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Advice on buying a 42' Plasma

  • 04-12-2011 2:12pm
    #1
    markios
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11 ✭


    Hi,

    Looking to buy a 42' TV, most likely a plasma. Trying to choose one is proving very difficult with the selection these days.

    Spotted this Panasonic on pixmania http://www.pixmania.ie/ie/uk/9603938/art/panasonic/tx-pf42g30-plasma-screen.html

    Seems to have good reviews etc, although a few issues have been highlighted.
    Apparently it's handling of 50hz input is slightly off and previous Panasonic's have had trouble with Saorview compatibility

    Does anyone here have a G30 and is able to offer feedback on Saorview support?

    How is Pixmania's after sales service these days with returns etc? Vaguely remember hearing horror stories a few years ago..

    Also is there any other Plasma/LED TVs anyone can recommend? Budget is €550 - €700

    Thanks


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  • #2
    videos
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17 ✭videos


    my mate in pana says all their 2011 sets will work with saorview no worries so go ahead. i bought one ealrier this year and it works fine. hope this helps.


  • #3
    jameshayes
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,772 ✭✭✭jameshayes


    markios wrote: »
    How is Pixmania's after sales service these days with returns etc? Vaguely remember hearing horror stories a few years ago..

    I had BAD experiences.

    Also, plasma is heavy on electricty... would you not think of spending a little more and going for LED - save in the long run


  • #4
    fergusb
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 331 ✭✭fergusb


    I got a Panasonic G20 about 18 months ago, Although it doesn't officially support Saorview, I've never had an issue receiving it.

    I'd recommend a Panasonic Plasma any day. Picture quality is superb compared to LCD in my opinion. In terms of power usage as jameshayes mentioned, it could be the case but I've never noticed it. If its something your concerned about they all list their power usage.

    I got mine from Richersounds.ie (check out their forum here). Got delivery and 5 year warranty as well so would recommend them. Problem with Pixmania is if you have a problem you may need to return to them which could cost a lot P&P.


  • #5
    markios
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11 ✭markios


    Thanks for the info. Will ask richersounds for a quote. Probably the only electrical retailer left with staff that know their tech stuff.

    Still miss their old dublin shop..


    Is there any other 40'-42' tvs worth considering?


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