Does anyone have an opinion on TFT vs Plasma Screens? Which is better in a business boardroom environment? This would be instead of a projector.
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Nats
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I did not follow the last one or two years of development, but before plasmas were usually better at displaying video while TFTs have advantages at powerpoint slides. I am not sure if plasmas today still can "burn in" slides that are displayed for a long time (like company logos). When it comes to the brightness and colors it heavily depends on the quality of the single model and not just the technology used (there are cheap and good ones of both).
IMHO, Plasma, except that it consumes a whole lot of power when compared to LCD TFTs.
A dated thread that might be worth reading, containing a wealth of information.
Well, funnily Google is not always your friend... the first page actually "comparing" the technologies in the result list was about.com; However, that review is worth reading:
"I used to think that technology of other TV types was superior to LCD and plasma just because manufacturers could fit more technology inside the unit. That isn't the case anymore because technology has gotten smaller and better."
"I kind of lump LCD and plasma in the same category just because they're flat panels. They look the same and cost about the same but they're different."
Very informative...
What size are your thinking of? At least 60 inches I hope. If you mean boardroom you mean for powerpoints right?.. I have never seen a screen that approaches the quality and flexibility of a projector for corporate use... and Ive seen some pretty expensive screen setups. D
Once you have determined which screen, you might want to seriously consider professional calibration such as ISF .
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Plasma TVs come out of the showroom boasting bright, flashy displays that draw you into buying them. However, once you install the TV in your home, the same bright, flashy display will be excessive and even damaging to your new appliance. Here's why: Plasma TVs in the showroom have their settings configured to attract customers and "out-dazzle" the competing sets sharing the floor. For example, showroom televisions have their brightness levels set too high. Each home and TV surroundings have different ambient light conditions, which means the optimal settings for one household might not work for the next. The default high contrast and brightness levels will prematurely age your plasma screen (learn more about the lifespan of flat panel TVs ). The default brightness levels consume a tad more power than "normal" and toned down settings (learn more about power saving tips for flat panel TVs ). Showroom settings might cause eyestrain in the long run. Calibrating your plasma TV gives you four things: More vivid images optimized for your environment and preferred lighting conditions; Longer lifespan for your beautiful (and expensive!) TV; A few more dollars off the monthly power bill; and A comfortable experience for your eyes and senses. Thus, you need to tone down the default settings of your plasma TV, and adjust them to match the conditions of your living room / home theater / boardroom surroundings.