A sure solution for new plasma/lcd televisions
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With the purchase of a big new flatscreen television, the next question generally becomes, "where do I put it?" If you are like me and have wall space available where floor space may be at a premium, I believe you'll find that Level Mount manufactures a superior product that works as promised.

This unit features a remote control that allows for you to adjust the tilt (up/down) of the screen from the comfort of your lounge chair, bed or couch. If you have children, you'll find that being able to keep the screen off the floor and away from little ones is a huge benefit, while also being able to direct the screen toward the floor where the children might be playing and watching their favorite educational programming.

Installation is a snap with the supplied templates, usability is also very easy with the intuitive remote.

One draw back for those who are attempting to eliminate remotes around their entertainment center is that this does add one more. However, I've noticed that once this is set, I've only had to make minor adjustments. My primary reason for purchase was to prevent anyone from man-handling the screen causing it to be torn from the wall, and to prevent fingerprints and food smudges on the glass.

All in all - a great product!
1420264
Setup isn't the easiest thing with a vintage 1994 analog TV, but once successful the results are impressive. We have a 25" Magnavox TV (one of the last U.S.- and union-made TVs) with something like 600-line resolution, and the cable signal fed through the Toshiba's digital tuner and clean electronics makes the TV look crisper and sharper than ever. The key to successful setup was using the composite video cable (yellow connectors, supplied with the Toshiba unit) and switching the TV from "antenna" (cable) input to "VCR-AUX" (composite video) input when using the Toshiba unit. We hope that the Toshiba lasts as long and continues to perform as well as has the TV!
1434951
Premium product HDMI 2.0 that works for 4K TVs.
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I consider myself an experienced Home Theater connoisseur who is very critical of the equipment I buy and what I recommend to others.

When it came time to retiring my Mother's 26" CRT my brothers and I decided to buy her first flat panel.  Actually, for me it was my first flat panel as well since I am currently still watching 1080p DLP.

So, for the very first time I found myself a bit uneducated between buying an LCD and a PLASMA.  Since I run a Home Theater website I go to electronic shows every year and see both plasmas and LCD televisions side-by-side.  I always thought they looked good, but never got a real education in the true differences.

Since my Mother watches television in a sunken living room with windows I thought an LCD set would be really good for her.  They are supposed to perform better in brighter rooms.  Plus, I was afraid to go PLASMA for fear that she might create burn-in if she was not careful with what she watched.

I went with the Sony KDL-41V4100.  Thought it was the best bang for the buck.  First, it's got the Sony stamp on it and the BRAVIA engine that really cleans up standard definition signals.

Upon setting up the Sony LCD and turning it on, I was surprised to see how good the picture actually looked, particularly black levels.  Now LCD is not supposed to recreate black levels very well, but from what I saw on this display, I was rather amazed. Sound output from this unit was also impressive from this very stylish television.

The problems began as I watched more material.  I started seeing jagged action in fast-moving images.  Once I saw it, I was able to continue seeing it and it really began bothering me.  Apparently, this is a common problem with LCD unless you go with the W series. Additionally, the moment I move to side seating in my viewing area the picture quality degraded.  As has been reported, LCD quality degrades as you move out of direct view.

Additionally, the TV came out of the box defective.  There was a permanent white blotch on the screen that appeared when the set was powered on and anytime there was blackness in the picture (such as changing inputs).  Found out this defect is caused by styrofoam or some other object pressing against the screen during shipping.

Then there were the numerous Internet reports about "sparkling" and "cloud" issues on the Sony LCD displays.  Do a Google search and you will see what I mean.

I really wanted to stay with Sony and LCD -- especially since it was going to be in the delicate hands of my Mother. But you know what?  Once you get a defective set and see problems in the picture quality you don't want to go back.

So, I am moving on to PLASMA despite the drawbacks with that format.  Actually, PLASMA gives you the best black levels as well as superior color reproduction.  LCD comes close, but not quite.  You also get a wide viewing angle.

The only drawback with PLASMA is that you have to baby it for a while.  It needs to be broken in slowly and you have to be careful about keeping static images on the screen.  Of course, everyone is saying image burn-in on PLASMA is a thing of the past, but it pays to be careful nonetheless.

Sorry, but this expert was not convinced that LCD provides the best picture possible which is what I was striving for.  Sony also has some issues to resolve with this particular series that doesn't begin or end with my experience.  Again, do a search and you will see others have issues as well.
4735486
Surprisingly well-made and complete product, with excellent documentation, very solidly packaged, low cost.

Fits a wide variety of TVs, including those with VESA-standard bolt patterns of 75x75mm, 100x100mm, 200x100mm and 200x200mm.  A complete set of mounting screws to fit most TVs (M4, M5, M6 and M8 sizes), as well as washers and spacers are included, along with high-quality wall anchors and screws for use with drywall.  A real, honest-to-God, old-school, offset-printed instruction manual, with plenty of clear, high-resolution illustrations, is provided.

"Slim profile" mounts like this one are intended as an inexpensive compromise between flat brackets, which are especially stable but typically offer limited if any adjustment, and articulated mounts, which extend from the wall on an arm and usually offer a wide range of adjustments, including tilt, swivel, height, and rotate.  This particular bracket stands off 90mm from the wall, or roughly 3.5".  Bear in mind that this measurement will change if the bracket is tilted or swiveled past 0.

I do have a couple of cautions for potential purchasers:

Make sure your TV has mounting holes in one of the supported VESA patterns.  Next, measure a 200x200mm square in the center of your TV and check to see if any of your inputs or outputs are likely to be covered by the bracket.  If you find this bracket too large, in that one or more of your inputs might be covered by the mounting plate, consider the VideoSecu ML411B, available here:&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/VideoSecu-ML411B-Adjustable-Tilt-Swivel-Rotation-TV-Wall-Mount-Bracket-for-LCD-LED-TV-and-Monitor-Max-44-lbs-VESA-100-75-Black-1FF/dp/B0016CDE0E/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">VideoSecu ML411B Adjustable Tilt Swivel Rotation TV Wall Mount Bracket for LCD LED TV and Monitor (Max 44 lbs, VESA 100/75) Black 1FF</a>.  It fits TVs with 75x75 and 100x100 mounting patterns, but it's more lightly constructed and I'd only use it for the smallest sets.

The VonHaus product is marketed as suitable for TVs weighing up to 66 pounds.  Personally, I would not use this mount for TVs weighing much over 25 or 30 pounds.  I used it to install a nine-pound TV, and I would describe it as perfect for my application.  Even so, it feels a bit "wobbly".  That's because this is a fairly versatile mount, it can swivel (up to 90 in theory, limited in practice by the size of your TV) and tilt (up to 20 up or down).  The swivel function can be restricted by tightening a large bolt that passes vertically through the center of the mount.  The tilt function is made possible by use of a polyethylene "cup" or sleeve, and once you get the angle you prefer, you can tighten a (somewhat difficult to reach and grip) knurled plastic knob that, in turn, pinches the "cup" to lock the tilt angle in place.  It works well, but if you grab or bump the TV, it still moves very easily and doesn't seem especially stable.

To be fair, that's true of most smaller swivel TV mounts and it's not meant as criticism of this product.  I recommend it for modern, lighter TVs.  However, if you have an older unit weighing 30 or 40 pounds, I would suggest spending a little more and looking for a more heavily-built mount.  Keep in mind also that this bracket does not "lock" securely in any position and isn't suitable for installation in a camper, boat, RV, or any other vehicle.
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Panasonic has long been a leader in plasma technology and the new 77U series is no exception. The new TH-42PZ77U has a full 1920x1080 (1080p) panel that is now rated @10,000:1 contrast ratio and 100,000hrs to half brightness. What really sets the 77U series apart is the new "anti-glare" screen coating which differs from the "anti-reflection" coating on the other models. Some will say that the anti-glare degrades the picture quality versus the others...I say it doesn't matter if the set is unwatchable during the day in a brightly lit room. The 77U series is for people who can't (or don't want) to control ambient lighting and would normally choose an lcd because of this. Now you can have the superior black level and more natural colors of plasma in any room that you choose!

Pros:
1. Styling, gloss piano black around the bezel and thin speaker strips on the edges.
2. Outstanding picture quality for HD sources..especially Blu-ray/HD-DVD or even Xbox 360/PS3. Some will say that 1080p is overkill for 42" but text (especially with 360,PS3) seems to be a little sharper vs my 720p set.
3. Decent speakers...there are better integrated speakers (for example on the more expensive 700U) but there are also much worse. Most people will use a surround reciever anyway.
4. Panasonic plasma Concierge, which is a hotline setup just for plasma owners. You can get setup/adjustment tips as well as technical support. I have not used Concierge but past experience with Panasonic support for a dvd recorder was surprisingly positive.
5. The price...shop around and you'll see what I mean. Try to get a similar value with an lcd without going for an "off-brand"..it can't be done.
6. Plasma doesn't suffer from lcd "motion blur" during fast action sports. Watching football in HD is a wonder to behold

cons
1. Anti-glare coating takes away some of the picture "pop" or brightness. However that doesn't mean that the PQ is bad...and it is a good tradeoff to be able to watch a football game on a sunny afternoon.
2. As already mentioned, the speakers are just average (not bad though) but won't be an issue for most people
3. Not a set for tweakers...the adjustments for PQ are limited but should be enough for the average consumer. If you want to fine tune the picture you'll have to delve into the service menu which can be a risky affair if you don't know what you're doing.

All in all..another fine plasma from Panasonic. I rate Panasonic just below the more expensive Pioneers, yet just above Samsung which seems to suffer from more quality control issues and quirks. If you can easily control ambient lighting and/or reflections don't bother you...I recommend the 700U (or the more expensive Pioneer Kuro) over this 77U. However if your situation is like mine, you'll find that the 77U is perfect as a way to avoid going lcd and save some money in the process.
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This projects a nice, bright image, clearly visible with ordinary room lighting and pretty spectacular with the room darkened.  An LCD or Plasma TV with an image this big would cost about six times the price of this thing -- and you couldn't put that huge LCD away in a closet when not in use!  This unit has connections for just about every video format in common home or office use today; so far I've used both HDMI (from my Android tablet) and VGA (from a laptop) connections.

If you're familiar with standard computer and A/V gear, you should find setup pretty simple.  I use similar projectors at work all the time so I knew where to connect it up.
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I have had my Samsung LNT4671F for nearly a week now, and I couldn't be more impressed. When making a purchase of this magnitude, I first visited TV retailers to look at the different brands, and compare quality. Without a doubt, Samsung was a clear winner in my book. The next decision was whether to go with LCD or PLASMA. Personally, I couldn't tell the difference at 1080p, so my decision came down to service and longevity. Both were rated to last 60,000 hours, but when I learned that plasma tubes couldn't be serviced, I figured I'd go with LCD... just in case. I am sure either way would have been fine.

I read that plasma TVs have a wider viewing angle, but I have not found any problems with the LCD. I am able to literally sit on the very side of the TV and not have any quality loss. I can't imagine the viewing radius could be any wider.

Along with my TV purchase, I bought a Sony receiver so that I could run all my components through one HDMI cable far away from my living room. I didn't want to be able to see any of the clutter that we once had with old bulky big screen television.

To be able to use my remotes, I bought a PowerPak Bundle w/ MasterControl RF20. This works AMAZING. It relays the signal to all of the components from anywhere in the house... without having to connect ANY wires on either end!

I had heard that the sound quality wasn't very good on these flat screens, but I have no complaints about that. I am sure it will sound even better once I purchase speakers. One day though, I will add speakers.

For the wall mount, we wanted the ability to be able to extend, pull-out, tilt, etc., so I bought the OmniMount UCL-XP Dual Arm Cantilever Mount. This mount is perfect, and gives us a lot of different options. The manufacturer's installation instructions made it very easy to install.

Anyway, I cannot express how impressed I am with the HD picture on my new Samsung, I don't know how I will  ever watch regular TV again!

Here's what I bought:
<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Samsung-LNT4671F-46-1080p-120Hz-LCD-HDTV/dp/B000U9ZCS6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Samsung LNT4671F 46" 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV</a>
<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/URC-RFS200-PowerPak-Bundle-w-MasterControl-RF20-and-PowerBlaster/dp/B000FL9E6U/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">URC RFS200 PowerPak Bundle w/ MasterControl RF20 and PowerBlaster</a><a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/OmniMount-UCL-XP-Dual-Arm-Cantilever-Mount-fits-42-63-flat-panels/dp/B000BG0UF8/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">OmniMount UCL-XP Dual Arm Cantilever Mount (fits 42"-63" flat panels)</a><a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Sony-STR-DG810-6-1-Channel-Home-Theater-Receiver/dp/B000OGA7Z8/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Sony STR-DG810 6.1 Channel Home Theater Receiver</a>
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Inexpensive does not equal "cheap" when it comes to this&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/HDMI-5x1-5-Port-Switch-Switcher-with-IR-Remote-Support-3D/dp/B00264NZWS/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">HDMI 5x1 5 Port Switch/Switcher with IR Remote Support 3D</a>&nbsp;marvel. The box is solid, the connections tight, and the switch makes it possible for me to have all my HDMI devices connected to my plasma TV. Automatic switching isn't all that marvelous, but the handy-dandy IR receiver and remote make it worthwhile. The instructions were a little limited, which probably explains why I didn't immediately figure-out how to setup automatic switching, but I'd recommend the switcher to anyone on a budget and not ready to pony up $300 or more for&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/DVDO-EDGE-High-Definition-Video-Processor/dp/B001D4KWXM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">DVDO EDGE High-Definition Video Processor</a>.
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I use a Samsung TV as a second monitor. Previously, it had been attached to an old video card via a VGA connection. It was set to 1920 / 1080 / 60 Hz resolution and looked fine. When I upgraded the computer I went with a EVGA GTX970 and connected the TV to the HDMI port. It looked terrible: barely legible print, smeared icons, overscanned etc. I bought a cable and connected it to the Displayport, which was just as bad. The same went for the DVI connection. Finally I got this little adapter, which allowed me to go from the DVI output on the graphic card into the "Computer (VGA)" connector on the TV.

And Voila! A 1920 / 1080 / 60 Hz picture that looks just as sharp as the main ASUS monitor with a 4K DVI connection. You can move a spreadsheet from one to the other with no change. This works! 10 seconds to connect and all the problems are solved. Brilliant!
4103400
I have several TVs at home. With the exception of the big one in the living room, the others only have 1 HDMI input. The problem is that I am starting to accumulate HDMI devices that I want to connect to my TVs. This device is the perfect solution. No more annoying cable swapping, detangling the spaghetti to find the right connection for the right device. And it switches to the right device. Turn on the device you want and just knows. Intelligent function indeed!
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It does look like LCD TVs are winning the battle for market share. Almost all my friends have chosen LCD TVs over Plasma sets. I find this strange because the newer plasma TVs (like this one) are such amazing value for money, that I am surprised people aren't lining up to buy this.

Definitely, the issue about the buzzing noise has scared people away (I know I was mildly concerned). Then there is the FUD about image retention and screen burn-in (which also is a non-issue with newer plasma screens).

The fact is that both the issues mentioned above have been pretty much taken care of by technological advances. (You would need to display a static image for weeks to cause burn-in on these TVs).

What remains though is the public's perception that plasma TVs are somehow inferior to LCD TVs - and that shows up in the markup that people are willing to pay for a comparable LCD TV of the same size and brand.

Their loss is my (and your) gain. I did the analysis and purchased this set at an incredible price point and I couldn't be happier about this purchase.

So here is what I think about the PN50B860.

Pros
+ THE best value for money. Period.
+ Looks fantastic. Appears thinner than the claimed 1.2 inches
+ Picture Quality is fantastic - and this includes SD content.
+ NONE of that buzzing noise that some people experienced.
+ Internet connectivity is good for updating firmware.
+ Nice and organized menus
+ Lightweight compared to its peers (only 55 lbs without the stand)

Cons
- Yahoo widgets are super sluggish
- Menus are sluggish

Bottomline:
Go for it.
1189198
I bought this gadget to use it on my t.v back in africa. I had purchased a tv from the usa and since kenya uses a different tv signal,i thought of trying it. This was the perfect gadget for my tv. The plasma tv is very clear and the gadget supports both 110 and 240volts. Highly recomend it. The seller was quick to ship it. VEry reliable seller
212145
Worked perfectly for my Samsung 42" plasma tv!
74607
With HDMI ports getting used up on TV's with Blueray, Roku, and sound bars this effectively turns a VGA port into an extra HDMI.  The picture is a little undersized on one of my televisions, but this is probably due to built in constraints on the TV.  It is not terribly noticeable.  Neat solution to a problem!
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This product works fine and was a good economical solution to begin streaming video.  Ours is set up with the cables provided except the S-video cable, and with the addition of an audio cable we already owned.  It runs between an old HP Notebook PC and an old Sony Trinitron color TV.  The Users Manual that came with the unit consists of a single 5  X 7  sheet of paper identifying features.  I relied on and am grateful for the Top Customer Reviews on Amazon.  Like other reviewers, I had to switch the dip switches to the down position (NTSC) to get color.  After the computer could not see the additional monitor (TV), I realized I had connected the VGA cable to the VGA Out port on the converter; it worked after I connected to the VGA In port.  I used the computer control panels display properties to duplicate the computer display on the second monitor (TV screen) and to change the shape of the image on the TV, which was initially squashed horizontally.  After the show I watched kept getting interrupted when my laptop went into hibernation, I went back into the control panel for power options, and changed the turn off display timing option to never.  I only gave 4 stars instead of 5 because of the minimal instructions.
3599386
Good product, just make sure it's capable of doing what you want and that your TV is capable of operating.  Some of the older TV's we tried it on didn't work well.  Was the TV.