Following are some of the most important considerations for selecting a plasma television.
· Screen size is the most basic consideration for buying a plasma TV. One needs to ensure that the viewing distance is at least 2-3 times the size of the screen.
· The best plasma TV would have a contrast ratio of 10000:1, a panel life of approximately 60,000 hours (although more would certainly be better) and a progressive scan resolution of 1920X1080 pixels.
· If a plasma TV is labelled as 'HDTV compatible' or 'HDTV ready', that does not mean it's having an in-built HDTV tuner.
· If a plasma TV is labelled as a monitor, it would not have speakers, which means that the buyer would have to make arrangements for external sound.
· Talking of sound, it is a point to be noted that sometimes, it's much better to go for external sound options in case the buyer wants to include the television in a home theatre style of setup. However, if the screen is to be used on a standalone basis, in-built speakers would do just fine.
· Last but not the least, flat wall mount plasma TVs are much more economical compared to other kinds. These are directly attached to the wall. Other options include a tilt wall mount, where the TV is placed high on a wall and can be angled according to the viewer's choice, and a table stand, which is the traditional style of keeping a television.
