Light Sources and Plasma TVs

I hope you are enjoying a bit of source. The next source to cover is light. If you have ever viewed any TV with the sun or a bright light on it then you know how annoying and unclear the picture is. The good news is that most of the TV's we are discussing are much less susceptible to these problems. And in fact I can view a bottom of the range 42 inch Samsung with the sun right on it(just about). The effect light has on it becomes more acute the wider the angle you make from your sitting position to the screen. So the first moral about light sources is try not to have any on the screen or if it is unavoidable, the more 'glancing'/wide angle from the source, the less significant the glare and annoyance.

The other issue with light is much less spoken of but probably more important. Increasing numbers of these screens are coming with a light sensor fitted in the front of the screen. The helpful bloke at Curry's will tell you how great it is. Beware! This sensor is a light meter that tells the TV how bright the ambient light in the room and it adjusts the set accordingly. If the room is bright then the contrast, brightness and other settings are increased. This is VERY BAD for the longevity of your new super screen and also has significant impact on issues like screen burn.

If your a big company showcasing a product in a glamorous reception area and it is viable to replace the TV every year then this feature is great! My advice is that if your TV has this feature. TURN IT OFF as soon as the TV is installed. Laviva Online Store

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