straight_s
In the next few days I might end up buying a 42 inch LED tv. The primary purpose of the tv will to be used as a tv for watching blu-rays, streaming netflix, etc. What I wanted to know if anybody has any experience with using a tv like this one as a monitor for their PC. I'm not a gamer and I don't generally do a lot of typing, more just for general web browsing, streaming videos, etc. I imagine I would have to get a wireless keyboard/mouse if I plan to keep the tv in the entertainment center. Any thoughts on this would be helpful. Pros and cons, things to watch out for, etc.
Hey bud. Good to see you here as well. I actually wasn't even in the market for a tv but I got a crazy good deal on a display model for like 10% of what it's worth, so the tv is already in my house. I hear you. I prob would have gone plasma, but the deal was just too good to pass up and it's working great so far. Better than the half ton CRT that I was watching. I'll check back in a day or so.
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Hello Straight Shooter. Lol I must say its kind of weird seeing you outside of the pool section. You have helped me with a lot of my pool related questions, now I will return the favor.
I actually just bought myself a 60 inch plasma to use as a monitor and I have to say it is absolutely amazing.
I strongly recommend you get a plasma instead of LED. Plasma's are by nature faster than LEDs which means they act as better monitor. Compare the 4-8 ms time to plasma's .0001. Plasma offers better blacks which may not seem important however picture quality is determined by 2 things 1.Resolution 2.Color contrast (This is where the plasma shines.). Plasma's also cost less. LED still has a problem with motion blur (although it has improved.)
The only time I would not recommend getting a plasma is if your room is bright because you will have some glare. Screen burn is a non issue however during the first 100 hours you should try to break it in (Simply do this by watching movies/shows without static images in the corner (Like FOX news ESPN logos.).
Also you don't need to get a wireless keyboard or mouse just get an hdmi cable and connect it to your computer.
I wish I knew what your budget was but if you still want to go for LED I would recommend Sharp. Also try to get backlit instead of edge-lit backlit offers a better picture. Try to get one that has 120hz+.
If you want a plasma I would recommend getting a Panasonic or Samsung.
@Alan
The first day I bought my plasma I browsed the internet for 10 hours with the plasma set on torch mode. Naturally this led to image retention. I ran the screen burn protection and it was gone in less then a day. Keep in mind plasma's are most vulnerable within the first 100 hours.
Hello Straight Shooter. Lol I must say its kind of weird seeing you outside of the pool section. You have helped me with a lot of my pool related questions, now I will return the favor.
I actually just bought myself a 60 inch plasma to use as a monitor and I have to say it is absolutely amazing.
I strongly recommend you get a plasma instead of LED. Plasma's are by nature faster than LEDs which means they act as better monitor. Compare the 4-8 ms time to plasma's .0001. Plasma offers better blacks which may not seem important however picture quality is determined by 2 things 1.Resolution 2.Color contrast (This is where the plasma shines.). Plasma's also cost less. LED still has a problem with motion blur (although it has improved.)
The only time I would not recommend getting a plasma is if your room is bright because you will have some glare. Screen burn is a non issue however during the first 100 hours you should try to break it in (Simply do this by watching movies/shows without static images in the corner (Like FOX news ESPN logos.).
Also you don't need to get a wireless keyboard or mouse just get an hdmi cable and connect it to your computer.
I wish I knew what your budget was but if you still want to go for LED I would recommend Sharp. Also try to get backlit instead of edge-lit backlit offers a better picture. Try to get one that has 120hz+.
If you want a plasma I would recommend getting a Panasonic or Samsung.
@Alan
The first day I bought my plasma I browsed the internet for 10 hours with the plasma set on torch mode. Naturally this led to image retention. I ran the screen burn protection and it was gone in less then a day. Keep in mind plasma's are most vulnerable within the first 100 hours.
Where can I buy the cheapest LED TV online?
JohnD
What site sells the cheapest LED tv, preferably a sony or samsung 32" or higher, only 60Hz, 1080p
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You can consider buying
1)Samsung UN32B6000 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV
*Ultra-slim 32-inch LED HDTV with full HD 1080p resolution and Auto Motion Plus 120Hz technology for a sharp, smooth picture
*LED technology enables a true-to-life range of picture brightness; uses 40 percent less energy than conventional LCD TVs
*InfoLink RSS feeds of news, weather and sports from your broadband connection
*Inputs: 4 HDMI, 1 component, 2 USB, 1 Ethernet, 1 PC, 1 optical digital audio output
*Includes detachable swivel table stand; measures 31.5 x 22.8 x 9.4 inches (WxHxD) with stand
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UN32B6000-32-Inch-1080p-HDTV/dp/B00208JBJQ/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20
2)Sharp AQUOS LC32LE700UN 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV
*32" Full HD 1080p HDTV LED-TV with 120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced
*10-Bit processing and Crystalucent coating Technology
*UltraBrilliant LED System
*4 HDMI terminals, PC input, RS-232C Input
*4ms response time
http://www.amazon.com/Sharp-AQUOS-LC32LE700UN-32-Inch-1080p/dp/B002BNMPC0/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20
You can consider buying
1)Samsung UN32B6000 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV
*Ultra-slim 32-inch LED HDTV with full HD 1080p resolution and Auto Motion Plus 120Hz technology for a sharp, smooth picture
*LED technology enables a true-to-life range of picture brightness; uses 40 percent less energy than conventional LCD TVs
*InfoLink RSS feeds of news, weather and sports from your broadband connection
*Inputs: 4 HDMI, 1 component, 2 USB, 1 Ethernet, 1 PC, 1 optical digital audio output
*Includes detachable swivel table stand; measures 31.5 x 22.8 x 9.4 inches (WxHxD) with stand
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UN32B6000-32-Inch-1080p-HDTV/dp/B00208JBJQ/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20
2)Sharp AQUOS LC32LE700UN 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV
*32" Full HD 1080p HDTV LED-TV with 120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced
*10-Bit processing and Crystalucent coating Technology
*UltraBrilliant LED System
*4 HDMI terminals, PC input, RS-232C Input
*4ms response time
http://www.amazon.com/Sharp-AQUOS-LC32LE700UN-32-Inch-1080p/dp/B002BNMPC0/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20
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