Recommend a 37" or 42" flat panel TV?

Osamede · 11-03-2007, 09:52

Hi, I am looking to identify a 37" or 42" flat panel TV (LCD or Plasma) to buy, new or used.

Idea is to get good picture, but hope to keep costs down, which is why used is an option. Ideally 720 resolution. I want to go up from 480, but I dont feel 1080 is needed or affordable for me right now.

I have heard that Panasonics are very good. If money was no object I would probably buy one new, but are there used ones I should look out for?

Or any other brands/models that are good value with 720 resolution? And what is the best price one can hope for?

Andyc111 · 11-03-2007, 16:07

Panasonic have just launched there 2007 PX70 range take a look here....pretty good prices too.

http://www.be-direct.co.uk/productli...ce&search=px70

mattyl149 · 11-03-2007, 18:22

Is there a PX700 model as I really want the SD card slot, plus other enhancements. I also want the 50" model, so I would really like to know when this version is out. Probably looking at £2000 to buy

LordXenon · 11-03-2007, 19:14

The PX700 will be available shortly after the PX70 release and will have all the enhancements you require.

So hold your cash for the time being.

mattyl149 · 11-03-2007, 20:50

I was going to wait anyway. I am working loads of overtime at the moment and saving the money. Hopefully it's not too much over £2000 and then I can get it in early May (if it's out by then), otherwise might have to do some more overtime... then again I do want a Sky HD box and a Nintendo Wii as well

lumpbottom · 13-03-2007, 21:18

Osamede, I bought this recently. Can't fault it so far.
It's dropped £20 since last week, so I suppose it's discontinued or about to be, but everything is out of date in 24hrs nowadays anyway

Good service and delivery when promised too.

Osamede · 14-03-2007, 03:25

I will have a look at that - thanks.

LordXenon · 14-03-2007, 15:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattyl149

I was going to wait anyway. I am working loads of overtime at the moment and saving the money. Hopefully it's not too much over £2000 and then I can get it in early May (if it's out by then), otherwise might have to do some more overtime... then again I do want a Sky HD box and a Nintendo Wii as well

The PX700 will be around £1500, so you should be able to afford the Sky HD box and maybe squeeze in the Nintendo Wii too.

mattyl149 · 14-03-2007, 21:14

I take it that will be the 42PX700, as I have now set my sights on the 50PX700. I can't wait till I get it!!

villarocko · 16-03-2007, 13:41

Can anyone tell me the differences between the PX60 & PX70, apart from cosmetics & price? I'm looking at a 37", if that makes any difference.

Much appreciated.

stattospur · 17-03-2007, 08:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by villarocko

Can anyone tell me the differences between the PX60 & PX70, apart from cosmetics & price? I'm looking at a 37", if that makes any difference.

Much appreciated.

I dont think there is . . . . I bought a 42" TH42PX60 with stand yesterday for £900 because it was "Silver" and Black is the new errr black.

Most of my home cinema kit is all silver (and SONY) so a black TV would of been daft.

skinj · 18-03-2007, 12:50

The 70 has the new 1080p processing althoughthe screen is not 1080p. Also the panel is the 9 generation not 8th. Basically a newer machine with improved parts/performance.

hardeep · 18-03-2007, 17:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by skinj

The 70 has the new 1080p processing althoughthe screen is not 1080p. Also the panel is the 9 generation not 8th. Basically a newer machine with improved parts/performance.

In addition: the PX70 only has 2 scarts (both RGB + 1 S-video as well ), no front inputs (AV4 on the PX60,) speakers take less space making more it compact, no HDMI control, more polished GUI, psuedo-surround sound, only 3 picture modes (dynamic, normal & cinema - the PX60 has auto as well,) less weight (the 42PX70 is only 1kg more than the 37PX60) and there are no fans. It is completely silent apart from a faint buzz which can only be heard from behind - from the front even with your ear next to the screen you can't hear it.

11-03-2007, 09:52	#1
Osamede Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: London Posts: 34	Recommend a 37" or 42" flat panel TV? Hi, I am looking to identify a 37" or 42" flat panel TV (LCD or Plasma) to buy, new or used. Idea is to get good picture, but hope to keep costs down, which is why used is an option. Ideally 720 resolution. I want to go up from 480, but I dont feel 1080 is needed or affordable for me right now. I have heard that Panasonics are very good. If money was no object I would probably buy one new, but are there used ones I should look out for? Or any other brands/models that are good value with 720 resolution? And what is the best price one can hope for? Last edited by Osamede : 11-03-2007 at 09:55.

11-03-2007, 20:50	#5
mattyl149 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Old Hill, West Midlands Posts: 2,082	I was going to wait anyway. I am working loads of overtime at the moment and saving the money. Hopefully it's not too much over £2000 and then I can get it in early May (if it's out by then), otherwise might have to do some more overtime... then again I do want a Sky HD box and a Nintendo Wii as well Last edited by mattyl149 : 11-03-2007 at 20:54.

13-03-2007, 21:18	#6
lumpbottom Inactive Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: up a gumtree Posts: 18,284	Osamede, I bought this recently. Can't fault it so far. It's dropped £20 since last week, so I suppose it's discontinued or about to be, but everything is out of date in 24hrs nowadays anyway Good service and delivery when promised too. Last edited by lumpbottom : 13-03-2007 at 21:21.

11-03-2007, 16:07	#2
Andyc111 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Northampton Posts: 85	Panasonic have just launched there 2007 PX70 range take a look here....pretty good prices too. http://www.be-direct.co.uk/productli...ce&search=px70

11-03-2007, 18:22	#3
mattyl149 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Old Hill, West Midlands Posts: 2,082	Is there a PX700 model as I really want the SD card slot, plus other enhancements. I also want the 50" model, so I would really like to know when this version is out. Probably looking at £2000 to buy

11-03-2007, 19:14	#4
LordXenon Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,406	The PX700 will be available shortly after the PX70 release and will have all the enhancements you require. So hold your cash for the time being.

14-03-2007, 03:25	#7
Osamede Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: London Posts: 34	I will have a look at that - thanks.

14-03-2007, 15:37	#8
LordXenon Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,406	Quote: Originally Posted by mattyl149 I was going to wait anyway. I am working loads of overtime at the moment and saving the money. Hopefully it's not too much over £2000 and then I can get it in early May (if it's out by then), otherwise might have to do some more overtime... then again I do want a Sky HD box and a Nintendo Wii as well The PX700 will be around £1500, so you should be able to afford the Sky HD box and maybe squeeze in the Nintendo Wii too.

14-03-2007, 21:14	#9
mattyl149 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Old Hill, West Midlands Posts: 2,082	I take it that will be the 42PX700, as I have now set my sights on the 50PX700. I can't wait till I get it!!

16-03-2007, 13:41	#10
villarocko Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Derbyshire Dales Posts: 75	Can anyone tell me the differences between the PX60 & PX70, apart from cosmetics & price? I'm looking at a 37", if that makes any difference. Much appreciated.

17-03-2007, 08:57	#11
stattospur Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Over here ! Posts: 1,663	Quote: Originally Posted by villarocko Can anyone tell me the differences between the PX60 & PX70, apart from cosmetics & price? I'm looking at a 37", if that makes any difference. Much appreciated. I dont think there is . . . . I bought a 42" TH42PX60 with stand yesterday for £900 because it was "Silver" and Black is the new errr black. Most of my home cinema kit is all silver (and SONY) so a black TV would of been daft.

18-03-2007, 12:50	#12
skinj Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 3,206	The 70 has the new 1080p processing althoughthe screen is not 1080p. Also the panel is the 9 generation not 8th. Basically a newer machine with improved parts/performance.

18-03-2007, 17:34	#13
hardeep Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Derbyshire Posts: 2,163	Quote: Originally Posted by skinj The 70 has the new 1080p processing althoughthe screen is not 1080p. Also the panel is the 9 generation not 8th. Basically a newer machine with improved parts/performance. In addition: the PX70 only has 2 scarts (both RGB + 1 S-video as well ), no front inputs (AV4 on the PX60,) speakers take less space making more it compact, no HDMI control, more polished GUI, psuedo-surround sound, only 3 picture modes (dynamic, normal & cinema - the PX60 has auto as well,) less weight (the 42PX70 is only 1kg more than the 37PX60) and there are no fans. It is completely silent apart from a faint buzz which can only be heard from behind - from the front even with your ear next to the screen you can't hear it.

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