r/PlasmaTV

Edit: the two bluray screen photos got swapped. The first one is the after and the before is the second one. I wanted it other way around

If you recall this VT50 (11k hours)had what appeared to be a reverse burn in as I'm calling it. It has a bright frame around the entire screen. Gemini seems to think this was caused by using a streaming device or cable/satellite box that was setup to use underscan for compatibility with old CRTs.

Gemini suggested that because this border was left black for so long, the phospurs didn't age like the middle of the screen did and it created a HTML file that I ran full screen in a browser window for multiple hours at a time over night and various other times.

It does look like it has made a pretty dramatic difference. The TV had sat for around 2 years unused according to the owner and they had it in a workout room at their house so I don't know how long it might have had the underscan in use and may have slightly overshot since the frame is now darker. They were much for information so I did the best I could.

What do you guys think? It still kind of bothers me in scenes where it's visible. But I can't find another 55VT50 close to me and can only find GT50 and ST50 models in 60". I'm afraid I'll lose to much sharpness at my 6 or so feet viewing distance since 1080p is already a little soft at this size and distance and I'm also afraid I'd miss out on image quality. Especially blacks and the better filter

So I just got a 65 inch Panasonic VT50 with less than 2000 hours on it and 1000 power cycles however I’m getting vertical lines though they’re not always present. It depends on the color and sometimes you cannot even tell there’s any issue even close-up depending on what’s on the screen . I did not notice it when I first got the TV from what I read it could possibly be a ribbon cable or the panel is bad if anyone could give me some guidance I’d really appreciate it.

Panasonic th-46pz85u, I got it for $30 and it’s got no burn in at all, and it’s only about to break 10,500 hours. So far I love it, it looks better than any of the oleds I’ve ever seen.

I recently found this PDK-1016 stand at a thrift shop, new in box, for $40. Not too many people are out there looking for these, so I guess the store was lucky I spotted it and was in need of a Pioneer stand!

The manual for it states that it is "exclusively" designed for use with an older 50" Elite model, the PRO-1140HD. However, the holes align with the PRO-101FD, and the PRO-101FD weighs a bit less than the intended model.

I'm happy with how it worked out to say the least!

Co star: my finger

HD Retrovision Component Video at 480i. As PS3 does not run HD over Component Video, and hasn’t for over 10 years. If I had more than one set of Component Video cables I could connect my Sony BDP-S480. I’ll actually connect my PS3, S480, and Dish Joey 3 via HDMI once I get an HDMI Switch.

I made a post showing this tv with a white on screen image, now heres an image that is supposed to be mostly black, yeah my phone camera overexposed the shot but you can tell, that ain't black.

Anybody know if this is worth anything? Im pretty sure i have the 3d glasses somewhere around here.

Edit: im specifically asking for a reasonable asking price i could post for local pickup. Still gotta find the 3d glasses

I'm looking to buy this but it doesn't come with a TV stand. Do any of you know where I can get one and how much it would set me back? I'm wanting to buy it but it's listed for 250 which doesn't sound crazy. does that sound like fair value?

Two S64 models, three days apart. This second one not only has 11k fewer hours, but it’s in better condition! The first one had several nicks and scratches to the screen, and the new one’s screen is practically flawless.

Oh, and only 50 bucks!

This is my plasma fan mod that I use on all of my plasmas. Dual 120mm USB fans attached very cleanly with black artist’s tape. Before attaching the fans, I use metal snips to cut out the perforated metal grill for better airflow—the grill blocks about 40–50% of the airflow.

I set the fans up as exhaust to pull hot air out and create a negative pressure system that draws air in through the bottom vents. Because of this, I cover all vents with a fine, breathable speaker grill cloth to filter the intake air.

The two 120mm fans create strong suction through the bottom vents, so you want to prevent dust buildup inside the case. I use the same black artist’s tape (aka flat black painter’s tape) to attach the filters. All said and done, everything looks neat and clean, and it keeps the plasma running nice and cool. I consider it a must for preventative maintenance.

One of the HDMI ports doesn’t work and my PC is priority until I get an HDMI switch. Still, 480i with no upscaling and it looks insane! Using a VESA stand with swivel.

my grandma bought it when it came out in 2007 and gave it to me in 2010ish. i've used it daily since then. still going strong!

-my luck it's gonna shit out on me as soon as i hit "post" lmaooo