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Need Help with Plasma Burn In vs. DLP Decisions

I am researching a possible a Plasma TV purchase (brand is to be determined) but I am getting conflicting statements regarding burn in problems. For example, from watching shows with the 4:3 aspect ratio, will I get burn in where the black bars were? In other words, how long can I watch these channels before I MUST change the channel to a full screen display? I have about 12 HD stations but many are not HD. For non HD stations, I was told to stretch to full display but this seems to distort the view. Does Plasma have other usage restrictions?

Fom a cost view point, does a Samsung DLP TV purchase make more sense than a Plasma? My local Retailer is recommending the Plasma since it looks better but many of my friends have purchased the Samsung DLP (50") and like it very much. Any comments on Plasma burn in and plasma vs. DLP would be appreciated. Thanks
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brianmgrarcom
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I will not have your answers "for sure", but that is a reason I went with DLP also; I was told that manufacturers are resolving the issue you describe with Plasma TV's, I don't know if that is true or not. Some handle stretching the screen better than others, it bothers me way to much!

When you are in store looking at multiple TV's, you are splitting hairs you will never even think of once your TV of choice is home.

If you consider DLP, don't rule out Mitsubishi, they make a great DLP TV.

Who do you get 12 HD channels through, cable?
brianmgrarcom
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The Sony XBR (tube) TV's I have seen look great, so I understand your waiting. That said, next year there will be something to wait another year for, and so on...
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