Before you run out to make a purchase, there are some things that you’ll need to consider in order to make best decision regarding a new unit for your home. Take a good look at size and layout of room that will house plasma TV. If room isn’t overly large – or if you have an apartment dwelling – then a 42” screen should do trick. For larger rooms, upper range screen sizes (in excess of 60”) would probably work best.

Pricing is determined by size of unit, as well as manufacturer. If, for instance, you purchase a model from Pioneer, Sony or Panasonic, you can expect to see a higher price tag. On other hand, quality of these units exceeds that of their competitors, so it’s all relevant. Ranked among best of plasma TVs is Sony 42XBR, offering outstanding visuals and state-of-the-art operating tools.

You’ll probably find lower prices when shopping on internet, but be sure to look for Better Business Bureau seal on website – which is represented by a BBB linked logo – or you can’t be sure that it’s not going to be a fraudulent (or, at least, substandard) transaction.

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Simon Canfield is a hi-tech enthusiast and freelance author.

While this is also true for LCD projectors, consumers might be disappointed to know that DLP projectors need to have their light source changed after every 1,000 to 2,000 viewing hours. All in all, though, this is nothing new and, when you consider higher quality that this type of system offers, it shouldn’t be seen as much of an inconvenience at all.

Perhaps most inhibitive aspect to acquisition of a home theater system, such as DLP, is that cost will typically fall within range of $5,000 to $10,000 for mid-range systems, once you purchase everything that you’ll need in order to complete set-up. In addition to that, you’ll have to consider cost of rest of your home theater system, since these figures only factor in DLP expenses.

For those who can afford to do so, DLP projector is an excellent investment, despite its few downfalls. While no projection system is perfect, DLP is currently most popular set-up on market and provides a powerful theater experience for those who aren’t inhibited by space or finances.

******* (c) 2005 Simon Canfield - All Rights Reserved

Simon Canfield is a hi-tech enthusiast and freelance author.