Ex-display plasma?

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Just wondering what people's thoughts are on buying ex-display plasma TVs?

Was going to buy the Panasonix 37x10, but have since been offered the
PX80B for 440 pounds. It has been the shop's display model for the last
two months or so, and I'm aware that plasma TVs need to be broken in
properly and they may not have done this in the store...

Would be grateful for any thoughts and advice!

 

[Anonymous]

jackstraxx:Just wondering what people's thoughts are on buying ex-display plasma TVs?

Was going to buy the Panasonix 37x10, but have since been offered the
PX80B for 440 pounds. It has been the shop's display model for the last
two months or so, and I'm aware that plasma TVs need to be broken in
properly and they may not have done this in the store...

Would be grateful for any thoughts and advice!

the main problem to worry about would be screen burn , although panasonics are fairly resistent to this ..the first 200hrs the contrast should be toned down , a braking in period as you say , but even if that wasnt done , which is likely , the tv will probably be fine , have a good look instore , maybe go there at closing time and ask them to dim the lights so you can check it out , if you dont see a problem then , you wont see it at home ....

 

[matthewpiano]

As maxflinn says, check it over thoroughly and you should have nothing to worry about. You'll still get the usual warranty etc. and if the price is attractive ex-display can make a great buy.

 

[Anonymous]

Thanks!

What exactly am I looking for when checking for screen burn?

Just traces of something that shouldn't be there?

 

[Anonymous]

You want to look for traces of an image that has been on the screen previously. Screen brun usually would be seen as something like a channel logo in the corner, ticker bar from a news station or the black bars you get when watching movies at home. If you can put a uniform colour on the screen all the way over you should be able to see any screen burn.

 

[bigblue235]

Personally, I probably wouldn't touch it.

This is mainly due to working in the retail trade and knowing what happens to stuff on shop floors, and also knowing that some shops have an awful habit of shortening the time the product has been on display for!

If you do go for it, I'd get an assurance that you can return it if you're not happy after giving it a good examination at home. Also make sure that they're selling it "as new", rather than "sold as seen".

 

[matthewpiano]

With regards to bigblue235's point, it really depends on the retailer. We take good care of our display stock because we know it is part of our stock valuation and that there will come a point where it needs to be sold. I'm sure there are many other retailers/dealers who have exactly the same approach. Again its all about checking it over thoroughly and, as bigblue says, seeking assurance that it is sold 'as new'.

 

[Anonymous]

Cool, thanks for the advice!
Will head back today and check it out properly!