There are a few precautions to take before implementing this TV application. First, take a thermometer and tape it to the wall above the mantel (where the plasma TV will be placed). Then and build a fire, let it roar while. Check the thermometer. If the temperature is above 90 degrees then the area is receiving too much heat - either escaping from the front of the fireplace and rising up the face, or radiating through the chimney to warm the outside wall.

A Plasma TV is new type of flat screen display that uses new technology using plasma gas to illuminate a large number of light bulbs. Slim, slick, and larger in design, these futuristic looking TVs have almost lifelike images with their fantastic picture quality, and can hang on your wall like a picture.

The multisystem plasma TV is capable of playing a number of different formats, and connecting to a number of different broadcast signals. Digital TV, and high definition digital TV (HDTV), have been making major inroads into the world of broadcasting, and it is important for all television buyers to purchase a TV that is HDTV ready. Digital television provides a dramatic improvement in terms of both picture and sound quality compared to normal NTSC analog programming.

No, the Sony 50XBR950 does not have an HDMI connection, it has DVI instead. DVI is digital as well, but it is not as high as HDMI in bandwidth. It would only be a concern if the other components have HDMI. Since HDMI is backwards compatible with DVI, this should not be an issue either. Does the Sony KDE XBR950 61 inch plasma come with its own video scaler? If there is no in-built video scaler it may not be worth the money the set costs.

There is only one plasma TV maker that incorporates built in speakers into the plasma frame (Philips). Most manufacturers do however offer speakers as additional options which can be attached to the side of the plasma TV. Amplification of these speakers comes through built in 7 or 8 watt amplifiers which are built in to the side of the plasma display (this is plenty of wattage for excellent audio output).

Now you can! Some plasma displays can be used with PCs, but until now, you couldn't use your PC and watch TV on the same screen simultaneously.

Plasma television technology is based loosely on the fluorescent lightbulb. The display itself consists of cells. Within each cell two glass panels are separated by a narrow gap in which neon-xenon gas is injected and sealed in plasma form during the manufacturing process. The gas is electrically charged at specific intervals when the Plasma set is in use. the heart of the plasma TV are chemical compounds called phosphors.

Plasma TV's have a larger viewing angle, usually 160 degrees. The size of LCDs is limited and they use liquid crystals.

Some Plasmavision screens come with a built in tuner, these are denoted by a T as the middle of the three letter block in the model number. Other models will display a TV picture from a tuning device such as a Satellite, Cable or Freeview Set-top Box or an analogue TV tuner. To view the picture you simply need to connect the two devices together using the correct cable.

Probably, the greatest myth about plasma displays is that they only last two to three years. The truth is that present day plasma display panels have an expected half-lifetime of anything between 30,000hrs and 60,000hrs, which is substantially more than that of a traditional CRT TV.

Plasma screens offer a number of options in this respect - from standard floor stands, to wall mounts and even ceiling mounts. We suggest that you take a look at our article on how to install a plasma TV for more details on this issue.

Yes, our plasma TV's have a 15-Pin VGA input which will allows the user to connect the screen to a computer to be used as a computer monitor.

A one-year standard limited warranty is included with your Sun Group Plasma TV. However, you have the option of purchasing an extended two warranty.

AXTRO® is capable of heating areas above 260 square meters (buildings constructed to regulation 10/91) with any number or type of radiator installed.

Solution: Gradually close the air control mechanism in order to keep the flue temperature within the comfort zone, between 250 and 475oF (150 to 250oC). If you do not have a chimney thermometer and would like to get one, visit your local Osburn dealer. Solution: Replace the gasket using a genuine OSBURN adhesive and gasket kit. Please consult our accessories sections. Solution: Put less wood into the fireplace. The fireplace will not produce as much heat and will not heat as long.

Solution: Use smaller pieces of wood and place them to allow proper air circulation between the logs. The same weight of wood cut in many small pieces will produce more heat than fewer, larger logs. Only add big logs when you have a good bed of red embers. Logs with a diameter exceeding 6 inches (153 mm) should always be split. Avoid stacking logs to the top of the fireplace. Solution #1: In many cases, a weak draft is simply due to insufficient heat in the exhaust system.

InFlame Fireplaces have a heat output of up to 9000BTUs/hr depending on the fireplace. This is guaranteed to bring ample warmth to any room in your home. A typical electric fireplace offers from 1500 to 5000 BTUs/hr (approximately.) so our entry level 6000 BTU/hr max. output fireplace will provide you with a great heat supplement.

In essence, there are not many differences between a standard TV and a plasma TV. The main difference being the larger number of colours seen on a plasma display.

Unlike standard CRT and Plasma televisions, since there are no phosphors that light up, less power is need for operation and the light source in an LCD television generates less heat than a Plasma or traditional television. Also, because of the nature of LCD technology, there is no radiation emitted from the screen itself. Apart from better contrast due to its ability to show deeper blacks, plasma screens typically have better viewing angles than LCD.