Should I Buy the Extended Warranty on a Plasma TV Used for Gaming?

Extend your warranty to avoid getting your fingers burned.

Screen Burn Strikes

A concern for plasma TV owners is the concept of "screen burn." This problem follows when one image is displayed on a plasma screen for a prolonged period. Games frequently display a number of images that can lead to the burn of plasma cells and thus damage the viewing picture.

The Problem Is Being Dealt With

Experts at hdtvtest.com maintain that the screen burn problem is largely one of the past. Since users began complaining about the burn on TVs even under a year old, manufacturers have tried to halt the process by burning the plasma cells evenly before sending the new sets out to retail outlets.

Bottom Line

Given the concerns over screen burn, an extended warranty is a good idea. Plasma-screen technology is certainly improving. However, an extended warranty should help ease concerns about screen burn, particularly for gamers worried that constant display of the same images could add to the problem.

References

• HDTVtest: Plasma Screen Burn Prevention