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Legend [18026]
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anyone ever bought an "open box" tv from Best Buy?
Feb 7, 2013, 10:19 PM
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Found what I think is a great deal, but I worry about the "open box-ness" of the item.
I'm hoping it was a return from someone "renting" it for the Super Bowl. But I don't know for sure.
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All-In [48144]
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Do they offer any warranty or can you return it if needed?
Feb 7, 2013, 10:26 PM
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If so, I wouldn't hesitate.
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Legend [18026]
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apparently it's the same as for any tv they sell.
Feb 7, 2013, 10:33 PM
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Same warranty and return policy.
The only question is if it's a display model then it's been on for like 10hrs a day for months.
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110%er [7010]
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Re: apparently it's the same as for any tv they sell.
Feb 7, 2013, 10:37 PM
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I know of a TV that ran continuously for 25+ years in a furniture store in Pineville, NC. The security guard, Daniel Boone, told me about it.
Yes, Daniel Boone, and it was on 24/7 for 25+ years.
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Oculus Spirit [79495]
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TV's ain't made like that any more...
Feb 7, 2013, 10:38 PM
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I've got a Sony from the early 90's that still has a pretty good picture. I figure if I get 4-5 years out of my Vizio I'll be satisfied.
Deweather, what TV is it?
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Legend [18026]
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Panasonic TC-P55UT50
Feb 7, 2013, 10:54 PM
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It actually may be too big, but I figure I'd start big and then move down if need be.
It's plasma, and I know burn-in can be a problem, but it was on in the store and I didn't notice any issues there.
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All-In [30912]
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$500 is the tipping point
Feb 7, 2013, 11:03 PM
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$500.01 = fugghedaboutit
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Have no opinion of the tv, but I'm leery of best buy
Feb 7, 2013, 11:08 PM
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Get crystal clear on the return policy.
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I think they've solved the burn-in problem.
Feb 8, 2013, 8:33 AM
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Anyone with a differing opinion can feel free to comment, but I've owned plasmas since '05, and I haven't had an issue (knock on wood).
Viewing from oblique angles is great with the plasmas, and the color is more reminiscent of a tube television, which I like.
I also have a Panasonic (not sure of the model). I think they generally make the best mass-market plasmas, compared to, say, LG (my first plasma) who stinks.
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Oculus Spirit [82015]
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Burn in isn't an issue anymore. The life of the plasma
Feb 8, 2013, 8:55 AM
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has been cut by it being a store model, but their lives are now about 15 years, so you're fine.
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All-In [31938]
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If open-box is a display model then it depends....
Feb 8, 2013, 7:59 AM
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on the type of TV.
For instance, if it is a plasma subject to burn-in, they normally jack up the contrast on the display models to make them look as sharp as possible. This can lead to burn-in, depending on the image being shown.
Of course, if they allow returns, then you could return it if there are any image issues.
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CU Medallion [54759]
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did it w/ a blu-ray playa, playa.
Feb 8, 2013, 8:47 AM
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no probs in the 2 years I've had it...
not a TV tho (Capt. Obvi)
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Re: You better buy the PSP with it
Feb 8, 2013, 8:48 AM
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do it pha gut
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