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gonna buy consumer electronics for my new house... want suggestion regarding the following items... I want budget, value for money items as i cant spend much now :( ...

1. TV -

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Hall size is 29'x29', so planning to go for 50" or 46" tv(which one 2 go for???)... Dono whether to go for lcd or plasma...

edit: Since i want an larger screen tv and cost effective one, think its better for me to go for plasma... Usage is watching tv (local cable or dth), movies (might be hd ), very less or no gaming... viewing distance - 15fts...

Required Quantity - 3nos

2. DVD Home Theatre System -

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want an good 5.1 Channel DVD Home Theatre System... I really dont have idea on this...

Required Quantity - 3nos

Edit : should i go for WD TV HD player instead of DVD Home Theatre System????

3.Split AC -

Details:

A good 1.5ton split AC which has good cooling efficiency and power saver... planning to go for OG... any other suggestion in similar price range??? how abt Daikin???

Required Quantity - 9nos

4.Fridge :

Details :

340 lts fridge

Required Quantity - 3nos

5.Washing machine :

Detials:

front loader or top loader???

Required Quantity - 3nos

I cant mention the budget as i really dont have any idea about how much it will cost... So, please suggest the best budget & value 4 money product...
 
jennifer123 said:
Man, 3 fridges in a house is very very bad for global warming. You will go to hell!!!

Get a front loader, please. IFB preferred.
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Thanks for your input bro...

Actually it is for 3 family, 3 floors... At present, we live in a joint family system... Now built an house with 3 floors so that we don't get separated :)
 
navino87 said:
gonna buy consumer electronics for my new house... want suggestion regarding the following items... I want budget, value for money items as i cant spend much now :( ...

1. TV -

Details:
Hall size is 29'x29', so planning to go for 50" or 46" tv(which one 2 go for???)... Dono whether to go for lcd or plasma...

Required Quantity - 3nos
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well get the 50inch,but what will be ur viewing distance and what will u be watching,i assume ur viewing disntance is around 20feet or more if so it wont matter if u get a HD or a FHD screen,since u need 3 i think u can get a panasonic plasma since the 50inch versions are cheaper then their 50inch lcd counterparts.

5.Washing machine :

Detials:
front loader or top loader???

Required Quantity - 3nos

I cant mention the budget as i really dont have any idea about how much it will cost... So, please suggest the best budget & value 4 money product...
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well i would suggest get a whirlpool front loader even their lowest priced model has a better build quality then all IFB top models(except the 7kg model),and if u require a large a load then get the whirlpool SUD 701 itshas a 7kg capicity consumes very little water in its price range cost 25.5k street price.
 
Rather than opening a new thread, I thought of posting my requirements as well in the same thread.

I am also looking to buy the following items and have zeroed down on the following:
1. Window AC
1 ton LG - Rs 13.5k

2. Washing machine - fully automatic
Either Videocon FA55 (top loading) at Rs 8k
or IFB Diva Cold (front loading) at Rs 11.5k

3. Fridge
250 ltrs Whirlpool Rs 15.5k

Need suggestions/reviews/comments on prices
 
nishantgandhi said:
Rather than opening a new thread, I thought of posting my requirements as well in the same thread.

I am also looking to buy the following items and have zeroed down on the following:
1. Window AC
1 ton LG - Rs 13.5k

2. Washing machine - fully automatic
Either Videocon FA55 (top loading) at Rs 8k
or IFB Diva Cold (front loading) at Rs 11.5k

3. Fridge
250 ltrs Whirlpool Rs 15.5k

Need suggestions/reviews/comments on prices
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well in the washing machine increase ur bugget slightly and get this Whirlpool India u can get it for 16k street price has a build quality exceding high priced IFB models priced at 28k.

in fridge the direct cool type consume less power and also cost cheaper there is a LG model that has a BEE 5 star rating,while whirpool direct cool model gets 4 star .
 
smoky004 said:
Just got one suggestion-----dump the dvd players and get a WD TV HD player.
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Thanks 4 ur input bro :)... but if i get a Home Theatre System like DAV-DZ570 : DVD Home Theatre System : Home Theatre System : Sony India it comes with 5.1 speakers n others features... but in case of WD TV HD player, i should go for separate speakers as that in the sony Home Theatre System... which 1 is better????
adder said:
well get the 50inch,but what will be ur viewing distance and what will u be watching,i assume ur viewing disntance is around 20feet or more if so it wont matter if u get a HD or a FHD screen,since u need 3 i think u can get a panasonic plasma since the 50inch versions are cheaper then their 50inch lcd counterparts.
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Since i want an larger screen tv and cost effective one, think its better for me to go for plasma... Usage is watching tv (local cable or dth), movies (might be hd :) ), very less or no gaming... viewing distance - 15fts...
wat would be the cost difference between 50" plasma FHD screen and 50" plasma HD screen??? which one is better for me???
 
^^ the price diff between a 50" hd ready and fhd would be massive.. so think about it! although at 50" it does make sense to buy full hd but not if your paying 50% or more of a premium.

2. For washing machines, screw ifb, whirlpool etc.. and get siemens. Trust me the women in your house would be much happier and its damn silent as well.

3. Fridge id advice LG, get one with a good star rating as its on 24x7.

4. Ac's if you can manage with window, advice would be Ogeneral since in split all good brands like ogeneral and diakin cost a bomb. ogeneral windows should cost about 25k for 1.5ton which is well worth it.

Else if you want split only consider LG and some people here have also had good experiences with voltas.

5. For the home theatre dont go the sony way.. even if you want to save money buy onkyo 5.1+ amps which is available for like 15 or 18k's and add a philips dvd and/or a wd player.

Hope that answers your queries!
 
amityrock said:
2. For washing machines, screw ifb, whirlpool etc.. and get siemens. Trust me the women in your house would be much happier and its damn silent as well.
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well have u seen a whirpool front loading washing machine,well i have seen whirpool and siemens models priced upt to 30K and i can tell u although siemens is realy good still doesnt match whirpool models build quality and they are equaly silent,when i was in the lookout for a washing machine some few months back i researched a lot saw all the companies including siemens,ifb,whirlpool,samsung,LG and from what i found IFB washing machines had build quality lower then others and but the best was whirpool.i was almost set to buy the siemens until i saw the whirpool front loading models.

@navino87
u can urself check out the build quality and u will know what i am talking about.check out the discussion in previous threads. http://www.techenclave.com/consumer-electronics/washing-machine-help-30k-max-130415.html

and FHD plasma are very expensive a 50inch HD ready panasonic plasma cost close to a 1lakh where as a panasonic FHD 50inch will cost about 1.7lakh to 1.9lakh.
i believe samsung offers a cheaper FHD 50inch plasma for about 1.4lakh or less.so if u can afford a FHD plasma then u may go for it,however when u watch at close distance and when u watch normal SD content the picture wont be as good as a HD ready plasma.
 
@ amityrock & adder: thanks for your input guys :)

amityrock said:
^^ the price diff between a 50" hd ready and fhd would be massive.. so think about it! although at 50" it does make sense to buy full hd but not if your paying 50% or more of a premium.
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adder said:
FHD plasma are very expensive a 50inch HD ready panasonic plasma cost close to a 1lakh where as a panasonic FHD 50inch will cost about 1.7lakh to 1.9lakh.

i believe samsung offers a cheaper FHD 50inch plasma for about 1.4lakh or less.so if u can afford a FHD plasma then u may go for it,however when u watch at close distance and when u watch normal SD content the picture wont be as good as a HD ready plasma.
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as iam more conscious abt the cost, i think its better for me to stay with HD rather than paying 50% or more as a premium...

Is there a 46 " plasma available in market??? i checked the price of panasonic n samsung plasma in the following sites n i dont see any 46" models...

Cheap Panasonic plasma tv Products at lowest price in Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Bangalore shipping

Cheap Samsung plasma tv Products at lowest price in Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Bangalore shipping

amityrock said:
2. For washing machines, screw ifb, whirlpool etc.. and get siemens. Trust me the women in your house would be much happier and its damn silent as well.
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k... i vil keep it in mind...

amityrock said:
4. Ac's if you can manage with window, advice would be Ogeneral since in split all good brands like ogeneral and diakin cost a bomb. ogeneral windows should cost about 25k for 1.5ton which is well worth it.

Else if you want split only consider LG and some people here have also had good experiences with voltas.
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think i cant go with window ac.... as no provision has been made for it... If i go with split ac, then i should chose between ogeneral and diakin.... are they good??? which one is best among these???

amityrock said:
5. For the home theatre dont go the sony way.. even if you want to save money buy onkyo 5.1+ amps which is available for like 15 or 18k's and add a philips dvd and/or a wd player.
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y not sony??? they look good :)... are they very costly compared to other brands??? is onkyo better than sony???? or should i wait for blurays??? or should i go for WD TV HD player??? if i dont buy home theater system now, is it possible to get separate 5.1 or 7.1 surround connected to tv????

adder said:
u can urself check out the build quality and u will know what i am talking about.check out the discussion in previous threads. http://www.techenclave.com/consumer-electronics/washing-machine-help-30k-max-130415.html
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Wil check it out bro... Edit : It was very useful bro... any comments on SUD701 after using it????
 
navino87 said:
as iam more conscious abt the cost, i think its better for me to stay with HD rather than paying 50% or more as a premium...
Is there a 46 " plasma available in market??? i checked the price of panasonic n samsung plasma in the following sites n i dont see any 46" models...
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well plasmas dont come in 46inch ,the sizes we get are 32,37,42,50inch...
y not sony??? they look good :)... are they very costly compared to other brands??? is onkyo better than sony???? or should i wait for blurays??? or should i go for WD TV HD player??? if i dont buy home theater system now, is it possible to get separate 5.1 or 7.1 surround connected to tv????
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well sony is ok in hometheatre but it wont be good as a onkyo or any othe audio specialist companies.well about theWD HD player well unless u have the video,pictures,music stored in a HDD u cannot view them,so u cant play DVDs,audio cd etc u will need a dvd player/console or a pc.
and yes u can add seperate surround speakers,u will need a A/v reciever for that.
Wil check it out bro... Edit : It was very useful bro... any comments on SUD701 after using it????
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well i am more then satisfied its very silent,efficient in water consumption,smart and i feel justified buying it after my time consuming search for the best washing machine under 30k.
 
navino87 said:
as iam more conscious abt the cost, i think its better for me to stay with HD rather than paying 50% or more as a premium...
Is there a 46 " plasma available in market??? i checked the price of panasonic n samsung plasma in the following sites n i dont see any 46" models...

think i cant go with window ac.... as no provision has been made for it... If i go with split ac, then i should chose between ogeneral and diakin.... are they good??? which one is best among these???

y not sony??? they look good :)... are they very costly compared to other brands??? is onkyo better than sony????
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Get a 42pv8 or pv80 panasonic plasma if you ask me, best bang for buck big screen tv's available these days.
Since you cant get windows forget ogeneral and diakin as both would be above 40k for 1.5ton split. fyi Diakin is the best. So consider lg and voltas again as they would cost 17-25k for 1.5ton split.

No to sony because their sound quality sucks! :P Getting the onkyo 5.1+amp available at all hypermarkets for about 17k's is a much better choice. Throw in a philips hdmi dvd player for 3k and in 20k's you have a respectable home theatre system.

Happy Home Building! :cool2:
 
sorry guys... since i was outta town, i couldn't keep in touch....

Regarding tv, my dad said no to 50" plasma :( ... since there are no 46" plasma in market, now my next option is 42" plasma.... Please suggest a good, stylish 42" plasma... Many suggest panasonic plasma... any specific reason 4 that??? wat abt other brands???

how much a 46" lcd cost???

regarding the split a\c, my dad asked me to stick with OG...

Edit: many of my friends tell tat 46" plasma is available in market... check the following link : Panasonic PZR900 50″, 46″ and 42″ Plasma TVs introduced
 
navino87 said:
sorry guys... since i was outta town, i couldn't keep in touch....

Regarding tv, my dad said no to 50" plasma :( ... since there are no 46" plasma in market, now my next option is 42" plasma.... Please suggest a good, stylish 42" plasma... Many suggest panasonic plasma... any specific reason 4 that??? wat abt other brands???

how much a 46" lcd cost???

regarding the split a\c, my dad asked me to stick with OG...

Edit: many of my friends tell tat 46" plasma is available in market... check the following link : Panasonic PZR900 50″, 46″ and 42″ Plasma TVs introduced
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well 46inch plasma in india are rare atleast i havent seen one,but if u want a 42inch then u can get the panasonic TH-42PV8H,TH-42PV80H cost about 45 to 50k.if u dont mind waiting the panasonic X10 plasma models will be replacing the existing PV series of panasonic plasmas.

in 46inch FHD lcds a decent one like samsung series 5 will cost u about 80k,sony W series are better but are quite expensive.
 
what is the budget for your home theater excluding tv. do you want all three to be exactly the same?
 
adder said:
well 46inch plasma in india are rare atleast i havent seen one,but if u want a 42inch then u can get the panasonic TH-42PV8H,TH-42PV80H cost about 45 to 50k.if u dont mind waiting the panasonic X10 plasma models will be replacing the existing PV series of panasonic plasmas.

in 46inch FHD lcds a decent one like samsung series 5 will cost u about 80k,sony W series are better but are quite expensive.
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thx bro... wat is the advantage of panasonic plasma over other brand plasma??? the look of panasonic plasma is not convincing ... how abt plasmas from lg and samsung????

@ vb86:

i really dont have any idea about how much it will cost... so, suggest a better HTS...
 
navino87 said:
thx bro... wat is the advantage of panasonic plasma over other brand plasma??? the look of panasonic plasma is not convincing ... how abt plasmas from lg and samsung????
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well the panasonic have better contrast compared to the samsung plasma and as far as lg plasmas well i am pretty sure u can spot at first glance that its has the worst picture compared to the other plasma.
 
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