Arky,

My plasma is about 4 years old and at the time there was real concern about burn-in. My manual specifically warns about leaving an image in one location too long. I've been very careful to always use it in full screen mode when we watch TV (even if things are oddly stretched) and only have black bars top and bottom when we watch movies. So far those pesky logos on most stations have not caused a problem.

Now all the talk of burn-in may have been overblown four years ago, but I still take it seriously. I don't want to ignore the manufacturer's warning and find out I've permanently damaged my monitor. I'm going to be in the market for a new larger plasma in about 6 to 8 months and I understand, as you stated, the latest plasmas have greatly diminished burn-in issues.