The performance of newer rear projection HDTV models and their flat
screen counterparts has definitely improved, thanks to recent plasma and
LCD technology. Both plasma and LCD HDTV's have a life span that
averages 60,000 hours, which is six hours a day for approximately
twenty-seven years. That is twenty-seven years without replacing any
lamps. A rear projection HDTV lamp needs replacement every two to three
years.
Flat screen TV's have a wide viewing range and can be
viewed more easily from off to one side than a rear projection model,
but they do not have as good color and contrast as the projection
models. As far as picture quality between the plasma and LCD, the LCD
has the edge over the plasma model. Plasma flat screens reflect more
light from whatever room they are in.
If you are looking for size
and more bang for your buck a projection HDTV is the way to go. A rear
projection HDTV still offers the most screen size for the money. Rear
projection HDTV screens are 50 inches and larger, and a quality unit
will perform better than most flat panel HDTV's.
Although they
deliver a better picture, the growing popularity of larger flat screen
HDTV's are forcing the rear projection HDTV manufacturers to lower their
prices. So, if you have the space this may be the perfect opportunity
to take advantage of a market trend.
Shopping for any type TV can
be a daunting task with all the various brands and acronyms associated
with each type. Some of the acronyms that you will come across and their
meanings are as follows;
CRT (Cathode Ray Tubes)
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
LED (Light Emitting Diode)
DLP (Digital Light Processing)
Older
rear projection TV's used the CRT technology. Newer DLP models,
referred to as "microdisplays" are the only rear projection models
currently being produced. A microdisplay is basically a rear projection
HDTV that implements the use of microchips. They are thinner and weigh
much less than the older CRT models, but not as thin as the flat panels.
The
advantage of DLP microdisplays is that as the screen size gets bigger
the price gets smaller, and the better models produce great quality
images and deliver a good value. These units have the ability to be very
bright, even in well-lit rooms, and not lose any detail.
There
are also disadvantages associated with a rear projection HDTV. Although
quite easily done, the lamps need to be replaced periodically. This can
cost $200.00 or more, and the average lamp has a life span from 4000 to
8000 hours. This is from about 2 years to 3.5 years if your TV is on for
six hours a day, every day.
All of the TV's out there have
unique features, and you will always find friends that like one model
more than another. Don't forget to take all the extras you may need into
consideration. You may need a stand, a wall mount, or possibly a new
receiver. Visit the Projection HDTV website and see how much you can
save on both Projection HDTV's and Flat panels as well. All things
considered, stick with the reputable manufacturers and you will be
happier in the long run.
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Sunday, June 3, 2012
HDTV Comparison
Making a HDTV comparison is important if you are seeking to purchase a
new television. There are quite a number of things to consider about
HDTVs and this doesn't even include comparing the different brands that
sell HDTVs.
Of course, you should know by now that HDTV stands for High Definition Television. However, a lot of people are misled by the term 'HD Ready' and 'Full HD'. HD Ready means that the HDTV is manufactured to display a high definition resolution on the screen, but you will need to purchase a digital tuner to receive high definition signals to display in the first place. An internal (or tuner card), an external tuner, or a set-top box will need to be purchased if you have a HD ready television.
Full HD on the other hand means that the HDTV comes with a built-in ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee) tuner, so there is no need to purchase anything else to be able to view the high definition resolution. You will find that most HDTVs made these days are done so with Full HD. Purchasing a HDTV that is 'HD Ready' is pretty much redundant in every way. Most people think they can make a savings if they purchase a 'HD Ready' TV as opposed to one with 'Full HD'. Doing so, however, often leads to more expenditure as you will have to purchase external sources if you want to view high definition content, which is the all in all of HDTVs in the first place.
Now, when comparing HDTVs, the most important factor that you should take into consideration is the resolution of the television, as in most cases, this is often the main cause for the difference in prices.
In a nutshell, the higher the television resolution, the better the television will be in terms of image quality. The main resolution type that you will come across as the unique selling point of HDTVs is the 1080p. This resolution is currently the best that you can get. The turnoff for some people is that there is often a bigger price sticker on HDTVs with this type of resolution. If you desire a HDTV immediately and can't quite afford the price of 1080p then you can opt for the 720p as this is also a very good resolution for HDTVs. If on the other hand, you are a gamer, or one who wants a HDTV to watch Blu-ray movies, you are advised to get the very best in resolution as the difference in quality is subtle but noticeable.
Finally, your HDTV comparison research will lead you to ponder on the best brand to purchase. There is not a single brand that leads the way with HDTVs. You are much better off comparing the different HDTV models and focusing on the specifications of the TVs you are comparing. It is the model and specifications of the television that will inform you of the best in the market for your price range, and not the brand name associated with the television.
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Full HD on the other hand means that the HDTV comes with a built-in ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee) tuner, so there is no need to purchase anything else to be able to view the high definition resolution. You will find that most HDTVs made these days are done so with Full HD. Purchasing a HDTV that is 'HD Ready' is pretty much redundant in every way. Most people think they can make a savings if they purchase a 'HD Ready' TV as opposed to one with 'Full HD'. Doing so, however, often leads to more expenditure as you will have to purchase external sources if you want to view high definition content, which is the all in all of HDTVs in the first place.
Now, when comparing HDTVs, the most important factor that you should take into consideration is the resolution of the television, as in most cases, this is often the main cause for the difference in prices.
In a nutshell, the higher the television resolution, the better the television will be in terms of image quality. The main resolution type that you will come across as the unique selling point of HDTVs is the 1080p. This resolution is currently the best that you can get. The turnoff for some people is that there is often a bigger price sticker on HDTVs with this type of resolution. If you desire a HDTV immediately and can't quite afford the price of 1080p then you can opt for the 720p as this is also a very good resolution for HDTVs. If on the other hand, you are a gamer, or one who wants a HDTV to watch Blu-ray movies, you are advised to get the very best in resolution as the difference in quality is subtle but noticeable.
Finally, your HDTV comparison research will lead you to ponder on the best brand to purchase. There is not a single brand that leads the way with HDTVs. You are much better off comparing the different HDTV models and focusing on the specifications of the TVs you are comparing. It is the model and specifications of the television that will inform you of the best in the market for your price range, and not the brand name associated with the television.
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Best Price Samsung 27 Inch HDTV
In most cases, what prevents people from getting a great HDTV is the
cost. Just about when we were able to buy a TV for very little money the
HDTV came onto the scene and TV sets became expensive all over again.
However, there is still the possibility to get one of those HDTV such as
the Samsung 27 inch HDTV for a very affordable price and I will show
you exactly where you can find these great deals.
If you are looking for the best possible HDTV at the best possible price, this is the one you should be looking for. But what is so great about it? Here are few of the features that you can enjoy when owning this high quality HDTV.
This Samsung widescreen HDTV monitor features a digital TV tuner and digital device support. Your TV can be connected to either your cable or satellite box. The HDMI connections will allow you to always get the best and highest resolution possible. The sound of this TV is astonishing as well. With its Dolby Digital Plus and integrated speakers every sound coming out of your TV will sound just as a real life sound.
If this is going to be your first HDTV you might be wondering why it took you so long to decide to make the plunge in getting a modern TV that you thought was not affordable.
This HDTV is one of the best high quality products at the best affordable price. This TV makes a great gift and in my book it's really the gift of the year.
Here are some of the great features that you will benefit from with this best price Samsung HDTV:
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Fast Response Time
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HD Multimedia Hub (HDMI)
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I recommend this great product to anyone who would listen and I know that you won't be disappointed in if you decided that this is the HDTV for you.
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Built-in HDTV Tuner
16:9 Widescreen Display
Fast Response Time
Full HD Resolution
HD Multimedia Hub (HDMI)
High sound quality
I recommend this great product to anyone who would listen and I know that you won't be disappointed in if you decided that this is the HDTV for you.
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If you are looking for the best possible HDTV at the best possible price, this is the one you should be looking for. But what is so great about it? Here are few of the features that you can enjoy when owning this high quality HDTV.
This Samsung widescreen HDTV monitor features a digital TV tuner and digital device support. Your TV can be connected to either your cable or satellite box. The HDMI connections will allow you to always get the best and highest resolution possible. The sound of this TV is astonishing as well. With its Dolby Digital Plus and integrated speakers every sound coming out of your TV will sound just as a real life sound.
If this is going to be your first HDTV you might be wondering why it took you so long to decide to make the plunge in getting a modern TV that you thought was not affordable.
This HDTV is one of the best high quality products at the best affordable price. This TV makes a great gift and in my book it's really the gift of the year.
Here are some of the great features that you will benefit from with this best price Samsung HDTV:
Built-in HDTV Tuner
16:9 Widescreen Display
Fast Response Time
Full HD Resolution
HD Multimedia Hub (HDMI)
High sound quality
I recommend this great product to anyone who would listen and I know that you won't be disappointed in if you decided that this is the HDTV for you.
Without further ado let me take you by the hand and show you exactly where you can find this Best Price Samsung 27 inch HD TV
If you haven't made up your mind yet, check out right here for more details and information you might be interested in.
Built-in HDTV Tuner
16:9 Widescreen Display
Fast Response Time
Full HD Resolution
HD Multimedia Hub (HDMI)
High sound quality
I recommend this great product to anyone who would listen and I know that you won't be disappointed in if you decided that this is the HDTV for you.
Without further ado let me take you by the hand and show you exactly where you can find this Best Price Samsung 27 inch HD TV
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Choosing a 1080p Plasma Or LCD HDTV For Your Gaming Display
I often receive questions about whether Plasma or LCD is better for
gaming applications. Often you will find conflicting stories on which is
better. Each technology has its own fans. I'd first like to point out
in the effort for full disclosure that I happen to be in the plasma HDTV
category. This article is going to make the attempt to help you make a
decision as to whether or not you want to choose a plasma or an LCD
display when selecting a gaming flat screen.
Resolution
There are two resolutions that progressive format plasma and LCD HDTVs come in today. These are 720p and 1080p. Most everyone favors 1080p because it is a higher resolution, also called true HD, but these are a bit more expensive than their 720p counterparts. For gaming purposes I would not recommend anything less than the 1080p models if you are looking for top quality video output to your HDTV.
Video Quality
Personally whenever I am playing on my gaming systems I like to have as sharp a picture as possible. Plasma 1080p HDTV's are able to provide the sharpest pictures. This is because plasma HDTV's are able to display deeper blacks, thereby increasing its contrast ratio. Some plasmas are capable of 5000000:1 in this area. In non geek speak, the picture looks sharp. Plasma HDTV displays are also able to display higher frame rates than most of their LCD counterparts. They are able to do this because the pixels that make up a plasma display are backlit individually, whereas LCD HDTV's utilize rows upon rows of back-lighting LCDs for multiple pixel points. One area in which LCD's have held a stronger video quality score is that they are not as susceptible to screen reflection and glare. However, plasma HDTV's are getting better with new anti-glare coatings that they are applying to the display screens.
Viewing Angle
Another consideration that someone should be aware of is viewing angle. Plasma 1080p HDTVs outpace their LCD cousins by far in this regard. Nearly any plasma HDTV on the market boasts a 160 degree viewing angle or better. Being that you can only get to 180 degrees of deflection without being behind the display makes a strong case for getting a Plasma display. Most LCD HDTV's only have a 90 degree viewing angle before the picture becomes blurred or darkened
Plasma Burn In
There has been a lot of misconception and myths spread about plasma screen displays. Chief among these is that Plasma HDTVs suffer from burn in. This used to be a true statement, but with the newer technologies used to manufacture plasma displays you would actually have to work at it in order to burn an image into the screen of your plasma display. It would require you to actually go into the internal settings and adjust them to help burn the image into the display.
Cost
The cost issue is by far the biggest deciding factor when choosing what display technology you want to use for your gaming system. This can be a tricky question when you are deciding on what type of HDTV you want to buy. At smaller sizes LCDs can be found which are less expensive than plasma HDTVs. As the screen size of the display increases the cost of an LCD will increase in cost at a greater rate than a Plasma HDTV. Eventually plasma displays become less expensive than LCD's in larger sizes.
The "You" Factor
In the end it really comes down to what you want, and what you are willing to pay for. If money is no object and you want a large display, then a plasma 1080p display is probably the best fit for you. If you are on a budget and are looking for a smaller display I'd recommend the LCD. If you want one of the larger displays the best bang for your buck also lies in a plasma HDTV.
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Resolution
There are two resolutions that progressive format plasma and LCD HDTVs come in today. These are 720p and 1080p. Most everyone favors 1080p because it is a higher resolution, also called true HD, but these are a bit more expensive than their 720p counterparts. For gaming purposes I would not recommend anything less than the 1080p models if you are looking for top quality video output to your HDTV.
Video Quality
Personally whenever I am playing on my gaming systems I like to have as sharp a picture as possible. Plasma 1080p HDTV's are able to provide the sharpest pictures. This is because plasma HDTV's are able to display deeper blacks, thereby increasing its contrast ratio. Some plasmas are capable of 5000000:1 in this area. In non geek speak, the picture looks sharp. Plasma HDTV displays are also able to display higher frame rates than most of their LCD counterparts. They are able to do this because the pixels that make up a plasma display are backlit individually, whereas LCD HDTV's utilize rows upon rows of back-lighting LCDs for multiple pixel points. One area in which LCD's have held a stronger video quality score is that they are not as susceptible to screen reflection and glare. However, plasma HDTV's are getting better with new anti-glare coatings that they are applying to the display screens.
Viewing Angle
Another consideration that someone should be aware of is viewing angle. Plasma 1080p HDTVs outpace their LCD cousins by far in this regard. Nearly any plasma HDTV on the market boasts a 160 degree viewing angle or better. Being that you can only get to 180 degrees of deflection without being behind the display makes a strong case for getting a Plasma display. Most LCD HDTV's only have a 90 degree viewing angle before the picture becomes blurred or darkened
Plasma Burn In
There has been a lot of misconception and myths spread about plasma screen displays. Chief among these is that Plasma HDTVs suffer from burn in. This used to be a true statement, but with the newer technologies used to manufacture plasma displays you would actually have to work at it in order to burn an image into the screen of your plasma display. It would require you to actually go into the internal settings and adjust them to help burn the image into the display.
Cost
The cost issue is by far the biggest deciding factor when choosing what display technology you want to use for your gaming system. This can be a tricky question when you are deciding on what type of HDTV you want to buy. At smaller sizes LCDs can be found which are less expensive than plasma HDTVs. As the screen size of the display increases the cost of an LCD will increase in cost at a greater rate than a Plasma HDTV. Eventually plasma displays become less expensive than LCD's in larger sizes.
The "You" Factor
In the end it really comes down to what you want, and what you are willing to pay for. If money is no object and you want a large display, then a plasma 1080p display is probably the best fit for you. If you are on a budget and are looking for a smaller display I'd recommend the LCD. If you want one of the larger displays the best bang for your buck also lies in a plasma HDTV.
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Top Rated HDTV - How to Find One
If
you have just purchased a brand new HDTV, you will notice that the
moment you tried it out, it won't be as good as the ones you saw on the
stores, once it is in your living room. Do not worry; nothing is wrong
with your HDTV. It has no defects, the thing is, once you buy a brand
new HDTV, the settings are set on default by the factory. You need to
configure it yourself because different locations have different lights.
So if you want to know more about the subject, which is HDTV
calibration, you came to the right place. I have just the supple amount
of information that you need to know about this topic and I am willing
to share it with you. This would save you a lot of trouble. So read,
now!
The problem now is how you would know if your contrast or your brightness is just right. Most of us leave those options on default because of the fact that we don't know how to configure it. Don't just settle down with that, calibrate your HDTV. HDTV calibration will not only make your HDTV look clear and crisp but it could also help you save electricity as well as extend the life of your HDTV. You could always ask a professional to calibrate your HDTV which will cost you for around 200 bucks or so. But to be able to get good results, here are the three possible ways to calibrate your HDTV.
Calibration Device - this is perhaps the best option that you have to get that perfectly calibrated TV. However, it is also the most expensive, might cost you much. But if you are really serious about the picture that comes out on your HDTV, this is the way to go.
DVD - a little less expensive method of calibrating your HDTV. This type of DVD calibrates your HDTV for only 30 bucks. It won't be as accurate as the calibration devices but it works well enough. The DVD has series of pictures and videos that would suggest on how to adjust the settings of your HDTV. There is this so called "THX Optimizer" which you need to use together with some sort of blues glasses to calibrate your TV.
DIY - when you run out of options and find out that the previous options are too expensive or don't work with you that well, you can actually use your own eye and judgment to calibrate it. Of course it would not be as accurate as the calibration device and calibration DVD but if this is the last option, go for it. Start with the brightness, contrast, color and then sharpness. Try to configure it slowly, don't do extremes. The idea here is to come up with something that you are happy with no matter if it is not technically perfect, the thing is that you are very happy with the settings. Besides, you'll be the one watching, not other people.
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The problem now is how you would know if your contrast or your brightness is just right. Most of us leave those options on default because of the fact that we don't know how to configure it. Don't just settle down with that, calibrate your HDTV. HDTV calibration will not only make your HDTV look clear and crisp but it could also help you save electricity as well as extend the life of your HDTV. You could always ask a professional to calibrate your HDTV which will cost you for around 200 bucks or so. But to be able to get good results, here are the three possible ways to calibrate your HDTV.
Calibration Device - this is perhaps the best option that you have to get that perfectly calibrated TV. However, it is also the most expensive, might cost you much. But if you are really serious about the picture that comes out on your HDTV, this is the way to go.
DVD - a little less expensive method of calibrating your HDTV. This type of DVD calibrates your HDTV for only 30 bucks. It won't be as accurate as the calibration devices but it works well enough. The DVD has series of pictures and videos that would suggest on how to adjust the settings of your HDTV. There is this so called "THX Optimizer" which you need to use together with some sort of blues glasses to calibrate your TV.
DIY - when you run out of options and find out that the previous options are too expensive or don't work with you that well, you can actually use your own eye and judgment to calibrate it. Of course it would not be as accurate as the calibration device and calibration DVD but if this is the last option, go for it. Start with the brightness, contrast, color and then sharpness. Try to configure it slowly, don't do extremes. The idea here is to come up with something that you are happy with no matter if it is not technically perfect, the thing is that you are very happy with the settings. Besides, you'll be the one watching, not other people.
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HDTV Holiday Gift Guide - Technical Specs Untangled
Many people head out to buy a new HDTV, but have no idea what all of the
technical specs mean, and get overwhelmed while shopping. Different
sales people give different opinions, and in the end, a lot just end up
leaving confused. What do all these specs mean? Here's a rundown of some
of the big specs and what you should look for.
First off, before we get into the details, let's talk about technical specs versus "marketing speak". Technical specs are those aspects of an HDTV (or other consumer electronic product) that are easily verifiable with industry standard tests. Something like contrast ratio can actually be verified with a standard test, while marketing speak is something designed to try and help sell the product and can often times not be easily, if at all, verified. These usually come in the form of something that sounds impressive, but can't be quantified easily. For example, if the box for the HDTV proclaims something like "Intellicolor Advanced II for improved picture clarity", that is just a term marketing came up with to try and make their product sound impressive. Sure enough, if you look at another manufacturer's HDTV box, you won't find that same "feature" listed. That's because their marketing department will have come up with some other impressive sounding feature that will make their product sound better.
Now, this isn't to say that these marketing terms aren't based on something real, like some function in the HDTV's hardware or software, but often times if you try and find out exactly what that means by asking a salesperson or checking the manufacturers website, you won't be able to get a clear answer. And sometimes a lower priced TV from the same manufacturer will have the same feature, but they won't list it on the box because they want the higher priced TV to sound more impressive. My advice, for the most part, is to just ignore these terms. If it sounds flashy and fancy and vague, its just marketing speak.
On to the actual technical specs and what they mean. We'll go over the biggies, let you know what they mean, and what you should look for when shopping for your HDTV.
Resolution
This is the first thing you should look for when shopping for an HDTV. Commonly you'll see terms like 720P, 1080i or 1080P. This comes from how TVs display their images. Each image on your HDTV is made up of tiny little dots called pixels, and each pixel shows one tiny dot of the picture. For example, a TV specified as 720P is actually showing 720 rows of pixels on your TV, and 1280 columns of pixels. If you were to draw it out, it would look like a table with 720 rows and 1280 columns, and each little square in the table would be one pixel. That means a 720P HDTV actually contains 720x1280=921,000 pixels.
A 1080P TV is actually 1080x1920=2,073,600 pixels. That means that a 1080P picture is actually made up of over 2 million little dots and will give you a much clearer picture than a 720P HDTV. If you see a TV marketed as an HDTV with a resolution other than one of these two, stay away from it, as it won't be able to display the image without scaling it it larger or smaller, and it won't give you the best picture.
It's also important to note that a 1080P HDTV and can display a 720P image and will just scale it up to fit the whole screen, while a 720P TV can typically display a 1080P image but it will scale it down (and you'll lose resolution in the process).
My recommendation is to get a 1080P TV, it will give you the best resolution image overall, and as you watch HD content on your new TV, you'll know you're watching the best possible resolution. Now, as for the difference between 1080i and 1080p, this is a difference in how the image is displayed on the TV. Most people will never be able to notice the difference, but if you want to know, the best is 1080p, but if the 1080i TV is more affordable to you, and the picture looks great to you, rest assured, you're still getting a fine TV.
Contrast Ratio
The contrast ratio of a TV is how black the blacks get, versus how white the whites get. Early LCD TVs had really bad contrast ratios, such that blacks in a scene never really looked black, and the whites never looked very bright. This became a problem when you would watch a movie, and there'd be a scene where the character was walking around a dimly lit alley, for example. The TV would not be able to discern the difference between all those dark colors, and everything would look like a muddy black mess and you'd lose a lot of the picture detail simply because the TV was unable to show the subtle variations in color actually present in the picture.
The good news is the technology has improved vastly now, and most TVs on the market do a much better job with this. If you're looking at the numbers, a higher contrast ratio gives you a better picture. So an HDTV with a contrast ratio of 1000:1 would be much worse than one with a contrast ratio of 80,000:1. The bigger the number, the better it is for you.
Refresh Rate
Lately, this has become a big selling point for HDTVs. You'll see this specified as 60Hz, 120 Hz, and now, 240Hz. What is it and which is best? In short, it has to do with how fast each individual pixel can change color, and the higher the Hz, the better. Older LCD HDTVs were not very good at changing colors quickly, so in programs with lots of quick motion, you could see a blurring effect on the image. To some people, it's not that noticeable, but once you know what to look for, its much easier to see and be distracted by it. If you're shopping for an HDTV, look for one that has a refresh rate of at least 120 Hz. You may be tempted to go for one with 240 Hz, and if you do, just make sure it's "real" 240 Hz, as some companies will try and fool you into thinking their TV offers 240Hz, but it's only actually giving you 120 Hz. Look for terms like "performance comparable to 240 Hz". If you see something like that, it's most likely a 120 Hz HDTV. There are many more 120 Hz TVs on the market right now than 240 Hz, so you should be able to find a 120 Hz TV easily and affordably.
Connection Type
You'll see this listed as things like 1 composite video, 1 component video, 1 S-video and 2 HDMI video inputs. What do these mean? Lets look at them from worst to best.
Composite video - the worst looking of all the inputs, you'll need this if you have an old VCR or a really old DVD player you intend to hook up to the TV. Typically you'll find it on the back of your VCR or DVD player and the connection will be a yellow color. Only good for Standard Definition video signals (ie, the old analogue signal we've used for years).
S video - a decent DVD player will have at least an S-video output. This will typically be labeled as such and looks like a circular connector with smaller connections inside it. You can see what one looks like here. Only good for standard definition pictures, but gives better video quality than composite video.
Component Video - Often referred to RGB connection, as it separates the video signal into the three colors Red, Blue and Green. This is a way to transfer an analogue video signal in standard def and HiDef. You'll see these three connectors on the back of most modern DVD players, cable boxes, etc.
HDMI - An all digital connection to your HDTV that gives the best signal quality. Hi Def Bluray players, video game machines like XBox 360 and PS3 and some cable and satellite boxes will have this type of connection. Quickly becoming the HiDef standard, so the more of these the better.
You'll also want to look for things like coaxial inputs, which you might need for old cable TV systems, or inputs like VGA or DVI if you are hoping to hook your computer up to the TV and use it as your PC's display.
Final Notes
Other niceties you might want to look for are USB ports for hooking up cameras to the TV to display pictures, video, etc or even media card readers so you can load your flash cards right into the TV to look at your latest family pictures, etc. These aren't necessities, but might help you make the final decision as to which TV is going to give you the best bang for your buck.
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First off, before we get into the details, let's talk about technical specs versus "marketing speak". Technical specs are those aspects of an HDTV (or other consumer electronic product) that are easily verifiable with industry standard tests. Something like contrast ratio can actually be verified with a standard test, while marketing speak is something designed to try and help sell the product and can often times not be easily, if at all, verified. These usually come in the form of something that sounds impressive, but can't be quantified easily. For example, if the box for the HDTV proclaims something like "Intellicolor Advanced II for improved picture clarity", that is just a term marketing came up with to try and make their product sound impressive. Sure enough, if you look at another manufacturer's HDTV box, you won't find that same "feature" listed. That's because their marketing department will have come up with some other impressive sounding feature that will make their product sound better.
Now, this isn't to say that these marketing terms aren't based on something real, like some function in the HDTV's hardware or software, but often times if you try and find out exactly what that means by asking a salesperson or checking the manufacturers website, you won't be able to get a clear answer. And sometimes a lower priced TV from the same manufacturer will have the same feature, but they won't list it on the box because they want the higher priced TV to sound more impressive. My advice, for the most part, is to just ignore these terms. If it sounds flashy and fancy and vague, its just marketing speak.
On to the actual technical specs and what they mean. We'll go over the biggies, let you know what they mean, and what you should look for when shopping for your HDTV.
Resolution
This is the first thing you should look for when shopping for an HDTV. Commonly you'll see terms like 720P, 1080i or 1080P. This comes from how TVs display their images. Each image on your HDTV is made up of tiny little dots called pixels, and each pixel shows one tiny dot of the picture. For example, a TV specified as 720P is actually showing 720 rows of pixels on your TV, and 1280 columns of pixels. If you were to draw it out, it would look like a table with 720 rows and 1280 columns, and each little square in the table would be one pixel. That means a 720P HDTV actually contains 720x1280=921,000 pixels.
A 1080P TV is actually 1080x1920=2,073,600 pixels. That means that a 1080P picture is actually made up of over 2 million little dots and will give you a much clearer picture than a 720P HDTV. If you see a TV marketed as an HDTV with a resolution other than one of these two, stay away from it, as it won't be able to display the image without scaling it it larger or smaller, and it won't give you the best picture.
It's also important to note that a 1080P HDTV and can display a 720P image and will just scale it up to fit the whole screen, while a 720P TV can typically display a 1080P image but it will scale it down (and you'll lose resolution in the process).
My recommendation is to get a 1080P TV, it will give you the best resolution image overall, and as you watch HD content on your new TV, you'll know you're watching the best possible resolution. Now, as for the difference between 1080i and 1080p, this is a difference in how the image is displayed on the TV. Most people will never be able to notice the difference, but if you want to know, the best is 1080p, but if the 1080i TV is more affordable to you, and the picture looks great to you, rest assured, you're still getting a fine TV.
Contrast Ratio
The contrast ratio of a TV is how black the blacks get, versus how white the whites get. Early LCD TVs had really bad contrast ratios, such that blacks in a scene never really looked black, and the whites never looked very bright. This became a problem when you would watch a movie, and there'd be a scene where the character was walking around a dimly lit alley, for example. The TV would not be able to discern the difference between all those dark colors, and everything would look like a muddy black mess and you'd lose a lot of the picture detail simply because the TV was unable to show the subtle variations in color actually present in the picture.
The good news is the technology has improved vastly now, and most TVs on the market do a much better job with this. If you're looking at the numbers, a higher contrast ratio gives you a better picture. So an HDTV with a contrast ratio of 1000:1 would be much worse than one with a contrast ratio of 80,000:1. The bigger the number, the better it is for you.
Refresh Rate
Lately, this has become a big selling point for HDTVs. You'll see this specified as 60Hz, 120 Hz, and now, 240Hz. What is it and which is best? In short, it has to do with how fast each individual pixel can change color, and the higher the Hz, the better. Older LCD HDTVs were not very good at changing colors quickly, so in programs with lots of quick motion, you could see a blurring effect on the image. To some people, it's not that noticeable, but once you know what to look for, its much easier to see and be distracted by it. If you're shopping for an HDTV, look for one that has a refresh rate of at least 120 Hz. You may be tempted to go for one with 240 Hz, and if you do, just make sure it's "real" 240 Hz, as some companies will try and fool you into thinking their TV offers 240Hz, but it's only actually giving you 120 Hz. Look for terms like "performance comparable to 240 Hz". If you see something like that, it's most likely a 120 Hz HDTV. There are many more 120 Hz TVs on the market right now than 240 Hz, so you should be able to find a 120 Hz TV easily and affordably.
Connection Type
You'll see this listed as things like 1 composite video, 1 component video, 1 S-video and 2 HDMI video inputs. What do these mean? Lets look at them from worst to best.
Composite video - the worst looking of all the inputs, you'll need this if you have an old VCR or a really old DVD player you intend to hook up to the TV. Typically you'll find it on the back of your VCR or DVD player and the connection will be a yellow color. Only good for Standard Definition video signals (ie, the old analogue signal we've used for years).
S video - a decent DVD player will have at least an S-video output. This will typically be labeled as such and looks like a circular connector with smaller connections inside it. You can see what one looks like here. Only good for standard definition pictures, but gives better video quality than composite video.
Component Video - Often referred to RGB connection, as it separates the video signal into the three colors Red, Blue and Green. This is a way to transfer an analogue video signal in standard def and HiDef. You'll see these three connectors on the back of most modern DVD players, cable boxes, etc.
HDMI - An all digital connection to your HDTV that gives the best signal quality. Hi Def Bluray players, video game machines like XBox 360 and PS3 and some cable and satellite boxes will have this type of connection. Quickly becoming the HiDef standard, so the more of these the better.
You'll also want to look for things like coaxial inputs, which you might need for old cable TV systems, or inputs like VGA or DVI if you are hoping to hook your computer up to the TV and use it as your PC's display.
Final Notes
Other niceties you might want to look for are USB ports for hooking up cameras to the TV to display pictures, video, etc or even media card readers so you can load your flash cards right into the TV to look at your latest family pictures, etc. These aren't necessities, but might help you make the final decision as to which TV is going to give you the best bang for your buck.
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Guide - How to Select the Right HDTV
If you are confused about the choosing the right HDTV for you, then this
article will help you to decide what the right HDTV for you is when
you're looking for a new HDTV.
The term HDTV covers a wide variety of items. Each form has its own advantages and disadvantages, so you'll have to weigh them before selecting a particular model. So let's take look at the three great things.
Screen Type - There are three main types of screens. LCDs are said to be the little brighter and last longer. Plasmas have a stronger color scheme. And LEDs have a high contrast ratio, consumes less energy and ultra-thin.
Screen size - The size of the HDTV should be the first thing you should keep in mind when you decide to buy your very own HDTV. It is very important to consider the spaces in your home where you want to place your new HDTV. For example if you are shopping for a living room in a normal house, you should go with a 32-inch as the smallest possible. Most opt for a screen of 42-inch, and that seems to be the standard.
1080p or 720p - If the HD broadcasts services are in 720p native, and the images are too good to be displayed on a 720p HDTV resolution. Improved resolution in a 1080p HDTV will not be noticed at all, because broadcast signals are limitations to 720p.
To choose the things you should consider first when buying HDTV:
What is your budget?
What size do you want?
What do you plan to use it for?
Which cool features do you want most?
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The term HDTV covers a wide variety of items. Each form has its own advantages and disadvantages, so you'll have to weigh them before selecting a particular model. So let's take look at the three great things.
Screen Type - There are three main types of screens. LCDs are said to be the little brighter and last longer. Plasmas have a stronger color scheme. And LEDs have a high contrast ratio, consumes less energy and ultra-thin.
Screen size - The size of the HDTV should be the first thing you should keep in mind when you decide to buy your very own HDTV. It is very important to consider the spaces in your home where you want to place your new HDTV. For example if you are shopping for a living room in a normal house, you should go with a 32-inch as the smallest possible. Most opt for a screen of 42-inch, and that seems to be the standard.
1080p or 720p - If the HD broadcasts services are in 720p native, and the images are too good to be displayed on a 720p HDTV resolution. Improved resolution in a 1080p HDTV will not be noticed at all, because broadcast signals are limitations to 720p.
To choose the things you should consider first when buying HDTV:
What is your budget?
What size do you want?
What do you plan to use it for?
Which cool features do you want most?
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