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Buying
a High Definition Television (HDTV)
HDTV
Compatible Sets: 5 Things To Look For
High definition television is the newest thing
to hit the television market. Consumers and movie enthusiasts
love HDTV. It offers bright, clear picture resolution, superior
audio sound and a wide range of programming. When it’s time
to shop for HDTV, here are five things to look for in a new
HDTV compatible set.
Choosing a high definition television can be confusing. When
shopping for a new HDTV, do research and understand the product.
It is recommend that you shop around and ask lots of questions
before purchasing. HDTV set ups can be costly. Larger sets
can run in the thousands of dollars just for the television.
Most HDTV sets that are available for sale are big screen and
they are generally expensive. Smaller-screened televisions
with digital capabilities are slated to hit the market in 2007.
1.
Look at the type of televisions on the market. There are
several types of HDTV sets to choose from. Rear projection,
plasma and LCD are all types of HDTV. When a television is
labeled as HDTV-ready that means the TV has an HDTV tuner built
in. This enables the TV set to get over-the-air high definition
signals from local networks. HDTV-capable means that the TV
set is able to receive high definition signals, but only with
the use of an HDTV converter box that is available from the
cable or satellite company, or a digital tuner and over-the-air
antenna.
2.
Consider the price. Many viewers prefer the wall display
monitor that either plasma or LCD offers. But, these are usually
most expensive of the high definition sets, especially the
ones that are sized between 40 to 70 inches. Lower on the cost
spectrum, but equally good, are the LCD displays that are sized
at 42 inches and under. Larger HDTV sets can cost into the
thousands. Smaller sized sets are hitting the market and as
the demand goes up, the prices are beginning to come down.
3.
Think about the size of the television in comparison to
the size of the viewing area before making a purchase. Check
to see how far the TV set will be to where the viewers will
sit. There are ideal distances to see the picture resolution.
For example, for optimal viewing, a high definition wide-screen
that measures 50 inches should be viewed at about 117 inches,
or just less than ten feet from the screen.
4.
Consider a wide-screen if you are setting up a home movie
theater. HDTV wide-screen televisions are becoming popular
choices for consumers wanting a movie theater-style viewing
experience at home. Imagine sitting in a home theater with
a large, clear screen and surround sound. With HDTV wide-screen
TV, it is possible. There are several benefits of HDTV wide-screen,
making it a top choice for movie lovers. HDVT wide-screen sets
enable movies to be seen as the filmmaker intended them. It
appears as it does in the theater and the viewers see every
bit of the movie that is intended. With wide-screen, the TV
screen cuts off no part of the image, either at the top or
the bottom. Wide-screen shows the colors and lighting correctly.
The viewing ratio is not distorted as it often is in a regular
television screen.
5.
Think about what other options and features you will need
when purchasing a new television. Check the warranty. Most
high definition sets come with a one-year warranty, which is
good. Also, take into consideration the cost of extended warranties
that most electronic stores offer. These sets can be a major
purchase. A standard plasma television should last around seven
years. An extended warranty is usually good between three and
four years. An extended warranty may be a good purchase. Something
else to consider before spending a lot of money on a new HDTV
set is how long the technology will last. With the technology
changing quickly and offering better performance in TVs, spending
thousands of dollars for a TV that may last only seven years,
might not be wise. As the popularity rises, the prices will
come down on HDTV sets making them more available to the general
public.
Look at the other features that the television comes with
such as picture in picture features and the remote control.
The remote control may seem trivial, but you will be using
it a lot. Make sure it feels good in your hand and that the
buttons are laid out logically. If you need buttons with a
backlight, check to see if the one you are looking at comes
with that feature. Also, if you use the picture-in –picture
feature, check to see that it can be used with HDTV broadcasts.
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