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Five Things to look for in a new HDTV Compatible Set
from: George PhillipsHigh 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.
Important Notice Concerning DTV and HDTV: Although many TV systems have already complied with earlier rulings for changing all transmission to digital TV, there still is doubt as to when overall compliance will be reached. Earlier it was scheduled for late 2006, but it is doubtful if this happens.
George Phillips is the webmaster of Better Home Living Guide and the
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