What To Consider When Buying A HD TV
Topics: HD TV, HD TV sets, High Definition TV
With the onset of HD TV it is unsurprising that so many people are deciding to make the investment to enhance their viewing pleasure. With so many models of TV on the market however the choice is practically impossible when it comes down to the type of HD display, the screen size and of course the budget. Hopefully the following article will act as a buyer’s guide, providing essential information to the consumer on which TV sets to opt for. Once you have decided to buy a new HD television the most startling choice is between plasma and LCD varieties. Naturally each have various benefits and downsides and hence careful consideration is a vital component in any decision making process.
Plasma television sets are flat screened and produce colours in a way that is natural and vibrant. They give the viewer awesome detail from nearly all distances and viewing angles. This is due to the fact that plasma televisions have pixels that are lit simultaneously, unlike regular TVs that rely upon the image to be scanned across the screen; the result is that the image is that much more sharp and bright. As plasma HD sets are so thin it means installation options are varied, wall mounting is the en vogue method of installation although stands are just as common. As plasma screens do not utilise electron beams they are not affected by magnetic fields and subsequently, speakers can be placed extremely close to the screen without the image being influenced.
The other major form of HD TV on the market today is the LCD or Liquid Crystal Display television. Fundamentally these screens are made up of millions of pixels that adapt the amount of light being let through to create an image. It is only through the use of colour filters after the image has been created that colour is added. As a result of the backlit method of producing the image, the screen is not affected by shadows or bright sunlight. LCD televisions are light and portable with screen sizes ranging from around thirteen to fifty inches. An added benefit of LCD is that as no static is used in the production of the image, dust is not attracted to the screen meaning less cleaning is required.
In terms of a comparison between the two there is no clear winner. Plasma screens are available in larger sizes although unlike LCDs are susceptible to static image burn. Additionally LCD screens have a cooler running temperature and are generally brighter. Viewing however is regarded by many to be better with plasmas, they are more adept at tracking moving images whilst also have a better contrast ratio and range of deep blacks. For those considering the HD switch the choice between the two is hard to make, it all depends exactly how you want the television to perform.
Screen size is dependent upon the size of the room the TV set is to be placed in. Typically users sit between three and six metres from the television although the larger the screen the further the user has to sit from it. The benefit of HD is that the user can sit closer, for a more immersive viewing experience, whether this is a Blu Ray movie or HD signals. Ultimately however screen size depends upon the budget at your disposal, usually the larger the screen, the more the set will cost; so before buying a television set, study your budget carefully.
Hopefully this information has cleared up the differences between LCD and plasma televisions and the importance of screen size and budget when involved in the buying process. Ultimately the choice is yours, although studying your own viewing habits, the size of your room and the budget at your disposal will lead to the most sensible purchase.
Technology expert Thomas Pretty provides consumer advice on how to choose the perfect HD TV sets for any room in the house. To find out more please visit www.sony.co.uk
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