Sabtu, 05 Oktober 2013

What would you consider is the starting size of a large LCD HDTV?

Q. What would you consider is the average size of a decent LCD HDTV. Im not worried about the size of my room or whatever....etc. I want to buy an LCD HDTV that is just a little larger than normal. So......what would you consider is the starting screen size of a "larger than average" LCD HDTV? The guys at Best Buy recommended a 42in.......what do you think? Do you think a 42+ inches is the starting size of a "larger" TV size?

A. i know people who have 37" and it suits them just fine for an upgrade. My family just got a 42" but we've been putting off getting one for over 3 years...and probably won't upgrade for another 5 years at least.


whats the most exspensive thing in your house and how much did it cost?
Q. just woundering! mine would be my 37 in lcd hdtv! cost $1300.00 plus tax! and dont say your car!

A. Mine would be my 50 inch plasma screen TV costing at about 6000-7000$





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Will the release of oled and 4k drop the price of regular tvs?

Q. hello, i was wondering if anyone in the tv sales or home theatre communities thought that with the release of oled (organic light emiting diode) or 4k resolution tvs sometime in 2013, that the price of tvs that aren't oled or 4k will drop much like standard definition tvs dropped in price when high def came out? In case your wondering im looking at the price of a Panasonic Viera Tcp50st30. THANK YOU

A. Yes the prices will go down, but not all of a sudden. Like all other electronics, the prices are constantly going down. Even when HDTVs came out, the prices on standard television didn't dropped overnight. Also, OLEDs TVs and 4k TVs are still a novelty, with only very pricey model are available to the general public. It will take 2-3 years to become mainstream and to challenge the plasma/lcd/led prices.

This is especially true if you want to buy a very specific model, like your case. If you are willing to wait that model would be when the new models will come out (so the stores need to sell their old stock). This is usually in the February-April time frame.


I would like to buy a 42-47 inches 3D tv?
Q. I don't know much about led, LCD or plasma. I just want have great 3d experience and it should have good picture quality. Can anyone suggest which tv should I buy?

Or should I wait till 2013 to buy one..?
P.s. I don't care about Internet and other fancy stuff

A. 3D technology has not been a big hit in the electronic industry. At this time there are only around 130 titles available in 3D blu ray disc movies and they are mainly animated movies from disney. Keep in mind that to watch in 3D you will need the following: 3D HDTV, 3D blu ray disc player ot a game console, 3D blu ray disc movie or 3D video game and 3D glasses. You also have to sit in front of the tv to get the 3D effect. Go online to Home Theater Magazine and read the reviews on 3D HDTV, along with the pro and con of each technology. Panasonic Plasma is the only Plasma tv they recommend. They also have more pllasma tv being recommended than any type of tv from other manufacturer. Hope this will help you out.





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What all does a 2 year service plan warranty cover on a TV?

Q. I bought a 42" Vizio LCD 1080P HDTV brand new about a year and a half ago at WalMart. It was working fine until it fell over because my landlord hasn't fixed the damn crooked floors. From the looks of it, the screen and the LCD are broke. I purchased the 2 year service plan with it but I lost the receipt. Is there anything at all that I can do or am I just SOL?????

A. Physical damage is not covered under warranty any where in the world.

Ask your landlord for compensation. The amount you would pay to replace the 42" screen component you will get a brand new TV at a price lower than that.


What time should I go and Emerson or Westinghouse?
Q. Hi, I am planning on going out on Black Friday to pick up a new flat screen LCD HDTV and there are two brands, Emerson and Westinghouse. They are both the same class and size and just about the same price each. Which brand do you prefer? Also, what time should I arrive to have a chance of getting one of the TVs? The TVs are at different stores and they both open at 5am. Walmart has the Emerson and Target has the Westinghouse. Any advice or thoughts on this?

A. I would go as early as possible im thinking of going and im showing up at around 1 2 in the morning and as far as the tv goes I owned an emerson and it served me very well I don't really know anything about westinghouse.





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What is the Samsung Touch of Color on the LCD TVs?

Q. I have the Samsung LN55C630 Series 6 55" Class ToC LCD 1080P HDTV but I don't notice the touch of color working. I read on a forum that it needs more light to work so I turned on more light but I still don't see it. Does it work only with sunlight reflections and is the Touch of Color a actual light or LED or just a special built in reflector?

A. "Touch of Color" just means that the TV has a reddish tinge on the unit. It is not a back-light, it is simply the color of the unit. And the red part is only about a quarter inch thick at the bottom of the unit just under the screen.

You will only notice it if light it directly on it, to see it just point a flashlight directly at the bottom of the unit. Take a look at this Tv http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31mvqA0KEUL.jpg It's a different model but its the same idea, there is a reddish tinge of color at the bottom of the unit.


best 52 or 55 inch tv for sports in regular definition?
Q. I have a 42 inch LG lcd tv and sports that arent in HD especially hockey look terrible.I am looking for the a 52 or 55 inch that doesnt look terrible when watching sports in regular def.Im not sure if LCD or LED-LCD is better.

A. LED will provide you better picture quality than LCD, deeper black.
Good brand and model that I would recommend is Samsung UN55C6500 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FTVs-Televisions-Audio-Video%2Fb%3Fie%3DUTF8%26node%3D979929011%26ref_%3Dsv_e_3&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

or another good choice if you want for sport, not for gaming is Plasma. Plasma will provide you faster response, smoother motion which good for action sports. Panasonic or Samsung are good brand to get.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FTVs-Televisions-Audio-Video%2Fb%3Fie%3DUTF8%26node%3D979929011%26ref_%3Dsv_e_3&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957





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What to get, Plasma or LCD?

Q. Not sure what to purchase, new 3D Plasma HDTV or a 3D LED LCD HDTV?

A. Whether to get a plasma or led based lcd depends on your picture quality demands, budget, power requirements and design requirements.

Picture Quality: Plasma generates a picture by lighting a phosphor, where lcd's filter white light with a membrane. This gives plasma the edge in picture quality because the pixels generate the colors themselves. Also 3d is best on a plasma, since 3d cuts refresh rate by 50%.

LCD's often suffer from flash-lighting or clouding and make blacks look washed out. This is most noticeable on edge lit lcd's where the lights are in the corner of the screen. If you prefer LED for it's brightness and crispness you should definitely try to go for a local dimming LED tv. These tv's put the leds at the back of the screen and are able to shut off or dim in parts of the screen that are darker. These are a bit more expensive because they have 1300 leds opposed to 400 on edge lit tv's, but LG offers nice tv's that are based on local dimming that are affordable.

Viewing angle is best on plasma, edge lit led has horrible viewing angles, local dimming led's are better ( definitely with IPS panels ) but plasma wins here.

With regards to motion handling, plasma is still the best. LCD's got better and offer different Hz's to make the picture look smoother. (usually 120 or 240hz, higher uses a scanning backlight) Plasma uses a 600hz subfield drive system.

Plasmacells generate better colors in my opinion, but since they aren't able to completely shut off they will still leave a bit of a glow. Blacks are generally better than on lcd tv's, but there are local dimming sets that are actually beating plasma's now in terms of black level(~0.02ftl opposed to ~0.04ftl on newest plasma's). Plasma's are always better in shadow detail though because they offer per pixel control, where as a local dimming led has to cut the screen in small zones creating some spillover of light.

Budget: Plasma's offer more bang for the buck than led tv's, definately with regards to local dimming. A good 50" plasma tv is 1000-1500 dollars. A local dimming set is 1500-2000$. Edge lit lcd's generally suck. (Except samsung's top line with micro dimming plus) In the lower price segment you have more options with LED sets than in plasma, and cheap plasma's are often only 720p sets (1024x768 or 1366x768 resolution).

Power: Led tv's consume less power. Edge lit tv's use the least power.(around 100W) Then local dimming.(100-150W) Then plasma(250W average, a plasma uses less power on a dark screen). A plasma will cost you 30$ a year more on power on average.

Design: LED tv's generally look thinner and have better design. Plasma's got better though, and Samsung has introduced plasma's with an inch thinner bezel now for 2011.



I hope with this information you can make the right choice for you. If picture quality is the most important I personally prefer plasma but local dimming led's are also very good and some people prefer them. If powerconsumption or design is leading LED is the way to go. 2 recommended sets coming out around april: LG's LW7700 series for led based lcd or the Samsung D6500 plasma. They are both 3d enabled sets with active shutter glasses.


What kind of tv should I get?
Q. I'm a 19 year old college student. I'm thinking about getting this plasma
Samsung - 42" Class / 720p / 600Hz / Plasma HDTV for my dorm. But the only problem is I have heard some horror stories of burning images on plasma tv screens. Thing is, I heard this stuff growing up as a kid in the 90's. It's almost 2011, not to jump to conclusion but is this still an issue for me to worry about? And also Samsung is selling a 42 inch plasma with 720p for $500, and they're selling the the 50 inch with 1080p for $850! Is it actually worth it, like can you tell the difference? Can I find any of this stuff new with better prices, or should I wait until Black Friday?

A. i used to work for Circuit City and we had vendors from all the manufacturers come in to do classes about all the tvs and technologies and from all the classes i can tell you a plasma isnt going to burn out anytime soon. however if your a BIG gamer i would not recommend a plasma. but any of the flat screens whether its lcd,led or plasma if you leave a still(paused) image on the screen for long periods of time constantly the image will become embedded and the pic will start to burn out. so if you dont plan on any of that or are not a huge gamer, for that price i would definately go with the plasma. if your going to spend the $500 on a plasma though, i just bought from walmart a vizio from walmart and it was $550 1080p 42inch. BEAUTIFUL TV!! http://www.walmart.com/ip/Vizio-E420VO/13904834





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What is the average lifespan of an LED TV viewed under the following settings?

Q. I watch a ton of Blu-Rays, HD cable and video games kn mh Samsung 46" LED TV. It is now over a year old. I run it about 4-5 hours a day, backlight set to 7, brightness at 40, contrast at 100, dark levels at darkest. These settings look outstanding with what I watch and play.
Based on these settings, what would the approx. lifespan of my TV be?

A. Most tv in the market today are rated at 60,000 to 100,000 hours before they go half it's brightness. This also depends on the brand that you get. Any bargain price tv are not very reliable. Go online to Home Theater Magazine and read the reviews on tvs along with the pro and con of each technology. You will notice that Panasonic dominates the list with a Plasma tv. In November issue of the magazine it named the Panasonic Plasma tv model VT25 as the best tv for 2010. If you read yahoo questions, you will notice that 95% of tv problems comes from LCD tv and 95% of those are the bargain price tv. Keep in mind, you get what you pay for. I still have my first Pioneer Plasma tv model 4330 purchased in 2002 and have had no problems (purchase price was $6,400). Hope this will help you out.


What is better DLP Projector or LCD TV or Plasma?
Q. I want something big and i mostly play in dark or almost dark. What are the pros and cons of them and which is better for gaming, movies, and tv. But mostly gaming. Thanks!

A. Projector are more expensive and the lamps are only rated for 2,000 hours of use, while LCD and Plasma are 60,000 to 100,000 hours. Keep in mind that you also need a video screen for a projector and it can only project a picture and no audio or tv tuner to watch tv. LCD on the other hand have a problem with blur motion when watching fast action sports of playing video games. The faster refresh rate of 120HZ or the 240HZ will bring the price of the tv higher. Depending on the size you are looking to get. LCD can go up to 60" while the Plasma at 65" and projectors up to 130" (depending on the projector). Plasma is still the better buy and you won't have to worry about the blur motion. Recommend you go online to Home Theater Magazine and read the reviews on tvs, along with the pro and con of each technology. You will notice that Panasonic dominates the list with the Plasma tv. In November issue of the magazine it named the Panasonic Plasma tv model VT25 as the best tv for 2010. If you read yahoo questions, you will notice that 95% of tv problems comes from LCD tv and 95% of those are the bargain price tv. Keep in mind, you get what you pay for. Hope this will help you out.





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I am looking to get a new tv ad I need help?

Q. I'd like to buy a 32 inch tv. New flat panel tv. I'm not sure if I should get an Led LCD, a LCD, or a plasma. I'm not sure which is bed for me I play alot of video games and watch tv. Also what brands of tv's are good? Please help

A. I friend just got the Vizio E321MV which is the new 2011 model from Vizio which is a Taiwan USA based company manufacturing televisions the the USA in fact in 2010 Vizio sold more televisions in the USA than any other model and because they are made in the US they are very inexpensive compared to some of th big named Brands.

You would of thought since its a no so well named brand the quality might be crap but the reviews are 4-5 Stars and thats why my friend bought it plus it was a LOT cheaper for the same size with a better known brand.

I have seen it and its pretty impressive for the money and I think he paid around $400


I want to know by Feb. 17, 2009 will my tv still work.?
Q. I have this kind of tv Sony FDL-250T Watchman Portable Color LCD TV, Silver.

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-FDL-250T-Watchman-Portable-Silver/dp/B00005I9QP

A. Most likely not in the U.S. That model has been around for many years and probably does not have the ATSC tuner that will be necessary after Feb. 17th.

That's only a guess from looking at the specs I could find on-line, but the fact that it has reviews dated in 2001 makes me think it's not going to survive the digital transition.

It would be usable in Canada, since they're not doing the digital conversion until August 2011.





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Jumat, 04 Oktober 2013

What's the difference between an LCD and an LED HDTV?

Q. I'm looking to purchase an HDTV and was wondering the difference between the two types. Is it worth is to spend the extra money for LED? How much better is the performance of an LED?

A. LED and LCD HDTVs are actually both LCD. The only difference is when the HDTV says it's LED, it's actually referring to the type of backlighting. LEDs use light emitting diodes which turn on and off extremely fast. This helps to make dynamic contrast possible (black scenes are darker, white scenes are brighter). LCDs use fluorescent tubes that are not so fast. Performance wise, picture quality varies greatly between manufacturers in regards to both technology. Before making a purchase, do your homework and read up on specs and reviews on websites like http://www.cnet.com and http://www.specsandreviews.com


How do I choose the right LCD TV?
Q. I am planning to buy a 32" or 37" LCD TV (HDTV), but I am not sure about the best specs. Do you have any brand preferences?
I would like to use the TV occasionally to play games, like with pS2 and XBOX 360/

A. If you're going to be playing video games on it, I don't recommend getting a LCD TV. LCD TV's still aren't quite as good as .. well, anything else in terms of refresh rates. Refresh rates matter anytime fast movements take place (such as video games). The higher the refresh rate, the higher the chance of blurring. Many people don't notice it, but unfortunately I'm not one of those people and it bugs the heck out of me. I was in China/Japan/Taiwan last month and I've seen the latest models of televisions. LCD has certainly come a long way, but it's still not as good as plasma tv's were two years ago. The higher end LCD TVs that don't have as much of a blurring issue but is also as expensive as a car. LCD has it's pluses, higher resolution for example ... but I personally think it stinks for gaming. That's my opinion of course, so I urge you to check out sports on a LCD TV and see if the blurring bothers you.

Here are some websites to help you out.

http://www.cnet.com.au/tvs/0,239035250,240036500,00.htm
"Plasma pundits will also tell you that some LCD screens have a tendency to blur images, particularly during fast moving scenes in movies or in sports. While that was true for older generation LCD screens, newer models have improved significantly - so much so that the differences in performance between LCDs and plasmas in this regard is almost negligible (here's a tip -- if you're shopping for LCDs, check the refresh rate. The lower it is, the better the image quality in fast moving scenes)."

http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv-plasmavslcd.shtml
"While the "response time" of LCD TVs has markedly improved in the last couple of years, they still suffer from a slight "trailer" effect, where the individual pixels are just slightly out of step with the image on the screen. During fast moving sports scenes, the most discerning eyes can detect this slight motion response lag."

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The other answerer was commenting on how the life of a plasma TV is poor. That's simply not true anymore. Do your own research on that matter, this hasn't been an issue for quite some time now. Don't believe what he says about being an idiot for buying a plasma. People who say that can't see the difference in image quality, perhaps their attention to detail is lacking .. who knows. He has very strong opinions towards plasma tvs and hybrid cars, those are exactly the wrong people to listen to. Keep an open mind. For the record, I have a HDTV CRT, Plasma TV, and three LCD TVs (all larger than 32'') .. they all have their purpose. The LCD TVs are great for connecting to computers, they have high resolutions. For watching TV, nothing beats CRT and Plasma... yet.

http://www.plasmatvbuyingguide.com/plasmatv/plasmatv-lifespan.html





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Which LCD tv has smart sound so the commercials don't blast you out of the room?

Q. I know Magnavox used to have it but I am not reading good reviews on them now. I know my new Sony and Sharp does not have it. I am interested in a 46 or 50 inch tv.

A. Sony...Samsung...Sharp or Magnavox. They ALL work the same.
Very Very Slowly....

So your commmercials will still blast you out of the room...and when the Smart sound feature actually kicks in AND you go back to your regular program, your program loudness will be weak for about 30 seconds...

The Circuit is nothing more than an Automatic Gain Control circuit, used for the last 40 years in TV sets for tuning...they can't make it any faster because it LOOKS at the average overall loudness of the sound signal....


How long is the power cord for the Toshiba REGZA Cinema Series 42XV545U HDTV?
Q. I want to see what options I will have for placement.

A. Although this is a brand new LCD without many if any specific public reviews, I went for the Toshiba for a number of reasons including perceived product reliability, feature set and value for money. I actively compared the Sony 40Z4100 and Samsung LNT750 which have both been on the market for several months, are highly rated to the Toshiba 46 (not 42) inch Regza XV545U. At the end of the day the Toshiba had it all even though I read some comments about lower contrast on other models I can tell you that I perceive no real issues even though the unit is installed in a very dark room. I have not calibrated the set but DVDs look great in cinema mode, even VCR tapes are acceptable. The SRT seems to be a real bonus and I will NOT buy a Blu-Ray player as a result. Set-up was extremely easy and I was able to do it all by my lonesome, essentially plug and play into a full A/V system, the remote is programmable for all my gizmos from a B&K AVR through Sony DvD and SAT box. You get the added bennies of 5:5 pull down and 120 hz. DVDs really look goood with no judder that I could tell. One gripe: the remote does not have an illumination button which would be nice in a dark environment. I ruled out the Sony because of some bad personal Sony product experiences including TVs. Although I always liked what I consider a very natural Sony picture image I've read about some backlighting and clouding issues on the LCDs and you pay the Sony premium price. As for the Samsung, I did not want a glossy screen due to too much glare and what i can only say are horror stories I read about customer service same with Sony (hopefully not with Toshiba).

I got the set from JandR. They were very accomodating and very communicative throughout the order process. They delayed my shipment at my request and held as well as improved the price up to the time of shipment. The box shipped UPS and arrived without damage on the day promised with some added packaging inside. I would definitely buy again from them.





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So if I go with a 46 LCD HDTV 1080p what brands and models are some of the best to go with?

Q. I'm just wondering if anyone else has an opinion about what the best options are for 46 LCD HDTV 1080p flat screens. I'm debating between a Samsung or Sharp but I'm not too familiar with what to look for. Anyone have some advice?

A. Honestly the best thing to do is to look at reviews online and specifications from review sites. There are two models you should consider for the Samsung and Sharp 46 LCD HDTV 1080p. Take a look at the Samsung LN46C630 and the Sharp Quattron LE821E or Aquos. Take a look at the following site which is solid for consumer reviews on http://46lcdhdtv1080p-userreviews.com . Hopefully this helps out with your question, good luck.


How can you replace a broken LCD screen in a Sylvania LC427SSX 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV?
Q. My sister in law left a broken Sylvania LC427SSX 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV. I looked online but I can't seem to find any place where I can find just the screen for replacement. Does anyone know where I can buy just the screen or how to fix it?

A. you need SKILLS and tools to replace the LCD DISPLAY PANEL.
However , if you known the PARTS COST , you will never want to replace it, and buy an new TV for sure.
New LCD display panel cost about 65 % of same screen size of new TV. + shipping and services charge to replace the panel . total is around 80 + % of new LCD TV.
will you still want to buy the display panel ?
Sylvania is handle by Funai same as Philips Brand TV sold in USA. the 42 inc display panel is made by Taiwan Che-Mei. if you comfortable with the prices. contact Funai USA.
http://funai.us/contact/index.html
TEL 886 321 3927.





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What is the best LED television for people on a budget?

Q. I am moving in with my best friend who only has an old, 42 inch television. We are looking for a flat screen tv, preferably LED, must be in the forty inch range and have 1080 resolution. I have found a few tvs like this in the four hundred dollar range, but I know nothing about tvs. What is the best tv fitting these parameters in the four hundred dollar range?

A. LG 42LV3500 42-Inch 1080p 60 Hz LED HDTV is replacing my LG 37 in LCD television, my 37 inch was working perfectly but decided to up grade to full HD and the LED model, I have to say the picture color and clarity is stunning to me, minor adjustments were to make the auto picture dimming set to medium, and the usual detailing of the picture but I have all my components linked up via HDMI and I am really impressed, one feature I like is the live scan, with this turned on you can operate the television or the blue ray and the TV knows how and what to change to and back to automatically, pretty cool feature In my estimation you can not go wrong with LG its kind of a thing of either you like there products or not, I have several appliances that are LG and have never had an issue with anything, I am expecting many years of fine television viewing.


What is the best HDTV on the market today?
Q. I'm looking to buy a new tv and i was wanting to know best brand, best type (LCD, Plasma, LED, etc..) and best value.
I am also look for something under $2000.
And what all do I need to look for when buying?

A. Well i don't know what size you're looking for so i'm going to assume you're looking for sizes 42" or larger?!

What you should be looking for is a TV with high native contrast ratios and fast response times and/or refresh rates. These categories insure the best picture quality. Plasma TV's have the best numbers in all of these categories! They have the highest native contrast ratio(40,000:1) with Infinite dynamic black levels or Infinite dynamic contrast ratio! They have near instant response time(.001ms) and super fast refresh rates(600hz)! This insures that they maintain the sharpest pic possible with fast motion content like sports, movies & gaming!

The best brands of Plasma are: Pioneer, Panasonic & Samsung. Stay away from anything else! Pioneers are the best of the best but expensive! Panasonic's are just as good as Pioneers, but much more affordable. Samsung's come close to Panasonics, but lack their reliability(but not by much)!

Here are some TV's that i highly recommend:
Panasonic TC-P54S1 1080p 54": http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9280164&type=product&id=1218073533060
Panasonic TC-P50S1 1080p 50": http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9236294&type=product&id=1218064394819
Panasonic TC-P46S1 1080p 46": http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9317269&type=product&id=1218084030037
Panasonic TC-P42S1 1080p 42": http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9317287&type=product&id=1218084032650
Panasonic TC-P50G10 1080p 50": http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9236338&type=product&id=1218064404632





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What's the difference between Plasma and LCD?

Q. I'm purchasing a 52" television and i'm wondering what the difference is between a Plasma and and LCD HDTV. How is the picture? The LCD's are more expensive.

A. plasma is used when there is alot of LIGHT in the room. LCD in less light to no light rooms. LCD has a bulb to be easly replaced .Plasma no bulb. LCD Weighs less beacuse it does not need a thick peice of glass. You could go BIGGER for the same price with a DLP lcd for the price of a 50inch you get a 62-65 inch. Choose what you want by the Light in the room. buy a 1080P not i and a nice blueray player to get the best quality movie pic out.


What is the difference between Plasma and Lcd tv? Which has the clearer, crisp picture? ?
Q. I am totally confused! I thought that the LCD was supposed to be the clearer one but my son bought a plasma at the same time that I bought a LCD and his picture is much more clear than mine(he has subscribed to HD cable I've yet to sign up) Is it the HD cable that makes the difference? I would really like to know the difference between the two sets.

A. Plasma vs LCD

The ADVANTAGES of Plasma over LCD are:

1. Larger screen size availability.

2. Better contrast ratio and ability to render deeper blacks.

3. Better color accuracy and saturation.

4. Better motion tracking (little or no motion lag in fast moving images).

The DISADVANTAGES of Plasma vs LCD include:

1. Plasma TVs are more susceptible to burn-in of static images.

2. Plasma TVs generate more heat than LCDs, due to the need to light of phosphors to create the images.

3. Does not perform as well at higher altitudes.

4. Shorter display life span - this used to be the case. Early Plasmas had 30,000 hours or 8 hrs of viewing a day for 9 years, which was less than LCD. However, screen life span has now improved and 60,000 hour life span rating are now common, with some sets rated as high as 100,000 hours, due to technology improvements.

LCD television ADVANTAGES over Plasma include:

1. No burn-in of static images.

2. Cooler running temperature.

3. No high altitude use issues.

4. Increased image brightness over Plasma.

5. Lighter weight (when comparing same screen sizes) than Plasma counterparts.

6. Longer display life used to be a factor, but now LCD and Plasma sets both have at least 60,000 hour or higher lifespans.

DISADVANTAGES of LCD vs Plasma televisions include:

1. Lower contrast ratio, not as good rendering deep blacks.

2. Not as good at tracking motion (fast moving objects may exhibit lag artifacts) - However, this is improving with the recent implementation of 120Hz screen refresh rates in higher-end LCD sets.

3. Not as common in large screen sizes above 42-inches as Plasma. However, the number is growing fast, with 46 and 47-inch screen sizes becoming more common, and some LCD sets having a screen size as large as 65-inches now available to the general public.

4. Although LCD televisions do not suffer from burn-in susceptibility, it is possible that individual pixels on an LCD televisions can burn out, causing small, visible, black or white dots to appear on the screen. Individual pixels cannot be repaired, the whole screen would need to be replaced at that point, if the individual pixel burnout becomes annoying to you.

5. LCD televisions are typically more expensive than equivalent-sized Plasma televisions (although this is changing), especially when comparing EDTV Plasmas to HDTV-LCD Televisions.





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Which small LCD HDTV should I buy to use as both a TV and a PC monitor?

Q. I'm looking for a small (23-26") LCD HDTV to use as both a TV and a computer monitor. It should work pretty well for both purposes and switch between them fairly easily.

A. Philips 20TA2800 with HDMI input and VGA input


What is the difference between a LCD-HDTV with 720p and 1080p?
Q. What is the difference between a Vizio LCD-HDTV with 720p and 1080p? I'm considering buying the 32 in with the 720p.

A. You'd have to sit 6 feet or less from your 32" TV to see the difference between 720 and 1080 in terms of resolution. See the following chart...

http://s3.carltonbale.com/resolution_chart.html





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Kamis, 03 Oktober 2013

is the dynex 40inch 1080p 60hz going to last me a few years?

Q. I know that Lcd Hdtvs only last 3-5 years. I also know Dynex brand isnt the best. Can anyone tell me how long theres lasted or any detail about the dynex brand?

A. Why would you want a tv that cost say $600 and only last 3-5 years when you can pay a bit more ($700) and have it last you for 8-10 years. If you read yahoo questions, you will notice that 95% of tv problems comes from LCD tv and 95% of those are the bargain price tv. Keep in mind, you get what you pay for. My first flat screen tv is a Sony 34" (first HD in the market and cost me $6,400 and only lasted 2 years) while my first plasma purchased in 2002 is still running today (Pioneer 43" model 4330). Hope this will help you out.


What is the highest resolution you can get for a lcd or led tv?
Q. im in the market for a hdtv either lcd or led 1080 but just curious what the highest resolution is going right now?

A. You can find the highest resolution for a lcd or led tv at here: http://www.buycheapnow.co.uk/cheap-lcd-tv/home





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When i watch tv from below the screen looks black?

Q. I have a memorex 19 inch plasma not lcd. If i watch tv straight it looks fine but when I watch from below there is a lot of dark areas. Do I go to the settings and fix it? Should i buy a new lcd? My parents also have a Vizio 26 inch lcd hdtv and also looks black from below what should I do? How do I know when a tv doesnt have dark areas, what is it called?

A. Because you have an LCD, and NOT a plasma. First of all, Memorex does not make, nor have they ever made, plasma TVs. Second, plasmas have wide viewing angles like the flat-screen variants of their CRT cousins, so there's no contrast fade from watching off-axis. Third, no plasmas were sold for the consumer market smaller than 32", and nowadays they only come in 42" and up.
LCDs tend to have narrow viewing angles, especially vertically. Meaning that when you look at it from way off to the side or particularly from below, the colors may not appear correctly, and the contrast will be awful to say the least, to the point of being unwatchable.
Possible solutions:
1. Watch the TV directly facing it; sit/stand right in front of it at about eye level.
2. Re-position the TV.
3. Buy a plasma TV.
4. Use a CRT TV.


What are best picture settings for my Vizio E421VO LCD HDTV?
Q. i've messed around with the settings, but i still cannot get the HD tv and the Blu-Ray to look that good... also, i cannot seem to unlock the Backlight on any of the picture settings.. any help would be appreciated :)

A. on picture menu...brightness contrast color 70 per 100...sharpness middle.





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what is the difference between all the new tvs?

Q. there are so many new tvs. There is plasma, lcd, hdtv and other anacronyms. I am about to be in the market for a new tv and I need all of this explained simply and easily. Is there a web site that can break all that down for me?

A. cnet.com has reviews and some good explanations

bestbuy.com also explains the pros and cons of all the technologies


Which LCD HDTV is the best on the market?
Q. I'm looking to purchase my first LCD HDTV but I don't know which one to get so my question is which brand is best? I thought Panasonic but I'm not sure.

A. Samsung is the best one for LCD TV.





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What is the best TV i can get for 300-600 dollars?

Q. I would like some specs and a few reasons why its the best.

A. This is about the best value you'll receive under $600.00.

LG is now the leading distributor of TV sets in America. They are sold through many retail stores including Wal-Mart and Sam's Warehouse.

This company will ship for free.
http://www.buy.com/prod/lg-32lg70-32-widescreen-1080p-lcd-hdtv-15000-1-dynamic-contrast-ratio/q/loc/111/210399832.html?dcaid=15890


Which 32" TV should I get for my college dorm?
Q. I'm looking for something that is in the 500 range. I don't want to go over 600. I have been looking a lot online, but wanted to see if someone has a good recommendation. Were going to be using it for DVDs, Video Games, and maybe hooking up my laptop.

Any suggestions?

A. I would suggest Samsung LN32B460 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV.Great picture.3 HDMI, 2 Components & PC input
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001U3Y8MW?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001U3Y8MW

or for under $500 Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV is a good choice.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dlcd%2520tv%252032%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Delectronics&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957





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Rabu, 02 Oktober 2013

Putting a home entertainment system in my basement - what should I use for a TV?

Q. I was planning on buying a 50 inch LCD, but have been hearing that the projectors are catching on. I would imagine it would be a larger image, but don't think it lasts as long. What are the advantages/disadvantages?

A. Personally I'd go with a projector if you have the room for a large screen and flanking speakers ... it will give the most immersive, cinema-like experience (particularly for more than 2 people)

The disadvantage -- as you already noted -- is that lamps typically last 3000 hrs (3-4 years at 2-3 hrs/day) and cost ~$350 to replace. In addition, most projectors need to have air filters checked and cleaned every few months (a 5 minute job).

My wife and I have a HT setup (HD satellite and HD DVD and DVD program sources) with a 110" screen (home made for <$100), 7.1 sound system, and a back-wall mounted projector ... and we wouldn't go back to a small (e.g. 40-60") screen willingly. We like to invite neighbours and friends to come for "dinner and a movie" ... and the home theatre setup enhances the experience immensely. We wouldn't do it if we had an LCD or plasma TV. That said, we have a 32" HDTV in a smaller room that we use for routine TV watching.

But to answer your question re pros and cons ...

Let's set the scene first. Assume a 50" LCD vs a 100" projection setup. Ideal viewing location will be about 7-8' from the LCD and 13-15' from the projection screen. The image will be, perceptually, equivalent (since it subtends the same visual angle). But, most people will sit further from a 50 LCD than ideal (simply to allow more than 2 p[eople to get into the "sweet spot" in front of the screen, rather than off at an angle), so in reality the picture seems bigger for the projector watcher. See viewing distance calulator (2nd link).

Prices for an HT projector: from <$1000 for 720p models and from $3000 for 1080p models (2 years ago this would have been $10K+). See Projector Central's "highly Rated" list (1st link).

A projection setup has more parts than an LCD -- projector and separate screen. Screens can cost more than $3000, but a reasonable screen can be purchased for $500 - $700, or you can make one from Blackout Cloth on a wood frame or paint your own on drywall for <$100. See AVS DIY Screen forum.

Projectors work best in dark rooms (think movie theatre), so light control is important. As with LCD panels competition from room lights or windows washes out the picture, but probably more on a projector screen than a smaller flat panel. This is not to say you can't watch a projector with the lights on, but unless you have a 2000+ lumen projector the picture will be significantly washed out.

Contrast ratio used to be inferior on projectors relative to flatpanel displays, but in the last year CR's of > 10,000 are increasingly common (but note this is compromised in anything but a dark room).

Multiple digital or component connections to projectors tend to be less common than on flatpanel displays (although a suite of composite, s-video, component and DVI or HDMI and VGA are normal), meaning you will probably do switching through an A/V receiver.

A projector throws the image from across the room (unless you have the capacity, and want to use the space to rear project from behind the screen), so sight lines must be kept clear. However, projectors are designed to be ceiling or shelf mounted so this does not have to limit seating. LCDs are easier to position and hide. On the other hand A/V equipment for a projection HT can be unobtrusively mounted at the back of the room and controlled by bouncing the remote signal off the screen.

Projectors turn out heat and have cooling fans that can be noticeable to a viewer sitting beside or under the projector, although recent HT designs have fans that are so quiet you would have to sit within a few feet to even notice them. LCDs are quieter.

So ... there are significant differences. Some can be considered advantages or disadvantages, but I'd suggest they are simply factors to consider. There are work arounds for most of the "disadvantages".

The bottom line to me -- since cost considerations are not major issues in my view -- is do you have the space and wish to view movies or HDTV in a close approximation of the movie theatre experience for 2-6+ people (minus the sticky floors, noisy strangers, and having to travel to the theatre and back), or do you prefer a big picture in a smaller, cosier setting for one or two viewers (or a small screen in a big room for more people) -- i.e. the LCD flatscreen.

I'd suggest you find a projector demo at a local high end A/V retailer and see what both types of diplays are like "live" before making a decision. Also read up on the subject at the links provided.


What kind of tv is better for watching tv and playing games?
Q. I'm looking to buy a tv soon, and I was wondering what kind is the best for watching tv and playing games.

Plasma
LED
LCD
DLP

Also when you specify what type, specify what brand you'd recommend.
Price = 1000 or less U.S. $
I was referring to DLP Tvs, not projectors.

A. LED would be best choice. They have great picture quality like plasma but less problem, no burn-in like LCD. For under $1000 I would recommend LG 42LE5400 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV with Internet Applications
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0039JBXSM?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0039JBXSM





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How do you clean a LCD television?

Q. We just purchased a Sony Bravia 40 inch LCD HDTV and I am unsure of how to clean the screen.

A. Go to RADIO SHACK, PURCHASE THE $20 Monster Screen Cleaner Kit.....PROTECTS THE PLASTIC, grabs dust with it's grabby little microfiber cloth.....What else do you want or need to use on a $700 Display that can be DAMAGED BY WINDEX, or any other cleaner......ever seen brittle plastic due to what's in our air?

That's why I chose to use this stuff for my Customer's TV sets....


Gaming and watching movies in High Defenition on the PS3?
Q. I have 40 inch 1080p LCD HDTV and the PS3 which is a Blu-ray playet as well....

Do I need the HDMI cables or am I already watching it on the highest quality already?

A. HDMI cables provide MORE DETAIL than any other cable...

The question is, do you play Blu-Ray DVDs a lot?

Because the GAMES for PS3 are MOSTLY 720....and not 1080, and that means it's LOW HD, not Hi HD.....





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does anyone know what the cheapest 40-50 inch plasma will be on Black Friday?

Q. And Where its gonna be. And how early i need to
be at the place to get it!!? i will wake up at whatever
hour and go there and stand in like for however long

A. The "Best" Deal: Look below and decide...


Compare:
1) Walmart's Deals
Polaroid 42" LCD 1080p HDTV - $598.00
Samsung 50" Plasma HDTV - $798.00

2) Circuit City's
Sony 40" 1080p LCD HDTV - $899.99
Samsung 42" 720p Plasma HDTV - $699.99
Element 37" 720p LCD HDTV - $499.99
Panasonic 42" 1080p VIERA Plasma HDTV - $899.9

3) Best Buy's
Dynex - 42" 720p Flat-Panel Plasma HDTV - $599.99
Samsung - 40" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV - $799.99
Samsung - 42" Class 720p Flat Panel Plasma HDTV - $699.99
Panasonic 50" Class TH-50PE8U 720p Plasma HDTV - $899.99 (<--Online Deal)
Mitsubishi - 60" 1080p DLP HDTV - $999.99

4) NewEgg (Online):
Corion Digital Lifestyles 42" 720p LCD HDTV - $499.99
Sharp AQUOS 46" 1080p LCD HDTV - $999.99


/////These offers may vary - depending on your location.

/////These are NOT the only offers, there are others, mostly with higher price tags though.


Whats the better deal on tvs?
Q. I'm looking for a small flat screen tv. I want a great picture and I want it to be cheap. I saw Best Buy has two black friday deals..
Option #1: Sharp 42" Class LCD 1080p HDTV..for $199....
Option #2: Dynex 24" Class LCD 1080p HDTV for $79.
Twenty four inches would be big enough for me, but does Dynex make good tv's? I also saw Walmart had several deals:
Option #3: Emerson 40" LCD tv..$248
Option #4: Samsung 32" LCD..$278
Option #5: Emerson 32": LCd..$188

As you can see.. I have too many options. Let me know which one I should get and why.

A. All the tvs you have looked at are the bargain price tv. They do not last long and would not recommend any of them. If you read yahoo questions, you will notice that 95% of tv problems comes from those bargain price tv. Keep in mind, you get what you pay for. Panasonic and Samsung are the top brand for reliability. Hope this will help you out.





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So here is the deal, I am planning on buying a 32inch lcd hdtv, my budget is between 4-6k. Any suggestinons?

Q. So here is the deal, I am planning on buying a 32inch lcd hdtv, my budget is between 4-6k. Any suggestinons??? I am sick of searching for reviewss help pleasee!!

A. You really only need $600 to $800 for 32" LCD, unless you mean something not $.


How much is a screen and LCD for a TV?
Q. I bought a 42" Vizio 1080P LCD HDTV for $750 about a year and a half ago with a 2 year service plan. The TV fell off the stand and broke the screen and LCD display. Apparently the damn 2 year service plan won't cover falls even though the employee told me it would. (If I would've known that I wouldn't have bought the service plan.) Anyway, I can't see anything on the screen except for the huge spots from the damaged LCD. I hear it's usually cheaper to buy a new TV than to fix them but I was just wondering how much it would cost anyway, just in case. (You never know until you ask!) Any information you guys can give would be very helpful.

A. Currently, you can get a Vizio'' 1080 LCD HDTV with 3D for as low as $523 at amazon. This is an extremely great deal for a TV with 3D technology as well as two 3D glasses also comes with it. This TV also has built in Wi-Fi. I personally think its better if you buy a new TV rather than fixing it as the repair cost might be able to get you even a newer version of the HDTV you are fixing.
I have provided the link below for you.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0088024V2/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0088024V2&linkCode=as2&tag=cheonlsto-20





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I am looking for a digital instant camera and i am wondering what is the best one to buy is?

Q. I need it for my wedding guest book and obviously do not need massive photos, but i would like reasonable quality and colour when it is printed instantly.

A. You can consider buying
1)Canon PowerShot SX20IS 12.1MP Digital Camera with 20x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.5-inch Articulating LCD
* High-powered 20x wide-angle optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
* Capture 720p HD movies with stereo sound; HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV
* 2.5-inch Vari-Angle System LCD; improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined shooting situations
* DIGIC 4 Image Processor; 12.1-megapixel resolution for poster-size, photo-quality prints
* Powered by AA batteries (included); capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-SX20-prosumer-supported/dp/B002LITT3I/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

2)Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)
*12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
*Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens
*DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
*EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
*Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Digital-Camera-18-55mm-3-5-5-6/dp/B0012YA85A/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

3)Nikon D5000 12.3MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR Lenses and 2.7 inch Vari-angle LCD -$910
*12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
*Outfit includes 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR Nikkor lenses
*D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
*Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
*Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-D5000-3-5-5-6G-55-200mm-Vari-angle/dp/B0026FCKA0/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20


What's the best HD tv i could buy for gaming?
Q. I want a 54 inch hdtv
and i want to play xbox 360 on it and playstation 3.
and to also watch movies...from my external hard drive thru my xbox360

thanks in advance!

A. TV size matters. In 37" and smaller you don't need to worry about the high end features because you just won't see them in those sizes. You are clearly going into the sizes where it does matter. So you need to make sure you get the better features.

If you go LCD (which I don't recommend), then you want to look at LED LCD, 1080p resolution, 120Hz or 240Hz refresh rate. This will end up being a costly set, but its what you need to deliver a good experience in a TV of that size.

If can save some green, and get a better image, and go with a Plasma. The biggest thing said against Plasmas for gaming is the burn-in factor. That is no longer an issue, and hasn't been for years. But there are lots of uneducated people out there. And the better brands (Panasonic and Samsung) even include extra anti-image retention features, above and beyond the advancements in the technology.

Though with the gaming, I might hold off on that for the first 20-50 hours. And for the first 100-200 hours keep the brightness and contrast (picture) cranked way down. That will condition the Plasma set. After that optimize and enjoy.

LCDs of larger sizes are inherently flawed in fast motion playback. They suffer from motion blur. This is compensated for with 120Hz/240Hz refresh rates. This helps but its not perfect. And you pay a tone for it. Plasma is near instantaneous response time right out of the box, nothing to pay for.

CCFL (most) LCDs have muted colors, grey blacks, and average contrast. This is compensated for with the LED LCD. That greatly improves those issues. But you will pay a massive premium for this feature. And Plasma is better on all fronts right out the box, nothing extra to pay for.

Right now at Best Buy,

50"

Panasonic TC-P50G10 - on sale for $1,320
- G10 series, best there in Plasma (except Pioneer Kuro Elite)

Panasonic TC-P50S1 - on sale for $1,200
- very good performer, would be an amazing set

Samsung PN50B650 - on sale for $1,400
- if you just feel you're a Samsung person

54"

Panasonic TC-P54S1 - on sale for $1,700
- here's your 54" set, really great option

58"

Samsung PN58B550T2 - $2,600


Just for reference, LCDs

Samsung LN55B640 (CCFL 1080p 120Hz) - $1,900 on sale - 55"
Sony KDL-52V5100 (CCFL 1080p 120Hz) - $1,800 on sale - 52"
Sharp LC52D85U (CCFL 1080p 120Hz) - $1,500 - 52"

LED LCDs

Samsung UN55B8000 (LED 1080p 240Hz) - $4,000 - 55"
Samsung UN55B6000 (LED 1080p 120Hz) - $2,900 - 55" (on sale)





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Selasa, 01 Oktober 2013

What kind of HDTV should I buy?

Q. I would like to spend around 500 or 600 and at least a 32" maybe even smaller ot bigger depending on how much. I usually like to play xbox 360 on it. Any suggestions please?

A. Andrew: it looks like the other people who have answered neglected to read your question - $500-$600 and 32" OR SMALLER. Bottom line, you are not going to find a 'quality' 32" LCD for $600.

However, in a 26" you can get a Toshiba 26HL47 or 26HL67 for under $600, and this HDTV is, unlike Vizio and the other brands you've never heard of, a quality set. My personal preference for a 26" is a Panasonic or Sony, but the price puts these over your budget, and Toshiba is my 3d choice and a very good quality LCD HDTV.

Despite the concern of some re: 1080p resolution, you DON'T NEED IT until you get a screen size of AT LEAST 46" - if you are a mere mortal, you won't be able to realize any difference of substance between 1080p and 1080i/720p at 32"!!! Good hunting.


How come my screen gets cut off of my HDTV?
Q. I am having a problem when I hook up my HDMI cable from my 15.6" laptop to my 32" Emerson LCD HDTV.

What I'm trying to do it just put what's on my laptop screen up onto my TV screen but whenever I do that it stretches out the display on my TV and makes it all blurry and it gets cut off on all the edges as you can see in the photo.

I tried changing the screen resolution from 1366 x 768 all the way down to 800 x 600 but no matter what it still doesn't change anything.

Could it be because I'm using just a simple HDMI cable that's from Microsoft strictly for my Xbox 360 or does it have something to do with my laptop?

I thought of going out and buying a full 1080p HDMI cable from Walmart but I wasn't sure if that would change anything.

If anyone knows what I'm wrong or if anyone can help me it would be greatly appreciated.
My graphics card is an Intel(R) HD Graphics Family.

A. You should have a setting on your laptop to change the resolution seperately on your laptop screen and your television. It sounds like what you are changing is your laptop resolution, make sure you are selecting the television under dual monitors and right click for option to change resolution.

All hdmi cables are rated for 1080 so it does not matter that its an xbox hdmi cable, it will work the same here.
It's just a matter of the settings somewhere most likely.

Good luck!





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What Hdtv should I buy for a ps3 and for Comcast digital cable?

Q. I have a ps3 with a hd cord and i want to buy an HDtv for a game room. My price range is up to 450 dollars. I am looking for a 32 to 40 inch. I would like 1080p but i don't know what to get for Hz. Can you tell me what tv to get for a ps3 and comcast digital cable in hd. It will be in my basement.

A. You probably won't be able to notice the difference between 720p and 1080p in that size range. However you will be stuck getting an LCD, so get one with the highest refresh rate possible, especially if you plan on getting one towards the larger end of that spectrum. 120 Hz is much better than 60 Hz when it comes to playing back movies, but such LCDs will still not be perfect in response time; for that, keep your old CRT or get a plasma.
Some good brands of LCD in that range include Sony, Samsung, Panasonic, LG, Toshiba, and Sharp.


Putting a home entertainment system in my basement - what should I use for a TV?
Q. I was planning on buying a 50 inch LCD, but have been hearing that the projectors are catching on. I would imagine it would be a larger image, but don't think it lasts as long. What are the advantages/disadvantages?

A. Personally I'd go with a projector if you have the room for a large screen and flanking speakers ... it will give the most immersive, cinema-like experience (particularly for more than 2 people)

The disadvantage -- as you already noted -- is that lamps typically last 3000 hrs (3-4 years at 2-3 hrs/day) and cost ~$350 to replace. In addition, most projectors need to have air filters checked and cleaned every few months (a 5 minute job).

My wife and I have a HT setup (HD satellite and HD DVD and DVD program sources) with a 110" screen (home made for <$100), 7.1 sound system, and a back-wall mounted projector ... and we wouldn't go back to a small (e.g. 40-60") screen willingly. We like to invite neighbours and friends to come for "dinner and a movie" ... and the home theatre setup enhances the experience immensely. We wouldn't do it if we had an LCD or plasma TV. That said, we have a 32" HDTV in a smaller room that we use for routine TV watching.

But to answer your question re pros and cons ...

Let's set the scene first. Assume a 50" LCD vs a 100" projection setup. Ideal viewing location will be about 7-8' from the LCD and 13-15' from the projection screen. The image will be, perceptually, equivalent (since it subtends the same visual angle). But, most people will sit further from a 50 LCD than ideal (simply to allow more than 2 p[eople to get into the "sweet spot" in front of the screen, rather than off at an angle), so in reality the picture seems bigger for the projector watcher. See viewing distance calulator (2nd link).

Prices for an HT projector: from <$1000 for 720p models and from $3000 for 1080p models (2 years ago this would have been $10K+). See Projector Central's "highly Rated" list (1st link).

A projection setup has more parts than an LCD -- projector and separate screen. Screens can cost more than $3000, but a reasonable screen can be purchased for $500 - $700, or you can make one from Blackout Cloth on a wood frame or paint your own on drywall for <$100. See AVS DIY Screen forum.

Projectors work best in dark rooms (think movie theatre), so light control is important. As with LCD panels competition from room lights or windows washes out the picture, but probably more on a projector screen than a smaller flat panel. This is not to say you can't watch a projector with the lights on, but unless you have a 2000+ lumen projector the picture will be significantly washed out.

Contrast ratio used to be inferior on projectors relative to flatpanel displays, but in the last year CR's of > 10,000 are increasingly common (but note this is compromised in anything but a dark room).

Multiple digital or component connections to projectors tend to be less common than on flatpanel displays (although a suite of composite, s-video, component and DVI or HDMI and VGA are normal), meaning you will probably do switching through an A/V receiver.

A projector throws the image from across the room (unless you have the capacity, and want to use the space to rear project from behind the screen), so sight lines must be kept clear. However, projectors are designed to be ceiling or shelf mounted so this does not have to limit seating. LCDs are easier to position and hide. On the other hand A/V equipment for a projection HT can be unobtrusively mounted at the back of the room and controlled by bouncing the remote signal off the screen.

Projectors turn out heat and have cooling fans that can be noticeable to a viewer sitting beside or under the projector, although recent HT designs have fans that are so quiet you would have to sit within a few feet to even notice them. LCDs are quieter.

So ... there are significant differences. Some can be considered advantages or disadvantages, but I'd suggest they are simply factors to consider. There are work arounds for most of the "disadvantages".

The bottom line to me -- since cost considerations are not major issues in my view -- is do you have the space and wish to view movies or HDTV in a close approximation of the movie theatre experience for 2-6+ people (minus the sticky floors, noisy strangers, and having to travel to the theatre and back), or do you prefer a big picture in a smaller, cosier setting for one or two viewers (or a small screen in a big room for more people) -- i.e. the LCD flatscreen.

I'd suggest you find a projector demo at a local high end A/V retailer and see what both types of diplays are like "live" before making a decision. Also read up on the subject at the links provided.





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Anyone able to give me some details on the 82" Mits DLP models?

Q. Basically the situation im in is this, im looking to upgrade but im curious if its a "must" to have the 740 or 840 model over the 738. How much different are the screens in terms of how they look, or are the screens comparable and the newer models simply have more bells and whistles?

Anyone that owns a 2010 model have a chance to compare it with the 2011 models?

Thanks in advance.

A. I will tell you - I am not a fan of Mitsubishi brand these days.

When DLP came out - Mitsubishi was charging $9999 for their first model.

When HDTV came out - Mitsubishi televisions refused to accept 720 signals.

When the HDTV spec was still being debated, Mitsubishi came out with the 'Promise' program where they said they would upgrade any Mitsubishi TV to keep it current with changes to the antenna or signaling standard. Then they weezled out of fixing technical problems with their first-gen televisions because they claimed it was not covered under 'the promise' program.

So - look at the 70 inch Sharp Aqous LCD televisions - a better company in my opinion.


Does it matter if a small LCD TV is not HD ready?
Q. I have seen a nice Sony 15" LCD Tv with Freeview built in. However it says it is not HD ready. Does this matter for the purposes of a 15-incher? We go digital in 2011 in our area. Grateful for any advice.

A. if your tv is not HD ready, then you won't see High Definition pictures. This has nothing to do with the conversion from analog to digital local broadcasts. Yes, typically HD tvs are also capable of receiving local digital channels, but this is totally separate from High Definition technology.

If, however, you are referring to digital signals (DTV), the FCC is requiring local broadcasters to convert from analog to digital by 2/17/2009 (for all "full power" stations).

If you receive local channels over UHF/VHF local antenna, you will need to get an digital to analog converter that goes between you antenna and tv. If you have a cable box or satellite decoder, you don't have to worry, as they will convert the signal at their source for you. Also, if you replace this TV with one capable of receiving digital signals before next year, you will not need the converter.

After this date, if you have the proper TV or converter, you will be able to see the digital signals in normal (not HD) format. HD TVs that are capable of both digital TV and HDTV will receive both signals as sent by your local TV broadcaster. Those not in HD format will be digital but in conventional format.

If you need a converter, you can get a voucher to get one for free. See http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/digitaltv.html for more information or see https://www.dtv2009.gov/ to apply for a coupon for a free converter.

PS Our HD/DTV has incredible local channels off our local antenna, better than DirecTV provides off the dish. And I am not about to pay that extra for only a few channels on the dish. You have to reprogram the channels on your TV to remove the analog signals and accept the digital ones, but the picture is so much better, I find myself not watching overpriced satellite tv so much and might even dump it unless they lower their prices.





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What is the best picture clarity setting for my 32" vizio LCD HDTV?

Q. I need to know the best setting for the picture Quality, so that its not fuzzy and i need the best color settings. i have a vizo 32" LCD HDTV. i want it too look like the picture Quality at the store like best buy.

A. Make sure you are tuned to an HDTV station..?? Are you on a cable box with HD?? Satellite?? ON my cable box, the normal channel 4 is like the old analog.. Channel 404 is in HD.. (Different in other areas.) Check with your cable provider. I also like to run the Sharpness in the 'Picture' options rather high. Part of your Menu settings... Most sets are pretty well set up when sold in a default condition..


When i watch tv from below the screen looks black?
Q. I have a memorex 19 inch plasma not lcd. If i watch tv straight it looks fine but when I watch from below there is a lot of dark areas. Do I go to the settings and fix it? Should i buy a new lcd? My parents also have a Vizio 26 inch lcd hdtv and also looks black from below what should I do? How do I know when a tv doesnt have dark areas, what is it called?

A. Because you have an LCD, and NOT a plasma. First of all, Memorex does not make, nor have they ever made, plasma TVs. Second, plasmas have wide viewing angles like the flat-screen variants of their CRT cousins, so there's no contrast fade from watching off-axis. Third, no plasmas were sold for the consumer market smaller than 32", and nowadays they only come in 42" and up.
LCDs tend to have narrow viewing angles, especially vertically. Meaning that when you look at it from way off to the side or particularly from below, the colors may not appear correctly, and the contrast will be awful to say the least, to the point of being unwatchable.
Possible solutions:
1. Watch the TV directly facing it; sit/stand right in front of it at about eye level.
2. Re-position the TV.
3. Buy a plasma TV.
4. Use a CRT TV.





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when your playing ps3 games honestly does which hdtv really matter?

Q. rathers its plasma lcd led or whatever brand will that greatly make a difference in picture quality?? if so how much will it be dramatically different?

A. It depends on how hardcore of a gamer you are really. When plasmas first came out they were death for gamers or even frequent sports viewers because of the threat of "burn-in"-when a repetitive image on the screen would remain "burned in" even after the picture would change, think health/ammo bars or the scoreboard in sports. Newer plasmas don't suffer from it to the same degree, but they still can have problems resulting from extended gaming sessions. If you play like 3 hours at a time you will be fine with a plasma. If you are more of an 8 hour marathoner you may want to try a different direction. Once your type is chosen just compare refresh rates (Htz) and contrast ratios in like priced and sized models. Also make sure it has all the inputs you may need. Multiple HDMI inputs, VGA if needed etc. Often you can get a larger screen size with a plasma per dollar.


What computer video card do i need to run 3D on Samsung 3D HDTV 240hz?
Q. I am getting a new 55" Samsung 3D HDTV 240hz 1080p LCD-LED television very soon.

My question is what video card for my computer am I going to need to run 3D games on that TV?

The video card I am using now is a ATI Radeon HD 4850
The price needs to be within $100-$400 USD

A. Details that would help would be what operating system that you plan to run. And what other specs you have for the system that you plan on using. I see that you are currently using an ATI card, so I would assume that you would want to have an ATI replacement card. I will also assume that you have enough room around your PCI slot to fit a dual slot card. Also power supply specs come in to play as well, especially where graphics are concerned. You want 600watt supply at the bare minimum. I would strongly suggest over 800watts and above to give you room to grow later.

Now you say you plan on running 3D games. That kinda narrows your list of possible choices to the more expensive end of the spectrum. Being able to play them and being able to play them well are two different things as I'm sure you know :P.

Requirements for HD3D Be sure to check that your TV is supported on this list. Also listed are the graphics cards that I recommended below. Go for the best that you can afford.
http://www.amd.com/us/products/technologies/amd-hd3d/Pages/supported-hardware.aspx

An important note from that list is that you will also have to get additional hardware. (3D glasses and such). I couldn't find any on AMD's website. Researching further into it, it appears that AMD delegates the task of 3D hardware sourcing and compatibility to third party manufacturers. The other options force you to purchase a specific monitor and glasses.

Choices:

Radeon HD 5970 (Hemlock) 2GB $499
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102887
A bit over your price range, but well worth it. Fastest card out at the moment

Then right beneath that you have the Radeon HD 5870

Radeon HD 5870 (Cypress XT) 2GB $369
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102888

I chose that specific 5870 because of the memory. It's a 2GB card, beware of the prices there. Make sure that you are paying for the memory and not for an over clocked GPU on a 1GB card. Don't settle for less than 2GB. And don't pay for an overclocked card, any overclock that you would get is marginal and could be done for free yourself if you so choose.

Comparison chart of the two so you can see the differences and decide for yourself:
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/162?vs=165

To stay in your price range, you would want to stay with the 5870 though.

Now with all this said... I must mention that standard refresh rate for 3D is currently 120Hz and not 240Hz.
http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/120hz-240hz-60hz.html -- Some reading on the subject.

Overall, I'd say those two cards are your choices. And congrats on the new TV. But stick with the 2D games for now, as for 3D technology, ATI doesn't seem to be on the ball.





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What are settings that I can adjust to get the best picture on my Samsung 52" LN-T5261F 1080P LCD HDTV?

Q. When I walk into Costco I see that a 37" VIZIO 1080P looks sharper and clearer than my 52" Samsung with a BLU Ray?? Is this because my TV was not professionally calibrated after it was installed at my home? Any suggestions? I dont want to pay $400 bucks to have it done.

A. Sometimes "sharper and clearer" isn't anything more than just turning up the brightness. However, if you have ever seen a professionally calibrated TV the first thing you notice about it is that it's not bright at all. Our eyes deceive us. That's why manufacturers ship their TVs with "torch mode" as the default setting.

I have the Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics disc. It guides you through video (and to a lesser extent audio) calibration. I have the disc but I haven't used it yet. I've seen testimonies from people who say it gave them a whole new TV. There's also a DVD called Avia, although I have no experience with it, so I can't really comment on its effectiveness.

http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Video-Essentials-Definition-Standard/dp/B000IHYY3Y/ref=pd_bbs_sr_3?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1234447395&sr=8-3
http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Video-Essentials-Basics-Blu-ray/dp/B000V6LST0/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1234447359&sr=8-1
http://www.amazon.com/Avia-II-Guide-Home-Theater/dp/B000X4NJNS/ref=pd_bbs_3?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1234447379&sr=8-3


What's the best way to take care of an LCD HDTV?
Q. I just bought a Vizio 26in 1080p HDTV adn I want it to last me. What is the best way to make sure my tv last long.

A. Take it back and get a better quality TV. A vizio is basically a WalMart type LCD tv. I had one and it lasted me only 3 years. I bought a LG after (way better quality) and I find it helpful that there are so many places that can fix LGs that if any problems happen I can take them almost anywhere. Plus Wal Mart is known for quality. Those TVs are made cheap. But if this isnt an option, an LCD tv is pretty much like any TV. Just dont throw anything at the screen and keep the default settings set. They normally are the better settings





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Should i get the Vizio 32" Class 720p 60Hz LCD HDTV Bundle package at Walmart?

Q. I am pondering on getting the Vizio 32" Class 720p 60Hz LCD HDTV Bundle package with the free home theater system and HDMI cable. I am a new tv buyer and see this as a good deal. What should i look for? I got a ps3 and i want something that is durable and has good quality.

A. Vizio is local trademark . TV only sold in USA/CANADA.
Vizio USA do not manufactures any things. all TV " handle " by Taiwan Amtrans ,products designs and made in China. use low prices parts.
http://www.forbes.com/2009/05/21/taiwan-vizio-amtran-exports-lcd-tv.html?feed=rss_business
Vizio is " cheap ". but subject to reliable. try to avoid Vizio.
you may not need a quality. but keeps send TV for repair is free during warranty ,but cost shipping / transport charge , may with out TV from 1 to 4 weeks.this may make you mad !!
for games . PS 3 , better go for 120 HZ model . is cover.hide some " motion blur ". standard 60 HZ model , you will uncomfortable to the " motion blur ".
what is " motion blur " ? look at the ball .
http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/myths/response/
you don't need a 1080 P model for an 32 inc TV. you eye will not get the difference between 720 P and 1080 P in screen size below 40 inc TV. however , TV maker take 1080 P as Hi End model. such model always better pictures quality than 720 HD model. ( you paid for it )
If you BUDGET allow. Samsung 32 inc 1080 P 120 hz model will be quality and reliable . Samsung manufactures TV by OWN from End to End. is reliable products. even 32 inc from Samsung China or Samsung Malaysia , but is all by Samsung. under Samsung HQ quality control . ( Vizio is all don by other . quality is beyond control ) !!
If because of BUDGET. Vizio is " CHEAP ' .just take some RISK !!
Please , visit show room to view the real unit., watch for sport movies. if you eye cant accept the " motion blur " , standard 60 HZ model is not for you. ( some people eye okay for that ).


whats the difference between a hd tuner antenna and a hdtv digital receiver?
Q. Would I need to get cable or can I just get one or the other of the products I'm asking about. The tv I have is a 720p lcd hdtv. Thanks.

A. antennae gets its picture and sound from stations that broadcast through the air. A receiver requires cable or satellite. You will need HMI cable or the component cables (Red Green Blue)





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What accessories do I need for a new HDTV?

Q. I'm buying the TCL L40FHDF12TA 40-Inch 1080p 60 Hz LCD HDTV.
It's the third HDTV in the house, so I'm hoping installing it will be easy?
Then again, I'm dumb.

I'm assuming I need to buy the DTV and a HDTV Antenna?? I can't tell if those are built in or if having one in the house is enough, And do I need anything else??

A. You absolutely need the antenna unless you are hooking it to cable. You need nothing else unless you think you need to improve the sound.

That is not important for most and if your other HDTV's sound OK to you, this one probably will
too.
A sound bar or some amplified speakers similar to PC speakers helps some televisions for those
who need louder or higher quality audio.

If you plan to use the set in some other unique ways, then

You will need connecting cables ,probably RCA and Component if you plan to use a DVD player
to your TV, and a yellow component RCA cable along with RCA Audio if you plan to use a VCR.

You will need VGA, DVI, or HDMI if you plan to connect a computer to the TV to use as a monitor or watch Hulu, netflix or other online content using a computer.

I don't know gaming machines such as Xbox and Playstation well but I'm sure they need HDMI
cables if you want to use the TV as a game box display.


What does this number stand for on lcd hdtvs?
Q. I want to buy a lcd hdtv ..but i noticed that the higher this number are the price goes higher as well. Im talking about this number for example
Sony bravia (1080p),( 120hz)
sony bravia( 720p) ,(60hz)

so what do those number stand for? is the tv better if they have higher p and hz?
I would like to know cause im confused
thanks

A. The 1080 and the 720 are the lines displayed on the screen. 1080 will give better detail.

The 120 an 60 are refresh rates, the number of times a second the image is repainted. 120 will have less flicker and will handle fast moving images better.

P means progressive and is to be desired. It means that the entire image is displayed with each pass down the screen. An alternative is I (Interlaced), where every other line of the image is painted with each pass down the screen; it takes 2 passes to paint the entire image. Interlace produces some flicker.

Old fashioned TVs are 512 lines interlaced.





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Which 32" TV should I get for my college dorm?

Q. I'm looking for something that is in the 500 range. I don't want to go over 600. I have been looking a lot online, but wanted to see if someone has a good recommendation. Were going to be using it for DVDs, Video Games, and maybe hooking up my laptop.

Any suggestions?

A. I would suggest Samsung LN32B460 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV.Great picture.3 HDMI, 2 Components & PC input
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001U3Y8MW?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001U3Y8MW

or for under $500 Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV is a good choice.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dlcd%2520tv%252032%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Delectronics&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957


How to build a cheap low powered HTPC?
Q. I am looking at building a low powered + low budget HTPC which can play all media under the sun (if possible).... Excluding monitor/LCD and HDD, I am looking at under USD300.

I need recommendation on the software and hardware ... thanks.

A. If by "all media under the sun" you also include Blu-Ray discs, then it's going to cost you more than $300 because a Blu-Ray drive alone is going to cost almost $100.

Also, HTPCs usually need to be very quiet-- It wouldn't do to have a computer with loud fans moaning like Frankenstein in your livingroom while you are trying to watch your movies. You'd have to spend the money for things like a quiet Seasonic PSU and a low-noise Zalman CPU heatsink.

I'd budget at least $600 for a decent HTPC.

My HTPC:

- Silverstone GD01S HTPC case. Looks good on a component rack next to my receiver and amp.
- Seasonic S12-380 quiet power supply.
- Intel DP35DPM motherboard.
- Wolfdale Core 2 Duo E8400 -- Generates very little heat, easy to cool quietly.
- Zalman CNPS7000 CPU heatsink, with separately purchased LGA775 mounting bracket. Fan spins at just 1400 RPM, quiet.
- ATI Radeon HD4670 graphics card from HIS with a ducted cooler. Draws under 75W power (has no 6-pin PCIe power connector), generates very little heat, very quiet.
- Samsung Spinpoint 300GB HDD. Quietest HDD available.
- LG SATA Blu-Ray drive.

It's connected to my big-screen LCD HDTV using a DVI-to-HDMI cable and it plays back Blu-Ray discs beautifully at 1080p (Dark Knight looked awesome on it), though in retrospect I should have bought a video card with HDMI on-board instead.

Cost of entire setup, $800.





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So if I go with a 46 LCD HDTV 1080p what brands and models are some of the best to go with?

Q. I'm just wondering if anyone else has an opinion about what the best options are for 46 LCD HDTV 1080p flat screens. I'm debating between a Samsung or Sharp but I'm not too familiar with what to look for. Anyone have some advice?

A. Honestly the best thing to do is to look at reviews online and specifications from review sites. There are two models you should consider for the Samsung and Sharp 46 LCD HDTV 1080p. Take a look at the Samsung LN46C630 and the Sharp Quattron LE821E or Aquos. Take a look at the following site which is solid for consumer reviews on http://46lcdhdtv1080p-userreviews.com . Hopefully this helps out with your question, good luck.


to get better clarity, what is the minimum distance for seeing 46 inches LCD tv?
Q. am planning to buy a lcd tv for my room, i dnt know wat tv size suits for my room?...
actually my room size is 21/12 feet?...weather if i get 46 inches would it give me the best clarity?

A. For optimal viewing distance, determine the distance from where you will be seated to the screen. Room size, in it self, means little to nothing.
Simple chart - http://www.plasmadepot.com/reviews/tvscreensize.html
For more complex calculations - http://www.myhometheater.homestead.com/viewingdistancecalculator.html





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How do I change the resolution of my Toshiba tv from 480p to 720p?

Q. I bought a Toshiba 19" LCD HDTV for watching movies and playing video games. Most of the games I have are 720p and higher, and on the box of the tv it says that it has that resolution. How do I change from 480p to 720p for better picture quality and overall performance?

A. The resolution is set by the video, the TV is just reporting what it is getting. So, if it says 480, then your device is feeding it SD video.

Check your game and make sure it's set to output 720p or 1080i. Also, you will need to connect the game to the TV with something that can support HD like a HDMI or component cables.


How do I optimize the color profile on my HDTV?
Q. I have a new Samsung 32" LCD HDTV, and I've heard that it's important to tune your color settings to get great picture quality. How can I do that?

A. You probably have an LCD computer monitor. Tune your HDTV the same way you tuned your monitor.





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