Sabtu, 19 Oktober 2013

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


What HD settings I should use on my Xbox 360 for my LCD HDTV?
Q. I recently bought a 32" LCD HDTV 720p. My question is what are the optimal settings for both HDTV Settings and HDMI Colorspace? I know it depends on personal preferences a lot though.

A. 16:9
720p
YPbPr





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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


Why does my LCD HDTV have black bars on the left and right sides of the screen?
Q. I have a 32'' widescreen audiovox LCD HDTV. I also own a comcast digital cable box, which we used to view hi-def programs through component cables. We recently got a dvi cable and now sandard-def programs have black bars on the left and right of the screen. Th HD is fine,no black bars. But standard-def channels now have black bars on the left and right, but they did not before when we used component cables. Any help would be appreciated.

A. Widescreen TV's are wider than standard def TV's. You have space left over on each side when you put the shape of a standard def program on the screen. You can always stretch or zoom, but that's your preference. I would keep it as it is and see the original content the way it was meant to be viewed.

Standard-def channels have a 4:3 aspect ratio; the width is 4/3 = 1.333 times longer than the height.

High-def channels have a 16:9 aspect ratio; the width is 16/9 = 1.78 times longer than the height.

If you take a standard def image (1.33:1) and put it in a widescreen set as large as it will fit, you will have black bars on the left and right.

It used to be that all programs (movies and television) had a 4:3 apsect ratio. When television was introduced, the theatres had to have something novel to draw audiences back to the theatre. They switched to even larger aspect rations of 1.85:1 or 2.35:1 (width is 2.35 times longer than the height). Early movies like "Gone with the Wind" the original "Dracula" and even "The Wizard of Oz" were all 1.33:1 and would fit perfectly on standard def screens.

Since a lot of movies have even wider screens than HDTV's, you are going to even run into black bars on the top and bottom.

16:9 (1.78:1) is basically a compromise between standard def (1.33:1) and theater (2.35:1).





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What do i need for the Best HD Experience ?

Q. So I am looking into buying and LCD HDTV not sure the make yet and between 42"-50" screen but can I really just buy the tv hook it up and that's it I have HDTV? Or are there certain wires, connectors, other parts, distributing box, etc. What all will I need to have a true HDTV experience lets consider no cost limit (of course im not rich but just want to know what all I need)

A. Well, if your looking for the best hd exp. Get a nice LCD HD TV, like a SONY 40", or 42", preferably you'll have a cable/satellite connection already,(?), and hook up an HDMI cable to your LCD HDTV to your service providers box, and your good to go. Sorry, forgot to mention that you would have to subcribe to get a HD service sent to you cable/satellite box in order to recieve this Hi Def channels. And not all are yet broadcast in HD either. Good Luck, and happy viewing.


is there anyway to repair a tv from water damage?
Q. i have a 50 in hitachi rear projection lcd hdtv and on the inside of the screen, there is some water damage on the screen. so, if you're watchin tv, you can see that one part is darker then the other. do i have to buy a new screen or is there a cleaner or something that i can get?

A. Are you sure it's the screen sound like the LCD inside the optical block maybe there's dust blocking the light.





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How do I secure a 42 inch Flat Screen TV to the wall without using screws?

Q. I just bought a new LG 42LH30 42-Inch LCD HDTV. It's just sitting on the table now and I want to secure it to the wall. Since I live in a rented apartment, I don't want to put too many holes in the wall. Are there any products out there that will allow me to secure the TV to the wall without using any kind of screws?

Thank you!

A. The best you can do os to get an entertainment center that will allow you hang a tv from it instead of the wall here's an example http://www.walmart.com/catalog/catalog.gsp?cat=635499&fromPageCatId=103150&catNavId=103150


Where can I get a filter capacitor for a ProScan lcd hdtv?
Q. And how much does it cost? I am thinking about buying it from my friend for real cheap. It's a 42" 1080p 720 lcd hdtv. I need to know how much the part is and where I can get it at.

A. If you are adept at electronics repair and have all of the necessary tools, the reference in the other answer is a good one. But in my experience, the people who have the necessary experience to take on a job like this don't have to ask where to obtain parts. This may be something that you need a professional technician or a very capable do-it-yourselfer to help you with. Good luck.





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I think it’s better to shift on LED. Are you agreed with my friends?

Q. College friends are saying to change my LCD and instead of that, I should buy LED. What can be the solution dear?

A. Get plasma, it destroys LED/LCD in picture quality easily and are cheaper. You can get a GT25 or ST30 3d HD panasonic plasma at 42 inches for 1000 bucks and make your friends jealous as hell.

Look at Cnet's reviews Google best 3DTV or HDTV of 2011 and the top 5 are plasma's. Maybe 1 LED is in 6th place but its 3 grand.


If I only have antenna TV, what TV is best to buy?
Q. I current have a tube type TV. In Canada we get digital TV signals from the States. It seems that the signals from Canada are still analog.

Are the digital signals transmitted at 1080 or 720, 120hz or 60hz?
What TV would be best without over spending?

Thanks.

A. >Are the digital signals transmitted at 1080 or 720, 120hz or 60hz?

All broadcasts are in 60 hz. The whole business of 120 & 240 hz has to do with the internal functioning of the TV. Basically early LCD TVs were really bad at smearing of high speed action like sports. The 120 & 240 hz are electronic tricks to make fast action look as good on LCD TVs as it is on plasma TVs.

The digital broadcasts are a mixture of 1080i, 720p, and 480i resolution. The HDTVs take care of converting these signals to match the TV's display.

As far as picking the minimum resolution (720p vs 1080p) and refresh rate ( 60 vs 120 vs 240 hz),
consider what you are going to use the HDTV for.

Screen size & distance from the screen that you sit? Start by figuring out what size screen you want.

Big screen size, sports with fast action, or HD video games point to the need for higher resolution and hz ratings.

Many people pay extra for ratings when they can't actually see the difference on the screen. If you are watching ordinary programing on a 32" screen, there is no point in paying extra for 1080p & 120 hz.

On the other hand, if you are a sports fanatic watching a 50" screen, you will want the higher resolution and hz rating.

There are already digital broadcasts in Canada; the Aug 2011 date is when most of the old analog broadcasts will be shut off. The US and Canada use the same TV broadcast standards, so if you can scrounge a US DTV converter box to try out, it should work.

Three important things about digital antenna reception:

1. Many people find that they need a better antenna for digital reception. What constitutes a "better antenna" depends on your location. Buzz words like "HD" or "digital" on an antenna box are meaningless as far as picking a TV antenna. (In North America, all TV antennas, even 30 year old ones, are "digital".)

2. How good an ATSC tuner the TV has is important. But it is very hard to find information about which models have better tuners. The first link below is to a discussion about this. Since most people in the US have satellite or cable, manufacturers sometime cut corners on OTA tuners.

3. If you will have to adjust your antenna to pick up stations in different directions, make sure the TV's tuner has the capability to add channels without deleting old ones. There is at least one brand that doesn't have this option. Unlike analog TV tuners, digital OTA tuners have to find stations by either "scanning" or manually adding adding stations. It's a problem if your TV wipes the old channel information when you point the antenna to another city to pick up more stations!





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How high should sharpness level be set on lcd hdtv?

Q. We just had our LCD HDTV installed yesterday. It's a Samsung 40 inch. The HD channels look great. The non HD channels look good too but are a little blurry when up close to the TV. Will increasing the sharpness level make the picture more clear or is it the opposite? It was set up at 25% I increased it to 50% and I can't really tell if it's better or worse.
Thanks

A. It all depends on how noisy the signal is. If you have a really clean signal, you can run the sharpness up quite a bit before you'll see negative effects like edge ringing and graininess.

I'm getting my digital signal over-the-air (antenna) and the signal is so clean that I can max out the sharpness and it still looks great. I generally leave it at about 75%. I'm viewing the shows on an older non-HD CRT. The situation might well be different on an HD set.


How can i make my HDTV have a higher resolution?
Q. I just got a LCD HDTV 32'' by vizio and it only goes up to 1366 x 768 resolution, i mainly want to use this for my desktop computer so everything looks blown up and bigger on it than my old 22 inch monitor that supported 1680x1050. Am i stuck on this 1366 x 768 resolution or is there a way to make it better, i have a really expensive video card, 460 GTX

Any help would be awesome.

A. Nope, that's as high as it goes.

To go any higher you'll need a 1080p set.

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How to get a better picture quality on a lcd hdtv?

Q. I recently bought a 1080p lcd hdtv, right now im watching tv just through basic cable without a cable box or anything else. But when im watching tv i dont feel the picture quality is very good, it looks somewhat blurry and i just dont feel like im getting what im suppose to. I wasnt really expecting that though it being an HD ready tv and putting out 1080p. Would getting an HD cable box from my cable provider help?

A. The picture looks bad because you are looking at standard-definition channels, not HD channels.

HDTVs usually make standard-def channels look WORSE, not better!

So what you need to do is get some HD channels.

To do that with cable, you probably have to upgrade your cable account to pay extra for HD and get an HD cable box. But before you do that, you could try without a box, and have your TV scan for new channels (tell it you have digital cable when you start the scan), and it may pick up a few channels (mostly major networks) in HD. If you are happy with just those in HD, you might not need to pay extra for HD.


How can I tell if my TV is truly 120Hz?
Q. I've got a Samsung 46' LCD HDTV 1080p, 120hz.
Somehow I'm having doubts that it is rather 60hz.
Is there a way to find out? <------
(No I will not use Blue-rays (Avatar) or anything of this sort to test this out)
I'm thought the manual might have some information but I can't seem to find anything related to Hz or whatever.

A. Go on the Samsung Web site and look at the specs for your TV model. They are also usually printed at the end of the user manual.

If your TV has an option to control "Auto Motion" that is usually a sign that you have 120 Hz





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Jumat, 18 Oktober 2013

How do I connect a game console to a Vizio M261VP LED LCD HDTV?

Q. I recently got a Vizio M261VP LED LCD HDTV and when I connect my PS3 with the HDMI cable, it looks beautiful. But, when I try to connect my PS2 with the normal colored cables (yellow, red and white) the audio works but the video looks mainly blue. Does anyone know how I can fix this?

A. Video actually is made up of 3 primary colors (red, green, blue) which combines to create all the shades in between. So if you can see it, your yellow cable is working. The problem is the encoder in your PS3 that combines the RGB into a single video cable. You can't fix the PS3, but you can adjust the video on your TV with the Hue control. Just remember that it affects all yellow cable inputs, so other programs may need to be adjusted back.


I wanna buy a hdtv but all the plasma, lcd,led stuff confusing me, plasmas are cheaper and they say the tv' ha?
Q. I wanna buy a hdtv but all the plasma, lcd,led stuff confusing me, plasmas are cheap and they say that the new tv's have the anti burst bulb or whatever its called. But what is the best so that wont have issues with bulbs??

A. Plasma and LCD both are good, go for the one the fits your budget.LED-LCD is just that in all LCD TVs there are backlights that lights the screen, and in non LED-LCD screens those where bulbs and in LED-LCD those are LEDs(Lighting Emitting Diodes).Which means advantages of LEDs over regular BULB.Which are low power consumption,Longer life,Sleeker TVs,Environment friendly as a result.





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Do you think that this is worth buying?

Q. I want to get a new tv and at best buy they have this sale for a 42 inch for $200.I know it hasn't been released yet but I want to conform it's worth buying.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sharp+-+42%26%2334%3B+Class+/+LCD+/+1080p+/+60Hz+/+HDTV/3142087.p?skuId=3142087&id=1218379763676

A. I saw this too, and was wondering the same thing. But it says a minimum of 10 per store. So they could only have 10 at the store you go to. So i highly doubt you'd even get it. I remember last year me and my dad went for a tv, and we were close to the front of the line, and they were gone before he even got to the tv section. And they had 50 in stock. Also i think the tv's a cheap version. With probably okay picture and okay quality. Probably not that great. Because why would they sell it so cheap if it was a good tv? They just want to get rid of it because they know they couldnt sell it otherwise.


I plan on buying a Insignia® - 42" Class / 1080p / 120Hz / LCD HDTV , I wanted to know if this will be to big?
Q. Will this TV be to big for my bedroom? I made a guess measurement and I will be sitting at least 7-8ft away from the TV. I know the recommended is 10ft but 7 or 8ft is pretty close to 10ft. Thanks

A. I don't know who told you that 10ft was the recommended seating distance but that 42" 1080p TV is perfect for your seating distance!

The recommended seating distance for a 42" 1080p TV is between 6ft to 8ft! The distance for a 42" 720p TV is between 8ft to 12ft! Maybe that's were the mix up came from.

Just FYI...if you plan to buy that TV, get an extended warranty with it! Insignia is not a very reliable brand of TV. They have problems with their power supply boards and inverter boards! I recommend LCD brands like Panasonic, Samsung, LG, Sony, Sharp or Toshiba!

Hope this helps!





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Kamis, 17 Oktober 2013

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 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.


what do i need to consider before buying a HDTV?
Q. i m planning to buy a LCD HDTV ...so cud anybody tell me what do i need to think before buying one. which brand do u think is the best one in market. i least bother about money thing but i am looking for really good features. but i have no idea what features do i need to see in it....so please help ....

A. The LCD is crap compared to Plasma. Looking at them side by side I could never pay even $5 for the LCD. Save your money and buy the best.





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What should I know about getting an HDTV?

Q. Im in the direction of getting a 1080p LCD HDTV. However, I am still deciding. What do I need to know? Consider I am keeping my standard definition DVD player and PlayStation 2.

A. Unless you have some sort of HD channel coming in, the tv is worthless, save its size. Watching regular cable tv on my 65" makes it look like trash. And since nearly EVERY thing that is in "1080p" is actually 720 upscaled, you can probably save some cash by going for that instead. Yes, even xbox and ps3 gamers are almost all entirely in 720.

Edit:

The crazy idiot below me listed four, when he said there were 3! LED and LCD are COMPLETELY different. One is liquid crystal, the other is LED light. Duh...... He also forgot about DLP projection. Don't let the media or anyone else lie to you. DLP looks every bit as good as LCD or Plasma, but you will notice a difference between any TV we have listed yet, and the new OLED and Laser tvs. Mitsubishi is the only company to make laser tvs yet, and from what I have heard, the picture is amazing. Oh, and he said LCD doesn't use alot of electricity? Thats garbage. They put off a ton of heat, which means they use more than most types of tvs.

Ups and downs for each type of TV

LCD
pro: Flat, good picture, and decent colors, getting cheaper
con: eats electricity, creates ALOT of heat, heavy. older models are 60-120 hrtz

Plasma
pro: Good color representation for the most part, clear picture, flat, can be heavy. usually more than 120 hrtz.
con: terrible black color, high possibility for image burn on most models, cost, can be heavy.

DLP
pro: comes in largest size of any tv out there, great color, including black, good picture, wont image burn for a long time, doesn't eat electricity
con:heavy and bulky if you get a larger one, not flat, bulbs do burn out after a year or more, sometimes price, older models cheaper. Most are 60-120 hrtz, with newer models 120+

LED
pro:crystal clear color and picture, amazing lifespan, FAST refresh rate
con: cost

Laser
pro:color and image quality are the best you can buy, larger screen, fast refresh rate.
con: COST!($7000) might be too big and heavy depending on the size you get.

No matter what you get you are making some trade-offs. I have a DLP, and I love it. Its a 65" Mitsubishi. I was going to get the 73", but getting the deal I did, I couldn't pass it up. I play my Xbox on it, and had high definition cable through Comcast, and it looked amazing.


LOOKING FOR BEST DEAL FOR LCD HDTV FOR MY PC DESKTOP?
Q. im confused:
what should i look for for the best picture quality on a lcd hdtv for my pc desktop.
i need information about the 720p/1080p; contrast ratio; and panel resolution.
will give you 10 points right away.
gracias!

A. Go to Amazon Top Holiday deals http://www.amazon.com/b/?node=384082011&tag=top-holiday-deals-20





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How to get the best picture out of my 120hz LCD?

Q. I bought a 46in Samsung 120hz LCD(LED backlit) HDTV, so far at times it does seem better but there is still ghosting with the black and dark colors, the faster the picture, the more distorted and blurry it gets. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The model number is LN46C650L1F.

A. Sadly - motion blur is inherent in LCD panels with fast moving objects. The "120 hz refresh" cuts the problem in half compared to a standard 60 hz refresh model, but it is still there.

Some models have software 'enhancements' that try to smooth out the motion blur, but this sometimes causes other artifacts.

All new televisions should have their Brightness, contrast and color set to sane levels. (These are set at the factory to ultra-bright so the unit will be eye-catching if used as a demo on a bright display floor).

Get a Pixar movie and go to the disk setup menu. You will find test-patterns and instructions for properly setting the brightness, contrast and color.

This will probably reduce how noticeable the ghosting and blur are, but it will not solve it.


What is the difference between an LED LCD HDTV and an LCD HDTV?
Q. The reason I'm asking this, is because I'm going to buy one. But, I don't know the differences between them. Can you guys please tell me the advantages and disadvantages of each one? Also which type of these HDTVs lasts more time and which is more reliable? Last, which of these HDTVs do you guys recommend? Thanks, in advance.

A. The display technology in both types is the same - a Liquid Crystal Display panel. The difference is in the backlight. "Plain old" LCDs use a CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Light) backlight, while the LED models use LED (Light Emitting Diode) backlights.

LED backlighting typically looks nicer than CCFL backlighting, giving better color range, and in many cases offers a sharper picture.

At this point, I'd go for an LED backlit model if it was available.





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What HD settings I should use on my Xbox 360 for my LCD HDTV?

Q. I recently bought a 32" LCD HDTV 720p. My question is what are the optimal settings for both HDTV Settings and HDMI Colorspace? I know it depends on personal preferences a lot though.

A. 16:9
720p
YPbPr


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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How well does a lcd hdtv work as a computer monitor?

Q. A lcd hdtv i am buying has a computer input. Will it look just as good as my computer monitor? it would save me some space.

A. It may depend on the make, but it will work well as a computer monitor.

I got my laptop hooked up to my LCD TV using an inexpensive VGA cable (same as the cable from your CPU to the computer monitor) to view my jpeg digital pictures. I could use the mouse to find my photo directories, veiw photos as a slide, etc.

When I hooked up the cable, I had the option of using the TV as the computer monitor or have both the laptop screen and the TV display on.


How to get a better picture quality on a lcd hdtv?
Q. I recently bought a 1080p lcd hdtv, right now im watching tv just through basic cable without a cable box or anything else. But when im watching tv i dont feel the picture quality is very good, it looks somewhat blurry and i just dont feel like im getting what im suppose to. I wasnt really expecting that though it being an HD ready tv and putting out 1080p. Would getting an HD cable box from my cable provider help?

A. The picture looks bad because you are looking at standard-definition channels, not HD channels.

HDTVs usually make standard-def channels look WORSE, not better!

So what you need to do is get some HD channels.

To do that with cable, you probably have to upgrade your cable account to pay extra for HD and get an HD cable box. But before you do that, you could try without a box, and have your TV scan for new channels (tell it you have digital cable when you start the scan), and it may pick up a few channels (mostly major networks) in HD. If you are happy with just those in HD, you might not need to pay extra for HD.





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What do you think of the brand LG when it comes to lcd hdtv's?

Q. Im looking to purchaseing a 26" LCD HDTV, but i really dont know what brand to purchase. I looked at a LG and noticed the picture quality looked pretty good. It had good color, but dont know if its a good brand over all.

A. the sd picture on your 26" will look good, maybe a little foggy. Use the S-video input for the best results. I would avoid the HD programming option on a set that small because the HD resolution doesn't really shine until a 40" screen but that's with my eyes your results may vary


What is the easiest way to go HD on new Sony LCD HDTV?
Q. We just purchased a Sony 40" HDTV LCD 1080p. We have a pioneer DVD surrond system and a phillips DVR. What is the easiest way to have this system setup in HD and what do I need to get this done. I am not sure if my DVR is HD but we just got it about 2yrs ago from Directv brand new. Thanks!

A. Try to connect your DVD to your TV using HDMI cables, and make sure your Pioneer DVD have HDMI output, and about your DVR i think you can't go HD with it.





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is it really necessary to have a flat panel 46" tv callibrated for color and contrast?

Q. installers of tv said they charge$300. to callibrate 46" sony bravia flat screen,said it would also help the tv to last at least two years longer. should I have it done?

A. Necessary-No! It is possible that you might want to try improving some settings yourself-see the attached links. Will it make your set last two years longer-nonsense!

http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.html

http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6463_7-5085739-3.html


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.





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Rabu, 16 Oktober 2013

What is the difference between a Plasma and a LCD flat panel TV?

Q. I am looking at buying between a 40 to 50 inch wide screen flat panel television and would like to know the following differences between plasma and LCD:
-cost
-performance (longevity, clarity, gaming hook ups)
-track records (proven to last)
-weight (will it be able to hang on the wall with out major damage)
-best brands for plasma and LCD
-stores with the best deals
-do you recommend getting the extended warranty
-do you recommend getting the set up (I think it is a rip but want to know how easy each of them are to set up and hang on the wall)
-best for gaming.

I will be using this TV for gaming and watching sports and am looking for something that will show the details. I also would like something that would last longer since I will be spending a lot of money on it. Thanks in advance for all the help.

A. LCD TVs use an LCD panel to create the picture. It's the same LCD screen technology you find on laptop computers and digital cameras. Plasma TVs use gas suspended within glass panels and stimulated by an electrical field to create the picture.

Each technology has its advantages. Plasmas tend to have a better picture than LCD TVs, while LCD TVs promise better long-term reliability and freedom from screen burn-in worries.
LCD is available in small sizes such as 15 inches and go up from there, while plasma sets start over 30 inches in size. LCD tends to be more expensive than plasma TVs of the same size.

If I was buying one for myself, I would lean plasma because of the better picture quality -- the new Panasonics are especially good. In LCD sets Sony, Sharp and Toshiba are all very good, as is Samsung.

Bargain shoppers should check out the LCD sets from Westinghouse -- they have excellent pictures and are a great value at the asking price.

An HDTV standard has been in place in the United States for years. The new digital television specifications have many different available resolutions, not all of them HDTV.

To be considered HDTV broadcasts must be either 720p (720 progressively scanned lines) or 1080i (1080 interlaced lines).


Which Hdtv brand is best for an xbox 360. Which gives the best picture quality ?
Q. panasonic, pioneer, samsung, vizio.
Which one of these are the best out of the 4. Im thinking a vizio, am i wrong? Do any of u have these brands of hdtvs. Im buying a 50 inch 1080p hdtv. so which brand would give me the best picture quality while i play the xbox 360. Help please ?

A. I have a Samsung 450-series LCD, and I think it looks amazing! I turned the backlight down (video option), because when I initially got it I feared it was too bright, but now it's perfect.

I suspect all HDMI-capable 720p screens are going to meet your expectations.

I've also heard Sharps are good.





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How much would it cost to repair a Sony TV?

Q. Its a 42in LCD Sony HDTV Model KDF-E42A10. While it was being moved it got a little wet (very little). Now it has lines running across the screen..several about 40-50 lines. Some of the lines go away after it runs for about 30-45 mins. I'm pretty good with electronics but not repairs, I'm thinking about getting it repaired by a professional but I want to know how much it could possibly cost?

Any ballparks are greatly appreciated, thanks.

A. Forget trying to get your tv repaired. It will cost more money than just buying a new tv. The labor cost is very high. Go online to Home Theater Magazine and read the reviews on tv along with the pro and con of each technology. Sony quality have dropped and they are not very dependable at all. I purchased a Sony 34" CRT tv, the first HD tv in the marker for $6,400 and it only lasted 2 years. Also purchased 2 Sony DVD players model 7000 and 7700 both over $1,000 each when DVD first came out and they only lasted 2 years. I have a Pioneer Elite DVD player and it is over 6 years old and still running strong same goes for my Panasonic Blu Ray disc player model BD-10 the first generation and it is still running strong and over 300 blu ray disc played on it. I use Panasonic Plasma tv and a projector for my home theater and have had no problems. Hope this will help you out.


What is the problem with my Insignia LCD HDTV?
Q. It is a 50". The screen has a crack in it. I plug the cord in and the red light comes on. When I press it, a humming or buzzing sound is heard and the red light stays the same. Can anyone diagnose my problem and is it an easy fix?

A. Sounds like a broke LCD panel.





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Selasa, 15 Oktober 2013

Can a original 8 bit NES mess up my lcd hdtv or not?

Q. Does anybody know if a NES will break my lcd 3D hdtv, I dont have an old tv anymore and I was wondering if the old NES plays nice with the new LCD hdtv's. Thanks in advance.

A. Your 8 bit NES outputs the simplest of all video formats. If you use the audio & video out jacks on the right side and the hdtv has audio/video input jacks (which it should), then it won't mess it up. Don't try to use the RF switch that might have come with it.


Is a special tv needed to view 3d movies?
Q. I have an LCD HDTV and I noticed comcast had a 3D Movie available. I watched part of it and noticed the distorted image that should make a 3d object, but when I tried my 3d glasses I seen no difference. I know it's not a problem with my eyes since I seen 3d in theaters recently before. I just want to know if a tv needs to support it or whatever. Thanks!

A. no. you have been thinking of everything that could be causing a problem except for one. the one thing you didn't ask about is the glasses! there are different types of 3d glasses today if you would believe it. the olden style with blue and red and the new ones which look kinda grayish. don't know where you would get 3d glasses, where did u get yours? if you really cant figure it out just call the provider and ask them about the issue. i am sure of you had problems some other would too and they would have a solution.





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What store or website can i go to to find a 16ft, 10 amp, 125 volt power cable?

Q. I have a samsung lcd hdtv and the original cable isn't long enough to do what i'd like to do. Also, the end that goes into the tv is 90° connection. (The connector is a 3-pin female)

A. Check Monoprice.com.

What is it you want to do anyways? If it is wall mount the TV, you cannot run the cord in the wall, if that is what you want to do. You need to install a receptacle behine the TV, wired with the same type of wiring your home is wired with.


What is the best time to be at Best Buy for black Friday?
Q. I'm going to best buy for the Sharp 42" class LCD HDTV, and it's cost is $200. But theres only a minimum of 10 per Best Buy store. The store opens at 12:00 midnight friday. What would be the best time just to get the tv.

A. This question has been asked alot lately. Probably will be asked more the closer to D-Day it comes. That is probably the most popular item so chances are people will try to camp over night for it. If you really want it and do not mind missing thanksgiving dinner, I would start checking your local Best Buy stores the night before to see if lines are building. If they are, get in line then. If not, I would get up early Thanksgiving morning and head out there to wait. You have to have a ticket to get the HDTV. So your waiting in line for them to bring you a ticket, once they run out of tickets, that's all she wrote.





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Looking for customer reviews for Viore LC26VF59 26-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV?

Q. Where can I find reviews and opinions online for Viore LC26VF59 26-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

A. Price: $399.98 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping

Sharp's LC-26SB24U provides convenient 26" screen size class HDTV solutions with a distinctive design. The LC26SB24U features a high-performance LCD panel for high brightness, a high contrast ratio, low-reflection glare protection and wide viewing angles. Features: True 16:9 Aspect Ratio (1366 x 768) LCD Panel displays 16:9 widescreen programs in their native aspect ratio without the need for scaling or other video processing. Built-in ATSC / QAM / NTSC Tuners for DTV and analog TV viewing. High Brightness (500 cd/m2) Sharp LCD TVs are very bright, so you can put them virtually anywhere - even near windows, doors or other light sources - and the picture is still vivid. HDMI™ Input for convenient connection to digital devices. 160°H x 150°V Viewing Angles are so wide you can view Sharp LCD TVs from virtually anywhere in the room! 800:1 Contrast Ratio provides incredible images whether you're watching dark or bright scenes. 8ms Response Time ensures you will enjoy all fast motion video with minimal blur. PC Input easily turns your TV into a PC monitor.

Product Description
Sharp's LC-26SB24U provides a convenient 26" Class (26" Diagonal) HDTV solution with a distinctive design. The LC-26SB24U features a high-performance LCD panel for high-brightness, a high contrast ratio, low-reflection glare protection and wide viewing angles.

And for comparison:
Buy.com is currently asking $464.72 with free shipping.
Provantage has it for $445.57
B&H Photo offers it for $404.95 with free shipping.
And TheNerds.net comes in at the high end with $595.99.

Seems like it would make a nice addtion for a smaller room.


Question about hdtv and video games?
Q. i have an "HD" tv but no hd cables, therefore it runs in standard definition

When i play video games/ watch tv there is zero lag; so if i did upgrade to HD would that cause lag to be present? because i know there's lag on some hdtv's...thats pretty much the deal breaker for me.

A. Plasma all the way-Only thing Plasma Starts at 42" and goes up
-better and deeper blacks
-wider off angle viewing
-awesome for fast motion-600Hz refresh rate while the top LCDs/LEDs are only 240Hz-Best for gaming and sports watching
with a LCD you will have to drop it to 60Hz for gaming to help eliminate the lag
-No burn in-on new plasmas-was a problem 5 years ago
-they do use more power than the LCDs-But really if you cant afford the possible 3-5 bucks a month in and increase in your power bill-You do not need to be buying a big tv to begin with.
-The short life people are talking about equals about 10-15 years of watching. really who wont buy a new tv in 10 freaking years???
-I have my 65" Hung about 4' from a 72" window and even with the blinds open i have no trouble seeing it or get any annoying reflections. But The ceiling light that is behind the couch will reflect off it at night.

Right now the top Plasmas are made by Panasonic(according to Cnet, consumer reports and a few home video mags). Right now 50" 1080p ( i own this one and the 65" version) at best buy USA around 899 for the 50" 720p is 599

LED tvs are just a LCD with a LED back light instead of Florissant tubes!!!!!!!!!!
LED tvs ARE JUST LCD with different backlighting they still suffer all the drawbacks of LCD but are just brighter





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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.


What is the difference between HDTV and HDMI?
Q. I recently bought a LDC tv. Do I need to buy a Digital TV converter box?
I'm really confused between LCD and HDTV and HDMI. What is all of that about?

A. So I read through these answers and some of them sound like a 1st grader explaining that rain is gods tears. Some of the other answers are almost right. SO here is the real answer. LCD does in fact stand for liquid crystal display and is a type of screen that displays the picture passing light through small crystals. Not all LCD tv's are HD, it will say if it is an HDTV or not. A few years ago about half were HD and the other half just standard but now the majority of LCD televisions are HD. Also HD screens are wider giving you an aspect ratio of 16x9 which is rectangular as opposed to the older 4x3 aspect ratio that is more square. HDTV stands for high definition television, The "HD" is a signal displaying more lines of resolution than the old standard def. More lines results in a clearer more crisp picture. 1080p, 720p, 1080i, are the 3 different resolution line specs for HD broadcasts. Your HDTV may either be native 720p or native 1080p. A 1080p tv can display a 1080p signal which is considered the best of HD. Currently there are no networks that broadcast anything in 1080p, only bluray, XBOX360 and PS3 have 1080p content. All networks broadcast in 1080i or 720p. the number stands for the lines of resolution the letter "p" stands for progressive which is the way the tv scans the lines. Whether your tv is 1080p or 720p it will still receive all networks and if you have bluray or either game console it will still be in HD, the signal is just converted internally to 1080i so don't think you won't be able to display your xbox in HD, it just won't be 1080p and to tell you the truth, you wouldn't see a difference anyway between 1080p, 720p or 1080i. The "i" stands for interlaced which means the tv scans every other line starting with the odd numbers and then goes back and scans the even lines, all this is done at 60 times per second which gives you a picture. Progressive scans the lines straight down.

HDMI does indeed stand for high definition media interface and is a cable that is used to hook up an HDTV to HD devices such as HD cable boxes, bluray players, PS3, etc. The cable carries high def picture as well as digital audio all in 1 cable. You do not need to buy a digital tv converter box. Digital tv is not HD, its just a digital signal. In February 2009 tv is going digital, its not going HD. Basically it means that if you have an old tv and use rabbit ears antenna to get your signal and don't have a cable box or satellite then you would need a digital converter box to watch tv. This change over will affect maybe 15% of people who still use an old tv with an old antenna. In order to receive an HD signal you need an HD cable or satellite box.





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Senin, 14 Oktober 2013

What are the best Gaming TV’s for 1080p ‘HD gaming’ on Xbox 360 and PS3?

Q. I want to buy a new HDTV for 1080p HD gaming on my Xbox 360 and PS3. I’m not sure what type of HDTV type is best gaming, whether it be plasma, LCD, LED, 3D etc.

Can someone please guide me on what type of HDTV works best for these systems for video games? Thanks!

A. There are specific types of HDTV's that work well for gaming and other types that don't.

First off, Wii does not support HD-Gaming. Only PS3 and Xbox 360 do.

Second, the most important feature needed for HDTV gaming is a high refresh rate to reduce lag and blur on fast moving objects. Older plasma models do not support this. You need to see the objects onscreen without any time-lapse with clarity or your gaming experience degrades severely.

The best gaming TV's are LCD/LED technology HDTV's due to higher refresh rates and lower lag rates. There are however a few exceptions in the Plasma category that were developed with more modern lag reduction features. So you will want to look at the AQUOS and VIERA Series HDTV's.

Read up more about these TV's at the link provided.


What is the difference between LCD and LED television set? Which one has beeter quality and options?
Q. I need to change my TV and want to have more information about LCD and LED considering the difference between them. I really need to know which one has a better quality and more options.

A. I would definitely NOT recommend "buying the TV that looks best for you" because in most stores the lighting is so unlike what you're seeing at home and it makes the sets with great black level details like the Panasonic Viera plasma's, look not so different from the severaly underperforming in house brands like Insignia, Dynex, etc.

The best sets on the market are still plasma's and at those prices it's not surprising.

http://hdguru.com/how-retailers-use-lighting-to-confuse-hdtv-buyers/467

http://hdguru.com/the-new-king-of-hdtv-displays-panasonics-tc-p54v10-reviewed/458/

Some of the new LED sets are not true LED sets like the Sony XBR8 and Samsung 950 series. However despite the great blacks, motion reoslution and ANSI ratings these sets have they still suffer a LOT with viewing angle and blacks get washed out quickly.





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do i still need a converter box or special cable connection to get local channels on an lcd hdtv?

Q. We just bought a phillips lcd hdtv. We had dish sattlelight but no longer have it. What connections do we need to get basic channels?

A. As long as your new TV says it has a built in tuner you should be fine. All ya need is an antenna.

http://www.amazon.com/Terk-Amplified-High-Definition-Antenna-Reception/dp/B0007MXZB2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1250996299&sr=8-1


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





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Would it be a good deal to get a store display-stand 52 inch LCD HDTV in this price range?

Q. Ok, I'm thinking on buying a store display tv(checking that it works first, of course), a 52 inch lcd HDTV, brand is sharp.

The price range is 700-900.

Is that a good deal with today's market?
With regards to lag, it has 4ms response time.

A. its pretty good but be sure to take a look at the lag time. the higher the lag time the more blur you will experience.


I have a black horizontal line across the center of my SHARP Aquos LC52D62U 52 INCH LCD HDTV. I want to get it?
Q. I have a black horizontal line across the center of my SHARP Aquos LC52D62U 52 INCH LCD HDTV. I want to get it fix, but I do not want to be taken of advantage by being of over charged. What is likely the problem with this TV and how can I be sure that I will not be overcharged for some minor fix?

A. this source may help you : http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/416554





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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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Where is the best place to find an lcd tv for a low price?

Q. I'm looking for a place to find an hdtv under 20in and below 300 dollars. hopefully a name brand.

A. Amazon.com


What is the best 19" HDTV I can get for under $300?
Q. I am looking for a 19" HDTV that has a good tuner in it to scan for digital channels. The reason im saying that is because the one I have right now has a pretty bad DTV Tuner and I get no HD channels. I also want it to have a favorites feature when you can save your favorite channels. Please tell me if you can find any TV's like this for a good price, thanks

A. For your budget you can get good 22" tv , I would suggest Samsung LN22B460 22-Inch 720p LCD HDTV
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001U3Y8MM?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001U3Y8MM

or cheaper one Samsung LN22B360 22-Inch 720p LCD HDTV
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001U3Y8LI?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001U3Y8LI





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Minggu, 13 Oktober 2013

where can I buy a replacement screen for a 32 inch vizio hdtv?

Q. I have 32 inch LCD HDTV with a broken screen. I need a replacement screen for it new or refurbished, where can I get on ? Didn't find it on eBay or any other websites that I know of. HELP!

A. You won't because a tv with a broken screen is usually scrapped, it's too expensive to repair.


Sitting 14 feet away from a 32 inch LCD HDTV?
Q. I was planning on getting a 32 inch LCD HDTV but I read from amazing that I shouldn't be sitting more than 8 feet away in that case. Will there be a noticeable difference if I sit 14 feet away?

A. Its just like any other TV you may have owned or used in your lifetime. There is going to be a sweet spot in viewing distance. If you sit to close it might hurt your eyes. If you sit too far back you might lose a bit of the details on the screen. That's about it.

32" would have an optimal viewing distance more in the 4-6 feet kind of range. So in watching it from 14 feet away, you likely will not see some of the finer details in the programming you watch. But that doesn't mean you still won't see and enjoy the programming. I think the biggest impact it might have is for sports and trying to follow a small object (puck, golf ball, etc.). But most news and like drama or comedy TV shows should be fine. Even movies off of BluRay or such would be fine, they just won't be "optimal" (but optimal is a subjective thing anyway).

You didn't mention why you're going at 32" though? Are you looking at that size cause of budget or cause of restrictions of how physically big the TV can be in the spot you're putting it. If its physical size and you're stuck, well not much you can do. If its budget, I would honestly consider a 42" 720p Plasma. You can pick up one of those without going a lot higher than a good 32" would cost you.

A good quality 32" set is likely going to float you in around $400, maybe a bit less. A 42" Plasma from ABC Warehouse can be had for $539 (I'd recommend the Panasonic one). Right now there are 3 42" 720p Plasmas on sale at ABC Warehouse for $539. So yes it is definitely more than a 32" set, but 42" isn't completely unattainable I would think. And 720p is all you need at 42", especially at 14 feet back. If you can manage that, I think it would give you a bit better result.





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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


What is the best 32 inch HDTV for Gaming?
Q. I am getting a 32 inch for college, and I play xbox alot in my downtime, i dont really watch alot of tv, just game. What would be the best HDTV for gaming in the 32 inch class?

A. Samsung, with at least 120 hz. refresh rate.... I would stay away from Sony, they are having issues with many new models being returned or replaced... You may still get lag from any LCD/LED while playing games, due to the slow response time of those type TV's.. Plasma is good and fast, but not available in that size..





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How Do You Clean a LCD TV And, Or Monitor Screens?

Q. I used the cleaning wipes that came with my LCD LED HD 3D monitor but it keeps leaving big streaks. i used it on my LCD HDTV and it did the same. So Please tell me how, and what do you clean them with, without leaving ugly streaks?

Both are Samsung brands if that matters.

A. Use Microfiber.

Don't press hard. This can cause damage.

Possible use of 50/50 distilled water and vinegar.

http://pcsupport.about.com/od/maintenance/ht/cleanflatscreen.htm


What's the difference if any between a Plasma 3D TV and a LED 3D?
Q. Plasma seems to be cheaper and I've enjoyed a normal one with blu ray dvds but I want to upgrade to 3D. Also worth mentioning is that I play a lot of Playstation 3 and my computer is also be hooked up to the TV,

A. Not much but some difference, main difference is that LED LCD HDTV 3D uses less energy hence more energy efficient than Plasma 3D, some of the high end Plasma TV's are just as energy efficient, so soon there won't be that much difference as far as energy consumption is concerned ..I have tried both and like the LED LCD HDTV 3D best when playing games..just be sure that whichever TV you decide on that the TV Display is 1080p with 120Hz refresh rating.. here is link that will help you decide which one you like most :)

http://plasmatvbuyingguide.com/3dtv/plasma-3d-vs-lcd-3d.html





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What is the difference between CRT, DLP and LCD projection and what should I buy for best quality/value?

Q. I am looking to spend around $1000-$2000

A. LCD flatscreens are a lot lighter than Plasma TVs which weigh over a 100 lbs. Nevertheless, LCD flatscreens may have limited viewing angles and can suffer from dead pixels. While Plasma TVs are very suspectible to ghosting which is the result of having a fixed image inadvertently left on the screen for a long period of time. This fixed image will literally remain as a ghost image backgrounded to the screen. Usually the solution is to install a floating screen savers which is activated when the screen is not active.

And then there are rear projection LCD's and DLP's which use mirror panels and color wheels to filter and project a very large screen image [ranging from 65" to 72" diagonally measured]. The major concern is replacement cost of lamps which usually cost between $200 - $300 and last any number of hours depending on how the TV is shut off. Failing to properly shut down either LCD or DLP units which involves leaving on the main fan running for some 20 minutes -- will result in early failure of projection lamps. And there's the added concern regarding the use of "organic" material which make up the LCD panels/mirrors and usually causes the blue panel to fade over a period of time. So you may have to look forward to purchasing a new LCD projection TV. But getting back to DLP projection TV, there is the issue of viewers seeing the dreaded "rainbow effect" which are color flashes appear in highly contrasty dark scenes. Their sighting can cause headaches and is quite annoying to the viewers. And a possible cure is to choose a color wheel which operates faster than 3X; say 4X which seems to be the threshold speed that virtually eliminates the rainbow effect.

And finally, we should also consider the "ultimate, best" TV technology: "Front Projection."

You may well want to check out another technology: DLP front projection which produces a movie-like experience of HD television, DVDs, videos and games. And according to Consumer Reports, "front projection has a superior image -- better than CRT's, LCDs or plasma."

Check out the reviews for a "92" DLP generated [front projection] TV image at amazon.com by submitting the search query: "Infocus SP4805." There are any number of customer submitted pictures of projected HDTV image(s) along with other high-quality regular DVD-movie images projected on bare white wall surfaces. And the price for a refurbished ScreenPlay 4805 is about $550 with lamps costing around $330 which will last around 4,000 hours. Also check out various reviews at Consumer Reports [November 2005 & December 2006] in which front projection is rated "superior" to plasma, lcd.

Good luck!


What is the best way to connect an HP Pavilion dv6700 Laptop to an LCD Television. ?
Q.

A. well if you have an hdmi port on your tv then use that otherwise use a vga cable

here is a link to an hdmi cable i would buy it online it would cost you ALOT more at bestbuy

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Premium-1-3-Gold-6-ft-HDMI-Cable-for-PS3-1080p-HDTV_W0QQitemZ260349695886QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item260349695886&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1234|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1309|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50

here is a link to vga
http://cgi.ebay.com/6FT-6-SVGA-VGA-MONITOR-M-M-MALE-TO-MALE-EXTENSION-CABLE_W0QQitemZ380093476416QQcmdZViewItemQQptZPCA_Cables_Adapters?hash=item380093476416&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1234|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1308|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50

and if you want sound use this

http://cgi.ebay.com/3-5MM-6-FT-MALE-HEADSET-HEADPHONE-STEREO-AUDIO-CABLE_W0QQitemZ190282598365QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item190282598365&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50

easy as that hdmi is your best bet





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