Sabtu, 21 September 2013

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.


How do I change the channel so its on games?
Q. I own a Sony Bravia LED LCD HDTV 3D.
We got it a few days ago and we have no idea how to get on the channel it needs to be on in order to play games.

Thanks in advance!!! :)
Sorry if this is in the wrong category... I had no idea where else to put it. :/

A. AV typically would be the channel which can be seen on the remote as an arrow pointing into a box, usually at the top. Your tv however sounds new so if you have hooked your tv to say and xbox 360 or ps3 using a HD cable then it would be on one of the HD channels, to view the list of channels press 'source' on your remote, if you are using a scart lead (i.e. red, yellow and white needles) then it will be on the scart channel. Look at the back of your TV to see which port you have inserted the cable from the console into, then go to that channel.





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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.


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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Will 1080p HDTVs price drop by JAN 2011?

Q. I missed out on 'BLACK FRIDAY' due to low funds and wanna know if I would get similar good deals on HDTVs by Jan of 2011? My Preference... 42"-46" 1080p 160hz to 240hz. Please honest answers only. Thanks!

A. LCD 1080P models every 6 month will drop about 5 %. as LCD TV soon will replace by LED TV.
in next 3 months , after Jan 2011 Mose of the OLD MODELS 1080P LCD TV -- very sure could be another 10 % to 16 % lower .some OLD LED models could be 5 to 8 % lower .
those local house brand ( off brand ) usually clear stock after year end,could be up to $ 200 to 300 Discount , but beware of " reliability "..
if you are looking for 120 HZ / 240 HZ 1080P consider High End products. such range LED TV may not getting good prices in next 3 months.
but very sure , you get good discount for 1080P big screen 120 / 240 HZ LCD TV after new year 01 01 2011 .


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.





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What is the best way to watch dvds on a lcd hdtv? I hava an xbox360 but thinking about buying an upscaler?

Q. I might invest in a upscaling dvd to hddvd player. Should I? I have a 26" samsung lcd hdtv with hdmi input. Also, if I should, which should i get?

A. you dont need to invest in to it so soon. xbox 360 attached to hdtv via component input shows great picture. hddvd and blueray are two new upcoming formats but still a lot of controversy going on now. so better wait and enjoy normal dvds on 360 via component cable and relax.
cheers


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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Jumat, 20 September 2013

How do I make my LCD HDTV clear?

Q. I just bought an LCD HDTV, and I am using regular comcast cable. The picture is not clear. I believe I need an hd tuner or something, but the picture is really grainy. Do I have to subscribe to hdtv, or just get a tuner, or both? FYI, the quality is pretty bad right now with niether a tuner or a subscription to hdtv. I'm confused.

A. Do you have a HD cable box ? If not you need to go and get one. Without the HD box there is no HD signal. You get the Box from your cable provider.


How do I get rid of this annoying green tint on my HDTV?
Q. I own an Ultravision LCD HDTV and it has an annoying green tint that we cannot get rid of! We have tried adjusting all the different visual settings including tint of course, but nothing comes close to getting rid of the tint. We've also tried unplugging cords and making sure they are tight. Any ideas on what we could do would be greatly appreciated!

A. Is it green all over,or is the green splotchy? Usually a consistent green tint all over the picture can be adjusted out by a tech,if you're talking about a picture that is "passably" green. If you have a green blob in the middle of the screen,that's a bad light engine,probably,and I'd shop for a new set. Hitachi has had this problem on many of their *projection* LCD TVs.





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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 do I set up my tv so my wii screen fits the whole screen?

Q. I have a 40" lcd hdtv. When I hook up my wii to it, it doesn't fill up the whole screen, only about 3/4 of it, with 2 vertical black stripes at each end of the screen. I've tried the wii widescreen settings to no avail, and i've played around with my tv settings as well but no luck.

A. See if there's a "Screen" button on your TV remote control.If there is press it until you reach the sreen size you want.


Will the game slows down if I connect my computer to a 37 inch hdtv?
Q. I have a very good gaming video card and 2 gb of ram. Anyways my computer is already connected with 22 inch hdtv. And i want to disconnect it and connect to my other T.V which is 40 inch hdtv. If i play games with that 37 inch hdtv. Will my games slow down? How much would it affect it? Will it be good enough to play games?

A. That depends partly on how good the 40" HDTV is. The larger the screen size the higher the refresh rate you want. The standard refresh rate for LCD screens is 60Hz. If the other HDTV you have is 120Hz, or even 240Hz, then it should be alright. Also, if it has a Gaming Mode, then that will help reduce any "stuttering" so you don't have any delayed reaction between joystick and game movement.





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Best portable video chat laptop for $400?

Q. With Black Friday 2011 coming up, I'm looking for a $400 laptop with these specs:
-Must weigh less than 5 lbs.
-Good resolution LCD/LED screen
-Good camera and built in microphone
-Good wireless receiver

This laptop will primarily be used for video chatting (Skype), microsoft word/excel/powerpoint, and surfing the web. Will not be playing any games on this computer, however will possibly be watching dvds or streaming youtube. I would also expect it to have a video out to connect to an external monitor or an HDTV.

What is the best $400 laptop for the above?

A. hello,if you want to watch youtube, you can use this:

http://www.powerpoint-converter.org/powerpoint-to-youtube.html

to do it easily...


does a LG 47LW5300 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz Cinema 3D LED-LCD HDTV have a pc port?
Q. and anyother ports like hdmi usb things of that sorce

A. No, LG is just an descent quality TV manufacturer. They have a high repair rate. I would prefer Samsung over LG because of its LED and picture quality. Go for the top of the line TVs for 2011, including the UN46d7000 or UN46d8000. These are the best sets in the market today, including 3D as well.





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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.


What is the best way to watch dvds on a lcd hdtv? I hava an xbox360 but thinking about buying an upscaler?
Q. I might invest in a upscaling dvd to hddvd player. Should I? I have a 26" samsung lcd hdtv with hdmi input. Also, if I should, which should i get?

A. you dont need to invest in to it so soon. xbox 360 attached to hdtv via component input shows great picture. hddvd and blueray are two new upcoming formats but still a lot of controversy going on now. so better wait and enjoy normal dvds on 360 via component cable and relax.
cheers





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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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How can I adjust my computers settings to accept HDMI over VGA?

Q. I just got a new tv, Element 32" Class 720P LCD HDTV. Since it has an HDMI port, as does my laptop (Acer Aspire, Windows 7, 64-bit), I was trying to hook them up together. My brother got the same tv, and has a desktop (with Vista), I'm pretty sure the same HDMI cord as the one I'm trying to use. His works, but mine does not. I was wondering if anyone could provide any insight as to if I'm physically doing something wrong when connecting them, or if there's just a compatibility issue itself. When I go into my settings to tell my computer to display the device on HDMI, the only two options are Mobile PC Display or Display Device on: VGA. I set the tv to the correct HDMI setting, of that I'm sure because my brother was helping me out a bit. I don't know much technical stuff about PC's, so if I'm missing something that seems like it should be obvious, I apologize in advance for my lack of knowledge in this area. Any suggestions appreciated :)

A. Press the Windows Key plus P, or the Fn+funtion key with the screen icon on it.


Do other remotes work with the Viore HDTV?
Q. Viore 32'' Class 720p LCD HDTV, LC32VH55. I am looking at this tv and I read that other remotes do not work with it. I have tivo and dish network, will my dish network and tivo remote work with this tv? If not how will I see my guide, programs,and channel info?

A. No they won't work....reliably.

You want the Viore original remote





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Kamis, 19 September 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 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).





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What would the best selection be for a LCD or Plasma TV for an office conference room?

Q. We would be putting up spread sheets and the like on the screen as well as power point presentations.

What features should I look for?
Brands and models would be appreciated. We are looking in the 47" or so range.

A. You totally need to be careful about getting caught up in hype over features that make watching TV or movies or such better. That's not going to be an issue for you. But can add significant cost. So you can ditch those things and save a tone of money.

So ignore 120Hz/240Hz rates. Great for sports, action movies, and gaming. Way overkill for your needs (and adds a lot of $). Ignore LED LCD. Again great for other types of uses, but way overkill for you (and huge expense). But do go with LCD. I think that's far better suited for the kind of corporate uses you talk about (a Plasma would be good if you were a TV production company only).

But I disagree with the other comment about 720p. I think you should go for 1080p to get full 1920x1080 resolution. Your LCD TV is just there to serve as a really large scale computer monitor really. So I would go with one with greater resolution incase you need it. If you want to tone down the resolution you can, but at least you have the option to do 1920x1080 if you want.

Definitely look out for VGA or DVI ports. That way its easy to hook up laptops to the TV. Most sets in that size range will have such, but just double check.

I would look to Samsung, Sony, Sharp, or LG at that size. I think you'll get a good option from any of them. They are all top tier brands. As for some example options,

Samsung LN46B530 - 46" CCFL LCD 1080p 60Hz - http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-LN46B530-46-Inch-1080p-HDTV/dp/B001U3Y8OU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1257205600&sr=8-4 - $1,074 Amazon

Sony KDL-46V5100 - 46" CCFL LCD 1080p 120Hz - http://www.amazon.com/Sony-BRAVIA-KDL-46V5100-46-Inch-1080p/dp/B001T9N0EO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1257205829&sr=1-1 - $1,099 Amazon (normally I wouldn't bother with the 120Hz, but Sony gives it to you here at a decent price)

Sharp Aquos LC46D65U - 46" CCFL LCD 1080p 60Hz - http://www.amazon.com/Sharp-Aquos-LC46D65U-46-Inch-1080p/dp/B001E8YQ1Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1257205920&sr=1-1 - $950 Amazon

All of those have VGA PC inputs. So you'd be in good shape. Any of those would serve you well. I kind of like the Sony option as it falls within a similar price range as the others but adds in the 120Hz. Again, while not necessary for your needs, it could be had for a decent price and so if you ended up showing something with some fast motion on it for some reason, it would be a bit better suited than the other choices.

Also use cnet.com to do your own review checks if you want.


How much is it for a knew screen on an LCD Sharp 46" TV?
Q. The screen on the tv is broken like cracked and different colors. Not an actual crack you can only tell when the tv is on. How much should this be?

A. You are not going to find a replacement part for your tv. Manufacturer will just replace the whole tv if it is covered under the factory warranty. Due to the cost of labor, if is not cost effective in replacing. Panasonic Plasma tv is the most reliable tv in the market and is still considered to have the best picture quality of all tv. Go online to Home Theater Magazine and read the reviews on tvs, along with the pro and con of each technology. If you read yahoo questions all the time, you will notice that 95% of tv problems comes from LCD or LED tv and 95% of those are the bargain price tv. Sharp is considered a bargain tv. Hope this will help you out.





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What is the difference between LCD, LED, and Plasma screen televisions.?

Q. I'm planning on buying a new TV soon, but there are so many display options. I don't know too much about the difference in LCD, LED, and Plasma. I know that one of them has like a light shining off the back or the side of the TV and thats the one that I don't want. Can somebody help me with this information.

A. For many years, the CRT technology was the dominant technology in television sets. However, in the past few years, there has been a significant improvement in the technology, which has seen the introduction of LCD, plasma and LED televisions. Each of these new technologies has its strong points in the method that it displays images, among other features. The features for each type of these technologies are as below.




As with most electronics, it is recommended that you first do your research before choosing a HDTV. By doing research, you can ensure you choose a quality television that you will enjoy. There are many different sites that post reviews, and reviewing what other customers have said is really important. A good example of a page is one that displays Panasonic Viera TC-P54G25 reviews. Such sites not only provides expert reviews, but more importantly, also supply customer reviews.

When researching a television, it is also important to look at the differences in the technologies. The next few section outlines the three technologies that you will find in a HDTV.

What is an LCD TV?
The acronym LCD stands for Liquid Crystal Display. This technology was created to replace the CRT technology. A LCD TV is a significant improvement in the way pictures are displayed due to the mode of display involved.

LCD technology uses two major components to display, namely; Cold Cathode Florescent Lamps or CCFLs and molecules of liquid crystals. The CCFLs are used to illuminate the liquid molecules with white light, and as the light passes through, an image is created.

A LCD TV has the following advantages over a CRT TV; flat and much lighter, a higher resolution, wider viewing angle of up to 175 degrees, lower power consumption, resistant to ‘burn in’ due to static images, and are ideal for naturally lit environments. However, there are some disadvantages to this technology such as a low contrast ratio and inability to achieve true black picture quality.





What is a Plasma TV
The shortcomings of LCD TV led to the development of Plasma Display Panel, otherwise known as a plasma TV. With this technology, images are created from gases containing neon and xenon atoms.

Plasma TV technology boasts of a rich variation of colors, due to an advanced color generation feature, that is able to generate true black picture quality.

The viewing distance and angles are also wider, ranging from 160 and up to 180 degrees, which is more than what can be achieved with a LCD TV. A plasma TV also has a higher lifespan than LCD TV. The downside of this technology is that the viewing capability, especially the brightness is greatly diminished in poor lighting conditions, lower resolution, and an irreparable back light.


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.





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Will a HDMI cable really change the picture quality of my LCD?

Q. I just bought a 46" Samsung LCD HDTV 1080 and was wondering how to get a better picture quality could anyone tell me what type and brand HDMI cable to buy? Would it really make a difference?

A. Of course the picture will look better with HDMI but only if your going to have a high definition source coming from it like HD cable, blu ray player, or a dvd upconverter, or ps3. But if your going to not have an HD source than a HDMI cable is useless.


Brand doesnt matter and the difference from a Monster HDMI Cable and a Phillips HDMI cable is minimal to no difference at all. so dont let the best buy employees rip you.


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..





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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.


Which Tv is Better? Toshiba,Vizio,Samsung, or LG?
Q. I have a Dynex 42". I need to buy a new tv. So I was stuck at these. Toshiba 42" 1080p LED HDTV or VIZIO 42" 1080p LCD HDTV or Samsung 46" 1080p LCD HDTV or LG 42" 1080p LED-LCD HDTV? PLEASE HELP.

A. vizio and Lucky Goldstar tv's are CRAP, toshiba thats ok better than vizio and lg, but samsung they are the best, they win more awards for there tv's than lg, toshiba and vizio put together,


but if your wanting the BEST tv' its a panasonic plasma tv's they win more awards than any other tv manufacture,,

they are that good that they won 5 awards in the WHAT HI-FI 2011 Best tv awards, samsung won 2 awards Lucky Goldstar won NOTHING, thats due to there is better tv's available





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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.


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





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Rabu, 18 September 2013

How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and...

Q. How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and to the xbox brand hd dvd player????

A. Just use wires. It is like hooking up any other TV that is not on the wall. You can let them hang down and have a very unprofessional look or you can buy wires that are rated to go in the wall (make sure they are to avoid any code violations or insurance issues later) and then it will look more professional. Either way, you cannot run the power cord through the wall by law. Your best bet is, depending on the type of surround sound receiver you have, is to run all the wires into that and then 1 wire out to the TV.


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.





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what is the acceptable level of contrast ratio in lcd tv?

Q. looking for a best deal lcd hdtv one offers 1000:1 contrast ratio and other offers 1600:1.

like to know if this makes any difference?

A. The quote contrast ratio by various brands are proven incorrect by "What Video" [a magazine with over 25 years of tv reviews and its own lab with unique equipment to test new TVs specifications]. For example, Samsung's new models has a qoute contrast ratio of 10000:1, where Panasonic Viera has only 3000:1, when compared, Panasonic's plasma has a much better contrast ratio. Grey scaling is another aspect when quoted, it's usually not acturate. Various brands try to boast their specifications to attract consumers, this is a undeniable true. Therefore when u are buying a HDTV, look for the brand. Sony, Panasonic are always in the top league of LCD tvs. Now a Panasonic TXL60 even has a built-in SD card slot for recording of TV programmes directly into the TV itself. U can save alot for a dvd recorder for that =). If u are very picky about the pictures and colors of a LCD TV, never look for other brands then Sony's Bravia and Panasonic. Trust me. =)


What stores give deals on multiple tv purchases?
Q. I am looking to buy 3 lcd hdtv's and wall mounts for them. I want to go to a store that will give me a good deal on all my items and not just charge me full price. What stores usually do this? I live in the Houston area.

A. Sam's Club if you have a business account with them.





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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.


Can LCD HDTV bought in US be used in Singapore or Malaysia?
Q. Thinking of buying a 32 or 37 in Samsung or others LCD HDTV in USA and taking it back to my Mum in Singapore, can this be used there if the power input is universal? I know in Singapore it is PAL but isn't there a setting in menu for either NTSC or Pal, by switching it over n will it work?

A. I don't think so. The actual electricity power may be different and the number of "cycles" per second, never mind the shape of the plug. Also there would be no warranty. Better you just buy her one when you get to Singapore.





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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.


Does Basic Cable work with HDTV Television sets?
Q. Hi, im moving into a new student apartment this fall and they have timewarner basic cable channels and no hd box/channels.

If i buy an hdtv (plasma, lcd, led)...will I be able to watch the channels without a problem? Would the channel look blurry or anything?

I have no experience, so plz help. thanks.

A. Usually the HD version of the major networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, etc.) come with basic cable for free.

However - some systems require a box because they let the direct coax carry the old analog TV signal for people who have not upgraded to either a digital television or a HDTV.

You basically need to call that version of Timewarner cable to find out the details.

My TimeWarner here in LA gave me basic cable and a HD-DVR box for about $29/month. They told me I had to get the box to get the HD channels, but they did not charge extra for the HD channels or the box. What they really wanted was me using the box for on-demand. They had a great selection of free and low-fee shows.





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What is the best LCD HD TV to purchase that is 46 inch or 52 inch and what is the best price for it?

Q. Looking at Sony Bravia 52inch Lcd HD TV and the Sharp Aquos 52 inch LCD HD TV. Which is best and what is the best price for it?

A. a few sony LCD HDTVs models are rated really well. In general I would go with a Sony over a Sharp. As for price, need some specs (ie resolution 720p or 1080p) to better determine prices.


what brand of lcd hdtv has the best repair history?
Q. I'm looking to buy a 52 inch LCD TV. What brand is most reliable? Also, what accessories do I need? Some people recommend the UPS instead of the expensive power surge protector.

A. Don't go by a single brand for your decision. You should look at specific models. Every brand makes stronger and weaker models. You want to get a good middle to high end model to best ensure you're getting the best parts.

All of the big name brands are going to be fairly comparable though reliability wise. Look to Panasonic (if you consider Plasma), Samsung, Sony, and LG. I think a set from any of those will serve you well from day of purchase until you're ready to buy again.

You likely want an HDMI cable, or two. Stick with no-name, generic brands. There are loads of consumer reports that have show the generic brands provide 100% equal quality as the big name, expensive options. Look to computer stores or online at like amazon.com, monoprice.com, bluejeanscable.com, etc. for good cheap cables. There's no need to spend more than $15 on a cable unless you're buying something of extreme length.

A UPS is handy to have sure, but we're not talking about needing to save documents here. UPS is good for a computer so the machine doesn't just turn off in a power outage. On your TV you just want to be worried about surge, so a good protector there is good enough really. Unless maybe the electricity in your area is really bad, in which case a UPS that also conditions the electricity might well be worth the investment.





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Should I get a Nintendo Wii now or wait until E3?

Q. I'm afraid they might announce something new like Wii2

One more question, can the Wii connect to Lcd HDTV? I heard that the wii is not support HDTV.

A. ok, the "WII HD" right now is slated for 2011 and GameStop is going to do the hole trade in your old one for like $100 of thing again so i say you should buy one now, and from what i understand is that the Wii can connect to HDTV but there wont be any difference because it only supports like 480p but they sell third party wires for Wii to HDTV


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.





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How do I make my Playstation 2 high definition?

Q. I have a 46 inch LCD HDTV. What do I need to get to make my playstation high def. as well??

A. Impossible. Its not an HD console. I'd suggest buying a PS3, because the graphics are amazing...


What is the correct viewing distance for a 40/46 inch HDTV?
Q. Hi,

I am thinking about buying either a 40 inch or a 46 inch HD TV. I would like to know if anyone can tell me the correct viewing distance for both of these screen sizes? My living room is quite big so space is not a problem, but our sofas are currently quite close to the TV so need to know if I will need to move them back a certain distance?

A. You're going to be happier with the bigger screen at any distance except in a very small room. Our viewing distance is about 10 feet. When we upgraded from a 27 inch CRT to a 46 inch LCD, the new TV looked like a monster. Within a couple days, we'd acclimated to the nice big picture and now we wouldn't have it any smaller.





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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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Selasa, 17 September 2013

Should I wait to buy a nice an LCD HDTV or go big now?

Q. Basically I've done hours of research on different types of LCD's. I have came done to instead of spending the extra money not just buy a cheap 32in LCD HDTV on black friday then in two years sell that and buy a nice 37in.


Do you think it would be worth the wait?

A. nope been there done that, once you have your tv your going to regret going to small! and like they say go big or go home!


What's the difference between an Hd ready tv and an actual hdtv ?? also which is better of the two the lcd
Q. which is better that comes with those two, the lcd hdtv or the lcd hd ready tv? IM comfused and dont want to waste my money. Also if I were to buy a xbox 360 what dpi do i need for it? and how would i find it on the advertisement or in the store?

A. For an Xbox 360, the best resolution is 1080p, so an HDTV that offers this resolution will be what you want. An HDTV-Ready television does not have a built-in HD receiver, while an HDTV does. Look at the picture quality of different sets and determine the best one for your needs -and voila!

H a p p y
G a m i n g !





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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.


How will the prices for LCD HDTVs change in 2008?
Q. I've noticed some major stores selling 42-inch widescreen LCD HDTVs for under a thousand bucks... it's a lot of money to drop for something that will contribute only to my sitting around and being unproductive, but still, at that price, it's tempting.

I'm wondering, will the prices for such TVs continue to drop (especially around / after holiday season) or is at at a plateau for the time being?

A. The new 12/07 Consumer Reports magazine projects a price drop of 25-30% over the next year for popular size plasmas and LCDs. Generally speaking, the best times of the year to buy a TV on sale is in April, July, and November.





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what's the difference like when playing blu ray on a 720p hdtv rather than a 1080p?

Q. i have a 42" samsung 720p lcd hdtv. is it still worth getting a blu ray player?

is there a noticeable or big difference between using a 720p and 1080p when playing blu ray?

A. At that display size, there will be very little difference. The differences are much more noticeable at 50" or higher. Blu-ray is still worth it at the resolution you have though.


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.





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When is the best time to buy a new tv? Before or after the Superbowl?

Q. Could someone give a brief overview of the differences between LED and HDTV? (I am thinking of purchasing something around 40 inches.)
Also, my purchase would not have to coincide with a Superbowl party. Do you think that prices would be better before or after the game? Or is there a better time of year to purchase a new televsion as new models are introduced?

A. There are 3 type of HDTV which popular in market now LCD HDTV, Plasma HDTV and LED HDTV.

Plasma uses gas plasma cells charged by precise electrical voltages to create a picture.

LCD screens (liquid crystal display) are in layman's terms sandwiches made up of liquid crystal pushed in the space between two glass plates. Images are created by varying the amount of electrical charge applied to the crystals

LED-backlit LCD television or LED TV is an LCD TV that uses LED backlighting rather than fluorescent lights used in traditional LCD televisions

Each technology have their pro & con, here are pro & con for your decision

Pros of Plasma
- Better contrast ratio
- better ability to render deep blacks, more color depth,
- better motion tracking (response time)
- more availability in very large screen sizes.

Cons of Plasma
- more susceptible to burn-in (although this is not as much of a factor now, due to technology improvements in the past few years)
- more heat generation (as well as more power consumption)
- screen glare in brightly lit rooms
- heavier weight, and more delicate to ship.
Good brand that I would recommend for Plasma is Panasonic or Samsung
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Pros of LCD
- LCD television advantages include no burn-in susceptibility
- cooler running
- less screen glare, more functional at high altitudes
- longer display life (although improvements are being made in Plasma screen life)
- looks better in brightly lit rooms
- less power consumption than Plasma.
Cons of LCD
- Lower contrast ratio
- not as good rendering deep blacks
- not as good at tracking motion (although this is improving, especially with the implementation of 120Hz refresh rates (and some now offer 240Hz) on higher-end models).
Good brand for LCD that I would recommend is Samsung or Sony
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Pros & Cons of LED is almost same as LCD but LED come with better contrast ratio,better picture quality , super slim and 40% less power consumption but higher price
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There are good deals before Superbowl party and another good time is around March which there will be new model out and price of old model will drop down.


Do you still own a CRT television, if so what is your reasoning for not getting rid of it yet?
Q. In my house we own 3 flat screen HDTV's I bought the first two and my mother bought a very expensive third, what's your reason for not switching to the HD flat screen era of TV's?

A. Yes I do. In fact, I have two houses with a total of six televisions. All of them are CRTs, and all of them still work perfectly fine. One of them I bought this past April. The tricksters at the store I bought it at tried putting the display model right under a 52 inch 1080p Sony Bravia, but with my knowledge of televisions and my own two eyes comparing it to similarly-sized LCD HDTVs in the store, I saw that it produced a picture that was no worse than the LCDs, in fact I thought it was better. And this is why:
1. LCDs do not produce contrast anywhere near the levels of CRTs. Even LED-backlit models cannot match the black level of CRT televisions.
2. The response time on LCDs is inherently slow enough that motion blur can be observed in fast-action scenes, especially models with 60 Hertz refresh rates while watching movies. No such thing has ever existed with the CRT in its 100+ year history.
3. The viewing angles of LCD displays are relatively narrow. No matter how the manufacturers try to report them, I KNOW when I'm looking at the TV from off to the side or below and the contrast is going to zero. With my CRT television placed about 4 feet to the right of my desk, I can watch TV while working at my desk, and not see incorrect colors.
4. Speaking of colors, the CRT accurately reproduces the colors, as it is not backlit by a fluorescent light producing light of inconsistent wavelengths that cannot match up with the wavelengths of light that the liquid crystals can block.

The icing on the cake? The CRT cost me about half as much as a comparably-sized LCD would have cost me. And guess what, its screen IS flat. (In general for electronics you get what you pay for, but only when comparing TVs of the same display type.)

In addition, I don't have HD programming or a Blu-Ray player, the only gaming I ever do is with a PS2 (non-HD), and I still watch a lot of DVDs and VHS tapes. Non-HD content always looks WORSE on a HDTV of fixed-pixel (non-CRT) technology because of the scaling and de-interlacing that must take place. If I need better picture quality on cable, I just switch to the digital cable channel.

Resolution is NOT as important of a spec as many people and HDTV manufacturers make it out to be. Your eye notices contrast, color, and smoothness (including fast response time) before it notices resolution. When watching constant motion video as on TV, your eye focuses on the motion and changes, the whole picture, rather than on fine details.

Finally, I would like to clear up the misconception that CRT televisions cannot be HDTVs. There were a number of 1080i CRT HDTVs made from the late '90s until about 2 years ago, from a number of brands including Sony, Samsung, RCA, Toshiba, Philips, Panasonic, and others, as well as CRT rear-projection by even more companies. You can take a 21 inch CRT computer monitor with a resolution of 1920x1440 or higher and hook up a HDTV source to a VGA transcoder, and there you have a small 1080p HDTV. And many CRT projectors could display higher than 1080p; the BarcoReality 909 could throw a resolution of 3200x2560p (almost 4 times the resolution of 1080p).

When the time comes for a new TV, it will probably be a plasma. If SED or FED TVs are out by then, I would also consider those.

Hope this answers your question.





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How do I set up a soundbar for my HDTV (for use with XBOX 360, blu-ray, etc)?

Q. I want to buy a soundbar. I have a Panasonic TC-L32X2 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV with iPod Dock.

I'd like to buy the Philips CSS2123B/F7 SoundBar Home Cinema Speakers

First of all, are they compatible with each other? Would I need to purchase a coaxial cable to connect the TV to the soundbar? I have an XBOX 360, blu-ray player, and Wii U all connected to the TV via HDMI ports. Would I be able to hear sound from those devices if the soundbar is connected to the TV or does it have to be connected to the specific device in use at the time?

Your help is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

A. Yes.

You will be connecting the TV to the soundbar via optical cable and the setting then TV speakers to External in the user menu. Then connect everything using HDMI and your cooking with gas.

Hope that helps.


What do i need to complete my HD setup, and is afforadable?
Q. I have a 26" LG LCD HDTV and a XBOX 360 and i wouls like to get some HD surround sound speakers and watch DVD's in HD quality, what should i get that is not thousands of dollars?

A. First of all, make 100% sure that your tv is an HDTV, and isn't HD ready or an HD monitor.

Right now, the standard xbox360 cannot play movies in HD. I believe it converts standard dvds to 420i to 720i signals. They're going to market an add-on hd-dvd player for the 360 that'll allow you to play hd-dvds on your 360, the add-on should cost around $200. Get that, then you can really watch movies in true HD (remember, you'll have to buy HD-DVD discs. They cost like $25 at the moment. They can play dvds, but will not be in HD).

Also, make sure you have the component cables, as the standard AV cables (red, yellow, white) cannot play any HD formats. I'm sure your tv has them, but make sure you have component inputs (red, blue, green) for the component cables. I'm not sure if the hd-dvd add-on will use DVI or HDMI, but those are both useful inputs as well.

And, for surround sound from your 360, a standard theatre-in-a-box that has Dolby Digital, DTS, etc will work. You'll just need an optical audio cable to run from your 360 to the theatre receiver, as the red and white audio cables cannot support DD or DTS, only stereo and mono.

All together, it'll cost you around $500, +/- $100 to get setup for true HD and surround sound.

There are a few links below to some good options. You don't have to get exactly what I post, or from where I post, but just check it out.





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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


Why do Plasma tvs have the best picture?
Q. Im thinking of replacing my old crt rptv hdtv. with a flat screen tv. they say Plasma have the best picture but they do use a lot of power and can have burn in.

i might get a led lcd tv.

A. Because they are phosphor-based sets, meaning that they are able to give instantaneous response time, very high contrast, deep blacks, and accurate colors, just like their CRT cousins. As an added plus, they can be built with high resolutions at large screen sizes. They also have wide viewing angles, unlike LCD TVs.

LEDs come close, but still cannot quite match the contrast and black levels of plasma. They also still have narrower viewing angles and slower response.

Plasmas in general do use more power, but most newer models are pretty energy-efficient, Energy-star rated and all. In addition, it won't make much of a difference on the electric bill when you compare to things that really do use a lot of electricity, like furnaces and air conditioning. Plasmas are more likely to burn in than CRT or LCD TVs, but new sets from good brands like Panasonic, LG, and Samsung incorporate technology make this less likely.





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Will a HDMI cable really change the picture quality of my LCD?

Q. I just bought a 46" Samsung LCD HDTV 1080 and was wondering how to get a better picture quality could anyone tell me what type and brand HDMI cable to buy? Would it really make a difference?

A. Of course the picture will look better with HDMI but only if your going to have a high definition source coming from it like HD cable, blu ray player, or a dvd upconverter, or ps3. But if your going to not have an HD source than a HDMI cable is useless.


Brand doesnt matter and the difference from a Monster HDMI Cable and a Phillips HDMI cable is minimal to no difference at all. so dont let the best buy employees rip you.


Can you change the resolution of HD LCD TVs?
Q. I have a 46" Samsung LCD HDTV (LN46A750R1FXZC) that looks pretty nice when viewing HDTV content. Like most HDTV's, they don't show Standard Definition signals that well due to their high resolution. It seems to me that you should be able to adjust the resolution so it will display lower resolution images clearly without stretching them out, like on a computer display. What gives?

A. Lets say your TV has a resolution of 1280x720

A standard def signal is 720x480; if you don't scale it, then you will see the signal in a small square in the middle of the screen!
The square will be even smaller for 1080p TV. I don't think you bought a 46" TV to have half the screen black.





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Which TV brand is better-Vizio, or Best Buy's in-house brand, Insignia?

Q. Looking to purchase a new 32 inch HDTV for my bedroom, but avoid breaking the bank.

A. It is hard to compare brands, but you say that you want a 32 inch TV, so I'll go off of that;

Vizio's 32" class is 720p (HD compatible), has 60Hz refresh rate(decent), and costs $378. That is a very good price. (http://www.walmart.com/Vizio-32-LCD-HDTV-VW32L/ip/5623472)

Insignia's 32" class has 1080p (HD compatible,which displays a more even arrangement of the pixels, therefore a nicer picture than the Vizio's 720p), it has 60Hz refresh rate but is $399. So, for 21 more dollars you can get a nicer picture.

To conclude, I would say that Insignia's 32" class is a better TV, and if you buy it from BestBuy, they will deliver, install, and remove an old TV for a low fee. =) Theres my two cents! I hope it helped.

If I could make suggestion, however, I would say that a Sharp or a Samsung would be best. I have a 42' Sharp and a 52" Samsung, both are HD and they are awesome. Most reviews for the TVs (yes, I am going on reviews, since I've never had a Vizio or a Insignia sadly) that you want say that they break down often. So, if you do choose to go with the Insignia or the Vizio, I suggest that you get a warranty. Although expensive, they wil help you significantly.

I did quite a bit of research, so I hope you will take a few seconds to look at the links below that I referenced =)

And if I can leave you with one of my favorite phrases... You get what you pay for!


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.





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Looking to buy a tv and and video camera?

Q. I am looking for a 32-42 inch LCD hdtv for 500 or any size bigger than 42 under 600(can some explain the increments of 420p 720p 1080p etc.Also what are they?.) Please give me brands and model number or a link.
Also looking to get a nice HD cacorder. Which brand is good and please give me model number or link. Thanks

A. Panasonic HDC-TM10K Hard Drive Full HD Camcorder (Black)
* Captures 1080p HD video
* Super-compact design; weighs only 1/2 pound
* Intelligent Auto mode takes the guess-work out of recording and allows anyone to record picture perfect moments
* 16x Optical Image Stabilized zoom with Active mode anticipates your movement to correct jitters and shakes and allow smooth movement when recording
* Dual Memory options: record to 8 GB built-in memory, or the SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Aiptek Action HD GVS BK 1080P High Definition Camcorder with 5x Optical Zoom (Black)
* 1080P High Definition Camcorder
* 30 frames per second at 1080P and 60 frames per second at 720P with advanced H.264 technology
* 5 MP Images with macro lens for high quality close ups
* 5x optical zoom with auto focus and 4x digital zoom
* Features Superior Gyroscopic Stabilization for unmatch stability while recording video


Aiptek Action HD GVS 1080P High Definition Camcorder with 5x Optical Zoom (Silver)
Technical Details
Color: Silver
* 1080P High Definition Camcorder with 3-inch color LCD
* 30 Frames per second at 1080P and 60 frames per second at 720P with advanced H.264 technology
* 5 MP Images with macro lens for high-quality close ups
* 5x Optical zoom with auto focus and 4x digital zoom
* Features Superior Gyroscopic Stabilization for unmatch stability while recording video


How much FPS will a vizio 26 inch hdtv lcd monitor do up to until it discards the rest?
Q. (like average 17" will display 60fps and discard the rest... well what about a vizio 26 inch hdtv lcd monitor?)

A. depends on the max resolution...a 26" is likely 720p? In the 720p the "p" refers to a max framerate of 60fps if it is some how 1080i this is 30fps...typically these all support 60 fps in 1280x720 resolution...if it is in fact 1080p this it will support 60 fps in 1920x1080 resolution





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