Cheap 32' LCD HDTV For Under $350?

Q. I'm looking for a C-H-E-A-P LCD HDTV that costs anywhere near or under $350. My budget is about $375 to spend. I want a good TV that I can play my PS3 on that has a nice, clear picture. Can someone tell me what TV to get PLEASE?

A. check at walmart kmart most are right around that price
and if your lucky you can find one under $300 if you look for a sale

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Best 1080p 32"HDTV available under $400?

Q. I recently bought a Vizio 32" LCD HDTV 1080p few weeks ago. Now I am having issues such as randomly shutting down by itself with sleep set to off. Just yesterday while watching, the screen suddenly started showing tearing and lagging images and distorted sounds. I have decided to bring it back to Costco and get a new one. I might not get the same name brand, I want to get something from either Sony, Samsung, Sharp, or Philips. I'm just wondering if they have a 32" 1080p HDTV under $400 or maybe around $300-350$

A. I was just googling and came across this product hope it helps you
Samsung LN32B550 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color
32-inch LCD HDTV with full HD 1080p resolution for the sharpest picture possible and red Touch of Color design
70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 6ms response time, Wide Color Enhancer 2 for more vivid colors
Game mode speeds up image processing response; side-mounted USB port for displaying JPEG files and listening to MP3 audio
Inputs: 4 HDMI-CEC, 2 component, 1 composite, 1 PC, 1 USB, 1 optical digital audio output

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Looking for a good HDTV for under £300?

Q. Preferably 26 inch. Does anyone have any suggestions on where I can get one fitting this description?

A. Hi,
I am living in Canada and here you can find a brand new LCD HDTV ( 42inch) for just under $1000. Is it 300 pounds currency you are talking about? I am not sure how much it would be in dollars but Iam sure you can find that out. Besides, here our North American system is NTSC and yours probebly is PAL. So you won't be abel to watch broadcast TV in your country.
I am sure you can find one for the price you can afford in your area, if you keep looking around.
Good Luck!

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Cheap 32' LCD HDTV For Under $350?

Q. I'm looking for a C-H-E-A-P LCD HDTV that costs anywhere near or under $350. My budget is about $375 to spend. I want a good TV that I can play my PS3 on that has a nice, clear picture. Can someone tell me what TV to get PLEASE?

A. check at walmart kmart most are right around that price
and if your lucky you can find one under $300 if you look for a sale

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What is the best LCD television for gaming, and under $300?

Q. preferably 26 to 32 inches

A. Hi Nate P,
Toshiba 26C100U 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV (Black Gloss) is really good.
Photo Frame capability allows this HDTV to act as both a TV and a digita
l photo frame. You can showcase your favorite memories as a clear, crisp slide
show on the high-resolution television screen--all controlled with just the TV remote.
Gaming Mode takes the gaming experience to a new level by reducing game
control delay, thus giving the player improved reaction time and a more realistic
playing experience. This is great when used with popular gaming consoles,
or with PC games using the TVs PC Input. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038JEDAI?ie=UTF8&tag=digitsy-post3-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0038JEDAI

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Projector or LCD HDTV? for games,monitor,television UNDER:$400?

Q. I am wondering if i should get a LCD HDTV or a Projector non HD since there too expensive.
BUDGET:under $400

I would get the LCD off of Craigslist,amazon,or a local chainstore. Most likely off of amazon or craigslist

And the Projector off Craigslist or Ebay.

I would be useing One of the 2 depending on what i get for Computer games and Internet,Xbox 360,and as a TV that I would use often everyday. Lets say 12 hours a day to be on the safe side. I think the only things that i would use the HD for is My XBOX 360 or PS3 and Maybe my computer if i get a new VIDEO CARD



I would like to know the PROS VS CONS on haveing a LCD HDTV VS a REGULER PROJECTOR (no HD). Assume i would be getting both of them used.

What should i loook for in a used projector? are they are to repair the projector? Should i get some paint or a screen. I heard there is paint that i could paint on the wall that is better then a screen?

A. get a 32 inch samsung LCD or Panasonic LCD both 1080p you wont be dissapointed but idk i tried my ps3 on my friends Sony Bravia 1080p 32 inch and only 300 bucks in best buy and it looked amazing

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What is the best LCD television for gaming, and under $300?

Q. preferably 26 to 32 inches

A. Hi Nate P,
Toshiba 26C100U 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV (Black Gloss) is really good.
Photo Frame capability allows this HDTV to act as both a TV and a digita
l photo frame. You can showcase your favorite memories as a clear, crisp slide
show on the high-resolution television screen--all controlled with just the TV remote.
Gaming Mode takes the gaming experience to a new level by reducing game
control delay, thus giving the player improved reaction time and a more realistic
playing experience. This is great when used with popular gaming consoles,
or with PC games using the TVs PC Input. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038JEDAI?ie=UTF8&tag=digitsy-post3-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0038JEDAI

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Projector or LCD HDTV? for games,monitor,television UNDER:$400?

Q. I am wondering if i should get a LCD HDTV or a Projector non HD since there too expensive.
BUDGET:under $400

I would get the LCD off of Craigslist,amazon,or a local chainstore. Most likely off of amazon or craigslist

And the Projector off Craigslist or Ebay.

I would be useing One of the 2 depending on what i get for Computer games and Internet,Xbox 360,and as a TV that I would use often everyday. Lets say 12 hours a day to be on the safe side. I think the only things that i would use the HD for is My XBOX 360 or PS3 and Maybe my computer if i get a new VIDEO CARD



I would like to know the PROS VS CONS on haveing a LCD HDTV VS a REGULER PROJECTOR (no HD). Assume i would be getting both of them used.

What should i loook for in a used projector? are they are to repair the projector? Should i get some paint or a screen. I heard there is paint that i could paint on the wall that is better then a screen?

A. get a 32 inch samsung LCD or Panasonic LCD both 1080p you wont be dissapointed but idk i tried my ps3 on my friends Sony Bravia 1080p 32 inch and only 300 bucks in best buy and it looked amazing

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Blu ray or a upscaling player? Is blu ray disc player worth it to buy?

Q. I just bought a LCD 1080i. I"m debating on just buying upscaling or blu ray disc player. Can Blu ray play regular DVDs and play on 1080i format? Or should I just save money and by a upscaling player that plays regular DVDs. How is the output on the upscaling player?

A. Not an easy question to answer.

First, you will have to decide based on YOUR priorities ... but let me offer some things to consider.

- Blu-ray is, and will likely remain, a niche premium format for people who can benefit and are willing to pay the premium price (~$300+ for the player and $5-$20 more for disks of the same movie vs DVD).

- Opinion of Blu-ray can vary from "wow!" to "what's all the fuss about" ... depending on how it is being displayed.

- To FULLY benefit you need a 40" or larger 1080p HDTV, with a good surround sound system capable of handling the advanced audio formats.

- You will still get some benefit from Blu-ray with a 720p HDTV (what you have), but you don't mention screen size, where you intend to watch from and whether you have a good sound system ... all of which influence the benefit/cost equation.

- Many Blu-ray films are poorly mastered and don't look much better than DVD even under optimum conditions.

- An upconverting DVD player won't make a DVD look as good as a Blu-ray disk, but on a 720p HDTV under about 40" detail will look fairly close. But picture quality is subjective -- and dependent on more than just resolution -- so you really have to see it for yourself and decide if Blu-Ray is worthwhile. Why not view a DVD and a Blu-ray disk on a HDTV similar to yours and see for yourself?

Personally I can say that I have a 720p projector and a 110" screen, and I tried HD DVD disks (which give essentially identical picture and audio quality to Blu-ray) and found insignificant improvement over upscaled DVDs. Since then I have bought 2 HD DVD tiltes (Planet eart and Sunrise Earth) and over 50 DVDs. I use my HD DVD player as an upscaling DVD player ... and pay about $20 less for movies than if I bought Blu-ray. So I guess I'm biased ... but upconverted DVD look just fine with me.

I should caution that not everyone sees the same thing (which is why I recommended seeing for yourself).

If you do consider an upconverting players note they are only as good as the video processing chip they use ... so avoid the under $60 models. The best are Oppo's models but they are a bit pricy.

BTW, if you do decide an upconverting DVD player is enough the liquidation prices (~$75) in effect on the Toshiba HD-A3 or Venture HD-7000 (Wal-Mart's brand) HD DVD player make them a very attractive option (and as a bonus you can play any of the 400 HD DVD movies available (Noting there will be very few new ones after this month)). But you will have to move fairly fast .. a lot of people have realized the same thing and they are getting snapped up fast.

Finally, if you decide on Blu-ray, other than the PS3, you should wait until near the end of the year to get a Profile 2.0 (BD-Live!) player, and for prices to come down a bit.

Hope that helps.

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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

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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

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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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Just purchased a Samsung LN-T4066F tv and wondering if anyone knows the ideal calibration settings for it?

Q. I purchased the tv from Best Buy yesterday with the Blu-Ray player and they told me for the BestBuy tech team to calibrate it would cost me another $300! Wondering if anyone has the same tv who has had this calibrated by them or found the ideal calibration setting online?

A. Most of today’s better quality modern fixed-pixel displays, such as Samsung’s HD TVs, have specific modes and/or settings that provide (very) good gray-scale and CIE ‘D65’ color performance out of the box, better than the displays manufacturer’s offered to consumers not too long ago. The optimal settings will always vary from one display to another and will equally vary depending on your viewing environment; the best you will be able to do without using measurement equipment is to get your settings ‘into the ballpark.’

When it comes to normal color vision, unless you have some sort of side-by-side visual reference for color accuracy, such as a high quality, professionally calibrated display or a calibrated (color critical) ‘reference grade’ professional monitor, then, like the vast majority of people, it is very difficult for an average observer to tell if the color or white balance is incorrect. This is particularly true if you take a little time to optimize your display settings for your specific viewing conditions.

The ultimate solution would be a professional calibration of your display; however this is frequently beyond the need and/or budget of the substantial majority of consumers, particularly if one’s viewing habit is more casual than critical. (Should you ever decide that you need or want a “professional” calibration, rather than utilizing Best Buy’s Geek Squad service, I believe you would be better served by hiring a knowledgeable, independent, professional calibration expert that has abundant experience; I’ve provided a few links below.)

One cost-effective alternative to a professional calibration is to purchase your own colorimeter, such as the inexpensive models (often less than the cost of a typical professional calibration,) from GretagMacbeth, Datacolor, etc., and learn to calibrate your own display(s).

Regardless, you should rent or purchase one of the display optimization (aka “calibration”) DVDs such as “Avia” from Ovation Multimedia or “Digital Video Essentials” from Joe Kane Productions to properly optimize and maintain your display.
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Below I’ve provided the majority of the picture settings needed for the do-it-yourselfer to get the picture fidelity for Samsung’s 6xF Series of LCD HDTVs (including your Samsung LN-T4066F display) in the ballpark. These settings should be used for ALL viewing particularly if color accuracy is valued.

Using either HDMI or analog component video inputs...

First, in the Picture menu set your Samsung display to “Movie” mode. Again, you should use this “Automatic Picture Setting” for all viewing.

The backlight setting should be preferably set to 0…, and no higher than 4. This is essential if you wish to maximize the contrast ratio of your display.

Aside from using either of the recommended display optimization DVDs try the following picture settings.

   • Contrast: 85-95
   • Brightness: 45-55
   • Sharpness: 0-20
   • Color: 50-55
   • Tint: 0

Detailed Settings Menu
   • Black Adjust: Off
   • Dynamic Contrast: Off
   • Gamma: between 1 and -3 (Note: the MEASURED gamma value for a ‘Rec.709’ compliant HD display should be as close as possible to 2.5)
   • Color Space: Auto
   • White Balance: (It’s probably best if you leave these settings in their default, centered position unless you have access to a measurement instrument to assist you in setting the proper white balance.)
   • My Color Control: All should be set to the default of 15
   • Edge Enhancement: On (only if Sharpness is kept to an absolute minimum of 20 or less, otherwise set to Off)
   • xvYCC: Off
   • Film Mode: On (for 480i film-based sources only)
   • Game mode: Off
   • Energy Saving: Off

   • Color Tone should be set to “Warm2”
   • Digital NR should be set to “Off”

Active Color and DNIe are not available in Movie Mode.

Under Screen Size the ‘aspect ratio control’ should always be set to “Just Scan”
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Digital Video Essentials
http://www.videoessentials.com

Ovation Multimedia Avia II or Avia Pro
http://www.ovationmultimedia.com
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##### ADDITIONAL RESOURCES #####

CNET’s quick guide to TV calibration
http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6463_7-5085739-1.html
Video: How to Calibrate Your TV
http://reviews.cnet.com/Calibrate_your_TV/4660-12443_7-6534987.html

Imaging Science Theatre 2000 Special Edition
http://www.widescreenreview.com/wsr_issue_ist.php

Calibrating your TV
http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/print?id=1765771&type=story

Sound and Vision Magazine - TV Tweaks - Part One House Calls
http://www.soundandvisionmag.com/article.asp?section_id=82&article_id=233&page_number=1&print_page=y

AWH - How to Calibrate a Television FAQ
http://myweb.accessus.net/~090/how2adj.html

Grayscale Calibration of Home Theater Televisions
http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/calibrate-your-system/grayscale-calibration-of-home-theater-televisions

Learn to Calibrate your LCD Television
http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.html

Calibration 101
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=599522
Hitting The Mark
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=601342
Running The Gamut(s)
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=599512
Selling Calibration Services
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=601343

Video Display Calibration
http://www.sencore.com/products/AVRFCalibration.htm
Adjusting Five User Controls on a Display to Maximize Performance – Flash
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/VP300.html
Calibration – What Is Wrong with This Picture?
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/July05/WhatIsWrong.htm
Index of Articles Related to Display Calibration
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/archivedarticles.htm#colorprocolor

Imaging Science Theatre 2000 Special Edition
http://www.widescreenreview.com/wsr_issue_ist.php

Michael TLV Tips
http://www.keohi.com/keohihdtv/experttips/michaeltlv/michaeltlv_tips.html
Keohi HDTV - Expert Tips - Panel of Experts
http://www.keohi.com/keohihdtv/experttips/panelofexperts.html

Video Essentials FAQ - Video
http://www.videoessentials.com/ve_d_faqvideo.php
Digital Video Essentials Questions and Answers
http://www.videoessentials.com/DVEQ&A.php
Joe Kane Productions - Glossary
http://www.videoessentials.com/glossary.php

ISF Calibration Discussion and Information
http://www.avforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=311

Samsung LNTXX61-65-66 Calibration Settings - AVS Forum
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=828228&pp=60
(Beware recommended settings not obtained from colorimeter- or spectroradiometer-equipped sources)
Display Calibration - AVS Forum
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=139

Charles Poynton:
“Brightness” and “Contrast” Controls
http://www.poynton.com/notes/brightness_and_contrast/
Gamma FAQ
http://www.poynton.com/notes/colour_and_gamma/GammaFAQ.html
Color FAQ
http://www.poynton.com/notes/colour_and_gamma/ColorFAQ.html
http://www.poynton.com/ColorFAQ.html
Color Technology and Resources
http://www.poynton.com/Poynton-color.html
http://www.poynton.com/notes/links/color-links.html
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GretagMacbeth Eye-One Display 2 Colorimeter
http://usa.gretagmacbethstore.com/index.cfm/act/catalog.cfm/subcategory/Eye-One%20Solutions/category/Eye-One/browse/null/MenuGroup/__Menu%20USA%20New.htm

Datacolor Spyder3Elite™, Spyder3Pro™, or Spyder2PRO™ Colorimeters
http://www.colorvision.com/products.php
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Imaging Science Foundation
http://www.imagingscience.com

Though there may be many other qualified individuals, the following display calibration professionals are some of the best currently available if you want or need a calibration from a competent professional. Each service provider uses high performance calibration equipment accompanied by ample experience and an excellent reputation.

W. Jeff Meier - AccuCal
http://www.accucal.org

Lion Audio-Video Consultants
http://www.lionav.com

Kevin Miller
http://www.isftv.com

Busch Home Theater
http://www.buschhometheater.com/isf_calibration.htm
 

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What is the fastest (shutter speed) advanced point and shoot digital camera?

Q. i know very little about camera specs and stuff, im looking for a fast shooting lowest lag advanced digital camera. if someone can help me out, that will be great. Price: 200 to 300

Thanks a lot

A. I would suggestion these are good quality High Speed shooting camera with price under $300.

Casio Exilim EX-FH20 : 9.1 MP, 20x Optical Zoom, 3-Inch LCD, High Speed Burst Mode (can shoot at an amazing 40 frames per second in High Speed Burst mode), High Speed Movies, High-Definition Movies, Face Detection, etc.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001HCTKZQ?ie=UTF8&tag=20908-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001HCTKZQ

Casio EX-FH100 : 10.1MP, High Speed Digital Camera, 10x Ultra Wide Angle Zoom with CMOS Shift Image Stabilization, 3.0 inch LCD, Ultra-high speed burst shooting captures (40 shots per second), High-speed movie recording at up to 1,000 fps, High-speed Night Scene and Portrait, High-speed Lighting, etc.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0032ANBXI?ie=UTF8&tag=20908-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0032ANBXI

I recommend a Casio camera, because it design for a High Speed Digital Camera.

Other good High Speed shooting cameras : Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1/B, Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1/H.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1/B : 10MP, 5x Optical Steady Shot Stabilized Zoom, 2.7-inch LCD, Sweep Panorama Mode captures breathtaking panoramic images, Capture your videos in HD Movie mode (720p), PhotoTV HD Mode with compatible BRAVIA HDTVs, AntiMotion Blur Mode, High speed shooting, Intelligent AF, Smile Shutter technology, Face Detection technology, etc.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002IPHIFA?ie=UTF8&tag=garnavgpsrev-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002IPHIFA

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1/H : 10.2MP, 4x optical zoom, 3-inch touch-screen LCD display, "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for stunning low-light performance, Capture your videos in HD Movie mode, Anti-Motion Blur Mode, Sweep Panorama mode, High speed shooting, Easy Touch Screen Interaction, High Sensitivity Mode, Smile Shutter technology, Face Detection, Pet Mode, PhotoTV HD, etc. (Announced : August, 2009)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002IPHIDW?ie=UTF8&tag=garnavgpsrev-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002IPHIDW

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Will a Low priced LCD HDTV improve the graphics with a PS3?

Q. The TV I'm thinking of is a 19" LCD HDTV under $300.00 with a 5ms response time..

A. yes it will i got one for my ps3 and it made the pic so much beter

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How much would a video camera and a television cost??

Q. I am looking for a television under $300 for my bedroom..i would like it t be plasma screen but it doesnt have to be. I am lookignfor something maybe over a 24" screen.. i also need avideo camera that can hook up to a computer so i can Upload my videos to youtube...could u get any links to stores liek HHGREG or TARGET that would have these merchanises???

A. For the budget of $300, it's a bit difficult to get quality and the 24" screen size. The Zenith 22" 720P LCD HD TV - Z22LCD3 it's a High Definition TV with Built-In HDTV/ATSC Tuner costs $379.99.
The Sceptre Naga 23" LCD HD TV X23BV. 23.0 " Screen LCD it's a High Definition TV with Built-In HDTV/ATSC Tuner, Costs $349.99. available from www.target.com

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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

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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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Will a Low priced LCD HDTV improve the graphics with a PS3?

Q. The TV I'm thinking of is a 19" LCD HDTV under $300.00 with a 5ms response time..

A. yes it will i got one for my ps3 and it made the pic so much beter

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How much would a video camera and a television cost??

Q. I am looking for a television under $300 for my bedroom..i would like it t be plasma screen but it doesnt have to be. I am lookignfor something maybe over a 24" screen.. i also need avideo camera that can hook up to a computer so i can Upload my videos to youtube...could u get any links to stores liek HHGREG or TARGET that would have these merchanises???

A. For the budget of $300, it's a bit difficult to get quality and the 24" screen size. The Zenith 22" 720P LCD HD TV - Z22LCD3 it's a High Definition TV with Built-In HDTV/ATSC Tuner costs $379.99.
The Sceptre Naga 23" LCD HD TV X23BV. 23.0 " Screen LCD it's a High Definition TV with Built-In HDTV/ATSC Tuner, Costs $349.99. available from www.target.com

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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

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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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What is a good camera that takes good quality videos?

Q. I need a camera that can take good quality videos of fast moving things (me and friends snowboarding and such).
I need something under 300 bucks.

A. I think in your budget Canon PowerShot SX280 HS is the best camera. This is only 3 months old and you can get it under $300. Some of the feature of the camera is given below:
HD Recording Format: 1080p (HDTV)
Optical Zoom: 20.0 x
Resolution: 12.1 Mega pixel
Image Sensor Type: BSI-CMOS
LCD Screen Size: 3.0 in.
Quicker GPS and better image quality
Wifi, GPS.

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Will a Low priced LCD HDTV improve the graphics with a PS3?

Q. The TV I'm thinking of is a 19" LCD HDTV under $300.00 with a 5ms response time..

A. yes it will i got one for my ps3 and it made the pic so much beter

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Just purchased a Samsung LN-T4066F tv and wondering if anyone knows the ideal calibration settings for it?

Q. I purchased the tv from Best Buy yesterday with the Blu-Ray player and they told me for the BestBuy tech team to calibrate it would cost me another $300! Wondering if anyone has the same tv who has had this calibrated by them or found the ideal calibration setting online?

A. Most of today�s better quality modern fixed-pixel displays, such as Samsung�s HD TVs, have specific modes and/or settings that provide (very) good gray-scale and CIE �D65� color performance out of the box, better than the displays manufacturer�s offered to consumers not too long ago. The optimal settings will always vary from one display to another and will equally vary depending on your viewing environment; the best you will be able to do without using measurement equipment is to get your settings �into the ballpark.�

When it comes to normal color vision, unless you have some sort of side-by-side visual reference for color accuracy, such as a high quality, professionally calibrated display or a calibrated (color critical) �reference grade� professional monitor, then, like the vast majority of people, it is very difficult for an average observer to tell if the color or white balance is incorrect. This is particularly true if you take a little time to optimize your display settings for your specific viewing conditions.

The ultimate solution would be a professional calibration of your display; however this is frequently beyond the need and/or budget of the substantial majority of consumers, particularly if one�s viewing habit is more casual than critical. (Should you ever decide that you need or want a �professional� calibration, rather than utilizing Best Buy�s Geek Squad service, I believe you would be better served by hiring a knowledgeable, independent, professional calibration expert that has abundant experience; I�ve provided a few links below.)

One cost-effective alternative to a professional calibration is to purchase your own colorimeter, such as the inexpensive models (often less than the cost of a typical professional calibration,) from GretagMacbeth, Datacolor, etc., and learn to calibrate your own display(s).

Regardless, you should rent or purchase one of the display optimization (aka �calibration�) DVDs such as �Avia� from Ovation Multimedia or �Digital Video Essentials� from Joe Kane Productions to properly optimize and maintain your display.
________________________

Below I�ve provided the majority of the picture settings needed for the do-it-yourselfer to get the picture fidelity for Samsung�s 6xF Series of LCD HDTVs (including your Samsung LN-T4066F display) in the ballpark. These settings should be used for ALL viewing particularly if color accuracy is valued.

Using either HDMI or analog component video inputs...

First, in the Picture menu set your Samsung display to �Movie� mode. Again, you should use this �Automatic Picture Setting� for all viewing.

The backlight setting should be preferably set to 0�, and no higher than 4. This is essential if you wish to maximize the contrast ratio of your display.

Aside from using either of the recommended display optimization DVDs try the following picture settings.

   � Contrast: 85-95
   � Brightness: 45-55
   � Sharpness: 0-20
   � Color: 50-55
   � Tint: 0

Detailed Settings Menu
   � Black Adjust: Off
   � Dynamic Contrast: Off
   � Gamma: between 1 and -3 (Note: the MEASURED gamma value for a �Rec.709� compliant HD display should be as close as possible to 2.5)
   � Color Space: Auto
   � White Balance: (It�s probably best if you leave these settings in their default, centered position unless you have access to a measurement instrument to assist you in setting the proper white balance.)
   � My Color Control: All should be set to the default of 15
   � Edge Enhancement: On (only if Sharpness is kept to an absolute minimum of 20 or less, otherwise set to Off)
   � xvYCC: Off
   � Film Mode: On (for 480i film-based sources only)
   � Game mode: Off
   � Energy Saving: Off

   � Color Tone should be set to �Warm2�
   � Digital NR should be set to �Off�

Active Color and DNIe are not available in Movie Mode.

Under Screen Size the �aspect ratio control� should always be set to �Just Scan�
________________________

Digital Video Essentials
http://www.videoessentials.com

Ovation Multimedia Avia II or Avia Pro
http://www.ovationmultimedia.com
________________________

##### ADDITIONAL RESOURCES #####

CNET�s quick guide to TV calibration
http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6463_7-5085739-1.html
Video: How to Calibrate Your TV
http://reviews.cnet.com/Calibrate_your_TV/4660-12443_7-6534987.html

Imaging Science Theatre 2000 Special Edition
http://www.widescreenreview.com/wsr_issue_ist.php

Calibrating your TV
http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/print?id=1765771&type=story

Sound and Vision Magazine - TV Tweaks - Part One House Calls
http://www.soundandvisionmag.com/article.asp?section_id=82&article_id=233&page_number=1&print_page=y

AWH - How to Calibrate a Television FAQ
http://myweb.accessus.net/~090/how2adj.html

Grayscale Calibration of Home Theater Televisions
http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/calibrate-your-system/grayscale-calibration-of-home-theater-televisions

Learn to Calibrate your LCD Television
http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.html

Calibration 101
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=599522
Hitting The Mark
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=601342
Running The Gamut(s)
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=599512
Selling Calibration Services
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=601343

Video Display Calibration
http://www.sencore.com/products/AVRFCalibration.htm
Adjusting Five User Controls on a Display to Maximize Performance � Flash
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/VP300.html
Calibration � What Is Wrong with This Picture?
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/July05/WhatIsWrong.htm
Index of Articles Related to Display Calibration
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/archivedarticles.htm#colorprocolor

Imaging Science Theatre 2000 Special Edition
http://www.widescreenreview.com/wsr_issue_ist.php

Michael TLV Tips
http://www.keohi.com/keohihdtv/experttips/michaeltlv/michaeltlv_tips.html
Keohi HDTV - Expert Tips - Panel of Experts
http://www.keohi.com/keohihdtv/experttips/panelofexperts.html

Video Essentials FAQ - Video
http://www.videoessentials.com/ve_d_faqvideo.php
Digital Video Essentials Questions and Answers
http://www.videoessentials.com/DVEQ&A.php
Joe Kane Productions - Glossary
http://www.videoessentials.com/glossary.php

ISF Calibration Discussion and Information
http://www.avforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=311

Samsung LNTXX61-65-66 Calibration Settings - AVS Forum
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=828228&pp=60
(Beware recommended settings not obtained from colorimeter- or spectroradiometer-equipped sources)
Display Calibration - AVS Forum
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=139

Charles Poynton:
�Brightness� and �Contrast� Controls
http://www.poynton.com/notes/brightness_and_contrast/
Gamma FAQ
http://www.poynton.com/notes/colour_and_gamma/GammaFAQ.html
Color FAQ
http://www.poynton.com/notes/colour_and_gamma/ColorFAQ.html
http://www.poynton.com/ColorFAQ.html
Color Technology and Resources
http://www.poynton.com/Poynton-color.html
http://www.poynton.com/notes/links/color-links.html
________________________

GretagMacbeth Eye-One Display 2 Colorimeter
http://usa.gretagmacbethstore.com/index.cfm/act/catalog.cfm/subcategory/Eye-One%20Solutions/category/Eye-One/browse/null/MenuGroup/__Menu%20USA%20New.htm

Datacolor Spyder3Elite�, Spyder3Pro�, or Spyder2PRO� Colorimeters
http://www.colorvision.com/products.php
________________________

Imaging Science Foundation
http://www.imagingscience.com

Though there may be many other qualified individuals, the following display calibration professionals are some of the best currently available if you want or need a calibration from a competent professional. Each service provider uses high performance calibration equipment accompanied by ample experience and an excellent reputation.

W. Jeff Meier - AccuCal
http://www.accucal.org

Lion Audio-Video Consultants
http://www.lionav.com

Kevin Miller
http://www.isftv.com

Busch Home Theater
http://www.buschhometheater.com/isf_calibration.htm
 

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What is the fastest (shutter speed) advanced point and shoot digital camera?

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Is there a LCD monitor which can connect to a PS2?

Q. I need to buy an LCD monitor, preferably 21 inch or 22 inch which has connectors for PS2 and preferably PS3 also (though the latter is not important).
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A. i recommend Samsung Touch Of Color T220HD 22-inch LCD HDTV Monitor.
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Just purchased a Samsung LN-T4066F tv and wondering if anyone knows the ideal calibration settings for it?

Q. I purchased the tv from Best Buy yesterday with the Blu-Ray player and they told me for the BestBuy tech team to calibrate it would cost me another $300! Wondering if anyone has the same tv who has had this calibrated by them or found the ideal calibration setting online?

A. Most of today�s better quality modern fixed-pixel displays, such as Samsung�s HD TVs, have specific modes and/or settings that provide (very) good gray-scale and CIE �D65� color performance out of the box, better than the displays manufacturer�s offered to consumers not too long ago. The optimal settings will always vary from one display to another and will equally vary depending on your viewing environment; the best you will be able to do without using measurement equipment is to get your settings �into the ballpark.�

When it comes to normal color vision, unless you have some sort of side-by-side visual reference for color accuracy, such as a high quality, professionally calibrated display or a calibrated (color critical) �reference grade� professional monitor, then, like the vast majority of people, it is very difficult for an average observer to tell if the color or white balance is incorrect. This is particularly true if you take a little time to optimize your display settings for your specific viewing conditions.

The ultimate solution would be a professional calibration of your display; however this is frequently beyond the need and/or budget of the substantial majority of consumers, particularly if one�s viewing habit is more casual than critical. (Should you ever decide that you need or want a �professional� calibration, rather than utilizing Best Buy�s Geek Squad service, I believe you would be better served by hiring a knowledgeable, independent, professional calibration expert that has abundant experience; I�ve provided a few links below.)

One cost-effective alternative to a professional calibration is to purchase your own colorimeter, such as the inexpensive models (often less than the cost of a typical professional calibration,) from GretagMacbeth, Datacolor, etc., and learn to calibrate your own display(s).

Regardless, you should rent or purchase one of the display optimization (aka �calibration�) DVDs such as �Avia� from Ovation Multimedia or �Digital Video Essentials� from Joe Kane Productions to properly optimize and maintain your display.
________________________

Below I�ve provided the majority of the picture settings needed for the do-it-yourselfer to get the picture fidelity for Samsung�s 6xF Series of LCD HDTVs (including your Samsung LN-T4066F display) in the ballpark. These settings should be used for ALL viewing particularly if color accuracy is valued.

Using either HDMI or analog component video inputs...

First, in the Picture menu set your Samsung display to �Movie� mode. Again, you should use this �Automatic Picture Setting� for all viewing.

The backlight setting should be preferably set to 0�, and no higher than 4. This is essential if you wish to maximize the contrast ratio of your display.

Aside from using either of the recommended display optimization DVDs try the following picture settings.

   � Contrast: 85-95
   � Brightness: 45-55
   � Sharpness: 0-20
   � Color: 50-55
   � Tint: 0

Detailed Settings Menu
   � Black Adjust: Off
   � Dynamic Contrast: Off
   � Gamma: between 1 and -3 (Note: the MEASURED gamma value for a �Rec.709� compliant HD display should be as close as possible to 2.5)
   � Color Space: Auto
   � White Balance: (It�s probably best if you leave these settings in their default, centered position unless you have access to a measurement instrument to assist you in setting the proper white balance.)
   � My Color Control: All should be set to the default of 15
   � Edge Enhancement: On (only if Sharpness is kept to an absolute minimum of 20 or less, otherwise set to Off)
   � xvYCC: Off
   � Film Mode: On (for 480i film-based sources only)
   � Game mode: Off
   � Energy Saving: Off

   � Color Tone should be set to �Warm2�
   � Digital NR should be set to �Off�

Active Color and DNIe are not available in Movie Mode.

Under Screen Size the �aspect ratio control� should always be set to �Just Scan�
________________________

Digital Video Essentials
http://www.videoessentials.com

Ovation Multimedia Avia II or Avia Pro
http://www.ovationmultimedia.com
________________________

##### ADDITIONAL RESOURCES #####

CNET�s quick guide to TV calibration
http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6463_7-5085739-1.html
Video: How to Calibrate Your TV
http://reviews.cnet.com/Calibrate_your_TV/4660-12443_7-6534987.html

Imaging Science Theatre 2000 Special Edition
http://www.widescreenreview.com/wsr_issue_ist.php

Calibrating your TV
http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/print?id=1765771&type=story

Sound and Vision Magazine - TV Tweaks - Part One House Calls
http://www.soundandvisionmag.com/article.asp?section_id=82&article_id=233&page_number=1&print_page=y

AWH - How to Calibrate a Television FAQ
http://myweb.accessus.net/~090/how2adj.html

Grayscale Calibration of Home Theater Televisions
http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/calibrate-your-system/grayscale-calibration-of-home-theater-televisions

Learn to Calibrate your LCD Television
http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.html

Calibration 101
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=599522
Hitting The Mark
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=601342
Running The Gamut(s)
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=599512
Selling Calibration Services
http://www.proavmagazine.com/industry-news-print.asp?sectionID=0&articleID=601343

Video Display Calibration
http://www.sencore.com/products/AVRFCalibration.htm
Adjusting Five User Controls on a Display to Maximize Performance � Flash
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/VP300.html
Calibration � What Is Wrong with This Picture?
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/July05/WhatIsWrong.htm
Index of Articles Related to Display Calibration
http://www.sencore.com/newsletter/archivedarticles.htm#colorprocolor

Imaging Science Theatre 2000 Special Edition
http://www.widescreenreview.com/wsr_issue_ist.php

Michael TLV Tips
http://www.keohi.com/keohihdtv/experttips/michaeltlv/michaeltlv_tips.html
Keohi HDTV - Expert Tips - Panel of Experts
http://www.keohi.com/keohihdtv/experttips/panelofexperts.html

Video Essentials FAQ - Video
http://www.videoessentials.com/ve_d_faqvideo.php
Digital Video Essentials Questions and Answers
http://www.videoessentials.com/DVEQ&A.php
Joe Kane Productions - Glossary
http://www.videoessentials.com/glossary.php

ISF Calibration Discussion and Information
http://www.avforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=311

Samsung LNTXX61-65-66 Calibration Settings - AVS Forum
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=828228&pp=60
(Beware recommended settings not obtained from colorimeter- or spectroradiometer-equipped sources)
Display Calibration - AVS Forum
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=139

Charles Poynton:
�Brightness� and �Contrast� Controls
http://www.poynton.com/notes/brightness_and_contrast/
Gamma FAQ
http://www.poynton.com/notes/colour_and_gamma/GammaFAQ.html
Color FAQ
http://www.poynton.com/notes/colour_and_gamma/ColorFAQ.html
http://www.poynton.com/ColorFAQ.html
Color Technology and Resources
http://www.poynton.com/Poynton-color.html
http://www.poynton.com/notes/links/color-links.html
________________________

GretagMacbeth Eye-One Display 2 Colorimeter
http://usa.gretagmacbethstore.com/index.cfm/act/catalog.cfm/subcategory/Eye-One%20Solutions/category/Eye-One/browse/null/MenuGroup/__Menu%20USA%20New.htm

Datacolor Spyder3Elite�, Spyder3Pro�, or Spyder2PRO� Colorimeters
http://www.colorvision.com/products.php
________________________

Imaging Science Foundation
http://www.imagingscience.com

Though there may be many other qualified individuals, the following display calibration professionals are some of the best currently available if you want or need a calibration from a competent professional. Each service provider uses high performance calibration equipment accompanied by ample experience and an excellent reputation.

W. Jeff Meier - AccuCal
http://www.accucal.org

Lion Audio-Video Consultants
http://www.lionav.com

Kevin Miller
http://www.isftv.com

Busch Home Theater
http://www.buschhometheater.com/isf_calibration.htm
 

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