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The Problems With Choosing A Television

HD TV or high definition is seen by many as the future of television as it delivers a higher quality image, perfect for watching sports or movies. HD TV is available in four predominant forms; Freesat is the free service delivering HD transmissions without the need for subscription. Sky HD is high definition satellite television that comes as part of a subscription service.

Blu Ray discs and HD DVD show movies through a dedicated player whilst the latest generation of games consoles can also produce impressive HD images; the choice for the consumer is which television; hopefully the following article will be able to help.

One of the first choices is between plasma and LCD. These technologies differ in functionality but are equally adept at producing high definition images. It is worth remembering however that the images displayed in the shop are typically HD, meaning that if you want the same picture quality at home, a high definition reception will be needed. Currently new televisions come in two types, 720i and 1080p. The numbers refer to pixels and hence resolution; 720i sets can display HD but do not give a true high definition picture, for full HD a 1080p set is needed.

That is not to say that plasma and LCD televisions do not have problems. The following will detail the more common issues that users have with these flat screen televisions.

Smearing or ghosting is a common issue that refers to a ghost like image displayed on the screen. It rarely occurs when watching programs such as cartoons, but sporting events can sometimes be displayed with ghost images. In the same vein picture judder is a problem; this occurs when the pictures are moving too fast for the TV to cope with. Today companies are now putting in place new technology that copes with motion and hence reduces the instances of picture judder.

In some cases LCD and plasma TVs actually over sharpen images; the borders of buildings for example can be too defined, resulting in jagged edges. Screen reflection can also be a problem although unlike CRT TVs of old, the screens are not made of glass and hence reflect less light. A particular problem with LCD televisions is wash out. This is normally noticeable in dark scenes where the black levels are not quite right.

Some flat screen televisions have problems with viewing angle, unlike CRTs this is because the screen does not have a curve and hence has a more restricted angle. A problem that often occurs when viewing angle is limited is colour fading, meaning that those at the extremities of the angle see a faded image.

That said, even with these problems LCD and plasma high definition televisions are a leap forward from the old CRT systems. Not only are they more practical, being flatter and considerably lighter but their ability to represent images faithfully can be the major selling point of these systems. The problem for the consumer is to decide between the myriad of models on the market.

Not only is there the consideration of pixels and screen resolution but also a choice between brand names, refresh rates and obviously style. With new televisions arriving all of the time it is clear that these problems are becoming less prevalent as technology improves. Consumers must remember at all times that with detailed research and an understanding of the technology available on the market it is possible to find the perfect television for any home.

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