Archive for July 2008

Momma! asked: We’re looking at buying a new TV and we deffinitly want a flat screen. However, all the flat screens that we’ve looked at are HDTV. We’re not planning on getting HDTV and we just have plain cable, so wouldn’t it be a waste of money to buy an HDTV if we don’t even [...]

Posted Tue, Jul 8th, 2008. Listed under: TVs. Tagged as: . 7 Comments.

Jeff Mulat asked: HDTV’s are hot. Technology has improved tremendously. The technology used in HDTV’s appears to be light years ahead of the technology used in older televisions.Not only does the technology appear to be light years ahead, but so does the price. HDTV’s can get pretty expensive. In the future the price will go [...]

Posted Mon, Jul 7th, 2008. Listed under: Technology. Tagged as: . No Comments.

icemaster316_2001 asked: I was wondering what would happen when the hdtv runs out of hrs of life? I read the difference between the lcd and plasma and they were saying 60,000 hrs and then the bulb would have to be replaced? How long do hdtv’s actully last??
Also it is really worth getting the [...]

Posted Mon, Jul 7th, 2008. Listed under: TVs. 4 Comments.

aero asked: I just bought a 26″ sharp lcd hdtv. The picture is fine, but the speakers are very disappointing. the tv does have a digital output audio. what kind of external speakers/woofers are compatible with this tv? what components will be needed? i reckon a conventional computer speaker wouldn’t [...]

Posted Mon, Jul 7th, 2008. Listed under: TVs. Tagged as: . 3 Comments.

TigerDirectBlog asked:

Home Theater has taken on a new light - bringing the excitement on the screen into your room. This Ambilight technology is highlighted in Philips televisions, providing outstanding viewing pleasure and an array of features.
From http://www.tigerdirectblog.com

Posted Sun, Jul 6th, 2008. Listed under: Howto. Tagged as: , . 2 Comments.

Ryan N asked: I recently bought a LG-42LG50 HDTV and I love it, but I have a problem with the speaker buzz. I’ve connected my laptop computer to it through a VGA-to-VGA cable with 1/8th to 1/8th audio, and when it’s connected I hear the buzzing sound come from the tv speakers especially when [...]

Posted Sat, Jul 5th, 2008. Listed under: TVs. Tagged as: . 1 Comment.

ryan@thesatellitetvguide.com asked: DISH Network HDTV ReceiverWhen you subscribe to DISH Network’s satellite TV service you get all the equipment you need for satellite TV viewing - a dish and a four-room receiver system. But what if you want to watch your programs in high definition?Well, you’re in luck. You can upgrade your system and get [...]

Posted Sat, Jul 5th, 2008. Listed under: Cable And Satellite Tv. Tagged as: . No Comments.

Jhoana Cooper asked: HDTV tuners and HDHomeRun work as specially designed systems that receive and emit HDTV signals. HDTV stands for High Definition Television and it is the most advanced feature in the DTV area. Its qualities are broadcast of programs whose format is widescreen, pictures feature high resolution and you can enjoy surround sounds. [...]

Posted Thu, Jul 3rd, 2008. Listed under: Uncategorized. Tagged as: . No Comments.

Jhoana Cooper asked: When you purchase a new HD set, you might still want your old metallic antenna or you might want to have installed cable or satellite. Sometimes the image is not the best because the analogical signal associated to the digital television is not always associated to better image too. In these cases [...]

Posted Wed, Jul 2nd, 2008. Listed under: Uncategorized. Tagged as: . No Comments.

Gregg Hall asked: HDTV or High Definition Television offers many benefits over traditional analog television. The FCC is pushing broadcasters, electronic manufacturers, and consumers to switch in 2006. Are you ready to join the experience?HDTV HighlightsHGTV has excellent digital superiority.Crisp Detail.Progressive scanning.Digital audio.Wider viewing area.Best quality DVD playback.HDTV Then and NowIn 1987, the FCC issued [...]

Posted Wed, Jul 2nd, 2008. Listed under: Electronics. Tagged as: , . No Comments.