HDTV Television Size
When It Comes To Home Theaters
Size Matters
Picking a television for the perfect home theater is a tough
process.
First off, the price ranges are staggering. From a few hundred
dollars to well over $50,000, the choices are amazing. What's
also amazing is the fact that quality doesn't necessarily have
to
cost a bundle. It really depends on make and model.
When selecting a television for a home theater there are a few
things to keep in mind. First off, size does matter.
Don't pick a television that won't work
in the room you intend it to be in. For example, a big screen
television in a room the size of the thimble won't look very
good. If you have to sit too close to the television to take it
all in, the full effect will be lost. The same goes for a
television that's too small for a room. Squinting doesn't do
anyone good and it sure doesn't make for a fun pastime in a
room that's supposed to be a home theater.
If you're a real movie purist, the television you'll want is
likely one that will play movies in the wide screen format.
This is true for a number of reasons. First off, regular
televisions don't have the ability to play a movie in its
director's format. This means what is seen isn't everything the
director intended. In the case of some movies, what's missed
can be a lot.
To see movies in their intended format, you will want a
rectangular television with a 16:9 aspect ratio. Basically a
miniature movie screen. These can be found in regular picture
tube televisions, front projection, rear projection and even
plasma screens. The key is the shape and the ratio. Don't go
with square if movie watching in its purest form is your
thing.
For great wide screen viewing, you'll want as big of a
screen as you can afford and your room will hold. Keep in mind
that a television that's too big or too small will alter the
experience. For example, the best viewing of a good wide screen
television is basically worked out with this formula: the
distance from the viewer to the television should be three
times the size of the screen.
If you follow this formula for television buying and room
arrangement, you should be set.
A home theater is a great idea for those who love movies, and
doing it well doesn't have to break the bank. Careful planning
and smart purchases with size in mind can mean the difference
between a greet theater and an average
one.
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