LCD Rear Projection TV
If you are on a tight budget and you enjoy watching movies or TV shows in a big screen, then, you may want to consider an LCD Rear Projection TV. Projection TVs vary in type. Some have three cathode-ray picture tubes (CRTs). CRTs are miniature version of tubes that can be found in traditional TV sets. These small tubes project images at the back of a screen. Screens usually vary from 40 inches to 60 inches. Instead of using CRTs, LCD projection TVs use DLP/digital light processing or LCOS/liquid crystal on silicon. LCD Rear projection TVs are sleek with its thin and light design. This is why they are priced higher than TVs that uses CRTs
Buyers have a great selection of brands to choose from when it comes to LCD rear projection TV. Some of the more popular brands are Samsun, Philips and Sony. Depending on models, projection TVs may have high definition capabilities. It is easy to get overwhelmed when faced with a lot of options. Here are some tips that may help you in your buying decision.
Your first consideration should be the size. The size of an LCD rear projection TV may range from 42 inches to over 70 inches. Do not be too excited and get the TV with the biggest screen size, only to find out, after coming home, that you don’t have space for it. Another consideration is the price and depth. Set a price range. This will efficiently trim down your list of TVs to choose from. Based from your budget, you can now decide on how thin you want your TV to be. Depths vary depending on model.
After you’ve set your budget and size, it is now time to move on to the next point of comparison—picture quality. The best way to compare picture quality is to visit an electronic store. In a local electronic store, TVs from various brands are usually displayed side by side, playing the same show or movie. By shifting your viewing from one TV to another, you can gauge which quality you like the best. If it is not at all possible for you to go to a local retail store, shopping online can work too. Compare what people have to say about the picture quality of a specific product. Another thing to consider is how an LCD rear projection TV performs when viewed in various angles. Some are dimmer when not viewed from the center. Quality of image may also vary depending on the viewing angle.
If finally, you’re able to find the model you want with the size, price and quality that works for you, do not rush into buying it yet. The last, but not the least feature is warranty. Sometimes people get too overwhelmed on how nice their new LCD rear projection TV looks that they forget to check on the warranty. Also, check on the type and cost of service they offer. Warranties are important so that you won’t have to shell out that big on cases when you receive a unit with factory defects.