Many consumers are asking themselves if buying an LCD television is a good decision. They have questions about the clarity of the picture, screen sizes, cost, and how long it will last. They want to know if it will work with the equipment they already own. Let’s look at some of the facts.
Most consumers are aware of LCD technology from watches, cell phones, and video camera screens, but may not know what it is. Simply the screen is two panels of transparent matter, which have been “cemented” together. A polymer material containing the liquid crystals is applied to one of these layers. When electricity is connected to these crystals, they will either allow the light through or become opaque. It is this action which forms the images we see.
With their thin panels and similar shapes, many consumers assume that plasma TV’s are the same as LCD. In reality, their technology is quite different. Unlike the LCD’s, plasma screens are made up of individual cells which have been filled with a gas. Electrical current running through the cells causes a reaction. Green, blue and red phosphors react, forming pixels, which we see as the complete picture.
Until recently, LCD TV’s have been more popular in the smaller sized televisions. This is partly because technology caused the prices of the larger screens to be much more expensive than the smaller sets. However, technology is constantly improving and now there is less of a price difference, making the large-screen sets more available to the average consumer.
Since most LCD televisions are equipped with VGA input connections, and are so similar to an LCD computer monitor, many people buy them with the thought of integrating them with a PC. The large-screen LCD is an excellent piece of equipment for this use, especially for those who enjoy game-playing with friends.
When purchasing an LCD TV, purchasers often ask if their older auxiliary equipment will work with the new technology. The new TVs are equipped with the standard A/V connections, so this is not a problem. Be aware, though, that the low resolution of the VHS tapes, as well as the color quality, means that the picture will not be as clear as it was when shown on a conventional analog television.
When buying an LCD television, decide where you are going to place it, and how you are going to use it. Some like to integrate it with their home theatre system for a truly surround-sound experience. If this is your plan, ensure that you have the correct cables, bracket or cabinet for displaying your new equipment, as well as providing surge protection for your LCD TV.
LCD TVs use less power, and emit less heat, than a conventional or plasma television. They last a long time, more than 60,000 hours of viewing time can be expected, and give you a vivid image. In addition, their slim design means they can be displayed just about anywhere. Purchasing an LCD TV is a shrewd decision.
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