I'm clueless about tvs so bear with me. Browsing in an electronics shop, all of the hd tvs were marked "hd ready". If so, when you bring one home do you need to add on some sort of external device or what. How does a tv go from hd ready to hd working?
Also what is the cheapest hd tv you've seen? How much did it retail for?
Finally, which would you recommend plasma or lcd?
Thanks
2006-08-26 05:22:11 · 10 answers · asked by Melok 4 in Consumer Electronics ➔ TVs
no idea but i think maybe lcd ones are better
2006-08-26 05:26:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only part of your query that I can answer is with regard to HDTV. HD stands for High Definition and, put simply, means that there are more horizontal lines to the picture. This allows for greater clarity and definition of the image on the screen.
In the UK the only way you can currently get HD pictures is with the use of a Sky HD box. To acquire such a box you have to have Sky TV installed at home, and pay for Sky Plus and Sky HD. I don't know how much this all costs, but a look at the Sky website will give you that information.
Other channels , especially the BBC, are looking towards broadcasting in HD soon, but no dates have been set, to my knowledge.
As for the remainder of your query, I've not looked at plasma or LCD TV's so I can offer no information about this, I'm sorry to say.
Nevertheless, I hope this helps you clarify some information.
2006-08-26 06:26:33 · answer #2 · answered by borogirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When HD programs are finally broadcast the TV will handle them, but don't confuse HD transmission with Digital transmissions. HD is Digital but Digital need not be HD.
After HD transmissions start ordinary Digital transmissions will continue. You will not HAVE to have an HD TV.
LCD or Plasma - I understand that one of the major manufacturers of plasma are dropping it, so I would go for LCD.
Be choosy, see one working before buying. Some show the pixels more than others. A smoother image is to be prefered.
2006-08-26 11:35:12 · answer #3 · answered by daviddreamtime 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"HD Ready" means that the TV is compatible with HD (high-definition) signals, and will produce the necessary resolution, but needs an HD tuner to retrieve the signals.
An "HDTV" is a TV has already has an HD tuner built-in and all it needs is an HD signal for you to be in business.
I have provided you with some price comparison websites for you to find the lowest price... I would recommend LCD HDTV for its lower price, better reliability and longevity, and the picture quality is about equal (although picture quality varies widely between brands -just compare the contrast ratios for one).
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2006-08-26 11:31:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not 100% sure but i think HD ready means it is ready and working but there is still a lot of channels/ tv programmes that arent..it is slowly phasing in..same goes with the Sky boxes etc..there are HD ready Sky + boxes now...Maybe the same with DVD players??
Various prices, just find one you like and then search for the best deal.
Personally i would get a rear projection, i think Sony is bringing a 60" out or is it 70"?
2006-08-26 05:29:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just buy a Tv that says HDTV not HD ready. HDTV's are capable of showing Hi Def channels without adding more extra equipment. LCD's are better, no chance of burn in (images can get burned in as in left there forever in plasma's!) besides Plasma are power hungry TV's so go get a LCD HDTV.
2006-08-26 05:37:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe the HD ready means when the BBC etc start transmitting High Definition programs then the T.V. will be HD working.
2006-08-26 05:29:51 · answer #7 · answered by ♣ My Brainhurts ♣ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all channels are HD. Think you need to pay for specific HD channels. Just means your tv will work with these.
2006-08-26 05:29:47 · answer #8 · answered by Trix 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask the dealer what his sing means. I have heard that plasma screens are only good for about 3000 hr. So I would a lot of research and keep asking questions.
2006-08-26 05:32:01 · answer #9 · answered by norsmen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go 4 plasma and if u want more channels add a skybox or sumfin but yes they r ready 2 use
2006-08-26 05:28:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋