If youve thought about purchasing an LCD television, you probably have quite a few questions. Factors to consider include available screen sizes, longevity of the product, clarity of the image, and whether the television will be compatible with existing add-ons such as a VCR. Lets take a look at the LCD television.

Exactly what is an LCD TV? LCD stands for Liquid Crystal Display. This is the same technology that has been used for some time for camera screens and cell phones. It is constructed of two panels of glass-like material, which are bonded together. One layer is coated with a special polymer which contains the liquid crystals. An electrical current is run through the crystals which can turn dark or allow light to pass through, thus creating the picture.

The difference between LCD TVs and plasma TVs is not readily apparent. They look quite similar, but use entirely different technology. A plasma TV is made up of cells, which have been injected with a gas called neon-xenon . When electricity is applied to the cell, red, green and blue phosphors are struck. Each of these is called a pixel, and together they comprise the picture.

When LCD televisions first came on the market, the smaller screens were not only more widely available, but were more reasonably priced. The technology needed cause the large screen TVs to be more costly. With advancement in the technology, the price differences have evened out, making the larger sized LCD television economically feasible.

Many consumers wonder if they can use their LCD TV as a computer monitor. Most of them can be, due to the fact that LCD TVs are an outgrowth of the LCD computer monitor. The majority of TVs have the VGA input connections necessary to be integrated into a PC. Gamers like to integrate their PC and game systems in order to have a large screen to play their games on.

Many consumers desire to keep their old VCRs even when purchasing a new TV. These VCRs will integrate with the new TV, thanks to the standard connections, however there is one issue to keep in mind. The resolution on a VHS tape is much lower than that on the TV, which will result in poorer colour quality, as well as a grainier picture than the consumer has seen on their old, analogue television.

Although LCD TVs have internal speakers, many buyers prefer to integrate their TV with a home theatre system for the best all-around experience. Decide ahead of time where you would like to place your new TV in order to purchase a stand or cabinet. Ensure that you have the correct cables and a surge protection device to guard against a power surge.

LCD panels are thin and take up little space in your home, as well as using less power than a conventional or plasma TV. You can expect long life, in excess of 60,000 viewing hours, and a brilliant, clear image. The LCD television is definitely a wise purchase.

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