15 inch HDTV

Buying a 15 Inch HDTV

Maybe you’ve heard all the hype about HDTV and are thinking about buying one. Should you take the plunge? And which 15 inch HDTV should you get? First, let’s understand what HDTV is.

HDTV stands for High Definition Television. A standard television displays TV images in 480 vertical lines. It has an aspect ratio of 4:3, causing the screen to be mostly square.

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Brand	Toshiba	Coby	Toshiba	ViewSonic
Model	15LV505, LCD TV, w/ DVD	TFTV1524, LCD HDTV	15LV506, LCD TV, w/ DVD	N1630w, LCD HDTV
Display	15.6 inch	15 inch	15.6 inch	16 inch
Dimensions	12.6 x 15.8 x 5.5	13.9 x 14.8 x 2.5	12.6 x 15.8 x 5.5	11.8 x 14.8 x 4.7
Weight	11 pounds	10 pounds	11 pounds	10 pounds
Resolution	1366 x 768 resolution, 800:1 contrast	16:9 aspect ratio	1366 x 768 resolution, 800:1 contrast	720p, 1000:1 contrast
Features	Built in DVD Player	Wall mountable	Built in DVD Player	Integrated HDTV tune, two HDMI outputs

An HDTV, on the other hand, has a screen resolution that is much higher, giving you a far better picture. Currently there re three HDTV standards, referring again to the number of vertical lines: 720, 1080i and 1080p. (The “p” stands for progressive; progressive is nearly always better than the “i”, for “interlaced”). Each of these supports 5.1 Surround Sound and each has a 16:9 aspect ratio, giving it a widescreen look.

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If you go to the store today, the 15 inch HDTVs you find will most likely have either 720 or 1080i resolutions, with the pricier ones being 1080p.

When you’re shopping for a 15” HDTV, you first need to pick the style you want. They come in various sizes and styles. Do you want 15 inch HDTV for your office, or living room?

Maybe a 15 inch HDTV that can double as your computer monitor? Perhaps for your kitchen, with an under cabinet mount? All are available--and more.

Also, remember that there are true 15 inch HDTVs and there are HD-ready TVs. An HDTV has a built-in high-def receiver, whereas an HD-ready television uses an external HD receiver to display HD programs.

Finally, don’t expect too much from your 15 inch HDTV - yet. As long as there are still programs not broadcasting in high-definition, the picture won’t look any better than on a standard TV.

Where you’ll get the “wow” factor is from shows specifically designed for an HDTV, which are becoming more and more readily available.

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Buying a 15 Inch HDTV

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