Recommendations of experts on choosing a TV

Urgency

issue In fact, The technology of choosing an inexpensive but good TV model is quite complicated. You need to take into account a lot of nuances, such as: optimal diagonal, screen resolution, viewing angle, additional features, etc. Not seldom sellers consultants beautiful speech "vparivayut" stagnant on the shelf model, listing its functions, which you may never be useful. That is why, in order not to overpay extra money and not buy a "cat in a poke," then we will consider the basic criteria and determine which TV is better to choose and buy for the house.

Selection Criteria

We immediately draw your attention to the fact that there are quite a few criteria for choosing a reliable TV, and every moment must be taken into account during the purchase. Carefully read the information below, on which basis, make the right decision.

Screen Type

The first thing to look for is the type of screen. To date, they can be represented by the following technologies:

1. Kinescope .The most ancient variant, which was indisputably present in every house. The large picture tube is familiar to all. Its advantage is low cost and long service life. Disadvantages - a relatively large size( relative to LCD and LED devices), as well as a minimum set of functions. In addition, the kinescope screen spoils the eyesight.
2. Liquid Crystal Display( LCD) .Image quality, thickness is small, high color rendering and relatively low cost. The only significant drawback - the burnout of the crystals, resulting in the appearance of spots on the display. This type of TV has an optimal price-quality ratio. A liquid crystal model is recommended for a living room and a hall, because in this case it is possible to install the TV on the wall, making the interior of the room more modern.
3. LED .Advanced technology, presented in the form of LED backlight matrix( as opposed to fluorescent lamps, which are used in LCD screens).Among the main advantages are good image quality, low power consumption and reduced matrix thickness. The disadvantage is one, but significant - the high cost of technology.
4. Plasma .To display a picture, not crystals, but gas-filled sealed cells are used. The display in this case is better, but the devices consume more power. Also a drawback is the fact that the dimensions of plasma screens are not less than 32 inches, which is related to the design features.
5. Projection. Another type of device that is in doubt. On the one hand, projection TVs are inexpensive and have a high-quality picture. On the other hand, there is a problem with burn-out of pixels, as well as a small viewing angle, which significantly reduces the demand for products.
6. Laser .One of the modern options that appeared on the market in 2008.The image quality of laser screens is quite high, at the same time, products consume a little power and have a long service life. The only drawback is the very high price.

The most popular in 2016 are LCD and LED displays. Both options are quite good for both the house and the dacha. The only difference is what you can donate - money or the length of service.

Diagonal

Modern models can have a diagonal of 14 to 80 inches.

Range that is in demand 26-42 inches. To properly select a TV diagonally, you need to be guided by the following requirements:

• Distance to the viewing area. It is usually customary to install the device at a distance of 3 diagonals. Proceeding from this, and at the same time, relying on the size of the room, you can choose the most optimal option.
• The size of the room. It is logical that in the kitchen 4 * 4 meters to choose a 32-inch TV does not make sense. Make a selection of the TV by the area of ​​the room to buy the most suitable screen size.
• Intended purpose. Another important factor. It all depends on the purpose for which the technique will be used - as a home theater in the hall or for viewing news in the kitchen. For example, for the latter case, it is advisable to use a small screen of 26 inches, and in the first one, even a large 55-inch display can be used.

Resolution Probably every confident Internet user who watches movies online and downloads them from the torrent knows what screen resolution is. This parameter displays the total number of pixels. Among the older models of devices, 1024 * 768 resolution is most often used, new models 2015-2016 can have resolutions such as 1920 * 1080( high definition television, full HD) and 3840 * 2160( ultra-high definition, ultra HD).

The more this parameter, the better the picture quality you can see. It should also be noted that the resolution should be selected based on how you will use the device. For example, to watch analog TV, it's useless to choose a TV FHD( 1920 * 1080), becauseThe maximum possible signal transmitted over the cable will be several times smaller. In the event that you use modern gaming platforms( like PS4) or watch a movie of high quality( 1080p or 720p), you should prefer higher display resolutions and choose a new generation TV - UHD.

Sound quality

Also an important factor, which you need to pay attention to when choosing. The cleaner the built-in speakers will be, the more comfortable it is to watch a movie or a TV show. Typically, the sound quality is affected by the size of the unit and the total cost of the product. This is obvious, because to hope for a quality clean sound in the device, a diagonal of 20 inches does not make sense, especially if it costs a couple of thousand rubles. To choose a TV with a good sound, you should give preference to those models that have a built-in Dolby Digital sound decoder, which is one of the best in 2016.

Response time

Another parameter that you should pay attention to when choosing a TV for your home is the pixel response time. This parameter represents the time required to change the position of the crystal in one pixel. In other words, how fast can the picture change during a dynamic scene. If the response time is long, trails can remain on the screen during dynamic scenes, which worsens the viewing comfort.

We draw your attention to the fact that the relevance of this criterion is gradually lost, because most modern models have a response time of about 5 ms, which is quite enough. If the device is relatively old: 2004-2008, check that the response time is not more than 8 ms, otherwise the loops will be visible.

Interfaces

In simple terms, these are the "jacks" for connecting various devices: webcams, headphones, tuners, game consoles, etc.

Modern TV must necessarily include the following interfaces:

• HDMI - used to transfer video and audio signals from a PC, modern camcorders, gaming platforms, etc.
• USB-port is the most popular interface for today. Through USB, you can connect a webcam, flash drive, Wi-Fi adapter and other very useful devices.
• SCART - used for image and sound transmission, as well as synchronized start of TV and VCR.
• DVB-C / DVB-S - digital and satellite TV.
• PAL - analog television.
• S-Video is an analog connector for transferring images from a computer.
• Mini-jack - used to connect headphones.

We recommend immediately to read the article on how to properly connect the TV to your home theater to choose a model with the interfaces you need!

Brightness and Contrast

It is not so important to provide you with the existing parameters, how to explain the verification of the normal brightness and contrast of the TV.

As a rule, a lot of devices are displayed in the stores of home appliances, which show the same picture( for comparison).Sometimes shops are cunning, setting on the bad screens the maximum parameters of brightness and contrast, while on good modern aggregates this parameter is in the middle position. The result is a small difference with a relatively noticeable difference in price. To properly select the TV for brightness, you need to ask the sales consultant to go to the settings to see the brightness / contrast scale. So you can compare the technical characteristics and, analyzing the picture to understand how it is qualitative in comparison with other devices.

Format

Another important parameter - format - depends on the screen resolution. In legacy models, the format is 4: 3, while most modern devices have a widescreen 16: 9 screen. You need to choose the latter option, becausemost of the modern video clips, movies and even TV-programs support exactly 16: 9.

Scientists have experimentally proved that viewing in a 16: 9 format is more comfortable in connection with the physiological abilities of a person.

Manufacturers of

We recommend you to choose the manufacturer by choosing the following brands:

• Samsung
• Sony
• Sharp
• Philips
• LG

This group of companies is famous for its quality, which is why it keeps its leadership in the world rating! Even according to customers' reviews on thematic forums, you can analyze what exactly this five manufacturers is the most reliable and quality, which is why there is a difference in price compared to other brands. Even if you decide to choose a budget TV without the bells and whistles from these manufacturers, the purchase will pleasantly surprise you.

Here we draw attention to the fact that after choosing a particular model it is better to go to the forum on the Internet and read reviews from customers. Often even such giants as Sony produce unsuccessful models that fail even half a year after the purchase.

Additional functions of

Also, when buying, you need to know the following functions that new TV models can have:

• 3D image support. A TV with a 3d image will allow you to get as much as possible into the movie, but after a long movie the eyes may hurt.
• Picture in picture( the ability to watch several channels at the same time).
• Support for Wi-Fi( you can "sit" on the Internet and watch your favorite videos on YouTube c from a 55-inch screen).
• Anti-glare coating( the screen will not act as a mirror in intensive lighting)
• Reading a memory card( special slot for connecting the memory card from the phone or digital camera)
• Wall mount( if the display is thin, you can save space in the room,hanging wall TV as a picture).
• Function "List of favorite programs"( smart navorot with which you can add to favorites the most interesting TV programs).

We recommend you to watch a video on the expert opinions on how to choose the right home TV:

Summing up the

So, you got acquainted with the main criteria for choosing a TV for the house in 2016, nowI would like to provide some useful tips that will help you to clearly answer the question of how to choose a high-quality TV, so as not to overpay money and for many years to use the purchase.

• Pay attention to support for video formats. It is necessary that the device can read the most popular formats, such as MKV, MPEG-4 and XVid.
• Speaker power for normal viewing should not be less than 10 W( better than 15).
• Check the menu of the TV immediately in the store so that it is understandable and easy to use. If there is extra money, immediately check the screen for broken pixels( for an additional fee some stores can provide this service).
• To select a TV with a good viewing angle, you need to know this value. The angle of 176 degrees is enough for comfortable viewing even from the side.
• Some Philips models have the "AmbiLight" function, which represents a multi-colored LED backlighting of the display circuits. LEDs allow you to fully immerse yourself in watching a movie with special effects( for example, when the fire lights up, the outlines glow orange).If the issue of money does not present a problem, we recommend that you select such a model.

Finally, we once again draw your attention to the fact that right before the purchase you have become acquainted with the discussions of buyers on various information portals. This way you can find out all the problems that you can later face with a certain model!

Rating of popular models of

If you do not know which TV to choose for home in 2016, we recommend you familiarize yourself with the rating of the best models we compiled for price and quality. The list included equipment, the cost of up to 100 thousand rubles and has a large number of positive reviews among buyers.

LG 49LF620V .The top of the rating is a 49-inch screen with LED backlight, support for 3D and Full HD.Everything that should be in a modern TV is present in the LG 49LF620V, the cost of which does not exceed 45 thousand rubles. The only drawback is that the connectors are not very convenient, if they were assembled, not behind, this TV could be called ideal.

Samsung UE48JU6450U .More expensive, but with support for UHD, 48-inch screen, the price of which is about 70 thousand rubles. If you want to select a UHD TV of low cost, pay attention to this model. All the most important functions in it are available: Wi-Fi, Dolby Digital decoder, management of gestures and voice.

Panasonic TX-48ASR650 .Approximately the same in quality and reliability, as LG( 1 place), but at a cost of 53 thousand rubles has a more convenient remote control, stylish design and a more straightforward menu( according to customers).In general, the characteristics are not very different, so choosing a Panasonic TV TX-48ASR650 will be the right solution in 2016.

Philips 55PUS8809 .Very stylish model of TV with Ambilight backlight, 55-inch screen and support for UHD.High quality for a relatively low price, considering all the advantages of this technique. A lot of positive feedback about the fact that this screen has an amazing quality of 3D images.

Sony KDL-40R453B .Well, we finish our rating of TVs, which are recommended to choose in 2016 a model from Sony. For 31 thousand rubles you can buy a 40-inch screen with all the necessary functions. Advantages for this price is enough: high quality pictures, good sound, accurate appearance.

That's all I wanted to tell on this issue. We hope that now you know how to choose a TV for your home in 2016 and which one is better suited to certain conditions! We ask you to leave your feedback about the technique used so that other readers know which models to give preference to, and which ones should be avoided!

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