Plasma TVs

From the Glossary:

LCD or Liquid Crystal Displays
Technology with high quality images and slim designs mostly used in digital watches and laptop monitors.

Plasma
Gas used to light the many bulbs in plasma screens. This gas is made up of equal numbers of free electrons and positive ions in approximate equal numbers.

Resolution
The size of the images seen on computer displays and other TV screens. The higher the resolution, the better the picture quality and clarity of the images.

Widescreen
Displays which let you view at a ratio similar to that in the cinema, 16:9, whereas standard TVs only offer a 4:3. view.

Accessories for your Plasma TV

Once you’ve decided on your plasma TV model, you can start thinking about accessories you may need for optimal viewing pleasure. Although there is a range of accessories available, the main thing you will be needing is what you will be using to hold up your plasma TV. When choosing the right accessories be sure to keep in mind the size and weight of your new TV as well as the space you plan to put it in.

Pedestal

This is a slick looking stand is usually used professionally and not at home as there is nor room for other accessories beneath. This is a sleek stick-like design with nowhere to place any accessories underneath.

Standard Stand

This basic stand has an attachment for the TV on top and useful shelving below for other equipment like a DVD player, Playstations or other game consoles etc.

Ceiling Mount

These adjustable mounts can be spun or rotated to be viewed from different areas of the room.

Wall Mount

This works like hanging a picture on the wall, using a hook to place the TV flat against the wall.

Adjustable Wall Mount

This mount has an arm that may be adjusted to rotate the TV, enabling it to be viewed from various angles around the room.

Cables and Tuners

Although you will be supplied with the basic cables to hook up your Plasma TV, but you might want to find out what additional cables or tuners you may be needing, for instance a tuner with a PC input and output.

Speakers and DVD Players

Purchasing good-quality surround sound speakers and DVD machines, or a home theatre entertainment centre will enhance the experience of your Plasma TV, matching the exceptional picture display with superb sound.

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