A 27” LCD TV which is attractive in style provides a much better picture than the old CRT televisions. A flat screen 27” LCD TV can be mounted on a wall, under a cabinet, on the ceiling, or it can sit on a stand or on top of furniture.
A 27” LCD TV comes in a size that is big enough to comfortably watch from a reasonable distance. The 27” LCD market is also highly competitive. Given are some of the tips. 27” LCD TV has significantly higher resolution than a conventional TV, you’ll be able to sit closer and view a larger screen comfortably. The optimum viewing distance for a 27” LCD TV is approximately 6 feet.
A 27” LCD TV with EDTV is less expensive. The price difference between a smaller HD-ready 27” LCD TV and an ED-ready 27” LCD TV is relatively small. A lower resolution LCD TV won't be able to accept high-definition signals.
Try to purchase a set with an HDMI input. This port keeps the signal all-digital, avoiding degradation that can occur as the signal passes through other components. HMDI carries high-definition audio as well as video. Some satellite receivers and DVD players also connect through this port.
Narrow your choice of 27” LCD TV down further by determining if you want or need picture-in-picture functionality. Picture-in-picture allows you to view two video sources at once, with one appearing as a small window on the screen. Single-tuner picture-in-picture lets you watch television in one window and another source (like a DVD) in the second window. A 27” LCD TV with two tuners lets you watch two television sources at once.
You’ll want to check to see if the different models of 27” LCD TV you’re still considering are sold with a stand or mounting hardware included. Most 27” LCD TVs will come with a table stand wall mounting hardware costs an additional $100 to $200. The mounting stand should be appropriate to the size. The average 27” LCD TV is heavy, so make sure your stand or hardware will safely support it.
Inspect the manufacturer's return and warranty policy before buying online. Some manufacturers have strict policies regarding authorized dealers. If you buy a 27” LCD TV from an unauthorized dealer, the manufacturer may not offer warranty coverage. The retailer may offer a substitute warranty that sufficiently covers you – the only way to know for sure is to ask.
The price difference for a 27” LCD TV from an authorized dealer and from a discounter can be hundreds of dollars. Sometimes that’s the sole reason for the price difference. So make sure you’re comfortable with the risk of not having a warranty, or make sure you ask the discounter for information about warranty terms for the 27” LCD TV.
John Gibb is the owner of LCD Television resources
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