LCD TV Information

TV technology is confusing, but we found several terrific articles and buyer's guides outlining the types of new TVs and explaining HDTV technology.

At CNET, we found two articles enormously helpful. HDTV World includes a section called "HDTV 101: A Beginner's Guide," and it is the perfect place to start reading about HDTV.

CNET's TV buyer's guide walks you through everything there is to consider before choosing a type of TV.

ConsumerReports.org also has a good guide to the types of television and to HDTV, although you must be a website subscriber to read it.

About.com has a good primer explaining refresh rates and frame rates from home theater guide Robert Silva. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

THX, a technology and certification company founded by "Star Wars" director George Lucas, has developed a certification program for all types of HD displays, including LCD. You can learn more about THX and the THX Display Certification program at the company's website.

The article "How To Buy Television Sets" at Checkbook.org includes helpful information about digital and high-definition television.

Manufacturers' websites can provide you with detailed information and specs for a model you may be considering:

Insignia

Hitachi

JVC

LG

Panasonic

Sharp

Sony

Samsung

Sanyo

Toshiba

Vizio