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SD picture
Rated by our independent expert viewing panel when watching standard definition material (DVD and broadcast TV) via both RGB (Scart) and RF (aerial) inputs.
HD picture
Rated by our independent expert viewing panel when watching 1080i (satellite) and 1080p (Blu-ray) HDTV pictures via the HDMI input.
Sound
This includes the results of our technical tests and our independent listening panel's verdict.
Ease of use
This rating includes our assessments for ease of setting up the TV, everyday ease of use, using the instruction manual and accessing the more complex functions.
Versatility
The number, functionality and versatility of features.
Power
Based on the power usage when being viewed and in standby and the presence and effectiveness of power-saving features such as a light sensor or radio screen blanking. Power usage can vary massively. Large 42-inch plasma TVs use about twice as much power as 32-inch LCD TVs. But even larger screen LCDs are more energy efficient than power hungry plasmas.
Screen size
This is the size of the screen in inches, measured diagonally across.
1080p/24
A 'Yes' means the TV is more likely to work with Blu-ray players without pictures suffering from slight jerky movement on motion and panning scenes. It has to display the highest quality 1080p HD signal and ideally 'refresh the screen' at the same frame-rate recorded on the new high-definition discs - 24 frames per second. Older 'HD-ready' sets will switch to a 1080i picture when used with high-definition DVD, but are more likely to suffer from the slight judder problem.
Audio description
This means the TV can decode an audio description signal. Found on some Freeview programmes, this is an additional narration for visually-impaired people that describes significant visual information, such as body language and scenery.
Light sensor
If selected the light-sensor automatically adjust the brightness of the picture according to how light or dark the room is. Viewing in darker rooms with the light sensor switched on can dramatically reduce power consumption
HDMI
HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. It's a high-capacity input designed for receiving HD video and audio signals from high-definition equipment, like a Blu-ray DVD player or Sky HD box.
Stereo output
Red and white phono sockets can carry stereo sound to a HiFi.
Surround sound output
These outputs let you hook up your TV to an external surround sound system. There are two types - Coaxial (wire) and Optical (fibre optic) so make sure your home cinema's digital connection matches your TV. Both can carry stereo signals too.
Price
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