Washington, D.C. (December 7, 2006)
--
I get scores of e-mails
every week from readers asking everything from whether
they should buy a new HDTV to when will their TV
provider add new high-def channels.
So, from time to time, I will publish my responses here
in this new column called, "Ask Swanni!"
Q. When am I going to get my local HDTV channels?
I have DIRECTV and I live in Tucson, Arizona. -- Dennis
A.
DIRECTV is rolling out
local HD channels in dozens of markets, but has not
revealed any launch dates for Tucson. Until they do, you
can pick up the HD signals of your local channels with
an off-air antenna. To select the right antenna,for you,
check out the web site, antennaweb.org.
Q. I was looking at some LCDs and Plasmas in a
store and I noticed that when (Indianapolis Colts'
quarterback) Peyton Manning threw a bomb on the LCD, it
was difficult to see the ball in flight. There was some
blurriness. Is this a problem with LCDs? -- Mike M.
Some LCD HDTV owners have
reported a "blurry motion" problem with their sets,
meaning sports or any fast motion image might blur a
bit. However, that said, it's hard to say for sure based
on your experience. In-store HDTVs are often not tuned
properly and/or display a sub-par source (DVD; watered
down cable feed, etc.) To learn more about whether a
specific LCD is a good deal, see our
HD Product Reviews
department.
Q. I was directed to your web site by a friend to
learn more about HD DVRs, but I can find anything. Help!
-- Ron C.
We actually have more
than 100 stories at TVPredictions.com that include the
term, "HD DVR," Type in "HD DVR" in our "Search TV
Predictions" box in the right hand corner of this page
and you'll learn everything you need to know.
Q. We are looking to purchase a new HDTV for our
15-year-old son, but we are looking to spend only
$600-700. Any suggestions? -- Darlene W.
RCA is now selling a
52-inch rear-projection HDTV for $699 at most retail
stores. If you're looking for a flat-panel set, you'll
have to go smaller with that budget and focus on a
27-inch set. But you might find a 32-inch LCD HD for
around $899 or maybe a little less. Trust me, your son
will appreciate the larger screen size.
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