TV Viewing Distance
What is the proper viewing distance for a High Definition television?
Before purchasing a High Definition television it is important to take the TV viewing distance into consideration. While large screens are great, you’ll want to make sure that your room allows for a comfortable distance between the TV and where viewers will sit.
Minimum and Maximum Television Viewing Distances
How far you sit from your television is a personal choice of course, however there are certain recommendations to keep in mind.
As you probably already know, if you sit too close to a standard television, picture quality can be poor. Because of their high resolution, wide screen High Definition televisions allow you to sit closer to the screen and still view crisp pictures. You’ll enjoy a movie-like experience without eyestrain. Generally speaking, you can view an HDTV screen from as close as 1.5 times the screen’s diagonal measurement. If you view a High Definition television from too far, you greatly reduce the impact of the viewing event. But…if you sit too close you may see horizontal scan lines and pixels.
Confused? Don’t be. The chart below makes it easy for you to choose the right size television for your room:
| 16:9 TV diagonal screen size |
Min. viewing distance (in feet) |
Max. viewing distance (in feet) |
| 26 |
3.3 |
6.5 |
| 30 |
3.8 |
7.6 |
| 34 |
4.3 |
8.5 |
| 42 |
5.3 |
10.5 |
| 47 |
5.9 |
11.8 |
| 50 |
6.3 |
12.5 |
| 55 |
6.9 |
12.8 |
| 60 |
7.5 |
15 |
| 65 |
8.1 |
16.2 |
Other things to consider when deciding what size High Definition television to purchase
Ventilation
You should allow approximately six inches of space on each side of your television for proper ventilation.
Depth
Make sure your HDTV will fit all dimensions. Some sets are very slim, while others are more bulky.
Eye Level
High Definition televisions are best viewed at eye level. Make sure your room has large enough wall or floor space to accommodate a set that can be placed at this optimal height.
If you have any questions about the size or proper viewing distance for a High Definition television you are considering, feel free to contact us. Our representatives are happy to share their High Definition TV knowledge and can help you make the right HDTV choice.
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