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Why A CRT Tube TV Still Makes Sense

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Plasma and LCD televisions get all the press. Their slim profile and huge screen sizes certainly catch eyes on the show room floor. Unfortunately the price tag on such televisions reflects their newer technology, costing far more than a traditional CRT tube TV.

For many who go shopping for a new television, there's a reluctance to look at the older technology known as Cathode Ray Tube, tube TV or CRT TV. This is unfortunate because for millions of consumers these sets still make a lot of sense. With CRT flat screen TV, slimmer profiles, and even widescreen viewing, these sets aren't your grandfather's TV.

On this page learn more about:

  • How a CRT tube TV works
  • The advantages and disadvantages of owning a tube TV
  • What Size CRT tube TV you should buy
  • Reviews of popular CRT tube TVs
  • Parts and repairs information for a CRT TV
  • Recent improvements in CRT TV technology

    And then shop for one on this same page.

    • The Advantages of CRT Tube TVs 

    The traditional CRT television of today is somewhat different than the tube TV that was on the market twenty years ago.

  • A CRT tube TV is slimmer than it was 10 or 15 years ago by several inches. In addition it is possible to get a 16:9 aspect ratio, or what is termed "wide screen", tube TV although they do cost a bit more. In fact, Samsung offers the "Slim Fit" line which is an HD TV.

  • A CRT tube TV can offer a flatter screen, reducing problems with glare and looking more modern too. These screens have excellent viewing from almost every angle.

  • Today's tube TV is based on a more seasoned technology than plasma and LCD. They tend to be very dependable and long lived.

  • A CRT tube TV also tends to be much more affordable as the manufacturing process has been refined over many years. In many instances it costs more to repair an LCD or DLP TV than to purchase a brand new CRT set.

  • A tube TV provides outstanding picture quality with standard definition viewing. LCD and plasma have a better picture only if you pay for the upgraded HD programming available through a cable or satellite company.


  • A new CRT tube TV has a digital tuner and will be able to pick up the digital signals now broadcast by all stations.

  • Installation of a CRT TV is simple. Bring your new tube TV home, take it out of the box, set it where you like, plug it in and you are ready to start viewing your favorite shows.

    • The Disadvantages of CRT Tube TVs 

    Plasma and LCD TV's do have some advantages. Buyers should assess these carefully and they may find that for their needs these issues don't matter in their situation.

  • A CRT tube TV tends to be heavier and bulkier for it's size. If you don't move your television around much this shouldn't matter. If you plan on using a table or entertainment center to house your television you will save no space by paying for the slimmer design of plasma or LCD displays.

  • A tube television generally will not display high definition pictures as well as an LCD or Plasma display. If you are paying for a premium HD cable or satellite picture, the quality will be better with an LCD or plasma screen.

  • CRT tube TVs tend to top out around 36" so if you want a larger screen you need to go to a CRT Projection TV (some shown below), DLP, Plasma, or LCD.

    • CRT Tube TV Product Reviews 

    Want help in determining which tube TV models are the best? Check out some reviews.
    ecoustics.com
    Find consumer reviews and ratings for a number of tube televisions.
    How Stuff Works
    Find product reviews for a wide variety of CRT tube televisions.
    Cnet
    Click on the pictured tube TV sets and read the CNET review.

    How Does a CRT Tube TV Work? 

    It's goofy, it's old, but it's still the same basic idea.

    Professor Whoopee - How a CRT Works

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    What Size TV Do You Need? 

    The size television you want will depend upon where you will sit to view it. One general recommendation is to measure the distance from where the screen will be located to the chair or sofa where the viewer will most often sit. Measure this distance in inches and then divide by 4.5. This will provide an indication of the minimum screen size.

    For instance, if the distance measured is 144 inches (12 feet) then divide that by 4.5 and the result will be 32; meaning that a 32 inch screen is recommended.

    Improvements in CRT Tube TVs 

    CRT tube TVs have evovled. Now there are CRT flat screen TVs, slimmer models, widescreen viewing and much more.
    TV technology article
    Read about some of the developments in CRT tube TV technology in the past several years.
    itwire.com
    Another article outlining the slimmer profile of modern CRT flat screen TV sets.
    softpedia.com
    Find out about LGs improvements to their standard television models.

    CRT Tube TV Parts and Repair 

    Looking for information on tube TV repairs or parts? Take a look at the resources below.
    Repair FAQ
    CRT tube TV and monitor information regarding repairs. (technical)
    e-repair
    Repair tips for CRT tube televisions and monitors.
    TV Schematics
    Access to old TV schematics and repair manuals.
    DYI TV repair
    Not as technical, simple repairs for crt tube TV sets explained.
    Fix It Club
    More basic repair tips; not too technical.
    SMC Electronics
    Find parts for CRT tube televisions.
    Vintage Electronics
    Parts for tube TVs and much more.

    Tube TV Parts 

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    Other Tube Televisions 

    Haier HTR20 20

    Haier HTR20 20" CRT TV

    Amazon Price: $169.99 (as of 12/19/2009) Buy Now

    Magnavox 20

    Magnavox 20" TV (20MS3442) (20MS3442)

    Amazon Price: (as of 12/19/2009) Buy Now

    Haier HTR13 13-Inch CRT TV with ATSC Tuner (Silver)

    Haier HTR13 13-Inch CRT TV with ATSC Tuner (Silver)

    Amazon Price: $119.99 (as of 12/19/2009) Buy Now

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    What Size TV Do You Need: ppdigital.

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