Wall color for HT

[Smokey]

I would imagine that when 4K resolution hits the streets, they will still be sitting where they were sitting when 480i ruled the roost!

I hate to see THX/SMPTE sitting recommendations for 4k resolution TV which the stitting will be even closer than 1080 TVs. But at some point, the eye "burn out" will definitely become a factor.

I dunno, thats about where I sit for my 42"...

Then you don't need a bias light

Not withstanding seeing scan lines (SD) I tried different sittng distances from 32 inch TV, and eye comfort zone seem to be around 8 feet.

[pixelthis]

I hate to see THX/SMPTE sitting recommendations for 4k resolution TV which the stitting will be even closer than 1080 TVs. But at some point, the eye "burn out" will definitely become a factor.

Don't worry about it, we will get 4k TV about the time we get warp drive and decent microwave
pizza.

[Sir Terrence the Terrible]

I hate to see THX/SMPTE sitting recommendations for 4k resolution TV which the stitting will be even closer than 1080 TVs. But at some point, the eye "burn out" will definitely become a factor.
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Actually you won't be sitting any closer, the screen is going to have to get much bigger than the ones we see now. 4K on a 100" screen= waste of resolution. You are going to need something closer to 150" to get any benefit from 4K

[Johnny B. Galt]

I would say that is a fair statement. By looking at SMPTE and THX guidelines for sitting distance (1080p)....

30 inch TV= 4 feet
34 inch TV= 4.5 feet
40 inch TV= 5.3 feet
50 inch TV= 6.5 feet
60 inch TV= 8 feet

...it become obvious why most people do not sit close enough. The viewing distance seem too short.

I'm soon to be shopping for a new TV. While these distances are the standards for 1080p material and would be the ideal for viewing when I'm watching a Blu-ray movie, that's only about a quarter of my viewing. Do you have any guidelines for suggested viewing (or screen size based on where the couch is) for general viewing of lower resolution content? My television viewing is a mix of non-HD cable programs and OTA HD major network sports broadcasts.

[Smokey]

Hi Johnny

You didn't mention the screen TV size, but.....

For 720P HD sources, recommended sitting distance is..

20 inch TV= 4 feet
26 inch TV= 5 feet
30 inch TV= 6 feet
34 inch TV= 6.7 feet
40 inch TV= 8 feet
50 inch TV= 10 feet
60 inch TV= 12 feet

For DVD/non-hd cable (480p) source, recommended sitting distance is..

20 inch TV= 7 feet
26 inch TV= 9 feet
30 inch TV= 10.5 feet
34 inch TV= 12 feet
40 inch TV= 14 feet
50 inch TV= 17.5 feet
60 inch TV= 21 feet.

Hope that help.

[Johnny B. Galt]

Thanks, Smokey! It is good to have all recommended distances in one spot. It looks like I'm going to have to shop for a couch with wheels on it based on my viewing! I've been looking at sets between 46 and 55 inches and my tentative seating position is about ten feet. I'd love to have a dedicated "theater" which was optimized for movies but realize I'm going to have to make compromises as most viewing will not be blu-ray. Looks like I'll also be reading the new a/v receiver reviews very carefully for upscaling performance.

I've enjoyed this thread although my wall color was decided back when I picked out the stone. However, this does make a case for going a little darker for the walls than I'd originally thought...

[Mingus]

Great information on this thread. I just found out my neightbor will be getting a 55 inch 1080p television with the main seating about 10 to 11 feet away. He will have backlighting.

[Geoffcin]

For DVD/non-hd cable (480p) source, recommended sitting distance is..

20 inch TV= 7 feet
26 inch TV= 9 feet
30 inch TV= 10.5 feet
34 inch TV= 12 feet
40 inch TV= 14 feet
50 inch TV= 17.5 feet
60 inch TV= 21 feet.

Hope that help.

Wow, don't pull out the old lo-fi VHS tapes or you'll be sitting somewhere in the neighbors house!

[GMichael]

I like this chart.

[pixelthis]

Great information on this thread. I just found out my neightbor will be getting a 55 inch 1080p television with the main seating about 10 to 11 feet away. He will have backlighting.

Your neighbor is very smart.
What a lot don't get is that you err on the side of caution with something you can't replace,
like a classic amp, or a set of eyes, is all I AM SAYING.

[Sir Terrence the Terrible]

Your neighbor is very smart.
What a lot don't get is that you err on the side of caution with something you can't replace,
like a classic amp, or a set of eyes, is all I AM SAYING.

If you understood how the eye works, then you would realize the profound ignorance of this statement.

[bobsticks]

I miss Slumpy and his purple home theater room...

[Sir Terrence the Terrible]

I miss Slumpy and his purple home theater room...

Is Slumpy cousins with Pookie? Inquiring minds want to know.

[pixelthis]

If you understood how the eye works, then you would realize the profound ignorance of this statement.

AND if you understood that they don't come in a blister pack at Sears, maybe you wouldn't
be so ignorant.
Do you realize how much they teach about how to use your eyes at the law enforcement
academy?
TEMPORARILY losing your sight when it gets dark, or suddenly light, is an inconvenience
sometimes, sometimes it can kill you.
All I am saying.

[Sir Terrence the Terrible]

AND if you understood that they don't come in a blister pack at Sears, maybe you wouldn't
be so ignorant.
Do you realize how much they teach about how to use your eyes at the law enforcement
academy?
TEMPORARILY losing your sight when it gets dark, or suddenly light, is an inconvenience
sometimes, sometimes it can kill you.
All I am saying.

Law enforcement....Hometheater...what a stretch. A properly calibrated set can not blind you, not even in the dark. Get a grip man!

[Johnny B. Galt]

[QUOTE=Sir Terrence the Terrible]Law enforcement....Hometheater...what a stretch.QUOTE]
He might be on to something...:
Popcorn with M&Ms doesn't seem particularly well-suited for my dog's digestive system but is usually served whenever I watch a movie. An eye must be kept on the dog so that she doesn't sneak a bowl full of the deliciously buttery/salty/sweet treats that can produce an eye-watering funk when passed through a yellow lab. The reason you have to trade your contact lenses for those sweet BCGs (birth control glasses) when you enter boot camp? Tear gas.

[pixelthis]

[QUOTE=Johnny B. Galt]

Law enforcement....Hometheater...what a stretch.QUOTE]
He might be on to something...:
Popcorn with M&Ms doesn't seem particularly well-suited for my dog's digestive system but is usually served whenever I watch a movie. An eye must be kept on the dog so that she doesn't sneak a bowl full of the deliciously buttery/salty/sweet treats that can produce an eye-watering funk when passed through a yellow lab. The reason you have to trade your contact lenses for those sweet BCGs (birth control glasses) when you enter boot camp? Tear gas.

You do know that chocolate is poisonous to doggies, don't you?

[pixelthis]

Law enforcement....Hometheater...what a stretch. A properly calibrated set can not blind you, not even in the dark. Get a grip man!

GET A CLUE.
I err on the side of safety, I KEEP MY EYES.
You side (as usual) with being an arrogant prick that thinks he knows everything, and maybe you will be okay.
MAYBE you will be shopping for a new pair of eyes on CHINESE net sites(retinas, sixty grand a pair).