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What Are HD and HD Ready?

If you are planning to purchase video equipment of any kind, you must be familiar with HD and HD ready, so you can make educated choices as a consumer.

The label 'HD ready' refers to the ability of the product to handle high definition (HD) video. HD video is a video standard of higher resolutions than those supported by older standards. A display system must support video resolutions of 720 to 1080 vertical lines for it to be considered HD ready.

In order to view high definition video content, one must have a display unit that can handle high resolution video. These include most computer screens, modern television sets and many movie projectors. When purchasing a display unit, especially in the case of a television set, one must be careful to select one that supports HD video.

There are different labels used in high definition compatible video equipment, depending on the modes the product supports. Simply 'HD ready' means that at least the minimum resolution of 720 vertical lines is supported, while Full HD and HD 1080 both refer to the resolution of 1080 vertical lines, which is the maximum supported in the standard. High definition video usually has an aspect ratio of 16:9, although 4:3 is also sometimes used.

Sometimes additional information is included. The letters 'p' or 'i' refer to progressive or non-progressive modes, respectively. A slash followed by a number tells the update frequency. Therefore, 720p/60 means that a piece of equipment supports resolution of 720 vertical lines of progressive video with a frequency of 60 frames per second. This is a common video mode in LCD displays.

In addition to the display unit, the source must also be high definition compatible. This means that to watch HD movies, the DVD player must also be HD ready. Similarly, to enjoy the full benefits of an HD television set, the television broadcast must be in high definition format (HDTV).

For a good video system, all the parts must be able to handle high definition video. This includes not only the above mentioned disc player and display unit, but also all the connections used between them. The source media must naturally also be in a format of HD resolution. Also the mode matters, so for best possible effect all the parts of the system should support full HD.

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Top 10 Home Theater LCD Projectors 2011 --- Best Buy LCD Projectors in 2010

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Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705 HD 720p 3LCD Home Theater Projector List Price: $749.99 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description EPSON PowerLite Home Cinema 705HD Home theater projector Features 720p, high-definition, widescreen performance; for movies, games and more Bright — 2500 lumens color and 2500 lumens white light output Rich, vibrant true-to-life color — advanced 3LCD, 3-chip technology Easy setup — 1.2x optical zoom, auto keystone Versatile connectivity HDMI, USB Type A, Component Video, and S-Video digital connections

Nikon Coolpix S1100pj 14 MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3-Inch LCD and Built-in Projector (Black) List Price: $349.00 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Sharing photos and videos doesnt get more immediate, or simple, than with the Nikon S1100PJs built-in projector. Show the shots you take with your 14.1-megapixel camera, or the movies you film in HD, at up to a 47 projection that can be used on any flat surface. Hybrid optical and electronic image stabilization keep blur from creeping in, and a 5x optical zoom lets you get things framed just right. Easy-Auto mode and a Smart Portrait system make sure that you can concentrate on taking pictures, rather than on adjusting settings, while a 3.0 touch LCD viewscreen makes previewing and editing images easy on the eyes. Features Incredible built-in projector; 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor 5x wide-angle optical Zoom-Nikkor glass lens 3-inch touch-screen display; 5-way VR Image Stabilization system HD (720p)movie recording with One-Touch control button Capture images and video to SD/SDHC memory card (not included)

Optoma HD66 3D Projector, Great for Wii, PlayStation, and Xbox List Price: $699.99 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Optoma's HD66, 3D-Ready home theater projector delivers the future! Breathtaking and bold, the Optoma HD66 hometheater projector provides stunningly beautiful widescreen viewing. The 3D-Ready HD66 adds a whole new demension to the gaming and home theater experience-and delivers more dynamic learning in education and training applications. With 2500 ANSI lumens, 4000:1 contrast, and native 720p widescreen resolution, the HD66 delivers subtle details and striking clarity for pure viewing delight! Features DLP Technology by Texas Instruments with BrilliantColor Technology 2500 Lumens produce a bright, crisp image Produces mind-boggling 3D images for high intensity gaming! Complete on-screen menu adjustments in 23 languages Native 720P widesreen resolution

Epson MovieMate 72 High-Definition Projector, DVD and music player combo (V11H257220) List Price: $1,199.99 Sale Price: $739.88 You save: $460.11 (38%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description The ultimate high-definition projector, DVD and music player combo, Epson MovieMate 72 takes big-screen entertainment to a new level with precision 720p resolution. Enjoy larger-than-life entertainment. It’s the all-in-one product with built-in progressive scan DVD/CD player and four 5 W Dolby® 5.1 DTS® stereo speakers. Epson MovieMate 72 displays standard DVDs in even more detail at high-definition 720p resolution. It projects images up to eight times larger than on a 40-inch, widescreen TV. Simply plug it in and let the fun begin. There are no additional cables or equipment to hook up. Epson MovieMate 72 has an unique swivel base for versatile DVD loading. It delivers natural colors and bright, vibrant images with 3-chip 3LCD technology. Use Epson MovieMate 72 for videogames, movies and more. It works with your Apple® iPod,® Nintendo® Wii,™ Sony® PS3™ or Microsoft® Xbox 360™ video game system for more entertainment options. Connect it to high-definition devices via HDMI for even more entertainment value. Epson MovieMate 72 displays an 80-inch, widescreen image from just 6 1/2 feet away, or a 120-inch image from just 10 feet away Features 720p Resolution Apple® iPod,® Nintendo® Wii,™ Sony® PS3™ and Microsoft® Xbox 360™ compatible DVD movies up to 8 times larger than on a 40" TV! Two-year limited warranty

Optoma GT700 3D Game Time Projector, Great for Wii, PlayStation, and Xbox List Price: $749.00 Sale Price: $657.88 You save: $91.12 (12%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The GT700 provides the ultimate widescreen experience for gamers, sports enthusiasts, and movie buffs. Designed for quick connection to computers, game consoles, blu-ray players, and television tuners, the GT700 accommodates on-the-go entertainment and can also impress as the centerpiece of your home theater. Optimized for flexibility, this GameTime projector displays a large image from a short distance, features a powerful 10-watt speaker system, and includes a custom-designed backpack for storage and easy transport. Whether your passion is sports, gaming, the internet, or movies, Optoma transforms your free time into GameTime. Features DLP display technology by Texas Instruments Digital and analog connections for gaming and video sources Projects a 120" diagonal image from an approximate throw distance of six feet Supports high definition 1080p signals Bright enough for use in large rooms with ambient lighting

FAVI RioHD-LED-2 Mini Projector List Price: $247.00 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description LED projector as featured by PC Magazine. The RioHD-LED-2 by FAVI Entertainment offers the perfect balance in performance and affordability for business professionals, educators, gamers and home theater enthusiasts alike.Its revolutionary LED2 technology provides 20,000 hours or 14 years of lamp life (average of 4 hours per day). while boasting 4 times the brightness of a standard pico projectors. The quick connect VGA and portable design make it ideal for laptop presentations. At less than 3 lbs it easily travels with you to work. Bring your projector home for a family movie night or host the entire neighborhood for a drive-in movie by connecting it to your vehicle's 19V power source. *Recommend a FAVI floor stand projection screen for outdoor use. Features Supports 1080p/1080i/720p resolutions Weighs less than 3 lbs; fits nicely in laptop case Over 5 times as bright as standard LED projectors; LED lamp lasts an incredible 20,000 hours or 14 years (@ 4 hours a day) Connections: 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA, 1 x Composite A/V, 1 x Component, 1 x S-Video, 1 x headphone/stereo jack Accessories Included: 1 x VGA Cable, 1 x Remote Control, 1 x Composite A/V Cable, 1 x 19V Power Adapter & 1 x User Guide;

Optoma PK301 Pico Pocket Projector List Price: $399.99 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Optoma's PK301 Pico pocket projector provides projection power anywhere. Featuring up to 50 ANSI lumens and native widescreen WVGA resolution, the palm-sized PK301 enables you to easily share videos, photos and graphics at home or on the road. Enjoy unlimited content playback at your fingertips with the microSD card slot, HDMI and VGA connectivity. Compact and robustly-featured, the PK301 sets a new standard for mobile projecting. Features MicroSD card slot allows for memory expansion up to 16 GB Project large widescreen images of up to 120" diagonal LED light source lasts over 20,000 hours while producing excellent color Full assortment of I/O ports, including USB, VGA, HDMI and video, allow for easy connection to most analog or digital devices Extended power battery pack, iPod kit-share the fun from iPods and iPhones,Female USB adapter -project images and videos from USB ,Mini HDMI cable

ViewSonic PJD6531w WXGA Wide DLP Projector -120Hz/3D Ready, 3000 Lumens, 3200:1 DCR, HDMI List Price: $1,129.00 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The PJD6531w is an advanced 120Hz/3D ready DLP projector which includes BrilliantColor technology to produce more vibrant colors, while the high brightness and contrast ratios make this projector shine in virtually any lighting situation. The PJD6531w delivers 3000 lumens with a 1280 x 800 WXGA native wide resolution. This projector is designed for table-top use or can be mounted on the ceiling for classrooms and meeting rooms. The top load lamp and filter-less design provides for easy maintenance and low total cost of ownership. RJ-45 connectivity enables remote network control, while the extensive input options and integrated 10W speakers provide for amazing multimedia performance and effective presentations or classroom lessons. Features Bright in virtually any setting with 3,000 lumens - With 3200 - 1 contrast ratio, it's the bright choice for mobile presenters The sophisticated 5-segment color (RGBWY) wheel provides greater color accuracy than standard DLP projectors with a 4-segment color wheel Closed captioning - Integrated closed captioning decoder for the hearing impaired. Use the Eco mode to achieve lower power consumption, reduce overall noise and extend lamp life Network control through RJ-45 - Schedule, manage and monitor the projector remotely and receive e-mail alerts of projector lamp status