Viewing distance?

[nick2003]

Hi all, What would be the best viewing distance for a 52 inch hdtv? Thx recommends 5.8 feet according to this website http://www.myhometheater.homestead.com/viewingdistancecalculator.html isnt that to close?

[Splicer]

I sit up to 11' away and the TV is plenty big enough. Beats the heck outta watching a 32" that far...

[nick2003]

I heard in an article that you want to make sure you sit close enough to make it more life like though.

[57U]

Although that "calculator" is OK for HD or perhaps DVDs, you cannot watch SD from that distance.

The rule of thumb for purchasing a TV is 2-2.5 times the screen size. In your case, I would suggest 9' for 52".

[kbachelder]

So for my 30" (diagonal) HDTV the best viewing distance would be 5' - 6'?

Thanks,

Kevin

[Ratman]

Based on the guidelines, a 30" screen would be:
2.5 x 30" = 75"
75" / 12 = 6.25'

Use your best judgement and apply appropriately for your room.
Remember, these are 'guidelines', not a rule.

[kbachelder]

Thanks Ratman.

This will be my first HDTV so I'm trying to figure out how best to setup my viewing location. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.


Kevin

[nick2003]

Thanks for the help guys