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Sanyo LCD27XR1 27-inch LCD television

Provided you take the time to optimally tweak its internal settings, the Sanyo LCD-27XR1 offers great value for money and combines all of the features you'll need into an attractive package.

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Toshiba 27WL55 LCD TV

Toshiba's 55 series of LCD televisions buck the trend by placing speakers on the bottom, rather the the side, of the screen. SRS WOW technology is built-in to increase the level of "surround sound" produced by this arrangement.

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Acer LCD TV AT3705-MGW

If you are thinking about integrating a media server into your home theatre, this is the LCD for you. With a host of top-end features, multiple inputs and stand-out performance, the AT3705-MGW is the perfect compliment to your home media network.

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ViewSonic N4060W LCD TV

The ViewSonic N4060W is a 40" (102cm) HD-ready LCD TV that offers great value for money and loads of video connectors, despite being hobbled by an analogue tuner and some image quality issues.

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ViewSonic NextVision N3000w

The N3000w is a 30 inch LCD TV touted as being suitable for PC use as well.

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DIY tips for home theatre projects

Are you handy? If so, you can follow this advice to backlight your TV, then build your own speaker stands and projection screen.

DIY: How to buy a home theatre system - are kits or components right for you?

Whether you want to buy a home-theatre in a box or go the components route, you'll need to decide which way is best for you right from the start.

CNET.com.au's quick guide to TV types

Read our guide to the pros and cons of new, high-tech TVs, and you'll feel a whole lot more confident when you hit your local electronics store.

Unwrapped: Tips and tricks for your new TV

If you're lucky enough to unwrap a new HDTV this holiday season, make sure you've made these three lighting adjustments before settling down with your favourite movie.

CNET.com.au's quick guide to TV calibration

Our quick guide to TV calibration walks you through basic, intermediate, and advanced steps you can take to improve the image.

Plasma vs. LCD: Six things you need to know

You know you want a flat TV, but you may not know whether a plasma or an LCD is best for you. Executive editor David Carnoy tells you what to consider before buying.

Pioneer unleashes Susano

Named after Susano-oh, the Japanese god of storms and sea, Pioneer's AU$9,999 surround sound amp is its latest flagship.