Is a Small 4K TV Worth It?
The topic of 4K resolution has become increasingly common in the world of televisions. Nowadays, virtually all newly released TV sets come equipped with 4K ultra-high definition resolution. Just four years ago, 4K was still a relatively unfamiliar term, but with advancements in display technology, 4K TVs have quickly gained popularity and become mainstream. Despite the scarcity of true 4K content available today, there's no denying that 4K represents the future direction of the TV industry.
Is a Small 4K TV Meaningful?
In the early days of 4K TVs, they were primarily large-sized, with Sony launching an 84-inch 4K TV (the Sony KD-84X9000) priced at over 140,000 yuan, which deterred many potential buyers. To reach the mainstream market, Sony subsequently introduced 55-inch and 65-inch versions. Following this, other major TV manufacturers began producing smaller 4K TVs ranging from 4K Dongfeng to 50 inches, 48 inches, 45 inches, and even 40 inches or less...
Sony launched an 84-inch 4K TV priced at more than 140,000 yuan
People naturally began to wonder: Does it really make sense to have a small, affordable 4K TV? Before answering this question, we need to understand how 4K TVs came into existence and why they have become so popular. This journey begins in the era of Full HD, roughly ten years ago, when CRT TVs were phased out and digital flat-panel TVs became popular. Back then, 1080P Full HD resolution was groundbreaking, with flagship 1080P TVs typically measuring just 40 inches. As 1080P TVs grew larger—up to 90 inches—the limitations of this resolution became apparent, especially at 70 inches, prompting the arrival of the 4K era.
4K resolution brings unprecedented visual impact, offering exquisite detail and sharpness far beyond Full HD
The explosive growth of 4K TVs over recent years can largely be attributed to manufacturers' marketing strategies. Each year, the main selling points of TVs evolve. In the past, we've seen transitions from smart TVs, 3D TVs, ultra-thin TVs, and curved TVs. Today, 4K, OLED, and quantum dots dominate the industry. Compared to the technical challenges of OLEDs and quantum dots, mainstream manufacturers have focused on 4K ultra-high-definition, which is relatively easier to achieve. This has contributed significantly to the rapid popularity of 4K TVs.
Around 2010, internet brands led the way in developing small-size 4K TVs, with mainstream sizes generally between 37 inches and 50 inches, which were also the most popular segments at the time. By 2013, the trend toward larger TV screens became evident, shifting the mainstream size range from 50 inches to 55 inches, with 65 inches becoming the flagship size for premium TVs. At this point, 1080P resolution could no longer meet the demands of flagship models, coinciding with the rise of 4K ultra-high-definition resolution.
Sony of Japan was among the first to introduce 4K TVs to the market, reducing the previous large sizes to 65 inches and 55 inches. People soon realized that 4K TVs weren't as unattainable as they had seemed. Around six months later, Samsung and LG, which are joint venture brands with Korean brands, also launched 55-inch and 65-inch 4K TVs. This indicates that joint venture brands initially positioned 4K TVs as high-end rather than small-sized products.
However, this scenario changed around 2015. With the strong emergence of internet thinking and the rise of the younger generation, the television industry introduced a new category known as Internet TV. Within a year, what started with just a couple of companies grew to over a dozen, spreading at an astonishing rate. Internet TVs quickly captured a large user base thanks to their rich content and high cost-effectiveness.
It was during this period that small-size 4K TVs began to proliferate. Internet TV brands entered the market with ultra-low-cost, small-size 4K TVs, promoting the idea of allowing young people to enjoy an ultra-high-definition experience. This further drove down the prices of 4K TVs, with some models even being cheaper than monitors of the same size. Currently, the market for small-size 4K TVs has stabilized, dominated by domestic and internet-based brands, while the proportion of small-sized 4K TVs from Japan-Korean joint ventures remains relatively small.
4K TVs Below 55 Inches Lack Meaning
While the current small-size 4K TVs have shown explosive growth, this doesn’t necessarily mean that consumers will enjoy a significantly better picture quality compared to Full HD models. This is primarily because human eyes have a limited resolution that doesn’t improve with increased screen resolution. For instance, if a 55-inch or larger TV uses 1080P resolution, it may appear grainy, with visible pixels. At this point, 4K becomes crucial.
4K is particularly important for large-sized models
However, for TVs below 55 inches, such as 50 inches or smaller, the significance of 4K ultra-high resolution isn’t as pronounced. Typically, we watch TV from a distance of 2 to 3 meters. At this distance, we should consider whether a 1080P screen shows visible pixels. In reality, for these smaller sizes, at this distance, pixels are already indistinguishable, let alone the denser 4K resolution.
Within a small size, there’s no noticeable difference between 4K and 1080P TVs at normal viewing distances
If the resolution of the screen exceeds the resolving power of the human eye, regardless of how high the resolution is, it won’t make a difference. In simple terms, within the normal viewing distance, we won’t notice any difference between small-sized 4K and 1080P TVs. Some might argue that watching up close reveals the advantages of 4K. My advice would be against this. TVs are different from monitors. Their brightness, color standards, grayscale standards, and picture tuning are entirely different from monitors. Watching too closely not only provides an unsatisfactory experience but can also harm your eyes.
A Rational Look at Small-Size 4K TVs
There’s no doubt that 4K TVs are very popular now, and the trend is moving away from non-4K options. The purpose of this article is to help users fully understand how to choose a 4K TV. If the goal is to buy a small-size 4K TV for a more refined experience, it’s clearly unnecessary. Currently, the price difference between 4K and 1080P TVs in the same category is about 500 to 1,000 yuan, making the 4K option relatively expensive. Although small-size 1080P TVs may not be cutting-edge, they offer the same picture experience.
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Remote Switch
REMOTE CONTROL SOCKET
Important Safeguards
When using any electrical appliance, in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, basic safety precautions should always be follow8d. including:
• The appliance is for household and indoor use only.
• Before plugging in. check that the voitage on the rating label is the same as the mains supply.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse any part of the product in water or other liquid.
• This socket is intended for use by competent adults only and children should be supervised at all times.
• Do not use the socket for other than its intended use.
• This socket can be used by children aged from 8 years arxl above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not p<ay with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall M be made by children without supervision.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
Children from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and they have been supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug in. regulate and clean the appliance or perform user maintenance.
• Don't use this socket in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
• In case of malfunction, do not try to repair the socket yourself, it may result in a fire hazard or electric shock
Do Not Exceed Maximum a680W
Place the LR44 batteries provided into the compartment in the back of the Remote Control, please insert as sho*/m in the back of the compartment to ensure the polarity is correct.
Programming Instructions
• Plug the Remoce Socket$($)lnto the wall socket(s) and switch on the mams supply, the red LED will flash every second.
• If the LED is not flashing press & hold the manual ON/OFF button for 5 seconds until it Hashes
•Press any ON switch on the Remote Control for approximately 2 seconds and the Remote Socket(s) learn the code. The LED will stop flashing top confirm the codehas been accepted.
• Any number of Remote Sockets can be programmed to one Remote Control ON button to create multiple switching.
• To programme o<her Remote Sockets on different Remote Control ON buttons repeat the prevous steps
• If the mains supply is turned off the Remote Sockets v/ill lose their code and it wil be necessary to re-pcogramme.
Operation:
• Plug your appliance(s) into the Remote Socket(s)
• Press the programmed ON or OFF button on the Remote Control to control the Remote Socket.
♦ The Remote Sockets can also be operated manually using its ON/OFF Button Trouble shooting
If a Remote Socket does not react to the Remote Control please check the followng:
♦ Low battery in tbo Remote Control
• Distance too large between the remote control and the recerver (ensure the range distance is no more than 20 clear Metres) and free from obstacle that may reduce the distance.
• If programming has not been successful, tum the power off and back on then follow the programming steps above.
How to decode
• Press the manual ONX)FF button for 5 seconds until the red LED flashes once per
second to confirm de-coding is successful
♦ Press the ALL OFF switch on the Remote Control for more than 3 seconds, the LED
flashes once per second to confirm (decoding successful.
Voltage: 240V-/50HZ
Max power rating: 3680W max.
Remote frequency:
Remote range:
Battery Type:
433.92MHz
230 Metres
Button Cell 2x1.5V LR44 =
Please check with your local waste management service authority regarding regulations for the safe disposal of the batteries. The batteries should never be placed G municipal waste.
Use a battery d^posal facility if available
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