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With the Tokyo Olympics finally just around the corner, it’s time to start planning how you’re going to be watching the exciting games we’ve all been waiting for. Are you going to watch the opening ceremony with friends? Or is there a specific event you and your family always gather around to cheer on? Well, if yes is the answer, and you’re hosting the party, it’s important you get everything ready before the big day to ensure optimised viewing for you and your guests.
Luckily for you, here at Cheap LED TVs, we know how to help you get the most out of your television. That is why we’ve compiled all our knowledge to give you everything you need to know to get the most out of your TV when watching sports – from picture settings to our viewing party tips.
Where should I place my TV?
Firstly, you need to know where and how to position your TV for the most optimised viewing. The last thing you want is your guests fighting for the ‘best’ seat, or leaving at the end of the night with head or neck ache from either sitting too close to the TV or having to strain to look up at it.
Research has proven that the ideal viewing distance for watching one of our 4K TVs is 1.5 times the screen’s height. So, for example, if you choose a 55″ TV, you should be sitting just over 2m away.
With regards to the angle, it is recommended that you should be looking approximately one third down from the top of the screen in order to avoid straining. Bear this in mind if you’re mounting your TV because you don’t want to find that it’s at an uncomfortable angle once it’s already screwed to the wall!
How can I watch sports on my TV?
As well as the standard channels you will have with either Freeview or your TV package of choice, there are many other ways that you can watch sports on your television. We think that a great choice of TV for families who enjoy these events is a Smart TV. This is because, with a whole host of streaming services ready loaded onto each television, it would be impossible to miss a moment! Replay the best bits on ITV Player, or catch up on the highlights with YouTube. Take a look at our range of cheap LED Smart TVs on our website to find the perfect match for you.
What are the best TV display settings for watching sports?
Although you may think it, the standard ‘Sport’ setting on your TV is not actually the best option for watching sports. This is because, within it, there is a feature called ‘Motion Smoothing’, which was created to make action appear smooth. However, it actually adjusts a lot of the other picture settings and doesn’t make for the most optimised display. Similarly, settings often called ‘Vivid’, or ‘Dynamic’ are best to avoid as they can artificially lower the brightness and boost the contrast which makes for a less than optimised picture. Here at Cheap LED TVs,we recommend ‘Cinema’ or ‘Movie’ mode, as these settings naturally boost the brightness and contrast, giving you the best picture possible.
How to host the best sports event viewing party
Now you’ve got the tech side sorted, and you can finally relax and watch the – oh wait! To keep your guests happy, you can’t forget these top tips for hosting the best sports event viewing party.
- Kit the room out. Are you rooting for Team GB? Get everyone in the mood by kitting the room out with flags, banners, and any other fun decorations you can find to make it feel like you’re sat right there in the stadium.
- Plan something fun to do in between events. With big sporting events such as the Olympics, there’s a lot of waiting around in between. So why not plan a game or get some music on to keep everyone entertained? Don’t forget, Spotify, YouTube and other music streaming services come as standard with most of our cheap LED Smart TVs.
- Have fun! Choosing a TV, keeping guests happy, the stress surrounding sporting events – it’s a lot to keep up with but the hard work is out of the way so just relax and enjoy.
So, you should now be well-equipped for hosting your Olympics viewing party for your friends in the comfort of your own home. The TVs set-up and ready to go and the snacks are waiting – all that’s left to do is sit back and enjoy (or stand up and cheer on Great Britain – whatever you prefer).
We’ve got the best cheap LED TVs for sale, and we’re always getting new stock in so make sure to check out our website for your next television. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch – we’re always more than happy to answer your queries and point you in the right direction.
