STACK #211 May 2022

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LIFE TECH

STACK ’ s 5 tips

MAY

FOR EASY TV MAINTENANCE

1 Turn it off Too many of us enjoy the convenience of leaving our TVs in standby mode, but TVs, like any tech, have a lifespan. If you leave it on 24/7, you’re effectively shortening its life. Remember to turn the TV off when you go to bed at night; it’s not just good for the TV but also the environment and your hip pocket. 2 Keep it clean! Dust is the enemy of every electrical device – it can damage a TVs internal components and ruin the screen. Try to thoroughly clean the TV once a week at the very least. Firstly, unplug the TV and then use a dry microfibre cloth to clean the screen and surroundings. Never use abrasive cleaning products on your TV and if in doubt, consult the manufacturer’s recommendation. 3 Space, man We all know that TVs heat up after prolonged use, so it’s important to allow plenty of ventilation to prevent them from overheating. If the TV is going to slide into a unit, you’ll want at least 100mm of space all around the frame. In a perfect world, the TV should be wall-mounted or perched on a standing TV unit. 4 Stop the surge More and more electronics users are considering protection against electricity spikes and surges that can damage precious tech. Invest in a good surge protector – your devices will thank you for it. 5 Bright lights! Monitor the brightness and contrast levels on the TV, as most are set to maximum in the factory. By lowering these settings, you can extend the life of the TV – and enjoy more balanced picture quality. There is no better feeling than having a brand spanking new TV hanging on the wall in the lounge room. And a little bit of TLC will help keep it firing on all four cylinders for a long time.

W e’re all home entertainment buffs at STACK – it comes with the territory – so May is always an issue we look forward to putting together. It’s when we get to lift the lid on the latest TV tech that's coming to JB in 2022 or already in-store. This year we’ve pulled together a comprehensive buying guide in layman's terms, so you won’t get lost in all the tech jargon. On top of that, we highlight the best newTVs and tech making the headlines, reveal which soundbars are worth investing in, and check out all the essential peripherals and services you’ll need to get off the ground. Let’s switch on!

What was the hottest tech in…

1968

Incredibly, Australia didn’t introduce colour television until 1975, a full 21 years on from when the technology was first introduced in the US. But while Australia languished in a world of black and white, TV manufacturers across the globe were striding ahead with significant breakthroughs in colour. However, Sony would emerge to lead the pack in the late 1960s by introducing the Trinitron. The Japanese electronics giant had initially entered the TV market in 1960. Through a series of expensive failures, Sony’s engineers developed a pioneering picture tube that was cost-effective to produce. Christened the Trinitron, the first set rolled off the production line and into Japanese retail outlets in 1968. While the 12-inch KV1210 had a higher price tag than its competitors, it was streets ahead in the quality stakes. Widely considered to be the first modern colour television, it was easy to use, and the all-important image was

On The Radar

Are you lucky enough to have a home theatre space in the house? Or are you currently trying to convince your partner to turn the garage into a cinema? Well, in our next issue, we’re doing a projector deep dive. So, if you’re in the market for a big screen or have wondered what all the fuss is about, the June issue of STACK is where it’s at.

sharper and brighter than anything that came before it. It proved a successful combination with the technology, even earning Sony an Emmy Award in 1973. When Sony eventually dropped the Trinitron branding in 2008, it had sold 280 million units.

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