So 3D seems to be the new buzzword in the AV industry and with James Cameron wowing us all with Avatar it seems it is here to stay. Trying to describe 3DTV is like trying to paint a symphony using a fork.  So what will you need to watch 3D TV? Whos doing it? When? And will your existing HDTV work? Carry on reading to find out the answers to these and many more 3D TV questions and more.....

Who will/are making 3D TVs?

Simple answer is everyone.Samsung, Sony, Toshiba, LG and Panasonic all unveiled 3D-capable HDTVs for 2010. Samsung is keen to be at the front and has proclaimed that it is "forging the future of home entertainment in a new dimension." They used this years CES to unveil several 3D TVs, a Blu-ray player and a matching home audio system and they were first out with the C750 series LCD and C7000 series LED and Plasma TVs.

Leading the Samsung line-up is the flagship Series D9000 3D TVs. These ultra-thin, edge-lit LED sets are no thicker than 0.3 inches and will be available in screen sizes up to 65. Samsungs integrated 3D technology will also enable 2D to 3D video conversion in real time. Finally, each C9000 model ships with a luxurious touchscreen Wi-Fi remote that has had us buzzing for months already.
All of the premium models in its LED TV lineup for 2011 (namely the 7000, 8000 and 9000 series TVs) will include the companys built-in 3D processor. Pair one with Samsungs  range of Blu-ray 3D decks, add a copy of Monsters vs. Aliens in 3D and youll be good as gold.

Sony has also released a range of 3DTVs, whipping the wraps off of its Signature LX900 Series. Like Samsungs 9000 models, the LX900 is a showcase for all the advanced TV tech that Sony has to offer. So expect Full HD 3D, 200MHz Motionflow Pro technology, built-in Wi-Fi, DLNA connectivity and a bold design inspired by Arthur C Clarkes alien object from 2001: A Space Odyssey (although we must admit this is not the prettiest Sony we have seen).

A step below the Signature range, Sonys new Cinematic-badged HDTVs incorporate the HX900 and HX700 models. The KDL46HX903 and KDL52HX903 models feature full HD LED screens, Motionflow 200Hz PRO & Image Blur Reduction technology and are also 3D-capable. The only element missing is the integrated Wi-Fi.

LG confirmed at CES 2010  that its LE9500 series HDTVs will be 3D-ready when released, and that it will support both Passive and Active Shutter systems with different sets. The LG Full LED Infinia LX9900 series is a whole new type of TV and provides the ultimate in home entertainment with better picture quality, ultra slim single layer Infinia design and more eco friendly features.

Meanwhile, Panasonics new TX-P42VT20, TX-P50VT20, TX-P55VT20 and TX-P65VT20  plasmas deliver some of the best picture quality clocked on a 3D-capable telly.

Experience 3D images in your living room with a Toshiba 3D TV REGZA WL768 (available on 40",46" nd 55"), powered by Toshiba’s MetaBrain engine, each model also features a range of advanced Toshiba picture enhancement technologies, including new and enhanced Resolution+ and Active Vision M200HD Pro picture processing.(yip sounds pretty impressive but will have to see the real life implications once its released).

Would my current Blu Ray player work with 3D discs?
Yes, but they will only playback in standard 2D. For 3D Blu-ray you will need a 3D capabale 3D Blu-ray player.

Do I need glasses?
At the moment yes, but glasses 3D is better known as autostereoscopic (sometimes called true 3D). A lens is placed over the TV screen, which does a similar job by sending a different point of view to each eye. Unfortunately, the lens lessens the perceived resolution and the effects arent anywhere near high definition. If autostereoscopic 3D TVs ever take-off - and they will, purely because of the lack of glasses - it could take a decade. Theres even talk that well have to wait for so-called 4k2k or Super Hi-Vision technology to appear in the mass market (TVs sporting resolutions of at least 4,000x2,000 pixels) before we can axe the specs.

Sky 3D, whats the deal?

Sky has concentrated its experiments so far on football, rugby, live music and boxing - the latter getting such rave reviews that 3D could conceivably give the sport a new lease of life.
Skys launch of 3D is also timed well in terms of Hollywoods recent penchant for shooting animated films in 3D, so expect to see the likes of Monsters Vs Aliens, Hannah Montana and Bolt on Sky 3D channel.

What does 3D Ready mean?

Just as new high definition TVs were marketed as HD ready, expect the first wave of 3D-capable sets to wear a 3D Ready sticker.
But what does 3D Ready mean, and what defines a 3D Ready TV? Samsungs 3D-capable 7000, 8000 and 9000 Series HDTVs, for example, will include a proprietary 3D processor and emitter. These are designed to be compatible with multiple 3D standards, including half/full HD resolution formats and the recently finalised Blu-ray 3D specification.
All of which suggests that the term 3D Ready is just a catch-all phrase for a less exciting (but more accurate) one - 3D-capable.

While there is no restrictions in terms of TV size, a 3D TV needs a minimum refresh rate of 120Hz (a basic 60Hz displayed for each eye). The higher the refresh rate, the smoother the 3D effect. So a 240Hz set will be capable of outputting 120Hz to each eye. HDMI 1.4 will also be required for full HD per eye viewing.

Until the broadcast industry settles on a standard, any 3D Ready badge will need a graphic depicting some fingers firmly crossed.

Do 1staudiovisual stock 3D Products:

Yes we have already taken delivery of the first Samsung 3DTVs and Blu ray players. Sony, Panasonic and LG 3D TVs will become available shortly so stay tuned for the latest developments.

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