TV and Radio

a piece of equipment in a radio or television that picks up broadcast signals and alters them into sounds and pictures

a device used to convert digital cable television signals into a format that can be displayed on analog TVs, enabling them to receive and display digital cable channels

I had to buy a cable converter box to get all the channels on my old TV.

the technology that delivers cable television signals without the need for physical cables, using wireless communication methods instead

I switched to wireless cable so I no longer have to deal with tangled wires behind the TV.

a device for changing one substance or form or state into another

differences in color or in brightness and darkness that an artist uses in a painting or photograph to create a special effect

The painting used a stark contrast between light and shadow to create a dramatic effect.

a small device that lets you control electrical or electronic devices like TVs from a distance

He pressed the button on the remote control to pause the movie.

the flat panel on a television, computer, etc. on which images and information are displayed

During the presentation, the speaker shared his screen with the audience.

an electronic part of a radio or television that allows one to watch or listen to a particular station

the amount of space that a substance or object takes or the amount of space inside an object

The volume of water in the glass was 250 milliliters.

a television system or display format that provides a lower resolution and less detailed image compared to SD or HD formats

My grandparents are used to their old LDTV, so they don't see the need for an upgrade just yet.

a television system or display format that provides a moderate resolution and quality of video and audio compared to lower-quality formats like LDTV or higher-quality formats like HDTV

Most channels used to broadcast in SDTV before HD became the standard.

a television system that generates extremely clear images on a screen that is wider than a standard television

The new HDTV I bought has such a clear picture; it makes watching movies so much more enjoyable.

an advanced television system or display format that offers an even higher resolution and improved visual quality compared to HDTV

The new UHDTV I bought has such a clear picture, I can see every detail.

a tube-shaped part in which electrons create bright images, and is used in old television or computer screens

The old television in the attic still uses a cathode-ray tube, so it's bulky and heavy.

a type of television where the image is projected onto the back of the screen using a combination of light sources, mirrors, and lenses, allowing for larger screen sizes but with deeper TV cabinets compared to flat-panel TVs

The rear-projection TV was bulky, so we had to rearrange the furniture to fit it properly.

a television set that has a screen made of plasma

The store was offering great deals on plasma TVs, so we decided to upgrade our old model.

an entertainment system with television and sound equipment designed to create an experience which is similar to being in a movie theater

a device that is used to send and receive signals

The television antenna on the roof picks up signals from broadcast stations.

equipment that transforms electrical signals into sound, loud enough for public announcements, playing music, etc.

He connected his phone to the Bluetooth speaker and played his favorite playlist.

a thin and sleek television with a flat panel display, offering a space-saving design compared to older CRT TVs

The flat-screen TV in the café shows the news all day long.

an old-fashioned, big TV with a large tube to show pictures on the screen

The old CRT TV in the basement still works, but it is so heavy to move.

a system of delivering television programming to subscribers, using wires under the ground

Cable television offers subscribers access to hundreds of channels, including premium and specialty networks.

a type of television broadcast that employs satellites to send out programs that are received by a dish antenna in a specific region

Many rural areas rely on satellite television to access a variety of channels.

a digital interface that enables the transmission of high-quality audio and video signals between devices, simplifying the connection of various entertainment and multimedia devices

I used an HDMI cable to connect my laptop to the TV for a clearer presentation.

a special type of wire that carries signals, like TV or Internet, using a central wire surrounded by a layer called insulation along with a metal covering to protect the signals from interference

The technician replaced the old coaxial cable to improve the signal strength for the television.

a type of cable used to transmit video signals in high-quality analog format, typically consisting of three separate cables or connectors for the red, green, and blue video channels

I had to buy a component video cable because my TV did not support HDMI connections.

a single cable used to transmit combined analog video signals, including both brightness and color information, typically used to connect older video devices to compatible displays or TVs

I had to dig out an old composite video cable to connect the DVD player to the TV.

a video cable that splits the video signal into separate brightness and color components, resulting in better picture quality when connecting devices that support it

I used an S-Video cable to connect my old DVD player to the TV for a clearer picture.

a type of cable used to connect a computer or laptop to a monitor or display

I need to find a VGA cable to connect my old laptop to the projector for the presentation.

a digital video cable used to connect devices such as computers to monitors or displays, transmitting high-quality video signals in a digital format

I need to buy a DVI cable to connect my old computer to the new monitor.

a digital video and audio interface standard used to transmit high-quality video and audio signals between devices such as computers, monitors, and televisions

The office upgraded all the monitors to ones that support DisplayPort, so the image is much sharper.

a type of cable used to transmit analog or digital audio signals between audio devices, such as speakers, amplifiers, headphones, or audio interfaces, allowing for the playback or recording of audio content

I need a new audio cable to connect my speakers to the TV.