How far away should I sit from my TV?

[Angelsmark]

thankxxx

[shainakhan]

I think 15' would be enough to maintain distance between you and TV.

[ryanharris]

Sitting too close to the TV can cause eye strain and fatigue. IT is said that a person must watch TV from a distance of five times the width of the TV screen.

[HiDefBob]

Originally Posted by bryan562

I have a 61-inch TV and I was wondering if anyone might know the optimal distance I should put my couch away from the TV?

I have a 60" set. I have my couch set at about 75-80" from my set. I find that ideal. Assuming you are only watching HDTV and Blu-ray movies that is what I would recommend. Experts say that your TV image should fill your field of view.

I have had my set at that distance since I bought it almost 6 years ago. I have never once suffered from any eye strain.

[HiDefBob]

Originally Posted by Toesaudio73

Whats going on everyone, i was considering the samsung 59 inch plasma d8000 series. I currently sit about 11ft and a change from my sammy 52". I should be good with the viewing distance with the 59 inch shouldn't I?

I have a 60" set and sit about 7 feet from it. I have found that ideal. Experts say that the screen should fill your field of view.

I have used that distance since first purchasing it almost 6 years ago. I have never once suffered from eye strain - but I only watch HDTV and Blu-ray discs.