# flat-panel TV

> television set with flat screen

**Wikidata**: [Q10633089](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10633089)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/flat-panel-tv

## Summary
Flat-panel TV is a television set with a flat screen design that replaced bulky curved CRT televisions. This technology represents a significant advancement in display manufacturing that enabled thinner profiles and enhanced viewing experiences.

## Key Facts
- Flat-panel TV is classified as both a television set and a flat-panel display
- It has a YSO ID of 21196 with qualifiers listing it as "taulutelevisiot," "platt-tv," and "flat screen televisions"
- The entity has multiple aliases including flat-screen TV, flat panel TV, and flat screen TV
- It has a Freebase ID of /m/09dx4c1
- Flat-panel TV belongs to the class of electronic display devices in flat form factors
- The parent class flat-panel display has 33 site links
- The entity has a Wikidata description of "television set with flat screen"

## FAQs
### Q: What is a flat-panel TV?
A: A flat-panel TV is a television set with a flat screen as opposed to traditional curved or bulky CRT televisions. This design innovation allows for thinner profiles and more flexible placement options in living spaces.

### Q: How does a flat-panel TV differ from older television designs?
A: Unlike traditional CRT televisions with curved glass screens and deep cabinets, flat-panel TVs feature flat screens that are significantly thinner and lighter. This design change enabled wall mounting and more space-efficient entertainment setups.

### Q: What technologies are commonly used in flat-panel TVs?
A: Flat-panel TVs typically utilize technologies such as LCD, LED, or plasma displays, all of which allow for the thin form factor while providing superior picture quality compared to older television technologies.

## Why It Matters
Flat-panel TVs revolutionized home entertainment by dramatically reducing the physical space required for televisions. Their thin design allowed for more flexible placement options, including wall mounting, which transformed living spaces and interior design possibilities. The technology enabled larger screen sizes in more compact packages, bringing cinematic experiences into homes without requiring dedicated spaces for bulky furniture. This shift marked a fundamental transition in television technology that replaced decades-old CRT models with sleek, energy-efficient alternatives that became standard in households worldwide, ultimately changing how people consume media and interact with their living environments.

## Notable For
- Significantly reduced thickness and weight compared to traditional CRT televisions
- Enabled wall mounting capabilities that transformed living room layouts and interior design
- Represented a paradigm shift in display technology that replaced bulky television cabinets
- Provided larger screen sizes in more compact packages without compromising viewing quality
- Contributed to the evolution of home entertainment systems with enhanced viewing experiences

## Body
### Basic Definition
Flat-panel TV refers to a television set with a flat screen design, representing a modern evolution in display technology that replaced curved or bulky television screens.

### Classification and Identifiers
- Entity type: television set with flat screen
- Class: flat-panel display
- YSO ID: 21196
- Freebase ID: /m/09dx4c1
- Wikidata description: television set with flat screen
- Aliases: flat-screen TV, flat panel TV, flat screen TV

### Related Entities
The flat-panel TV is part of the broader category of flat-panel displays, which are electronic display devices in flat form factors with 33 site links according to the provided data.

### Terminology
The entity has been referred to by various terms including "taulutelevisiot," "platt-tv," and "flat screen televisions" as indicated in its qualifiers, reflecting its multilingual recognition across different regions.

## References

1. YSO-Wikidata mapping project