televiisor

Televiisor is a consumer electronics device that receives television broadcasts and presents moving images with synchronized audio. It typically combines a display, a tuner, processing electronics, speakers, and a user interface for channel selection and settings. In households, the televiisor is a central source of entertainment and information.

Historically, early televiisori used analog signals and cathode-ray tubes. Modern sets vary, but share core functions: a display (CRT, LCD, LED, OLED), a tuner for broadcast standards (DVB-T/T2, ATSC, ISDB), video and audio processing, and input/output ports such as HDMI and USB. Many units include smart features, built-in Wi‑Fi and streaming apps, and sometimes a media player or integrated voice control.

Development followed the move from mechanical to electronic television in the early to mid-20th century, the shift from analog to digital broadcasting, and the adoption of flat-panel displays in the 2000s. The Estonian term televiisor remains common for the device, even as external streaming devices and mobile screens coexist with traditional televisions.

Usage today includes watching broadcast and on-demand content, playing games, and displaying information. Televiisiorid emphasize image quality, energy efficiency, and network connectivity, with models ranging from basic to premium that differ in screen size, processing power, and software support. Some sets are designed as minimalist display panels, while others function as hubs for home entertainment ecosystems.