answersLogoWhite

0

Typically, it is 4:3. As an example: 26" across the screen and 19.5" down. If you divide 19.5 by 3 you get 6.5; then, if you divide 26 by 6.5, you get 4. So, dividing both 26 and 19.5 by 6.5, you get 4 and 3; hence, the 4:3 designation (nothing magic about 6.5--it is simply the divisor which reduces the 26 and 19.5 to lowest possible integers.)

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

JordanJordan
Looking for a career mentor? I've seen my fair share of shake-ups.
Chat with Jordan
SteveSteve
Knowledge is a journey, you know? We'll get there.
Chat with Steve
EzraEzra
Faith is not about having all the answers, but learning to ask the right questions.
Chat with Ezra

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What is the aspect ratio of the image on SDTV?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp