There’s a huge week of football ahead with both Scotland and England getting their World Cup campaigns underway. First up, Scotland takes on Haiti tomorrow, June 14, and then England faces Croatia on Wednesday. If you’re now getting in the mood for some big match action, then make sure you check your TV today and avoid making some common mistakes.

According to the team at Hisense, there are some pretty easy errors that can affect the viewing experience when tuning into games from home. There are also some settings to check to make sure the image quality is at its best for the games.

“One of the most common mistakes people make when watching television, not just football, is leaving their TV in the same picture mode regardless of what they’re watching,” Tom Lord, TV Manager at Hisense explained.

“Different types of content benefit from different settings. Sport is particularly demanding because of the speed of movement on screen, and using the correct viewing mode can significantly improve the overall experience. Whilst many newer televisions now include AI-powered technology that can automatically analyse what’s being displayed and optimise picture settings accordingly. However, for viewers without these features, manually selecting the appropriate picture mode can make a noticeable difference.”

Along with checking the screen mode, there are some other things to watch out for. These include turning on certain motion settings – such as AI Smooth Motion and Motion Smoothing – which can reduce blur and make visuals appear more silky smooth.

Another good idea is to adjust the TV’s contrast to 80-90 percent. Hisense reckons this will distinguish players better in shaded areas on the pitch. Hisense also says it’s a good idea to tweak the brightness as well and always aim for around 50 percent, especially on LED TVs.

Picture settings aren’t the only factor that can impact match-day viewing; screen placement is also important. Positioning your television correctly helps minimise screen glare and ensures everyone can see the full screen clearly.

Finally, check the sound settings. Technologies such as Dolby Atmos and DTS can also help create a more immersive, multi-dimensional sound experience that places viewers at the centre of the action.

It’s worth trying all of these tips even if your TV is made by rival firms such as Sony, Samsung, LG or JVC.