Rear projection television basically works by using a lens to project a larger image onto the screen and may be reflective or transmissive. They make up the vast majority of projection sets on the market today. Most rear projection sets are Digital Light Processing LCD TV, which produces images through the use of very small, nearly microscopic mirrors, or LCD sets, which is the same technology used in notebook computer displays and some computer monitors. A rear projection television is also referred to as a flat panel television.

A rear projection television has a number of advantages over a front projection set. They were basically cost substantially less as compare to a front projection set. Furthermore, they have a better display at normal room lighting conditions. In the end, however, the preference for a front projection or rear projection television is a personal one. Just like watching in the old days with your videocassette recorder on it.