VIZIO’s E320VA 32-Inch LCD HDTV delivers superior picture and audio quality at an amazing value. Includes SRS TruVolume and SRS TruSurround HD audio for advanced virtual surround sound and four HDMI ports to connect up to four HDMI devices to your TV. Exceeds Energy Star 4.0 guidelines to reduce energy consumption.
I think that the Vizio folks should have made the default to OFF on the SRS TruVolume. If they had I think several of the owners would not be experiencing the issues with the sound. I set mine up, read the reviews, turned OFF the SRS TruVolume feature and now the sound is fine.
I'm not sure how high the volume will go. I've got mine on "2" and it is plenty loud and very clear.
I purchased this to use with my new Xbox 360 with Kinect. I'm replacing a 19" Sanyo that was purchased in 1989 by my older brother. So, maybe my expectations are not very high...for $299 I'm pleased and it is a tremendous step up from what I had.
12/25/2010
iSymphony LC24iF56 24-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV, Black
Ideal not just for home theater applications but for use in dorm rooms, bedrooms, home offices, or anywhere else you need a high-definition display at a great value, the iSymphony LC24iF56 is a versatile choice that offers a rich, vivid picture. There are HDMI, composite, component, and VGA inputs as well as an integrated NTSC/ATSC tuner, making it suitable for watching your favorite movies and HD over-the-air broadcasts, or connecting to your PC or favorite gaming console.
The Good: The price is a cash saver for an 24" LCD: most 24" LCD tvs range for $270-$350 plus tax at stores. Setup was really easy. Great size for a small bedroom at 24" and the design is elite with the clear glass-like on the bottom. Movies and video games look energetic and sharp. Sound is clear and the volume does get loud when turned up. The remote has a channel list (which many remotes do not have), so it's useful to know what channels proceeds and trails by.
The Bad: Although the LCD tv's size is good, the resolution is not so great. Certain channels tend to fuzz or have small ridges along the screen. The remote is sensitive: when I am on the menu and move the cursor by using the arrows on the remote, it will change the channel.
The Ugly: The start up and load time are absolutely terrible. The iSymphony takes a longer time for the picture to appear on the screen than other tvs. When changing channels, the picture lags about 8 secs before any images load. It's pretty annoying since my old RCA tv loaded the images within 2 seconds when the channels changed. Quite disappointing from the iSymphony's LCD tv.
Overall, the television is promising and reliable for now. Even though the resolution isn't perfect, it's exceptional for its low cost and non-popularity. The sound performs at its greatest and does not leave any noise. What needs major improvement is the start up and load time for channels because I sometimes feel that the tv will explode from the amount of lag. I recommend this iSymphony 24" LCD tv for the low income and minimum budgeteers.
The Good: The price is a cash saver for an 24" LCD: most 24" LCD tvs range for $270-$350 plus tax at stores. Setup was really easy. Great size for a small bedroom at 24" and the design is elite with the clear glass-like on the bottom. Movies and video games look energetic and sharp. Sound is clear and the volume does get loud when turned up. The remote has a channel list (which many remotes do not have), so it's useful to know what channels proceeds and trails by.
The Bad: Although the LCD tv's size is good, the resolution is not so great. Certain channels tend to fuzz or have small ridges along the screen. The remote is sensitive: when I am on the menu and move the cursor by using the arrows on the remote, it will change the channel.
The Ugly: The start up and load time are absolutely terrible. The iSymphony takes a longer time for the picture to appear on the screen than other tvs. When changing channels, the picture lags about 8 secs before any images load. It's pretty annoying since my old RCA tv loaded the images within 2 seconds when the channels changed. Quite disappointing from the iSymphony's LCD tv.
Overall, the television is promising and reliable for now. Even though the resolution isn't perfect, it's exceptional for its low cost and non-popularity. The sound performs at its greatest and does not leave any noise. What needs major improvement is the start up and load time for channels because I sometimes feel that the tv will explode from the amount of lag. I recommend this iSymphony 24" LCD tv for the low income and minimum budgeteers.
12/22/2010
LG 42LD520 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV
Great for sports and fast action, the 42-inch LG 42LD520 LCD HDTV offers 1080p Full HD resolution for crystal-clear detail, TruMotion 120Hz technology for virtually no motion blur, and a super-quick response time of 2.4ms (milliseconds). Other features include an amazing 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for more stunning colors and deeper blacks, capability to play MP3 audio files and JPEG photo slideshows from a USB drive, stereo speakers with 20 watts of power and Dolby Digital decoding, and three HDMI inputs.
I never really was impressed by any of the HD TV's I had seen in stores, friends' houses, ect. I had decided I would never buy one until I had to. While that time came when I moved into a new (but very old) house and needed a new TV. After doing a lot of research I found Amazon had this one on a special financing deal plus it seemed like a decent price. I made the jump. And boy am I ever glad I did. The picture on this TV is great. When the very courteous delivery driver brought it into the house I hooked it up and it looked great right out of the box. Didn't have to do any adjusting. Old shows, new shows, sports, they all look great. My kids will be over for the holidays and we'll see how it looks for video gaming. I would recommend this TV without hesitation.
I never really was impressed by any of the HD TV's I had seen in stores, friends' houses, ect. I had decided I would never buy one until I had to. While that time came when I moved into a new (but very old) house and needed a new TV. After doing a lot of research I found Amazon had this one on a special financing deal plus it seemed like a decent price. I made the jump. And boy am I ever glad I did. The picture on this TV is great. When the very courteous delivery driver brought it into the house I hooked it up and it looked great right out of the box. Didn't have to do any adjusting. Old shows, new shows, sports, they all look great. My kids will be over for the holidays and we'll see how it looks for video gaming. I would recommend this TV without hesitation.
12/20/2010
LG 37LE5300 37-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED LCD HDTV
Offering energy-saving LED backlighting, 1080p Full HD resolution for crystal-clear detail, and TruMotion 120Hz technology for virtually no motion blur, the 37-inch LG 37LE5300 LED LCD HDTV is also great for watching sports and movies with fast action thanks to its 2ms (millisecond) response time. The latest in HDTV technology, LED delivers deep blacks, bright colors and crisp images to rival any display category, and are the slimmest, most energy efficient televisions available. Improved motion capture allows smooth, natural pictures, even with fast paced action.
Bought this TV 2 weeks now, and like it very much.. Its bright and colorfull and easy to set up.Hook it up to comcast cable HD box and Wah lah the high definition comes alive(Nice) also lots of features on this TV.. Its a BANG for the price.. I would recommend this tv to a friend...
Bought this TV 2 weeks now, and like it very much.. Its bright and colorfull and easy to set up.Hook it up to comcast cable HD box and Wah lah the high definition comes alive(Nice) also lots of features on this TV.. Its a BANG for the price.. I would recommend this tv to a friend...
12/19/2010
Toshiba 55WX800 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV, Black
The WX800 Cinema Series 3DTV combines elegant design, 3D-ready LED picture quality, and a wide array of available Internet content to create a new dimension in quality and style. Get full 1080p high-definition video, built-in wi-fi and networking abilities, wide media support, and plenty more with this 55-inch 3DTV from Toshiba.
I ordered this TV and the accompanying Blu-ray player and 3D glasses, primarily because it seemed to have all the bells and whistles, and I had such good experience with my "old" Toshiba 46HL196. After hanging it on the wall and hooking up to my TiVo (cable), DirecTV (satellite), The 3D Blu-ray player, my PC, my bluetooth audio to my hearing aids, and my network bridge, I began the setup. Everything went so well that I thought I had missed something. The TV recognized the network instantly, the 3D channels on DirecTV were in beautiful 3D, the Blu-ray 3D movie "Clash of the Titans" played as advertised, the PC hookup (HDMI)automatically fixed the overscan problem I'd had with the old TV, and as a bonus, the TV downloaded a software update when I turned it on the next morning.
I ordered this TV and the accompanying Blu-ray player and 3D glasses, primarily because it seemed to have all the bells and whistles, and I had such good experience with my "old" Toshiba 46HL196. After hanging it on the wall and hooking up to my TiVo (cable), DirecTV (satellite), The 3D Blu-ray player, my PC, my bluetooth audio to my hearing aids, and my network bridge, I began the setup. Everything went so well that I thought I had missed something. The TV recognized the network instantly, the 3D channels on DirecTV were in beautiful 3D, the Blu-ray 3D movie "Clash of the Titans" played as advertised, the PC hookup (HDMI)automatically fixed the overscan problem I'd had with the old TV, and as a bonus, the TV downloaded a software update when I turned it on the next morning.
12/17/2010
Toshiba 32C100U 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV (Black Gloss)
Attractively designed and offering 720p high-definition viewing, the feature-packed, affordable 32-inch Toshiba 32C100U LCD HDTV (31.5-inch diagonal screen size) provides an array of entertainment options that's great for multiple rooms in your home.
This has 2 HDMI inputs, not 3 as stated in the Technical Details section. I have been using this TV for just over 3 months (average 6 hours daily) and it has worked nicely. The picture quality is very good and the side viewing angle is very large. The input signals used for viewing DVD movies have been Standard Definition and High Definition, and both have been really satisfactory. The TV also performs well as a computer monitor, with absolutely no 'ghosting' of images when playing games, even without using the Gaming Mode function. The sound is adequate for a small room or a quiet environment. Out of the box, no adjustments to picture settings was needed for viewing DVD movies. There are presets available for Sports, Movies, PC etc. The TV has advanced features for picture adjustments which are really great, as they give the user lots of choices apart from the presets. All in all, this TV is worth the price.
This has 2 HDMI inputs, not 3 as stated in the Technical Details section. I have been using this TV for just over 3 months (average 6 hours daily) and it has worked nicely. The picture quality is very good and the side viewing angle is very large. The input signals used for viewing DVD movies have been Standard Definition and High Definition, and both have been really satisfactory. The TV also performs well as a computer monitor, with absolutely no 'ghosting' of images when playing games, even without using the Gaming Mode function. The sound is adequate for a small room or a quiet environment. Out of the box, no adjustments to picture settings was needed for viewing DVD movies. There are presets available for Sports, Movies, PC etc. The TV has advanced features for picture adjustments which are really great, as they give the user lots of choices apart from the presets. All in all, this TV is worth the price.
12/14/2010
Panasonic TC-P58S2 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
Building on its award-winning 2009 Plasma line, Panasonic's 58-inch VIERA TC-P58S2 Plasma HDTV features a new panel with NeoPDP technologies that provide the best balance of black and white under brighter environments while also offering higher energy efficiency. The new NeoPDP Plasma panel also further reduces reflections and creates sharper pictures with higher contrast in brighter environments. This S2 series model provides 1080p resolution, full-time 1080 TV lines of moving picture resolution, and 600Hz Sub-field Drive for superb motion clarity.
Nice, crisp 1080 picture, plenty of image adjustment settings for the everyday consumer, and what a price for a 58" plasma from a brand that does it best. I also had a great experience with the the delivery company that was setup to deliver this set considering I paid nothing for shipping. They setup a 4 hr window with me a few days in advance and arrived on time. The two people also assisted me in getting this beast into my garage :) I love Amazon's ability to come through with these large dollar purchases. Don't waste your time (or the risk associated with) shopping any other online etailer - they can't beat the price or piece of mind Amazon provides.
Nice, crisp 1080 picture, plenty of image adjustment settings for the everyday consumer, and what a price for a 58" plasma from a brand that does it best. I also had a great experience with the the delivery company that was setup to deliver this set considering I paid nothing for shipping. They setup a 4 hr window with me a few days in advance and arrived on time. The two people also assisted me in getting this beast into my garage :) I love Amazon's ability to come through with these large dollar purchases. Don't waste your time (or the risk associated with) shopping any other online etailer - they can't beat the price or piece of mind Amazon provides.
12/11/2010
Samsung LN32C350 32-Inch 720p 60 Hz LCD HDTV (Black)
The Samsung LCD 350 HDTV takes your viewing experience to a whole new realm with a Wide Color Enhancer that delivers the entire spectrum of color and luminance for rich, saturated images and intense detail. Not to mention a handy Connect- Share input that enables you to connect a thumb drive or digital camera quickly and easily, and a user-friendly interface that allows you to access videos, a music playlist and pictures via remote. It’s entertainment made easy. Add to that 2 HDMI inputs, and you’re able to connect to your home theater. Samsung connects your world in every way.
I upgraded my bedroom tv to this Samsung HDTV. The picture and quality of a Samsung HDTV is outstanding. I had another brand of HDTV in there first, but with the new HD Receiver I purchased, I couldn't get a picture on it. I moved it to another room and with the Samsung I had no problem at all. I now have 3 Samsung LCD HDTV sets in my house, Living Room 52", bedroom 32" and 23" in dressing room. I couldn't be happier with my purchases of Samsung HDTV TV Sets.
Make the move to the smoothest LCD action ever. Samsung's LN32C350 LCD HDTV offers incredible color and rich clarity, all on a 32-inch screen. Add the power of Samsung's Wide Color Enhancer, for a picture that optimizes a given color's hue, resulting in more natural rendering of colors and lifelike action. Samsung HDTVs are also ENERGY STAR compliant, helping the environment by using less energy while saving you money.
I upgraded my bedroom tv to this Samsung HDTV. The picture and quality of a Samsung HDTV is outstanding. I had another brand of HDTV in there first, but with the new HD Receiver I purchased, I couldn't get a picture on it. I moved it to another room and with the Samsung I had no problem at all. I now have 3 Samsung LCD HDTV sets in my house, Living Room 52", bedroom 32" and 23" in dressing room. I couldn't be happier with my purchases of Samsung HDTV TV Sets.
Make the move to the smoothest LCD action ever. Samsung's LN32C350 LCD HDTV offers incredible color and rich clarity, all on a 32-inch screen. Add the power of Samsung's Wide Color Enhancer, for a picture that optimizes a given color's hue, resulting in more natural rendering of colors and lifelike action. Samsung HDTVs are also ENERGY STAR compliant, helping the environment by using less energy while saving you money.
12/09/2010
VIZIO SV470M 47-inch 1080p LCD HDTV with 120 Hz Smooth Motion
The SV470M from VIZIO is a great marriag of style and technology. This 47-inch class (46.96 inch diagonal) LCD Full HDTV brings you 1080P full high-definition resolution for crisp, clear, and lifelike image. 120Hz Smooth Motion technology provides a fluid, blur-free experience, even during sports or action sequences. Attractive styling and cutting-edge sound technologies complete the package, taking your home theater to the next level.
Very pleased with the Vizio SV470M HDTV I got on Cyber Monday for $599, free shipping, no tax. Can't beat this deal. The picture is great, better than my Sony HDTV. The sound is fine. Easy to set up. Initially I had a little problem with some channels only getting pictures but no sound If I use HDMI to connect my TV with Set-Top-Box. No problem with Component or Composite connections. I finally got it fixed by changing the sound output of the Set-Top-Box from Auto to L-PCM. How to do this is a little tricky. You need to google 'Vizio No Sound' to find out how to do it with your particular Set-Top-Box. Overall, I am very pleased.
Very pleased with the Vizio SV470M HDTV I got on Cyber Monday for $599, free shipping, no tax. Can't beat this deal. The picture is great, better than my Sony HDTV. The sound is fine. Easy to set up. Initially I had a little problem with some channels only getting pictures but no sound If I use HDMI to connect my TV with Set-Top-Box. No problem with Component or Composite connections. I finally got it fixed by changing the sound output of the Set-Top-Box from Auto to L-PCM. How to do this is a little tricky. You need to google 'Vizio No Sound' to find out how to do it with your particular Set-Top-Box. Overall, I am very pleased.
12/06/2010
Panasonic VIERA TC-P42G25 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
Building on its award-winning 2009 Plasma line, Panasonic's 42-inch VIERA TC-P42G25 Plasma HDTV features a new panel with NeoPDP technologies that provide the best balance of black and white under brighter environments while also offering higher energy efficiency. The new NeoPDP Plasma panel also further reduces reflections and creates sharper pictures with higher contrast in brighter environments. This G25 series model provides 1080p resolution, full-time 1080 TV lines of moving picture resolution, and 600Hz Sub-field Drive for superb motion clarity.
I have owned this TV set for almost a month. I know there are lots of expert reviews, but from my point of view (an average every day user), picture quality is superb. I have this TV on my living room with a panasonic blueray and directv. Directv HD looks really great, sharp colors and blacks on this tv are far better than LCDs. Sound is not really that good, I have this TV connected to a panasonic sound bar and now sound is excellent without running wires all over my living room.
I have owned this TV set for almost a month. I know there are lots of expert reviews, but from my point of view (an average every day user), picture quality is superb. I have this TV on my living room with a panasonic blueray and directv. Directv HD looks really great, sharp colors and blacks on this tv are far better than LCDs. Sound is not really that good, I have this TV connected to a panasonic sound bar and now sound is excellent without running wires all over my living room.
12/03/2010
iSymphony LC19iH56 19-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black
The iSymphony LC19iH56 is a 19-Inch 720p HD LCD Television. The TV has 1366 x 768 native resolution and wide-screen (16:9 aspect ratio) for a complete home theater experience. The super high picture quality has been realized by VIORE engineering with high brightness for a vivid and brilliant picture and with high contrast for deeper blacks and brighter whites. The ATSC TV tuner is integrated for over-the-air HDTV broadcast reception. HDMI input is provided so that the digital signals for both video and audio will be transferred without any degradation from Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD Player, Game Player, or Cable/Satellite Box. A VGA port is also provided so that you can use the TV as a computer monitor.
My wife and I were pretty excited to pick up this TV on Black Friday for 198.00. The price alone you can't beat it. When it was delivered, I was very pleased. I was worried at first since a few of the reviews stated problems installing the stand. I didn't have any problem but I could see where there might be some confusion. When I was installing the stand it appeared the screws went right in without nothing to screw it to. Then I took my screw driver and was able to tighten the stand to the TV without problems. I had the TV out of the boxed and hooked up in less than 10 minutes. Very pleased with the picture. The gentlemen that list the Comcast remote code...Thanks it worked and saved me time looking for it.
My wife and I were pretty excited to pick up this TV on Black Friday for 198.00. The price alone you can't beat it. When it was delivered, I was very pleased. I was worried at first since a few of the reviews stated problems installing the stand. I didn't have any problem but I could see where there might be some confusion. When I was installing the stand it appeared the screws went right in without nothing to screw it to. Then I took my screw driver and was able to tighten the stand to the TV without problems. I had the TV out of the boxed and hooked up in less than 10 minutes. Very pleased with the picture. The gentlemen that list the Comcast remote code...Thanks it worked and saved me time looking for it.
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