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Sony Bravia KDL-52EX700 52-Inch 1080P 120Hz LED HDTV, Black Review

Sony Bravia KDL-52EX700 52-Inch 1080P 120Hz LED HDTV, Black Feature

• Full HD 1080p Resolution
• Bravia Internet Video
• USB Input
• Edge LED backlight
• Wi-Fi Adapter Ready

I chose this television as an exchange for a defective Sony rear projection unit, the KDS-50A2000. This was an LCoS (or in Sony parlance, SXRD) set from 2006 that, until its malfunction, provided a wonderful 1080p image with good contrast, great color, and nice detail. So I am comparing the 52EX700 to my former set.

That said, what are the criteria for a great TV? In my opinion, the criteria can be broken into 5 areas, weighted equally:

1. Black & White. How dark is the baseline black level of the set? How bright is the brightest white? What is the contrast ratio? How well do the two interact on normal viewing material?

2. Color. How accurate is the color? Is it vibrant but not cartoonish? How adjustable is it?

3. Processing. How well does the television handle fast motion? Is there a lot of video noise? Are detrimental picture “enhancements” defeatable? Is there a sharpness setting that reveals maximum detail without edge halos or other artifacts? Are there jagged edges or moire effects on challenging material?

4. Build Quality. Is the screen reflective or matte? Does the screen have uniform lighting? What sort of viewing angle does the set have? Is the cabinet sturdy? Is the remote ergonomic? How much power does the TV consume? How much heat does it generate? Is the unit reliable overall?

5. Feature Set. How many and what kinds of connections does the set have? Does the TV have internet connectivity? How comprehensive is the user menu? Is there Picture in Picture? What other sorts of convenience features are present?

I will rate this set on a ten point scale in each of the 5 categories. There are two categories specifically in picture quality, which means that the picture is the most heavily weighted feature. A perfect set (whatever that is) would rate a 50. An average store-brand cheapie set from a big box retailer would probably rate in the 30s.

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Black & White = 9

The 52EX700 is capable of displaying a very dark black. Blacks which are too bright can wash out an image, making it seem grayish and foggy. This is most definitely NOT the case with the EX700. Blacks are darker than my previous 2006 model television, and at least as dark as the best LCD sets from last year. Some professional reviewers (such as CNET) have said it is not as dark as some of the current competition. Frankly, I have a hard time seeing how. In daylight, the black areas of the screen are completely black. In a darkened room, if you’re watching a black screen, sure, a tiny bit of light is evident. But who besides a professional TV reviewer sits in a darkened room watching a black screen? To the human eye, on any real program material, the blacks are effectively at zero light output. On the other end of the spectrum, this set gets very bright, once you turn off the “ambient sensor” and take full control of the backlight. At half backlight, the set is quite bright. At full, it’s as eye-searing as a rear projection model with a bright lamp. Blacks remain inky and deep at any backlight setting, but of course are deeper the lower you go. This set also was able to display lots of detail in shadows, that is, “near black” areas of an image. The gamma control allowed lots of tweaking of this quality. It didn’t “crush” blacks at all. Any way you slice it, this set was more than bright enough to watch during the day, and it was more than dark enough for the black level not to be an issue at night. The contrast ratio is quite high, and the image has a lot of “pop.”

Color = 9

Colors are vibrant but not cartoonish. It was easy to get them dialed in to a pleasing, natural looking palette by changing the “temperature” to its warmest setting. White Balance controls afford more chances to tweak the color. Sometimes, the darkest areas of broadcast HD seemed to tint a little green or blue, but this was likely the source, since this flaw was not evident in Blu-Ray material.

Processing = 8

Overall, processing was good. I never noticed even one instance of motion blur, whether I was watching sports, drama, or action-packed Blu-Ray movies. There is no video lag, regardless of picture settings, which is very important for video gaming (some sets make you turn off all processing in order to eliminate lag, which can lead to a diminished picture). Detail can be very strong even at lower “Sharpness” settings (mainly, sharpness puts artificial enhancements around the edges of objects on the screen, so the lower the better). This picture is a bit noisier in dark areas than my SXRD set close up, but this noise is invisible at normal viewing distances. I noticed a few jagged edges in nearly horizontal lines on Blu-Rays (grates and fences can be torture tests for digital televisions). This is a 120hz television, affording the opportunity for Sony’s “Motion Flow” setting, which interpolates frames to smooth out “juddering” on video (60hz) and film (24hz) sources, giving everything a very non-juddering smooth kind of motion. This was OK on TV programs, but was distracting on movies (which are filmed at 24fps). I generally left it off. 120hz is an even multiple of 24, however, and this set is able to decode 24fps video (such as Blu-Ray) with no artificial frame interpolation (i.e. frames created by the TV that aren’t actually in the image source) or processing. This leads to an extremely stable and sharp picture on movies without any additional and artificial “enhancement” such as Motion Flow. In the end, 60 vs. 120 vs. 240hz processing isn’t nearly as important as black level and color. Most 60hz sets look fine regardless of source, and many would say that frame interpolation modes lead to unnatural-looking images. 480p DVD looks fine. 480i broadcast standard definition performance is not going to win any awards, but it is perfectly acceptable. Just remember, garbage in=garbage out. You can only polish a turd so much, as they say. Speaking of OTA, the on-board HD tuner is very strong - it pulls in channels very stably even at 60-70% signal.

Build Quality = 7

The cabinet is understated and stylish, with a thin “metallized” gray strip below a shiny black bezel. The set is impressively thin, but not so thin that jacks are laid out in a less easy-to-access sideways orientation. I wish the input jacks had been closer to the center of the rear, but they are laid out nicely. The included stand swivels, and keeps the television stable. The screen is a matte finish (thank goodness), and does a decent job of attenuating reflections from the room. The LED edge-lighting does lead to a small bit of “flash light effect” near the edges of the screen, but it is not really noticeable on normal material, and it is not as bad as competing edge-lit sets. The “Achilles Heel” of this set is viewing angle - the image washes out a fair amount more than 45 degrees to either side of center (90 degrees total), and more than 30 degrees vertically (60 degrees total). This is, however, pretty common for LCD sets. It is neither the best or worst in this regard. There are still plenty of great seats for this set in an average living room. The remote control is average - it could have used a few more shortcut buttons, and the D-pad could have been made more ergonomic (it’s a little shallow).

Feature Set = 10

Until “Google TV” equipped sets come out next year, the EX700 is tops in terms of internet features. Netflix, Amazon VOD, and Youtube streaming are the stars, and they all work well. Picture Quality on these is decent to very good, but set-top devices perform better, since the TV seems more sensitive to connection speed. Entering your login info for these services lets you access their respective queues, right on the TV. A plethora of other, smaller internet features offers podcasts, videos, music, and other things. The haphazard organization of these is not ideal, however, and typing in search queries with the remote is cumbersome. Also extremely impressive is the implementation of TV Guide for over-the-air HD signals. The TV downloaded listings based on Zip Code, and only displayed a schedule for channels I had selected as “Shown.” The user menu is modeled after the XMB menu of the PS3 - both a blessing and a curse, because so much information is contained in it, one can easily get lost. A “Favorites” button lets you bookmark favored inputs, channels, or internet features. The VGA PC input works perfectly, and the image is automatically scaled to fit the screen perfectly, with no overscan or loss of fidelity with text. Power saving is another big feather in this set’s cap - the LED light source is already very efficient, generating almost no heat and using about half of what a normal CCFL LCD set does, but you can also shave power use further with the “Eco settings,” and the “Presence Sensor,” which turns off the screen (but keeps the audio on) when you leave the room. The only feature that really fails to impress is Picture-in-Picture, as it is limited to PCs (which must always be the main screen, and there is no swapping), broadcast TV, and component input devices (like older DVD players). It is by no means the full-featured and flexible PIP that sets used to have, and is only marginally useful.

A note on 3-D: This set is not 3-D ready. I, however, am of the opinion that 3-D in the home is a flash in the pan, and will always be, until consumers are not required to buy 0 glasses for each family member in order to view it. Also, there is currently no media to play on such a set. Therefore, I will not dock points for lacking this “feature.”

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All told, this set rates a 43 on my scale of 50. While this might sound like it’s low or disappointing, it isn’t. My dad has a Samsung UN55B8000, a very comparable edge-lit LED set, which performs similarly, but offers fewer features. I would rate that set 9/9/8/8/7, for a total of 41. The Vizio VF550VXT, from 2009, rates 7/8/8/7/7 for a 38 (it crushed blacks and didn’t have a particularly good black level). My 50A2000, a rear projection SXRD set, would rate 9/10/9/5/6, for a 39 (the 5 is for its unreliability and the irritation of replacing lamps). The Insignia set I helped my grandmother purchase for her kitchen would rate 7/6/6/8/6 for a 33. I imagine the absolute premium LCD television today (which I haven’t seen) wouldn’t go much above 46 or 47. So anything over 40 is very likely a solid all-around performer with good features.

Thus, I rate this a 5-star set on Amazon’s scale, especially given its price point in the current marketplace. You’re getting a large, efficient LED edge-lit set with top-flight internet features and very good picture performance for under k. I am thrilled with the performance this set offers and consider it an upgrade in nearly every way over my previous 2006-model set (with the exception of viewing angles). It should be on the short list of anyone searching for a high-quality, full-featured set that can handle both home theater and HD cable/broadcast television chores. It may not be at the top of the roost this year, but for the money it is probably as good as anything out there.

Given the CNET review of this set, I was not expecting to like it as much as I did, and I was prepared for some compromises. Well, I guess pleasant surprises come in slim packages. This is an uncompromisingly good television with only a few minor flaws, most of which are endemic to LCD televisions. Its greatest strengths are its robust online offerings and its extremely punchy contrast ratio.

Sony Bravia KDL-52EX700 52-Inch 1080P 120Hz LED HDTV, Black Overview

Enjoy Full HD 1080p, incredible contrast and smooth motion performance with the slim Edge LED backlit Sony BRAVIA EX700-Series LCD HDTV. Connect to the internet and instantly stream a wide variety of movies, TV shows, videos and music using apps from Netflix, Amazon Video on Demand, YouTube, Slacker and more

Sony Bravia KDL-52EX700 52-Inch 1080P 120Hz LED HDTV, Black Specifications

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LG 19LE5300 19-Inch 720p 60Hz LED LCD HDTV Review

LG 19LE5300 19-Inch 720p 60Hz LED LCD HDTV Feature

• LED Backlighting
• High Definition Resolution
• 3M:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• Picture Wizard II
• Smart Energy Savings

One of only a few TV’s in this size to have an IPS panel that has super wide viewing angles. Run don’t walk away from the other cheap TN panel sets on the market.

One review remarked about non-tilt stand …. I can’t see why tilt would be needed with the wide view angles this set has.

Sound is more than adequate for use in kitchen environment where we have ours.

BUT …. where the heck is the LSW100BG mount from LG that the manual says is needed to wall mount? The back has such close clearance needs that this mount is required. Can’t find it anywhere.

Bob H

P.S. Item shipped from Adorama …. very fast and double boxed.

LG 19LE5300 19-Inch 720p 60Hz LED LCD HDTV Overview

Brighter colors. Deeper blacks. Greater energy efficiency. LED display technology is one of the latest advancements and the LE5300 offers it at a price that’s in reach. Now it’s easy to get into LED.

LG 19LE5300 19-Inch 720p 60Hz LED LCD HDTV Specifications

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LG 47LE5400 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz LED HDTV Review

LG 47LE5400 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz LED HDTV Feature

• LED Backlighting
• NetCast Entertainment Access (Wi-Fi Ready)
• Wireless 1080p Ready
• TruMotion 120Hz
• Picture Wizard II

This is my first HDTV, but not even close to my first LG product. Somehow LG has been able to offer products as good, if not better, than other “more popular” brands without breaking the bank. Set up was a breeze and the picture is outstanding. I had to play around with the “TruMotion” setting because when it’s on, watching a movie was like being on the set, it looked too realistic. I have figured out that it’s great for watching live news and sporting events, otherwise, just turn it off. The NetCast and Widget features are awesome, as well as the customizable picture and sound outputs.
I did, however, encounter one problem. When I finshed setting up the tv, I noticed that on the bottom left corner (only when up close on my hands and knees) there is what seems to be “stress fracture” on the plastic frame.(It’s not really cracked, the clear plastic just turned a little white). It is so slight and doesn’t affect the picture what so ever, that it didn’t seem worth my effort to repackage, return, reorder, and be without a tv for another week and a half, so I just left it alone. I have no regrets, the tv is spectacular.

LG 47LE5400 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz LED HDTV Overview

There’s no better LCD display technology than LED and the LE5400 delivers that along with a whole lot more. You can tap directly into instant movies and entertainment with NetCast and cut free of your cable box and messy wires with Wireless 1080p.

LG 47LE5400 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz LED HDTV Specifications

Offering energy-saving LED backlighting, 1080p Full HD resolution for crystal-clear detail, and TruMotion 120Hz technology for virtually no motion blur, the 47-inch LG 47LE5400 LED LCD HDTV is also great for watching sports and movies with fast action thanks to its 2.6ms (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.

With LG’s NetCast, you get access to TV shows, movies and more, streamed directly from the Internet to your television screen. And the LE5400 series also provides compatibility with Wireless 1080p Connectivity (wireless media kit required and sold separately).

Other features include an incredible 4,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for more stunning colors and deeper blacks, two USB ports for connecting external drives for playing back MP3 audio, JPEG photo and DivX HD video files, stereo speakers with 20 watts of power and Dolby Digital decoding, and four HDMI inputs.

NetCast Entertainment Access

NetCast Entertainment Access brings the best Internet services direct to your TV–no computer required. Instantly access movies and TV shows, news and weather and the world’s largest library of HD movies in 1080p. (Note: Internet connection & subscriptions required and sold separately.)

Get your HD film fix If you like movies and want major studio releases in Full HD 1080p and Dolby Digital Plus sound, you’ll love Vudu, the on-demand movie service with more hi-def titles than anyone else. Over 3,000 and counting. Plus, there’s no subscription. So you only pay for what you watch. Access your queue from the couch Make the most of the extensive offerings on Netflix. Now you can watch your favorite movies and shows–from new releases to classics to everything in between–without your PC. Sit back and enjoy unlimited instant access to thousands of movies and TV episodes streamed directly to your TV set.

It’s YouTube on your tube No more crowding around your PC to watch web videos. NetCast instantly streams videos and TV shows from YouTube for unlimited, direct access to the millions of Web videos whenever you want them. All you need is an active Internet connection. Watch that one fellow making a fool of himself over and over again. Stay up to speed Sometimes you want to see what’s going on in the world, but without changing the channel. Yahoo! TV Widgets delivers everything you need including news, scores, stocks and even photos from Flickr. Your pictures on the big screen Re-live all your family vacation memories with your Picasa photos on the big screen for everyone to enjoy, create galleries and slideshows for easy organization.

Key Features

LCD Panel with LED Backlighting Tired of dark scenes or dull colors? LG’s LED technology provides a slim profile and delivers amazing brightness, clarity and color detail, as well as greater energy efficiency compared to conventional LCD TVs.	Energy Star 4.0 Earning the ENERGY STAR means a product meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. For TVs, it means they save energy both in standby and active (when they’re on) modes. ENERGY STAR qualified TVs use about 30 percent less energy than standard units.   Smart Energy Saving With LG’s Smart Energy Saving Features, you can conserve money and energy.
Full HD 1080p resolution This stunning picture is the reason you wanted HDTV in the first place. With almost double the pixel resolution, Full HD 1080p gives it superior picture quality over standard HDTV. You’ll see details and colors like never before.	TruMotion 120Hz TruMotion 120Hz technology lets you see sports, video games and high-speed action with virtually no motion blur. Now your TV can keep up with your fast-moving entertainment.
4,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio No more worrying about dark scenes or dull colors. The dynamic contrast ratio of 4,000,000:1 delivers more stunning colors and deeper blacks than you can imagine.	Intelligent Sensor Don’t strain your eyes. Let your TV do the adjustments for you. Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes the picture to the lighting and color conditions in the room for a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Wireless 1080p Ready The best place for your TV isn’t always near the cable. Wireless 1080p Connectivity lets you cut loose from messy wires, hang your TV where you want and still get a stunning Full HD picture. All those cords and cables are completely out of sight. And the only thing attached to your TV is you. (Note: Wireless media kit required and sold separately.)
AV Mode Sports, movies and video games are best enjoyed with customized settings. With AV Mode, you can easily select from one of three picture modes for “Cinema”, Sports” or “Games” to enjoy an optimized picture and sound experience.	Picture Wizard Get easy self-calibration with on-screen reference points for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness and backlight levels. Take the guesswork out of picture adjustments with this simple-to-use feature. It’s not actually magic, but it will sure seem that way.
24P Real Cinema Stay in for the theater. Enjoy a true cinema-like experience in your own home with movies the way they are meant to be seen. LG’s Real Cinema technology precisely displays 24p source frames on your screen, the same as on a movie screen. If you love movies, you’ll love Real Cinema.	ISFccc Calibration Ready LG’s ISFccc Ready HDTVs contain the detailed standards necessary for professional calibration of brightness, contrast, tint, sharpness, color levels and much more to meet local lighting conditions for both day and nighttime viewing. Settings are added to preset modes for easy access from your LG remote.
Clear Voice II Get audio the way it was meant to be heard. Clear Voice II enhances and amplifies the frequency range of the human voice to help keep dialogue audible when background noise swells. Infinite Sound What’s a great picture without great sounds to match? Infinite Sound delivers an amazing listening experience with deep, rich bass to make the most of your entertainment.	Dolby Digital Dolby Digital lets you experience compelling 5.1-channel surround sound. And you can trust that you’ll get the same great Dolby Digital audio quality no matter what you’re watching–a DVD or Blu-Ray Disc, TV programming or downloaded content. Best of all, you can be confident that you’ll hear the audio exactly as it was intended, because Dolby Digital is also used to create the soundtracks for movies and games.
USB 2.0 Now reliving that fantastic family vacation can happen in the comfort of your living room. Easily connect your external USB devices to enjoy JPEG photos or listen to MP3 files. This HDTV is also compatible with playing back DivX HD video files from a USB drive.	HDMI V.1.3 with Deep Color Make installation of any enabled device a snap. Get 10.2Gbps of bandwidth for deeper colors and more to take advantage of the best Full HD experience. HDMI V.1.3 connectivity lets you prepare yourself for tomorrow’s technology today.

Key Specifications

Screen size: 47-inch class (47 inches diagonal) Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (1080p Full HD) Dynamic contrast ratio: 4,000,000:1 Viewing angle: 178 degrees horizontal/vertical Response time: 2.6ms Built-in tuner: ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM Audio output: 20 watts (10W x 2) Speaker system: 2-way, 4 speakers Dolby Digital decoder: Yes Surround system: Infinite Sound Input labeling: Yes Swivel stand: ±20 degrees VESA compliance: 200mm x 200mm Warranty: 1 year parts and labor Connections HDMI (version 1.3, HDCP): 3 rear, 1 side Component: 2 rear, 1 side Composite A/V: 1 rear, 1 side RF: 1 rear PC input (15-pin, D-Sub): 1 rear PC audio input: 1 rear Digital audio output: 1 optical, rear USB: 2 side Ethernet LAN: 1 rear Headphone out: 1 side RS-232c input: 1 rear

Dimensions TV without stand: 44.4 x 27.2 x 1.2 inches (WxHxD); 43.2 pounds TV with stand: 44.4 x 30 x 11.2 inches (WxHxD); 50.5 pounds What size TV should you get?

LG 2010 HDTV Comparison

Series:

LD350

LD450

LD520

LD550

LD650

LE5300

LE5400

LE8500

LX6500

PJ350

PK550

PK750

Models:

22-inch 26-inch 32-inch

32-inch 37-inch 42-inch 47-inch

32-inch 42-inch 47-inch 55-inch

32-inch 42-inch 46-inch 52-inch

47-inch 55-inch

22-inch 26-inch 32-inch 37-inch

32-inch 42-inch 47-inch 55-inch

47-inch 55-inch

47-inch 55-inch

42-inch 50-inch

50-inch 60-inch

50-inch 60-inch

Panel type

LCD

LCD

LCD

LCD

LCD

LED LCD

LED LCD

LED LCD

3D LED

Plasma

Plasma

Plasma

LED Local Dimming

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–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

3D Ready

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–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Resolution

720p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

720p

1080p

1080p

Contrast ratio

50k:1 dynamic

100k:1 dynamic

100k:1 dynamic

150k:1 dynamic

200k:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

4mil:1 dynamic

9mil:1 dynamic

8mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

Refresh rate

60Hz

60Hz

120Hz

120Hz

240Hz

60Hz

120Hz

120Hz

240Hz

600Hz

600Hz

600Hz

Response time

5ms

4ms

2.4

2.4

2

2.4ms

2.6ms

1ms

2ms

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–

–

Netcast Entertainment

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–

–

–

–

–

HDMI input

2

2

3

4

4

4

4

4

4

3

3

4

Component input (Y, PB, PR)

1

1

1

2

2

2

3

3

3

2

2

2

Composite input

1

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

PC input

USB port

1

1

1

2

2

1

2

2

2

1

1

2

MP3 and JPEG playback

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DivX video playback

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–

–

–

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Ethernet

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–

–

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–

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Wireless 1080p Ready

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Energy Star

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Series:

LD350 LCD

LD450 LCD

LD520 LCD

LD550 LCD

LD650 LCD

LE5300 LED

LE5400 LED

LE8500 LED

LX6500 3D LED

PJ350 Plasma

PK550 Plasma

PK750 Plasma

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Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

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Vizio M260VA-W 26-Inch LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, White Review

Vizio M260VA-W 26-Inch LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, White Feature

• 1080p HD with Razor LEDTM backlighting for brilliant color and contrast
• Less than 2.3″ thin (max depth 5.86″ with stand)
• SRS TruVolumeTM and SRS TruSurround HDTM audio
• Ambient Light Sensing technology
• Exceeds Energy StarTM 4.0 guidelines

Vizio M260VA-W 26-Inch LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, White Overview

VIZIO’s M260VA 26″ Razor LED LCD HDTV features full 1080p high-definition resolution with Razor LEDTM backlighting for brilliant clarity in a razor thin design less than 2.3″ thin (max depth 5.86″ with stand). Includes SRS TruVolumeTM and SRS TruSurround HDTM audio for advanced virtual surround sound, and exceeds Energy StarTM 4.0 guidelines to reduce energy consumption.

Vizio M260VA-W 26-Inch LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, White Specifications

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LG 42LE5400 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Review

LG 42LE5400 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Feature

• LED Backlighting
• NetCast Entertainment Access (Wi-Fi Ready)
• Wireless 1080p Ready
• TruMotion 120Hz
• Picture Wizard II

I had quite an ordeal over the last month attempting to purchase a new HDTV. I was looking in the sub 00 range, wanted a 40-42″ LED-Lit model and did a lot of research before settling on the Samsung UN40C6300.

I originally settled for Samsung over LG due to in-store picture comparisons and quite frankly, Samsung’s great reputation over the past years. They were the pioneers of LED edge lighting and for a long time remained king of HDTVs. When my set arrived via Amazon (which was super simple by the way) and I set it up, I was instantly shocked and disappointed. The samsung model had the worst backlight bleeding I have ever seen in any LCD TV/Monitor.. ever.. Upon researching the issue further I discovered that Samsung now outsources panels and I got stuck with a horrible Chineese CN02 panel while the model in the store happened to be using a Samsung Branded IPS panel. I can’t say for sure whether stores always get the better panel for display purposes, but this sneaky bait and switch should be illegal. Needless to say, the viewing angles on the horrible CN02 panel and the awful bleeding (spots the size of softballs scattered through the image). Furious, I set up an immediate exchange with Amazon and went back to researching.

Digging deep in Amazon’s search, I stumbled across the LG 42LE5400 which was only more then the previous Samsung model. What caught me about this TV over the previous was the following:
1) Same exact price.
2) Research indicated NO panel lottery and LG using superior IPS panels.
3) 2″ Larger Screen
4) NetCast Apps (Samsung’s only supplies these on higher-end models)
5) Wider range of inputs including composite-in
6) Matte screen (Yes glossy looks nicer, but I’d rather not watch TV in a mirror).

The exchange through amazon was painless and I am always impressed by their policies and understanding. After the horrible Samsung model was dragged away and the new LG panel dropped off, I set it up and was pleased.

The picture was just as nice as the Samsung in my opinion (though a bit less crisp due to matte screen instead of glossy, but that was to be expected and actually ended up being preferred due to lack of reflections). I confirmed a genuine IPS panel by the orientation of the pixels and the push-test. I cannot comment on the sound since I always use a home theater receiver and have never used the built-in speakers. The Set comes with tons of calibration options, eco-sensors (which I disabled as I found it preferred to darken the screen too much. Why have an LED screen when you dim it down to nothing). Even the lighting on the power and function buttons has a neat animation and full control of turning off pesky logo lighting when watching in the dark, a nice touch.

The only gripes I have on this panel are the following:
1) There is some mild backlight bleeding around the top right and bottom left corner. This tends to make blacks in that general area a bit more grey, but nowhere (and I mean nowhere) as bad as the Samsung. I suppose this is just a limitation of Edge-lit panels.
2) NetCast does NOT include Pandora even though it lists Pandora all over LGs website. I suppose they only include that in their receivers/blu-ray players, a major disappointment. Should be called “NetCast Lite”.

I really rate this panel a 4.5/5 due to the mild backlight bleeding. I feel more care should be put by all brands regarding this issue, but this panel was much better then others thus why I’m keeping it. I’m also a bit put off by the differences in NetCast.

Other then that, I’m glad that I finally have this whole fiasco behind me. LG came out of the woodwork for me and blew me away with a far-superior television then the comparable Samsung model with no surprises, tricks and included many extras for the same price range. Unless something goes wrong (or they start getting sneaky with bait-and-switch like Samsung), LG is my new television brand.

LG 42LE5400 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Overview

There’s no better LCD display technology than LED and the LE5400 delivers that along with a whole lot more. You can tap directly into instant movies and entertainment with NetCast and cut free of your cable box and messy wires with Wireless 1080p.

LG 42LE5400 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Specifications

Offering energy-saving LED backlighting, 1080p Full HD resolution for crystal-clear detail, and TruMotion 120Hz technology for virtually no motion blur, the 42-inch LG 42LE5400 LED LCD HDTV is also great for watching sports and movies with fast action thanks to its 2.6ms (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.

With LG’s NetCast, you get access to TV shows, movies and more, streamed directly from the Internet to your television screen. And the LE5400 series also provides compatibility with Wireless 1080p Connectivity (wireless media kit required and sold separately).

Other features include an incredible 4,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for more stunning colors and deeper blacks, two USB ports for connecting external drives for playing back MP3 audio, JPEG photo and DivX HD video files, stereo speakers with 20 watts of power and Dolby Digital decoding, and four HDMI inputs.

NetCast Entertainment Access

NetCast Entertainment Access brings the best Internet services direct to your TV–no computer required. Instantly access movies and TV shows, news and weather and the world’s largest library of HD movies in 1080p. (Note: Internet connection & subscriptions required and sold separately.)

Get your HD film fix If you like movies and want major studio releases in Full HD 1080p and Dolby Digital Plus sound, you’ll love Vudu, the on-demand movie service with more hi-def titles than anyone else. Over 3,000 and counting. Plus, there’s no subscription. So you only pay for what you watch. Access your queue from the couch Make the most of the extensive offerings on Netflix. Now you can watch your favorite movies and shows–from new releases to classics to everything in between–without your PC. Sit back and enjoy unlimited instant access to thousands of movies and TV episodes streamed directly to your TV set.

It’s YouTube on your tube No more crowding around your PC to watch web videos. NetCast instantly streams videos and TV shows from YouTube for unlimited, direct access to the millions of Web videos whenever you want them. All you need is an active Internet connection. Watch that one fellow making a fool of himself over and over again. Stay up to speed Sometimes you want to see what’s going on in the world, but without changing the channel. Yahoo! TV Widgets delivers everything you need including news, scores, stocks and even photos from Flickr. Your pictures on the big screen Re-live all your family vacation memories with your Picasa photos on the big screen for everyone to enjoy, create galleries and slideshows for easy organization.

Key Features

LCD Panel with LED Backlighting Tired of dark scenes or dull colors? LG’s LED technology provides a slim profile and delivers amazing brightness, clarity and color detail, as well as greater energy efficiency compared to conventional LCD TVs.	Energy Star 4.0 Earning the ENERGY STAR means a product meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. For TVs, it means they save energy both in standby and active (when they’re on) modes. ENERGY STAR qualified TVs use about 30 percent less energy than standard units.   Smart Energy Saving With LG’s Smart Energy Saving Features, you can conserve money and energy.
Full HD 1080p resolution This stunning picture is the reason you wanted HDTV in the first place. With almost double the pixel resolution, Full HD 1080p gives it superior picture quality over standard HDTV. You’ll see details and colors like never before.	TruMotion 120Hz TruMotion 120Hz technology lets you see sports, video games and high-speed action with virtually no motion blur. Now your TV can keep up with your fast-moving entertainment.
4,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio No more worrying about dark scenes or dull colors. The dynamic contrast ratio of 4,000,000:1 delivers more stunning colors and deeper blacks than you can imagine.	Intelligent Sensor Don’t strain your eyes. Let your TV do the adjustments for you. Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes the picture to the lighting and color conditions in the room for a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Wireless 1080p Ready The best place for your TV isn’t always near the cable. Wireless 1080p Connectivity lets you cut loose from messy wires, hang your TV where you want and still get a stunning Full HD picture. All those cords and cables are completely out of sight. And the only thing attached to your TV is you. (Note: Wireless media kit required and sold separately.)
AV Mode Sports, movies and video games are best enjoyed with customized settings. With AV Mode, you can easily select from one of three picture modes for “Cinema”, Sports” or “Games” to enjoy an optimized picture and sound experience.	Picture Wizard Get easy self-calibration with on-screen reference points for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness and backlight levels. Take the guesswork out of picture adjustments with this simple-to-use feature. It’s not actually magic, but it will sure seem that way.
24P Real Cinema Stay in for the theater. Enjoy a true cinema-like experience in your own home with movies the way they are meant to be seen. LG’s Real Cinema technology precisely displays 24p source frames on your screen, the same as on a movie screen. If you love movies, you’ll love Real Cinema.	ISFccc Calibration Ready LG’s ISFccc Ready HDTVs contain the detailed standards necessary for professional calibration of brightness, contrast, tint, sharpness, color levels and much more to meet local lighting conditions for both day and nighttime viewing. Settings are added to preset modes for easy access from your LG remote.
Clear Voice II Get audio the way it was meant to be heard. Clear Voice II enhances and amplifies the frequency range of the human voice to help keep dialogue audible when background noise swells. Infinite Sound What’s a great picture without great sounds to match? Infinite Sound delivers an amazing listening experience with deep, rich bass to make the most of your entertainment.	Dolby Digital Dolby Digital lets you experience compelling 5.1-channel surround sound. And you can trust that you’ll get the same great Dolby Digital audio quality no matter what you’re watching–a DVD or Blu-Ray Disc, TV programming or downloaded content. Best of all, you can be confident that you’ll hear the audio exactly as it was intended, because Dolby Digital is also used to create the soundtracks for movies and games.
USB 2.0 Now reliving that fantastic family vacation can happen in the comfort of your living room. Easily connect your external USB devices to enjoy JPEG photos or listen to MP3 files. This HDTV is also compatible with playing back DivX HD video files from a USB drive.	HDMI V.1.3 with Deep Color Make installation of any enabled device a snap. Get 10.2Gbps of bandwidth for deeper colors and more to take advantage of the best Full HD experience. HDMI V.1.3 connectivity lets you prepare yourself for tomorrow’s technology today.

Key Specifications

Screen size: 42-inch class (42 inches diagonal) Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (1080p Full HD) Dynamic contrast ratio: 4,000,000:1 Viewing angle: 178 degrees horizontal/vertical Response time: 2.6ms Built-in tuner: ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM Audio output: 20 watts (10W x 2) Speaker system: 2-way, 4 speakers Dolby Digital decoder: Yes Surround system: Infinite Sound Input labeling: Yes Swivel stand: ±20 degrees VESA compliance: 200mm x 200mm Warranty: 1 year parts and labor Connections HDMI (version 1.3, HDCP): 3 rear, 1 side Component: 2 rear, 1 side Composite A/V: 1 rear, 1 side RF: 1 rear PC input (15-pin, D-Sub): 1 rear PC audio input: 1 rear Digital audio output: 1 optical, rear USB: 2 side Ethernet LAN: 1 rear Headphone out: 1 side RS-232c input: 1 rear

Dimensions TV without stand: 40 x 24.8 x 1.2 inches (WxHxD); 36.8 pounds TV with stand: 40 x 27.2 x 10.6 inches (WxHxD); 43 pounds What size TV should you get?

LG 2010 HDTV Comparison

Series:

LD350

LD450

LD520

LD550

LD650

LE5300

LE5400

LE8500

LX6500

PJ350

PK550

PK750

Models:

22-inch 26-inch 32-inch

32-inch 37-inch 42-inch 47-inch

32-inch 42-inch 47-inch 55-inch

32-inch 42-inch 46-inch 52-inch

47-inch 55-inch

22-inch 26-inch 32-inch 37-inch

32-inch 42-inch 47-inch 55-inch

47-inch 55-inch

47-inch 55-inch

42-inch 50-inch

50-inch 60-inch

50-inch 60-inch

Panel type

LCD

LCD

LCD

LCD

LCD

LED LCD

LED LCD

LED LCD

3D LED

Plasma

Plasma

Plasma

LED Local Dimming

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

3D Ready

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Resolution

720p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

720p

1080p

1080p

Contrast ratio

50k:1 dynamic

100k:1 dynamic

100k:1 dynamic

150k:1 dynamic

200k:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

4mil:1 dynamic

9mil:1 dynamic

8mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

Refresh rate

60Hz

60Hz

120Hz

120Hz

240Hz

60Hz

120Hz

120Hz

240Hz

600Hz

600Hz

600Hz

Response time

5ms

4ms

2.4

2.4

2

2.4ms

2.6ms

1ms

2ms

–

–

–

Netcast Entertainment

–

–

–

–

–

–

HDMI input

2

2

3

4

4

4

4

4

4

3

3

4

Component input (Y, PB, PR)

1

1

1

2

2

2

3

3

3

2

2

2

Composite input

1

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

PC input

USB port

1

1

1

2

2

1

2

2

2

1

1

2

MP3 and JPEG playback

–

DivX video playback

–

–

–

–

–

Ethernet

–

–

–

–

–

–

Wireless 1080p Ready

–

–

–

–

–

–

Energy Star

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Series:

LD350 LCD

LD450 LCD

LD520 LCD

LD550 LCD

LD650 LCD

LE5300 LED

LE5400 LED

LE8500 LED

LX6500 3D LED

PJ350 Plasma

PK550 Plasma

PK750 Plasma

Learn More

Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

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LG 55LE5400 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Review

LG 55LE5400 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Feature

• LED Backlighting
• NetCast Entertainment Access (Wi-Fi Ready)
• Wireless 1080p Ready
• TruMotion 120Hz
• Picture Wizard II

Bought the TV a few weeks back from Amazon and have been impressed with the quality so far. I did reasonable research before buying this TV to replace an old 27″ TV that I had for almost 11 years and wanted something that had good features.

I compared the LG with Samsung 6500 series TV at a local store and did not notice any significant difference between the two. Compared to a bunch of TVs next to this one, the brightness seemed a bit high (relatively less dark), but nothing concerning.

I ordered the TV through Amazon for a decent price and the service was good (Ceva). They delivered to the second floor but I had to setup the TV myself (no installation and check-up like a full-fledged white-glove service). It was not difficult but needs 2 people at least.

The picture quality is sharp and clear and the sports action (football) was quite good. The audio lacks punch, as can be expected from a 10w speaker. However, I wish they included better speakers by default. Also had to purchase a wi-fi adapter separately. Again, would’ve been nice if it were included with the system (hence 1 star less). That said, it is no different from its competitors.

The biggest reason I went for the LG compared to Samsung was the price (around 0 less for the same features) and the matte finish. The matte finish makes a huge difference if you are going to keep the TV in a well-lit room. In the store, I could see all the lights in the back reflected off the Samsung, while it was hardly noticeable in the LG. Same at home with large windows.

So far, I have not noticed any weird issues as mentioned in the other posts. The picture quality is good and the brightness, contrast, and colors are more than adequate for an average TV user.

If you are in the market for a 55″ TV and if you have a bright room, this is definitely worth a consideration.

Pros:
- Excellent picture quality
- Standard set of Internet applications (Netflix, Picasa, YouTube, Vudu)
- Reasonable number of options to tweak
- Matte finish is great for a brightly lit room with large windows
- DLNA support works flawlessly to stream music from computer to the TV (haven’t tried video yet)
- Input and Output ports are sufficient for most scenarios
- Very thin (around 1″)
- Aesthetically pleasing

Cons:
- Speaker quality is average. A home theater system is strongly recommended for better quality
- Remote control is average. It’s clunky to type using the remote
- Internet Widgets are slow, but functional. Not too many widgets. Removing widgets is not intuitive.
- Additional wi-fi adapter required for wireless Internet connectivity. Costs around -

LG 55LE5400 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Overview

There’s no better LCD display technology than LED and the LE5400 delivers that along with a whole lot more. You can tap directly into instant movies and entertainment with NetCast and cut free of your cable box and messy wires with Wireless 1080p.

LG 55LE5400 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV Specifications

Offering energy-saving LED backlighting, 1080p Full HD resolution for crystal-clear detail, and TruMotion 120Hz technology for virtually no motion blur, the 55-inch LG 55LE5400 LED LCD HDTV is also great for watching sports and movies with fast action thanks to its 2.6ms (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.

With LG’s NetCast, you get access to TV shows, movies and more, streamed directly from the Internet to your television screen. And the LE5400 series also provides compatibility with Wireless 1080p Connectivity (wireless media kit required and sold separately).

Other features include an incredible 4,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for more stunning colors and deeper blacks, two USB ports for connecting external drives for playing back MP3 audio, JPEG photo and DivX HD video files, stereo speakers with 20 watts of power and Dolby Digital decoding, and four HDMI inputs.

NetCast Entertainment Access

NetCast Entertainment Access brings the best Internet services direct to your TV–no computer required. Instantly access movies and TV shows, news and weather and the world’s largest library of HD movies in 1080p. (Note: Internet connection & subscriptions required and sold separately.)

Get your HD film fix If you like movies and want major studio releases in Full HD 1080p and Dolby Digital Plus sound, you’ll love Vudu, the on-demand movie service with more hi-def titles than anyone else. Over 3,000 and counting. Plus, there’s no subscription. So you only pay for what you watch. Access your queue from the couch Make the most of the extensive offerings on Netflix. Now you can watch your favorite movies and shows–from new releases to classics to everything in between–without your PC. Sit back and enjoy unlimited instant access to thousands of movies and TV episodes streamed directly to your TV set.

It’s YouTube on your tube No more crowding around your PC to watch web videos. NetCast instantly streams videos and TV shows from YouTube for unlimited, direct access to the millions of Web videos whenever you want them. All you need is an active Internet connection. Watch that one fellow making a fool of himself over and over again. Stay up to speed Sometimes you want to see what’s going on in the world, but without changing the channel. Yahoo! TV Widgets delivers everything you need including news, scores, stocks and even photos from Flickr. Your pictures on the big screen Re-live all your family vacation memories with your Picasa photos on the big screen for everyone to enjoy, create galleries and slideshows for easy organization.

Key Features

LCD Panel with LED Backlighting Tired of dark scenes or dull colors? LG’s LED technology provides a slim profile and delivers amazing brightness, clarity and color detail, as well as greater energy efficiency compared to conventional LCD TVs.	Energy Star 4.0 Earning the ENERGY STAR means a product meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. For TVs, it means they save energy both in standby and active (when they’re on) modes. ENERGY STAR qualified TVs use about 30 percent less energy than standard units.   Smart Energy Saving With LG’s Smart Energy Saving Features, you can conserve money and energy.
Full HD 1080p resolution This stunning picture is the reason you wanted HDTV in the first place. With almost double the pixel resolution, Full HD 1080p gives it superior picture quality over standard HDTV. You’ll see details and colors like never before.	TruMotion 120Hz TruMotion 120Hz technology lets you see sports, video games and high-speed action with virtually no motion blur. Now your TV can keep up with your fast-moving entertainment.
4,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio No more worrying about dark scenes or dull colors. The dynamic contrast ratio of 4,000,000:1 delivers more stunning colors and deeper blacks than you can imagine.	Intelligent Sensor Don’t strain your eyes. Let your TV do the adjustments for you. Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes the picture to the lighting and color conditions in the room for a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Wireless 1080p Ready The best place for your TV isn’t always near the cable. Wireless 1080p Connectivity lets you cut loose from messy wires, hang your TV where you want and still get a stunning Full HD picture. All those cords and cables are completely out of sight. And the only thing attached to your TV is you. (Note: Wireless media kit required and sold separately.)
AV Mode Sports, movies and video games are best enjoyed with customized settings. With AV Mode, you can easily select from one of three picture modes for “Cinema”, Sports” or “Games” to enjoy an optimized picture and sound experience.	Picture Wizard Get easy self-calibration with on-screen reference points for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness and backlight levels. Take the guesswork out of picture adjustments with this simple-to-use feature. It’s not actually magic, but it will sure seem that way.
24P Real Cinema Stay in for the theater. Enjoy a true cinema-like experience in your own home with movies the way they are meant to be seen. LG’s Real Cinema technology precisely displays 24p source frames on your screen, the same as on a movie screen. If you love movies, you’ll love Real Cinema.	ISFccc Calibration Ready LG’s ISFccc Ready HDTVs contain the detailed standards necessary for professional calibration of brightness, contrast, tint, sharpness, color levels and much more to meet local lighting conditions for both day and nighttime viewing. Settings are added to preset modes for easy access from your LG remote.
Clear Voice II Get audio the way it was meant to be heard. Clear Voice II enhances and amplifies the frequency range of the human voice to help keep dialogue audible when background noise swells. Infinite Sound What’s a great picture without great sounds to match? Infinite Sound delivers an amazing listening experience with deep, rich bass to make the most of your entertainment.	Dolby Digital Dolby Digital lets you experience compelling 5.1-channel surround sound. And you can trust that you’ll get the same great Dolby Digital audio quality no matter what you’re watching–a DVD or Blu-Ray Disc, TV programming or downloaded content. Best of all, you can be confident that you’ll hear the audio exactly as it was intended, because Dolby Digital is also used to create the soundtracks for movies and games.
USB 2.0 Now reliving that fantastic family vacation can happen in the comfort of your living room. Easily connect your external USB devices to enjoy JPEG photos or listen to MP3 files. This HDTV is also compatible with playing back DivX HD video files from a USB drive.	HDMI V.1.3 with Deep Color Make installation of any enabled device a snap. Get 10.2Gbps of bandwidth for deeper colors and more to take advantage of the best Full HD experience. HDMI V.1.3 connectivity lets you prepare yourself for tomorrow’s technology today.

Key Specifications

Screen size: 55-inch class (54.6 inches diagonal) Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (1080p Full HD) Dynamic contrast ratio: 4,000,000:1 Viewing angle: 178 degrees horizontal/vertical Response time: 2.6ms Built-in tuner: ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM Audio output: 20 watts (10W x 2) Speaker system: 2-way, 4 speakers Dolby Digital decoder: Yes Surround system: Infinite Sound Input labeling: Yes Swivel stand: ±20 degrees VESA compliance: 400mm x 400mm Warranty: 1 year parts and labor Connections HDMI (version 1.3, HDCP): 3 rear, 1 side Component: 2 rear, 1 side Composite A/V: 1 rear, 1 side RF: 1 rear PC input (15-pin, D-Sub): 1 rear PC audio input: 1 rear Digital audio output: 1 optical, rear USB: 2 side Ethernet LAN: 1 rear Headphone out: 1 side RS-232c input: 1 rear

Dimensions TV without stand: 51.4 x 31.4 x 1.2 inches (WxHxD); 63.5 pounds TV with stand: 51.4 x 34.1 x 13.6 inches (WxHxD); 76.1 pounds What size TV should you get?

LG 2010 HDTV Comparison

Series:

LD350

LD450

LD520

LD550

LD650

LE5300

LE5400

LE8500

LX6500

PJ350

PK550

PK750

Models:

22-inch 26-inch 32-inch

32-inch 37-inch 42-inch 47-inch

32-inch 42-inch 47-inch 55-inch

32-inch 42-inch 46-inch 52-inch

47-inch 55-inch

22-inch 26-inch 32-inch 37-inch

32-inch 42-inch 47-inch 55-inch

47-inch 55-inch

47-inch 55-inch

42-inch 50-inch

50-inch 60-inch

50-inch 60-inch

Panel type

LCD

LCD

LCD

LCD

LCD

LED LCD

LED LCD

LED LCD

3D LED

Plasma

Plasma

Plasma

LED Local Dimming

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

3D Ready

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Resolution

720p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

720p

1080p

1080p

Contrast ratio

50k:1 dynamic

100k:1 dynamic

100k:1 dynamic

150k:1 dynamic

200k:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

4mil:1 dynamic

9mil:1 dynamic

8mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

3mil:1 dynamic

Refresh rate

60Hz

60Hz

120Hz

120Hz

240Hz

60Hz

120Hz

120Hz

240Hz

600Hz

600Hz

600Hz

Response time

5ms

4ms

2.4

2.4

2

2.4ms

2.6ms

1ms

2ms

–

–

–

Netcast Entertainment

–

–

–

–

–

–

HDMI input

2

2

3

4

4

4

4

4

4

3

3

4

Component input (Y, PB, PR)

1

1

1

2

2

2

3

3

3

2

2

2

Composite input

1

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

PC input

USB port

1

1

1

2

2

1

2

2

2

1

1

2

MP3 and JPEG playback

–

DivX video playback

–

–

–

–

–

Ethernet

–

–

–

–

–

–

Wireless 1080p Ready

–

–

–

–

–

–

Energy Star

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Series:

LD350 LCD

LD450 LCD

LD520 LCD

LD550 LCD

LD650 LCD

LE5300 LED

LE5400 LED

LE8500 LED

LX6500 3D LED

PJ350 Plasma

PK550 Plasma

PK750 Plasma

Learn More

Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

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Vizio M320NV 32-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, Black Review

Vizio M320NV 32-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, Black Feature

• 1080p HD with Razor LEDTM backlighting
• Less than 17″ (max depth 7.87″)
• 100,000 to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• SRS TruVolumeTM and SRS TruSurround HDTM audio
• Ambient Light Sensing technology

Vizio M320NV 32-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, Black Overview

VIZIO’s M320NV 32″ LED LCD HDTV features full 1080p high-definition resolution with Razor LEDTM backlighting for brilliant clarity in a razor thin design less than 1.17″ (max depth 7.87″). Includes SRS TruVolumeTM and SRS TruSurround HDTM audio for advanced virtual surround sound, and exceeds Energy StarTM 4.0 guidelines to reduce energy consumption.

Vizio M320NV 32-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, Black Specifications

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Sony KDL40NX700 40-inch 1080p 120Hz LED Edge-lit LCD HDTV Review

Sony KDL40NX700 40-inch 1080p 120Hz LED Edge-lit LCD HDTV Feature

• Edge LED backlight
• Full HD 1080p Resolution
• Built-In Wi-Fi
• MotionflowTM 120Hz Technology
• Energy Saving Switch

I’ll start this review now but maybe update it in future months, as I’ve noticed that the real test of any HDTV is how well it performs after it’s a year old. As it is, we’ve had our NX700 for two months now, and I’m very pleased.

Some other reviewers can probably judge picture quality better than I can, and that’s fine. I researched enough to know that this Sony model generally gets high marks for its picture. Someday I’m going to try out some picture adjustments I found during my research - but for now, it’s still on its factory settings, and we all agree that it looks great for the kind of viewing we do.

What made me pick this TV, and the reason I’m glad I did, are its capabilities for component connections and internet features, particularly how well it does wirelessly. This is our bedroom TV, a place where we want to minimize external components, wires, generally all A/V clutter other than this wall-mounted HDTV. So the more it can do on its own, the better.

I consider the following features of the NX700 most important. And I couldn’t find another HDTV in this price range that had everything below, besides other Sony models.

1) Analog audio out. Why is this so rare? The NX700 also has an optical digital audio output, but often the easiest way to bypass the tinny internal speakers (and all thin HDTV’s have tinny speakers, not just this one) is to run its audio through anything you have nearby - a set of computer speakers, boombox, whatever. It shouldn’t be a requirement to have a dedicated audio system near every TV in your house, you know?

2) PC (VGA) input. Most HDTV’s have these but some do not (like most Panasonics). The NX700 also puts an separate analog audio input jack right near this input for convenience. And it all works well, we’ve used it few times already.

3) Wireless internet, and applets for NetFlix, Amazon VOD, YouTube, Pandora, Slacker (and a bunch of others that we probably won’t use much if at all). Actually, this is the most meaningful feature of this TV for us right now, because we didn’t know what to expect from wireless streaming in a location that gets a somewhat weak signal from the router. On the contrary, this TV does just fine - we’ve been streaming Amazon VOD regularly now, and even took a chance on streaming HD movies. With those, we did have one instance where the movie stopped and restarted a bit due to a weak signal, but it was only for a few minutes, and then it was fine. I think streaming HD in wireless with current technology is going to be dicey at best, but considering our not-perfect router signal, I was impressed with what it could do regardless.

4) DLNA capabilities. I never set up a computer to be a DLNA server before, but I found the instructions online and did it in 20 minutes. It really was that easy. After that, the TV was immediately able to play my music and view some pictures, just the ones I had enabled DLNA access to. Now I have to spend some time figuring out how I want to use this feature, since I never expected it to work so easily.

5) Other connections. We need a combination of HDMI, Composite and Component video inputs for our living room TV, and this TV was initially set up there. The NX700 has 4 HDMI inputs, including one apparently for PC-HDMI (why would that be any different?), and we’re using two, plus the Composite and Component inputs. Other TV’s do have more inputs, or the same, but some have less - and that would be a deal-breaker for our living room TV. As it is, everything we needed to plug into this Sony got plugged in and worked. No unplugging over and over, so no hassles switching between sources.

6) Built-in QAM tuner. All things told, this didn’t work out to be a big deal after all. We’ll probably always use our cable box, but it’s nice to know there’s an alternative if the need arises.

I considered and compared HDTV’s in 37-to-42-inch sizes from Sony, Samsung, Panasonic and Toshiba. Sony had the only ones with every feature we needed. Also important is that it looks good off or on, and has some features you don’t really notice, like automatically adjusting the brightness based on the room’s current lighting. Again, I’ll hold off skywriting its praises until after it’s lasted for a few years but for the moment, I’m very happy we picked this HDTV.

Sony KDL40NX700 40-inch 1080p 120Hz LED Edge-lit LCD HDTV Overview

Featuring a stunning monolithic design with a unique six-degree tilt option, the Edge LED backlit BRAVIA® NX700 Series HDTV creates a remarkable sense of space by allowing you to position the TV at lower levels for a more comfortable viewing experience. Motionflow™ 120Hz refresh rate technology delivers smooth motion detail in fast-paced scenes while BRAVIA Engine™ 3 video processor produces superior, life-like image with amazing contrast and color. Integrated BRAVIA Internet Video and Widgets2, built-in Wi-Fi1, a USB input and LightSensor™ technology round out the feature set.

Sony KDL40NX700 40-inch 1080p 120Hz LED Edge-lit LCD HDTV Specifications

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Haier HL40XSL2 Black 40-Inch Ultra Slim LED 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV Review

Haier HL40XSL2 Black 40-Inch Ultra Slim LED 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV Feature

• 40-inch LED TV with ultra slim cabinet - depth less than 1.22-inches
• Full HD 1080p with 120Hz full motion; Dynamic contrast ratio 80,000:1
• 4 HDMI, PC input, 2 component inputs
• USB input for video, audio and digital pictures; Pause live TV with USB TimeShift
• SRS TruSurround XT Sound; Sound leveler with distortion control; 2×10W output

Haier HL40XSL2 Black 40-Inch Ultra Slim LED 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV Overview

The sleek design of the HL40XSL2 ultra slim LED TV by Haier will enhance your entertainment room. The ultra slim cabinet is less than 1.22-inches - significantly slimmer than the average LCD TV. You will enjoy full HD 1080p and fast response time which displays full-motion, fast-moving video without any blur. Enjoy the SRS TruSurround XT Sound with sound leveler and distortion control which offers exceptional sound without the bulkiness of home theater speakers. The HL40XSL2 has two component inputs and four HDMI inputs which provide a simple solution for high quality audio and video input. The USB input can be used for video, audio and digital pictures. Use the USB Timeshift to pause live TV. Included with the TV is a full function remote control and swivel stand.

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Vizio M370NV 37-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, Black Review

Vizio M370NV 37-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, Black Feature

• 1080p HD with Razor LED backlighting
• Less than 17″ (max depth 8.69″ with stand)
• 100,000 to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• SRS TruVolume and SRS TruSurround HD audio
• Ambient Light Sensing technology

Vizio M370NV 37-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV with Razor LED Backlighting, Black Overview

VIZIO’s M370NV 37″ LED LCD HDTV features full 1080p high-definition resolution with Razor LED backlighting for brilliant clarity in a razor thin design less than 1.17″ (max depth 8.69″ with stand). Includes SRS TruVolume and SRS TruSurround HD audio for advanced virtual surround sound, and exceeds Energy StarTM 4.0 guidelines to reduce energy consumption.

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