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Toshiba 22LV610U 22 Inch 720p LCD TV with Built in DVD Player Black
Toshiba 22LV610U 22 Inch 720p LCD TV with Built in DVD Player Black
Movie night doesn’t get much simpler than the 22LV610. The ideal space-saver, it offers a stunning LCD HDTV with a built-in DVD player. It’s the all-in-one solution with a convenient, sleek cabinet. The built-in slot-loading DVD player, with easy-to-access operation buttons, has a convenient space-saving design. Built-In ATSC/NTSC/QAM Digital Tuning allows for tuning of standard cable Channels as well as off-air digital broadcasts, in addition to digital “cable-in-the-clear” broadcasts. Official DivX Certified means it plays all versions of DivX Video including DivX 6 with standard playback of DivX media files. Contrast Ratio – 800 – 1 Viewing Angles H/V – 170/160 Cinema Mode 3 Mode Picture Size Adjustment Dolby Digital/DTS Compatible V-Chip Tri-Lingual Select, Multi-Subtitle Select, OSD Language English/French/Spanish Remote Control Unified Playable Disc Types – DVD/DVD-R/DVD-RW/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/VCD DivX Home Theater Certified 1 WMA Playback1 MP3 Playback1 Digital Picture Zoom HDMI Digital Input – 1 ColorStream HD Component Video Input – 1 S-Video – 1 VESA Mounting Pattern – 100 x 100 mm Unit Dimensions with stand – (WHD) 21.65 x 16.03 x 8.15 Unit Dimensions without stand – 21.65 x 14.81 x 2.63 Unit Weight – 13.4 lbs
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Great value-great TV
I bought this TV for our bedroom; it replaced an old cumbersome set. We have cable, so we are thrilled to be able to get most programs in either analog or digital format. I note the sound is not as loud in the digital programs; however, it is more than adequate for bedroom use. I love being able to play DVDs on the set, and the clarity and color are certainly great….in my opinion! The set would be a little too large for use in my kitchen, but it is great for the purpose for which I bought it.
5 Stars High Quality For My Uses
It’s the only TV in my small apartment – a larger screen would overwhelm both room size and wall hangings. Don’t let the low pixel count scare you off; AT THESE DIMENSIONS picture quality is high. Sound quality is good for voice. As for music. it’s hardly in a minor league team for my table-top BOSE.
3 Stars Perfecet for Harold Lloyd fans
A number of reviews of this TV focus on the lack of audio volume. I ordered the TV assuming that these people were simply fussy. In fact, they are spot-on. The TV is awfully quiet. That said, it’s still lightweight, has a good picture, etc. So if you’re willing to hook up external speakers, or watch silent movies (or if you live alone) – go for it!
5 Stars Toshiba 22lv661ou 22 inch lcd tv ,dvd ,combo
I have been using this tv almost every night and day ,I am pleasantly writing this review at 6 AM lying in bed ,,,The TV is Mounted on the wall about 40 inches above my bed ,in direct eye contact level ,and I have my IBM Laptop connected with a 15 ft cable and the switching between the TV,,ComputerMonitor ,and dvd player is very simple , The unit even plays DVD G discs which are Karoke disk with grafics to read the song words across the screen.
I mounted the unit on the same bracket that I had my 15 inch lcd mounted and it works fantastic . Toshiba 22LV610U 22-Inch 720p LCD TV with Built in DVD Player, Black]]
4 Stars Enjoying my new flat screen
The new flat screen is a trim addition to my TV viewing experience. Good picture quality and less space taken up on the cabinet top. Have not tried the DVD player yet but it appears to be a great way to have a 2 in 1 experience.
Sharp LC22SB27UT 22 Inch LCD HDTV Black
Sharp LC22SB27UT 22 Inch LCD HDTV Black
Sharp Aquos LC22SB27UT 22-Inch LCD HDTV is a widescreen HDTV LCD TV that provides a slim design, high definition TV solution with a distinctive small foot print. It features a high-performance LCD panel for high brightness, a high contrast ratio, low-reflection glare protection and wide viewing angles. The LC22SB27UT includes ATSC/NTSC tuners to receive off-air broadcasts as well as digital cable QAM capability to receive non-scrambled digital cable programming. In addition, the LC22SB27U is PC compatible and is an HDTV monitor for greater versatility. As an HDTV monitor, it is compatible with all 1080i and 720p signals from HDTV sources.
User Ratings and Reviews
3 Stars Cannot access WXGA configuration from PC
I used LC-22SB27U TV on a couple laptops, the WXGA modes cannot be activated. I only have 800×600 and 1024×768 choices. Sharp customer service says the video card should take care of this. But why other HDTVs don’t have this issue? One of my computer video card is Mobile Intel(R) 945 Express Chipset on Dell D620.
4 Stars A very nice picture, and easy to use
I’m very happy with my new Sharp. The picture is very nice, it was easy to set up when I received it (didn’t even open the manual yet), and the remote control was thoughtfully designed. I just hooked it up to a regular TV antenna bought at the dollar store, and it picked up all the digital channels in my area with no problem.
The only thing I don’t like about it is that the sound isn’t rich like on my old-fashioned TV. I haven’t tried hooking it up to a computer yet, or a DVD player, so can’t comment on that. It’s a good buy, especially for the price.
1 Star A Dog
I was very disappointed in this set. I have 3 other Sharp LCD’s and purchased this one for the kitchen. Could not adjust the “haze” out of it.
I had bought a 22″ Samsung and was going to take it back if this one worked out glad I waited to return it. The Samsung had a much better picture.
Toshiba 26LV610U 26 Inch 720p LCD TV with Built in DVD Player Black
Toshiba 26LV610U 26 Inch 720p LCD TV with Built in DVD Player Black
Movie night doesn’t get much simpler than the 26LV610. The ideal space-saver, it offers a stunning LCD HDTV with a built-in DVD player. It’s the all-in-one solution with a convenient, sleek cabinet. The built-in slot-loading DVD player, with easy-to-access operation buttons, has a convenient space-saving design. Built-In ATSC/NTSC/QAM Digital Tuning allows for tuning of standard cable Channels as well as off-air digital broadcasts, in addition to digital “cable-in-the-clear” broadcasts. Official DivX Certified means it plays all versions of DivX Video including DivX 6 with standard playback of DivX media files. Contrast Ratio – 800 – 1 Viewing Angles H/V – 160/150 Cinema Mode 3 Mode Picture Size Adjustment Dolby Digital/DTS Compatible V-Chip Tri-Lingual Select, Multi-Subtitle Select, OSD Language English/French/Spanish Remote Control Unified Playable Disc Types – DVD/DVD-R/DVD-RW/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/VCD DivX Home Theater Certified 1 WMA Playback1 MP3 Playback1 Digital Picture Zoom HDMI Digital Input – 1 ColorStream HD Component Video Input – 1 S-Video – 1 PC input VESA Mounting Pattern – 100 x 100 mm Unit Dimensions with stand – (WHD) 26.81 x 20.23 x 8.93 Unit Dimensions without stand – 26.81 x 18.52 x 3.91 Unit Weight With Stand – 19.4 lbs.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Toshiba 26 Inch LCD TV with Built in DVD
TV arrived in excellent condition. It was easy to set up and is very attractive. Excellent picture and sound.
5 Stars Excellent LCD combo
I do not have any negative feedbacks on this product. This is a good LCD combo. Since there are not many on the market. I am not expecting excellent sound nor picture, it just looks fine and it is ok for my daughter’s bedroom.
4 Stars Good HDTV/DVD player, especially for the price
This TV is very simple to use. Take it out of the box, turn it on, auto search channels, change picture mode to “Movie” and you have a decent TV. It sounds a little better than most HDTVs, but you buy an HDTV for the picture. If you want HDTV sound, you have to add a multi-speaker home theater system. The picture is good with “Movie” setting. Out of the box it resorts to “Sports” setting that is just awful. I even tried it with an HD football game and it blurred the grass. Picture suffers from some motion blur, but IMO all LCD TVs have motion blur. The remote is very intuitive – you can change aspect ratio on the fly. QAM tuner works well, so it plays nice with cable.
The DVD Player is what sets this combo TV apart from the pack. It upconverts DVDs and Divx beautifully. That’s right it plays Divx!!! It also plays CDs, VCDs, Picture CDs, and multitrack WMA CDs.
This TV would be great for anyone building a home theater system in a confined space or confined budget. Thinking dorm room, first apartment situation. The built in DVD/CD player could be hooked to any home theater receiver with speakers via Digital Component Out.
3 Stars Toshiba Audio Issues
Great TV except for the audio is just not that loud. Even all the way up it just is hard for me to hear.
2 Stars Pathetic Sound quality
Picture quality good, DVD combo seems to be having issues , but can manage.
The Sound is horrible , even with the maximum volume you can not enjoy a movie.
Not worth paying around 400 for this.
Sony BRAVIA W Series KDL 52W5100 52 Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV
Sony BRAVIA W Series KDL 52W5100 52 Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV
Packed with innovative features, the 52″ Class BRAVIA W Series incorporates the latest in HDTV performance into a slim and stylish design. Personalize your entertainment experience and access the latest news, weather, stocks and sports information with BRAVIA Widgets. You can also stream on-demand entertainment including hit movies and TV shows with BRAVIA Internet Video. Additionally, the W Series comes with the newly developed BRAVIA Engine 3 for enhanced overall image detail and Motionflow 120Hz refresh rate technology for a crisp, more natural viewing experience while watching fast-paced scenes. HD input x 7; Four HDMI inputs S-Force Surround Sound Dolby Digital Power Requirements (voltage) – AC 120-240V Power Consumption (in Operation) max. – 300 W 24p True Cinema Audio Power Output – 20W (10W+10W) VESA Hole Pitch – 300×300 M6 (wall mount optional) Includes TV table stand ATSC/NTSC tuner with QAM In the box – Remote Control RM-YD027 Batteries (Type AA x2) AC Power Cord (separate) Operating Instructions Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card Table Top Stand (attached) Unit Dimensions – 48 7/8 x 32 3/8 x 14 1/8 inches (with pedestal), Weight – 65.9 lbs. (with pedestal)
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Great TV for the Price! Very Happpy!
I received the KDL-52W5100 about 2 weeks ago. It replaced a KDL-52V5100 that I got in March, which replaced an older Sony Hi-Def LCD rear projection 1080i model (KDF-60XS955). The KDL-52V5100 was great at first, but it had a very annoying dimming problem that Sony eventually fixed with a firmware update. The problem was that the firmware update then broke the audio for me. The audio would cut out a few times a night on all HDMI inputs. Tried new cables, new Dish receiver, everything. They finally, after weeks of fighting with them, sent me another KDL-52V5100 which then had the same problem. Sony was very good about taking care of me with these issues, once I got a hold of the right person. Before that, they give you the run around and are willing to let your brand new TV sit in a repair shop for weeks while you wait for it. I will be keeping the contact names/numbers/email addresses for future reference. It’s amazing how fast your problems get addressed when you email the Vice President of customer service for North America directly at his actual personal email address! 
They finally, just 2 weeks ago replaced it with this TV. The KDL-52V5100 had a great picture (when I wasn’t having problems with it) but this TV performs very noticeably better! I have used it with an XBOX360, a PS3 and with Dish Network Hi-Def receiver/DVR. The standard def is better than most of the other LCD’s I looked at but as with all you can see the flaws of the SD picture. This one looks better than most for SD though. It also doesn’t have the HDMI color space issue that the KDL-52V5100 had with my XBOX360. I have it set to Y’CbCr and it looks AMAZING! The PS3 also looks INCREDIBLE! This TV had all the features I wanted and has delivered higher performance and picture than expected. This TV does have noticeably better picture quality than the V series. The contrast is better (possible due to the Bravia 3 engine as opposed to the Bravia 2 engine in the V series) and there are more advanced features for scene selection and other video options. Plus the Xross media bar menu system is WAY better than the plain generic menu in the V series. It looks to be more customizable. The internet connection, DLNA and widgets are just a bonus for me. When I received it, it already needed a firmware upgrade which very conveniently upgraded right over the internet rather than having to use a flash drive. Because of that I can’t comment on issues with the old firmware. The stand is average size but I wish it swiveled. The TV is not too heavy. The appearance is very sleek, it appears less clunky than the heavier V series and I like the option to have the Sony logo glow. It’s pretty cool. The one thing I was worried about was the fact that it has an 8-bit LCD panel, rather than a 10-bit panel. I was really worried it would have banding or “paint by number” effects. I picked up a copy of Digital Video Essentials (DVE) HD Basics on Blu-Ray to calibrate the TV and to my surprise it included a test for checking for slow processing and for color banding “paint by number” effects. This TV was able to reproduce a perfect gradation in both color and gray scale with ABSOLUTELY no banding or “paint by number” effects whatsoever! I was really impressed. According to DVE an 8-bit panel should be able to do this as long as the processing board is fast enough and good enough quality. These problems are more due to the processing than an 8-bit panel according to DVE. The 10-bit is not necessary if you have adequate processing. After more research I have found that, that is why most higher end manufacturers, like Sony have started using 8-bit panels again in most but their very high end models. After calibrating this TV with DVE the picture is far better than I had ever hoped for, with great black levels and extremely vibrant, true to life color. The off angle viewing is exceptional. The picture morphs a little from extreme side view due to the flat screen, but the contrast and brightness even from almost sideways is awesome! On the last note, the Dish Network receiver/DVR looks great as well. Any problems with the picture was due to the signal from the satellite and not the TV itself. All the HD channels have some compression and it shows, but wouldn’t matter how good the TV is for that. DVD, Blu-Ray, XBOX350 and PS3 have absolutely the best picture I have seen on any other LCD. They only thing that could be as good or better is Plasma, but I really wanted a Sony and they only make LCD’s now. I am very pleased with my purchase and would highly recommend this TV for anyone. The matte finish is great as I have a lot of ambient lights and side windows in my living room. The only other TV I was considering was the Samsung and the highly reflective, glossy screen just would not work for me. Other than that, the Samsung has a great picture too. I mean Sony uses Samsung panels in most of their TV’s, so…
5 Stars Best 52″ TV for the price
Just got it about 4 hours ago and this completely beats out my old 32″. First off, the border around the TV is thin which I find GREAT. It doesn’t draw your eye to it like larger glossy finishes. Out of the box most of the settings are very good, a few tweaks is your more techy tho. The speakers do pretty good as well, not surround sound but as close as it gets. I haven’t set up the internet yet tho. Still need to buy a wireless bridge, which might be the only thing I found wrong with it. But that may be stretching it. A definite buy!
1 Star Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
I purchased a Sony KDL-46XBR4 LCD TV in Feb. of 08. This May, 3 months after the warranty expired, the screen started flickering and was dark in spots. After 30 minutes of warm up the screen would appear normal. I contacted Sony support. They had me unplug it, wait 1 minute and plug it back in. They said if this didn’t fix it to contact one of their repair companies in the Austin area. The repair company said it would cost $1400 to $1700 to repair. For this kind of money I could buy a new TV. Maybe M. Barnes can get the contact information for the VP of Customer support. Buyer beware!
5 Stars EXCELLENT CHOICE FOR 52″ LCD
FIRST OFF, I’M NOT AN AUDIOPHILE OR VIDEOPHILE. I’M INTELLIGENT, CONSERVATIVE AND WANTED A MEDIUM PRICED, GOOD QUALITY LCD HDTV. I WAS NOT CONCERNED ABOUT ALL THE FRILLS ON THIS TV EVEN THO I WILL OF COURSE UTILIZE SOME OF THEM. I WANTED A TV WITH A SMALL FOOTPRINT FOR IT’S SIZE, EXCELLENT RESOLUTION, GOOD SOUND QUALITY EVEN THO IT IS HOOKED UP TO A BOSE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM. I FOUND THE SETUP WAS CLEAR AND EASY. TV GUIDE SETUP A BREEZE. THE PICTURE QUALITY IN HD IS FANTASTIC. I COULDN’T RATE IT HIGHER! I FOUND THE BLURRING ISSUE MINIMAL WHILE WATCHING SPORTING EVENTS (FOOTBALL & BASEBALL). I WAS ALSO HAPPY THAT IT HAS THE UPDATED BRAVIA ENGINE 3. I MADE A WISE CHOICE WITH THIS TV AND I AM VERY PLEASED.
4 Stars Great LCD TV, with a major design oversight
I just bought this TV last week. I’ve been in the market for a 52″ LCD HDTV for about a month, and ultimately chose this model for several reasons: (1) Based on my research, Sony and Samsung are the top brands. I ruled out Samsung after realizing that none of their 2009 models (B line 5, 6, 7 series) come with S-video input for some unknown reason. The 2008 models (A line) had them, but not in 2009. I have older equipment that defaults to S-video output, so for me having an S-video input is very important. Also, 3 of the 4 HDMI ports are on the side, and since I’ll be wall-mounting the TV, I think easy access to the ports is very important, too. (2) Between the Sony 52″ models, there are 5 selections: S, V, W, Z, XBR. The W is neither too low-end (it has Bravia Engine 3, unlike the S or V which only has Bravia Engine 2) or too high-end (120Hz is good enough for me, Z and XBR are 240Hz). It is the smallest in dimension, with the thinnest bezel. It comes with DLNA and Internet support, although I don’t see myself using the widgets that often (because I have it hooked up to a Mac mini anyway), having the capability to connect to network greatly increases the value and flexibility of it.
Overall, I’m happy with the TV. The picture looks sharp, the colors are gorgeous, and setup was easy. Once on the network, it found a firmware update to fix some known issues so that was very easy.
Then, yesterday, I discovered a major design flaw in it. I was hooking up an indoor digital antenna to the TV, and looking for a signal strength indicator so I can best position the antenna. To my disappointment, I couldn’t find it in the owner’s manual, so I called Sony support. I was told that it does not have a signal strength indicator. I find it absurd that a $2000 TV with built-in HD receiver does not include such a critical feature. Samsung T260 LCD HDTV (~$350) has it, and EyeTV 3 software even announces the signal quality every second while I’m up fine-tuning the antenna position.
I hope Sony recognizes this inexcusable oversight and corrects it in a future software update.
Sharp LC46E77U 46 Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV Black
Sharp LC46E77U 46 Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV Black
The AQUOS E77U series sets a standard for large-screen flat-panel TVs. With full HD 1080p resolution and an elegant design, this series produces a breathtaking picture quality that is second to none. The E77U series utilizes Sharp’s proprietary advanced super view superlucent/TFT panel with spectral contrast engine XD, providing high contrast ratio, 4ms response time and wide viewing angles (176?H x 176?V). In addition, E77U models include 120Hz fine motion enhanced for the ultimate in fast-motion image processing. This model is HDTV with built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuners and includes 5 HDMI inputs, compatible with 1080p signals, and 2 HD 1080p component video inputs. The E77U series features a sleek piano black cabinet with subtle recessed bottom-mounted speakers. The included table stand features swivel capability for viewing angle convenience, and is also easily removed for wall-mounting applications.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Bargain winner
Just purchased this gem a few days ago and its performance has been spectacular. Setup was quite easy and multiple tweaks allow you to view the picture according to your individual taste. Blu-ray movies are as clear as you could possibly want, and baseball and football games on high def cable are equally enjoyable to watch.
With this set, you don’t need to spend big bucks to obtain superior performance. It’s a bargain winner.
5 Stars Several pros, some cons.
I got this LCD to replace an Aquos 42D65U; mainly because of my old set lacked a 10-bit panel and 120Hz video processor, features that are present with this set.
I am kind of picky regarding features and while some people might think Im a bit exaggerated regarding details this review is to address anyone whom needs to know specific details to help to decide about getting this set.
PROS:
-There are a lot of options in the menu that let you fine-tune the calibration of the image. If you own a calibration DVD or Blu ray you can easily achieve a perfect image and color balance that can also be tweaked to your personal taste.
-Input lag in GAME Mode is practically inexistent; I read that some brands have severe input lag while other brands also offer some sort of GAME mode to reduce such lag, but after personal comparisons SHARP manages it better.
-120Hz processing gives you a very smooth image and not as exaggerated as displayed by other brands and also NO artifacts!
many people turn this option off because it sometimes look unnatural, and I agree. Watching a movie that looks like a soap opera its not cool and sometimes it looks just plain silly and eerie, but this set manages it without going to the extreme and looks smooth and natural…and you can just turn it off if it bothers you.
Also note this: NO artifacts!
CONS:
note: I repeat, Im picky, maybe you wont notice these CONS and if you do you may not give a lot of thought to it as they are not catastrophic faults.
-that 10-bit panel promise of smooth transition between colors is not quite true. While it certainly alliviates some instances of color transition, that step between different shades of the same color are still present, not a deal-breaker issue, maybe you even havent noticed it.
-Light Banding, If you dont know what banding is, dont look for it, dont go fishing for problems. Old Aquos set had this problem and VERY more noticeable than it is in this set; also not a deal-breaker but mildly annoying if you look for it and visible only in specific panning scenes.
-Transitions of skin tones in faces sometimes look a bit posterized, or softened. Im stubborn and picky I want to see the pores on averyone faces, be able to count the eyelashes! But if you watch TV from the recommended distance then its absolutely no problem and also it might be a matter of personal taste for some people since professionals recommend to set the sharpness of the picture at low settings. Turning down the Fine Motion and dejudder settings dont alleviate this issue, but as I said, its only somewhat visible in skin tones at close-ups, otherwise the details of objects are spot-on.
MOVIE and GAME modes are my recommended settings since I found both DYNAMICs, STANDARD, PC and USER modes more of a chore to calibrate and ultimately pointless since movie/game work perfect for me.
The picture is gorgeous, Blu Ray movies look amazing and both Xbox and PS3 also have excellent image quality and no lag. The price is really accesible compared to other brands and it might not have LAN connectivity or included content as weather widgets or cooking recipes as competing sets but you might already have several devices that offer those functions and its not a big deal.
So if you are disappointed in looking around the web or forums for those very specific details regarding this LCD I hope this helps you.
4 Stars It’s good “out of the box” but not perfect
I decided to take the plunge and get this TV after my last TV (a HDTV CRT) had its tube burst on me this summer. My requirements were pretty straightforward:
- 1080p (have to be future proof)
- 46″
- 120Hz or greater refresh rate so I don’t have to deal with blurring when I’m watching sports
I’m happy with my Sharp LC46E77U with one exception: I think I’m seeing some blurring. Not a lot of blurring by any means, but I wasn’t expecting any blur from a 120Hz TV. To be completely honest with you, I’m not sure if it’s due to the broadcasts I’m watching or the TV causing ghosting effects, but it is a little bothersome right now.
The TV is great for almost all my daily viewing needs. We’ll just have to see if the small amount of blur bothers me during football season.
4 Stars Very fine TV
Quality
I had another LCD Sharp for four years before this one. That one has survived two cross-country moves and the pixels are still perfect. My feeling is that Sharp’s panels tend to have fewer dead pixels than their competition. Also, there are many fewer complaints about the sets suddenly not turning on after two months (in stark contrast to Samsung). So I regard Sharp as a high-quality but relatively cheap LCD TV maker.
Picture
The picture quality is fine (I’m not a videophile) and HDTV really is lovely. Imagine being able to see the food served on the Food network… to say nothing of a football or golf ball. I like the 120MHz motion de-juddering, but I have it turned to low rather than high. It really is quite unnatural in the high setting – everything looks like an episode of the Teletubbies. Maybe I’ll get used to it. The “OPC” thing is annoying, but you can turn it off and/or stop the little leaves from appearing every thirty seconds. I think it has something to do with dynamic contrast, which takes the ambient light in the room into account, but I can’t be sure. Suffice it to say, the picture is pretty good.
Sound
Also fine – how loud do you want it? Actually, the bass is a little overdone, but I’ve hooked up a soundbar and everything sounds great now. Nicely enough, this set acts a bit like a receiver: all my audio signals get channelled into the TV through HDMI connections and then I use a digital audio output to send it to my soundbar. I don’t need multiple wires to connect my soundbar. I thought that was a nice feature.
Set-up
Easy. Clear manual. Good menus. Functional remote control (which also operates my other Sharp TV and looks almost identical!).
Why buy?
The styling is fine. It’s not as thin as the latest Samsungs but it’s only 40 lb (that’s considerably lighter than last year’s D85U, which this replaces) and the design works well.
It’s energy efficient. Again, only the much more expensive Samsung LED-based LCDs are better, but they don’t have even lighting across the whole screen. Oh, there’s a Philips Eco-TV, too, but I never saw that in the shops.
It’s high quality and does the job. Basically, it’s a brand name product with the latest technology at a no-name price.
Why only 4 stars?
I wanted an LED set! No, seriously, this is a great TV with plenty of inputs (9 by my count, of which 5 are HDMI) and it’s energy efficient and light enough to transport or wall-mount. It’s not the lightest or the brightest or the loudest or the fastest, nor is it the cheapest, but it’s a good compromise on all those things.
5 Stars Very pleased with our Sharp LC46E77U HDTV
We have had the LC46E77U for about a month and we are very pleased. We have the LC46E77U hooked to a Tivo HD box and digital cable. The combination is a true joy.
Setup is very easy. I really didn’t have to do much. Setting up the picture was surprisingly simply… the picture was practically perfect out of the box. We have a 26″ Samsung HDTV and setting up the the picture on that TV took a lot more tweeking. The controls were easy enough to use and I had a picture I was happy with in no time. The Tivo set up the channels for me, so no fuss with that.
I have the LC46E77U set to adjust automatically to the picture source and all HD and SD channels are clear and proportionate with side top bars where needed and the picture is never stretched, deformed or unclear.
HD channels are stunning. Very sharp, colors are just right. I have noticed that the quality of HD content can vary depending on the source. Some content seems to be shot and/or processed by better equipment. The very best HD content looks almost 3D. Series Equator and Planet Earth are so clear and vivid that I can’t take my eyes off of it… and that’s just on cable. I haven’t even tried Blu-ray yet.
Sports on the LC46E77U look fantastic. I wanted the 120Hz feature for this reason and it doesn’t disappoint. It’s baseball season (the greatest sport ever invented) and it looks wonderful. I’ve seen some car racing, Tour de France and X-games and they all made me feel like I was right there at the event. I can’t wait for football to start!
SD channels look very good. Of course we are hooked on the HD channels, but when we do need to watch something which is SD, it’s really pretty good.
Viewing angles are very good and screen glare reduction is good. I have a sliding glass door in the room which is very bright in the morning. This is the only time I see reflections and they are not that bad. My old tube TV was much worse. The LC46E77U can automatically adjust to the light in the room and this seems to work well.
Sound is OK. I didn’t expect much from a flat panel TV since the speakers have to be pretty small. There’s really nothing wrong with the speakers; they are loud enough and don’t sound tinny, but they do not have a very rich sound. I have the TV’s analog audio output going to a pretty old stereo and the sound is quite good. I’m sure it would be even better with the optical audio output hooked to a more modern sound system, but I’m happy.
Watching DVDs with a Phillips DVD player which upscales to 1080P looks as good as the HD channels from cable. I don’t have a Blu-Ray player but it’s hard to imagine that it would look much better than the upscaling DVD. I think I can wait for the Blu-Ray prices to drop some more before going that route.
I have hooked a Macbook to the LC46E77U (via an HDMI to DVI-D cable) and it is amazing. The LC46E77U uses the full 1920×1080 from the Mac. We ran slide shows of our digital photos off the Mac and we were blown away by the perfect quality of our photos displayed on the 46″ monitor. Photo viewing will never be the same at our house.
The cabinet is very attractive and well built. The gold champagne accent at the bottom of the bezel is subtle and nice. The swivel base is very handy if you want to reach around the back hook up an input.
There are plenty of input and output connectors on this TV. I can’t imagine anyone would have a need for more. Having several connectors on the side is very nice.
Overall I am very pleased and really can’t think of anything negative. For the price, quality and features, I don’t think this set can be beat.
