Sharp LC42XD1E LCD TV Review
May 16, 2007
Sharp LC42XD1E LCD TV impresses us with its beautiful piano black, glossy frame, superb picture quality and attractive price adding great value for our money. Its excellent specs, HDTV compatibility and nice sound quality are quite amazing, and most importantly the stunning picture details and good black levels make it one of the best LCD TVs among the 42 inches LCD display. Whether it is DVD or Blue ray disc or HDTV broadcast, this LCD TV presents faultless display with as much HDTV features as possible.
Main Features:
- Screen size 42”
- Native resolution 1920 x 1080
- Aspect ratio 16:9
- IDTV Freeview DVB tuner
- Response time 6 ms
- Brightness 450 cd/m2
- Contrast ratio: 1200:1
- Viewing angle 176 degrees
- Picture-in-Picture feature
- Two SCARTS inputs
- Two HDMI sockets
- One AV input
- One PC input
- Two speakers with 15 W output
- Nicam A2 digital surround sound system
This LCD TV offers the best possible picture when you wish to view High Definition sources as it has a native resolution of 1920×1080 resolution. The display is faultless with pictures looking crisp, clear and sharp. It is a good idea to tweak the various picture settings provided in this LCD like brightness, contrast and colour temperature settings to get the optimum picture quality from this LCD. In addition, there is also a provision for controlling the backlight to reduce the noise levels.
Usually the great specs ensure the optimum picture quality. The contrast ratio of this TV which is 1200:1, offers good black levels. The shadow details while this LCD displayed dark scenes are impressive and there is no sign of graying to our surprise.
Of course, this LCD TV has the best possible response time (6 ms) among the high end LCD TVs. Indeed, there is no blurring to fast moving objects. A very quick response time ensures that fast movements as in sports broadcast look natural.
Again like typical high end LCD TV, Sharp LC42XD1E LCD TV offers you a variety of input options. There are two HDMI sockets for viewing HDTV content either from DVD or HDTV broadcast. You may also use two SCARTS, AV input and component inputs for accessing standard television sources, but the picture quality is not so impressive as that of HDTV. The computer input, though it not RGB enabled, is useful and you can view multimedia content on the wide aspect format.
The Nicam A2 digital surround sound system produces some awesome, admirable sound quality. To enhance the sound effects, you are provided with an audio output which can be connected to your home theatre speakers.
Sony MFM-HT205 LCD TV Review
May 14, 2007
Sony MFM-HT205 LCD TV is marked by its beautiful design. With the grey-coloured bezel and hidden speakers on the bottom panel, it weighs just about 8 kgs. It has come with an adjustable table stand, which can be tilted 20-degree backward for optimizing viewing angles. This LCD TV is also designed to perform like one of the best computer monitors. Almost all adjustments – right from the picture adjustment buttons to buttons change the TV channels , the PIP buttons, the input switches and sony’s ErogBright settings – can be found on the right panel of the bezel.
Main features:
- 20” screen size
- 15:9 aspect ratio
- Native resolution 1,680 x 1,050 pixels
- Contrast Ratio: 1600 : 1
- Brightness: 470 cd/m2
- Response time of 16ms
- Built-in SRS WOW surround sound effect
- Built-in NICAM Multi- System TV Tuner
- Picture-in-Picture feature
- Two S-Video inputs
- Two Composite inputs
- Analog RGB input
- One computer input
Sony MFM-HT205 LCD TV has a native resolution of 1,400×1,050 pixels. The pictures produced by this LCD look sharp and well-detailed. Accompanied with nice black levels and vivid colours, the picture quality is quite perfect. In terms of sharpness and colour accuracy, Sony MFM-HT205 has very few LCDs to compare with. The overall picture performance of Sony MFM-HT205 is impressive and breathtaking. This LCD has one drawback – it has not come with HDMI socket – so you need a set-top box to view HDTV or digital cable channels. However, the inbuilt SDTV tuner (NICAM Multi- System TV Tuner) is one of the best inbuilt tuners we have seen. It enables you to watch SDTV sources with utmost clarity and sharpness. For this, you don’t need any set-top box whatsoever. Furthermore, you have been provided with a few options to change the aspect ratios to suit the screen of this TV. The input and output options are plenty in this sleek LCD TV. The inputs are nicely assorted so that you can find them easy to manage. There are one digital DVI port, a coaxial port, two composite ports, and two S-video ports. The RGB enabled computer input helps you to hook your pc with this LCD. The audio features of this LCD are equally nice, enjoyable and captivating. The MFM-HT205 has an inbuilt subwoofer speaker system which produces excellent audio output with its two speakers. Compare this LCD TV with Bush 15W08 LCD TV.
Samsung LN-T4665F LCD TV Review
May 12, 2007
Samsung LN-T4665F is a 46” flat panel LCD TV which produces crystal clear images with true black levels and impressive colour saturation. Apart from its rich blacks and razor-sharp images, the wide viewing angle of this LCD also needs a special mention. The off-axis viewing allowed by this TV is remarkable. The numerous connectivity options available in this LCD strengthens its versatile use. Last but not least, the availablity of numerous picture controls is very impressive.
Main Features:
- HDMI 1.3 enabled 46” LCD
- Native resolution 1920×1080 pixels
- Screen aspect ratio 16:9
- 10-bit video processing
- Dynamic contrast ratio up to 15,000:1
- Response time 8 ms
- Five colour temperature settings
- Four aspect-ratio settings
- Three HDMI inputs
- Two Component video inputs
- Two S-video inputs
- One computer input
- USB port
- Two speakers with 10 W output
This LCD TV looks a bit shiny – right from its screen to its black frame which surrounds the screen. It’s true that the shiny screen tends to cause glare but the black glossy frame gives an elegant look. Certainly, the design of this LCD TV is one of its special features. The speakers are hidden in the side panel where you can also find a S-video input and A/V input. This unit has come with a swivel base which you can tilt to suit your viewing position. On the rear side, you can also find many sockets like HDMI, Component input, USB etc.
Samsung is a full 1080p LCD TV which means its screen has the highest native resolution (1920×1080 pixels). The pictures look exceptionally sharp when you use full HD video material, say, a Blue ray disc or HDTV broadcast. However, it can accept pictures of any resolution – 720p or 1080i or SDTV- from DVD or TV channels and enhance the picture quality by using its scaling technique to produce the clearest, brightest and sharpest picture. The picture quality is exceptionally outstanding with its nice black levels thanks to its 15000:1 dynamic ratio. The dark scenes had marvelous shadow details capturing subtle nuances. It is quite noticeable when you place this TV in right light condtions as its glossy screen tends to reflect more light in ambient conditions, so you need to place it in a little dark room to enjoy its excellent black levels. The colour reproduction is also excellent thanks to its 10-bit video processor. The pictures looked breathtakingly beautiful with true-to-life colours. This 46” LCD TV has a decent response time of 8 ms, and we did not find any fault with the fast movements on the screen as they do not exhibit ghosting or artifacts. In fact, they looked smooth and realistic. When we tried to find out what picture settings and other settings are available with this TV, we were indeed impressed by the numerous customizing options. There are three picture modes with basic picture settings like brightness, contrast, colour etc. What’s more you can also adjust backlight source, a feature you cannot find in other LCD TVs. Similarly, there are five colour temperature pre-settings which enable you to choose precise one based on ambient light conditions. While the standard aspect ratio of this LCD is 16:9, we also have four options to convert the picture to different aspect ratios. Likewise, the noise reduction settings available in this TV were also simple and quite commendable. There are plenty of input options available in this LCD TV. There are three HDMI inputs which enable you to access HDTV broadcast or HDTV materials from DVD. In addition, there are two component video inputs, two S-video inputs, two A/ V inputs and a PC input. There is also a USB port for connecting USB devices, while your PC can be hooked to the RGB computer input available in this TV. Finally, the audio features produced by The SRS TruSurround sound system too are quite impressive. The power of two side speakers is quite awful with nice levels of treble and bass effects. To conclude, Samsung LN-T4665F LCD TV is certainly one of the best among the latest LCD TVs that have been recently rolled out. Well, in terms of rich black levels and overall picture quality, we can safely say, it is really unbeatable. Compare this LCD TV with Samsung LN-S5296D 52" LCD TV.
PHILIPS 32PF9641D LCD TV Review
May 11, 2007
The new Philips 32PF9641D LCD TV has been introduced in the market with a range of highly advanced features and the sleek and trendy design of this new model of LCD TV has made it look very popular. The sound effect produced by the device is also very striking. The impressive good quality images and the superb sound effects have made this new TV a very popular one. This new HD Ready television has the capability to display high definition signals. The device supports stereo sound effects that allow the sound to come through 2 channels producing good sound effects. The sound system is supported with Dolby surround systems. The integrated audio decoders are virtual Dolby surround sound and Dolby digital. Picture in picture feature allows you to view multiple channels at the same time. The display of the new Philips 32PF9641D LCD TV also is very striking. The television has integrated the flat tube technology in it to produce flicker free images. The display of the television has a screen size of 32 inches. The display supports a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. The flat screen delivers the images with unimaginable clarity and sharpness. The display of the television has provided with the wide screen with the format of 16:9 and a standard format of 14:9. The supported contrast ratio of the device is 6000:1. This new digital TV supports a range of enhanced connectivity options like HDMI and SCART. The device also supports a USB port. The other striking features of the television include progressive scan, which has the ability to generate the pictures as that of a computer screen. The device also has an inbuilt digital TV tuner for receiving digital broadcasting. The tuners that are integrated include NTSC, PAL and SECAM. It also comes with the support of digital comb filter feature.
LG 32LB1D LCD Review
May 10, 2007
The LG 32LB1D LCD television has availed with high quality sound systems. The device is present with stereo sound system. The stereo sound system allows sound to come in through 2 channels offering good sound effects. The sound system has availed with virtual surround effects and it also supports Dolby stereo sound effects. The sound system is present with the ability to produce 2 x 15 watts of stereo sound. The device also supports SRS TruSurround XT and BBE sound effects. The LG 32LB1D LCD television has added up with the options of various zoom functions. The system also supports various advanced features including progressive scan feature. The display of the television supports a contrast ratio of 1600:1 and the supported display resolution is 1366 x 768 pixels. The monitor is of type liquid crystal display that has a screen size of 32 inches and this TV has integrated the tube technology that promises flicker free images. The wide screen format of the screen is 16:9. The brightness supported by the device is 500 cd/m2 and the viewing angle is 178 degrees This is an HD ready TV that means that it can broadcast high definition signals. The device also features an inbuilt digital TV tuner with free view. The device also supports digital noise reduction feature. The other special features supported by this new TV include picture in picture feature that allows multi channel preview. NTRSC play back, sleep timer, Zoom and more. This new LCD TV also features a range of advanced connectivity options like Phono output, three jack component video input, S-video connectivity, SCART inputs, composite inputs, HDMI and more.
