No comments about Samsung LN52A530 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV.

No comments about Samsung LN37A530 37-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV.

5 comments about Samsung LNT5271F 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV.

1. I never regrets this purchase, though it is too early to say what it would be in the long run. I had an extensive research before going for this product within my budget. though the item was from the warehouse, it had all it's new look and also it came with new literature.



2. We've had our Samsung for 9 months. Two months ago, we noticed a black vertical line on the screen. It started out small - but has now grown to be almost 1/2 of the screen. Has anyone had similar issues? We are calling Samsung, but have not been given a comfortable feeling on either replacement or ?? This is still in warranty.



3. The TV has not worked properly since the second month. There are these dead gray pixels on the left hand side of the screen. Changing the panel didn't fix the problem.
   
   First, Samsung tried to fix it but couldn't. Then they tried to exchange it but ran out of their TV stock. Now they've been trying to issue a refund but can not seem to move the process along.
   
   The refund check has been AP posted since August 6th but a trucking company has still not contacted me. Customer service doesn't give me more information except to wait more time.
   
   The customer service is so inefficient, slow and unhelpful.The exchange process has been going on for 4 months and is still not complete. No idea when they will pick up the old TV and issue a refund check. Bad product, horrible support.



4. Bought TV less than 1 year ago. It died 2wks ago. It's still under warranty. Other than wait longer, Samsung has not been able to tell us what's wrong, when it will be fixed. Poor customer support, inferior product.



5. Had this TV for six months now. Just as many of the other reviewers have said, the picture and clarity of this TV is unmatched. You are just going to be blown away by the colors, brightness, and overall picture quality, hands down.
   
   I'm convinced that this 120hz technology is nothing more than a marketing gimmick. It just doesn't work. The screen gets all choppy and studders when it kicks in and is extremely distracting. I've contacted Samsung and installed the latest updates but it just flat-out doesn't work. Luckily, I can turn it off and the LCD's infamous "motion blur" doesn't bother me anywhere near as much as the 120hz fiasco.
   
   In the end, I would say buy the plasma. You'll save yourself enough money to buy a blu-ray player, a ton of movies, and a lifetime of popcorn and you'll get a comparable picture quality without the motion blur.

1 comments about Vizio VO22L 22" Black LCD Flat Panel HDTV.

1. I am very happy with the picture quality and reception with this TV. I only have a basic rabbit ear antenna on it and the HD channels are great. It was easy to set up. There are a few cons 1) the stand is very short. 2) The remote is poor. The sleep timer function is buried in the menu. The shape and feel are boxy and uncomfortable.
   If you are wall mounting and using a "universal" remote, you will love this little TV.

No comments about JVC LT32P689 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV with iPod Teledock.

2 comments about Sharp LC37SB24U 37-Inch 720p LCD HDTV.

1. This is my first purchase of an HDTV after doing some extensive research. I probably should have waited for a sale, but I could not wait. This Sharp is a newly released (2008) model that is very nice for just being a 720p HDTV. (I will buy a fancier 1080p/120Hz t.v. later when I have more money).
   The (37") size was just what I needed for a nook above my fireplace.
   
   The picture in the store at the local wally-mart was horrible! I was comparing a Vizio and this Sharp side-by-side and the Vizio was clearly brighter & text was much sharper. I then realized that the Vizio was connected via component and the Sharp was connected via co-ax. Make sure that you are comparing apples to apples! I played around with the menu all to no avail in clearing up the Sharp when I realized the cable input type.
   The picture is fantastic for OTA (air) HD and SD DVD using S-video. I am not much of a gamer so 2 HDMI inputs were sufficient. It has a digital audio out as well as standard composite and component connections.
   It has PC input (D-sub); I haven't tried it yet, but I wish it was DVI instead...
   
   The remote is basic/non-light up. But very simple to hold and handle. The menu is very easy to decipher using a remote. At the store, I was using the buttons on the top of the T.V. and it was very annoying. Still, I managed to figure out all the menu items. I love the fact that they have descriptions for the menu item changes on screen, so I don't have to refer to the manual all the time.
   Good overall purchase. If it is below 8 benjamins; this is a steal!



2. I've had mine about 30 days. The screen blanks out randomly about once or twice a day. Have to turn it off and on several times to get it to work. Tried to find a service rep on the Sharp web site and it is clunky beyond belief. It will not recognize querries for the product ID code [LC37SB24U] and doesn't display a service center locator. I had to call and found that the nearest one is hours away. It is a nice looking unit, but I already regret my choice as I had hoped for a lot more from the Sharp brand.

4 comments about Samsung LN40A530 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV.

1. I've had this 1080p/20000:1/5ms/60Hz LCD for a week and my initial experience is extremely satisfactory. It performs as advertised for HDTV, DVD, & PC (haven't tried gaming yet). Works great in a brigth room. No pixelation in fast scenes. Easy access menus. Plenty of inputs for my needs. Looks great.
   
   After offers and coupons, my total price at a local B&M store was $1,356 including the LCD, a sleek Samsung 1080 up-conv. DVD player, a 4-year extended warranty and taxes. Can't complain!
   
   Minor cons: Below average sound. Remote control must be carefully aimed at the front of the TV, very narrow angle of operation.
   
   Bottom line: If a 40-inch screen size is enough for your viewing needs, this unit holds its own against any other top competitor brands in this category.



2. Had this TV for about 1 month now. Got at BJs, delivered for under $1200. Set up pretty simple. I used the THX Optimizer which is found on most Lucas DVDs such as any Star Wars. So far, Id say the picture is great. Normal cable is what it is, its ok. But I have HD programming and a PS3, which I use for Blue Ray disks. HD looks great! Ive seen so many posts on the net that say 1080 on a TV less that 42 in is not noticable...well, thats BS. I can see a huge difference and the HD and Blue rays look very nice. Also, with 5ms response time, I have no blurring or ghosting when I game, and I play a lot of fast race games.
   
   Pros - Great picture and easy to set up.
   
   Cons - Only one so far is the remote needs to be aimed right at the TV or it wont work.
   
   If a 40 In TV will fit your needs( I have a 800 SF apt, and this TV is a perfect fit), you cant go wront with this TV.



3. Samsung LN40A530 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
   
   What a bargain. I went shopping for a Sony and ended up with this great TV. Everything is there for your needs. I have no reason to connect my laptop, but it will do that if you want.
   
   The picture is stunning. I compared this to the more expensive models in both Samsung and Sony, and didn't notice much difference.
   
   The sound is exceptional, so I don't run it through my system except for some movies. There are three energy saving modes. I have mine set at medium at night. If you have the setting off, it's brilliantly blinding! You need to have additional lighting on.
   
   A great value, great picture (5 ms), and great sound. The manufactures website hasn't caught up with certain stats, so don't rely on everything you read on there site.
   
   
   
   Why spend more!



4. I have this tv hooked up to a samsung blu ray dvd play and an xbox 360. i was impressed and it seems like a nice tv, but after playing some grand theft auto 4 and watching ironman on the tv i can notice the ghosting problem. during high action or faster moving parts you notice i can lose clarity, although its not to the point where it well bother you. i notice when im watching for it, when im just sitting back watching a movie its not that big of a deal. i do like watch NHL and CFL games so i am considering returning this product and upgrading to one with 120Hz. im not sure what i well do because this is a good tv for the price. in stores the ones that have 120Hz are about $400. so this is not really a review, im just letting people know that you may notice a ghosting problem, but its still a good tv.

4 comments about LG 47LG50 47-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV.

1. I've had great experience with LG products - so my purchase of a 47" Full HD set from LG seemed logical.
   
   The picture on my 47LG50 is terrific! Setup out of the box was very intuitive, although I would recommend that the set's picture be set to "standard" instead of "vivid" (torch mode is set by default).
   
   Even when powered off, this set is beautiful. Its piano black case frames the 47" screen very well, although it is more susceptible to fingerprints.
   
   The set offers three HDMI 1.3 inputs and more connection options than one would normally need.
   
   I couldn't give this set a stronger recommendation!



2. We priced many tvs and this one was the best bargain for the money! Like the previous reviewer stated, I couldn't give this a higher rating. It's a great LCD!



3. Although I did quite a bit of research before buying, I'm no TV expert so take what I say with a grain of salt. I may not be using something correctly or what not.
   
   A very solid 47" TV. Sleek styling, picture looks great, price was certainly right. I have experienced speakers rattling during certain programs and this is with the volume turned down well below it's maximum threshold. Menus are intuiative and coming off my 24" Sanyo Flat Screen Tube TV this is definately a dream come true. As long as quality holds up for the long haul, no question about this being a solid TV. I do have second thoughts about getting a 120 Hz TV as I primary watch sports. I can definately see the infamous "motion blur" during broadcasts, however I don't know that it's worth the extra $1000 or so for a TV that has the higher refresh rate. After much soul-searching I was able to come to the conclusion that I would be more upset if I spent $2500 on a TV, but you may have some thinking of your own to do if you want a lot of sports.
   If you're not looking to spend over $2000 on a big screen, then this a definately a good buy!



4. After having an LG47 LG50 LCD 80 days the picture goes out and after their tech replaced the mother boards the unit still does not work.It is now three weeks later and I want a new set and LG will not budge on this.They want me to miss another day of work so they can try and fix it again.This set is less that 3 months old.One day of lost wages and three weeks of paying for HD cable that I cannot get.B.S.
   DO NOT BUY LG PRODUCTS.
   
   L.G.= LAME GARBAGE

5 comments about Sharp Aquos LC32GP1U 32-Inch 1080p LCD Gaming HDTV.

1. I had to return my tv- it was dead when it arrived. when i phoned sharp, they said it happens all the time with products from Tiger Direct-
   STAY AWAY from TIGER DIRECT was their advise and mine!



2. This a great tv and the picture quality for HD channels is excellent. I also play my PS3 games with my this tv and I have to say that there is unbelievable sharpness with PS3 games. Overall picture quality and sound are great and the game button on the remote is very convenient. It helps while switching between game and tv programs. Setup was very easy with no hassel at all.



3. I found one dead pixel on this TV, but I guess if you don't want dead pixels then you have to test it in a shop and buy one in a shop instead of buying it online. I also found that it takes some for the grey-to-black, you can see ghosting effect. Also, consistent with the other reviews, it doesn't come with very good speakers, so better use some external speakers. I game a lot with my PS3 using this TV (the dead pixel still annoys me a lot, I guess when you get a Full HD you kinda demand perfection), and somehow it's harder to see the images when there's a lot of sunlight, requiring me to sit closer (and I have 25/20 vision). Overall, this is a good TV comparing price for price with other brands. With Sharp' new Kameyama state-of-the-art factory though, you'd think that they would have up-ed their quality a bit more.



4. We did not buy this Sharp Aquos because it is a gaming TV, but because we saw it next to TVs in the same price range at one of the electronics chains, and the Sharp picture blew the others away. Even though we knew we would save almost $200 buying the TV online, we were a little nervous about buying from TigerDirect through Amazon. We took the plunge, though, and the TV arrived in a matter of days in perfect condition. The set-up with our HD DVR was a little difficult, and calls to Time Warner weren't much help when the support person insisted the 480i showing on the DVR was the DVR model number. We finally went to Time Warner's Web site and found the information we needed to get the set up to maximum resolution. We have had the TV a couple of months now and are very happy with it. A word to the wise -- if your order with Amazon "suggests" you purchase a Bargaincell HDMI cable for an extra $1.98, pass on it. We ordered the cable, and the audio was nonfunctional.



5. This TV is phenomenal, the picture is incredible, it looks great and it's not that heavy. I have my PS3, X-box 360 and Wii all connected to this tv and it's so simple to switch in between them. I also used it as a computer monitor and Oh MY GOD! Counterstrike on a 1920x1080 resolution is insane! Probably the best TV I have ever owned. I also suggest getting 5.1 speakers for this TV because the TV has a problem with bass. It tends to overpower the speakers so get what I got, Logitech 5.1 Z-5500 =Amazing. I highly recommend it and buy it from NEWEGG it's 850 bucks in Total, fast shipping and great service.

5 comments about LG 47LC7DF 47-inch 1080p LCD HDTV.

1. I've had this TV for a couple weeks now, so although I cannot comment on the reliability of this TV, I can comment on its performance.
   
   When I was shopping for an HDTV, this was the least expensive HDTV that I could find in the 45"-49" size that would accept 1080p over VGA and component inputs (not common) in addition to HDMI. This included plasma TVs.
   
   Overall, the TV is very good in the $1500 price range. It has very good off-angle viewing for an LCD (something LCDs aren't good at). The black levels are average for an LCD, which most people won't have a problem with. With sports, I find that the TV does a very good job with fast motion. The only time I notice blurring or pixelation is when a logo/graphic moves across the screen (Fox does this periodically during football games when doing instant replays).
   
   I have not watched any HD-DVD or Blu-Ray movies yet, so I can't comment on how 1080p looks, but the picture quality with TV programming (720p or 1080i) is excellent. When watching standard def TV (480i), I find that the TV does a good job with scaling.
   
   For all you "green" people, you will like the fact that this TV is Energy Star compliant.
   
   Other comments:
   
   Remote/controls - The remote allows you to choose which input to display. This may not sound like much, but some TVs force you to go through each input in order if you want to change it. With this TV, you simply press the Input button, then use the arrow buttons to highlight which input to select. There is also a set of buttons (on/off, volume, channel, etc.) on the right-hand side of the TV. They aren't very noticeable, so they won't detract from the design of the TV, but are handy if you need them.
   
   Speakers - I find that the built-in speakers are average. If you need to turn up the volume (above 60), I find that the speakers don't get enough power, so you get some vibrating noise. This isn't a big deal if you plan on using a receiver and external speakers.
   
   Stand - The stand that comes mounted on the TV is very basic. It doesn't allow you to swivel, so turning the TV involves turning the stand as well.
   
   Color settings - The TV comes with four preset video settings, plus two custom ones that you can set. The default setting (Dynamic) is set too high and makes all programs look horrible (washed out and jaggy). I recommend using the following settings (which I found on AVSForum):
   
   Contrast 85
   Brightness 40
   Color 60
   Tint 0
   Sharpness 37
   Backlight 17
   Black level high (only available if using HDMI)
   
   cinime 3.2 mode - off
   aspect 16.9
   xd - manual
   xd contrast - off
   xd color - off
   xd noise - on
   color temp - user (all are set on 0)
   
   With these settings, the picture looks significantly better across all types of programming. I would recommend people use these settings as a starting point, then make their own adjustments. The default setting is too far off to watch any TV or movies (regardless of the source resolution).
   
   Another nice feature is each input has its own distinct video setting. That means that the video settings for the Component 1 input can be set differently from the HDMI 1 input. This is nice because you may find that you like different settings depending on your video source. For example, I like using the Dynamic for my Xbox 360, but for cable, I use the above settings.
   
   Documentation - The TV comes with a printed booklet, which is more like a "quick start guide". It also comes with a CD which contains the PDF versions of the owner's manual. Despite it being 113 pages long, it doesn't do a very good job describing the different settings that you can change. It simply lists the different options.
   
   Packaging - LG does an excellent job packaging this TV. It's in a normal rectangular cardboard box (like most HDTVs). The difference, however, is that you can take the sides and top off when unpacking the TV... kind of like taking the cover off a dessert tray. This makes removing the TV from the box a one-person job. Although relatively light (about 83 lbs with the stand; 70 lbs without), I still recommend having another person when lifting the TV.
   
   Connections - 1080p is supported over VGA, HDMI and component. The main connections are located on the back of the TV, which you then can route the cables downward. There are also a set of inputs on the left-hand side of the TV (USB - for photos or MP3s, S-video, composite).
   
   Firmware - Many TVs offer the ability to upgrade the firmware simply by downloading the update from the manufacturer's website onto a USB memory stick. Unfortunately, I have no idea if this TV offers the same functionality. The manual doesn't state anything, and I wasn't able to find any information on LG's website. My guess is that it doesn't support this, but I have not verified this with LG.
   
   Tuner - This TV has a built-in ATSC/NTSC/QAM tuner, so if you want to, you can simply connect an external antenna (e.g. "rabbit ears") to get over-the-air (OTA) digital signals (including HD). I tested this functionality, and it comes in very well. The downside with OTA signals is that if the signal isn't strong enough, you will notice pixelation or freezing. This is normal with digital programming, because with digital... you're either receiving the signal or not.
   
   Here's a link to LG's website for more info on the TV. You can find the specs for this TV and the owner's manual here.
   
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2. Overall, this TV is great; offering 3 HDMI ports, a RGB VHS port, 2 component video ports, etc., it's clearly not lacking.
   
   I'll only delve into what I *don't* like about this TV.
   
   1) Aside from a component and S-VHS port on the side of the TV, everything's on the back. If you are using the TV on a table, this wouldn't be a problem. But if you want to wall-mount, if say your buddy brings over his XBOX360, unless it is one that supports HDMI (and you have an HDMI cable into say your DVD player), you'd have to unmount the TV, hook up an HDMI cable, re-mount the TV. Is it the end of the world? No, but it is a definite pain. Especially considering there are other TV's which have the hook-ups on the side (likely for this very reason).
   
   2) In certain cases (very dark scenes), the TV has almost a 'milky' looking background. It's hard to describe, and I likely wouldn't have even noticed it, until I saw a review on another forum complaining about this. Is it an actual defect? I don't know -- I haven't contacted LG (yet), as it rarely exhibits itself, but when it does, it is annoying.
   
   3) As noted above, it has 3 HDMI ports. UNFORTUNATELY, if you want to use a Harmony remote, you can only program it to 'directly' connect to HDMI1 or HDMI2, NOT HDMI3. I've attempted to work-around this, but have had only limited success. (I could alternatively program the remote to navigate input selection differently, but that would result in increased time to switch to a port.)
   
   Those are really the only two *bad* things I have to say about this TV. Otherwise, it's great. Note that I'm not an expert by any means, and clearly the source used to feed it can also have a direct impact (I use a PS3 for Blu-Ray, HD-A2 for HD-DVD, a NAD T-534 for SD-DVD, and Comcast HD Digital Cable).



3. A word of caution to those considering to buy this television (which I do recommend, it is a great TV at a great price), the wall mount suggested by amazon.com (Peerless ST650P Tilting Wall Mount for 32" to 50" Flat Panel Displays) IS NOT COMPATIBLE with this particular TV.



4. If you are considering this TV, it means you are probably looking for the best bang for the buck. I shopped months before making my decision and, although my original choice was not available, this LG has been GREAT. These are the high points:
   
   Great Price
   Great system options with all of the possible connections
   It has a backlight control (for the wierdos who need "pure blacks")
   1080p looks great on it (I use Comcast Cable and Sony PS3 Blue Ray)
   Speakers work good
   It offers a better viewing angle than most other LCD sets I shopped
   So far (6 months), I have had no problems
   
   I can tell you that once you get 1080p, you will only look for accesories with HDMI connections. I currently use all 3 and 1 one of my component connections. I have a Wii connected by components, and my cable box, PS3, and home theater are connected with the 3 HDMIs. I chose to use the stand instead of wall mounting because a stand makes it much easier to get to the wires in the back, but I don't think it would make a difference unless you have more than 3 HDMI devices.
   
   I chose LCD over Plasma because I was worried about burn in from all of the sports and video games I enjoy. By the way, ESPNHD and PS3 looks awesome on this TV. I will say that non-HD programs don't look so good on the set, but who wants to watch non-HD stuff on a 1080p set anyway? I would definitely buy this set again knowing what I now know about it.



5. While 1080p for this price is a decent value, there are significant drawbacks in picture quality. The black levels are not as good as more expensive brands or plasmas, which impacts movies and cable the most. The backlight is REALLY strong and gets really flashy/painful when bright scenes are suddenly displayed, like commercials. DVDs and Blurays look good but not great due to the black levels; I found the XD engine helpful for movies but it also distorts the overall picture in my opinion. Games look great on this tv; the notorious motion blur on LCDs is still present but not very noticeable/distracting. Overall this is a solid purchase but probably not the best, be sure to shop around for other brands/deals before settling on this one.