3 comments about JVC LT37X887 37-Inch Flat Panel LCD TV.

1. The picture is superb! Sound is very good. It's New Year's day and we had a party New Year's Eve with 22 adults. Almost all commented on how crisp and detailed the picture looked in HD. This includes my son who went for the 50" Pioneer plasma and my neighbor who has the 37" plasma from Panasonic. My son can't believe it's an LCD, the picture being so crisp and clear. No apparrent problems with "black detail" or blurring with fast action scenes. On Christmas Eve, we had the burning yule log on the screen with just music playing. When my wife first saw it, she thought we had a fire in the living room.
   
   Makes you wonder about all the discussion of Plasma versus LCD!



2. Before buying this JVC LCD TV I fell in love with its simple elegant and smart design, swiveling capability and stand design (the stand it semi-circular in the front so that when you swivel the tv screen side to side it never looks out of square (I think they have it backwards on this Amazon pages pic of it) Then I read the specs and worried about contrast ratio and motion until I went to best buy and there it was displaying the same fast moving program that another super expensive well known brand name lcd tv was playing and the picture was IDENTICAL for the exception that the JVCs design was much sleeker and sexier than the silver, grey and black well known brand next to it - and MUCH cheaper. It's been a few months and I LOVE it as much as the first day. Over the air hdtv signals are breathtaking, like looking through a window into reality of how clear and sharp. As for the two hdmi ports - I tested one for my computer with a cable (hdmi to dvi into my video card) and never went back to my normal monitor. I did 720p (1280X720and downscaled it with my video cards software (ati catalyst - ATI x700 radeon) turning out to be 1216X680 which fits perfectly onto the edges of the screen and is just the perfect size for text and incredible for pictures. I sit around three feet away. There is absolutely NO TRUTH whatsoever that when you use such a large screen you see the pixels! The quality is very comparable to a computer lcd screen just larger and more vivid colors. Also this is using the hdmi to dvi - not the pc port on the tv. The pc port on the tv looks worse and you can't enable widescreen on windows. By the way, I have this model but in 40 inches not 37.



3. Check your return policy carefully -- you will want to avoid having to deal with the manufacturer's warranty at all costs. I have the larger model of this television. Though the picture quality is good, I have found it to be overshadowed by (in my opinion) very poor customer service at JVC. I quickly realized after purchase that my television was defective; six months later it is still defective, and JVC has been less than helpful in facilitating repairs.

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5 comments about Samsung LNS5296D 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV.

1. I purchased this set back in December. The day I got it I noticed clouds that become very apparent when watching dark scenes in movies. It was very patchy and distracting. These clouds are the result of too much light leaking through the screen on certain parts of it and they really stick out when you turn the lights off and watch dark movies like "Batman Begins."
   
   More technically, this clouding-effect is known as "mura."
   
   Some websites suggest that massaging the screen with a cloth will help clear up the problem. I tried that and the problem got worse. This is a solution not found on Samsung's website or in their manual. They have not acknowledged this problem and they do not have any solution for it.
   
   I called Samsung about the mura. They sent a tech out and the tech said it was a problem with the screen. I had the set exchanged. I got it last week and it also has a problem with clouds, and it was worse than the last set.
   
   I made the decision yesterday to take the set back and I got it exchanged with a Pioneer plasma display and, so far, I am VERY happy with it.
   
   I am not the only one who experienced this problem. If you check out the forums on [...] you will discover personal accounts of people who also own this set who are experiencing mura. These people also post pictures of this problem so you can see it for yourself. In my view, this is an unacceptable defect for a TV of this price.
   
   This TV could have been a good one. It produces an outstanding high-definition picture that made me very happy, it has lots of useful inputs, and it is aesthetically pleasing. It's too bad that this defect with the screen ruined the entire purchase. It amazes me that Samsung is still ignoring the problem.
   
   On a sidenote, Sony has a line of Bravia TVs that use the same panels that Samsung put in their 96D line and customers of those sets have also reported problems with mura. Please be advised that this is a widespread problem, yet Sony & Samsung are not acknowledging it.
   
   Hopefully, if you buy this set, you will have better luck than I did. To be honest though, it's not worth the risk. If you get this set, and you notice these clouds, you will have to go through the headache of either returning it or trying to get a replacement set that does not have this problem. Either get another set or wait for LED LCD which is coming in five months.
   
   LCD TV is great for smaller screens, but it has not yet reached the level of quality for big screens that Plasma is enjoying. If you want a big-screen flat-panel that is 42" or more, then go plasma.



2. After months of research, I finally pulled the trigger on this baby in early Jan 07 (wanted to have the Superbowl in HD). Like most out there looking for a TV with these specs, I had it down to the Sharp and the Sony. What killed me was that out of every 10 reviews I read about those 2 brands, 3 were horror stories. Sharp with banding issues, sony with clouding issues... what to do? I suppose its true that any manufacturer can have lemons but id heard precious little going wrong with the Samsungs.
   
   I have to say Im very happy with the set. Picture (I have HD DTV) is truly spectacular. (I cant beleive what I was watching before compared to this).
   
   Now although I realize I cant compare this tv to my previous due to them being apples and oranges, Im very happy with both the picture quality and sound. The look of the tv doesnt hurt either (very slick).
   
   Im very pleased that I did not get a lemon (although I did by the warranty just in case)... I bought it through Amazon for 3500$ with delivery and had it in 3 business days delivered by Fed Ex freight. I was shocked at how fast I got it... its taken weeks for me to gets books but here a 100+ lb tv gets to me on Wed and I ordered it online the previous Sat night.
   
   Overall very pleased with Amazon and Electronics express and Samsung. Would recommend this tv and vendor.
   
   Good luck.
   
   J



3. What a great picture! We have a 42" LG plasma that we love and we were worried that an LCD picture might not hold up to our standards. We were wrong, this TV is awesome. Gaming mode (xbox360) looks awesome, although both Ps3 and xbox don't have any games that truly take advantage of the 1920x1080 resolution. We hooked up our Mac mini to this thing and now have a complete entertainment system. Really excellent value for the money, Samsung got it right this time.



4. We initially purchased a 50" Samsung plasma. We live in Denver and could not stand the buzzing the TV constantly made. After the Samsung repairman came out and told us that's just how it's going ot be, we took it back to the store and exchanged it for the Samsung LCD. This TV is simiply amazing. I have not noticed any clouding and I watched The Matrix the other night. Also, we have it above the fireplace with a large sliding-glass door about 6 feet away; there is no glare at all. I'd recommend this TV for sure, you shouldn't be disappointed.



5. the tv is sharp looking and picture is very good, plenty of inputs and mounted easy on wall, good overall value, the only negatives I see are high-end plasmas have richer colors and handle fast moving frames better (I have a pioneer elite plasma from which I'm referencing from)

5 comments about Sony Grand WEGA KDF-42WE655 42-Inch LCD Projection Television with Integrated HDTV Tuner.

1. We've owned ours for a little more than 2 years and now the blue blob is spreading across the whole screen. This tv is garbage. I will never ever buy another Sony product again.



2. This was the greatest TV for three years (which appears to be a long life for this TV [kdf42we655]). About 3 months ago, blue dots began to appear, followed by blue haze areas on the right hand side of the television. I almost bought a replacement bulb (thinking that was the problem), but evidently the problem is caused by an optical device that costs as "little" as $700 and as much as $1,200. The repair bill would another $300. If a recall was ever needed, it's on this TV and the other model that has the same problems. It really pains me, that Sony is taking their unhelpful approach, because this TV was incredible for the price for almost three years! Even though tube-tv's are bulky, they did last for twenty years. Reliability will always be better than thinness. Do not buy this TV.



3. My last Sony TV was a 1985 XBR which lasted until just past 2005. Thus my expectations were set when we started shopping for a new TV.
   
   The KDF-42WE655 had a beautiful picture for a little over 2 years, and then blotches began to appear. The screen is now unwatchable, and the cost to repair is about the same as buying a new TV. Avoid this TV.
   
   I am astonished that Sony would not stand behind their product for what is clearly a design defect. Sony is apparently not the company they once were. We will be looking elsewhere for a replacement.



4. My tv just started getting those blue streaks on the tv. If you HAVE A 2004 model of several of these tv models they will fix the optical block and repair free of cost. I'm not sure if they'll cover the diagnosis but its on sony's website.
   
   [...]
   
   Models: KDF-42WE655, KDF-50WE655, KDF-55WF655, KDF-60WF655, KDF-55XS955, KDF-60XS955, KF-42WE620, and KF-50WE620
   
   As technology evolves, Sony continually looks to stand behind the reliability of its televisions. It has come to our attention that a limited number of Grand WEGA rear projection televisions (models listed above), after a period of time, exhibit blue dot or star pattern on the screen.
   In addition, for any customer who later experiences this issue on one of the affected models, Sony will cover the cost of the optical block repair (parts and labor) at no charge through December 31, 2008. All other terms of the Sony limited warranty continue to apply. Sony utilizes a network of hundreds of qualified independent third-party servicers to perform in-home television warranty service. Sony, through its authorized servicer network, will endeavor to repair your set within 30 days of your first contact. For diagnosis, warranty service, or if you are not provided a repair within 30 days, please contact Sony at (888) 649-7669.



5. For about a year and a half this TV performed very well. It had a crisp, brilliant picture and more than justified the cost. Then blue blotches started to appear on the screen. I checked the Sony service website, which said that that there would be extended coverage for problems with a blotchy picture, but only certain *kinds* of blotches.
   
   There are apparently two design defects with this unit. The first defect has something to do with a defect in the LCD array itself, which caused picture elements to bleed into each other, and the second defect is that the sealing fails on the image box, allowing dust into the unit where it bonds with the LCD and creates a blotchy effect.
   
   The first defect (I'm told) is covered by Sony extended warranty. The second is not. After paying $100 for an "evaluation" which took less than a minute, we were told that the issue with our TV was not covered. We were then given an estimate to fix the unit that was slightly more than the cost to replace it with a better TV.
   
   If I'm reading the Sony service notice correctly, the image box problems apply to all Sony Grand WEGA televisions, so I'd have to recommend that you avoid any of this line of TVs.
   
   What's more upsetting is Sony's refusal to own up to what is clearly a design defect in these units. Anyone can make a mistake, but the real test of a company's ethics is how they deal with it, and Sony seems to have really dropped the ball on this one.
   
   We were early adopters of many Sony products -- the Beta video format, the Sony Discman, (I still have a D7 and it still works) the 8mm format, memory stick devices, the Sony XBR line of televisions, and Sony stereo components. At $2,499, this TV was the biggest ticket item we have ever purchased from Sony, and they let us down. Perhaps Sony is not the company they used to be.
   
   We are currently looking for a replacement TV, but we are not considering Sony, as it would be financially irresponsible to throw good money after bad.
   
   The other thing that bothers me is that this 18-month-old TV, being junk, not worth fixing, is destined to become landfill, along with countless other Sony Grand WEGA televisions that died long before expected, are not covered and cost more to fix than to replace. That is very unfortunate.

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5 comments about Sony Bravia S-Series KDL-40S2010 40-Inch LCD HDTV.

1. Excellent product. No complains. Strongly recommend.
   Eagle shipping is also very good. They delivered the TV and took away all packaging boxes.



2. TV: Since this TV replaced a Sony XBR with 1080i resolution, the picture quality we see is only slightly better. Also, I have not noticed the clouding problem that many other buyers of other S series models had problem with.
   
   Good:
   - very good HD pictures
   - color & brightness when using HDMI input
   - sound quality is much better, could be due to HDMI
   
   Bad:
   - the response (switching between inputs, volume change) is way too slow, even compared to a much cheaper brand LCD we have.
   - there is no way to skip the coax cable input which we don't use.
   - no picture in picture (I knew this before buying)
   
   
   Delivery: very bad experience
   The delivery was late and it cannot be considered "white glove" because all the delivery guys offered to do is to hook up the TV at the nearest outlet in my living room to prove that it was not dead. Secondly, it took over a week (half dozen email/calls) to get Amazon to agree to their policy (that because of the late delivery, return shipping should be paid by Amazon), which also meant that I could not refuse the shipment and ultimately hooked it up while getting this resolved. Oh yes, they offered a $15 coupon and are yet to respond to my final comments on this experience after four days.



3. I live in a rural area, and could not get any store to deliver a television to me. Even delivery companies would not deliver a television in particular. Amazon came through with shining colors. The delivery was prompt - understand that the delivery company will CALL by telephone for an appointment. I waited for an email for longer than I had to prior to checking my phone messages, whereupon I found the Television waiting to be delivered. The service was very good, if not "white glove." The delivery man offered to help me take the television inside, which was nice - but he's certainly wasn't familiar with the television set, and so I didn't want him to hook it up.
   
   The television arrived in in perfect shape, and performs spectacularly.
   
   Why this set is special:
   
   - Picture quality is superior coming from this television's image processing software.
   
   - Exterior of the television is matte black, not reflective lacquer like Samsung and Sharp. That reflection is distracting from the picture.
   
   
   Looking at this sony as well as a Sharp and Samsung that had better specs on paper (higher resolution), this television's picture quality was superior. The Sony has better image processing software/hardware built in so that it "cleans up" standard input signals AND cleans up compressed mpeg image quality (from less-than-perfect DVD's). That really made the difference in my purchasing decision. The numbers alone don't tell the whole story. When researching HD Televisions, be sure you check the type of input and ensure that the settings on the television are calibrated to that input. This is where Sony really excels.
   
   Another commenter mentioned that standard DVD's looked better after purchasing an "upconverting" DVD player. This is very key. The one that I have found to be close to perfect is made by Oppo :
   OPPO DV-970HD Up-Converting Universal DVD Player
   
   The connection by HDMI is also key. A lovely signal transmitting through a mediocre line is wasted.
   
   Still, as with any HD television, the connection between the two machines must be made carefully. When I changed the output of the DVD player from 480p (standard DVD) to 720p, the image quality improved RADICALLY. - Then I looked to ensure that "noise filtering" was off (default setting is "low" ) - and once turned off (no need to filter a gorgeous signal)... the picture is flawless - well as close to that as I need. The good news is that one can save settings for a particular input. So that once you set your settings for the DVD player, you aren't required to adjust them again. Though, DVD's vary and changing settings accordingly may do some good.
   
   The control menus are easy to navigate, and after a few minutes of figuring, one will be very comfortable trying this setting or that.
   
   Overall, the television and the delivery were both superlative.
   
   I couldn't be happier.



4. This was by far the BEST Picture on the Showroom Floor and got it for $1200 clearance at BestBuy! When I got home I thought that the Picture would suffer as I only have a Standard Antenna to pick up local Stations. However, I was amazed at the picture and brought in my Nieghbor whom works for verizon on the Fiber Optics line. he stated that there is no better image engine then what the Sony Bravia Creates.
   -
   Summary: BEST LCD TV for the Money! Hands Down.



5. We love this TV. I bought a Sony rear projection 60" for my family room about 4 years ago and have never regretted it. So naturally when it came time to buy a big one for the bedroom, we upgraded in technology and stuck with Sony. When you're spending this much on a TV, pay a little more for the best. I research all my high ticket purchases so I expected the quality to be as good as it is. We don't have it hooked up to surround side or an HD box and you'd never know it. The picture is crystal clear. We've had the tv for about a year and no complaints yet. We feel like we're at the movies when we lay in bed.
   
   It is also very light and thin. I am a 125 pound woman and I can lift it myself. Perfect if you have the wall space but don't want to take up too much room.

1 comments about Panasonic TH-58PH10UK 58" Plasma HDTV.

1. This 58" 720p panel is rated #1 by Consumer Reports, and is far superior to its closest competition which is Pioneer and Samsung. Right now this TV is a bargoon for people who plan to use a satellite tuner or cable box/DVR, and you will find the Split Screen/PIP feature to be a great option that is not included in Panasonic's 58PZ700U/1080p model for twice the money so thats a nice bonus. However, what this unit is missing are the HDMI inputs, which two (2) are included in the up-rev'd TH-58PH10UK"A" model. What you get with this monitor are only BNC Component, VGA, and composite inputs with 2 empty slots to upgrade with very expensive Panasonic blades to provide the HDMI/DVI inputs that you need.
   
   Now a word about 720p vs. 1080p.... no argument here that 1080p is superior, but if you research the difference in these two designs you will find there is an "optimal" distance from the TV that allows you to enjoy and actually see the benefits of the 1080p picture. For a 58" plasma, the THX recommended distance is .....drum roll please.....5 1/2 feet! Other distance calculators you find on the web will put the optimal viewing distance for 1080p at 6.5 feet, and the max distance at 9'. Before you spend the extra money on a 1080p set you may want to check your living space to make sure your room will allow you to sit close enough to take advantage of the extra resolution provided by the new 1080p format.
   
   Another thing to consider is this.... right now cable/satellite HD programming is delivered in stunning 1080i. If you've seen these broadcast signals in your own home then you already know they are spectacular. The likelihood of future 1080p broadcasts is very slim, too many technical hurdles to clear relative to bandwidth and this would also require the cameras at source to be upgraded so the obstacles are many. I seriously doubt you'll see any change in the current format for another 10 years at least so that leaves us with the only 1080p medium today, other than vedieo game platforms being BluRay discs, which are double the price of standard DVDs which can be upconverted rather inexpensively to 720p/1080i. So, there are a lot of considerations on where best to spend your money. Personally, I opted to buy this 58" plasma for all the reasons above, and I don't need the stand or tuner so it was sort of a no brainer. Plus, I already own two Panasonics, one being the 42" Professional model so I know what I can expect. And those of you worried about reliability....don't. Panasonic has the best record of service and reliability in the business, and my first 42" model has been in continuous service for 4 years without missing a beat, and the picture is still just as crisp without a hint of burn-in.
   
   One more note... if you're not using a home theater setup and don't plan to mount this tv on the wall, you will need the optional speakers and stand. If you are a smart shopper you can find them at reasonable prices on the web.
   
   And finally, if you are down to an LCD vs. Plasma, a 58" plasma is going to win that battle everytime. If you're going smaller, then an LCD may be a better choice provided the refresh rate is fast enough to prevent ghosting. Thankee.

3 comments about Mitsubishi WD-52628 - 52" 628 Series rear projection TV ( DLP ) - widescreen - 1080p (FullHD) - HDTV.

1. First, off, I have spent a long time researching as well as have returned several TVs for various reasons, and I finally settled on the Mitsubishi 52".
   
   I chose this TV for several reasons. First, the 52 inch screen is large enough for what was looking to get out of a big screen TV, but it's compact enough to fit a 50 inch tv stand (49.6 inches width). We had an entertainment unit that has a base of 50 inches and were contstrained by the size. If size wasn't an issue I would have had a tough time choosing b/w the Sony 50 inch SXRD and the Toshiba 56 inch tv, but both those two would not have fit. Secondly the 628 model (compared to the 627) has more evenly distributed light so you won't get the darkening of picture as you move out from the middle of the screen. And lastly, compare this picture to any of the other brands, and it is either equal or surpases any of the other 1080p TVs. I was surprised to see the Samsung 50 inch got some very good reviews, but if you put that TV and the Mitsubishi next to each other it's not even a close comparison. Sports captions (i.e. the score or names that show up on the screen) are considerably more crisp on the mitsu. I like brighter pictures as well, and this just seemed to pop out compared to the other brands.
   
   Overall, if you are in the market for a 1080p TV, this is by far a great choice. If size is not an issue, I loved the Toshiba 1080p as well. If price isn't an issue the Sony SXRD is great, but I did notice that when a very fast image crosses the screen, it did have a tendancy to freeze up a little. Not sure if that was just the signal or the TV, but I did not notice that with the Toshiba or the Mitsu with the same signal going to the TV.



2. We bought this set as a family Christmas present in 2005. It was deliverded just in time for college football at New Years. From the get go it has been difficult to work with. First getting a HD cable box from cable company took two weeks. Second, the picture kept going in and out. After many visits by cable company and the company we purchased it from it was okay. After this the picture once again began jumping in and out - cable switched out box which seemed to help. Next at about five months the projector bulb went out. Thankfully the sales person had highly recommended their in-house extended warranty which paid for it. The only problem was it took over a week to get the bulb. The current situation is at least once per week the TV has to be rebooted (unplug for 5 minutes) to clear a channel changing issue (picture goes to all gobbledy gook). Now waiting on company we purchased from to contact Mitsubishi to get to root cause of problem - cable or TV? 10/5/06 update - now have had to replace optical engine (heart of set). This set is completely unreliable - would not wish it on my worst enemy. 9/5/07 update - now the card reader to display digital camera photos does not work.



3. We bought this tv 2-2006 and as of 3-2007 it has been in the shop 3 times. the optical engine has been replaced twice as well as just about everything else in the set. now the hdmi module is gone. if it wasn't for the warranty the set would have cost us over 3,ooo dollars to fix. this is the last repair as the warranty will soon expire. we have had other mitsubishi sets without this problem. don't know what to get when this set goes which will probably be soon. aside from all the hardware issues the color sat on this tv is too intense.

3 comments about Viewsonic N3751W 37-Inch LCD HDTV.

1. I use this primarily as a computer monitor, but it also has a nice TV display. Analog to Digital conversion is bad for DVDs and console gaming systems, but I run DVDs and such through my PC. Absolutely beautiful!
   
   The menu is also a little frustrating... not many options. Volume control is slow, and the mute feature puts an ugly icon on the screen. Minor.
   
   Overall, it's a great picture for a good cost.



2. Viewsonic makes an amazing LCD TV. Colors are deeply saturated and very bright (though still natural looking). This widescreen model shows how far LCDs have come. Speakers are located on bottom of screen. TV tuner easy to use with included remote. Several different connection on back add versatility. This is an excellent med-res HDTV. Price is a bargain.
   
   You can directly connect your PC to this model through its VGA port, but it makes a better TV than a PC monitor. It is heavy, the stand does not adjust much, and while pictures look great from across a room small text is blurry up close. Would work great for kiosk displays.



3. Owned TV for 2 months i yr warantee. Remote broke (always had trouble with it) Called and was helped after 45 min wait - they gave me case # and said I needed to call parts department to order - NO SUCH PLACE. They gave me a fax #. I have been calling assistance every day since. I just put my phone on speaker, call number and wait. After 1/2 to an hour they will answer and say they will transfer me to parts - Then phone goes dead - this been going on for 4 days. I tried emails - my email to parts was sent back - saying they changed how to email them - tried new email address and it does not work due to my security level - I took off security - still does not work. Try before you buy - Viewsonic assistance 1-800-688-6688. Good luck

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