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Hitachi 55HDT52 Introduction

Hitachi’s 55HDT52 55″ Plasma HDTV utilizes the most advanced plasma technologies to produce a truly cinematic home viewing experience. The new Hitachi VirtualHD-1080p II video processor technology ensures a sharp, smooth and seamless image every time by analyzing and optimizing each frame.

Hitachi 55HDT52 Design

Monitor Only Dimensions:
Height: 33 1/8″
Width: 59 1/2″
Depth: 4 1/4″
Weight: 139 lb’s
Monitor With Tabletop Stand
Height: 36 3/4″
Width: 59 1/2″
Depth: 17 3/4″

Hitachi 55HDT52 Features

768p High Definition Display
High-Aperture Pixel Design
High-Contrast Black Rib Structure
Pure HDTV Blue Phospors
VirtualHD 1080p II Video Processor
Anti-Reflective Glass Screen
Quick Start Seamless HDTV and NTSC Tuners

Hitachi 55HDT52 Performance

When content from film is sent to your home it requires processing that can cause picture noise or distortion. VirtualHD technology reduces this noise to a minimum, recreating the smooth curves and high fidelity image of the original film source. An advanced technique, dynamic histogram processing, digitally maps the incoming signal to optimize on screen contrast, color and sharpness

Whats included in the package

HITACHI 55HDT52 55-IN UltraVision CineForm Plasma HDTV
Remote Control
Optional Power Swivel Tabletop Stand
Optional Wall-Mount Bracket

Conclusion

Experience the high performance and refined aesthetics of the UltraVision CineForm 55-inch Plasma HDTV. Distinct in design, it features innovative Hitachi technologies. The New VirtualHD 1080p II Video Processor analyzes and optimizes every video frame and combines with Wide Aperture technology that produces over one million pixels for a brighter, smoother and more film-like picture. The Illuminated Roll and Click Remote and Learning AV Net IV combine to provide ease of channel navigation and the power to control your entire home theatre system. The HDT52 series delivers the ultimate in convenience with the TV Guide On Screen Interactive Program Guide providing superior program accessibility. The 55HDT52 is an intelligent blend of superior design and technology.

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HP Pavilion LC3700N Introduction

The HP Pavilion LC3700N LCD HDTV combines a delivery of high-definition LCD television with astounding audio. Its sleek and stylish design holds an LCD monitor that brings the finest details to life. With its astounding 4000:1 contrast ratio, 3D color enrichment and photorealistic sharpness give you the incredible detail and color that HP is known for. In addition to an NTSC TV tuner found on most TV sets, this model includes an ATSC tuner. ATSC permits reception of free-air HDTV widescreen broadcasts when used with an optional HDTV antenna. Up to 4000 – 1 dynamic contrast for provides a clear, progressively-scanned image with rich colors and deep black levels.

HP Pavilion LC3700N Design

Dimensions with speaker and stand (H x W x D) – 22.3 x 46.5 x 4.3 (56.7 x 118.1 x 10.9 cm) Weight – 48.5 lbs. (22 Kg)

HP Pavilion LC3700N Features

Supported EDTV and HDTV Resolutions: 480p, 720p, 1080i pixels. Extensive digital connectivity – DVi, HDMI, i.Link and CableCARD Ultra-wide 170 degree viewing angle with swivel stand means there’s no bad seat in the room Twin 10-watt detachable speakers Connections – HDMI, DVI, i.LINK, S-Video, AV input, antenna in, CableCARD, PC audio in, audio out, RS-232c.

HP Pavilion LC3700N Performance

Sometimes in low room light the auto-contrast feature darkens the picture too much. This corrects within a few minutes. May also be due to your eyes taking time to adjust to the darker image.

Conclusion

Excellent PQ & sound. Looks great. Sharp picture, excellent depth of color. Great auto contrast feature. Easy to switch between picture sizes. Dynamic contrast ratio of 4000:1 is excellent. Utilizing a Sharp LCD panel, the stylish HP Pavilion LC3700N shares the same image quirks we have encountered in other Sharp Aquos displays, but its consistent performance with a variety of analog and digital sources makes it a good choice for people looking for a fully loaded HDTV.

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Sony WEGA 50″ Widescreen LCD Projection HDTV Introduction

The Sony KDFE50A10 50″ Grand WEGA LCD Rear Projection Television provides outstanding picture quality in a slim and sophisticated design. The large screen size, widescreen format, and high resolution offer optimized home entertainment like no other. With superior Brand WEGA engineering, the enhanced convenience of the new WEGA GATE on-Screen Guide, and convenient HDMI Multimedia interface, the Sony KDGE50A10 Grand WEGA delivers a full, high-definition television experience.

Sony WEGA 50″ Widescreen LCD Projection HDTV Design

Sony KDFE50A10 Grand WEGA Integrated LCD Rear Projection High Definition Television is an affordable way to get large, widescreen TV without compromising on color, clarity, and visual performance.

Sony WEGA 50″ Widescreen LCD Projection HDTV Features

16:9 widescreen aspect ratio with fullscreen, zoom (14:9 or 16:9) viewing modes delivers a cinema-style entertainment experience.
CineMotion reverse 3-2 pulldown for smoother movement and accurate reproduction of film-based sources
1280 x 720 pixel resolution supports 720p or 1080i signals for stunning image clarity.
WEGA Engine delivers superb picture quality from any video source; DRC (Digital Reality Creation) circuit upgrades standard 480i signals to 480p or 960i, providing a near-high-definition picture from standard video signals.

Sony WEGA 50″ Widescreen LCD Projection HDTV Performance

The KDFE50A10 uses the 3LCD video projection system, which combines three LCD panels to produce an image for a brighter picture in well-lit rooms, intensely vibrant natural colors, and spectacular HD performance. It delivers superb picture quality from any video source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to-analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing.

Whats included in the package

KDFE50A10 TV, remote control, two AA batteries, instructions

Conclusion

Dim the lights and settle on the couch with this 50″ rear-projection LCD HDTV. The slim, stylish design won’t take up your entire living room and the SRS TruSurround XT audio will have you thinking you’re at the movies.

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Samsung 42″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV Introduction

Samsung doesn’t just hang their name on someone else’s panel, they build all their plasma TVs from scratch in state-of-the-art factories. That dedication to quality is evident in the tight fit and finish, the long-life panel backed with a 2-year warranty, and the vivid, crystal-clear picture displayed by this HDTV. The HPR4272′s made-for-HD screen has nearly twice as many pixels as entry-level EDTV plasmas, so high-definition images look much clearer and more detailed.

Samsung 42″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV Design

Samsung’s floating screen plasma TV creates an image that looks as if it is suspended in thin air. The new, premium bezel-less design means there’s no frame around the TV for a big, beautiful picture without boundaries. Side A/V Input makes it so easy to connect and swap devices such as video cameras and game consoles without having to access the back of the TV.
Mounting: Desktop, Wallmount; Height: 29.12 in; Width: 41.75 in; Depth: 3.87 in; Weight: 87.7 lbs.

Samsung 42″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV Features

-New Samsung Generation 5 Panel
-10,000:1 Contrast Ratio
-1,300 cd/m
Brightness
-New Premium “Bezel-Less” Design
- 60,000 Hour Panel Life (27 Years @ 6 hrs a day)
-1024 (H) x 768 (V) Pixel Resolution
-Digital Cable Ready (DCR) Tuner With Cable CARD slot
-Built-in HDTV tuner (ATSC terrestrial tuner)
-13-Bit Processing (549 Billion Colors)
-Split Screen & Picture-In-Picture

Samsung 42″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV Performance

Samsung’s HD Plasma Flat Panel TVs with Premium Bezel-Less design pack high performance into a slim case that’s less than 4″ deep. With some of the highest brightness and contrast ratings offered for plasma TVs, 549 billion possible colors, and Samsung’s DNIe image enhancer, Samsung’s Gen-5 plasma panels deliver an unbelievable picture from nearly any source.

Whats included in the package

Television, AC Power Cord, Remote Control, Speakers, Stand, User Manual.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a flat screen TV picture that provides excellent picture quality with low picture distortion then a Samsung 42″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV monitor is the solution you have been seeking.

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Dell 37″ LCD HDTV Review Introduction

Dell W3706MC 37″ LCD HDTV delivers spectacular High Definition picture quality with bright vivid images and superb contrast giving you excellent color detail with each image. High Definition is easy with Dell’s HD-Built in digital tuner, and with advanced video processing from DNXTM by Pixelworks, the television experience is the quality you would expect from Dell!

Dell 37″ LCD HDTV Design

Diagonal size: 37 in., Image aspect ratio: 16:9 widescreen
Horizontal & Vertical Viewing Angles: +/- 85 degrees
Dimension Display only (W X H x D): 35.84″ x 21.75″ x 4.41″
Dimension Display & Stand (W X H x D): 42.30″ x 24.98″ x 9.84″
Display Weight: Without Stand: 48.5 lbs (22kg), With Stand: 57.2 lbs (26kg) With Stand and Speakers: 67.8 lbs (30.8kg).

Dell 37″ LCD HDTV Features

The Dell W3706MC has a native resolution of 1,366 x 768, which means it should be able to display all the detail of 720p material. It features an ATSC tuner, so nothing more than an antenna is required to receive over-the-air HDTV signals. The W3706MC’s connectivity is highlighted by two HDMI inputs, two component-video inputs, and one VGA-style PC input. Inclusion of the PC input is particularly appealing for those looking to use the display as both a monitor and a TV, and folks who want to connect to a PC’s digital DVI output can use one of the TV’s HDMI inputs and an inexpensive adapter (not included). The Dell W3706MC’s detachable speakers are a nice option for people who already have audio systems and need to wedge the panel into a tight space.

Dell 37″ LCD HDTV Performance

The thin design and wall mountable unit is perfect for space constrained areas. Wide form factor allows users to easily display multiple video sources side-by-side (Picture-in-Picture, Picture-outside-Picture, Picture-by-Picture). Includes a full array of Digital and Analogue AV and PC connectivity. It features HDMI, DVI, SCART, HD Component, and other video and audio inputs.

What’s included in the package

Television, Stand, Speakers, Remote Control, Power Cord, RF Coaxial, Component Video, RCA Audio, Documentation, User Manual

Conclusion

Users requiring a high-quality multimedia viewing solution with high brightness, wide viewing angles and fast response times need to check out Dell. Dell’s 37″ LCD TV is a great centerpiece for any Living Room, Bedroom or Home Theater Solution. Terrific TV viewing experience with 1366 x 768 resolution, optimized for high definition viewing coupled with excellent contrast and brightness provide an awesome viewing experience. The 30 watts of audio power, and detachable speakers, deliver a listening experience as impressive as its viewing experience.

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