LCD-TV Reviews

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Before I go on and on about how wonderful this product is, I'd like to take a moment to thank the creator of the first watchman, and to congratulate him on a job well done. Okay, I'm finished.

I first got an idea of buying one of these portable tvs when I had to go to my three-year-old sister's gymnastic birthday party. I found myself sitting in the waiting room, bored to death, with dead batteries in my gameboy advance. Then another unfortunate guy came in and turned on a small casio portable tv. I walked over and checked out his little gadget, and was surprised at how good the picture was for the olympic USA vs. Canada hockey match. He noticed me looking over his shoulder, and asked me if I wanted to borrow it while he ran over to the bakery to grab himself something to eat. I said sure and found myself actually enjoying my time at the party.

I immediately started pestering my dad to take me to circuit city to let me buy my own portable tv, and used every last penny in leftover Christmas/birthday money. I was originally planning on buying a sony stereo system, but this seemed more like a neccessity than loud music.

I chose this sony model (I'm such a loyal sony fan) and took it home. When I popped in the batteries and flipped the switch to on, I was immediately stunned! The first thing I saw was Star Wars, on channel 11, and the picture and sound quality was perfect. I couldn't even tell the difference between it and a regular tv (okay, I admit it wasn't completely like our living room television). I scrolled through and found fourteen channels already available including NBC, CBS, WB11, Fox, ABC, etc. Plus the ability to upgrade to more channels! Wow. What a perfect item when going to Disney World and having nothing to entertain yourself while waiting in two hour long lines. Plus the little flip up visor is a big plus by blocking out unwanted sunlight and making it more of a theatre like experience.

Buy yourself this little tv and have some fun with it. ust don't show it to your friends. They'll get to jealous and not like you as much.

I saw nothing but positive things with this little handheld. The picture is great and so is the reception with the long cord antenna. I love the visor because it will keep out most of the unwanted sunlight on the screen. Go buy yourself one and have fun with it, I do!

I don't know what that other guy is talking about. I just bought it and I love it. The reception and image are great.

The $2999.00 sale price at Fry's Electronics made this one hard to resist. We knew that some reviews mentioned on the Internet stated that there were red hue problems in the flesh tones. Those concerns turned out to be true. Faces were way too red, making news anchor-people look like they had been out in the sun too long. We really did not want to return it for the price was great compared to others we had seen in this size range. We just could not tolerate it considering the amount of money demanded for this type of television, so it was returned.

I'm no expert on Televisions, but I've read enough about them to write a useful review for you. First off, as stated by another reviewer, the response time (16 milliseconds) is one of the fastest available and should be a big selling point for this screen. Similar screens by other companies such as Dell for example have response times of 20 or 25 milliseconds. The higher the number, the more "lag" or "ghosts" will be seen while watching movies. Be sure to ask about response times of any LCD screens you look at. I bought this TV over amazon.com and overall I'm very satisfied. I mainly view DVD's, video games and surf the internet with mine. I don't watch television much so I can't give you a review of that. From what I've read, LCD screens are not the greatest for regular television viewing; however, HDTV will look awesome as soon as it becomes the standard.

Here is the equipment I'm using: I have a samsung HDTV dvd upconverter player. It's a newer dvd player that enhances standard dvd's up to minimum HDTV standards (720p or 1080i). I used the DVI connection via a $100 monster cable which can be found on amazon. It doesn't pay to own this TV if you plan on viewing anything with composite (S-video) connections. The component video is extremely better especially hooked up to a progressive scan dvd player (480p). When viewing DVD's through my player, there wasn't much difference between picture quality using the DVI input (720p or 1080i) or the progressive scan component connection (480p). This is only true because of the DVD player I'm using; DVI is still the best connection you can get for any TV. The DVI input for this TV should be a major selling point because it will be used for any HDTV signal.

I rate movie viewing 4 stars because of a few flaws. The flaws can be seen while watching older dvds. Most movies looked great from start to finish except during certain scenes: I watched "Good morning vietnam" in (480p) and the picture experienced some lag. The actors lips were not moving along to the audio; the picture was trying to catch up to the dialogue - very annoying. The same thing was experience while watching a newer dvd entitled "Cabin fever" in (720p). Whenever a movie had fog or rain or mist in the foreground around the actors like in "Master and Commander", the image would get somewhat grainy in (720p); however, the rest of the movie looked great. Aside from that, other movies seemed to look great from begining to end. All three Lord of the Rings movies looked stunning in (720p) - hardly any flaws; the same was true with all three matrix movies. Overall, it is a good set to watch movies on, but it depends upon the quality of your player, the connections and the quality of the DVD. Older dvd's experienced alot of lag along with a few newer ones. But, a majority of newer dvd's (from the last 5-7 years) looked great. They looked better than a CRT model - using my set up.

I feel that the real great thing about this TV is the ability to hook it up your computer. You no longer have to sit in front of a little 15, 17 or whatever sized screen. You can sit on your couch, put the keyboard in your lap, and surf the net on a 32" just like you were watching TV. If you use a computer often for the net or typing or even PC gaming, this is definatly the TV to buy. The computer image was flawless. I play simcity4 and it looks amazing. Again, the equipment you hook up can play a big difference in the results you get. I have a 2.4ghz Dell 4600 with a DVI output. I haven't hooked up the PC via component connection yet and I don't know if you can. This is more than just a TV, it's a huge computer monitor and this was the main selling point for me. Highly recommended for PC use.

Lastly, video games look amazing as well. I have my Xbox hooked up through a high definition pack via a component connection. Games such as Halo, Tigerwoods 2004, Unreal Championship, Splinter cell etc. look crisper and cleaner than on any CRT that I've seen. I've played xbox on a samsung 30" HDTV CRT with the high definition pack and this LCD screen still looks better.

Overall, This is a good buy. I have a few complaints about some movies, but most have no problem with lag. This could have something to do with the player I'm using so don't let that discourage you from buying this. One thing to keep in mind is that as time goes on, dvds will increase in picture quality up until high definition dvds comes out. As soon as that happens, this TV shouldn't experience any lag at all - hopefully.

Purchased this TV at Amazon.com after fiasco with an un-named online retialer. The TV is great. I spent about 3 months researching the field before I made my decision. I made at least 7 trips to Best Buy (not to confuse with bestbuyplasma.com grrrr...) looking at all the Sonys, Samsungs, Sharps, Hitachis, etc. I have no clue how Best Buy can sell so many TVs these days. Prices are SO MUCH higher there than on Amazon. People either don't do research or too affraid of online purchases. I did pick up Samsung HD DVD player there though, only $20 more than online. I don't remember DVD model, the one that does 720p up-convert and has DVI out.

This TV is cheapest you can find in 32" 720p category that offers tremendous bang for the buck. Some reviews mentioned over-saturated red color, some mentioned flaws in picture quality. This is not true, plain and simple. This TV requires some tunning when unpacked from the box. Duhh... It took me about an hour to go through calibration and tuning. The results are amazing. Use DVI. Use DVI. Can I say it again? DVI is digital connection. Throw away all your fancy Monster Cables. It is unfortunate and makes me feel sad when people say how great DVI Monster cables are. I understand that analog Monster Cables are of high quality while perhaps being too pricey. With digital connection you either have a picture or you don't. There is no "in-between": no noise, no color change, no blurring is even possible. I am yet to see a DVI cable that would not transmit 0 and 1. $15 cable from Menards(!) worked just beautifully. Any and all DVI cables are equal.

I went with gold plated S-video cable ($10 from Menards) for my older satellite dish that does not have DVI output (waiting for my HD pack now :) S-video is analog signal and requires some care, hence gold.

Now bad things (not enough to reduce to 4 stars though):

1. Only one DVI input. I will have to buy DVI switch box.
2. Setup: it takes some time to figure out correct set of modes(menus) for true digital (DVI) connection. The trick that helped me resolve the problem was connecting TV via old-fashioned composite cable along with DVI. This allowed for tracking menus even when no pitcure can be seen on DVI input.
3. Speakers: I am not a great fan of elephant ears in TVs. TV looks much cleaner without them, fits very well in my not very large room. Combined with ($600) Infinity Total Solutions(TM) 6-Speaker System (TSS-750PLT) this TV is a peice of art in a frame. The downside was that I still had to pay for speakers that now sit in my garage.

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Where the hell is it...I haven't even gotten a confirmation from J & R & I need to give the gift on Sunday & although I have speedy PAID delivery...J & R doesn't deliver on weekends????

The product has nothing to do with the delivery of one company. This innovative product deserves 5 stars. Finally someone got it right!

Hello,

This is one well thought out piece of equipment. DVDs load and
play well. The remote works well and is convenient. What's
really amazing about this unit is that unlike many LCD screens
this one can actually provide pretty satisfactory black levels.
As a result, the picture looks *great*, not just "good for an
LCD screen".

Using the "Avia" test/set up DVD this unit performs quite well.
Black levels can be accurately set, Gray scale tracking is quite
good, color accuracy is also quite good. The backlight control
is very adjustable so the LCD looks great in all lighting
conditions and the black levels are appropriate.

Despite what the manual says, this player can actually playback
some DVD-Rs. Four of the five DVD-Rs I have load and play
correctly.

The tuner also works well and has MTS stereo and SAP function.
No closed captioning. Using cable TV produces a very pleasing
picture. The tuner also receives pictures off the air. The

tuner seems to be quite sensitive and all local and some
weaker distant channels are received.

I wish Panasonic had gone just a bit further and incorporated
a radio -- it would have been a complete unit then! Cannot
play MP3 discs.

The TC-11LV1 isn't cheap but it is unique, eye-catching device
that also happens to perform quite well. Highly recommended.

I bought this TV about five days ago. I was the highest cost unit in the store so I expected video quality at least as good as my old Sony TV. However the picture is fuzzy with high degrees of pixalization. For small graphics the pixalization causes actual "sparkling". After watching the history channel where they place small graphic on the lower right hand corner throughout the program I noticed that I was drawn to the graphic more than the actual show. I am going to get a 4:3 model or wait for the new generation of LCD with 3:2 drop-down and better conversion circuitry.

The compact size of this TV allows it to fit comfortably on the top shelf of a bookshelf. The picture is as clear as one can get without investing a whole lot more. When the Time-Warner CATV people have come to the premises, they have given it a "WOW!" rating.

some seans come out too blue but most of the time it is great. when I saw it in the stores it had animations on it not live action so it was harder to tell how good the pict realy was, but very nice pict great for the places you don't have room most tvs.the speaker space for the speakers on the sides is too wide.
The speakers cabnets themselves could have been narrower, the cabnet the speakers are in are twice as wide as the actual speakers.
I wish it was in black, since my purchase I have seen it refurbished in black,but no brand new in black. wish it didn,t cost more than a big screen.

I bought this TV about five days ago. I was the highest cost unit in the store so I expected video quality at least as good as my old Sony TV. However the picture is fuzzy with high degrees of pixalization. For small graphics the pixalization causes actual "sparkling". After watching the history channel where they place small graphic on the lower right hand corner throughout the program I noticed that I was drawn to the graphic more than the actual show. I am going to get a 4:3 model or wait for the new generation of LCD with 3:2 drop-down and better conversion circuitry.

The compact size of this TV allows it to fit comfortably on the top shelf of a bookshelf. The picture is as clear as one can get without investing a whole lot more. When the Time-Warner CATV people have come to the premises, they have given it a "WOW!" rating.

some seans come out too blue but most of the time it is great. when I saw it in the stores it had animations on it not live action so it was harder to tell how good the pict realy was, but very nice pict great for the places you don't have room most tvs.the speaker space for the speakers on the sides is too wide.
The speakers cabnets themselves could have been narrower, the cabnet the speakers are in are twice as wide as the actual speakers.
I wish it was in black, since my purchase I have seen it refurbished in black,but no brand new in black. wish it didn,t cost more than a big screen.

service not too great - that's why the low rating. This was our first LCD T.V. purchase. T.V. konked out within 90 day warranty - no picture. E-mailed Funai first (no response). Then I called Funai and actually spoke to someone - because it was brought through Amazon (not a store) - had to use "Authorized Service Center". Authorized Service Center has now had t.v. for 3 weeks, and I'm told they're waiting for power supply. Needless to say, the 3 weeks has now made the unit older than the 90-day warranty, so if something else goes wrong, I'm stuck. I'd recommend another manufacturer.

I am a college student living in the dorms and this t.v. is awesome. It's perfect for my room. It's sleek and saves a lot of space. No worry about a big bulky box that takes up too much space and weighs a ton. It's really easy to use and has great picture quality. I have had it since I've come to college, about two and half months, and no problems yet. It's great!

I found this unit to have better picture quality , than most others in its size and price range.

Ive owned other Funai products and have had no problem with them. I even have a 20" Pure Flat set now for over 15 years , and never once had a problem.

Greatstyle and design.

I bought this on clearance at Target B&M. I hooked it up and put it in my truck for my kids to enjoy. My children (5 and 3) can use it with ease and it does not take up too much room but it will drain your battery if you do not unplug it or have it on a switched accessory port. I did not read that part of the manual so it is partially my fault but I have another TV/VHS player in my other vehicle (another brand) and I don’t have to unplug that one. Overall I think it is a bad design and I will read manuals more carefully in the future. If I would have known this I would have returned it.

if you are going on a long trip with kids? then you need to get this...i got this just before we took 8 kids on a trip to hershey park,pa.we didnt hear a peep from those kids until we got there,a good 61/2 hours later...i love this,and i got it...on clearance..what a buy...

The unit is really nice, well constructed and performs very well.
The only problem is when viewing the TV mode, it is true, you cannot correct/lower/adjust the color saturation. You can do this when on the computer (PC mode) and are watching TV through the PIP mode. The sound is good, the connections are good, the clearity is fine, and there is little "poor response" due to the fast processing of information. There is a nice remote, instructions and easy to use buttons on the front of the panel.
The built in swivel base adjusts both side to side and up and down. There is S-Video connections, Composite, DVI inputs as well as PC connection. This is an HD READY system and accepts all other types of inputs such as DVD, VCR, Camcorder.
This product is limited in availability presently but for the money and overall quality, this is a winner.

Very nice new technology. I have only used it as a video monitor so far. Biggest complaint is NO color level adjustment on video!! and the level seems to be too high. Adjusting brightness & contrast somewhat changes the color levels but at the expense of over compensation. Sound is poor.

I love it. I bought it primarily for PC use and decided that if i am going to spend 400 bucks for a 17 inch LCD then might as well spend a little more and buy a LCD PC with TV too. I love the High Definiton capability. I love the picture quality. Course i have used CRT's till now so cant really say that it is the best buy out there for 500 dollars.
But i like it. I bought mine at costco and then was amazed to see the huge difference in prices everwhere else.
Its a bargain for that price.
I am not giving it 5 stars because i havent really used a lot of LCD's

I have been using this as a TV and sometimes to view DVD's from my computer. The resolution/picture quality and the connections/setup are very intuitive and easy to use.

Overall an excellent product at an excellent price (I picked it up from Costco).