TV Reviews

This TV is amazing. Its less than 3 inches thick and perfectly built. All quality, all top of the line. The remote sucks but once you turn on the tv you dont care anymore. HDTV is crystal clear, itll blow your socks off. Dvd's on progressive scan look great, but digital tv is a just little fuzzy but you learn to deal with it, because HD and Dvd are superb. you wont be dissapointed if you buy this.

Yea thats right samsung is da bomb. when i opened the box i was surprised that the TV was quite big (in a good way of course). Turned it on it was clearly one of the best looking TVs i had ever seen. Put in Finding Nemo DVD via Component cable.....Just blew me away with is clearity..This display rivals a Front Projector DLP! The sound is great with virtual DOLoby Surround sound all you have to do is connect a subwoofer and your good to go. The LCD is rich in featurs and conections. With DNIe technology that helps diliver the great images. The DVi, 2 component and Composite, + one s video inputs, and a subwoofer input. You will have a place to put every ELectonic device into the TV. The other way this TV shines is in its video game support. The component cable is a must have if you own a Xbox the graphics will blow your mind away! Every detail is shown very great experiance....GOOD JOB SAMSUNG nice TV....I Mean GREAT TV!

Superb image with 720p HDTV and computer graphics..........excellent audio with impressive spatial effects,,,,,,,beautiful 480p pictures from DVDs...........very wide viewing angle, very bright, high contrast, fast response LCD with no smearing, very crisp display......geometry in both 4 to 3 and 16 to 9 widescreen modes is superb.....test patterns from Arvia calibration disk reveal virtually perfect linearity, gray scale, tracking, and totally orthogonal raster with no pincushion or barrel distortion with extremely precise centering..........watch out Sony, Panasonic, Sharp, etc.......this set is terrific.....Minor nits ........remote is laid out badly, not backlit, and only has codes for limited 3rd party compatibility.....my HDTV cable box from Scientific Atlanta is not supported.....actually NONE of the Scientific America cable boxes are supported.........also, picture in picture limited to only a few modes which cannot mix, for example, computer images with component video from cable box, DVD, etc...........Longer warranty would be a nice plus........No audio output jacks except for subwoofer output (really!) and headphone jack........

Great picture and great sound. Especially when you hook up a subwoofer to the set. I also purchased the optional speakers which have good overall quality. I have read some other reviews regarding some buzzing with the set but I have found that when I have hooked up the speakers there are 3 screws on the side of the set. If these are overtightened this could cause some buzzing noise. By loosening the screws you can make the buzzing go completely away. It worked on my set. hope this wil help if you get some buzzing on you sets enjoy

I purchased this Plasma for a friend and have had it in my home for 2 weeks. I too have looked at many plasmas in the stores and compared. I have to say this one has a beautiful picture. Compared to true HDTV plasmas in the store, this EDTV has a great picture. It is hard to spend the extra money for subtle differences that are hard to see even side-by-side. Most of our viewing is cable or DVD movies so I can't rationalize the extra money. Even with a cable input, the picture is great. It is clear and has little "noise" or "graininess" considering it is a cable signal. Friends come over and remark what a great picture.

Internal amp for speakers is fine. The Virtual Dolby does give good impact to the 2 speaker sound. For DVD's I use my separate surround sound system. One thing Samsung forgot on this model are audio output jacks to connect internal tuner sound to your surround sound system. So many other inputs, I don't know why they forgot those outputs.

This is one of the few Plasmas that comes with a 2 year warrenty in home! The appearance of the TV is perfect in our home and looks great on or off. We are likeing it soo much, I will probably buy one for myself now that I have seen and used it my home.

I was considering (having narrowed it to) a couple of different well known brands in the six thousand dollar price range. Having started out leaning towards the bigger name brands the service tech did a fine job trying to keep me in the higher priced models. I'm not sure who wore who out. As I read more about the different models I found them to be very similar in their offerings, however, I kept leaning towards not what the descriptions said, but where I felt it mattered most, in the visual presentation of the picture I saw. I also found that visual presentation to be equally as personal. I asked others (in the showroom) their opinion and no surprise, I got as many differences as there were people. For example, I viewed some that looked to be naturally lighter and some darker and some with the hues more sedate than others that were more brilliant. We all saw them differently, yet the specs were all the same. My decision to buy this Samsung plasma screen wasn't scientific, I bought it because I've had great success with Samsung products in the past and I found the picture to be as pleasing as the more expensive models. With the money I saved, I upgraded to the Bose audio system and still had plenty of money left to buy DVDs and the popcorn to go with them. I would strongly recommend this plasma screen and feel confident that you made the right decision. PS, don't let those clerks up-sell you, let your eye decide, after all it's you that will be watching it!

I bought this set the other night..just in time for football season. for the money, it's a GREAT buy. I paid $297.00 at Wal-mart though. ....GO RAIDERS !

This TV has excelenet picture for the price. It has better picture quality than my friends Sony 32" TV. Your better off to buy this TV than to spend the extra money for a sony, etc. They may have a little better technical specs, but nothing that the human eye can tell the difference on.

I recently visited Best Buy, and I bought a RCA TV and Magnavox DVD player. However, that TV broke and was replaced and then broke yet again. So, thats when I chose this TV. It's a great TV with superb stereo sound and S-Video Inputs. I have to say that it's the TV for you, if you don't want to fork over a thousand dollars or more for a flat-screen or wide-screen TV. My friend down the street has a Sony 36" Trinitron Flat-Screen TV and I can't tell the diffrence between the dvd's on his TV and mine. I probably sound like I don't know nothing about TV's. But trust me, this TV and that TV are basically the same. Except that his weighs a whole lot more, attracts more dust, and has a protective screening. I would like to end by saying that this is a great TV and should not be overlooked because of it's price.

I shopped for a new 36 inch TV for 2 weeks. I went out to 4 different stores and looked at all the new models, from JVC, to Panasonic, to sony WEGA and XBR. I finally decided on THIS TV. The Model # is Fv300. This is the 2nd model down, (below HDTV) in the WEGA 36 inch line. The features such as infared headphones, picture in picture, "WoW" sony simulated surround sound, and a 3D DIGITAL COMB, as opposed to 3 line digital, which appears in almost all average price TV's. The 3D Digital does make a difference, and only beging in WEGA in the Fv300. There are two S video connectors (1 rear, 1 front), and plenty of A/V jacks in the rear (19 of them).

Heres the catch, the stand. It cost me 219.00 bucks. Im not sure how much you can find it for, but that is the proper WEGA stand, custom made by SONY for this TV. Let me say...it is one SOLID stand and LOOKS like its worth over 200 dollars. It really does make the presentation. The cheapest quality stand you could find will still run between 99.99 and 169.99 anyway. So I suggest doing as I did, and just going for it.

Another issue is the weight of this thing. It's easily 240lbs, some websites claim its more. If you plan on taking this home, your gonna need someone with an SUV or a truck, the box is enormous. I would suggest getting it delivered so you can have them put it right on the stand for you. Me and my brother are weightlifters, so we didnt have too much of a problem getting it in and on the stand , but I would suggest ATLEAST 3 strong people. All the weight is in the front, too.

When your past all the setting up, your gonna be happy with your TV. The audio out connection is easy for a home theatre system. I connected a Sony system, and Im attempting to dual connect Klipsch 5.1's.

So youve read about the TV, what are the differences in the different models of 36 inch WEGA?

FS100- basic model, cheapest, no PIP, No 3d digital comb, No Tru surround sound...basically lacks important features.

FS200- Adds PIP, and other basic features, but very similar to the FS100.

FV300- This is the model I bought. PIP, 3D digital comb, free infared headphones (which allow you to listen to TV from a distance), etc etc etc...it's loaded.

FV500- HDTV model, includes all features of the Fv300, but adds the somewhat "gimmicky" HDTV feature. It looks nice but you'll need an HDTV sattalite connection, or some other form to use it. ALso, not all stations broadcast HDTV. It is TV of the future, but its not here yet. Save the 500 bucks.

Sony XBR- A step above WEGA, HDTV capable, and 40 inch. Runs double the price of the FV300.

Ok, I just wanted to provide you with some insite after my purchase. I'm happy with the Fv300, and I know I made the right choice. Cant beat SONY, Trinitron, and WEGA all in one. I've got two trinitron computer monitors and I was SOLD on the TV just as quickly. They are the best.

We are extremely happy that we purchased this TV. I can't say enough good things about the KV-36FV300.

The picture quality is outstanding. The filtering creates an image that will amaze you. Lines of resolution are almost unnoticeable and dot-crawl is minimal. We hooked up our digital cable with S-Video and the picture is excellent. I even saw a hint of pixelization during movement on one of the digital channels. This is of no concern because we don't have the HD converter box, but that shows how close this set comes to HDTV.

Used the component hook-up for our DVD player. WOW!!! You can get buy with S-Video here but you'll not acheive what this TV can do for you. (Pay a little extra for the component cables!) Sony allows you to select either a 16x9 enhanced mode or Auto for widescreen dvd's and I've found the auto mode allows a bigger picture in widescreen with no sacrafice in picture quality.

There are multiple sound and video modes fore each input to tailor each program, so you don't have to mess with settings constantly. Once you get the Clear Edge VM (velocity modulation) and the DynaBlack settings set the TV never stops blowing you away.

The sound is impressive! It has a 15-watt subwoofer for deep bass when using just the tv speakers, but I prefer my Yamaha theatre system most of the time. The wireless headphones were a nice surprise! The quality is better than expected but the range is limited. These are great for watching those late night games when everyone's asleep. (sports fans, are you awake?)

TV broadcasts through cable, particularly live sports, are simply outstanding. DVD signals are even better!!! And you can't find better sound from a TV anywhere else.

Unless you want to struggle with an HDTV (at least until analog signals are outlawed), BUY THIS TV!!!!!!!!!

(Advice: ...have it delivered, it's worth the money.)

Cheers.

I waited 8 months for last year's $1699 Sony 36 inch TV to go on close out sale. It finally did, *but* then I saw the new model. Better picture - a truely amazing picture. And, imo, much better styling - not that clunky old dark grey box that most TVs have. Once my wife and I saw shows on the regular cable (non-digital) signal, we couldn't get over how sharp and clear and bright it is. Popped in a couple of old VCR tapes, and the difference between the new picture and that on our couple of years old Sony 27 inch, in terms of clarity and brightness, was amazing.

Couldn't be happier!

Nothing comes close to the Sony KV-27FV10 27" Television. This is without a doubt the crispest and sharpest picture of any 27-inch television on the market. Sony's WEGA (flat screen) with FD Trinitron Tube and 3-line digital comb filter on this model makes a big improvement over picture quality compared other 27 inch sets. It also has a rear S-video input for DVD and Laser Disc players and Super-VHS recorders for higher picture resolution. Highly recommended. I have another 27" Sony that isn't a WEGA,in my bedroom and I am thinking about replacing it. The best thing about the WEGA is that you don't get a distorted picture if you sit off to the side a bit. Its a great picture sitting anywhere in the room. Great when you have a gang over to watch the game!!!!

If you're in an apartment or other small living space (so a big-screen TV would be impractical), but you want an absolute top-notch video experience, you can't go wrong here. A flat screen, with simply the best corner-to-corner picture quality I've seen on a screen this size. As you'd expect from a TV this costly, it's very feature-rich, with 2-tuner picture-in-picture and a variety of input options. The sound quality is also quite high for a TV (meaning "You really should buy a good set of speakers to hook this baby up to, but in a pinch, the internal speakers will do fine").

When arranging delivery, bear in mind that this set is quite heavy (around 100 pounds); so you probably won't want to tackle lifting it yourself. On the bright side, this makes it burglary-resistant. :)

I had to look long and hard to find something I actually disliked about this TV, but I found it; the on-screen menu options are a bit awkward to use, since they're quite overresponsive to the buttons on the remote--unless you have a very light touch, you may find yourself moving through two or three menu items when you only meant to move through one. But this is a small quibble on a truly excellent set.

I actually have the 20 in SonyWega (it's actually VVega withtwo V's).I didn't see this size listed in Amazon,but I'msure it will be soon.This setproves you don't have to buya very large screen to get excellent picture and sound.I have two other Sony Trinitronsand thought they were great until I bought this one.The picture is sharper and brighter and there is absolutely no comparison in the sound quality.This set uses acoustic chambers (similar to the Bose Wave Radio) wrapped around the picture tube and they producewonderful sound.One bit of advice: The factory sets the bass at a very low level whichmakes it sound like an ordinary set.Go into the audiosection and turn the bass upalmost to maximum and you won't believe how good it sounds.Also,before buying a 32 or 36 inch VVega set,realize that you can buythree of these for the priceof one of the larger ones.Also,this set weighs 54pounds as compared to 253 (!!)pounds for the 36 inch.You can easily bring this home,put itin place,and carry it to therepair shop,should the neeedarise.

I just recieved my TV today and I'm already in love with it! It has plenty of hook ups for anything you want. It has a crystal clear screen. I've actually never written a review of a product before but considering this tv was such a great buy for a small home theater system I thought I should get on here and recommend this to everyone else!

After some research I plan to buy this TV - has the features I want, without a big price tag. And it is important to me that it has no speakers on the side like all the rest - this one will fit in my entertainment center while the others won't. But I believe the description Amazon[.com] has is wrong - if you go to the Toshiba web site and pull up the product page for the model 32A32 - it does not say anything about front video inputs, nor can any be seen in the photo, or in the store when I looked at it. Not a big deal to me, I'll hook a short set of cords on the back to make it more convenient for the kid to plug in his Gamecube - but the lack of them might make for some unhappy folks.

I own three TVs in my house, and this is the one I watch shows and movies on the most. It's truly a great TV. I don't normally review TV's but I felt this one deserves one because of the entertainment it's given me. First of all, it displays a flawless picture, and the colors are completely sharp, which is just like a movie theater. Secondly, it's not very spacious. I basically put it in the living room immediately. Visitors compliment me on it's stylish look. Definately the best TV I've ever boughten. I'd buy this one to bridge the gap between now and when HD-TV becomes mainstream.

I couldn't be happier with a TV. I was going to spend the extra [money] for a flat screen HDTV; however, I couldn't really see too much of a difference between this TV and an HDTV. I recommend this TV to anyone.

The Toshiba 36AF41 is a 36" HDTV stereo television. It gives a beautiful picture and using the S-Video input from your DVD player is stunning.

The TV provides a couple of video connectors, a couple of ColorStream inputs and a couple of output ports. For the highest possible picture quality, you can use the ColorStream connection between your TV and DVD player. If your component is not ColorStream compatible, then use the S-Video connection.

There are many combinations of components that can be connected to the TV.
The manual explains them all and here are some highlights:
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Cable Box
DVD player with component video and a VCR
DTV receiver/set-top box with component video and a VCR
Two VCR
Camcorder
Audio system
Audio/Video (A/V) receiver
Etc.

Major features of the TV and remote:
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All the lights illuminate up on the remote

The remove can be programmed for a non-Toshibia VCR and/or cable TV converter

Up to two different antenna input sources

Add and erase specific channels manually

Program up to nine of your favorite channels (Allows you to scan through your favorite channels)

Channel labeling

Picture in Picture / double-window (The sub-picture can be a TV broadcast or come from a source, such as your VCR)

Locks include V-Chip, Channel lock, Video lock, and you can lock out the front panel except the power button (All based upon a user defined PIN)
Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) that can be useful when receiving a broadcast with a weak signal or playback from a damaged disc or tape

Close caption features

Sleep timer

StableSound feature that will limit the high volume level like when a TV program switches to a commercial

The TV weights 214 pounds and the remote requires 2 "AA" batteries.

this tv has a great picture
you will be amazed!

After much research and comparison shopping, I decided on the Toshiba because the picture for a 36 inch tube screen was far superior even to most flat screen T.Vs. The inputs on the back are clearly labeled. They include 1 componite, composites, and 2 S-videos. The satelite picture is astounding in the s-video hookup and excellant in the antenna hookup. The only complaint is the remote. It has only one button to use to move through each of the setting like t.v, vcr, dvd, audio etc.... It should have a button for each instead of having to push one for each of the inputs. In all it is worth it for such a great picture!

I recently purchased this TV after looking at review after review in both trade mags and at sites like Amazon. I wanted to get a TV with the following:

(a) Great picture tube
(b) multiple input formats (Component Video, S-Video, Coax)
(c) An easy to use onscreen menu for switching
(d) Good track record for reliability

I was astonished as to how well this tv held up in all 4 areas. The picture, particularly through s-video or component video, is fantastic (actually, the screen is almost flat! If you want to get an "almost-flat screen" TV that is not considered a flat screen, this is a good buy)! The inputs on the back are VERY clearly labeled, and they correspond brilliantly with the onscreed menus. Simply hitting the "input" button on the remote toggles me between my cable, DirecTV, and DVD signals. The sound is the only thing that was not not instantly an "ooohhh". It's not bad, but it isn't as good as the JVC 502. In the long run I plan on using this TV with a dolby digital surround system, so that really doesn't matter as much to me. The picture and ease of use were way more inportant to me. With regards to reliability, this TV held up quite well according to Consumer Reports online.

Great TV, probably your best buy until the price of Hi-Def plasma TV's get below $4000.

... With the addition of HDTVs & flat screens on the market, the prices on regular(analog) TVs are way more affordable than before. Personally, I choose to wait on HDTVs until their prices come down before I will buy.
Anyways, on w/ my review, I believe Toshiba to be one of the best in electronics period. They build excellent quality components. Sony is good also, but are clearly overpriced & sometimes even overrated. This TV comes w/ the better "cinema series" universal (backlit) remote. A complete one year warranty including both parts AND labor. 3-line Digital comb filter. FST Black CRT w/ Invar shadow mask. It's also loaded w/ Inputs for all your A/V gear, this includes: a component video In, 2 rear S-video Ins, 2 RF, and 3 A/V Ins(1 front). What more could you ask for (at this price) ? Compare other brands for this size TV, features, and price. Did I mention that it also has a 2 tuner PIP ? Sweet. Rock on Toshiba!

After doing quite a bit of research, I went for Toshiba on the basis of picture quality, reputation and the number of connections. After comparing this to other HDTVs, there is no comparison in picture quality. We are very pleased with it - superb picture, great sound and it really brings DVD movies to life.

Upgraded from a 27" Wega to this beauty. This set is on clearance everywhere, which makes it great value.

1. Cable image quality depends on ur signal. Your results may vary.
2. DVD / Component input image quality is simply superb. Fantastic pictures.
3. Lots of manual tweaking options.
4. Sound quality is good.
5. Relatively small cabinet.
6. Widescreen not worth the premium it commands.

Hope this help.

This is a great TV, it is not a big bulky monster, it has a slim cabinet, and a great picture. I am very happy with it.

I bought the HDV420 to go with a new 30", 16x9,HDTV , Toshiba 30HF83. I bought the inexpensive Zenith antenna, the Silver Sensor. The system work VERY GOOD. From my house, the indoor antenna/receiver combo gives me Washington and BAltimore station: ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, WB.

Back to the unit:
1) Previous reviewer correction - the output resolution cannot be controlled by the remote, but directly on the front panel. This is a small (-).
2) Signal strength meter very nice and handy when directing the small indoor antenna.
3) Nice squelch action. DTV signal is either ON or OFF.
4) Remote cannot control my Samsung DVD, but can do the Toshiba TV. Likewise, my Toshiba TV remote cannot control the Zenith STB, but can control the DVD!
5) 10dB attenuator. You use this in series with the antenna (F) input when scanning for channels. I tried the scan with and without the attenuator. With the attenuator, I got 11 channels, 10 without.

I bought my unit "new" on EBAY. However, the supplied A/V cables and component cables were cheap. I bought new ones (not Monster) for the unit.

You can operate this unit without a remote. What you lose is password access to program V-chip menues. Everything else can be done via the front panel. I don't know if a cheap universal remote can change these channels on the HDV420 unit. After set up, all you need the remote for are channels, and maybe aspect changes. To change the output format, you are on your feet and pushing buttons, and can do the aspect there too.

Let me tell you, DTV 480p is like good cable that kicks 480i OTA (booty). DTV 720p and 1081i is HDTV kicking 480p butt. Get an HDTV monitor, and a HDTV receiver. For me, it is now ALL FREE!

I purchased this unit used just in time for the Superbowl and was blown away. The unit picked up 6 of 10 local channels witha cheapie indoor antenna. I upgraded to the Zenith/Gemini Silver Sensor antenna and got 9 of 10 channels, all with good signal quality. Reception with these is highly dependent on location so your antenna requirements may vary. The HDV420 is easy to setup and easy to use. Unlike many other units, you can change the resolution from the remote. Also, the unit has both optical and coaxial digital out which allows for flexibility. The only down side, no DVI out. Most probably won't care but if you absolutely must have DVI, look elsewhere.

I just upgraded to this HDTV receiver from a Samsung. Before Samsung I used an RCA receiver. I was going to get another Samsung but I figured for [$] more this one was worth it. This receiver blows both of my old ones away. It was child's play to set up. It scanned for all of the channels and got every channel automatically. The menu is very well laid out. The exterior looks very modern and high tech with the reflective panel and the brushed metal. It also has coaxial and optical digital output so that I can now watch TV in Dolby Digital (when the program is in DD). It has component out for HDTV. It also has 15-pin computer VGA out. I hooked it up to my regular 15-inch computer monitor and the picture was too small. However, it looked even better than my TV! The remote is very simple. I like it that way but that's a matter of choice. The best feature is that you can change the display format just by the push of the button. Next I am going to buy a wireless transmitter to send the HDTV channels to the rest of my TV's in the house through the analog out. I highly recommend this. ...