HDTV Reviews Archives
Apr 03, 2005
JVC LT-26X575 LCD HDTV Reviewed
JVC's latest LCD TV offering has a modest screen size of 26 inches, a rated contrast ratio of 800:1, and a four-point color management system. It also boasts an HDMI input for connection to new HDMI-equipped, high-def-capable source components Continue Reading
Apr 03, 2005
BenQ FP231W LCD Computer Monitor Reviewed
BenQ has introduced a new computer monitor with a larger screen size of 23 inches. It also has a 16:9 aspect ratio, so it's better suited for viewing DVDs through your computer system. This monitor also offers a DVI input and a four-port USB 2.0 hub Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2005
Vizio P42HD Plasma HDTV Reviewed
HomeTheaterReview.com described this model as "solidly built with plenty of inputs." If there was one weakness to this set, it was the sound quality that the basic speaker system provided. Overall, this set has a high contrast ratio and support for a multitude of HD formats at a price well below the competition... Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2005
Toshiba 42HP84 Plasma HDTV Reviewed
The Toshiba 42HP84 plasma HDTV is a television from the beginnings of the flat panel television movement and this was one of the best, according to this reviewer's assessment of the TV Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2005
Olevia LT32HV 32 inch LCD HDTV Reviewed
The latest Olevia model is a 32-inch LCD TV that has a 1366 x 768 resolution, qualifying it as an HD display; however, it lacks an ATSC (HDTV) tuner, instead offering two NTSC tuners. You'll want to connect your HDTV source(s) via the LT32HV's DVI or component video inputs Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2005
Datacolor SpyderTV Video Calibration System Reviewed
There are several do-it-yourself calibration DVDs on the market to help you set up your HDTV to look its best. However, they require some knowledge of setup patterns...or a willingness to learn. Datacolor has developed a PC-based solution that walks you simply through the calibration process Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2005
Sharp AQUOS LC-32GD6U LCD HDTV Reviewed
The LC-32GD6U may have a smaller 32-inch screen size, but Sharp has still loaded this LCD with its higher-end features. With a 1366 x 768 resolution, this HD display has both an ATSC tuner and a CableCARD slot, eliminating the need for a separate set-top box Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2004
Toshiba 57HX93 Cinema Series Rear Projection HDTV Reviewed
Toshiba makes some of the best RPTVs, and the 57HX93 is no exception. It offers high-value and high-performance in a world increasingly flat-panel centric. Just don't try to lift it. We test out this retro beast here. Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2004
Olevia 30-inch LCD HDTV Reviewed
Never heard of Olevia? That's okay. We hadn't, either. Syntax is the name of the company, while Olevia is the brand name for this 30-inch LCD television that offers a 1280 x 720 resolution and a healthy connection panel that includes DVI, VGA, and component video inputs Continue Reading
Apr 18, 2003
Samsung LTN406W 40 inch LCD HDTV Reviewed
In the current flat-panel landscape, plasma is king at the larger screen sizes, but LCD is slowly trending upward in size. Samsung now offers this 40-inch LCD TV, with a 1280 x 768 resolution, a rated 600:1 contrast ratio, and a 16ms response time. All for the low, low price of $8,999 Continue Reading
Apr 18, 2003
Runco PL-50HDX 50-Inch Plasma HDTV Reviewed
This 50-inch display has "film-like quality" and the video processing is so good it "takes a hold of the competition by the throat with their PFP ViViX processor" according to HomeTheaterReview.com. "The colors were more vivid and the black levels and contrast were well pronounced." Continue Reading
Apr 17, 2003
Zenith L30W26 30 Inch LCD HDTV Reviewed
With its 1280 x 768 resolution and 30-inch screen size, Zenith's new L30W26 is well suited as a TV or a high-end computer monitor. This HD-capable display lacks speakers and has an MSRP of $7,999. Does its performance merit the cost? Read on Continue Reading
Apr 18, 2002
Toshiba 50HX81 Cinema Series 50in Rear Projection Reviewed
Toshiba's Cinema Series boasts high quality picture, clean sound and uncluttered styling that blends well into many home theater environments. These sets have a higher picture and audio quality than previous rear projection models and are ideal for a dedicated home theater... Continue Reading
Apr 18, 2002
Sharp Aquos LC-30HV2U 30 Inch LCD Reviewed
Sharp's new 30-inch LCD HDTV offers sleek style and a sleek form factor. With a 1280 x 768 resolution, this is an HD-capable display that comes packaged with a separate AVC unit that houses the TV tuner and necessary A/V connections Continue Reading
Apr 18, 2002
Zenith D56W25 56-inch HDTV Monitor Reviewed
This rear projection monitor has a simple and fast set up and has a wide screen aspect ratio display. The DVD playback on this set is incredible and the colors did not "gel". HomeTheaterReview.com called his a "tremendous value" and said it was "designed with the 'real world' user in mind... Continue Reading
Apr 18, 2002
Fujitsu PDS-5002 50-Inch Plasma HDTV Reviewed
This early Fujitsu model features "Convergent Visual Medium" and accepts just about any format input you place into it. The Advanced Video Movement (AVM) system eliminates motion-related visual problems and, as the original review said, this model "represents a milestone breakthrough in plasma technology." Continue Reading