February, 2007

SharpVision XV-Z9000U Review

February 27th, 2007

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The Sharpvision XV-9000U is a 16:9 single chip, HD front projector based on DLP technology. That means going beyond conventional home theater. It means that now, all of your favorite films, sports and documentaries will burst into life with unparalleled contrast and brightness. It’s the kind of innovation that you’d expect from a longtime leader of front-projection technology.

SPECIFICATION :
• High Definition DLP™ Front Projector brings a superior image to your home theater.1
• Native 720P High Definition Panel is compatible with 1080i and 720P signals.
• Switchable High Contrast/High Brightness Mode optimizes picture quality based on ambient light conditions.
• DVI with HDCP DVI with high definition content protection terminal ensures compatibility with next generation high definition set top boxes.
• CV-IC 2 Video Scaler Sharp proprietary 2nd generation video scaler circuitry up-converts standard signals to the native HD resolution of the projector.
• Optical Lens Shift Function allows for one full screen height of lens shift adjustment.
• Precise Colorimetry provides more accurate color with incredibly accurate flesh tones.
• Home Theater Conveniences include easy installation and whisper quiet operation (29 db).
• 5x-Speed Color Wheel leads to natural, rock-solid color reproduction.

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JVC LT-32X787 Review

February 25th, 2007

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JVC’s line-up of widescreen high definition flat panel displays brings a new dimension to home theater, literally. Our line-up of panels was not only engineered to excite the most extreme audio visual enthusiasts, but also to influence the creative minds of the most discriminating home decorators. JVC’s 32″ LCD televisions, with stylish cosmetics, takes into consideration every feature the demanding digital customer is looking for now and for the future. It offers a 800:1 contrast ratio, 500 cd/m2 and a 178 Degree Viewing Angle an ATSC/QAM Tuner. These LCD’s also offer features like D.I.S.T. (Digital Image Scaling Technology) 770p, Exclusive 5 Point Color Management Circuitry, HD Range DSD (Digital Super Detail) High End Edge Correction Circuitry, an improved Motion Adaptive Dynamic Gamma Correction Circuitry, TheaterPro 6500K Color Temperature, Dual HDMI, Advanced Tone Correction and Advanced HyperSurround make this unit a must have.

Features:

  • High Resolution W-XGA (1366 x 768) LCD
  • D.I.S.T. 770p (Digital Image Scaling Technology)with GENESSA Picture Processing
  • Flicker Free High Resolution Picture
  • Digital 5-point Color Management
  • ATSC/QAM Tuner

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  • Samsung LN-S4692D Review

    February 20th, 2007

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    With a dynamic Contrast Ratio of 5000:1, Samsung’s 92 series LCDs display Video in rich, vibrant Color for a picture that is more realistic and inspiring than ever. They offer many breakthrough technologies including S-PVA (Super Patterned Vertical Alignment) technology to provide a wider (178 degree) viewing angle that allows consumers to enjoy the screen with perfect clarity from any vantage point. CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) technology provides a brighter picture and increased color accuracy. A special Game Mode feature reduces lag and provides improved graphics and Sound for a truly immersive video gaming experience. A built-in RS232 port allows users to connect Digital devices players through an RS232 cable, and navigate files on-screen via the LCD remote control.

    These LCD models offer the ultimate in HDTV performance with 1366 x 768 progressive Resolution and a 92% wide color gamut. Two HDMI, PC, Composite, S-Video and side AV connections ensure that users can hook up peripheral devices with ease, and the Integrated ATSC Tuner means it is capable of Tuning and decoding all 18 approved ATSC Digital TV Broadcast formats off the air (Optional HDTV Antenna required). Samsung’s unique “hidden speaker” design places the speaker at the bottom of the set to create a clean, modern effect.

    The LNS4692D’s 1366 x 768 pixel resolution LCD screen is HD-grade, with a built-in image scaler to handle inputs from a variety of digital and analog audio/video sources. Samsung’s DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) dramatically improves the picture by enhancing the contrast, detail and white balance while reducing noise. A 3D Y/C digital comb filter constantly analyzes the three dimensions of picture height, picture width, and picture changes over time, to reduce edge image artifacts while improving transition detail. Progressive scan technology eliminates the flicker that you see on traditional, interlaced scanning TVs, while an 8ms response time minimizes the blurring of moving video.
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    DIRECTV H20 HDTV Satellite Receiver Review

    February 20th, 2007

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    Enjoy more than 225 digital-quality channels with DIRECTV. You’ll also receive stunning high-definition broadcasts which now include your local channels in this format. With lots of premium channels and a variety of sports packages to choose from, there’s always something to watch. Get program listings days in advance with the Advanced Program Guide. HD capable: Choose a DIRECTV package that accommodates HDTV signals for the ultimate in programming options.

    Features:

  • Access to Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound Technology.
  • Up to 1080i picture resolution for crystal-clear, sharp pictures, vibrant colors and wider images.
  • Access to HD, standard definition and local HD DIRECTV programming as well as off-air digital (ATSC) broadcast where available.
  • Seamlessly integrates with off-air and DIRECTV channels in one guide. Plus you can search the entire guide (up to 7 days) on screen while viewing an active channel in the picture window.
  • Full screen, stretched letterbox, pillar box and crop. Plus, you can customize your viewing for 480i, 480p, 720p,1080i, or native resolution formats.
  • High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) - One simple connection gives you the highest quality picture and audio for your HD television.
  • Optimize your home theater experience with component, composite and S-video connections, as well as, Dolby® digital 5.1 optical audio outputs.
  • View and log Caller ID information provided by your local phone company.

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  • RCA HDLP61W151 DLP TV Review

    February 17th, 2007

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    Step onto the movie set. Join the live TV audience. Sit on the 50-yard line. RCA Scenium DLP™ (Digital Light Processing™) Micro Display HDTVs instantly put you in the center of the action. This heart-pounding, true-to-life perspective makes each moment feel absolutely real – because it looks absolutely real. DLP™ technology is the first to truly emulate the colors, crispness and clarity of the original source material.

    The exclusive Hi-Pix™ Picture Enhancement System ingeniously coordinates DLP™ technology with one of the most advanced signal processing systems available – TruScan Digital Reality™. Astounding digital images virtually mirror the natural environment! As exquisite as the picture looks, the styling of the RCA Scenium DLP™ Micro Displays is just as impressive. They’re remarkably thin. They’re unbelievably light. They’re perfectly elegant. Compared to traditional rear-projection monitors, the difference is night and day. The sleek design and widescreen format make a statement any entertainment aficionado would be proud to showcase.

    Features:

  • 61″ Diagonal 16×9 DLP™ HDTV with Integrated ATSC Tuner
  • Hi-Pix™ Picture System
  • DLP™ Light Engine (Digital Light Processing™) - 16.7 Million Colors and 1,024 Shades of Gray - Twice the contrast of most other microdisplay technologies
  • TruScan™ Digital Reality Intelligent Signal Processing - “Because the Picture Intended Should be the Picture Presented”
  • HD Connectivity
  • CinemaScreen™ Floating Picture Screen
  • Integrated ATSC Tuner with QAM-in-the-clear
  • NetConnect™ - Ethernet with Microsoft Win CE® Operating System and Web Browser

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  • Sony LCD TV Review KDL-46S2000 46″ Flat Panel LCD TV Review

    February 14th, 2007

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    The S Series is the latest offering from the Sony Bravia line of high-performance and sleek styling LCD TVs. This 46″ LCD panel features the latest in Sony’s unique S-PVA technology, which delivers vivid and accurate colors along with wide viewing angles and a blazing 8ms response time. Other features such as PC input allow the user to connect a PC for viewing content in a 16:9 high resolution environment. And with integrated HDTV capabilities, you can enjoy digital programming with enhanced audio and video reproduction. While the KDL-46S2000 is value priced, it also offers an elegant flat panel design to place anywhere in your home.

    Features:

  • Resolution of 1366 x 768
  • Contrast ratio 1300:1
  • Integrated ATSC digital tuner
  • HDMI, 2 component, 3 composite and PC inputs
  • 2 x 10 Watts Speakers
  • SRS Tru Surround XT

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  • SHARP LC-26GD6U INTEGRATED LCD TV Review

    February 12th, 2007

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    Sharp is the world leader in LCD flat panel production. Samsung is closing in on the volume category as well, but I believe Sharp’s strategy for LCD TV production has superior technology at heart. I have seen incredible advancements in some of Sharp’s technology over the past year—specifically in widened viewing angles, increased black levels, and faster response times.

    The Sharp LC-26D7U LCD TV certainly showed all of the advancements I was anticipating. This model replaces the LC-26GD6U in March 2005 as the 4th generation model in the 26″ size category.

    Sharp’s LC-26D7U embodies the excellent picture quality and refined design standards delivered in its flagship AQUOS line. This 26-inch LCD display’s refined image reproduction and comprehensive array of well-implemented features make it a versatile display for use in a bedroom, breakfast room or small living room. In addition to excellent picture quality, this display looked incredible in our test viewing room: the display is trimmed with a black strip that is in turn cleanly framed by a smoke-silver (titanium) strip above, housing basic operation controls, and a smoke-silver strip below, with the Sharp logo and speakers.

    FEATURES

  • Next-Generation 16:9 LCD Panel
  • Wide XGA (1366 x 768) Resolution
  • HDTV Tuner with CableCARD
  • High Brightness (450 cd/m2)
  • High Contrast Ratio (800:1)
  • Wide Viewing Angles (170º H / 170º V)
  • Detachable Speakers/Included Table Stand
  • PC Card Slot
  • Quick Shoot
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  • Magnavox 32MF231D 32″ Flat Panel LCD TV Review

    February 11th, 2007

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    This conveniently slim LCD TV delivers high-definition resolution (1366 x 768) so that you can enjoy outstanding picture clarity when watching HD programming. The set also offers a wide viewing angle of 170 degrees so you can see the picture clearly even if you are sitting far left or right of the screen.

    Built-in HD (ATSC) tuner: Some HDTVs don’t have a tuner. This set comes with a built-in tuner so that you can view HD programming right out of the box.

    Picture quality features:

  • Brightness and contrast—an excellent brightness level (500 cd/m) and contrast ratio (800:1) means the picture will not appear dull or washed out.
  • 3D motion adaptive de-interlacing—cleans up noise that can occur in digital video streams, so the image is crisper, without jagged edges (an especially important feature if you download video from the web)
  • Smart Picture™—with the push of a button, the TV automatically changes the picture settings to optimally display the program you are viewing, adjusting for lighting, motion and more.
  • 3D digital comb filter—if you use low-quality (composite or RF) cables to hook up your DVD player to the TV, the 3D digital comb filter fixes problems with color and blurriness that can arise from using composite cables.

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  • Hitachi 42PD9800TA “1080″ Plasma Review

    February 6th, 2007

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    The Hitachi CMP4221U is designed to offer exceptional performance in both PC graphic and video applications. The unit uses an advanced multiple circuit interface that optimizes performance across a wide range of Industrial and professional audio/video environments. The HDMI interface with separate stereo interface assures support of DVI and HDMI standards. The independent horizontal and vertical scalers create the best possible scaling capability for image size. The universal power supply ensures that the unit is compliant to all standard power sources in both the industrial and commercial environments. The advanced image color filter allows accurate reproduction of virtually all PC and video images.
    Hitachi Plasma Technology

    Plasma screens typically surround each pixel with a waffle-like cell structure that creates non-picture boundaries around the pixels. They reduce the illuminated surface area of the screen and produce a very noticeable grid pattern across the picture. The screen surface of a Hitachi Plasma TV ALiS display is comprised of continuous vertical channels of phosphor material. Pixels are defined electronically instead of physically. Each picture element is also reduced in size for a significantly higher pixel density. The result is a smooth, seamless canvas on which the picture is displayed.

    Features

  • 106cm Visible Plasma Widescreen Television
  • I³ Improved Intelligent Image Chip
  • Integrated Digital and Analogue Tuner
  • 100 Programme Tuner
  • HD Ready
  • New ALiS Panel (1024 x 1080 pixels)
  • High Screen Resolution of 1024 x 1080 pixels
  • Panel Luminance of 1400 cd/m²
  • Contrast Ratio 4000:1
  • 3DS Sound
  • HDMI and Component Input Sockets
  • 2 SCART Input Sockets
  • PC Input Socket
  • 1000 Digital Text Pages
  • Interactive Services
  • 7 Day Electronic Programming Guide
  • Programme Reminder & Event Timer
  • Multi Language Subtitle Decoding and Display
  • 2 x 10W RMS Output
  • Headphone Socket for Personal Viewing
  • Approx. size (W x H x D): 1046 x 728 x 97mm (without stand & speakers)
  • Approx. weight: 36.5 kg (without stand & speakers)

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  • Philips’ HD-Ready 42PF9631D Review

    February 4th, 2007

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    Enjoy the ultimate viewing experience of this Philips Cineos Flat TV with Pixel Plus 2 HD, Ambilight 2, the latest PDP technology and table top stand. The Digital Media Reader via USB gives you full access to multimedia content.

  • Immersive viewing experience
    HD Plasma panel, 1024 x 1080i
    This state-of-the-art plasma screen technology gives you widescreen HD resolution of 1024 x 1080i pixels. It produces brilliant flicker-free pictures with optimum brightness and superb colours. This vibrant and sharp image will provide you with an enhanced viewing experience.

  • Integrated Digital Tuner for DVB-T reception
    The integrated DVB-T tuner lets you receive Digital Terrestrial TV to watch or record. This means you do not need an additional set top box or additional cables.

  • HD ready for the highest quality display of HDTV signals
    Enjoy the exceptional picture quality of a true High Definition TV signal and be fully prepared for HD sources like HDTV broadcast, Blu-ray DVD or HDVD. HD ready is a protected label that offers picture quality beyond that of progressive scan. It conforms to strict standards laid out by EICTA to offer an HD screen that displays the benefits of resolution and picture quality of a High Definition TV signal. It has a universal connection for both analogue YPbPr and uncompressed Digital connection of DVI or HDMI, supporting HDCP. It can display 720p, and 1080i signals at 50 and 60Hz.
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