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Panasonic TC 32LX14 – 31.5 VIERA LCD TV – widescreen – 720p – HDTV

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Panasonic TC 32LX14 - 31.5
 
Manufacturer: Panasonic
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It's easy to view full-HD images with the SD card slot in Panasonic TC-32LX14. Watch and show your photos and motion images right after you take them. Simply insert an SD card into VIERA to display photos and full-HD videos on the large screen. It's much more fun when you can view them on a large-screen HDTV with family and friends in 1920 x 1080-pixel high definition and a wide 16:9 aspect ratio.Panasonic TC-32LX14 features VIERA Link. VIERA Link allows interconnected operation of various AV devices using only the VIERA remote control, by simply connecting the devices to each other by an HDMI cable.The wide 178 viewing angle ensures clear images even when viewed from an angle. The backlight's wide transmission aperture enhances the contrast between light and dark, and improves motion-image response.With the VIERA Tools user interface, simply press a button on the remote control and icons such as the photos or movies from the menu screen. Now you can just select the one you want. This kind of easy operation means you have more fun and less hassle.In Game mode, quicker image response increases the enjoyment of video games when a game console is connected to the TV. What's more VIERA produces the dark images in video games more clearly. This mode works anti-image retention (wobbling) too.

Product Details

  • LCD Display 720p
  • 3 HDMI Inputs
  • 12,000:1 Contrast Ratio

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Excellent value
 
Review Date: January 1, 2010
Reviewer: Bull, DC Metro
I have 2 larger plasmas and this is my first LCD Flat Panel. The Panasonic TC-32LX14 has all the connections you could need for watching movies & TV, playing games or viewing photos in a great looking, lightweight package. I bought this one to replace a CRT in the bedroom. I would have liked to go bigger (due to a 10-11 ft viewing distance), but for the price this was too good to pass on ($399 at Costco and others). And in actuality this 32-inch works just fine for a bedroom TV. Plus it's lightweight and easy to hang on the wall.

One of my other flat panels is also a Panasonic and the form and function is very similar. The Menus are easy to navigate and the Tuner works great for picking up cable broadcasts (although the channel numbering system is unfamiliar). The remote is clean, simple and easy to use. The picture is great with gaming systems and the cable TV picture straight from the jack is good in standard and great in digital. Some mentioned the sound being an issue. I can attest that it's not up to concert hall sound, but it's definitely loud enough. And if you have a surround sound system then you're golden. Panasonic makes great and reliable products so if you're looking for a a great value in flat panels definitely check this one out.
Great value with very good picture quality
 
Review Date: December 1, 2009
Reviewer: M. Erb, Syracuse, NY
The Panasonic TC-32LX14 seems to be equivalent to the Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV1, the only difference being that the TC-L323X1 includes an iPod dock. The TC-L32X1 is selling at a big box discounter store for $349 as I write this. That would make the TC-L32X1 a better value than the TC-32LX14 that I am reviewing here. I paid $398 for the TC-32XL14 at the same big box discounter that I've already mentioned and will be returning this for the better value TC-L32X1. Confused yet? I hope not but I did call Panasonic to verify that the sets are the same with the exception of the iPod dock included with the TC-L32X1.

I spent the better part of two days comparing LCD sets, both 720p and 1080p. The distance from the flatscreen to the sitting area is only 6-7' so I choose a 32" LCD as the size I wanted to focus on. However I also looked at a couple 37" and 40" flatscreens, 720p and 1080p.

After looking and looking, comparing, taking notes, doing research online, reading reviews here on Amazon and elsewhere, I decided on getting the Panasonic TC-32LX14. The quality of the picture just cannot be beat, especially considering the price (and don't forget, the price is even better on t he TC-L32X1 plus that one includes the iPod dock). Compared to a 40" 1080p Toshiba Toshiba 40RV525R 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV that was selling for $578 at BJ's, the Panasonic blew it out of the water with picture quality even though it was "only" 720p.

I also like that the Panasonic had 3 HDMI connections, plus an SD card slot for viewing photos. I put about 75 photos taken from my Canon SD600 elph and was amazed at the quality of the photos displayed on the flatscreen. Just beautiful.

I will agree with other reviewers that the sound is probably the weakest aspect of this TV. But it's not a deal breaker.... for me anyway. I wish it were a bit better, with some improved bass and maybe a little more oomph to the sound, but you can't get everything in a TV this inexpensive. When you consider the picture quality, other features of the set and then add in the sound quality, this is still a terrific bargain in my opinion.

The remote control worked well, the menu system is easy to navigate. Some of the features may not be immediately, or ever, something you would use, such as the Viera Link, which only works with compatible components.

But all in all, this is one heck of a LCD TV... excellent picture quality, decent price and a brand name that you can have some trust in. Compared to the second and third tier LCD TV makers like Vizio, I feel this is a far better value and offers much better overall quality.

Pros:
-Excellent picture quality considering the price
-Good build quality
-Attractive

Cons:
-Sound is a little weak and lacks any real bass or punch.

So to reiterate, you should consider getting the Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV because it is the same set as this one but with the addition of an iPod dock and in my case, it was $50 less. I am just thrilled with my purchase and am thinking of getting another one (the TC-L32X1 that is) for the bedroom.
Great TV but HDMI problem
 
Review Date: February 6, 2010
Reviewer: New York Bargain Hunter, New York NY USA
If this TV didn't have the HDMI cable problem I would easily give it 4.5 stars because the TV views, sound and ease of use is excellent but the VIERA option kills the television. What is the point of having a few HDMI ports if you can't even use it? The TV itself controls the HDMI ports and doesn't recognize a lot of signals because it is expecting the VIERA function I am guessing. I had to return mine, I really didn't want to but it was as if I bought a TV without HDMI ports. I was really disappointed because this was one of the better 32 inch TVs I have bought in a while.
review on this lcd tv
 
Review Date: January 18, 2010
Reviewer: S. Tran, usa
i bought this product and i've been having problems with the hdmi cables i bought 3 diferent kinds of cables for my ps3 and its not compatible and panasonic said you have to get there brand hdmi cables so if anyones buying this tv for gaming don't its a hassel hope this review helps anyone that is about to buy this tv i recommend not to panasonic just wanna make more money from you cus the panasonic cable is 50$!!!!!
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Mitsubishi WD-60C9 60-Inch 1080p Flat panel DLP Home Theater

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Mitsubishi WD-60C9 60-Inch 1080p Flat panel DLP Home Theater
 
Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI
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List Price: $1,399.00
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With picture perfomance that outpaces today's smaller flat panels, Mitsubishi Home Theater TVs offer a larger than life, intensely vivid viewing experience. In screen sizes ranging from 60 to 82 Inches, Mitsubishi Home Theater TV's define the large screeen entertainment category by offering incomparable value and stronger performance than smaller flat panel televisions!

Product Details

  • Smooth 120Hz
  • Exclusive 6-Color Processor
  • Plush 1080p 5G Improved 12-bit Processing
  • 3D Ready - 3D video, gaming and dual-screen features require compatible 3D source devices, 3D glasses and IR emitters
  • Improved Video Noise Reduction

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First HDTV purchase
 
Review Date: October 1, 2009
Reviewer: Ryan Lutz, Mounds View, MN USA
This TV looks absolutely amazing, I would highly recommend anyone looking for a large TV (in the range of 60"+) to get a DLP TV. Try finding a plasma or LCD of this size that's comparably priced--they don't exist. TV is very easy to setup, has excellent picture quality, great sound (suitable until you can setup a surround sound install for it) and a great price. The only downside is that DLP televisions are thicker generally than Plasma and LCD so they aren't usually wall mounted, but for a savings of 1000+ USD, who cares?

One thing I will say is, if you go to a brightly lit showroom and compare LCD to Plasma to DLP, you will probably think that DLP isn't as good, because under that bright and harsh a light, the brighter a TV appears, the better you assume the picture quality, but then when you bring it home those super bright colors just appear washed out and harsh. Also, when dealing with LCD and Plasma, after 20,000 or so hours they will be significantly dimmer and at around 40,000 hours they will probably be unwatchable and you'll have to buy an entirely new TV. With DLP, after a few years you just need to pop in a new lamp at the cost of around 100 bucks, and you've basically got a brand new TV.

Bottom line, if you want a very large TV that supports 1080P and 120HZ (important for watching fast action scenes filmed at 24 FPS) and don't mind having to buy a stand instead of a wall mount kit, then DLP is the way to go and this TV is among the best value in the DLP realm.

Also, I must say buying with Amazon has proved to be a great experience. The first TV I received had a small crack in the bottom of the screen that occured during the shipping process. I called Amazon and they immediately shipped me a replacement. The carrier that came unpacked the new TV, packed up the old damaged TV, installed the new TV, and took ALL the packaging for both TV's--Completely hassle-free!
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Samsung PN58B860 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

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Samsung PN58B860 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
 
Manufacturer: Samsung
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Samsung's new 8 Series plasma flat panel HDTV represent our finest innovations in design and performance. Samsung's 8 Series E-Panel technology combined with our Ultra FilterBrightTM Plus technology provides a stunning high contrast picture even in brighter rooms. It's not just the images on screen that capture your attention, the Ultra Slim cabinet is only 1.2, deep and gives you added versatility with its stylish vibe. The new Medi@2.0 connectivity package offers customizable online content via user-friendly 'widgets,' networking capability via the DLNA standard, and playback of your camera and camcorder via USB 2.0. Add 4 advanced HDMI inputs that feature Samsung's Anynet+ (CEC standard) technology making system control of compatible A/V devices like a Blu-ray player or HTIB system a one-touch operation. If you're looking for the best Full 1080p performance and advanced connectivity, Samsung's new 8 series plasma HDTVs are designed with this in mind.

Product Details

  • 58-inch high definition TV with 1080p resolution
  • Four HDMI, two component, and one composite video input; two 15W bottom speakers and SRS TruSurround HD for a rich surround-sound experience from two speakers
  • Samsung E-panel technology like Ultra FilterBright Plus, 600Hz Subfield Motion, .001 response time, and a Mega dynamic contrast ratio for a stunning high contrast picture
  • Medi@2.0 connectivity package offers customizable online content via user-friendly "widgets," networking capability via the DLNA standard, and playback of your camera and camcorder via USB 2.0
  • One-year parts and labor warranty

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Sony Bravia® KDL-52W5150 52-inch 1080P LCD HDTV + Wall Mount Accessory Kit

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Sony Bravia® KDL-52W5150 52-inch 1080P LCD HDTV + Wall Mount Accessory Kit
 
Manufacturer: Sony
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Full HD 1080p resolution panel (1920 x 1080) accepts virtually any high definition video signal and renders it with optimum resolution, so you can take full advantage of Blu-ray Disc players and Sony PlayStation 3 entertainment systems that can deliver 1080p content.Engineered for fast-action sports, movies and games, Motionflow 120Hz technology reduces blurriness and judder. Overall, motion is smoother, sharper, and more natural when watching your favorite HD content, DVDs, and even broadcast movies and prime-time programming.Personalize your viewing experience by selecting, positioning, and resizing widgets on your Bravia HDTV display. Bravia internet widgets aresmall applications that can be accessed with the touch of one button providing you with the latest in news, weather, stock info, and much more right on your Bravia W-series HDTV.Bravia Engine 3 is the newest fully digital video processor from Sony. It uses a collection of enhanced algorithms to significantly reduce noise, enhance overall image detail, and optimize contrast so every scene produces sharp, vibrant, life-like images.Connect your compatible camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to the HDTV's USB input to view photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite MP3s.

KIT INCLUDES:
* WALL MOUNT.
* HDMI-HDMI CABLE.
* SHAMMY CLOTH.

Product Details

  • Sony Bravia KDL-52W5150 52in. 1080P 120HZ Motionflow Full HD LCD TV
  • Flat Panel TV Wall Mount
  • 6ft Gold Tipped HDMI-HDMI Cable
  • Microfiber Shammy Cleaning Cloth

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Sony KDL-52W5150 – 52 BRAVIA LCD TV – 120Hz – widescreen – 1080p (FullHD) – HDTV – black

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Sony KDL-52W5150 - 52" BRAVIA LCD TV - 120Hz - widescreen - 1080p (FullHD) - HDTV - black
 
Manufacturer: Sony
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List Price: $2,099.99
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16:9 Full HD 1080p resolution panel (1920 x 1080) accepts virtually any high definition video signal and renders it with optimum resolution, so you can take full advantage of Blu-ray Disc players and Sony PlayStation 3 entertainment systems that can deliver 1080p content.Engineered for fast-action sports, movies and games, Motionflow 120Hz technology reduces blurriness and judder. Overall, motion is smoother, sharper, and more natural when watching your favorite HD content, DVDs, and even broadcast movies and prime-time programming.Personalize your viewing experience by selecting, positioning, and resizing widgets on your Bravia HDTV display. Bravia internet widgets aresmall applications that can be accessed with the touch of one button providing you with the latest in news, weather, stock info, and much more right on your Bravia W-series HDTV.Bravia Engine 3 is the newest fully digital video processor from Sony. It uses a collection of enhanced algorithms to significantly reduce noise, enhance overall image detail, and optimize contrast so every scene produces sharp, vibrant, life-like images.Connect your compatible camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to the HDTV's USB input to view photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite MP3s.

Product Details

  • 52" screen (measured diagonally)
  • Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
  • High-gloss black finish
  • Built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)
  • Built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required)

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