Product Description
JVC offers the 688 series 42-inch LT-42X688 LCD TV in a new black cabinet. To ensure the best possible picture, this set features JVC's Genessa chip, a 32-bit CPU processor that combines all image processing, noise reduction and color management technologies together onto a single chip for more efficient communication, and thus better performance. Genessa includes JVC's Motion Adaptive Dynamic Gamma control, an algorithm that preserves tonal details and gradations in dark areas so that the image doesn't appear muddy.Genessa also includes Digital Video Noise Reduction that reduces the graininess for both analog and digital video sources, a Block Noise Suppressor that detects and eliminates "block noise", a Mosquito Noise Suppressor that eliminates noise in low bit-rate signals without degrading the image, and a 3D Y/C comb filter with DTV Cross Color Eliminator that uses an advanced 10-bit 3D Y/C separation process to eliminate cross color and dot interference that is imbedded in older source material.Standard definition signals are improved through new Natural Progressive IP conversion, improved scaler performance and a new PLL (phase lock loop) system that improves the performance of a composite signal.
Customer Reviews:
Very Happy with this product.......2007-12-23
I have never bought anything this expensive over the internet so I was pretty leary; especially when Amazon turned my order over to an independent contractor. But everything turned out just great; I got a great product at a great price and delivered very quickly. I will probably never shop Best Buy again. Vann's, the independent contractor was excellent. This 42 inch HD LCD tv is great; I feel like I saved $900 off the original price plus shipping was free. Setup was relatively easy. I'm glad I shop Amazon.com! Try playing the HD version of The Shooter on this LCD; awesome!
Amazing TV.......2007-12-22
I did a lot of research before I purchased this tv and I am glad I did. This tv has a great picture and is amazingly simple to setup. I have only been watching it for about 4 hours now, but it seems to be a great tv. I would reccomend this tv to anyone. It has a great price to.
Good TV but..........2007-12-19
I purchased this tv to replace my 31" CRT base JVC as our main TV. I love the look and options to this tv. I would have liked to have seen an additional HDMI and RCA jacks on the side as well as PIP. My complaints are, after power on is pressed, it takes 4-6 seconds before it displays a picture/sound, there is a lag of about .5 to 1 sec to change channels, this includes switching video inputs, (I can deal with the short delay here, we just can't stand the long power on lag) and there is no " - " button on the remote (since I still only have comcast analog cable service, but I do pick up the unencrypted digital signals but they are channels like 71-1 - I have seen no name brands in the 20" range have this button) to tune directly to these channels.
I can't wait to try the PS3 connected to HDMI connector to see the picture quality. I also have not tried the usb connector yet. I do see a few HD channels and they look fantastic, especially football games.
My JVC CRT SDTV still looks great and since it is 10 years old, this is one major reason for selecting JVC again. I am going to contact JVC to see if there is an issue with my TV on the power on lag. If it had not been for the power on lag and the lack of - button on the remote, I would have rated this TV a 5 instead of 4
Joe
Couldn't be happier.......2007-12-18
JVC LT-42X688 42" 1080p LCD HDTV
Great TV! Love the HD and it's quite affordable.
JVC 1080P 42WX688.......2007-12-17
I picked up this 42" LCD HDTV from Sams club, under a different model number, and have been excited by it's performance for the entire 3 months I have owned it. HD pictures are rich and vibrant as to be expected. Standard resolution looks good, but it is important to understand that the image quality is only as good as the source. Some non-hd digital channels look awesome, near HD quality in overall appearance. I am consistenly stunned. However, when a non-hd channel source material sucks, this TV really lets you know it; faithfully reproducing every bit of that crappy signal you are receiving.
Some intersting features about this set are:
--It upconverts all inputs to 1080P.
--The remote actually has dedicated buttons for source input selection...no more cycling through menus until you reach the input you want.
--Built in speakers are actually very good.
-I prefer a surround sound typically, but the sound from this set is above average and my family and I often find ourselves using only the TV speakers for normal everyday use. This TV recreates virtual surround sound very well.
I also own a 47" Philips 1080P LCd (from Sam's Club) and a 37" sony Bravia LCD from BB. Of all three Tv's the JVC performs the best at 1080P/I for movies over HDMI. The Phillips handles the xbo360 the best with 1080P over compnent. I am really dissapointed in the sony. I previously had an Aquos that developed banding issues and replaced it with a Bravia. If I could, I'd return the Bravia and get another JVC.
Bottom line, I forked over twice as much for the Sony and a Sharp Aquos from big-name electronics stores and I have been happier overall with the performance and price point of both my sam's club Phillips and JVC.
I have been around home theater for a while and have roots back to RGB projection (think Ampro and Barco) and I must say that the JVC is an excellent buy. Just remember, if you are reading this as you are looking for your first set, be aware that your display usually doesn't get much better than your source signal. With that in mind, know that LCDs are less forgiving in this regard but perform better, use less power, and run cooler in every other regard.
Product Description
JVC's line-up of widescreen Full HD 1080p flat panel displays bring a new dimension to home theater, literally. JVC line-up of panels was not only engineered to excite the most extreme audiovisual enthusiasts, but also to influence the creative minds of the most discriminating home decorators.37" Full HD LCD televisions, with stylish cosmetics, take into consideration every feature the demanding digital customer is looking for now and for the future. It offers a 1300:1 contrast ratio, 500 cd/m2 and a 176 Degree Viewing. This unit connectivity takes into consideration today's digital world and includes an ATSC Tuner, Dual 1080p HDMI/HDCP Inputs, a NEW USB Photo Viewer and 2 Component Video Inputs. Ideal for any room in the house!
Customer Reviews:
exceptional and what a price!!!.......2007-12-18
excellant picture outstanding resolution surprised the price so low,however it does take about a minute to start up,and usb plug in is in the rear of the tv making it cumbersome to get to. but the picture is worth it.
Great Picture, slow to turn on.......2007-11-18
Strangely, this TV takes almost 30 seconds to turn on. Once it's going - it has a beautiful HD picture. No noticable motion artifacts in high action shots, text is crisp and readable.
Minor issue with high contrast (black/white) seems like the tv couldn't decide how to de-interlace the detail - so the items (newspaper) kind of flickered. (not that noticable)
Upscaling non-hd sources was a little muddy, but still looks nice. Cable tv looks fine.
Tried it with a PS3, and some of the text (rainbow six-vegas) was washed out - I don't know if this was the PS3 scaling or the TV. Couldn't quite get the gamma down to show all the shades of grey correctly without getting washed out. Resistance - fall of man on the other hand was high-resolution goodness, and looks great.
The USB picture viewer shows pictures beautifully. The resolution is impressive.
Product Description
JVC offers the 788 series 42-inch LT-42X788 LCD TV, featuring black cabinet with silver trim and an ultra-thin bezel. The 788 series sets provide a higher contrast ratio, faster response time and wider viewing angle.To ensure the best possible picture, this set features JVC's Genessa chip, a 32-bit CPU processor that combines all image processing, noise reduction and color management technologies together onto a single chip for more efficient communication, and thus better performance. Genessa includes JVC's Motion Adaptive Dynamic Gamma control, an algorithm that preserves tonal details and gradations in dark areas so that the image doesn't appear muddy.Genessa also includes Digital Video Noise Reduction that reduces the graininess for both analog and digital video sources, a Block Noise Suppressor that detects and eliminates "block noise", a Mosquito Noise Suppressor that eliminates noise in low bit-rate signals without degrading the image, and a 3D Y/C comb filter with DTV Cross Color Eliminator that uses an advanced 10-bit 3D Y/C separation process to eliminate cross color and dot interference that is imbedded in older source material.Standard definition signals are improved through new Natural Progressive IP conversion, improved scaler performance and a new PLL (phase lock loop) system that improves the performance of a composite signal.
Customer Reviews:
Great TV!.......2007-12-04
This TV is amazing! The first one I got had some issues with fine detail (particularly with single-pixel-wide sharp contrast). After some investigating I determined the set was messed up and I exchanged for a new one. The problem is gone... It looks great!
I am particularly impressed with the power consumption and energy saving features that come with this TV. Make sure to adjust the "energy saving mode," if you are an energy-miser like myself. I hooked the set up to a Watt-meter and got the following results:
ON (displaying a basketball game):
("energy saving mode" @ max): 263W
("energy saving mode" @ half): 180W
("energy saving mode" @ min): 119W
OFF:
(quick on) 17W
(norm on) 0W (resolution of meter does not show fractional Watts - so it is probably between 0W and 1W)
The energy story is great, but I got the TV for the picture - which looks amazing! Halo 3 @ 1080p - looks fantastic. Watching Monday Night Football in HD makes me wonder how people watch sports in SD anymore. I'd put this JVC HDTV up against a Samsung or any other brand any day.
My only complaint (other than having to return the first one) is that there is no DVI input - Hardly a problem considering it has 2 HDMI inputs. I am very happy with it.
JVC LT-42X788 HDTV .......2007-10-05
It has a great picture for a good price. Easy set up. I am very happy with this HDTV.
Product Description
JVC's line-up of widescreen high definition flat panel displays brings a new dimension to home theater, literally. The line-up of panels was not only engineered to excite the most extreme audiovisual 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 1200:1 contrast ratio, 500 cd/m2 and a 178 Degree Viewing. This unit's connectivity takes into consideration today's digital world and includes an ATSC Tuner, Dual HDMI/HDCP Inputs, a USB Photo Viewer and 2 Component Video Inputs. Ideal for any room in the house!
Customer Reviews:
Great TV for great price!.......2007-11-30
I bought this TV for amazing price of $500 (really nice sale :) ). For this price, I am very satisfied with the quality product I got. Image is nice and crisp. Especially HD programming - it is just awesome. The only minus I find is that the TV lacks VGA connector. If you have older computer (e.g. it does not provide DVI connector), you have to use S-VHS connection... However, for this price, I can live with that!
JVC throws down the HD gauntlet.......2007-09-10
Allow me to preface my review by saying that before buying my LCD TV I did extensive research in forums, discussion groups, and websites with user reviews like Amazon. I would have loved to have bought a Samsung or Sony, but they were out of my price range. I didn't want to cheap out with an Olevia, Septre, Element, or other "off brand." After reading more user reviews than I could handle, I finally started going to local stores to actually "see" the TVs in action.
That's when I found this JVC 32".
Its picture quality was comparable to the Samsung's and Sony's but for hundrids less.
This TV displays rich blacks with very little gray washout. No ghosting trails to speak of, and sweet bright color.
You may want to adjust the brightness because the default setting was a little dark for my tastes.
The menu allows you a very good degree of control over the picture, though I wish I had more control over the Gama instead of several gamma presets. No biggie though.
The thing I love most about the TV is the digital tuner. All new HDTV's have a digital tuner, so maybe this is nothing special, but I LOVE it.
I don't have cable, but through the antenna on my roof I get a TON of digital channels in really clear quality. To see and HD broadcast pulled out of the air from one of the major stations is just INCREDIBLE.
One thing that may annoy some is the TV's "boot-up" time. When you turn the unit on, its a good 10 seconds before you get a TV or DVD picture. Not a biggie for me though.
One time the unit did "freeze" on me and was non responsive to remote or button commands. I unplugged it, waited for 5 seconds, plugged it back in, and it was fine. That does scare me though as I've only have the unit for 1 month.
This unit makes my Xbox 360 games look Awesome (no motion blur issues), and my DVD's look great, though I now want an HD DVD player, since I've had a taste of true HD (Yum!).
The sound is really good for such small (hidden) speakers, and the unit has an audio out to send a signal to my surround system.
No VGA or DVI port, but I hook my computer up via an DVI to HDMI cable (bought here on Amazon for less than $10) and the picture is hugely awesome!
Why only four stars and not five? Well, the 1 "freeze" really scared me though nothing like that has happened since, no VGA input, & boot-up time issue. This unit is GREAT but not Perfect.
I really do recommend this TV for anyone who wants a high quality picture from a name brand, but can't afford to fork out a Grand for a TV.
Product Description
JVC offers the 788 series 47-inch LT-47X788 LCD TV, featuring black cabinet with silver trim and an ultra-thin bezel. The 788 series sets provide a higher contrast ratio, faster response time and wider viewing angle.To ensure the best possible picture, this set features JVC's Genessa chip, a 32-bit CPU processor that combines all image processing, noise reduction and color management technologies together onto a single chip for more efficient communication, and thus better performance. Genessa includes JVC's Motion Adaptive Dynamic Gamma control, an algorithm that preserves tonal details and gradations in dark areas so that the image doesn't appear muddy.Genessa also includes Digital Video Noise Reduction that reduces the graininess for both analog and digital video sources, a Block Noise Suppressor that detects and eliminates "block noise", a Mosquito Noise Suppressor that eliminates noise in low bit-rate signals without degrading the image, and a 3D Y/C comb filter with DTV Cross Color Eliminator that uses an advanced 10-bit 3D Y/C separation process to eliminate cross color and dot interference that is imbedded in older source material.Standard definition signals are improved through new Natural Progressive IP conversion, improved scaler performance and a new PLL (phase lock loop) system that improves the performance of a composite signal.
Customer Reviews:
47 inches of pure bliss.......2007-09-14
This is One of the best LCD tv's you can buy period.
Nice professional sleek black styling, excellent picture quality, Has all features you would want out of a LCD tv. HD content is awesome, SD content is better than most other TV's i demoed or brought home.
Has tuners built in (I have analog COX cable and dont use the cable box yet) picks up channels via antenna too.
Hooked to PC (nvidia 6800 XT 256 mb) 1920 x 1080 (1:1) mapping, did not have to do any settings (all auto). No Overscanning issues. Used DVI to HDMI cable.
Remote is universal and feels industrial quality.
If you are deciding between JVC/Sony/Samsung/Sharp/Panasonic I found this was the way to go.
Also if you dont have Home theater receiver, the included speakers produce excellent sound. If you do have one, this would output Optical sound for you receiver.
No Issue what so ever. Make sure you sit atleast 12-15 ft away from the TV, for perfect viewing. This TV upconverts all signals to 1080p.
The stand that comes with it is tilt and swivel.(havent tried yet)
Now I need 1080P content, which as you all know is difficult to find.
JVC LT-47X788 47" 1080p LCD HDTV.......2007-09-06
The transaction was everything it was suppose to be. I bought via Amazon to protect myself against any funny business with the supplier, which there was none, but had there been I was covered even for shipping.
The JVC 47 inch LCD TV really is nice. The only negative is there is no picture on picture which we had before, but only used once in awhile.
We get our signal via an indoor antenna, no cable/sat. With the HD TV we get great picture (yes they would be better with cable/sat, but 30-40 bucks a month to watch even more tv is not for us.
So far nothing to complain about, great color and lots of options.
Willyd1949
Product Description
JVC's widescreen high-definition flat panel display brings a new dimension to home theater, literally. This panel was not only engineered to excite the most extreme audiovisual enthusiasts, but also to influence the creative minds of the most discriminating home decorators. JVC's 42" LCD television, with stylish cosmetics, takes into consideration every feature the demanding digital customer is looking for now and for the future. This unit's connectivity takes into consideration today's digital world. It fits ideally in any room in the house!
Product Description
The 58-inch HD-58S998 brings a new look to the rear projection TV category. This TV set will easily fit on most stands and furniture designed for flat panel TVs. In addition, the set's unique side heat dissipation design and side connections allow the set to be placed flush against the wall, or even hung on the wall for further placement and d?cor flexibility. An optional JVC stand designed specifically for use with the slim HD-ILA sets will also be available.The HD-58S998 uses three native 1080p JVC D-ILA devices, LCOS (liquid crystal on silicon) technology developed by JVC that is renowned for its close pixel spacing, which delivers a bright, high contrast, smooth image. These devices are used in a JVC-developed optical engine that combines a concave mirror with the refracting lens to create a projection angle approximately 138 degrees wider and about 1.5 times greater than previous JVC technology. The wide projection angle reduces the projection distance by about 40 percent, allowing JVC to slim down the set considerably. In addition, compared to other rear projection systems that use a convex mirror, the use of a concave mirror allows the mirror to be positioned lower relative to the optical engine. This results in a shallower cabinet and allows the cabinet area below the screen to be no taller than on other JVC HD-ILA sets.
Customer Reviews:
JVC HD-58S998 "Rocks".......2007-11-26
After a month of watching this TV only 1 word adequately describes it
"Fantastic"!!!!!
P.S. Great Price and REAL Fast Delivery Time.JVC HD-58S998 58" Ultra Slim 1080p HDILA Projection HDTV
JVC HD-58S998.......2007-11-22
JVC's HD-58S998 58" Ultra Slim 1080p HDILA Projection HDTV was the first to actually exceed my expectations and meet my needs for brightness and detail for use in an all glass sun room. The only other TV I found to provide slightly better natural colors, but not better details, were the latest Pioneer/Elite plasmas which can only be used in rooms with no reflections. However, the plasmas have potential problems of longevity and burn-in (the screen can retain impressions from scrolling stock quotes for example, such as those on CNBC; and computer games that display frozen or semi-permanent images.)
Also on hand I have a 32 inch top line Sony Bravia and a 20" Vizio, the last a terrific value and performance in its price range.
LCDs, unlike the plasma variety, have far less reflective screen surfaces, meaning that light from windows and lamps will not reflect back at the viewer and interfere with his viewing.
Among the alternatives for plasma, even the top performers like the aforementioned Pioneer/Elites, are the DLPs (Texas Instrument's "Digital Light Processing" engine.) Most of these use a color wheel, creating rainbow effects that will bother some viewers, but not others. Also, DLPs have far less brightness ability and in well-lit rooms the colors may seem washed out. The LcOs chips in the JVC were developed for high-resolution space imaging, and in many respects I believe they can vastly outperform the DLP variety, even the multi-chip DLP sets.
This new technology JVC RPTV uses three chips, not one, but still, under the best conditions I could see a few motion artifacts and pixelation on shadows. I recommend viewers to reduce and adjust many of the color schemes in the menu (very easy to use); reduce contrast, brightness and sharpness; and set to "On" the NR settings in all the aspect ratios provided by JVC to get the best and most natural "feel" to hi def films and shows. You will find the factory settings far too high (and rich in colors.) If you get a brown out, even momentarily, you'll have to redo the settings, and you'll know when that happens by the overly bright technicolors you'll see when you turn the TV on. However, this is the case for other TVs too. A brownout will reset the settings to the factory settings.
This JVC provides a very realistic see-through viewing experience, very highly detailed, superb blacks and vivid colors. It can appear on the VooM channels as if there were no glass between the viewer and the scene. This effect can be startling, even breathtaking, and very realistic, as if you're viewing the scene through an open window, not through electronics. On some scenes there are pixelation effects in shadows, but not in others, so I cannot resolve whether these are from the TV or the hi def recordings.
On non-hi def films, the video processor shows excellent results, converting NTSC to a very viewable picture -- these on good broadcasts and good film. Overall, the JVC's video processor performance is among the very top of today's offerings.
It does use a heat lamp, so I do recommend getting an extended warranty. I have owned this TV for about six months and have had no problems with it. It provides a fantastic picture under difficult conditions (in an all glass sun room.) Considering the flatness, I expected some barrel distortion from the extended projection angle (as a few have reported using test gear), but I could detect none with the naked eye. It appears that the mirrors JVC uses are truly excellent and the TV provides a great value in this price category...and a performance far above this price category.
I use NORDOST component video cable instead of HDMI for my home theater system. I found the results improved over HDMI.
Product Description
NTSC Analog and ATSC Digital-Tuner / SmartSound Sound Stabilizer / 3 AudioVideo Inputs / 3D YC Comb Filter / Remote Videogame mode Velocity Scan Modulation with On/Off Digital Noise Clear Circuitry Smart Input 3 AV Inputs (1 Front, 2 Rear) MTS Stereo with SAP / Side Mounted Front Firing Speakers (Stereo Output 10.0 Watts x 2 Speakers) with HyperSurround Smart Sound Stabilizer Sound while watching TV Auto Clock Set Multi-Function Timer Sleep Timer Closed Caption w/Text Black Level Expansion Parents can control children's viewing through the use of flexible V-Chip JVC Multifunction Remote Control RF Input High Speed Channel Changer Unit Dimensions WHD - 37 x 27 x 22.5 Unit Weight - 142 lbs
Amazon.com Product Description
The 32-inch JVC AV32F577 flat-screen CRT HDTV proves you don't need to spend an arm and a leg to bring vividly colorful high-definition programming into your home. It has a widescreen, 16:9 aspect ratio that's ready for HDTV programming and letterboxed DVD movies. And it offers a variety of video technologies that will enhance your enjoyment of both standard and and high-definition pictures, including a digital comb filter, Invar shadow mask, and velocity scan modulation (with your choice of having it on or off).
The set's built-in ATSC (DTV) tuner pulls HD signals (480p/720p/1080i) right from the airwaves, and its QAM tuner is fully compatible with unscrambled HDTV cable reception via the component video input. A standard analog NTSC tuner receives standard-definition (SD) programming. For HDTV viewing, this set offers selectable 16:9 aspect ratio modes (the native high-def aspect ratio) for displaying widescreen HDTV images on this 4:3 television.
The 3D Y/C digital comb filter constantly analyzes the three dimensions of picture height, picture width, and picture changes-over-time to dramatically reduce edge image artifacts while improving transition detail. The velocity scan modulation function improves black to white image transitions for sharper detail and enhanced picture definition in high brightness operating conditions.
It also includes an Invar shadow mask for rendering detailed, high-contrast images free of geometric distortion. A shadow mask is a thin sheet of perforated metal behind the screen that restricts electron flow, each hole in the sheet corresponding to a single pixel. An Invar mask uses an alloy that's especially resistant to the high temperatures generated by the electron beam, allowing a brighter, clearer picture.
Other features include a PSIP electronic program guide, multi-function and sleep timers, black level expansion, white balance (high/low), channel and video input labeling, high-speed channel changer, and V-Chip parental controls.
The built-in, front-firing speakers produce 5 watts of power per channel for 10 watts of total power, and it also features virtual surround sound and a volume limiter. It offers the following connection options:
- Composite AV (RCA): 3 in (1 front)
- S-Video: 2 in
- Component video: 2 in
- RF: 2 in (1 digital, 1 analog)
- Audio output: 1 analog
Tech Talk
Component video (also called Y/Pb/Pr) features a three-jack video input, which provides separate connections for luminance (Y), blue color difference (PB) and red color difference (PR). This results in increased bandwidth for color information, resulting in a more accurate picture with clearer color reproduction and less bleeding than you would get with S-Video or composite (RCA yellow video plug) connections. You will need a separate RCA left/right audio cable for sound.
What's in the Box
HD-capable CRT television, remote control (with batteries), printed operating instructions
Product Description
NTSC and ATSC TV Tuners / Dual HDMI / Optical Digital Output / 1366x768 Res for 480p - 720p - 1080i display / PC Connectivity 32 Widescreen 16 - 9 Aspect Ratio / HD Range LCD Driver 800 - 1 Contrast-Ratio / 500 cd/m2 Typical Brightness 178 Degree Viewing Angle for easy view from virtually anywhere in room 75MHz Digital Super Detail (DSD) Natural Cinema (3-2 Pulldown) Panorama, Cinema, Full and Regular Aspect Modes / HD EZ Fill (Cinema Zoom and HD Panorama) New Digital Video Noise Reduction New MPEG Noise Reduction NEW Smart Sensor Technology New 3D Y/C Comb Filter with Cross Color Elimination White Character Correction Circuitry Digital Noise Clear Circuitry 5 Video Status Modes - Theater/Dynamic/Game/Standard/TheaterPro D6500K Dual HDMI / HDCP Digital Inputs for latest digital A/V hookups An analog PC Input (15 pin D-Sub XGA/VGA) lets you view your PC on your TV. Browse the web, play games, view video websites by hooking your PC to the LT-32X887 2 Component Video Inputs 2 S-Video Inputs / 3 Side AV Inputs / Single NTSC Tuner for current analog broadcasts / RF Input Front Firing Oblique Cone Speakers / 20 Watts Total Audio Power / Advanced Hyper Surround with MaxxBass Black Level Expansion High Contrast Icon Based On Screen Display XDS ID Display / XDS Auto Clock Set Interactive Plug-in Menu Multi-function Timer, Sleep Timer, 10 Minute Auto Shut-off Front Panel Lock - V-Chip - Channel Guard allow parents to monitor/restrict children's TV access Hyper Scan High Speed Channel Changer Universal Remote Control Umit Dimensions - Width 31 1/2 x Height 21 1/2 x Depth 5 7/16 / Weight 40 lbs. (measurement do not account for included stand) JVC 1-Year Parts and Labor Warranty
Amazon.com Product Description
Stylisly appointed for the most discriminating tastes, the 32-inch JVC LT32X887 LCD HDTV is a sound home theater investment for today and years to come. More than just a pretty face, it's loaded with the latest JVC video technology to ensure a long-lasting, brightly colorful picture. This set features JVC's 5th generation 770p DIST (Digital Image Scaling Technology) with the Genessa 32-bit image processing CPU, which insures faster and more efficient sampling that drastically reduces jagged edges and increases the resolution of any video source. The LT32X887 in a black cabinet; the LT32X787 offers the same size and specs, but it comes in a silver cabinet.
You'll enjoy 480p, 720p and 1080i high-definition viewing right out of the box thanks to the built-in digital ATSC tuner, which pulls HD signals right from the airwaves. You can also connect the set to an optional receiver or cable/satellite set-top box using either the dual HDMI or dual component connections. Its QAM tuner is fully compatible with unscrambled HDTV cable reception (via component or HDMI inputs), and it includes a standard analog NTSC tuner receives standard-definition (SD) programming.
This set features a 1366 x 768-pixel resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio, 178-degree viewing angle, 500 cd/m2 (candela per square meter) brightness rating, and 800:1 contrast ratio. (The higher the contrast ratio, the greater a TV's ability to display subtle color details and not get washed out by ambient room light.)
The digital 3D Y/C comb filter (with vertical contour correction) separates brightness and color signals better in 3D domain to eliminate cross-color, cross-luminance and dot-crawl distortion. It performs field-by-field comparisons of the television image to accurately separate the color from the black-and-white information and remove both horizontally and vertically hanging dots, as well as dot crawl, resulting in a razor sharp image. And JVC's exclusive Motion Adaptive Dynamic Gamma Correction (DGC) utilizes data from every signal level to ensure that tonal gradations are preserved in dark areas so images never look muddied.
The Natural Cinema feature performs 3:2 pulldown detection and reversal, too--a handy feature for watching progressive-scan movie programs in their native 24-frame format. To adapt 24 frames-per-second movies to 30 fps video, frames in the original movie must be duplicated; 3:2 pulldown digitally corrects this duplication by removing the redundant information to display a frame-accurate picture.
The set's Digital Super Detail (DSD) correction technology works with the Natural Progressive Circuitry to reproduce completely focused pictures, whether the image is still or highly active. A 5-point Color Management System (CMS) compensates for color range limitations and ensures JVC colors are reproduced with dimension and vivid detail. Other video processing and display features include digital video noise reduction, white character correction circuitry, five video status modes (theater, dynamic, game, standard, and TheaterPro D6500K), and seven aspect ratio modes with EZ Fill feature that enables you to choose the aspect ratio to suit your preferences. Other convenience features include a multi-function timer and standard sleep timer, 10-minute auto shut-off, front panel lock, high-speed channel changer, and V-Chip parental controls.
The built-in, front-firing speakers produce 10 watts of power per channel for 20 watts of total power, and it also offers virtual surround sound, advanced tone correction and a volume limiter. It offers the following connection options:
- Composite AV (RCA): 3 in
- S-Video: 2 in
- Component video: 2 in
- HDMI: 2 in
- PC VGA: 1 in
- RF: 2 in
- Audio output: 1 optical digital out, 1 headphone
Tech Talk
HDMI is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver) with your TV--all over a single cable. It provides up to a 5 GB per second bandwidth for transmitting pure digital video and audio signals with no degradation in the transfer. It can carry up to eight discrete audio channels, making it compatible with 7.1-channel surround sound systems. Signals are encrypted with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) to prevent recording. HDMI is fully backward-compatible with most DVI connections.
Component video (also called Y/Pb/Pr) features a three-jack video input, which provides separate connections for luminance (Y), blue color difference (PB) and red color difference (PR). This results in increased bandwidth for color information, resulting in a more accurate picture with clearer color reproduction and less bleeding than you would get with S-Video or composite (RCA yellow video plug) connections. You will need a separate RCA left/right audio cable for sound.
What's in the Box
LCD HDTV, removeable stand, remote control (with batteries), printed operating instructions
Customer Reviews:
Beware..........2007-09-03
Check your return policy carefully -- you will want to avoid having to deal with the manufacturer's warranty at all costs. I have the larger model of this television. Though the picture quality is good, I have found it to be overshadowed by (in my opinion) very poor customer service at JVC. I quickly realized after purchase that my television was defective; six months later it is still defective, and JVC has been less than helpful in facilitating repairs.
Impressive!.......2007-03-31
I am impressed with many aspects of this JVC LCD TV. Out of the box, the sound was much better than I expected but I didn't need since I have an external sound system. Althoug, good enough for me to use it as a weak center channel when watching tv/movies. I previously owned a 42" plasma and this 32" lcd is very close comparably in picture quality. What you can expect from a brand name like JVC that stays out front.
Most Excellent!Why?Quality,Price and it has a HEADPHONE JACK for WIRELESS HEADPHONES!SWEET!.......2007-03-30
I agree with the other reviewer. There is A LOT of competition out there with their grubby hands out ready to grab YOUR hard earned cash and pawn off their trash.
JVC has been around for a LONG time. That is your first clue for looking for a good "tried and trusted company." Also looking at the TVS lined up together and stand back and compare the quality of the picture.
But ALSO LISTEN to the sets....and listen to them LOUD!
Another feature that is a MUST is a HEADPHONE JACK. One would think that would be a standard feature and not even think to ask or look for it. BUZZ! WRONG! I was amazed at how many popular brands DID NOT carry a headphone jack on their sets! In fact, JVC and Sony were the only two in this size at BestBuy that had them!
I am VERY HAPPY with this television! When it's time to buy a bigger set for my living room (this set is in my bedroom)...I will ONLY buy JVC.
Impressive LCD.......2006-10-03
There is so much competition today among LCD televisions that I'd forgotten JVC made them. I knew they had made TVs in the past, but when I hear the brand name JVC, I clearly think of home audio or car stereo equipment. When I was in the market to purchase the latest and greatest LCD technology, JVC was not even on the radar. I had looked at Samsung, Sharp, and a few other top brands. That all changed when I saw this JVC model on sale. I could have bought the 37" for a few hundred more, but I would've had to buy a new TV stand or entertainment center--which I did not want to do. The 32" model fit perfectly. I was blown away by the picture quality but impressed with the amazing sound it cranks out of its small speakers. At first I thought I would have to buy extra speakers, but hooked up to my digital cable box using coax high-end Monster cable, running in HD, I realized I didn't have to upgrade my speakers. The high-def signal is amazing, too. This is a great TV so far, and the easy to use features on the remote make it a great investment. I highly recommend JVC! The other brands offer similar features, but JVC has really impressed me by its simplicity and the its overall quality.
Product Description
The LT-46FN97 LCD features a true 1920x1080 pixel structure that delivers resolution that rivals reality. Packed with supporting features for the most demanding digital customer like a 5th Generation Digital Image Scaling Technology (D.I.S.T. 1080p) with GENESSA Picture Processing where all signals are upconverted and displayed at 1080p, 5-Point Color Management, Motion Adaptive Dynamic Gamma Correction Circuitry, 2 HDMI/HDCP Digital Inputs, Dual IEEE1394 Connectivity, 2 HD Component Inputs and features geared to make your Standard Definition sources perform better like Mosquito Noise Suppression, Intelligent Noise Reduction Circuity, a 3D Y/C Comb Filter with Cross Color Elimination and Digital Noise Suppression. With all of these features built in it is no wonder that JVC delivers the most technologically advanced and superior 1080p LCD television available today.
Customer Reviews:
Gambled and Won.......2007-07-09
Before purchasing this TV, I had never seen it in person. I saw the 40" JVC next to a Sony and the difference was noticeable. The clarity and crispness of the picture was incredible. I read all the reviews and decided to roll the dice on the 46".
I could not be happier. It is a great TV with a great picture. The TV is partnered up with a Yamaha YSP 1100 sound projector. This combination has taken our home theater experience to another level. I would suggest getting a professional to install and make sure to get an HD box. You will not be disappointed.
I highly recommend this TV.
Absolutely beautiful!!!.......2007-05-29
This TV is everything I hoped it would be. I spent a month reading every forum and review I could find before I finally picked the JVC LT-46FN97. If you read AVSForum, you will see that many highly touted brands have chronic problems (clouds, flashlights, banding, eggs, HDMI handshake problems....). In reading a 47 page thread about the JVC, none of these problems were ever mentioned. I had finally found a 46" LCD that worked.
Not only does this unit have a beautiful picture, but the sound is the best I've ever heard from a TV. My wife thought I had the home theater speakers turned on, the first time she heard it. Also, looks great in the room. The matte black finish and the clean front panel really adds to the looks of the room.
Buy this TV!
We love this TV!.......2007-04-11
We love this TV!
It's connected to our DVR by HDMI and to a LG Home Theater in a Box with an optical digital cable. Great HD picture, great sound.
This TV is amazing! Non-Tech Review from Gift Giving Spouse.......2007-03-08
I actually made the decision to purchase this not only because of the size, HD quality and price, but mostly due to the great reviews on this thing. Read them, they really are informative on this particular item.
I have to say, the delivery service alone was fantastic. They called us before, during and after the delivery. We were impressed with that aspect even before we tore open the box and got to experience the tv itself.
Wow. This is coming from a person who can care less about televisions. I now know why people get hooked on these things. Even in the daylight, the picture is clear as a bell.
Sound is just right too. There is a speaker all along the entire bottom of the TV, so the surround sound is realistic. No enhancements needed (thankfully for the wallet).
Our first show we watched in HD was so BIG it was dizzying. Kind of like a mini-Imax theater in your home. We hooked our Xbox 360 to it and the HD games are mesmerizing.
I can't say much to add to the technical side of the reviews above and below me.
This TV was a huge value.
It does get very warm if left on all night (not something I'd recommend).
Get HD cable if you have it. Otherwise don't bother, since you'd be wasting the full potential of this thing. Big difference between HD and normal cable.
Got this for my husband who was amazed that I could get such the "perfect TV". How'd I do it? READ THE REVIEWS. TAKE NOTES. Get the right size for your home. This 46" is measured 46" from one upper corner to the opposite lower corner. Get out a tape measure and do the same to get a feel for how big you want to go. It is HUGE if you are not used to anything over 36" in old-school tv's.
Get the highest HD # out there (that 1080 p thing) and you are good to go if you are shopping around.
Also, we compared the projector versus plasma versus flat panel and came up with flat panel to be the best option.
Plasma is out if you have kids. One flying object and the screen could lose pixels (or whatever you call them). Projectors are out. Do you know how technical and huge those things still are? Wait a little longer until they get smaller and not so IF-Then -Else-ish as far as what type you need.
Flat panels - best decision we made this year so far in gadgets.
Now go read the more technical reviews and make up your own mind.
No need to search for another TV!!!.......2007-02-24
As a subscriber to Consumer Reports, I tend to consider all of the products that they mention as top-rated; however, I also do my own due diligence since I tend not to believe everything I read. However, with that said, I also value my time and would rather read about a product on the internet than go to a store and waste my time with sales people. (I also live in the city and do not own a car). So, when I read about this TV in Consumer Reports as THE top-rated LCD TV on the market, I was very excited since I was in the market to buy my first flat screen. I immediately went online to get more information about it and I must say, I am extremely satisfied with this purchase, which accounts for the most expensive single electronic item that I own. I am someone that will pay more for quality; however, I also like to seek out the best value for my money. With that said, I really can not be more pleased with this purchase! This is truly a superb value for the money. I also searched the internet for the best price on this TV after I decided to purchase it and Amazon had the overall best price (after shipping was added) which resulted in a $1500 savings from the MSRP in Consumer Reports. Also, with Amazon's "white glove" delivery, the TV was delivered to my home with the utmost in customer service. Considering that I purchased this item from my laptop without leaving my home, I figure I also saved a lot of wasted time by not having to actually go to a store. I also rely heavily on how people rate products and I must say that this product is definitely a 5 out of 5. Please note that you will have to play around with the default picture quality for all 4 Video Status (Standard, Dynamic, Theatre and Game) to get the best picture but once you save them, you will be more than pleased with the results. Plus, you can save each status individually and flip through them to get the best picture once you tune to a particular channel. (I recommend that you play with the picture quality while viewing an HD channel... also, subscribe to HD... $5 extra a month... if you truly want to reach the potential of this TV). Also, the sound quality is fantastic for a TV. I listen to the digital music channels without using a stereo system for now... however, I will probably change that in the future). In summary, this is an excellent TV for the money... hands down. DON'T use the TV with the default settings, however. You will have to read the manual and adjust everything to reach it's potential, so a little patience is needed. I spent about 2 weeks in my spare time reading and adjusting until I got it just right and now I scoff at other TVs because they just don't measure up. I can literally read the on-screen print from 40 feet away with no problem! The picture is so clear, it sometimes hurts your eyes to look at it! (I'm serious). Buy it... you won't regret it. And, oh yeah, the price keeps going up, probably due to demand (and Consumer Reports)... I paid $2300 in January 2007... so, hurry!!!
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