Toshiba REGZA 32LV67U 32-Inch LCD HDTV with DVD Player

Toshiba REGZA 32LV67U 32-Inch LCD HDTV with DVD Player Review

UPDATED JULY 2009!: After barely 6 months of use this LCD actually blew out. We were watching television and all of a sudden everything went black... completely black. Resetting, unplugging and even praying didn't work! Luckily it was still under warranty and they came in a few days ordered a new screen and had it installed within a week. The total would have been 1500 hundred out of pocket if it weren't for the warranty. INSANITY!! Honestly, after scouring the internet I have come across the same issue repeatedly where people are stuck with this paperweight. Toshiba seems to not manufacter quality products that can make it past the first 12 months. The only upside was that there was a service center 10 minutes away and everything was in-home (from the initial inspection to the actual work)... that was a plus not having to lug around the television. You will need to have a dated receipt within 12 months and they will take pictures for service.br /br /I had purchased this set back in February 2008 and wanted to review after having it for awhile.br /br /This set with DVD player was purchased for our bedroom. The picture quality is gorgeous and vibrant. We have just moved and until we get our 42 inch Panasonic on the wall we have been using this one in the living room. It more than suffices! It looks amazing, that I could see someone using this one as a main tv if the room isn't too large.br /br /Unlike other LCDs, this one does not turn dark or grayed out when viewed from different angles. The picture quality is amazing. The colors are vibrant and bright and I feel as if it is able to get a "true black".br /br /As far as the DVD player... the reality is we have used it about 2 times; so I cannot review on the dependability. I have read and experienced that Toshiba DVD players love to conk out.br /br /The frame is very sleek and sexy, just don't touch it with your oily fingers! I wish I had purchased two when they were on sale because I can no longer find the combos anywhere.br /br /Again, if you can find it for a good price, jump on it. You will not regret it. Also wanted to mention that this set picks up an unbelievable amount of HD channels (about 90) without a cable/satellite box. We have service, but we always love to test the capability of the television.

Toshiba REGZA 32LV67U 32-Inch LCD HDTV with DVD Player Feature

• 720p Display Resolution (1366x768)
• ATSC/NTSC/QAM Tuner
• Built-in DVD Player
• SRS WOW and Game mode

Toshiba REGZA 32LV67U 32-Inch LCD HDTV with DVD Player Overview

Toshiba 32LV67 32" Regza W LCD HDTV and DVD Combo

Toshiba REGZA 32LV67U 32-Inch LCD HDTV with DVD Player Specifications

Now you can play your entertainment library on one versatile machine. Since the 32LV67 has both a DVD player and a 32-inch screen, you won't have to worry about connecting different electronic components in order to watch your favorite program. This convenience is matched only by its smart, stylish design. pbThe Value of LCD TVs/bbr Aside from their obvious aesthetic value, LCD TVs are much more practical in the home than CRT (tube-style) televisions. They take up a smaller footprint, and thus use up less floor space in the room. Also, LCD TVs are lighter and easier to move around when cleaning or redecorating. The 32LV67 is only 4.65 inches deep and weighs less than 37 pounds. Best of all, LCD screens use less power than CRTs and plasma screens./ppbFull-Featured DVD Player/bbr The 32LV67 includes an integrated, slot-loading DVD player. It has upconverting technology that improves the standard picture definition of regular DVDs to match the 1366 x 768 (720p HDTV) display resolution of the 32LV67. /ppbConnections/bbr The set has a built-in digital television tuner, so out of the box it can receive digital broadcast ATSC signals and QAM signals used by most digital cable providers. It also has a built-in 181-channel NTSC tuner, so it can also accept traditional analog signals. It is also capable of these connections: ulliHDMI inputs: 3/liliColorStream HD component video inputs: 2/liliPC monitor input: 1 (VGA 15 Pin D-Sub)/liliRF input: 1 rear/liliA/V inputs: 2 (rear and side)/liliOptical audio output: 1/li/ul/ppbAudio/bbr The SoundStrip speaker system hides the unit's speakers in a thin strip bordering the screen. They're powerful enough to deliver big stereo sound, but they don't add significantly to the size of the set. /ppToshiba's StableSound feature maintains television volume within a preset range regardless of the source signal. This is an extremely useful feature when transitioning between a quiet television program and a very loud commercial advertisement or when changing channels./ppSRS WOW, a combination of SRS 3D, TruBass, and Focus sound-expanding systems, create a 3-D sound field with improved bass response over standard TV audio and create directed, three-dimensional audio sweet spot for maximum enjoyment. The cabinet includes stereo speakers, but the TV also has optical digital output for connecting to your audio system. /ppbOther Features/bbr Channel browser shows you thumb-nail images of the last five channels you've watched at the touch of a button. You can also see previews of your preset Favorite Channels along the bottom of the screen./ppbWhat's in the Box/bbr 32LV67 32" Regza LCDVD TV, 4-item universal remote, stand, product manual/p

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Mintek MDP-1810KIT Portable DVD Player with 8-Inch LCD

Mintek MDP-1810KIT Portable DVD Player with 8-Inch LCD Review

I have had this portable DVD player (Mintek 1810) since 2003. That's right, 2003--for almost seven years. Although I took it with me on airplanes in the first few years, I have never owned a "real" home DVD player, because the Mintek is all I need. I hook it up to the various Tvs I've owned over the years and it functions as my 365-days-a-year DVD player. br /br /NEGATIVESbr /br /There is only one major negative with the Mintek 1810, and that is that the *only* way to control the DVD is to use the remote control. That is, the only buttons or controls on the actual unit itself are a Menu button, a chapter ( and ) skipping button, and the usual Play, Pause, and Stop. If you want to fast forward or rewind; change the screen format; or do any other more refined actions, you are forced to use the remote control. The remote is a good one (see below), but if you've lost it, if the battery is run out, or if it has broken, you are left with no way to refine your watching of a DVD. br /br /POSITIVESbr /br /1. Durability! Have I ever put this thing through its paces: I've lugged it through several moves; carted it around in boxes and cars and airplanes; had to open it up and dump it in an airport security bin 20-30 times; and it has even fallen off my (low) table a few times.br /br /I too was skeptical when I first bought it, worrying that this off-brand would be a waste of money. But I didn't have a lot of money to spend at the time, and did not have a laptop computer; my long and frequent airplane rides needed a modest enterntainment upgrade, and the Mintek appeared to provide it for less money than the big name brands.br /br /2. Sound Quality. This baby has better sound quality and volume control in its tiny--and powerful--speakers than my 00 LCD (brand name) flatscreen TV. When this is placed on a knee-high table and turned to a even a medium-low volume, you can hear it across an average sized room. FYI, when it's hooked up to your TV, it's best to turn down the volume of the unit completely, so you can concentrate on the sound coming through the TV.br /br /3. Decent color and picture quality; nice big screen for something so portable. br /br /NEUTRALSbr /br /The reason I am reviewing this now is because over the past few months, the mini-remote control that comes with the player has started winding down. I'm not sure exactly why, but for some reason, the battery does not hold a charge for longer than a few days now. Perhaps this is because I really abuse the remote; it falls on the ground, gets tossed about inbetween uses, and otherwise takes a beating. Because of my shoddy treatment of this remote over seven years, I'm pretty impressed with the fact that it's only now starting to run into problems. br /br /I'm now looking to find a replacement for this remote--however, if it's too expensive, I'll just buy a new Mintek. br /br /SUMMARYbr /br /I won't promise that Mintek or any other off-brand will give you the same length of years, durability, and performance as mine has. Other reviewers here have clearly had their problems with the product, and I respect their contributions. But, based on my personal experience, getting an electronic of ANY sort is a gamble--I have had a Magnavox TV-VCR combo, Sony flatscreen TV, and RCA mini flash camcorder all permanently fail within a year, a few months, and a few days, respectively. And one of these companies provided such atrocious customer service that it belied the conventional wisdom that "brand name electronics companies will stand by their product and have better repair or return than non-name brand companies."br /br /If you do not have a lot of money to spend on DVD entertainment, I say you might as well give Mintek a shot. Personally, I've been so impressed with this product, that I would buy a different product from this company in the future.

Mintek MDP-1810KIT Portable DVD Player with 8-Inch LCD Feature

• Compatible with DVD, VCD, MP3, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and Kodak Picture CDs
• 8-inch 16:9 widescreen TFT color LCD display; AC/DC power; case and headphones
• Analog, optical digital audio out; S-video, composite-video out; headphone jack
• Dolby Digital, DTS, and MPEG audio output; virtual surround; stereo speakers
• Measures 8.27 x 1.18 x 5.9 inches (W x H x D)

Mintek MDP-1810KIT Portable DVD Player with 8-Inch LCD Overview

Mintek is one the largest suppliers of DVD players in the global marketplace today. Mintek has taken the next natural step in the evolution of the company's product line combining leading DVD technology with state-of-the-art LCD technology.PRODUCT FEATURES:DVD/MP3/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/Kodak Picture CD;8" 16:9 TFT widescreen monitor;Built-in stereo speakers;Built-in anti-shock system;Optical output;AV output;High capacity rechargeable lithium battery;Multi function remote control;Car cigarette adapter included.

Mintek MDP-1810KIT Portable DVD Player with 8-Inch LCD Specifications

Whether you're traveling cross-country or want to show your DVDs at a friend's house across town, the Mintek MDP-1810KIT portable DVD player is an all-in-one, easy-to-carry entertainment package: the player and its stereo headphones slide into a supplied carry case. The unit plays DVD-Video (both NTSC and PAL-formatted discs), CDs (including recordable and rewriteable CDs), MP3-filled music discs, and Kodak Picture CDs for custom slide shows of your digital photos. A bright, 8-inch TFT(active-matrix) color LCD makes any program look great, and it's configured in a 16:9 widescreen dimension that matches the shape of most DVD movies.P At home, you can connect the player to a television (either composite- or S-video), and--when it's hooked up to a compatible audio/video receiver and multichannel speaker system--the tiny player can bring soundtracks to life with Dolby Digital 5.1-channel sound.P Designed for easy use on the road, the MDP-1810KIT includes a high-capacity rechargeable lithium battery pack, a car power adapter, and an AC power adapter. Its built-in anti-shock system helps prevent annoying interruptions. Listen through headphones or use the built-in stereo speakers. A wireless remote control will come in handy when you're sitting across the room from the player, as when you have it connected to a TV.P It supports multiple audio language tracks and multilingual subtitles, and you can select from multiple camera angles on DVDs providing that option. Among other key features are 6-mode picture zoom, 4-speed slow motion, fast forward and reverse search, chapter preview ("digest") mode, random play, and repeat play--a feature that's especially useful for trade shows or demonstrations.PbWhat's in the Box/bbr CD player, a high-capacity rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack (external), a remote control, remote battery, stereo headphones, a carrying case, an AC/DC power adapter, a vehicle DC power adapter, audio/video hookup cables, and a user's manual.

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StreamTV 55-Inch LCD Flat Panel TV with Super BluRay Player, Black

StreamTV 55-Inch LCD Flat Panel TV with Super BluRay Player, Black Review

StreamTV 55-Inch LCD Flat Panel TV with Super BluRay Player, Black Feature

• 55 inch LCD TV
• Video Conferencing
• BluRay Player Built in
• Full Browsing Capabilities using Entertainment Portal
• 500 GB HDD

StreamTV 55-Inch LCD Flat Panel TV with Super BluRay Player, Black Overview

55-Inch LCD TV. Builtin browser, Entertainment Portal, Video conferencing, over 500 FREE Live TV Channels, Download and Stream, 500 GB HDD, 3D Gaming, Plug and Play, Accessories - Remote Control, Game Controller, Camera, Keyboard with built in mouse

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