Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)I bought this TV at Costco for $849.00.Easy to set up out of the box and easy to connect to my network.The picture is clear even though I have yet to watch HD.The Internet Apps provide instant information and still allow you to continue watching TV.Your network will automatically update the television and new apps when available.The apps act like a carousel at the bottom of the screen with the push of a button.You can even bookmark pages within apps to appear on your carousel (I have the weather for my city appear in the carousel).There are not a ton of Apps at this time...more to come.I have read that it will be an open source application...allowing people to develop their own apps, much like the IPhone.
The remote is bluetooth and has a full qwerty keyboard.The remote is universal and can sync with bluetooth devices and those with an infrared signal.The qwerty keyboard feels rubbery, but does the trick.There is even a spot on the keyboard that looks like a gamepad for future gaming apps.
You will need a High Speed internet connection in order to view streaming content on the TV.There are several different apps at this time that provide different services for streaming video, and they are all easy to access.
The requirements to stream.
SD: 1 Mbps
720p: 2.25 Mbps
1080p: 4.5 Mbps
For the price, you will not find a comparable TV with this many options.With this TV's instant access to information, great picture quality, and bluetooth remote; this TV is the best Bang for your Buck.
Update (06/01/10):
I began having issues with the TV turning off and restarting randomly.I could force the TV to restart itself by exiting out of the Netflix App.I called Vizio Customer service and they sent someone out the same week to fix the issue.Vizio had the repairman replace both boards on the unit.So far, so good.I was concerned when the issue occured largely because of the bad reports I have read on Vizio's customer service.I on the other hand was impressed with the customer service of Vizio.They tried to troubleshoot the problem and corrected the problem quickly.They basically replaced everything on the TV except the screen.
I will provide another update if this didn't solve the issue, but would still recommend the TV.
Update (11/05/10)
After the repairman repaired both boards, I continued having issues.Vizio replaced both boards again 1 month ago.I have not had any issue since.As long as I don't have any further issues, I will be happy with the purchase.The Netflix App is nice and I use the Yahoo Fantasy Football App quite a bit as well.
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Product Description:
Enjoy extraordinary picture quality and immersive surround sound, as well as experience a whole new world of online content through your HDTV with the 42-inch VIZIO SV422XVT. It offers full 1080p high definition resolution, 240Hz motion smoothing, 50,000:1 contrast ratio, and SRS TruSurround HD for an excellent home theater experience.
Additionally, you can connect this VIZIO HDTV to the Internet via the built-in Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) or Ethernet port and use a variety of VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) to stream movies and TV shows, listen to music and get the latest news, sports and weather. The universal Bluetooth remote includes a slide-out QWERTY keypad that makes it easy to type Internet searches as well as send a Tweet or update your Facebook status.
The remote with QWERTY keypad enables you to control your TV and connect with Internet Apps.
50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio delivers deeper blacks and brighter whites.
240Hz SPS delivers 240 scenes per second.
The VIZIO SV422XVT (see larger image).
The customized Bluetooth VURIO remote with slide out QWERTY keypad (see larger image).
The SV422XVT's jack pack (see larger image).
Key Features
42-inch HDTV featuring 1920 x 1080 pixels and support for 1.06 billion colors
Full 1080P High Definition resolution gives you over 2 million pixels, making the clarity and detail of your picture razor sharp.
240Hz refresh rate delivers 240 scenes per second producing enhanced frame rate and delivering sharper clarity of fast action scenes for blur free images.
178-Degree horizontal viewing angle results in a crisp and clear picture that is easily visible from just about anywhere in the room
Two built-in 15-watt speakers provide room-filling sound.
SRS Audio Technologies: SRS TruVolume evens out dynamics to limit volume inconsistencies between programming. SRS TruSurround HD delivers immersive virtual high-definition surround sound out of the unit's two speakers.
Connect to the Internet via integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi or via the included Ethernet port
VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) let you easily connect to the Internet and stream movies and TV shows, listen to music and get the latest news, sports and weather. VIA comes with Amazon Video on Demand, Flickr, Netflix, Rhapsody, Twitter, VUDU and Yahoo TV Widgets pre-loaded on the TV, ready to launch onscreen at the touch of a single button on the remote. You can continually discover and download more apps from other content and service providers by browsing our gallery of apps that is dynamically updated right on your VIZIO HDTV. (Learn more)
Customized Bluetooth remote with slide out QWERTY keypad enables you to control your TV, even type onscreen, from any spot in the room--all without having to point the remote at the TV. This universal remote also uses infrared to control all of the A/V devices connected to their HDTV, such as DVD and Blu-ray players, VCRs, audio devices, cable and satellite set-top boxes, DVRs, and other components.
ECO HD exceeds the current Energy Star Guidelines by 50 percent below Energy Star 3.0, saving you money on your utility bills while limiting the impact on our planet.
Mercury free display: The display's backlight is environmentally-friendly due to the fact that LED backlights do not utilize mercury, an environmentally harmful substance.
Warranty: One year parts and labor; free on-site repair (available for models sized 30 inches and above); free lifetime technical support
Connections
HDMI (with HDCP): 4 (1 side)
Component: 1
Composite A/V: 1
S-Video: 1
RF: 1
PC input (15-pin, D-Sub): 1
Digital audio output: 1 optical
USB: 3 (on the side; for service and future multimedia functionality)
Dimensions
TV with stand: 39.41 x 27.12 x 9.5 inches (WxHxD); 38.14 pounds
TV without stand: 39.41 x 25.63 x 3.8 inches (WxHxD); 35.71 pounds
What size TV should you get?
What's in the Box
VIZIO HDTV, Bluetooth remote control (with batteries), power cord, safety strap, cleaning cloth, user manual, quick start guide
Technical Specifications
Screen size: 42 inches
Tuner: ATSC/Clear QAM Tuner
Native Panel Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Computer Support: 1920 x 1080, 1360 x 768, 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, 640 x 480 via VGA/HDMI
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 50,000:1 w/DCR
Brightness: 500 cd/m2 (typical)
Response Time: 4ms
Picture-in-Picture (PIP): Yes
Picture-outside-Picture (POP): Yes
Zero Bright Pixel Defect Guarantee: Yes
V-Chip: Yes
3D Comb Filter: Yes
3:2 or 2:2 Reverse Pull-down: Yes
ATSC with 8VSB and QAM demodulation: Yes
ATSC with MPEG-2 decoding: Yes
NTSC Video decoding via Video: Yes
Progressive Scan Video: Yes
Color Fine Tuning: Independent Red, Green and Blue
Panel Lamp Life (typical): 50,000 hours to half the original brightness
Voltage Range: 100~240 Vac at 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 163W average, less than 1W standby
Wall mount hole pattern: 600 x 200
Learn More
VIZIO Internet Apps
VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) connects your HDTV to a variety of online entertainment and news sources (view the VIA dock in this pop-up image). This VIZIO HDTV includes the VIZIO Internet Apps feature (VIA), and it comes pre-loaded with Amazon Video on Demand, Flickr, Netflix, Rhapsody, Twitter, VUDU and Yahoo TV Widgets, ready to launch onscreen at the touch of a single button on the premium Bluetooth universal remote control. A high-speed Internet connection is required to access content and receive product updates, and this model enables you to connect to the Internet via integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet.
When you press the VIA button on your remote, the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of your screen with a selection of different Apps that let you watch movies, TV shows, listen to music, or get weather and news information all on demand. In addition to the providers listed above, new partners for 2010 include:
blip.tv: Blip.tv is an online television network that hosts the best original shows on the Web; from scripted sitcoms and dramas to shows about fashion, technology, politics and more.
CBS: The CBS Widget offers easy access to CBS schedule information, program metadata, previews and clips, cast photos and bios, and more.
NBC: View NBC's show schedule, view full screen photo galleries and catch up on your favorite shows with up-to-date quick text recaps, cast bios, and more.
CNBC: The CNBC widget allows you to interact with CNBC's real-time stock quotes direct from the NYSE and NASDAQ, real-time watchlists to track favorite stocks, and other key analytics.
iMemories: Now all your old home movies, photos and slides can be watched directly on your VIZIO TV with iMemories. iMemories digitally converts and preserves all your favorite memories online, regardless of the original media format.
Roxio CinemaNow: The Roxio CinemaNow platform enables you to instantly access a broad range of high-quality digital entertainment from your favorite consumer electronic devices.
The Weather Channel: Get your weather forecast when you want it with the press of your remote. The Weather Channel Widget delivers current conditions, the 5-day forecast and more for your zip code and thousands more.
Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?
With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience.
If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get.
Minimum size = Viewing distance/3
Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5
Rent or Buy more than 50,000 Titles from Amazon Video On Demand
With Amazon Video On Demand, VIZIO customers can now instantly watch more than 50,000 commercial-free movies and television shows, including hit new releases and the latest episodes available in HD.Using an intuitive interface, customers can order movies right from their couch and enjoy instant playback without waiting for lengthy downloads or annoying commercials. Prices start as low as $.99 and no subscription fee is required.
Find
Choose from thousands of movies and TV shows by browsing in the Amazon Video On Demand section on your VIZIO TV. Access and add to your virtual library of purchases via Amazon Video On Demand's Your Video Library and re-watch anytime on your VIZIO TV, your PC or Mac and other compatible devices.
Rent or Buy
Renting and purchasing titles is a snap with the power of Amazon's 1-click purchasing. Order new release movies and the latest TV shows right from your couch and you're watching within seconds. Prices start as low as $.99.
Watch
Using your VIZIO TV, enjoy Amazon Video On Demand's high quality video on any TV. Videos playback instantly, without waiting for a download. Purchases and rentals are added to Your Video Library and stored online by Amazon so you can conveniently watch them on your VIZIO television, PC or Mac, and other compatible devices.
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