Reviews of the Vizio GV42LF
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CNET Review
The Good: Reproduces relatively deep black levels; includes custom color temperature controls; solid PC performance; relatively uniform backlight; excellent PC performance.
The Bad: Inconsistent color; below-average shadow detail; backlight control not independent per input.
The Bottom Line: The Vizio GV42LF HDTV maintains the balance between competitive pricing and good performance.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 65/100 and users 82/100. Comparing these reviews to 181089 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 88/100 = Very Good.
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No Rating
hdtv-news.co.uk
Review Summary: Setting up the Gallevia GV42LF is not an easy task. All of the connection options are located at the back and all of them faces down. There are no side inputs included on the set and the connection panel - as mentioned is located in the back - is ...
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No Rating
hdtv-news.co.uk
Review Summary: The Vizio GV52LF includes four HDMI inputs that allows high definition fans to connect several devices, such as an HD player, a cable box, and an HD DVR. The set even has built-in speakers which is definitely a plus even if it does not produce the ...
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pcadvisor.co.uk
Review Summary: For its price, the Vizio GV52LF delivers competitive performance and enough attractive options to deserve the attention of budget-conscious HDTV shoppers.
Manufacturer: Vizio
Part number: GV42LF
General
- Product Type 42 in LCD TV
- Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Component, Composite
- PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
- HDCP Compatible Yes
- Dimensions With stand and speakers
- Width 42 in
- Depth 10.6 in
- Height 30.1 in
- Weight 67.9 lbs
Display
- Diagonal Size 42 in - Widescreen
- Technology TFT active matrix
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Color Depth 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
- Image Contrast Ratio 1800:1
- Brightness (cd/m2) 500
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
- Widescreen Modes Wide, Zoom, Normal, Panorama
- Viewing Angle 178 degrees
- Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees
- Pixel Response Time 8 ms
- Display Menu Language French, English, Spanish
- Analog Video Signal Composite video, S-Video
- Backlight Life 50,000 hour(s)
- Comb Filter 3D digital
- V-Chip Control Yes
- Color Temperature Control Yes
- Additional Features Parental control, Black level expander, Video noise reduction, 2:2 pull down compensation, 3:2 pull down compensation
TV Tuner
- Analog TV Tuner NTSC
- Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP), Picture-out-of-picture (POP)
- Reception System ATSC, NTSC, QAM
Digital TV Tuner
- Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
- Digital TV Modulations 8-VSB
Video Features
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Input Video Formats 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Supported Computer Resolutions 1280 x 720, 1024 x 768 (XGA), 800 x 600 (SVGA)
- Freeze Memo Yes
- Parental Channel Lock Yes
- Closed Caption Capability Yes
Remote Control
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- Supported Devices TV
Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Audio Controls Bass, Treble, Balance
- Speakers Included 2 speakers
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Detachable - 10 Watt
Connections
- Connector Type 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 5 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Rear, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear
Stands & Mounts
- Stand Included Yes
- Stand Design Tabletop
Compliances
- Compliant Standards CSA, FCC Class B certified
Miscellaneous
- Antenna None
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power AC 120/230 V
- Power Consumption Operational 280 Watt
- Compliant Standards CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B
- Battery None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight Details
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel with stand and speakers - 42 in x 10.6 in x 30.1 in x 67.9 lbs, Panel without stand - 42 in x 5.2 in x 28.5 in, Panel without stand and without speakers - 42 in x 5.2 in x 25.6 in
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Weight (Shipping) 83.1 lbs
Sustainability
- CNET Labs: Operational power consumption 215.99 Watt
- CNET Labs: Calibrated power consumption 92.32 Watt
- CNET Labs: Power consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.74 Watt
- CNET Labs: Estimated Annual Energy Cost 47.28 US Dollars
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Gallevia GV42LF 42" LCD TV from 1 online stores: Lowest Price: $699.99
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