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Primary colors were accurate with the exception of green, which was tinged a bit too yellow."
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minimal false contouring"
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excellent, versatile picture-in-picture function"
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dot-by-dot version of 1080i and 1080p sources for the sharpest possible picture with no overscan"
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best picture"
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best image"
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Great picture."
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circuitcity.com
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exquisite picture quality"
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the most powerful, highest resolution in HD entertainment today"
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full high definition television and life-like imagery with impeccable detail."
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the most powerful and highest resolution in High Definition entertainment today."
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the picture is exceptionally vivid."
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exquisite picture quality."
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removable speakers--a nice touch"
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detachable speakers"
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circuitcity.com
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10-watt speakers and a built-in tweeter deliver brilliant sound quality."
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CNet
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it was a bit confusing to have to use the menu key, as opposed to a dedicated "back" button, to move to a previous level in the menus."
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We turned off all of the Advanced control options, none of which seemed to improve the picture, and cranked down the color control significantly to achieve the right balance."
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custom color temperature controls"
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The set's menu system is straightforward and simple enough to use"
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on-screen menus display small, blue text"
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it lacks front-panel connections"
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comprehensive connectivity"
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lacks front-panel connections"
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PCWorld
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the inputs are difficult to get to, and the on-screen menus--which present you with small, blue text against a blue background--are needlessly hard to read."
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As usual, we found a lot to like about the GV42LF's picture, especially considering its price: it can deliver a relatively deep black, its color after adjustment isn't bad, and it makes an excellent computer monitor."
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ample picture controls"
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dot-by-dot version of 1080i and 1080p sources for the sharpest possible picture with no overscan"
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PCWorld
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best picture"
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best image"
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Great picture."
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circuitcity.com
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exquisite picture quality"
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you can put your Vizio Gallevia Liquid Crystal HDTV virtually anywhere--near doors, windows, and lamps--and the picture will be vivid and strong."
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lcdtvbuyingguide.com
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the picture is exceptionally vivid."
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screen
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their glass screens reflect more light than matte LCDs."
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circuitcity.com
CircuitCity
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full high definition television and life-like imagery with impeccable detail."
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lcdtvbuyingguide.com
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the most powerful and highest resolution in High Definition entertainment today."
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connectivity
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CNet
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it lacks front-panel connections"
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comprehensive connectivity"
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lacks front-panel connections"
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PCWorld
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the inputs are difficult to get to, and the on-screen menus--which present you with small, blue text against a blue background--are needlessly hard to read."
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CNet
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Primary colors were accurate with the exception of green, which was tinged a bit too yellow."
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includes custom color temperature controls."
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Inconsistent color"
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we had to reduce the color control to maintain accurate skin tones"
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lcdtvbuyingguide.com
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exquisite picture quality."
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CNet
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Reproduces relatively deep black levels"
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deep black-level reproduction"
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Black levels were nearly identical, although the GV42L did get a tiny bit darker, and its peak brightness was likewise a tad higher--but not enough to lend credence to the contrast-ratio claims."
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it can deliver a relatively deep black, its color after adjustment isn't bad, and it makes an excellent computer monitor."
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resolution
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native resolution of 1,920x1,080 pixels--the most available today--which enables the set to display every detail of 1080i and 1080p sources"
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PCWorld
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lack of 1080i or 1080p capabilities."
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circuitcity.com
CircuitCity
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the most powerful, highest resolution in HD entertainment today"
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fast response panel"
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lcdtvbuyingguide.com
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Capable of 1080P resolution, and built with a fast response panel"
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A healthier selection of four modes is available for standard-definition sources."
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performance
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CNet
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excellent PC performance"
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solid PC performance"
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design
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There's nothing special about the Vizio GV42LF's familiar appearance, but it's fairly handsome nonetheless"
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Very low price."
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best price"
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Low price."
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menu
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CNet
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it was a bit confusing to have to use the menu key, as opposed to a dedicated "back" button, to move to a previous level in the menus."
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review.zdnet.com
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The set's menu system is straightforward and simple enough to use"
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PCWorld
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on-screen menus display small, blue text"
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remote
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CNet
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Every key on the midsized remote is illuminated"
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control
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review.zdnet.com
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We turned off all of the Advanced control options, none of which seemed to improve the picture, and cranked down the color control significantly to achieve the right balance."
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custom color temperature controls"
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speaker
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CNet
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removable speakers--a nice touch"
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detachable speakers"
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circuitcity.com
CircuitCity
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10-watt speakers and a built-in tweeter deliver brilliant sound quality."
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buttons
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PCWorld
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many small, difficult-to-find buttons"
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tones
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CNet
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Unfortunately we had to reduce the color control to maintain accurate skin tones"
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aspect ratio
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CNet
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just two aspect ratio modes for HD sources"
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Vizio's selection of aspect ratio controls is average: three for high-def sources and four for standard-def."
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uniformity
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CNet
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Uniformity in brighter areas and scenes was good enough to not be noticeable during normal program material."
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Uniformity across the Vizio's screen was fairly good for an LCD."
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relatively uniform backlight."
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picture-in-picture
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CNet
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delivers an excellent, versatile picture-in-picture function that allows numerous combinations of sources"
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review.zdnet.com
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excellent, versatile picture-in-picture function"
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false contouring
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CNet
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There was also minimal false contouring visible on the Vizio, even with difficult transitions from dark to shadow"
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review.zdnet.com
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minimal false contouring"
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burn-in
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PCWorld
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No burn-in prevention features."
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edge enhancement
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CNet
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Nondefeatable edge enhancement"
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Read Reviews
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PCWorld
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Vizio Gallevia GV42LF
If you're leery about plasma sets and you care only about finding the best image or the best price (or both), this set is for you.
Please Wait...
In our November issue's HDTV roundup, this set finished third (out of twelve sets) in our image-quality judging, just behind two plasma models. Our
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» Read Review
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PCWorld
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Vizio Gallevia GV42LF
If you're leery about plasma sets and you care only about finding the best image or the best price (or both), this set is for you.
Please Wait...
In our November issue's HDTV roundup, this set finished third (out of twelve sets) in our image-quality judging, just behind two plasma models. Our
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» Read Review
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3.
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lcdtvbuyingguide.com
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Vizio GV42LF Gallevia Series Flat Panel HDTV
Such vivid color and exquisite picture quality. Experience the new Full High-Definition 1080p LCD VIZIO Gallevia GV42LF featuring the most powerful and highest resolution in High Definition entertainment today. Capable of 1080P resolution, and built with a fast response panel, enjoy sports,
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» Read Review
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4.
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CNet
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Vizio GV42LF
Vizio has sold a lot of HDTVs by undercutting the competition's pricing with key technologies at popular screen sizes. The GV42LF is another example, bringing 1080p resolution to a 42-inch screen at a price that's tough to beat. As usual, we found a lot to like about the GV42LF's picture, especially
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» Read Review
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5.
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PCWorld
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Vizio VP42
This plasma TV delivers excellent image quality. The set lacks burn-in prevention features, but the price is right.
Please Wait...
Who knew that you could get an image this good for a mere grand? Even though the Vizio VP42 costs less than any other television in our November issue's HDTV roun
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» Read Review
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6.
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circuitcity.com
CircuitCity
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Vizio 42" LCD HDTV
Experience the most powerful, highest resolution in HD entertainment today with the LCD Vizio Gallevia GV42LF. Capable of 1080p resolution, and built with a fast response panel, you'll enjoy sports, action movies, and your favorite TV shows in incredibly life-like imagery and color. With such exquis
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» Read Review
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7.
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CNet
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Vizio GV42L
Including its matching silver stand, the GV42L HDTV measures about 42.3 by 29.8 by 11.4 inches (WHD)--a bit bigger than some 42-inch flat panels and slightly wider than the L42--and weighs 73.5 pounds. Like all flat-panel HDTVs, it can be wall-mounted with a special kit such as one available direct
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» Read Review
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review.zdnet.com
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Vizio GV42LF
Vizio has sold a lot of HDTVs by undercutting the competition's pricing with key technologies at popular screen sizes. The GV42LF is another example, bringing 1080p resolution to a 42-inch screen at a price that's tough to beat. As usual, we found a lot to like about the GV42LF's picture, especially
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» Read Review
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