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Cheap LCD HDTV

September 30, 2009

When deciding on an LCD TV, price is obviously a factor for most consumers. The question is, which cheaper HDTVs are worth buying? Depending on your budget, consumers can choose a larger model with less than ideal quality, or a more compact model with higher quality, as both quality and size will influence the price. One way to find a quality model at a good price would be to focus on getting better picture quality rather than an abundance of features and connectivity. However, some users might want to connect to their TVs and not be concerned about having the best resolution possible. Access your situation before buying and you’ll find the best TV is the one that essentially suits your needs.

Samsung Series 4

Samsung LN32B460 32 inch model from Series 4

Samsung LN32B460 32 inch model from Series 4

Capable of 720p, each screen size of the Series 4 has a different dynamic contrast ratio, 60,000:1 for the 32-inch and 20,000:1 for the 26-inch and 22-inch. The Series 4 features CCFL backlighting technology. A Game Mode option eliminates blurring for smoother gaming experience. The Series 4 features a Wide Color Enhancer 2 that creates more brilliant colors. The Series for is also Energy Star compliant. Its SRS TruSurround HD is achieved with two 10W bottom speakers. There is also a built-in QAM cable TV tuner that receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box.

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LG LH30 series

LG 32LH30 LCD HDTV

LG 32LH30 LCD HDTV

The LH30 has a 1080p panel with 24p 2:2 pulldown film processing. It has three HDMI inputs and Super IPS panel technology. There is also a USB port for digital music and videos. LG’s the Picture Wizard is included, which allows consumers to see the effects of the basic picture controls. The company’s Smart Energy Saving technology is also featured, allowing consumers to save on bills. There are two modes of adjustable zooms and a set by program mode that automatically chooses the correct aspect ratio setting based on the signal.

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Panasonic VIERA C12 Series

Panasonic C12 LCD HDTV Series

Panasonic C12 LCD HDTV Series

The C12 Series has a resolution of 720p with a 10,000:1 contrast ratio.  Its VIERA image viewer gives users a way to share photos from an SD card reader. The C12 also has a VIERA link feature. With its PC input and two HDMI inputs, as well as composite, s-video, and component inputs, the C12 is quite versatile. With an ATSC tuner and an Energy Star rating, the C12 gives users the ability to save money on energy bills. Two built in 20W speakers are also included in the C12. The set supports a 60Hz refresh rate.

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Panasonic VIERA X1 Series

Panasonic X1 LCD HDTV Series

Panasonic X1 LCD HDTV Series

The X1 series stands out from the rest of the Panasonic line with its universal iPod dock, which gives users the ability to play iPod audio and video content by accessing the remote. Panasonic’s iPod menu system offers music, videos, and podcasts categories for users to access. The dock can also charge an iPod while it’s playing.

The X1 has a 720p native resolution and is Energy Star rated. It’s equipped with an SD card slot and the VIERA Link lets users control compatible Panasonic DVD, Blu-ray Disc player, home theater sound system and HD camcorder, with a single remote.

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Toshiba REGZA AV600 Series

Toshiba AV600 LCD HDTV Series

Toshiba AV600 LCD HDTV Series

The AV600 is equipped with a Native Mode that displays the 3% to 5% of the image that is generally lost during the normal over-scanning that is done in most TVs. The AV600 features a dedicated Gaming mode that can decrease a signal’s path to the screen for smoother reaction from a game controller. The AV600 is Energy Star rated and provides a 4000:1 contrast ratio. The AV600 line uses Toshiba’s DynaLight backlight controls for better contrast and black levels. They also have a native resolution of 720p and include PC and HDMI inputs.

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