Best Deals Panasonic Plasma TV, Panasonic PT-61LCX65 61-Inch Widescreen HD-Ready LCD Projection TV

Discover big-screen elegance. Discover Panasonic’s PT-61LCX65 high-definition liquid-crystal projection TV, a perfectly flat, 61-inch set that puts the glory of high-definition television right before your eyes. More than 5 full feet across, measured diagonally, the PT-61LCX65 offers a native resolution of 1,280 x 720 and a built-in ATSC (DTV) tuner so you’ll be set to receive free HD broadcasts right out of the box. More pixels translate into less stair-stepping artifacts, so curved and diagonal image edges look smooth and natural.

The set offers a total of 12 separate inputs, including 3 component-video inputs, an HDMI digital video input for a direct-digital connection with a DTV set-top box, and a front-panel PC input capable of VGA, SVGA, or compressed XGA resolution. A handy flash-memory slot is perfect for viewing digital slide shows of your favorite photos right off your digital camera (accepts 8 MB to 1 GB SD Cards).

A built-in CableCARD slot lets you receive standard-definition and high-definition digital broadcasts via a small card–no bulky set-top cable box required. (Contact your cable company to find out if they offer this service.)

The PT-61LCX65 is considerably less bulky than most rear-projection televisions and consumes less energy. Further, LCD displays don’t suffer from misconvergence or flicker, like their CRT counterparts. The Panasonic multimedia display incorporates thin-film transistor (TFT) technology, also known as active matrix, to improve color reproduction, eliminate ghosting, and boost response speed.

The set’s 100-watt HID (High Intensity Discharge) lamp is easily replaceable, extending the life of the set well beyond the life of a single lamp. The TV’s 2-way stereo speakers are powered by 15 watts per channel, and BBE ViVA HD3D Sound makes sure every program sounds its fullest and liveliest.

Many TVs force you to cycle through every video input in sequence when you want to change inputs. This can result in pushing the “video” button 5 or 6 times before you reach your desired source. The PT-61LCX65 lets you select video inputs directly so you can jump right to the input you need.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link the set with any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver). HDMI supports standard-definition (SD), enhanced definition (ED), or high-definition (HD) video, plus multi-channel digital audio–all using a single cable. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports up to 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements.

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Best Deals Olevia Rear Projection TVs, Olevia 565H 65-Inch 1080p LCOS Rear Projection HDTV

If you are ready to move up to the highest quality, large screen high-definition TV, the 65-inch LCoS Olevia 565H HDTV is the ideal choice for home or business. Delivering best-in-class video and audio, its heart is the 6-megapixel Brillian UltraContrast LCoS light engine.

Three 1920×1080 pixel LCoS microdisplays, each with 90% fill factor (or use of the active pixel area), 4ms response time and up to 4000:1 Sequential Contrast Ratio [(300:1 (typ.) ANSI Contrast)], ensure that rainbow effects and screen-door appearance of alternative technologies are eliminated. Video processing is powered by state-of-the-art PixelWorks DNX (Digital Natural Expression) technology. Additionally, the 565H features both DVI & HDMI inputs enabling support from 480i to 1080p content, three digital/analog tuners (1-ATSC/2-NTSC) for over-the-air broadcast TV signals, support for QAM Clear Digital Cable input, plus a super-wide 170-degree viewing angle.

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Reviews by Donnie J. “I bought this TV (from SC) because it is simply the best large (65″) flat screen TV for the money. Period. Not without flaws, blacks could be blacker, backlight uniformity could be better, heavy as heck, not the thinnest flat panel of this size… but it has a high end video processor built in, it is very well built, and unless we are talking dark and murky scenes, a terrifically detailed image (as long as the source signal is good) with excellent color rendition. The screen has a factory calibrated 6500k color temperature setting, but for some crazy reason, it isn’t the factory default. A few of the usual adjustments after chooisng the 6500k setting such as turning the brightness down and adjusting the contrast, football looks fantastic.

I chose this TV after considering the Panasonic 65″ 1080p plasma, the Samsung 63″ plasma, and the Sharp 65″ LCD. Since this isn’t in a dedicated home theater, reflections and light pollution are negatives on the plasma side of the equation. The Sharp 65″ was a lot more money and the value equation landed firmly on the side of this Olevia 65″ LCD. After two weeks, I have yet to find a single bad pixel. After 11 years of working in A/V technology at a university, I can say that finding a few bad pixels is on an LCD display is an all too common occurrence. Olevia obviously means to become a player in the industry and I would say if this TV is an example of their ability to ship a first rate quality product out the door, then they are well on their way to doing so.”

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Best Deals Sony 60 LCD Projection, Sony KDF-E60A20 60-Inch LCD Rear Projection Television

60″ of dream picture quality can be found in the KDF-E60A20 Grand WEGA 3LCD Rear Projection Television. The KDF-E60A20 delivers natural color reproduction and exceptional brightness levels due to 3LCD technology with 1366 x 768 screen resolution, which is more than a native 720p capability. This television also utilizes the Sony WEGA Engine^(TM) system to deliver detailed picture quality from any compatible video source by minimizing the digital-to-analog conversion process. Additional features include the WEGA GATE Easy Operation Guide, which allows you to easily navigate to TV functions, including favorite channels, TV channel list and external input list or settings, and a beautiful 16:9 aspect ratio. Bring the ultimate entertainment experience to your living room with the KDF-E60A20. Feature List WEGA Engine System
Delivers superb picture quality from any video source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to-analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. The engine features unique Sony technology, including:The first step in the digital processing system, Composite Component Processor2, which enhances input signal-to-noise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing.

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Sony Bravia XBR KDL-46XBR6 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

Best Deals 46 LCD TV Sale, Sony Bravia XBR KDL-46XBR6 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

BRAVIA XBR HDTVs have become the benchmark by which all others are measured, and the performance-oriented feature set on the XBR6 series shows why. Exclusive motion and color technologies deliver legendary XBR performance. 10-bit processing and 10-bit displays, x.v.Color technology and Deep Color render a wide color gamut and smooth color transitions.

Motionflow 120Hz and 24p True Cinema provide smoother picture performance with unprocessed 24p film reproduction. XBR6 Series HDTVs include Sony’s innovative DMex technology which “future-proofs” them by creating an expandable platform for connecting to devices that haven’t even been invented yet. Of course, right now they will also connect seamlessly with other Sony products like camcorders, computers, digital cameras, and the interesting new Bravia Internet Video Link. HDMI-CEC compatibility means you can control everything from one remote. They are even DLNA compliant, offer Sony’s unique PhotoTV HD, and include swivel stands.

A bold new design with a color-accented speaker grille complements the gloss black finish, which also hints at the floating glass look of previous XBR models. If you’re looking for some personalization you can purchase an optional speaker grille in multiple colors.

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