There were several reasons why I decided to go with this model: 1. Previous experience with Magnavox televisions & other electronics. 2. Number & type of hookups on unit - 1 coaxial, 1 set of HD hookups, and 1 set of composite audio/video inputs. 3. Size of unit & base.
Positive points: Overall, I was very happy with the television once I got it set up. It met all of my expectations, and the picture is pretty good. The sound is actually pretty amazing for such a small tv. I had read other reviews that said it sounded a bit tinny - the only time I experienced this was when I hooked my Dish Network satellite system up. This, however, was easily fixed by playing around with the smart sound settings on the television. The smart sound & smart video settings are great. There are several factory presets & then a personal setting for each so that you can personalize the sound & display. Once you plug in all of your cables to the back of your tv (by the way, it comes with a nice little elbow/extension for your coaxial jack to make it easier to plug in, which was a help)there is a nice panel to cover up the plugs & cables, but still leaves a hole for them. It helped make the back of the tv look a little neater without the jumble of cords.
Not really a negative, but not really positive either: The only thing that is somewhat irritating about the television is that in order to turn the power on using the remote, you must first turn on the power button located on the front of the television. I don't know if this is something that is standard with lcd tv's, but it seems kind of a hassle. I suppose that the idea is to just turn that power button on & leave it, but if you do, a small orange power indicator light stays lit. It's really not that bright, unless you are in an otherwise completely dark room. Not a huge deal if it's in a living room, but this tv is kept near my bed, and I have difficulty sleeping if it's not really dark. I'm sure not everyone has this problem, but that's really the only thing I was not completely thrilled about with this television.
All in all, I am very happy with this purchase, and if I had it to do over again, I would do the same.
Good TV and great computer monitor.
Review Date: December 18, 2005
Reviewer: lighten_up_already2, Kirkland, WA USA
I bought one of these last Summer to watch while running on my treadmill. It's great for casual TV watching. I doubt it's the best LCD TV out there, but I can find nothing offensive about it and I can watch it for hours. Typicially I run the sound through my stereo system and avoid the use of the speakers altogether, which as others have pointed out are weak.
The surprise came when my eight year old computer monitor became unuseable and I was able to use this little TV for a computer monitor on a temporary basis. It is a better computer monitor, in my opinion, than many 15" built for the purpose LCD computer monitors. I was able to use it for telecommuting all day for several days.
So, for a good if not great TV and a rather nice backup computer monitor, this to me is a good deal at the price. But, do yourself a favor and if at all possible buy a multi-year service contract.
Exceptional small flat screen TV
Review Date: November 9, 2006
Reviewer: Rod C. Mckenzie, Altadena, CA USA
What a buy - in a house with 2 large Sony TV sets (a large plasma and a slightly smaller LCD) this small and stylish flat screen from Magnavox needs little defending. The quality of picture is outstanding and it fits into specialized niches such as bathrooms, kitchens, etc. We're getting a third one of these for our study and are pleased with all the features this set has. For the price, hard to beat.
I think it's great!
Review Date: February 14, 2010
Reviewer: Skye Lambert, Grass Valley, CA
I've had mine a couple years and have gotten so much use out of it, mostly gaming, and have never had a problem with it.
Great Buy
Review Date: September 8, 2008
Reviewer: Patrick Costanzo,
I bought this TV years ago refurbished, still looks great and works very well. I would definitely recommend it.
Quality & a brand name for a reasonable price
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