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Vizio XVT 42'' SV420 120Hz 1080p LCD HDTV | 
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| Brand: Vizio
Category: CE
List Price: $1,199.00
Buy New: $1,089.00
You Save: $110.00 (9%)
New (2) from $1,089.00
Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 7819
MPN: A1666949
Model: SV420
UPC: 335578421088
EAN: 0335578421088
ASIN: B001G93SQ2
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 42" wide display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels for Movie Theater media experience | | • | wide screen angle of 178/178 degrees gives crisp images from most corners of your room | | • | Captures the action with 120hz motion estimation and motion compensation technology | | • | Brilliant picture quality with over 1.07 billion colors, 6500:1 dynamic contrast ratio will enhance your viewing experience | | • | 4, HDMI inputs for excellent digital connectivity |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Add style and elegance to your media experience. Enjoy stunning visual effects with a maximum resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 pixels and more than 1.07 billion colors. This HDTV lets you enjoy DVD Movies and is an ideal choice for a mind-boggling game experience. VIZIO 'XVT' was designed from the ground up to set a new standard of Full High Definition technology. Starting with the remarkable refresh rate of 120Hz, the VIZIO SV420XVT FHDTV adds Full High Definition 1080p, 4x HDMI inputs, SRS TruSurround XT sound and Smooth Motion picture technology to deliver impeccable results. Add more than 2-Million pixels and dynamic 6,500:1 contrast ratio, your new VIZIO SV420XVT is the newest caliber of technology in the Full High Definition Television space. 120Hz, Full HD 1920 x 1080 native Resolution LCD - 120Hz refresh rate coupled with 1920x1080 resolution provides only the smoothest-motion imagery. Enjoy DVD movies, gaming, or High Definition television with astounding clarity. Add 1080p processing power for Full High Definition viewing .An all new chassis design with elegant slim piano-black bezel construction and brushed silver accents. SRS TruSurroundXT - Three built-in speakers provide the ultimate home theatre sound solution that will truly set it apart from the competition. A viewing angle of up to 178 degrees produces crisp and clear pictures that are visible from any seat in the house. Integrated Digital/QAM television tuner - enjoy high definition and regular television programs with or without paid high definition service. TVs 40' and larger are not available to ship to AK or HI
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| Customer Reviews:
Vizio XVT Clear Picture, Good Sound December 1, 2008
My mother purchased one of these from another retailer, (This is her 1st HDTV) and I set it up for her today. She currently doesn't have any true HD content, but all of the SD content through both component and composite sources is very good quality. When she upgrades her Dish Network DVR it will be interesting to see the quality. Most suprising thing about the set, was the sound from the 3 hidden speakers. It is clear and has ample volume for her use. Will need to see how well the set holds up, but first impression is excellent.
Great bang for your buck November 24, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I purchased the Vizio SV420XVT to replace my not-so-old Vizio VX42L, a TV that I had nothing but problems with. My first VX had severe backlight bleeding, and the replacement unit developed audio dropouts, so I decided that perhaps I should abandon that model altogether and upgrade to Vizio's 120Hz model.
Straight out the box, this TV makes a powerful impression. Its settings are nearly dead-on, but there are of course tweaks to be made. I am still undecided in my opinion of the Smooth Motion feature; it is far too unstable to use for movies, but decent enough for sports games. It essentially creates an extra 4 frames for every 1 frame of input, increasing framerates from 24 frames/sec to 120 frames/sec. During movies, this can lead to herky jerky movements in fast moving scenes, while at the same time create smooth as butter motion in slower scenes. The effect is very similar to watching a soap opera, and I definitely prefer watching my movies at 24 frames/sec.
There are many extra features built into the TV, but I find that the picture looks best and performs most reliably with them turned off, with the exception of Adaptive Luma. Even without these features enabled, the picture is jaw-droppingly good. Blacks are much more solid than earlier models, color accuracy is greater, and contrast is surprisingly good.
The addition of an optical digital audio output is a very nice feature to have on a "value minded" TV as well. This complements the gaming performance of this set nicely. Both PC and current generation consoles look amazing on this TV, and you will not be disappointed if gaming is your main reason for purchasing.
QAM tuning seems to be hit-or-miss, depending on your cabling. The tuner had some issues pulling in channels when the coax run was longer than 25 feet, but that is the weakest feature I have found so far in the entire unit.
The remote is a step backwards from the older units, in my opinion. Far too flimsy and lightweight, it offers many choices for functions like PIP, but has no PC/RGB input button as the older remotes did. That means switching to the PC input requires navigating a scrolling menu, something that is just downright ridiculous in this day and age of HTPCs. Kind of a moot point, however, since most people have a nice universal remote anyways.
In short, I think this TV is a great deal for the money. You have to remember that this is Vizio's first foray into the world of 120Hz LCD sets, and they are nipping at the heels of Samsung and Sony, who are already on their second generations.
Below I have provided the settings I have found to be the best for all around quality:
Picture Menu
Picture mode: Movie
Backlight: 33
Brightness: 49
Contrast: 50
Color: 40
Tint: 0
Sharpness: 4
Advanced Video Menu
Noise Reduction: Off
Color Enhancement: Off
Advanced Adaptive Luma: On
Enhanced Contrast Ratio: Off
Color Temperature: Normal
- Red: 127
- Green: 129
- Blue: 128
Smooth Motion: Off
Real Cinema Mode: Off
Simply the best HDTV I have ever owned!!! November 20, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
if you are looking for the biggest bang for your buck television and you want a 42" look no further this is simply the greatest HD I have ever owned I can go on and on about it Bluray movies look completely spectacular in 1080p full HD resolution the images are so crisp and look like they are popping off the screen its almost too real I have sony bravia surround sound home theater system hooked up to this set as well and I could not ask for more also I am a gamer and let me tell you PS3 in full 1080p high definition glory looks absolutely breathtaking on this TV!! Call of Duty World at War looks so real its unbelievable! anyway I believe Vizio is the next big contender to the likes of Sony, Samsung, and all these other high priced brands the quality is the same as them if not better, and you cannot beat the price! definatly would 100% recommend buying not only because its 1080p (full high definition resolution) but the refresh rate of 120Hz and the True Surround technology built in really put this set over the top!!!
XBOX 360/Blue Ray connected November 16, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought this TV for my XBOX 360 and Blue Ray player. They both look awesome. I've played the latest games on it, GoW2 and Fable 2. The refresh rate on the TV make the games look entirely fluid. The Blue Ray looks just as good as it does at Best Buy with their Sony TV and Sony player set up. The TV comes with an HDMI cord, which is nice to have. The set up is very fast and stupid guy-proof. You won't be sorry if you buy this TV for your XBOX.
awesome November 7, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought this tv mainly for gaming and thats where this tv shines. The full HD is amazing and the 120ghz doubles the frame rate which is great. Overall, If you play a lot of video games this is the one to go for. Gears of War 1 and 2 especially are beautiful.
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