Syntax Olevia LT27HVX 27'' Flat Panel LCD HD-Ready TV

Dynamic Brightness & Contrast Controls

Average customer rating:

27 LCD
NO CUSTOMER SERVICE
GOOD but there were too many dealbreakers for me
Works Fantastic for me...
great for a computer monitor via dvi but sucks for everything el

Syntax Olevia LT27HVX 27" Flat Panel LCD HD-Ready TV

Manufacturer: Syntax Groups Corporation
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

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Product Features:

HD-Ready: HDTV Monitor. You'll need to add an HDTV tuner (through DIRECTV, DISH Network, cable box or an off-air HDTV receiver) to receive an HD signal
HD-ready set complemented by numerous inputs like NTSC tuner input, AV, S-Video, Progressive Scan Component inputs, VGA and DVI with HDCP compatibility
Includes Syntax's new iDEA technology to deliver stellar HD content
Features audio enhancements such as lip sync and preset equalizers for rock, speech, movie, normal sound effects
19.7Hx35Wx8.3L"; 31 lbs.

ASIN: B000BKJZ0K

Product Description

27 Inch 16:9 Widescreen / Up to 1280x720 Res / 750:1 Contrast Ratio / DVI w/ HDCP Compatibility / 10w X 2 Virtual Surround / 12ms Response / NTSC Tuner

Amazon.com Product Description

Time to update your old-technology CRT TV? Zoom into the future with the 27-in ch Olevia LT27HVX flat-panel LCD TV, which is HDTV-ready. It incorporates the latest v ideo processing technology--Syntax's iDEA--as well as the enhanced iDIVA virtual surro und sound processing. More than just a high-quality TV, the set's PC inputs also make it equally suitable for home offices. It offers a black cabinet with speakers integrat ed in each side and a removable table-top stand; it's wall-mountable with an optional kit (VESA-compatible--100 x 200). It features a built-in, 181-channel NTSC tuner and c an receive high-definition (ATSC) broadcasts from an optional HD receiver.

This LCD TV provides a 1280 x 720-pixel native resolution for a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio for optimal letterbox movie watching and compatibility with 1080i/720p/480p/480 i video formats. It also offers an extra-wide 170-degree viewing angle, fast 12ms (mil lisecond) response time, 700 cd/m2 (candela per square meter) brightness rating, and 7 50:1 contrast ratio. (The higher the contrast ratio, the greater a TV's ability to dis play subtle color details and not get washed out by ambient room light.)

The LT27HVS performs 3:2 pulldown detection and reversal, too--a handy feature for wat ching progressive-scan movie programs in their native 24-frame format. To adapt 24 fra mes-per-second movies to 30 fps video, frames in the original movie must be duplicated ; 3:2 pulldown digitally corrects this duplication by removing the redundant informati on to display a frame-accurate picture. A 3D comb filter further enhances resolution b y removing blurred edges between colors and reducing dot crawl (tiny, moving dots of c olor along a sharp color separation in a vertical line, as in a depiction of a charact er's striped T-shirt). It provides PIP and split screen functionality between two diff erent video sources. Other convenience features include selectable aspect ratio (4:3, 16:9), channel return, favorite channel, closed captioning, clock/alarm, sleep timer, and V-Chip parental controls.

The 20-watt stereo audio system (two 10-watt speakers) delivers ample sound for sports and movies. The iDIVA virtual surround sound provides you with several easily adjusta ble settings that simulate an array of audio environments. It offers the following con nection options:

Composite AV (RCA): 2 in
S-Video: 2 in
Component video: 2 in
DVI: 1 in
PC VGA: 1 in
RF: 1 in
Analog audio (RCA, L/R): 1 out
Audio inputs: AV/S-Video x 2, Component x 2, Mini - Stereo Jack x 1

Syntax's iDEA Technology (Innovative Digitally Enhanced Architecture) delivers an exceptional solution to digital display complexities commonly associated with color, contrast, sharpness, motion, noise and audio lip-sync. iDEA's suite of built-in and user-selectable video/audio features delivers precise colors, sharp resolutions and audio synchronization through its advanced Digital Sound Processor (DSP).

Dynamic Brightness & Contrast Controls

Pure Edge Enhancement

Advance Sharpness Control

Maintains overall picture quality by providing consistent, balanced color levels to control shades of gradation in dark or bright image scenes. Virtually eliminates jagged edges from traditional interlaced video formats by creating refined edges around the objects on the screen. Advanced CTI / LTI algorithm improves color shifts and minimizes any type of shadowing or ghosting effects and increases sharpness and detail of pictures.

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Dynamic Noise Reduction

Black Level Extender

White Peak Limiter

Reduces motion pattern noises without blurring an image especially when watching regular OTA (Over The Air) television broadcasts and low S/N ratio video signal. Extends certain "gray levels" to black within a picture to define details lost. Analyzes and limits the amplitude of white frequencies, that can distort images resulting in a faded or washed-out appearance during bright scenes.

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Flesh Tone Control

Adaptive Luma Control

Advance DSP

Analyzes color frequencies and controls intensity of colors to give a more natural appearance. Takes whole picture and analyzes the intensity of primary and secondary colors to match that of brightness and contrast. The result is a balanced image of colors. iDEA Technology incorporates a high performance Digital Sound Processor (DSP). Through DSP's circuitry, the audio-to-video phases are analyzed and matched to prevent "lip-sync" inconsistency.

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What's in the Box
LCD TV, remote control (with batteries), table stand, AC power cord, printed operating instructions. This unit is backed by Syntax's 1-year warranty on parts and labor with onsite coverage for the first year.

Customer Reviews:

27 LCD .......2007-01-05

TV has a nice picture and works great. For the price it's a great buy.

NO CUSTOMER SERVICE.......2006-12-17

Stay away from Olevia. This company does not stand behind their products. I have a simple problem to resolve with my TV(firmware upgrade) and can't get a response from their customer service dept. or from tech. support either by email or telephone. I have been trying for at least a month. If you are thinking of buying one try calling customer service yourself to verify what I'm saying and then remember this is who you would call with a warrenty issue.

GOOD but there were too many dealbreakers for me.......2006-12-06

I'll start by saying that this was actually a pretty good TV. There were many things I liked about it but it just didn't seem as good as my other HDTVs. I currently have 4 Westinghouse models, one 32", two 37", and one 42", all LCD flat panels. I saw the 27" Olevia on sale, $[...] after rebates and figured I could use another TV around the house, this time a semi-portable one @ 27".

Like I said, the Olevia was actually a decent TV but I came up with about 10 negatives that ended up being too many dealbreakers for me. The negatives are as follows:

- It has two tuners, an NSTC (standard TV) and an ASTC (Hi-Definition). After hooking the TV into a high-def TV antenna, I still could never get Hi-Definition reception, only the grainier standard definition picture.
- Colors weren't correct. They looked okay by themselves, but terrible compared to my other Hi-def TVs. Also, when I finally tweaked everything to get the colors on the TV broadcasts to look acceptable, then the colors when I played the DVDs looked bad.
- 27" screen was too small for my bedroom (this was my bad, not the Olevia's but remember, a 27" widescreen is just not that big)
- Poor side speaker design. The speakers on the side are so large, it makes the 27" TV very wide. Only 1-1/2" narrower than my 37" LCD
- Very heavy for its size. It weighed the same as my 32" LCD TV. If you never plan on moving it, then this wouldn't be a negative.
- I never could get this monitor to work with my computer via VGA cables. It said "Out of range" everytime I tried. My other LCDs worked perfectly.
- Brightness level is okay but not as good as most LCDs I've seen
- As many other reviewers have mentioned, the speakers do emit an annoying buzz. This isn't important if you're 15 feet away, but with the small screen, if you sit 5 or 6 feet away, it is VERY annoying!
- The BLUE standby light is far too bright. Again, if this is in your living room you probably wouldn't even notice it. But in the bedroom, in the dark, the blue light glows and lights up an otherwise dark room.
- Remote control works but you have to be close and pointing right at the TV. I put in new batteries but it was still very weak.
- No multiple source input buttons. That means that, instead of just pushing ONE button to switch from an HDMI source to get to a VGA source, for example, you must push the source button and toggle thru HDMI, VGA, DVI, TUNER, etc. every single time! It gets old quickly.
- Finally, mine was missing the owner's manual on CD. A minor problem but still very annoying.

After reviewing the above issues for about 10 ten days, I finally ended up taking the TV back to the store for a full refund. If none of the forementioned problems bother you then I would say it was actually a decently built TV otherwise.

Works Fantastic for me..........2006-11-28

The only con I would say is not having program codes for universal remotes... They say the LG codes will work, and ironically they do with my LG DVD remote, but not my Scientific Atlanta remote. This was solved with the Logitech 880 Harmony remote (124$)...

I have an xbox360 hooked up to this TV through VGA and it looks fantastic! I am using the 720p, and the clearity is amazing. Gears of War is absolutely stunning!

I also have a LG DVD player hooked up through the DVI and people are always blown away by the quality, and when I tell them the price they are absolutely ecstatic.

I recently hooked up a Scientific Atlanta EXPLORER 3250HD and I have to say while I am very impressed with the HD, I think other higher end TVs outperform this one. With stills the quality is very crisp, but when any heavy action starts going on there are small grains, that HDphiles will be very upset with.

Overall I gave this 5 stars, because it is just absolutely amazing for the price. It is a great starter set if you are making the move into HD. I didn't have any buzzing sounds with it, actually I haven't had any problems with it. The speakers on the set aren't great but my 2 tower Sony speakers and 10" woofer make up for it. Also the default picture quality is bleh, but once you start messing around with the settings you realize how much control over the picture you actually have.

Good luck!

great for a computer monitor via dvi but sucks for everything el.......2006-09-07

got this tv back in april. as others have noted the hum is the most annoying part. but thankfully I using it just as a monitor. I have it hooked up to a intel mac 1.66 mini. the picture is outstanding. using component for the computer sucks. dvi is the only way to go.

basically is a great computer /tv monitor but don't use it as a tv with sound build it. the hum will drive u nuts in 5 minutes or less watching the tv with the built in sound.

by the way the more you use it the clearer the picture gets. I had 1 dead pixel when opening the box april 2006. now alls good.
so I did a 24 burn in of screen savers and everything else.

I hope mine doesn't pooped out in 2 years as others have stated.

Akai 27" LCD Flat Screen TV/DVD Combo - LCT2721AD

Average customer rating:

Great value and function
Excellent Television, and a Great Price!!
I like It.

Akai 27" LCD Flat Screen TV/DVD Combo - LCT2721AD

Manufacturer: Akai
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

HDTV Compatible : 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i; 50 / 60Hz -
PC Resolution Supporting : 640 x 480; 800 x 600; 1024 x 480
Progressive Scanning - Film Model Pull Down Conversion - Color Temperature Control
Display Resolution 1366 x 768 - Display Size 27" / 16:9 - Display Response (G to G) 10ms - Brightness (Peak) 550cd /m2 - View Angle 176 / 176
AV Input Colour System : PAL/ SECAM/ NTSC - Built-in Tuner (Analog) - OSD : English & Chinese

ASIN: B000ILSHTC

Product Description

Simplify your life!!Get the convenience of an LCD TV monitor and DVD player in one stylish entertainment package! This AKAI LCT2721AD LCD TV monitor features a 27-inch screen, 1366 x 768 maximum resolutions, 1000:1 contrast ratio, plus has a built-in HDTV tuner!!The built-in DVD player is a slot load device that not only plays DVD movies but also plays video CDs, MP3s and music CDs. This AKAI LCT2721AD LCD TV monitor includes a full function remote control for effortless navigation. Enjoy your AKAI LCD TV monitor today!

Customer Reviews:

Great value and function.......2007-07-03

I got three of these to run slide shows continuously for display and they've been great. I like the side loading DVD player because it keeps it under 4" thick. The only disadvantage I see is that you have to have the remote to use DVD menus. The button controls on the unit are limited and basically only for the TV functions. Overall it's a great value for the size and functionality for the price!

Excellent Television, and a Great Price!!.......2007-06-27

This TV is exactly what we were looking for. The built-in DVD player is a big plus. We wanted to be able to play our in-house DVD movies on this unit, and I was concerned how, and if, they would play. After reading good reviews elsewhere, I ordered it, and have been very satisfied. I would highly recommend this product to anyone.

I like It........2007-06-10

We just got it last week and it came in on time and in good condition. Since it came all the way across the states I was alittle worried. The TV picture is good and the DVD works. It was easy to hook up. I have not yet got the Dish Network remote to run the TV. Hope I can figure it out. I just have to turn it on with one remote and change the channels with the other. The price was real good from Amazon.

I would recomend it.

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