Panasonic TC-32LX85 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

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Once again Panasonic showed off it’s well done LX85 LCD TV series in 26″ and 32″ sizes at the fall CEDIA 2008 show. Probably the most impressive feature of these 720p LCDs is the wide viewing angle. They really do perform well in this category in which most LCDs are weak. They also include a gaming mode.

Panasonic TC-32LX85 Coming from a company known more for its plasma HDTVs, the Panasonic TC-32LX85 is a pleasant surprise in the 32-inch LCD category. Attractively designed and well appointed with generous connectivity, it is also a good performer overall, although by no means perfect. I was particularly impressed with the set’s color accuracy, which is something I really don’t expect from entry-level displays. Compared with the competition, the LC-32LX85 represents a compelling value in small LCD screens when you consider its performance characteristics.

The Panasonic TC-32LCX85’s offers a fairly comprehensive feature package for an entry-level 32-inch LCD TV. Its native resolution is 1366×768, or around 720p, whereas many higher-end models have a 1080p native resolution. At this screen size, however, the benefits of 1080p resolution are nearly impossible to discern with moving video, whether standard- or high-definition. If you plan on regularly using your 32-inch LCD TV as a computer monitor, however, you might want to consider a 1080p model.

Picture adjustment options are OK, but not as extensive as found on the Samsung LN32A450 or LG32LG30 for example. Preset picture modes include Cinema, Game, Custom, Vivid, and Standard. Custom can be adjusted independently per input while the others can be tweaked as well and apply to every input. Selectable color temperatures include Warm, Normal, and Cool. The Backlight feature may be the most important in terms of optimizing the panel’s picture, as it helps it achieve reasonably deep black levels when lowered from its factory setting.

Some dubious picture-adjusting features include Color Management and AI Picture, both of which should be shut off for optimum performance. AI is an auto-contrast feature that raises and lowers the light output of the panel depending on ambient room lighting. This ultimately makes black and white level a moving target, and both of these parameters really should remain constant.

This TV has great response speed of 8 ms and has AG filter progressive scan speakers. Whenever my friends or relatives come home, they are always fiddling with my TV as they are so charmed of its picture and sound quality. I am so glad; I made the right choice this time.

Specification
- Brightness – 500 cd/m2 Viewing Angle
- 178-degrees Moving Picture Response Speed
- 8ms Screen Coating/Filter
- AG Filter Progressive Scan Speakers
- 2 Full-range x 2 (L, R) Audio Output
- 20 W (10% THD) (8 ohms, 80 Hz -17kHz) Integrated ATSC Tuners ATSC / QAM / NTSC Receiving System SD Memory Card Slot
- (SDHC Compatible) Input Ports
- 3 x HDMI (1 Side), 2 x Composite Video (1 Side), S – Video, DVI Audio Input, Component Video Input, Audio Input, Digital Audio Out, Analog Audio Out
- Approximate Unit Dimensions – 22.6 (H) x 32.2 (W) x 8.9 (D) with Stand Approximate Unit Weight – 35.4 pounds

Pros: Reproduced deep black levels for a lower-priced LCD; accurate grayscale and primary colors; solid connectivity including three HDMI inputs; smart, unobtrusive styling.

Cons: Color decoding pushes red slightly; doesn’t accept 1080p sources via HDMI; no PC input; so-so standard-definition performance.

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