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Philips Magnavox 37MF337B 37-Inch LCD HDTV Review

Magnavox 37MF337B

Philips Magnavox 37MF337B 37-Inch LCD HDTV is the big, bright LCD screen thanks to a 3-D Y/C comb filter, dynamic contrast enhancement, and other top picture-enhancing technologies. Dual HDMI inputs make it simple to connect your favorite high-def components for an amazing home theater experience. Dolby Digital and virtual surround sound supply the incredible audio to match.With a TV that has a built-in high-definition tuner, HDTV may be received from broadcasting companies that transmit high-definition signals, or may require a subscription to a digital cable or satellite service to receive HDTV programming.

Setup is very simple. Users can opt for wall mounting with included bracketing equipment. The base is a bit awkward to slide into place. Even on a makeshift entertainment cart, the TV unit holds up very well and does not shift, slide, or wobble. It also really shows off the space-saving design the product affords.

The game player utilizes the five-pronged composite audio and video for highest quality. The computer plugs into the monitor PC port. All outlets are clearly mapped by color coding and a helpful label attached right above them. The television as monitor works on a 1360×768 resolution with a 60Hz refresh rate. The television switches from cable, game, and computer settings with a scroll of the source button with great ease.

Two minor problems with the display include a teeny-tiny medium gray color for channel input, which may blend in a little too well with the background content on your screen. While certainly unobtrusive in size, the grandiose bar display you get with pressing channel up or down, and the few moments it takes for it to go off screen are also a bit distracting. Finally, switching into television, computer, or gaming modes can sometimes cause screen errors. Switching from television to computer, for example, might overstretch the picture (maximizing applications cause them to go right off the page) or cause the screen to get thrust too far to the right (show blank, black space for a small width of screen).

Magnavox 37MF337B 37-Inch LCD HDTV is sharp, crisp, and illuminating. The PlayStation 2 really gets to show off its processing potential, and the computer screen can be filled with stacks of windows without fail. This LCD HDTV is a versatile entertainment media center that fits well in your personal bedroom or in entertaining a crowd without costing the proverbial arm and leg.

Specifications
• Inputs : HDMI w/HDCP Inputs – VGA PC Inputs – Multi analog inputs CVBS x 2/S-Video x 2/Component x 2
• Brightness : 500 Cd/m2
• Stereo Sound : 2 x 10 watts RMS
• Contrast Ratio: 1200
• Resolution : 1366 x 768
• Viewing Angle : H/V 176/176 deg
• Panel Response Time : 8 ms

Pros: picture quality, sound quality, multiple ports for high-end gaming and computer usage

Cons: minor display issues, screen refresh issues between modes

The Bottom Line: This fully-featured television set gives high quality at solid pricing and can easily meet a wide range of entertainment needs.

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