Product type:
LCD TV
Diagonal size:
40 in
Brightness (cd/m2):
500
Dynamic Contrast Ratio:
5000:1
Resolution:
1366 x 768
Image aspect ratio:
16:9
Description:
The NEC Accusync PV40 is a 40-inch, LCD television.
Compared to other LCD TVs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $1,280.
This TV is an LCD display, which is generally the best kind of flat-panel screen for viewing in brightly-lit rooms.
Pros:
With built-in HDTV compatibility, this television can display images that are significantly sharper and more realistic than regular television, as long as the source is high definition.
(It can easily render standard-resolution digital TV broadcasts and also depict the full resolution of widescreen DVD video.)
The 3:2 pulldown feature of this unit reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD.
Cons:
None noted, given available product data.
Suitability:
An LCD TV, suited for home entertainment as well as work place applications.
Also, a wide aspect display such as this one is well suited for DVD movies recorded in the popular 16:9 format, as well as high definition programming.
Value:
Overall, this TV's features are as expected for this price.
However, you would typically pay about 20% more to get a LCD TV having similar viewable size.
Suggestions:
(1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, read CNET editors'
Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide
.
(2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, CNET encourages households to recycle their electronics.
Please explore the following website to find a recycling center in your area
Electronics Take Back Coalition
.
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