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LG 55UF6450 4K UHD LED SMART TV W/WEBOS |
LG 55" 55LF6100 LED TV $ 600 |
LG 47LM7600 47" 3D SMART HDTV |
LG 55LM7600 55" 3D SMART HDTV |
SAMSUNG UN50J6200 LED 1080P SMART HDTV |
SAMSUNG UN60J7000 60" LED 4K SMART HDTV |
TOSHIBA 72" DLP 72HM195 |
BRIEF REVIEWS OF SMART HDTVs THAT I HAVE USED
I chose most of these HDTVs because they did what was needed,
were Smart HDTVs and were reasonably priced (except for the Toshiba,
an expensive, Top-of-the-Line 72inch (6 FOOT diagonal picture) DLP
1080P TV - a wonderful viewing experience.
LG 55UF6450 4K UHD LED SMART 55" TV W/WEBOS
LG 55UF6450 4K UHD LED SMART 55" TV W/WEBOS
I choose this HDTV for it's IPS Panel, 4K ULTRA HD = 3840 x 2160
TruMotion 120Hz Picture. It resides in a Master Bedroom and provides
a Stellar picture.
Rated 4.3 STARS by 29 Reviewers
FEATURES:
IPS Screen. IPS 4K delivers true colors that remain more consistent at wide viewing angles,
with four times the resolution of Full HD. With IPS 4K, any seat can be the best in the house.
ULTRA HD = 3840 x 2160
Consistent 4K picture quality at wide viewing angles
Upgrade everything you watch to near-4K quality
ENERGY STAR Qualified
4K Up-scaler - Enjoy the benefits of 4K resolution right now: LG's 4K Up-scaler uses multi-step
data analysis that enhances the detail of everything you watch--HD or SD--to near-4K quality.
Optionally, Use your Smartphone to Control Your TV.
SPECIFICATIONS:
PICTURE QUALITY IPS Panel Yes
ULTRA HD (3840x2160) Yes
Refresh Rate TruMotion 120Hz
Tru-4K Engine Yes
Tru-4K Upscaler Yes
Just Scan (1:1 Pixel Matching) Yes
Real Cinema 24p Yes
4K UHD File Playback Yes
SMART TV webOS webOS 2.0
Processor Quad Core
LG Content Store (App Store) Yes
Web Browser Yes
SMART SHARE Screen Share Yes
Content Share Yes
AUDIO Speaker System 2 Channel
Output Power 20W
Mono/Stereo/Dual (MTS/SAP) Yes
Dolbyฎ Digital Decoder Yes
DTS Decoder Yes
Clear Voice II Yes
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi Direct Yes
Wi-Fi Built-In Yes
SIMPLINK (HDMI CEC) Yes
USB Video DivX HD
Photo JPEG
Audio AC3 (Dolby Digital), EAC3, HE-AAC, AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, DTS, RA, WMA
INPUTS RF in (Antenna/Cable) 1 (Rear)
Component Video In 1 (Rear)
Composite In (AV) 1 (Shared w/Component)
Optical 1 (Rear)
HDMI 3 (Rear)
USB 3.0/2.0 0 / 1 (Side)
LAN 1 (Rear)
POWER ENERGY STAR Qualified Yes
Power Supply (Voltage, Hz) 100V ~ 240V, 50/60 Hz
Standby Mode 0.3W
WALL MOUNT VESA 300x300
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT TV without Stand (WxHxD) 48.8 x 28.4 x 2.2
TV with Stand (WxHxD) 48.8 x 30.4 x 9.3
TV Shipping Dimensions (WxHxD) 52.4" x 31.9" x 5.6"
TV without Stand weight 39.2 lbs
TV with Stand weight 39.9 lbs
Shipping Weight 48.9 lbs
WARRANTY / UPC Limited Warranty
LG 55" 55LF6100 LED TV $ 600 @ BestBuy
4.7 STARS (52 reviews) <======= SHEREEN - TRY THIS ONE *****
I choose this model as a reasonably priced, 1080P resolution
Smart HDTV. It was placed in a Home Gym. <======= SHEREEN - TRY THIS ONE *****
TRUMOTION 120HZ
ENERGY STAR Qualified
1080p Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Standby Mode 0.3W
Processor Dual
Premium VOD Services Yes
Magic Remote Control Not Included (Accessory)
Natural Voice Recognition Yes (Ready)
Universal Control Capability Yes (Ready)
LG Content Store (App Store) Yes
Web Browser Yes
AUDIO Speaker System 2 Channel
Audio Output Power (Watts - THD 10%) 20W
Sound System Virtual Surround Plus
Mono/Stereo/Dual (MTS/SAP) Yes
Dolbyฎ Digital Decoder Yes
DTS Decoder Yes
Clear Voice II Yes
Wireless Sound Sync Yes (Ready)
CONNECTIVITY WiFi Direct Yes
Wi-Fi Built-in Yes
SIMPLINK (HDMI CEC) Yes
Video DivX HD
Photo JPEG
Audio AC3(Dolby Digital), EAC3, HE-AAC, AAC, MP2, MP3, PC M, DTS, RA, WMA
AV INPUTS/OUTPUTS RF In (Antenna/Cable) 1 (Rear)
Component Video In 1 (Rear)
Composite In (AV) 1 (shared w/Component)
HDMIฎ 3 (Side)
USB 3.0/2.0 0 / 3 (Side)
Digital Audio Out (Optical) 1 (Rear)
LAN 1 (Rear)
RS232 1 (Rear, Phone Jack)
WALL MOUNT VESA Yes
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT TV without Stand (WxHxD) 48.9 x 28.3 x 2.2
TV with Stand (WxHxD) 48.9 x 30.4 x 10
TV Shipping Dimensions (WxHxD) 52.4" x 31.9" x 6.9"
TV without Stand Weight 39.6 lbs
TV with Stand Weight 40.5 lbs
Shipping Weight 50.2 lbs
WARRANTY / UPC Limited Warranty 1 Year Parts & Labor
UPC 719192597037
55LF6100 - 55" Class (54.6" Diagonal) 1080p Smart LED TV
LG 47LM7600 47inch-HDTV - 3D SMART
LG LM7600 47inch-HDTV - (NICE) 3D - SMART
47" LM7600 3D Smart TV - ALL MANUALS, Documentation
I chose this TV because it had an awesome 3D picture, was Smart.
and provided an excellent picture (Resolution 1920 x 1080p with
a Response Time TruMotion of 240Hz. It was also the correct size
for the Home Office room in which it was used.
LED LCD CINEMA 3D SMART TV
CINEMA 3D
Comfortable 3D Glasses
(6 Pairs Included)
3D Depth Control
3D Sound Zooming
2D to 3D Conversion
Dual Play Gaming
3D Zone
SMART TV
Magic Remote
Home Dashboard
Smart Share
- Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
- Network File Browser
- Wi-Fi Screen Share
PICTURE QUALITY
LED Plus
Local Dimming
Full HD 1080p Resolution
Triple XD Engine
TruMotion 240Hz
Resolution Upscaler
DESIGN
Cinema Screen
Ribbon Stand
PANEL SPECIFICATIONS
Screen Size Class = 47LM7600 47" Class (46.9" diagonal)
Resolution 1920 x 1080p
BLU Type Edge LED Plus
Response Time TruMotion 240Hz
Local Dimming
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 9,000,000:1
BROADCASTING SYSTEM
Analog
Digital ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM (1 Tuner)
VIDEO
Triple XD Engine
Resolution Upscaler (Plus/Basic) (Basic)
Picture Mode 7 Modes (Intelligent Sensor/Vivid/Standard/Cinema/
Game/ISF Expert 1/ISF Expert 2)
Picture Wizard II
Aspect Ratio 5 Modes (16:9/Just Scan/Set by Program/4:3/
Cinema Zoom 1)
Just Scan (1:1 Pixel Matching) HDMI 1080p/1080i/720p
0% OverScan Component 1080p/1080i/720p
RF 1080p/1080i/720p
AV Mode (Picture & Sound) 3 Modes (Cinema/Game/Off)
AUDIO
Mono/Stereo/Dual (MTS/SAP)
Dolby Digital Decoder
Speaker System 1 Way 2 Speakers
Audio Output (Watts - THD 10%) 10W + 10W
Virtual Surround
Clear Voice II
Sound Mode 7 Modes (Standard/Music/Cinema/Sport/
Game/Vivid/User Setting
Sound Optimizer 3 Modes (Low/Medium/High)
Mute (Normal/2 Level) (Normal)
3D FEATURES
3D Type FPR (Passive)
3D Format Auto Correction
3D to 2D
2D to 3D
3D Depth Control (3D & 2D to 3D) 20 Levels
3D Viewpoint Control (3D & 2D to 3D) 20 Levels
3D Image Correction
3D Sound Zooming
Dual Play Capable (AG-F310DP glasses required and sold seperately)
SMART TV FEATURES
Home Dashboard 2.0
App Store
Premium Content Providers
Full Web Browser
Social Center
Search & Recommendation
3D World (3D Content Streaming)
Skype Ready (Camera required and sold seperately.
Skype subscription also required.)
Smart Phone Remote Support
Picture in Picture (Web/Skype)
CONNECTIVITY
Wi-Fi Ready / Built-in (Built-in)
WiFi Direct
Media Link
DLNA (Movie/Photo/Music)
Windows 7 Certified
WiFi Display
Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
LG 55LM7600 55" (NICE) 3D - SMART
55LM7600 3D Smart TV - ALL MANUALS, Documentation
I chose this TV because it had an awesome 3D picture, was Smart
and provided an excellent picture (Resolution 1920 x 1080p with
a Response Time TruMotion of 240Hz. It was also the correct size
for the living room in which it was used.
LED LCD CINEMA 3D SMART TV
CINEMA 3D
Comfortable 3D Glasses
(6 Pairs Included)
3D Depth Control
3D Sound Zooming
2D to 3D Conversion
Dual Play Gaming
3D Zone
SMART TV
Magic Remote
Home Dashboard
Smart Share
- Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
- Network File Browser
- Wi-Fi Screen Share
PICTURE QUALITY
LED Plus
Local Dimming
Full HD 1080p Resolution
Triple XD Engine
TruMotion 240Hz
Resolution Upscaler
DESIGN
Cinema Screen
Ribbon Stand
PANEL SPECIFICATIONS
Screen Size Class (diagonal) 55LM7600 55" Class (54.6" diagonal)
Resolution 1920 x 1080p
BLU Type Edge LED Plus
Response Time TruMotion 240Hz
Local Dimming
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 9,000,000:1
BROADCASTING SYSTEM
Analog
Digital ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM (1 Tuner)
VIDEO
Triple XD Engine
Resolution Upscaler (Plus/Basic) (Basic)
Picture Mode 7 Modes (Intelligent Sensor/Vivid/Standard/Cinema/
Game/ISF Expert 1/ISF Expert 2)
Picture Wizard II
Aspect Ratio 5 Modes (16:9/Just Scan/Set by Program/4:3/
Cinema Zoom 1)
Just Scan (1:1 Pixel Matching) HDMI 1080p/1080i/720p
0% OverScan Component 1080p/1080i/720p
RF 1080p/1080i/720p
AV Mode (Picture & Sound) 3 Modes (Cinema/Game/Off)
AUDIO
Mono/Stereo/Dual (MTS/SAP)
Dolby Digital Decoder
Speaker System 1 Way 2 Speakers
Audio Output (Watts - THD 10%) 10W + 10W
Virtual Surround
Clear Voice II
Sound Mode 7 Modes (Standard/Music/Cinema/Sport/
Game/Vivid/User Setting
Sound Optimizer 3 Modes (Low/Medium/High)
Mute (Normal/2 Level) (Normal)
3D FEATURES
3D Type FPR (Passive)
3D Format Auto Correction
3D to 2D
2D to 3D
3D Depth Control (3D & 2D to 3D) 20 Levels
3D Viewpoint Control (3D & 2D to 3D) 20 Levels
3D Image Correction
3D Sound Zooming
Dual Play Capable (AG-F310DP glasses required and sold seperately)
SMART TV FEATURES
Home Dashboard 2.0
App Store
Premium Content Providers
Full Web Browser
Social Center
Search & Recommendation
3D World (3D Content Streaming)
Skype Ready (Camera required and sold seperately.
Skype subscription also required.)
Smart Phone Remote Support
Picture in Picture (Web/Skype)
CONNECTIVITY
Wi-Fi Ready / Built-in (Built-in)
WiFi Direct
Media Link
DLNA (Movie/Photo/Music)
Windows 7 Certified
WiFi Display
Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
SAMSUNG UN50J6200 LED 1080P 50" SMART HDTV
SAMSUNG UN50J6200 LED 1080P 50" SMART HDTV
I choose this model as a reasonably priced, 1080P resolution
with Refresh Rate: 120CMR (Effective), Smart HDTV.
It was placed in a Guest Bedroom.
Rated 4.0 STARS BY 444 Amazon Reviewers and 4.6 at Best Buy
Refresh Rate: 120CMR (Effective)
Backlight: LED
Smart Functionality: Yes, Built in Wi-Fi: Yes
Dimensions (W x H x D): TV w/ stand: 44.8" x 28.6" x 9", TV w/o stand: 44.8" x 26" x 3.7"
Inputs: 2 HDMI, 2 USB
Technical Details
Brand Name: Samsung
Model Number: UN50J6200AFXZA
Display Technology: LED
Display Size: 49 inches
Image Aspect Ratio: 16:09
Resolution: 1080p
Refresh Rate: Information not Provided = 120CMR (Effective)
Advanced TV sound
Two 10W front speakers, DTS Premium Sound 5.1 and DTS Studio Sound.
2 HDMI inputs for your home theater connection
High-speed HDMI delivers an HD picture and digital surround sound in 1 convenient cable.
HDMI cable sold separately.
2 USB inputs
Easily connect your digital camera, camcorder or other USB device. USB cable sold separately.
Web-based services and content require high-speed Internet service.
Some services may require a subscription.
Key Specs
Smart Capable = Yes
Display Type = LED
Number Of HDMI Inputs = 2
Number Of USB Port(s) = 2
Screen Size = 49.5 inches
Warranty
Parts = 1 year limited
Labor = 1 year limited
Compatibility
Wall Mountable = Yes
VESA Wall Mount Standard = 400mm x 400mm
Media Card Slot = No
Video
Maximum Resolution = 1920 x 1080
3D Technology = No
Additional Dimension
Product Height With Stand = 28.6 inches
Product Depth With Stand = 9 inches
Product Height Without Stand = 26 inches
Product Depth Without Stand = 3.7 inches
Product Weight With Stand = 40.1 pounds
Product Weight Without Stand = 34.4 pounds
Input
Number Of Component Video Inputs = 1
Number Of Composite Video Inputs = 1
PC Input = No
Video Input(s)
HDMI, Component video, Composite video
Power
ENERGY STAR Certified = Yes
EPEAT Qualified = No
Estimated Annual Operating Cost = 10 United States dollars
Estimated Annual Electricity Use = 88 kilowatt hours
Display = Screen Size Class = 50 inches
Audio
Surround Sound Supported
Dolby Digital Plus, DTS Studio Sound, DTS Premium Sound
Connectivity
Network Compatibility
Built-in Wi-Fi
Features
Remote Control Type = Standard
Specific Manufacturer Technologies
Motion Rate 120, wide color enhancer, ConnectShare Movie
Instant Content Supported = YouTube
General
Color Category = Black
Dimension
Width = 44.8 inches
Other = UPC = 887276061993
SAMSUNG UN60J7000 LED 4K 60" SMART HDTV
SAMSUNG UN60J6200 60" 4K SMART HDTV
TOSHIBA 72" DSP HDTV 72HM195
I chose this one as a 6 foot (72 inch) diagonal picture was needed in
the Family Room - It was expensive - about $ 5,000, including the stand.
An exciting home theater experience. It has a 10.1 Audio System with
10 full surround sound speaker emplacements powered by a 160 watt A/V
Receiver.
Toshiba Owner's Manual - Integrated High Definition DLP Projection Television
Copyright ฉ 2005 TOSHIBA CORPORATION. All rights reserved.
106
(E) 56/62/72HM195
Chapter 11: Appendix
Video/Audio Terminals (continued)
HDMI
Television System:
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NTSC standard
ATSC standard (8VSB)
Digital Cable (64 QAM, 256 QAM; in-the-clear, unencrypted*)
*Encrypted channels can be viewed on this TV
using a CableCARD. See page 12 for details
Channel Coverage:
=================
VHF: 2 through 13
UHF: 14 through 69
Cable TV: Mid band (A-8 through A-1, A through I)
Super band (J through W)
Hyper band (AA through ZZ, AAA, BBB)
Ultra band (65 through 94, 100 through 135)
Power Source: 120 V AC, 60 H
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Power Consumption:
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265 W (average)
38 W in standby mode (Using a CableCARD)
34 W in standby mode (Without a CableCARD)
Audio Power: 15 W + 15 W
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Speaker Type:
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56HM195: Two 4-3/4-inch (12cm) round
62HM195: Four 4-3/4-inch (12cm) round
72HM195: Four 4-3/4-inch (12cm) roun
Video/Audio Terminals:
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S-VIDEO INPUT:
Y:1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync.
C:0.286 V(p-p) (burst signal), 75 ohm
VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT:
=================
VIDEO: 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync.
AUDIO: 150 mV(rms) (30% modulation equivalent,
22 k ohm or greater)
ColorStreamฎ (component video) HD INPUT:
=======================================
Y : 1V(p-p), 75 ohm
PR: 0.7 V(p-p), 75 ohm
PB : 0.7 V(p-p), 75 ohm
AUDIO: 150 mV(rms), 22 k ohm or greater
Suggested formats: 1080i, 480p, 480i, 720p
HDMI INPUT:
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HDMI compliant (type A connector)
HDCP compliant
E-EDID** compliant
Suggested formats: 1080i, 480p, 480i, 720p
HDMI Audio: 2-channel PCM; 32/44.1/48 kHz sampling
frequency; 16/20/24 bits per sample
VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT (also for recording):
========================================
VIDEO: 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync.
AUDIO: 150 mV(rms) (30% modulation equivalent,
2.2 k ohm or less)
VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT:
======================
0 - 300 mV(rms) (30% modulation equivalent,
2.2 k ohm or less)
G-LINK:
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3 V(p-p), 3.5 mm mono socket (IR blaster cables supplied)
IEEE1394 INPUT/OUTPUT:
======================
IEEE1394 compliant 4-pin
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT:
Optical type
TheaterNet: OUTPUT:
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3 V(p-p), 10 k ohM
Dimensions:
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56HM195: Width: 51-11/16 inches (1,313 mm)
Height: 36-3/16 inches (919 mm)
Depth: 16-15/16 inches (430 mm)
62HM195: Width: 57-1/16 inches (1,450 mm)
Height: 39-1/4 inches (997 mm)
Depth: 18-3/4 inches (476 mm)
72HM195: Width: 65-13/16 inches (1,672 mm)
Height: 44-1/16 inches (1,119 mm)
Depth: 21-11/16 inches (551 mm)
Weight:
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56HM195: 90 lbs (40.8 kg)
62HM195: 103 lbs (46.7 kg)
72HM195: 122 lbs (55.3 kg) <<
Supplied Accessories:
Two dual-wand IR blaster cables
Remote control with two size AA alkaline batteries
Owners Manual (this book)
Optional Stands:
================
56HM195: ST5685
62HM195: ST6285
72HM195: ST7285 <<
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** E-EDID = Enhanced-Extended Display Identification
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HDTV COMPARISONS - created in December, 2015
1080p = 1K RESOLUTION
LG 47LN5400 $ 600 1080p 4.5 stars 46 9/10 w= 49.5 h= 27 3/8 d= 10 3/8 BB
LG 50LF6100 $ 550 1080p 4.6 stars 49.5 Diag w= 49.5 h= 27.9 d= 10 BB
LG 55LF6100 $ 600 1080p 4.6 stars 54.6 Diag w= 48.9 h= 30.4 d= 10 3/8 BB
SAM UN50J6200AFXZA $ 600 1080p 4.5 stars 49.5 Diag w= 44.8 h= 28.6 d= 9 BB
2160p = 4K - RESOLUTION
LG 49UF6400 $ 650 2160p 4.5 stars 48.5 Diag w= 48.5 h= 27.4 d= 8.2 BB
LG 49UF7600 $ 900 2160p 4.7 stars 48.5 Diag w= 43.5 h= 27.9 d= 9.1 BB
LG 49UF7600 $ 900 2160p 4.7 stars 48.5 Diag w= 43.5 h= 27.9 d= 9.1 BB
LG 49UF6430 $ 700 2160p 4.3 stars 48.5 Diag w= 48.9 h= 27.6 d= 9.3 BB
SAM UN50JS7000FXZA $ 900 2160p 4.7 stars 50 Diag w= 48.9 h= 28.3 d= 12/2 BB
SAM UN50JU6500FXZA $ 800 2160 4.7 stars 49.5 Diag w= 44.4? h= 27.1 d= 10 BB
LG 55UF6450 $ 700 2160p 4.1 stars 54.6 Diag w= 48.8 h= 30.4 d= 9.3 BB << Master ??
LG 55UF6800 $ 900 2160p 4.7 stars 54.6 Diag w= 48.8 h= 30.4 d= 9.2 BB/HHG
SAM UN48JU6400FXZA $ 700 2160p 4.4 stars 47.6 Diag w= 42.8 h= 27.1 d= 8 BB
SAM UN50JU6500FXZA $ 800 2160p 4.7 stars 49.5 Diag w= 44.4 h= 27.1 d= 10 BB
SAM UN55JS7000FXZA $ 1,000 2160p 4.6 stars 54.6 Diag w= 48.9 h= 30.8 d= 12.2 BB
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