Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
A complex item to review, because part of it works very well and another part is completely unsatisfactory.

Strengths:
The TV/video combo provides good picture and sound quality if the remote control does not malfunction, as it frequently does.

Weaknesses:
The remote control is unsatisfactory. The keys frequently malfunction, get jammed, and are unoperable for long periods of time. This problem negatively affects the whole unit's functions. When none of the keys work on the remote, all functions have to be operated manually and most of the VCR functions are completely inaccessible. Solutions offered by Aiwa's technical support staff worked one time out of the dozens when I had a problem. Their only other solution was to replace the remote. I was told that universal remotes will not work with this unit.

Similar Products Used:
JVC TV and video, though not a combo unit

Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
A complex item to review, because part of it works very well and another part is completely unsatisfactory.

Strengths:
The TV/video combo provides good picture and sound quality if the remote control does not malfunction, as it frequently does.

Weaknesses:
The remote control is unsatisfactory. The keys frequently malfunction, get jammed, and are unoperable for long periods of time. This problem negatively affects the whole unit's functions. When none of the keys work on the remote, all functions have to be operated manually and most of the VCR functions are completely inaccessible. Solutions offered by Aiwa's technical support staff worked one time out of the dozens when I had a problem. Their only other solution was to replace the remote. I was told that universal remotes will not work with this unit.

Similar Products Used:
JVC TV and video, though not a combo unit

Summary:
I've had this product since it's initial release in September 1999 and she is still working wonderfully with me. This unit it not like usual TV/VCR combos. She has a 4 head Hi-Fi VCR and not to mention tons of inputs and outputs which makes it real easy to add a mini-theater or dvd player to this combo in the future. I currently have an Aiwa NSX-MT321 mini theater w/2 subs and a Proscan PS8680Z DVD player hooked up to this TV and she really shines. The quality of the picture is excellent and the on screen menus are easy to use as well. The only flaw with this set is the remote. The remote is sorta confusing to use and it is not universal remote. Besides the remote this is a great TV/VCR combo unit and I recommend it to anyone. I haven't had any problems with it so far. Right now would be a good time to get it b/c Aiwa is comming out with some new TV/VCR units which basically do the same thing but they have flat screens. If you could get this for $300 or under I highly recommend it.

Strengths:
Has tons of hookups! 2 full set of A/V input hookups and 1 full set of A/V outputs! Has 4 head Hi-Fi VCR built in and has MTS stereo surround sound.

Weaknesses:
Remote is poorly designed.