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Toshiba 34HD82
Toshiba 34HD82
MSRP: $ 1689.95

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Rating
Reviewed by:

dochroch

(Audio Enthusiast)

Review Date
January 29, 2005

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Used product for
More than 1 year

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Price Paid:  $2200.00 from Belmont TV

Summary:
I have the "X" version of the Toshiba 34HDX82, the so called "cinema series". This is a tube-based HD with the usual inputs, plus DVI (480p through 1080i). For a 34" 16:9 TV, it yields an absolutely beautiful picture with the right inputs. I purchased it because: Picture was much nicer than any plasma or projection system at the time (superior black levels); Toshiba is a reliable TV brand; fit into a tight spot.

Strengths:
o Individual calibrations for each of its 7 inputs- This is a critical feature! o Speakers on bottom (not on sides, which would have made it wider) - so it fits into more spaces. o Nice sound quality with lots of options o Cinema Series has SVM controls, along with DNR.

Weaknesses:
o Heavy set to move around (it's a tube) o Some red push noted (I keep the color std on "cool" o I can't push the contrast high enough to saturate the contrast pluge pattern on the test disk. o The "input" button on the remote is not highlighted -- a minor annoyance.

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