VIZIO 42 Inch Class Theater 3D LCD HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps, E3D420VX
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 List Price: $699.99 Sale Price: $556.99 
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Product Description
VIZIO's 42-inch E3D420VX delivers an immersive 3D experience, Internet-connected entertainment with built-in Wi-Fi, playback of music and images from USB devices, and solid audio/video performance for a price that might surprise you.VIZIO Warranty : One Year Parts & Labor; Free Lifetime Technical Support
Details
- 42-inch CCFL-backlit LCD HDTV with 1080p resolution, 3D video, and VIZIO internet apps
- Immersive VIZIO Theater 3D uses lightweight, inexpensive polarized glasses (two pairs included)
- Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity with Internet Apps for access to Netflix, VUDU HD movies, Pandora Internet radio, and more
- 120Hz refresh rate for smooth, super-sharp viewing for fast-action sports and movies
- Playback of MP3 audio files and JPG images with full-screen slideshows via USB devices
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| 1 star: | (54) | |
First Class 3D TVThe TV is easy to set up, and the remote has a rubberized alphanumeric keyboard on the back side, making data entry easy. The two supplied 3D glasses are of the passive, polarized variety, with the premium one contoured and the basic one flat. (However you might want to liberate a pair of Real D 3D glasses from the movie theater if you wear glasses. Both of these bend in at the temples to hug your face. The Real D 3D glasses accommodate glasses better.)
The 3D and 2D pictures are both great as is the TV off-air picture using a Terk HD digital antenna here in the NYC area. The 3D (using a Panasonic... Read more
Awesome 3D TV for the Price ..The first I had heard about FPR passive glasses based devices was about a year ago. They were said to be the next best thing but being a geek who has been burned before I was initially skeptical that the 3D effect would be very good. I was certain there will be sacrifices in image quality for 2D however I was actually very surprised by the image quality (both 2D and 3D) on this television. The device simply can not be beat in terms of image quality and features at this low price (Similarly capable LG TVs (albeit with 240 Hz and some extra bells and whistles) cost more than twice as... Read more
Best Deal for the PriceThe internet connectivity and available apps is really nice. If you are a Netflix or Hulu+ user, this will be extremely convenient. There is plenty of apps for sports updates too.
3D is a really nice touch to the TV. I've tried a few things in 3D and can say that you really will get a solid 3D experience from this TV. However you can't be sitting anywhere you want to. The manual comes with a diagram of "optimal 3D viewing". From certain side angles you won't get the 3D viewing.
The only major issue I've had with this TV is when using a PS3 to play... Read more
VIZIO’s 42-inch E3D420VX delivers an immersive 3D experience, Internet-connected entertainment with built-in Wi-Fi, playback of music and images from USB devices, and solid audio/video performance for a price that might surprise you.
Affordable, Internet-Connected 3D HDTV
Immersive Theater 3D
Bring that intense 3D movie experience home with VIZIO’s polarized Theater 3D. You’ll enjoy the same crystal-clear, flicker-free 3D you get in the theater, with similar lightweight glasses that are comfortable and significantly more affordable than the heavier, powered active shutter 3D glasses used with other systems. Two free pairs of glasses are included, so you can launch your Theater 3D experience right out of the box.
2D content is stunning as well. 1080p Full HD resolution and a striking 200,000 to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio render every image with amazing clarity, color and contrast, while an ultra-quick 120Hz refresh rate provides smooth, super-sharp viewing for fast-action sports and movies.
VIA (VIZIO Internet Apps)
Easily connect to the Internet and stream movies and TV shows, listen to music and get the latest news, sports and weather. The latest VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) platform delivers a large array of web-based content directly to your living room, without the need for a PC or set-top box. Or a network cable, for that matter: connect wirelessly with built-in 802.11n Wi-Fi. Enjoy streaming video from Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, VUDU, and Hulu Plus; social networking from Facebook and Twitter; a variety of music from Rhapsody and Pandora; the latest NBA action from NBA Game Time; and a wealth of other content at the touch of a button.
Optimal Viewing in Any Light
No matter your lighting arrangement, you’ll always have the best picture possible thanks to built-in ambient light sensing technology. The E3D420VX automatically adjusts backlight levels based on its surroundings to optimize levels. The result is a balanced picture that will never appear washed out or too bright.
Superior Surround Sound
This HDTV also delivers advanced audio, thanks to SRS technologies. SRS TruVolume limits volume inconsistencies between programming, saving you from those incredibly loud commercials or smoothing out that action film so you don’t wake the neighbors. SRS TruSurroundHD delivers an immersive surround sound experience marked by clearer dialogue, and more precise bass and high frequency signals.
3 HDMI Ports
Three HDMI ports accommodate your home theater setup, Blu-ray Player, and HD cable or satellite TV, to deliver Full HD and 3D entertainment from multiple sources.
USB Media Player
The E3D420VX features two USB ports, allowing you to connect a thumb drive to your TV loaded with music or photos. MP3 format music is supported (with display of album art and other ID3 tag info), along with JPG images. Here’s your chance for a fullscreen slideshow of that family vacation.
ECO HD
VIZIO’s ECO HD label means this HDTV exceeds the current ENERGY STAR Guidelines, saving you money on your utility bills while limiting your carbon footprint.
E3D420VX Select Specifications
| General | |
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| Display Size (Diagonal): | 42-Inch |
| Backlight Type: | 3D CCFL |
| Resolution: | 1080p |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio: | 200,000:1 |
| Refresh Rate: | 120Hz |
| Response Time: | 5 ms |
| Viewable Angle (Horizontal/Vertical): | 178 Degrees |
| Channels/Speaker Output: | 2 x 10W |
| Wireless (WiFi): | 802.11n Single Band |
| Input/Outputs | |
| HDMI with HDCP: | 2 Rear, 1 Side |
| Component Video (YCrCB): | 1 Rear |
| Composite Video: | 1 Rear |
| Computer RGB: | 1 Rear |
| RF Connector for Internal Tuner: | 1 Rear |
| Stereo Audio Input (RCA): | 1 Rear |
| Ethernet: | 1 Rear |
| USB 2.0: | 3 Side |
| Optical Digital Out (SPDIF): | 1 |
| Analog Audio Out (RCA): | 1 |
| Weight | |
| With Stand: | 33.1 lbs. |
| Without Stand: | 31.3 lbs. |
| Dimensions | |
| With Stand: | 40.2 x 27.6 x 9.0 Inches (W x H x D) |
| Without Stand: | 40.2 x 25.9 x 3.3 Inches (W x H x D) |
What’s in the Box
Vizio E3D420VX 42-Inch 1080p LCD TV, Remote Control With Batteries, Pair Basic Theater 3D Glasses, Pair Premium Theater 3D Glasses, Power Cable, Safety Cable, Cleaning Cloth, Documentation
Rating
HD: This is my second HDTV. The first was a samsung 40′ from 2006. The hd quality has improved tremendously since then. I mean deep color, black, faster refresh rate… it is really something to watch. The tv (I got e3d470vx, the 47′ version) performs less impressively on white and light blue. However this takes nothing away from the overall picture quality. You can watch this tv in a bright room without a problem except at an extreme angle where hues are reflected on the screen.
3D: is just phenomenal. I watched the Directv channels so far and it all looks out of this world. Depth perception on a home tv is just what I wanted. Directv has 3 3d channels that come witn your subscription, one for music and concerts, one for nature and history films and the third is espn3d for live sporting events. They also have a $$ on demand channel with limited 3d movie selection.
Sound: Tv speakers are worth 3-4 cents collectively, no kidding. I mean I know vizio wants me to buy a sound system, but at least include speakers that actually convey SOME sound. I had to go out and buy vizio sound bar vsb200. It is really a good solution for under $100.
Remote: it is odd looking, but surprisingly easy to use. The keyboard on the back is easier to use and more straightforward than any smartphone keyboard I had ever used. I made just one mistake typing multiple times. It is not hard to press buttons like some suggested.
Internet apps: vary in quality by purveyor. Netflix & vudu are just great, while Facebook and twitter apps are hard to navigate. The apps are designed by yahoo seemingly as an afterthought. They lose connection constantly, they can’t seem to take any advantage of the 47′ landscape… A mess really. Yahoo includes all its usual apps: news, sports, weather… Apps by 3rd parties are mostly useless local news channels apps! Note: you can only have a total of 17 apps on your tv at any one time.
TV settings: they are quite a bit simplified compared to my previous tv. I kept everything on factory settings so far and picture looks great. I plan to calibrate later but I have explored every setting there is and I found no gibberish. It is all understandable.
Setup costs: I needed new hdmi cables for the 3d part. I got mediabridge brand from amazon. They cost $9 each. You should know hdmi terminology changed. It used to be 1.3b or 1.4. This has all been dropped. What you need to run 3d is a “category 2 certified” cable. Mediabridge has a fabulous track record and this time was no different. I also needed a digital audio spdif cable to hook tv to soundbar. I got one from bestbyy and they ripped me off. A 6” cable for 18 bucks. You can get the same one on amazon for 6. And of course I had to buy the sound bar for 98 bucks. Overall for the 47′ version you end up with $1100.
Note: for first time 3Ders, you have to watch the tv at a straight angle; Straight plane from your eyes to tv. This means that if you have multiple people over, they ALL have to squeeze on a coach facing tv directly. Otherwise image looks distorted and blurred.
I’ll write more as I gain more experience with the unit.
Rating
I just got this and have been testing it out all morning/afternoon. 2D picture looks incredibly sharp. This set is connected to my PC. 3D content looks just as good if not better than the active 3D sets. Very minimal ghosting. The only other 3D TV I can compare this to is the Samsung 9000 Series, which had a lot of ghosting.
It really comes down to how affordable this TV is. I wanted 3D but didn’t want to spend a lot on it. The overall build quality is nice for this range. It’s not paper thin and as sleek looking as the 9000 series, but again keep that price in mind.
I love that you can use the “Real 3D” glasses from the theater with these passive sets. Actually, they seemed to give me better vision than the 2 pairs that were included with the TV. As one other review mentioned on here, some 3D looks better than others. This really does have all to do with the source material. I have been going between a few of the latest 3D animated movies (which definitely look the best) and some IMAX movies from a few years ago. There is a noticeable difference in depth.
There’s other features and settings I have yet to delve into- but so far so good.
Very happy with my purchase.
Rating
There are a few fledgling companies which have been steadily working their way into the, “established” electronic vendors market currently controlled by such companies as Sony, Panasonic…and the type.
But, I’m here to tell you that Vizio, “Will” take over the market share in sales due to their excellent lines of high end T.V’s which are very competitively priced!
Now sure, the big boys still have features which can justify their pricing but when you can get a TV which comes extremely close and saves you hundreds of dollars with excellent quality, my vote is for Vizio.
The E3D4220VX is a banging 3D TV (comes with the convenient Polarized Glasses which don’t need charging), is Internet ready with a wide host of apps, has a beautiful picture, and even in 2D gives you a wonderful rich picture, is light enough to put on a simple piece of furniture, and is Energy Star Compliant!
Start-up time is a bit on the lengthy side and the internal speakers could use some improvement, but, I’ve used it now for about 3 weeks and I’m real happy with it. The price on Amazon cheaper than even Walmart, it came with free shipping and although they say it takes 5-8 days to receive the product that way, it arrived in 4 days! Finally, using the Amazon Card, I have 6 months to pay it back, Interest free!
So if your on the fence whether to give Visio a try…..I hope this helps in making up your mind!
Rating
I am just an average Joe, so I will relate with most readers. I couldn’t stomach the thought of spending $1500 on a Samsung 3D, HD, Internet….. but, I hesitated to buy the Vizio because of the low cost, I thought it would be cheap. I read all of the reviews, went and saw the tv, researched the companies background and I now own it. I have zero regrets, the TV picture is fantastic, the 3D is great, the apps are helpful. I agree the sound could be better, but, the $1500 Samsung’s sound was week too. The sales person said they are all designed to add a sound system too, it is the drawback of the small size.
Don’t hesitate to buy this TV, also know that Vizio is an American owned company (a nice perk).