HDTV Reviews – LCD & Plasma TV Review

Our Latest Review: Proscan32LB45Q. This solidly designed 32” HDTV is packed with features such as full 1080p High Definition resolution and a suite of other elements normally expected to be found with more expensive HD television set. Although our reviewers believed that the display and audio quality are not quite as solid as other flagship brands (i.e. Sony, Panasonic, Samsung), this 32 inch set does a more than adequate job, especially when on considers the cost of the set is less than $500.00.

When it comes to value for the money, this Proscan 32LB45Q is a great deal. We liked the televisions display capabilities at 1080p, 1080i, 720p, as well as standard definition 480p. The screen’s ability to produce strong contrasting colors in dark scenes is fairly solid. The set’s uneven backlight was sometimes noticible in darker action sequences. Outside the backlight issue, we liked the 6ms response speed, its ability to produce clear and crisp images regardless of input resolution, and the channel browser feature that allows viewers to quickly review 32 previously viewed channels as well as screen shots from the previous 5 stations.

The Proscan‘s audio capabilities are strong for most regular viewing applications. Consumers who are looking for this LCD to produce HD quality sound should consider purchasing a sound bar or other exterior surround sound audio equipment. This set does provide users with a number of input/output connections, including 2 HDMI ports, 2 component slots, an S-video, AV, antenna, VGA, and audio input, as well as two audio outputs.

We really liked the number of features and the overall quality of this HD LCD set. Other manufactures can’t compete with the Proscan 32LB45Q‘s price in this mid-sized class of televisions. If you can put up with a few minor issues (inconsistent backlight and minor sound quality issues) in exchange for a great price, this television is a decent choice.

Proscan 32LB45Q Specifications:
Size: 32″
Viewable: 32″ diagonal
Tuner: (NTSC/ATSC/QAM tuner)
Native Panel Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Signal Compatibility: Supports 480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV), 1080P (HDTV)
Computer Support: 640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1366 x 768 via VGA or HDMI
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 1,300:1
Brightness: 500 cd/m2 (typical)
Response Time: 6ms
Viewable Angle: 178° (horizontal and vertical)
SRS TruSurround HD™: No
SRS TruVolume™: No
SRS TruSurround XT™: No

Inputs
HDMI with HDCP 2
RF Connector for Internal Tuner 1
Component YPbPr plus Stereo Audio: 2
S-Video: 1
Computer RGB: 1

Rear Outputs
SPDIF Digital Optical:
Stereo Audio: 1
Headphones: 1

Additional Features
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
V-Chip: Yes
3D Comb Filter: Yes
3:2 or 2:2 Reverse Pull-down: No
Progressive Scan Video: Yes, thru Component VGA or HDMI
Speakers: Built-in 8W x 2 Speakers
Panel Lamp Life (typical): 50,000 hours
Voltage Range: 120~240Vac at 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 160W (average), <1W Standby
Universal Remote: Yes

Dimensions
TV without stand: 31.0 x 4.0 x 21.0 inches, 28.6 pounds
TV with stand: 31.0 x 9.0 x 23.0 inches, 32.1 pounds

Compliances
Energy Star 3.0

Clever Reviews gives the Proscan 32LB45Q a solid 8.5/10 stars! We want to hear what you’ve experienced with this HD LCD!

(31 votes, average: 8.10 out of 10)

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