Vizio M420NV Razor LED 42" LCD Preview

By Tony Leotta — April 23, 2010

Vizio M420NV Razor LED 42” LCD

Summary

Product Name: M420NV Razor LED 42” LCD
Manufacturer: Vizio
Review Date: April 23, 2010 01:15
MSRP: $1079.99
First Impression: Pretty Cool
With only a 1.15” thin profile, this 42” RazorLED LCD HDTV offers razor sharp clarity with 1080p full high definition resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate delivering sharp, blur free images.

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Specifications

Model #: M420NV

Size: 42"
Viewable: 42.02" diagonal
Tuner: ATSC/Clear QAM Tuner
Native Panel Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Signal Compatibility: Supports 1080p (FHDTV), 1080i(HDTV), 720p(HDTV), 480p(EDTV), 480i(SDTV)
Colors: 1.06 Billion
Computer Support: 1920x1080, 1360x768, 1024x768, 800x600, 640x480 via VGA/HDMI
Display Compatibility: 1080p(FHDTV)
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1 w/DCR
Brightness: 450 cd/m2 (typical)
Response Time: 6.5ms
Viewable Angle: 178/178 degrees (horizontal/vertical)
Pixel/Dot Pitch: 0.4845mm (H) x 0.4845mm(H)

SRS TruSurround HD: Yes
SRS TruVolume: Yes
SRS TruSurround XT: No

INPUTS (REAR)

INPUTS (SIDE)

OUTPUTS (REAR)

SPDIF Digital Optical: 1
Stereo Audio: 1
Headphones:

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Refresh Rate: 120Hz
Smooth Motion: Yes
LED: Yes, Edge Type LED LCD
Picture-in-Picture (PIP): Yes
Picture-outside-Picture (POP): Yes
Zero Bright Pixel Defect Guarantee:
V-Chip: Yes
3D Comb Filter: Yes
3:2 or 2:2 Reverse Pull-down: Yes
ATSC with 8VSB & QAM demodulation: Yes
ATSC with MPEG-2 decoding: Yes
NTSC Video decoding via Video: Yes
Progressive Scan Video: Yes
Color Temperature: 5400K, 6500K and 9300K
Color Fine Tuning: Independent Red, Green and Blue
Speakers: 10W x 2 speakers
Panel Lamp Life (typical): 30,000 Hours
Voltage Range: 240 Vac at 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 75W (Avg), 0.37W Standby
Remote: VUR12

WEIGHT

Gross: 48.88 lbs
Net With Stand: 39.51 lbs
Without Stand: 36.4 lbs

DIMENSIONS

With Stand: 43.9"W x 27.6"H x 9.4"D
Without Stand: 43.9"W x 24.9"H x 2.0"D
Packaging Dimensions: 45.3"W x 32.7"H x 12.8"D

CERTIFICATIONS CSA/ CSA-US, FCC Class B

COMPLIANCES Energy Star 4.0, ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A

WALL MOUNT SPECIFICATIONS

Hole Pattern: VESA standard 200 x 200 mm spacing
Screw Size: M6
Screw Length: 20.0 mm
Screw Pitch: 1.0 m

VIZIO WARRANTY One Year Parts & Labor Free Lifetime Technical Support

With only a 1.15” thin profile, this 42” RazorLED LCD HDTV offers razor sharp clarity with 1080p full high definition resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate delivering sharp, blur free images. This stylish M420NV has an aesthetic that captures that hip, cool facture like none other with its round edges and sleek bezel design. The dynamic 100,000:1 contrast ratio provide deeper blacks and brighter whites with an astounding array of colors that stand out brilliantly adding to the rich detail and deep contrast on this TV. Also included is the digital ambient light sensor ensuring you will always have the best picture and most efficient energy savings by adjusting the brightness based on the lighting conditions of your room. Experience advanced audio technologies such as SRS TruSurround HD with explicit dialog clarity and SRS TruVolume to neutralize the sound in between commercials and your favorite movie or TV programs. Enjoy ultimate connectivity with up to four high definition inputs and take pleasure in knowing this energy efficient LED LCD HDTV exceeds new ENERGY STAR 4.0 Guidelines by 30% and consumes 51% less energy than the 2009 model, conserving our planet’s resources while saving you money.

Audioholics hasn't yet done a formal review of this product, but we wanted to get as much information as possible to our readers in order to help them make the best possible purchasing decisions. If possible, we will provide additional info or even a product review at a later date.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vizio.com/flat-panel-hdtvs/m420nv.html

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Tony is our resident expert for lifestyle and wireless products including soundbars. He does most of the reviews for wireless and streaming loudspeakers and often compares soundbars in round ups and helps us cover the trade shows.

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