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Mitsubishi LT-46149 LCD TV with Sound Projector Review

by Clint DeBoer last modified December 19, 2008 09:03
Mitsubishi LT-46149 LCD TV with Sound Projector Review

Mitsubishi LT-46149 LCD w/Sound Projector

Summary

  • Product Name: LT-46149 46-inch LCD w/Sound Projector
  • Manufacturer: Mitsubishi
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStar
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarhalf-star
  • Review Date: December 01, 2008
  • MSRP: $2799
Specifications

Video

  • Screen Size: 46-inch (16:9)
  • Display Type 1080p LCD
  • Full Spectrum Color
  • Pixel Resolution (horizontal x vertical*) 1920 x 1080
  • Video Format Conversion: Plush1080p
  • Deep Color (36-Bit) and x.v.Color
  • PerfectColor
  • Video Noise Reduction: Color 4D
  • Picture Format Modes: 6 (4:3), 3 (16:9)
  • Smooth120Hz Film Motion
  • Color Temperature Control (by input): High/Low
  • Video Modes: Brilliant/Bright/Natural/Game
  • Full Screen Image Freeze

Audio

  • 16-Speaker System: Discrete 5.1 Channels
  • Surround Sound Processor: Dolby Digital, Dolby Logic
  • Digital Output (PCM) for All Analog Sources
  • Output Power (watts/ch.): 2W x 16
  • Level Sound (dynamics limiter)

Inputs

  • CableCARD
  • Antenna RF Inputs: 2
  • HDMI 1.3a inputs: 4 (1080p/24/30/60)
  • Component Video Inputs: 2
  • A/V Inputs (S-Video shared): 2
  • USB Photo Input
  • TV Guide Daily
  • Easy Connect
  • NetCommand
  • AV Adjustment (memorized by input)

Vitals

  • Power Consumption: Operating 315W, Standby 22W, Low Standby 1.7W
  • Dimensions (on base): 29.9" H x 42.0" W x 14.1" D
  • Dimensions: 28.2" H x 42.0" W x 4.8" D
  • Weight with Base: 72.8 lbs.


Pros

  • Nice looking cabinet
  • Surprisingly good 5.1 integrated sound projector (iSP)
  • TV Guide program guide

Cons

  • Very uneven backlight
  • Really slow channel changes
  • No direct input/source switching
  • 120Hz motion causes artifacts

Introduction

We took a look at the Mitsubishi LT-46148 46-inch LCD back in August and felt that it was a good TV with some potential for improvement. Mitsubishi jumped back at us with the new LT-46149 and asked us to review it. While the features, video section and menus are nearly identical, the 149 series offers a brand new sound projector to deliver Dolby Digital 5.1 surround from just a bottom-mounted sound bar. We dialed in this television and it actually did a pretty bang-up job of sending surround sound to our ears - all from a single speaker.
  1. LT-46149 Build Quality and Setup Menu
  2. LT-46149 iSP Sound Projector
  3. LT-46149 Calibration & Bench Testing
  4. LT-46149 Viewing Tests and Conclusion