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LVM-42w2 Review Conclusion

by Clint DeBoer last modified February 20, 2007 07:01

The Westinghouse LVM-42w2 LCD display sports one of the best looking pictures I've seen in a while. The resolution simply trounces anything else, including the lack of advanced user controls and imperfect color settings. I fed it standard definition (480i), high definition (720p/1080i), and ultra high definition (1080p) and it simply asked for more. Its internal scalar is one of the better systems I've seen with hardly any noticeable artifacting and an ability to handle multiple input resolutions without favoring one over another. Its plethora of inputs will delight anyone who's ever wanted a display that can stand the test of time and grow along with the rest of your system. In summary, this is a display that simply begs to be seen.

Westinghouse LVM-42w2

MSRP: $2799
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About Westinghouse Digital Electronics
Westinghouse Digital Electronics provides consumers with a full line of innovative LCD displays and other consumer electronic products, delivering the latest digital content for the ultimate entertainment experience. The company has successfully executed its visionary go-to-market strategy of highest standard bringing technologically advanced products to mainstream consumers, including LCD TVs featuring PixelDirect 蒂 technology, video monitors that deliver 1080p resolution (the highest standard available to consumers for HD digital video display) , digital photo frames, and HD-Grade 蒂 computer monitors in both standard aspect and widescreen formats. Westinghouse Digital is dedicated to providing consumers with stylish, feature-rich and high-quality entertainment devices to meet the needs of every household member. Westinghouse products are available nationwide in more than 4,000 consumer electronics retail stores and other resellers.

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