Review of Vizio VU32L – 32” LCD HDTV

Looking for a wide-screen HDTV showing high-resolution content that allows you to sit closer and experience a more immersive and theater-like picture? Well, the all new Vizio VU32L completely fits into the description. Vizio VU32L is the perfect blend of impeccable design and high definition image quality performance. This HDTV set can display both 1080i and 720p HD signals, hence you can enjoy greater pixel quality as well as smoother and sharper images.

With a 32” screen size, Vizio VU32L is perfect for your bed rooms or guest rooms, though they will be a bit smaller for larger living rooms. It is very versatile as it has integrated PC input, so you can use it in the office, or at home as a gaming monitor. Due to its sleek design, it will look good anywhere.

It is packed with a lot of sophisticated features which include integrated Digital/QAM tuners, contrast ratio of 5500:1, 3 HDMI inputs, over 16.7 million colors and enhanced contrast technology. Priced under $600, it’s a great option in the 32 inch range.

Vizio VU32L Features & Specifications Review:

Size: 32-inch
Tuner: Integrated NTSC/ATSC/QAM HDTV Tuner
Supported TV Formats: 720p, 1080i
Native Panel Resolution: 1366 x 768
Supported PC Resolutions: 1366 x 768, 1024 x 768, 800 x 600

Specifications
Panel Type: 32″ Diagonal (31.5″ Viewable), 16:9 Wide Screen, Color TFT Active Matrix LCD
Pixel/Dot Pitch: 0.51075mm (H) x 0.51075mm (V)
Response Time: 8 ms (typical)
Colors: 16.7 million
Brightness: 450 cd/m2 (typical)
Contrast Ratio: 5500:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
Viewable Angle: 178° (horizontal and vertical)

Inputs
RF (F Connector for internal tuner): 1
HDMI with HDCP: 3
Analog Stereo Audio for HDMI Inputs: 1
Component YPbPr plus Stereo Audio: 2
Composite Video: 2
S-Video plus Stereo Audio: 1
Computer RGB plus Stereo Audio: 1
Service Port: 1

Outputs
Analog Audio out (RCA): 1
5.1 SPDIF Digital Optical Audio: 1
Headphone (Stereo Mini-Jack): 1

Additional Information
V-Chip, 3D Comb Filter, 3:2 or 2:2 Reverse Pull-down, Progressive Scan Video: Yes, Computer: 640×480, 800×600, 1024×768, 1366×768 via RGB/HDMI, Sound enhancement: Yes, Color Temperature: 6500K (standard), 5400K and 9300K, Color Fine Tuning: Independent Red, Green and Blue, Audio: Built-in 10W x 2, Lamp (LCD) / Panel (PDP) Life: 50000 hours, Voltage Range120Vac at 50/60 Hz, Power Consumption: 170W average, Removable Base

Vizio Warranty
One Year Parts & Service Labor
Free Lifetime Technical Support
Free On-Site Repair on Vizio Televisions 30″ and above
Zero Bright Pixel Defects Guaranteed: Yes

Weight & Dimensions
Gross: 39.1 lbs
Net: 29.8 lbs
Without Stand: 28.3 lbs
Carton: 35″x28″x11″
With Stand: 31.4″ W x 23.4″ H x 8.6″ D
Without Stand: 31.4″ W x 22.2″ H x 4.2″ D

Vizio VU32L has external Inputs which include three HDMI inputs, composite, component, and S-Video inputs for all your video needs as well as 2 10-watt speakers which help create that true home theater experience.

When connected to a high definition signal, Vizio VU32L can display images that are sharper and more realistic than analog television. The 3:2 pulldown feature of this set reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to popular 16:9 digital format such as DVD.

What’s more, with advanced features such as 1500:1 contrast ratio, 8ms response time, 500 cd/m2 brightness and 8-bit panel, the all new Vizio VU32L promises to make your home theater experience an incredible one.

YouReviewElectronics.com gives Vizio VU32L 9/10 stars!

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