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Vizio GV42LF TV
Vizio GV42LF
 
 
 
 
 
Last updated on 05/18/13 11:44:23
 
 
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• 42" • 1920 x 1080
 
 
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EXPERT REVIEWS (5)
 
Published
Sep 15, 2007
Editor Rating
3.0/5
Vizio Gallevia GV42LF HDTV Review | PCWorld
Great picture Low price...Difficult to set up and use...Our judges reported that it was particularly good at handling DVDs and blue-laser/high-def discs, though it did a fine job with everything else too...So what do you sacrifice for that kind of a bargain...The Gallevia GV42LF isn't an easy TV to set up or use......
Published
May 7, 2008
 
 
Vizio Gallevia GV42LF | Techwatch: Tech News
The Vizio Gallevia GV42LF has made a very good impression in a lot of television review sites online...It particularly did a good job on image-quality category...But the best thing about this TV, is its cheap...Setting up the Gallevia GV42LF is not an easy task...
VIZIO GV42LF – 42″ Gallevia LCD TV – widescreen – 1080p (FullHD) – HDTV
Such vivid color and exquisite picture quality – experience the Full High-Definition 1080p LCD VIZIO Gallevia GV42LF featuring the most powerful and highest resolution in High Definition entertainment today...The VIZIO Gallevia GV42LF is truly a masterpiece where vision meets value...The VIZIO Gallevia GV47LF features the most powerful and highest resolution...
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USER REVIEWS (19)
 
Retrevo analyzed
47 user reviews
 
(3.9 out of 5)
Average rating
from 12
reviews
2.8/5
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: 42 LCD FULL HD HDTV 1080P 2 HDMI & REMOVE SPK
"I've had mine a little over 2 1/2 years, got the notorious 'pop of death' (google it!) on Chistmas day..."

"I have it mounted to my wall using AmazonBasics Articulating Universal TV Wall Mount Fits 10- to 40-Inch Flat Panel Displays..."

"Well, we bought this fancy new tv/video device, and when I stand behind it, I don't appear on the screen at ALL..."

Average rating
from 10
reviews
4.5/5
Vizio Gallevia GV42LF 42" LCD TV - Vizio Plasma & LCD TVs Reviews and Prices at PriceGrabber
"This LCD works great with bias lighting -1080p resolution -Top name LCD panel inside(most likely LG/Philips) -1600:1 contrast ratio -Accepts FULL 1080p resolution through VGA -needs configuring out of the box -none that I can think of Price none This is a great TV for the price..."

"I've also used to for DVDs that are upconverted on the PS3 and those look pretty darn good too..."

"The Vizio looks..."

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Average rating
from 7
reviews
4.0/5
Vizio Gallevia GV42LF HDTV Review | PCWorld
"Good picture quality when it worked I purchased a Vizio 47 inch HDTV Model number GV47LF HDTV in January 2008..."

"I was told I am out of warranty and they wished me good luck getting it fixed (thanks alot..."

"I've also used to for DVDs that are upconverted on the PS3 and those look pretty darn good too..."

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Vizio GV42LF Review - Flat-panel TVs - CNET Reviews
The Vizio GV42LF HDTV maintains the balance between competitive pricing and good performance...
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Vizio #1 seller of HDTVs? - TechSpot Forums
VIZIO's two 42" models (GV42LF and VU42LF) are virtually the same, however the GV42LF offers removable base and speakers. The VU42LF is the most affordable Full ...
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Average rating
from 12
reviews
4.5/5
Vizio GV42LF Overview & User Reviews - Flat-panel TVs - CNET Reviews
"Great picure quality, easy menu,great features for the price Cannot adjust vertical size, no pip button on remote I have owned this set for approximately two months, and overall I'm extremely pleased with the picture quality, features, and especially the price..."

"I calibrated the picture using a THX DVD, and also did some tweaking based on CNET's recommended settings--However, I prefer a stronger backlight..."

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Average rating
from 5
reviews
4.9/5
Vizio GV42LF Gallevia Full-HD LCD HDTV - 42 1080p 16:9 1500:1 1920 x 1080 ATSC NTSC...
"I've had this TV for 3 weeks now and let me say WOW !!! Would never know it is refurbished..."

"Would recommend to anyone on a low budget and wanting a great product..."

"There is not a better TV for the price that i have seen..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
4.0/5
Vizio Gallevia GV42LF 42 in. LCD TV Flat Panel Televisions Reviews
"The biggest rub is the crappy sound! Yes, you can pay over $1K for a tv and get bad sound..."

"Granted, I'm used to listening to everything from my Harman Kardon AVR520 so I'm kind of spoiled for good sound..."

"1080i is quite nice, but I've seen 1080p and now it don't look quite so good..."

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PRICES (8)
 
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: VIZIO Gallevia 42-inch LCD HDTV ...
5 stars. "Bright and clearly affordable" This is my first LCD HDTV. I have other TVs which are capable of high definition. though not at the 1080p level. I was a bit ...
Vizio GV42LFHDTV10A Television - Reviews & Prices @ Yahoo ...
Such vivid color and exquisite picture quality. Experience the new full high-definition 1080p LCD VIZIO Gallevia GV42LF featuring the most powerful and highest ...
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Reviews for Vizio Gallevia GV42LF 42" LCD TV - 16:9 at ...
Vizio Gallevia GV42LF 42" LCD TV - 16:9 reviews. Match up Samsung, Sharp, and Panasonic product ratings, now...
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MANUFACTURERS (1)
 
re: calibration of Vizio GV42L | High Definition Television ...
Hello, I have a Vizio GV42LF 1080P connected to DirecTV HD receiver thru HDMI. Can someone suggest settings for optimal HD viewing for the following: ...
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