Toshiba 62HM94 62" DLP Integrated HDTV with Cable Card Slot

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Toshiba 62HM94 62" DLP Integrated HDTV with Cable Card Slot
Manufacturer: Toshiba
Product Type: CE

Editorial Review:
Product Description
The Toshiba 62HM94 provides 62" Integrated HD DLP Projection TV with HDMI shown with optional stand.
Amazon.com Product Description
Toshiba takes television into the future with the feature- and technology-packed 62-inch TheaterWide 62HM94 DLP integrated HDTV. For starters, the widescreen 62 HM94 employs a proprietary system called TALEN (Toshiba Advanced Light Engine) t o maximize the brightness and contrast of its Texas Instruments HD2+ DLP chip, w hich has a native resolution of 1,280 x 720-pixel progressive resolution (720p). Thanks to this technology, Toshiba's TheaterWide TVs challenge direct-view CRT TVs when it comes to reproducing deep blacks and crisp details in dark or shadow y scenes.

What is DLP?

DLP, or Digital Light Processing, is a technology that bounces a colored light beam across an array of hundreds of thousands of hinge-mounted microscopic mirrors attached to a single chip, called a "micro mirror device" (below, pictured with the head of a pin).

DLP mirrors dwarfed by the head of a pin

Each of the mirrors can be pointed toward or away from the light source thousands of times per second, providing not only minute color detail but also sharper resolution than even LCD displays.

Detail of resolution comparison between LCD and DLP

Next on the list is the built-in HDTV tuner, which can receive both digital terr estrial and digital cable broadcasts (ATSC and QAM), so there's no need to buy e xtra components to get hi-def signals. Of course standard-definition video looks great, too, thanks to Toshiba's multistep PixelPure video processing system, wh ich optimizes the three main picture quality factors: resolution, contrast, and color. All incoming signals are upconverted by the built-in "scaler" to match th e DLP chip's 720p resolution. The set's TheaterFine HD Super Fine Pitch screen r educes the physical space between the lines on the lenticular screen, resulting in a finer, sharper, more detailed picture.

In addition, a CableCARD slot gives you the option to connect to cable TV withou t a set-top box, giving you access to analog, digital cable, HDTV, and premium c able channels like HBO and Cinemax (if supported by your cable company). Two Fir eWire ports with industry standard DTVLink capability enable digital networking and recording. TV Guide On Screen, an interactive program guide, offers simple, user-friendly channel surfing. The TheaterNet IR/1394 control system enables eff ortless analog and digital external device control, and an OmniViewer Memory Car d Slot (compatible with Secure Digital, SmartMedia, Memory Stick, CompactFlash, and MultiMediaCard) with a JPEG viewer allows quick, easy viewing of digital pho tos.

The TV's excellent picture clarity is due to DFine Hi-Speed VSM (velocity scan m odulation), which improves contrast, while the CableClear DNR+ digital noise red uction optimizes poor NTSC signals from antenna or cable, minimizing video noise ("snow") for a clean, crisp image. Cinema Mode circuitry (3:2 pulldown) identif ies original film-based content from DVDs, then reassembles the frame sequence t o more accurately reproduce the original 24-frame-per-second material.

A 3D Y/C (4 MB, 10-bit) digital comb filter with Vertical Contour Correction hel ps eliminate dot crawl and color bleed and significantly reduces detail noise, s een as shimmering or flicker, in complex or intricately detailed scenes. Color t emperature controls allow you to adjust white balance. The "Warm" setting reduce s the color temperature to an NTSC-standard 6,500 degrees Kelvin and delivers a redder image that is ideal for display in a dimly lit room. "Medium" and "Cool" provide a progressively bluer image for the best picture as light levels are inc reased.

The 62HM94 has plenty of inputs for connecting all your audio and video componen ts. In back you'll find two RF, two composite, two S-video, and two HD ColorStre am components, as well as an HDMI digital input. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedi a Interface) is an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface that supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus 8-channel digital audio--all on a single cable. A set of front composite and S-video inputs make hooking up a game console or camcorder a snap.

Other features include HD Window dual-tuner POP (picture-on-picture) with PIP so und for listening to two programs simultaneously, the new Radiance DC lamp with high brightness and lower power modes for extended life, individual audio/video settings by input type, sleep and wake timers, Real Speed progressive scanning t o create smoother diagonal lines, Color Transient Improver for sharp transitions on color changes without bleeding, and Color Detail Enhancer to maintain fine i mage detail in color saturated areas.

Aside from the 20-watts-per-channel stereo speaker system, the 62HM94 uses MTS f or programming with stereo sound and SAP for receiving a second audio track in a nother language. Meanwhile, SRS WOW combines 3D Sound (simulated surround sound from any stereo audio) with TruBass (yet another low-frequency enhancement) and Focus (which clarifies voices). The StableSound volume leveler eliminates drasti c volume spikes while changing channels or when channels go to a commercial brea k.

What's in the Box
62-inch 62HM94 rear-projection DLP integrated HDTV, 4-item illuminated universal remote with DVD control, warranty, and user's manual.

Average customer rating: 2.0

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Manufacturer: Sony
Product Group: CE
Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B000FAPGOA

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Product Description

Micro Vault Virtual Expander is Sony's unique file compression software. It is pre-installed on the device for ease of use. Micro Vault Virtual Expander will compress your data to virtually store about 3 times as much data. Power will be supplied through USB port, so you do not need an AC adaptor Interface - High-Speed USB 2.0 Port type - Type A USB port Compatible OS - Windows XP Professional, Home Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me, Windows98SE, Windows98, Mac OS 9.0 and higher External Dimensions - 17.7 x 8.3 x 67 mm Weight - Approximately 10 grams

Customer Reviews:

Painfully Slow .......2007-04-29

I have been using the SONY 2 GB microvault classic with excellent results. Since I was very pleased with the 2GB microvault - I decided to upgrade to the 4GB model. I gave the 4GB Microvault a one star rating for one reason. Transferring files to and from the unit as well as deleting files off it takes incredibly more time using the 4GB model than with the 2 GB model. I ran many tests between the two units and here are some results: Transferring one folder of files to the:
4GB - 21 minutes
2GB - 1.75 minutes
Deleting these same files off the:
4 GB - 11 minutes
2 GB - 25 seconds
These results were typical with all the testing I did. All testing was done using the same computer with all procedures being equal.
I was able to return the 4GB Microvault - with a renewed appreciation for the 2 GB model.
Sometimes....bigger is not necessarily better.

Terribly Slow.......2007-03-27

This version is terribly slow. I have had the 1GB and 2GB versions because I love the form factor -- no more lost caps! I use them with four different computers (three different manufacturers). They perform the same with all of them. In this case, the 4GB version is a true dog. For a small number of large files, it is about 2x slower than earlier models. For a large number of small files, it is about 10x slower, sometimes worse. Totally unacceptable. That might not seem bad, but when you realize that a standard 3 minute transfer now takes over 30 minutes, spit-cough-phooey! The only reason I am even keeping it is because I need the extra space. Not happy with this one.

Great capacity little flimsy.......2007-02-24

Great for transferring large files or backing up important documents, but just doesn't have a sold feel. The need not to have a cover is a must as these are easily lost.

4GB Micro Vault Classic.......2007-01-19

I purchased the Sony because I need dependable media - I have had problems with off brands. This drive seems to save and hold data correctly, however it is extremely slow in transfering data. I have a Micro Vault 512 Mb that works great (with either USB 1 or USB 2). For some reason this 4GB drive can take 1/2 hr to transfer about 100 Mb of data - it should have only taken a few minutes. I have tried this new drive on 3 different computers and on both USB 1 and USB 2 but it doesn't seem to make a difference.

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