Philips 32MF231D 32 in. HDTV LCD TV

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Philips 32MF231D 32 in. HDTV LCD TV

Product MPN
MPN:32MF231D

Key Features
Flat Panel Type:LCD Television
Screen Size:
Contrast Ratio:800:1
Digital TV Standard:HDTV Television
Display Resolution :1366 x 768 pixels
HDCP Support:With HDCP Support

Display Capabilities
Digital TV Standard:HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Broadcast Format Displayed:720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Broadcast Format Supported:1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Built-in Tuner:ATSC • NTSC
Native Aspect Ratio:16:9

Image Quality
Comb Filter:3DYC / 3D Digital
Display Resolution:1366 x 768 pixels
Brightness:500 cd/m�
Viewing Angle:170
Adjustable Color Temperature:With Adjustable Color Temperature

Connectors
Rear Input Connectors:S-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • Composite x 3 • HDMI x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 3 • RF x 1
Front Input Connectors:S-Video x 1 • Composite x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1
Headphone Jack:With Headphone Jack

Audio Features
Audio Type:Virtual Surround
MTS Stereo:SAP / MTS Stereo
Audio Leveler:With Audio Leveler

Speakers
Number of Speakers:2 Speakers
Speaker Power:2 x 10 Watt

Technical Features
Picture in Picture:Without PIP
Parental Control:V-Chip
Sleep Timer:With Sleep Timer
Energy Star Compliant:Energy Star Compliant

Remote Control
Remote Control:Standard
Illuminated Remote:Non-Illuminated

Screen Text
Closed Caption on Mute:With Closed Caption On Mute

Dimensions
Weight:48.5 lb.

Warranty
Overall Warranty:90 Days

Miscellaneous
Product ID:32093353

Details

Enjoy the crystal clear imagery of high-definition television with the stylish, silver 32-inch 32MF231D HDTV, which provides a wide array of connectivity options for all your video needs. It has a built-in ATSC tuner that pulls HD signals right from the airwaves (via an optional antenna), and its QAM tuner is fully compatible with unscrambled HDTV cable reception. You can also hook up an HDMI-capable cable or satellite set-top box and enjoy the the highest standard of high-definition audio and video–with a single cord connection. A standard analog NTSC tuner receives standard-definition (SD) programming. It comes with a removable tabletop stand, and this set can be wall-mounted with optional hardware.

The price : $1,000.00Do not buy this TV!

I have bought several TV’s over the past 25 years .. it has been a favorite brand and one that I trusted.

I bought this one in July, 2006 .. the sound started cutting out immediately, then the picture completely went out in September. Since it was still under the manufacturer’s warranty I contacted .

After several calls and talking to different people they referred me to a local service shop. The repairman identified the part that needed to be replaced, but said the pert wouldn’t be available until December.

The repair shop gave me a number for Philips Consumer Services. After several calls to them they finally agreed to replace the TV.

The new TV is acting just like the other one. The sound suddenly goes silent. But when you switch to another channel and return the sound is restored. I had to do this six times last night during a 2 hour movie.

If the picture goes out or the sound gets worse it will end up in the dumpster. I will not deal with or Philips again.

I believe this model has been discontinued and that the name has been licensed to a Chinese manufacturer and is no longer affiliated with Phillips. That said…

I purchased this 3 days ago as an “open box” for $489. I am using it as a monitor for my PC at present, and am happy with both the video and audio.

I had trouble getting the brightness up enough, but found my video card’s software was limiting contrast and brightness levels to 50%. Now the picture is bright and clear using component inputs at 720p resolution.

Will order a DVI to HDMI converter cable or will get a vid card that outputs HDMI natively to run at 1080i. As the set ONLY includes the power cord.

While the set has 6 different display formats (4:3, 14:9, 16:9, etc.) you only get “Auto” or “Widescreen” with HD output.

An earlier reviewer mentioned a persistant “electronic odor”, I am also smelling this but it seems to be fading.

I have had this set ( 32MF231D 37)for two months. It has an amazing picture the hd tuner works great over the air (used for two days while waiting for my aweful Cox hd dvr (man I miss my TIVO!) but I do not have southern exposure where I moved but I digress,

I updated the firmware and am getting 1080i through the HDMI connection which seems odd as the specs say it is not 1080i but I am not complaining.

I am sorry the other reviewers had a problem but I love mine.

Philips owns .

We bought the 32MF231D LCD-TV 3 days ago and it is INCREDIBLY GOOD. Great quality at a good price point - about $1000.

DVDs play back beautifully - especially using component inputs.

You want and expect HDTV to be awesome and it is - truly as good as any 32″ other HDTV in any technology.

The built-in ATSC/QAM and NTSC tuners make this a set a winner. You can get free over-the-air HDTV signals with a good quality antenna if you are in the right location.

Negatives -

The remote is not intuitive.

Video presets are worthless.

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UPDATE:

UNFORTUNATELY - As good as this set was, I had to return it. It had a persistent electronic odor that did not go away with time. My individual set may simply have been an isolated lemon. I don’t know.

I bought the upgrade version which is the Philips 32PF7321 as a replacement for about $200 more. The Philips has no smell, runs cooler and delivers better sound. The SD images on the Philips and are unmatched by other . Three months with the Philips and enjoying it every day.

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1 comment:

  1. oar8, 9. January 2008, 13:55

    This 32MF231D had been working beautifully for over a year. Everything had been tried on it, 720p, 1080i, HDMI, DVD upconversion, PS3 BluRay.

    So far the only complaint I have is that it chops off the outer band from the 1280×720 screen. Connection is via a DVI-D to HDMI cable. I have to try a different PC setup.

     

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