Olevia 332H 32-Inch LCD HD Ready Monitor by Syntax Groups Corporation
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Digital camera reviews of Olevia 332H 32-Inch LCD HD Ready Monitor
Digital camera Review: Almost Perfect
Summary: 5 Stars
I recently decided to take the plunge and get an LCD T.V. I say take the plunge because it really is not as glamorous as you may think. Allow me to explain. LCD and Plasma T.V.s as generally in widescreen HD format which is actually great for DVDs and HD content, but since most content is still in SD(standard definition), it is not very good for watching regular T.V.
Back to the T.V. I generally do weeks of research before making a purchase more that $200, and this was no exception. After comparing all the T.V.s I could find, this one shined for both picture quality and price. The only real downside here is the lack of inputs (only one component input) and the lack of a DVI input, but obviously that didn't stop me, and I shall explain later on, because we must get the the heart of the issue.
HD Quality
- Hooked up to a HD reciever with HDMI, this monitor competes with those that cost hundreds more. I will tell you now, a $3,000 monitor or T.V. with get better quality, but in this price range (and maybe even the one above it) this T.V. is tops. I have also viewed HD content through a VGA hook up via my computer, and that looks pretty damn close. Do not under estimate VGA, just buy a very good cable. Belkin makes a great own around $30.
DVD Quality
- There are many ways to hook up a DVD player. I have done so in everyway possible which is component, composite, and through a computer VGA. The component and VGA look idenical for the most part, but many things can affect this. The better the DVD player (mine isn't that great) the better the pictures. Then with the computer, the better the DVD-ROM, the better the cable, and the better your decoder (I use PureVideo by nVIDIA), the better the picture. Composite video is about as good as the standard definition looks like, so that really should be a last resort.
SD Content
- As I explained before, SD T.V. doesn't generally look good on most HDTVs or monitors, but for the price of this monitor, I was amazed. I really attribute some of it to my PureVideo decoder, as I watch it with a Media Center PC through VGA, so I hooked up through component, and it looked pretty damn close. It's no HD picture, or even DVD, but at 10' away, it looks good, no complaints.
Computer Content
- Hehe. I love using my Media Center PC on this monitor. It is clear and easy to read and use. I have it set to the monitors native 1366 x 768 resolution and it's great. I am sitting on the floor writing this review right now! Halo for the PC looks great on the monitor as well, very sharp, no problems.
I apologize for not being able to review gaming concole performance, as I don't own one at this moment in time, but one other review did, so check that out.
Audio
- The audio is, well, not that great, but to tell you the truth, as a former CompUSA employee, even the high price HDTVs don't have good audio. You really need an external audio audio source you can hook into your reciever, or even into the audio out on the T.V., it sounds better! If you aren't really into audio and don't want surround sound, it's no big deal, but I would reall suggest getting an external system
So overall, I am quite pleased with my purchase. I had been reviewing Olevia products at CompUSA for a while, as was always impressed and am glad I chose them. One you recieve the monitor, you will have to tweak the picture settings and what not. There is a good tutorial on how to do this on CNET, just search HDTV How-To, and you should be able to find it.
Enjoy your monitor!
Digital camera Review: Awesome value
Summary: 4 Stars
Didn't like that Amazon only advertised a black model and we got silver :(. Performance-wise, it does excellent. HDTV comes off pretty crisp. It works well as a computer monitor. Cordage was a little bit of an issue. Make sure your cords and adapters are in order for immediate use. Price is generally amazing and I'd get a larger one in a second!Digital camera Review: Best bang for your buck!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I can say with out a doubt that you will not find a better TV in this price range, so stop looking! I've owned this TV for about 10 months and have had zero problems. When viewing HD channels through my Comcast HD box the picture looks amazing. Both of my brother in-laws have more expensive LCDs (Panasonic and LG), but the Olevia is the hands down winner.
Although the picture is great and I've had a trouble-free past with this TV there are a few things that I wish were different. It would be nice if there was a remote code for Olevia so I would only have to use my Comcast remote instead of both of them. (There is a new comcast remote that lists Olevia codes, but none of them work on this TV.) A/V hookups on the front or side of the of the TV would be a nice improvement. Since I have the TV mounted on the wall it's difficult to temporarily hook something up, like a video camera. Additional A/V hookups would be another advantage, but can easily be solved by getting an A/V switch which will expand your inputs. I bought one for about $30 from Radio Shack, which provides me with 4 additional inputs. This also solved the problem with the lack of easily accessible A/V inputs on the TV. While the sound quality is okay, it's not that great. I've hooked up external speakers, so it's not really that big of a deal. The thickness of the TV is a bit larger than other brands (again not really a big deal).
All of these small gripes really aren't too important and they don't effect the value of this TV. If I had to make another decision now as to what TV to buy I would choose the Olevia, hands down. The overall quality, sleak design and picture quality (which in my opinion are the most important factors) can not be rivaled at this price point. Buy the Olevia! You won't be disappointed.
Digital camera Review: Excellent HDTV Purchase!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this item after hours and hours of research online for the best value. This is one excellent television set!! I have the Wii hooked up via component cable running in 480p and it looks way better than standard television. After some tinkering, I ran the computer to the television (DVI to HDMI cable seems to have the best picture, 1:1 mode on TV, set computer resolution to 1360x768) and the image is fantastic. Computer games are displayed with no ghosting or artifacts or distortion. If you are wondering which HDTV to purchase, this is the one, as long as you have a cable box. This unit does not come with a tuner, so you will need a box in order to receive any channels from cable, antenna, or satellite. The only downside to this unit is the manual, which comes on a CD instead of an actual paper manual. I give this unit 5/5 stars.Digital camera Review: Fantastic!
Summary: 5 Stars
Did lots of research and found that if you have cable/satellite box or DVD player, a tuner is a waste of about 45% of the cost of a flat screen. This doesn't have a tuner and you don't need it. Fabulous picture, great professional reviews of the components of this set, adequate speakers and kind tech support ("turn off the zoom on your dvr, please") would lead me to purchase again. This is bedroom set and when my bigscreen in family room dies, I'm going to Olevia for that also. Buy a "learning" remote so you don't have to fiddle with three remotes. Watch for sales, but I'd pay full price for this.