DPR editors' take

Although DPR did not review the 42-inch Vizio SV420XVT, we did review the 47-inch Vizio SV470XVT. Judging from their spec sheets the two Vizio flat-panel LCDs are basically identical but for screen size, so we expect the review of the 47-inch model to give a good indication of how the 42-inch model will perform. For more information, refer to the full review of the Vizio SV470XVT.

• Manufacturer: Vizio


• Part Number:SV420XVT

General

• Product Type 42 in LCD TV
• Digital Television Certification HDTV
• TV Tuner 1x analog/digital combo
• Video Interface HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite
• PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
• Dimensions With stand
• Width 39.4 in
• Depth 9.5 in
• Height 27.2 in
• Weight 46.3 lbs

Display

• Diagonal Size 42 in - Widescreen
• Technology TFT active matrix


• Resolution 1920 x 1080
• Display Format 1080p (FullHD)


• Image Aspect Ratio 16:9


• 120Hz Yes
• Color Depth Up to 1.06 billion colors
• Image Contrast Ratio 1300:1


• Dynamic Contrast Ratio 6500:1
• Brightness (cd/m2) 500 cd/m2


• Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
• Widescreen Modes Zoom


• Viewing Angle 178 degrees
• Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees
• Pixel Response Time 5 ms
• Backlight Life 50,000 hour(s)
• Comb Filter 3D digital
• V-Chip Control Yes


• Color Temperature Control Yes (Standard/Cool/Warm)
• Additional Features Video noise reduction , 2:2 pull down compensation , 3:2 pull down compensation

TV Tuner

• Analog TV Tuner NTSC
• Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP) (1 tuner)
• Reception System NTSC,  ATSC,  QAM


• Stereo Reception System MTS

Digital TV Tuner

• Digital TV Tuner QAM , ATSC
• Digital TV Modulations 8-VSB

Video Features

• HDTV Ready Yes
• Input Video Formats 480i , 480p , 720p , 1080i , 1080p
• Supported Computer Resolutions 1920 x 1080 , 1024 x 768 (XGA) , 800 x 600 (SVGA) , 1280 x 1024 (SXGA)
• Parental Channel Lock Yes
• Closed Caption Capability Yes

Remote Control

• Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared
• Supported Devices TV

Audio System

• Sound Output Mode Stereo
• Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT
• Audio Controls Balance , Bass , Treble
• Speakers Included 3 speakers
• Output Power / Total 30 Watt
• Speaker(s) 3 x Speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt

Connections

• Connector Type 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side , 1 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side , 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side , 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear , 3 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear , 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Rear , 1 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear , 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear , 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear , 1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear , 1 x SPDIF output ( TOSLINK ) - Rear

Stands & Mounts

• Stand Included Yes
• Stand Design Tabletop

Compliances

• Compliant Standards CSA,  FCC Class B certified

Miscellaneous

• Included Accessories Cleaning cloth
• Cables Included HDMI cable

Power

• Power Device Power supply - Internal
• Power AC 120/230 V
• Power Consumption Operational 300 Watt

Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year

Dimensions & Weight Details

• Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 39.4 in x 4 in x 25.6 in x 44.5 lbs

Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)

• Weight (Shipping) 58.2 lbs