NuVision 42LCM1 42 inch 1080p LCD Display Review

NuVision is a relatively new arrival on the wide screen high definition manufacturing scene. It has recently released two 16:9, 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixel resolution) high definition LCD TVs to add to its existing LCD range. An example of NuVision’s emphasis on pushing technological boundaries is its newly released, and reviewed, 1080p LED DLP rear projection TV, the 52 inch 52LEDLP, which utilizes Luminus’s PhlatLight LED chipset to replace the conventional color wheel and lamp assembly used by DLP systems.

In regard to the 42 inch 42LCM1 1080p LCD TV, NuVision have produced an LCD with impressive brightness, contrast and response time. So how do they compare with similar size LCD televisions from more well known brands?

At 600 cd/m2 the 42LCM1’s impressive brightness is higher than Sharps AUOS LC-46D62U (450 cd/m2) and Samsung’s LE45F71B (450 cd/m2).

Its contrast ratio of 1200:1 is less than Sharps AUOS LC-46D62U (2000:1 and 10,000:1 dynamic), Sony’s Bravia KDL-46XBR3 (1300:1 and 7,000:1 dynamic) and Samsung’s LE45F71B (6,000:1 dynamic)

While its response time 8ms is excellent, it is slower than the blistering 4ms of Shap’s AUOS LC-46D62U and equals the 8ms of the Samsung LE45F71B.

The viewing angle of 176 degrees is satisfactory and only slightly exceeded by Sony’s and Samsung’s 178 degree range.

The NuVision 42LCM1 is an attractive looking television with a piano black gloss front bezel television. It has a unique stand which allows it to be tilted in the vertical plane. The bottom speaker is removable and the shallow depth means the television can be wall mounted.

The NuVision 42LCM1 has twin HDMI inputs for setup flexibility and to make it compatible with the latest 1080p high definition video products.

NuVision has its on proprietary image processing system, Intelligent Digital Optimization that includes sophisticated scaling, de-interlacing, noise reduction, film detection, 3-2 pulldown, 3D comb filtering with flesh tone and color processing. NuVision has engineered its LCD screens to effectively anticipate pixel status for image movement and coloring.

The 42LCM1’s excellent brightness and contrast are attributed to NuVision’s Deep Black LCD technology

NuVision went with SRS TruSurround XT surround sound technology for their 52 inch 52LEDLP RPTV, but with the 42LCM1 have gone for BBE ViVA which is a new High Definition 3D Sound technology which integrates a 3D enhancement effect with BBE High Definition Sound. ViVA creates an authentic and exciting 3D sound effect from stereo speakers while preserving the clarity, definition, presence and texture for which BBE High Definition Sound is noted.

In times of decreasing warranty periods, NuVision’s televisions are backed by a 2 year warranty which covers parts and labor.

The other 1080p LCD TV released by NuVision is the larger 47 inch 47LCM1 which has a higher contrast ratio of 1200:1 and a slightly faster response time of 6ms

Screen Size	42” 1080p Active Matrix TFT Deep Black LCD
Aspect Ratio	16:9 Widescreen
Native Resolution	1920 x 1080p
Brightness	600 cd/m2
Contrast	> 1000:1
Viewing Angle	176V / 176H
Pixel Pitch	0.48mm
Maximum Color	16.7M
Response time	<8ms
Video Processing - De-interlacing, Scaling	NiDO - NuVision intelligent Digital Optimization
Comb Filter	3D Y/C with recursive noise reduction
Film Mode	3:2 & 2:2 inverse pull down
Signal Capability	480i / 480p / 720p / 1080i / 1080p
Color Temperature	(menu selectable) CIE: D6500 (Warm) , D7500 (Normal) & 9300° (Cool) all inputs & scan rates
Picture Presets	soft/normal/bright/”user memory” by input
TV System	NTSC
AUDIO
Speaker type	Detachable Bottom Mount, 2 Way
Amplifier power	10 watt x 2
Surround System	BBE “VIVA”
Audio Mode Presets	User/Cinema/Music/News
Tone controls	Bass / Treble / Balance
CONNECTORS
AV Inputs	Composite RCA x 2, S-Video, 4-pin DIN x 1
Component Video	Y Pb Pr / Y Cb Cr, RCA x2
VGA In	(with DDC2Bi) D-sub 15 pin
HDMI (with Hi-Definition Copy Protection)	480i/480p / 720p / 1080i / 1080p x 2
Video Out	Composite RCA x1
PC Audio Stereo	1/8” Mini Jack x 1
Audio In	(RCA) L/R RCA for S-Video/AV/Component x4
Audio out (fixed/variable via menu selection)	L/R RCA AV out, RCA x1
Earphone Jack	Stereo mini Jack - 1
NuControl	RS-232/IR Control Interface Bi-Directional, D-sub 9 pin, IR Input & IP Pass Thru
Flash Memory update	via D-sub 9
FEATURES
PC “auto” adjust mode	YES
Picture-in-Picture & Picture by Picture	Main pix & sub pix switchable among three groups: (HDMI) (VGA / YPrPb) (AV1-2 / TV)
Flesh Tone & Color Correction	Yes
Input labeling (OSD)	Yes
Sleep Timer	off (total 180 minutes)
Wake up timer (clock)	Turns on to last input selected
Multi language OSD	English, French, Spanish
View Modes (format control)	4:3, Panorama, Zoom, 16:9
Picture Freeze	Yes
Remote	Full Function & Discrete Code Source keys
TV stand included	Fixed
Wall mount (VESA)	200 x 200mm
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply (internal)	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption	250W
Stand-by Consumption	3W
Dimensions (with Stand)	32.8”H x 42.2” W x 12.1” D
Dimensions (without Stand)	30.9”H x 42.2” W x 4.8” D
Dimension (without Stand & Speakers)	D 27.0”H x 42.2” W x 4.8” D
Net Weight (With Stand)	103 lbs.
Net Weight (Without Stand)	N/A
Regulatory / Other	FCC-B,UL 1950, Canadian ICES-003-B,EPA,CSAC22>2 No.950
AC cord	3-Prong with earth terminal
Accessories Included	User Manual, Remote Control, Batteries, VGA cable

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