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Mitsubishi WD-52527 52-inch HDTV

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Mitsubishi WD-52527 52-inch HDTV

Date Published: 4/28/08

Mitsubishi's WD-52527 is a 52-inch rear-projection LCD HDTV that is packed to the gills with features.

A black frame surrounds the wide-format screen, with silver trim fashionably offsetting the picture. Speakers and controls are tucked into the dark gray base to keep the footprint small.

Images display at a resolution of 1,280X720, with all content converted to 720p. The internal ATSC tuner delivers high-definition programming without the need for an external receiver, while the CableCARD slot on the rear makes it possible to access digital cable content without a cable box. Six colors can be adjusted separately to fine-tune the color palette, and there are two adjustable picture presets for each input. Film content is smoothed for video viewing using 3:2 pulldown conversion, so fast sequences don't suffer from uneven motion.

Twin tuners make it possible to view two programs at once, including high-definition content, in either picture-in-picture or picture-out-of-picture arrangements. Six picture formats are available for standard analog content, while high-definition content can be configured in either of two formats.

The 5-1/2-inch internal stereo speakers produce 10 watts of audio output per channel, with automatic volume control to maintain a steady audio level. Another handy feature on the WD-52527 is TV Guide On-Screen, an interactive program guide that makes available listings of 8 days of upcoming programs. Channels can be reviewed in an on-screen list when considering what to watch.

The front panel offers audio/video and S-video inputs, while the rear panel has two RF inputs, two audio/video/S-video inputs, two component video inputs, two HDMI inputs with DVI audio, two FireWire (IEEE 1394) connectors, a fixed stereo audio output and a coaxial digital audio output. Two NetCommand connectors are provided for creating a home theater network with the TV at its center. The universal remote control is very easy to manage, with several illuminated keys for use at night.

The input and output selection is a definite plus on the Mitsubishi WD-52527, and the nice picture and impressive features make this a set worth looking into.



Warranty
1 year parts and labor



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Product Specs

Depth
17-4/5 in.
Height
33-9/10 in.
Width
49-3/5 in.
PIP/POP
yes
Nbr. of speakers
2
Screen size
52 in.
Watts per channel
10 watts X2
Weight
110 lbs.
Comb filter
3-D Y/C digital
Display capability
720p
Headphone jack
no
Parental control
yes
DVI/HDMI interface
HDMI X2 (with DVI audio)


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