The 30DF56 is a 30-inch widescreen Toshiba TV with internal NTSC/ATSC/QAM tuners for direct reception of both analog and digital signals. The silver and gray cabinet features bottom-mounted stereo speakers, front composite video inputs and a flat picture tube for minimizing distortion and glare. The picture is sharp, although images are displayed in standard definition (480i) and not high definition (720p or 1,080i). Velocity scan modulation and a digital comb filter contribute to the crispness of the picture.

The stereo speakers are rated at 5 watts of audio output, with volume leveling and simulated surround sound available. Other convenience features include favorite channel memory, on/off/sleep timers, a game timer and channel labeling. In addition to the front inputs, the rear of the cabinet offers a second composite video input, an S-video input, a component video input, a coaxial digital audio output for digital content and fixed audio outputs. The universal remote control has glow buttons and offers direct access to four components. The Toshiba 30DF56 is an affordable entry into digital programming for those in the market for a 30-inch TV.

Pros: Widescreen format, ATSC/QAM tuners, favorite channel memory
Cons: SD display, no DVI or HDMI input

Warranty
1 year parts and labor, 2 years picture tube