Panasonic PT-53X54 53" Widescreen Projection HDTV-Ready TV

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Summary: Best bang for the buck HDTV
Review: Rear projection HDTV is the perfect solution for those of us who want HDTV - a BIG HDTV on a well, not so big budget. We love this - big bright picture, amazing HDTV clarity, and a decent sound system built-in.

-Plenty of connections including HDMI. Check your receiver - most are DVI right now, but there is a conversion cable available for under $40 Use the HDMI connector for the best picture.

- Huge screen. Plenty of real estate for Monday Night Football, but beware - this TV is not thin. It takes up some considerable real estate in the den as well.

- Split screen, but no PIP. I never use it.

- Great on-screen menus make adjustments a breeze. The Auto Converge feature is nice, but it's not perfect. You will still need to tweak it manually. I find if I do a convergance about one a month, the picture is great.

- Remember, rear projector are prone to burn-in so dont watch it in 4:3 mode if you can help it.

- Additional A/V connectors on the front lower right corner of the TV make it easy to use a video camera or other input device. Very convenient.

- Despite its large size, its easy to move around (it has wheels!)

Recommended to those who want HDTV on a budget.