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Toshiba Regza RV530U Series
Released March, 2008
The Pros:Four HDMI inputs. Great black levels. Great price/performance value.
The Cons:Component input can't handle 1080p. VGA input max resolution is 1280x1024. TV is really 1080i steped up to 1080P (was told by toshiba techsupport).
The RV530 Series is Toshiba's entry level 1080p line of LCD televisions for 2008. Above the RV530 is the XV540 and XF550U series which have 10-bit panels, and a 120Hz mode. Common to all 2008 Toshibas the RV530s use the PixelPure 4G processor for 14-bit image processing, with the panel supporting 8-bits of color.
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Below the RV530s is the RV510 line of TVs which have a 720p native resolution.
Specs
- 1080p native resolution
- Dynamic backlight for improved dynamic contrast ratio
- 14-bit PixelPure processor
- 8-bit panel
- 5 picture setting modes
- 8ms response time
- Inputs: HDMI x 4, Component x 2, Composite x 2, S-Video x 1, VGA x 1
14-bit processing/8-bit panel - Being a chip company Toshiba's television strength lies in the pixel processing technology with the RV530 featuring the latest 4G PixelPure chip. Processing of the image is done at 14-bit, while the panel displays 8-bit color information. These extra bits are used for more color reproduction and Toshiba claims they should result in a clearer and more vibrant picture. However these extra colors are usually not displayed since the source content itself is the limiting factor.
DynaLight dynamic backlight - the television's processor analyzes the overall lighting level of the frame and adjusts the backlight accordingly to best accommodate the overall picture.46+ have deep color support
Limits on inputs - The VGA input can handle a maximum resolution of 1280x1024, while the Component inputs max out at 1080i and cannot handle 1080p.
Models
The naming convention of the RV530 series takes the form of: Toshiba Regza --RV530
- 32RV530 - 32" screen | March 2008
- 37RV530 - 37" screen | March 2008
- 42RV530 - 42" screen | March 2008
- 46RV530 - 46" screen | March 2008 - supports deep color
- 52RV530 - 52" screen | March 2008 - supports deep color
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Great price/performance value
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Component input can't handle 1080p
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VGA input max resolution is 1280x1024
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TV is really 1080i steped up to 1080P (was told by toshiba techsupport)
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Comments (3)
rpmjr:
#toshiba_regza_rv530u_series Trouble with audio reverberation/buzz when digital channel has pixilation/little squares scattered in the picture screen while a person is talking. None of my other Toshiba LCD TV's do this. Also the stand does not attach to the TV and hold it level. It's off 1/4 inch at the ends. TV is going back in the box and back to where it came from. Too bad for me, I trust the Toshiba brand so much for technology and reliability that even I will try to get another one that doesn't do this annoying noise. When the digital channels are clear of pixilation, it's a great TV, along with the piece of wood shim under the stand. If I get pixilation, the I have to watch the show on an analog station (while they are still being broadcast).
Sep 22, 08
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cmejia:
#toshiba_regza_rv530u_series Great looking LCD Panel. Very light after unpacking it and assemblying it I took to my downstairs room without help. I don't get the 33ms shortcut for gaming if the panel is 8ms response time, whatever. Good price to performace ration. Not too fond of the control's esthetics.
May 17, 08
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