Apex GB-4308 43-Inch Projection TV

by Apex

Product Details

Product Manual [457kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 22.1 x 37 x 46.9 inches ; 134 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 170 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B00006FXGC
• Item model number: GB-4308
• Batteries: 2 AAA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (58 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #194,107 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Get affordable high-resolution images on a standard 4:3 ratio screen with Apex's GB-4308 projection set. This 43-inch monster is ideal for DVD viewing, from its progressive-scan component-video inputs (for use with a compatible DVD player) to its four-line comb filter and velocity-scan modulation technology. A progressive-scan DVD player output, referred to as 480p for the number of horizontal lines that compose the video image, creates a picture using twice the scan lines of a conventional DVD picture, giving you higher resolution and sharper images while eliminating nearly all motion artifacts.

Velocity-scan modulation improves the definition at this set's picture edges, creating sharper images by slowing the CRT (cathode-ray tube) beam's horizontal scanning during demanding work--say, when rendering transitions from light to dark parts of an image--and speeding it up when scanning easily rendered sections, like broad dark areas. The GB-4308's 2D Y/C four-line comb filter further enhances resolution by removing blurred edges between colors and reducing dot crawl (tiny, moving dots of color along a sharp color separation in a vertical line, as in a depiction of a character's striped T-shirt).

In the audio department, BBE sound simulates surround sound through two channels, either the set's or an external pair. When listening through external speakers, you can still control the volume right from the remote control after connecting the set's variable audio outputs to an amp or receiver. The set offers two component-video inputs (one for standard component-video, one for progressive-scan), two S-video inputs, one RF input (compatible with antennas and older VCRs), two rear AV inputs, and one set of front AV inputs.

From the Manufacturer

Features:

• 43" screen
• 480p progressive scan
• 2D Y/C (4-line) comb filter
• Velocity scan modulation
• Universal remote control
• BBE sound
• Digital convergence
• Component video inputs (2)/ YCbCr (1)/ YPbPr (1)
• S-video inputs (2)
• RF input (1)
• Rear AV inputs (2)
• Front AV input (1)
• 4-picture modes (normal, theater, soft, personal)
• Dual antenna jack
• Protective shield
• Variable audio output
• 2nd surface mirror
• Trilingual OSD (English, Spanish, French)
• Closed-caption display
• V-chip

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic TV!, October 27, 2002

By 

thegreenemachine (Bakersville NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apex GB-4308 43-Inch Projection TV (Electronics)

The Apex GB-4308 is one fantastic television.

If you're looking for a super tv this is your baby!!!

This set matched and surpassed my highest expectations. I am on satellite---have tested it with coxial, S-VHS and rca jacks with the same excellent results. Suggest if you do get one of these sets you get satellite if you don't already have...dish and directv both have giveaway deals...to fully enjoy the set to its fullest potential (cable tv in general really [very very not nice], after satellite).

The picture quality is excellent. Its as close to movie film as I have ever seen, even a few feet away the picture isn't destorted. The picture is really in a class all its own and you have to see it to believe a big screen tv could be this sensational.

The sound is just as impressive. It has a great stereo surround sound effect for a tv set. The only sound better would be a surround sound system and receiver offering dolby 5.1, dts and dolby pro logic II (not just pro logic).

Like everything with Apex it is extremely high tech with connectors for the connectors!!! Anyone can use it but you do have to read instructs...its not just simple plug and play with an Apex unit.

If you're looking for one great tv this is YOUR ticket. I got mine at rexstores.com which included an additional instant promo discount already off a terrific price, ...others also carry the set.

But don't get the Apex HT 100W surround sound system if you want surround sound from satellite, vcr or cable---It will NOT do it.

This Apex 43 inch set is the cat's meow, why pay more and get less???

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great bang for the buck, October 15, 2002

By 

"jahrens2" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apex GB-4308 43-Inch Projection TV (Electronics)

I bought this TV and at first had a problem with it shutting off for no reason at all. which was quite a hassle but after some struggle with the company I bought it from and boy they gave me quite the runaround ( I would not recommend anyone shop at REX they are more trouble than they are worth.) once they exchanged my TV for one that worked properly. I have had nothing but good experience with this TV. the picture is very clear. the easy to use, and easy to program, universal remote works from almost anywhere. For being a projection TV, the myths of having to be right in front of it to see it are wrong! you can sit at as much as a 70 degree angle to the left or right and still get a good view of the picture. it has all the inputs you could need and a single stereo output, to run through what ever amplifier or reciever you may choose. over all picture clarity is magnificent whether it be cable , VCR, DVD, or a video game system. I personally use a sony playstation, and the graphics are unbeatable. and if you get a dvd player remember to go with the progressive scan. It makes for an even clearer picture.
what else can I say I like it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars APEX does not want customers!!, September 19, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Apex GB-4308 43-Inch Projection TV (Electronics)

The only explanation that I have for the lack of service APEX offers is that they do not want customers. They are destined to go out of business. Sure, delivery was great... the first three months were great... but then, all of a sudden, the color in the picture totally distorts making it impossible to watch. I have been dealing with customer support now for TWO MONTHS!!! This is the honest to God truth! I wouldn't take time to write a review otherwise. I was nice to them for so long, and they just became more and more rude over time. I shouldn't have a problem like this so soon after purchase, but even so, being under manufacture warranty, THIS PROBLEM SHOULD BE CORRECTED BY NOW! I have told their customer service (ha!) that I am going to spread the word all over the Internet that APEX is ripping off consumers and should be put out of business. Buy from a more established manufacturer.