VIZIO M420SV 42 Inch Class Edge Lit Razor LED LCD HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps

by Vizio

Product Features

• 42-inch class HDTV features Razor LED backlighting and full HD 1080p resolution
• Built-in Wi-Fi with Internet Apps for access to Netflix, VUDU HD movies, Pandora Internet radio, and more
• 200,000:1 contrast ratio for deeper blacks and brighter whites; 120Hz smooth motion for crystal-clear motion video
• Four HDMI inputs for connecting your HD sources; HDMI 1.4 spec Audio Return Channel for audio upstream
• Enhanced two-sided remote control with full QWERTY keyboard

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Product Description

Amazon.com

Internet-Ready Television

Internet-ready TVs use your broadband connection to deliver dynamic content, whether it's streaming video from Netflix, new music from Pandora, or a quick glance at today's weather forecast.

Although there is overlap, each manufacturer offers a unique bundle of free or paid services, including streaming video and music, social networking apps, online photo galleries, news and financial updates, weather info, sports scores, and a variety of other smartphone-like applications.

Manufacturers continue to add new content to their offerings, keeping customers current through firmware updates, and making a bit of research a prudent step in your buying decision.

Learn more about Internet TVs, how they work, what services are offered by different manufacturers, and exactly what you'll need to get started at our Internet TV 101 customer center.

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May 2011
Get instant access to premium online entertainment through VIZIO's 42-inch class M420SV. VIZIO Internet Apps allows you to tap into an almost unlimited library of movies, TV shows, music, and more, with built-in Wi-Fi and an enhanced two-sided QWERTY remote. This TV also boasts 1080p Full HD resolution, four HDMI inputs for your high-def sources, edge-lit Razor LED backlighting for brilliant clarity in a razor thin design, and SRS StudioSound HD, for the immersive audio to match.

Instant access to premium entertainment in a brilliant LED-backlit display.

Instant, Connected Entertainment

42-Inch Display With Razor LED Backlighting

Edge-Lit Razor LED backlighting delivers brilliant clarity, vivid color and contrast, and an impressively slim form factor of just two inches, for the full visual experience.

Enjoy your high-definition sources in Full HD 1080p resolution, with a 200,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, for a clear, detailed picture with deeper blacks and brighter whites throughout your programming.

VIZIO Internet Apps

Easily connect to the Internet and stream movies and TV shows, listen to music and get the latest news, sports and weather. The M420SV connects wirelessly over an 802.11n Wi-Fi connection (or via a built-in Ethernet port if you'd prefer) to your home network. Once you're set up, you'll enjoy access to Internet content such as Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, and VUDU for streaming TV shows and movies; Pandora Internet Radio for discovering new music; your favorite social networking apps like Twitter or Facebook; photo-sharing services like Flickr and Picasa; and the latest news from the Associated Press and The New York Times. With a simple Internet connection, you'll get all that and plenty more.

VIZIO Internet Apps gives you a wealth of connected entertainment options.

120Hz refresh rate, for more clarity during fast-motion video.

Enhanced QWERTY Remote

The M420SV also ships with an enhanced two-sided remote. Up top you'll appreciate one-button access to Amazon Instant Video, Netlix, and Vudu. Flip it over and you get a full QWERTY keypad, for easy data-entry, search, or updating those ever-important social network statuses.

120Hz Smooth Motion

120Hz Smooth Motion technology delivers 120 scenes per second, producing an enhanced frame rate for smooth, super-sharp viewing, for fast-action sports and movies that are free of motion blur.

Optimal Viewing in Any Light

No matter your lighting arrangement, you'll always have the best picture possible thanks to built-in ambient light sensing technology. The M420SV automatically adjusts backlight levels based on its surroundings to optimize levels. The result is a balanced picture that will never appear washed out or too bright.

Four HDMI Ports With Audio Return Channel

Four HDMI ports accommodate your home theater setup, Blu-ray Player, gaming console, and satellite or cable TV, for a wealth of Full HD entertainment. These also feature the HDMI 1.4 spec Audio Return Channel, meaning you can send audio back to your home theater receiver on the same cable, rather than using the separaate S/PDIF output.

Built-in ambient light sensing technology ensures you'll have a great picture in any lighting.

Spectacular Surround Sound

Treat yourself to an audio experience to match that HD video. StudioSound HD provides immersive surround sound over stereo speakers, complete with deep bass and crisp high-frequency details. It also effectively levels abrupt volume fluctuations, to deliver crystal-clear dialogue throughout programming. The end result is a complete and truly engaging theater-like experience over the built-in stereo speakers.

ECO HD

VIZIO's ECO HD label means this HDTV exceeds the current ENERGY STAR Guidelines, saving you money on your utility bills while limiting your carbon footprint.

In addition, this display's backlight is more than other backlighting methods, since LED edge lights do not utilize mercury, an environmentally harmful substance.

M420SV Select Specifications

General
Display Size (Diagonal):	42 Inch Class (42.02 Inches Viewable)
Backlight Type:	Edge Lit LED
Resolution:	1080p
Dynamic Contrast Ratio:	200,000:1
Refresh Rate:	120Hz
Response Time:	5 ms
Channels/Speaker Output:	2 x 10W
Input/Outputs
HDMI with HDCP:	4
Component Video (YCrCB):	1
Composite Video:	1 (Shared With Component)
RF Connector for Internal Tuner:	1
Ethernet:	1
USB 2.0:	2
Optical Digital Out (SPDIF):	1
Weight
With Stand:	29.5 lbs.
Without Stand:	26.6 lbs.
Dimensions
With Stand:	39.4 x 27.2 x 9.0 Inches (W x H x D)
Without Stand:	39.4 x 25.0 x 2.0 Inches (W x H x D)

What's in the Box

Vizio M420SV 42-Inch 1080p LED LCD HDTV, Remote Control With Batteries, Documentation

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VIZIO 2011 M Series Comparison

Series	M-0SV	M-OSR
Display Sizes	42", 47"	37"
Panel Type	Edge-Lit LED (42") LED with Smart Dimming (47")	Edge-Lit LED
3D Ready	--	--
Resolution	1080p	1080p
Contrast Ratio	200,000:1 (42") 2,000,000:1 (47")	100,000:1
Response Time:	5 ms	5ms
Refresh Rate	120Hz (42") 240 Hz (47")	120Hz
Light Sensor
VIZIO Internet Apps
Wireless LAN	802.11n	802.11n
Ethernet
HDMI Inputs	4	3
PC Input
USB 2.0 Ports	2	2
USB Supported Formats	MP3, JPEG	JPEG

Product Description

Vizio m420sv always been one of television favorites, especially for people who want to see in the picture is very smooth and crisp. now, VIZIO launched the newest generation, the VIZIO M420SV, which has dilangkapi with Internet applications. This feature allows you to watch streaming, listening to music and view news and weather. In addition VIZIO M420SV equipped with 802.11n Wi-Fi connection.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

38 of 39 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT TV - NO COMPLAINTS SO FAR October 28, 2011

By David L. Welch

i purchased this 42" vizio tv a couple of weeks ago and so far i am very happy. it has great color i love the internet apps, the high def looks great and even the 3d is stunning. after much research, i found the amazon price very reasonable compared to other vendors, especially considering the fact that i did not have to pay any sales tax and shipping and handling were free. setup was basically easy (i am not real technically inclined) and we had the tv up and running within 20 or so minutes.

i have a few minor complaints but still feel this tv warrants five stars. they are:

1. the sound is not the richest, but most flat screens will have sound which is inferior to a home theater system. thus, i purchased a sony home theatre for my visio and am very happy. cost of the home theater from amazon; $257.

2. the tv takes a little while to come on. i don't know if that is particular to this brand/model since this is the first flat screen i have owned.

3. if you have little children, the tv base that comes with it is not real stable and the tv could possibly be tipped easily. of course if you are hanging it on a wall, this is not an issue. be sure to have your tv on a solid level stand so it will not tend to tip.

other than that i am very pleased with the quality and price of my new tv. now i just hope i don't become a couch potato and gain 50 pounds with my new little toy.

oh yes, one idea i've tried which i really like. i've been storing tons of digital photos on a couple of computers for years. they were really not organized much and i seldom viewed them. since the vizio will play photos or music from its usb ports, i purchased a 16 mb thumb drive and put literally thousands of photos on it, arranged in various folders. i plugged my thumb drive into the usb port on the side of my vizio, and now i can watch a slide show right in my living room any time i want.

the only thing i was disappointed in is vizio will not play videos on removeable drives. but i purchased a western digital media player (a little black box with a remote; model # WDAVNOOBN) to plug into vizio's hdmi port. that will allow me to play my home videos from an external drive hooked to the media box. the western digital player only cost $39, well worth it.

hope this review helped.
dave

50 of 54 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great buy Great TV June 21, 2011

By seveles

I spent months looking for a TV and finally found this one. After comparing different models i decided on this one for the price. The LED LCD screen at 42" is big enough for all your needs, home theater, casual watching, video games. its excellent, the TV is light and thin due to it being a flat screen and all :P. easy to use menu and set up. the only downside is you cannot turn off the WiFi on it. which tbh isnt really a down side. ive owned it for 2 months now and love it, so my suggestion if you are looking for a TV this is the one

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent For The Price June 20, 2011

By ethanmc12

Amazon Verified Purchase

This is my first HDTV after looking and researching for months. There is not much bad I can say about it. Picture is excellent, price is great, and apps are a great addition to the already amazing package. Vizio has upped their game recently and this shows it. I highly recommend it.