Are Vizios good 3D TVs?

[MaskedRider]

I'm looking to get a 3D TV and am currently looking at E3D470VX simply because it's $600 and I don't have a ton of money. But I don't want to rush out and pay for a crap TV. I really want to see if it's worth it. I read a review that praised the hell out of the TV but am wondering if that was just one person's opinion.

Also, and a side note I am wondering if I'll have to buy a new receiver. My current one doesn't support 3D since it was manufactured before 3D TVs. Can I still use my current receiver or not?

[i007spectre]

I am not sure of the quality of Vizio TV's, but I can answer the second part.

If your receiver does not support HDMI 1.4 then it will not pass the 3D signal to your TV. So yes you can still use it but you wont be able to use the 3D function of your TV.

[formula_nebula]

Originally Posted by MaskedRider

I'm looking to get a 3D TV and am currently looking at E3D470VX simply because it's $600 and I don't have a ton of money. But I don't want to rush out and pay for a crap TV. I really want to see if it's worth it. I read a review that praised the hell out of the TV but am wondering if that was just one person's opinion.

Also, and a side note I am wondering if I'll have to buy a new receiver. My current one doesn't support 3D since it was manufactured before 3D TVs. Can I still use my current receiver or not?

I was thinking about getting the E3D420..heard very good reviews for it. But shoot..I might just pay the extra cash for the 47 :-) Hoping to get something soon within the next couple of months.

[MaskedRider]

Originally Posted by formula_nebula

I was thinking about getting the E3D420..heard very good reviews for it. But shoot..I might just pay the extra cash for the 47 :-) Hoping to get something soon within the next couple of months.

Me too. I don't want to make a rash decision though. I've been reading good reviews on this TV. I never really wanted a 3D TV, I just don't think the technology will last, but hearing the review of Creature From the Black Lagoon has been swaying me. And the fact that Dial M for Murder is coming out in 3D makes me want it as well. Using 3D TVs for movies that were intended for 3D is the right way to go.

Anyway, I need to be spending probably close to $1000 on the TV and new receiver. So that kind of sucks, but whatever. I want to do it.

Sorry about my rambling

[jj5206]

I've been looking at the 47' Vizio 3DTV for a while now. I am curious if anyone owns it. I'm in need for a new TV in the "man cave" and would love to get a 3DTV by hopefully the end of January.

[formula_nebula]

The only negative I have heard about the tv is the sound quality. Everything else is very good. A soundbar or home theater system fixes that problem though :-)

[steve1971]

From what I been hearing and have read Vizio HDTV's are getting better and better every year. My first HDTV was a Vizio years ago and it was a disaster! But hey things have changed for them big time since then. Would I personally ever own a Vizio again? No but thats just me. Hell I dont plan on buying another HDTV anytime soon period.

[jj5206]

One thing that I would like to know about this tv before I purchase it is if you have the ability to turn 120hz mode off in the menu. I can't stand watching movies with 120hz mode on.

[keb33509]

Originally Posted by jj5206

One thing that I would like to know about this tv before I purchase it is if you have the ability to turn 120hz mode off in the menu.

Yes, you can. You just turn smooth motion off and you are back to a 60hz TV. My father has this TV at his home and it is an excellent 3D Television. Almost up to par with my LG. The only downside to Vizio is that they are slow with firmware updates, but that does not make this a television I would not recommend. For the price and size, you cannot find a better passive 3D set.

[Spaulding]

I bought a Samsung 51" active 3D plasma. Had to take it back and bought the 3D47OVX. I took the Vizio back because the 3D has noticeably lower detail. That and the backlight uniformity was bad with blotchy white patches. The good points are great 2D picture and a bright 3D picture. Wireless built in worked. The 3D being 540p was noticeable but the image overall was good, depth, pop and motion. The blotchy backlight could have been just my tv so check with other owners on that. I would recommend checking out a 720p 3D plasma if you want around $600 I think one is going for $650 at BB. Look at both and decide.

[poke smot]

overall im happy with my vizio 3d tv. i have the 42 lcd. once i tweaked the settings, i was more happy with it. for the money you cant beat it.

[JavaJulien]

Originally Posted by formula_nebula

The only negative I have heard about the tv is the sound quality. Everything else is very good. A soundbar or home theater system fixes that problem though :-)

Same thing I've heard as well. Good Picture Quality, but subpar sound. But then, that tends to be the same for most HDTVs without external speakers.

[br3ttD]

I've had the Vizio 47inch for just over 6 months and so far i'm very happy with it. Yes the sound is weak but the 3D looks really good however, i'm not very demanding of my picture quality. It's a nice tv for the price.

[IWORKINelectronics]

Good luck with your vizio's the company is just a value brand. Meaning the buy tier 2 or flawed panels from name brand companies like lg. Then they buy Old parts as well and that's how they put together a tv. That is how the owner got into Business, he would bulk buy all the 3 and 4 yr old parts from name brands and then sell smaller quantities to value companies. The worst part is Vizio is not an American made company they are made in Taiwan, the assembled in North America aka Mexico. They are on the verge of a class action lawsuit because they don't keep track of who's parts they use in any tv's nor do they back stock anything. So when people call for a part that's not warranty covered or just out of warranty they recommend you buy a replacement tv. At least once a week I have someone come tell me their vizio broke after a year and a half.

[keb33509]

Originally Posted by IWORKINelectronics

Good luck with your vizio's the company is just a value brand. Meaning the buy tier 2 or flawed panels from name brand companies like lg. Then they buy Old parts as well and that's how they put together a tv. That is how the owner got into Business, he would bulk buy all the 3 and 4 yr old parts from name brands and then sell smaller quantities to value companies. The worst part is Vizio is not an American made company they are made in Taiwan, the assembled in North America aka Mexico. They are on the verge of a class action lawsuit because they don't keep track of who's parts they use in any tv's nor do they back stock anything. So when people call for a part that's not warranty covered or just out of warranty they recommend you buy a replacement tv. At least once a week I have someone come tell me their vizio broke after a year and a half.

Haha, people like you make me laugh. I have a first generation ILO LCD, yes ILO, they do not even make them anymore! Guess what? It works and still looks better than some of the other LCDs I've seen over the years . Vizio is one of the fastest growing television manufacturers. Anything, and I mean anything, that is mass produced has the potential for flaw.

[steve1971]

Originally Posted by keb33509

Haha, people like you make me laugh. I have a first generation ILO LCD, yes ILO, they do not even make them anymore! Guess what? It works and still looks better than some of the other LCDs I've seen over the years . Vizio is one of the fastest growing television manufacturers. Anything, and I mean anything, that is mass produced has the potential for flaw.

I agree Keb.

[My_Two_Cents]

Originally Posted by keb33509

Yes, you can. You just turn smooth motion off and you are back to a 60hz TV.

Wrong.

Where do people come up with this stuff?

120Hz is the refresh rate of the set. It is NOT adjustable. Motion interpolation is what produces the soap opera effect and IS adjustable. Please understand the technology before offering advice, as it only perpetuates the cycle of under-informed members.

[keb33509]

Originally Posted by My_Two_Cents

Wrong.

Where do people come up with this stuff?

120Hz is the refresh rate of the set. It is NOT adjustable. Motion interpolation is what produces the soap opera effect and IS adjustable. Please understand the technology before offering advice, as it only perpetuates the cycle of under-informed members.

Well, I am glad you were able to come here to correct me on a matter that really doesn't have anything to do with what the OP asked. As a matter of fact, I am very knowledgeable on television technology. What I was meaning to state is that if the member turns the smooth motion setting off, it will reduce or resolve the soap opera effect. This would put it back into a more natural viewing mode. Several televisions use software to "fake" a faster refresh rate than what they are actually equipped with. Your two cents are worthless here.

[Cevolution]

Originally Posted by keb33509

Well, I am glad you were able to come here to correct me on a matter that really doesn't have anything to do with what the OP asked. As a matter of fact, I am very knowledgeable on television technology. What I was meaning to state is that if the member turns the smooth motion setting off, it will reduce or resolve the soap opera effect. This would put it back into a more natural viewing mode. Several televisions use software to "fake" a faster refresh rate than what they are actually equipped with. Your two cents are worthless here.

What makes Ric's two cents worthless here? If anything your input is far more worthless than his.

[poke smot]

geez....no reason to get all defensive because someone corrected your error. at first i disliked smooth motion. now i watch most everything on low. it helps the vizio look just a little better, a little sharper. im happy with my vizio. would i want a panny plasma? hell yeah, but pound for pound, you cant beat this box.