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5.0 stars
"A VERY PLEASANT SURPRISE!"
Pros: 1080p that looks great with any source on the market, the ALL black cabinet is classy looking with no annoying silver, 62" tops a normal 60" TV in screen size, fits perfectly in a corner viewing
Cons: the set-up menu is slightly awkard but easy to master
Summary: After some extensive research on projection HDTV's I was all set to purchase the much hyped Sony 60" SXRD silicon on crystal, i.e. LYCOS, television. However, after visiting seven display stores I was shocked at how great this new Mitsubishi looked compared to many of its over-hyped rivals. It was on par with the Sony SXRD, and about $1000 cheaper. Also, if you have a wife who is more concerned about the actual asthetic look of the TV cabinet, and less concerned about the TV screen's picture, then this sleek, flat-black 62" is for you. (but the picture is great as well, and it is true 1080p capable)
The Sony SXRD's made the mistake of putting gigantic silver speakers (unremovable) on the sides of the TV, making the cabinet over 66" wide for the 60" screen. While this 62" wide-screen Mits TV has a cabinet that is only 58.5" wide! (since the speakers are on the bottom) Doesn't Sony realize that most people who spend this kind of money on a TV buy a surround system anyway? And when you are putting a TV in the corner like many of us, those extra 8" of width could be everything to the viewing angles of your room.
Anyway, I have a Hi-Def cable box into this DLP wonder and the picture is amazing and matches any TV I have seen in the stores, including besting the much hyped Samsung 1080p DLP's. The only minor drawback is getting used to the menu system from Mits. But if you are even just a little technology saavy you should be able to figure this TV out in no time.
After hours of online study, I was a little dismayed that some of the over-hyped TV's, like the Samsung and the Sonys, didn't impress as much in person. The Mits doesn't carry the store presence or advertising budgets of some other brands (Tweeter has the model in stock if you would like to take a look at it) but the performance is there. This TV is a brilliant piece of equipment, with an astounding Hi-Def picture. I can honestly say that I never expected to get this kind of performance from a Mitsubushi! Now I have to match some serious audio equipment from Vann's to this TV and I will be in High Definition heaven.
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i also decided to buy the mitsubishi after comparing it with a more expensive sony set.
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I had high expectations, but the mitsubishi has fallen short. The first week the picture went out on the left half of the screen. The TS answered promptly and after a half hour on the phone we were advised to unplug the set for a short while. That fixed the problem. The second week the sound went out. TS promptly told us to push the audio button on the remote and manuely turn the sound back on each time you switch back to ant or satelite from DVD. Then the third week after returning from vacation(we unplug when we are away for more than a couple of days), no video except for system disignation in the upper left of the screen. After, a hour or so with TS, the video suddenly came on. This has happen every 3 weeks since we have had the set. TS has sent us a software update to correct some of these problems. Something in the set was preventing the signal from being processed. The off air HD channels will not come in w/o breaking up with my deep fringe antenna. TS could not help us at all with the off air reception problem. On the video problem, TS told us to call a local repair under warrenty. The repair shop said they would need to keep the set until the same problem occurred again and said it may be a long time. I believe we have a lemon and mitsubishi has refused to replace the set so far.
Now the set has some good features. The glare problem with the 2005 models has been corrected. The distortion problem, some have reported, is not a problem if you format the picture correctly. The set up was detailed but easy for us. The sound leveling is nice with those usually loud commercials.
Has anyone experienced any of these problems or any other on this model.
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I just purhcased the WD-62627 this week and find this TV to be absolutely the best on the market. My decision was easily made when I saw the Mitsubishi next to the Sony in the store, there was no comparison. The Sony was too bright and in my opinon did not truly project real life colors. Plus I purchased the Mitsubishi for about $1500 less than the Sony. I would agree with the other reviews that either Cnet had a bad TV or they may want to consider testing their own test equipment to make sure it is working.
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How do I phrase this? I've come to the conclusion that I should agree with my eyes and ignore what the critics say. That's much more rational then agreeing with the critics and trying to ignore what my eyes say. Another top magazine and website rate the Hewlett-Packard DLP as close to the worst in a contest to pick the best HD TV. Of course, after reading C/NET's reviews a few months ago, I thought I had made a huge mistake buying this Mitsubishi. Maybe the Sony LCOS 3-chip sets that I viewed at the Good Guys weren't adjusted properly. But when I viewed a HD reel of lush and green jungle, the set looked absolutely terrible. I've never seen so much distortion. I'm sure C/NET's testing equipment is accurate. I'm just not so sure that their staff take into account actual viewing experience. I had about 20 of my friends over for the Super Bowl, and several of them have HD sets. All of them gasped at the Mitsubuishi's picture...it was THAT good.
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I have had a big screen tv for several years and am in the market for a new one. I came close to buying the Mitsubishi 62" last year, but wife made me wait. As an engineer I "over analyse" specs, techs, and comparisons written. We are ready to buy and my opinion of the Mitsubishi has changed. It's even better. The Sony Grand Wega is an excellant TV, but side-by-side to the 62628 or 62627 the Mitsubishi has better depth. The picture seems to have depth to it rather than being flat. I just can't decide which stand to get. With Best Buy having it discounted 10% and with the extra 12% Reward Zone certificate, I can get this TV for %3,600 and pennies after taxes. It will make a great replacement for my 18 yo Pioneer and addition to my theater set up.
While CNET may have the technical tools to do a detailed examination of the 62628, what really counts and matters is what looks real and good to me. This set has it all. Can't wait for the delivery truck to get here. -
I too purchased this TV, after a side-by-side comparison with the Sony. And I too have also been fairly impressed with it's quality (although I don't yet have an HD feed). What I don't understand is how CNET doesn't agree with the "User Opinions"?? I base most of my research on CNET, but I have to say, I haven't even seen a hint of the "red push" they speak-of in the review. In fact, if anything, the Sony KDS-R60XBR1 had some serious bleeding, on the showroom-floor of 2 different high-end A/V stores. I don't get it?
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I'd love to put my TV in the corner too but isn't it difficult to then setup a surround sound system and get it to sound right? The "experts" always show the proper setup to be TV centered on one end of a rectangular room, seating directly in front and speakers left/right/center/back-left/back-right etc? Just curious.
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Your input as helped me to decide that this Mits is meant for me. I am on my way the tweeter to purchase my Mits. Thanks again. Jose
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