VIZIO VF551XVT HDTV

November 20th, 2009 |

Vizio makes the best HDTV for the dollar. This is their new LED version which is the new direction for HDTV’s. Most negative reviews mention the plain looks, but we say you get what you pay for. Still makes a great Christmas gift for the whole family.

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VIZIO VF551XVT 55-Inch XVT-Series TruLED 240 Hz SPS HDTV

Manufacturer: Vizio, Inc.
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List Price: $1,799.99
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Product Description

The VF551XVT 55-inch TruLED delivers the best picture quality available on an LCD HDTV. This direct type, backlit LED HDTV is comprised of 960 LEDs divided into 80 control blocks and utilities Smart Dimming to intelligently control these blocks turning them on and completely off based on the content you're watching. This cutting edge technology stops light leakage enabling you to achieve REAL 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio for rich, dark scenes delivering an experience that will blow you away. Rounding this out are features such as full 1080p high definition resolution for crystal clear images, 240Hz Smooth Motion for fluid transitions and SRS audio technologies for amazing sound. The Extreme VIZIO Technology series epitomizes what HDTV should be.

An LED HDTV with local backlighting you can actually afford. Click to enlarge.

Full 1080p resolution for the best picture.

240 Hz refresh rate for blur-free images.

Smart Dimming creates a 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for richer blacks and brighter, bolder colors.

ECO HD exceeds the current Energy Star Guidelines by 15% below Energy Star 3.0.

TruLED
LED backlighting provides black levels unmatched by traditional CCFL backlights, and now VIZIO is offering the technology at a price point once unheard of.

TruLED is comprised of 960 backlighting elements, controlled independently in 80 blocks or zones of 12 LED elements each. Local backlighting with VIZIO's Smark Dimming technology means you'll always get an incredible picture, no matter lighting in the room.

1080P Full HD
Full 1080P High Definition resolution gives you over 2 million pixels, making the clarity and detail of your picture razor sharp.

Smart Dimming
Smart Dimming creates 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio enabling us to achieve the richest black levels by intelligently controlling these 80 blocks of LEDs, turning them on and completely off--and richer blacks mean brighter, more bold colors.

240Hz Refresh Rate
Delivers 240 scenes per second producing enhanced frame rate and delivering sharper clarity of fast action scenes for blur free images.

SRS Audio Technologies
SRS TruVolume evens out dynamics to limit volume inconsistencies between programming. SRS TruSurround HD delivers immersive virtual high-definition surround sound out of the unit's two speakers.

178-Degree Horizontal and Vertical Viewing Angle
The VF550M features a viewing angle of up to 178-degrees, resulting in a crisp and clear picture that is easily visible from just about anywhere in the room.

Green Technologies
VIZIO's Eco HD models exceed the current Energy Star guidelines by 56% below Energy Star 3.0, which saves you money on your utility bills while limiting the impact on our planet.

In addition to the fact that LED HDTVs are more efficient than standard LCDs, the display's LED backlights do not utilize mercury, an environmentally harmful substance used in other backlights.

VF551XVT Inputs

HDMI with HDCP: 5 (1 side)
RF Connector for Internal Tuner: 1
Component YPbPr plus Stereo Audio: 2 (1 side)
S-Video: 1
Computer RGB: 1
Composite Video: 1
USB Port: 1

VF551XVT Outputs

SPDIF Digital Optical: 1
Stereo Audio: 1

One-Year Warranty
VIZIO provides a one-year warranty on its products for extra peace of mind in your purchase.

What's in the Box
VIZIO SV551XVT, VIZIO remote control VUR8M, AA batteries for the remote control (2), Power cord, Safety Strap, Cleaning Cloth, User manual, Quick Setup Guide, Registration Card

Product Details

TruLED Superior Led Performance
Smart Dimming
SPS is of 240 Hz
Dynamic Contrast Ratio is of 2,000,000:1
Full Hd 1080P

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Customer Reviews

Buy this VIZIO VF551XVT 55 Inch led back lit tv, you won't be sorry!

Review Date: December 22, 2009

Reviewer: Paul E. Seals, USA

About a month ago our old DLP HDTV started to go out and I decided that I was tired of throwing money at the TV (expensive bulb replacements) so I decided to go with a newer but STABLE technology.
After doing a lot of research and wanting the best picture I could get with out breaking the bank, I decided on the VIZIO VF551XVT.
There are some people who will tell you to go with a Plasma because you can get a lot more TV for less money than a LCD, especially a LED Back lit TV.
Their right, except, what no one mentions is that unless you can control the light in your room where the TV will be placed you will get horrible reflections because most Plasma TV's have very glossy reflective screens.
Most (not all) LCD TV's have a matte screen and usually do much better in a standard well lit living room like mine.
Also I should mention that Plasma TV's are generally much heaver to mount and consume a great deal more electricity than this TV does.
This is Plasma TV's dirty little secret.
The VIZIO VF551XVT is a bright LED back lit TV that will work well in a totally dark or well lit room.
As for the picture, I bought a VIZIO VBR100 Blu-ray Player to go with it and the picture is stunning!
I won't go into a lot of technical details but suffice to say this TV will have all the adjustments that you need even if you want to calibrate the picture as I did.
Another poster mentioned the sound as being terrible, I don't think it's that bad? it's not an audio system it's a high end TV, most people will use a surround sound system for great sound, but not to worry the Vizio's sound is just fine for casual TV watching.
For those of you who will use the included remote it's a nice back lit multifunction remote control.
There have been some people complaining about the fact that this model is 4.961" inches thick! I have never understood the obsession with supper thin?
Yes you can get a super thin Samsung at about $500 more! that's $100 a inch to look at the TV side ways and brag to your friends? weird but OK.
As for me I have never been happier with a TV than I am now.
Got mine for $1876 at Sams Club (sorry Amazon) and I highly recommend this TV, you will not be sorry.

VIZIO VF551XVT 55 Inch TruLED 240 Hz SPS HDTV

Review Date: November 29, 2009

Reviewer: Fitznuckle, Northern Virginia, USA

I researched many high end LCD blacklit TV's before I decided to purchase the VIZIO VF551XVT 55 Inch TruLED 240 Hz SPS HDTV. This particular model has the same quality and features found in current high-end Samsung and LG Models but at almost half the price.

The carrier service that delivered the TV was excellent. They brought the TV from the delivery truck into my home and unpacked it and placed it in my living room for me. They also took away the packing materials when they left.

I hooked my XBox, Blu-Ray DVD Player, Amplifier,and HD Cable Box to this TV quite easily. The instructions that came with the TV were very clear and easy to understand. I was able to program the remote control that came with this TV to operate my cable box, amplifier and DVD player in no time with minimal effort. I just followed the instructions in the manual.

I am very pleased with this TV. The picture is awesome, the features are great, the quality is excellent and it didn't cost a fortune. I give it five stars.

Unbelieveable

Review Date: November 30, 2009

Reviewer: L. Strasser, Greensboro, NC

I have been waiting for this TV to become available at my local COSTCO.

Picked it up on Saturday, November 28.

This replaces a high end SONY 46 inch unit.

The best video I have ever seen to date.

Only glitch so far is there's only 1 "COMPONENT input on the back", but this should not be an issue as most new gear is HDMI (4 inputs)!

Audio is fair to poor with the built in speakers, but, who uses the
built in speakers?

AMAZON, you need to check the competitions prices and warranty.( I'm a long time AMAZON customer).

COSTCO give you a 2YEAR warranty, and concierge service.

xBWOMPx

Review Date: February 21, 2010

Reviewer: Jason Halliburton, Everywhere

I bought this t.v from Sams Club about a month ago for 1,600.00, it is nice, I dont care too much for wifi thats why I have a home networking set up to stream to my PS3 or xbox. The 240HRTZ is nice but is artificial along with the 120 or just like the 600 from plasmas. I have nothing bad to say about this t.v. im a gamer and the picture is excellent. Dont waste your money on the super thin LED t.v.'s that samsung makes just the fact if the light goes out it is not replaceable. The LED tv's that are just as thick as standard tv's are better, they weigh the same and lighting is replaceable if it goes out after warranty. Keep in mind that the contrast ratio 2,000,000-1 is only digitally inhanced and is not native, no t.v. produces a true native 2,000,000-1 contrast ratio but it is nice, LED tv's are the only LCD tv's that can just about compare quality that a plasma can the 1 billion colors compared to standard LCD's that only have 16 million and plasma pushing the 1 billion colors also. I still prefer LCD's over plasmas and I do prefer this t.v. I dont think theres going to be that much of a noticable diff. between this t.v. and other LED's.
I hope this review Informs you about some things you may have not known about LED's and keep checking at Sams, they have had the best deals on tv's over anyone I have found on the net.

The most amazing TV I have seen after shopping for months!!!

Review Date: December 13, 2009

Reviewer: David E. Hess, Hershey, PA

I recently purchased the Vizio 55" TRU LED TV after about 2 months of intense research and shopping. I was originally going to get a 65" DLP because my friend had one and the picture on them are amazing, however they are quite large and space was a major issue in my smaller apartment.

The Smart Dimming LED's created the BLACKEST blacks possible, and this is amplified by the 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio. All colors are crystal clear and accurate, and everyone that has seen this TV has said that it looks like a 3D image, and that it really sucks you into the movies because it is so lifelike.

I have nothing bad to say about the TV, and continue to be amazed every time I use the TV (HD Cable, HD DVD, Blu Ray, Xbox). You WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED with this TV.

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