The 27-inch AV-27FA44 stereo TV–part of JVC’s fashion-conscious I’Art Drape Series–is as rich in features as it is in style. From its “visible sound design” cabinet to its 16:9 raster compression mode and HyperScan channel surfing, the AV-27FA44 is a home theater treat. Black-level expansion and a Real Flat CRT with an Invar shadow mask render detailed, high-contrast images free from geometric distortion, and the set’s stereo speakers are powered by a generous 7.5 watts each.
With 16:9 raster compression mode, you can watch anamorphic DVDs in their true 16:9 format–the TV uses all scan lines for the picture within the letter box area so that anamorphic widescreen DVDs display in their proper resolution. TheaterPro 6500K Color Temperature adjusts the set’s temperature to the ideal color-temperature for viewing movies in a dark room. Selectable (on/off) velocity-scan modulation improves definition at picture edges, sharpening images by slowing the CRT (cathode-ray tube) beam’s horizontal scanning during demanding work and speeding it up when scanning easily rendered sections.
The AV-27F704’s three-line digital comb filter 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). A shadow mask is a thin sheet of perforated metal behind the screen that restricts electron flow, each hole in the sheet corresponding to a single pixel. An Invar mask uses an alloy that’s especially resistant to the high temperatures generated by the electron beam, allowing in a brighter, clearer picture. An apacon circuit further enhances low-level details for greater picture sharpness.
The AV-27F704 receives not only stereo broadcasts, but Second Audio Programming (or SAP), too, and you always have Hyper Surround to simulate surround sound from any two speakers. BBE High-Definition Sound improves speech intelligibility and restores the dynamic range of compressed musical passages.
High-end component-video inputs accept video from compatible DVD players and satellite systems, while S-video and standard RCA composite-video inputs accommodate most other video sources. The set offers a total of three audio/video inputs, one of which is built into the front panel so you can hook up a VCR, camcorder, or gaming console. A rear-panel RF input accommodates older VCRs, cable boxes, and antennas.
A multifunction timer turns the TV on and off when you’re not home or works as an alarm clock or program reminder; a sleep timer saves energy by turning off the set after you’ve nodded off. Other features include an interactive plug-in menu, half-tone onscreen display, front-panel lock and V-Chip parental controls, closed captioning with text display, XDS (Extended Data Service) auto clock set with ID display, and an illuminated Super Command universal remote with DVD, TV, and VCR control ability.
What’s in the Box
TV, remote control, remote batteries, user’s manual, and warranty information.
Customer Review: LUCKILY FOR TV SHOPPERS THIS SET IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE
THIS IS WITHOUT A DOUBT THE WORST TV I HAVE EVER OWNED!!! I am about to bring it in to the repair shop for the second time in two months, at least it is still under warranty. The picture tube is GARBAGE, plain and simple.It works fine for about two or three weeks and then begins to develop various problems from faint blacks with squiggly lines to the most recent: blurry image. I must admit that the set I have does not exactly match the model number listed, but it looks exactly the same and is a 27″ flat screen with both analogue and digital capabilities. It is part of the L’Art series model AV-27S776.
Customer Review: Excellent JVC television
Having already owned a great performing JVC 20 inch flat screen set, JVC was at the top of my list when researching 27 inch flats to replace the aging round tube sony in the basement. Although I had had a wonderful experience with the first JVC I owned, I also wanted to look at other brands such as sony and panasonic. When I paid a visit to the local hhgregg I found that again the JVC was the best performer. The similarly priced sony model lacked the sound options, mainly hyper surround sound and BBE audio, that were present on the JVC set. A sony flat screen with these sound features would cost $100-200 dollars more, which was money I was not willing to spend, especially when the JVC’s picture quality would be very comparable to that of the sony models. The picture on both televisions was very good, but I had read more negative reviews of the sony, and the JVC had the sound advantage, a big deal to me because I do not have a sound system in the basement. With the sony out of way I went to look at the panasonic. I discovered that while the panasonic matched and maybe even bested the JVC in sound, it could not compare in picture. The JVC set had a much brighter, higher contrast picture than the panasonic, whose picture was too dark for viewing movies and television programs with a lot of black. Some of the details visible on the JVC and sony would be lost if viewed on the panasonic. Needless to say, the JVC presented the best overall package and value. After owning the T.V for nearly a week I am happy to say I have not encountered any problems and the T.V is performing up to the high expectations that I have for it. A word of warning though, this T.V is very heavy. My dad and I had a pretty tough time carrying the huge and heavy box around the back of the house, so just make sure you have someone capable enough helping you to carry the T.V. Buy Now