Toshiba's Regza line of TVs marry state-of-the-art technology to hip design. One feature that sets them apart is PixelPure 14-bit digital video processing, which creates more than 4,000 levels of color gradations for a smooth, natural-looking picture without posterization or image banding. Another benefit is a fast response time. Response time is the interval an LCD screen takes to from its darkest color to its lightest color and back again, measured in milliseconds (ms). This screen's response time is 8 ms, which is at the faster and better end of the spectrum. This screen is likely to display cleaner, sharper images during high-action scenes and with fewer image artifacts than other screens in its class. This technology is housed in a black gloss cabinetry that is sure to fit well with most any decor.

The 42HL67 has a panel resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. This qualifies it as 720 progressive-line HDTV, which is a noticeably better picture than standard definition sets, but not as detailed as the 1080 HD sets available. Its 16:9 wide screen aspect ratio delivers most movies the way they were meant to be seen in the theater, without back bars wasting the top and bottom of the screen.

The Value of LCD TVs
Aside from their obvious aesthetic value, LCD TVs are much more practical in the home than CRT (tube-style) televisions. They take up a smaller footprint, and thus use up less floor space in the room. Also, LCD TVs are lighter and easier to move around when cleaning or redecorating. The 42HL67 is only 4.89 inches deep and weighs 54 pounds. Best of all, LCD screens use less power than CRTs and plasma screens.

Connections
The set has a built-in digital television tuner, so out of the box it can receive digital broadcast ATSC signals and QAM signals used by most digital cable providers. It also has a built-in 181-channel NTSC tuner, so it can also accept traditional analog signals. It can also make these connections to your audio and video components:

• HDMI inputs: 3
• ColorStream HD component video inputs: 2
• PC monitor input: 1 VGA 15 Pin D-sub
• S-video input: 1
• A/V inputs: 2

Audio
The unit's SoundStrip speaker system hides the unit's speakers in a thin strip bordering the screen. They're powerful enough to deliver big stereo sound, but they don't add significantly to the size of the set. Toshiba's StableSound feature maintains television volume within a preset range regardless of the source signal. This is an extremely useful feature when transitioning between a quiet television program and a very loud commercial advertisement or when changing channels. SRS WOW, a combination of SRS 3D, TruBass, and Focus sound-expanding systems, create a 3-D sound field with improved bass response over standard TV audio and create directed, three-dimensional audio sweet spot for maximum enjoyment. The TV also has optical digital output for connecting to your audio system.

42-inch wide screen
A general rule of thumb for selecting the right size television screen is that the screen width--not its 42-inch diagonal measurement--should be between three and five times the optimum viewing distance, such as the distance from the TV screen to where your eyes are while sitting on the couch. Less than that and you may be distracted by the scan lines of the picture. More than that, and you may lose the detail of your TV. Based on this guide, the 42HL67 is ideal for viewing distances of 9.5 to 16 feet.

What's in the Box
42HL67, stand, 4-item universal remote, stand, warranty and product manuals.

Product Description
Toshiba 42HL67 42" Regza LCD HDTV

Product Description
The Toshiba 42HL67 REGZA Premium LCD CineSpeed Panel offers 8 ms response time, giving you plenty of power for even the most demanding home theater enthusiast. Incorporating PixelPure 3G Digital Video Processing, the 42HL67 uses 14-bit picture processing and create 4096 steps of gradation between white and black for a smooth, natural-looking picture. High definition 720p (1366 x 768 pixel) native resolution assures finely detailed images. The 6 TheaterWide screen modes are ideal for HDTV signals and enhanced DVDs, allowing you to crop the screen image. 3 HDMI (1080p), 2 ColorStream HD Component Video, PC Monitor Inputs Side AV/Rear S+AV/RF Inputs, Fixed Audio/Optical Digital Audio Outputs, SD Card Slot SRS WOW Audio Technology, Dolby Digital Sound (AC-3), Dolby Digital Dynamic Range Control, StableSound, MTS Stereo/SAP With dbx Built-In SoundStrip Speaker System, 20-Watt Audio Output Four-Item Universal Remote Control NTSC/ATSC/QAM Digital Tuner CineSpeed LCD Panel, Response Time 8 ms Or Less PixelPure 3G 14-BitDigital Video Processing DynaLight Dynamic Back Light Control TheaterWide Modes (Native, Standard, Full, TW1, TW2, TW3) Color Temperature Control (Cool, Medium, Warm) 4-Mode Dynamic Contrast Blue And Green Drive Adjustment Digital Noise Reduction For All Inputs Except PC Auto Aspect Detection 4 - 3 HD Mode Static Gamma Channel Browser Favorite Browser Channel Labeling Input Labeling Auto No Signal Off Feature Game Mode V-Chip Parental Control System Sleep Timer Dimensions - Width 40.46 x Height 26.52 x Depth 4.89 inch without stand / Width 40.46 x Height 28.53 x Depth 13.20 inches with stand Weight - 54.02 pounds without stand / 59.54 with stand