Toshiba Cinema Regza 40XF550U

The XF550U series of LCD televisions from Toshiba takes the top spot as the flagship line in their 2008 set of tvs. These sets offer a 1080p native resolution, and 120Hz mode that Toshiba names Clear Frame. For more information refer to the Cinema Regza XF550U series report.

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Toshiba Cinema Regza 40XF550U
MSRP$1,999.99
Release date February, 2008
BrandToshiba
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attractive thin bezel and smaller size looks stylish and does not distract
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price has dropped considerably
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full 1080p, 120Hz, 10-bit panel
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Specs

  • CCFL backlighting
  • Thin bezel
  • 3,000:1 native contrast ratio
  • 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
  • 14-bit PixelPure 4G tech
  • 10-bit panel
  • 5:5 pulldown mode for 24p content (Clear Frame)
  • Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component x 2, Composite x 1, S-Video x 1

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Toshiba Cinema Regza 40XF550U

• Toshiba REGZA Cinema Series 40XF550U 40-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

• 40XF550U 40" LCD TV

UPC: 022265001219

EAN: 022265001219

MPN: 40XF550U

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Pros

  • attractive thin bezel and smaller size looks stylish and does not distract
  • price has dropped considerably
  • full 1080p, 120Hz, 10-bit panel

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