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The RV530 Series is Toshiba's entry level 1080p line of LCD televisions for 2008. Above the RV530 is the XV540 and XF550U series which have 10-bit panels, and a 120Hz mode. Common to all 2008 Toshibas the RV530s use the PixelPure 4G processor for 14-bit image processing, with the panel supporting 8-bits of color. Below the RV530s is the RV510 line of TVs which have a 720p native resolution.

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Pros:
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Four HDMI inputs
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Great black levels
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Great price/performance value
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Component input can't handle 1080p
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VGA input max resolution is 1280x1024
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TV is really 1080i steped up to 1080P (was told by toshiba techsupport)
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Specs

  • 1080p native resolution
  • Dynamic backlight for improved dynamic contrast ratio
  • 14-bit PixelPure processor
  • 8-bit panel
  • 5 picture setting modes
  • 8ms response time
  • Inputs: HDMI x 4, Component x 2, Composite x 2, S-Video x 1, VGA x 1

14-bit processing/8-bit panel - Being a chip company Toshiba's television strength lies in the pixel processing technology with the RV530 featuring the latest 4G PixelPure chip. Processing of the image is done at 14-bit, while the panel displays 8-bit color information. These extra bits are used for more color reproduction and Toshiba claims they should result in a clearer and more vibrant picture. However these extra colors are usually not displayed since the source content itself is the limiting factor.

DynaLight dynamic backlight - the television's processor analyzes the overall lighting level of the frame and adjusts the backlight accordingly to best accommodate the overall picture.46+ have deep color support

Limits on inputs - The VGA input can handle a maximum resolution of 1280x1024, while the Component inputs max out at 1080i and cannot handle 1080p.

Models

The naming convention of the RV530 series takes the form of: Toshiba Regza --RV530

  • 32RV530 - 32" screen | March 2008
  • 37RV530 - 37" screen | March 2008
  • 42RV530 - 42" screen | March 2008
  • 46RV530 - 46" screen | March 2008 - supports deep color
  • 52RV530 - 52" screen | March 2008 - supports deep color

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1 comment about Toshiba Regza RV 530 U Series

1.  avatar cmejia  May 17, 2008 10:02pm

Great looking LCD Panel. Very light after unpacking it and assemblying it I took to my downstairs room without help. I don't get the 33ms shortcut for gaming if the panel is 8ms response time, whatever. Good price to performace ration. Not too fond of the control's esthetics.
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Key Features:

Display Technology LCD
Manufacturer Toshiba
Native Resolution 1080p
Product Line RV530 Series
Release Date Mar. 1, 2008

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Created: 04/01/2008 - 12:04
Modified: 09/04/2008 - 18:17
Model # variations:

RV, 530, U, RV530, 530U, RV530U