Toshiba TheaterWide 56HM195 56" Projection TV56" - DLP - ATSC - 16:9 - Dolby, Surround - HDTV - 1080p - MPN: 56HM195 See Product Details
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Items In Projection TVs You Might Be Interested InProduct Details of Toshiba TheaterWide 56HM195 56" Projection TVDescription The 56" 56HM195 is part of Toshiba's exciting big-screen HDTVs with 1080p resolution. 1080p is the biggest TV technology story for 2005, and TV makers are including it in their best-performing models. Compared to more typical 720p sets, 1080p puts twice as many pixels on the screen for pinpoint clarity. A 1080p display is a pixel-perfect match for 1080i high-definition programs, so you'll see every detail.The 56HM195 uses a Toshiba-designed "light engine" based on DLP (Digital Light Processing). All non-HD signals are upconverted and enhanced by Toshiba's multi-step digital video processing system, which improves resolution, contrast, and color.Once you have the highest resolution available, the following step is optimizing picture brightness and contrast, and Toshiba uses two innovative approaches. First, a circuit samples the brightness level of the video signal, and controls a "dynamic iris," opening and closing it instantaneously to achieve deeper blacks and higher contrast. It can reduce light output up to 75% when necessary. Also, Toshiba's lamp design is 25% brighter than than on previous models, creating brilliant images that will draw you in. The picture is plenty bright for daytime viewing, too.The 56HM195 is a "Digital Cable Ready" TV, with built-in HD tuners for both over-the-air and cable TV signals (to take full advantage of the built-in cable tuner, ask your service provider about a CableCARD). You have access to lots of channels, and you'll always know what's on thanks to the subscription-free TV Guide On Screen program guide. It simplifies sorting through and selecting programs to watch, as well as scheduling recordings to a separate VCR, DVR, or DVD recorder Quick Glance Display Type: DLP Display Format: 1080p (HDTV), 480i (SDTV), 480p (EDTV) Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (Widescreen) Digital Tuner: Yes Ports: HDMI Yes, Component Video Yes, S-Video Yes, Digital Audio Yes Diagonal Screen Size: 56 Summary Product Title: Toshiba TheaterWide 56HM195 56" Projection TV Manufacturer: Toshiba Power Score: 4.0 | 21 Reviews Display Panel Product Type: DLP Diagonal Screen Size: 56 in Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (Widescreen) Max Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Contrast Ratio: 5000:1 Broadcast Standards Broadcast Format Displayed: 1080p (HDTV), 480i (SDTV), 480p (EDTV) Broadcast Format Supported: 1080i (HDTV), 480i (SDTV), 480p (EDTV), 720p (HDTV) Digital Tuner: Yes Interface Interface Connection: Firewire Yes Audio Video Connectors: HDMI Yes, Component Video Yes, S-Video Yes, Digital Audio Yes Other Features General Features: Picture on Picture, Closed Caption, Flashback, Split Screen, Channel Labeling Dimensions Height: 36.19" Width: 51.69" Depth: 17" Weight: 87 lbs Warranty Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited Warranty More Info URL: Manufacturer Link General Crutchfield: Yes Additional Specifications Comb Filter: 3D Y/C Analog Tuner: ATSC RMS Output Power: 40 W Number of HDMI: 2 Reviews on Toshiba TheaterWide 56HM195 56" Projection TV
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softools
- Jan 2, 2006
Impressed and happy with Toshiba 56HM195 HDTVStrengths: 1080p display, AV inputs and outputs (esp optical and HDMI), configurable input list, several on-screen menus and many configurable items. TV Guide and TheaterNet. Weakness: Cable needs to be split and used on Ant 1 and Ant 2 to use PIP, remote isn't a learning type and doesn't work with Moto 5100 STB or my Onkyo Receiver. I am much happier with this purchase that I expected I would be. The PQ is superb - much better than 720p. It improved when I switched from component to HDMI from my STB. With the STB set to 480p for 4:3 SD channels, the display is nearly as good as HD. I had a projection 720p HDTV for 5 years and it seems like I went from SD to HD - 1080p is breathtaking - especially INHD, ESPNHD, and HD good...
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PADAVE
- Nov 25, 2005
Cool TV !Strengths: Amazingly Ulta Sharp HD and progressive DVD Output! Weakness: Average SD Output, Semi-Annoying blue on "light", typical DLP picture quality fade from side viewing. After much HDTV research I finally bit the bullet and ordered the 56HM195. I narrowed down my search to between this model, a like Samsung 1080p or the new SONY SXR. I decided on the Toshiba because - at the end of the day - it was the size I wanted / had 1080p / and by far had the best price. Although I saw it in person at Sears I ordered it online through Onecall.com which offered a great...
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anrooh
- Oct 20, 2005
56HM195 - Awesome!Strengths: Resolution, # of inputs, picture clarity and color. Weakness: A few minor details. This DLP TV is my first personal experience with HDTV. A friend has an HDTV and after seeing his TV I knew I had to get one. Did a lot of reading and this one was all but perfect for me. The 1080P was the biggest seller for me. I wanted something that will last me into the future so that I don't feel short-changed (by watching a video format that has been scaled down to be displayed on a 720P...
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leon12355
- Nov 15, 2005
56HM195 has excellennt PQStrengths: HD and DVD picture quality Weakness: Slight video noise on some sources (probably no the TV's fault) I traded in my 52HM85 which I was very happy with for the 56HM195. The extra 4 inches really makes a difference. I have to say that the picture quality is only slightly better than the 52HM85. Then again the 52HM85 had a fantastic picture to start with. I upgraded because I wanted 1080P and the 2 HDMI inputs. I am very happy with the DVD picture quality. I have a Toshiba upcoverting DVD player...
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Deepak Shah
- Sep 26, 2005
56HM195 - A great TelevisionStrengths: Resolution (1080p), Color Display, Inputs (incl 2 HDMIs), Appearance. Weakness: None With the 56HM195, Toshiba has atlast made an entry into the 1080p technology of big screen televisions. And this entry is certainly grand and loud, for the 56HM195 pulls your breadth away. The colors, brightness and sharpness are all great. Toshiba ensured that it none of it's traditional strengths in these areas are compromised as it moves to a higher resolution TV in 1080p. The Black is...
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bstaudt
- Dec 13, 2005
THUMBS UPStrengths: Great Picture / Lighted remote/ 1080P Weakness: The onboard sound was a waste of my money. Why can't these sets be offered in a MONITOR ONLY version , as many of us have home theater systems, and will never use the onboard sound. I'm not an electronics fanatic who appreciates or even understands half of the bells and whistles on this set and will most likely never utilize the majority of them will. However as a 59 year old male who likes to watch sports as well as The Discovery Channel, and TLC this TV is the greatest thing to come along since sliced bread. If your looking for an excellent TV at an affordable price don't...
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dvallred
- Apr 13, 2006
I spent a month researching the 56HM195Strengths: HD is spectacular. Colors are clear and vivid. SD on Dish Network is better than I expected it to be. Weakness: Onboard sound does not do the picture justice I bought this set after spending countless hours online researching and an equal amount of time spent in front of all types of large screens at local stores. To be honest I preferred the Sony 60" 1080P SXRD LCoS picture a little better (if the Sony picture quality was a 10 I'd give the Toshiba a 9.7) but at over a thousand more for the set and the stand I opted for the Toshiba. I completed my...
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momotopsy
- Jun 14, 2006
Toshiba 56HM195 ReviewStrengths: Picture, picture, picture! Isn't that what we buy a TV for? Weakness: Sound, I guess, but we use our Yamaha surround sound home theater system so it really is not a problem for us. The picture on this set is just amazing. HD programs just blow you away. We find ourselves watching many nature & travel programs just because they are so unbelievably beautiful. Caution: some people should really not be viewed in HD! Even non-HD programs look great. DVD's look great, too. (We have a Samsung "upconverting" DVD player). Set up was a snap. We are more than happy with this set. We...
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baozebub
- Apr 11, 2006
Great TVStrengths: picture quality, price Weakness: Because the HD channels are so beautiful, I'm watching them 90% of the time, and not the other channels tham I'm also paying for. This TV is terrific. The low price for all the features made me wonder if there was some sort of catch. But after a month, I've had no problems. Well, only 1. The TV Guide tool is supposed to give me programming info, but I couldn't get it to work. Maybe it's my cable company or the digital cable box or something. I still have the programming info from the cable company, but I wonder if the TV...
TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008
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Toshiba 56hm195 56 In. Hdtv Television receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 2.73 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #39 DLP projection TV of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market... TopAdvertisement  
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Absolute delight, beautiful picture, substandard...
Strengths: Small learning curve, beautiful picture, upconverts 1080i to 1080p.
Weakness: Downconverts 1080p to 1080i, then upconverts 1080i signal; when using PIP/POP,you don't have full access of the imputs; bulb died in only 2 months;can't use a computer with the tv;poor sound.
I love this TV. My address of its weaknesses are more to be thorough than a rebuke of its quality. First, it does do well translating an over the air pictures, and it is relatively easy to gage the strength of the signal. 2nd, it does a wonderful job of displying the picture from an upconverting dvd play. Mine is an LG DVD/VCR attached through an HDMI port. It's not breathtaking, but there is an...
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