Sony KV-32FV300 32" Flat-Screen TV
Definitely Satisfied
I did a LOT of online research prior to purchasing this TV, although it was the Sony KV-32FS200 which I was originally set to buy (see below for more on that model and why I did not purchase it). <BR>I ultimately went with this unit (even though it was more expensive) because it had all of the features that I was looking for, and the picture looked great at the local electronics store.<br />I don't have any real complaints about this TV, and I'd definitely recommend it. <BR>Some observations:<br />You should be aware that this is a really heavy set (175 lbs), so you'll need a sturdy stand and a helper to lift it.<br />The volume settings seem to increase significantly at each notch, which means that I must choose between a little too low, or a little too high (I need a Goldilocks setting which would be \\"just right\\"). The incremental settings could be much less pronounced, but it is not a big issue in the least, as the sound quality is good overall.<br />I did notice that the bottom-left portion of the screen has a semi-distorted effect when text is rolling along the bottom of the screen (news updates, stock data, etc). However, while it's noticeable, it's not particularly distracting (and all text is fully legible). Odd though.<br />There is nothing else that I consider to be \\"a negative\\" at this point. I've had the unit for about a week, and I like it.<br />* Special note about the Sony KV-32FS200 (not currently sold at Amazon):<br />This unit is HORRIBLE at displaying text. Large text, small text, top of the screen, middle of the screen, bottom of the screen. Small text is sometimes unreadable! How can that be!? Well, however it can be, it IS. <br />I double-checked this issue on 2 different sets in 2 different stores just to be sure (I originally wanted to buy this model). Text was HORRIBLE on both sets, so it's a problem which is inherent to the model. <br />If you watch football (or any sport that displays game stats and game situations) - forget it.<BR>If youwatch movies with subtitles - forget it. <BR>If you care about reading anything that appears on the screen - forget it.<br />I honestly cannot believe that they have not pulled this model from the shelves.<BR>If you consider buying the Sony KV-32FS200, re-think it. You're better off spending the extra money and purchasing the KV-32FV300 instead. I'm glad that I did.