Official Vizio GV52L FHDTV 52" 1080P LCD Thread

gcvt · 03-10-07, 03:36 PM

Slated for a June/July '07 launch. See attached PDF file.

U2Cowboy · 03-10-07, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gcvt

Slated for a June/July '07 launch. See attached PDF file.

For some reason I can't open this file...says file not found. I had this problem on the other thread too. Anyone else having this problem?

gcvt · 03-10-07, 04:45 PM

That's strange. I just double checked and it still works on my end both for viewing in my browser and downloading to my desktop.

boxtv · 03-10-07, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by gcvt

That's strange. I just double checked and it still works on my end both for viewing in my browser and downloading to my desktop.

Opened just fine on my PowerBook.

Do we think they just used a picture of the 47 or 42? Or is that a real 52" Looks the same, which is good news. Doesn't mention removable speakers, but I'm hoping. Seems like a better choice than the VM60 which isn't 1080P.

gcvt · 03-10-07, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by boxtv

Opened just fine on my PowerBook.

Do we think they just used a picture of the 47 or 42? Or is that a real 52" Looks the same, which is good news. Doesn't mention removable speakers, but I'm hoping. Seems like a better choice than the VM60 which isn't 1080P.

I was also wondering about removeable speakers - it's one of my favorite things about my 47...just looks so clean hanging on the wall with just the black frame.

I also really like the look of the redesigned remote control!

sti jaguar · 03-10-07, 08:09 PM

link works for me. 800:1 contrast isn't too good?

Will it have the same cropping issue as the Vizio 47". If so, no thanks.

Is this also the TV that will sell for less than $2K?

Wyatt Dog · 03-11-07, 01:52 AM

I'm guessing the pic is of the new 52 since, as someone pointed out on the official 47 thread, they had the TV on display at the Vegas show.

It was also mentioned over there that it might be smart to wait a couple of months for them to work out the bugs, but it appears to me the specs are the same as for the 47 so I would speculate most or all the internals would be the same. It's more or less just the big brother in the line up.

The relatively low contrast thing had been bugging me too. I was in Costco today and they had the 47 right next to the Sharp. The blacks were definitely deeper on the Sharp but I didn't find the contrast of the Vizio deal breaking. Though the blacks weren't as deep I didn't find the Viz to be washed out and I could see just as much if not more detail in the dark areas as on the Sharpie. And some other elements of the Vizio's PQ I liked better than the Sharp as well.

The way I tend to look at it is when I get the Vizio home I won't have ANY other TV (superior or otherwise) running right next to it for comparison. So it only boils down to do I find the PQ of the Vizio acceptable? I find it more than acceptable, I think it's a very good picture and one I would be happy with. As a bonus I get PIP/POP, 2 additional HDMI inputs, and save a grand over the current price of the sharp 52 ($2,999 vs $1,999 expected for the "Big Viz").

Regarding the cropping issue, could one of you guys explain that more fully, what causes it etc. When I looked at the two 47's today I didn't notice a difference in the amount of picture displayed between the two, but I wasn't really looking for it either. Do all makes do this to some extent, just some more than others? If anyone could explain this, or post a link to another thread on this topic, I'd appreciate it.

olternaut · 03-14-07, 04:03 PM

Can someone tell me how one would be able to hook this baby up to a pc? It says it has a 1xRGB pc connection but does that mean VGA??

Wyatt Dog · 03-15-07, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by olternaut

Can someone tell me how one would be able to hook this baby up to a pc? It says it has a 1xRGB pc connection but does that mean VGA??

Since it's not out yet I doubt anyone has actual experience, but it appears from the spec sheet it is essentially the big bro of the 47 so you may look at the threads for that machine. The first official v47 thread was so huge they started a new one. Practically every connectivity question has been discussed. Check it out.

LCDSareKING · 03-15-07, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by olternaut

Can someone tell me how one would be able to hook this baby up to a pc? It says it has a 1xRGB pc connection but does that mean VGA??

Yes RGB 15-pin, D-sub are terms for VGA, also you could use DVI---> HDMI

olternaut · 03-19-07, 06:21 PM

As long as I can hook it up that is all I need to know.

I don't suppose anybody can hazard a guess at what this thing will retail for based on the other prices for the vizio lcds?? Please, I hope it will be inexpensive just like their other products.

LCDSareKING · 03-20-07, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by olternaut

As long as I can hook it up that is all I need to know.

I don't suppose anybody can hazard a guess at what this thing will retail for based on the other prices for the vizio lcds?? Please, I hope it will be inexpensive just like their other products.

It was released that it will be sub 2 grand. So good ole' 1999.99.

McPhreak · 03-20-07, 04:56 PM

I wonder if they'll have a passport promotion for this thing? Seems like it's release should perfectly coincide with Costco's summer passport to savings...

frank_f · 03-20-07, 05:09 PM

I wish Vizio would up the ante by doing better than 800:1 contrast ratio and 8ms response time. Seems like Vizio's "future" model has "yesterday's" specs.

HUMM3 · 03-28-07, 01:16 PM

it'll be inexpensive and probably with the same poor quality control that has made the 47" a bummer. i had one and returned it. many many have had it and dealt with numerous returns and fixes. 52" is nice, but you get what you pay for. it's a good looking set. but the company has grown very quickly and CS and QC suck, at least for the time being. i'm not a vizio basher and not a troll. this site is for all sorts of commentary. just take this as a wraning if your eyes are popping for a 52" 1080p at under 2k. the frustration might not be worth the effort. buyer beware.

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Originally Posted by olternaut

As long as I can hook it up that is all I need to know.

I don't suppose anybody can hazard a guess at what this thing will retail for based on the other prices for the vizio lcds?? Please, I hope it will be inexpensive just like their other products.

pixelation · 03-28-07, 01:36 PM

Spec does look disappointing. Since when did 800:1 Contrast Ratio considered Superb? Hope the price on the 47" drop because of this model though.

k-y · 03-31-07, 02:50 AM

Any updates on projected release date?

LCDSareKING · 04-04-07, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by k-y

Any updates on projected release date?

Was told by V that the release was pushed back until mid to late summer.

captpjd · 04-08-07, 08:08 PM

Thanks for all the info on the 52, guess I gotta wait now to check it out, I'm in no rush, just gotta get a HDTV by years end----

Once again, great info

frank_f · 04-09-07, 09:29 AM

I wonder if Costco is going to be selling the 52". If so, I bet they get a lot of 47" Vizio returns that were purchased under the old return policy.

tvhunt · 04-09-07, 07:48 PM

since the 52 looks like an enlarged 47, any guesses as to why the contrast is 800:1 compared to 47 at 1600:1?

chadstew · 04-13-07, 11:49 PM

the 47 also has a native 800:1 ratio but when dynamic contrast is turned on it is 1600:1. The 50 im sure will be the same.

cedbled · 04-20-07, 04:40 PM

any news on this?

Type-E · 04-21-07, 05:05 PM

You mean 1799 for the 52"?

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Originally Posted by lcd-bob

News on GV52L:
I just emailed Ken, my new contact at Vizio tech support about what technological advances this unit has over their present LCDs. Zero overscan option like Sharps?

Also asked for date of introduction.

You know it won't be long after, that COSTCO offers a $200 coupon placing GV52L just $100 above the GV47L. [lcd-bob]

cedbled · 04-21-07, 05:06 PM

I live in Okc, and we don't have Costco...
Do you think the $200 off would be offered at Sam's?

GGG · 04-22-07, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by lcd-bob

[]I live in Okc, and we don't have Costco...
Do you think the $200 off would be offered at Sam's?

Talked to manager of TVs at Sams,
He said if the MSRP is $1999 on Vizio Inc, we will be pricing it $100 less. That's why you pay for a club membership.
lcd-bob[/quote]

Here in the Northwest at Sam's, all of the Vizio LCD's are $15-$50 more than at Costco. I think it has to do with the pricing levels for their optional 'Plus' extended warranty.

clash1 · 04-23-07, 05:09 PM

Spec sheet doesn't specify, but does anyone know the refresh rate? I'm guessing it's not 120 Hz or they would probably be using that as a selling point. I'm pretty sure the 47 doesn't have it.

Also, no mention of hdmi 1.3 on the spec sheet. I also don't think the 47 has 1.3 but I could be wrong.

lipcrkr · 04-25-07, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by clash1

Spec sheet doesn't specify, but does anyone know the refresh rate? I'm guessing it's not 120 Hz or they would probably be using that as a selling point. I'm pretty sure the 47 doesn't have it.

Also, no mention of hdmi 1.3 on the spec sheet. I also don't think the 47 has 1.3 but I could be wrong.

At this price point you will get 60hz and HDMI 1.1/1.2.

junglejim121 · 04-26-07, 10:51 AM

This new 52" looks like it'll be just about a larger screen--nothing else. I was perfectly happy with the specs on the 47" (not too picky about contrast) but all the problems that plagued the 47 (even the new H11 builds have problems) worry me about this 52.

I have a feeling Vizio is releasing this to take away customers and media attention from the new Westy TX tvs that are coming out in September. Its easy for them to create this model since its virtually the same tv as the 47". They'll probably come out with the "enhanced" 52" LCD version in Jan '08 and follow a similar marketing strategy that they used with the 47". For everyone who wants this 52 with 120Hz and better contrast, you'll have to be patient but its definately coming.

Type-E · 04-26-07, 02:03 PM

What's bad about the 47"?

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Originally Posted by junglejim121

This new 52" looks like it'll be just about a larger screen--nothing else. I was perfectly happy with the specs on the 47" (not too picky about contrast) but all the problems that plagued the 47 (even the new H11 builds have problems) worry me about this 52.

I have a feeling Vizio is releasing this to take away customers and media attention from the new Westy TX tvs that are coming out in September. Its easy for them to create this model since its virtually the same tv as the 47". They'll probably come out with the "enhanced" 52" LCD version in Jan '08 and follow a similar marketing strategy that they used with the 47". For everyone who wants this 52 with 120Hz and better contrast, you'll have to be patient but its definately coming.

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Wyatt Dog Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 129	I'm guessing the pic is of the new 52 since, as someone pointed out on the official 47 thread, they had the TV on display at the Vegas show. It was also mentioned over there that it might be smart to wait a couple of months for them to work out the bugs, but it appears to me the specs are the same as for the 47 so I would speculate most or all the internals would be the same. It's more or less just the big brother in the line up. The relatively low contrast thing had been bugging me too. I was in Costco today and they had the 47 right next to the Sharp. The blacks were definitely deeper on the Sharp but I didn't find the contrast of the Vizio deal breaking. Though the blacks weren't as deep I didn't find the Viz to be washed out and I could see just as much if not more detail in the dark areas as on the Sharpie. And some other elements of the Vizio's PQ I liked better than the Sharp as well. The way I tend to look at it is when I get the Vizio home I won't have ANY other TV (superior or otherwise) running right next to it for comparison. So it only boils down to do I find the PQ of the Vizio acceptable? I find it more than acceptable, I think it's a very good picture and one I would be happy with. As a bonus I get PIP/POP, 2 additional HDMI inputs, and save a grand over the current price of the sharp 52 ($2,999 vs $1,999 expected for the "Big Viz"). Regarding the cropping issue, could one of you guys explain that more fully, what causes it etc. When I looked at the two 47's today I didn't notice a difference in the amount of picture displayed between the two, but I wasn't really looking for it either. Do all makes do this to some extent, just some more than others? If anyone could explain this, or post a link to another thread on this topic, I'd appreciate it. Last edited by Wyatt Dog; 03-11-07 at 04:00 AM..

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clash1 Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: OBX, NC Posts: 69	Spec sheet doesn't specify, but does anyone know the refresh rate? I'm guessing it's not 120 Hz or they would probably be using that as a selling point. I'm pretty sure the 47 doesn't have it. Also, no mention of hdmi 1.3 on the spec sheet. I also don't think the 47 has 1.3 but I could be wrong. Last edited by clash1; 04-23-07 at 05:10 PM.. Reason: spelling

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gcvt Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: SF, CA Posts: 49	That's strange. I just double checked and it still works on my end both for viewing in my browser and downloading to my desktop.

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sti jaguar Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 54	link works for me. 800:1 contrast isn't too good? Will it have the same cropping issue as the Vizio 47". If so, no thanks. Is this also the TV that will sell for less than $2K?

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olternaut Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 181	Can someone tell me how one would be able to hook this baby up to a pc? It says it has a 1xRGB pc connection but does that mean VGA??

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olternaut Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 181	As long as I can hook it up that is all I need to know. I don't suppose anybody can hazard a guess at what this thing will retail for based on the other prices for the vizio lcds?? Please, I hope it will be inexpensive just like their other products.

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McPhreak Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 76	I wonder if they'll have a passport promotion for this thing? Seems like it's release should perfectly coincide with Costco's summer passport to savings...

03-20-07, 05:09 PM	#14 \| Link
frank_f Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 743	I wish Vizio would up the ante by doing better than 800:1 contrast ratio and 8ms response time. Seems like Vizio's "future" model has "yesterday's" specs.

03-28-07, 01:36 PM	#16 \| Link
pixelation Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 533	Spec does look disappointing. Since when did 800:1 Contrast Ratio considered Superb? Hope the price on the 47" drop because of this model though.

03-31-07, 02:50 AM	#17 \| Link
k-y Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 58	Any updates on projected release date?

04-08-07, 08:08 PM	#19 \| Link
captpjd Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sulphur, La. Posts: 58	Thanks for all the info on the 52, guess I gotta wait now to check it out, I'm in no rush, just gotta get a HDTV by years end---- Once again, great info

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frank_f Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 743	I wonder if Costco is going to be selling the 52". If so, I bet they get a lot of 47" Vizio returns that were purchased under the old return policy.

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tvhunt Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 34	since the 52 looks like an enlarged 47, any guesses as to why the contrast is 800:1 compared to 47 at 1600:1?

04-13-07, 11:49 PM	#22 \| Link
chadstew Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 17	the 47 also has a native 800:1 ratio but when dynamic contrast is turned on it is 1600:1. The 50 im sure will be the same.

04-20-07, 04:40 PM	#23 \| Link
cedbled New Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 2	any news on this?

04-21-07, 05:06 PM	#25 \| Link
cedbled New Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 2	I live in Okc, and we don't have Costco... Do you think the $200 off would be offered at Sam's?

04-26-07, 10:51 AM	#29 \| Link
junglejim121 Techie Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 29	This new 52" looks like it'll be just about a larger screen--nothing else. I was perfectly happy with the specs on the 47" (not too picky about contrast) but all the problems that plagued the 47 (even the new H11 builds have problems) worry me about this 52. I have a feeling Vizio is releasing this to take away customers and media attention from the new Westy TX tvs that are coming out in September. Its easy for them to create this model since its virtually the same tv as the 47". They'll probably come out with the "enhanced" 52" LCD version in Jan '08 and follow a similar marketing strategy that they used with the 47". For everyone who wants this 52 with 120Hz and better contrast, you'll have to be patient but its definately coming.