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Like that broomstick in a game of limbo, prices on LCD HDTVs just seem to get lower and lower and lower. The Soyo DYLT032D is one of the least-expensive 32-inch flat-panel LCD sets out there right now, costing less than $800 at the time of this writing. The big question is whether it can squeeze under that low price bar without falling flat on its back.

The Soyo DYLT032D"s look is pretty bland: all black with a few chrome-colored accents. Soyo elected to go with speakers on the sides, a bad move in a world where most new HDTVs have speakers below the screen to save as much width as possible. This is especially important for midsize wide-screen HDTVs such as the Soyo, which are often asked to squeeze into entertainment centers designed for older, non-wide-screen televisions. Set atop the included stand, the DYLT032D measures 38.6 by 22.4 by 11.8 inches (WHD) and weighs 33.1 pounds.

Side-mounted speakers make for extra width; sparse input selection; no ATSC tuner for off-air HDTV reception; reproduces a light color of black; subpar picture with standard-def sources.

As is often the case with budget LCDs, the included remote won"t win any medals for ergonomics, cannot control other devices, and incorporates some unusual keys. A huge button labeled Bright is indeed the brightness control; why the designer chose to single it out among the other picture controls, such as contrast and color, is a mystery. The same wacky forces were apparently at work when YPrPb (that"s component video to the rest of us), alone among the input types, scored its own direct-access button.

We"ve also never seen an HDTV with the Soyo DYLT032D"s zoom. A rocker switch on the remote allows you to zoom 80 steps into the image, which is plenty of magnification, for example, to fill the screen with one of the small network logo watermarks in the lower right of many TV shows. You can also zero in on any portion of the screen. In addition to the zoom mode, there are two other aspect-ratio control settings, and all are available across every source and input.

The strangeness continues with the Soyo"s input bay. Its single HDCP-enabled DVI port is the lone digital input, and while it works fine with HDMI sources as long as you have an adapter, most new LCDs have actual HDMI ports instead. There are two component-video inputs, but only one can accept progressive-scan and/or high-def sources; the second can handle only regular 480i sources. You"ll find one of each composite-video and S-Video inputs, but they share a single set of audio jacks. We liked the presence of a VGA-style PC input (1,280x768 is the recommended resolution), but overall, the jack pack is subpar.

While most HDTVs available now, such as the similarly priced Westinghouse LTV-32W3, comply with the FCC tuner mandate and include an ATSC tuner for off-air HDTV reception, the Soyo does not. If you hook up this TV to an antenna, you"ll get only standard-def TV, which naturally won"t be a big deal if you depend on cable anyway. There is a versatile picture-in-picture setting, however, that allows many combinations of sources between the main and inset windows.

The Soyo offers a decent level of control over the picture. While there are no picture presets, independent input memories allow you to save your settings for different sources. There are also three color-temperature presets, as well as the ability to adjust color temperature manually in the user menu. The five-position slider labeled Backlight, unfortunately, had no appreciable effect on either absolute light output or black levels; going from 0 to 5 increased light output by a mere 6 footlamberts, from 79 to 85. Finally, the Fleshtone setting made the image too red to our eyes, so we left it turned off.

When setting up the Soyo for critical viewing, we noticed that its initial color temperature in the Warm preset came relatively close to the standard, and even after adjusting the manual controls, we didn"t get it much closer. The consistency of the grayscale did vary with light output; the image became bluer as it got brighter, although in its favor, the Soyo didn"t become nearly as blue as some LCDs we"ve tested. Unfortunately, the darkest areas became severely discolored, again toward blue, if we decreased contrast below 40 percent or so. We left it turned up, which made the image too bright for comfortable viewing in a dark room.

As expected, the Soyo was severely challenged by a lot of the darker scenes we chose. During the beginning of The Fifth Element, when the ship fires upon the planet-size malevolence, the dark areas of the picture, such as the letterbox bars and the depth of space, appeared noticeably lighter than they did on the ViewSonic N3260W, for example. In its favor, the Soyo delivered better-looking skin tones than the ViewSonic, thanks to its more accurate color temperature. In the classic Leeloo reconstruction sequence, her fair skin appeared significantly more natural and warmer.

Next, we checked out some standard-def video, and the results were less impressive. The Soyo DYLT032D has two component-video inputs, and while the 480i-only jack evinced proper 2:3 pull-down detection, the other did not, resulting in moving, jagged lines and other artifacts in film-based sources. Other sources, such as the waving American flag from the HQV test disc, produced more jagged edges, which the Soyo was incapable of smoothing out. We also found the need to increase the brightness control into the 70 percent range to avoid turning skin tones and other sensitive areas too red. Doing so washed out all of the colors, making them seem less vivid, and black areas appeared even lighter.

The Soyo DYLT032D also did something we"d never seen before. Seemingly at random, it would clip detail in bright areas, which resulted in lots of flat white fields where there should"ve been some darker zones and details. Oddly, the set didn"t always do this, and we saw it on only the HD-capable component-video input with standard-def 480i material. When we switched our DVD player from 480p and back to 480i, the clipping went away for some reason, and the TV"s menu settings didn"t change.

When we tested the Soyo with high-def resolutions, we noticed that both 1080i and 720p, via component video and DVI, measured an impressive 0 percent overscan. In other words, the picture was reproduced all the way out to its edge. In contrast, most TVs crop the outer edges a percentage point or three so that you don"t see any of the interference that"s often visible at the extremes of the picture. Thanks to the Soyo"s zoom, we were able to crop out as much of the picture as we wanted to remove any such interference.

Via HDMI, the Soyo exaggerated the edges of objects, so the jackets of the hosts on SportsCenter, for example, were surrounded by fine white borders against the black background. Normally, such edge enhancement can be reduced using the sharpness control, but for whatever reason, the DVI input doesn"t allow control over sharpness. Overall, details with high-def sources appeared solid with 720p sources, although 1080i sources looked softer than on the ViewSonic via DVI. Since the Soyo didn"t lose much--if any--detail when fed 720p HD sources via component video, we recommend you connect your HD source to this set via component video, which has a sharpness control that can be turned all the way down to reduce (but not eliminate) edge enhancement.

In sum, the Soyo DYLT032D won"t blow anybody away with its image quality, even when compared to other inexpensive LCDs, such as the aforementioned ViewSonic and Westinghouse. It also offers fewer features than either one, and its wide cabinet will be a turnoff for a lot of people. On the other hand, if you want to zoom in on the smallest parts of the picture, the Soyo DYLT032D is the best game in town. If not, go for another budget set.

ONTARIO, Calif., Jan. 3, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- SOYO Inc. (OTCBB:SOYO), an innovative provider of computer and consumer electronics products, announced today that they will display a 32 inch Plasma TV and 24 Inch LCD 1080p HDTV in their booth, #7922 in the Central Hall, at CES.

The 32 inch Plasma TV features two HDMI inputs, one component input and two composite inputs, as well as one SPDIF Audio Out and a contrast ratio of 1,500:1 for a brighter and more vibrant picture. The 32 inch Plasma TV also features 500cd/m2 brightness and a color display of 10.7 billion. The MSRP on this product is US$499.00.

The 24 inch LCD HDTV features full 1080p resolution as well as two HDMI inputs and two component inputs. It also features "Picture in Picture" and "Picture on Picture," which allows the consumer to watch more than one program at a time. With a 3ms response time and 500 cd/m2 brightness and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio the 24 inch LCD HDTV delivers a crisp, clear picture in a small footprint. The MSRP on this product is US$699.00.

Edward Chien, Director of Product Management for SOYO, said, "With the 24 inch LCD HDTV and 32 inch Plasma TV we are expanding our flat panel line of TVs. We feel these products give the consumer high resolution in a small size, which is not very common in the market right now. We are also very excited to debut product utilizing Plasma Technology at CES and are looking forward to using this technology in future products."

SOYO Inc. is an innovative provider of consumer electronics such as, LCD Monitors, LCD Televisions, Bluetooth, Portable Storage, LCD Furniture and broadband telecommunications products and services. Headquartered in Ontario, California, with additional sales offices in South America, SOYO sells its products through an extensive network of authorized distributors, resellers, system integrators, VARs, retailers, mail-order catalogs and e-tailers. Products are sold under the SOYO, Dragon, Onyx, Dymond, Honeywell, Le Vello, and Prive brand names. For more information, please visit http://www.soyo.com.

** 32-Inch Dymond Soyo Widescreen LCD HDTV Ready TV w/Speakers **The Soyo Dymond DYLT032A flat-panel, HD-Ready 32-inch LCD TV delivers stunning picture quality to home entertainment. The entire family can enjoy a wide range of multimedia entertainment options, including broadcast, cable and satellite television programming, as well as DVD and VHS movies, video, online gaming, and surfing the Internet (with the VGA /DVI PC inputs). Buy one and see for yourself why LCD is so much better then plasma - get the Soyo Dymond DYLT032A 32-inch HDTV ready widescreen flat panel TV today!General Features:- Silver- Built in speakers- 32-inch widescreen - Active display Area: 15.4�� (vertical) x 27.5�� (horizontal), 32�� (diagonal) - Resolution: 1366 x 768 - Aspect ratio: 16:9 - Dynamic contrast ratio: 1200:1 - Viewing angle: 176� horizontal, 176� vertical - Light source: 50,000 hours (typical) - Response time: 8ms - Brightness: 600 nits (typical) - Display color: 16.7 million - Surface treatment: Anti-glare Video Features- PAP (Picture-And-Picture)- POP (Pictures-On-Pictures)- PIP (Pictures-In-Pictures), - Compatible modes: NTSC (480I), HDTV (480p, 720p, 1080I)Screen size adjustment: - Normal- Wide- Fill-All- Zoom - AnamorphicAdvanced features: - Automatic black/ white stretch- Outline enhancement- Backlight adjustment- Digital video Focus - 3:2 Pull-Down- Progressive scan- Closed-caption decoder- V-Chip- Digital 3D-Comb filter- 3D color management- Sleep function.Audio Features- Watt: 20W- Surround Sound, MTSVideo Inputs:- Tuner: NTSC - One (1) DVI input- One (1) D-Sub input - Two (2) Component A/V input- Two (2) S-Video input- Two (2) Composite A/V input Video Output:s - One (1) S-Video output- One (1) Composite A/V outputAudio Output- Two (2) 10-watt speakersPower Specifications: - 120 V 60 Hz - Power consumption: 200wDimensions:- Physical: 37.8x 23.7 x 4.7-inches (W x H x D approximate)- Net: 48.48 lbs- Gross: 57.31 lbsRegulatory Approvals:- FCC- CE- ULPackage Includes:- Soyo DYLT032A Dymond 32�� Widescreen LCD HDTV Ready TV- Remote control- Two (2) AAA batteries- Owners manualNotes: - This item will drop ship directly from manufacturer (no will calls) Compatibility/Requirements/Disclosures:** Requirements *** Available power outlet

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of 37-Inch Soyo SYTPT3727AB 1080i Widescreen HDTV LCD TV (Black) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

The flat-panel, HD-Ready 32-inch Soyo DYLT032B LCD TV delivers stunning picture quality to home entertainment and adds an elegant touch to any d�cor. Incorporating advanced imaging technology features such as 3:2 pull down, progressive scan and digital 3D comb filter thats bring you larger, clearer pictures, the Crystal LCD TV features a digital HDMI interface and two powerful, built-in 10-watt speakers that deliver stereo surround sound to complete your home entertainment experience. This multifunction television can also be used as a large-screen computer display for surfing the Internet, working on office or school projects, and playing online or video games. Featuring a stylish, lightweight slim design, Soyo�s Crystal 32-inch LCD TV can be wall-mounted to add floor space and update any room in the house, and the wide-screen viewing angles let you enjoy the picture from almost anywhere in the room.

Multimedia 19" LCD monitor provides SXGA resolution.The Dymond monitor offers 19"-diagonal viewable image size with SXGA (1280 x 1024) native resolution and TFT LCD technology, providing beautiful high-resolution images on a distortion-free flat panel.

Bright, high-contrast images.Monitor brightness of 300 cd/m2 and sharp contrast ratio of 600:1 produce rich, detailed images with realistic color. Pixel pitch is 0.294mm.

Dual DVI-D (digital) and standard VGA connections.Digital connection offers the highest-quality signal, with no conversions necessary. Analog VGA (15-pin D-sub) connection is broadly compatible with PC video cards.

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PREPARATION (Continued) Antenna Connection (Continued) CABLE TV (CATV) CONNECTION A 75-ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the back of the PDP TV for easy hookup. When connecting the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the set, screw the 75-ohm cable to the ANT. Terminal. Some cable TV companies offer "premium pay channels"...

LCD TV CONTROLS OVERVIEW SOURCE MENU VOL+ VOL- REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER POWER ON/OFF NOTE SOURCE, CH , VOL +/-, and MENU button on the main unit have the same functions as the same buttons on the remote control. Basically , this operation manual provides a description based on operation with the remote control.

ADJUSTMENTS(Continued) ADJUSTING PC PARAMETER SETTINGS PC adjustments have different selection items depending on VGA/DVI mode (signal from PC). This setting is only available when a PC is connected via a VGA/DVI cable to the TV. 1. Press MENU to display the MENU screen.

ADJUSTMENTS (Continued) Adjusting CHANNEL Settings CHANNEL SETTINGS let you memorize TV stations provided by VHF/UHF or CABLE signal. 1. Press MENU to display the MENU screen. 2. Press to move the cursor to CHANNEL SETTINGS menu. 3. Press to move the cursor to SYSTEM CHANNEL or CHANNEL EDIT...

ADJUSTMENTS (Continued) Adjusting the PARENTAL CONTROLS The PARENTAL CONTROLS allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. This function prevents children from watching violent or sexual scenes that may be harmful. 1.

ADJUSTMENTS (Continued) Adjusting the GENERAL SETTINGS This menu provides you with options that make operating this TV more convenient. OSD TIMEOUT: To adjust OSD (menu) display time. OSD LANGUAGE: To choose OSD display language. I/P INFO: To show you information on current input source. FACTORY RESET: To let you set TV system back to the factory default settings.

ADJUSTMENTS (Continued) Adjusting CLOSED CAPTIONING SETTINGS SETTING CLOSED CAPTIONING "Closed Caption"is a system which allows conversations, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home videos to be viewed as captions on the TV screen. Not al l programs and videos will offer closed captioning. Please look for the "CC"symbol to ensure that captions are available.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES(Continued) For improve sound quality , you may want to play the TV"s audio through your stereo system. To connect an audio system 1. Use an audio cable to connect the TV"s audio output jacks to the audio amplifier"s line i put jacks. 2.

TROUBLESHOOTING(Continued) VIDEO Problem Possible Remedies No picture(screen not lit),No sound Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Press POWER " " on the top of the TV unit. Press " SOURCE to check the correct video source has " been selected.