Topic: Toshiba 37" C3500 anyone who owns this? care to share your experience..

[otepsy]

Hi! anyone who owns this model.. please share your experience with this model coz im planning to buy na next week.. thanks...

which is better Panasonic 37" LX77 or Toshiba 37" C3500?

[CeeV]

 :)UP ko lang po to....any owners first hand review on this 37incher?...

[tambutsoo]

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[pekspert]

just got this model last week, so far so good. crisp pciture and good color rendition..it should be 1080p capable but i had problems showing a 1080p display from my dvd player, so far it only accepts 1080i.

[@nk71]

just got this model last week, so far so good. crisp pciture and good color rendition..it should be 1080p capable but i had problems showing a 1080p display from my dvd player, so far it only accepts 1080i.

so d pa rin pala full HD itong model na toh....sabi ko na nga ba eh...yan ang hinala ko so model na toh tsk tsk im considering to get this model pa naman...aside from Pana 37LX75 which made the right claim 720p, 1080i capable lang

Sir E-reply and Nemesis pls clarify thanks

@pekspert by d way are u using HDMI cable sa DVD player mo ?

[tambutsoo]

so d pa rin pala full HD itong model na toh....sabi ko na nga ba eh...yan ang hinala ko so model na toh tsk tsk im considering to get this model pa naman...aside from Pana 37LX75 which made the right claim 720p, 1080i capable lang

Sir E-reply and Nemesis pls clarify thanks

@pekpert by d way are u using HDMI cable sa DVD player mo ?

Toshiba 37 Z3500 po ang 1920 X  1080 native resolution

[@nk71]

Toshiba 37 Z3500 po ang 1920 X  1080 native resolution

so ung C series d pa 1920 x 1080 native resolution...
strange while I was browsing this C model which is 37C3500, it claims 1920 x 1080 reso

[pekspert]

so d pa rin pala full HD itong model na toh....sabi ko na nga ba eh...yan ang hinala ko so model na toh tsk tsk im considering to get this model pa naman...aside from Pana 37LX75 which made the right claim 720p, 1080i capable lang

Sir E-reply and Nemesis pls clarify thanks

@pekspert by d way are u using HDMI cable sa DVD player mo ?

its listed as 1080p capable not full hd, there is a difference. If its listed as 1080p capable then it should be able to also display a 1080p signal but would be downscaled and converted. Yes i was using an hdmi cable from my upscaling player.

[pekspert]

so ung C series d pa 1920 x 1080 native resolution...
strange while I was browsing this C model which is 37C3500, it claims 1920 x 1080 reso

baka you mean toshiba37c3000, from what i know thats the model thats full hd but costs P30th more

[Funky_Monkey]

the one here thats not full HD is C3500E

[E-reply]

so d pa rin pala full HD itong model na toh....sabi ko na nga ba eh...yan ang hinala ko so model na toh tsk tsk im considering to get this model pa naman...aside from Pana 37LX75 which made the right claim 720p, 1080i capable lang

Sir E-reply and Nemesis pls clarify thanks

@pekspert by d way are u using HDMI cable sa DVD player mo ?

Both Toshiba 37C3500 and Panasonic 37LX75 are not full HD but HD ready TVs.  Nevertheless, Toshiba C3500 supports 1080p while Panasonic LX75 supports 1080i.

[iiinas]

so ung C series d pa 1920 x 1080 native resolution...
strange while I was browsing this C model which is 37C3500, it claims 1920 x 1080 reso

i think in japan, this model is 1080 native (full hd), but for the asian models it is only 768 but 1080p/24 capable. bought this set, kaso naka kahon pa, still have not set this up. will let you know how the picture quality is. but during testing (upon delivery) what i notice is, maganda naman ang picture from an ordinary dvd (progressive scan) source. for cable viewing, oks narin.

type regza asia in google it should take you the regza asia site. because if you go to toshiba japan site the set is listed 1080 native resolution (full hd)

[Destroben]

Got this set from sir vic at S&S shangri-la Cant wait for them to deliver it tom.! Thanks sir vic/e-reply 

[E-reply]

Got this set from sir vic at S&S shangri-la Cant wait for them to deliver it tom.! Thanks sir vic/e-reply 

Thanks for buying TV from us.  Congrats, and enjoy your new toy.

[dak_beirut]

seriously considering on buying this model too...69K at ansons less 5,000 for cash or 12 months...would like to know how much it is with others...tia

[E-reply]

seriously considering on buying this model too...69K at ansons less 5,000 for cash or 12 months...would like to know how much it is with others...tia

Sights and Sounds is a Goldway-Toshiba dealer. We sell Toshiba TV with certificate of registration (blue card registration).  The registration will provide a year guaranty for Toshiba TV.

We sent you personal message (e-mail) our price proposal of Toshiba 37C3500.

[Destroben]

Ok na ok diyan sa S&S satisfied talaga ako sa service nila same day lang nung tumawag ako pumunta sila agad sa house para i replace yung tv ko dahil sa factory defect (1 dead pixel) Cant wait for the video calibration. BTW sir vic YGPM

[E-reply]

Ok na ok diyan sa S&S satisfied talaga ako sa service nila same day lang nung tumawag ako pumunta sila agad sa house para i replace yung tv ko dahil sa factory defect (1 dead pixel) Cant wait for the video calibration. BTW sir vic YGPM

Sights and Sounds believes that customers attitudes towards spending are not only influenced by the price, but also by the level of service they receive. Price is not the only factor taken into account when making purchasing decisions.

Thanks for acknowledging our service.

[Destroben]

Guys question lang, sino gumagawa ng panel ng toshiba? Sila ba mismo or ibang company?  Kasi ngayong 2008 sharp na ata gagawa ng tosh hdtv panels

[tambutsoo]

Guys question lang, sino gumagawa ng panel ng toshiba? Sila ba mismo or ibang company?  Kasi ngayong 2008 sharp na ata gagawa ng tosh hdtv panels

kung sharp much better pa

[raptor]

sirs,

i'm considering to buy this model ... any comments (positive or negative) on features, picture quality on dvd's and tv viewing, etc.

is the screen display a hard glass/crystal panel or the soft screen similar to laptop displays?

[otepsy]

sirs,

i'm considering to buy this model ... any comments (positive or negative) on features, picture quality on dvd's and tv viewing, etc.

is the screen display a hard glass/crystal panel or the soft screen similar to laptop displays?

if you really want lcd then go for this ako kasi last january na mind set ko na ito bibilin ko then nung pabili na ko bigla nag price drop yung plasma 42pv70 eh san ka pa? at hindi lang yun mas mababa pa ng 1k yung price ng plasma compared sa c3500 last january ha hindi ko na lang alam ngayon... well very satisfied naman ako sa pv70 no regret...
but gaya ng sinabi ko if youre reallly into lcd ok ito c3500.

[ABCmotorparts]

sirs,

i'm considering to buy this model ... any comments (positive or negative) on features, picture quality on dvd's and tv viewing, etc.

is the screen display a hard glass/crystal panel or the soft screen similar to laptop displays?

saw that unit when I was scouting for a flatscreen TV, but the price of the panasonic was truly irresistible, like Otepsy said, which would you choose if the price of a 42in screen is much lower than a 37in one, if your space is not a problem, try looking at the panasonic, very satisfied user as well here...!

Good luck

[GioSpike]

I went to Sights and Sounds today to purchase a 32"/37" LCD with a native resolution of 1366x768. My budget was budget 32K for a 32" and 40K for a 37" LCD. I'll be connecting the LCD to my desktop computer for the following purposes: 50% movies, 20% gaming, 30% browsing.  I brought my PC loaded with ripped BluRay and HD-DVD titles (720p/1080p).

I was planning on getting the Panasonic TX32LX77 since its the cheapest 32" LCD and with lots of good feedback and reviews from PinoyDVD members.

Here are the units that I auditioned (All in default settings):
1. Panasonic 32LX77 - 32"  - I was very disappointed with this unit because the texts were blurred, almost unreadable.  It looks to me that its native resolution is lower than 1366x768.  I also don't like the picture quality because its too dark.  I think this is not recommended for HTPC use. Tweaking the LCD settings did not help.
2. Panasonic 37LX75 - 37"  - I was very disappointed with this unit because the texts were blurred, almost unreadable.  It looks to me that its native resolution is lower than 1366x768.  I also don't like the picture quality because its too dark. I think this is not recommended for HTPC use.  Tweaking the LCD settings did not help.
3. Sharp 37AX5M - 37"  -  Text was fine. Dull colors.  Poor contrast. Pixels looks obvious. Black text doesn't appear as black as it should be. A straight line would appear dotted line.
4. Samsung LA32R81B - 32" - My computer detected this LCD but was not able to display anything on the LCD.   
5. Hitachi LA37S01 - S-IPS Panel which made it 10-12K more expensive than the other 37" LCDs.  Accurate/vivid colors. Texts were excellent. 
6. Toshiba 37C3500 - Accurate/vivid colors. Excellent brightness/contrast. Texts were excellent.

So my choices were narrowed down to:
1. Hitachi LA37S01 - 37"  and its 32" version
2. Toshiba 37C3500 - 37"

Both displayed excellent picture quality, however, it looks like Hitachi uses a hard display panel, somehow glossy, which makes the pictures appear vivid.  I think the Toshiba 37C3500 can achieve this effect by adding a custom Acrylic Screen Protector courtesy of Cham_E_Lyon and Tantric of TipidPC.

I was about to purchase the 32" Hitachi but then I noticed that its picture quality changes when viewed from a different angle, 30-deg or more (vertical/horizontal) from the center of the screen. Same with the Hitachi LA37S01, the picture looked different, it appeared washed out.  The Toshiba, Panasonic and Sharp do not have this problem.

So, after 3 hours of auditioning the LCDs, I ended up buying the Toshiba 37C3500 which will be delivered on Monday. Oh! Another PinoyDVD member was there, I forgot his ID, also auditioned these LCDs which were connected to a BluRay player. He bought also the Toshiba 37C3500.

Thanks to Sights and Sounds, the very accommodating staff, and to Mr.Vic who never get tired of responding to my never ending SMS inquiries.  Glad to meet you personally at your shop today sir. I won't hesitate to recommend your shop to my friends and do business with you again. More power!



___________________________
PC Specs:
Mobo: ASROCK Conroe1333-D667 R2.0
Processor: Intel® Core2Duo E6750
Memory: Team Elite PC6400 DDR2 800MHz 1GB*2 (Dual)7
Graphics Card: Powercolor ATI HD 3850
Soundcard: Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS
HDD: 160gb Seagate SATA HDD (Primary), 320gb Seagate SATA HDD, 250gb Seagate SATA HDD
PSU: HEC Winpower 550 Watts


HD Titles tested:
1. The.Chronicles.Of.Riddick.2004.HDDVDRiP.DVD9.1080p.AC3.5.1.x264
2. The.Golden.Compass.720p.Bluray.x264
4. Celine Dion - A New Day Live in Las Vegas 2007 Blu-ray 720p X264 DD51
5. hoodwinked.2005.720p.hddvd.x264
6. Click.2006.DVD5.720p.BluRay.x264

[momay]

I went to Sights and Sounds today to purchase a 32"/37" LCD with a native resolution of 1366x768. My budget was budget 32K for a 32" and 40K for a 37" LCD. I'll be connecting the LCD to my desktop computer for the following purposes: 50% movies, 20% gaming, 30% browsing.  I brought my PC loaded with ripped BluRay and HD-DVD titles (720p/1080p).

I was planning on getting the Panasonic TX32LX77 since its the cheapest 32" LCD and with lots of good feedback and reviews from PinoyDVD members.

Here are the units that I auditioned (All in default settings):
1. Panasonic 32LX77 - 32"  - I was very disappointed with this unit because the texts were blurred, almost unreadable.  It looks to me that its native resolution is lower than 1366x768.  I also don't like the picture quality because its too dark.  I think this is not recommended for HTPC use. Tweaking the LCD settings did not help.
2. Panasonic 37LX75 - 37"  - I was very disappointed with this unit because the texts were blurred, almost unreadable.  It looks to me that its native resolution is lower than 1366x768.  I also don't like the picture quality because its too dark. I think this is not recommended for HTPC use.  Tweaking the LCD settings did not help.
3. Sharp 37AX5M - 37"  -  Text was fine. Dull colors.  Poor contrast. Pixels looks obvious. Black text doesn't appear as black as it should be. A straight line would appear dotted line.
4. Samsung LA32R81B - 32" - My computer detected this LCD but was not able to display anything on the LCD.   
5. Hitachi LA37S01 - S-IPS Panel which made it 10-12K more expensive than the other 37" LCDs.  Accurate/vivid colors. Texts were excellent. 
6. Toshiba 37C3500 - Accurate/vivid colors. Excellent brightness/contrast. Texts were excellent.

So my choices were narrowed down to:
1. Hitachi LA37S01 - 37"  and its 32" version
2. Toshiba 37C3500 - 37"

Both displayed excellent picture quality, however, it looks like Hitachi uses a hard display panel, somehow glossy, which makes the pictures appear vivid.  I think the Toshiba 37C3500 can achieve this effect by adding a custom Acrylic Screen Protector courtesy of Cham_E_Lyon and Tantric of TipidPC.

I was about to purchase the 32" Hitachi but then I noticed that its picture quality changes when viewed from a different angle, 30-deg or more (vertical/horizontal) from the center of the screen. Same with the Hitachi LA37S01, the picture looked different, it appeared washed out.  The Toshiba, Panasonic and Sharp do not have this problem.

So, after 3 hours of auditioning the LCDs, I ended up buying the Toshiba 37C3500 which will be delivered on Monday. Oh! Another PinoyDVD member was there, I forgot his ID, also auditioned these LCDs which were connected to a BluRay player. He bought also the Toshiba 37C3500.

Thanks to Sights and Sounds, the very accommodating staff, and to Mr.Vic who never get tired of responding to my never ending SMS inquiries.  Glad to meet you personally at your shop today sir. I won't hesitate to recommend your shop to my friends and do business with you again. More power!



___________________________
PC Specs:
Mobo: ASROCK Conroe1333-D667 R2.0
Processor: Intel® Core2Duo E6750
Memory: Team Elite PC6400 DDR2 800MHz 1GB*2 (Dual)7
Graphics Card: Powercolor ATI HD 3850
Soundcard: Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS
HDD: 160gb Seagate SATA HDD (Primary), 320gb Seagate SATA HDD, 250gb Seagate SATA HDD
PSU: HEC Winpower 550 Watts


HD Titles tested:
1. The.Chronicles.Of.Riddick.2004.HDDVDRiP.DVD9.1080p.AC3.5.1.x264
2. The.Golden.Compass.720p.Bluray.x264-Chakra
3. The.Lord.Of.The.Rings.Return.Of.The.King.2003.720p.HDTV.x264-THOR
4. Celine Dion - A New Day Live in Las Vegas 2007 Blu-ray 720p X264 DD51-silu
5. hoodwinked.2005.720p.hddvd.x264.repack-hv
6. Click.2006.DVD5.720p.BluRay.x264-REVEiLLE

modified as per request.

[bill]

Sir Vic,

Please PM best cash offer for Tosh 37 and 42 C3000, c3500 and Pana 50PV70 also.

Thanks!

[E-reply]

I went to Sights and Sounds today to purchase a 32"/37" LCD with a native resolution of 1366x768. My budget was budget 32K for a 32" and 40K for a 37" LCD. I'll be connecting the LCD to my desktop computer for the following purposes: 50% movies, 20% gaming, 30% browsing.  I brought my PC loaded with ripped BluRay and HD-DVD titles (720p/1080p).

I was planning on getting the Panasonic TX32LX77 since its the cheapest 32" LCD and with lots of good feedback and reviews from PinoyDVD members.

Here are the units that I auditioned (All in default settings):
1. Panasonic 32LX77 - 32"  - I was very disappointed with this unit because the texts were blurred, almost unreadable.  It looks to me that its native resolution is lower than 1366x768.  I also don't like the picture quality because its too dark.  I think this is not recommended for HTPC use. Tweaking the LCD settings did not help.
2. Panasonic 37LX75 - 37"  - I was very disappointed with this unit because the texts were blurred, almost unreadable.  It looks to me that its native resolution is lower than 1366x768.  I also don't like the picture quality because its too dark. I think this is not recommended for HTPC use.  Tweaking the LCD settings did not help.
3. Sharp 37AX5M - 37"  -  Text was fine. Dull colors.  Poor contrast. Pixels looks obvious. Black text doesn't appear as black as it should be. A straight line would appear dotted line.
4. Samsung LA32R81B - 32" - My computer detected this LCD but was not able to display anything on the LCD.   
5. Hitachi LA37S01 - S-IPS Panel which made it 10-12K more expensive than the other 37" LCDs.  Accurate/vivid colors. Texts were excellent. 
6. Toshiba 37C3500 - Accurate/vivid colors. Excellent brightness/contrast. Texts were excellent.

So my choices were narrowed down to:
1. Hitachi LA37S01 - 37"  and its 32" version
2. Toshiba 37C3500 - 37"

Both displayed excellent picture quality, however, it looks like Hitachi uses a hard display panel, somehow glossy, which makes the pictures appear vivid.  I think the Toshiba 37C3500 can achieve this effect by adding a custom Acrylic Screen Protector courtesy of Cham_E_Lyon and Tantric of TipidPC.

I was about to purchase the 32" Hitachi but then I noticed that its picture quality changes when viewed from a different angle, 30-deg or more (vertical/horizontal) from the center of the screen. Same with the Hitachi LA37S01, the picture looked different, it appeared washed out.  The Toshiba, Panasonic and Sharp do not have this problem.

So, after 3 hours of auditioning the LCDs, I ended up buying the Toshiba 37C3500 which will be delivered on Monday. Oh! Another PinoyDVD member was there, I forgot his ID, also auditioned these LCDs which were connected to a BluRay player. He bought also the Toshiba 37C3500.

Thanks to Sights and Sounds, the very accommodating staff, and to Mr.Vic who never get tired of responding to my never ending SMS inquiries.  Glad to meet you personally at your shop today sir. I won't hesitate to recommend your shop to my friends and do business with you again. More power!



___________________________
PC Specs:
Mobo: ASROCK Conroe1333-D667 R2.0
Processor: Intel® Core2Duo E6750
Memory: Team Elite PC6400 DDR2 800MHz 1GB*2 (Dual)7
Graphics Card: Powercolor ATI HD 3850
Soundcard: Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS
HDD: 160gb Seagate SATA HDD (Primary), 320gb Seagate SATA HDD, 250gb Seagate SATA HDD
PSU: HEC Winpower 550 Watts


HD Titles tested:
1. The.Chronicles.Of.Riddick.2004.HDDVDRiP.DVD9.1080p.AC3.5.1.x264
2. The.Golden.Compass.720p.Bluray.x264
4. Celine Dion - A New Day Live in Las Vegas 2007 Blu-ray 720p X264 DD51
5. hoodwinked.2005.720p.hddvd.x264
6. Click.2006.DVD5.720p.BluRay.x264

This is really a very comprehensive review. A comparative, honest to goodness, critical observation of which TVs really shine both for movie and PC. Of course, there are plenty of good 32 to 37" TVs out there in the market, but there is one thing everyone is aiming: how little money should he pay for a quality set.

Good work for a nice review. And by the way, thank you for buying TV from us.

[E-reply]

Sir Vic,

Please PM best cash offer for Tosh 37 and 42 C3000, c3500 and Pana 50PV70 also.

Thanks!

Sent you pm.

[thefeeder]

Sent you pm.

pa pm din po ng competitive prices for both 37" and 42" C3500. And yung 42" c3000 and x3500 na din. thanks!

[ninjababez®]

@GioSpike
akala ko ba default setting yung review mo bro .. bakit "tweaking did not help?"
so 3 hours (of auditioning and tweaking) was long enough to see their optimal settings for an htpc?