1080p . . . just the beginning
With Toshiba's 40RV525R LCD HDTV, a full HD 1920 x 1080p resolution really is just the beginning — a variety of high-performance design innovations deliver an impacting HD home video experience. First, DynaLight™ backlight control takes advantage of advanced image processing to monitor the brightness of each video frame, then adjusting backlight intensity accordingly in order to create seamless transitions and deep blacks for increased detail and depth analysis. Second, a CineSpeed™ LCD panel delivers an 8ms-or-faster pixel-response time, necessary for clean reproduction of high-action sequences. Finally, a wide viewing angle makes sure that everyone has a great view of the main attraction, no matter where they're sitting.
Rediscover widescreen DVD video
The Toshiba 40RV525R's 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio and HD 1080p resolution are great for watching high definition video content, but what about your DVDs? All DVD video has a 720 x 480 resolution, and most DVDs can be purchase in a standard or widescreen format. You of course, being a reputable videophile, purchased your entire DVD library in widescreen so as to enjoy the entire picture as the director intended. That, however, was when movie night was hosted on your old tube TV. Now that you've got the HD 40RV525R . . . what's to guarantee that your DVDs will look just as good on your new flat panel? The answer: Toshiba's TheaterView®. This technology allows the 40RV525R's panel to display enhanced widescreen television and DVD video. Three different modes adjust and optimize DVD video based on different recording and formatting methods for a truly theater-like home DVD experience.
Indulge your need for speed
As a, shall we say, 'dedicated' gamer, you realize that speed is of the essence. You also realize that you are only as fast as your video components. So, why not invest in faster devices? Presenting the Toshiba 40RV525R with Gaming Mode. Putting your gaming experience into overdrive, Gaming mode reduces the amount of time it takes for the signal coming from your controller to reach the TV. The result? More speed, better gaming.
A side of PC, please
Coming to the rescue in this multiple-component, integrated-system world, the Toshiba 40RV525R serves up an extra helping of connectivity with a PC input. Surf the net, download online movies, play games or get a little work done, all on 40 inches of stunning HD LCD.
Get tuned in
Geared up and ready for the up-and-coming digital transition (the government mandated switch to all-digital television broadcasting) your new Toshiba 40RV525R comes equipped with digital ATSC and QAM tuners. These digital tuners make receiving and enjoying digitally broadcast content — whether from the air or from cable or satellite &mdash easy and worry-free.
HDMIncredible
Bringing you the absolute best in connectivity, Toshiba's 40RV525R features three HDMI connections. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the only interface in consumer electronics that can carry both uncompressed high-definition (HD) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all HD formats including 720p, 1080i and even 1080p. Your incoming media content comes in a variety of sizes, resolutions and formats, and with that in mind, HDMI systems automatically configure to display that content in the most effective format. Since HDMI carries all channels on video and audio, there is only one cable to plug into any HDMI-enabled source and display device. No more complicated cable set-up when installing your home theater system, and no more ugly cable mess behind your components. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on this single cable. Also, HDMI is fully backward-compatible with DVI. (Please note that a physical adapter, sold separately, is needed to make the conversion from HDMI to DVI.)
Your HD lifeline
High Definition Multimedia Interface, or HDMI, is the only home A/V connection that allows for both Full HD 1080p video and 7.1-channel studio-quality audio to be passes along a single cable. In other words, in order to take full advantage of your home theater's high definition potential, you need to HDMI cabling to link HD-capable components. It's only natural that you might have questions regarding how best to outfit your personal HD system. Vann's sales representatives are here to explain all of your options. Call the 800 number at the top of this page for expert advice.
ENERGY STAR of approval
Seeking to meet your demand to reduce energy use and preserve the environment, Toshiba has made sure that the 40RV525R meets the U.S. government's standard for ENERGY STAR qualification. What does the ENERGY STAR qualification mean? ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. For the family or homeowner, energy efficient choices can reduce energy consumption and expenses by up to one third while resulting in similar savings of greenhouse gas emissions, without sacrificing features, style or comfort. ENERGY STAR helps you make the energy efficient choice. When a product boasts the ENERGY STAR qualification, this means the product meets stringent government standards set by the EPA and US Department of Energy for conserving both energy and the environment. So whether you are concerned for the environment, your pocket book or both, this HDTV helps ensure both are given an easier load to bear.
