There's no reason why budget-conscious shoppers looking for a 720p HDTV can't enjoy all of the features found on more expensive 1080p models. The JVC LT-19A200 19" 720p LCD TV proves that quality doesn't have to take a back seat to price.

Key to the great performance of the LT-19A200 is its superb 720p HD LCD panel, which features a blazing 5 ms response rate for a flicker-free, high-resolution picture. Couple that with a 280 cd/m² brightness level, a digital comb filter to reduce video noise, and a 1000:1 native contrast ratio, and you'll know why all of your video sources will look terrific on this set.

The LT-19A200 contains a state-of-the-art ATSC/QAM/NTSC digital tuner that pulls in all of your local over-the-air stations with crystal clarity. You'll also be able to receive unscrambled digital cable signals, as well as programming from your cable or satellite provider.

As the heart of a home entertainment center, the JVC can't be beat. It has HDMI and component video inputs for your newest gear, S-Video and AV inputs for legacy equipment such as VCRs, and a headphone jack and digital audio output for sound you've got to hear to believe. There's even a PC input jack that lets the LT-19A200 do double duty as a computer monitor.

Speaking of sound, the LT-19A200 gives you more than simple volume, bass, and treble controls. The TV has five presets for common listening modes (Personal/Standard/Movie/Music/News) and a five band equalizer to customize the audio to your specific tastes.

Add a full-function remote control and convenience features galore, and you've got a value-priced HDTV that puts the emphasis on value rather than price.

• 720p HD 1366 x 768 Resolution

The 720p HD LCD panel combines a 280 cd/m² brightness level, a wide 170°/160° viewing angle, and a 1000:1 native contrast ratio to ensure that all your video sources are able to realize their full potential. In addition, a fast 5 ms response rate helps produce a flicker-free, high-resolution picture that enhances your entertainment experience.

• ATSC/QAM/NTSC Tuners

The ATSC tuner allows you to receive over-the-air digital terrestrial broadcasts with an antenna, while the clear-QAM tuner lets you receive unscrambled digital cable signals.

• Digital Comb Filter

The set's 3D Y/C digital comb filter with digital and MPEG noise reduction helps reduce noise commonly found in digital broadcasts, DVDs, and other less-than-perfect sources. As a result, you get a cleaner, purer video image.

• Natural Cinema

The JVC LT-19A200 incorporates an edge smoothing circuit that samples and compensates for the jagged edges commonly found in videos that were converted from film. This filter is especially helpful with movies on DVD.

• Dynamic Gamma

This picture-enhancing feature preserves tonal detail and gradations within the dark areas of video sources for optimal contrast and detail. You get a crisp, vivid image that heightens the realism of the source material.

• HDMI and Component Video Inputs

The LT-19A200 comes with a full complement of inputs, so it's ready to serve as the control center for all the equipment you want to connect. The set features two HDMI digital video inputs with HDCP support, enabling you to enjoy the highest level of digital video and audio available today. For components without HDMI jacks, the JVC has one component video input for a clean, clear picture.

• PC Input

Don't have room for a separate PC monitor? Want to view your laptop files on a larger screen? You're in luck. Just connect your PC's video and audio outputs to the LT-19A200, and you're ready to roll.

• Sound Features Package

What would a gorgeous picture be without sound to match? The JVC offers a complete set of sound features. The LT-19A200 also features five preset listening modes: Personal/Standard/Movie/Music/News. Additionally, there is a five-band equalizer for even more sound customization.

• Full-Feature Remote Control

Complementing the set's graphical interface is a unified remote with direct control of virtually all functions of the HDTV, including picture and sound adjustments. You won't have to get up from your favorite chair to set the audio and video to your liking.