Introduction
JVC has just developed the BlackCrystal line, using AmTRAN as their new manufacturer, the same company that makes VIZIO televisions. The BlackCrystal line is intended to have strong quality at a low price for great value. The target consumers are those who want a good television but do not want to shell out money to buy into the top-tier brands like Sony, LG, and Samsung.
We have tested and compared the best of this line, the BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001 ($999 MSRP), against an older JVC model from this year, one of the best VIZIO models and a comparably priced Samsung television. We liked what we saw, but some of the marketing ploys don’t match up with our testing.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the JVC BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the JLExxBC3001 series. The JLExxBC3001 series includes the following models: BlackCrystal JLE32BC3001, BlackCrystal JLE37BC3001, BlackCrystal JLE42BC3001 and BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
A brilliant peak brightness makes for a strong contrast ratio. The edgelighting causes some uniformity issues. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Three different points of solid performance mean this JVC produces a great set of colors. Read More... |
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Motion
The motion performance on this JVC was not of the quality we’ve seen in the top brands. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
An average viewing angle for an LCD model, and low screen reflectance. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the JVC BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001. Read More... |
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Connectivity
We like the arrangement of ports on this JVC. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
The focus on the BlackCrystal series is audio quality, but the built-in 10W speakers are standard for HDTVs. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
There are no internet features on this JVC, but you can use the USB ports to experience a small range of media. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
This LED backlit TV doesn’t require much energy. Read More... |
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Vs JVC LT-42E910
 We compare the BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001 to the LT-42E910. Read More... |
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Vs VIZIO E470VLE
 We compare the BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001 to the E470VLE. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung UN46D6000
 We compare the BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001 to the UN46D6000. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the JVC BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the JLExxBC3001 series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
See photos of the JVC BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001 Read More... |
Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the JVC BlackCrystal JLE47BC3001. Add your comments... |
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