Philips 42PFL3704D-F7 LCD HDTV Review - Remote Control

Remote Control Summary
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Philips 42PFL3704D/F7. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the 3000 series. The 3000 series includes the following models: 52PFL3704D, 47PFL3603D, 47PFL3704D, 32PFL3504D, 22PFL3504D, 19PFL3504D.  Read here for more details on series differences.
• Good design overall; has curved edges and fits nicely in hand. • Large buttons might make the remote hard to handle for those with small hands. • No universal functionality.
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Ergonomics & Durability (7.0)

The 42PFL3704D/F7's remote is simple in its design and layout. It has curved edges and fits well in hand. The remote is well balanced in the neutral position, but not as well towards the bottom of the remote. While the remote honestly looks a bit cheap, we couldn't identify any obvious design flaws; it's just the kind of plastic used. 

Button Layout & Use (6.75)

The remote has a very basic button layout. Neutral position puts the user's thumb on the ok button. While the buttons are spaced proportionately for their size, their largenThe volume and channel buttons are a bit of a stretch away due to the buttons' large size. The main issue we had with this remote is it's ridiculously finicky. If you aren't pointing it at the bottom right corner of the screen, it won't register an input.

Programming & Flexibility (0.0)

The remote isn't universal.

Other Models in the 3000 Series
This is a review of the Philips 42PFL3704D/F7. The other sizes of HDTVs in this series should be similar in terms of performance and usability. For details about any differences, click on the image to jump to the Series Comparison page.
19PFL3504D 19 inches	32PFL3504D 32 inches	47PFL3603D 47 inches	52PFL3704D 52 inches

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