Toshiba 46SV670U LED LCD HDTV Review - Remote Control

Remote Control Summary
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Toshiba 46SV670U. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the Regza SV670U series. The Regza SV670U series includes the following models: 55SV670U.  Read here for more details on series differences.
• Excellent remote control • Universal remote programmability
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Ergonomics & Durability (9.0)

The remote control for the Toshiba 46SV670U is quite comfortable. It's a little wider than remotes for Sony and Samsung TVs, but more wieldly and with a more sensible layout. On the underside, directly in the center, is a groove that your finger rests is. Your thumb falls directly on the d-pad in the center. 

Button Layout & Use (8.0)

The button layout is also better than equivalent remotes from Sony and Samsung. With your thumb falling on the d-pad in the center of the remote, the channel and volume  up/down controls are conveniently located just below.

Granted, the layout is not the most sensible the first time you use the remote. Unusually, the Menu button, Exit button, and Return button are not particularly well-labeled. But after a few times, we could easily fly through the menu without looking down once.

Programming & Flexibility (6.0)

The remote control can be programmed for all kinds of home electronics devices, not just DVD players. Toshiba also includes codes for most of the major brands in the manual.

Other Models in the SV670U Series
This is a review of the Toshiba 46SV670U. 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.
Toshiba 46SV670U 46 inches	Toshiba 55SV670U 55 inches