Toshiba 36AF42 36" Pure Flat Screen TV

The set provides stereo reception (with 5 watts per channel) and SAP (second audio program), which is often used to broadcast an alternate-language track. The 36AF42 derives a heightened sense of stereo separation from its double-baffle speaker system. A ColorStream component-video input provides the ultimate picture quality from interlaced component-video signals; standard composite-video inputs accommodate all DVD players and most other video sources.

You get two sets of rear AV inputs (both with S-video) as well as one set of front AV inputs for easy connection with a camcorder or gaming console. A rear AV output lets you hook the set up with a surround receiver. The 36AF42 also features color-temperature control, V-chip parental controls, a sleep timer, and a glow-in-the-dark remote control.

I had a Sony 32 inch a few years back but it gave us nothing but problems. Previous to that, our tv was a 1985 Sony XBR. Which lasted over 11 years.But Sony has priced the XBR's beyond out affordability.

SO when the Sony 32 inch went out in under 4 years, we tried a 27 inch toshiba af42 and simply loved it. But with letterboxed dvd's the picture tended to be too small.
So we decided to move up to 36 inch and it is a dream.

This 36 upgrade has beautiful color and a wonderful full bodied sound.

If I have any disappointment it is that the picture during the day, could be a little brighter. At night though, it is excellent.

I hope it proves to be a reliable tv.