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PYTD16 and ZVOX AV100 I thought it might be useful to provide both TV and external speaker review at one time. As the photo shows, I’m cramped for space and need both a TV and an external speaker since the TV’s internal speakers are not good. After considerable research I found this TV/speaker combination to fit the bill perfectly. Actually it was the only TV/speaker combination that would work. As the photo shows I’ve got a lot crammed into a small right-angle space on my bath vanity and it was a hassle getting all the wiring and cables in place. I found the use of four-outlet power strip to be required. 1. The PYTD16. This TV is good for my application. On axis viewing has high resolution with 1080i. This resolution fades considerably as you move off axis. In my application this is not a problem. The set-up was reasonably straight forward although the use of the pesky cable receiver did complicate things. I use the top button to turn on the set on and the receiver button to boot up the receiver. I then must use the speaker remote to adjust the audio. (If you use an external speaker be sure to turn the TV speaker setting to “off.”) So I really only need to use one remote to turn things on and off. I use the optional stand since it lifts the unit up a bit and allows me to angle the screen a bit up as it sits on the slightly-angled top of the speaker. Luckily the back wall and wall plug provide TV support as the stand is 4” wide and the top of the speaker is only 2.5 “ wide. I have not and do not intend to use the DVD option. As the photo shows I don’t have room to slide in DVD anyway. When I had this house built I knew I would want a TV in the bath so I had it hard-wired although a wireless set-up will work. Thus, I can pull in all 450 channels with U-Verse. I did buy the 2-year insurance plan from Assurion but I hope I don’t need it. I have yet to receive confirmation of my insurance purchase from Assurion. I am able to communicate online or phone with Pyle. This is a real comfort. While the unit is made in China, their support is in the U.S. The unit comes with multiple connection options along with a number of cables depending on your needs. I add that if you don’t intend to add an external speaker to this TV then perhaps you should look at another brand. The user’s manual is available online to look at before purchase. Now, a BIG downside of the PYLE16. We have all experienced the mindless and stupid engineering of Chinese products. Well the PYLE16 takes the cake. I’m speaking of the obnoxiously loud voice alert that speaks when you turn the set on and off or when you alter the settings. It’s internal to the TV and cannot be defeated or turned off or lowered in volume. And it’s LOUD! This is the dumbest thing I can imagine. The user should be able to turn it off. I can see that turning this unit on or off in a bedroom would raise the ire of a sleeping partner. 2. The ZVOX AV100 Voice Clarifying loudspeaker. As you have read in other reviews of the PYLE16, the internal TV speakers are terrible. I needed an external speaker that would give me more volume and would fit the small right-angled vanity space. The AV100 fits on top of the receiver just right. This speaker is ok and while I don’t have any hearing problems, after playing around with the six remote voice settings I can see that it can enhance voice audio. It “clarifies” the spoken word by rolling off the bass as the user chooses higher settings. I find the highest setting is a bit too much and sounds really scratchy. The lowest setting does produce some bass, but not much. In my bathroom I find the middle setting with some treble and some bass just right. However, different content providers’ audio signals do require me to adjust the clarifying setting on occasion. Be aware this external speaker will not give you any type of surround sound, imaging, or depth of audio. However, for my application it is perfect. I don’t think this speaker would be good for music. The remote is sturdy with easy to read buttons. Both the TV and speaker are available at Amazon. Unfortunately I bought the AV100 at Walmart for more than I would have paid at Amazon. I hope this review and photo helps those needing a similar close-quarter TV/external speaker application.

We needed a new small tv for the kitchen (the previous one from a competitor stopped after 7 years when the lithium battery inside went dead which was required even to use AC power). After researching, we chose this Pyle tv based on very good reviews and also wanting to try another company's small tv performance. Could we do better than what we had for 7 years? This one is leaps & bounds better than the competitor's we had. Why? (1) This new tv has excellent picture quality from ANY viewing angle in the kitchen. We didn't know that was possible for a small tv like this (based on reviews for other competitor televisions), but yes, this tv is great for viewing at any place in the kitchen. (2) The sound quality for a small tv is also excellent. (3) The DVD player it has also works very well. That is an extra bonus we didn't need, but appreciate having now. One note: If you plan to connect a cable (such as from verizon...), you will need to buy an inexpensive (few dollars) 90 degree coaxial adapter to accommodate the small working area in the back. Why? Slightly below where the cable is attached, one of the speakers was placed. This makes sense for good sound balance with the other speaker, but causes a tight fit for cable attachment directly above. The included digital antenna that comes with the tv connects without a problem because it is at a 90 degree angle. If you are only going to use the digital antenna, then this doesn't pertain to you. Amazon sells the 90 degree adaptor, as well as Home Depot, Lowes, etc.. This is a very minor issue because the solution is easy & cheap, while the picture quality & sound are so good compared to what we were used to with a small tv. This is an early review in that we have only had the tv for two days, but it is a RECOMMEND until proven otherwise. If something changes, I will update this review.

The 18.5” tv/dvd combo was shipped quickly from the Pyle warehouse. It was well packaged and double boxed. Delivered in excellent condition with no missing parts. The stand is very sturdy and easily attached. Large full function remote works very well. I only use OTA broadcast channels with signals from a large tower mounted antenna. As others have mentioned a coax cable connector does not fit on the RF antenna post without using a 90 degree adapter. This adapter is not included with the tv, but should be. The three major networks (CBS, NBC, ABC) broadcast in 720p or 1080i and the tv’s picture looks great with it’s native resolution. However, PBS, sub channels, and other local broadcast channels broadcasting in standard resolution (480i) all look horrible, very blurry and pixelized. The tv needs a processing chip to improve the terrible imaging of standard resolution broadcast channels. The audio is better than I expected based on other reviews, but it could be improved with front facing rather than downward facing speakers. It’s acceptable for a kitchen counter tv. I wish the tv had molded in hooks or loops on the back/bottom edge for cable management. Too early to tell about reliability and longevity. I researched all the small tv/dvd combos still being manufactured and the Pyle was the best choice. My only real disappointment is the terrible imaging of standard resolution broadcast channels.

DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT. Sadly, I missed Amazon's Caution note that it was a frequently returned product. First, instructions aren't very clear. Not clear which set up features to use for what application. Second, as others have mentioned, the tv/cable connection requires a 90 degree connector which is not included. Third, screws to mount the stand are very small and deeply recessed. Had to use tweezers just to get them in place and then play with them to start the threads. Fourthly, no mention in the instructions that the DVD player has a separate switch that turns off the other features if on. And finally, once I got it assembled and hooked up, the tv wouldn't turn on. The DVD player did, but the tv wouldn't. Ended up calling customer support and all they could suggest is check the power connections were correct and to check that the receptacle had power. Duh, the DVD player powered up. Then the only other recommendation was that since I'd purchased it less than 30 days ago from Amazon that I should return it. So, save yourself a headache and look for something else.

The Pyle TV is shipped in double thick boxes to make sure it arrives in perfect shape and that carries over into the build and functionality of the unit. It’s not a smart TV but it comes with a full range of plug in’s and outlets to let you attach speakers and carry out other functions. The plastic case is built over a steel frame nothing rattles and the fit is very good. The DVD works fine with good sound for a small TV. It comes with a very sensitive external antenna that found over 40 stations over the air in the Phoenix area. Given you can run it on its internal batteries or plugged into an outlet gives you many ways to use the unit. I have purchased a half dozen small TVs, Tyler’s for the most part none of them lasted long or worked well. This Pyle TV is better in every respect. The picture is excellent.

The Pyle TV was easy to set up and has a good picture. I'm using it on cable rather than the antena, so I don't know how that might affect the picture. The sound is a little tinny, but this isn't my main TV so it's acceptable. Amazon delivered promptly, on the date promised. For the money, it's a good bargain.

The sound isn’t very loud. But works for our Motorhome. Fits in the spot well. And doesn’t run our battery dead. So overall good. Just too quiet.

Great quality product dvd and tv picture quality is excellent this is perfect for my hobby room

Excelente

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