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AIWA RS-55 Review: Retro Style Meets Modern Sensitivity In an era dominated by digital streaming and smart speakers, there is a unique satisfaction in the tactile click of an analog dial. For my latest test, I went back to basics with the AIWA RS-55 AM/FM receiver . AIWA is a legendary Japanese brand, and with the RS-55, they’ve managed to capture a vintage aesthetic without sacrificing the build quality we expect today.

TestProductReview pick of the week - Hitachi 42HYT42U 42 inch LED TV

Hitachi 42HYT42U 42 inch LED Smart TV price and specifications

Hitachi 42 inch LED TV
Hitachi 42HYT42U 42 inch LED TV


This week's top choice in the consumer electronics section is the cheap 42 inch Smart LED TV Hitachi 42HYT42U.  Until today more than 860 units were sold only at eBay UK which shows the big interest in this affordable and yet functional LED TV.

And here are its main specs:

Hitachi 42HYT42U specifications

  • Direct-lit LED TV Screen
  • Smart TV
  • Full HD (1080p) display resolution
  • Screen size: 42in (106cm)
  • Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
  • Motion rate 50Hz
  • Response time 6.5 milliseconds
  • Viewing angle 176/176 degrees
Connectivity:
  • 1 SCART socket, 2 USB ports and 2 HDMI sockets
  • PC input socket
  • Composite
  • Headphone socket
  • AV socket
  • Requires Wi-Fi dongle (sold separately)
  • Ethernet connection
  • Open browser
  • Suitable for wall mounting 200 x 200 bracket

Sound features:
  • SRS sound system
  • 16 watts RMS power output
  • Digital features:
  • Freeview HD digital tuner
  • 7 day electronic programme guide (EPG)
  • CI+ slot
Additional features:
  • Sleep timer
  • Child lock
  • Size of TV H57, W97, D8cm
  • Weight of TV 10kg (unpackaged)
  • Size of TV with stand: H62, W97, D22cm
  • Weight of TV with stand: 11kg

Energy efficiency information:
  • Energy efficiency rating: A+
  • On mode power consumption 69 watts
  • Annual power consumption 100kWh

Hitachi 42HYT42U price

In UK this TV is sold for around £260 which looks like a pretty good deal for a big screen TV with Smart TV features.

I would also recommend you to check the Finlux 42F503, which is the same size and also quite cheap.

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