Syntax - Olevia 537H Television Review

The 537H has a reasonable picture out of the box, and a superior picture after tweaking its settings with the help of an Avia DVD. The "plain black wrapper" approach serves to highlight the superior picture; one that is far better than the two CRT-based HD monitors in my home (one direct-view, one projection). Though I use a receiver for audio, a quick check of the set's sound reveals that it's passable. Packaging is comparable to that of a high-end DLP set that I purchased and returned due to unacceptable picture quality.

The menu system is confusing at first, but is easier to operate with practice. The "hidden" power switch on the back of set should be referenced in the quick-start diagram and manual. The manual should be printed, rather than supplied on a CD. The blue "standby" light is very bright (soon to be covered with electrical tape).