The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV was easy to set up. A very simple auto-setup came up when first turned on; language and the user was ask if they wanted to do a cable based, auto-channel select routine. Other than that, if like us, using a HD cable box, I set the appliance to accept the HDMI input from the cable box and everything came right up. I programmed the cable box remote and after entering the fifth number choice on the list, the cable box remote now operates both the cable box and the television.
The unboxing was a normal event. The only assembly was attaching the base to the already attached base neck, attached to the television with three hex head screws and the provided allen wrench.
The out of the box colors, are set to factory specifications and I found them to be excellent. There was a minor tweaking with contrast to improve movie shadow detail in nighttime movie scenes. Other than that, everything is good to go, right out of the box.
At this point, there's not much to add. The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV comes with a quick start manual and that's it. If one wants, the full manual is a download from VIZIO.COM/SUPPORT.
The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV has full back lighting as opposed to edge lighting. Because it's has full back lighting, the case is deeper (thicker) then edge lit units but for the thicker case, one has much better contrast. When we compared this unit to other units of similar size and price that were setup next to the unit, we immediately found the image of this unit to be a bit better in overall image quality.
It was brighter, cleaner and had more image definition (sharper) than the Vizio unit next to it or the Toshiba unit that was a 46" unit, and next in line, to the left, of a three television display. When one stood in the middle of the three television display, equidistant from this unit and then compared image quality to the 46" Toshiba unit to the left, this unit had the better overall image quality. Colors are excellent.
The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV has a 6ms refresh rate. Our cable box provides a 720P/1080i signal and the image quality is excellent. We won't have a Blu-ray player hooked up so I can't comment on 1080P resolution.
We have cordless headphones hooked up to this unit and the sound quality is excellent. The speakers sound fine; not tinny or weak. For easy access, the controls are on the edge of the left bezel. The television has, as is typical, two connection sites. One on the left edge of the bezel and one on the same side but in the back.
If I have to give some negative ink, it would be no 3-D, no 120Hz feature and lacks any Wi-Fi capability for easy software upgrade capability. Nothing that a convenient thumb drive won't fix. FYI, the stand is a fixed stand and does not have the much needed base, swivel component.
Other then these obvious niggles that with the exception of a missing swivel component, for a hundred dollars more, the sibling version has the listed missing features. At the time of writing this review, I have no user complaints and if one is looking for a budget minded, 42", full back lit, LCD television with a great image, in my opinion, this unit will make you happy. In short, there are no shortcomings to feel the need to get over.
The unboxing was a normal event. The only assembly was attaching the base to the already attached base neck, attached to the television with three hex head screws and the provided allen wrench.
The out of the box colors, are set to factory specifications and I found them to be excellent. There was a minor tweaking with contrast to improve movie shadow detail in nighttime movie scenes. Other than that, everything is good to go, right out of the box.
At this point, there's not much to add. The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV comes with a quick start manual and that's it. If one wants, the full manual is a download from VIZIO.COM/SUPPORT.
The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV has full back lighting as opposed to edge lighting. Because it's has full back lighting, the case is deeper (thicker) then edge lit units but for the thicker case, one has much better contrast. When we compared this unit to other units of similar size and price that were setup next to the unit, we immediately found the image of this unit to be a bit better in overall image quality.
It was brighter, cleaner and had more image definition (sharper) than the Vizio unit next to it or the Toshiba unit that was a 46" unit, and next in line, to the left, of a three television display. When one stood in the middle of the three television display, equidistant from this unit and then compared image quality to the 46" Toshiba unit to the left, this unit had the better overall image quality. Colors are excellent.
The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV has a 6ms refresh rate. Our cable box provides a 720P/1080i signal and the image quality is excellent. We won't have a Blu-ray player hooked up so I can't comment on 1080P resolution.
We have cordless headphones hooked up to this unit and the sound quality is excellent. The speakers sound fine; not tinny or weak. For easy access, the controls are on the edge of the left bezel. The television has, as is typical, two connection sites. One on the left edge of the bezel and one on the same side but in the back.
If I have to give some negative ink, it would be no 3-D, no 120Hz feature and lacks any Wi-Fi capability for easy software upgrade capability. Nothing that a convenient thumb drive won't fix. FYI, the stand is a fixed stand and does not have the much needed base, swivel component.
Other then these obvious niggles that with the exception of a missing swivel component, for a hundred dollars more, the sibling version has the listed missing features. At the time of writing this review, I have no user complaints and if one is looking for a budget minded, 42", full back lit, LCD television with a great image, in my opinion, this unit will make you happy. In short, there are no shortcomings to feel the need to get over.
VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV Product Description
Introducing the new E-series slim frame design. The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV is shattering the mold in a way only VIZIO can, with high-quality design and picture at the best value. Enjoy crystal-clear action and eye-popping images in 1080p Full HD resolution. A slim frame design with ultra thin profile makes this a stunning centerpiece in any living space. Plus, this Razor LED HDTV is more energy efficient than a conventional LCD TV, to save you even more money. When compared to same size 2012 LCD HDTVs lighted with CCFL technology. Introducing the new E-series slim frame design. The VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV is shattering the mold in a way only VIZIO can, with high-quality design and picture at the best value. Enjoy crystal-clear action and eye-popping images in 1080p Full HD resolution. A slim frame design with ultra thin profile makes this a stunning centerpiece in any living space. Plus, this Razor LED HDTV is more energy efficient than a conventional LCD TV, to save you even more money. When compared to same size 2012 LCD HDTVs lighted with CCFL technology.
VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV Product Details
| Display | |
| Display Menu Language: | English, French, Spanish |
| Additional Features: | Ambient light sensor (ALS) |
| Display Format: | 1080p (FullHD) |
| Resolution: | 1920 x 1080 |
| Viewing Angle: | 178 degrees |
| Viewing Angle (Vertical): | 170 degrees |
| Color Depth: | 16.7 million colors |
| Remote Control | |
| Type: | Remote control |
| Audio System | |
| Sound Effects: | SRS TruSurround HD, SRS StudioSound |
| Output Power / Total: | 6 Watt |
| Additional Features: | SRS TruVolume |
| Speaker(s): | 2 x main channel speaker - built-in - 3 Watt |
| Connections | |
| Connector Type: | 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - rear ¦ 1 x composite video / component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) ¦ 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - rear ¦ 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - rear ¦ 1 x audio output ( mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - rear |
| Power | |
| Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep: | 1 Watt |
| General | |
| Product Type: | LED-backlit LCD TV |
| PC Interface: | VGA (HD-15) |
| Width: | 22.1 in |
| Depth: | 6.2 in |
| Height: | 14.3 in |
| Weight: | 8.6 lbs |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compliant Standards: | FCC Class B certified, UL, cUL, VIZIO PQA, VIZIO AQA, IC BETS-7 |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | |
| Dimensions & Weight Details: | Panel with stand - 22.1 in x 6.2 in x 14.3 in x 8.6 lbs ¦ Panel without stand - 22.1 in x 1.6 in x 14.3 in x 8 lbs |
| Digital TV Tuner | |
| Digital TV Tuner: | ATSC |
| More Information | |
| Model No.: | E241-A1 |
| Shipping Weight (in pounds): | 10.95 |
| Product in Inches (L x W x H): | 27.56 x 17.56 x 3.54 |
VIZIO E241-A1 24-inch 1080p 60Hz Razor LED TV Features
- Razor LED for richer colors and more vivid details.
- Slim frame design with ultra thin profile beautifully enhances any living space
- 1080p Full HD resolution for a crystal-clear picture
- A slim outer frame delivers a more immersive picture with less frame around the TV
- Thin LED Design: TV with stand (Width x Height x Depth): 22.08'' x 14.31'' x 6.2'', TV without stand (Width x Height x Depth): 22.08'' x 14.31'' x 1.57''
- Razor LED™ backlight for richer colors and more vivid details.
- Slim frame design with ultra thin profile beautifully enhances any living space
- 1080p Full HD resolution for a crystal-clear picture
- A slim outer frame delivers a more immersive picture with less frame around the TV
- Fit a larger size TV in the same space thanks to new slim frame design
- SRS StudioSound HD™ delivers crisp, clear audio
- One HDMI port – perfect for cable boxes, game consoles, Blu-ray players and more
- More energy efficient than conventional LCD TVs*
- USB Multimedia – photo viewer
