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Reviews of the LG 37LH30

  • 6.6

    CNET Review

    April 28, 2009

    The Good: Accurate color; extensive picture controls including unique Picture Wizard; adequate connectivity with three HDMI and one PC input; energy-efficient.

    The Bad: Reproduces relatively light black levels; below-average uniformity and off-angle viewing; no S-Video input.

    The Bottom Line: While its black levels and uniformity mark the LG LH30 series as an entry-level display, its extensive picture controls allow the color accuracy of a flagship model.

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  • 9.1

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | November 23, 2009

    Review Summary: Experts rate this product 77/100 and users 92/100. Comparing these reviews to 208759 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 91/100 = Excellent.

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  • No Rating

    washingtonpost.com

    By Mark Brezinski | July 24, 2009

    Review Summary: The 37LH30's design is not ground breaking. The bezel is a glossy black plastic, and its power indicator will pulse gently as the the TV powers on. If you're looking for a TV to blend into your room, the 37LH30's understated look is unlikely to ruffle ...

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  • 8.4

    televisioninfo.com

    By Mark Brezinski | July 21, 2009

    Review Summary: The LG 37LH30 wasn't bad. It didn't have a great black level or, by extension, a good contrast ratio. It did pretty well on our color accuracy tests. The TV also doesn't have any additional features worth noting. Moving objects either blurred or ...

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  • 8.0

    youreviewelectronics.com

    Review Summary: LG 37LH30 37-inch LCD TV review. LG continues their lower priced LCD series with the 37LH30 in 2009. It has introduced the Picture Wizard and 24p Real Cinema technologies to output life-like images. It has a wide 178 degrees viewing angle to provide ...

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Manufacturer: LG Electronics U.S.A.

Part number: 37LH30

General

  • Product type LCD TV
  • Diagonal Size 37 in - Widescreen
  • Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 36.1 in x 3.5 in x 23.4 in x 32 lbs, Panel with stand - 36.1 in x 11.7 in x 25.9 in x 36.8 lbs
  • Enclosure Color Gloss black

Display

  • Technology TFT active matrix
  • Resolution 1920 x 1080
  • Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
  • Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio 50000:1
  • Brightness (cd/m2) 500
  • Color Depth 10-bit color
  • Color Temperature Control Yes
  • Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
  • Viewing Angle 178 degrees
  • Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees
  • Pixel Response Time 5 ms
  • Display Menu Language French, Korean, English, Spanish
  • Backlight Life 60,000 hour(s)
  • V-Chip Control Yes
  • Additional Features USB

TV Tuner

  • Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
  • Analog TV Tuner NTSC
  • Stereo Reception System MTS
  • Secondary Audio Program (SAP) Yes

Video Features

  • Video Interface HDMI, Component, Composite
  • HDTV Ready Yes
  • Analog Video Input Signals NTSC
  • Input Video Formats 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080/24p, 1080/30p, 1080/60p
  • Parental Channel Lock Yes
  • Closed Caption Capability Yes

Audio System

  • Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
  • Sound Output Mode Surround Sound
  • Built-in Decoders Dolby Digital
  • Surround Mode Yes
  • Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT
  • Audio Controls Bass, Treble, Balance
  • Output Power / Total 20 Watt
  • Additional Features Auto volume adjustment, Invisible Speaker System

Connections

  • Connector Type 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 1 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x HD component input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 2 x HDMI input ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Rear, 1 x Serial - Rear, 1 x USB - Rear
  • PC Interface USB, VGA (HD-15)

Remote Control

  • Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared
  • Supported Devices TV

Stands & Mounts

  • Stand Included Yes
  • Stand Features Swivel
  • Flat Panel Mount Interface 200 x 200 mm

Power

  • Power Device Power supply - Internal
  • Power AC 120/230 V
  • Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 1 Watt
  • Power Consumption Operational 138 Watt
  • Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star

Miscellaneous

  • HDCP Compatible Yes

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Service & Support 1 year warranty
  • Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)

  • Width (Shipping) 44.5 in
  • Depth (Shipping) 5.2 in
  • Height (Shipping) 23.4 in
  • Weight (Shipping) 40.6 lbs

Sustainability

  • EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
  • Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 4.7

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LG 37LH30

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