Reviews of the LG 42LH50
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CNET Review
The Good: First TV with built-in Netflix streaming; well-implemented Yahoo Widgets engine; accurate color; extensive picture controls including unique Picture Wizard; solid connectivity with four HDMI and one PC input; energy efficient.
The Bad: Relatively expensive; reproduces pretty light black levels; does not separate antiblur and anti-judder processing; fails to properly handle 1080p/24 content; below-average off-angle viewing; no S-video input.
The Bottom Line: While the picture quality of the LG LH50 series won't appeal to videophiles, its Netflix streaming and oodles of other interactive features will win over plenty of folks fed up with external boxes.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 76/100 and users 85/100. Comparing these reviews to 208672 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 93/100 = Excellent.
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wired.com
Review Summary: is the opening credits, your internet mainstays are just a button-push away. You can further expand its video prowess by connecting an external drive loaded with virtually any DivX, MPEG or H.264 video.
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asia.cnet.com
Review Summary: In answer to Sony's 200Hz challenge, LG has come up with its own feature, which it calls TruMotion. LG's version blends two different technologies to give a motion compensation effect: The first is frame interpolation, inserting an extra "invented" ...
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asia.cnet.com
Review Summary: After getting accustomed to the bold and flamboyant designs of last year's LG HDTVs, we can't help but feel a bit underwhelmed by the 47LH50YR's conservative styling. Make no mistake, this 47-incher can still be a pleasant living room centerpiece, ...
Manufacturer: LG Electronics U.S.A.
Part number: 42LH50
General
- Product type LCD TV
- Diagonal Size 42 in - Widescreen
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 41.3 in x 3.6 in x 25.9 in x 37.9 lbs, Panel with stand - 41.3 in x 11.7 in x 28.3 in x 41.9 lbs
- Enclosure Color Glossy black
Display
- Technology TFT active matrix
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Brightness (cd/m2) 500
- 120Hz Yes
- 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 2.7 ms
- Display Menu Language French, Korean, English, Spanish
- V-Chip Control Yes
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) 4 x Speaker - Built-in
- Sound Output Mode Surround Sound
- Built-in Decoders Dolby Digital
- Surround Mode Yes
- Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT
- Audio Controls Bass, Treble, Balance, Sound mode
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
- Additional Features 2-way speaker system, Auto volume adjustment, Invisible Speaker System
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side, 1 x HDMI input ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 1 x Hi-Speed USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Side, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 3 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 Network ( RJ-45 ), 1 x Serial - Rear
- PC Interface USB, VGA (HD-15)
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Functionality Digital audio playback, Digital photo playback
- Connectivity Wired
- Connectivity Protocols USB
- Supported Audio Formats MP3
- Supported Pictures Formats JPG
Memory Card Reader
- USB Port Yes
Remote Control
- Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared
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
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) 44.1 in
- Depth (Shipping) 9 in
- Height (Shipping) 30.3 in
Sustainability
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
- Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 4.7
Product Photos
User Opinions
Buying Choices
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