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Reviews of the LG 42LH90

  • 8.0

    CNET Review

    July 10, 2009

    The Good: Excellent black-level performance and shadow detail; accurate color thanks to extensive picture adjustments; matte screen handles bright lighting well; plenty of connectivity with four HDMI and one PC input.

    The Bad: Relatively expensive; poor off-angle performance; some blooming; does not separate antiblur and dejudder processing; benefits of 240Hz difficult to discern; no interactive features; no S-Video inputs.

    The Bottom Line: Deep black levels and accurate color help propel the LED-backlit LG LH90 series into the front row of the LCD picture quality class.

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  • 9.3

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | November 23, 2009

    Review Summary: Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 83/100. Comparing these reviews to 208759 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 93/100 = Excellent.

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  • 8.7

    televisioninfo.com

    By Mark Brezinski | October 19, 2009

    Review Summary: The 47LH90 didn't wow us, but it wasn't terrible either. Most of its scores were either average or on the high side of average. The main issue is it's not a particularly exciting TV. It has a large, thick bezel and its main features are all sort of ...

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  • 8.0

    digitaltrends.com

    By David Elrich | August 18, 2009

    Review Summary: If you've just downed a great porterhouse steak, why have ultra-expensive Kobe beef for dessert? Because you can. That's how we felt when LG's new 55-inch LH90 LED...

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  • No Rating

    televisioninfo.com

    By Jeremy Stamas | January 8, 2009

    Review Summary: The LG 55LH90 is television with some intriguing elements. Its 240Hz refresh rate is something that will pique the interest of action-film lovers and sports aficionados. Based on our limited access watching footage on the TV, its motion appeared ...

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Manufacturer: LG Electronics U.S.A.

Part number: 42LH90

General

  • Product type LCD TV
  • Diagonal Size 42 in - Widescreen
  • Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 42.1 in x 3.7 in x 28.2 in x 43 lbs, Panel with stand - 42.1 in x 14.2 in x 30.6 in x 51.1 lbs
  • Enclosure Color Blue, Glossy black

Display

  • Technology TFT active matrix
  • LCD Backlight Technology LED Backlight technology
  • Resolution 1920 x 1080
  • Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
  • Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio 2000000:1
  • Brightness (cd/m2) 500 cd/m2
  • Widescreen Modes Just
  • Color Temperature Control Yes
  • Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
  • Viewing Angle 178 degrees
  • Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees
  • Pixel Response Time 2.4 ms
  • Display Menu Language French, Korean, English, Spanish
  • Analog Video Signal Composite video
  • V-Chip Control Yes
  • Additional Features TruMotion, XD Engine

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
  • Input Video Formats 720p, 1080i, 1080p
  • Parental Channel Lock Yes
  • Closed Caption Capability Yes

Audio System

  • Speaker(s) 4 x Speaker - Built-in
  • Sound Output Mode Stereo
  • 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 Balance control, 2-way speaker system, Bass & treble control, Auto volume adjustment

Connections

  • Connector Type 1 x HDMI input ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 1 x USB 2.0 ( 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 Serial - Rear
  • PC Interface VGA (HD-15)

Network & Internet Multimedia

  • Functionality Digital audio playback, Digital photo playback
  • Connectivity Wired
  • Connectivity Protocols USB
  • Supported Audio Formats MP3
  • Supported Video Formats DivX
  • Supported Pictures Formats JPG

Memory Card Reader

  • USB Port Yes

Remote Control

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

Stands & Mounts

  • Stand Included Yes
  • Stand Design Tabletop
  • 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
  • Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star 3.0, ISFCCC

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) 52.8 in
  • Depth (Shipping) 11.3 in
  • Height (Shipping) 32.7 in

Sustainability

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

Product Photos

  • OVR
  • ANGL
  • SD
  • RMT

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Buying Choices

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LG 42LH90

Buying Choices

42LH90 42" LCD TV from 4 online stores: Lowest Price: $1268.99

See prices from 4 stores

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