LG 47LH40 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV, Gloss Black for $950.00

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To begin with, though I'm an ardent film collector, this LG television is my first foray into the HDTV market. It's replacing a 27" RCA CRT, a six year old television that still functions perfectly. However, after finally aquiring a PS3 Slim and attempting to get into gaming, I found my poor CRT was simply out of its league. Also, now that many Blu-Ray prices are dropping (particularly on older titles), I thought it'd be great to have a system capable of handling proper Blu-Ray transfers of favorite films like "The Road Warrior", "Outland", and "Barry Lyndon" (all of which never had a proper restoration on DVD, and two of which are sadly still unavailable on Blu).

For those who have no idea where to begin understanding what to look for in a HDTV, CNET is an invaluable research resource. Their in-depth reviews of various models are some of the most helpful out there (though they do not have one for this particular unit). Also of interest are their articles that explain in detail what difference certain features make and what HDMI cable you should buy (seriously, don't spend more than ). After doing my due diligence, I decided this LG model struck the absolute best balance between low price, huge screen size, and abundance of higher-end specs.

Setup was a breeze, all that's required is a screwdriver to screw in the included base. I was able to install the base and setup the TV myself, but considering this unit weighs around sixty pounds you may want someone else to assist (the delivery driver will usually help). Then it's just a simple matter of plug-and-play. There's also a cover for the bottom stand hole in case your unit will be wall-mounted. The menus are very user-friendly and easy to navigate, and there's even instructions included directly on the TV. There is a small setup booklet included, but the bulk of the manual is on an Abobe Acrobat file in the included CD-ROM. No issues with the remote either, the buttons are nice sized and well mapped-out.

A fatal error many frugal yet selective television consumers make is buying a cheaper entry-level HDTV like this and expecting it to somehow perform like a 00 plasma unit. It's just not going to happen. However, considering the gorgeous picture on this model and the relatively low price tag, it's difficult to justify paying more for a "better" LCD or a potentially problematic plasma. For instance, I considered some of the new LED LCD models, many of which offer a refresh rate of 240. But I simply couldn't make a discernable distinction when compared to this model (which has a rate of 120), and the image simply wasn't impressive enough to warrant the massive price tag.

The Blu-Rays I've tested (which included "Quantum of Solace", "Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan", "The Phantom", and "Glory") all looked - in a word - incredible. The sheen of clarity on each print was jaw-dropping (though "Glory" has a good deal of grain still present). DVDs look great as well, just not as sharp as Blu-Rays. My wife and I spent an entire Saturday going through the extended edition DVDs of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy on this model, and I simply have no complaints to report. The screen is large enough to provide a cinematic effect (especially in a bedroom), the movement onscreen was fluid, and the colors leaped off the screen. Even a series like "Battlestar Galactica", where the picture was intentionally degraded to give it a 'grittier' feel, looks gorgeous on plain-jane DVD.

The TruMotion feature isn't the failed experiment so many reviewers claim it to be. Under the correct circumstances, such as a high definition NFL game, the effect works wonderfully. Films, however, aren't quite built for this sort of thing. The TruMotion feature effectively removes the atmospheric sheen on the film print to the extent that it causes certain scenes to look amateurish, as if shot on home video. It's difficult to explain without example, but if you visit a floor model at a local store, many retailers will let customers toggle with the settings.

Also, regarding the infamous "lip synch" issue, I've watched hours of cable in addition to multiple DVD and Blu-Rays and I haven't had a single problem. My model was manufactured in February 2010, so it's possible they've updated the firmware on the latest models. In fact, I really can't find any serious faults with this model, it's as if this unit was made specifically for my needs. Perhaps the greatest compliment I can pay to this model is to say that I don't feel as if I bought an "entry level" television. For now, it's five well-earned stars, I'll update later if any issues arise.

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"LG 47LH40 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV, Gloss Black" Feature

LCD HDTV features an elegant & distinctive design with swivel stand
1080p Full HD resolution 1920 x 1080p Trumotion 120Hz panel for clear smooth images even for fast action scenes with 4x HDMI v 1.3 digital inputs
Intelligent Sensor Mode LG's Smart Energy Saving Technology, Energy Star 3.0 compliant
Invisible speaker system with Dolby Digital 5.1 & Clear voice for richer more balanced sound & a polished look
70,000:1 Dynamic contrast ratio

"LG 47LH40 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV, Gloss Black" Overview

47" LCD HDTV, 1920 x 1080 Resolution, 120 Hz, 70,000:1 Contrast Ratio, ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM - 1 Tuner, SRS TruSurround XT, 4 HDMI input

Customer Reviews

A GREAT TV !! - Joyce -
This was a gift for my husband. However we both get to enjoy it. There is a clear picture from any angle. We enjoy watching the Discovery and National Geo. and everything just comes alive on the screen. Beautiful!!

Great quality and price. - wlee123 -
I've owned this for about 8 months and everything has been great. The only complaint would be the built in speaker sound is weak but I guess it is the case with all flat panel TVs. You would need an external speaker system if you want a decent sound quality but I mainly watch TV shows over the air so it is (barely) fine for me.

47" LCD LG 47LH40 -- Screen Issues - Ian P. Blunt - Rochester, NY
Ordered from Amazon.com on 7 April, was delivered on the 14th. "White-glove" installation team unpacked the TV, mounted on it's stand, connected all the cables, and took the packing material away. A+ on delivery. That being said, once the TV was in place and powered on, the left half of the screen was very gray and bright, while the right half was perfect. In addition, the left side had significant "ghosting". I called LG support, who ran through a number of suggestions, including unplugging, holding the power button for 30 seconds, re-calibrating, all to no avail. LG contacted a local technician, who promptly called, listened to the symptoms, and promptly told me that I would likely be better off just returning this for another TV, although they'll still send someone out to inspect next week. 4 out of 5, however, as otherwise, the TV installed and configured very easily, and all features appear to be as advertised. I look forward to having a functioning unit to enjoy.

Awsome LG TV - Jefferson T. Edgerton - Georgia
This is my first LCD Tv but I have owned a Sony Vega HD for several years. This one is mounted over the fireplace and I could not ask for a better picture. Yes you get a little edge issue when the room is completely dark but that was expected due to the reviews that I had read. It is a must to turn off the Motion technolgy. Great buy!

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