Pros
- Very fast pixel response time
- Easy to access inputs
Cons
- Difficult menus
- Lackluster picture
At A Glance
Promising specs--including 1080p, a fast pixel response time, and HDMI 1.3--don't add up to a superb picture.
Manufacturer’s Description
The LG 42LB5D 42" LCD HDTV is an excellent gateway into the world of high definition. By using 6 distinct processes through the XD Engine, it is able to take low-resolution signals and improve them to near-HD levels by improving brightness, clarity and detail. It also uses super IPS technology to reduce common distortion and blurring caused by fast-motion video and features an incredibly wide 178 degree viewing angle. This powerful 42" model is able to accurately display even 1080p signals at full resolutions, giving you ultrarealistic images that will surely blow your mind. Step boldly into the future and make this HDTV a part of your home theater system.
The Specs
| Ports and Connections | |
|---|---|
| Composite | Composite (Input x2) |
| HDMI |
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| Audio Input | RCA Audio (Input x3) |
| S-Video-In |
|
| DVI | Yes |
| Audio Output | RCA Audio (Output) |
| Audio Digital Optical | Digital Optical Audio (Output x2) |
| Component Video | Component (Input x2) |
| Video Interfaces | Coaxial (Input) |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 40.7 inches |
| Depth | 3.5 inches |
| Height | 11.1 inches |
| Weight | 60.6 pounds |
| Display | |
| Contrast ratio | 10,000 |
| Brightness | 500.0 lumens |
| Broadcast Format Supported |
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| Display size | 42.0 inches |
| Display type | LCD |
| Horizontal viewing angle | 178.0 â |
| Vertical viewing angle | 178.0 â |
| Response time | 5.0 |
