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LG 42LC7D LCD HDTV, Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote Control, VuePoint FPM50b Large tilt mount for 30-52 TVs Now Just  $999.99 (Bundle)

LG 42LC7D LCD HDTV
The LG 42LC7D delivers true 178º viewing angle with consistent contrast and color - even while viewing at the most extreme angles. It’s Super IPS Technology Reduces common distortion and blurring caused by fast motion video.

LG Simplink
The LG 42LC7D also has LG Simplink, which allows for convenient control of other LG SimpLink products using the existing HDMI connection.

LG’S Exclusive XD Engine
Six distinct processes contribute to picture improvement. LG’s XD Engine takes the low resolution of analog signals to near HD levels by improving brightness, contrast, detail and enhancing color as well as reducing signal noise. This total solution results in cinema-like high resolution images.

Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote Control
The Logitech Harmony 550 Remote Control brings Logitech smarts to your home theater. Access your entire Home Entertainment system with just the push of a button! No more juggling remote controls for different components. The Harmony 550 Universal remote sends the right commands to all of your equipment, so you don’t have to switch between controls or remember a sequence of buttons. A brightly lit LCD screen and easy to use controls tell you what you want to know. Want to watch a DVD? Just choose that activity, and all the necessary components power on at your disposal. You can even get online updates for your remote. Make your home theater easy again with the Logitech Harmony 550 Remote Control.

VuePoint FPM50b Large tilt mount for 30-52 TVs
The VuePoint FPM50b Low Profile Flat Panel Plasma Wall Mount offers strong, stable support for your LCD display. With its rigid, Solid heavy-gauge steel construction, the VuePoint FPM50b can safely hold up to 130 pounds. And its Durable powder-coated finish matches the look and feel of today’s modernistic computer monitors. The versatile and durable VuePoint FPM50b is the perfect wall mount for most 30" to 52" flat panel displays. And it’s affordably priced to fit your budget.

Specifications

Display Area:  42"     Contrast Ratio:  8000:1     Resolution:  1366 x 768     Input Video Signal:  ATSC     QAM     NTSC     Compatibility:  VESA (600 mm X 400 mm)     Speakers:  2     Inputs:  RS-232     S-Video     Component In     RGB     HDMI In     Composite Video In     PC Audio In, RF Input     Input Terminals Video:  S-Video     Composite, Component In, RGB, HDMI, RF Input     Outputs:  Digital Audio Out     Power Consumption:  210W     Unit Dimensions (WxHxD):  40.7" x 27" x 3.5"     Dimensions With Stand:  40.7" x 29.5" x 11.1"     Unit Weight:  55.1 lbs.

Features

• 1366 x 768p Resolution
• 8,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• ATSC/NTSC/QAM Clear Tuner
• XD Engine
• 178º True Wide Viewing Angle
• Super IPS Technology
• SRS TruSurround XT
• LG SimpLink
• 2 HDMI™ with HDCP

Amazon: LG Electronics 42LC7D 42" 720p Flat Panel LCD HDTV $999.06

LG Electronics is one of the world’s largest electronics manufacturers, producing a large range of consumer electronics and IT products. LG has created reputation for progressive technology and innovation with the latest technological developments in consumer electronics, home appliances and IT products.PRODUCT FEATURES:1366 x 768p Resolution;ATSC/NTSC/QAM Clear Tuner;XD Engine;178? True Wide Viewing Angle;Super IPS Technology;SRS TruSurround XT;LG SimpLink;2 HDMI with HDCP.

I felt like I had to chime in with a positive review to counter the only other review that existed for this set. And it’s not because I don’t believe the other user who gave the one-star review to this set, but because I’m here to say that such behavior for this TV does not appear to be typical. I know another person who has had this TV since June and has yet to experience a single issue with it. Assuming that the board failure/power problems never occur on my set (I’ve owned this set for about a month now), it’s far and away a fantastic TV that rivals anything from more well-known makes like Sony, Samsung or Sharp.

In fact, I’d go out on a limb and say that with a little bit of picture tweaking, this set produces a much more satisfying and more film-like, less exaggerated picture when playing DVDs or Blu-ray discs than my other LCD TV, a Samsung.

The 5ms response time is noticeably better for playing video games, as I used to notice a very slight amount of motion blur when playing fast-paced online video games like Resistance on PS3. Not anymore with this LG set.

This set performs well enough with standard definition content. I’m not sure if this is because of its advertised "XD" engine or what not, but I don’t feel dissapointed by its performance. But HD is a whole other story. When viewing HD content this set performs on par or better with any Sony or Samsung HDTV, both of which I have owned.

The remote if functional but nothing special. If you’re like me this is a non-issue because I use my cable box remote as a universal one.

This set seems ideal for a viewing distance of between 7 and 10 feet. At this distance, you really feel immersed in what you are watching. If you must sit closer or desire a larger display, you’d probably be better serviced going with the added resolution of 1080p. But at this screen size and viewing distance, 720p remains a fantastic choice.

If I have any negatives to offer for this set, they are minor. Two HDMI and two component connections may be enough for now, but not in the future. An easy work around is to get a HDMI switcher hub that will allow for more HDMI connections.

Also, the black levels and contrast performs brilliantly if you’re sitting directly in front of the TV, up to about 60 degrees either direction off center. But people sitting on the extreme sides of the set, about 100 degrees or more, will probably see a noticeable loss of contrast. My Samsung LCD that I moved upstairs handled extreme viewing angles better.

But, if you’re like me, you spend most of your movie and game time sitting directly in front of the set, and at this position I find no fault with the picture. Blacks are black and brights, with a little tweaking, are just intense enough to not be overpowering. As I said, it looks very much like the picture you would get in high quality movie theater. Hues are muted just enough to be very realistic. It’s a very Sony-like picture (you Sony owners know what I’m talking about), and much more natural looking than the often oversaturated colors (even with adjustments) that I get from my Sammy LCD upstairs.

Topping it off, this set is Energy Star compliant and even has really good speakers, if you choose to not use a separate home theater system.

I do not regret this purchase one bit, and based on this experience would buy from LG again.

Hopefully no hardware issues rear their ugly heads in the near future, but as of this moment, I couldn’t be happier.

Good decision,By Chris December 2, 2007

This unit is in some demand, with the belated discounts, and was lucky to find one (a 70 mile commute). I agree with online comments about the 1080p/720p issues; the incoming signal is more of a determining factor than the receiving unit in terms of image quality. Conclusion: a good 720p lcd-HD tv should do extremely well. Case in point; this one! Discovery HD broadcasts are particulary stunning, and other "nature" productions (e.g. "Exploring North Carolina" on PBS HD in my area). Combined with my AV receiver/surround setup, the unit not only lights up the room in a big way (and the sleek black finish is a nice complement too), but the sound completes it.

Terrible picture from high-quality sources,By Jay Jakosk February 3, 2008

I couldn’t believe how dark and muddy the picture was on this TV. I tried with the HDMI and component from a high-quality Sony system. HDMI certainly looked a lot better and I could scale the image to the native resolution of the TV and it still looked awful. Adjusting brightness and contrast just washed out the picture and made all the blacks gray.

Have had MAJOR SCREEN PROBLEMS ,By  Tommywood June 28, 2008

I am happy that most people who gave good reviews for this tv are happy, sadly I am not one of them. I bought this tv back in march 2008. two months later, a red vertical line showed up on the screen. I called Lg since of course it is under warranty and they sent a repairman to diagnos the problem. turns out the entire screen had to be replaced. so, they replaced the screen and that very night, I notice two purple spots as well as 3-4 other shadowing spots on the screen, this really angers me because the second screen was ordered directly from LG. I am in the process of trying to get a refund and I want to get another brand of tv. I am sorry , I have heard that LG products are good but In my case , it has been nothing but a bad experience and I cannnot recommend this tv.