Was $999.99 LG 42LG30 LCD HDTV - 42", 720p, 16:9, 1366 x 768, HDMI Now Just $649.99 (US)
LG 42LG30 LCD HDTV
Harness the power of this LCD HDTV’s XD image processing engine and 20W speaker system with SRS TruSurround XT for cinematic visuals and sound that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Clear voice technology reduces background noise for crystal-clear dialogue quality.
HD RESOLUTION
High definition television is the highest performance segment of the DTV system used in the US. It’s a wide screen, high-resolution video image, coupled with multi-channel, compact-disc quality sound.
AV MODE
LG HDTVs include 3 AV Modes, preset to optimize picture and sound settings based on “Cinema”, “Sports” or “Game” content. AV Modes can be easily set with a convenient button on the remote control.
CLEAR VOICE TECHNOLOGY
Automatically enhances and amplifies the sound of human voice frequency range to provide high-quality dialogue when background noise swells.
INVISIBLE SPEAKER SYSTEM
LG’s 2008 line of TVs include a unique invisible speaker system, tuned by renowned audio expert, Mr. Mark Levinson. Speakers are embedded in strategic spots behind the front cabinet and use minute vibrations to turn the entire front bezel into the speaker system. The result is a clean, polished look, and enhanced audio by increasing the “sweet spot”, giving a wider and richer sound field.
LG SIMPLINK
Allows for convenient control of other LG SimpLink products using the existing HDMI connection.
LG 42LG30 Specifications
| GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Screen Size Class | 42" (42.0" Diagonal) |
| Native Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 12,000:1 |
| Response Time (G to G) | 6.2ms |
| Brightness | 500 cd/m2 |
| Viewing Angle | 178º / 178º |
| Life Span (Typical) | 60,000 hr |
| Built-in Tuner | • (ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM ) |
| HDMI™/HDCP Input | • (3 v1.3) |
| Cabinet Color | Glossy Piano black |
| Limited Warranty | 1 Year Parts/Labor |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | |
| SimpLink™ | • |
| A/V Input Navigation | • |
| Auto Navigation | • |
| Input Labeling | • |
| Quick View (Previous Channel) | ? (VCR, DVD, Blu ray, HD DVD, Set Top Box, Satellite, Cable Box, Game, PC) |
| Parental Control w/V-Chip | • |
| Key Lock | • |
| Closed Caption | • |
| Trilingual Menus (English/Spanish/French) | • |
| EZ Menus (High Performance Interface) | 3 (English, Spanish, French) |
| Channel Add/Delete | • |
| Favorite Channel | • |
| Auto Clock | • |
| Manual Clock | • |
| On/Off Timer | • |
| Sleep Timer | • |
| Auto Off (When no video is present) | • |
| VIDEO | |
| XD Engine™ | • |
| Pure Black Level | • |
| 1080P Source Input | HDMI 60p/30p/24p; Component 60p/30p/24p; RGB 60p |
| AV Mode (Picture & Sound) | • (Cinema / Sports / Game) |
| Just Scan (1:1 Pixel Matching) | • |
| Digital Comb Filter | • (3D) |
| Color Temperature Control (# of Modes) | • (Cool, Medium, Warm, User) |
| Aspect Ratio Adjustment (# of Modes) | 6 Modes |
| Enhanced Noise Reduction (Video Noise Filter) | • (3D & MPEG) |
| Enhanced Line Doubler | • |
| 3:2 Pull-down Correction | • |
| Picture Selection Mode (# of Modes) | 7 Modes |
| Picture Reset | • |
| DTV Signal Strength Indicator | • |
| Black Stretcher (Black Level Enhancer) | • |
| REAR INPUTS/OUTPUTS | |
| RF In (Antenna/Cable) | • (1) |
| L/R Audio/Composite Video In | • (1) |
| L/R Audio Out | • (Audio Only) |
| S-Video In | • (1) |
| HD Component Video In (Y,Pb,Pr) + L/R Audio | • (2) |
| Coaxial Digital Audio Out | • (1 Optical) |
| Optical Digital Audio Out | • (1 Optical) |
| HDMI™/HDCP Input | • (2 v1.3) |
| RGB In (D-Sub 15pin) - PC | • (1) |
| PC Audio Input | • (1) |
| Remote Control In (IR) | • (1) |
| RS-232c In (Control/Service) | • (1) |
| SIDE INPUTS/OUTPUTS | |
| HDMI™/HDCP Input | • (1 v1.3) |
| L/R Audio/Composite Video In | • (1) |
| HD Component Video In (Y,Pb,Pr) + L/R Audio | • (2) |
| USB 2.0 | • (1 Service Only) |
| AUDIO | |
| Audio Output Power (Watts - THD 10%) | 10W + 10W |
| Speaker System Details | Invisible Speaker 2 Way 4 Speaker |
| SRS TruSurround XT™ | • |
| Dolby® Digital Decoder | • |
| Clear Voice | • |
| Mono/Stereo/Dual (MTS/SAP) | • |
| Bass/Treble/Balance Controls | • |
| Sound Mode (# Modes) | 5 Modes (Standard, Music, Cinema, Sports, Game) |
| Mute | • |
| CABINET/ACCESSORIES | |
| Swivel Stand | • (20º / 20º) |
| VESA® Compatible | • |
| POWER | |
| Consumption (Typical) | 226W |
| Stand-by Consumption | 1W • |
| Energy Star Compliant | • |
| DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT | |
| Dimensions w/out Stand (W x H x D) | 40.7" x 26.4" x 3.6" |
| Weight w/ out Stand | 46.3 |
| Dimensions w/ Stand (W x H x D) | 40.7" x 29.2" x 11.6" |
| Weight w/ Stand | 52 |
| Packaging Dimensions (W x H x D) | 52.4" x 30.4" x 10.1" |
| Weight in Package | 63.1 |
LG 42LG30 Detailed Features
Buy It LG 42LG30 LCD HDTV - 42", 720p, 16:9, 1366 x 768, HDMI Now Just $649.99
- 720p HD Resolution
- 12,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
- 2x HDMI™ V.1.3
- AV Mode (Cinema, Sports, Game)
- Clear Voice
- LG SimpLink™ Connectivity
- Invisible Speaker System
- Expert Mode
- PC Input
LG 42LG30 LCD HDTV User Reviews
REVIEW BY: ez1dog2 Reviewed Sep 06, 2008
I’ve had this set for over a month.A great entry-level unit.The 42lg30 has many inputs for all your HD toys and a fantastic PQ.U won’t find the color tweaking in a lot of higher end tv’s.Great ”BANG FOR BUCK”.On the negative side,as with most lcd’s there is a bit of back-light bleeding(almost too much to bare)& off angle viewing offers a washed out PQ.All and All great for the price.Can be found at lower$$$$.
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Upon further review,I really like this LCD.Plenty of inputs and 3HDMI’S,so don’t be confused.There’s not a lot of feedback as of yet on the 42lg30.I’ve used calibration settings for the 42lg50(AVS FORUM)with great results,and a little personal tweaking.Not to upset 6500kelvin.
As with most LCD’s there is some backlight bleeding on darker scenes and off angle veiwing is a bit washed out on my set.Prompting me to return the first set.Both sets were about the same PQ-wise (great)HD cable and Philips 5982 upconversion dvd player.Let me tell U this is not your everyday 720p LCD.WELL….GO GET IT!!!!
This is the 2nd LG monitor/TV I own and see absolutely no reason not to buy LG again. Picture is excellent, even with non HD programming. Of course the quality of your non-HD programming depends on the feed… so thats really negligible.
If you’re looking for an excellent mid-range priced HDTV then this is the one to get.
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