LG is a Korean manufacturer of TVs. The company has a reputation for producing high spec models at affordable prices.

The first thing that strikes you about the LG 42LH5000 is the great design. In particular a thin transparent edge around the screens gloss black bezel surround. It looks good.

The 42LH5000 offers an array of features that are not usually found in a TV at this price level. It has Full HD – with a top of the range 1080pLCD panel. It also has 200Hx video processing which means it shows frames at 200 frames per second – better than most.

It has LG’s XD Engine which enables you to tweak all manner of colour, contrast, black level settings, etc, to get the picture quality you want.

The LG 42LH5000 has no less than four HDMI connections, a USB one and an RS-232 Jack for connecting to an external AV system.

As with all flat screen TVs, the sound quality on the 42LH5000 is not outstanding. You may wish to add a surround sound system at some point to enable the sound output to match the great pictures that the LG 42LH5000 produces.

Check out the UK cheapest LG 42LH5000 price in our price comparison table.

Manufacturers and researchers have been working very hard to meet the demand of consumers for an affordable LCD television. The LG 42LH5000 which is a 42″ LCD television has now be made available to users at a price that makes it a cost effective purchase for most people. This television has many of the features and functions of the more expensive models in addition to some that those televisions do not have.

The 42LH5000 television is not as heavy as a plasma television of the same size. Therefore, it is more easily mounted on wall brackets. It has a black finish with a curvature that allows one to view it from any angle. It contains an invisible system so that one is not required to purchase optional theatre speakers.

3 HDMI inputs provide a smooth connection on the LG 42LH5000 and external ports are located in the front of the television as well as the back to allow convenience and ease of use. The intelligent sensor system controlling a 1920×1080 pixel screen automatically adjusts the picture. This significantly reduces the energy costs of other types of flat screen television.

The 42LH5000 system calculates 3 frames of data for every one live frame. This provides a smooth and fluid motion and transition. Some other models do not calculate movement and the picture on the screen will seem stilted at times. There is a very high picture quality and adjustable back light allowing the picture to be seen without interference.

This 42LH5000 television is an 80, 000:1 contrast ratio. This is far greater than most other televisions on the market. In addition it has full HD native resolution. The LG 42LH5000 uses advances design processes to give distinct edgest and accurate motion on pictures. In addition, the picture has a sensor to maintain proportionate image which makes wide screen viewing more pleasurable.

Some of the features found on the LG 42LH5000 that are not found on other televisions is the ability to play back MP3, JPEG, and other files and videos. This is accomplished with the secure digital carder reader that is included in the system. There is also a USB port which allows one to connect remotely to the television. For BluRay playback the television has come equipped with a 24p Cinema Real system.

There are extremely clear graphics and easy to read controls and instructions on the menu. The menu is also organized very well and has instructions embedded on setting up and using the remote control. For people who may have a problem understanding manuals for remote controls, the LG 42LH5000 has removed the necessity of the manual.

As with other flat screen televisions, the LG 42LH5000 does not have the traditional TruMotion 100Hz mode which reduces glare on the screen. One can purchase a glare-resistant film for the screen to take care of this issue.

Whenever a person is considering making a major investment in electronic equipment it is important to discuss their needs with a professional who can explain details and specifics about the performance of the product. The LG 42LH5000 has many unique features that make it attractive. However one will want to make sure that it can meet their needs.

The LG 42LH5000 is a 42inch LCD TV with a Full HD 1080p panel. It offers a particularly good specification for the money, with a 200 frames per second screen, 4 HDMi connectors and other ports as well as the Full High Definition display itself.

Considering the 42LH5000? To help you decide, we have a 42LH5000 Review together with the 42LH5000 Specification. In addition we have the cheapest 42LH5000 Price from top UK retailers such as Dixons and Currys.

DISPLAY
Screen size (in.)42Display TypeLCDFull HD (1080p)YesResolution1920 x 1080Brightness (cd/m2)500Contrast Ratio80,000:1TruMotion™YesColors Reproduction (R,G,B) Bit10Life Span (hr)60,000
VIDEO
HDMI4Aspect Ratio Correction8modes (16:9/Just scan/Original/4:3/14:9/Zoom/ Cinema Zoom/full wide)Just ScanHDMI/Component: 1080i / 1080p / 720pEye Care (Anti Dazzling)YesAV Mode (Cinema/Game/Sport)Yes
AUDIO
Audio Output10W + 10WSpeaker System2 Way 4 SpeakersDolby Digital DecoderYesSurround SystemSRS TrussurondSound Status Mode5 modes (Standard/Music/Cinema/Game/Sport)Clear VoiceYes (Clear Voice II)
DVR
Recording Time (HD/SD)No/No
USB 2.0
System UpgradeYesMP3YesJPEGYesMPEG 2/4DivX
DVD PLAYER
SPECIAL FEATURES
XD EngineYesIntelligent SensorYesEPG(SI)8 Dayse-ManualYesEnergy Saving recommendedYes1080P Source InputHDMI 60p/50p/30p/24p Component 60p/50pQuick ViewYesParental ControlYesChild LockYesSub TitleYesSimpLink (HDMI-CEC)YesImage controlYesClock On/ Off TimeYesClock Sleep TimerYes
JACK PACK (SIDE)
AV In1HDMI In1( HDMI ver 1.3 + Deep color)USB 2.01(JPEG/MP3/Dvix)CI slot1Headphone Out1
JACK PACK (REAR)
RF In1Full Scart1(TV out)Half Scart1(MNT/DTV Out)Component in (Y,Pb,Pr) + Audio1(480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p)- 1080p : 60p/50pDigital Audio Out (Coaxial/ Optical)1(Optical)HDMI/HDCP InputVer. 1.3 + Deep Color 3(480p/576p/720p/1080i/1080p)- 1 Port PC ModeRGB In (D-sub 15pin) – PC1PC Audio Input1LAN (For Modem)1RS-232C (Control / SVC)1(For Service & Control)
POWER
Consumption (Typical W)210Stand-by (Cable card on)under 1wDC Off (W)0.1
WEIGHT (KG)
SET (w/o stand kg)17.2Including stand (kg)19.0
DIMENSIONS – WXHXD (MM)
SET (w/o stand) (mm)1052.2 x 657.3 x 89.8Including stand (mm)1052.2 x 719.1 x 296.2
CABINET DESCRIPTION
Front Cabinet StyleGlossy (Blue Deco)Stand style / color / Glare)Round/Black/GlareSwivel (angle)Yes

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