I selected this TV/Monitor because it has the best combination of size and features for the price and for my situation. I use it as a stand alone TV, plus as a shared monitor for 2 different computers (not at the same time). It handles all the various resolutions with ease, and you can customize variables for each input. Nice! ~ It was easy to carry & to set up by myself. The initial scanning for channels did take a good while. Of course, your mileage may vary! ~ The remote is kind of top heavy because of where the batteries are. It does everything you really need, but you might prefer a different remote. Otherwise, I'm quite pleased with this TV!
Good mid sized TV
Review Date: December 6, 2009
Reviewer: Art E. Misia, USA
This TV got a very good rating in Consumer Reports. Knowing nothing about TVs, I purchased it without really having any idea whether it would live up to its reviews. It was easy to set up, and the picture and sound quality are very good. The viewing angle is worth noting...it's visible from a a very wide angle, unlike a lot of other tvs I've seen. No complaints here.
Great TV
Review Date: January 3, 2010
Reviewer: John Parks, Prattville, AL United States
I bought this TV for our master bedroom to replace a 20" CRT. It is a great set with excellent picture and sound. The one small complaint I have is the print on the on-screen menus is a little hard to read from the bed across the room. This might not be an issue for most people. We have the TV located 16' from the head of the bed. The remote is easy to use. Setup and connection was easy. The set was shipped by J&R and a signature is required for receipt. J&R added extra padding to ensure a safe trip.
Great picture quality!
Review Date: January 19, 2010
Reviewer: Jan,
I ordered this HDTV based on reviews and the price. It is the best quality picture of any HDTV I have seen!
Good deal Lucille!
Review Date: August 1, 2009
Reviewer: Patricia, Minnesota
Consumer Report pointed to this TV so I ordered it when I saw it on a home shopping channel. Then ordered it a couple days later from Amazon when I learned I could refuse delivery on the first TV and not be charged shipping expense! Total saved was $130. I love the TV and a good deal!
7 Widescreen Color Display – TFT LCD @ 480 x 234, Contrast-Ratio – 350 – 1, Brightness – 350 cd/m2
High-Sensitivity NTSC Analog TV Tuning with digital-control
Integrated Telescoping Antenna
Coaxial Antenna Input for use with External Antenna Sources
AV Input for use with Video Games, VCRs, or other AV Sources
Product DescriptionCoby Electronics is a manufacturer of quality consumer electronics products designed to not outstanding performance for value conscious consumers, provide compromise on product performance not. Coby includes new designs with innovative technologies to produce great looking and great performance consumer electronics products. FEATURES: 7 “widescreen TFT LCD color display, High-Sensitivity NTSC TV with Digital Tuning; Integrated telescopic antenna, coaxial ant … More>>
Integrated slot-loading DVD player, DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG compatible
Dual ATSC/NTSC tuners for Digital and Standard TV broadcast reception (DTV-ready
HDMI digital connection for perfect AV signal transmission, HDCP compliance for HDCP content support, AV input jacks for use with media players, DVR/VCRs, video games, and more
15-pin VGA interface for use with computer systems, Full-range stereo speakers (20W), Digital comb filter and noise reduction
V-chip parental control, Closed-Caption, and Electronic Program Guide support, Multi-language on-screen display, Wall-mountable design (VESA 400mm x 200mm)
Was this just a lemon or a major defect?
Review Date: August 18, 2009
Reviewer: Lemonade?, Chicago
I was very eager to receive this TV/DVD because it was one of the only ones to fit my requirements in terms of space, tv/dvd combo and price. It arrived in good shape but since the frame is plastic there were two major impressions where the styrofoam packing braces (designed to hold it securely in the box) dented the frame. Nevertheless, after spending some time (2 hours) trying to understand all the directions for assemblying the few parts, I called the company to disccover that there was a step missing--the process of scanning in the channels before being able to receive the signal. The techie was helpful and walked me through the steps. (I think it would help to have a sheet of simple steps that will take you directly through the whole process from plug in to usage.) I was happy enough with the clarity and brightness of the TV picture and the sound was quite good. However, when I tried to play dvd's--I tried 4--I couldn't get the dvd player (attached) to work. It said "Read" but never showed the picture instead claiming "No Disc" when clearly it had claimed it had read the data. I had trouble retrieving the disc--which after 7 or 8 tries on the "open" option (hidden in the directions) finally was ejected. It would help to use the word "EJECT" rather than "open/close" since there is no indication as to what those words actually refer to. I was very disappointed that the dvd component did not work since it meant sending back the whole unit. Maybe I just got a lemon. I called the Coby company for the second time in three days and they told me to return it which I will do as I purchased it from Amazon. Very disappointing but maybe I will try to get another one--It is certainly not worth the original price of $500+ but may be worth $350. Anyone out there have a good experience with this model?
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1080p Full HD CineSpeed™ Display with Built In ATSC/QAM Digital Tuner for Over-the-Air and Cable-in-the-Clear Digital Tuning
ClearFrame™ 120Hz with 5:5 Pull-Down Option
50,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
3 HDMI™ Digital Inputs with REGZA-LINK®2
PixelPure® 5G 14-Bit Internal Digital Video Processor
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Dolby Digital for movies or concerts in full surround sound
HDMI for full digital High Definition connection
Tv Is great. Location of Power Connector is not.
Review Date: February 3, 2009
Reviewer: L. Washington,
Pros: 4 HDMI Ports. 1080P Adjustable picture format (4:3, 16:9, Automatic) Beautiful picture (Sometimes too realistic!) Decent Sound Easy Menu options Easy but plentiful configuration options. Simple Remote. Cons: No Picture in Picture Location of power cord connection. I couldn't afford two. Other Thoughts: This TV is an incredible value for the price I paid. I had been shopping around for months (since I had a personal financial issue and had to sell my Vizio 42 1080i), but wanted to go with a 1080p, because I plan to buy a BluRay player by the end of the year. I saw this at a local retailer at a really nice price and decided to go with it. I have no regrets, except that I could not afford two.
The picture is SUPERB. In the store, it sat next to a Sony Bravia 40 inch, and the picture was more brilliant, and colorful. I got it home and decided to watch Doomsday on it. WOW. Not to be too graphic, but There was a scene where they used a blood splatter effect. I felt like I needed to get a rag and a bucket. I'll leave it at that. My only big complaint is the location of the power connector. it interferes with my mounting. But i drilled a hole through the plate so no qualms.
GREAT TV!!!
Review Date: January 25, 2009
Reviewer: Chad D. Berry, Baltimore, MD
I didn't buy this TV at Amazon, but I did buy it at Sam's Club. $748.00 at Sam's. Had it for a month so far, with NO issues what-so-ever. Bought it, got it home, set it up.
VERY VERY VERY User Friendly, right out of the box!!!!
No complaints at all. Great picture, great sound, and great value for your money... Will buy this TV again for my bedroom.
Rain Check Offers Great Buy
Review Date: January 5, 2009
Reviewer: D. Bell, Columbus, Ohio
I have been shopping for a 40+ HD 1080P set for a couple of months. I found several for around 799 but none lower. I finally gave up trying to find a less expensive TV and tried to purchase a Phillips set from Target. They informed me that they were out of stock on this tv which was on sale for 799 a 12% discount from the regular price. I went ahead and asked for a rain check. When I got it I noticed that I could apply the discount to any similar product. I had also been looking a the Magnavox which was the same price as the Phillips was on sale. After applying the discount the new price was 699, 100 dollars less so I jumped at it.
As for the picture I am very happy and would certainly buy it again. This rain cloud had a silver lining,
Great HDTV For Regular People...
Review Date: February 2, 2010
Reviewer: C. Alvarado, Mission, TX USA
This Is a great tv; my parents love it...but they cant tell the difference of 720p or 1080p....The Box is misleading also...Im going to return mine because it doesnt specifically say that its actually a "1080p True HD"......Research people between the Term "True HD and Full HD"...Personally this Tv aint for me...
Cheap TV with problems!
Review Date: January 26, 2009
Reviewer: J. Penegar, Pee Dee, SC
I purchased this TV last week at Sam's Club for $747. Two days later the price dropped to $697. My initial reaction to the TV was positive. I was surprised to find an extra set of HDMI connections on the side of the TV. The box stated 3 sets when there was actually 4. I connected it to my HD cable box via component video and switched it on. I thought the picture was excellent (initially).
Later when I tried to connect my Surround Sound System, I had my first issue. I had been using an RCA audio out from my prior TV. This TV didn't have one. No big deal really, I would simply connect a different way.
After a few hours of TV watching, I had something happen that really made me question the quality of this TV. All of a sudden, a loud static sound (at full volume) screeched from the TV. The volume control had no effect on the sound. I rebooted the TV and all "seemed" OK.
I started researching this TV for this problem online and found several reports of this on forums. Apparently there had been many issues with this TV that had been corrected with fifteen different firmware updates. Now... why would a company release a product for sale that has required fifteen firmware updates and apparently still has issues???? My TV did have the latest version, so my issue had not been addressed.
I was still OK with the TV if it didn't happen again. Well, the next night while watching suddenly... the horrid static sound rang out again. Also, the picture seemed to jump around frequently trying to auto resize. Needless to say, I boxed the TV back up and returned it to Sam's Club.
I swapped it for a Vizio XVT 120hz 42" that Sam's had just dropped the price to $797. There is no comparison in these TV's. The Vizio has 120hz, more connections including the audio out, PIP, a better build, better picture, and better sound. The picture does not wander like the Magnavox.
If I were you, I'd stay away from the Magnavox. It's cheap... but in the case of this TV, you get what you pay for. So far, I would highly recommend the Vizio SV420XVT for just slightly more.
Product Description26 “LCD HDTV, built-in DVD with Progressive Scan, Integrated ATSC Qam tuner, 1366 x 768p Hig Def razor resolution, 800:1 contrast ratio for sharp clear picture performance, VGA to connect to your PC, 2 HDMI inputs for the best and easiest HD connection, two component video inputs and 2-S-video input, 160 degree viewing angle. . . More>>
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
Great LCD, great picture, easy set up!
Review Date: April 24, 2009
Reviewer: Online Shopper, Northern California
This LG product is a snap to set up; no configuration necessary. Once set up, you can adjust everything and anything with their super simple menus. The picture is perfect, especially with Blue Ray application. The up conversion from DVDs - to - regular TV reception is also extremely good. The sound is great (for TV speakers) - much better than my old Sony. This is also a new product from LG, so I was a bit hesitant to purchase without seeing any reviews. We were orginally going to buy a Samsung - but with all the benefits compared, this was a great buy! I would recommend the LG 42LH40 to anyone! Everyone who has seen this TV has complimented on its style and great picture!
Great TV, Futureproofed Purchase
Review Date: October 19, 2009
Reviewer: Joshua Hattersley, Berkeley, CA
This is a spectacular TV.
As my first HDTV purchase, I did a lot of research going in. Plasmas are a bit cheaper, but due to concerns about burn-in (as I'm using the set with a Home Theater PC, which has a number of static elements that are often on-screen) I decided I wanted to go with an LCD panel. Then came the questions of brand, size, and features. LG is very well-reviewed, looked great in the store, and has a better reputation than, say, Phillips or Vizio. (This is not to say all the panels from the latter manufacturers seemed poor, but they definitely appear to use cheaper components.) 42" is a great middle-high size point, not so huge that it won't fit in a smallish apartment like mine, yet big enough to really feel sizable. And, as for features, this really has most of the bells and whistles one could ever want, including 120Hz playback for Blu-ray content.
The TV has a nice smattering of inputs--I have it hooked up via HDMI to my HTPC--and looks great. It has a very subdued aesthetic, with a glossy bezel (that, yes, will attract fingerprints, but wipes off easily with the included cleaning cloth) and a fairly unobtrusive idle/power light. The on-screen display is very well thought out and easy to navigate, with coherent groupings of the various settings, and quick access to some of the more commonly accessed on a special "Quick Menu". The built-in sound is good for a TV, but they're still built-in speakers, so don't expect anything mind-blowing here (or on any TV, really).
And, lastly, it looks great. It has a wonderful built-in calibration program that really has resulted in a very balanced picture. It also has good energy saving and brightness features, easily accessible via a dedicated button the remote, so you can drop down the brightness to 25 or 50% if it's too bright. It also has an auto-sensing feature for brightness (much like the feature seen on Apple laptop displays), though I found I tend to prefer it a little brighter than the auto-sensing feature would dictate.
All in all, an easy five stars. Highly recommended, especially given the 120Hz proofs you for the future. And, as an aside, don't waste money on a 240Hz TV. You've already got 5:5 pulldown with Blu-ray (24p, which divides into 120Hz evenly but not into the usual 60Hz). It took a while for me to be sold on 120Hz as a worthwhile factor in making my purchasing decision, but 240Hz really is more of a marketing ploy than anything.
Amazing TV! (I also explain LG's "120hz" TruMotion option, which is different from 120hz refresh rate.)
Review Date: December 6, 2009
Reviewer: DeAd MiKe, Brooklyn
As an owner of a previous LCD and a Plasma, I have to say, this HDTV completely blows the others away in all aspects. The speaker system is pretty amazing (most things can be watched in the 20's volume range - this set goes up to 100!), and it's virtual surround sound isn't bad at all (when watching movies, I put the sound on Cinema mode, with the treble and bass turned all the way up). The auto-volume is also a nice feature. No more crazy-loud commercials! This feature fixes that issue by normalizing the commercials to a lower volume.
I want to draw special attention to the 120hz function of the TV, which is buried in the expert settings of the video options. LG advertises this feature as 'TruMotion 120hz', but the option in the menu simply states "120hz." This can cause some confusion for some people. Let me explain what is going on. This TV will refresh at 120hz, no matter what - which is exactly what you want it to do. The 120hz option in the menu that I am referring to has nothing to do with that - is not really turning 120hz on or off. The name of the option is misleading. It really should be called "TruMotion" (as LG calls it, rather than just "120hz" - which implies that you are changing the refresh rate. Samsung refers to the feature as "Auto Motion Plus.") To make a long story short, this feature has to do with frame interpolation, not refresh rate. You will find that this setting should be OFF for films (unless you want the frame rate to look "weird" and more like video instead of film) and either on LOW or HIGH (depending on your preference) for sports and video games - basically, you want the feature on for things that are shot at 60 frames per second, and off for films, which are shot at 24 frames per second. There are some times when the 120h setting can be tolerated on LOW for films, but after a while, you will just find yourself thinking that it looks a little too "weird," and too realistic - NOT film-like. Keep the RealCinema option on (which makes 24-frame film look better). The TV will know if something is 24fps or 60fps, and will adjust accordingly. So, don't think that you have to turn that feature off when you're watching sports. You don't. Just keep it on and the TV will know when it needs to use it.
This TV only needed some MINOR calibration to make the brightness/colors what they should be. I had to heavily calibrate my other HDTVs, but this one only needed a little calibration to have perfectly accurate colors. It has 4 HDMI ports (more than I would ever need!), an optical audio port, and some analog ports (which I won't ever need to use, considering it has 4 HDMI ports!). I can't wait to purchase a Blu-Ray home theater system to compliment this new TV, but LG has decided that Europe and Korea are the only places that deserve their RESPECTABLE Blu-Ray home theater in a box systems. The two they released here in the US do not play DivX or MKV files via a USB stick (the standalone LG BD390 does, but I want the feature to be included in a home theater system, like they have released overseas). Hopefully LG will release the good systems in their 2010 lineup.
Now, back to the TV. I really don't have too much else to say, because everything else is pretty perfect. The menus are easy to navigate, switching inputs is easy, and there is a "quick menu" button on the remote that makes it easy to switch between video and audio modes without having the giant menu on the screen while you do it. I want to stress how happy I am with the speakers, once more. While I need to have surround sound when I get my inevitable Blu-Ray player, I have no problem with the built-in speakers. They are easily the best built-in speakers I've ever had the pleasure of listening to. Did I mention that there is also an option that makes the human voice higher than the background noise (for those films with poor audio, or those people watching that don't care much for bass and just want to hear the dialog). This feature disables the virtual surround sound (which I believe was also disabled by default, so make sure you go and turn that on if you want to really enjoy the speakers) because it lowers everything that is not on the same frequency of the human voice. I was skeptical at first, but it really works, and it works well. But, since my hearing is good, I don't need to use this feature yet, so I will stick to the built in virtual surround sound system that the TV comes with (which, on cinema mode with the bass and treble turned up all the way sounds really amazing).
In closing, amazing LCD HDTV. I highly recommend this item.
Great value, excellent LCD for bright rooms
Review Date: October 1, 2009
Reviewer: Brian, Chicago, IL
Very happy with this TV after three weeks of use. Wanted a decently priced LCD for my family room which gets a good amount of sunlight (even with blinds closed). LG 42LH40 didn't disappoint! We primarily use the set for television (AT&T Uverse) and Xbox 360 games/Netflix. HD sports are outstanding and Xbox games are razor sharp. I've seen virtually no motion blur from either input.
Setup was simple, plug in the HDMI cables and go. Training the Uverse remote to control the set was painless. Colors were outstanding out of the box in "Natural" mode and the automatic tuning wizard was very easy to follow.
Only small negative so far is mediocre black level. It's noticeable at night when watching a movie, but I've never been distracted by it. Several "professional" reviews knock this set for black levels but I honestly don't see the big deal. If you want deep blacks, buy a plasma.
Definitely recommend this set to anyone looking for a great value in the 40" LCD range. Amazon ordering and shipping were great. Shipping company called to confirm my selected appointment and showed up on time.
LG 42LH40 is everything I hoped for...
Review Date: August 10, 2009
Reviewer: CarolinaGuy, Columbia, SC
I've had this tv for about 4 months now and it is everything I wanted in an HDTV. The picture is crystal clear out of the box and even though you are suppose to calibrate these tvs, I haven't had a need to do so. I wanted at least a 42 inch HDTV, LCD (to avoid plasma glare), 120 HZ to avoid motion blur, and under $1300. I looked at a few Samsungs and Sonys but both brands go from 40 inches to 46. I also considered a 46 inch Sharp but wasn't impressed with the video quality. So the LG 42LH40 is what I bought.
The screen is bright and beatiful and sports in high-def look amazing. The menus are clear and intuitive which makes changing settings a breeze. The remote isn't anything fancy but I do like the large input button that allows you to quickly switch between devices by displaying large icons that represents your inputs with the active inputs in color. The tv has a on off indicator on the lower right hand side that glows blue when off and red when on. This light also does a little Knight Rider type animation when the tv has been turned on and is warming up. Blue-Ray movies give you the best picture, then high-def tv, then upconverted dvds, then standard-def tv. Standard-def looks pretty crummy but that is to be expected on any large HDTV. Sound is also pretty darn good to be coming from built speakers.
Overall Pros - Picture, menus, # of inputs, sound, style
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Includes removable stand; measures 41.65 x 28.50 x 12.95 inches with stand
Product DescriptionThe ZV650 TV series is set to the next level of image quality, design, LCD, and functions. ClearScan ™ 240 raises the bar for a razor sharp picture with time-lapse video made by the Deep Lagoon ™ design a new stage of the design represents elegance, and the long list of new features and next-gen connectivity are more than you ever could be expected. . . . More>>
Really nice 32" 1080p LCD TV/Monitor
