Product Description

52" LCD TV HD Montior, 1080p FULL HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, 120HZ TruMotion, 15,000:1 Contrast Ratio, ATSC/NTSC/Clearn QAM - 1 Tuner, XD Engine, 178 True Wide Viewing Angle, SRS TruSurroundXT, 4 HDMI, USB 2.0, includes table stand

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #34676 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Gloss Black
• Brand: LG
• Model: 52LG70
• Dimensions: 33.30" h x 50.60" w x 5.10" l, 79.60 pounds
• Display size: 52

Features

• LCD HDTV features an elegant & distinctive lower edge tear drop 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
• ISFccc caple of professional calibration for picture performance
• Invisible speaker system for richer more balanced sound & a polished look
• 15,000:1 Dynamic contrast ratio

From the Manufacturer
The LG70 series are the ideal HDTVs for home theater enthusiasts. If they prove one thing, it’s that nobody demands more from LG products than LG itself.

Key Features

• Full HD 1080p Resolution
• 15,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• TruMotion 120Hz
• 4x HDMI V.1.3 with Deep Color
• Intelligent Sensor
• 24p Real Cinema
• AV Mode (Cinema, Sports, Game)
• Clear Voice
• LG SimpLink Connectivity
• Invisible Speaker System
• USB 2.0 (JPEG, MP3)
• ISFccc

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Full HD 1080p Resolution
Displays HDTV programs in full 1920 x 1080p resolution for a more detailed picture.

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XD Engine

LG's proprietary XD Engine technology takes low-resolution analog signals to near high-definition levels, providing better overall picture quality and an enhanced viewing experience. XD Engine encompasses six distinct processes that help to improve brightness, enhance detail, apply more accurate color and reduce noise, among other benefits.

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AV Mode
The AV Mode optimizes the picture into Cinema, Sports, and game Mode according to the video and audio content. The viewer has the ability to quickly choose the correct mode for the picture they are viewing.

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Intelligent Sensor

Unlike other sensors which can only sense brightness of ambient light, LG’s “Intelligent Sensor” uses 4,096 sensing steps to evaluate its surroundings. Using a sophisticated algorithm, the LG processes picture quality elements including brightness, contrast, color, sharpness and white balance. The result is a picture optimized for it’s surroundings, more pleasing to watch and which can also save up to 50% in power consumption.

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TruMotion 120Hz

Advance 120Hz panel provides clearer, smoother images, even during fast action scenes creating a more stable structure for a crisper picture.

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24p Real Cinema
Hi-def movies run at 24 frames per second, the speed that they were originally filmed in, making your home-cinema experience one step closer to a “Real Cinema” experience.

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Fine-Tuned Natural Sound

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. Clear Voice Technology automatically enhances and amplifies the sound of human voice frequency range to help keep dialogue audible when background noise swells.

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ISFccc Calibration Ready

Your LG HDTV will look great right out of the box, but also contains the detailed adjustment capabiliyt necessary for professional calibration to Imaging Science Foundation specifications. The resulting ISF "day" and "night" modes will then picture performance customized to the user's specific environment.

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LG SimpLink
Allows for convenient control of other LG SimpLink products using the existing HDMI connection.

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HDMI 1.3 with Deep Color
HDMI 1.3 supports 30-bit, 36-bit and 48-bit (RGB or YCbCr) colour depths. Previous versions of the HDMI specification only supported 24-bit colour depth.

• Eliminates on-screen colour banding, for smooth tonal transitions and subtle gradations between colours
• Enables increased contrast ratio
• Can represent many times more shades of gray between black and white. At 30-bit pixel depth, four times more shades of gray would be the minimum, and the typical improvement would be eight times or more.

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Product Specifications

LCD PANEL
Native Display Resolution 1920 x 1080p
Brightness (cd/m2) 500
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 15,000:1
Viewing Angle 178º x 178º
Response Time (Grey to Grey) 4ms
Wide Color Control
TruMotion 120Hz
Life Span (Typical) 60,000 hours

BROADCASTING SYSTEM
Analog
ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM

VIDEO
XD Engine
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Aspect Ratio Correction 6 Modes
Just Scan (1:1 Pixel Matching)
- HDMI 1080p/1080i/720p
- Component 1080p/1080i/720p
- RF 1080i/720p
Enhanced Line Doubler
Enhanced Noise Reduction (Video Noise Filter; 3D & MPEG)
Color Temperature Control 4 Modes
Black Stretcher (Black Level Enhancer)
24p Cinema (Film Mode) 5:5/3:2
Picture Reset
AV Mode (Picture & Sound) 3 Modes
Picture Selection Mode 8 Modes
ISFccc
Intelligent Sensor Mode
DTV Signal Strength Indicator

AUDIO
Mono/Stereo/Dual (MTS/SAP)
Audio Outout Power (Watts - THD 10%) 10W + 10W
Speaker System Details 2 Way 4 System (Invisible Speaker)
Dolby Digital Decoder
Surround System Type SRS TruSurround XT
Bass/Treble/Balance Controls
Auto Volume Leveler
Sound Mode 4 Modes
Mute

SPECIAL FEATURES
Intelligent Sensor
1080P Source Input
- HDMI 60p/30p/24p
- Component 60p/30p/24p
- RGB 60p
A/V Input Navigation
Auto Navigation
Input Labeling
Quick View (Previous Channel)
TruMotion 120Hz Demo On/Off
Picture Still / Freeze
Clear Voice (On/Off)
Quick Setup Guide
Parental Control w/V-Chip
Key Lock
Closed Caption
LG SimpLink (HDMI CEC)
Trilingual Menus English/French/Spanish
EZ Menus (High Performance Interface)
Channel Add/Delete
Favorite Channel
Auto Clock
Manual Clock
On/Off Timer
Sleep Timer
Auto Off (When no video is present)

SIDE AUDIO/VIDEO INPUTS/OUTPUTS
L/R Audio/Composite Video In 1
HDMI/HDCP In 1
USB 2.0 (Music and Photos only) 1 (JPEG/MP3)
RF In (Antenna/Cable) 1
L/R Audio/Component Video In 1

REAR AUDIO/VIDEO INPUTS/OUTPUTS
L/R Audio Out 1
S-Video In 1
HD Component Video In (Y,Pb,Pr) + L/R Audio 2
Digital Audio Out 2 (1 Coaxial/1 Optical)
HDMI/HDCP Input 3 (V.1.3 with Deep Color)
RGB In (D-Sub 15pin) - PC 1
PC Audio Input 1
RS-232c In (Control/Service) 1
Remote Control In (IR) 1

CABINET/ACCESSORIES
Cabinet Style Table Top
Cabinet Color Glossy Piano-black
Remote Control Type Universal
Stand Swivel (degrees) 20º / 20º
VESA Compatible (W x H) 800mm x 400mm

POWER
Consumption (Typical) n/a
Stand-by Consumption >1W
Energy Star Compliant

SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions w/out stand (W x H x D) 50.6” x 33.3” x 5.1”
Weight w/out stand 79.6 lbs
Dimensions w/stand (W x H x D) 50.6” x 35.4” x 13.5”
Weight w/stand 89.9 lbs
Dimensions w/packaging (W x H x D) 54.9” x 39.7” x 18.1”
Weight in package 106.5 lbs

Limited Warranty 1 Year Parts/Labor

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Customer Reviews

Excellent picture, good contrast, no glare screen! You got this Samsung Fanboy believin!
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RLQGQ2TLQL3NT I purchased this tv to replace my Samsung Plasma (PN50A550) which I also reviewed.

Having 4 other Samsung TVs I was reluctant to try another brand. Especially a brand that did not start with an S (Samsung, Sony, Sharp).

So things to know before diving into my review.

"Stated" contrast ratios are as is. Meaning stated. there is no standard! Keep that in mind when you read specs. LG's 15,000:1 IS better than Samsungs 1,000,000:1. Yes you read that right.

With no standards established for contrast ratios the only way to determine this is to see it in person. Sorry but it is what it is. Thats why you can say that a Sony's Image is better than a comparable spec'd Sceptre's. Its all in the image itself NOT the specs.

I am a Samsung fanboy, even with the failure of my last Samsung TV. So this is as fair and impartial as it will get on a Non-Samsung product - feel free to read my other reviews.

The Review:

I went to a local Video Only and compared the Samsung LN52A650, LN52A630, Panasonic th-50pz800u. I really didn't bother looking at the LG until I realized it was wedged between the other aformetioned tvs. By far it had the sharpest images of all and its contracst ratio was better than that of all the Samsungs. The reds were richer and the blacks were blacker. Comparing to the higher end Panasonic Plasma the blacks weren't as black as the plasma (well I'm comparing an LCD to plasma) but it was pretty darn close and the image was still much sharper on the LG.

So I inquired and found the LG to be hundreds of dollars less than the Samsungs and the Panasonic. Yes Hundreds less. In fact I was able to score my 52LG70 for $1500. But even at $1800 as Amazon has -its definitely worth it. Compare this price to other 52" LCD's with 120hz processors - none come close.

Positives:

Sharp Image -By far the sharpest image of Samsung, Sony, and Panasonic. (see pics)

4 HDMI inputs -yeah it may be overkill now, but in the future you may need some etra HDMI ports (PS3, Xbox360, what else?)

Contrast ratio -Definitely comparable to Plasmas. Thats saying something as LCD's have never really competed with Plasma Blacks. This one comes close to the best (Pioneer and Panasonic) with respect to black levels. (see pics)

Anti-glare screen -Finally a true anti-glare screen. This bad boy has a matte screen. Meaning you could have your blinds open on a bright sunny day and stil enjoy the picture. (see pics)

Picture settings -7 fully customizeable settings allow for the most astute image expert/calibrator.

120Hz (with tru-motion) -This can take a bit of time to get used to, but once you adjust to it you really love it.

Sound -Even if you don't plan on using the units invisible speakers. You should know they were tuned by Mark Levinson (the guy who does the premium Lexus sound systems). By far way better than Samsungs.

52" -I compare this to the 50" plasmas due to the price range. The extra 2 inches definitely makes a HUGE difference.

Negatives:

120hz (with tru-motion on) -Yeah I said it was a positive, but some people never get used to it so I wanted to voice that. You can turn it off if you don't like it. They also allow you to demo it meaning you can see half the screen with it on and the other half off.

Remote- Not intuitive and somewhat difficult to navigate. Put it this way. The wife needs my help to change settings. So if you want an intuitive remote get a Universal one such as the Logitech Harmony 880.

Inputs and controls -The inputs and controls are in the back of the unit so you have to reach around if you want to change channels or volume without the remote. They do claim a set on the side - which is partially correct.

Lack of PIP -All my other Samsungs had it. So its hard to believe LG skimped on that feature. not a biggie as I never used it, but its nice to have.

Artifacts -Occasionally on non-hd material I see artifacts, which I never saw on my plasmas. What can I say I'm still in love with plasma but the few times I see artifacts I am able to let it go. This does happen occasionally in LCD's. (Don't Panic)

Bottom Line - Awesome TV which had me cheat on Samsung in no time.

This Samsung fanboy is definitely seeing the Light. Life is Good! =)

Really a 4.5 star review but there is no 4.5 stars and I would be remiss to call this a 4 star.

I'd take this tv over a Samsung LN52A650 any day of the week and twice on Sunday.

Calibration settings based on THX calibrator using THX glasses

Use "Expert 2" to establish your settings
Backlight 26
Contrast 95
Brightness 57
Sharpness 78
Color 67
Tint G9

Added a video review

4 Stars (I rarely give 5 to anything)
I bought this TV for the family to replace our old rear projection 50" 4:3 Toshiba. It took a little getting used to but once I put Dark Knight on our Panasonic BD player I was hooked. One complaint I've seen is that it didn't seem to save TV settings, what it does it each input must be set separately and then you don't have to worry about them. I use the 120hz setting and rarely (if ever) see any motion blur. The 10-bit color is VERY good as well. This TV is a steal at anything under $1800 and still a good deal for a bit more. 4 HDMI inputs and several other inputs (including RGB for use with a computer) gives it plenty of versitility. Audio is good for integrated as well.

Perfect TV
I looked into many 52 inch LCDs and finally settled on the LG. Company reputation and history were a factor in my final decision. I considered the Samsung 650 but the red glow, reflection of light and software and service concerns and decided to get the LG. It is in a room that has a cathedral ceiling with windows and glass sliding door on the south wall. The only reflection effects your view when you are on the opposite side of the windows. Even then it still is very viewable and from angles from window side and straight on it is hardly noticable. Really a great buy for the price and happy with everything. Sound is okay but will hook up an audio system soon.