LG 42PX5D Review

LG’s 42PX5D is an attractive, affordable, large-screen plasma with a future-proof specification that includes high-definition compatibility, integrated digital TV and various memory-card applications. Its functionality could be less fussy and its image quality is occasionally compromised, but you’ll struggle to find a better price-to-performance ratio.

* LG’s Exclusive XDâ„¢ 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.

* Image Sticking Prevention Provides protective measures to minimize damage as a result of stationary images.
* ATSC/NTSC/QAM Clear Tuners
* TV Guide On Screen
* 9-in-2 Multi Memory Card Reader
* LG’s Exclusive XDâ„¢ Engine
* HDMI with HDCP
* IEEE 1394 with DTV link
* 5000:1 Contrast Ratio
* 1366 x 768p Resolution

VIDEO:

* Native Display Resolution 1366 x 768p
* Contrast Ratio 5000:1
* Brightness 1000 cd/m2
* Lifetime 60,000 hours
* Viewing Angle 160
* 3D Y/C Comb Filter
* Color Temperature Adjustment 3 Modes
* Aspect Ratio Adjustment 7 Modes
* 3:2 Pull-down Cinema Correction 480i
* EZ Video/Picture Selection Mode 6 Modes
* High Contrast Screen w/Non-glare Coating Glass Filter
* XD Engine
* Enhanced Noise Reduction
* Black Stretcher
* Colors 1.07
* Billion DTV Signal Strength
* APM(Adaptive Picture Mode)

Audio

* Audio Output Power 15Wx2
* Surround System Type SRS TruSurround XT
* Bass/Treble/Balance
* EZ SoundRite (Volume Leveler)
* EZ Sound/Sound Selection Mode 5 Modes
* Speaker System Details 2 Way 4 Speaker
* BBE
* 3D EchoSound System
* Mono/Stereo/SAP

Cabinet/Accessories

* Cabinet Style Table Top
* Cabinet Color Black
* Table Stand Included
* Speakers Included (Not Detachable)
* Front Lighted Display (LED)Index

Tuners

* Digital Cable Ready (DCR)
* Memory Card Reader (9 in 2)
* -1st slot:CF Type I/II
* -2nd slot:MS,MS PRO,SD,MMC,SMC,XD

Special Features

* Custom Channel Labels
* Custom Input Labels
* PIP
* POP
* Split Screen
* PIP Exchange/Move
* Dual Tuner PIP/POP/Split Screen
* Discrete IR Codes
* Favorite Channel Selection/Surf
* Tri-lingual Menus English,Spanish,French
* On/Off Timer
* Sleep Timer
* Auto Off (When no video is present)
* Flashback (Previous Channel)•Parental Control With V-Chip
* Image Sticking Prevention
* EZ Menus (High Performance Interface)
* EZ Scan (Auto Programming)
* Intelligent Fan Control
* Program Guide Gemstar
* IEEE 1394 Software Capability Full AVC
* Decoder Formats MPEG 2
* Closed Caption
* Child Lock

Audio /Video Input

* RF INPUT 2
* COMPONENT 1 (480i,480p,720p,1080i) 2
* RGB In (PC/DTV Input)1
* PC Sound (1/8″mini stereo)1
* HDMI with HDCP 2
* Digital Audio (Optical )Out 1
* Digital Audio (Optical)In 2
* RS-232c (Software Upgrade Interface &Control)1
* Remote Control In (IR)1 -Digital Cable Card Slot 1
* Gemstar Out (G-Link)1
* IEEE 1394/DTCP 2 TV Left Side
* S-Video In 1
* Composite Video Audio L/R In 1
* TV Right Side EPF Slot 2

Dimensions

* Cabinet Dimensions without Stand
* Width x Height x Depth 49.3 “x 25.7 “x 4.0 ”
* Weight Out of Package 99.8 lbs.
* Cabinet Dimensions with Stand
* Width x Height x Depth 49.3″ x 27.8″ x 11.6″
* Weight Out of Package 116.1 lbs.
* Dimensions with Packaging
* Width x Height x Depth 52.8″ x 30.3 ” x 15.0″
* Weight In Package 127.8 lbs.
* Power Consumption 450W
* UPC 719192168558
* Warranty 2 year parts/labor

Remote Control

* Standard IR
* Wired Option
* Universal
* Backlit