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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 standProduct Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #34077 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
Editorial Reviews
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
Full HD 1080p ResolutionDisplays HDTV programs in full 1920 x 1080p resolution for a more detailed picture.
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.
AV ModeThe 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.
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.TruMotion 120Hz
 | Advance 120Hz panel provides clearer, smoother images, even during fast action scenes creating a more stable structure for a crisper picture. |
24p Real CinemaHi-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.
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. |
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. |
LG SimpLinkAllows for convenient control of other LG SimpLink products using the existing HDMI connection.
- 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.
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.
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