LG 47LH90 Review: 47″ LCD HDTV

Up for review: LG 47LH90 LCD TV. The new 47” LCD is LG’s part of recently launched LH90 Series. The Full HD 1080p panel with a clean modern silhouette can be an attention grabber which suits any kind of room décor. With a thickness of less than 1-inch, LG has entered the arena of super-slim LCD panel bandwagon with this new LH90 Series. Expected to be available in market during spring/summer 2009, LG is yet to announce the price of this new 47LH90 LCD model.

If you consider the specifications, the new LG 47LH90 LCD has many similarities with the LHX Series, except the separate set top box feature to run the wireless capability. Even LG hasn’t clearly mentioned if this LH90 Series LCD is wireless capable or not, but we assume it is as the bottom left of the HDTV has “wireless” written on it.

Compared to standard LCD’s, the LG 47LH90 has advanced LED backlighting with Local Dimming feature, which is likely to improve the black-level performance. As a result, stunning image quality even in darker scenes can be enjoyed. With TruMotion 240Hz refresh rate, the new LH90 Series LCD has double power than the standard 120Hz LCD’s. Plus, unlike some other models, LG has used “scanning backlight” technology in this LH90 Series to achieve the 240Hz processing.

The higher refresh rate will produce superior image quality without motion blur. The TruMotion technology also does the up conversion job; hence you won’t require a separate up converting DVD/Blu-ray player while watching the high definition content. But meant for only high definition viewing, the usage of 240Hz refresh rate is doubtful as far as standard viewing is concerned.

Dynamic Contrast Ratio of 2,000,000:1 will improve the color contrast aspect in the new 47-inch LG 47LH90. The LCD also has 24p Real Cinema feature, which means high-def movies can be watched in their true format.

LG 47LH90 Features and Specifications Review:

47″ Screen
Full HD 1080p
TruMotion 240 Hz
LED backlighting with Local Dimming
2,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
24p Real Cinema (5:5 Pulldown)
Intelligent Sensor
ISFccc Ready
Four (4) HDMI V. 1.3 with Deep Color
USB 2.0 for access to digital music and cameras
Energy Star 3.0 compliant
LG Core Technologies
Easy UI Menu System

The LG 47LH90 boasts many of LG’s energy saving features. For instance, the Super-In Plane Switching (S-IPS) LCD panel structure of the new LCD facilitates faster response times and better color contrast. LG’s proprietary intelligent room lighting sensor is expected to adjust the image brightness as per the room light condition. Due to its energy efficient features, the new LG 47LH90 is Energy Star 3.0 compliant.

With 4 HDMI (V1.3) inputs including Deep Color, LG 47LH90 seems to have ample connectivity options. Besides that, LG’s proprietary Simplink feature is likely to facilitate connection with compatible cameras and camcorders. An additional USB 2.0 port is also there through which digital photos and music can be accessed to the LCD. With so many advanced features, the new LG 47LH90 is expected to create a strong buzz in the market upon its arrival.

YouReviewElectronics.com gives LG 47LH90 9/10 stars!