LG 55LH55 55-Inch 1080p 240Hz LCD HDTV, Gloss Black

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.3 x 53.4 x 32.9 inches ; 71 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 98 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B001VKYAMC
• Item model number: 55LH55
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #991 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 15, 2009

Product Description

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From the Manufacturer Manufacturer's Description (April 11, 2009)
No more brown leather blurwhen a football is flying towards the end zone. With TruMotion 240 Hz, you now get unsurpassed motion detail with virtually none of the motion blur experienced in some other HDTVs. It processes fast-moving images at lightning speed so the transition is smoother. You'll get blazing-fast sports, nail-biting car chases and adrenaline-pumping video games in crystal clarity--the way they're meant to be. This is watching what you love in the way you want to see it. You could call this HDTV, but you might decide it's something better.

Innovative Technologies Unblur the Action Brings detail to even the fastest moving scenes and virtually eliminates motion blur with TruMotion 240Hz. (Learn more) View it in the Right Light Every room has different lighting. Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes the picture to your room's unique conditions. (Learn more) Double the Detail Make all your favorite sports, TV shows, movies, and video games more realistic. Get almost double the pixel resolution with Full HD 1080p Resolution. (Learn more) See More in the Dark It's easy for details to get lost in the shadows. 80,000: 1 Contrast Ratio lets you experience deeper blacks and greater picture detail, especially in darker scenes. (Learn more) Core Technologies Find the Perfect Picture Getting your picture looking great is easier than ever with Picture Wizard. Enables easy self-calibration with your remote by providing on-screen reference points for key picture quality elements. (Learn more) Audio Should be Heard, Not Seen The slim-silhouette Invisible Speaker System delivers a look and audio that are equal parts clean and polished. (Learn more) Hear Every Whisper Get audio the way it was meant to be heard. Clear Voice II enhances and amplifies the frequency range of the human voice to help keep dialogue audible when background noise swells. (Learn more) Sound That Rings True Sports, cinema and video games can all be heard as they were meant to be with AV Mode II. (Learn more) Other Features Watch Like A Pro It's ISFccc Ready for professional calibration. A more personalized viewing experience awaits, if you're so inclined. (Learn more) Memories Brought to Life View family photos and listen to MP3 files right in the comfort of your living room. (Learn more) Easy On the Eyes A TV should look great when it's on or off. The Contemporary Design is a nod to your sense of style. (Learn more) Smart Energy Conserve money and energy. With an Energy Star 3.0 rating, you can be green and save green. (Learn more) Bring Theater to the Couch Don't feel like making it out to the multiplex? 24P Real Cinema gives you a movie-theater-experience right in your own home. (Learn more) Connect with Crystal Clear Color You won't miss a single tone or shade. 4 HDMI V.1.3. Deep Color inputs give you the rich hues you want. (Learn more) Versatile Technology LCD televisions offer a greater variety of sizes, are generally more energy efficient than Plasma and work wonders for video games and computer graphics. (Learn more)

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TruMotion 240HZ
Whether you're watching your favorite sport or action flick, or playing a hot new video game, now your TV will keep up with your fast-paced entertainment. LG's TruMotion 240Hz technology provides superior motion detail even in the fastest moving sports and movie scenes. The secret lies in LG's unique technology, which processes fast-moving images at lightning speed.

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Intelligent Sensor
Automatically optimizes the picture to the lighting conditions in the room for a personalized and enjoyable viewing experience.

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Full HD 1080p Resolution
Enjoy enhanced picture quality over standard HDTV with almost double the pixel resolution. See sharper details like never before. Just imagine a Blu-ray disc or video game seen on your new LG Full HD 1080p TV. It's time to put resolve back in your resolution.

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80,000:1 Contrast Ratio
Experience deeper blacks and greater picture clarity, especially in shadowy scenes with LG LH55's superior 80,000:1 Contrast Ratio. The difference is night and day.

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Picture Wizard
Take the guesswork out of picture adjustments with a wave of your hand. Get easy self-calibration with on-screen reference points for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness and backlight levels. The remote is the new magic wand.

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Invisible Speaker System
You won't believe what you're hearing. Fine-tuned by renowned audio expert Mr. Mark Levinson, LG TVs utilize a unique, hidden speaker system that delivers a clean, polished look with a wider sound field.

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Clear Voice II
Automatically enhances and amplifies the sound of the human voice frequency range to help keep dialogue audible when background noise swells. Can also be personalized with a new 12-step adjustment level.

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AV Mode II
Quickly and easily select from one of three AV modes for "Cinema," "Sports," or "Games" to enjoy optimized HDTV picture and audio quality.

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ISFccc Ready
LG's ISFccc Ready HDTVs contain the detailed standards necessary for professional calibration of contrast, tint, sharpness and color levels to meet local lighting conditions for both day and nighttime viewing. Settings are added to preset modes for easy access from your LG remote.

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USB 2.0 V
Now reliving that fantastic family vacation can happen in the comfort of your living room. Display JPEG photos and listen to MP3 files for an even more enjoyable TV entertainment experience.

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Contemporary Design
The perfect hint of transparency is added to the glossy black frame to add elegance to any room in the house.

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Smart Energy Saving
In addition to adhering to the new Energy Star 3.0 guidelines, LG HDTVs have energy-saving options like the ability to choose settings for different types of programming, "video mute" or engaging exclusive Intelligent Sensor Technology that automatically dims the backlight when lighting conditions are reduced. Now you can save the world from the comfort of your couch.

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24P Real Cinema
Stay in for the theater. Enjoy a true cinema-like experience in your own home with movies the way they are meant to be seen. LG's Real Cinema technology precisely displays 24p source frames on your screen, the same as film. If you love movies, you'll love Real Cinema.

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HDMI V.1.3 with Deep Color
Make installation of any enabled device a snap. Get 10.2Gbps of bandwidth for deeper colors--and more of them. HDMI V.1.3 connectivity lets you prepare yourself for tomorrow's technology today.

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Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5 Go back to list of all features

Why LCD?

LCD displays deliver increasingly higher contrast ratios along with bright, crystal-clear images that look great in a variety of lighting conditions. They're available in sizes that fit any space, at prices that meet any budget. Many LCD HDTVs also have new features that can significantly reduce power consumption. So whether you enjoy movies, sports or video games, there's an LCD HDTV just right for you.

There's an LG LCD for everyone

Advanced, elegant and efficient, LG's 2009 LCD line-up brings consumers to a whole new dimension of television. ÊFrom unprecedented motion clarity and color detail, to online content access and wireless capability--all wrapped in our most beautiful, energy-saving designs ever, LG is bringing the future of TV viewing to you today. ÊIs it TV as you know it, or something better.

LH85 Series (47-inch 47LH85 or 55-inch 55LH85)*
If you want an LCD HDTV that goes beautifully almost anywhere in the house, without any wires or clutter, LH85 is for you. Wireless, uncompressed Full HD 1080p transmission allows you the freedom to place your HDTV almost anywhere.

LH55 Series (37-inch 37LH55, 42-inch 42LH55, 47-inch 47LH55, or 55-inch 55LH55)*
Sports lovers, gaming fanatics, and thrill junkies now have their perfect TV. TruMotion 240Hz virtually eliminates motion blur in fast-paced action for a crystal clear picture. Bring the action closer to real life and enjoy it like it was meant to be.

LH50 Series (42-inch 42LH50 or 47-inch 47LH50)*
Ever imagine that you would be able to access instant entertainment from the Internet that streams directly to your HDTV--without ever using a computer? You can. LH50's NetCast Entertainment Access** makes tapping into Internet entertainment content easy, fast and enjoyable.

LH40 Series (32-inch 32LH40, 37-inch 37LH40, 42-inch 42LH40, 47-inch 47LH40, or 55-inch 55LH40)*
A television built for almost anyone's interests or needs. Full HD 1080p, robust features and Energy Star rating make this an all-around great HDTV.

LH30 Series (32-inch 32LH30, 37-inch 37LH30, 42-inch 42LH30, or 47-inch 47LH30)*
Superb 1080p HDTV resolution can be available on almost any budget when you consider the LH30. Stylish, economical Full HD that offers multiple features and a rich experience.

LU55 Series (19-inch 19LU55, 22-inch 22LU55, or 26-inch 26LU55)*
Big entertainment can come in small packages. A stylish, Full HD 1080p choice for smaller spaces like the kitchen or kids' rooms.

*actual diagonal measurement
**Internet connection required and sold separately

Find the Right TV for You

	LH85 Series (55", 47")	LH55 Series (55", 47", 42", 37")	LH50 Series (47", 42")	LH40 Series (55", 47", 42", 37", 32")	LH30 Series (47", 42", 37", 32")	LU55 Series (26", 22", 19")
TruMotion 240HZ
NetCast Entertainment Access
Wireless 1080p Connectivity
TruMotion 120HZ
Intelligent Sensor
Full-HD 1080p Resolution
80,000:1 Contrast Ratio
50,000:1 Contrast Ratio
Color-Infused Design
Picture Wizard
Invisible Speaker System
Clear Voice II
AV Mode II
ISFccc Ready
USB 2.0
Smart Energy Saving
24p Real Cinema
HDMI V.1.3 with Deep Color
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Product Description

LG's TruMotion 240Hz technology uses proprietary scanning technology to virtually eliminate motion blur so you can keep up with the fastest paced entertainment.55" LCD HDTV, 1920 x 1080 Resolution, 240 Hz, 80,000:1 Contrast Ratio, ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM - 1 Tuner, SRS TruSurround XT, 4 HDMI input

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Lip sync issue, not getting resolved quickly, November 4, 2009

By	Andre Yelland (Memphis, TN United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase

The TV looked great, but quickly we noticed that any sound on the HDMI ports were delayed by about half a second. I contact LG support and they acknowledged that it needed the "lip sync" upgrade and told me someone locally would be in contact within 7-10 business days to schedule a repair. We're now 15 business days after that date and no local contact. I contact LG again, they apologized but said it would be processed within another 10-14 business days. I will post an update if/when this fix is installed and whether it truly fixes the issue. I'm not sure how a company continutes to ship a TV this expensive with a fault that obvious.

My recommendation is to find an alternative at this point due to poor support.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Looks good - HD Picture is great - minor Lip Synch issues, October 15, 2009

By	Sean M. Thomas "Thomas" (CA, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase

After a bumpy but eventual reciept of the TV, we were happy with the end product. It looks really nice and the picture on HD channels and Blue Ray is incredible. The refresh rate can sometimes not catch up with the action on the TV and you can see some blur of the figure, but that is very infrequent. Non HD channels are pretty grainy depending on the channel and program - part of that is comparing HD to non HD. I am working with LG on the lip synch issue with certain channels where the audio is behind the video - apparently this is common. They are sending me a software update to address the problem...we'll see if that works. Otherwise the price was right ($1680) and the TV looks great hanging on the wall!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing LCD, nothing bad about this set., November 15, 2009

By	R. Carr - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase

I've had my 55LH55 for a few days now and its everything I hoped it'd be. HD tv, PS3 and blue ray are all crisp and extremly responsive. I have not had any issue with the lip-sync issue that others are having. It may be due to the fact that I upgraded my HDMI cables to 1.3(which you should do anyway and for the price on Amazon.com you'd be foolish not to). As for the sound it could be a little better, but for a LCD sound system it's not that bad. To be honest though why would you buy this kind of set and not hook it up to 5.1 or 7.1 surround system.

Bottom line is the LG 55LH55 is the LCD you are looking for if you want a mind blowing picture, without blowing a hole in your pocket.