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The LG30 series is the entry level line of 720p LCD televisions by LG for Spring 2008. These sets, similar to entry level offerings by other manufacturers are intended for people that want to get into the HDTV market without breaking the bank. Since HDTVs are relatively mature technology the 2008 models start with features considered high end just a few years prior. Multiple HDMI inputs, improved contrast ratio, and "hidden" speaker system are some of the upgrades made for 2008. A minor upgrade above the LG30 series is the LG50 series which jumps to a native 1080p resolution.

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3 HDMI 1.3 inputs
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1080p support over component
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60p/30p/24p over component and HDMI
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HDMI link connectivity
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goood price
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off-angle viewing
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Specs

  • 720p native resolution
  • 12,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
  • 8ms response time
  • 500 cd/m2 brightness
  • Invisible speaker system
  • Clear Voice Technology
  • SimpleLink Connectivity
  • Inputs: HDMI1.3 x 3, Component x 2, Composite x 1, S-Video x 1, VGA x 1

Invisible Speaker System - LG has done away with traditional speaker drivers and instead places actuators inside the bezel that surrounds the panel itself. LG claims this creates a "wall" of surround sound.

Clear Voice - the television dynamically enhances the audio frequencies used in human dialog in an attempt to make voices clearer even during scenes with loud background noise or music.

SimpleLink Connectivity - when the TV is hooked up to other LG devices through HDMI that support the same SimpleLink technology, you can control them directly from the TV itself.

1080p support - The sets support 1080p content at 60Hz/30Hz/24Hz through both HDMI and Component inputs.

Models

The LG30 series follows this naming convention: LG xxLG30 where "xx" are replaced by the television's size.

  • LG 19LG30 - 19" screen | $429.95 - 1 HDMI input, 5,000:1 contrast ratio
  • LG 22LG30 - 22" screen | $545.95 - 1 HDMI input, 5,000:1 contrast ratio
  • LG 26LG30 - 26" screen | $799.95 - 5,000:1 contrast ratio
  • LG 32LG30 - 32" screen | $949.95
  • LG 37LG30 - 37" screen | $1199.95
  • LG 42LG30 - 42" screen | $1399.95

LG is also releasing the LG 32LG40 which contains all the same features as the LG30 series but adds a built-in DVD player.

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1 comment about LG LG 30 Series

1.  avatar Omar  Apr 08, 2008 4:33pm

In researching this line of TVs they seem pretty damn sweet, at least from a features perspective. As an entry level offering they offer a lot of the same features as higher end sets like the 1080p/60Hz support over component. There doesn't seem to be any reviews out yet, so the actual picture quality is still unknown. However, if it's good picture quality, these TVs are definitely ones to look out for. Kudos to LG.

Except for the naming convention of their 2008 lines. I mean LG LGXX that's just ridiculous. A little originality here people.

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Key Features:

Display Technology LCD
Manufacturer LG
Native Resolution 720p
Product Line LG30 Series
Release Date Mar. 1, 2008

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Created: 04/08/2008 - 16:06
Modified: 08/05/2008 - 22:06
Model # variations:

LG, 30, LG30