LG 42PC1D review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Rob Gillman

Reviewed on: 23 June 2006

Tags: LG Electronics, LG 42PC1D, VGA, performance, connections

We like:

Clear Filter reflection-reducing screen; two HDMI sockets

We don't like:

Image not quite as refined as the top plasma screens; no side S-Video socket for easy camcorder connection

You might also need:

Sky or Telewest high-definition TV service

CNET UK judgement:

If you shop around and find the 42PC1D at its lowest price point, it becomes a cast-iron bargain. The sound is middling, but the picture is excellent for such a low cost TV and the design and styling are definite strong points. The inclusion of two HDMI ports is the icing on the cake

Full review:

The 42PC1D might be a mid-priced hi-def plasma (available for a smidgeon over £1,000 if you're willing to shop around), but LG has stuffed it full of some high-class features. The main point of interest is the freshly developed Clear Filter, which sees the heavy glass panel used by most plasmas replaced by a thin veneer of plastic. Equally important is LG's own XD Engine picture-processing technology, now in its second generation. Continue Reading...