Up for Review: LG 50PQ30 – LG proves that a great Plasma set doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg! This low-cost HD Plasma set is one of three released by major manufactures (the others by Panasonic & Samsung) in 2009 and the LG 50PQ30 is the best value of the three. The 50-inch plasma set supports 720p HD signals as well standard definition television. We were impressed with the 50PQ30’s ability as a plasma TV to display inky rich blacks, the purest whites and every vibrant color in between. To help provide realistic movement, LG has also included its 600 Hz smooth motion picture processing technology which is ideal for video games, sports, action and movies. We were also impressed with the lack of image retention on the set when scenes cut to black or when a program cuts to a commercial, this is something we did not expect on the this inexpensive LG plasma set. The set does have a somewhat ineffective anti-reflective coating, but glare was overcome by removing light from the direct sight of the television.
LG 50PQ30
We liked the 50PQ30’s sound quality as well. The speakers are nicely hidden underneath the set, and LG includes several sound enhancement modes, two of which – the ClearVoice and auto-volume – are very useful.
This larger size plasma HDTV also has a variety of inputs – 3 HDMI inputs, which is enough to plug in a cable box, gaming system and a Blu-ray DVD player. All our reviewers gave the LG 50PQ30 strong marks for its exterior design. It is fronted by a single pane of glass, behind which appear the screen and the black border around it. We like the swivel stand as well, which helps correct any issues with glare. This set is also Energy Star 3.0 compliant, which helps reduce the cost of operating this flat screen as well as lessens its impact on the environment.
It’s hard to go wrong at this price with LG’s 50PQ30. Like other LG Plasma’s in this year’s line up it is extremely stylish and retailing at or around $1,000, it’s a great bargain. Given its natural color, solid build quality, full feature set, and fantastic image quality, the set recommends itself. Buy with confidence
LG 50PQ30 Specifications
Screen Size: 50″
Actual: (50.0″ Diagonal)
Native Display Resolution: 1365 x 768
Brightness: 1,500 cd/m2
Smooth Motion Technology: Yes
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 2,000,000:1
Color Reproduction: 10 Bit
Fluid Motion :Yes
Image Sticking Minimization (ISM): 3 Modes
600Hz Sub Field Driving: Yes
Typical Life Span: 100,000 hr
Built-In Tuner: Yes (ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM – 1 Tuner)
HDMI/HDCP Input: 3
Additional Features
Dual XD Engine®
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Aspect Ratio Correction 6 Modes
Just Scan (1:1 Pixel Matching)
- HDMI™ 1080p/1080i/720p
- Component 1080p/1080i/720p
- RF 1080i/720p
Enhanced Noise Reduction (Video Noise Filter) (3D & MPEG)
Color Temperature Control 3 Modes
3:2 Pulldown
Picture Reset
AV Mode II (Picture & Sound): 3 Modes
Picture Mode: 7 Modes
ISFccc Ready
Intelligent Sensor Mode
XD Color
DTV Signal Strength Indicator
Energy Usage
Voltage: Hz 100V – 240V, 50/60 Hz
On Mode (Average): 279W
Stand-by Mode: 0.13W
ENERGY STAR 3.0 Compliant: Yes
Connectivity (Rear)
RF In (Antenna/Cable) 1
L/R Audio/Composite Video In 1
S-Video In 1
HD Component Video In (Y,Pb,Pr) + L/R Audio 2
Digital Audio Out 1 (digital)
HDMI/HDCP Input 2 (V.1.3 with Deep Color)
RGB In (D-Sub 15pin) – PC 1
PC Audio Input 1
RS-232c In (Control/Service) 1
Remote Control In Port 1
Connectivity (Side)
L/R Audio/Composite Video In 1
HDMI/HDCP Input 1 (V.1.3 with Deep Color)
USB 2.0 (JPEG/MP3) 1
Dimensions & Weight
TV without stand (WxHxD) 47.9” x 29.9” x 3.3”
TV with stand (WxHxD) 47.9” x 32.2” x 13.9”
Shipping Dimensions (WxHxD) 58.9” x 34.7” x 11.3”
TV without stand weight 68.8 lbs
TV with stand weight 74.3 lbs
Shipping weight 88.0 lbs
Warranty
1 Year Parts & Labor/2 Year Panel
Clever Reviews rates the LG 50PQ30 8.5/10 stars! Cleverreviews.com would like to hear about your experience with this model!
(12 votes, average: 8.17 out of 10)
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by GB Taylor, on July 30 2009 @ 8:34 AM
Seriously – bought this at Sears as a close out…for $799 – but if you open a sears card…another 10% off = $80. So it cost $719. Its a 2009 model – but we benefit because Plasma is being exited by the industry in favour of LED technology…which is a few years away from its value price point. Last chance to buy a 50 inch anything for this price…unless you want to gamble with an unknown/unproven China mfger.
by Big D, on August 11 2009 @ 6:06 AM
The LG 50PQ30 has a great sound quality that we absolutely loved. The speakers are hidden below the series, and LG has several ways to improve the sound, including self-ClearVoice and volume. Very nice TV!