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LG Infinia 47LX9500

CNET Reviews staff
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We really liked the LG LE8500 series, so it's little surprise we also like the company's LX9500, reviewed here, which is basically the same TV plus 3D compatibility. Unless you really want 3D or love the LX9500's thin frame, however, the less-expensive LE8500 is the better choice. Both offer nearly identical 2D picture quality--with a couple of caveats, it's among the best you can get this year from an LCD--that benefits from deep black levels, highly accurate color and better-than-expected off-angle fidelity. Unfortunately LG seems to have rushed with the 3D portion of the LX9500, saddling it with a washed-out picture that's as lackluster as the 2D one is punchy, and no way to adjust it. With two-dimensional material, on the other hand, the stylish, well-featured LG LX9500 series is one of the most impressive LED-based LCDs we've tested this year.

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Seen from the side the 1.3-inch depth becomes obvious.
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Plenty of connectivity is onboard, including four total HDMI, to component video and a PC input. A wireless HDMI module is a $350 option.
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The standard remote works fine...
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...but LG also included a Magic Wand remote, which works like the controller on a Nintendo Wii.
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The proprietary 3D glasses cost $169 (list) per pair, and none are included with the LX9500.
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The sides and top of the LX9500's frame measure less than an inch wide.
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Like most 3D TV makers, LG wants to be covered in case somebody sues over 3D.
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Really, really covered.
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You can choose from the standard array of 3D modes.
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We liked the LX9500's picture adjustment selection in 2D, but 3D was a disappointment.

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