Nominally, the LG 42LA643V belongs to the mid-range TV devices, but still it lacks one important option for this - Smart TV. And all the other relevant technologies of multimedia centers of the middle price range are in this case. It is this decision from the eminent South Korean manufacturer that will be discussed in this material.
In what cases is it best to use such a TV? Equipment
LG 42LA643V can stand out against the background of direct competitors with a great degree of versatility. Reviews really focus on its characteristics. But at the same time, there is one significant caveat - this is the absence in the software of the device of such an option as Smart TV. If there is no special need for it, then the solution in question will look quite worthy even as the main television device. Moreover, it can be located in the living room, kitchen, in the cafe hall orrestaurant, shopping center or supermarket. It has all the necessary technical characteristics for any such application. The pick list in this case consists of:
- TV unit with single stand.
- Power cord.
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Control panel. To organize its power supply, the manufacturer included a set of batteries in the delivery list.
- Complete paper-based assembly and setup guide.
- Coupon with extended manufacturer's warranty.
Only one remark can be put forward to the previously given list - this is the lack of a vertical mounting system. But now this is natural, and even if you purchase the most expensive TV, you will have to purchase it separately.
Characteristics. Picture. Soundtrack
The LG 42LA643V is based on a typical mid-level matrix with a very, very large diagonal by today's standards of 42 inches. It was produced using TN+Film technology. Its maximum resolution corresponds to 1920x1080 or 1080p. Its viewing angles are 178 ° horizontally and exactly the same vertically. The weight of the device is 12.4 kg. Excellent soundtrack is available in LG 42LA643V. Characteristics highlight the presence of two speakers with a nominal sound power of 10 watts. In total, this allows you to count on 20 watts. Among other important features of the device, the presence of 3D technology can be noted.
Short setup procedure. Assembly
The LG 42LA643V mid-range TV device boasts a very simple and intuitive setup procedure. It consists of 3 main steps:
- Removing from shipping carton and assembly.
- Complete switching.
- Setting up the software shell of the multimedia center in question.
The first step is quite simple. To perform it, it is enough only to assemble the multimedia center considered in this material according to the attached instructions.
Connection
Actually, the LG 42LA643V connection operation consists of 2 important steps. One of them is the organization of the power supply of the device. And the second is the connection of the input signal cable. At the first stage, we connect the plug of the power cord to the AC outlet. On the second - a cable with a TV signal to the ANT IN input.
A regular antenna, a set of satellite equipment, and a cable provider system can act as a signal source. If necessary, an external decoding module must be installed in the expansion slot. This component must be purchased separately. Before buying, it will be important to make sure that the decoding module is designed to open television broadcasts in your region.
Setting up the software component
Properly configure the softwarethe shell is necessary at the final stage of such a universal multimedia device as the LG 42LA643V TV. Reviews at the same time indicate the importance of choosing a signal source. The main feature here is that after entering the “Settings” menu and selecting the “Channels” sub-item, you need to activate the “Auto search” operation. After that, you will be prompted as to what is the source of the signal. And here it is already necessary to choose either a local antenna, or cable equipment, or a satellite kit. Then the search operation is carried out automatically. At the end, do not forget to save the list of channels obtained from the search results.
Cost. Reviews. Results
Now such a TV can be purchased at a price of 17,000-19,000 rubles. There is only one minus in this case, and it is very significant - this is the lack of support for Smart TV. The pluses include picture quality, affordable cost, an impressive set of different connection methods and acceptable technical characteristics. All the above advantages of LG 42LA643V more than cover the lack of Smart TV. As a last resort, you can always buy a mini PC and fix even this one drawback.
