The old rear projection Philips. lasted 11 years without repair.
Side by side comparison of the three panels was really a tough decision, on SNS' showroom, the LCDs have an edge specially in resolution (full HD) vs the Panasonic's HD ready panel. I would say the colors of the Toshiba really won out vs the two others. the Panasonic eked out a little on the contrast and blacks department. to be honest the LG was always the middle of the pack. Materials watched were from media players. btw, all three units sports local manufacturer's warranty.
Bsince the setup was for our living room, in the end I chose the lg for the following reasons:
1. Its an IPS full HD panel.
2. It can play hd media from the unit itself (MKV, Divx)
3. My living room has high ambient light
4. Its two inches bigger than the Toshiba
5. Free wall mount
The installation walk-through in pictures:
LG LCD boxed!
42LD460 badge
Measuring the height of the install, chose "44 high, a bit on the high side.
The panel unboxed, being measured by installer.
Levelling the wall mount.
Drilling the hole, no turning back!
LCD mounted finally!
Final touches and adjustments.
Voila! Cable TV viewing on the wall mounted LG!
