We received our TV 13 days after I ordered it. We had had a Hitachi TV 42", but it was not a flat screen. We loved the older TV, we had it for 11 years. The only issue with it was at about 5 years old. They had to replace the "picture tube" which was over $800, but warranty covered it all.
The HD cord is included (they are not always). This TV did not have nearly as good a direction book. Just know this, if you use the HD cord, you do not use the twist in cable cord also.
After 3 months, still a great picture, glare that was a problem before is negligable while the TV sits in same position as previous TV. The sound is not quite as good as previous unit. The older one sat on lg speakers built in. The "stand" that is built in allows a small twist/turn action that is nice.
All in all, we love the TV and still say "Man that is a good picture." every time we sit down and turn it on.