May 21, 2009

review of Sharp Aquos LC-42D62U Television

Best LCD Television

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Key Features

Screen Size: 42 in.
Television Technology: LCD
Supported Resolution: 1080p
Form Factor: Widescreen
HDMI Type: HDMI Type A
Connector Types: HDMI input, Audio line-in, Composite video/audio input, HD component input, S-Video input
Product Line: Aquos
TV Standard: HDTV
Sound Supported: Stereo
PC Compatible: Yes
Included Accessories: LCD TV stand
HDTV Ready: Yes
Depth: 5.3 in.
Height: 26.6 in.
Width: 40.6 in.
Display Features
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Contrast Ratio: 1200:1
Brightness: 450 cd/m2
Viewing Angle: 176 degrees
Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Tuner Features
Number Of Tuners: 1

Audio Features
Audio Format Supported: Stereo
Additional Features
HDMI: Yes
Additional Features: Brightness Sensor, On-screen Menu

Accessories
Remote Control: Remote control
Included Devices: LCD TV stand

Connectors
Connectors: HDMI input, Audio line-in, Composite video/audio input, HD component input, S-Video input
HDMI: 2 x HDMI input ( 19 pin HDMI Type A )
S-Video Connectors: 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN )
RCA Connectors: 3 x composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ), 4 x audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 )
Component Connectors: 2 x HD component input ( RCA phono x 3 )
Other Connectors Total (Free) / Type: 2 x HDMI input ( 19 pin HDMI Type A )
General Product Info
Subcategory: LCD TV
Exterior Color: Black
Television Type: LCD TV
Base Warranty: 1 year warranty
Warranty Information: 1 year warranty
Weight: 66.1 lbs.
Also known as: LC-42D62U, Sharp LC-42D62U
Manufacturer Part No.: LC42D62U
Dimension: 26.6 in. x 40.6 in. x 5.3 in.(HxWxD)
UPC: 074000363717

review from http://products.howstuffworks.com
Sharp has fitted the LC-42D62U with plenty of high-tech features. The low-reflection Black TFT panel is designed to reduce glare from ambient light sources, and the relatively fast response time produces a minimum of residual screen images, even when watching high-motion content or playing video games. In addition, Sharp's multipixel technology extends the horizontal and vertical viewing angles of the LC-42D62U to approximately 176 degrees.
So what does all this mean to the average viewer? For starters, the picture quality for HD channels is impressive, and there are none of the banding issues that afflict some larger-screen Sharp LCD HDTVs. Colors appear accurate and well-saturated, with no artifacts visible even during fast-moving scenes. However, there are some issues that prevent us from recommending the LC-42D62U without reservation. Image quality while watching standard-definition channels is disappointing, although this is not sufficiently bad to prevent us from recommending the unit. More importantly, the black levels delivered by the Sharp LC-42D62U are disappointing. In many instances, detail is decidedly lacking in dark scenes, even after repeated adjustments.

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