120Hz — bringing the movie experience home
You have a conundrum. It's simple, but frustrating — you enjoy watching both TV programming and Blu-ray or DVD movies. What's the problem, you ask? Well, for starters, the TV programming you receive is filmed at 30fps (feet-per-second), while back in Tinseltown, all your favorite blockbusters are filmed at 24fps. Now, unfortunately, most televisions are designed to reproduce 30fps video. When it comes time to watch a film-based movie, then, these TVs have to use special processing (known as 3:2 pulldown) to stretch out the 24fps video to "fit" into the 30fps display. This "stretching out" involves adding in frames that weren't originally in the video, often resulting in a less-than-cinematically smooth picture. We are, of course, talking about most TVs. Sharp's AQUOS Series LC52D85U LCD HDTV, on the other hand, features 120Hz Fine Motion frame-rate-conversion technology. By reproducing all video sources at a rate compatible with both TV and film-based video (120 is a multiple of both 30 and 24), 120Hz Fine Motion technology is able to bring you smooth, accurate playback of all your favorite movies. 120Hz processing delivers a truly cinematic home theater experience.
Performance worthy of the AQUOS name
It's one thing to say that the LC52D85U is a Sharp LCD panel. It's something wholly more, however, to say that this 52" HDTV is an AQUOS® LCD panel. Just as an apprentice craftsman can only reach the rank of master after years of training, so too must a Sharp LCD meet the highest standards to earn the designation of AQUOS. And what, exactly, is an AQUOS LCD's craft? The reproduction of stunning, lifelike high definition video. Mastering this craft, the LC52D85U fuels its full HD 1080p, 16:9 widescreen panel with a diverse repertoire of design features. First, an 10-bit ASV LCD panel with Active Color capability combines with a 10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio to deliver deep blacks and vivid colors for a natural, impacting picture. Second, a super-fast 4ms pixel-response time keeps pace with fast action scenes, while a high 450 cd/m² brightness level lets you enjoy a clear, crisp picture even when there are higher levels of ambient light. Finally, a wide 176° x 176° viewing angle makes sure that everyone has a clear view of the main feature, regardless of where they're sitting. Oh, and with its 60,000-hour-to-half-brighness panel life, you'll be enjoying stunning AQUOS video performance for over 32 years at five hours of viewing per day.
Your home theater system
You don't have a collection of home theater components; you have a home theater system. And as with any system, the better integrated each element is with every other element, the better the system performs. And, when it comes to home theater, one word sums up system integration: connectivity. For seamless setup and integration into your system, the Sharp LC52D85U features a wide variety of connectivity options. First, five HDMI inputs deliver an abundance of the most advanced HD audio/video connection available (for more information HDMI, read "HDMIncredible" below). For further HD connectivity, this LCD offers two HD component-video inputs with 1080p compatibility. Finally, two composite-video and one S-video input serve up versatile standard definition audio and video, while four L/R audio inputs offer multiple audio connections.
Get tuned in
Geared up and ready for the up-and-coming digital transition (the government mandated switch to all-digital television broadcasting) your new Sharp LC52D85U comes equipped with digital ATSC and QAM tuners. These digital tuners make receiving and enjoying digitally broadcast content — whether from the air or from cable or satellite — easy and worry-free.
HDMIncredible
Bringing you the absolute best in connectivity, Sharp's LC52D85U features five HDMI connections. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the only interface in consumer electronics that can carry both uncompressed high-definition (HD) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all HD formats including 720p, 1080i and even 1080p. Your incoming media content comes in a variety of sizes, resolutions and formats, and with that in mind, HDMI systems automatically configure to display that content in the most effective format. Since HDMI carries all channels on video and audio, there is only one cable to plug into any HDMI-enabled source and display device. No more complicated cable set-up when installing your home theater system, and no more ugly cable mess behind your components. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on this single cable. Also, HDMI is fully backward-compatible with DVI. (Please note that a physical adapter, sold separately, is needed to make the conversion from HDMI to DVI.)
Avoid the 'No Wire' ire
The advent of HDMI has been monumental in the advancement of all your favorite audio and video gadgets. Don't miss out on all that your new LC52D85U offers — in terms of high-definition audio and video connectivity — by leaving a set of HDMI cables off the list. Vann's sales representatives are here to explain all your options, so you can make the best purchase and get the most out of your HD system. Call for expert advice: 1-800-769-5668.
ENERGY STAR of approval
Seeking to meet your demand to reduce energy use and preserve the environment, Sharp has made sure that the LC52D85U meets the U.S. government's standard for ENERGY STAR qualification. What does the ENERGY STAR qualification mean? ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. For the family or homeowner, energy efficient choices can reduce energy consumption and expenses by up to one third while resulting in similar savings of greenhouse gas emissions, without sacrificing features, style or comfort. ENERGY STAR helps you make the energy efficient choice. When a product boasts the ENERGY STAR qualification, this means the product meets stringent government standards set by the EPA and US Department of Energy for conserving both energy and the environment. So whether you are concerned for the environment, your pocket book or both, this appliance helps ensure both are given an easier load to bear.
Comparison Specifications
- Screen size: 52" class (52.03" measured diagonally) / 10-bit Advanced SuperView/Black TFT LCD panel / 1920 x 1080p resolution
- Aspect ratio: Widescreen 16:9
- Viewing angle: 176° x 176°
- Progressive features: 120Hz Fine Motion frame-rate conversion / Spectral Contrast Engine
- Best video inputs: 5 HDMI v1.3
- Other inputs: 2 HD component video (1080p compatible) / One 15-pin RGB PC in / 1 S-video / 2 composite video (A/V) / One 9-pin RS-232C / 3 L/R audio inputs / 1 RF
- Built-in speakers: 2 recessed, bottom-mounted 15W speakers
- Mounting options: Table stand included / Wall-mountable with optional bracket AN-52AG4
- Remote control
Additional Specifications
- Outputs: 1 optical digital audio output
- Panel brightness: 450 cd/m²
- Lamp life: 60,000 hours to half life
- Tuners: ATSC / NTSC / QAM
- Contrast ratio: Dynamic: 10,000:1 / Native: 2,000:1
- Panel response time: 4ms
- Back-light system: 3-wavelength
- ENERGY STAR qualified
- AQOUS LINK™
Manufacturer Specifications
- Cabinet color: High-gloss black
- Power source: 120V
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: Without stand: 49.3" W x 31.34" H x 3.78" D / With stand: 49.3" W x 33.39" H x 12.96" D
- Weight: Without stand: 52.9 lbs / With stand: 62.8 lbs
Sharp LC52D85U Warranty Details
1-year parts and labor warranty
