Fit more resolution in less space

Once again, Sharp has established a new design standard for LCD TVs. With a screen size of 52", the AQUOS LC52SB55U raises the bar by fitting large screen sizes into incredibly small footprints. By changing the layout of circuits inside the LCD panel and by reducing the number of parts, Sharp engineers developed the Slim-line design which reduces depth by 25%, allowing placement of the LC52SB55U in virtually any setting. Not only is the bezel of this set very small, the thickness of the LC52SB55U has been kept remarkably thin. The LC52SB55U utilizes Sharp's proprietary Advanced Super View/Black TFT Panel with multi-pixel technology, providing 10,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio with Enhanced Picture Contrast Technology and 6ms response time. The LC46D64U features built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuners and includes 4 HDMI inputs, compatible with 1080p signals, a PC input and 2 HD component video inputs.

The quality is breathtaking

With full HD spec 1080p resolution, dramatically enhanced black level and an elegant new design, the AQUOS LC52SB55U produces a breathtaking picture quality that is second to none. The AQUOS LC52SB55U utilizes the next generation of Sharp's proprietary Advanced Super View/Black TFT Panel with multi-pixel technology, providing a native 2000:1 contrast ratio and a dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1 with Enhanced Picture Contrast Technology. It also delivers a 6ms response time and wide viewing angles (176-degree, horizontal and vertical).

Multi-pixel technology

Great style and performance don't just happen. It takes a commitment to quality, an incredibly talented team of professionals and a vision for innovation. Sharp, a global leader in Liquid Crystal Televisions year after year, continually raises the bar for outstanding quality and high performance. Take the LC52SB55U's Multi-Pixel technology, for example. By dividing each pixel into two sections and developing an advanced driving system, Sharp's new Multi-Pixel Technology delivers more natural and accurate color reproduction when viewing the screen from virtually any angle.

Four-wavelength backlight system

The conventional three-wavelength red, green and blue LCD backlight just got better. Sharp has vastly improved natural color reproduction with the development of its four-wavelength backlight system, adding a remarkably vivid crimson red to the palette — and changing the way LCD TV is viewed. With Sharp, the color possibilities are endless.

Get connected

With an eye on the technological horizon, Sharp included the most advanced connections available with the LC52SB55U. HDMI is the industry standard for high-definition programming, bringing all-digital video and audio signals into your TV in ONE cable, and doing it without any form of compression, and its attendant loss of quality. The LC52SB55U has three 1080p-compatible HDMI (version 1.3) connections. And, because not all homes have warp-sped into the Jetson era, dual HD component video input allows for your legacy components to continue their service without pause or problem. S-video and composite inputs round out the offering of options.

The future looks Sharp

The Sharp Liquid Crystal Television plant in Kameyama, Japan, represents the ultimate example of economic efficiency, social-mindedness and environmental conservation. Combining Sharp's vast experience and knowledge in R&D and mass production, including 50 years of TV and 30 years of LCD production, the Sharp Kameyama plant is a world-class facility for the manufacture and assembly of LCD panels. And they have a new plant, the world's first facility to adopt 8th generation glass substrates, which are roughly twice as large as the substrates used in the number one plant. Plant number two is specially designed for the production of glass for LC-TV screen sizes in the 40" through 50" range and will provide a steady supply of medium to large panels to respond to the growing worldwide demand for digital and high definition compatible flat panel televisions. The Kameyama plant was designated as a "Super Green Factory." A cogeneration system and a photovoltaic power generation system supply the plant with approximately one-third of its energy needs. Combined with a waste-heat recovery system that transforms waste heat into air conditioning, Sharp reduces CO2 emissions by 40% a year. In addition, the plant collects all the watewater from the production process and recycles it using water purification technology. Via its Super Green Strategy, by the year 2010, Sharp plans to completely offset its production of greenhouse gas emissions by way of energy savings from new energy-efficient products and energy creation through the proliferation of Sharp solar cells.

Included:

Remote control, batteries for remote, table stand, operation manual.

Comparison Specifications

• 52" screen size (measured diagonally), 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio
• 176° viewing angle (horizontal and vertical)
• 4 HDMI Inputs (1 Side, 2 Rear), 2 component inputs, 1 S-video input, 2 composite inputs
• PC input (15-Pin RGB x 1), 4 L/R audio inputs
• 10W + 10W audio power output
• Table stand included
• Remote control included

Additional Specifications

• ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuner
• Advanced super view/black TFT LCD panel type
• 2000:1 Native/10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio with enhanced picture contrast technology
• 450cd/m2 luminance
• 60,000 hour lamp life
• 4-wavelength backlight
• 6ms quick shoot response time with fine motion mode on
• Multi-pixel technology
• High gloss black cabinet
• V-Chip (parental control)

Manufacturer Specifications

• Picture adjustments: backlight, contrast, brightness, color, tint, sharpness
• Color temperature adjustment (5 settings)
• Film mode (3:2 pull-down)

Dimensional Specifications

• Dimensions: 33.78 H x 49.30" W x 13.5" D
• Weight: 101.4 lbs

Sharp LC52SB55U Warranty Details

1 year limited warranty