Sharp Aquos LC46D82U 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

5 comments

1. 

   Yuhong Liu on November 27, 2009 at 6:31 am

   First, this LCD TV has gorgeous outlook, which makes luxury feeling.
   
   2nd, the glass cover makes it easier to clean.
   
   3rd, the most important is its image is sharp and color is amazing.
   
   One improvement could be done is to have its stand be flexible for the TV move certain angles (say 15 degree).
   

2. 

   Raul G. on November 27, 2009 at 7:55 am

   Few possessions inspire as much emotional response as electronics – and specifically the amount televisions do. For that reason I’m a bit hesitant to review the Sharp Aquos LC46D82U. So I will begin by stating clearly that while I believe the 82U – and now the 84U – are the best TV’s in the mid-ranged HDTV market, there are better televisions out there – though not at a mid-range price point.

   Now to the details, I’ve owned my 82U for a little over one year and in that time I’ve watched everything from 1080p Blu-Ray movies, standard definition and HD cable, 480p DVDs and upconverted 1080i DVDs. I’ve also used the set for gaming and have tried everything from Sony’s PS2 and PS3 to a Nintendo Wii. The obvious conclusion from viewing all of those different formats is that the better the source the better your picture will be.

   High definition sources such as Blu-Ray movies and games all look astounding. As expected standard definition sources look just “okay”. In my experience using the Aquos (and other 16:9 HDTVs) is that standard definition content is best viewed in letterbox or 4:3. Stretching the picture to fill a 16:9 screen results in less than desirable picture quality. Either way adjusting the picture size is as simple as a button press on the remote. Watch what looks best to you.

   The LC46D82U offers a fantastic 4 millisecond response time meaning that the motion blur once attributable to LCDs is gone. Content once the bane of LCDs such as games and sports programs are easily handled by the Aquos.

   The available dynamic backlight offers a continual adjusting light engine that can create rich black levels and vibrant bright colors. Out of the box the Aquos offers several factory presets for lighting and picture control though thankfully each is independently adjustable. My advice is to acquire a configuration disc to properly tune the settings for optimal picture quality. Several stores also offer professional set up services though I think they’re generally overpriced.

   One of my favorite features of the Aquos is the construction of the actual screen. The Aquos offers one of the best screens I’ve encountered in HDTVs. The material of the screen serves to deaden ambient light while allowing for tremendous picture quality. What it means is that the Aquos can be successfully utilized in even very bright rooms without experiencing a washed out picture.

   The speakers included with the Aquos are functional and aren’t intended to provide a movie theater like experience. The slim profile of the Aquos being the main restriction to the size and output of the speakers. That said I’ve found no gripe with what’s included. The speakers are clear and play sufficiently loud to satisfy those used to television speakers.

   Before I purchased my Aquos I heavily researched competitors in it’s class. What I found was that the Aquos suited by needs and budget best. I would recommend others to do the same. All told I am extremely pleased with the my Aquos and recommend it to anyone looking for a mid-ranged HDTV.

3. 

   Rob Witt on November 27, 2009 at 10:39 am

   great picture quality, awsome for gaming, amazing HD quality but the sound tends to switch between mono and stereo during movies and tv shows. a little box shows up in the corner of the screen but not sure if you can turn that option off.

4. 

   PicoBoy on November 27, 2009 at 11:26 am

   I bought this TV two months ago. The TV is great. Amazon is a dead end in terms of customer service.

   I ordered the TV, which was shipped by Eagle freight from Sharp’s HQ in NJ. It arrived, and I made the mistake of picking it up on the weekend from thier SoCal shipping center (so I wouldn’t have to take time off waiting for a delivery truck). Well, I got the TV home, put together and the monitor was damaged in shipping (yes, everyone’s fear).

   I called Amazon and they told me that a new one would be shipped and that I just had to return the old one in its packaging when Eagle delivered the new one. Eight or nine days later, four hours after the delivery window, it arrived. Eagle unpacked it, it worked, they took the damaged TV, and they were gone.

   Then I recieved an email from Amazon stating that if I didn’t return the original TV, they were going to charge me. So I logged on to their site and wrote them an email telling them exactly what happened. I got an email saying that they would look for it and there should not be a problem. Well, two months later, they have not found it, so they charged my credit card an additional $2100 for a TV that thier delivery people picked up exactly as I was told by Amazon would happen. Now I have to fight them for the $2100 they billed me.

   Amazon sends these notices announcing they are charging you $2100, but you cant respond to thier emails. You have to log on, fill out an email form, put in your order number, and reexplain what happenned. It feels like you are communicating with a black hole, especially when they do not allow you to respond directly to their emails, but have to start the whole process over anew. It reminds me of calling a credit card call center where no one really cares or pays attention to what you are saying.

   My advice: Think Globally, Buy (& return) Locally.

5. 

   B. Zisson on November 27, 2009 at 1:09 pm

   I bought this Sharp Aquos and the crisp picture quality is excellent!. Amazon price was a great deal and the White Glove Delivery service was handled very professionally. I would recommend this TV to any HDTV Fan!