Sharp Aquos LC46D82U 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV Review
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.
Sharp Aquos LC46D82U 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV Feature
- 46″ HDTV LCD-TV with Full HD 1080p Resolution
- 120Hz Frame Rate Conversion
- Five 1080p inputs (3 HDMI, 2 Component)
- 10,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
- 4ms Response Time
Sharp Aquos LC46D82U 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV Overview
The AQUOS LC-46D82U LCD Television sets a new standard for large-screen flat panel TVs. With Full HD 1080p resolution, dramatically enhanced black level and an elegant new design, it produces a breathtaking picture quality that is second to none. The LC-46D82U utilizes Sharp’s proprietary Advanced Super View/Black TFT Panel with multi-pixel technology, providing 10,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, 4ms response time and wide viewing angles (176? H x 176? V). In addition, the LC-46D82U includes 120 Hz frame rate conversion for superior fast-motion image processing. The LC-46D82U is an HDTV with built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuners and includes 3 HDMI inputs, compatible with 1080p signals, and 2 HD 1080p component video inputs. The LC-46D82U features a sleek piano black cabinet with subtle, recessed bottom-mounted speakers and a unique blue LED light under the Sharp logo.
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