Sharp AQUOS LC60E88UN 60-Inch 1080p X-Gen Panel TV, Black

by Sharp

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17.6 x 56.6 x 29.5 inches ; 92.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 115 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B003B56LFY
• Item model number: LC60E88UN
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (59 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,215 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 5, 2010

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The AQUOS LC-60E88UN 60-inch class (60-1/32 inches diagonal) is a high-performance large screen LCD TV. With Sharp's Full HD 1080p X-Gen Panel and true 240Hz Fine Motion Enhanced, it delivers breathtaking picture quality. It boasts built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuners and 4 HDMI inputs, as well as two HD 1080p component inputs. With a sleek piano black cabinet and subtle recessed bottom-mounted speakers, it's a great centerpiece for your entertainment system.

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Breathtaking HD Entertainment

X-Gen Panel

Sharp's X-Gen panel provides a wider aperture allowing more light to pass through, which requires fewer backlighting elements to create an extremely bright image. Also, because the re-designed LCD panel has less ribs than traditional panels, the pixels are better sealed which enables nearly all light to be blocked resulting in darker images. The result is a fantastic image, in full HD 1080p resolution.

240Hz Fine Motion Advanced

Sharp uses a unique algorithm to create images that help smooth sharp edges on moving objects, like a running play in football, a player swinging a bat, or a car chase. By creating new images and filling in the gaps, motion appears smoother and less jumpy. The result is a smoother picture with more detail.

OPC (Optical Picture Control)

Most television viewing does not take place under perfect lighting conditions--sometimes you watch TV with daylight streaming in the windows, and other times you watch in the middle of the night while your spouse tries to sleep beside you. Sharp's OPC (Optical Picture Control) system automatically adjusts the TV's brightness level based on ambient light, so you'll be able to see a bright picture in a bright room and a not too bright one when the room is pitch black--automatically. Think of OPC as an automatic light-sensing dimmer for your television.

Enjoy brilliant lights and deep blacks with Sharp's X-Gen panel.

240Hz Fine Motion Advanced helps smooth motion, for a sharp picture on moving objects.

Built-in Tuners

The LC-60E88UN includes ATSC/NTSC tuners to receive off-air broadcasts, as well as digital cable QAM capability for receiving non-scrambled digital cable programming. It's ready for available DTV and analog TV programming.

Great Connectivity

The LC-60E88UN features six 1080p compatible inputs (4 HDMI and 2 HD Component), along with composite and audio L/R connectors. A standard 15-pin D-sub PC connector lets you use it as a PC monitor, and the included RS-232C port lets you control your television using third-party home control and automation systems.

In addition, this TV is fitted with a USB port. Pop in a USB thumb drive or connect an external hard drive, and you can view your digital photos (JPG, BMP, PNG formats) or play back hours of music in MP3 format.

Finally, AQUOS Link capability enables convenient control of AQUOS Blu-ray Disc Players using your TV remote.

Vyper Drive

Vyper Drive game mode helps to eliminate the lag time between the game console and TV. When Game Mode is activated, the signal is streamlined resulting in transmission 5x faster than normal mode.

Solid Audio

A pair of bottom-mounted speakers provide 20 Watts (10w + 10w) of audio, enough to fill most rooms. Sharp's "Sound Surround" feature creates a surround effect using just two speakers.

Sharp AQUOS: Environmentally Conscious LCD TVs

Sharp designed AQUOS LCD TVs to require fewer resources for manufacture... and less energy to use. Most Sharp LCD TVs are ENERGY STAR qualified and feature low energy consumption and extended operating life. Sharp is committed to setting new standards for energy efficiency and environmental friendliness by minimizing waste and greenhouse gases in all Sharp factories. We are constantly improving conservation technologies and programs in the packaging, transportation, use, recycling and safe disposal of our products. Sharp Green Front Sakai brings the world two products: energy-saving LCD panels and energy-creating solar panels.

LC-60E88UN Select Specifications

Video
Screen Size (Diagonal):	60-1/32 Inches
Panel Type:	X-Gen LCD Panel
Backlight System:	CCFL
Resolution:	Full 1920 x 1080 HD Resolution
Viewing Angles:	176º H / 176º V
Response Time:	4ms
Aspect Ratio:	16:9
Tuner:	ATSC / QAM / NTSC
Inputs
HDMI:	4
HD Component:	2 (1080p compatible)
Composite Video:	RCA x 2
RS-232C:	1
Audio Inputs (L/R):	4 RCA
PC	1 (15-pin D-sub)
Weight and Dimensions
Dimensions (WxHxD):	56-5/8 x 35-11/64 x 4-45/64 Inches (56-5/8 x 37-29/64 x 17-9/16 Inches With Stand)
Weight:	81.6 lbs. (92.6 lbs. with stand)

What's in the Box

Sharp AQUOS LC-60E88UN 60-Inch 1080p X-Gen Panel TV, Remote Control With Batteries, AC Power Cable, Cable Clamp, Documentation

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

61 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Buy!, June 1, 2010

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Lizzy (CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sharp AQUOS LC60E88UN 60-Inch 1080p X-Gen Panel TV, Black (Electronics)

I bought this TV from Video and Audio Center and I received it less than a week after I ordered it. The LCD screen looks amazing, the colors are vivid and they are very sharp. My roommate had a brand new Pioneer Elite PRO 60" Plasma (an $8,000 TV), so when he moved and took it with him I didn't think I would be satisfied with anything less. I was definitely wrong, the HD experience (based on my perception) is much better on the Sharp LCD. I am still trying to adjust to the realistic look of the picture. The setup was very easy. I also have a very large living room with lots of windows, so I was worried about the lighting, but the OPC feature works very well adjusting the backlight automatically. At first I was hesitant to buy this TV due to the lack of reviews, but it was definitely worth the risk.

In case you are interested, I bought the "Sanus VMPL3-B Tilt Wall Mount for 27" to 84" Displays", and even though it was not very easy to setup, it is of great quality.

83 of 88 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nothing Compares, September 13, 2010

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Derek Kostovick "Derekeys" (Philadelphia, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sharp AQUOS LC60E88UN 60-Inch 1080p X-Gen Panel TV, Black (Electronics)

I have spent over a year debating which tv to get. It all started with a very long conversation with a friend discussing Plasma, LED, LCD, LED-LCD, HZ, ratio contrast, and all the other important numbers when looking at a TV.

First off, if you're looking for a TV with a million bells and whistles... this isn't your TV. If you can't live without 3D ( complete waste of money ), don't get this TV. It will support non-true 3D but still stupid if you ask me. You can only watch Monsters vs Aliens so many times and there are so many times when watching 3D ( I sat there for like an hour ) that your eyes cross over and those glasses are annoying and expensive and you won't have one for all your friends when they come over blah blah blah. 3D... wait for it to get better. Then waste your money.


Now, if you're looking for a TV that outshines every other TV where it matters... the picture... then get this TV.

Let's be honest, in the applicable world of TV watching, we are either watching HD cable or DVD's that are not blu ray, cuz we've probably procured quite a few movies that we love but are not Blu-Ray. Net-Flix does offer blu ray discs, and even Red-Box does blu ray. But for the most part we're gonna be watching the normal stuff. And the normal stuff on this tv becomes unbelievably amazing.
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If you're a gamer... and you like being able to clearly see what's going as you turn 360 degrees quickly, this is the TV for you. The refresh rate allows quick movement without judder. 60" of crystal clear movement will blow you away.

The picture quality is outstanding. The colors are clear and detailed, the blacks are deep and don't shade off when sitting directly next to bright colors. I read another review that the angle changes the quality... ummm I don't think so. I checked it out from every angle and it is flawless. Motion blur, by far the most annoying thing on a TV simply does not happen. The 240hz is like a miracle worker! That's the point right? I mean the high refresh rate just takes it away, no need for some fancy name like Natural Digital Motion, or all the names Samsung and Sony gives it, this TV simply does it all the time.

Some people have referred to this 3D effect that occurs when using the full 240hz 1080p. I own Planet Earth on Blu-Ray and what the heck? Can a TV look any more real? Get this, I was sitting there watching it with some friends, and there was a long swooping camera scene where the camera was coming at a cliff side and it dropped off and over the edge and we all shouted because we thought we were gonna fall off. Yes, there is a 3D effect and it is insanely amazing.

If you're wondering about the LED-LCD version of this tv... it is very good too, but the over all picture just isn't as good as this tv. I would recommend this TV a hundred times over.


60 inches... 240hz... 1080p... under 2k... Unequaled picture quality... yes. Go get this TV.

49 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent LCD TV - a few refinements would make it perfect, August 21, 2010

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Bala Rajagopalan "Bala" (Darien, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sharp AQUOS LC60E88UN 60-Inch 1080p X-Gen Panel TV, Black (Electronics)

I have used this TV for a week now. I ordered it from Amazon, but shipped by Audio and Video Center. I now use it in India.

First, about the vendor who sold the TV. I had never even heard about Audio and Video Center, but they were offering the best price on Amazon for this TV. I called them a couple of times to verify the price and how/when they would be shipping the item. Their customer service folks were courteous and informative, and they shipped the item the same day I ordered on Amazon. It arrived some 3 days later in top-notch condition. I would use them again, and I have put them on my list of trustworthy online retailers.

Now, about the TV. I was looking at both LED-lit LCD as well as plasma models. I would have picked up a direct LED backlight LCD TV, but I couldn't find any in the 60" range. The reviews of edge-lit LED TVs all mentioned issues of uneven backlighting and black-level deficiencies. The plasmas I looked at on the other hand had high power consumption (almost twice that of regular LCDs) and were heavier by 30% - 40%. Plasmas also seemed more fragile during shipping - I saw a number of cases of cracked front panel being reported, which was not good for me (as I wanted to move the TV to India). Overall, I was looking for a TV with great picture quality at a reasonable price in the 60" range, and I took a leap of faith on this Sharp model based on the (few) reviews I had read here in Amazon and elsewhere.

I am glad to say that so far I have found the TV to be extremely good - true to the reviews I had read. It still needs a few refinements, and I would have given it a 4-1/2 star rating if possible. Spefically, the good parts:

- Picture quality: It took me some time to tweak the settings and get the kind of picture I like, but the end result is excellent. With 1080p 24Hz sources (blu-ray movies), the picture is outstanding, with deep enough blacks, natural colors and even backlighting. I do not notice any 3D effect, but even at low backlight settings, the picture is bright enough for me. I have since gone to local stores and looked at edge-lit LED TVs (Sony, Samsung, etc, set to showroom level super-bright pictures). I feel that the PQ of this TV is no less in comparison.

- User interface: Is elegant and simple. There are many settings to manage the PQ and there are several pre-defined A/V modes. You're most likely to be happy with one of the pre-defined modes with some tweaking. I found it useful to both use the settings on the TV and those on the Blu-ray player to get the optimum quality for my tastes.

- Power: The TV can be set in automatic power save mode, which adjusts the backlighting based on ambient light. This works well most of the time. The rated power consumption is 390W at the highest level, and I think most of the time you'll be using much less than this. You can also set the TV to turn off automatically based on no input signal or no activity.

- Advanced features: Active Contrast (which automatically adjusts picture contrast based on the scene) is very useful. I don't find any visible improvements with the 240Hz "Fine Motion" setting. The picture is generally smooth, and where there is very minor motion blur, the 240Hz setting doesn't seem to help. A number of color adjustment settings are given, which one finds best to leave at default values. The "Film Mode" setting - in conjunction with a 1080p 24Hz source - seems to produce smooth picture.

- Panel: The X-gen panel in this TV is dark black (not grayish). This is a different kind of panel than the one in my 4-year old Sony Bravia, which doesn't reflect any light at all. The Sharp panel does reflect some light, but not anywhere close to plasma glass panels. I haven't found this to be an issue, even though the TV is in a room with a lot of ambient light (large windows and glass patio doors).

- Looks: With the dark black panel, the piano-black glossy frame, and the (color-matched) sturdy stand, it looks very nice and classy when it's not running. The speker positioning makes the frame looks slim. The back of the TV is also nicely rounded and very slim.

- Remote: Remote is pre-programmed, universal type, with minimalistic design. Nothing extraordinary about it. Some keys can be lit by pressing a "light" button.

- Unexpected bonus: This TV supports the PAL color system for two of its (composite) video inputs. This is a great feature for me to have in India, where the cable and satellite programming is in PAL. Another bonus is an excellent comb filter, which shows clear picture even with composite video input (which is the case with my satellite box). The TV, however, doesn't have univeral power supply (100-240V), which would have been nice. I have to use a step-down transformer (240 to 120V), but otherwise the TV works fine.

Now for the areas where more work is needed from Sharp:

- Picture: Although Sharp claims a wide viewing angle - and many people have said that the viewing angle on this TV is better than the Sony EX models - the black level does get affected as you move from the exact straight line from the TV. Specifically, you can see the picture getting lighter even from a few degrees to the side. This is not a big concern in a family room setting, but the folks sitting right opposite get the best picture as per your setting. Also, in a fully dark room, you can see the border areas around the movie frame as grayish. In other words, the black levels are best with some ambient lighting and not in a dark room (perhaps as to be expected in a LCD TV).

- Sound: The TV's sound output is weak, but usable in a moderate sized room. There is no bass at all to speak of, and the audio settings like simulated surround and bass enhancer are useless. The speakers in this TV are recessed (behind the frame and down-firing), and this doesn't help the cause of good audio either. I use the TV's speakers only when watching Satellite programming, and find it to be tolerable.

- Build quality: While the stand is solid, and the back is well-done, the frame has a loose feelng when you press it (with some movement). Sharp could have done this better.

- Lack of swivel: This TV cannot be swivelled to suit your sitting position. This is a drawback due to the picture issue mentioned above.

- No S video input: A minor irritant. But with the excellent processing of composite video signals, this doesn't seem to be a big issue.

- No earthing in power cord. Not sure if this is a problem. The power cord supplied is also very short.