Whether you're upgrading your home office or looking to transform your entertainment system, Sharp's high-definition AQUOS LC-32D7U Advanced Super View LCD television is just the ticket. This magnificent 32-inch set is picture-frame thin yet still houses both standard NTSC and digital ATSC (HDTV) tuners, as well as all necessary inputs and output jacks for integrating a range of gear. The 1,366 x 768-resolution television requires no supplementary DTV receiver boxes, however; it's ready to go right out of the box.
The LC-32D7U's widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio matches that of your favorite movies, and it's compatible with high-definition video sources up to full 1080i resolution. The set includes 2 detachable, high-aperture aluminum speakers powered by 10 watts per channel and enhanced by BBE sound and Mach 3 Bass. At just 4.25 inches deep without its detachable stand, the TV's as unobtrusive as a big-screen TV can get, and it's versatile enough to handle wall or table placement.
Sharp's proprietary Quick Shoot video circuit ensures a lightning-quick response time of less than 16 ms for smooth-as-silk video and gaming graphics. The set's authorized CableCARD ability means the set will also receive digital cable television systems services directly from the cable operator without requiring a bulky, external cable box.
LCD screens offer a number of benefits over CRT monitors and televisions, including general ease of use, freedom from eye strain (no screen flickering or radiation emissions), quiet operation (no high-pitch "flyback" noise, an issue with CRT TVs), accurate image geometry (no curvature distortion or susceptibility to magnetic interference from, say, speakers), long screen life (no risk of image burn-in), space savings, and light weight/easy positioning. They also tend to be cheaper and, to some eyes, slightly more natural looking than their plasma flat-panel counterparts, which usually "spec" higher (higher brightness, higher contrast ratio).
The LC-32D7U's Advanced Super View/black TFT (thin-film-transistor) screen offers exceptionally wide (170- by 170-degree) viewing angles and an extraordinary contrast ratio of 800:1 for super-black blacks. Its high brightness (450 cd/m2) ensures wide dynamic range for vivid colors, great depth, and realism. You can place it anywhere--near windows, doors, or other light sources--and its picture will remain vivid. And, with its 60,000-hour lamp life, the backlight life is long enough to give you viewing pleasure for many years.
Connections consist of 2 high-definition component-video inputs, 1 DVI-I PC input (Digital Visual Interface-Integrated), 1 HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) input, 3 composite-video inputs, 1 S-video input, and 1 RF input (HDTV reception may require an antenna). An audio/video output (composite- and S-video with stereo analog audio) facilitates hookup with a surround receiver, DVR, VCR, or other destination. An optical digital-audio output lets you channel multichannel Dolby Digital surround audio for select DTV broadcasts to a compatible audio/video surround receiver and speaker system.
DVI-I is a direct-digital DVI terminal capable of transmitting both analog and digital video data. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver) with your TV or monitor. HDMI supports standard-definition (SD), enhanced definition (ED), or high-definition (HD) video, plus multi-channel digital audio--all using a single cable. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports up to 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements.
What's in the Box
LCD TV, detachable speakers, table stand, and a user's manual.
Sharpâs LC-32D7U AQUOS(R) is a state-of-the-art 32" widescreen1 HDTV that can easily enhance the decor of any family room, living room or den. With a 16:9 aspect ratio, HDTV resolution of 1366 x 768, Sharpâs Emmy(R) award-winning LCD technology and breathtaking color purity, it is a next-generation TV to carry you into the high-definition future. The LC-32D7U utilizes Sharpâs proprietary Advanced Super View/Black TFT Panel, which provides levels of high brightness (450 cd/m2), an 800:1 contrast ratio, and wide viewing angles (170Âș x 170Âș). The LC-32D7U is Digital Cable Ready, including a CableCARDâs proprietary Quick Shoot video circuit, which enables a fast response time of less than 16 ms.Optional Wall Mount Brackets are also available: AN-37AG2 (Tilting) and AN-LCGWF (Flat).Next-Generation 16:9 LCD Panels from Sharpâs new state-of-the-art Kameyama factory. Wide XGA (1366 x 768) Resolution displays HDTV program images in 720p and is compatible with off-air (terrestrial), cable and satellite HDTV broadcasts.2 High Brightness(450 cd/m2) AQUOS Liquid Crystal Televisions are very bright. You can put them anywhere -- even near windows, doors or other light sources -- and the picture will still be vivid. High Contrast Ratio (800:1) provides incredible images whether you're watching dark or bright scenes. Wide Viewing Angl