Sharp AQUOS LC52BD80U 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with Built-In Blu-ray Player

by Sharp

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.5 x 49.4 x 34.1 inches ; 67.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 78 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: B001R23JS0
• Item model number: LC52BD80U
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #73,659 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

From the Manufacturer Manufacturer's Review (February 1, 2009)
Sharp makes it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite movies in spectacular 1080p high-definition quality by including an integrated Blu-ray Disc Player with its BD80 series LCD HDTVs. It combines the convenience of an all-in-one home theater solution with Sharp's new Superlucent Advanced Super View (ASV) panel for a dramatically bright and crisp picture. The slot-loading Blu-ray Disc Player placed on the back of the HDTV is also backward-compatible with DVD and CD titles.

In addition to this 52-inch LC52BD80U model, the Sharp AQUOS BD80 1080p/Blu-ray LCD HDTV Series also includes a 46-inch version. (Learn more about what size TV should you get.)

Full HD 1080p resolution produces a crisp picture, and Sharp's Spectral Contrast Engine XD (Extreme Dark) provides a high dynamic contrast ratio, enabling deep blacks and vibrant colors, and a special dejudder feature results in the smooth reproduction of film content. The 4ms response time delivers amazingly accurate picture quality and Sharp's 120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced circuit provides the ultimate in fast-motion image processing. All BD80 models feature built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuners, high-performance speakers with 20 watts of total power, and the following inputs: four HDMI, two component, one PC, one composite, one S-Video, and one RS-232C.

The blue-accented Sharp BD80-series HDTV with integrated Blu-ray Disc player on the back.

Key Features

• Slot-loading Blu-ray Disc Player on the back enables easy operation of Blu-ray Disc content and offers backwards compatibility with DVDs and CDs (Learn more)
• AQUOS Pure Mode automatically senses the aspect ratio of the Blu-ray title being played and optimizes the TV's view mode for the best possible HD picture possible.
• 10-Bit Panel offers more colors (Learn more)
• Full HD 1080p resolution (Learn more)
• Spectral Contrast Engine XD (Extreme Dark) dynamic contrast ratio with 450 nit brightness
• 4ms response time
• 60,000 hour lamp life
• Wide viewing angles (176°H x 176°W) enable viewing from practically anywhere in the room
• 120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced for the ultimate in fast-motion picture quality
• OPC function: Automatically alters brightness to adjust to changing room conditions
• Six 1080p compatible inputs including four HDMI (v1.3 with Deep Color) and two HD component inputs
• Built-in tuners: ATSC, QAM and NTSC tuners provide access to DTV and analog TV channels.
• Manufacturing including a solar-powered factory (Learn more)
• Picture-in-Picture enables convenient simultaneous viewing of TV programs and video or PC sources.
• V-Chip system allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by the parent to contain objectionable content.
• Trilingual on-screen displays in English, Spanish or French
• Removable swivel table stand included
• Energy Star v3.0 compliant
• 1 year parts and 1 year labor warranty

Connections
A variety of multimedia devices can be connected to the set through any one of the four HDMI 1.3 inputs, and the customizable remote lets you control all your CEC-enabled peripherals using just one device. HDMI is the best performing interface for displaying an HD source on an HDTV. With the convenient 15-pin dSub connection, you can connect to your computer system and play your favorite PC games.

• 4 HDMI (1080p compatible)
• 2 component (1080p compatible)
• 1 S-Video
• 1 composite
• 1 RS-232C (9-pin)
• 1 PC input
• 4 audio (L/R)

Dimensions

• TV with stand: 49.4 x 34.1 x 14.5 inches (WxHxD)
• TV without stand: 49.4 x 32.1 x 5.1 inches (WxHxD)

What's in the Box
HDTV, remote control with batteries, power cord, printed user instructions

Learn More

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Integrated Blu-ray Disc Player

The Blu-ray Disc format has full 1080P resolution capability, and it enables you to take advantage of the latest surround sound formats such as Dolby TrueHD. This means you will enjoy high quality lossless 7.1 Channel digital surround (48KHz only ) that is bit for bit the equivalent of a master recording. Sharp's Quick Start feature allows you to enjoy viewing high definition content on your big screen quicker than most other Blu-ray Disc players. Unlike many other Blu-ray Disc players, the BD80-series has an impressive startup time allowing you to begin watching your movies in approximately 10 seconds (time may vary depending on movie content, and the feature can be turned off). Additionally, the Blu-ray player features AQUOS Pure Mode, which automatically senses the aspect ratio of the Blu-ray title being played and optimizes the TV's view mode for the best possible HD picture possible. Even your existing standard definition DVD library can look better than ever because Blu-ray Disc players are backwards compatible with your DVDs. By optimizing standard DVD playback signals to 1080P (when displayed on a 1080P capable HDTV with HDMI technology), the Blu-ray Disc player can deliver more picture and sound quality.

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Full HD 1080P Resolution

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. This technology improves extreme-angle viewing by approximately 60 percent. Full HD, or 1080p, contains 1920 x 1080 pixels, 1.5 times more scanning lines than conventional HD TVs. More scanning lines mean more pixels, more details and a better picture. Sharp’s 1080p panel uses a impressively high-speed liquid crystal to cut response time to 6ms. The fast response time keeps images smooth even in the midst of high-speed motion.

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Superlucent Advanced Super View (ASV) LCD 10-Bit Panel

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 percent, allowing placement of the BD80-series televisions in virtually any setting. Sharp’s innovative LCD panel technology, Advanced Super View panels provide pure whites, deep blacks and a vivid range of color. The panel provides a dynamic contrast ratio up to 27,000:1 and LCD TV industry leading 4ms response time for true film-like smoothness. A 10-bit panel increases the color capability from more than 16 million colors to more than one billion colors. This means richer color and a more accurate, more brilliant depiction of the world on screen The new ASV Superlucent Panel applies an ultra-smooth finish that minimizes gloss, providing an excellent balance of light control that cuts down reflection from the panel. The leveled panel surface draws together external light and intensifies the panel brightness and contrast. The clear pictures reproduced on this panel takes full advantage of the details of a 1080p panel.

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Manufacturing

Opened in 2006, the Sharp LCD television plant in Kameyama, Japan, includes one of the world's largest roof-mounted solar electricity installations. All Sharp factories achieved green status according to international recommendations that combine economic efficiency, social-mindedness and environmental conservation. At the factories, cogeneration and photovoltaic power generation systems supply approximately one-third of the total energy used. Combined with an on-site fuel cell system that converts energy without combustion, Sharp has reduced CO2 emissions by 40 percent per year. It's Sharp's goal that by 2010, the emissions avoided through the use of Sharp's energy-creating and energy-saving products worldwide will equal their annual global emissions. All Sharp products are designed and manufactured to virtually eliminate lead, mercury and cadmium.

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Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

Product Description

Are you looking for the perfect entertainment combo? How about combining a Full HD 1080p LCD with a built-in Blu-ray Disc™ player? Now your family can enjoy the ultimate in space-saving Full HD video playback featuring Sharp's new Superlucent ASV panel. With optimized display properties, fast response time, and new AQUOS Pure mode, this LC52DB80U provides a stellar picture from disc-to-display all in a single product. For an even better viewing experience check out the LC52BD80U- featuring 10 bit ASV LCD panel and 120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced Mode.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great value & product - super sharp and good color rendition, May 22, 2009

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C. Chen (Erie, CO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sharp AQUOS LC52BD80U 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with Built-In Blu-ray Player (Electronics)

This is our first LCD HDTV to replace our Sony rear-projection HDTV. We have it now for a month, and we are very happy with it.

Prior to placing the order, I visited a local electronic store comparing Sharp TV with other name brands. This particular model was not available in the showroom at the time. At the first, I was not totally impressed with Sharp's HDTV because it did not have as good black level and contrast comparing to Sony XBR series. After researching on the internet, I learned that this model has many of same features and use the same technologies employed by Sharp last year's Special Edition HDTV that costed around $5K range. I went ahead and placed the order.

The new monitor arrived in good condition. The initial setup was quick and easy, simply follwing its wizard. The setup procedure picked up many analog and clear QAM channels off the cable. I particularly like its feature that allows me to surf both analog and digital channels without switching between the modes like other DVR machine does. I could also individually define which channel to skip. Its remote allows me to program my favorite channels as "quick keys". Very nice feature.

Out of box color is vivid and vibrant, and the black level is deep just like other more expensive Sony XBRs. This TV comes with advanced video tuning capabilities. Besides the typical backlighting, contrast, brightness, sharpness and tint, I could fine-tune white balance, individual color channels. I found this TV only requires minor brightness adjustment to suit my viewing preferences. This TV "shines" when playing back Blu-Ray material such as Pirate of Caribbean with its built-in player.

This TV has plenty of input/output connectors. Specifically, I like the fact it has an optical audio output to my home theater system. BTW, that is a must because the built-in speakers is very wimpy.

For anyone who is thinking about buying a LCD HDTV, you will not regret with this one.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sharp Aquos LC52Bd80U, May 16, 2009

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Tharla (MS USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sharp AQUOS LC52BD80U 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with Built-In Blu-ray Player (Electronics)

Very happy with recent purchase of the Sharp Aquos 52 inch HDTV. The quality of the picture is excellent. The biggest problem was getting the satellite hook up for HD, after that hurdle, it has really been enjoyable watching TV. Haven't tried the blu-ray player yet, but the satellite installer was impressed with it. This is our first HDTV so we are still exploring all the features. The shipping from Amazon was very quick. We were a bit nervous ordering the TV online without actually seeing it, but the delivery went well and we are happy with our new TV. We had been looking for almost a year before we made the purchase and we believe we made the right choice.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome combo and good value, September 10, 2009

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This review is from: Sharp AQUOS LC52BD80U 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with Built-In Blu-ray Player (Electronics)

After 3 months, we are still wowed. This is my 3rd Sharp TV. The best of any flat-screen I've purchased. Superb picture. Unlike other reviews here, it keeps up with any sport. No problems processing fast images, baseball, football, tennis, motor sports, whatever. DVD and Blu-Ray is awesome. Up convert for DVD works well on this as well. Definitely better than standard DVD quality. It appears almost as good as full HD. Was worried disc player would not allow me to hang it on a wall mount. No problem. Plenty of clearance with this layout. All around phenomenal at a good value.