Description:
The Sharp AQUOS LC-52D64U is a 52-inch, LCD television.
Compared to other LCD TVs on the market, it is inexpensive at around $1,760.
This TV is an LCD display, which is generally the best kind of flat-panel screen for viewing in brightly-lit rooms.
Pros:
Has a 52-inch screen size, which is larger than some similarly priced TVs.
By way of comparison, the average cost of a product with this large a screen size is $3,445.
With built-in HDTV compatibility, this TV set can display images that are significantly sharper and more realistic than regular television, as long as the source is high definition.
(It can easily render standard-resolution digital TV broadcasts and also depict the full resolution of widescreen DVD video.)
The 3:2 pulldown feature of this TV reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD.
Cons:
Has only a rear connector location.
Suitability:
An LCD TV, suited for home theater.
In general, a wide aspect TV such as this one is ideal for DVD movies recorded in the popular 16:9 format, as well as high definition programming.
Value:
Given its inexpensive price, this TV has good features for the money.
Suggestions:
(1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, read CNET editors'
Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide
.
(2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, CNET encourages households to recycle their electronics.
Please explore the following website to find a recycling center in your area
Electronics Take Back Coalition
.