Description:
The Sharp LC-52D64U is a 52-inch, liquid crystal display television.
Compared to other liquid crystal display TVs on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $2,010.
This unit 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.
This is larger than the average TV on the market today, but is to be expected for a TV of this price.
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 unit 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:
A liquid crystal display TV, suited for home entertainment as well as work place applications.
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:
In general, this TV's features are in line with its price.
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
.