Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U

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Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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CNET did not review the Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U, but we did review a larger model in the same series.

Review:

Although CNET did not review the 42-inch Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U, we did review the 46-inch Sharp Aquos LC-46D85U. Judging from their spec sheets, the two Sharp flat-panel LCDs are identical but for screen size, so we expect the picture quality of the 46-inch model to provide a good indication of how the 42-incher will perform. For more information, check out the full review of the Sharp Aquos LC-46D85U.

Although CNET did not review the 42-inch Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U, we did review the 46-inch Sharp Aquos LC-46D85U. Judging from their spec sheets, the two Sharp flat-panel LCDs are identical but for screen size, so we expect the picture quality of the 46-inch model to provide a good indication of how the 42-incher will perform. For more information, check out the full review of the Sharp Aquos LC-46D85U. Hide Review

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Average User Rating

2.5 stars out of 4 user reviews

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  • 4 star: 1
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  • 2 star: 1
  • 1 star: 1

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0.5 stars

"Great while it lasted but died way too soon" By dktobin

Pros: Great picture; Good side viewing

Cons: Would have been a great TV had it lasted like our 20+ year old RCA XL-100 which we now watch.

Summary: After 2 1/2 years, the LCD display died. Cost to replace $3700; Cost at time of purchase $ 1499. Bought from Circuit City after extensive literature review which mentioned among other attributes that Sharps were reliable and long lasting. Also mentioned since it was LCD technology, if there was anything ... Expand full review

4.5 stars

"High-End Performance at a Budget Price" By pmh1939

Pros: Picture Clarity, Color Realism, Depth Resolution. Effectiveness of 120hz processing. 10 Bit Panel is a genuine high fidelity instrument. Simulated surround processing very effective. Extraordinary picture with Sharp BluRay player.

Cons: Due to Energy Saving design, not as bright as previous generation Sharp TVs unless control is boosted quite high.

Summary: We have owned this TV for six months. We have two other Sharp LCD TVs. To our eyes they are superior to others in their picture clarity and their ability to reproduce life-like (not cartoonish) colors.
This TV reproduces a subtle color pallet and has all the controls you may ... Expand full review

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