1080p 42" Sharp Aquos LCD

[POOPonYOU]

I just purchased this TV from Circuit City online for $1299.99. Just wanted to know if anyone else has this TV and if they do, please tell me the pros and cons before I take it out of the box.

Listed below is a little info about the LCD:

Once again, Sharp, a leader in LCD technology, establishes a new design standard for LCD TVs. With a screen size class of 42", the AQUOS® LC-42D64U raises the bar by fitting large screen sizes into incredibly small footprints. 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%, allowing placement of the LC-42D64U in virtually any setting. The LC-42D64U utilizes Sharp's proprietary Advanced Super View / Black TFT Panel with multi-pixel technology, providing 10,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio with Enhanced Picture Contrast Technology and 4ms response time. The LC-42D64U features built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuners and includes 3 HDMI™ (version 1.3) inputs, compatible with 1080p signals, a PC input and 2 HD component video inputs. Side terminals are included for wall-mounting convenience as well as RS-232C input for control.
Also available in 52" screen

[aygie]

Originally Posted by POOPonYOU

I just purchased this TV from Circuit City online for $1299.99. Just wanted to know if anyone else has this TV and if they do, please tell me the pros and cons before I take it out of the box.

Listed below is a little info about the LCD:

Once again, Sharp, a leader in LCD technology, establishes a new design standard for LCD TVs. With a screen size class of 42", the AQUOS® LC-42D64U raises the bar by fitting large screen sizes into incredibly small footprints. 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%, allowing placement of the LC-42D64U in virtually any setting. The LC-42D64U utilizes Sharp's proprietary Advanced Super View / Black TFT Panel with multi-pixel technology, providing 10,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio with Enhanced Picture Contrast Technology and 4ms response time. The LC-42D64U features built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuners and includes 3 HDMI™ (version 1.3) inputs, compatible with 1080p signals, a PC input and 2 HD component video inputs. Side terminals are included for wall-mounting convenience as well as RS-232C input for control.
Also available in 52" screen

Hi, i've a sharp 42 1080p and its fricken great!

[Darren70]

Originally Posted by POOPonYOU

I just purchased this TV from Circuit City online for $1299.99. Just wanted to know if anyone else has this TV and if they do, please tell me the pros and cons before I take it out of the box.

I have an earlier model, but its similar. The only (small) regret that I have is that I didn't spend a little bit more & get a larger screen size. The 42" was a good choice when I bought it, but I've moved since then and now a have it in a bigger room. I don't have any complaints about the PQ. I've seen other comments about dead pixels, etc. but I haven't experienced anything like that. I'm sure you compared it to other similar HDTVs and did a little bit of research before you made your purchase. So, basically all that matters is that you bought the TV that is right for you. For some people, the right choice is the most popular brand name or the cheapest price (or, maybe the highest price) or any number of other factors. Personally, I think you'll like it as long as you don't have it in a really big room. You should also consider a surround sound system if you haven't already. The sound from the TV is OK, but not great for movies.