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The LC-52SB55U 52" 1080p AQUOS LCD HDTV from Sharp can transform your media room into the local movie theater with its slew of high performance features. This slim, stylish display has a super bright 1080p resolution screen with fast response and wide viewing angles. The LC-52SB55U has four HDMI inputs, a PC input, and even RS-232 connectivity for professional installations. Enjoy this display for years to come with the 60,000 hour lamp
Description:
The LC-52SB55U 52" 1080p AQUOS LCD HDTV from Sharp can transform your media room into the local movie theater with its slew of high performance features. This slim, stylish display has a super bright 1080p resolution screen with fast response and wide viewing angles. The LC-52SB55U has four HDMI inputs, a PC input, and even RS-232 connectivity for professional installations. Enjoy this display for years to come with the 60,000 hour lamp
Features:
Sharps Sharp Picture
Sharps Next-Generation 16:9 ASV LCD Panels produce enhanced contrast with fast response time and wide viewing angles.
Bright Picture
AQUOS Liquid Crystal Televisions are very bright. You can put them anywhere -even near windows, doors or other light sources - and the picture is still vivid.
Super Slim Design
The LC-52SB55U is only 3.67" deep for a sleek appearance that will fit any decor.
1080p with Enhanced Black Levels
It just doesnt get any sharper than true HD 1080p resolution, and when you add that to the enhanced black levels of the LC-52SB55U, you get a wider color spectrum with deepest, most accurate blacks available on an LCD.
NTSC/ATSC/QAM and HD Tuners
In addition to standard NTSC tuner, this TV is equipped with an ATSC and QAM HD Tuners for terrestrial and cable reception of high-definition programs.
Connectivity
The LC-52SB55U features multiple input such as HDMI, HD component, PC and RS-232 for control flexibility.
Specifications:
| Screen Size (Diagonal) |
52" |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
| Pixel Resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
| Video |
| Video System |
NTSC |
| HDTV Compatibility |
Yes |
| TV Scan Lines |
SDTV - 480i
EDTV - 480p
HDTV - 720p, 1080i, 1080p |
| TV Tuner |
NTSC/ATSC/QAM |
| CableCARD Slot |
No |
| Speaker |
| Sound |
Stereo |
| Power |
10W x 2 |
| Orientation |
Horizontal |
| Input/Output Connectors |
| Inputs |
HDMI: - x4
HD Component: - x2
Composite: - x3
PC: - x1
S-Video: - x1
RF: - x1 |
| Outputs |
Optical Digital x 1
Audio RCA x 2 |
| Control Port |
RS-232C |
|
| Picture in Picture (PIP) |
No |
| Digital Media Slot |
No |
| Menu Language |
English, French, Spanish |
| Remote Control |
Universal |
| Tilt/Swivel Range |
Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Wall Mountable |
Yes |
|
| Power Requirements |
110VAC/60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
285W |
| Energy Star Compliant |
Not specified by the manufacturer |
| General |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) |
TV + stand: 49.3 x 33.8 x 13.5" (1252 x 858 x 343mm)
TV only: 49.3 x 31.34 x 3.67" (1252 x 796 x 93mm) |
| Weight |
TV + stand: 60.6 lbs (27.5kg)
TV only: 52.9 lbs (24kg) |
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90 Days Limited USA Warranty
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- Trucking Delivery: $99.99
- White Glove Delivery: $139.99
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Ground Delivery (7-10 Days):
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3 Days Trucking Delivery (3-5 Days):
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2nd Day Delivery (2 Days):
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Next Day Delivery (1 Day):
Next Day Delivery guarantees that your package will arrive on the following day from the date shipped. Choose this option if you need your package within a certain time period.
Trucking Delivery (7-14 Days):
Trucking Delivery is a good option for your oversized package. Trucking Deliver is a fully insured type of shipping which includes delivery to your front door or garage and no steps are included. Check your delivery upon arrival. If there is any noticeable damage, refuse the delivery and note it on the airway bill. Call us immediately to report any damage.
White Glove Delivery (7-14 Days):
White Glove Delivery is a special service that is safest for large and overweight items. It is a fully insured both ways service which includes a two man delivery to the room of your choice with your product unpacked and all of the packaging debris removed. This service does not include installation of any type. Delivery includes shipment to the first floor. There will be a $15 per floor charge for any item being delivered to past the first floor. The white glove delivery time is normally between 3 and 10 business days. Our carrier of choice will contact you directly to arrange a convenient delivery time. Please inspect your item at the time of delivery. If you notice any damages, please contact our customer service department immediately.
Recertified Products
Understanding Recertified Products
What exactly does Recertified mean?
Recertified according to the dictionary means: To make clean, bright, or fresh again; renovate.
Recertified electronics are products returned by customers for multiple reasons. After it is returned, it is sent back to the manufacturer and it is restored back to its original state. Following it’s restoration it goes through extensive testing then sent back to us in a new box. In most cases, the box is simple and not the original box. This does not mean that the product is of any difference then the original manufacturer box that it came in. Actually, buying Recertified products is better than buying a new product because it is much cheaper and still comes with some kind of warranty. Usually a 90-day one backs it, but that depends on the manufacturer
What is Recertified when it comes to cameras and camcorders?
If you want a digital camera without paying top price, consider a Recertified model. Their prices are often substantially lower than the same model purchased brand new. Recertified cameras are those returned by a purchaser to a store or manufacturer that are retested and recertified, and then resold. Consumer protection laws prohibit them for being sold again as new. In many cases, the returned cameras were unused or hardly used at all. Recertified models should come with all the supplies and accessories listed on the carton such as wrist strap, USB interface and AV cables, CD-ROM containing software and drivers, and a manual. Some also included a starter memory card, proprietary battery and charger. When buying a Recertified digital camera, make sure it is "factory" Recertified. Also make sure it has a parts and labor warranty, which can range anywhere from 90 days to up to a full year
What makes a “Recertified" or "Reconditioned” item such an excellent purchase?
- Recertified or reconditioned products maintain high quality standards.
- Each item is checked at least twice for proper working condition and quality. In fact, Recertified or reconditioned goods have a very low (2-percent) rate of return.
- The price you pay for a Recertified or reconditioned item is much lower than retail price.
- We guarantee every Recertified or reconditioned item you purchase for 90 Days.
We also offer Extended Platinum Product Protection Plans at a great rate.
Why would a product become Recertified?
- A Customer Return - Most major retailers have a 30-day return policy for their products and many consumers, for whatever reason, return products within that time period. Most of the time if there is nothing wrong with the product, a retailer will just reduce the price and resell it as an open box special - still having the new product warranty. However, if there is some sort of defect present in the product, many retailers return the product to the manufacturer were it is inspected and corrected, and then specially repackaged for sale as a Recertified item. These will typically be sold through outlets or through the largest of the manufacturer's resellers
- Shipping Damage - Many product packages can be damaged in shipping, whether due to mishandling, the elements, or other factors. In most cases the product in the box may be in perfect condition, after all manufacturers spend vast sums of money on packaging to protect their product during shipping. However, the retailer has the option to return the damaged boxes to the manufacturer. The manufacturer, then, inspects the products and repackages them for sale. But since they were returned, they cannot be sold as new products, so they are relabeled as Recertified units.
- Cosmetic Scratch or Dent - Sometimes, for a variety of reasons, a product may have a scratch, dent, or other form of cosmetic damage that does not affect the performance of the unit, but it does detract from the "newness" of the product. If the cosmetic defect occurred at the manufacturer, there are two options: sell the unit with its cosmetic damage visible or fix the damage by placing the internal components into a new cabinet or casing. Either way, the product qualifies as Recertified. Plus it has the added bonus that the internal mechanisms that were unaffected by the cosmetic damaged are still checked once again.
- Demonstration Units - At the retail store level, most retailers sell their old demos off the floor, some manufacturers will take them back, inspect and/or repair them, and send them back out as Recertified units for sale (though this is less common). This may also apply to demo units used by the manufacturer at trade shows, returned by product reviewers, and internal office use. All of these are considered Recertified units.
- Production Defect - In any assembly line production process, a specific component can show up as defective because a faulty processing chip, power supply, disc loading mechanism, or other factor. Most of the time, this is caught before the product leaves the factory, however, defects can show up after the product hits store shelves. As a result of customer returns, inoperative demos, and excessive product breakdowns within the warranty period of a specific element in the product, a manufacturer may "recall" unsold products from a specific batch or production run that either exhibits the same defect, or is expected to show this issue. When this occurs, the manufacturer can repair or upgrade all the defective and non-defective recalled units, and send them back out to retailers as Recertified units for sale.
- Opened Box - Some times, a customer asks to see what is inside, then decides not to buy. Realistically, there is no issue here other than the box was opened and was sent back to the manufacturer for repacking (or repacked by the retailer), the product can be considered Recertified (though not always - it depends on the degree of unpacking that occurred). This is because it required "factory" repacking, even though no refurbishing has occurred.
- Overstock - If a retailer has an overstock of a particular item they simply reduce the price and put the item on sale or clearance. However, sometimes, when a manufacturer introduces a new model, it will "collect" the remaining stock of the older models still on store shelves and redistribute them to specific retailers for quick sale. In this case, the item can be sold either as "a special purchase" or can be labeled as Recertified.
What This Means For The Consumer
Basically, when an electronic product is shipped back to the manufacturer, for whatever reason, it is inspected, restored to original specification (if needed), tested and/or repackaged for resale, the item can no longer be sold as "new", but can only be sold as "Recertified".
It is not always clear what the exact origin or condition of a Recertified product is. It is impossible for the consumer to know what the reason is for the "Recertified" designation for a specific product. Only the factory, or refurbishing center has knowledge of this issue or reason for the designation.
Therefore, taking all of the above possibilities into consideration, here are several questions you need to ask when shopping for a Recertified product.
- Is the Recertified unit being sold by a retailer that is also authorized to sell new products? This means that you can have confidence in that reseller.
- Does the Recertified unit have a U.S. warranty? It is always important to read the warranty carefully to avoid misunderstandings.
- Does the retailer offer a return or exchange policy for the Recertified unit? Legitimate resellers stand behind their products, whether they are new or Recertified.
- Does the retailer offer an extended service plan for the item? This doesn't mean you have to buy an extended warranty -- but whether or not they offer one indicates their degree of support for the product.
If the answers to all of these questions are positive, purchasing a Recertified product can be a very smart move. Although some Recertified products may be repaired or serviced units, it is very possible that the product merely had a minor defect during its initial production run (such as a series of defective chips, etc...) or subject to an earlier recall. However, the manufacturer can go back, repair the defect(s) and offer the units to retailers as "refurbs".
In Summary
Buying a Recertified item is a great way to get a great buy on an outstanding product at a bargain price. There is no reason the label "Recertified" should cause you to hesitate. Remember, the unit has been given more attention than a traditional "new" product. And the rule of thumb for electronics is: if they run, they will likely run forever!
The most important consideration is simply that the retailer backs up the product with some sort of return policy and warranty to the extent that you feel comfortable making the purchase.
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Types of Televisions:
Plasma
In Plasma technology, the display itself consists of cells. Within each cell two glass panels are separated by a narrow gap in which neon-xenon gas is injected and sealed in plasma form. The gas is electrically charged at specific intervals when the Plasma set is in use. The charged gas then strikes red, green, and blue phosphors, thus creating a television image. Each group of red, green, and blue phosphors is called a pixel.
Some Advantages of Plasma Televisions are:
Larger Screen Sizes Available
Better Contrast Ratio, so Blacks are deeper
Better Color Saturation
Little to no lag in Fast Moving Images
Some Disadvantages of Plasma Televisions are:
Susceptible to Burn-Ins(Image is burnt onto the screen when left on the screen too long)
Generates a lot of heat
Does not perform well at high altitudes
LCD
LCD stands for liquid crystal display. These types of displays are made of two layers of transparent material, which are polarized, and are "glued" together. One of the layers is coated with a special polymer that holds the individual liquid crystals. Current is then passed through individual crystals, which allow the crystals to pass or block light to create images. LCD crystals do not produce their own light, so an external light source, such as florescent bulb is needed for the image created by the LCD to become visible to the viewer.
Some Advantages of LCD Televisions are:
Low energy consumption
Reduced Glare
No "burn-in" effect
Cool running temperatures
No high altitude issues
Greater Brightness
Lighter in weight
Some Disadvantages of LCD Televisions are:
Low contrast ratio
Fast Moving Images sometimes lag
Individual Pixels can burn out and cannot be replaced
Smaller Viewing Angle (although not significant difference)
DLP
DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology utilizes a small Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) to tilt more than 1.3 million micromirrors-each of them less than the width of a human hair-toward (ON) or away from (OFF) the light source inside the DLP. This process creates light or dark pixels on the face of the projection screen. The light then filters to a color wheel, which rotates 120 times per second, producing the correct hue. Each mirror can turn on or off several thousands of times per second resulting in a technology that can reproduce up to 1024 shades of gray.
Some Advantages of DLP Televisions are:
Little to no affection by ambient light
Better Contrast Ratio, so Blacks are deeper
High refresh rate
No lagging images or burn-ins
Not affected by altitudes
Tuner built-in in most models
The only thing that can burn out is the bulb, which can be replaced, so you could use this TV virtually forever
Many connections available - Can also be used as a monitor
Some Disadvantages of DLP Televisions are:
Must be viewed at eye level for the best picture
While a bulb will only cost around $200, a professional will need to install it, incurring an additional cost.
They are heavy and cannot easily be moved.
Direct View(CRT)
Direct-view TVs, also known as the traditional tube television, consist of a single cathode ray tube (CRT) and electron beam that excites and illuminates phosphors on the inside surface of the TV screen.
Some Advantages of CRT Televisions are:
Low in cost
Best black level, contrast, shadow detail and color performance of any video technology out there
Not affected by ambient light
Can be viewed from any angle
Very Long Life Expectancy
Some Disadvantages of CRT Televisions are:
Size and Weight of Television make it very heavy
Limited screen size - 38 inches is about the max for CRT TVs
Uses old technology
Choosing the Best TV Size:
Where you are putting your television and what you are using it for will determine the perfect TV size for your room.
Living (or Family) Room
For living rooms and other spaces with high TV use, 37 inch and larger are the most popular choices. In large rooms, the largest size possible is usually best.
Bedrooms
For bedrooms, offices and other medium-sized spaces, a tv that is from 26 to 37 inches is your best bet.
Kitchens & Smaller Rooms
For kitchens and smaller rooms where you will be close to the TV, a 15 to 19 inch screen is best suited.
Refer to the below chart for the mimimum distance you should be from the television.
| TV Viewing Distance Chart |
| Diagonal Size |
Minimum Viewing Distance |
Maximum Viewing Distance |
| 26" |
3 ft. |
6 ft. |
| 32" |
3.5 ft. |
7 ft. |
| 37" |
4 ft. |
8 ft. |
| 42" |
5 ft. |
10 ft. |
| 47" |
6 ft. |
12 ft. |
| 50" |
6.5 ft. |
13 ft. |
| 60" |
7 ft. |
15 ft. |
High Definition vs. Standard Definition
Standard definition is analog signals with resolution of 480i (480 lines drawn onscreen in an interlaced pattern, odd lines separately from even), the format in which TV content is delivered over regular analog broadcasts and basic (non-digital) cable. On the best TVs, the picture quality can be very good or even excellent, but it doesn't compare to the best that HD can offer.
Enhanced definition falls between standard and high definition. ED signals are digital, with resolution of 480p (480 lines scanned progressively). This is equivalent to DVD quality, which is a little better than standard definition but not as good as high definition. Some ED sets can accept HD signals, but they convert them to a lower resolution that they can display, so the picture quality won't match that of true HD. On the best EDTVs, it can be quite good.
High definition offers the best TV viewing possible. HD is a digital-TV format that contains more and finer detail than other formats, so images can have almost lifelike clarity. The picture quality can be stunning, especially on a large, wide-screen set. In technical terms, HD images have higher definition, meaning more picture elements (lines or pixels) make up each image. Most HD broadcasts today are either 1080i (1,080 lines drawn on-screen separately in an odd/even pattern, then interlaced to form one image) or 720p (720 lines scanned in one sweep, or progressively). Another HD format, 1080p, has 1,080 lines drawn in a progressive pattern, which potentially yields the finest detail. This format isn't yet being used for TV broadcasts, but some HD DVDs that support 1080p are expected to arrive this year. TVs with 1080p native resolution have already started to appear on the market.
The below chart explains further the difference between Standard and High Definition Signals.
| Resolution and Picture Quality Table |
| Picture Quality |
Good Quality |
Better Quality |
Best Quality |
| Standard Definition TV |
Standard Definition DVD |
Enhanced Definition TV |
720p High Definition TV |
1080i High Definition TV |
1080p High Definition TV/Blu-Ray |
| Aspect Ratio |
Full Screen 4:3 |
Full Screen 4:3/Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
| Resolution |
640 x 480 |
720 x 480 |
854 x 480 |
1280 x 720 |
1920 x 720 |
1920 x 720 |
| Scanning |
Interlaced |
Interlaced |
Progressive |
Progressive |
Interlaced |
Progressive |
| Which Audio/Video Connection is the best? |
| Connector Type |
Quality |
Signal Type |
Description |
| HDMI |
Highest |
Digital |
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed, all-digital signal that combines both audio and video. This connection gives you the optimal 1080p signal and up to 7.1 channel sound. |
| DVI |
Highest |
Digital |
DVI (Digital Video Interface) is a video connection that will deliver 1080p video signal, but it does not carry audio signals. |
| Component Video |
Good |
Analog |
Component Video, or RGB, is an analog signal connection that splits the video into 3 separate signals, 2 for color and 1 for brightness. The maximum resolution on this connection type is 720p or 1080i. |
| S-Video |
Decent |
Analog |
S-Video (S for Separate) is a type of component video signal because the color and brightness signals are transmitted on separate wires. S-Video is not used for high definition resolutions. |
| Composite Video |
Average |
Analog |
Composite, or RCA, connections can be found on almost all video components. Color and brightness pass over the same cable. Although it is the most common connection found, it is also the least quality. |
