Sharp TVs: features and review of the best models

Sharp TVs are not as common as products from Panasonic, Samsung or Hyundai. Nevertheless, they deserve the attention of consumers, and therefore it is important to know all the basic characteristics. It's also worth considering reviews of the best models and basic usage guidelines.

Sharp TVs have been producing for a long time. This company can boast of many years of production of its products. And it is worth noting that it was under the Sharp brand that they first began to make TV sets with LCD screens. The 1987 experiment was successful, and exactly 20 years later, a model with a 108-inch screen entered the market. The country of origin of Sharp equipment is Japan, and this is already enough to characterize such a brand from the best side.

Until 2014, part of the concern's production facilities were located in Europe. Then they were either closed or sold to UMC. The production of various products under the Sharp Corporation logo has generally been conducted since 1912. Of course, TVs did not appear in the company's assortment immediately; but it was she who - for the first time in Japan - released a household radio in 1925.

An important advantage of Sharp television receivers is the Quattron option. It has been officially licensed. The bottom line is that the image is formed not by three, as in most existing samples, but by four basic colors. As a result, the realism and saturation of the picture are at an unsurpassed level. At the same time, electricity is also saved. The X-Gen option is found in all new versions of Sharp devices. The elements line up exactly along the path of ultraviolet radiation. Therefore, the permeability of the screen to the luminous flux increases markedly. As a result, the contrast rises significantly over conventional models.

Many models use the advanced Aquos Net + technology... This mode of access to the World Wide Web further raises the functionality of the TV. The TimeShift mode is also provided, allowing these Japanese TVs to be classified as flawless modern technology.

The Scanning Backlight 200, or 200Hz Scanning Backlight, minimizes blur when changing frames on the screen. Yes, there are televisions that give out 200 Hz in constant mode. But they are much more expensive.

Yet Sharp technology has more than merit. In reviews of this product, they note:

• an incompletely developed menu (and what is is unnecessarily confusing);
• not very good work in Smart TV mode;
• intermittent color failures;
• image calibration problems.

Sharp offers a wide variety of LCD TVs. 65BL5EA is a good example here. This device has a high dynamic range, as well as a digital tuner of the DVB standard. The Harman Kardon audio system also deserves approval. The designers took care of the possibility of using SD cards for watching videos and recording images.

The diagonal of the screen, as the name of the device suggests, is 65 inches, or 164 cm. Resolution - 3840x2160 pixels.The dynamic contrast ratio is 1 million to 1. The standard speakers develop a sound volume of 2x10 W, and with the help of a subwoofer, the sound power is additionally increased to 15 W. The TV can successfully process the analog signal of the PAL and SECAM standards.

The 65BL5EA has 3 connectors for USB media and cables. There are inputs for a typical antenna and for a satellite broadcast antenna. The developers took care of both the headphone jack and the availability of the RJ 45 interface. The technical parameters are as follows:

• permissible deviations from standard voltage no more than 20%;
• consumption in economy mode - 0.118 kW;
• consumption in maximum mode - 0.18 kW;
• standby consumption - less than 0.5 W;
• net weight without stand - 21 kg;
• resolution - 4K;
• Active Motion technology (reliably prevents blurring even with dynamic picture movement).

The 65BL3EA is also a decent 4K TV. Maximum dynamic range and Bluetooth connectivity are welcome. The picture quality is enhanced by the ActiveMotion 600 function. The 65 "diagonal allows you to enjoy the beautiful picture. As with the previous model, Harman-Kardon technology is used to enhance the sound quality.

If you need to choose a TV with a diagonal of 40 inches, it is also 101 cm, you should pay attention to 40BL2EA. It is equipped with a first-class digital tuner. A card reader for SD cards is provided. In economic mode, the TV will consume 0.062 kW of current, and in the most intensive mode, 0.11 kW. Weight without stand is 6.8 kg.

Let's consider a few more models. LC-24CHG5112EW is equipped with a solid matrix with a diagonal of 60 cm, the total resolution of which reaches 1366x768 pixels. Important: the screen brightness is limited to 250 cd per sq. m, therefore it is not recommended to place the device in bright light. The system supports both DVB-T2 digital broadcasting and DVB-S2 (satellite signal reception). There is even a TimeShift option, which is very nice for owners of a relatively inexpensive device. True, 2 speakers with a power of 5 W cover only a small room with sound.

LC-24CHG6132EW is another good model of the same brand. The developers have provided support for all modern broadcasting standards. The total power of the speakers is slightly higher than that of the previous version - 6 W. This is a great solution for a kitchen or a medium-sized studio apartment. A wide variety of connectors is available to users.

The LC-32HG3142E has a 32 "or 80 cm screen. The total resolution is 1366x768 pixels. The clarity of the picture at a distance of 1.5-2 m is quite acceptable. A pair of speakers is provided, the volume of the sound flowing from which is equal to 10 watts. This is already enough even for a large living room; in addition, NICAM stereo sound is supported.

Model LC-55CFG6352E fully meets the latest requirements for home TVs. The Full HD matrix has a size of 54.6 inches. As with the previous version, 10W speakers are used. Of course, both cable and satellite broadcasts are supported. Provides 24p True Cinema option and light indicator, TimeShift and DLNA.

As with other TVs, it is not recommended to disassemble Sharp products at home. To avoid a fire, candles, matches and other sources of open flames must be kept away from them. For the same reason, it is inappropriate to close ventilation openings and place the TV receiver near heating devices. It is quite possible to use a universal remote control. But any instruction says that it would be much more correct to use equipment suitable for a particular model.

Attention: direct sunlight is definitely harmful for television equipment. If possible, it should be placed so that only reflected sunlight falls on the screen and on the case. You can turn on the TV with an indoor antenna via a coaxial cable.

Sometimes it becomes necessary to connect an old Sharp TV to a digital set-top box. Perhaps the easiest way to do this is to use a bell, that is, an RCA cable. In this case, you need:

• disconnect the TV and receiver from the outlet;
• insert cables into the designated slots;
• connect the cable to the set-top box;
• start the TV and switch it to the appropriate mode;
• set up channels using the console of the set-top box;
• save channel settings and other necessary options in its internal memory.

However, such a need rarely arises. All modern TV receivers, with rare exceptions, support HDMI. When using an over-the-air connection, it is important to know how to improve reception (it does not always meet modern standards). The easiest and most obvious way is to move the TV to a place where the signal quality is higher. Sometimes you have to change the antenna, because the old one works poorly or is badly worn out; two more options are replacing the cable and using an antenna amplifier.

The manufacturer strongly recommends connecting any external devices to the TV only after disconnecting it. Violating this rule, it is easy to disable both the receiver itself and the device that they tried to connect.

It is best to control the TV as described in the instructions for it. In the mode of connecting to digital broadcasting, you can get acquainted with the television program for the next 7 days. The manufacturer does not recommend leaving the receiver turned on for a long time without use or keeping the menu on the screen for a long time. This could result in irreparable damage to the screen. It is also worth remembering that a TV is a fragile device that must be installed securely; it must be moved as carefully as possible, and transported over a long distance in protective packaging.

Any TV set, including Sharp brand, is not recommended to be used continuously for more than 6 hours. But even turning them off and on too often is hardly worth it. If the TV was turned off (turned on) by mistake, it can be safely turned on (turned off) only after 15-20 seconds.

To remove dust from the screen and the case, it is advisable to use microfiber, but wet cleaning for television equipment is categorically contraindicated. Of course, it should not be installed where the air humidity is high, or there is a risk of ingress of water, caustic and corrosive substances. Cleaning the TV, disassembling it, even carrying it or turning it in place should be turned off.

If the instruction warns that in one case or another it is necessary to call the masters - this is exactly what you should do. It is better to connect the TV through a voltage stabilizer, and if everyone leaves the house, even for 20-40 minutes, it should be completely turned off.

The procedure for tuning reception of digital channels is not too complicated. Start by opening the DTV menu by pressing the button of the same name on the remote control. Recommendation: if the DTV Menu is not available after that, you should look in the settings for another country where there is broadcasting in this standard. Then choose "installation", and at the next step - automatic mode, the choice is confirmed each time with the OK key. It will take about 10 minutes to search for channels and memorize the required settings.

But for cable and sometimes over-the-air broadcasts, a different type of tuning may apply. The general menu is opened, the TV item is selected in it. Then select the item "Russia" and set the "antenna" or "cable" mode for the tuner. Moving on to the channel search, you need to indicate whether you need analog broadcast sources or you can get by with digital frequencies alone.

Both ordinary buyers and professionals highly appreciate Sharp TVs. They are appreciated for their external grace and for the excellent quality of the displayed picture. With characteristics similar to those of more well-known brands, the cost of products is significantly lower. It should be borne in mind that the remotes for a number of models are large, which can still create some inconvenience.

Sometimes there are complaints about the poor performance of the menu and constant "freezing" in it. It is difficult to indicate whether this is due to design flaws or manufacturing defects. But the ability to distribute Wi-Fi and watch videos on YouTube is invariably pleasing. The service life of the products of this brand is quite long. On the whole, TVs leave a favorable impression. Negative feelings are rare and mostly private.

In the next video you will find a review of the Sharp LC 43CUF8472ES TV.