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The AQUOS D85U Series from Sharp is their Fall 2008 line that brings the premium features of 120Hz and motion compensation technology into a more budget friendly price. For more information refer to the full D85U Series report.
MSRP $1,899.00
Release date November, 2008
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Features
- 1080p native resolution
- 120Hz with Motion Enhanced technology
- 10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
- 2,000:1 static contrast ratio
- 10-bit panel
- 450 cd/m2 brightness
- 4ms response time
- 176 degree viewing angle
- Two 15-watt speakers
- Inputs: HDMI x 5, Component x 2, VGA x 1, Composite x 2, RS-232C x 1
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Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
• Sharp Aquos LC42D85U 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV
• AQUOS LC42-D85U 42" LCD TV
UPC: 074000371392
EAN: 074000371392
MPN: LC42D85U
Competitors
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U is ranked 3rd among it's competitors.
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MSRP $1,699.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz, fast 4ms response time, high 40,000:1 contrast ratio
- attractive, thin bezel
- matte screen
Cons
- Ethernet feature is a gimmick
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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Samsung LN40A630
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MSRP $1,999.99
Released May, 2008
Pros
- 1080p
- 120Hz motion flow
- 10bit display, 10bit processing
- Bravia Engine 2
Cons
- Do not buy this TV if you try to connect ypur computer to it.
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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Sony Bravia KDL-40Z4100
MSRP $1,799.00
Released October, 2008
The XV545 Series of LCD televisions contain a 1080p native resolution and 120Hz film mode and are the premium offerings of Toshiba's 2008 TV models. For more information refer to the full REGZA XV545 Series report. Specs CCFL backlighting Thin bezel 3,000:1 native contrast ratio 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio Dynalight 14-bit PixelPure 4G tech 10-bit panel 5:5...
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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Toshiba REGZA 42XV545
MSRP $1,999.99
Released February, 2008
Pros
- attractive thin bezel and smaller size looks stylish and does not distract
- price has dropped considerably
- full 1080p, 120Hz, 10-bit panel
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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Toshiba Cinema Regza 40XF550U
MSRP $1,999.99
Released September, 2008
Cons
- ugly bezel
- no PC VGA input
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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Sony Bravia KDL-40XBR6
MSRP --
Released October, 2008
The XBR7 line from Sony is the middle of the pack in their XBR line of LCD televisions, and are the top of the line, non-LED based LCD televisions released by Sony in 2008. Refer to the full XBR7 Series report for more information. Specs 1080p native resolution 120Hz mode 10-bit panel, 10-bit processing...
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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Sony Bravia KDL-40XBR7
MSRP $1,699.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz
- affordable
- can be used as pc monitor through vga input
Cons
- smaller - you can get larger TVs for the money
- ugly lower bezel
- no PC input
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
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Sony Bravia KDL-40W4100
MSRP $1,579.00
Released May, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz, extremely high 2ms response time
- lots of inputs
- interesting glass bezel
Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U
vs.
Philips 42PFL7403D/27
MSRP $1,500.00
Released March, 2008
The Samsung 650 series, also known as the 6 series is the premium line of LCD televisions that features a 1080p native resolution and 120Hz Auto-Motion Plus (AMP) technology. More information found on the Samsung 6 Series report. Specs 40" 1080p native resolution 50,000:1 contrast ratio 120Hz mode 4ms response time Ethernet port for (limited)...
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Samsung LN40A650
Reviews
November 17, 2008
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Pros
- attractive, thin bezel
- 1080p, 120Hz
- fast 4ms response time
- 10-bit panel
- large number of inputs
- quite
affordable
Cons
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This product is also known as:
LC, 42, D, 85, U, LC42, 42D, D85, 85U, LC42D, 42D85, D85U, LC42D85, 42D85U, LC42D85U
