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February 13, 2007
Sharp’s LC-37D90U LCD is a full 1080p (1920 x 1080) capable high definition LCD widescreen television with a built in HDTV tuner. Along with its other Sharp 90U series siblings, it has a titanium finish and twin detachable speakers. The television comes with a stand which can be removed for wall mounting. The LC-37D90U has a DVI-I input for PC connection.
The Sharp AQUOS line has been recognized by awards as setting a standard for LCD panel performance. This model in the 90U series will accept 1080p signals allowing you to enjoy the latest high definition DVDs.
Some standout features of the LC-37D90U Sharp AQUOS are:
- Sharp’s new Four Wavelength Backlight System that adds a vivid crimson red to the traditional three-wavelength Red, Green and Blue LCD backlight. Sharp advertise that the result is a vast improvement in natural color reproduction minus any over saturation that can occur with LCD TV panels. To quote Sharp, “This added color wavelength reproduces red scale colors that were once difficult to reproduce, such as those found in the deep red of wine, or a stunning red dress…” It is a development that brings these LCDs closer to the performance of the best plasma televisions for color performance.
- Excellent viewing angles have been delivered by Sharp’s proprietary Multi-Pixel Technology. Multi-Pixel Technology divides each pixel into two sections and adds an advanced driving system for improved color reproduction at wide viewing angles. The viewing angle for the LC-37D90U is an excellent 176 degrees.
- Sharp’s proprietary Advanced Super View (ASV) / Black TFT Panel with multi-pixel technology for decreased colorshift.
- Built-in ATSC, QAM and NTSC tuners for access to DTV and analog TV channels.
- Low reflection black TFT panel to reduce ambient light glare
- A suitably high contrast ratio of 1200:1
- Further improved response times with Sharp’s Enhanced Quick Shoot video circuitry delivering a very fast pixel response time of 6 ms that promises excellent picture quality in fast-moving action video.
- Enhanced black levels
- Long lamp life of 60,000 hours.
Differences Between 90U Series Models
The LC-37D90U has two sibling models in the 90U series – the LC-65D90U and the LC-57D90U.
- 170º H / 170º V viewing angles for LC-65D90U are about 6 degrees less than for other two.
- LC-65D90U and LC-57D90U have CableCARD/NTSC
- LC-57D90U has Surround Sound Virtual Dolby
- The LC-57D90U has a higher contrast ratio of 1500 compared with its two siblings.
- The 57D has faster 4ms response time versus 6ms for its siblings
- The LC-37D90U has a RS-232C input (9-pin mini D-Subx1)
- The LC-37D90U has twin HDMI connections for 37D which are 1080p compatible as opposed to single HDMI, 1080p incompatible for its siblings.
- There is no iLink input for the LC-37D90U
Differences between 62U models reviewed and 90U Models
Sharp have another 1080p capable LCD TV – series the 62U series. Some of the prominent differences between the series are:
- ASV / Black TFT LCD for 62U vs Advanced Super View LCD for 90U
- 2 x 15 W speakers for 62U vs 2 x 10 W speakers for 90U models
- LC-65D90U and LC-57D90U have CableCARD
- LC-57D90U has Surround Sound Virtual Dolby
- Higher contrast ratio for 62U range 2000:1 Native / 10,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio with Enhanced
- 62U series doesn’t have View Modes – Stretch, Stretch, Zoom, Dot by Dot (for PC), Normal (for PC)
- 62U series has no DVI Input DV-I x1
- 62U series has no i Link Input
- 62U series has twin HDMI Inputs (1080p compatible) as does the LC-37D90U in the 90U series – others in 90U series have single HDMI (not 1080p compatible)
- 62U series has RS-232C inputs (9-pin mini D-Subx1) as does LC-37D90U of 90U models
- 4 Audio Inputs (L/R) for 82U range compared with 3 for 90U series
- Black cabinet color for 62U series vs titanium color for 90U series
Warranty
Sharp provide a one year limited warranty on parts and labor
Further Reading
Presentation Technology Reviews has previously reviewed Sharps LCD projectors the Sharp XG-C330X and XG-C430X.
A recent review covered an interesting offering from Hitachi the W37L-H9000 LCD HDTV which includes new technology, in-plane switching and an integrated digital video recorder with twin tuners.
User Reviews and Price Comparisons
Sharp Aquos LC-37D90U 37-Inch LCD HDTV
Specifications
| Panel Type |
37″ Advanced Super View / Black TFT LCD Panel |
| Pixel Resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
| Video System |
NTSC |
| Brightness |
450 cd/m2 |
| Lamp Life |
60,000 hours |
| Viewing Angles |
176º H / 176º V |
| Audio System |
10W + 10W |
| Surround Sound |
Virtual Dolby |
| Tuner Type |
ATSC / QAM / NTSC |
| Contrast Ratio |
1200:1 |
| Quick Shoot Response Time |
6ms |
| Color Temperature |
Selectable: 13000ºK, 9500ºK, 8000ºK, 6500ºK, 5000ºK (values are approximate) |
| View Modes |
Sidebar, Smart Stretch, Stretch, Zoom, Dot by Dot (for PC), Normal (for PC) |
| DVI Input |
DVI-I x 1 |
| HDMI Input |
HDMI x 2 (1080p compatible) |
| DTVLink Input |
1394 x 2 |
| HD Component Input |
Y/Pr/Pb x 2 |
| S-Video Input |
4-pin DIN x 1 |
| Composite Video Input (A/V) |
RCA x 3 |
| Audio Inputs |
RCA L/R x 3 |
| RS-232C Input |
9-pin mini D-Sub x 1 |
| Composite Video Output |
RCA x 1 |
| S-Video Output |
4-pin DIN x 1 |
| Audio Outputs |
RCA L/R x 1, 3.5mm Stereo Minijack x 1 |
| Power Consumption AC |
230W |
| Table Stand |
Included |
| Supplied Accessories |
Operation Manual (x1) Universal Remote Control (x1)
AC Cord (x1)
AAA” size battery (x2)
Cable Clamp (x4)
G-LINK Cable (x1)
Stand Hole Cover (x2) |
| Optional Wall Mount Bracket |
AN-37AG2 (Tilting)
AN-LCGWF (Flat) |
| Limited Warranty |
1 year parts and labor |
| Cabinet Color |
Titanium |
Dimensions
(w x h x d) |
36 5/8″ x 28 45/64″ x 12 1/16″
(TV + Stand + Speaker)
5/8″ x 28 45/64″ x 12 1/16″
(TV + Stand)
5/8″ x 26 9/64″ x 4 13/16″
(TV + Speaker)
36 5/8″ x 23 1/32″ x 4 13/16″
(TV only) |
| Weight (lbs.) |
62.9 lbs (TV + Stand + Speaker)
50.7 lbs (TV + Speakers) |
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