Sharp LC-26GA4U Review

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November 6th, 2004


Summary

Sharps LC-26GA4U is a state-of-the-art 26 widescreen1 LC-TV that can easily enhance the decor of any family room, living room or den. With a 16:9 aspect ratio, HDTV-compatible resolution of 1366 x 768 and breathtaking color purity, it is a next-generation TV to carry you into the high-definition future. The LC-26GA4U utilizes Sharps proprietary Advanced Super View/Black TFT Panel, which provides levels of high brightness (450 cd/m2), an 800:1 contrast ratio, and wide viewing angles (170º x 170º). Additionally, the LC-26GA4U is an HDTV Monitor, which means it is compatible with 720p signals from HDTV sources (separate DTV decoder required). The LC-26GA4U features an elegant new design with detachable speakers to ensure the sound is as outstanding as the picture. In addition, the included table stand can be easily removed for wall mounting applications. 

Specs

Key Features     
  Flat Panel Type
  LCD
  
    
  Screen Size
  26 inch
  
    
  Digital TV Standard
  HDTV Monitor / HDTV-Ready
  
    
  Display Resolution 
  1366 x 768 pixels
  
  Display Capabilities     
  Display Format
  480i (SDTV), 480p (EDTV), 720p (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV)
  
    
  Digital TV Standard
  HDTV Monitor / HDTV-Ready - Requires separate receiver to view HDTV signals.
  
    
  Built-in Tuner
  NTSC
  
    
  Aspect Ratio
  4:3 Enhanced, 16:9
  
  Remote Control     
  Remote Control
  Multibrand
  
    
  Illuminated Remote
  Illuminated
  
  Image Quality     
  Comb Filter
  3DYC / 3D Digital
  
    
  Display Resolution
  1366 x 768 pixels
  
    
  Brightness
  450 cd/m²
  
    
  Output Color
  16.77 million colors
  
    
  Viewing Angle
  170 °
  
    
  Adjustable Color Tempera... 
  With Adjustable Color Temperature
  
  Audio Features     
  Audio Type
  Virtual Surround
  
    
  Audio Output
  Variable / Fixed
  
    
  MTS Stereo
  With MTS Stereo
  
    
  Secondary Audio Programm... 
  With SAP
  
  Technical Features     
  Picture in Picture
  With PIP
  
    
  Parental Control
  V-Chip
  
    
  Sleep Timer
  With Sleep Timer
  
    
  Energy Star Compliant
  Energy Star Compliant
  
  Connectors     
  Rear Input Connectors
  Audio (Mini Jack) x 2, 1 x RS-232C, RF x 2, Audio (RCA) x 3, HDMI x 1, DVI x 1, Composite x 3, Component x 2, S-Video x 1
  
    
  Rear Output Connectors
  Audio (RCA) x 1, Composite x 1, S-Video x 1
  
    
  Headphone Jack
  With Headphone Jack
  
    
  Memory Card Slot
  PC Card
  
  Screen Text     
  OSD Languages
  Spanish, Franch, English
  
  Speakers     
  Number of Speakers
  2 Speakers
  
    
  Speaker Power
  2 x 10 Watt
  
  Dimensions     
  Width
  26.11 in.
  
    
  Depth
  3.73 in.
  
    
  Height
  16.02 in.
  
    
  Weight
  26.5 lb.
  
  Warranty     
  Overall Warranty
  1 Year
 


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