CES: Sharp Goes BIG

[teachsac]

Sharp is going big this year with its new line. At the top of the list:

80” with full backlighting and “3-D XGen”. Sharp’s new technology. Ships in April.

60-70”: The 945 series will incorporate full backlighting from the Elite line, also.

Sharp will also be bring 4 new Quatron models in 60” & 70” the 847 and 745. If they follow earlier patterns, the 847 will be 120Hz and the 745 will be 240 Hz.

They will also be bringing in 4 portable models in 20, 32, 40, and 60 inches. Sorry, I’m not moving a 60”.

At CES, Sharp goes big. Really, really big | CES 2012: Televisions - CNET Blogs

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[teachsac]

I might have to look into some of the new models. Trying to figure out what I want to do downstairs, larger TV or projector. Room doesn't really fit with a projector.

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[teachsac]

Dates and Pricing

Sharp AQUOS Quattron 9 Series 3D LED TVs
Sharp’s full HD 1080p 9 Series AQUOS Quattron 3D LED TVs in screen size classes of 60- and 70-inches (LC-60LE945U and LC-70LE945U) offer advanced LED technology with Sharp’s brightest Full HD Active 3D panel. They incorporate Quattron Quad Pixel Plus II and full array LED backlighting with local dimming to improve picture quality and deliver a superior viewing experience. The 240Hz panel improves picture quality further by virtually eliminating blur and artifacts from fast-moving video.

The 9 Series features Sharp’s new SmartCentral and built-in WiFi. With five HDMI® inputs, consumers will be able to connect a variety of devices – including computers, to Blu-ray Disc™ players, DVRs, camcorders, sound bar systems and video game consoles – directly to their TV.

Introduction: Summer

Sharp AQUOS Quattron 8 Series 3D LED TVs
Sharp’s 8 Series AQUOS Quattron 3D LED TVs in screen size classes of 60-, 70- and 80-inches (LC-60LE847U, LC-70LE847U and LC-80LE844U) offer a sleeker look with a newly designed ultra-slim bezel with a black brushed aluminum finish. The 80-inch class model features full array LED, and the 60- and 70-inch class models are edge-lit LED, all with Quattron Quad Pixel Plus II technology and 240Hz.

Like the 9 Series, the 8 series offers full HD 1080p with built-in WiFi and SmartCentral. The 8 Series includes four HDMI inputs.

Introduction: April
MSRP: LC-60LE847U, $3,199; LC-70LE847U, $4,199; LC-80LE844U, $6,499

Sharp AQUOS 7 Series 3D LED TVs

Sharp’s new 7 Series AQUOS 3D TVs models in screen size classes of 60- and 70-inches (LC-60LE745U and LC-70LE745U) also feature a newly designed ultra-slim bezel design with a rich black-brushed aluminum finish. These Full HD Active 3D edge-lit LED TVs feature Sharp’s high-performance AQUOS LCD Panel, full HD 1080p and 120Hz refresh rate. The 7 Series also features built-in WiFi, SmartCentral and four HDMI inputs.

Introduction: March
MSRP: LC-60LE745U, $2,699; LC-70LE745U, $3,599

SHARP MAKES BIGGER, BETTER WITH A NEW LARGE-SCREEN LED TV LINE-UP, SMART FEATURES AND ENHANCED PICTURE QUALITY

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Looking more interesting by the day.

 

[dfergie]

Sharp

 

[teachsac]

Not a bad price for the 80". Only $500 more on the MSRP than the Sony 65HX929. Might look at the 4K LG, also, depending on price. They'd have to do some miracles with the passive 3D. I noticed a lot of ghosting when I looked at tem last.

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[dfergie]

Posted pics above ...

 

[gadgtfreek]

TV landscape is getting interesting. I figure I may buy in 2013, dunno though, because my projector room is the long term goal but it's 2-3 years out.

Ill be watching closely this year in LCD and Plasma. Oled in a 70"+ wont be affordable for awhile. Will also be looking at how that Sharp Elite pans out this year and next.

 

[teachsac]

Posted pics above ...

Did you view any of them while you were there? Impressions? I miss going to CES and CEDIA.

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[gadgtfreek]

My wife's been wanting to go back to Vegas (went on our honeymoon), Jan 2013 would be a blast for me

Ive always wanted to go.

 

[dfergie]

All were impressive, the 80" models especially... funny, while at the Sony Booth before opening Wednesday, it had a few LG guys checking things out.

 

[gadgtfreek]

Haha. Too bad Sony wont be making tv's much longer!

 

[teachsac]

Sure they will. Consolidating is a good thing. They put out way too many models each year.

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[gadgtfreek]

Im just seeing that since they shelved OLED, and looking at past large companies actions, Im betting Sony stops making tv's in the next 2-3 years. Just a hunch though.

 

[teachsac]

Official pricing announced. The 80" is coming in at $6,499 as opposed to the $6,999 projected price at CES. No price on the 9 series, yet.

Sharp Reveals TV Pricing - 2012-02-10 19:57:56 | TWICE

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[gadgtfreek]

Yeah, the price on the 70" 945 will be too much for my interest. If I get anything late in the year it'd prob be the VT50, 65" badass plasma for less than 4g's.

 

[teachsac]

Pricing keeps getting better on the 80". Fry's has their preorder up for 5,999.

FRYS.com | SHARP

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[teachsac]

I was in my old shop yesterday picking up my new BDT320 , and they had just finished setting up the new Sharp LC70LE745U. Wow, did it look good. It is edge lit, but I saw absolutely no clouding, flash lighting, or creasing. Needless to say, the 80" 844 just might be in my house next week.

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[gadgtfreek]

 

[teachsac]

8 Series Manual.

http://files.sharpusa.com/Downloads...60LE847U_LC70LE745U_LC60LE745U_LC80LE844U.pdf

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[teachsac]

Trying to decide on wall mounting this beast. Weight is about the same as my 65vt25. Stand is just about a foot too narrow.

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