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September 30, 2008

Sharp to Introduce Two New X Series AQUOS LCD TVs

Newly Developed, Next-Generation MegaASV*1 LCD Brings Together
Sharp’s One-of-a-Kind LCD Technologies

Press Release

Sharp Corporation will introduce into the Japanese market two new models in the AQUOS X Series of LCD TVs. The 65V- and 52V-inch*2 TVs feature Sharp’s newly developed, next-generation MegaASV LCD, a cumulation of Sharp’s one-of-a-kind LCD technologies.

By incorporating Sharp’s original one-of-a-kind LCD technologies into its cutting-edge ASV LCD, Sharp has brought about the next-generation MegaASV LCD, which offers overwhelmingly superb picture quality, an innovative thin-profile design, and outstanding environmental performance. The new LCD boasts “mega-contrast ”—that is, a TV contrast of more than 1,000,000:1*3—to deliver deep, rich blacks never before possible. Plus, it expands the reproducible color gamut to 150%*4 of the NTSC color space to deliver the ultimate in color reproduction—almost any color can be reproduced.

These new X Series models offer sophisticated style through a display that is, at its thinnest part, a mere 2.28 cm deep and through the use of metallic material for the cabinet and other parts. On the environmental side, annual power consumption for the 65V-inch model is 294 kWh/year,*5 down approximately 26% compared to Sharp’s 2007 model.*6

For optimal sound quality, these models incorporate a thin-design, 2.1-channel, three-way five-speaker system, jointly developed by Sharp and Pioneer Corporation, that offers a well-balanced sound range. In combination with Sharp’s original 1-Bit digital amp, the speaker system delivers clear, natural sound.

The highly popular AQUOS Familink interface enables users to easily operate an AQUOS Blu-ray Disc Player*7 or an AQUOS HD Recorder*7 connected to the AQUOS TV. And using AQUOS Familink is now easier than ever; functions such as recording, viewing, and setting timed recordings can all be navigated with ease right from the newly developed LCD remote control.

What’s more, these X Series TVs boast a function that gives users a whole new way to enjoy TV. The Picture function lets users display a still image on the TV screen—like decorating a room with a picture.

Ever since releasing the first AQUOS model in 2001, Sharp has constantly strived to provide the best an LCD TV could offer in both picture quality and screen size. When it comes to picture and sound quality, design, and environmental friendliness, these new X Series models offer performance that makes them worthy of being called the next-generation LCD TV.

Product name Terrestrial/BS/CS110° Digital High-Definition LCD TV
Nickname
Model name LC-65XS1 LC-52XS1
Dot count (H x V) Full high-definition (1,920 x 1,080)
Suggested retail price Open
Date of introduction in Japan October 15, 2008
Initial monthly production 1,000 units 1,500 units
Major Features
1. Employs the next-generation MegaASV LCD, which brings together Sharp’s one-of-a-kind LCD technologies
1) TV contrast of more than 1,000,000:1; reproducible color gamut is 150% of the NTSC color space
2) Slim, high-quality design, only 2.28 cm deep at thinnest part of the display
3) Annual power consumption of 294 kWh/year (for 65V-inch model), down by approximately 26% compared to Sharp’s 2007 model
2. Newly developed, thin-design speaker system creates clear, natural sound
3. Newly developed LCD remote control makes using AQUOS Familink easier than ever
4. Picture function, a new way to enjoy TV, allows users to display a still image on the TV screen

*1 MegaASV stands for “mega-contrast Advanced Super View”.
*2 “V-inch” is a measure of the true size of the flat TV screen, standardizing on the length of the diagonal dimension of the actual viewing area.
*3 The maximum contrast level a TV set is capable of achieving (the ratio of maximum screen brightness for an all-white signal to the minimum screen brightness with an all-black signal; in this case, 1,000,000:1 with AV position set to “Dynamic’).
*4 According to the CIE1976 UCS chromaticity diagram.
*5 These models are not covered by the Japanese Energy Conservation Law. Figures were calculated using Energy Conservation Law standards as a reference.
*6 LC-65RX1W (released March 2007)
*7 Refer to Sharp’s website for the latest information on AQUOS Blu-ray Disc Player and AQUOS HD Recorder models for which operation has been verified.
http://www.sharp.co.jp/support/aquos/index.html

Specifications

Product name LCD color TV
Model name LC-65XS1 LC-52XS1
Color Silver Silver
Display section
LCD panel Screen size 65V-inch
(142.8 H x 80.4 V cm; 163.9 cm on the diagonal)
52V-inch
(115.2 H x 64.8 V cm; 132.2 cm on the diagonal)
Drive system TFT (thin-film transistor) active-matrix drive
Dot count 1,920 H x 1,080 V pixels
Screen brightness 450 cd/m2
TV contrast More than 1,000,000:1
Viewing angle Vertical: 176°, horizontal 176°
Backlight source RGB-LED
Speakers 7.7-cm diameter x 1, 12.0 x 5.0 cm x 2, 2.6-cm diameter x 2
Max. audio output (JEITA) Total 30.0 W (7.5 W + 7.5 W + 15.0 W)
AC power supply voltage 100 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 512 W 294 W
Standby power consumption 0.47 W (display and tuner combined)
Main unit dimensions Display section only 152.8 W x 6.04 D (2.28 at thinnest section) x 104.6 H cm 124.3 W x 6.04 D (2.28 at thinnest section) x 87.8 H cm
With table stand (sold separately) 152.8 W x 40.4 D x 116.7 H cm 124.3 W x 36.1 D x 99.9 H cm
Main unit weights Display section only Approx. 62.5 kg Approx. 45.0 kg
With table stand (sold separately) Approx. 87.5 kg Approx. 62.5 kg
Input/output jacks HDMI input, USB, DC output (for Sharp equipment), speaker
Tuner section
TV reception channels VHF channels 1 to 12
UHF channels 13 to 62
Cable TV channels 13 to 63
Digital BS channels 001 to 999
Digital CS110° channels 000 to 999
Digital terrestrial channels (excluding One-Seg) 011 to 528
(with cable TV pass-thru)
Input/output jacks HDMI input (3 sets)*8
D5 video input (3 sets)
S2 video input
Video input (3 sets)
DVI-I input (with audio input jack)
Monitor output (with S2 jack, doubles as video input and recording output jack)
Headphone output
Digital audio output (optical)
i.LINK (TS) S400 (2 sets)
B-CAS card slot
VHF/UHF antenna input
BS/CS110° antenna input
Telephone line (2,400 bps)
LAN (10Base-T/100Base-TX)
Controller (RS232C)
DC output (for Sharp equipment)
HDMI output
AC power input
AC power supply voltage 100 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 56 W
Standby power consumption 0.47 W (display and tuner combined)
Main unit dimensions 43.0 W x 31.8 D x 7.1 H cm
Main unit weight Approx. 4.7 kg

Annual power consumption*9 294 kWh/year (display and tuner combined) 220 kWh/year (display and tuner combined)
Accessories Smart Link remote control
Wireless remote control
Battery pack (lithium ion)
AAA dry cell battery (alkali)
Cradle
Power adapter for cradle
Power cord (for tuner)
VHF/UHF antenna cable
BS/CS110° antenna cable
Telephone cable
B-CAS card
Modular splitter
Tipover-prevention hardware
HDMI cable
Cable clamp set
Protective cover
Power cord cover
Operation manual
Easy user’s guide
Warranty card
*8 Supports 480i, 480p, 1080i, 720p, and 1080p.
*9 Measured based on Energy Conservation Law standards with the AV position switch set to “Standard”.



The following information is true and accurate at the time of publication. Manufacture, sale, price and specifications of products may be subjected to change.


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