Sharp Aquos LC32D44U

samven582 · 03-02-08, 12:46 PM

does anybody have any info on sharps newest 32"?

samven582 · 03-03-08, 12:47 PM

anybody?

1bpaul · 03-03-08, 06:22 PM

I just purchased this TV on Saturday, and I must say, I'm impressed. The picture clarity and color are excellent ( with the default "dynamic" picture mode set) The sound, while not worth bragging about, is definately acceptable, with "SRS" and an EQ adjustment as options. Besides, most people will pump into an amplifier anyway, but we use this in our bedroom and it's quite listenable.
The inputs ( 6 or 7 of them,including 2 HDMI) have the option to label them, while not with a direct input label, the menu gives you a nice choice of pre set descriptions. (IE Satellite, DVD, Etc.) The 7500:1 contrast presents a nice deep black, and I have noticed no banding so far.
The only quirks are that the options for aspect ratio are somewhat strange, instead of 4:3, 16:9, you get "Full Screen" "Stretch" "Zoom", and the remote could use backlit, but is fairly well laid out. The channel change, as in most LCD's ( at least the 2 that I have) has noticeable latency.I may be spoiled by my Sammy, which has 2 F connectors for Coaxial cable inputs ( one for HD Antenna, One for Satellite input) The Sharp only has one. (minor complaint, really)

The menu options are plentiful and there are many variables available in the menu's. I recommend this with a 4.5 out of 5 stars, especially if you can find one for under $800.00 as I did.

samven582 · 03-03-08, 06:25 PM

where did you buy it??

AlexInvision · 03-03-08, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 1bpaul

I just purchased this TV on Saturday, and I must say, I'm impressed. The picture clarity and color are excellent ( with the default "dynamic" picture mode set) The sound, while not worth bragging about, is definately acceptable, with "SRS" and an EQ adjustment as options. Besides, most people will pump into an amplifier anyway, but we use this in our bedroom and it's quite listenable.
The inputs ( 6 or 7 of them,including 2 HDMI) have the option to label them, while not with a direct input label, the menu gives you a nice choice of pre set descriptions. (IE Satellite, DVD, Etc.) The 7500:1 contrast presents a nice deep black, and I have noticed no banding so far.
The only quirks are that the options for aspect ratio are somewhat strange, instead of 4:3, 16:9, you get "Full Screen" "Stretch" "Zoom", and the remote could use backlit, but is fairly well laid out. The channel change, as in most LCD's ( at least the 2 that I have) has noticeable latency.I may be spoiled by my Sammy, which has 2 F connectors for Coaxial cable inputs ( one for HD Antenna, One for Satellite input) The Sharp only has one. (minor complaint, really)

The menu options are plentiful and there are many variables available in the menu's. I recommend this with a 4.5 out of 5 stars, especially if you can find one for under $800.00 as I did.

Have you noticed how good the refresh rate is on it, also is it banding free.

1bpaul · 03-03-08, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by AlexInvision

Have you noticed how good the refresh rate is on it, also is it banding free.

The specs list the refresh rate @ 6ms, and I haven't done formal Banding tests yet.

samven582 · 03-03-08, 10:59 PM

ok guys I just bought this tv from Costco. The model # is not LC32D44U but the LC-C3234U, however The LC-C3234U is the LC32D44U spec wise. The one thing I notice this year compare to the LC32D43U is that in advance menu you have more options; such as you can change the Hue and saturation now

GGG · 03-04-08, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by samven582

ok guys I just bought this tv from Costco. The model # is not LC32D44U but the LC-C3234U, however The LC-C3234U is the LC32D44U spec wise. The one thing I notice this year compare to the LC32D43U is that in advance menu you have more options; such as you can change the Hue and saturation now

FYI, there will be a 1 Ben coupon on this set starting on the 17th...

samven582 · 03-04-08, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by GGG

FYI, there will be a 1 Ben coupon on this set starting on the 17th...

serious!!! Damn. Will costco refund me $100 if I show them this coupon???

take-2 · 03-05-08, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by GGG

FYI, there will be a 1 Ben coupon on this set starting on the 17th...

Hey,im gonna buy my Sharp LC-32d44u tomorrow.Whats this that costco has the same model,but only in a differant model number...........and you can get it CHEAPER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Whats this coupon?

JonDotCom · 03-05-08, 04:02 PM

The inputs are all the way on the back on this model, meaning if you have it wall mounted you may not be able to easily make cable connections. I have the prior model snug up against the wall and having the inputs on the side are a definite + for me (though I'm sure the opposite preference is out there).

I'm wondering why they changed the design so much.. maybe it's not truly a sharp but something else re-badged?

Anyway, my local Costco had both 32" sharps so you can compare.

GGG · 03-05-08, 07:51 PM

I own last years Costco model Sharp which I think is either the 3242 or 3243, it is Aquos labeled and Sharp made. My local Costco still only has the older ones (and still quite a few stacked up in inventory). I have yet to see the new 3234, is it labeled an Aquos? If so, it should not be a rebadged version.

Re:the inputs, my Sharp 52" & 57" have the same crappy input design on the back. Just buy all of your cables ahead of time and plug in before mounting.

samven582 · 03-06-08, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by GGG

I own last years Costco model Sharp which I think is either the 3242 or 3243, it is Aquos labeled and Sharp made. My local Costco still only has the older ones (and still quite a few stacked up in inventory). I have yet to see the new 3234, is it labeled an Aquos? If so, it should not be a rebadged version.

Re:the inputs, my Sharp 52" & 57" have the same crappy input design on the back. Just buy all of your cables ahead of time and plug in before mounting.

yes it is a Aquos, so the panel is made in Japan but assembly in Mexico

take-2 · 03-06-08, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by samven582

yes it is a Aquos, so the panel is made in Japan but assembly in Mexico

you sure its not fully made in japan,i kinda want to stay away from sharps that are assembled there.i think thats the birthplace of sharp's banding.

samven582 · 03-06-08, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by take-2

you sure its not fully made in japan,i kinda want to stay away from sharps that are assembled there.i think thats the birthplace of sharp's banding.

Yes only the panel is made in Japan. My set does not have any banding at all. It seems the larger size panels made my sharp (40+) are plague with banding.

take-2 · 03-08-08, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by samven582

Yes only the panel is made in Japan. My set does not have any banding at all. It seems the larger size panels made my sharp (40+) are plague with banding.

are you totally happy with this unit? what is it you dont like about it,if there is something not to like?

buditan · 03-10-08, 02:31 PM

Just bought the LC-C3234U from Costco - so far very good. Although it seems to find lots of digital channels that are just blank with some sort of stereo signal... BTW - I have Comcast Digital...

GGG · 03-10-08, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by take-2

you sure its not fully made in japan,i kinda want to stay away from sharps that are assembled there.i think thats the birthplace of sharp's banding.

The "birthplace" for banding is not an assembly line, it's the factory where the mother glass substrate is manufactured.

samven582 · 03-10-08, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by take-2

are you totally happy with this unit? what is it you dont like about it,if there is something not to like?

The only thing I don't like is were they place all the inputs. I wish there on side like last years models.

take-2 · 03-10-08, 04:57 PM

Ok,just back from getting the my 44u.And so far so good.I like this tv alot.Not gonna register it with Sharp until im fully assured there aren't any problems...........By the way,i still believe that mexico plays a major role in Sharps banding problems.As in other manufacturing plants,alot of the products problems has to do with the assembling.

bottoms · 03-13-08, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by take-2

Ok,just back from getting the my 44u.And so far so good.I like this tv alot.Not gonna register it with Sharp until im fully assured there aren't any problems...........By the way,i still believe that mexico plays a major role in Sharps banding problems.As in other manufacturing plants,alot of the products problems has to do with the assembling.

So is it a keeper?

take-2 · 03-13-08, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by bottoms

So is it a keeper?

YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I registered it today with Sharp.I like this tv almost as much as my other Sharp 42d72u.This tv is slim and has great color,no issues at all with this set.....i'm happy with it.

bottoms · 03-13-08, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by take-2

YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I registered it today with Sharp.I like this tv almost as much as my other Sharp 42d72u.This tv is slim and has great color,no issues at all with this set.....i'm happy with it.

What settings are you using?

JonDotCom · 03-14-08, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by buditan

Just bought the LC-C3234U from Costco - so far very good. Although it seems to find lots of digital channels that are just blank with some sort of stereo signal... BTW - I have Comcast Digital...

You'd probably get all of those channels with Comcast basic FYI. Try without the set top box and if it's good enough you might be able to save some $$.

take-2 · 03-14-08, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bottoms

What settings are you using?

Right now,my settings are just standard.I wanted to start off this way and see that there aren't any issues.Now that i do not see a problem,i will start to play around with the settings.But overall,im happy with this set.

bottoms · 03-15-08, 07:43 PM

[quote=take-2;13381562]Right now,my settings are just standard.I wanted to start off this way and see that there aren't any issues.Now that i do not see a problem,i will start to play around with the settings.But overall,im happy with this set.[/QUOT

qould you compare this to the 43u? There will be a coupon @ costco starting Monday , my COSTCO had about 40 in the reafters waiting to be displayed.

take-2 · 03-15-08, 11:13 PM

i cant compare this to the 43u,as i know little about the set.But after looking at the spec sheet of both,the 44u is superior.It has a contrast ratio of 7500,and this 43u only has 6000.There is probably not a day-night difference there,but there has to be a diffrence or else they would not make the 44u.What i do know is,the 44u's cabinet is much slimmer then the 43u's.

bottoms · 03-16-08, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by take-2

i cant compare this to the 43u,as i know little about the set.But after looking at the spec sheet of both,the 44u is superior.It has a contrast ratio of 7500,and this 43u only has 6000.There is probably not a day-night difference there,but there has to be a diffrence or else they would not make the 44u.What i do know is,the 44u's cabinet is much slimmer then the 43u's.

I am torn between the sammy LNT 3253 or the Sharp LCC 3234U from COSTCO. I am assuming the 44 and 34 Sharp's are the same , but the sharp support wouldn't comfirm.They did say the 34 does not have the QAM tuner.The Sammy would be 20% more if I bought the Sharp w/coupon.

CaCHooKa Man · 03-17-08, 04:56 PM

i just picked up the LC-C3234U from costco. i had a vizio vx32l and the PQ on the aquos is already better without having to tweak anything.

samven582 · 03-17-08, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by bottoms

I am torn between the sammy LNT 3253 or the Sharp LCC 3234U from COSTCO. I am assuming the 44 and 34 Sharp's are the same , but the sharp support wouldn't comfirm.They did say the 34 does not have the QAM tuner.The Sammy would be 20% more if I bought the Sharp w/coupon.

the 34 is the same has the new 44 series. The sharp rep had no clue what he/she was taking about. For $650 for a sharp is a steal

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1bpaul New Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2	Sharp LC-32D44U I just purchased this TV on Saturday, and I must say, I'm impressed. The picture clarity and color are excellent ( with the default "dynamic" picture mode set) The sound, while not worth bragging about, is definately acceptable, with "SRS" and an EQ adjustment as options. Besides, most people will pump into an amplifier anyway, but we use this in our bedroom and it's quite listenable. The inputs ( 6 or 7 of them,including 2 HDMI) have the option to label them, while not with a direct input label, the menu gives you a nice choice of pre set descriptions. (IE Satellite, DVD, Etc.) The 7500:1 contrast presents a nice deep black, and I have noticed no banding so far. The only quirks are that the options for aspect ratio are somewhat strange, instead of 4:3, 16:9, you get "Full Screen" "Stretch" "Zoom", and the remote could use backlit, but is fairly well laid out. The channel change, as in most LCD's ( at least the 2 that I have) has noticeable latency.I may be spoiled by my Sammy, which has 2 F connectors for Coaxial cable inputs ( one for HD Antenna, One for Satellite input) The Sharp only has one. (minor complaint, really) The menu options are plentiful and there are many variables available in the menu's. I recommend this with a 4.5 out of 5 stars, especially if you can find one for under $800.00 as I did.

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JonDotCom AVS Special Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,258	Carefully look at the pictures before you buy- last years is better for me The inputs are all the way on the back on this model, meaning if you have it wall mounted you may not be able to easily make cable connections. I have the prior model snug up against the wall and having the inputs on the side are a definite + for me (though I'm sure the opposite preference is out there). I'm wondering why they changed the design so much.. maybe it's not truly a sharp but something else re-badged? Anyway, my local Costco had both 32" sharps so you can compare. __________________ 1080p, where marketing genius and science fiction collide!

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samven582 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 75	anybody?

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samven582 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 75	where did you buy it??

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samven582 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 75	ok guys I just bought this tv from Costco. The model # is not LC32D44U but the LC-C3234U, however The LC-C3234U is the LC32D44U spec wise. The one thing I notice this year compare to the LC32D43U is that in advance menu you have more options; such as you can change the Hue and saturation now

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GGG Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Seattle Posts: 399	I own last years Costco model Sharp which I think is either the 3242 or 3243, it is Aquos labeled and Sharp made. My local Costco still only has the older ones (and still quite a few stacked up in inventory). I have yet to see the new 3234, is it labeled an Aquos? If so, it should not be a rebadged version. Re:the inputs, my Sharp 52" & 57" have the same crappy input design on the back. Just buy all of your cables ahead of time and plug in before mounting.

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buditan New Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 13	Just bought the LC-C3234U from Costco - so far very good. Although it seems to find lots of digital channels that are just blank with some sort of stereo signal... BTW - I have Comcast Digital...

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take-2 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 266	Ok,just back from getting the my 44u.And so far so good.I like this tv alot.Not gonna register it with Sharp until im fully assured there aren't any problems...........By the way,i still believe that mexico plays a major role in Sharps banding problems.As in other manufacturing plants,alot of the products problems has to do with the assembling.

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bottoms Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: RIC Va Posts: 159	[quote=take-2;13381562]Right now,my settings are just standard.I wanted to start off this way and see that there aren't any issues.Now that i do not see a problem,i will start to play around with the settings.But overall,im happy with this set.[/QUOT qould you compare this to the 43u? There will be a coupon @ costco starting Monday , my COSTCO had about 40 in the reafters waiting to be displayed.

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take-2 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 266	i cant compare this to the 43u,as i know little about the set.But after looking at the spec sheet of both,the 44u is superior.It has a contrast ratio of 7500,and this 43u only has 6000.There is probably not a day-night difference there,but there has to be a diffrence or else they would not make the 44u.What i do know is,the 44u's cabinet is much slimmer then the 43u's.

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CaCHooKa Man Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 625	i just picked up the LC-C3234U from costco. i had a vizio vx32l and the PQ on the aquos is already better without having to tweak anything.