: Sharp LC-60E69U


Hab_Boy
2012-03-13, 07:37 PM
I recently bought one from a local openbox store, and, for $850, I am more than impressed.
I know its 'only' LCD, but, the PQ is awesome and , despite not being a 'smart' TV, it does everything I need.
Specs are:

http://www.sharpusa.com/ForHome/HomeEntertainment/LCDTVs/LC60E69U.aspx

Its a good looking set, but, its kinda thick as compared to most new LED's and Plasmas. I am not kidding myself, this TV was probably 'put together' for the Xmas 2011 season, and, the outer case may be from an earlier model. Its in a good spot in my room, and, the thickness is not noticed :-)

All 3 HDMI inputs are being used (TV, BD and XBOX) as well as the VGA input. There is a component and an analog video input as well. I use the analog audio out to goto my audio sytem as there is no optical audio out. The digital coax audio output can only be used with the PC and the TUNER inputs.

As far as the picture on this thing....I mostly watch my HTPC (via the VGA input) and play XBOX360. The HTPC is fantastic, rocking at a very clear 1360 x 768. The XBOX, in 1080p , is nice as well, I do NOT notice any game lag, and I play a lot of online multiplayer games, despite the TV not having a 'GAME' mode.
The TV picture , of course, depends on the source. HD looks good on most channels (I have telus optik tv) and SD is watchable, actually, my 60" LG plasma didnt look as good in SD as this one.

The menu is adequate, and, options are just 'ok'. The picture controls, have the basics, like contrast etc, but also have advanced settings to turn on/off and set variables for things like noise reduction and 120hz level.

The remote is basic, and not universal...the TV blended seamlessly being controlled by my Harmony 650 remote anyway.

I would list my picture settings, but, I dunno what use it would be?

Overall, great price, great TV.

Machoosh
2012-03-13, 10:46 PM
Thanks for the info ...

Hab_Boy
2012-03-14, 11:51 AM
Im gonna post my Settings to compare to others....

Has anyone got one of these TV's?

Opinions?

57
2012-03-14, 03:51 PM
Feel free to post your settings, however, each TV is different (even the same make/model) so internet settings are really not very useful due to differences in the environment and equipment connected too. Here's the FAQ on Optimization: Talks about all this in great detail, with links as explanations.

http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=76161

Hab_Boy
2012-03-16, 08:06 PM
Thanx 57,
It looks as though this TV isnt as popular as the Quattron models. Even though this TV was built with Sharp's Xgen LCD panel, it was only available for a limited time, I think Amazon is really the only place you can get it now.
I compared this one with the Quattron 60" side by side, and, honestly, even after fiddling with the pic on each...the LC-60E69U looked just as good (I think the yellow pixel is more hype than anything) and was $400 less.
My Current settings are;

Brightness 55
Contract 75
Color 50
Tint 8
Sharpness 50
Backlight Medium
Color Temp Cool
Dynamic Contrast ON (very suttle and effective)
Film Mode OFF
Noise Reduction MED
Mpeg Noise Reduction MED
120mhz Level MED

I am sure it isnt ISF perfect, but, it looks pretty good, I may still get it calibrated.

57
2012-03-16, 11:38 PM
Sharpness 50

Color Temp CoolThese two settings don't look right. The Sharpness should typically be between 0-25 to avoid halos around dark objects (I assume the scale is 0-100) and the colour temperature should be at the warmest or next to warmest setting. Cool is simply way too blue. After you set the colour temperature, you may need to redo the colour and tint settings. I assume you're on the "User" picture mode.

Hab_Boy
2012-03-17, 07:56 PM
Thanx for the heads up 57...I went to 18 on Sharpness and the Color Temp down to Normal, made an improvement

tdti1
2012-03-18, 11:44 AM
Ya on most tv's my Shapness is 0-10.