no matter how you put it, with its combination of a 46'''''' lcd hdtv and a blu-ray disc player, sharp's lc-46bd80u brings you the height of hd viewing, all in one machine. a full hd 1080p panel resolution is the ideal venue for the high definition video found on blu-ray disc media. and because the lc-46bd80u is a sharp aquos panel, it delivers more than just a high definition resolution — the lc-46d85u fuels its full hd 1080p, 16:9 widescreen panel with a diverse repertoire of design features. first, an 10-bit asv lcd panel with deep color capability combines with high contrast levels to deliver deep blacks and vivid colors for a natural, impacting picture. second, a super-fast 4ms pixel-response time delivers accurate video reproduction, while a high 450 cd/m² brightness level lets you enjoy a clear, crisp picture even when there are higher levels of ambient light. finally, a wide 176° x 176° viewing angle makes sure that everyone has a clear view of the main feature, regardless of where they're sitting. oh, and with its 60,000-hour-to-half-brighness panel life, you'll be enjoying stunning aquos video performance for over 32 years at five hours of viewing per day.
bringing you the absolute best in connectivity, sharp's lc-46bd80u features four hdmi connections. hdmi (high-definition multimedia interface) is the only interface in consumer electronics that can carry both uncompressed high-definition (hd) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all hd formats including 720p, 1080i and even 1080p. your incoming media content comes in a variety of sizes, resolutions and formats, and with that in mind, hdmi systems automatically configure to display that content in the most effective format. since hdmi carries all channels on video and audio, there is only one cable to plug into any hdmi-enabled source and display device. no more complicated cable set-up when installing your home theater system, and no more ugly cable mess behind your components. hdmi supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on this single cable. also, hdmi is fully backward-compatible with dvi. (please note that a physical adapter, sold separately, is needed to make the conversion from hdmi to dvi.)
seeking to meet your demand to reduce energy use and preserve the environment, sharp has made sure that the lc-46bd80u meets the u.s. government's standard for energy star qualification. what does the energy star qualification mean? energy star is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. for the family or homeowner, energy efficient choices can reduce energy consumption and expenses by up to one third while resulting in similar savings of greenhouse gas emissions, without sacrificing features, style or comfort. energy star helps you make the energy efficient choice. when a product boasts the energy star qualification, this means the product meets stringent government standards set by the epa and us department of energy for conserving both energy and the environment. so whether you are concerned for the environment, your pocket book or both, this appliance helps ensure both are given an easier load to bear.