Sharp LC S5U Series TV (15", 20")

Sharp LC S5U Series TV (15", 20")
alaScore 82

13 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the color and sound. The design and usability also get good feedback.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Sharp LC S5U Series TV (15", 20") is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Sharp LC S5U Series TV (15", 20")

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 user reviews of the Sharp LC S5U Series TV (15", 20") from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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90% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Darn good TV

 

Darn good TV

At the time of it's manufacture, probably the best 15" TV out there. Very wide usable viewing angle, decent sound.

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what a nice piece.

 

what a nice piece.

we bought this tv to use on our counter between the kitchen and dining room. we think it has great color and clarity. it is easy to see and can be turned to accomodate which room we are in. the price on this unit was also a factor in our purchase. ...

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Sharp AQUOS LC15S5U 15" LCD TV Review

 

Sharp AQUOS LC15S5U 15" LCD TV Review

Top quality, very bright, standard definition picture. Handy carrying handle.

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The Sharp "AQUOS" LC15S5U 15" LCD TV Receiver

 

Too many to list - summary: great looking color picture.

The owner's manual could be much improved. The automatic ambient light control is too aggressive.

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Mediocre picture quality for the price.

 

Mediocre picture quality for the price.

I have digital cable and I use this tv in the kitchen. I have not compared this tv quality to a similar size HDTV but as it is, the picture is somewhat grainy if you watch it from about 7 feet away or closer. at 300+ dollars, you might be able to get...

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Satisfied Purchaser

 

Satisfied Purchaser

The Sharp 15" Aquos makes an excellant TV for the kitchen. Not only does it provides a high quality picture but it is light enough to easily move if I have to use the space it occupies.

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new office TV

 

new office TV

My office TV had a squeeking sound...off to the repair guy "Morris"..."Sorry no parts, scrap it" Now what, he recommended this model. I went to the store he suggested, $ 400 but not in stock so I decided to check on line...Amazon store had it for $...

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Flippin' Good Picture!

 

Flippin' Good Picture!

We bought this TV to replace a 15" CRT in our kitchen and chose the Sharp based on the reviews here at Amazon. Very pleased with the sound, clarity of the picture and overall design. We had originally planned to mount it on the wall, but it takes up...

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Love this tv

 

Love this tv

Great TV, Love the size and look. Easy to setup and operate. Will probably buy another one

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Product Specifications

The AQUOS LC-15S5U features a distinctively narrow footprint and bottom-mounted speakers making it ideal for small places. The LC-15S5U utilizes Sharp's proprietary Advanced Super View/Black TFT panel that provides high brightness, a 500: 1 contrast ratio, and wide viewing angles. The EDTV Monitor is compatible with 480p signals from progressive DVD players and this series features HDTV compatibility via component input. The distinctive footed table stand easily removes for wall mounting applications using the VESA 100mm standard mounting pattern.

Audio System

Sound Output Mode:Stereo
Speakers Included:2 speakers

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:8.8in
Height:15in
Weight:9.5lbs
Width:14.6in

Environmental Standards

ENERGY STAR Qualified: Yes
EPA Energy Star Compliant: Yes

Header

Manufacturer:Sharp
Model:15S5U
Product Line:Sharp LC

Miscellaneous

Color:Black / Silver

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Television

Brightness:430cd/m2
Diagonal Size:15in
Diagonal Size (cm):38cm
Digital Television Certification:EDTV monitor
Image Aspect Ratio:4:3
Image Contrast Ratio:500:1
Progressive Scan:Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Resolution:640 x 480
Series:Aquos
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD TV
Video Interface:Component / Composite / S-Video
Viewing Angle:170 degrees

TV Tuner

TV Tuner Presence: Yes