Sharp LC-43LBU591U Roku HDTV Review, Specs and Manual

Overview

This is the Sharp 42.5-inch HDTV that is powered by Roku as its smart platform and user interface. Stream and Watch HD movies with its maximum 4K resolution. It has great contrast and vibrant color production that makes it special from other HDTV in its class.

Features

Brilliant 4K

This feature allows for more accurate 4K color production that is much more distinctive and striking to the eyes, rather than normal plain standard looking color.

High Dynamic Range

It allows for more contrast in all scenes, darker scenes shows more detail and brighter scenes are equalized to suit your eyes. HDR works similar to high end camera or even your phone has a HDR mode.

Roku Smart Platform

Instead of buying another Roku TV box or other streaming box, this HDTV has a built-in Roku interface. Which allows you to easily access thousands or even millions content online. Stream 4K movies directly on the Sharp HDTV. Roku is a much more easy to use and user friendly interface compared to other stock user interface on other HDTV's.

Mobile App

Download the Smart HDTV app and you can use your smartphone as a remote or you can even mirror or cast your smartphone directly to the HDTV without any wires or complicated setup.

Wide Viewing Angle

It has a 178° viewing angle, which translates that even when you are not centered on a seat in parallel to the TV, you will still enjoy viewing it without experiencing any color loss or blurred image quality.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	Sharp
Model	LC-43LBU591U
Screen Size	42.5 Inch (Class 43”) LED
Screen Resolution	3840 x 2160 (2160p)
Viewing Technologies	Brilliant 4K High Dynamic Range (HDR) Game Mode
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Response Time	8ms
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Contrast Ratio	4000:1
User Interface	Roku Smart TV
Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Built-in Speaker Output Power	Dual 8 Watts
Audio Technologies	DTS Studio Sound
Inputs and Outputs	3x HDMI 1x Composite 1x USB Port Antenna Input 3.5mm Headphone Jack 1x Analog Audio 1x Digital Audio (Optical)
Dimension (H x W x D)	22.4 x 38.2 x 3.5 in (Without Stand) 23.9 x 38.2 x 7.6 (With Stand)
Weight	21.6 lbs (Without Stand) 22.3 lbs. (With Stand)
Power Rating	120 Watts (Average)
Vesa Wall Mount	200 x 200mm

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Pros:

It has built-in Roku as its stock user interface
Image quality is sharp and clear
Color production is excellent

Cons:

It only has 1 USB port
The included remote control is not as user friendly
Speakers are not the great sounding and lacks volume

Verdict

If you need a simple to use but excellent picture quality HDTV, then the Sharp LC-43LBU591U is for you. With the built-in Roku interface you have instant access to major online streaming video services on the internet. Although there are some drawbacks, for one the speakers are not that loud enough and you definitely need a external speaker setup for this TV. Also there is only 1 USB port not good if you need to plug additional peripherals or needed a usb to power up your device..