February 16th 2007

Sharp Blu-Ray Recorder Needs Sharp TV

Sharp BD-HP1

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Sharp unveiled its debut Blu-Ray recorder for the Japanese market this week and it is the first to market that can record high-definition TV content directly. However, the connection required to enjoy HD content is only available on Sharp's own Aquos TV range.

Sharp's dedicated connection, called Aquos Fami-Link, uses a four-pin derivative of FireWire for connecting components, called i.LINK. The connection has been deployed for quite some time in Sharp's HDTVs and DVD-R consoles capable of high-definition recording.

Sharp says that its new Aquos BD-HP1 Blu-Ray recorder is just the beginning of the new line of products that Sharp is set to introduce to give its consumers new ways to enjoy high-definition images by combining Blu-ray Discs with the AQUOS LCD TV.

Sharp did not reveal the price for the BD-HP1 Blu-Ray recorder but it’s expected to cost over a $1000. The Sharp BD-HP1 Blu-Ray recorder will first hit Japan on March 20th.