The Sharp KS and Sharp ES models were released in 2015 and 2016 for the European market; examples include the LC-65XUF8772KS and 65XUF8772ES. The KS and ES suffixes do not denote different TV series or differences in key technical specifications. They indicate the region in which the TV was sold. KS models were intended for the United Kingdom and Ireland, while ES models were intended for other European countries.
In terms of technical specifications, the KS and ES series TVs are identical. Depending on the screen size, these TVs were available in HD, Full HD, or 4K Ultra HD resolutions and used LED-backlit LCD technology. The TVs were equipped with more advanced displays manufactured using WRGY technology, which adds an extra yellow pixel to the three primary pixels. At the time, this was a patented Sharp technology, but it did not become widely adopted.
The TVs are equipped with Smart TV features, built-in Wi-Fi, multiple HDMI and USB ports, and support digital broadcasting standards such as DVB-T/T2/C/S/S2. They also support the new HEVC (H.265) video codecs.
The only significant difference between the KS and ES series models lies in regional support for broadcasting services. The KS series models included support for Freeview HD and Saorview, used in the UK and Ireland, while the ES series models were configured for the broadcasting standards of continental Europe. Overall, the picture quality, performance, and functionality of the KS and ES series models are identical.
Technical specifications of Sharp KS and ES models
| Parameter | KS Models | ES Models |
|---|---|---|
| Market Region | United Kingdom and Ireland | Continental Europe |
| Hardware | Identical to ES models | Identical to KS models |
| Display Technology | LED LCD | LED LCD |
| Screen Resolution | HD, Full HD, or 4K UHD (depending on the model) | HD, Full HD, or 4K UHD (depending on the model) |
| Smart TV Platform | Same as the corresponding ES model | Same as the corresponding KS model |
| HDMI Ports | Same as ES version | Same as KS version |
| USB Ports | Same as ES version | Same as KS version |
| Digital Tuners | DVB-T/T2/C/S/S2 | DVB-T/T2/C/S/S2 |
| HEVC (H.265) Support | Depends on the model | Depends on the model |
| Wi-Fi | Depends on the model | Depends on the model |
| Special Feature | Supports Freeview HD (UK) and Saorview (Ireland) | Designed for European broadcasting standards |
| Picture Quality | Identical to the corresponding ES model | Identical to the corresponding KS model |
| Production Years | Mainly 2015–2016 | Mainly 2015–2016 |
