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Sony Sony KDL40XBR6 40" BRAVIA XBR 1080p LCD HDTV
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Screen Specs
| Diagonal screen size | 40 inches |
| Viewable size | 40 inches |
| Display type | LCD |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Contrast ratio | 50000:1 |
| Static contrast ratio | 4000:1 |
| Response time | 8 ms |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Broadcast Standards & Resolutions
| Broadcast format displayed | 1080p (HDTV) |
| Broadcast format supported |
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Good Screen Size For the Bedroom
HDTVs with a diagonal screen size between 37 and 41 inches, such as this model has, are typically LCD televisions with a resolution of either 1366 by 768 or 1920 by 1080 (1080p). Plasma televisions of this size and resolution are less common. The optimum viewing distance for an HDTV screen like this one is about 6 to 7 feet. That makes a television of this size appropriate for a variety of living situations, including the bedroom, the den, or a small living area.
Resolution Matches Blu-Ray Disc and HD Formats
All modern HDTVs are fixed-pixel displays. The number of pixels a display has determines its maximum resolution and thus the fineness of detail it can reproduce. Resolution is normally expressed as pixel width versus pixel height. This television's resolution is 1920 by 1080, meaning it has 1920 pixel columns by 1080 pixel rows. Popular for midrange and high-end HDTVs of all types, especially those with large screens, this resolution matches the 1080i maximum resolution for broadcast HDTV and 1080p Blu-ray Disc formats. A key characteristic of all fixed-pixel displays is that incoming signals not at the set's native resolution must be scaled to match that resolution. The quality of this mathematical upconversion or downconversion can significantly affect the picture, especially for ordinary standard-definition TV signals. Inferior scaling may soften the picture, exaggerate noise, or cause some edges to appear slightly jagged.
LCD Display Technology
LCD televisions, like this one, are relatively thin, lightweight panels with a light source at the rear and a lattice of tiny cells filled with liquid crystals in the middle. They perform better than plasmas in brightly lit rooms and don't suffer image burn-in. But because the liquid crystal is never completely opaque, reproducing black or near-black color is harder for LCDs. Picture quality can deteriorate when viewing from far off to the side; and because liquid crystals respond relatively slowly to changes in applied voltage, fast-moving objects on the screen may appear to blur slightly. But LCD technology continues to improve, and these problems are less of an issue today (look for models that tout a 120-Hz refresh rate and a wide viewing angle). LCDs tend to be cheaper than comparable-size plasmas and are available in smaller screen sizes (37 inches and below).
Supports Modern HD Inputs
HDTV sets now routinely have at least one HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) input, and usually two, three, or four. An HDMI connection carries digital video and, in many cases, audio from HD cable and satellite receivers, Blu-ray Disc players, and some DVD players and game consoles to the TV over a single cable. Because of their convenience and quality, HDMI connections, when they are available, are generally preferable to other types. Normally an HDTV set will also have two, or possibly three, component-video inputs as well. You can also expect your TV to have component video as well as one or two standard three-wire A/V inputs (composite video plus stereo audio), and one or two RF inputs for direct antenna or cable-TV input.
Access the Internet or a Home Network
An RJ-45 port on an HDTV like this one indicates that the TV can make an ethernet connection to the Internet or to a home network. Depending on the television, such a connection could enable myriad capabilities--including Web browsing on the TV, remote software updates, or the display of photos and playing of videos and other media stored on your computer via a home network. The exact functions supported may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, or from model to model, so if you are interested in a particular function, make sure the HDTV you're considering supports it.
Access Your Media Files Via USB
Some HDTVs, such as this one, now have USB ports. These ports are typically used either to update the television’s software (firmware), or to access music and photo files from a USB flash drive. As HDTVs have become increasingly complex, so has their internal operating software, which means the update capability could be quite valuable. Likewise, it can be convenient and fun to scroll through your vacation images simply by jacking in a USB drive. The exact functions supported via the port may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer or from model to model, however, so check with the manufacturer before buying if you have a specific use in mind.
Don't Buy Based on Contrast Ratio
Contrast ratio is the ratio of a display’s light output at maximum brightness to its output at minimum brightness, or peak white to pitch black. The most significant limiting factor is usually the black level rather than the white, because true black is hard to achieve and white intensity can’t be taken too high without becoming uncomfortable. Unfortunately, published specifications are unreliable: Manufacturers use at least four "standard" ways to measure contrast ratio, each of which yields different numbers; and the numbers produced by any one method varies depending on the test conditions and display settings. Manufacturers don't describe their methodology or test conditions in their specs, so don’t even think about comparing the contrast ratio of displays from competing manufacturers. Comparisons within a particular brand's line may have some validity, but even then, be careful of reading too much into them.
Review Now! Already own it? Tell us What You Think
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Reviewed by: michdaw
Strengths: TV set is prone to breaking.
Weaknesses: Picture will suddenly go black, not turn on. Sony will not stand by their hardware.
Overall: We bought the 40" Sony Bravia TV two years ago, and suddenly the picture won't turn on. After calls to Sony and a visit by a repair technician, we're told the BE2 board is faulty and will cost over $1100 to fix. It's only two years old, and we do not want to give Sony additional $$ and additional profit for a TV which they do not seem to want to ensure works after 12 months. After repeated calls and pleas, they now will offer to pay part of purchasing a new TV, which tells me they do not believe the Sony Bravia 40" is worth fixing. Unbelievable. Do not buy Sony Bravia TVs.
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Reviewed by: tbuccelli
Strengths: Great picture quality, Colors, 120Hz, Small Bezel / Form Factor, Many inputs
Weaknesses: Pricey, Silver Base looks "cheap"
Overall: This is my second Sony XBR purchase and I am again pleased. The picture quality is excellent, especially with an HD signal, with great colors and clarity. I compared side by side vs. other models and for me, the Sony XBR was worth the additional cost, the one BIG negative I have about this set. Another benefit to me is the number of inputs on this set, I was able to quickly hook up the Cable Tuner, the Wii, the DVD Player and the VCR, with 3 HDMI ports left. I have not tried the Laptop yet or USB ports. The size of the set is also great, there is not much space wasted with the bezel. I was able to fit this 40" set in a space where I initially thought I could only fit a 37" as the total width was only 37" vs 36" or so on the 37" sets. Lastly, a nit in my opinion. I think Sony could have done a better job making the stand look a little sharper, the silver/gray part of the stand looks "cheap" in my opinion.
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Reviewed by: NineToez
Strengths: 120Hz, excellent image quality
Weaknesses: No PIP, pricey
Overall: At 40", this HDTV was intended for my bedroom believe it or not. I game with a PS3 and wanted the best picture quality possible to take full advantage of the HDMI capabilities of the PS3. While others may say a 32" or 37" would have been better, neither of them feature 120Hz refresh and the 32" would not have been a smaller scale image, but also not true HD resolution. Glad I went big and have no regrets whatsoever. Would highly recommend if you find the extra few bucks over a Sharp or Samsung.
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Reviewed by: markwildt
Strengths: As always Sony delivers with nice feature and great picture. No problems. Would purchase and recommend to anyone.
Weaknesses: Sounds seems poor but most LCD's are compared to the OLD CRT TV's. Crank up the Voice Zoom" it helps, but still very nice not a problem to use, but its more of a general design issue.
Overall: On remote would prefer the volume, channel selection to be near middle or top of remote, but this one has it at the bottom, weird, but works. Can upgrade the "Firmware" or built-in software that controls the TV via a USB Stick, Sonys support site tells you exactly what to do. Nice since I assume as new features become available your TV can stay up to do. Even has an Ethernet port that will help for future sharing of videos from your home computer network. Picture looks great even on a bright sunny day.
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