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Overall Rating
5 Star Review
Reviewed by: anomie612
Updated:11-27-06
Duration of ownership:2 Weeks
Strengths: Picture quality; 7000:1 contrast; 1080p; QAM tuner, sound quality
Weaknesses: High price
Overall Evaluation: This is a very nice LCD HDTV. I looked at other brands but came back to Sony because I thought it offered the best bang for the buck. HDTV is jaw-dropping and simply stunning. I'm finding myself watching a lot of HD shows, even some I've never watched previously. Regular TV (analog/SD) is okay (especially the further away you sit). The TV's built in scaler is excellent and watching DVD's with my upconverting DVD player is darn near HD quality. Black levels are more than adequate on this set with an amazing 7000:1 contrast ratio. I am able to connect this to my Mac to use as a second monitor via HDMI > DVI and 1:1 pixel mapping is excellent with no overscan. The ability to tweak the picture to my desired taste is also excellent. Sound quality is better than expected though I usually use my surround sound system. You cannot go wrong with this Sony!
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Overall Rating
4 Star Review
Reviewed by: pyk
Updated:11-26-06
Duration of ownership:10 Days
Strengths: HDtv picture
Weaknesses: picture on regular cable-not what I anticipated
Overall Evaluation: The HDtv picture is excellent. The picture on regular cable is ok on some channels and not so good on others. I had read some other reviews that said the sound was not good, but I would disagree, I thought to sound was very good. The picture is great when watching a dvd. The tv is light weight and easy to hang when you get the correct mount. The remote is basic but rely on the cable company's remote any way, and instructions are fairly simple to understand. Overall I would say that I'm happy with the product-got what I expected-but not blown away.
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Overall Rating
5 Star Review
Reviewed by: SnF
Updated:11-25-06
Duration of ownership:2 Days
Strengths: HD 1080p, QAM/ATSC and Sony quality
Weaknesses: high price and no HDMI cable
Overall Evaluation: Purchased this TV 2 days ago. Overall, I am very satisfied with it. It is the best Sony LCD TV with a price tag under 2K. The HD is amazing and the sound is good. 1080p resolution can be delivered by PS3 games and Blu-ray/HD DVDs. BTW, 7000:1 is the widest possible ratio between black and white contrast levels. Its real contrast ratio is 1300:1. I highly recommend this product!
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Overall Rating
5 Star Review
Reviewed by: ironman403
Updated:11-06-06
Duration of ownership:2 Days
Strengths: Picture color quality and contrast (7000:1) is excellent. If you don't own a home theater system, the 20 watt speaker system sounded better than any other comparable model.
Weaknesses: None. Go to a store several times and take your time inspecting the Sony against the comparable Samsung, Pioneer, LG, etc.. 40" LCDs and 42" plasmas. You'll see & hear the difference.
Overall Evaluation: I highly recommend this product based on its quality. This LCD HDTV looked better than all the 42" plasmas offered at the same price. Great TV if you watch television during the day or have skylights in your room... NO GLARE! The Samsung LNS4095D speaker system did not even come close to the Sony's sound system. I spent one month researching top of the line 40" LCDs and 42" plasmas to finally choose this Sony HDTV. My decision was based on performance and looks. 1080p resolution will be great when Blu Ray's come down in price.
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Overall Rating
4 Star Review
Reviewed by: fryinpan1
Updated:10-27-06
Duration of ownership:
Strengths: good picture and sound quality
Weaknesses: did not include HDMI cable
Overall Evaluation: I recommend this LCD. Overall it has good picture and sound quality, which is the most important thing. Also, it has a nice design, an easy to use menu, and you can fully adjust images. This HDTV includes 7000:1 contrast ratio and 1080p resolution. The only negative is that regular television looks just ok and you will need to purchase HDMI cables for better picture quality.
