Sony HDTV's have been among the best selling in the market today with their top-notch features and unmatched reliability. With so many choices available for the consumers, what are the products that make sure they get most from their hard earned money. Here is a look at Sony top three selling HDTV's at Crutchfield.com.
Sony KDL-V40XBR1
The Sony 40" KDL-V40XBR1 is the companyís top-of-the-line flat-panel LCD HDTV. Given the plethora of flat-panel TVs in the market, it is good to know that there are still products that continue to use the highly-renowned XBR TV designed that provide outstanding picture quality and advanced design.
The KDL-V40XBR1ís high-resolution screen gives pictures lifelike detail and clarity. This product is among the first LCDís to use Sonyís "wide color gamut" backlight. Skin tones come out more natural and color is reproduced more accurately.
Details:
ª HDTV ó receives and decodes digital standard-definition and HDTV signals from over-the-air broadcasts (antenna required) and cable TV service (CableCARDô required)
ª S-PVA (Super Patterned Vertical Alignment) LCD panel for improved off-axis viewing
ª picture settings memory for each video input
ª widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
ª 1366 x 768 pixels
ª 6 A/V inputs, including:
ï 3 composite video (2 rear, 1 side)
ï 1 S-video
ï 3 component video (2 rear, 1 side)
ª ultra-fast pixel response time (8 milliseconds)
ª 170∞(H) x 170∞(V) viewing angle
ª Wide Color Gamut fluorescent backlight for more accurate colors
ª Wega Engineô digital video processing (upconverts non-HD signals)
ª Wega Gateô on-screen operation guide
ª built-in stereo speakers (13 watts x 2)
ª multibrand remote control
ó accepts 1080i/720p/480p/480i signals
ï HDMI digital audio/video input
ª PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
ª detachable tilt/swivel stand (depth is 14-5/8")
ª wall-mountable (bracket not included)
ª 2 RF inputs for antenna/cable signals
ª high-speed USB input for a digital camera
ª optical digital audio output for DolbyÆ Digital
ª 39-7/8"W x 26-3/4"H x 4-3/4"D (28-3/8"H x 14-5/8"D on stand)
ª weight: 62 lbs. (without stand)
ª warranty: 1 year parts & labor ó in-home service
Sony BRAVIA
The Sony BRAVIA represents a new revolution to the LCD TV, as its impact can be compared to the Trinitronís arrival during the tube TV era. The BRAVIA will guarantee years of viewing enjoyments, as it boasts of outstanding picture quality and top-notch reliability.
No detail is left unnoticed given the BRAVIAís high pixel count and it becomes more astounding when it receives HD signals. A light-sensing ensures that pictures enhance and adapt to the lighting of a room.
Details:
ª HDTV monitor (a separate tuner is required to enable HDTV viewing)
ª 1366 x 768 pixels
ª ultra-fast pixel response time
ª 170∞(H) x 170∞(V) viewing angle
ª widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
ª Light Sensor enabled brightness level adjustment to make up for room lighting
ª standard TV tuner
ª Wega Gate on-screen operation guide
ª built-in stereo speakers (10 watts x 2)
ª multibrand remote control
ª PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
ª RF input for antenna/cable signals
ª Energy StarÆ compliant
ª 5 A/V inputs, including:
ï 3 composite video (2 rear, 1 side)
ï 3 S-video (2 rear, 1 side)
ï 1 component video (accepts 1080i/720p/480p/480i signals)
ï 1 HDMI digital audio/video input
ª weight: 28.3 lbs. (without stand)
ª warranty: 1 year parts & labor ó carry-in service
Sony KLV-S32A10
The Sony KLV-S32A10 is one of the first models to roll out from Sony and Samsungís jointly owned new state-of-the-art LCD factory. The KLV-S32A10 delivers pinpoint detail especially if used to view high-definition programs given its high pixel count. A light-sensing circuit automatically adjusts the picture to make up for room lighting.
Details:
ª HDTV monitor (digital TV reception requires a separate HDTV tuner)
ª widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
ª detachable tilt/swivel stand (stand "footprint" is 15-3/4"W x 12-1/8"D)
ª wall-mountable (bracket not included)
ª 31-1/4"W x 21-7/8"H x 4-5/8"D (23-3/4"H x 12-1/8"D on stand)
ª PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
ª RF input for antenna/cable signals
ª Energy StarÆ compliant
ª standard TV tuner
ª Wega Gate on-screen operation guide
ª 5 A/V inputs, including:
ï 3 composite video (2 rear, 1 side)
ï 3 S-video (2 rear, 1 side)
ï 1 component video (accepts 1080i/720p/480p/480i signals)
ï 1 HDMI digital audio/video input
ª built-in stereo speakers (10 watts x 2)
ª 1366 x 768 pixels
ª ultra-fast pixel response time (8 milliseconds)
ª 170∞(H) x 170∞(V) viewing angle
ª weight: 36.9 lbs. (without stand)
ª warranty: 1 year parts & labor
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