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Sony BRAVIA KDL-42V4100
$1,499.00
Released May, 2008
The Pros:1080p. PC input. No glossy finish - helps keep reflection/glare low.
The Cons:Older 60Hz refresh rate - poor for 24 fps films, or media with lots of motion. Slow input source switching delay. Ugly/distracting lower bezel.
The Sony BRAVIA KDL-42V4100 is a 42" full HD 1080p LCD television that is a part of Sony's BRAVIA V series. Picture quality technologies like Advanced Contrast Enhanser (ACE) and BRAVIA Engine 2 give life like images, while BRAVIA Theatre Sync offers easy one-button operation for enjoying a Sony A/V system.
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This full HD 1080 TV has a 1920 x 1080 picture resolution and features Motionflow 60Hz technology for smooth and clear motion. The 24p input capability allows you to connect to devices, such as Sony's Blu-ray player, which use a 24 frame per second frame rate which is used by most movies. Some other notable features include Sony's Digital Media Extender (DMex), Xross Media Bar (XMB) interface and the S-Force Front Surround enhancement function. There are plenty of inputs including four HDMI and 15-pin PC input for maximum HD connectivity. The Sony BRAVIA KDL-42V4100 comes with a remote control.
Video
- Display Technology : LCD (178° wide viewing angle LCD display panels)
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio : 25,000:1
- On-Screen Contrast Ratio : 2,500:1
- Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 42"
- Viewing Angle (Right/Left) : 178°
- Viewing Angle (Up/Down) : 178°
- Video Signal : 480/60i, 480/60p, 720/60p, 1080/60i, 1080/24p (HDMI only), 1080/60p (HDMI / Component)
- 24p True Cinema Technology : Yes
- 3D Comb Filter : Yes
- Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) : Yes
- CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology : Yes
- Game Mode : Yes
- MPEG Noise Reduction : Yes
- Motionflow Technology : Motionflow 60Hz
- Video Processing : Bravia Engine 2 Technology
- VESA Hole Pitch : 300 x 300 mm, M6 Screw Type, 16mm Screw Length
- VESA Hole Spacing Compatible : Yes
Audio
- Audio Out : Fixed
- Auto Mute (on no signal) : Yes
- Digital Amplifier : Yes
- Dolby: Dolby Digital
- Sony Original Surround : S-Force Front
- Sound Mode : Dynamic, Standard, Custom
- SteadySound Automatic Volume Control : Yes
- Voice Zoom : Yes
Inputs and Outputs
- AC Power Input : 1 (Rear)
- Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 6 (5 Rear/1 Side)
- Audio Out : 1 (Rear)
- Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s) : 2 (Rear)
- Composite Video Input(s) : 3 (1 Side/2 Rear)
- Digital Audio Output(s) : 1 (Rear) Optical Digital Output
- HDMI Connection(s) (Total) : 4 (3 Rear/1 Side)
- PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini) : 1 (Rear)
- RF Connection Input(s) : 1 (Rear)
- S-Video Input(s) : 1 (Rear)
Other
- Dimensions (Approx.) : 40 3/4 x 28 3/8 x 12 1/8 in (1033 x 718 x 307mm) with pedestal; 40 3/4 x 26 3/4 x 4 3/8 in (1033 x 677 x 110mm) without pedestal
- Weight (Approx.) : 63 lbs. (28.5kg) with pedestal; 54 lbs. (24.5kg) without pedestal
- Power Requirements (voltage) : AC 120V
- Energy Star compliant : Yes
- BRAVIA Sync : Yes
- BRAVIA Sync Menu Button : Yes
- Channel Jump : Yes
- Channel Labels : Yes
- Edit Channel Labels : Yes
- Favorite Channel : Yes
- ID-1 Detection : Yes
- Info Banner : Yes
- Label Inputs : Yes (Auto)
- Multiple Language Display : English, Spanish, French
- On/Off Timer : Yes (On only)
- PAP (Picture & Picture) : Yes (Fixed)
- PIP (Picture in Picture) : PC Input
- Parental Control : Yes
- Power Save Mode : Picture Off, Yes
- Swap Sound : Yes
- TV Guide On-Screen : Yes
- Auto CC on Mute : Yes
- DMeX Seamless Upgradeable : Yes
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no glossy finish - helps keep reflection/glare low
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excellent quality picture
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Sony is a well known high-end manufacturer
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good value - affordable for a top quality TV
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easy to use and straightforward menus
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older 60Hz refresh rate - poor for 24 fps films, or media with lots of motion
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slow input source switching delay
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ugly/distracting lower bezel
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