Top Three Selling HDTV Models From Sony

Published By M. B. Aria

With so many choices available for consumers, what are the best value-for money models currently being sold? Here are the top three selling HDTV sets made by Sony ...

Sony HDTVs have been among the best selling High Definition Television units in the market today with their top-notch features and unmatched reliability. With so many choices available for consumers, what are the best value-for money models currently being sold? Here are the top three selling HDTV sets made by Sony:

Sony KDL-V40XBR1

The Sony 40" KDL-V40XBR1 is the company’s 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 to provide outstanding picture quality and advanced design.

The KDL-V40XBR1’s high-resolution screen gives pictures life-like detail and clarity. This product is among the first LCDs to use Sony’s "wide color gamut" backlight. Skin tones come out more natural and color is reproduced more accurately.

Specifications:

  • HDTV — receives and decodes digital standard-definition and HDTV signals from over-the-air broadcasts (antenna required) and cable TV service (CableCARD™ required)
  • S-PVA (Super Patterned Vertical Alignment) LCD panel for improved off-axis viewing
  • Picture settings memory for each video input
  • Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
  • 1366 x 768 pixels
  • 6 A/V inputs, including:
    - 3 composite video (2 rear, 1 side)
    - 1 S-video
    - 3 component video (2 rear, 1 side)
  • Ultra-fast pixel response time (8 milliseconds)
  • 170°(H) x 170°(V) viewing angle
  • Wide Color Gamut fluorescent backlight for more accurate colors
  • Wega Engine™ digital video processing (upconverts non-HD signals)
  • Wega Gate™ on-screen operation guide
  • Built-in stereo speakers (13 watts x 2)
  • Multibrand remote control
  • Accepts 1080i/720p/480p/480i signals
    - HDMI digital audio/video input
  • PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
  • Detachable tilt/swivel stand (depth is 14-5/8")
  • Wall-mountable (bracket not included)
  • 2 RF inputs for antenna/cable signals
  • High-speed USB input for a digital camera
  • Optical digital audio output for Dolby® Digital
  • 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)
  • Weight: 62 lbs. (without stand)
  • Warranty: 1 year parts & labor — in-home service

Sony BRAVIA

The Sony BRAVIA represents a new revolution to the LCD TV, as its impact can be compared to the Trinitron’s arrival during the tube TV era. The BRAVIA will guarantee years of viewing enjoyment, as it features outstanding picture quality and top-notch reliability.

Every detail can be observed, thanks to the BRAVIA’s high pixel count and it becomes more astounding when it receives HD signals. A light-sensing circuit ensures that pictures enhance and adapt to the lighting of a room.

Specifications:

  • HDTV monitor (a separate tuner is required to enable HDTV viewing)
  • 1366 x 768 pixels
  • Ultra-fast pixel response time
  • 170°(H) x 170°(V) viewing angle
  • Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Light Sensor enabled brightness level adjustment to make up for room lighting
  • Standard TV tuner
  • Wega Gate on-screen operation guide
  • Built-in stereo speakers (10 watts x 2)
  • Multibrand remote control
  • PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
  • RF input for antenna/cable signals
  • Energy Star® compliant
  • 5 A/V inputs, including:
    - 3 composite video (2 rear, 1 side)
    - 3 S-video (2 rear, 1 side)
    - 1 component video (accepts 1080i/720p/480p/480i signals)
    - 1 HDMI digital audio/video input
  • Weight: 28.3 lbs. (without stand)
  • Warranty: 1 year parts & labor — carry-in service

Sony KLV-S32A10

The Sony KLV-S32A10 was one of the first models to roll out from Sony and Samsung’s 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.

Specifications:

  • HDTV monitor (digital TV reception requires a separate HDTV tuner)
  • Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Detachable tilt/swivel stand (stand "footprint" is 15-3/4"W x 12-1/8"D)
  • Wall-mountable (bracket not included)
  • 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)
  • PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
  • RF input for antenna/cable signals
  • Energy Star® compliant
  • Standard TV tuner
  • Wega Gate on-screen operation guide
  • 5 A/V inputs, including:
    • 3 composite video (2 rear, 1 side)
    • 3 S-video (2 rear, 1 side)
    • 1 component video (accepts 1080i/720p/480p/480i signals)
    • 1 HDMI digital audio/video input
  • Built-in stereo speakers (10 watts x 2)
  • 1366 x 768 pixels
  • Ultra-fast pixel response time (8 milliseconds)
  • 170°(H) x 170°(V) viewing angle
  • Weight: 36.9 lbs. (without stand)
  • Warranty: 1 year parts & labor

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