Sony KDL-40XBR7

The Sony KDL-40XBR7 is a 40 inch LCD HD from Sony’s BRAVIA XBR7 series that features full HD 1080p resolution, Motionflow 120 Hz refresh rate, BRAVIA Engine 2 EX, 10-bit panel and processing, 50000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 7 HD inputs. It is available in a Piano Black finish and includes an illuminated Sony Logo.
Specifications
The Sony KDL-40XBR7 measures 1128 mm x 655 mm x 279 mm (W x H x D) in dimensions when measured including its provided pedestal, and 1128 mm x 603 mm x 125 mm (W x H x D) when measured without the pedestal. It weighs approximately 26.5kg together with the provided pedestal and 23.5 kg on its own. The Sony KDL-40XBR7 provides support for DLNA network features. It is compatible with video signals including 480/ 60i, 480/ 60p, 720/ 60p, 1080/ 60i, 1080/ 24p (HDMI only) and 1080/ 60p (HDMI/ component). In terms of video features, the Sony KDL-40XBR7 incorporates 24p True Cinema technology, 3D comb filter, 4:3 default, Advanced contrast enhancer (ACE), Auto Wide, CineMotion reverse 3:2 pull down technology, deep colour, game text mode, image blur reduction, Live Colour Creation technology, MPEG Noise reduction, Motionflow technology 240 Hz, x.v. Colour technology and Photo TV HD. As for its display technology, the Sony KDL-40XBR7 incorporates wide viewing angle LCD display panels that have a viewing angle of 178 degrees from left/ right and up/ down. In addition to that, it also incorporates BRAVIA Engine 2 video processing technology. It also has Picture Modes including Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Custom, Photo vivid, Photo standard, Photo original and Photo custom. Besides that, it also has wide modes including wide zoom, normal, full, zoom and H stretch for HD. The Sony KDL-40XBR7 also has an audio power output of 44 W in total, with 10 W each coming from its two speakers, plus 12 W from each of its subwoofer. There are 6 speakers in total. Audio features include 5:1 channel audio out, alternate audio (digital), audio out, auto mute (on no signal), auto SAP, digital amplifier, Dolby Digital, simulated surround, S-Force Sony Original Surround, Sound booster, SteadySound automatic volume control, MTS stereo system and Voice zoom. Not only that, it also has Sound Modes including dynamic, standard and clear voice. In general, the Sony KDL-40XBR7 features Auto CC on mute, BRAVIA Link Module support, closed caption button, closed captions (CC), fanless design, on-screen display with enhanced GUI + XMB, touch sensor and support for rear mounting of DMex Module. The Sony KDL-40XBR7 runs on a power requirement of AC 120 v Voltage. It has a maximum power consumption of 230 W when in operation and 0.1 W when put on standby. For added convenience, the Sony KDL-40XBR7 features BRAVIA Sync, BRAVIA Sync menu button, channel block with password, channel fix, channel jump, channel labels, channel surf, edit channel labels, favourite channel, freeze, ID-1 detection, info banner, initial setup, input skip (auto), label inputs, on-screen clock, on-screen display for external input, on/off timer, fixed PAP, PAP (picture and picture), PIP (picture in picture), parental control, program guide access, show/ hide channels, sleep timer, swap sound, TV guide on-screen, and theatre mode (theatre button). Besides that, it also has a multiple language display that is available in English, Spanish and French. It also provides support for USB applications including Music Players in MP3 formats, and Photo Viewer in JPEG formats. The display has an aspect ratio of 16:9, colour range of 102% NTSC for u’v’ and 91% NTSC for xy, display resolution of 1920 x 1080p (full HD) dynamic contrast ratio of 50000:1, native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, and an onscreen contrast ratio of 3000:1.
Reviews

“This exceptional 40-inch of XBR 7-Series BRAVIA LCD TV set the performance standard for large screen HDTVs. Ample connectivity options and the latest in color and motion technology make it a must-have for any home theater enthusiast.” (CNET, 2009)

“If you’re looking for one of the best on today’s market in LCD TVs, look no further than the Sony KDL-40XBR7. The 1080p contrast ratio, 120hz refresh rate and the BRAVIA Engine EX make this TV a purchase you won’t regret.” (TopTenReviews, 2009)

“With a semi-affordable price range, the Sony KDL-40XBR7 is one of the best LCD HDTV’s in its class.” (YouReviewElectronics, 2009)