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Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4

Manufacturer: Sony Electronics, Inc.   Part number: KDL-46XBR4
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CNET Editors' rating: 8.0 out of 10
Average user rating: 8.2 out of 10


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CNET Editors' review - Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
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Excellent

8.0

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CNET Editor's rating: 8.0 out of 10
Reviewed by David Katzmaier
Review date: 9/27/07
Release date: 9/1/07

The good: Excellent black-level performance for an LCD; accurate color; 120Hz processing smooths judder in motion; fine screen uniformity and off-angle viewing for an LCD; numerous picture controls; solid connectivity with three HDMI inputs and one PC input; distinctive "floating glass" design; interchangeable bezel color option.

The bad: Expensive; benefits of 120Hz blur-reduction hard to discern; smooth motion seems unnatural for film-based material and introduces some artifacts; main menu system kludgy to operate; many picture adjustments seem unnecessary and/or harmful.

The bottom line: Although not quite as impressive as the best plasmas, the 46-inch Sony KDL-46XBR4 outperforms any flat-panel LCD we've tested so far.

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Product brief - Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
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Description: The Sony KDL-46XBR4 is a 46-inch, liquid crystal display television. Compared to other liquid crystal display TVs on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $2,485. This unit is an LCD display, which is generally the best kind of flat-panel screen for viewing in brightly-lit rooms.

Pros: Has a 46-inch screen size. This is larger than the average TV on the market today, but is to be expected for a TV of this price. With built-in HDTV compatibility, this TV set can display images that are significantly sharper and more realistic than regular television, as long as the source is high definition. (It can easily render standard-resolution digital TV broadcasts and also depict the full resolution of widescreen DVD video.) The 3:2 pulldown feature of this unit reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD.

Cons: Has only a rear connector location.

Suitability: Designed for those who want to enjoy an ultra-sharp picture from an ultra-thin TV. Also, a wide aspect TV such as this one is ideal for DVD movies recorded in the popular 16:9 format, as well as high definition programming.

Value: In general, this TV's features are as expected for this price.

Suggestions: (1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, read CNET editors' Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide . (2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, CNET encourages households to recycle their electronics. Please explore the following website to find a recycling center in your area Electronics Take Back Coalition .

User opinions - Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
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Excellent

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9 out of 10 - Spectacular
The Sony XBR5 vs. the Samsung 81 Series
I bought both the Sony XBR5 and the Samsung 81 Series-both 46". I wanted to be sure I was getting... Read more
by Lac Man (see profile) - November 10, 2007

129 out of 140 users found this user opinion helpful.
1 comment posted to this opinion

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Not Perfect, But Close...
Strengths:
Color Accuracy—After some calibration I found the color accuracy excellent. In fact... Read more
by bplewis24 (see profile) - October 3, 2007

219 out of 224 users found this user opinion helpful.
2 comments posted to this opinion

7 out of 10 - Very good
The set to buy if you're a Sony fan
If you are a long time Sony buyer, you cant go wrong with this set. It's got a beautiful 1080p... Read more
by pelowell (see profile) - October 6, 2007

55 out of 76 users found this user opinion helpful.
1 comment posted to this opinion

1 out of 10 - Abysmal
Stay away from Cloudy screen
Do not believe any of the 10 or 9 or 8 or even 7 rated stars that people have been posting. Wait... Read more
by paldiel (see profile) - December 2, 2007

62 out of 98 users found this user opinion helpful.
2 comments posted to this opinion

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Just wait until the Samsung LN-T4671f or 81f is reviewed
Don't get me wrong, this is an absolutely amazing tv and worth your money. However, the "king of... Read more
by prncedb26 (see profile) - October 2, 2007

51 out of 86 users found this user opinion helpful.
6 comments posted to this opinion

7 out of 10 - Very good
Defect or design ?
When watching a movie and the credits appear over black, the tv drops down in "black level" in two... Read more
by otneeboy (see profile) - November 24, 2007

30 out of 30 users found this user opinion helpful.

10 out of 10 - Perfect
Owned a Plasma. Returned it and bought this awesome Sony LCD. Not 1 Regret!...
I would recommend this TV over any plasma any day. I owned an expensive plasma and wasn't happy... Read more
by tmelland777 (see profile) - November 10, 2007

25 out of 30 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Beatiful picture with Xbox 360. STUNNING with HD add-on!!!
This is a truly outstanding TV! I spent many months looking at various sets, and bought an LG set... Read more
by warren_chow (see profile) - October 22, 2007

25 out of 30 users found this user opinion helpful.

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Super but not quite 10 out of 10
PROS
What can I say, but this is one heck of an LCD flat screen TV. Sony has again done its... Read more
by alordzot (see profile) - November 6, 2007

21 out of 21 users found this user opinion helpful.

10 out of 10 - Perfect
The Best Of The Best!
I disagree with David Katzmaier's assessment of the KDL-46XBR in regard to the abundant number of... Read more
by Slotkar (see profile) - October 26, 2007

20 out of 20 users found this user opinion helpful.





Full specifications - Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
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Manufacturer: Sony Electronics, Inc.
Part number: KDL-46XBR4
General
Product Type 46 in LCD TV
Series BRAVIA XBR
Digital Television Certification HDTV
Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Composite
PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
Dimensions With stand
Width 49.6 in
Depth 12.7 in
Height 31.3 in
Weight 79.4 lbs
Enclosure Color Piano black
Display
Diagonal Size 46 in - Widescreen
Technology TFT active matrix
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
120Hz Yes
LCD Backlight Technology Wide Color Gamut-CCFL
Image Contrast Ratio 2000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 18000:1
Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Widescreen Modes Full, Zoom, Normal, Wide Zoom
Viewing Angle 178 degrees
Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees
Comb Filter 3D digital
V-Chip Control Yes
Color Temperature Control Yes
Picture Adjustment Vivid/Standard/Custom
Additional Features Clock, Game mode, MotionFlow, Sleep timer
Digital TV Tuner
Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
Video Features
HDTV Ready Yes
Analog Video Input Signals NTSC
Input Video Formats 1080p
Freeze Memo Yes
Parental Channel Lock Yes
Remote Control
Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
Supported Devices TV
Audio System
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Surround Mode Yes
Sound Effects Virtual Dolby Digital, S-FORCE Front Surround Sound
Audio Controls Balance, Bass, Treble
Connections
Connector Type 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 2 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Side, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Side, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 1 x Digital audio output (coaxial) - Rear, 1 x Serial ( 9 pin D-Sub ), 1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono ) - Side, 4 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono ) - Rear
Stands & Mounts
Flat Panel Mount Interface Yes
Miscellaneous
Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star
Power
Power Device Power supply - Internal
Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.4 Watt
Power Consumption Operational 280 Watt
Battery None
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight Details
Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 49.6 in x 4.8 in x 28.9 in x 66.1 lbs
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Product series - Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
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Sony Bravia KDL-52XBR4
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: LCD TV, 52 in, 18000:1, 2000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black
Sony Bravia KDL-40XBR4
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 18000:1, 2000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black
Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 18000:1, 2000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black
Manufacturer Info - Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR4
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