Sony BRAVIA W-Series KDL-46W5100 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV Reviews

 

Sony BRAVIA W-Series KDL-46W5100 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV Features

• Motionflow 120Hz technology reduces judder and sharpens fast-moving images for a crisp, more natural picture
• The built-in BRAVIA Internet Video feature allows you to access select on-demand entertainment available through your broadband connection
• Select and personalize your entertainment experience with widgets on your BRAVIA HDTV

Technical Details

• Audio
• Audio Power Output: 20W (10W+10W)
• Speaker Configuration: Invisible Speaker + Tweeter
• Speakers (Total): 4
• Audio Features
• 5.1 Channel Audio Out: Yes
• 5.1ch Through Out (Handycam): Yes
• Alternate Audio (Digital): Yes
• Audio Out: Variable/Fixed
• Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes
• Auto SAP: Yes
• Digital Amplifier: S-Master Digital Amplifier
• Dolby: Dolby Digital
• Sony Original Surround: S-Force
• Sound Booster: Yes
• Sound Enhancer: Yes
• Sound Mode: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice, Custom
• SteadySound Automatic Volume Control: Yes
• Stereo System: MTS
• Surround Effect: Sports, Music, Cinema, Game
• Voice Zoom: Yes
• Convenience Features
• Auto Photo Mode: Yes (DLNA, USB)
• Auto Picture Setting w/ HDMI: Game, Graphics, Photo, Cinema
• BRAVIA Sync: Yes
• BRAVIA Sync Menu Button: Yes (on Remote Control)
• Channel Block (with password): Yes
• Channel Jump: Yes
• Channel Labels: Yes
• Channel Surf: Yes
• Control for HDMI (HDMI CEC): Yes
• Edit Channel Labels: Yes
• Favorite Channel: Yes
• Favorites Menu: Graphic
• ID-1 Detection: Yes
• Info Banner: TV Guide on Screen, PSIP, XDS
• Input Skip: Automatic
• Internet Radio: Yes
• Label Inputs: Yes
• Multiple Language Display: English, French, Spanish
• New Theatre Mode with surround: Yes
• On-Screen Clock: Yes
• On-Screen Display for External Input: Yes
• On/Off Timer: Yes
• Parental Control: Yes
• Picture Adjustments Lock: Yes
• Program Block: Yes
• Remote Control: RM-YD027
• Scene Select: Cinema, Sports, Photo, Music, Game, Graphics, General, Auto
• Show/Hide Channels: Yes
• Sleep Timer: Yes
• Start Up BRAVIA Logo Display: Yes
• TV Guide On-Screen: Yes(Gemstar ver.10)
• Theatre Mode (Theatre Button): Yes
• Theatre Mode with Cinema Surround: Yes
• USB Application(s): Music Player (mp3), Photo Viewer (jpeg), Video Player (mpeg2 TS/PS)
• White Balance: RGB Gain/Bias
• Display
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Color Range (u'v'): 90% of NTSC
• Color Range (xy): 72% of NTSC
• Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080p (Full HD)
• Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1
• Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080
• On-Screen Contrast Ratio: 3,800:1
• Panel Bit: 8-bit
• Screen Size (measured diagonally): 46 inches
• Viewing Angle (Right/Left): 178 (89/89)
• Viewing Angle (Up/Down): 178 (89/89)
• Display Features
• Backlight Type: CCFL
• Display Device: LCD
• Energy Saving and Efficiency
• Backlight Off Mode: Yes
• Dynamic Backlight Control: Yes
• Eco Settings: Yes
• Energy Star compliant: Exceeds Energy Star Version 3.0 by at least 15%
• Estimated Annual Energy Consumption (kWh): 411 kWhr
• Idle TV Standby: Yes
• LightSensor Technology: Yes
• PC Power Management: Yes
• Power Consumption (On Mode) for Energy Star: 177.2 W
• Power Consumption (Standby Mode) for Energy Star: 0.1 W
• Power Saving Modes: Yes
• General
• Television Type: Flat Panel LCD HDTV
• General Features
• BRAVIA Link Module support: DMX-SW1, DMX-CT1, DMX-DVD, DMX-WL1
• Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital
• Demo Mode: Yes
• Finish (Surface Color): Bezel--Iridescent Silver
• Illuminated Sony Logo: Yes
• On-Screen Display: 3D XMB
• Supports Rear Mounting of DMeX Module: Yes
• Inputs and Outputs
• AC Power Input: 1 (Rear)
• Analog Audio Input(s) (Total): 3 (1 Side/2 Rear)
• Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMI: 1 (Rear)
• Audio Out: 1 (Rear)
• Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s): 2 (Rear) (1 fixed/1 selectable)
• Composite Video Input(s): 2 (1 Side/1 Rear--selectable)
• Digital Audio Output(s): Optical Digital Output--1 (Rear)
• Ethernet Connection(s): 1 (Rear)
• HDMI Connection(s) (Total): 4 (3 Side/1 Rear)
• HDMI PC Input: Yes (see owner's manual for supported timings)
• PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini): 1 (Side) see owner's manual for supported timings
• RF Connection Input(s): 1 (Rear)
• S-Video Detection: Yes
• S-Video Input(s): 1 (Side)
• USB 1.1: 1 (Rear) for DMex / Service only
• USB 2.0: 1 (Side)
• LED
• HD Indicator: Yes
• Network Features
• BRAVIA Internet Video: Yes
• BRAVIA Internet Widgets: Yes
• DLNA: Client (Photo), Client (Music), Client (Video)
• Power
• Power Consumption (in Download Acquisition Mode): Less than 20W
• Power Consumption (in Operation) max.: 240 W (max)
• Power Consumption (in Standby): Less than 0.1W (120VAC) Less than 0.3W (240VAC)
• Power Requirements (frequency): 50/60Hz
• Power Requirements (voltage): AC 120-240V
• Recycled and Recyclable Materials
• Packaging Materials: Recycled Carton (more than 40%)
• Printed Materials: Recycled Paper
• Regulation and Standard Compliance
• VESA Hole Pitch: 300x300 M6
• VESA Hole Spacing Compatible: Yes
• Service and Warranty Information
• Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Labor / 1 Year Parts
• Online Instruction Manual (Reference Book): Yes
• TV System
• Channel Coverage: VHF: 2-13 UHF: 14-69 CATV (analog): 1-135 CATV (digital) : 1-135
• Color System: NTSC 3.58
• Number of Tuners (Analog): 1
• Number of Tuners (Digital): 1(Hybrid)
• TV System (Analog): M
• TV System (Digital): ATSC
• Tuner (Cable): Clear QAM
• Tuner (Terrestrial): ATSC / NTSC
• Video
• Video Signal: 1080/60p (HDMI / COMPONENT), 1080/60i, 1080/24p (HDMI ONLY), 720/60p, 480/60p, 480/60i
• Video Features
• 24p True Cinema Technology: Yes
• 3D Comb Filter: Yes
• 4:3 Default: Yes
• Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE): Yes
• Auto Wide: Yes
• CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology: Yes
• Deep Color: Yes
• Direct Mode: Yes
• Game Mode: Yes
• MPEG Noise Reduction: Yes
• Motionflow Technology: 120 Hz
• Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Custom, Cinema, Sports, Game, Graphics, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom
• Video Processing: BRAVIA Engine 3 Technology
• Wide Mode: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full (Full1-2 for PC), H Stretch, Zoom
• Weights and Measurements
• Dimensions (Approx.): 43 x 28.625 x 13 in (1091 x 725 x 330mm) with pedestal; 43 x 26.5 x 3.5 in (1091 x 672 x 86mm) without pedestal
• Weight (Approx.): 52.5 lbs. (23.8kg) with pedestal; 45.2 lbs. (20.5kg) without pedestal

Sony BRAVIA W-Series KDL-46W5100 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV Description

Enjoy the latest in HDTV performance with the Sony BRAVIA W-Series. Experience Sony's motion detail and clarity with Motionflow 120Hz technology. Features built-in BRAVIA Internet Video capabilities so you can access and stream on-demand movies, TV shows. You can also personalize your viewing experience with widgets containing the latest news, weather and stock information.

Sony RDR-VX560 1080p Tunerless DVD Recorder/VHS Combo Player Reviews

Sony RDR-VX560 1080p Tunerless DVD Recorder/VHS Combo Player Features and Technical Details

• Does not include Tuner
• 1080p Upscalling Video Output through HDMI Connection for DVD and VHS
• One Touch Dubbing from Digital Still Camera and DVD/Hard Drive Camcorder through USB
• 2-way One touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD or reverse.

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Sony
• Model: RDR-VX560
• DVD Type: DVD recorder
• Parental Lock: Y
• Audio Output Mode: (Dolby Digital)
• Surround Sound Effects: Dolby Digital (Digital out only)
• Form Factor: External
• DVD Media Loading: Tray
• Color Name: Black
• Width: 16.94 inches
• Depth: 13.06 inches
• Height: 3.25 inches
• Weight: 13 pounds
• Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty

Sony RDR-VX560 1080p Tunerless DVD Recorder/VHS Combo Player Description

Sony's new DVD Recorder/VCR - Just what your cable box ordered. Save your favorite TV shows, archive old VHS tapes, even burn photos and personal video from Sony USB based camcorders and digital cameras The RDR-VX560 brings the ability to record your content to DVD to your living room. Do you have old VHS tapes lying around? Well, now you can save space and make them last by burning them onto a DVD. The RDR-VX560 brings ease of use with One Touch dubbing from VHS to DVD, or even from DVD to VHS. It couldn't be simpler. 

From the Manufacturer

The RDR-VX560 DVD Recorder/VCR combo is just what your cable box ordered. Save your favorite TV shows, archive old VHS tapes, even burn photos and personal video from Sony USB-based camcorders and digital cameras with ease. You'll also appreciate its convenient ability to bring DVD-recording into your living room. Preserve your old VHS tapes onto a DVD with simple, two-way One Touch Dubbing from VHS to DVD or DVD to VHS. In addition, this model features 1080p upscaling through HDMI for DVD and VHS content, making it an excellent companion for your HDTV. One Touch Dubbing also lets you burn and enjoy your photos and home video from compatible USB or i.LINK-based digital cameras and camcorders.
HDMI connectivity HDMI connectivity delivers 1080p/1080i/720p upscaling for DVD and VHS video and simplifies cable connections.

Line Input RecordingLine Input Recording lets you record your favorite television programs from a cable or satellite set-top box.
One Touch DubbingOne Touch Dubbing allows you to burn and enjoy your photos and home video from compatible USB or i.LINK-based digital cameras and camcorders.
Two-way One-touch Dubbing Two-way One-touch Dubbing records from VHS to DVD or reverse.
BRAVIA Sync for Theatre BRAVIA Sync for Theatre technology utilizes the industry-standard HDMI CEC function to provide one button access and control of the appropriate inputs for your BRAVIA HDTV and HDMI-connected A/V components.
Multi-Format CompatibilityMulti-Format DVD compatibility provides a high level of compatibility with DVD players and recorders.
Digital playback Digital music and digital image playback capability lets you listen to MP3 encoded audio files or view JPEG images encoded on CD or DVD media.
Set Top Box ControllerSet Top Box Controller (IR Blaster) controls the channel functions of most cable set-top boxes or satellite receivers for timer recording.
Product Specifications

Video
Video Heads : Yes (Four heads, 19 Micron)
DVD (VR Mode) Playback : Yes
DVD Playback : Yes
DVD+R DL Read Compatibility : Yes
DVD+R DL Recording : Yes
DVD+R Read Compatibility : Yes
DVD+R Recording : Yes
DVD+RW Recording : Yes
DVD-RAM Read Compatibility : Yes
DVD-RW (VR Mode) Read Compatibility : Yes
DVD-RW Recording : Yes
JPEG Playback : Yes
SVCD Playback : Yes
VCD Playback : Yes
AudioCD Playback : Yes (CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW)4
D/A Conversion : 16 bit, 96 kHz
ConvenienceRecording Modes : 8 [1H (HQ), 1.5H (HSP), 2H (SP), 2.5H (LSP), 3H (ESP), 4H (LP), 6H (EP), 8H (SLP)]
Power
Power Consumption (in Operation) : 29W
Power Requirements : AC 120V, 60Hz
General
Disc Capacity : 1
Tray Type : DVD and VCR Combo
Convenience Features
On-Screen Display : Yes
Inputs and OutputsCoaxial Audio Digital Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
Composite Video Input(s) : 2 (1Rear/1 Front)
Composite Video Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
HDMI Connection Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
i.LINK for DV/Digital8 Audio/Video Input(s) : 1 (Front)2
RCA Audio Input(s) : 2 (1Rear/1 Front)
RCA Audio Output(s) : 2 (Rear)
S-Video Input(s) : 1 (Rear)
USB Port(s) : 1 (Front)
Accessories Supplied
Audio/Video Cord (1)
Set Top Box Controller (IR Blaster)
Remote Controller
AA Batteries (2)
Instruction Manual
Quick Start Guide

Service and Warranty InformationExtended Warranty : 1 Year Parts / 1 Year Labor