Sony Bravia XBR KDL 40XBR6 40 Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

Sony Bravia XBR KDL 40XBR6 40 Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

Performance takes center stage with the KDL-40XBR6 BRAVIA XBR(R) LCD flat panel HDTV. Chock full of features including HD 1080p Resolution and Motionflow 120Hz technology that provide smooth, natural images. Plus, BRAVIA Engine fully Digital Video Processing enhances overall image detail making every scene sharp, vibrant and life-like. You’ll notice deeper blacks with Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE), while 24p True Cinema capability helps deliver the cinematic experience when used with 24p Output devices, such as a Blu-Ray Disc player. There are also numerous inputs including four HDMI connections, two HD Component connections, Digital Media Port and a PC input that offer you a wide range of Connectivity options. And with the gorgeous piano gloss black finish, you’ll be wondering if the view is nicer with the TV on or off. 10-bit processor and 10-bit panel combine to create allow 64 times the levels of expression versus 8-Bit panels, resulting in smoother transitions from Color to color and faithful reproduction of subtle color changes Live Color Creation technology with WCG-CCFL backlight uses advanced chroma signal processing to widen color fidelity Dimensions – 37-5/8 x 25-1/2 x 3-7/8 (952.9×647.3×97.2mm) / 37-5/8 x 27 x 11 (952.9×683.7×278.3mm) with pedestal Weight – 47.3 pounds (21.5kg) / 53.9 pounds (24.5kg) with pedestal

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Basic greatness
I bought this from Fry’s at the beginning of March 09 and it is great. I have it hooked up to Direct TV, HD DVR and a Sharp VCR/DVD. The DVDs could be better, I know that’s the reason people go to Blueray but I’m not ready yet.

The TV is so clear and sharp it’s amazing. Especially TV shows with nature like Lost or Survivor, or sports. Watching a basketball game was like sitting at center court, I couldn’t believe it.

I almost bought the Samsung because I thought the color was brighter, but I’m glad I didn’t. The glare on the gloss – even on the Sony – is annoying. I have this in a really sunny room but even at night the lamps glare off the bevel. If the XBR had been available with the silver finish I would have gotten that.

I have to admit I have not really played with the picture controls – don’t feel the need to. This was totally worth it.

5 Stars Sony Bravia 40XBR6
I could not be happier with this purchase. I had to do my homework before deciding on which model to buy since I had not had any experience with LCD TV’s. The Sony definitely has the best and latest features. I purchased my tv through warehouse deals and saved about $700. A few minor scratches that cannot be seen without really looking for them. The picture is phenomenal and the sound is great with the HDMI cable. Do not use component cables, the sound is horrible! Huge difference when I upgraded to HDTV from Dish network. Now we have to tear ourselves away from the TV!

5 Stars Sony Bravia TV
The picture is like no other I’ve ever seen. Even when it is showing 1080I , the quality is like three-D.

The service from Amazon was beyond expectations.

5 Stars XBR + PS3 = Feast for your eyes
I just got the 40 inch XBR6 and hooked it up to my PS3 and I must say, “WOW!”. I was using my old CRT before and the games looked great already but since hooking it up to a 1080p set (with HDMI of course), I am sold on HDTV. The tv was fairly simple to set up. I don’t have cable so scanning for signals to about 20min for me. The speakers are a better than my old CRT but I’ve set up a sound system for movies and gaming. The cross media bar (menu) is easy to navigate and the remote control has a layout that is similar to controls of the past so it wasn’t confusing to use. I’ve played the same movie on my XBR (blu-ray & dvd), and I’m sold on the blu-ray format. Upconverted images looked better then dvds but they are certainly no substitute for true HD. My recommendation is: if anyone plans to get a 1080p tv, then they should also opt for a blu-ray player otherwise you’ll not get the full HD experience. Why shell out more for 1080p true HD when 720p sets are much cheaper? Am I right? I’m completely satisfied with this tv and it should last me until the next generation of tv viewing arrives. Perhaps HD 3D?

5 Stars Perfection – Period
I’ve had this fine TV for 2 months now and have exorcised all the demons you’ve probably read about. I got some THX blue glasses and made adjustments to “unvividized” the set. I’ve added a Samsung HT-Z310 Home Theater system, run a trick 5 wire component cable system to my Wii player. My HD provider is Dish Network. I’ve read the AVS forums and made my purchase decisions based on all I read there.

Here’s the good news, I bought it from Amazon, good price, no shipping problems. Took it out of the box, set it up, turned it on (SDTV) and WOW! Added the HD 2 weeks later and W O W!

No flashlights, no foggy splotches, deep blacks on DVD’s get pixely or splotchy sometimes but that’s about it. Wii comes alive with the component cable – didn’t try it on the standard cable – just remember to set it up as 480P!!

No fan noise – apparently a big complaint for some – my set made 10/08.

Bottom line – bought it, good price and delivery, easy setup, superb picture in all modes – only complaint – sound is kinda cheesy from onboard speakers – audio settings tweaks make it marginally better. But maybe its just my listening style. Thoroughly satisfied with my setup!

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