Amazon.com Product Description The Sony BRAVIA XBR KDL-46XBR4 46-inch 1080p LCD Flat Panel HDTV continues Sony's tradition of making outstanding televisions. With a 46-inch screen, you'll be able to see every little detail without any need to squint. Sony does not hold back with any technologies, and the XBR series is its flagship line--so with the XBR, you know you'll get the best quality home theater experience available.
The KDL-46XBR4 has vibrant colors and a 178-degree viewing angle. View larger. View product demo (requires Flash).
The XBR series delivers beautful visuals while incorporating all of Sony's latest technologies. View product demo (requires Flash).
Top-Notch Video Performance The XBR KDL-46XBR4 is a 1080p television with a full 1920 x 1080 resolution, the highest resolution available for the sharpest, clearest picture. The KDL-46XBR uses the most recent HDMI 1.3 interface, which houses both audio and video signals in one connector and has the bandwidth to support the data needed for the high resolution. Sony's Bravia Engine Pro Full Digital Video Processor upconverts all video signals to 1080p so you can watch all your old DVDs on this glorious display.
Sony complements the high resolution with the latest technology in color reproduction. The KDL-46XBR is a 10-bit display with 10-bit processing. Most panels are only 8-bit. The added bit depth here means a larger color palette for more faithful color reproduction and smoother transitions from one color to the next. Additionally, the display also supports the new x.v.Color standard, which dramatically increases the available color space. The end result is a picture that is so detailed, colorful, and vibrant, you'd have a hard time distinguishing it from real life.
The KDL-46XBR4 features Sony's Motionflow technology, which automatically adjusts for and applies the proper processing for optimal motion reproduction depending on the video input. This includes support for 24 frames per second (24p) video, which displays video content at the 24-frames-per-second rate at which it was originally filmed or recorded. With 24p, you get the most faithful possible reproduction of the original.
A Wide Variety of Inputs This Sony television's wide variety of inputs ensures compatibility with your other home theater components. There are three HDMI connections for Blu-Ray, HD DVD, and other technologies requiring the high bandwidth, and two component video inputs, three composite video inputs, one S-Video input, one PC Audio and Video input, and five analog audio inputs. Even with a collection of legacy components, you shouldn't have a problem connecting to the KDL-46XBR4.
Stunning Looks The KDL-46XBR4 not only displays stunning video but is itself a head-turner. It features Sony's unique floating glass frame along with a black bezel that can be interchanged with optional color bezels to match the display to your decor.
Outstanding Ergonomics and Simplicity of Control Sony's Xross Media Bar interface is an award-winning, intuitive on-screen display that makes setup a breeze, with menus and controls logically laid out for quick access. The KDL-46XBR4 also features Theatre Sync technology, based on the HDMI-CEC standard, which means you can easily connect to and control compatible devices. For example, when the KDL-46XBR4 is connected to a compatible DVD player, you can turn on both the DVD player and the television and start playing a DVD with a single push of a button on the remote. When you're done, another push of a button powers everything down. With Theatre Sync, you can spend time enjoying the movie rather than waste time setting everything up.
More Than Just a Television Because more and more people expect to view photos on their HDTVs, Sony developed a Photo TV HD mode that optimally sets the sharpness, gradation, and color to make digital photos look like printed photography.
The KDL-46XBR4 is backed by a 1-year limited warranty for parts and labor.
Full HD Quality
HDTV provides up to six times the visual detail of the Standard Definition television. You need an HDTV set, HD sound and a source of HD content to make sure you're really getting HD.
One-step Simplicity
It's easy to setup your HDTV system. A single HDMI cable carries both audio and video signals, while it also banishes confusing setup and cord tangles.
You're Surrounded
HD broadcasting can include up to 7.1 channels of surround sound. A Sony HD Audio system lets you experience every whisper.
Ready for Primetime
You've got the set, now get the shows. HD sports, comedies, dramas, movies and more are available on Broadcast, Cable and Satellite TV.
What's in the Box KDL-46XBR4 46-inch LCD flat panel HDTV, remote control, 2 AA batteries, AC power cord, operating instructions, quick setup guide, warranty card, table top stand, and support strap.
Product Description The 46-inch Bravia XBR(R) Series LCD incorporate all of Sony's latest technologies including HDMI v1.3 features such as x.v.Color and Deep Color. Additional features like Motionflow 120Hz enables smoother motion when viewing movies or fast-action sports. Full HD 1080 means 1920x1080 pixels and 1080p video inputs. Bravia Engine PRO with Digital Reality Creation(TM) upconverts all interlaced and progressive video signals including HD signals directly to 1080p for amazing detail and sharpness. Achieving smoother, natural motion reproduction starts with the right performance characteristics such as the ultra fast panel response times. Sony's Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) builds on contrast ratio performance of 2000:1 Contrast Ratio. The Contrast Ratio of up to 2000:1 is achieved by using real-time image processing to adjust the contrast along with optimizing backlight levels. Blu-ray movies are filmed at 24 frames per second (fps) and prime time TV programs are video taped at 24p. The 46-inch Bravia XBR(R) Series LCD includes 24p input capability. 120Hz MotionFlow Noise Reduction 3D Digital Comb Filter Game Mode Light Sensor 178 degrees wide viewing angle display panels Wide Color Gamut - CCFL Backlight Contrast Ratio 2000 - 1 (On-screen) / 16,000 - 1 Dynamic-Contrast Ratio DMeX Ready Parental Control (V-Chip) One-Button Home Theater Control ( HDMI-CEC ) Bravia Theatre Sync Power Consumption - 280W in Operation, Less than 0.4W in Standby VESA Hole Mount Compatibility for Mounting Applications Inputs and outputs - 5 (1 Side /4 Rear) Analog Audio Inputs, 1 Rear Audio Output (Variable/Fixed), 2 Rear Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Inputs, 3 (1 Side /2 Rear) Composite Video Inputs, 1 Rear Digital Audio Output, 1 Rear S-Video Input, 1 Side Headphone Output, 1 Rear D-Sub 154 PC Video Input & 3 (1 Side/ 2 Rear) HDMI Connections Dimensions - 49.7x31.3x12.7 inches (1262x795x322mm) with pedestal / 4
Great TV.September 27, 2008 Great Television, especailly when you have a big family, the size of the TV is great viewing for everyone in the family.
The only complaint is: The price is high. But you pay for what you get. It is worthy.
A Great TVAugust 29, 2008 I waited over a year before making this purchase and I am sorry that I waited at all. This is a great LCD TV and I could not be happier. The SONY PS3 style interface to controll the set is great and easy to use. The digital picture is so good, you don't need to go to a more expensive HDTV box.
KDL 46 XBR4August 26, 2008 After one month of operation this TV is in need of service. The power light transfers to stand-by mode and then back to power. This cycle repeats over an over with no picture to access set up.
When it is working the picture quality is excellent. The fans noise was a concern when purchasing, but turns out to be a non issue.
Sony warranty seems to be accomodating but requires serial number to initiate the service call. I agree with this policy but it is a bit of a hassle if your TV is wall mounted at 5'0" on center. I would recommend that you log your serial number before installation so you do not have any delays if service needs to be called.
DO NOT BUY THIS SONY PRODUCTAugust 24, 2008 3 out of 4 found this review helpful
LET THE BUYER BEWARE!! We bought a brand new Sony Bravia XBR this past May from Amazon. The TV stopped working 10 days ago. TV still under warranty. The red stand by light blinks and the TV turns off by itself after about 30 seconds. We have gotten no resolution from Sony after numerous phone calls/online chats to their service dept. They have sent two technicians over the past 10 days. One came yesterday and finally replaced a part that supposedly went out-- it worked for one day only. They TV still has the same problems and turns off by itself after a minute. Customer service is no help-- it is a call center in the Philippines. All they do is say I am sorry. I have tried another service number-- they also are very apologetic-- but again no one can give any resolution--it is impossible to get this issue escalated. This is is obviously not a good product-- Sony refuses to own up to this. We cannot get past the customer service reps to escalate to someone who can actually do something. We do not know what to do. We are out $3600-- Sony has ripped us off. I have contacted some media outlets in the NYC area to see if they are interested in exploring this story.
Defective Display panel.August 15, 2008 4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I have a XBR4-52 and it works fine for the first 4 months, then a vertical dead line appeared and propagated every day. Called the Repair center and realized this is a typical problem for this TV. Now it is Olympic time and I have no TV to watch! Simply DO NOT buy this TV, or if you really want to give it a shot, buy it with extended warranty. I am lucky since this TV broke down while still covered under warranty, if not, be prepared for another 2000+ for display panel replacement.
BTW, as mentioned by someone before, SONY custom service is a disaster!
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