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Sony 40" BRAVIA XBR9 Series LCD HDTV

Manufacturer/
Brand:
Sony Bravia
Price Range: See 8TOP Retailers Below
Type: LCD
Diagonal Screen Size
(Inches):
40
Resolution: 1080 (1920 x 1080)
Features: 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080), Personalize your HDTV with BRAVIA® widgets, USB to view photos, music, and video, HD input x 7, BRAVIA® Link compatibility, BRAVIATM Internet Video4, Live Color CreationTM technology w/ WCG-CCFL backlight, Networked TV Guide® Interactive Program Guide5, Favorites Menu function, Scene Select lets you easily manage your settings, Exceeds Energy Star 3.0 requirements, MotionflowTM 240Hz technology, BRAVIA EngineTM 3 fully digital video processor, DLNA® with photos, music, and video, Xross Media BarTM menu navigation, BRAVIA SyncTM capable2, x.v.ColorTM technology
Input/Output: Analog Audio Input, Analog Audio Input for HDMI, Audio Out, Component Video Input, Composite Video Input, Digital Audio Output, Ethernet Connection, HDMITM Connection, HDMITM PC Input, PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini), RF Connection Input, S-Video Detection, S-Video Input, USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Screen Refresh (ms): 4.17ms
TV Height: 22.875 Inches
TV Width: 37.875 Inches
TV Depth: 3.375 Inches
TV Height
(w stand):
25.625 Inches
TV Depth
(w stand):
12.000 Inches
Weight
(w stand):
43.90 lbs
Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1
Number of Speakers: 4
Power Consumption: 161.30 W

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Powerful performance and superior design come together with the stunning 40" BRAVIA® XBR9 HDTV. This flat panel TV features MotionflowTM 240Hz refresh rate technology for maximum motion detail and clarity. There's also broadband internet connectivity with built-in BRAVIA internet video capabilities that let you view select on-demand movies, TV shows, music and more. You can even personalize your entertainment experience by selecting and positioning widgets containing the latest news, weather, sports and more directly on your TV screen. In addition to BRAVIA EngineTM 3 digital video processor, the 40" XBR9 incorporates advanced power saving features and comes with 7 HD inputs (4 HDMI", 2 component and 1 PC).

Please note: The BRAVIA Internet Video and BRAVIA widgets features on this model require the television to be connected to an internet service for activation.

Watch Fast-action at Full Speed
Your fast-paced movies, sports and games have never looked clearer thanks to MotionflowTM 240Hz refresh rate. Our most advanced motion processing technology to date delivers an unbelievably smooth, crisp and fluid picture.

The Next Wave of Color Reproduction
Colors will appear to jump off the screen. Equipped with Live Color CreationTM technology with a WCG-CCFL backlighting system, you'll notice deeper reds and greens resulting in overall color reproduction that's more natural vibrant and lifelike.

Endless Entertainment
Enjoy free, premium on-demand entertainment directly to your HDTV. Using your in-home broadband connection and BRAVIA HDTV remote control, you can access online content from an ever-growing list of providers including Amazon Video On Demand, YouTubeTM, Sports Illustrated, Sony Pictures, Sony Music, Slacker and Epicurious.com.

Personalize Your Viewing Experience
Stay in touch with the world and access the latest news, weather, sports, entertainment and more at the touch of a button with BRAVIA Internet Widgets. These small application widgets are located on TV's display and can be positioned to your liking.

Incredible Full HD Picture Quality
From the moment you turn on this XBR9, you'll notice a sharper, more vibrant picture. With BRAVIA EngineTM 3 fully digital video processor, this TV produces breathtaking picture quality with reduced visual noise, enhanced color and overall image detail even on 1080p sources such as Blu-ray DiscTM players.

Multi-room Entertainment
Share your memories with friends and family in the comfort of your living room instead of crowding around your PC. This XBR9 offers DLNA® support for photos, music and videos, which allows you to enjoy content stored on your DLNA devices on your TV without leaving the couch.

FEATURES:

  • 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080) - 16:9 Full HD 1080p resolution panel (1920x1080) accepts any high definition video signal and renders it with optimum resolution, so you can take full advantage of Blu-ray DiscTM players and Sony® PLAYSTATION®3 entertainment systems that can deliver 1080p content
  • Personalize your HDTV with BRAVIA® widgets - Personalize your viewing experience by selecting, positioning, and resizing widgets on your BRAVIA HDTV display. BRAVIA Internet Widgets are small applications that can be accessed with the touch of one button providing you with the latest in news, weather, stock info, and much more right on your BRAVIA XBR9-Series.
  • USB to view photos, music, and video - Connect your camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to the HDTV's USB input to view photos on the big screen or control your latest music playlist. BRAVIA® XBR9-Series HDTVs also include MPEG2 video file support, so you can go straight from shooting video to screening it over USB.
  • HD input x 7 - Get versatile HD connection options with seven HD inputs. Four HDMITM inputs (up to 1080/60p capable) let you connect a Sony® PlayStation®3 entertainment system, Blu-ray DiscTM player, or any other HDMI-capable equipment and get uncompressed digital video and multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. An HD combo input, which includes HD component (1080/60p capable) and composite inputs, provide added HD-capable connectivity, and a PC input4 (HD-15 pin) offers the added versatility of using your HDTV as a computer monitor.
  • BRAVIA® Link compatibility - BRAVIA Link compatibility expands your HDTV’s capabilities by letting you connect optional BRAVIA Link modules, including the BRAVIA DVD Link, BRAVIA Wireless Link, and BRAVIA Input Link (all sold separately).
  • ATSCTM/NTSC tuner with QAM - A built-in ATSC/NTSC tuner with QAM delivers over-the-air digital TV and unencrypted HDTV broadcast signals, as well as traditional analog TV broadcasts.
  • BRAVIATM Internet Video4 - With BRAVIA Internet Video4 you can enjoy one of the largest collections of premium and free on-demand entertainment directly to your HDTV. Use your in-home broadband connection and the BRAVIA HDTV remote control to access online video, music, and more content from over 20 providers including Amazon Video On Demand, YouTubeTM, Sports Illustrated, Sony Pictures, Sony Music,Slacker, and Epicurious.com.
  • Live Color CreationTM technology w/ WCG-CCFL backlight - Live Color Creation technology works with the BRAVIA XBR9-Series' WCG-CCFL (Wide Color Gamut - Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) backlight to achieve wide color reproduction for more natural and vibrant colors. The technology combines advanced chroma signal processing with enhanced filters and purer light to reproduce 105 percent of the NTSC (National Television System Committee) color standard. This means deeper reds and greens with overall color that's truer and more life-like.
  • Networked TV Guide® Interactive Program Guide5 - Sony® has integrated the TV Guide® Interactive Program Guide5 into the exclusive Xross Media BarTM (XMBTM) user interface to deliver regularly updated program listings via your existing Internet connection -- with no subscription fees or phone connection required.
  • Favorites Menu function - The Favorites Menu function makes it easy to quickly access your favorite channels and frequently used video inputs.
  • Scene Select lets you easily manage your settings - Scene Select makes choosing the appropriate settings for the best HDTV experience easier than ever. Scene Select packages different picture and audio settings based on the type of content you want to view. For example, the "Sports" package configures the perfect picture and audio settings to make you feel like you're right in the stadium. Other packages include "Cinema," "Photo," "Game," and "Music."
  • Exceeds Energy Star 3.0 requirements - Sony® XBR-series HDTVs exceed Energy Star 3.0 requirements by incorporating advanced power saving features such as Light Sensor® technology that adjusts backlight intensity based on ambient room lighting conditions.
  • MotionflowTM 240Hz technology - MotionflowTM 240Hz technology is Sony’s highest level of motion detail and clarity so you enjoy exceptional motion detail in sports, movies and games. Motionflow 240Hz technology quadruples the frame rate, resulting in a crisp fluid motion and a natural, realistic viewing experience.
  • BRAVIA EngineTM 3 fully digital video processor - BRAVIA Engine 3 is the newest fully digital video processor from Sony®. It uses a collection of enhanced algorithms to significantly reduce noise, enhance overall image detail, and optimize contrast so every scene produces sharp, vibrant, life-like images.
  • DLNA® with photos, music, and video - Compliance with DLNA® (Digital Living Network Alliance) allows BRAVIA® XBR9-Series HDTVs to access digital photos, music, and video from DLNA-enabled PCs and other devices, so you can enjoy your memories with friends and family in the comfort of your living room instead of crowding around a PC.
  • Xross Media BarTM menu navigation - The award-winning Sony® Xross Media BarTM (XMBTM) user interface allows you easily navigate through your favorite photos, music, channels, and connected devices.
  • BRAVIA SyncTM capable2 - BRAVIA Sync2 capability combines the one-touch access and control functionality of BRAVIA Theatre SyncTM with the ability to control HDMI CEC-enabled Sony® Handycam® camcorders and Cybershot® digital still cameras using the TV's remote and an on-screen display.
  • x.v.ColorTM technology - x.v.Color technology takes HDTV color expression to new levels. When connected to x.v.Color capable video sources, such as select Sony® camcorders, BRAVIA® XBR9-Series HDTVs can display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors as the existing RGB color standard, resulting in more natural, life-like images.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Model Number: DL-40XBR9
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1
Color: Blue Gray Metallic
Sound System: Stereo System : MTS
Tuning Type:
  • Tuner (Cable) : Clear QAM
  • Tuner (Terrestrial) : ATSC Tuner, NTSC Tuner

Language Options: Multiple Language Display : English, French, Spanish
Backlight Type: WCG-CCFL
Comb Filter: 3D Comb Filter
Input Output Location: Side, Rear
Interface Specs:
  • AC Power Input : 1 (Rear)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 3 (1 Side/2 Rear)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMITM : 1 (Rear)
  • Audio Out : 1 (Rear)
  • Audio Out (Variable/Fixed) : 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)
  • HDMITM Connection(s) (Total) : 4 (3 Side/1 Rear)
  • HDMITM 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 Service only
  • USB 2.0 : 1 (Side)

Video Specs:
  • 24p True CinemaTM 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
  • Game Mode : Yes
  • Live Color CreationTM Technology : Yes
  • MPEG Noise Reduction : Yes
  • MotionflowTM Technology : 240 Hz
  • PhotoTV HD : Yes (HDMITM / Component)
  • Picture Mode : Vivid, Standard, Custom, Cinema, Sports, Game, Graphics, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Stardard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom
  • Video Processing : BRAVIA Engine 3TM Technology
  • Wide Mode : Wide Zoom, Normal, Full (Full1-2 for PC), H Stretch, Zoom
  • x.v.ColorTM Technology : Yes
  • Video Signal : 1080/60p (HDMITM / COMPONENT), 1080/60i, 1080/24p (HDMITM ONLY), 720/60p, 480/60p, 480/60i

Audio Specs:
  • Audio Power Output : 20W (10W+10W)
  • Speaker Configuration : Invisible Speaker Box + Tweeter
  • Speakers (Total) : 4
  • 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

General Specs:
LED
  • HD Indicator : Yes
Power
  • Power Consumption (in Download Acquisition Mode) : Less than 20W
  • Power Consumption (in Operation) max. : 205 W (max)
  • Power Consumption (in Standby) : Less than 0.1W (120VAC)
  • Power Requirements (frequency) : 50/60Hz
  • Power Requirements (voltage) : AC 120-240V
Service and Warranty Information
  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Labor / 1 Year Parts
  • Online Instruction Manual (Reference Book) : Yes
Convenience Features
  • Auto Photo Mode : Yes (DLNA, USB)
  • Auto Picture Setting w/ HDMITM : Game, Graphics, Photo, Cinema
  • BRAVIA® SyncTM : Yes
  • BRAVIA® SyncTM Menu Button : Yes (on Remote Control)
  • Channel Block (with password) : Yes
  • Channel Jump : Yes
  • Channel Labels : Yes
  • Channel Surf : Yes
  • Control for HDMITM (HDMITM 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
  • 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)
  • White Balance : RGB Gain/Bias
Display Features
  • Backlight Type : WCG-CCFL
  • Display Device : LCD
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 Tuner, NTSC Tuner
Weights and Measurements
  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 37 7/8 x 25 5/8 x 12 in (961 x 649 x 303mm) with pedestal; 37 7/8 x 22 7/8 x 3 3/8 in (961 x 580 x 85mm) without pedestal
  • Packaging (Approx.) : 48 x 27 1/8 x 7 7/8 in (1217 x 688 x 197mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 43.9 lbs. (19.9kg) with pedestal; 37.9 lbs. (17.2kg) without pedestal
Network Features
  • BRAVIA® Internet Video : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Internet Widgets : Yes
  • DLNA : Client (Photo), Client (Music), Client (Video)
Regulation and Standard Compliance
  • VESA® Hole Pitch : 300x300 M6
  • VESA® Hole Spacing Compatible : Yes
General
  • Television Type : Flat Panel LCD HDTV
Energy Saving & 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) : 295 kWhr
  • Idle TV Standby : Yes
  • LightSensorTM Technology : Yes
  • PC Power Management : Yes
  • Power Consumption (On Mode) for Energy Star : 161.3 W
  • Power Consumption (Standby Mode) for Energy Star : Less than 0.1W (120VAC)
  • Power Saving Modes : Yes
Recycled & Recyclable Materials
  • Packaging Materials : Recycled Carton (more than 40%)
  • Printed Materials : Recycled Paper
  • Product Materials : Recycled Plastic
Display
  • Aspect Ratio : 16:9
  • Color Range (u'v') : 102% of NTSC
  • Color Range (xy) : 91% 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 : 10-bit
  • Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 40"
  • Viewing Angle (Right/Left) : 178 (89/89)
  • Viewing Angle (Up/Down) : 178 (89/89)
General Features
  • BRAVIA® Link Module support : DMX-SW1, DMX-DVD, DMX-WL1
  • Closed Captions (CC) : Analog, Digital
  • Demo Mode : Yes
  • Finish (Surface Color) : Blue Gray Metallic
  • Hotel Mode Menu : External module
  • Illuminated Sony Logo : Yes
  • On-Screen Display : 3D XMB
  • Supports Rear Mounting of DMeXTM Module : Yes

What's In The Box / Included Accessories:
  • Remote Control RM-YD029
  • Screws for Stand
  • Warranty Card
  • Batteries (Type AA x2)
  • Operating Instructions
  • Table Top Stand (separate, assembly required)
  • AC Power Cord (separate)
  • Quick Setup Guide


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