Use the Sony KDL-40XBR4 as a multifunction display. It's suitable for use as a high-definition TV or as a display for personal (both PC and Macintosh) computer. For Macintosh computers, you may need an adapter.
ATSC Tuner
The Sony KDL-40XBR4 features an ATSC tuner to receive high-definition over-the-air programming and a QAM tuner for unscrambled digital cable signals.
HD 1920 x 1080 Pixel Resolution
The Sony KDL-40XBR4 has a high pixel count that provides fine detail for outstanding HDTV as well for video reproduction from your computer. This TV displays HDTV program images in 720p, 1080i and 1080p.
Cinematic Wide-screen with Aspect Ratio 16:9
Enjoy a theater-like experience at home with the movie-theater aspect ratio of 16:9, which more closely resembles the human range of vision.
Wide Viewing Angle
This LCD TV features an extremely wide viewing angle of 178° horizontal (i.e., right and left), 178° or more vertical (i.e., up and down). You'll always get great image quality, whether you're sitting in front of the TV or off to the side.
24p True Cinema (24p Input Capability)
Watch movies and in their original format of 24 fps for a purist view.
Digital Reality Creation (DRC)
DRC Multifunction V1 circuitry employs digital mapping to convert NTSC waveform to near-HD quality for improving the video details. Its palette option empowers you to customize television pictures and achieve smoothness.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
This interface enhances audio and video performance of the LCD TV, using one cable and one plug to simplify connections.
Motionflow 120 Hz with Full HD high frame rate
Motionflow detects incoming video signals and applies the proper processing for optimized motion reproduction without the need for 3:2 pulldown.
S-Force Surround Sound
Listen to realistic surround sound without rear speakers.
Xross Media Bar
Use Sony's award winning Xross Media Bar to quickly and logically access menus, controls and more.