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Sony KDL46BX420 46" LCD TV

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  • Mfr# KDL46BX420

Product Highlights

  • Full HD 1080p Resolution
  • Scene Select
  • 5 HD Inputs
  • BRAVIA Sync Compatible
  • USB Input
  • LightSensor Technology
  • PIP (Picture in Picture)
  • 5.1 Channel Audio Out
  • 24p True Cinema Technology

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Energy Guide The Sony KDL46BX420 46" LCD TV is great set for the den, bedroom or kitchen-or even a boat. You certainly won't be sacrificing a quality picture. This set uses the same BRAVIA Engine Sony uses in its biggest sets. This is the latest evolution of Sony's processing system for superior image detail, exceptionally vibrant, life-like images, reduced noise and optimized contrast and color.

Another Sony innovation you'll enjoy is 24p True Cinema Technology. Video is shot at 30 frames per second (fps). Motion pictures are shot at 24 fps. That's made showing movies on TV problematic since the earliest days of the medium.

You can also use the set's USB port to share content with family and guests. Plug in a USB compatible device like a flash drive and you can enjoy JPEGs, MP3s, home videos and more, right on your TV. With all this talk of sharing let's not forget the KDL46BX420's five HDMI ports. You can hook up a Blu-ray player, DVD player, satellite connection and more. As you fill those ports up you'll be glad you have BRAVIA Sync. It's based on the HDMI CEC standard and in simple English it means you can control a slew of HDMI CEC-compatible devices with one remote control.

Full HD 1080p Resolution
Experience amazing Full HD 1080p picture quality, the highest at-home resolution. Take full advantage of HD sources like a Blu-ray Disc player or PlayStation3 gaming console via the 16:9 wide screen panel (1920 x 1080)
Scene Select
Easily manage your settings for the best HDTV experience with Scene Select. Choose from five different packages each with preconfigured picture and audio settings, including sports, photo, game, cinema and music
5 HD Inputs
Get versatile HD connection options with five HD inputs, including two HD component inputs which provide added HD-capable connectivity in addition to a PC input (HD-15 pin) that lets you use your HDTV as a computer monitor
BRAVIA Sync Compatible
Conveniently operate and control other BRAVIA Sync compatible devices - including BRAVIA HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc players, surround sound systems, Handycam camcorders and Cyber-shot digital still cameras, all with one remote control
USB Input
Share your photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite music. Simply connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to your HDTV's USB input
LightSensor Technology
Enjoy customized picture brightness and save energy without lifting a finger. The built-in Light Sensor automatically adjusts the picture brightness based on the amount of light in the room
Audio Features
5.1 Channel Audio Out: Yes
5.1 Channel Through Out (Handycam): Yes
Alternate Audio (Digital): Yes
Audio Out: Fixed
Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes
Auto SAP: Yes
Dolby: Dolby Digital
Invisible Speaker (w/Sound Elevation): Yes
Sound Mode: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice, Custom
SteadySound Automatic Volume Control: Yes
Stereo System: MTS
Surround Effect: Cinema, Game, Music, Sports
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
Live Color Technology: Yes
MPEG Noise Reduction: Yes
Picture Mode: Cinema, Game-Original, Game-Standard, Graphics, Photo-Custom, Photo-Original, Photo-Standard, Photo-Vivid, Sports, Standard, Vivid
Wide Mode: Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom, Caption, Normal/Full1/Full2 for PC
Convenience Features
Auto Shut-off: Yes
BRAVIA Sync: Yes
Channel Block (with password): Yes
Channel Jump: Yes
Channel Surf: Yes
Control for HDMI (HDMI CEC): Yes
Edit Channel Labels: Yes
Favorites (Simple UI): Yes
Info Banner: Yes
Input Skip: Manual
Label Inputs: Yes
Multiple Language Display: English, French, Spanish
On-Screen Display for External Input: Yes
PIP (Picture in Picture): Yes
Parental Control: Yes
Picture Adjustments Lock: Yes
Picture Frame Mode: Yes
Scene Select: Photo, Music, Cinema, Game, Graphics, Sports, General
Show/Hide Channels: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes
USB Application(s): Yes
Energy Saving & Efficiency Features
Backlight Off Mode: Yes
Dynamic Backlight Control: Yes
Energy Star Compliant: Yes (Exceeds v4.1)
Display
Screen Size (Diagonal) 46"
Aspect Ratio 16 : 9
Pixel Resolution 1920 x 1080
Brightness Not Specified By Manufacturer
Refresh Rate 60 Hz
Video
Video System ATSC, Clear QAM, NTSC 1
Please Note:

NTSC: American TV Standard ATSC (8VSB Terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality)

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HDTV Compatibility 1080/24 p (HDMI only)
1080/60 i (HDMI/Component)
1080/60 p (HDMI/Component)
720/60 p
480/60 i
480/60 p
TV Scan Lines Up to 1080
TV Tuner Yes 2
Please Note:

Analog Terrestrial: 2 - 69 / Digital Terrestrial: 2 - 69 Analog Cable: 1 - 135 / Digital Cable: 1 - 135

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Speaker
Sound Stereo
Subwoofer No
Power 16 W 3
Please Note:

8W + 8W = 16W

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Inputs/Outputs 1x RCA Stereo (L/R) Audio In (Side)
2x RCA Stereo (L/R) Audio In (Rear)
1x RCA Stereo (L/R) Audio Out (Rear)
1x RCA Component Video In (Rear)
2x RCA Composite Video In (Rear)
1x SPDIF Audio Out (Rear)
2x HDMI Audio/Video In (Rear)
1x VGA Video In (Side)
1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Mini Audio In (Rear)
1x Coaxial Antenna Audio In (Rear)
2x USB 2.0 Audio/Video In (Side) 4
Please Note:

AC Power Input (Rear) x1

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Convenience
Picture in Picture (PIP) Yes
Menu Language English, Spanish, French
Remote Control Yes
Wall Mountable VESA 300 x 300 mm
General
Power Requirements 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption Operational: 210W
Standby: 0.25W 5
Please Note:

Operational power consumption is maximum measurement. Standby is specified for 120 VAC

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Dimensions (WxHxD) 44.1 x 27.9 x 11.6" / 112.01 x 70.87 x 29.46 cm With stand
44.1 x 26.6 x 3.9" / 112.01 x 67.56 x 9.91 cm Without stand
Weight 44.3 lb / 20.09  kg With stand
39 lb / 17.69  kg Without stand

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SonyKDL46BX420 46" LCD TV
 
3.3

(based on 3 reviews)

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67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to set up (3)

Cons

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      5.0

      Simple set-up with a Great Picture

      By Bill the Video Guy

      from Chester, NJ

      About Me Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Great Picture Quality

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home

        Comments about Sony KDL46BX420 46" LCD TV:

        The KDL46BX420 is our primary TV. Since we did not need the more expensive bells and whistles, we opted for this unit. It did not disappoint! The set-up was quick and easy and just the right size for our mobile home. The picture quality is GREAT, which is in keeping with the SONY TRADITION. To date, we have not encountered a single problem. Even with limited input ports, it can handle all of our needs - Cable TV, Blu-ray DVD, HD Camcorder, and various DV Camcorders.

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        1.0

        Think Twice before you buy SONY

        By sian66

        from MA, USA

        About Me Enthusiast

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        Pros

        • Easy To Set Up
        • Good Remote Control

        Cons

        • Poor Connection Options

        Best Uses

          Comments about Sony KDL46BX420 46" LCD TV:

          I am writing this review 18 months after I bought my LCD TV. It worked just fine for about 14 months - long enough for the manufacturer warranty to expire. Then the problems began.

          Suddenly small pixelated lines appeared along the screen. Progressively increased until I had to contact a repair place to have it fixed - reputable, one which repairs all our hospital HD monitors. They diagnosed that the LCD display is broken. contacted Sony and they requested a Sony authorized facility to do the check up. Same result. Any further discussions with the SONY Customer support turned completely obsolete as their only statement was - "out of warranty, your loss".

          What is shocking:

          1. Change in Quality of SONY production - how can the display, most important and expensive part of the product, break in only 14 months?! This cannot be Sony product from the past - known for their excellent quality control and backing their production.

          2. Customer support - arrogant (hanging up) and oblivious to the core of the issue - it is not just warranty vs. no warranty. It is about the quality they are known for.

          Overall, the final question remains are we taken for a ride by a big company which relies on past glory to push a mediocre product at exorbitant price?!

          For all of you on the market for a LCD or LED TV, take a look at Samsung!

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          4.0

          best quality brand at a nice price

          By Vic

          from Coppell, TX

          About Me Casual User

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • All the connections options I could ever need
          • Easy To Set Up
          • Good Remote Control
          • Great Picture Quality

          Cons

          • Poor Sound Quality

          Best Uses

          • Home

          Comments about Sony KDL46BX420 46" LCD TV:

          It is so light-weight, I can move it around on my own.

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          What's in the Box

          Sony KDL46BX420 46" LCD TV
          • Remote Control (RM-YD065)
          • 2 x AA Batteries
          • Operating Instructions
          • Quick Setup Guide
          • Safety and Regulatory Booklet
          • Software License
          • Stand Installation Guide
          • Table-Top Stand
          • 1 Year Labor / 1 Year Parts Warranty
           
           
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