Sony 40" BRAVIA V Series Black LCD Flat Panel HDTV - KDL40V5100

Product Details

Sony 40" BRAVIA V Series Black LCD Flat Panel HDTV, Model KDL40V5100

With Full HD 1080p resolution and Motionflow™ 120Hz technology, Sony® BRAVIA® V-Series HDTVs are engineered for fast-action movies, sports, and game play. Enjoy sharp, crystal clear images with the BRAVIA Engine™ 2 fully digital video processor.

Features:

• 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080)
  16:9 Full HD 1080p resolution panel (1920x1080) accepts any HDTV signal and renders it with optimum resolution, so you can take full advantage of Blu-ray Disc™ players and Sony® PLAYSTATION®3 entertainment systems that can deliver 1080p content
• Dynamic contrast (50,000:1)
  Dynamic contrast involves real-time image processing that results in deep blacks in darker scenes, as well as fine details in shadows and other dark areas of the picture for a difference you can truly see
• Motionflow™ 120Hz technology
  Motionflow™ 120Hz technology doubles the frame rate to help remove judder in film sources, HD content, and broadcast movies and primetime programming, creating smoother, more fluid motion that delivers a natural and realistic viewing experience
• BRAVIA Engine™ 2 fully digital video processor
  The BRAVIA Engine 2 fully digital video processor uses a collection of unique Sony technologies to significantly reduce noise, enhance overall image detail, and optimize contrast so every scene produces sharp, vibrant, life-like images and color
• HD input x 7
  Get versatile HD connection options with seven HD inputs. Four HDMI™ inputs (up to 1080/60p capable)1 let you connect a Sony® PLAYSTATION®3 entertainment system, Blu-ray Disc™ player, or any other HDMI-capable equipment and get uncompressed digital video and multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. An HD component input and an HD combo input (1080/60i capable) provide added HD-capable connectivity, and a PC input (HD-15 pin) offers the added versatility of using your HDTV as a computer monitor
• USB with photos and music
  Connect your camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to your HDTV's USB input to view photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite MP3’s
• 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)
• BRAVIA® Sync capable
  BRAVIA Sync capability combines the one-touch access and control functionality of BRAVIA Theatre Sync™ with the ability to control CEC-enabled Sony® Handycam® camcorders and Cyber-shot® digital still cameras using the TV’s remote and an on-screen display via HDMI connector
• ENERGY STAR® 3.0 certified
  Sony® V-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 and Dynamic Backlight Control that adjusts backlight intensity based on the brightness of the image on the screen
• 24p True Cinema™
  24p True Cinema mode provides a direct connection to 24p video sources, avoiding conversions and allowing users to enjoy films at their intended 24 fps (frames per second) cinematic picture quality when using a 24p-capable output device, such as a Blu-ray Disc™ player or Sony® PLAYSTATION®3 entertainment system
  
• Favorites Menu
  The Favorites Menu function makes it easy to quickly access your favorite channels and video inputs
• VESA® compatible hole spacing
  VESA-compatible hole spacing uses an industry-standard mounting hole pattern that can be used with VESA-compliant mounting brackets, taking the guesswork out of selecting the proper hardware for hanging your TV on the wall

Specifications:

Audio

• Audio Power Output: 20W (10W X 2)
  
• Speaker Configuration: 2.0
  
• Alternate Audio (Digital): Yes
  
• Audio Out: Fixed
  
• Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes
  
• Auto SAP: Yes
  
• Digital Amplifier: Standard
  
• Dolby®: Dolby® Digital (for broadcasting)
  
• SRS®: SRS® TruSurround XT®
  
• Sound Mode: Clear Voice, Dynamic, Custom, Standard
  
• SteadySound® Automatic Volume Control: Yes
  
• Stereo System: MTS
  

Convenience

• Auto Photo Mode: Yes (via USB)
• Auto Shut-off: Yes
  
• BRAVIA® Sync™: Yes
  
• BRAVIA® Sync™ Menu Button: Yes (on remote control)
  
• Channel Block (with password): Yes
  
• Channel Jump: Yes
  
• Channel Labels: Yes
  
• Channel Surf: Yes
• Clock: Yes
  
• Control for HDMI™ (HDMI™ CEC): Yes
  
• Edit Channel Labels: Yes
  
• Favorite Channel: Standard
  
• ID-1 Detection: Yes
  
• Info Banner: PSIP / XDS
• Initial Setup: Yes
  
• Input Skip: Manual
  
• Label Inputs: Yes
  
• Multiple Language Display: English, Spanish, French
  
• On-Screen Clock: Yes
  
• On/Off Timer: Yes
  
• PIP (Picture in Picture): PC Input/TV
  
• Parental Control: Yes
  
• Show/Hide Channels: Yes
  
• Sleep Timer: Yes
  
• Start Up BRAVIA® Logo Display: Yes
  
• Theatre Mode (Theatre Button): Yes
  
• USB Application(s): Photo Viewer (JPEG), Music Player (MP3)
  

Display

• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  
• Color Range (xy): 72% of NTSC
  
• Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080p (Full HD)
  
• Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 50,000:1
  
• Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080
  
• Backlight Type: CCFL
  
• Display Device: LCD
  

Energy Saving & Efficiency

• Backlight Off Mode: Yes
  
• Dynamic Backlight Control: Yes
  
• Eco Settings: Yes
  
• Energy Star® compliant: Exceeds Energy Star® Version 3.0
  
• LightSensor™ Technology: Yes
  
• PC Power Management: Yes
  
• Power Saving Modes: Yes
  

General

• Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital
  
• Finish (Surface Color): Piano Black
  
• On-Screen Display: Traditional
  

Inputs and Outputs

• AC Power Input: 1 (Rear)
  
• Analog Audio Input(s) (Total): 5 (2 Side, 3 Rear)
  
• Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMI™: 1 (Rear)
  
• Audio Out: 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)
  
• HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total): 4 (3 Side, 1 Rear)
  
• HDMI™ Connection(s) (w/ Analog Audio In): 1 (Rear)
  
• HDMI™ PC Input: Yes
  
• PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini): 1 (Side)
  
• RF Connection Input(s): 1 (Rear)
  
• S-Video Detection: Yes
  
• S-Video Input(s): 1 (Side)
  
• USB 1.1: 1 (Rear) (Service only)
• USB 2.0: 1 (Side)
  

Power

• Power Consumption (in Operation): 200 W max
  
• Power Consumption (in Standby): Less than 1W
  
• Power Requirements (frequency): 60HZ
  
• Power Requirements (voltage): AC 120V

Regulation and Standard Compliance

• VESA® Hole Pitch: Yes
  
• VESA® Hole Spacing Compatible: Yes
  

TV System

• Channel Coverage: VHF: 2-13ch UHF: 14-69ch CATV (analog): 1-135ch CATV (digital) : 1-135ch
  
• Color System: NTSC
  
• Number of Tuners (Digital): 1(Hybrid)
  
• TV System (Analog): M
  
• TV System (Digital): ATSC
  
• Tuner (Cable): Clear QAM
  
• Tuner (Terrestrial): ATSC™ / NTSC
  

Video

• Video Signal: 1080/60P (HDMI™ / Component), 1080/60I, 1080/24P (HDMI™ Only), 720/60P, 480/60P, 480/60I
  
• 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
  
• Game Mode: Yes
  
• Motionflow™ Technology: Motionflow™ 120Hz
  
• Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Custom, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom
  
• Video Processing: BRAVIA Engine 2™ Technology
  
• Wide Mode: Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom, Full Pixel

Approximate Dimensions:

• With Pedestal
  • Height: 27"
  • Width: 38.875"
  • Depth: 10.75"
• Without Pedestal
  • Height: 25.125"
  • Width: 38.875"
  • Depth: 3.75"

Approximate Weight:

• With Pedestal: 41 lbs
• Without Pedestal: 37.3 lbs
• Shipping: 47 lbs

Warranty Information:

• Manufacturer's Warranty (authorized online retailer): 1 Year Parts and Labor

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