1. 16:9 HD 720p Resolution (1440x900) LCD Panel
2. HDMI Input
3. HD Component Input
4. PC Input
5. ATSC /NTSC tuner with QAM

Editorial Review :

Want a small LCD TV that still brings a lot to the kitchen table or the bedroom? The KDL-19M4000 is Sony's answer. With three HD connections (including an HDMI, component, and PC input), a sleek design, and the picture quality you've come to expect from Sony. The KDL-M4000 is designed to deliver the performance you do want without turning your bedroom or kitchen into a second home-theater you can live without. 10W (5W x 2) Audio Power Output Simulated Stereo Dolby Digital Sleep timer V-Chip Parental Control VESA hole spacing compatible for use with optional wall mounts ATSC / NTSC tuner with QAM Fast panel response Wide Viewing Angle Color - Black 1-Year Limited Warranty Input Ports - HDMI, RF Connection, 2 x Composite Video (1 Side/1 Rear), S-Video, Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input, PC in (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini), 4 x Analog Audio Input (1 Side/3 Rear), Audio Out, Optical Digital Out, Headphone Jack Approximate Unit Dimensions - 15.9 (H) x 19.1 (W) x 6.5 (D) with Pedestal Approximate Unit Weight - 16.1 pounds

Customer Review :

Love It!!!!

This is a great little TV! It took me 10 minutes to set up, and I have had no problems. I could see how some people might think the instructions are confusing, especially if you have a complcated set up. The picture is great. I have it sitting on my kitchen counter using the little stand provided, and I have no problems with instability or the vewing angle.

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So pleased!

This TV is a wonderful buy for the price. It is compact and sits nicely on my bedroom dresser. The color and clarity are great!

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Shame on Sony

I decided to return this Sony Bravia TV- immediately after reading the install instructions and before plugging it in. The reason? Sony's ridiculous solution and instructions for making sure the TV doesn't fall over if one chooses not to hang it on the wall and, instead, chooses their second choice of trying to prop it up on a flat surface with the stupidly tiny prop they provide with the 19" Bravia. Their "safety" instructions for using their silly little prop say to drill holes in my fine furniture on which it will sit and to screw the tiny prop down to the furniture. They also suggest you attach a cord to the top back of the TV and tie the cord to a hook screwed into the wall behind it. How dumb is that??? You tell me. I originally decided to buy a lightweight, 19" LCD HDTV so that I could pick it up and move it around the house if and when I chose to. That silly, tiny prop is the dumbest idea I've seen in a long, long time. I've long admired and purchased Sony products for their quality and integrity. But the above described flaw is indeed a seriously poor design judgement. Shame on Sony for not providing a sturdy pedestal like the 19" Samsung I bought instead.

Cris Razzano

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Excellent, simple to set up tv

This tv is beautiful and easy to set up.The worst of it is that it's best viewed when fully vertical, and the prop in the back isn't long enough for that, so I needed a piece of wood under it to raise it. It doesn't have its verticality worked out - unless you mount it on a wall. It has outlets and inlets for seemingly any device, and suggests hookups. It's been a daily part of my life for a month, and it's beautiful, and easy to control and hook up. I would highly recommend it.

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1. 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080)
2. Motionflow 120Hz technology delivers natural motion )
3. BRAVIA Engine EX fully digital video processor
4. Advanced Contrast Enhancer circuit (ACE)
5. x.v.Color technology

Editorial Review :

This exceptional 40-inch of XBR 7-Series BRAVIA LCD TV set the performance standard for large screen HDTVs. Ample connectivity options and the latest in color and motion technology make it a must-have for any home theater enthusiast.

Customer Review :

Amazing Picture for a great price.

This is my third LCD set. The first being a 32" Sharp Aquos 720p (touted to be the best at the time of that purchase). The second being a 40" Sony V2500 1080p unit. This third being the 40" XBR7. Oh my have things changed over the years.

In the comparison of apples to apples (V-series from 2 years back against the current XBR7), the difference in picture quality is amazing. The color contrast is better (without the need to be in 'torch mode'), and the "blurring" is almost gone.

If I am comparing the unit to another, please assume it's the Sony KDL-40V2500 unit unless otherwise specified.

Menus:
The XMB menu system is great. There is a bit of lag when switching from category to category though. It's just in the animation. The function isn't hindered. The adjustments (that make everyone's heads spin) have some added comments to help you decide which setting is best. It's a nice added feature, but I would still use the best tool to adjust the set: your eyes. Many home theater "elites" will criticize all of the added "picture enhancers" Sony has added. I would ignore their advice of "turn if all off" and simply adjust the set to what looks best to you. Of course, a simple calibration baseline does do wonders: Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics [Blu-ray]

Source: DirecTV HR21 HD-DVR - Connected via HDMI to Receiver, then to TV
The HD content has a more crisp and clear look to it. The "MotionFlow" should be either set to Off or "Standard", as the "High" setting is a bit dizzying. It gives a smooth "flowing" visual effect which makes content look great OR horrible (depends on your eyes and personal preference). Many movies (HBO HD, 1080i broadcast, I think) look fantastic. It's almost as clear as having the actual BluRay. The SD content PQ has slightly improved, but nothing amazing.

Source: Playstation 3 (60 gb Launch model) - Connected via HDMI to Denon Receiver "Pure Mode" (bypasses any receiver processing), then to TV
Stunning. That is the word that best describes the quality. The first thing I watched after setting up the TV was Batman: The Dark Knight. The detail in the dark scenes were quite impressive. Most LCDs will produce a very dark gray since it's near impossible to reproduce black. This unit get's VERY damn close in my opinion. Details can actually be seen in the dark scenes now (the V2500... couldn't distinguish much). Film content (24p) is best viewed with MotionFlow OFF. With the feature on, it looks like the main subject(s) on the screen are slightly popping out from the rest of the scene. It's an interesting look, but it's not for me.

When gaming, there is no motion blur (1080p and 720p) that I noticed. The V2500 had some blur issues. The colors are crisp and vibrant. Details can be seen even in the darkest of rooms. This is definitely a noteworthy contender if gaming is the main function of this TV.

Source: Lenovo T500 Notebook via HD15 - Directly connected to TV
Intel on-board graphics test... will test ATI Graphics at a later date
Everything looked fine. I was running the native resolution for the notebook's screen (1600 by 1050, or something in that ballpark). The text was easy to read. I haven't been able to do full resolution (1920x1080), but will try the next time I connect it.

Overall, this is a great unit. There were very little gripes I had about the unit. It's near flawless. Some say the XBR6 quality is the same. I unfortunately didn't have the luxury of a XBR6 and XBR7 side by side for a true comparison. To save a few bucks, I'd recommend checking out the XBR6 also. The only difference that MIGHT exist is a 8bit (XBR6) versus 10bit (XBR7) panel... but Sony never indicates what the XBR6 actually has. Rumors have it that they both use 10bit panels and it's just hidden in the XBR6 documentation so the XBR7 will have a larger arsenal to market with.

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The television set I've been waiting for all my life...

I've held off on buying a 1080P set until I could get what I wanted, and not just get what was just within my generally limited price range. My spouse set the size limit at 40" because of the room size (I would have pushed for a 46" but in marriage you have to choose your battles...) When I've gone to Costco or Best Buy the Sony Bravia XBR series has always stood out. Since my television sets generally last me 15-20 years, I wanted the most up-to-date version of the best I could get.

The color and definition of what I have seen on the set so far are wonderful. Razor-sharp imagery has always been important to me, both in my years as a film exhibitor and as a photographer. One of the first things I checked out on the new set is one of the "Planet Earth" Blu-Ray discs -- dependably gorgeous and detailed. Next, a Blu-Ray disc of 1938 "The Adventures of Robin Hood". The definition holds in the action scenes when men and horses are streaming across the screen, while the sense of dimensionality is frequently beyond what would have been technically possible with the best film printing and exhibition at the time the film was made. Then I looked at a standard definition disc of an early 1940s comedy (Criterion's edition of "Heaven Can Wait"); the upscaled presentation on this television set is beautiful. I grew up on nitrate prints from the UCLA film archive; for the first time since then I feel like I can see film imagery with a comparable (or better) sharpness and luster. As great as this set will be for HBO High Definition broadcasts and Blu-Ray discs, this is also a cinephile's dream television set for something like the new Fox release of Murneau and Borzage silent films due out next week.

I'm thrilled. This was worth the wait.

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1. 16:9 HD 720p Resolution 720p (1366x768p) LCD Panel
2. Bravia Engine with ACE (Advanced Contrast Enhancer)
3. Bravia Theatre Sync (HDMI-CEC)
4. HDMI x2, HD Component x2
5. PC Input

Editorial Review :

Sony's M4000-Series HDTVs bring with them BRAVIA Theatre Sync (HDMI-CEC) for easy, one-touch management of compatible Sony products, ACE contrast enhancement for better shadow detail, and BRAVIA Engine 2 for crystal clear picture quality. And with two HDMI inputs, an additional two component inputs, as well as a PC input you now have up to five different ways to make sure you see HD-level picture quality on the screen.

Customer Review :

Great Value

Excellent value. Arrived on time. Great place to do business. Will definitely shop there again.

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Best Ever

The Sony Bravia KDL-26M4000 is by far the best Sony TV I have ever purchased. The picture quality is unbelieveable. Although this tv is a
HDLCD, I don't have HD service but the picture is just like HD with just a cable hook-up. I highly recommend this model.

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1. 16:9 HD 720p Resolution 720p (1366x768p) LCD Panel
2. Bravia Engine with ACE (Advanced Contrast Enhancer)
3. Bravia Theatre Sync (HDMI-CEC)
4. HDMI x2, HD Component x2
5. PC Input

Editorial Review :

Sony's KDL-26M4000R HDTV brings with it BRAVIA Theatre Sync (HDMI-CEC) for an easy, one-touch management of compatible Sony products, ACE contrast enhancement for better shadow detail, and BRAVIA Engine 2 for crystal clear picture quality. With two HDMI inputs, an additional two component inputs, as well as a PC input you now have up to five different ways to make sure you see HD-level picture quality on the screen. Surrounding all this technology is the sleek, sophisticated design that has been a hallmark of the M-series and Sony televisions. This M-Series is available in an exciting color - Sangria Red. BRAVIA Engine 2 fully Digital video processor BRAVIA Theatre Sync capable (HDMI-CEC) HD input capable via HDMI interface ATSC/NTSC tuner with QAM Fast panel response Wide Viewing Angles 20W (10W x 2) Audio Power Output Dolby Digital V-Chip Parental Control VESA hole spacing compatible 1-Year Limited Warranty Input Ports - 2 x HDMI, RF Connection, 2 x Composite Video (1 Side/1 Rear), S-Video, 2 x Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input, PC in (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini), 5 x Analog Audio Input (1 Side/4 Rear), Audio Out, Coaxial Digital Out, Headphone Jack Approximate Unit Dimensions - 26 5/8 (H) x 20 1/8 (W) x 9 5/8 (D) with Pedestal Approximate Unit Weight - 27 pounds

Customer Review :

Great Value

Excellent value. Arrived on time. Great place to do business. Will definitely shop there again.

Rating :

Best Ever

The Sony Bravia KDL-26M4000 is by far the best Sony TV I have ever purchased. The picture quality is unbelieveable. Although this tv is a
HDLCD, I don't have HD service but the picture is just like HD with just a cable hook-up. I highly recommend this model.

Rating :

1. 16:9 HD 720p Resolution 720p (1366x768p) LCD Panel
2. Bravia Engine with ACE (Advanced Contrast Enhancer)
3. Bravia Theatre Sync (HDMI-CEC)
4. HDMI x2, HD Component x2
5. PC Input

Editorial Review :

26" BRAVIA M Series LCD TV by Sony delivers 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 with Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE). BRAVIA Engine fully digital video processor uses a collection of unique Sony algorithms to significantly reduce noise and produce sharp, vibrant, life-like images. Dynamic Noise Reduction intelligently identifies and dramatically reduces noise in the signal according to the motion and brightness of each scene for clearer, crisper images. Contrast Enhancement, works with the Advanced Contrast Enhancer circuit to optimize the contrast for every scene to create better depth and reality. BRAVIA Theatre Sync allows your HDMI cable to do more than just transmit pure digital audio and video signals by allowing one-touch control of compatible A/V components, including one-push play, one-push theatre settings, and one-push system power off. Picture Mode - Cinema, Standard, & Vivid On-screen Contrast Ratio - 2500 - 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio - 9000 - 1 Tuner (Cable) - ClearQAM (unencrypted) Video Signal - 480/60i, 480/60p, 720/60p, & 1080/60i Component Video Inputs - 2 (Rear) Digital Audio Outputs - 1 (Rear) HDMI Connections - 2 (Rear) Power Requirements - AC 120V 60Hz Unit Dimensions - 26 5/8 x 20 1/8 x 9 5/8 in, 26 5/8 x 18 3/8 x 3 7/8 in (without pedestal); Weight - 27 lbs., 23 lbs. (without pedestal) In the box - Batteries (Type AA x2) On-line Registration Card Open-Source Software flyer Operating Instructions Pedestal (assembly required) Quick Setup Guide Remote Control RM-YD026 Warranty Card

Customer Review :

Best Ever

The Sony Bravia KDL-26M4000 is by far the best Sony TV I have ever purchased. The picture quality is unbelieveable. Although this tv is a
HDLCD, I don't have HD service but the picture is just like HD with just a cable hook-up. I highly recommend this model.

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Great Value

Excellent value. Arrived on time. Great place to do business. Will definitely shop there again.

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