Sony BRAVIA EX 400 Series 40-Inch LCD TV, Black
March 16th, 2010 Posted in TV
- 40-inch LCD HDTV with full HD 1080p resolution lets you take full advantage of HD sources like a Blu-ray Disc Player or PlayStation3 gaming console
- Ambient Sensor and LightSensor technologies automatically adjust the color and backlight based on a room’s lighting
- USB port for photos, music and video playback; Wi-Fi adapter ready; BRAVIA Sync controls compatible devices with one remote
- Inputs: 4 HDMI, 2 component, 2 composite, 1 PC, 1 USB, 1 optical digital audio output
- Includes removable stand; measures 39.13 x 25 x 9.875 inches with stand
Product Description
Experience Full HD 1080p, incredible contrast and sharp, vibrant images with the Sony BRAVIA EX400-Series HDTV. Available in a variety of sizes, this great HDTV features Ambient Sensor and LightSensor Technology that aut… More >>
Sony BRAVIA EX 400 Series 40-Inch LCD TV, Black
March 16th, 2010 at 4:14 pm
I have to say, I really like this TV. My previous LCD was a Samsung 32″ 720p – and this set blows it away in almost every aspect. I think I paid around $550 for the Samsung a little over a year ago, so I jumped at the chance to upgrade to the EX400.
Pros: The ambient light sensor works terrific.
- 4 HDMI inputs! Plug away my friends.
- Bravia Sync feature works great with my Sony home theater system.
- PS3 games have never looked better. I played Killzone 2 right after I setup the TV and my jaw was open for about 10 minutes straight.
- It only has a 60Hz refresh rate, but I’ve yet to see any blur while watching sports.
- DVD’s look fairly crisp as well, considering I have a cheap DVD up-converter.
- It’s a Sony! I’m sure some ppl have had bad experiences with Sony, but I’ve had nothing but luck. To each his own I guess.
Cons: The remote is junk. It looks cheap and it isn’t very functional.
- The grey panel on the front. I had a bigger problem with the online picture of the set than I do in person. It doesn’t look THAT bad – but it still throws off the continuity of the black perimeter. Strange call by Sony.
- Calibration is frustrating. There are so many different picture settings you’ll probably struggle to find the perfect setup. I used the DVD THX Optimizer (found it on one of my Star Wars movies) and it helped a lot. (I posted them on [...])
- If you’re using an antenna instead of cable/satellite you’ll find that channel surfing is a bit slow. This is kind of a nitpick, but the channels take a little longer to load on this set.
- No swivel? I knew this set didn’t have it before I bought it – but it would still be nice.
For around $600 you can have full 1080p AND a 40″ screen. Great TV – great deal.
Rating: 4 / 5
March 16th, 2010 at 4:31 pm
Very happy. Sharp picture. Easy to use. Not an electronic-phile but I do my homework and was hesitant to buy a Sony. From what I read Sony was living on its laurels. But this TV seems to give great bang for the buck (and my wife wanted a Sony). I do not miss 120HZ or LED. The picture is not blurry when watching sports or action movies to my eye or anyone else in my family (of course all we watch is curling) (just kidding). Picture is bright, too. Easy set-up. It has a pre-set for home (rather than store), which has been fine by all of us. $599 for 40″ 1080p. Pretty Sweet.
Rating: 5 / 5