Sony Bravia V-Series KDL-40V4100 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV by Sony
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Digital camera reviews of Sony Bravia V-Series KDL-40V4100 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
Digital camera Review: Great TV, Superb Picture (except the static dot sparkles see text), Good Value
Summary: 4 Stars
Have had my 40V4100 a month now. Had originally wanted the "W" with 120 Hz but this "V" was on sale locally making the difference $600. I do not regret buying this 60 Hz set, and saving hundreds of dollars. Overall it is excellent after getting the picture settings adjusted to my liking. Audio quality from the built-in speakers is surprisingly good with the Dynamic mode ON and some extra bass and treble. I do have a minor problem that seems to be common to this new line of Sony LCD TVs - intermittent tiny bright white dots that appear randomly across the picture in a straight line, just a few at a time, about 4" below the top of the picture, in HDMI mode only. Most noticeable on dark or black scenes. I almost exchanged the set for another one, until I saw the same white dots on a 40V4100 at the store playing a Blu-Ray disc. So far Sony's support does not seem to recognize the problem. I hope Sony will pay attention to what their customers are telling them and come up with a fix for this ASAP because it can be quite noticeable on HDMI upcsaled DVD or Blu-Ray sources. If not for that I would rate it a 5.
EDIT and UPDATE! Sept 14, 2008 - I am happy to report that Sony has come through and addressed the white dot sparkle problem with an easy to use software/firmware update via a USB flash drive they sent. I now have ZERO white dot sparkles, and a perfect picture. Excellent! And at today's prices a couple of hundred dollars less than in May when I bought mine, it is an even better deal!
Digital camera Review: Great TV, it's a Sony!
Summary: 5 Stars
I went to Target to get a new LCD tv. I looked at them and the Sony seemed to have the best picture, but it was close with several others as well. I have always been of the mind set that when in doubt, buy the Sony product. I have never been really disappointed with a Sony product.
I went home and found that Amazon had it much cheaper than Target. I ordered it, and a few days later it was delivered. No problems!
The TV is great, nice picture, PS3 looks superb. It's a Sony!
Digital camera Review: Great TV, not quite White Glove delivery service
Summary: 4 Stars
This TV is excellent right out of the box. After using it with a conventional DVD player and a Comcast HD box, it is what I expected. HD channels were terrific and convential stations had greater clarity than by prior 32 inch Panasonic Viera. Blue Ray player is obviously on the horizon to synch with this TV.
The "White Glove" delivery promised by Amazon (since they sold this one) is anything but. Purchasers should be aware that the base needs to be attached to the set and screws used to secure it. This is specified to be a two person job. The driver had specific instructions to not attach the table top base, but just to unpack it and then set it where the purchaser wants it, as if this can be done without attaching the base. Then they are supposed to leave, but they want you to sign a form stating among other things that the power and picture work, while not setting it up. Just doing all the things on the check list would have kept the driver there for half an hour to make all the connections and try the product.
Digital camera Review: Great Value, Beautiful Picture
Summary: 5 Stars
Purchased the KDL-40V4100 a month ago. Easy to set up. Easy to understand. Beautiful picture. Stunning at 1080 with a Blu-ray player. Video games look tremendous! My first big-screen LCD and I don't regret it. On sale at Best Buy, and it was worth every dollar. Very satisfied.Digital camera Review: Great product, flawless delivery
Summary: 5 Stars
- The delivery of the product to my door was flawless.
- The KDL-40V4100 is a great product for its price, from the picture quality to the look of the product, everything is very good. I am satisfied with my purchase.