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Sony Bravia Z-Series KDL-40Z4100/B 40-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV, Black | 
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| Brand: Sony
Category: CE
Buy New: Too low to display
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Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Display Size: 40
Shipping Weight (lbs): 40
Dimensions (in): 37.3 x 2.9 x 24
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: KDL-40Z4100/B
Model: KDL-40Z4100/B
UPC: 027242736641
EAN: 0027242736641
Release Date: June 1, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution (1920x1080p) LCD Panel | | • | Motionflow 120Hz; improves TV & DVD viewing | | • | DMeX compatible; allows seamless feature upgrades | | • | DLNA Compliant - view photos from another room | | • | HDMI x4, HD Component x2, PC Input |
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Product Description
Look no further than the KDL-40Z4100 for the most strikingly stunning and flat-out sophisticated HDTV Sony has to offer. With a remarkably slim bezel design, Motionflow 120Hz for the reproduction of smooth, lifelike images, BRAVIA Engine 2 and ACE for deeper blacks and crisp shadow detail, this TV's sensational design is only matched by its picture. But phenomenal image quality and show-stopping design isn't all. The KDL-40Z4100 also includes DLNA compatibility so you can access your digital photo collection over your home network (additional DLNA components required; sold separately). DMex is also on board for an optional digital connection to innovative expansion modules like the BRAVIA Internet video link for exciting web-based content. The Digital Media Port (DMP) is included for connecting your portable digital audio devices like iPod and walkman music players.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 2 more reviews...
 10-bit Processor and 10-bit Panel June 26, 2008
39 out of 40 found this review helpful
I recommend this new Z series or an XBR (over 40") due to one fact - the 10-bit Processor and 10-bit Panel. The S, V and W series all look great, but they have 8-bit panels this year (see chart above). For the deepest blacks and best color reproduction, the 10-bit panel/processor makes a huge difference, more than any other LCD feature difference I've seen. The 120hz is impressive, too, giving a 3-D effect, especially on Blu-ray/HD playback, and can be turned on and off. If you like Samsung, the 650 and 750 series also have the 10-bit Processor and 10-bit Panel and 120hz, but I think Sony has a more natural picture - hope this helps. Been shopping for 8 months, uugh.
 Startlingly Poor Sony Product.... Factory Issues or Design Flaw? July 18, 2008
10 out of 20 found this review helpful
Let me start by saying that I own a fair bit of Sony product--and have been a fan of their TV's (muchless HDTV's) for a long time.
Thus, I was willing to pay the retail price premium for this unit. It had what I wanted--and with the Xross Media Bar, Ethernet port, 10-bit processing, 1080p/60hz, 24-frame cinema-mode, et al, it seemed ideal.
That said, I'm a very unhappy shopper when it comes to this unit.
There is a big white cloud in the center of what should be a very dark and very contrast-happy LCD screen in any shaded or gray to black sequences, and the digital sparkles I'm seeing on screen constantly, across all uses of all types of HDMI inputs from 1.0 to 1.3b cables (from low cost to crazy cost--and TiVo to deep color 60 Gig PS3) are killing the value of the digital inputs.
This series has a problem. I recommend that even should you want one--I'd wait to see a revision of the unit before purchase.
My KDL-40Z4100/B is not a good moment for Sony or for this Sony fan. Skip it.
Sony Z zooms past current XBR July 19, 2008
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
The 10-bit Z series 40" Sony LCDs are the absolute best. This TV sends XBR down a notch. Digital source material will jump out at you like never before. Gorgous color and contrast. The best yet.
1080i TV broadcast looks about 90% as good as Blu-ray on this panel. The delivery of non-HD DVD movies is wonderful and the picture using Blu Ray is absolutely stunning! (I rarely use the word "stunning")
Also, it's very future-proof with lots of (4) HDMI inputs and a LAN connection and USB. I've had the KDL 40Z4100 for about 2 weeks now and the ranking of picture quality goes as follows: Blu Ray (late release)movies, Digital HD television broadcast or HD digital cable, standard def (480 or 720) movies from a good quality "upscaling" player, and finally - standard def TV broadcast. The 120hz motion control and 24p pull-down work well on older standard def movies. My only advice is to not scrimp on the DVD player. You're going to see your old flicks look better than you have seen them...ever - with a good upscalling player.
Even video sources from my computer look near HD. I've connected my computers 8800GT graphics card's DVI out to the Sony's HDMI input and the look of some of my games is just as good, if not better, than my 22'' Samsung monitor.
This is Sony's best so far, in my humble opinion. Go for it!
no white cloud and no sparkles July 18, 2008
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
I've only had this tv for a week, but I haven't had any problem at all with a white cloud or sparkles. I think it's too expensive, but I also wanted many of the features that it offers and that I haven't seen from any other maker in this size and with a picture this realistic. I've had three Trinitrons over the years and quite a few other Sony products. Except for one experience with a telephone that only lasted a year, I've never had a problem. This is my first HDTV and I'm still working through trying out all of the features. I'll write more when I've had more experience with it.
3 inches of screen for $1000 ??????? June 2, 2008
4 out of 62 found this review helpful
Not really sure why the price of this TV is $2300. The new Sony XBR 37 inch is only $1300. How much is a 52 inch going to cost? $4,000? Again, Sony makes no sense and over charges for their products. I'm buying Samsung.
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