Friday, October 30, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Freaking Perfect!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Setup temperature is important
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 better than expected
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Great TV
It has excellent picture quality. Standard definition channels look better than they do an a tube TV. The HD channels look amazing.
It has a good number of HDMI inputs and enough connectivity to other devices.
Sound quality is excellent as well - but can always improve by hooking up a surround sound system.
You won't regret purchasing this TV.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Great Value for Money
I considered buying a clearance 2008 model but worried about software support for discontinued models. Sure enough, Sony fixed their auto-dimming problem in a patch for the 2009 models and has not yet released a patch for 2008 models. Be sure to install the firmware update if you buy this TV; see the Sony site for details.
Sound quality is quite good for a TV; we seriously considered not using our older Sony home theater system and just going with the TV's speakers.
We love the matte finish screen. The styling is plain and unobtrusive; doesn't stand out but doesn't distract either.
A great TV at a great price. I don't like to spend a lot of money just to have the fanciest new toys; I prefer to get the maximum value for my money. This model hit the sweet spot for me.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Breathtaking...nothing else will describe it!
Needless to say I picked up the Sony Bravia 46" V5100! This is a replacement for a 32" in my bedroom, so I hurried home to make the swap!
Out of the box this TV looks amazing even off! I love the black, not a big fan of these new sets with "color" but that's just me!
I pulled this beast out of the box and mounted the wall bracket hardware to the back. Hoisted it up onto the wall and made the connections (Xbox 360/HDMI)
I pressed the power button and WOW! The colors on even the initial screen were just gorgeous! I went thru a few settings but mainly just wanted to see what she could do. I fired up Finding Nemo, and was blown away, the colors are just insane...literally they pop off the screen. I followed this up with a quick game of COD4 which also to no surprise looked amazing!
Everything is razor sharp right out of the box, hopefully tonight I'll get a chance to run a good calibration and setup but I'm really amazed at the quality of this TV!
I cant wait to see a Blu Ray player connected to this set...I can only imagine how beautiful it will be (I was tempted to pull the one out of the living room but it was getting late)
The sound is well...TV sound, and I never buy a new TV based on its speakers. For normal everyday listening they do sound pretty nice, even at higher levels...in fact the simulated surround sound is pretty good on HD broadcasts (over air) I did notice it doesn't handle the surround sound on movies and games as well but that's to be expected!
If your looking for an excellent TV at an excellent price this is the way to go! I'm gonna post any problems here after tonight's setup and more in depth use...somehow I don't think ill have much to type!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Buy this one, not the Samsung!
Monday, October 5, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 GREAT TV
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Good device for good price
* Sony has great models for over $2500. They have great picture but not great enough to compensate for the couple of thousand extra dollars paid. I saw 46XBR6 and 46V5100 next to each other in BB and did not see a significant difference except the price.
* Samsungs have great LCD TVs. But glossy screen would not work for me at all. I have a bright living room where my TV is located. So, if you will have your TV in a bright room, you probably would like to avoid glossy screens like Samsung has. It really reflects a lot almost like a mirror. This was a big deal for me.
Now, my experice with KDL46V5100 is as follows:
It has great picture quality. I did not expect it to be so good at even SD. It is very easy to use. We plugged the TV and started to use it right away. Even user's manual is just a few pages. Before buying the TV I paid extra attention to the wide angle performance. This TV has about the same view from front and from sides: no changes in color or image quality with angle that I recognized.
I am extremely satisfied with the Amazon delivery. They brought the TV, unpacked it and installed the TV on the stand.
Good TV for good price and good service from Amazon...
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Sony KDL-46V5100 Review
Manufacturer's Review
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 on the KDL-46V5100's 46-inch screen.
Sony KDL-46V5100 Features
Features
- 46-inch 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel provides optimum resolution from any HDTV source that delivers 1080p content
- Dynamic contrast works in real time to produce deep blacks in darker scenes, as well as fine details in shadows
- Engineered for fast-action sports, movies and games, Motionflow 120Hz technology further reduces blurriness
- Seven HD inputs, including four HDMI inputs (up to 1080/60p capable), HD component and combo inputs (1080/60i capable), and a PC input
- BRAVIA Link compatibility lets you expand your HDTV's capabilities with BRAVIA Link modules, such as BRAVIA DVD Link and BRAVIA Wireless Link
Sony KDL-46V5100 Product Details
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1727 in Consumer Electronics
- Color: Black
- Brand: Sony
- Model: KDL-46V5100
- Dimensions: 28.62" h x 3.87" w x 44.25" l, 49.80 pounds
- Native resolution: 1920 x 1080
- Display size: 46
Sony BRAVIA V-Series KDL-46V5100 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV, Black
For consumers who want an HDTV that keeps pace with fast-action movies, sports, and game play, Sony BRAVIA V-Series Flat Panel HDTVs combine Full HD 1080p performance and Motionflow 120Hz technology for an amazing viewing experience. Motionflow 120Hz takes both high-definition and standard programming a step further by increasing sharpness and detail in fast-moving images for more fluid, natural motion. In addition, BRAVIA V-Series HDTVs use proprietary Image Blur Reduction technology to further enhance the picture for even better performance. The HDTVs also feature BRAVIA Engine 2 technology, which uses exclusive Sony algorithms to reduce visual noise and sharpen and enhance an already-striking dynamic contrast ratio. Additionally, they include seven versatile HD connections to ensure you get impressive image quality from all your HD components. Take advantage of four HDMI inputs, component and composite inputs, and a PC input, as well as a USB input that lets you play audio files from USB storage devices, or connect a compatible camera to your HDTV for a quick and easy slide show. Sony knows your home theater set-up doesn't stop with your HDTV, which is why the BRAVIA V-Series HDTVs are compatible with BRAVIA Link Modules -- including the BRAVIA Wireless Link, BRAVIA DVD Link, and BRAVIA Input Link Modules (all sold separately). The HDTVs also support BRAVIA SyncTM technology so you can control all of your compatible devices with a single remote. And all BRAVIA HDTVs exceed ENERGY STAR 3.0 requirements for in-use and stand-by power consumption, meaning you don't need a lot of power to get a lot of performance.