Sony KDL-26M4000 720p HDTV

Video processing is a key element in video performance. When it comes to processing, the BRAVIA KDL26M4000 uses the Sony’s BRAVIA Engine technology that consists of a fully digital video processor that employs a collection of unique algorithms to significantly reduce video noise and produce sharp, vibrant, lifelike images through which a 720p-resolution panel reaches its full potential.

High definition is about more than just the number of pixels that a flat panel HDTV has. The Sony KDL26M4000′s 720p LCD panel delivers more than a high definition 1366 x 768 pixel resolution.

The p in 720p means that an HDTV is capable of displaying video content progressively. Progressive scanning of video content refers simply to the way in which an image is written onto the screen.

With a method known as interlaced scanning, for each complete image, first all of the odd horizontal pixel lines are shown, and then all of the even lines are filled in. Without special built-in processing technologies, this method can result in an image with a slightly choppy or flickering transition between images.

Progressive scanning, on the other hand, writes each line of the entire scene sequentially, and in the same time it takes interlaced scanning to write each half separately. The result is nothing short of a smoother, cleaner video image. In combination with a fast panel-response time, the KDL26M4000′s progressive-scan capability is ideal for fast-motion video, like action movies or sports. Also, the widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio delivers a broad, theater-like view of all your favorite video.

As a leader in products with HDMI connectivity, Sony has created BRAVIA Theatre Sync technology to go beyond simple audio and video transmission. When you combine your new KDL26M4000 with a select number of other BRAVIA audio and video products, control functions will also be transmitted via the HDMI cable.

With “One Touch Play”, operations that took several steps are reduced to one. Press the PLAY button on the remote, watch the audio and/or the video components turn on then the BRAVIA KDL26M4000 television will turn on and switch to the correct video

Coming to the rescue in this multiple-component, integrated-system world, the Sony KDL26M4000 serves up an extra helping of connectivity with a PC input. Surf the net, download online movies, play games or get a little work done, all on 26 inches of stunning hi def LCD.

Geared up and ready for the up-and-coming digital transition, the Sony KDL26M4000 comes equipped with digital ATSC and QAM tuners. These digital tuners make receiving and enjoying digitally broadcast content — whether from the air or from cable or satellite — easy and worry-free.

Bringing you the absolute best in connectivity, Sony’s KDL26M4000 features two HDMI connections.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the only interface in consumer electronics that can carry both uncompressed high-definition (HD) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all HD formats including 720p, 1080i, and even 1080p. Your incoming media content comes in a variety of sizes, resolutions and formats, and with that in mind, HDMI systems automatically configure to display that content in the most effective format.

Since HDMI carries all channels on video and audio, there is only one cable to plug into any HDMI-enabled source and display device. No more complicated cable set-up when installing your home theater system, and no more ugly cable mess behind your components. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on this single cable. Also, HDMI is fully backward-compatible with DVI.

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