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26" BRAVIA M Series LCD HD Television

Model number: KDL-26M4000
Rated 3.3 out of 5 stars
Model features: 720p resolution, BRAVIA Engine™ 2, 9,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, built-in ATSC/NTSC tuner, 5 HD inputs
(Screen size measured diagonally.)

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Experience a more dynamic and vibrant picture with the 26" KDL-26M4000 LCD flat panel HDTV. Featuring BRAVIA® Theatre Sync, you can manage your compatible Sony products with just one-touch. This HDTV is also equipped with ACE contrast enhancement for better shadow detail, and BRAVIA Engine 2™ for crystal clear picture quality. In addition, there are five ports for enhanced connectivity via two HDMI™ inputs, two component inputs and a PC input providing quality playback of nearly every connected device. Surrounding all this technology is the sophisticated design that has been a hallmark of the M Series lineup.

Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE)

Part of the cinematic drama in film-making comes from details found in shadows and dark areas of the picture. Sony’s Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) uses real-time image processing to dynamically adjust backlight levels for improved contrast without masking details the filmmaker intended you to see. ACE delivers deep blacks in darker scenes, as well as fine details in shadows and other dark areas of the picture for a difference you can truly see.

BRAVIA® Theatre Sync™

BRAVIA Theatre Sync is based on the industry standard HDMI™-CEC function and allows your HDMI cable to do more than just transmit pure digital audio and video signals by allowing one-touch control of compatible A/V components. Functions include: ONE-PUSH PLAY, ONE-PUSH THEATRE SETTINGS and ONE-PUSH SYSTEM POWER OFF

BRAVIA® Engine™ Technology

The latest version of Sony’s respected BRAVIA Engine fully digital video processor uses a collection of unique SONY algorithms to significantly reduce noise and produce sharp, vibrant, life-like images... Dynamic Noise Reduction: Intelligently identifies and dramatically reduces noise in the signal according to the motion and brightness of each scene for clearer, crisper images. Detail Enhancement: Improved image enhancement algorithms render greater overall detail. Contrast Enhancement: Works with the Advanced Contrast Enhancer circuit to optimize the contrast for every scene to create better depth and reality. BRAVIA Engine technology optimizes the color, contrast, detail and clarity of every scene for the exceptional performance that BRAVIA HDTVs are known for.

Product Specifications

Convenience Features

  • Auto Shut-off : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Theatre Sync™ : Yes
  • Channel Jump : Yes
  • Edit Channel Labels : Yes
  • Favorites (Simple UI) : Standard
  • ID-1 Detection : Yes
  • Info Banner : Yes (PSIP, XDS)
  • Initial Setup : Yes
  • Input Skip : Manual
  • Label Inputs : Yes
  • Multiple Language Display : English, Spanish, French
  • On-Screen Clock : Yes
  • PIP (Picture in Picture) : PC Input
  • Parental Control : Yes
  • Program Guide Access : Yes
  • Show/Hide Channels : Yes
  • Sleep Timer : 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off
  • Theatre Mode (Theatre Button) : Yes

Energy Saving & Efficiency

  • AC Stay Off : Yes
  • Energy Star® compliant : Yes
  • Power Saving Modes : Yes

Inputs and Outputs

  • AC Power Input : 1 (Rear)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 5 (4 Rear/1 Side)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMI™ : 1 (Rear)
  • Audio Out : 1 (Rear)
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s) : 2 (Rear): 480i, 480p, 720/60p, 1080/60i
  • Composite Video Input(s) : 2 (1 Side/1 Rear)
  • Digital Audio Output(s) : 1 (Rear) Coaxial Digital Output
  • HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total) : 2 (Rear): 480i, 480p, 720/60p, 1080/60i
  • HDMI™ PC Input : Yes (see manual for exact formats)
  • Headphone Output(s) : 1 (Side)
  • PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini) : 1 (Rear)
  • RF Connection Input(s) : 1 (Rear)
  • S-Video Detection : Yes
  • S-Video Input(s) : 1 (Rear)

Sensing Features

  • LightSensor™ Technology : Yes

Video

  • Contrast Ratio : 2,500:1
  • Video Signal : 480/60i, 480/60p, 720/60p, 1080/60i

Audio

  • Audio Power Output : 20W (10Wx2)
  • Speakers (Total) : 2

Display

  • Native Resolution : 1366 x 768
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio : 9,000:1
  • Aspect Ratio : 16:9
  • Display Resolution : 1366 x 768p (HD)
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio (Internal) : 9,000:1
  • On-Screen Contrast Ratio : 2,500:1
  • Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 26"
  • Viewing Angle (Right/Left) : 178°
  • Viewing Angle (Up/Down) : 178°

General

  • Television Type : Flat Panel LCD HDTV

Power

  • AC Stay Off : Yes
  • Power Consumption (in Standby) : Less than 1W
  • Power Requirements : AC 120V 60Hz

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts / 1 Year Labor

Video Features

  • 3D Comb Filter : Yes
  • 4:3 Default : Yes
  • Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) : Yes
  • Auto Wide : Yes
  • Picture Mode : Cinema, Standard, Vivid
  • Video Processing : Yes (Bravia Engine 2™ Technology)
  • Wide Mode : Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom

Audio Features

  • Alternate Audio (Digital) : yes
  • Audio Out : Fixed
  • Auto Mute (on no signal) : Yes
  • Auto SAP : 20FM/10AM
  • Dolby® : Dolby® Digital
  • S-Master : Yes
  • Sound Mode : Clear Voice, Dynamic, Custom, Game, Standard
  • SteadySound® Automatic Volume Control : Yes
  • Stereo System : MTS

Display Features

  • Display Technology : LCD (178° wide viewing angle LCD display panels)

General Features

  • Clean Wire Management : Yes
  • Closed Caption Button : Yes (on remote control)
  • Closed Captions (CC) : Yes (Analog, Digital)
  • Fanless Design : Yes
  • Help Text : Yes
  • XMB : Standard

Regulation and Standards Compliance

  • VESA® Hole Pitch : 200mm (W) x 100 mm (H); M4 screw, 14mm length
  • VESA® Hole Spacing Compatible : Yes

TV System

  • Channel Coverage : CATV
  • Tuner (Cable) : ClearQAM (unencrypted)
  • Tuner (Terrestrial) : NTSC, ATSC

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 26 5/8 x 20 1/8 x 9 5/8 in (675 x 511 x 242mm) with pedestal; 26 5/8 x 18 3/8 x 3 7/8 in (675 x 466 x 97mm) without pedestal
  • Weight (Approx.) : 27 lbs. (12kg) with pedestal; 23 lbs. (10kg) without pedestal

In the Box

  • Open-Source Software flyer
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Batteries (Type AA x2)
  • Operating Instructions
  • Remote Control RM-YD026
  • On-line Registration Card
  • Pedestal (assembly required)
  • Warranty Card

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KDL-26M4000 3.3 5 8 8
Disappointed With This Sony Product If this TV was made by a 3rd rate, lesser known manufacturer I guess I would be more satisfied, but over the years I have come to expect more of Sony. The basic product seems to be OK, at least so far, but the design and firmware implementation leave a lot to be desired. I have encountered 2 primary flaws: (1) The ACE feature is VERY distracting/annoying, yet there is no way to disable it! (2) The Show/Hide channel feature doesn't show any channels above 108, so I can't hide them, and I have to 'wade through' them unnecessarily when I'm manually stepping through the available channels. I contacted Sony tech support via email, but no solution was offered. September 20, 2009
Superior Sony Quality We purchased this Sony TV 15 month's ago, and we think it's the best TV we've ever owned. After years of Magnavox, RCA and Sharp, this little Sony is a refreshing change. It has a superior picture, good, clear sound and easy-to-use controls. After this, we will never own any other TV but another Sony, again. September 6, 2009
Awesome! I managed to grab this TV off a friend new in box and brought it home. The added features inside the menus on the TV make it sore above any other TV. I absolutely LOVE the color reproduction, the sharpness, etc. I wouldn't buy another 26" from any other company. March 7, 2009
Humming speaker I had to returned this TV twice! Wasting my time, gas and money. The hum coming from the speakers was so annoying that it was difficult to watch TV at night. The hum would be louder than the sound at low volume levels. I looked at other stores and the same sound was there. So it is a problem in all 26" m series TV's! So don't waste your money. I'm currently looking at toshiba, those Tv have a better audio than Sony. February 15, 2009
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1. Resolution Limited. See Sony TV and PC manuals.

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Sony, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Engine, BRAVIA Theatre Sync, XBR, DRC, Speed Surf, Live Color Creation, Theatre Sync, x.v.Color, Xross Media Bar and CineMotion are trademarks of Sony. Dolby Digital is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HMDI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

VESA is a trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association Inc.

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

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