A Display device that is HD Ready means that it meets a set of requirements needed to show protected High Definition content.Freeview is a free digital UK terrestrial TV service offering over 30 TV channels and 20 radio stations, using the DVB-T standard. With a Freeview enabled TV, you wont need a set top box as the tuner is built in. Freeview is received through your normal rooftop aerial, visit www.freeview.co.uk to check that you can receive it.This premiere surround sound format delivers realistic digital audio via 5.1 discrete channels. The three front channels (Left/Center/Right) deliver crisp, clean dialogue and accurate placement of on-screen sounds, while twin surround channels (Left Surround/Right Surround) wrap around the audience and immerse them in the action. The LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel delivers real impact for explosions and other effects that can, literally, be felt as well as heard.The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, a DVD player, or an A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a Digital TV.1080p HDTV''s deliver more detail, which can enhance the viewing experience for more attentive visual persons, but it takes the right distance from the TV and a fine eye to truly appreciate it. The most important factor is to view the color, how the TV handles black coloring, the contrast, and most importantly, what you will mainly use the TV for before you make a judgment.

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We now have this model with a Gun Metal Grey speaker grille, everything else is the same see KDL40W4710AEP.

If you would like this TV please order KDL40W4710AEP.

From the illuminated logo to the newly introduced Motion Flow 100Hz function, the latest in Sonys KDLW4 series has taken on board the criticisms of its previous incarnations to give you not just one of the best looking sets on the market, but also one of the most technically proficient.

To start with your Xbox, Playstation 3 or Blu-ray player will look amazing on the KDLW4500, as its full 1080p resolution is capable of producing all the intricate details generated by these next generation devices and with three HDMI ports, you can have them all plugged in at once.

Another plus on the Sony is the Motionflow 100hz feature, which doubles the refresh rate of the picture compared to older CRT models and advances the 60Hz produced by most other sets. This means that there is less chance of blurring when watching the big match or a fast moving action scene from the latest Hollywood blockbuster.

Also included is several multimedia ports for displying a number of mediums. There is a A USB 2.0 port that allows you to view JPEG photos or listen to MP3 music through a USB thumbdrive and the pictures from compatible digital cameras or camcorders can be transfered straight to screen via a USB cable.

\you can also access content stored on a wireless hard drive via the DLNA-certified ethernet port as this allows compatible network devices to communicate and stream music and video straight to your screen.

As for picture quality, the KDL40W4500U creates incredibly clear and defined images with a combination of BRAVIA ENGINE 2 picture enhancement technology and Advanced Contrast Enhancer - which all sounds very technical but basically means that Sony have spend a lot of money and time developing in house methods to improve the picture quality given by the already amazing 1920 x 1080 panel. The Bravia function will also let you wirelessly sync other Bravia devices such as Sony Bravia Surround Sound Systems.

So with the KDLW4500U, youre not just getting top end picture quality Youre also getting a multimedia hub that allows you to access anything from pictures to music from the comfort of your armchair.

Specification Overview:

• Sony Bravia 40 Inch 1080P Full HD TV
• Display Format - 1080P (True HD)
• Input Format - 576i, 480p, 576p, 1080i, 720p, 1080p, 24p input
• Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (6.2 Mega Pixels)
• Contrast - 50000:1
• Image Aspect ratio - 16:9
• Brightness - 500cd/m
• Viewing Angle - 178
• Motionflow 100Hz - Yes
• BRAVIA ENGINE 2 - Yes
• 24P True Cinema - Yes
• Picture In Picture - Yes
• Picture & Picture - Yes
• Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) - Yes
• Integrated Freeview - Yes
• Other Features - Clock, Sleep Timer, On/Off Timer (with Clock setting), 1000 page teletext, EPG
• Dolby Digital Plus - Yes
Auto Volume Adjustment - Yes
• Dolby Digital - Yes

Connectivity:

• 1 x PC Input
• 2 x SCART
• 3 x HDMI
• 2 x Component
• 1 x Composite
• 1 x S-Video
• 1 x RF
• 1 x USB 2.0 Input
• 1 x Coaxial Digital Audio

Wall Mounting:

• VESA Compatible - Yes
• Wall Mountable - Yes
• See Recommended Accessories for suitable brackets

Others:

• Dimensions With Stand (W x H x D, cm) - 98.6 x 68.4 x 27.9
• Dimensions Without Stand (W x H x D, cm) - 98.6 x 64.6 x 11.0
• Weight Inc. Stand (kg) - 23
• Weight Without Stand (Kg) - 19.5
• Swivel - Yes
• Colour - Midnight Blue