Sony KDF-42E2000

Description: The Sony KDF-42E2000 is a 42-inch, rear-projection rear-projection TV.Compared to other rear-projection TVs on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $750.

Pros: With built-in HDTV compatibility, this set can display images that are significantly sharper and more realistic than regular television, as long as the source is high definition.(It can easily render standard-resolution digital TV broadcasts and also depict the full resolution of widescreen DVD video.)

Cons: Has only a 42-inch screen size.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is smaller than the average TV on the market today.

Suitability: A rear-projection TV, suited for home entertainment.Also, a wide aspect display such as this one is well suited for DVD movies recorded in the popular 16:9 format, as well as high definition programming.Can connect to a computer via DVI.

Value: In view of its very inexpensive price, this TV has great features for the money.In fact, you would typically pay around 20% more to get a rear-projection TV having similar viewable size.

Suggestions: (1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, read CNET editors' Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide.(2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, CNET encourages households to recycle their electronics.Please explore the following website to find a recycling center in your area Electronics Take Back Coalition.

Receiving HDTV broadcast: The three common methods to receive HDTV broadcasts are via satellite-TV set-top box, cable system set-top box, and over-the-air reception from a digital HDTV broadcast station.

True HDTV: True HDTV programming is now available in three resolutions: 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.

Tuner options: An HDTV-ready satellite or cable box will act as an outboard HDTV tuner for your digital HDTV or EDTV set that lacks a built-in HD tuner.

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• Manufacturer: Sony
• Part Number: KDF-42E2000

• General

• Product Type 42 in Rear projection TV
• Series GRAND WEGA
• Digital Television Certification HDTV
• Video Interface HDMI, Component, S-Video, Composite
• PC Interface DVI
• Width 39.3 in
• Depth 14.1 in
• Height 28.4 in
• Weight 55.8 lbs

• Display

• Diagonal Size 42 in - Widescreen
• Technology Projection
• Projection Display Technology 3LCD
• Resolution 1280 x 720
• Display Format 720p
• Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
• Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
• Widescreen Modes Zoom, Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, 16:9
• Viewing Angle 130 degrees
• Viewing Angle (Vertical) 60 degrees
• V-Chip Control Yes
• Color Temperature Control Yes
• Additional Features Digital reality creation multifunction, 3:2 pull down compensation, WEGA Engine Picture enhancement technology, Channel labeling

• TV Tuner

• Analog TV Tuner NTSC
• Stereo Reception System MTS
• Secondary Audio Program (SAP) Yes

• Digital TV Tuner

• Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC, 8-VSB

• Video Features

• HDTV Ready Yes
• Input Video Formats 480p, 480i, 1080i, 720p
• Freeze Memo Yes
• Closed Caption Capability Yes

• Remote Control

• Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared
• Features Multi-brand compatibility

• Audio System

• Sound Output Mode Stereo
• Surround Mode Yes
• Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT, Virtual Dolby Surround
• Audio Controls Treble, Bass, Balance
• Speakers Included 2 speakers
• Output Power / Total 24 Watt
• Additional Features SteadySound auto volume
• Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 12 Watt

• Connections

• Connector Type 2 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Side, 4 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side, 1 x Fixed/variable audio output ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Side

• Power

• Power Device Power supply - Internal
• Power AC 120 V
• Power Consumption Operational 200 Watt

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

• Dimensions & Weight Details

• Dimensions & Weight Details TV set - 39.3 in x 14.1 in x 28.4 in x 55.8 lbs

Sony

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.sonystyle.com
• Address: 16765 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA. 92127
• Phone: 1-877-865-SONY
• Email: contact@sel.sony.com
• Fax: 941-768-7790