| Specifications: This is a full-HD LCD HDTV model that | | | | also pretty thin, making the screen appear much larger |
| can display videos at a 1920 x 1080 resolution (1080p). | | | | than it really is. It rests on a non-swivel, black and |
| The Sony BRAVIA KDL-52XBR9 has a 52-inch LCD | | | | glossy stand. |
| TFT screen. Underneath the screen, there are 2 | | | | Features & Performance: Like most high-end |
| hidden speakers that produce a total of 20 watts in | | | | models, the Sony BRAVIA KDL-52XBR9 comes with |
| audio power. There are also some pretty cool audio | | | | a wide array of color and picture settings. When |
| features such as auto volume adjustment and voice | | | | connected to the internet, the LCD can access online |
| zoom. This model comes with an array of standard | | | | content such as streaming videos (YouTube and other |
| connectors including 4 HDMI ports and 2 USB ports. | | | | services), Yahoo Widgets and other online multimedia. |
| Unlike many other LCD HDTVs, most of the | | | | The black levels on this model were very dark for a |
| connectors are located on the side of the device, | | | | LCD TV. Thanks to the 240Hz refresher rate, |
| giving them easier access when connecting to other | | | | fast-moving video sequences were smooth and |
| devices. | | | | flawless. The colors were generally very accurate and |
| Design: Overall, the Sony BRAVIA KDL-52XBR9 has | | | | it also played standard-definition videos well. Due to the |
| a pretty good design. It has an black glossy frame that | | | | matte screen surface, it reflected very little light (if any |
| is skirted by a layer of transparent plastic. I personally | | | | at all) in bright lighting. It is also very energy efficient (it is |
| think that televisions should have subtle designs so that | | | | EPA Energy Star compliant), using just an average of |
| the design would withstand the test of time and this | | | | $51.17 in energy annually. |
| model has just that. The frame around the screen is | | | | |