Internet-Ready Television

Internet-ready TVs use your broadband connection to deliver dynamic content, whether it’s streaming video from Netflix, new music from Pandora, or a quick glance at today’s weather forecast.

Although there is overlap, each manufacturer offers a unique bundle of free or paid services, including streaming video and music, social networking apps, online photo galleries, news and financial updates, weather info, sports scores, and a variety of other smartphone-like applications.

Manufacturers continue to add new content to their offerings, keeping customers current through firmware updates, and making a bit of research a prudent step in your buying decision.

Learn more about Internet TVs, how they work, what services are offered by different manufacturers, and exactly what you’ll need to get started at our Internet TV 101 customer center.

(December 2010)

With its sleek and stylish design, the Sony Internet TV redefines the way a TV looks. And with the debut of the Google TV platform, it redefines what your television can do. Search the entire web, TV listings and apps to find exactly what you’re looking for. Watch TV, browse the Internet, or do both simultaneously on the same screen.

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Television, Meet Internet

Access more entertainment than ever. Presenting Sony Internet TV, powered by Google TV. Search the entire web, TV listings and apps to find exactly what you’re looking for. Watch TV, browse the Internet, or do both at the same time on the same screen. Plus, finding your favorite content is a breeze thanks to the included, intuitive handheld keypad with mouse. Now you can watch the game while tracking your fantasy team, tweet about the TV show you’re watching, or update your Facebook status while viewing TV.

Google TV Built-in

Google TV delivers a new experience by bringing the TV and internet together. Using your existing cable or satellite service and at no additional cost, Google TV gives you access to more entertainment options and simplifies the process of finding what you’re looking for. Plus, you can enjoy both TV and web content at the same time, on the same screen.

Automatic upgrades from the powerful Google TV platform ensure that your Sony Internet TV is up-to-date, and you can access thousands of downloadable applications from the library of Android Apps, for new content and capabilities (available early 2011).

Personalize your TV experience with downloadable applications such as:

• Twitter: Keep in touch with people and get real-time updates.
• Napster: MP3 downloads and unlimited on-demand music streaming.
• Pandora: Free, personalized internet radio playing only the music you love.
• Netflix: Instantly watch Hollywood movies and thousands of TV episodes.
• Android Market: Coming in 2011, you will have access to thousands of applications from the library of Android Apps.
• NBA: Check stats while you watch the game. See standings, video highlights and more

Use the intuitive handheld keypad for easy navigation of Internet features.

Google TV delivers a new experience by bringing the TV and internet together.

Provides nearly unlimited access to all areas of the Internet via a browser.

Intuitive Handheld Keypad

Use the intuitive handheld keypad for easy navigation of Internet features. An optical finger sensor offers control the mouse pointer, scrolling, zooming in on images, and more; and a a full QWERTY keyboard is provided for entering text.

Search Across TV & Internet

Whatever you’re searching for, Sony Internet TV will help you find it on TV or the Internet. Whether you’re looking for a channel, show, or website, spend less time searching and more time watching.

Intel Processing and Built-In Wi-Fi

Intel provides the processing power for world-class HD video, audio and advanced graphics. This TV also features built-in wi-fi, to make your network connection even easier.

Link to Select Mobile Phones

Add your mobile phone to the Google TV experience. Using your existing Android phone or iPhone as an additional remote control, search content with voice navigation, or share web content between the phone and TV.

Surf the Web While Watching TV

Navigate between websites and television channels or enjoy both at the same time, on the same screen, with Dual View–check your favorite team’s stats while watching the game, or tweet about the movie you are watching.

USB and Home Network Connectivity

Share your home videos or photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite music. Simply connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to your HDTV’s USB input.

You can also enjoy content over your home network via devices supporting UPnP (video/music/photo) or DLNA (photo only), such as computers or network storage devices.

Dependable Sony Television Features

Regardless of what’s on the inside, at the end of the day you’re investing a television. This one delivers full HD display resolution with ultra-efficient Edge LED backlighting. 24p True Cinema allows for viewing video at the intended 24 fps (frames per second) picture quality when using Blu-Ray Disc players, Sony PlayStation 3, or other 24fps sources; and built-in 1080p upscaling converts lower-resolution sources to HD images.

On the energy efficiency front, Sony HDTVs exceed Energy Star 3.0 requirement. In addition, they incorporate advanced power saving features such as Light Sensor technology that adjusts backlight intensity based on ambient room lighting conditions and Dynamic Backlight Control that adjusts backlight intensity based on the brightness of the image on the screen.

Finally, Sony doesn’t skimp on the inputs, with four HDMI connections, component/composite connections for those older devices, four separate USB ports, and more.

NSX-40GT1 Select Specifications

What’s in the Box

Sony NSX-40GT1 40-Inch Internet HDTV, Keypad With Batteries, IR Blaster Cable, AC Power Cable, Table-Top Stand, Cable Cover, Installation Screws, Documentation

Audio-Technica’s AT-LP120 direct-drive, high-torque professional turntable is perfect for DJs and other music enthusiasts, especially in an era that many would call “postvinyl,” when it’s no longer the norm for audio/video receivers or even integrated amplifiers to offer a dedicated phono input. A selectable internal stereo phono preamplifier lets you plug the turntable directly into any line-level input, even your PC’s (when used with a stereo RCA to minijack “Y” adapter cable, not included). Alternately, you can use the player’s phono output and an outboard, higher-quality phono preamplifier for even better sound quality.

The Audio-Technica AT-LP120 professional turntable (see larger image).

The AT-LP120′s S-shaped tone arm assembly comes with an adjustable counterweight, an antiskate adjustment, a tone-arm height adjustment and lock, a tone-arm lift with hydraulic action and lift lever, and a tone-arm rest with a locking mechanism to keep the arm stable during transport.

The turntable uses a DC servo motor to maintain accurate rotational speed at either 33-1/3 45, or 78 rpm, governed by a selectable, high-accuracy quartz-controlled pitch lock–all of which gives new life to 7- and 12-inch singles you may not have played for years.

Unleash your inner DJ with the ‘table’s pitch-adjustment feature, with variations ranging from either +/-10 percent or +/-20 percent. A pop-up stylus target light and stroboscopic platter speed indicator offer visual assistance in queuing and playing your favorite tunes. Forward and reverse play options unlock countless creative doors (and haven’t you always wondered what Prince is saying at the end of “Darling Nikki”?).

The ‘table comes with a cast-aluminum record platter, a slip mat, and a professional cartridge and headshell (model ATP-2) that plugs directly into the tone arm. Adjustable, antivibrational feet keep the platter level, regardless of your environs.

A start/stop button with remote start/stop input lets you integrate the player with your more sophisticated DJ tools. The player also includes a 45 rpm adapter with storage receptacle for the adapter and for a surplus or replacement headshell (sold separately).

What’s in the Box

Turntable, removable hinged dust cover, slip mat, headshell/cartridge (ATP-2), AC power cord, 45 rpm adapter, and a user’s manual.

Designed to deliver dazzling Full HD 1080p resolution, this 55-inch BRAVIA NX810 Series HDTV (model KDL55NX810) features advanced dynamic LED backlighting technology for incredibly high contrast levels, deep blacks and bright whites. And get ready for a three-dimensional revolution in your living room with the NX810′s 3D capabilities. Just add the optional Sony sync transmitter and active glasses to experience movies and video games in 3D like never before Full HD 1080p, or convert 2D to 3D with a push of a button on your remote.

The NX810 boasts a Dynamic LED backlight with full array local dimming.

 

Bravia Engine 3 (on right) produces a sharp, vibrant picture.

 

OptiContrast panel (on right) produces on-screen images that appear to float on top of the glass.

 

Integrated BRAVIA Internet Video.

All 3D BRAVIA TVs are supported by a rapidly increasing variety of 3D content, including the latest Hollywood movies on Blu-ray 3D disc; sport, music, natural history and entertainment from new 3D cable and satellite channels; even 3D games such as WipEout HD and MotorStorm Pacific Rift for the PlayStation3.

Enjoy incredible contrast and sharp, vibrant images with the Dynamic Edge LED backlight plus see smooth motion detail during fast-action scenes with the Motionflow PRO 240Hz technology. Edge LED-backlit HDTVs are also more as they consume less power than conventional LCD televisions and contain no mercury. Additionally, the BRAVIA Engine 3 video processor produces superior, life-like image with amazing contrast and color.

Experience an innovative, monolithic design via the OptiContrast panel. As you watch, the on-screen images appear to float on top of the glass. Turn the set off, and the picture seemingly fades away. To ensure nothing distracts your viewing experience, the OptiContrast panel also improves picture accuracy while reducing glare and reflection.

This NX810 HDTV also offers integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking, enabling you to connect to a wide range of streaming video sites–including Netflix and Crackle–as well as widgets to get headline news and updates from Facebook and Twitter. You can also stream content directly from your compatible PC to this DLNA Certified HDTV. Other features include 5 HD inputs (4 HDMI, 1 component), a USB port for photo, music, and video playback on the TV, an Ethernet port (for wired networking), and VESA compliant wall mounts.

See a comparison of all Sony HDTV models below.

Key Features

Full HD 1080p Resolution: Experience Full HD 1080p picture quality, the highest at-home resolution, and take full advantage of HD sources like a Blu-ray Disc Player or PlayStation3 gaming console via the 16:9 wide screen panel (1920 x 1080).

Dynamic Edge LED backlight: Experience incredible contrast in a slim design with Dynamic Edge LED backlight technology.

3D in Full HD: Enjoy an immersive, realistic movie and gaming experience in Full HD 1080p using Sony’s 3D accessories (3D sync transmitter and 3D active glasses, both sold separately) and connecting a compatible 3D Blu-ray Disc Player or PlayStation3 gaming console. Convert standard 2D personal content into 3D with the push of a button on your remote.

Motionflow PRO 240Hz Technology: Experience smoother motion detail and clarity with Motionflow PRO 240Hz technology. Motionflow PRO 240Hz technology increases the frame rate and applies Image Blur reduction to deliver a crisp, fluid viewing experience during fast-action scenes.

Built-In Wi-Fi: Enjoy the convenience of built-in wireless connectivity (Wireless-N; 802.11b/g/n) to your home entertainment network and make accessing your online entertainment–including movies, photos, music, videos and more–even easier.

BRAVIA Internet Video: Instantly stream a wide variety of movies, TV episodes, videos and music from a large selection of entertainment apps including: Netflix, YouTube, Slacker, and more. (Learn More)

BRAVIA Internet Widgets: Personalize your viewing experience by adding information apps to your screen so you can instantly access the latest local news, weather, sports headlines, as well as Twitter and Facebook updates.

BRAVIA Engine 3: Enjoy Sony’s most advanced processing system for superior image detail, exceptionally vibrant, life-like images, reduced noise and optimized contrast and color with the BRAVIA Engine 3 fully digital processor.

LightSensor Technology: Automatically increase or decrease the level of brightness of your TV’s backlight based on a room’s lighting conditions with the integrated LightSensor technology. Dim the lights to watch a movie and the sensor dims the backlight, which also helps reduce unnecessary power consumption.

24p True Cinema: Movies consist of 24 images per second, and cannot be faithfully reproduced on conventional televisions, resulting in unnatural, jerky movements. But 24p True Cinema displays the 24 progressive images as they should be, in the same sequence as the original film source. Now, you can recreate the visual clarity of cinema-quality movies in the comfort of your own home.

USB Input: Share your photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite music. Simply connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to your HDTV’s USB input.

OptiContrast Panel: Enjoy improved picture accuracy and deeper blacks with the OptiContrast panel technology when you are watching.

Energy Saving Switch: Eliminate standby power consumption without having to unplug your TV. Simply turn the Energy Saving Switch to off position and the TV no longer draws energy from the power source.

Key Specifications

• Screen size: 55 inches
• CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology: Yes
• 24p True Cinema Technology: Yes
• 3D Comb Filter: Yes
• TV Guide On-Screen: Yes
• Deep Color: Yes
• Live Color Technology: Yes
• Auto Picture Setting w/ HDMI: Cinema, Sport, Music, Photo, Graphics, Game
• Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Custom, Cinema, Game-Standard, Game-Original, Sports, Graphics, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom
• Speakers: 2x 10W (20 watts of total power)
• 5.1 Channel Audio Out: Yes
• Dolby: Dolby Digital
• USB Application(s) : Photo Viewer (jpeg), Photo Viewer (RAW), Music Player (mp3), Video Player (AVCHD), Video Player (AVC), Video Player (MPEG4)
• Wireless LAN: Integrated (802.11b/g/n)
• Tuners: ATSC, NTSC, Clear QAM
• VESA wall mounting pattern: 300 x 300
• Warranty: 1 year labor and parts
• Energy Star compliant: Exceeds Energy Star version 4.0

Dimensions

• TV with stand: 50.25 x 31.5 x 12.75 inches (WxHxD); 71 pounds
• TV without stand: 50.25 x 30.4 x 1.4 inches (WxHxD); 59.3 pounds
• What size TV should you get?

Connections

• HDMI: 4 (2 side, 2 rear; HDMI PC input capability)
• Component: 1 (side)
• Composite A/V: 2 (1 side, 1 rear shared with component)
• Ethernet: 1
• RF: 1 (rear)
• USB 2.0: 1 (side)
• PC input (15-pin, D-Sub): 1 (side)
• Analog audio inputs: 3 (2 side, 1 rear)
• Digital audio output: 1 optical

What’s in the Box

BRAVIA NX810 Series HDTV, remote control (with batteries), AC power cord, table top stand, operating instructions

Learn More

Bravia Internet Video

Have your favorite internet content delivered to your TV screen with BRAVIA Internet Video. Stream movies, videos, music and more with BRAVIA Internet Video from a wide variety of sources and services, including:

	Amazon Video on Demand provides instant access to over 50,000 hit movies and TV shows directly on your Sony BRAVIA HDTV. Watch new release movies as soon as they’re on DVD and TV shows the day after they air, with thousands of titles available in HD–all commercial free.
	Netflix: Instantly watch thousands of TV episodes and movies streamed from Netflix right to your Sony BRAVIA HDTV–watch as much as you want, any time you want. (Netflix unlimited membership required for Netflix feature functionality.)
	Crackle: The next-generation video entertainment network with hundreds of movies, TV shows, and original series from the vast Sony Pictures library.
	Pandora Internet Radio: Free, personalized internet radio playing only music you love. Pandora brings an effortless personal soundtrack into your living room. Enter your favorite artists and enjoy stations created just for you. Rate songs as they play, because Pandora caters to your tastes and adapts stations to your feedback on the spot.

Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

Sony HDTV Comparison

Series:	BX300	EX308	EX400	EX40B	EX500	EX600	EX710	HX800	NX700	NX810
Models:	32″	22″	32″, 40″	32″, 40″	32″, 40″, 46″, 55″, 60″	32″, 40″, 46″	32″, 40″, 46″, 55″	40″, 46″, 55″	40″, 46″	46″, 55″, 60″
Panel type	LCD (CCFL)	LCD (CCFL)	LCD (CCFL)	LCD (CCFL)	LCD (CCFL)	Edge LED	Edge LED	Dynamic Edge LED	Edge LED	Dynamic Edge LED
HD 720p			—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Full HD 1080p	—	—
3D ready	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	Yes	—	Yes
Video processing	Engine 2	Engine 3	Engine 2	Engine 3	Engine 2	Engine 2	Engine 3	Engine 3	Engine 3	Engine 3
Motionflow	—	—	—	—	120Hz	—	120Hz	240Hz	120Hz	240Hz
Ambient Sensor	—								—	—
Lightsensor	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Internet Video	—	Ready	—	Ready	—	—			Ready
Internet Widgets	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
DLNA	—		—		—	—
Wireless LAN	—	Ready (w/ dongle)	—	Ready	—	—	Ready	Ready	Integrated	Integrated
Ethernet	—		—		—	—
Blu-ray Disc Player	—	—	—		—	—	—	—	—	—
HDMI	2	4	4	3	4	4	4	4	4	4
Component (Y/Pb/Pr)	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	1	1
Composite A/V	1	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Digital audio output	Optical	Optical	Optical	Optical	Optical	Optical	Optical	Optical	Optical	Optical
PC (DSub)	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
HDMI PC input
USB 2.0 port	1 (svc only)	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
MP3 playback	—
JPEG playback	—
MPEG 1/2 video playback	—	—		—			—	—	—	—
MPEG 4/AVCHD video playback	—		—		—	—
TV Guide onscreen	—		—		—	—