Geared for rendering pristine images from standard- and high-definition sources, the 26-inch KLV-26HG2 LCD television is armed with Sony's WEGA engine and a host of sophisticated video technologies. The screen is configured in a widescreen, 16:9 aspect ratio to match the dimension of most movies and HDTV broadcasts. The image generated is bigger than you might think--to get a widescreen image this size using a standard, 4:3 aspect-ratio TV, you'd need a 28-inch diagonal set that would stand at least 5 inches taller. The KLV-26HG2 offers 1,280 x 768 native pixel resolution, compatibility with 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i HDTV signals, high brightness (450 cd/m2), and a lightning-quick 16 ms response time--perfect for fast-changing programs like action films and sports events. The set's slimline design uses an aluminum facade and stylish side speakers. SRS WOW audio effect brings life to low and mid frequencies through the set's two 4-watt speakers.
LCD screens offer a number of benefits over CRT monitors and televisions, including general ease of use, freedom from eye strain (no screen flickering or radiation emissions), quiet operation (no high-pitch "flyback" noise, an issue with CRT TVs), accurate image geometry (no curvature distortion or susceptibility to magnetic interference from, say, speakers), long screen life (60,000 lamp hours and no risk of image burn-in), space savings, and light weight/easy positioning.
The KLV-26HG2 performs 3:2 pulldown detection and reversal, a handy feature for watching progressive-scan movie programs in their native 24-frame format. Digital video mastering introduces a common distortion when adjusting 24 frames-per-second movies to 30 fps video; 3:2 pulldown digitally corrects this distortion, removing the redundant information to display a film-frame-accurate picture.
Sony's Digital Reality Creation Circuitry grants amazing picture resolution while proprietary Direct Digital II Circuitry increases a video signal's signal-to-noise ratio before it reaches the DRC circuit, ensuring rich, natural-looking images from any source. A Memory Stick media slot with JPEG/MPEG-1 compatibility simplifies playback of video clips and still pictures from compatible cameras. This means you'll enjoy effortless interaction with other Memory Stick products such as digital still cameras, digital camcorders, and Sony VAIO PCs.
Sony's LCD panel driver ensures smooth, clear video by improving the response time in the middle luminance range, significantly reducing "afterimage" in motion pictures. Finally, Channel Fix lets you select a specific TV channel (3, for example) for cable box reception. Then you can control a compatible cable box via the TV remote without inadvertently changing the TV from Channel 3.
Connections include a high-definition-compatible component-video input, a direct digital DVI-HDTV (digital visual interface) input for use with a DTV set-top box, 2 each composite- and S-video inputs (1 each on the front panel for ready connection to a camcorder or gaming console), and an RF coaxial input for hookup with an older VCR, cable box, or antenna.
What's in the Box
TV, operating instructions, remote control (RM-Y1105), 2 AA batteries (for remote), AC power cord, registration card, warranty card, a table-top stand, and a 75 ohm coaxial cable.
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