Features - Sony WEGA KDE42XBR950, KDE50XBR950, KDE55XBR950, KDE61XBR950 Operating Instructions Manual

Features

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Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:
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Integrated HDTV: You can watch digital television programs and
enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs.
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WEGA Engine : Delivers superb picture quality from any video
source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to-
analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. This engine
features unique Sony technology, including:
• The first step in the digital processing system, Composite
Component Processor2 (CCP2), which enhances input signal to
noise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing;
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• DRC (Digital Reality Creation)-MF V1: Unlike conventional line
doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal's NTSC
waveform with the near-HD equivalent by digital mapping
processing. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of
detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity) to create up to three custom
palettes.
• Multi-Image Driver (MID
programs side by side (Twin View
two different sources (1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i) simultaneously.
Only the left Twin View window can display 1080i, 720p, and 480p
sources.
• Newly developed PDP driver IC: Achieves high-precision gamma
characteristics, using Sony's unique digital technology. Fine
gradation of dark scenes, which is not possible with conventional
PDP, is realized by greatly enhancing resolution in the low brightness
range.
s BN Smoother™: Reduces the block noise caused by digital video
encoding and decoding process.
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s CineMotion : Provides an optimized display by automatically
detecting film content and applying a reverse 3/2 pulldown process.
Moving pictures will appear clearer and more natural-looking.
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Wide Screen Mode: Watch conventional 4:3 aspect ratio broadcasts in
wide screen (16:9) mode.
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Favorite Channels: Allows you to preview and select from 16 of your
favorite channels.
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Steady Sound : Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output
between programs and commercials.
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Memory Stick Viewer: Allows you to view on your TV screen digital
images (JPEG) and movies (MPEG1) with background music (MP3)
that are stored on Memory Stick media.
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Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p
and 480i), and digital set-top box (1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i)
connections.
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-XU): Allows you to watch two
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