CNET Editor's rating: 8.3 out of 10
Reviewed by
David Katzmaier
Review date: 11/13/06
The good: Produces deep blacks with excellent shadow detail; resolves every line of 1080-resolution sources; incredible amounts of picture control; excellent connectivity with three 1080p-compatible HDMI inputs, dedicated PC input; includes spare lamp.
The bad: Expensive; inaccurate primary colors; disappointing VGA connection.
The bottom line: While the Sony KDS-R60XBR2 has a picture that's essentially identical to its less-expensive SXRD stablemate, the prodigious feature set on this 60-inch HDTV will attract buyers who must have it all.
Description:
The Sony KDS-R60XBR2 is a 60-inch, rear-projection rear-projection TV.
Compared to other rear-projection TVs on the market, it is midpriced at around $2,275.
Pros:
Has a 1920 x 1080 Resolution.
This is more favorable than the average TV on the market today, but is to be expected for a TV of this price.
Furthermore, this TV supports multi-channel viewing (PIP), note: a single-tuner PIP TV requires an external signal source, which may be an external tuner such as VCR, DVD player, or a cable box with composite video outputs.
With HDTV compatibility, this product can display images that are sharper and more realistic than regular television when connected to a high definition signal.
Cons:
None noted, given available product data.
Suitability:
A rear-projection TV, suited for home theater.
In general, a wide aspect TV such as this one is ideal for DVD movies recorded in the popular 16:9 format, as well as high definition programming.
Can connect to a computer via VGA (HD-15).
Value:
In general, this TV's features seem a bit weak for its price, compared to most other TVs.
Suggestions:
(1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, read CNET editors' <ref type="link" url="http://cnet.com/hdtv-world/?tag=arw">Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide.
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(2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, CNET encourages households to recycle their electronics.
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Electronics Take Back Coalition
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Clock,
Energy save,
On/off timer,
Auto power on,
Auto power off,
On-screen menu,
Gamma correction,
Black level expander,
Live Colour Creation,
Video noise reduction,
3:2 pull down compensation,
WEGA Engine Picture enhancement technology
TV Tuner
Multi-channel Preview
Picture-and-picture (PAP)
Stereo Reception System
MTS
Digital TV Tuner
Digital TV Tuner
QAM,
ATSC,
8-VSB
Video Features
HDTV Ready
Yes
Analog Video Input Signals
NTSC
Input Video Formats
1080p
Memory Card Reader
Supported Flash Memory Cards
Memory Stick
Remote Control
Remote Control
Remote control - Infrared
Audio System
Sound Output Mode
Stereo
Surround Mode
Yes
Sound Effects
SRS TruSurround XT
Audio Controls
Bass,
Treble,
Balance,
Sound mode
Additional Features
Mute button,
Bass & treble control
Connections
Connector Type
5 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear,
1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Front,
1 x Audio output ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear,
1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Front,
2 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Rear,
2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear,
2 x Control S - Rear,
1 x Digital audio output (optical) - Rear,
2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear,
1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Front,
1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear,
1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear,
1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Rear
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