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Sony FWD-50PX1

Sony FWD-50PX1 50" Plasma TV

Sony 46" KDL46BX420

Sony BRAVIA KDL46BX420 46" HDTV-Ready LCD TV

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$809.99  |  1 store
Product Description
The new FWD-50PX1 plasma display is a stylish 50-inch WXGA 1280 x 768 progressive panel that is ideal for PC and HD content. The display features enhanced image performance, with a... More
The new FWD-50PX1 plasma display is a stylish 50-inch WXGA 1280 x 768 progressive panel that is ideal for PC and HD content. The display features enhanced image performance, with a significant increase compared with earlier models in both brightness (70 percent) and contrast (50 percent). The FWD-50PX1 has optional speakers and a built-in 7W + 7W digital amplifier. This plasma also features additional image retention protection, and optional component/RGB active loop-through, 5-BNC component input and network management card BKM-FW31. Less
Step up to brilliant Full HD 1080p picture quality with BRAVIA BX420 Series HDTVs. Featuring five HD inputs (2 HDMI inputs, 2 component inputs and a PC input), you can easily connect a... More
Step up to brilliant Full HD 1080p picture quality with BRAVIA BX420 Series HDTVs. Featuring five HD inputs (2 HDMI inputs, 2 component inputs and a PC input), you can easily connect a PlayStation3 system, Blu-ray Disc player and PC. There's also an integrated USB input that lets you view photos and listen to music directly on your TV. Additionally this HDTV features LightSensor technology which automatically identifies the brightness of ambient light and adjusts the television brightness precisely. Less
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Key Features   
Aspect Ratio   Standard (4:3) Widescreen (16:9)
Display Resolution   1280 x 768 pixels 1920 x 1080 pixels
Broadcast Format Displayed   720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV) 1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Contrast Ratio   3,000:1 -
Digital TV Standard   - HDTV-Ready Television
Screen Size   50 inch 46 inch
Weight 94.38 lb. 39 lb.
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV LCD TV
Display Capabilities   
Interpolated Aspect Ratio 4:3 Enhanced, 14:9 Enhanced 14:9 Enhanced
Digital TV Standard   - HDTV-Ready - Requires separate receiver to view HDTV signals.
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9 16:9
Built-in Tuner   NTSC • PAL • SECAM NTSC
Broadcast Format Supported   1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV) 1080p (HDTV)
Image Quality   
Pixel Pitch   0.86 mm -
Viewing Angle   160 178
Display Resolution   1280 x 768 pixels 1920 x 1080 pixels
Comb Filter   - 3DYC / 3D Digital
Output Color 1060 million colors -
Adjustable Color Temp.   With Adjustable Color Temperature -
Brightness   1000 cd/m² -
Audio Features   
Audio Type   Stereo Virtual Surround
Speakers   
Number of Speakers 2 Speakers 2 Speakers
Speaker Power 2 x 7 Watt 2 x 8 Watt
Connectors   
Rear Input Connectors - Component x 1 • Composite x 2 • HDMI x 2 • Audio (RCA) x 3 • RF x 1 • D-Sub (RGB PC) x 1
Rear Output Connectors - Audio (RCA) x 1
Technical Features   
Parental Control   - With Parental Control
Picture in Picture   Without PIP -
Remote Control   
Remote Control   Standard Standard
Screen Text   
OSD Languages English • German • French • Italian • Spanish -
Dimensions   
Depth 4.37 in. 3.88 in.
Height 29.6 in. 26.63 in.
Width 49.4 in. 44.13 in.
Weight 94.38 lb. 39 lb.
Warranty   
Overall Warranty 2 Years -
Miscellaneous   
Included Accessories Remote Control Batteries Remote Control • Power Cord
Family Line - Sony BRAVIA KDL
UPC 027242657434 27242816893
Product ID 22470741 107245781
Product MPN   
MPN FWD-50PX1 KDL46BX420
 
Consumer Reviews
Sony FWD-50PX1
Sony FWD-50PX1 50" Plasma TV
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Sony 46" KDL46BX420
Sony BRAVIA KDL46BX420 46" HDTV-Ready LCD TV
$809.99

Product Review Summary

4.7
Based on 3 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

2

Beautiful display

bywdu1492 Mar 28, 2005
7 Helpfuls 8 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Exceptional image display capability.
Cons Input access can be tight once wall mounted.
Recommended it? Yes

I replaced a 30 inch Sony XBR flat panel LCD WEGA TV with this 50 inch Sony FWD-PX1 flat plasma monitor, so I've had the advantage of comparing them closely. The XBR is still in service in the kids' rec room.

The XBR's WEGA engine optimizes all video signals and so you wind up with... Read full review »

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Spectacular picture quality.

byrickcoats Mar 23, 2005
3 Helpfuls 4 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Beautiful picture, clear easy to follow programing, simple operation.
Cons Tricky to wire when wall mounted. Uses commercial cable connections instead of...
Recommended it? Yes

I have been overwhelmed by the quality of the picture of my Sony FWD-50PX1. The stereo sound provided by the Sony speakers purchased seprately is first class also. I wall mounted my unit and struggled somewhat with the actual installation only because this was my first time around. If I were to do... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.3
Based on 3 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Pros
  • Nice Screen (1)
  • Simple Setup (1)
  • Quality Construction (1)
  • Good Value (1)
  • Excellent Picture Quality (1)
Cons
  • None (1)
Good For
  • Home (1)
  • Home Theater (1)
  • Computer (1)
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Consumer Reviews

53

My first flat-screen HDTV...can't say I was missing out on much

bydrunkrusski Nov 28, 2011
16 Helpfuls 17 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros 1080p looks great, auto adjusts for lower signal, several HDMI inputs
Cons the sound does not go up high when going throw cable box
Recommended it? Yes

I have finally decided to purchase a flat-screen HDTV after my old big screen burned out.  I went with Sony, as it is a brand that I always trusted in the past, and can't say that I have had any real issues so far, besides some quirks about learning to deal with a new TV with all the options... Read full review »

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this is a GOOD tv !

bybazooka4 Dec 2, 2011
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros true colors<br>good, real images<br>easy-to-use user interface<br>USB...
Cons price is a bit high<br>requires very delicate handling<br>large, needs...
Recommended it? Yes

after seeing the Sony BRAVIA KDL 46BX420 at the local carrefour store and immediately filling in love with it, I decided to give this awesome tv a review. it's colors are VERY true because of the bravia engine, user interface is simple to use, quality of the image is more than good that you kinda... Read full review »

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