Sony KDS-R60XBR2 Review | ZDNet: Reviews

Reviews of the Sony KDS-R60XBR2

8.3

CNET Review

November 13, 2006

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.

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8.5

alaTest.com

By alaTest | July 5, 2009

Review Summary: Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 87/100. Comparing these reviews to 181089 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 85/100 = Very Good.

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No Rating

hdtv-news.co.uk

By Franz Bicar | August 31, 2007

Review Summary: The feature-packed Sony KDS-R60XBR2 is a pricey piece of equipment. Yet, with its full features and performance, there is no doubt that this TV is one of the best in the market. The televisions has Sony's SXRD light engine, which provides full 1,920x1 ...

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No Rating

ultimateavmag.com

By Randy Tomlinson | December 1, 2006

Review Summary: Sony's rear-projection 1080p SXRD sets really lit a fire under the HDTV market last year. Using Sony's dynamic iris system, these RPTVs produced deep blacks and stunning contrast like never before for a non-CRT "microdisplay". No other RPTV could ...

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No Rating

pcmag.com

Review Summary: Not yet reviewed by editors.

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Manufacturer: Sony

Part number: KDS-R60XBR2

General

Product Type 60 in Rear projection TV
Series GRAND WEGA SXRD XBR
Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Component, Composite
PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
Width 65.7 in
Depth 20.2 in
Height 40.2 in
Weight 112.4 lbs

Display

Diagonal Size 60 in - Widescreen
Technology Projection
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Widescreen Modes 16:9, Full, Zoom, Normal, Wide Zoom, Conventional 4:3
Pixel Response Time 2.5 ms
Comb Filter 3D digital
Additional Features 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
Slot Provided 1 x CableCARD, 1 x Memory Stick