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Official Sony KDL-XXZ4100 Owner's Thread

post #1 of 3520
6/5/08 at 5:43pm
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**Last Updated: June 05, 2008**

This first post will be regularly updated and contain a summary of information regarding these TVs. So, if you want to know what's happening in this thread, check this post first.


Note: There should be alot of activity in this thread starting tonight and tomorrow. We have a member that has posted pics of his Z series that he received today in another thread and I will get him over here ASAP. I am also expecting to take delivery of mine tomorrow afternoon and will be posting my first impressions and images as well tomorrow.



Available Sizes:
KDL-40Z4100
KDL-46Z4100


Features:
Full HD 1080p
DMex
BRAVIA® Engine 2
Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE)
DLNA
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
10-bit Processor and 10-bit Panel
BRAVIA® Sync Technology


Audio:
Dolby® Digital
S-Force® Front
Steady Sound® Automatic Volume Control
Voice Zoom

Dimensions and Weights:

KDL-40Z4100
Dimensions (Approx.) : 37.3 x 25.8 x 11 in (944 x 654 x 279mm) with pedestal; 37.3 x 24 x 2.9 in (944 x 608 x 72mm) without pedestal

Weight (Approx.) : 48 lbs. (21.5kg) with pedestal; 40 lbs. (18kg) without pedestal

KDL-46Z4100
Dimensions (Approx.) : 42.5 x 29 x 12.1 in (1079 x 734 x 307mm) with pedestal; 42.5 x 27.1 x 3 in (1079 x 686 x 74mm) without pedestal

Weight (Approx.) : 58 lbs. (26kg) with pedestal; 49 lbs. (22kg) without pedestal
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post #2 of 3520
6/5/08 at 5:58pm
Any difference between these two sets other than looks?? They appear identical to me!

Is there ANY Non-Cosmetic Difference Btw 46" Z and 46" XBR6
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post #3 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:08pm
theres already an official thread on the Z but oh well, this one has pics
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post #4 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:09pm
Thanks Soap! Now let's get some impressions posted over the next few days with various content.

Oh yeah, and try and leave the flash off when taking pics

Soap, did you get the silver bezel or black? I really want to see the black version.

Brandon
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post #5 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:20pm
I've only had the TV for a couple of hours, but so far, I'm extremely happy! The slim silver bezel looks great! The remote also looks and feels good. The panel is pretty impressive. It has great black levels and contrast. The free running scene of Casino Royale looked really good. The colors really popped off the screen. Some of it looked a little too real and not movie-like. Turning off the motion enhancer seemed to help this.

Here are some of the pictures that I've taken of the TV. I haven't done any calibration or adjusted any of the settings. It's straight out of the box.










Here are two videos I took running Fudoh's test:
MOV00017.mpg (4.2 MB)
MOV00018.mpg (9.6 MB)
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post #6 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:24pm
hey todbot have you noticed the autodimming in black scenes/ movie credits that was reported on the W series?
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post #7 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:32pm
Wow that looks amazing. I can't wait to get my 40" Z.
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post #8 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:32pm
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Originally Posted by bplewis24 View Post

Thanks Soap! Now let's get some impressions posted over the next few days with various content.

Oh yeah, and try and leave the flash off when taking pics

Soap, did you get the silver bezel or black? I really want to see the black version.

Brandon

I got the black bezel...
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post #9 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:33pm
Woo hoo..... My TV died a week ago and I've been holding out for first impressions of this model! Keep 'em coming! Todbot, did you order dirrectly through SonyStyle?
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post #10 of 3520
6/5/08 at 6:48pm
Thanks for the pics and info.

Best looking and best all round package LCD yet IMO.

Hope the performance stacks up esp motion and dimming/uniformity.
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post #11 of 3520
6/5/08 at 7:07pm
Does anyone know whether the Z4100 have WCG-CCFL backlighting?
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post #12 of 3520
6/5/08 at 7:16pm
Does the backlight auto dim even when ACE is turned off? It's a behavior that the v4100 & w4100 do.. :-(
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post #13 of 3520
6/5/08 at 8:20pm
This is a better-looking design than the XBR6/7/8 imho. Any word on availability in Canada yet?
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post #14 of 3520
6/5/08 at 8:27pm
man thats sweet as hell!!!!

This thread got me wondering if i should just return my w4100 n put in da extra $400 for the Z. That silver panel, SWEETTTT!
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post #15 of 3520
6/5/08 at 8:55pm
Tod have you tried any games/game mode yet?I almost pulled the trigger last night on the 52A650 but have bean waiting to see how the Z4100 handles games/input lag.
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post #16 of 3520
6/5/08 at 9:21pm
Those pics look fantastic, if only I had the money.
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post #17 of 3520
6/5/08 at 10:04pm
I pre-ordered mine from ABT along with the sony bravia home theater system that has the wireless speakers. They should be getting them in around the 13th. I can't wait!! Bought a PS3 off ebay which will be in soon, and will be getting the DirecTV HD DVR. I'll be setup then!
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post #18 of 3520
6/5/08 at 10:29pm
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Originally Posted by vtec2nr View Post

Woo hoo..... My TV died a week ago and I've been holding out for first impressions of this model! Keep 'em coming! Todbot, did you order dirrectly through SonyStyle?

I ordered directly through sonystyle. I saw it become avaialble on Monday night, so I ordered. It shipped Tuesday from LA. Reached SF Wednesday morning. Delivered to me this afternoon.

I'll check the game mode w/Rock Band tomorrow.

Todd
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post #19 of 3520
6/5/08 at 10:55pm
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Originally Posted by TodboT View Post

I'll check the game mode w/Rock Band tomorrow.

Todd

Try it without game mode first. Then go into game mode. I've never had to use game mode with my XBR because there isn't any lag with it.

Brandon
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post #20 of 3520
6/6/08 at 12:18am
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Originally Posted by TodboT View Post

I ordered directly through sonystyle. I saw it become avaialble on Monday night, so I ordered. It shipped Tuesday from LA. Reached SF Wednesday morning. Delivered to me this afternoon.

I'll check the game mode w/Rock Band tomorrow.

Todd

can u check for stutter with cinemotion on? thanks
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post #21 of 3520
6/6/08 at 12:41am
I really like the silver bezel. My Sharps have silver bezels and actually prefer them over glossy black. And for the hole issue? When its on the wall you'll just have to see if it bothers you? But I'll bet you won't notice it and if it does bother anyone, black electrical tape across the back of the glass should cover it. But when its hung on the wall you'll just have to see.

Looks like a great set from the pics in this thread and the biggest plus for this set its "MATTE"!!! Thanks to Sony for not going down the "glossy road"!!!
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post #22 of 3520
6/6/08 at 2:44am
WOO HOO!! This TV is finally out. I want to see how this TV compares to the A750. I'm either going to get the A650 or the Z4100. Hopefully the Z4100 is better if not I will get the A750.
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post #23 of 3520
6/6/08 at 5:52am
TodBot how much did the 40 Z cost?
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post #24 of 3520
6/6/08 at 5:56am
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If he ordered it from sonystyle.com as he states he would have paid what I paid which was $2,799.99
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post #25 of 3520
6/6/08 at 6:08am
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Originally Posted by Soap View Post

If he ordered it from sonystyle.com as he states he would have paid what I paid which was $2,799.99

For a 46" (plus sales tax but free shipping until June 24)! Ouch...
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post #26 of 3520
6/6/08 at 6:21am
I'm interested in getting the 40-inch one, but I kind of hope to get mine from Best Buy (June's my birthday, and I can get triple Reward Zone points on a June purchase). But in the meantime, I will settle for reading everyone's reviews of this model.
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post #27 of 3520
6/6/08 at 6:23am
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Originally Posted by fordcjmt View Post

Does anyone know whether the Z4100 have WCG-CCFL backlighting?

yep it has it
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post #28 of 3520
6/6/08 at 6:44am
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Originally Posted by fordcjmt View Post

Does anyone know whether the Z4100 have WCG-CCFL backlighting?

Can someone explain what this is? And please explain it's advantages over what the S, V and W series have (I assume they have something different). Thanks.
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post #29 of 3520
6/6/08 at 6:59am
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Originally Posted by taurus2007 View Post

For a 46" (plus sales tax but free shipping until June 24)! Ouch...

It's just money...
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post #30 of 3520
6/6/08 at 7:13am
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Originally Posted by Soap View Post

It's just money...

Yes, it's just money and you cannot take it with you when you're gone but you still need to be financial responsible.
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