A:AnswerThe truth is that it's technically impossible to get better than 60hz from your tv because our electrical grid is on a 60hz structure. So when a tv says it's anything other than that they are enhancing the appearance of the native picture. That being said, I believe Sony's technique to be the best executed enhancement. Here's an explanation pulled from the bestbuy website:
Today, a growing number of HDTVs offer a refresh rate of 120Hz. These televisions can refresh images at twice the rate of 60Hz HDTVs and, when coupled with advanced processing, can help produce a picture with smoother, more natural motion.
Sony Motionflow
To achieve 120Hz, some manufacturers employ black frame insertion. Since 120Hz is double the refresh rate of 60Hz, they simply add a black frame in between the original frames. The resulting picture, while 120Hz, may appear dimmer as a result of every other frame being black.
Others use something called scanning backlight, which divides one frame into two. If you were to look at one of these divided frames only, it might appear as if you're viewing the image through bars. Basically, it breaks the image in two at a speed your eyes can't detect, allowing the HDTV to display with a refresh rate of 120Hz.
Sony Motionflow
Sony, however, employs the temporal frame interpolation method in its advanced Motionflow 120Hz and 240Hz technology. Instead of just inserting black frames or stretching out single frames into multiple frames, Motionflow technology uses a unique Sony algorithm that analyzes objects, speeds and movement in individual frames for just about any video content. It then creates new images based on that data and inserts them between existing frames.
This doubles (120Hz) or quadruples (240Hz) the number of full video images displayed on the screen per second, resulting in far more natural motion and a greatly improved picture.
A:AnswerNo it is a "dumb" tv. But you can hook up wireless devices to it. Like Roku or Apple tv etc. I prefer the dumb tv's. They generally operate all of their tasks faster like turning on because they are not booting up software. Plus their is less to break. I had a roku die on me and just bought another one. If your wirelss dies on your tv you either buy a new tv or get it repaired and good luck with that. I love dumb tv's.
A:AnswerYou asked what it sounds like. The specs are relatively immaterial. I would rate the sound as just okay. There is plenty of volume, but very little depth or bass. This is a very thin TV with no room for speakers beyond the most basic. And, the audio out amp is mono only and powered only for headphones. Thus, for any high fidelity sound, you will need an external amp and speaker system or, at least, a sound-bar with a woofer, preferably connected via HDMI.
A:AnswerHello Height, thank you for your messsage. Measurements are as follow: TV only: 35 5/8 x 20 5/8 x 3 1/8 (1 3/4) in (904 x 522 x 77 (44) mm) / TV with stand: 35 5/8 x 21 5/8 x 7 5/8 in (904 x 547 x 192 mm). For specs, check the next link: https://docs.sony.com/release//specs/KDL40R350D_mksp.pdf. Oscar
A:AnswerI'm not sure, but I believe the listed channels are OTA (over the air) channels via antenna reception. All cable channels that are in the package you subscribe to should come through.
A:AnswerHi, Yes, it does have coaxial input. For more information about this unit, please refer to the link below. Thanks! ^Ron
https://docs.sony.com/release//specs/KDL40R350D_mksp.pdf
A:AnswerHello RickB! Yes, this unit comes with a tuner that allows you to program High Definition and analog channels when using a powered antenna capable of receiving such signals. For more information regarding the specifications of this unit, please visit the following link: https://docs.sony.com/release//specs/KDL40R350D_mksp.pdf ~Jeannette
A:AnswerHello RickB, thank you for your message. The use of a power antenna with amplifier may help you in getting a good signal reception. Any television antenna has the ability to receive an analog or digital broadcast signal. However, the type of antenna being used and how far away a particular station is helps determine what type of reception you will receive; the reception of certain stations may be better than others. To determine which stations are available in your area and to find out the recommended type of antenna to use, visit the Antenna Web site http://www.antennaweb.org/. Oscar.
A:AnswerI, too, wish I knew. Does the KDL-40W650D Sony smart tv have a higher quality processor than the KDL-40R350D non-smart TV? I do know from experience that the 350D had a beautiful picture with excellent and natural color when I had it. That surely is the case with the 650D. So, if you don't need or want a smart TV, the 350D should be a good choice. That I know of, it's the only 40" non-smart TV that Sony is making.
A:AnswerHi bayquake, Yes, you can. Please refer to pg.18 of the link below for more information about the playable file types/formats. Thanks! ^Ron
https://docs.sony.com/release//Manual_4571194411.pdf
