Sony KDL-46EX524 review
The Sony KDL-46EX524, a member of the Sony Bravia family and the largest of the new EX524 series. This appears to be one of the most value-conscious TVs Sony is currently producing, with high-quality screens and electronics at a reasonable price, making it a perfect purchase for the general consumer who isn’t concerned with color or color. Perfect studio quality. high-end aesthetics. Centralized multimedia features, easy access to Wi-Fi or Ethernet and Freeview HD, for this series in particular, are highly functional and desirable for anyone who wants set-top box connectivity beyond that of their computer, regardless of their technological ability. .
The glossy black and bronze two-tone bezels and large, smooth 46-inch matte screen are classic additions to any home design and a style that Sony has been using regularly for the past few years and seems very well built for the price. The LED on this model is extremely thin, only about 3cm deep, this is mainly due to the lit edges of the tv rather than a backlit (or full-array) style, with recent improvements in the technology irregularity in the color, due to edge lighting, is rarely an issue. The lower environmental impact of LED, including its lower power consumption and the ease of recycling parts at disposal, makes this TV a very eco-friendly choice. The factory standard swivel base is ideal for tilting the screen in various directions depending on where the current viewer is sitting, yet the standard size of the unit makes it easy to mount on the wall with a mounting kit, because many of the connectors are on the back of the TV, this may limit their accessibility.
The remote for the Sony KDL-46EX524 is slightly curved with evenly spaced buttons that aren’t too close together, but is very easy on the eye, and dedicated media buttons help the consumer use the included media software. It requires two “AAA” batteries to operate. Pressing the home button on the remote accesses menus to access settings and embedded media. Menus are easy to read and intuitive to understand, appearing quickly at the bottom of the screen with a clean, modern look. For some menus, you may need to scroll through the options to find the specific options you are looking for. Picture-in-Picture programming is very easy to use and even allows you to navigate through menus while continuing to watch your current show.
Integrated streaming is a great addition to this TV’s features, rather than requiring the purchase of additional hardware to take full advantage of the Internet suite for people who want streaming productivity on their TVs. The Bravia Internet Video menu comes pre-programmed with streaming video selections such as Sony Entertainment Television’s library of old TV series, health and exercise videos from Livestrong.com, YouTube, BBC iPlayer, headlines from Sky News, Demand 5, Love Film, blip. tv and other popular web destinations. It also has full web browser functionality so you can visit any of your favorite sites from the comfort of your couch. Non-streaming options are also available, like Sony’s Qriocity, a refreshing new video-on-demand service for music and movies that lets you choose what to watch and when to watch it without worrying about monthly subscription fees and subscription charges. service. Presenting live concerts filmed at Sydney’s top music venues, MoshCam will allow you to watch your favorite music acts from the comfort of your own home, without the high price of admission. Finally, access to Facebook, Twitter and Skype, to make free calls via the webcam (however, the webcam is not included and you would have to connect via USB) are all built into the platform to help complete your wide variety of tools. and interesting applications while helping the user to stay in touch with family and friends through the use of voice and video from the comfort of the sofa, in front of the TV, in their own home.
It’s easy to access the Internet via Wi-Fi by purchasing the standard Sony wireless dongle and connecting it to one of the 2 USB ports on the back, or by connecting to the Internet via the built-in Ethernet port. Also, the USB ports are perfect for recording and playback, you can easily connect a USB stick or external hard drive (that is properly formatted) directly to the TV and record using the TV directory or by manually entering details about channels and times . that you want to record. Unfortunately, it’s important to note that video recorded this way can only be played on the TV it was recorded from (or one exactly like it) and will not be accessible on computers or media players. The USB ports can also be used to archive most streaming media such as pictures, videos, and music, which can be a great way to share your media with friends and family. However, it is important to note that the .MKV format is not currently supported. .
Out of the box with preset video settings, the Sony KDL-46EX524 is great for watching movies and is a pretty solid standard without any tweaking. More advanced users have the opportunity to adjust settings based on their external input source, view room conditions, and personal preferences through the multiple settings provided, such as backlight gradient, brightness , tone and sharpness. The screen has extremely high contrast compared to other models in this price range. The EX524 has the ability to handle 1080p and Full HD (high definition) with generally accurate and bright colors without noticeable jagged edges with the added help of Sony Televisions X reality Picture Engine (new in 2011 for Sony-branded TVs) which helps ensuring picture quality is enhanced regardless of the incoming source and upscaled/smoothed to HD 1080. Full 1080 x 720 and deep, solid black levels mean this TV has excellent picture quality without the gray clouds or Common blemishes that are common to other LED TVs around this price point. In dark rooms, turning up the backlight ensures a perfectly even black for videos with lots of darkness and shadows; however, in very bright rooms this tends to make colors look a bit washed out, but the increased backlight means you keep details sharp. and cinematic clarity. A 60Hz refresh rate means Blu-ray video looks perfectly smooth with no perceptible shadows, blur, or ghosting. The matte screen is really great at avoiding reflectivity, which tends to be a problem with screens of this size.
Speakers surround the screen that direct sound outward at a 45-degree angle to project sound clearly. The included speakers deliver clear, precise sound with high-quality bass and even treble. Built-in sound settings allow the user to adjust the sound output to their liking, depending on the content of the material they are viewing, three different noise reduction tools help create dynamic sound while maintaining the integrity of the source material. The built-in speakers can be used in addition to or instead of an external amplifier and speaker system. At very high volume the speakers tend to give a bit of feedback and buzz, however at typical volume there were no issues with clarity.
The Sony KDL46EX524 comes with fairly standard ports on the back and side of the TV. It has 4 HDMI inputs (one of which is wired for ARC for an audio amplifier), 1 composite video input, 2 USB ports (mentioned above), 1 component video input (usually used for video game systems), 1 VGA-style port for PC input, an Ethernet socket so you can wire the TV for Internet service if you choose not to use Wifi, an optical output to connect an external amplifier for digital sound, a built-in tuner for Freeview HD so you don’t need a fiber optic cable satellite dish for receiving HDTV signals and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Having just one tuner can have some limitations, but with the ability to use an external USB hard drive, making decisions like this won’t be difficult. Energy-saving settings, including a presence sensor that will turn off the screen when the TV detects that no one is watching, then 30 minutes later, turn off the audio and go to standby mode, and overall low power consumption of about 65 watts makes the cost of running this TV very good (and relatively cheap) compared to similar models, although if you run some of the preset visual settings you can effectively double this amount. Essential tools for any family, parental controls and locks are included as features accessed through the menu settings and will allow the user to limit access to specific channels or during specific time periods.
In conclusion, the Sony Bravia KDL46EX524BU is an excellent option for performance at this price. The lack of 3D capabilities is the biggest drawback of the Sony Bravia KDL-46EX524BU; however, it is fully offset by the low price and high quality of solid internet media. It’s a solid, WIFI-ready piece of craftsmanship that will easily handle the current and future TV viewing and multimedia needs of most individuals and their families. The ability to adjust media to suit personal needs and brilliantly manage settings with fully compatible USB media playback and use of Sony’s exceptional online video services makes this a high-end TV with a wide range of connections, a full range of configurations customized for the ideal viewing experience, and moderately priced for anyone looking to get an impressive amount of connectivity and versatility from an already great product.