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Introduction
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01.Tour & Design
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02.Blacks & Whites
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03.Color Accuracy
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04.Motion
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05.3D
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06.Viewing Effects
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07.Calibration
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08.Connectivity
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09.Remote Control
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10.Audio & Menus
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11.Multimedia & Internet
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12.Power Consumption
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13.Vs Samsung UN55C7000
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14.Vs Samsung UN46C8000
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15.Vs Panasonic TC-P50VT20
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16.Conclusion
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17.Series Comparison
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18.Photo Gallery
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19.Ratings & Specs
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20.Comments
Sony Bravia KDL-46HX800
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Remote ControlConnectivity
Good selection of ports. One shared set of component / composite AV inputs.
Connectivity (0.00)
Input Ports (6.75)
The Sony KDL-46HX800 has a fair selection of ports spread out across the rear and left side of the chassis, certainly far more than either of the 3D Samsungs we’ve pulled in for comparison (see chart below). There are four HDMIs, two component AV inputs (one of which doubles as a composite AV). There’s also a standalone composite AV input, a VGA input, ethernet, USB, and analog and digital outputs.
You’ll also notice the proprietary port for connecting the 3D sync bar, which sits on top of the frame. Unlike the Samsungs and the Panasonics, the 3D syncing system is not built into the body of the TV.
Output Ports (2.00)
The Sony KDL-46HX800 has two output ports, an analog audio output and a digital audio output. Both are located on the back of the TV. These ports should be expected on all HDTVs, so it’s odd that the Panasonic TC-P50VT20 omits the analog audio output.
Other Connections (7.00)
The Sony KDL-46HX800 has an ethernet LAN port for connecting to streaming content, as well as a DLNA home theater set-up. If you’re tired of wires, you can use the TV’s USB port for a WiFi connection, along with the separate purchase of a WiFi dongle ($79 on Sony’s website).More details about the streaming content features here.
Media (1.00)
The Sony KDL-46HX800 has a USB port on the side. With this, you can plug in a USB thumb drive for viewing photos, video clips, and listening to music. You can also connect Sony cameras and camcorders directly.
| Connectivity Comparison | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony KDL-46HX800 | Samsung UN55C7000 | Samsung UN46C8000 | Panasonic TC-P50VT20 | |
| HDMI | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Component | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Composite | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| S-Video | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| VGA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Analog Audio In | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Digital Audio Out | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Analog Audio Out | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Ethernet | None | Yes | None | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Card Types | None | None | None | SD/SDHC/SDXC/SDXC |
| DLNA | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Placement (7.00)
The port placement is fine. Sony has placed one HDMI, the USB, and a composite AV input on the side – ports that will likely be used for quick-swapping devices. More permanent connections can be made with the rear ports, out of sight. All the ports are well-labeled.
| Other Models in the KDL-xxHX800 Series | |
|---|---|
| For more information on other models in this series, check our Series Comparison Page. | |
 Sony Bravia KDL-40HX800 40 in. |
 Sony Bravia KDL-55HX800 55 in. |
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