Sony Expands IPTV Features, 240Hz Video

In an unusual move, Sony is using the International CES to unveil the majority of its 2009 TV line up, including a range of models with built-in IPTV functionality previously available only through the optional add-on Bravia Internet Video Link module.

The highlights of the 2009 Bravia assortment on display here are found in Sony's XBR9 and Z5100 series models. Most of these units incorporate 240Hz Motionflow fast motion processing technology. And built-in Ethernet ports allowing advanced networking capabilities and built in Bravia Internet video.

Sony is also unveiling a line of Eco Bravia LCD TVs in the VE5 series. The three models in the series were designed around energy efficiency, and include a new hot cathode fluorescent lamp (HCFL) technology to reduce power consumption by almost 50 percent compared to traditional cold cathode fluourescent lamp models.

The Eco sets also feature a zero-watt standby switch light sensor and a motion sensor that turns the TV off when no one is present in the room. Sony said the system constantly monitors room motion, and if no motion is detected for a set period of time, the backlight will automatically switch off, followed a short-time later by the set switching into full standby mode.

The VE5 Series will include three models in the 52-, 46- and 40-inch screen sizes. All will be available this summer at prices to be announced, and will feature FullHD 1080p resolution, and 120Hz Motionflow motion compensation technology.

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