(High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transmitting uncompressed digital data. It represents a digital alternative to consumer analog

concerns the abilities of television receivers to display high-definition pictures. The term has had official use in Europe since January 2005 when, EICTA (European Information, Communications and Consumer Electronics Technology Industry Associations) announced the requirements for the label.

In video technology, 24p refers to a video format that operates at 24 frames per second (or typically, 23.976frame/s when using equipment based around NTSC frame rates) frame rate with progressive scanning (not interlaced). Originally, 24p was used in the non-linear editing of film-originated material. Today, 24p formats are being increasingly used for aesthetic reasons in image acquisition, delivering film-like motion characteristics. Some vendors advertise 24p products as a cheaper alternative to film acquisition.

Traditional TV's display visual images at 50Hz frames per second. 100Hz runs at twice that amount by creating an extra unique frame between each of the existing 50 frames. Doubling the frames displayed per second results in a much smoother picture especially when watching fast action movies and sports.

By using our most innovative technologies such as intelligent noise reduction and Advanced Contrast Enhancer, BRAVIA ENGINE  builds on the power of the acclaimed BRAVIA ENGINE and adds four new image processing stages. What’s more, BRAVIA ENGINE  incorporates full digital signal processing across many different signals. The result is astonishingly clear and life-like colours with the most natural tones possible. Black levels are the deepest and most detailed, with a brightness and contrast that’s crisp and confident.

BRAVIA Sync lets you sit back and control other devices by Sony, like a Handycam® camcorder or Blu-ray Disc™ player, using your BRAVIA TV remote control. Another brilliantly simple way to get more out of Sony products. For example, if your Blu-ray Disc™ player is connected to your BRAVIA TV via HDMI™, you can watch a movie simply by pressing play on your BRAVIA remote. Or if you connect your Cyber-shot digital camera to your BRAVIA TV via HDMI™ you can use the TV remote to view the movies and pictures stored on the device.

Wireless and simple to use, the Digital Media Port, or DM Port, connects your PC, VAIO laptop, mp3 player and other Bluetooth enabled devices to your BRAVIA TV or home cinema system from Sony. Listen to all your favourite tracks or tune in to a digital radio station via your TV and fill your lounge with superb sound quality. Compatible with all major music file formats including ATRAC, WMA, mp3 and AAC.

Provides the effect of Dolby® Surround Sound while only using two front speakers.