Sony Bravia M-Series KDL-26M4000 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

I like the picture but I don't think the bugs are worked out of this one yet. I can't use HDMI to connect to my Comcast Motorola HD DVR box without a huge popping sound when changing channels. Component works fine, but what's the point of having HDMI if it's glitchy? Also, the picture is noticeably better with HDMI.

Comcast swapped boxes and I still had the problem. I sent it to a Sony repair center and they couldn't figure out what was wrong as the HDMI checked out o.k. at the shop. The repair tech returned the TV to me and brough along a a 19" Samsung to hook up to the Mot box via HDMI as a test. The Samsung changed channels quicker and without any popping sounds. Sony is stumped and I'm tired with dealing with it.

like all Sony Displays of good Bravia line you will not be disappointed in the quality of the picture you get out of this set also bonus about this pitucular set even though it is listed as a 720p it can and will display 1080i which means it will give you a 1920X1080 interlaced HD picture perfect for all of the HD Broadcast currently on the market. My only nick pick about this TV is the Vivid color sensor, when set the TV to this mode you will get the most vibrant colors out of this display. However when screen has a lot of dark shades or even black it fades down to the colors you get in Cinema mode, other than that it is golden .

After buying many Sony products over the years, I find this KDL26M4000 wholly undeserving of Sony's respect for quality. The screen colors are next to impossible to stabilize, the sound volume so weak it requires full volume for adequate hearing, and the viewing angle less than optimal.
True, I'm a senior with fundamental deficiencies, the major one being the inability to handle the stress of tech support or packaging and returning the unit.

I just bought this TV and am very happy with my decision. The picture is sharp and contrasty (though component input isn't perfect), sound quality is OK and features are more than plenty for my purpose. I especially like the selection of inputs and the ability to relay audio out to my stereo. But the clincher for me was the viewing angle: It is much better than the Samsung 26A450, which is the main competitor in terms of image quality (face-on the Samsung seems a little better). We have the TV set on a shelf, higher than the seating position, and there is literally no difference in picture for a large range in vertical (and horizontal) viewing angles. There is no discernible color shift or shadow loss, both of which are clearly visible for most of the competition. This suggests to me that this TV is using a high quality S-IPS panel, though it might be hard to believe at this price point.

I use this TV mostly as a computer monitor. It makes sense (if you are not a gamer) because price tag of this item is almost the same as most 26" lcd monitors but TV has nice features: you may see tv channels in small window (PIP) while you work on PC applications, much higher contrast ratio, and quality of picture is really nice, and very good sound.
Plus you have HD channels and plenty input options comparing to PC monitor. Also USB service connector is a good option to update firmware if needed. Unfortunaly, USB port can be used to display pictures from memory stick.
Cons: bulky design, bezel is too wide, it makes it 26.5" wide instead of 24" top as most monitors. Adjustable stand could be nice addition too. Remote is not lightened.