Talk:XBR (Sony)

I work at sears
What is the definition of XBR? no Can anyone explain, thanks. I work at sears and no one here knows.


 * XBR is an acronym for eXtended Bit Rate. Basically, the television processes the image faster, resulting in superior image quality. It started out as a certification from Sony for its highest quality televisions. Today, it is a designation for their high-end televisions. It's basically synonymous with televisions of the finest quality. (Myscrnnm 00:50, 5 April 2007 (UTC))

This page turned into an ad for Sony TVs. I removed all of that. Almabes 15:53, 28 December 2006 (UTC)

I would argue that Sony has been quite notable with their XBR series of products, pushing technology forward, as such, it still remains notable, but I would like more information on its history if anyone has it. This is the first place I've heard that XBR is an acronym for eXtended Bit Rate, and I don't think that the bit rate is actually any higher on these units. I've heard many suggest it means Xtra Bucks Required.--Schalliol 19:41, 22 May 2007 (UTC)


 * Highly unlikely. I use the KDL-40XBR2 and it's noticeably better than other televisions I've seen. Not to mention XBR televisions have always been critically acclaimed by reliable sources. Just look at CNET, Consumer Reports, et cetera. I am not aware that Sony still utilizes an Extended Bit Rate engine for their XBR televisions anymore, or if it's just a designation for high-end televisions. But one thing's for sure, XBR televisions are still better than their lower-end equivalents.(Myscrnnm 01:13, 31 May 2007 (UTC))

First place I've seen where XBR was defined this way. XBR has been around since the mid 80's for analog sets. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 68.77.1.118 (talk) 01:17, 25 January 2008 (UTC)

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Sony XBR8

Considering that XBR televisions first appears circa 1986 ( I bought my KLV20XBRII, second edition... in 1987) I strongly doubt that the XBR name refers to Xtended Bit Rate. Back then, the digital bite rate wasn't a factor and much less a selling point for analog television. Please elaborate on this.

Sony XBR4

I purchased my XBR4 from Circuit City and at the time "XBR" was being advertised as "X-Brite" for their new back light fluorescent tube lighting and how bright it made the picture. I also believe it was due to the number of fluorescent tubes that were used compared to other LCD TVs at the time. Hope this helps! — Preceding unsigned comment added by 12.167.111.66 (talk) 17:57, 21 August 2012 (UTC)