Sony complements the high resolution with the latest technology in color reproduction. The KDL-32XBR is a 10-bit display with 10-bit processing. Most panels are only 8-bit. The added bit depth here means a larger color palette for more faithful color reproduction and smoother transitions from one color to the next. Additionally, the display features a special WCG-CCFL backlight that, combined with Sony's Live Color Creation system, achieves more natural and vibrant color.
The KDL-32XBR4 features Sony's Motionflow technology, which automatically adjusts for and applies the proper processing for optimal motion reproduction depending on the video input. This includes support for 24 frames per second (24p) video, which displays video content at the 24-frames-per-second rate at which it was originally filmed or recorded. With 24p, you get the most faithful possible reproduction of the original.
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What's in the Box
KDL-32XBR4 32-inch LCD flat panel HDTV, remote control, 2 AA batteries, AC power cord, operating instructions, online registration card, quick setup guide, warranty card, table top stand, and support strap.
Customer Reviews:
my buying experience.......2007-12-24 i was reluctant to purchase a tv online without seeing the product first and it was an open box item,but i am totally satisfied with the tv and the price was half of what it would have cost me at a major retail chain. the delivery time was three days,very prompt and efficient.
IF YOU'VE TRIED THE REST THEN TRY THE BEST SONY XBR4.......2007-12-18 I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SONY 32XBR4 FOR A SMALL LIVING ROOM OR BEDROOM.
THE EASE OF SETTING IT UP, PICTURE, COLOR, SOUND AND EVERYTHING ELSE ABOUT THIS SET ARE TOPS. SONY HAS DONE IT AGAIN.
Sony Bravia.......2007-12-13 Purchase went soomth, no problems with delivery. Very Please with the product. Will buy again !!! Merry Christmas to all....
Robert
Bravia LCD by Sony.......2007-12-12 I had researched TVs a good bit before ordering the Sony Bravia 32inch LCD HD set. I had several visits to stores in my area to look at competitors. I just thought this one was the best overall. My son and son-in-law both were amazed at the clarity of the images. I had to say goodby to my old Sony trinitron bought in 1996. It just isn't up to the signals available today. It was however still working, and had never been to a repair shop. I was pleased with the prompt delivery and pricing I recieved from Amazon.
Isaac N. Roland
Best LCD TV by far.......2007-12-07 Prior to buying this model, I looked at many 32" LCD TVs. While I found many to look good, the Sony XBR had the best picture of the lot.
I am now using it with satelitte HD and loving it. The picture is brilliant and wows anybody who comes to visit.
I have not found any pixelation with fast moving scenes - a problem I have with my 42" Sony LCD rear projection TV. That problem is solved with this model.
This unit is well worth the extra dollars.
Product Description
32" widescreen HDTV (16:9 aspect ratio) * built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required) * built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required) * 1366 x 768 pixels * 2 component video (accepts signals up to 1080i) *
Customer Reviews:
Good compromise entry level LCD television.......2007-11-28 It's my first LCD television. We looked at lots of them before deciding on this one. Ultimately, the Sony brand got us, due to our perceptions of long term reliability.
On the good side:
Pretty decent sound - it's amazing how tinny many 23" to 32" LCD televisions sound...far worse than the built-in sound of the entry-level RCA 17" CRT television this one is replacing. The only 32" we found with fuller sound was a Toshiba. Most were worse. Still, it's only two-star sound, but this is good for a 32" TV.
Very nice I/O complement. The only thing it's missing is USB ports, but those are hard to find in ANY 32" LCD. The included audio output connections would allow you to connect, for instance, a small 3-piece computer speaker system, which would be a HUGE improvement in sound.
Exceptionally wide viewing angle - if you can see the screen at all, the picture is as good as straight in front of it.
VERY easy to set up. I've helped other people set up their LCD TVs and none were as easy as this one.
Acoustically quiet. Some LCD TVs have a faint buzzing sound when powered up...not this one.
On the not-so-good side:
It stinks. Literally. For some reason, Sony plastics exude a very strong odor of processing chemicals. We found it necessary to put the thing in our garage for the first few months, just to avoid stinking up the house!
The picture, typical of Sony TVs is not very natural. It's over-bright and garish; you can tame this to some degree with the video settings. If you watch a lot of cartoons or movies with CGI, maybe you'll actually appreciate the excessive colors - particularly red.
Blossoming reds - we noticed that there's never any particularly good definition in red objects. However, in comparison to other TVs at the stores we visited, the focus and detail in other colors was superior.
When playing back non-HD material, particularly if using the S-VIDEO connector, there seems to be a higher than normal level of ghosting and graininess...more so than we noticed on our old TV. Maybe this is normal when you're moving up to a double-sized TV.
Price. At $800, it's not a bargain. But if you have faith in Sony quality, the price isn't bad.
Good looks, great picture, Sony reliability!.......2007-10-03 I am very happy with this purchase. The TV has very good looks, sleek and discreet. The equivalent Samsung and Sharp had frames too shiny and looked cheap. The picture is great. SD cable looks very good. Audio is very good. Best of all is Sony reliability. My previous experience was the Samsung 30" SlimFit. That had bending issues at first and was replaced. Then it refused to turn on, and customer service was rude and unhelpful. The Slimfit has major reliability problems. I am very happy with this Sony that replaced it.
Adding to this review after 2 weeks of extensive use. I compared this TV to Sony's 37" KDF-37H1000 LCD projection TV. This 32" LCD TV won out because:
1. Sharper picture on HD signal - the KDF-37H1000 is a little more blurry. (Note the KDF-37H1000 picture is better than no-name brand LCDs). The Sony LCDs had better focus.
1a. LCD TVs have a brighter picture. The Sony TVs have 3 picture settings: i) Vivid (very bright, what you see in Best Buy, ii) Standard (less bright, what looks better at home), and iii) Cinema (softer, more reds and earth shades). On the KDF-37H1000, you have to set it to vivid to watch even at home. On LCDs, you have to reduce brightness becuase they're brighter pictures.
2. SD cable on LCD TV is much much better than on KDF-37H1000.
2a. Motion was much cleaner on the LCD TVs. Sports blurred on the KDF-37H1000. I watched a bit of "8 below" Disney's Alaskan adventure with lots of white dogs and snow, and it looked bad, blurry and soft on the KDF-37H1000.
3. LCD TV has much less depth. Looks sleeker. I also tapped my fingers and felt around the frames on the 2 TVs. The LCDs were firmer and fit better. The KDF-37H1000 frame was looser and cheaper materials like a toy.
4. Maintainence costs - the KDF-37H1000 will require $200-400 bulb replacement in 1.5 years. The sales people said this could even happen in less than a year due to bulb malfunctions, just like in a floor lamp or any lamp. Note, Sony is phasing out LCD projection TVs in favor of SXRD, Hence, parts for the KDF-37H1000 will become harder to find. The KDF-37H1000 lamps are already $400 (Sony parts are always costlier - look at their digital camera memories, compared to Canon's).
4a. The complex combination of chips, mirrors, projectors, lamps on a projection TV is more prone to break than the simpler LCD technology. I am an electrical engineer and design integrated circuits for a living.
5. The KDF-37H1000 generates more heat than LCD, but much less than plasma.
6. The KDF-37H1000 has moving parts, such as the cooling fan, etc., All of these are more prone to malfunction.
7. Consumer reports rates the LCD TV reliability higher than projection TVs after looking at consumer repair data. Projection TVs had higher rates of return and repair.
7a. The folks at Best Buy told me they saw higher rates of returns due to reliability on the KDF-37H1000 than on Sony's LCDs.
8. The LCD TV has higher pixel count 1368 X 768, compared to the KDF-37H1000's 1200 X 720. This leads to sharper picture and better focus.
9. Screen door effect on KDF-37H1000. When objects on screen moved, their individual pixels did not move as a group. The picture was constantly dissolving and reforming. Faces had spots that appeared and dissappeared.
10. 2-3 years from now, I can put the LCD TV on a dresser in my bedroom as a 2nd TV, or put it in my study as a computer monitor. Cannot do this with the KDF-37H1000.
11. Moving - when we move houses, the LCD TV will ride easily in the seat in my Honda Civic. Cannot do this with the KDF-37H1000, which will have to go in the back of the truck with my wife.
The KDF-37H1000 was better than the Sony LCD TV in terms of:
1. Sound was much better becuase larger speakers and probably more pwerful amp.
2. A few more features and options that I will not use.
3. Larger screen. However, you must sit further back to avoid seeing spots and motion blurs.
Note the KDF-37H1000 is an excellent TV and very reliable compared to no-name brands. Definitely more reliable than the Samsung Slimfit TVs. We just came out of a bruising warranty battle with Samsung, and their reliability and customer service is pretty bad. The KDF-37H1000 does look very good compared to Samsung or Westinghouse LCD TVs, which had cheap and shiny frames. However, the KDF-37H1000 is just not as good as Sony's 32" LCD TVs. If you want a bigger screen than Sony's LCDs, go 46" or 55" projection. The SXRD projection TVs had better motion. If you're thinking of 37", get an LCD.
One thing the KDF-37H1000 has going for it is Sony reliability. I work for IBM and we design integrated circuits for Sony's products. They require a 100 defective parts per million quality level from us. This is very good in the industry.
Excellent Value - And it is a Sony!.......2007-09-03 We could not be more pleased with this 32 Sony LCD HDTV. It is bright and easy to setup and use. It has plenty of inputs for HDMI, component, PC, etc.
If you are thinking of buying an "off-brand" TV and then getting an extended warranty, for the same money you can get the quality and beauty of Sony.
Enjoy!
Product Description
Sit back and enjoy the beautiful images, deep colors and modern design of the 32" Class BRAVIA S-Series digital LCD HDTV. Add class to any room and beautiful style to your favorite movies and TV programs. With the BRAVIA Engine full digital video processor, you immediately notice improved color and sharper details, no matter what you're watching. For all-digital audio and video integration, this HDTV features HDMI and PC connectivity that lets you seamlessly connect your compatible computer to the large display. An innovative light sensor also monitors ambient light in the room and automatically adjusts screen brightness, making it much more comfortable for viewing. Bravia Engine Video Processing System Noise Reduction 3D Digital Comb Filter Light Sensor Picture Modes - Vivid, Standard, Cinema Wide Mode Sound Mode - Dynamic, Standard, Custom MTS Stereo Decoder Dolby Digital - AC3 for ATSC Timer Clock Channel Label Channel Skip/Add Favorite Channel Parental Control (V-Chip) Sleep Timer - 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off Timer Events - Timer 1, Timer 2 Power Save Mode - Standard, Reduced, Picture Off Energy Star Compliant Inputs and Outputs - 5 (4 Rear/1 Side) Analog Audio Inputs, 1 (Rear) Audio Out, 2 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Inputs, 3 (2 Rear/1 Side) Composite Video Inputs, 1 (Rear) Digital Audio Output, 1 (Rear) RF Connection Input, 2 (1 Rear/1 Side) S-Video Inputs, 1 (Side) Headphone Output, 1 (Rear) PC Video Input with D-sub 15 and L/R stereo mini plug connection, 2 (Rear) HDMI Connections 1 with L/R RCA audio connections Dimensions - 31.1 x 20.9 x 3.9 inches (790mm x 530mm x 100mm) / 31.1 x 22.9 x 8.4 inches (790mm x 581mm x 214mm) with pedestal Weight - 32 pounds (14.5kg) / 37.5 pounds (17kg) with pedestal
Product Description
Enhance your television viewing experience in your bedroom or office with this 32-inch BRAVIA XBR(R) LCD Flat Panel HDTV for a sharp, backlit high-definition picture and premium surround sound. Add the Live Color Creation backlight system to make superb picture quality even better. BRAVIA Engine Full Digital Video Processor BRAVIA
KDL-V32XBR2 LCD television uses Sony's BRAVIA Engine full digital video processor for crisp and clear images. Live Color Creation System featuring WCG-CCFL backlighting system not only pushes resolution to the limit but also brings color reproduction to new heights. Live Color Creation achieves precise and wide color reproduction using a combination of advanced chroma signal processing algorithms along with a specially developed WCG-CCFL (Wide Color Gamut - Cold Cathode Florescent Light). HDMI and PC Connectivity Designed for maximum versatility, Sony's BRAVIA XBR-Series LCD TVs are equipped with a comprehensive range of input interfaces. HDMI technology supports enhanced or High Definition video, together with multi-channel digital audio to provide matchless image and sound reproduction. The PC input (HD-15-pin) offers easy connection to your PC, allowing you to use your high resolution BRAVIA XBR-Series Digital TV as a computer monitor. SRS TruSurround XT Audio Effect Steady Sound Automatic Volume Control Inputs and Outputs - 1 RF Connection Input, 3 Composite Video Inputs (1 Side, 2 Rear), 2 S-Video Inputs (1 Side, 1 Rear), 2 Rear Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Inputs, 5 Audio Inputs (1 Side, 4 Rear), 1 Rear Audio Output (Variable/Fixed), 1 Rear Optical Digital Output, 1 Side Headphone Output, 1 Read D-Sub 15PC Input & Audio Input, 1 Rear HDMI Connection Input 1700 - 1 Contrast Ratio, 7000 - 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio 8ms gray - gray Panel Response Time VESA compatible Energy Star Compliant Dimensions - Approximately Width 31.18 x Height 23.35 x Depth 8.62 inch, 792mm x 593mm
Customer Reviews:
Great picture and audio.......2007-09-15 If I had it to do over, I would - for sure.
I thought default picture settings were about perfect to me.
I did brighten it a bit to see more detail in shadows.
Audio is better than adequate.
Price is right
Shipper was great and arrived earlier than estimated.
(can't trust tracking location, mine said it was still in Ohio when shipper called said they were ready to deliver it)
Ok, a complaint:
The remote is too skinny and not balanced well - disappointing - but can live with it.
Top Segment LCD for Good Value.......2007-07-02 Wow, am I glad we waited to buy ourselves a flatscreen TV.
So many options yet so little real good advice out there. Ended up buying this Sony Screen (mainly because the DVD-R's also from Sony, as is the home cinema set).
Five top reasons to go out and buy one yourself:
1. Great colours and contrasts
2. Sleek Classy Design
3. Not too big, which fits a modest living room/master bedroom just fine
4. Easy set up features
5. If you hook it up with a HDMI cable (to your Home Cinema Set) you're really off
One minor flaw:
1. Sound is limited (mediocre at best); but a medium to up market Home Cinema Set should have that covered.
I recommend to anyone, who's still debating which type of LCD to buy, to opt for this beauty. You won't get much more value for money anywhere else.....
Worth the price.......2007-06-10 Sometimes it pays to choose the best. This is one of those times.
sony lcd 32".......2007-06-03 previous channel memory a problem. picture quality is nice. remote control is very limited and not programable to other things, such as dvd player
Fabulous TV.......2007-05-29 I love this TV. The sound is great and the picture is fabulous. The delivery was really more than I expected. I got a phone call to set the delivery time and they actually showed up at the right time. They unboxed the TV and set it up for me. I could have done it myself but it was really nice to be able to see the TV working before the delivery folks left.
Product Description
Sit back and enough the beautiful images, deep colors and modern design of the 32" Class BRAVIA S-Series digital LCD HDTV. Add class to any room and beautifully styled your favorite movies and TV programs. With the BRAVIA Engine full digital video processor, you immediately notice improved color and sharper details, no matter what you're watching. For all-digital audio and video integration, this HDTV features HDMI and PC connectivity that lets you seamlessly connect your compatible computer to the large display. An innovative light sensor also monitors ambient light in the room and automatically adjusts screen brightness, making it much more comfortable for viewing. Bravia Engine Video Processing System Noise Reduction 3D Digital Comb Filter Light Sensor Picture Modes - Vivid, Standard, Cinema Wide Mode Sound Mode - Dynamic, Standard, Custom MTS Stereo Decoder Dolby Digital - AC3 for ATSC Timer Clock Channel Label Channel Skip/Add Favorite Channel Parental Control (V-Chip) Sleep Timer - 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off Timer Events - Timer 1, Timer 2 Power Save Mode - Standard, Reduced, Picture Off Energy Star Compliant Inputs and Outputs - 5 (4 Rear/1 Side) Analog Audio Inputs, 1 (Rear) Audio Out, 2 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Inputs, 3 (2 Rear/1 Side) Composite Video Inputs, 1 (Rear) Digital Audio Output, 1 (Rear) RF Connection Input, 2 (1 Rear/1 Side) S-Video Inputs, 1 (Side) Headphone Output, 1 (Rear) PC Video Input with D-sub 15 and L/R stereo mini plug connection, 2 (Rear) HDMI Connections 1 with L/R RCA audio connections Dimensions - 31.1 x 20.9 x 3.9 inches (790mm x 530mm x 100mm) / 31.1 x 22.9 x 8.4 inches (790mm x 581mm x 214mm) with pedestal Weight - 32 pounds (14.5kg) / 37.5 pounds (17kg) with pedestal
Product Description
Sit back and enough the beautiful images, deep colors and modern design of the 32" Class BRAVIA S-Series digital LCD HDTV. Add class to any room and beautifully styled your favorite movies and TV programs. With the BRAVIA Engine full digital video processor, you immediately notice improved color and sharper details, no matter what you're watching. For all-digital audio and video integration, this HDTV features HDMI and PC connectivity that lets you seamlessly connect your compatible computer to the large display. An innovative light sensor also monitors ambient light in the room and automatically adjusts screen brightness, making it much more comfortable for viewing. Bravia Engine Video Processing System Noise Reduction 3D Digital Comb Filter Light Sensor Picture Modes - Vivid, Standard, Cinema Wide Mode Sound Mode - Dynamic, Standard, Custom MTS Stereo Decoder Dolby Digital - AC3 for ATSC Timer Clock Channel Label Channel Skip/Add Favorite Channel Parental Control (V-Chip) Sleep Timer - 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off Timer Events - Timer 1, Timer 2 Power Save Mode - Standard, Reduced, Picture Off Energy Star Compliant Inputs and Outputs - 5 (4 Rear/1 Side) Analog Audio Inputs, 1 (Rear) Audio Out, 2 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Inputs, 3 (2 Rear/1 Side) Composite Video Inputs, 1 (Rear) Digital Audio Output, 1 (Rear) RF Connection Input, 2 (1 Rear/1 Side) S-Video Inputs, 1 (Side) Headphone Output, 1 (Rear) PC Video Input with D-sub 15 and L/R stereo mini plug connection, 2 (Rear) HDMI Connections 1 with L/R RCA audio connections Dimensions - 31.1 x 20.9 x 3.9 inches (790mm x 530mm x 100mm) / 31.1 x 22.9 x 8.4 inches (790mm x 581mm x 214mm) with pedestal Weight - 32 pounds (14.5kg) / 37.5 pounds (17kg) with pedestal
Average customer rating:
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Sony KLV32U100 32" Bravia HDTV Tunerless LCD Monitor
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EasyMount EZLCDM-02 Mid-Tilt LCD/Plasma Mount for 26" to 42" Screens
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Product Features:
- measures 31.42 x 22.84 x 8.66 inches (WxHxD) with included stand; 31.42 x 21.56 x 4,72 without stand
- Requires cable or satellite set-top box to receive HDTV; wide color gamut produces deeper reds, more vivid greens, and cleaner blues
- 1366 x 768-pixel resolution, super-fast 8ms response time, 1300:1 contrast ratio
- Connections: 3 composite A/V (1 side), 2 S-Video (1 side), 2 component (Y/Pb/Pr), 1 HDMI, 1 RF
- Two stereo speakers, 10 watts apiece (20 watts total); Dolby Digital decoding and SRS WOW sound
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Product Description
Not everyone needs an embedded tuner in a flat panel LCD TV. The ?tuner less? feature gives you the flexibility to use your own set top box in combination with the KLV-32U100M BRAVIA LCD Flat Panel HDTV from Sony. This monitor features high styling and performance along with HDMI connectivity in a popular space-saving bottom speaker design, enhancing even the most sophisticated decor. For those who are using Satellite or Cable-TV for service, many carriers already offer reception of HDTV channels (please ask your service carrier for information). You can also use this LCD TV as a monitor for your PC computer using an RGB DB15 VGA connector. Sleek styling, the Bravia series from Sony delivers top picture performance suitable for home-theater in any room. SRS WOW Audio Effect Picture Freeze Function 1000 - 1 Contrast Ratio Sony CineMotion technology using the reverse 3-2 pull down technology, images flow smoothly Sony WEGA GATE Easy Operation Guide is a new feature that allows you to easily navigate to the most convenient TV functions - favorite channels, TV channel list, external input list or settings Built-in 10 watt stereo speakers Inputs and Outputs - Composite Video Input(s) - 2 (2 Rear) / S-Video Input(s) - 2 (2 Rear) with input detection / Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s) - 1 Rear / HDMI Connection(s) - 1 Rear (with L/R Audio In) / PC Input(s) - 1 Rear (D-sub 15 with stereo mini connection) / Audio In - 3 (3 Rear) / Headphone Output(s) - 1 Side Viewing Angle - 178 degrees (left/right) / 178 degrees (up/down) Sleep Timer - Off/15/30/45/60/90/120 minutes selectable Detachable stand (8-1/8 depth) Wall-mountable and VESA compatible FDMI Compliant Mounting Holes (200 x 400 M6) / Wall mount bracket is not included Energy Star compliant Includes Remote Control and Table Stand Dimensions (W x H x D) - 31.41 x 22.83 x 8.66 with stand; 38.94 x 25.71 x 5.00 without stand
Amazon.com Product Description
The sleekly styled, silver 32-inch Sony Bravia KLV32U100M is packed with the latest high-performance video features, including a wide viewing angle, fast response time (great for sports and action movies), and a wide color gamut backlight that provides more natural skin tones and highly accurate overall color reproduction. Designed to receive HD and standard TV signals via set top boxes (cable or satellite), the KLV32U100M provide exceptional value and performance. It also offers digital HDMI video connectivity and a bottom speaker design that helps save space. The thin profile of this Bravia TV accommodates VESA compliant mounting systems (separately available). The removable pedestal swivels 30 degrees left and right and also tilts forward 3 degrees and backward 8 degrees for additional placement flexibility.
The KLV32U100M has a 1366 x 768-pixel resolution, 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio, 178-degree viewing angle, and 1300:1 contrast ratio. (The higher the contrast ratio, the greater a TV's ability to display subtle color details and not get washed out by ambient room light.) The Cinemotion 3:2 pulldown cinema video processing detects and compensates film--which is shot at 24 frames per second (fps) compared with video's 30 fps rate--to video for a smooth theaterlike experience at home. The 3D digital comb filter offers 10-bit signal processing that renders superb gradation of grays, resulting in superior picture detail.
Other convenience features include: It pumps out 20 watts of audio power via its integrated bottom-aligned stereo speakers (10 watts per channel). It has a built-in Dolby Digital decoder (for connecting to a surround sound home theater receiver) and it can also produce SRS TruSurround XT virtual 5.1-channel surround sound from its two speakers. This set offers the following connection options:
- Composite (RCA audio/video): 3 inputs (1 on the side)
- S-Video: 2 inputs (1 on the side)
- Component (Y/Pb/Pr): inputs (rear)
- HDMI: 1 input (with L/R RCA audio connections)
- PC: 1 D-Sub15 input (with L/R stereo mini plug connection)
- RF: 1 input
- Total audio inputs: 3 (rear)
- Headphone: 1
Tech Talk
HDMI is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver) with your TV--all over a single cable. HDMI supports standard, enhanced or high definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. It supports all ATSC formats--standard (SDTV), enhanced (EDTV), and high (HDTV).
Component video (also called Y/Pb/Pr) features a three-jack video input, which provides separate connections for luminance (Y), blue color difference (PB) and red color difference (PR). This results in increased bandwidth for color information, resulting in a more accurate picture with clearer color reproduction and less bleeding than you would get with S-Video or composite (RCA yellow video plug) connections. You will need a separate RCA left/right audio cable for sound.
The SRS WOW feature widens the soundstage by processing standard two-channel stereo material as well as multi-channel encoded material for a dramatic improvement in the playback of any stereo audio over a two-speaker system.
And in case you were wondering, BRAVIA is short for "Best Resolution Audio Visual Integrated Architecture."
What's in the Box
32-inch Bravia Tunerless LCD HD monitor, tabletop stand, remote control (with batteries), coaxial cable, HD15-to-HD15 cable, printed operating instructions
Warranty
1 year for parts and labor; in-home diagnostic warranty service for one year (for LCD TVs from the Bravia U-Series and S-Series measuring over 30 inches)
Customer Reviews:
Faulty Product.......2007-02-20 As described by many others, this unit is faulty and began turning itself on and off after a few months. My situation is different in that it took a little longer for the problem to materialize so I still had a tv that functioned 95% of the time while waiting the 2 weeks for the A board to arrive. Thanks to other people writing reviews I knew my tv would only get worse so I scheduled the repair as soon as I started experiencing only a slight problem. The sony contracted repair I used was actually very professional and reliable, the tv has been working flawlessly for a month now and I am hoping that will be it. The picture is great but I will be living in fear that it dies again outside the 1 yr warranty period. Avoid this unit.
Keeping Our Fingers Crossed.......2007-01-07 Great picture and definition. The 32" screen image is somewhat smaller than that on our ancient 26" set which we hauled back into use when....
Less than six weeks after we bought this set, it died. Just plain died. When Sony finally sent a tech out (almost two weeks after we reported the problem), he called in a report saying it was dead. We'd already told them that. He ordered a new "A Board" and said it would take about two weeks for it to arrive. Two weeks came and went. When I called to inquire, I was informed that the part was in and the tech had been supposed to call us. The new board was installed on December 26 and we're keeping our fingers crossed. We like the set and are hoping it will last.
Pathetic Product and Pathetic Company.......2006-10-26 Like many other similar Sony sets, mine is completely fried after just a couple months of service. It was randomly turning itself on and off, then would only show a black and white picture and now doesn't work at all. Sony's customer service has done nothing to help rectify the problem and has failed to follow up as they promised. I'm very displeased with Sony and will never buy another one of their products. Unless you want tons of headaches and hassles, maybe you should stay away too.
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