40" BRAVIA EX500 Series HDTV

Kdl40ex500
Model number: KDL40EX500
Rated 4.6 out of 5 Stars
(Screen size measured diagonally.) Model features: Full HD 1080p, Motionflow 120Hz refresh rate, BRAVIA Engine™ 2, Ambient Sensor, LightSensor™ technology, USB port, 7 HD inputs

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An impressive centerpiece to any entertainment system, the BRAVIA® EX500 Series HDTV combines a clean design with cutting-edge features. You'll enjoy exceptionally smooth motion in fast-action sports scenes, movies and games thanks to integrated Motionflow™ 120Hz refresh rate technology. Plus, Ambient Sensor and LightSensor™ technologies automatically adjust the color and brightness based on your room's lighting to ensure you'll always get the best possible picture. In addition to seven HD inputs, a built-in USB input lets you to connect an external hard drive for sharing your favorite videos, photos and music with family and friends.

  • Made for Fast-Moving Action

    Enjoy a more fluid, natural and realistic viewing experience while watching fast-action sports and movies. Motionflow 120Hz technology enhances sharpness and delivers smooth motion for fast-action pictures.

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  • Bring Your Picture to Life

    Every scene will be sharp, vibrant and life-like thanks to BRAVIA Engine™ 2 fully digital video processor. Additionally, this BRAVIA Engine optimizes contrast and enhances overall image detail while significantly reducing noise.

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  • Optimal Viewing Experience

    Various lighting conditions such as daylight, fluorescent lamps, or incandescent bulbs can impact your TV's picture making the images appear washed out or too bright. Ambient Sensor automatically detects the TV's color and brightness based on the room's lighting conditions, then adjusts the image accordingly so you'll always get the best picture.

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  • Amazing Picture—Day or Night

    Imagine a TV that optimizes picture quality based on your room's lighting condition. Whether it's the middle of the day, or late at night, the integrated LightSensor technology automatically adjusts to your room's ambient light and lowers or increases the brightness of the TV's backlight to help ensure you always get the best picture.

  • One Remote to Rule Them All

    Take control of your entire home entertainment system using only your BRAVIA HDTV remote control. The EX500 Series HDTV features BRAVIA Sync™ which lets you easily play or adjust the settings on other BRAVIA Sync compatible devices such as you Blu-ray Disc™ player, home theater system, or Handycam® camcorder1.

    • BRAVIA Sync

  • Do More with Your HDTV

    Connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player or USB flash drive directly in to this TV's USB input and view your photos on the big screen, or you can also listen to the tunes stored on your MP3 player.

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( Rated 4.6 out of 5 Stars AVERAGE RATING | 36 REVIEWS Ratings Snapshot )

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31 of 36 (86%) customers would recommend this product to a friend

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Performance
80%
Design
100%
Reliability
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Value
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Love, Love, Love

Pros: Picture quality, number of inputs

Cons: Speakers, remote

Reviewer: ajb123 (Washington, DC)

Date 18-Mar-2011

I've had this product for1-3 months

8of8 people found this helpful

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I don't have my tv hooked up to speakers, but I would highly recommend you hook it up. The speakers seem to be located on the bottom of the tv, so they sound does not project out, causing the viewer to turn the volume up really high. My other issue with this tv is the standard issue Sony remote. Who puts a second power button on the bottom of the remote?? Now I know most people use the remote give by their cable provider, and I do too, but I've accidently hit the power button a few times. On the other hand, I love the HDMI inputs. I've got it hooked to my cable box, blue ray player and Wii and don't have to constantly plug different ones in. Other than the speakers and remote, this tv is great. As always, Sony presents a great picture in HD and SD. I'm not sure I've noticed the benefits of 120hz over 60hz, so keep that in mind when buying. I checked out some LEDs too, but the coloring all seemed super bright and fake looking. I would highly recommend this tv to anyone, as always, Sony provides a great product at a good price. I will continue to be a Sony buyer.

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Design
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Not a bad tv for free :)

Pros: Cost me no $, Black levels are nice, 4 HDMI, 120HZ, USB, Elegant look, Slight gloss screen finish for optimal quality

Cons: 120hz but doesn't do 3d?, Price is a little high for size

Reviewer: facecake (NJ)

Date 29-Nov-2010

I've had this product for1-3 months

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Well, for one thing, this cost me nothing. Pure HD signals look great, Bluray looks excellent, black levels are great as well. SD isn't as bad as some reviews say, all 1080p LCD's display SD poorly. Speakers sound good, though downfiring, need a little bass in EQ but if you add too much you will hear some frame reverberation at certain frequencies. Plenty of HDMI inputs and a USB input! Looks very elegant with the brushed aluminum piano black frame. The panel finish is slightly glossy for an excellent quality to glare trade off. Cons: Boasts 120hz but it can't do 3D? Why? That's the only thing you need for active shutter systems is 120hz. For the price, online you can find 42-46'' 120hz LCD's including Samsung units for the same price with very similar features. All-in-all it's a great TV. Recent price drops make it a better deal.

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Sony is the one you want!

Pros: Great picture, wonderful color,and oh so good looking.

Cons: Wish i got a bigger one.

Reviewer: jmny9 (Commack, NY)

Date 1-Feb-2011

I've had this product for1-3 months

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Bought this set for our bedroom and it has done nothing but please. Paired with a Sony blue ray player it produces crisp pictures and realistic color. I only wish my bedroom was bigger so I could have gotten a bigger screen.

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Experience Full HD 1080p, incredible contrast and sharp, vibrant images with the Sony BRAVIA® EX500 Series HDTV. Features incredible motion performance so you enjoy crisp, fluid motion during fast-action scenes, plus LightSensor™ technology that automatically adjusts brightness based on a room's lighting.

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BRAVIA Engine™ 2

Enjoy sharp, vibrant, life-like images while optimizing color & contrast and significantly reducing noise with the BRAVIA Engine™ 2 fully digital processor.

BRAVIA® Sync™ Capable

Conveniently operate and control other BRAVIA® Sync™ compatible devices - including BRAVIA® HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc™ Players, surround sound systems, Handycam® camcorders and Cyber-shot® digital still cameras, all with one remote control.1

Full HD 1080p Resolution

Experience Full HD 1080p picture quality, the highest at-home resolution, and take full advantage of HD sources like a Blu-ray Disc™ Player or PlayStation®3 gaming console via the 16:9 wide screen panel (1920 x 1080).2

Ambient Sensor

Get a natural looking picture whether you are watching movies late at night or playing video games during the day with an Ambient Sensor that automatically adjusts the picture color based on a room's lighting.

USB Input

Share your photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite music. Simply connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to your HDTV's USB input.

Motionflow™ 120Hz Technology

Experience smooth motion detail and clarity with Motionflow™ 120Hz technology. Motionflow™ 120Hz technology doubles the frame rate from the standard 60 frames per second and applies Image Blur Reduction technology to deliver a crisp, fluid and realistic viewing experience during fast-action scenes.

LightSensor™ Technology

Automatically increase or decrease the level of brightness of your TV's backlight based on a room's lighting conditions with the integrated LightSensor™ technology. Dim the lights to watch a movie and the sensor dims the backlight, which also helps reduce unnecessary power consumption.

7 HD Inputs3

Get versatile HD connection options with seven HD inputs, including four HDMI™ inputs to connect a Blu-ray Disc™ player, PlayStation®3 gaming console or any other HDMI-capable equipment. Two HD component inputs provide added HD-capable connectivity in addition a PC input (HD-15 pin) lets you use your HDTV as a computer monitor.

Product Specifications

Convenience Features

  • Auto Photo Mode : via USB
  • Auto Picture Setting w/ HDMI™ : Cinema, Photo, Graphics, Game
  • Auto Shut-off : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Sync™ Menu Button : Yes (on Remote Control)
  • Channel Block (with password) : Yes
  • Channel Jump : Yes
  • Channel Labels : Yes
  • Channel Surf : Yes
  • Edit Channel Labels : Yes
  • Favorites (Simple UI) : Yes
  • ID-1 Detection : Yes
  • Info Banner : PSIP, XDS
  • Input Skip : Manual
  • Label Inputs : Yes
  • Multiple Language Display : English, French, Spanish
  • On-Screen Display for External Input : Yes
  • PIP (Picture in Picture) : PC Input(HD15/HDMI) & TV Channel/CVBS/(HDMI)/(Component)
  • Parental Control : Yes
  • Picture Adjustments Lock : Yes
  • Picture Frame Mode : Yes
  • Program Block : Yes
  • Scene Select : Auto, Cinema, Sports, Photo, Music, Game, Graphics, General
  • Short Banner : Yes
  • Show/Hide Channels : Yes
  • Sleep Timer : Yes
  • Theatre Mode (Theatre Button) : Yes
  • USB Play : Photo Viewer (jpeg), Music Player (mp3), Video Player (mpeg1), Video Player (mpeg2 TS)
  • USB Player : Yes
  • White Balance : RGB Gain/Bias

Display Features

  • Backlight Type : CCFL
  • Display Device : LCD

Inputs and Outputs

  • AC Power Input : 1 (Rear) Pigtail
  • Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 4 (1 Side / 3 Rear)
  • Audio Out : 1(Rear)
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s) : 2 (Rear) (1 fixed/1 selectable)
  • Composite Video Input(s) : 2 (1 Side/1 Rear)
  • Digital Audio Output(s) : Optical Digital Output - 1 (Rear)
  • HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total) : 4 (2 Side/2 Rear)
  • HDMI™ PC Input : Yes
  • PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini) : 1 (Rear)
  • RF Connection Input(s) : 1 (Rear)
  • USB 2.0 : 1(Side)

Regulation and Standards Compliance

  • VESA® Hole Pitch : 300x300(40")
  • VESA® Hole Spacing Compatible : Yes

TV System

  • Channel Coverage : VHF: 2-13ch UHF: 14-69ch CATV (analog): 1-135ch CATV (digital) : 1-135ch
  • Channel Coverage : VHF: 2-13ch UHF: 14-69ch CATV (analog): 1-135ch CATV (digital) : 1-135ch
  • Channel Coverage : VHF: 2-13ch UHF: 14-69ch CATV (analog): 1-135ch CATV (digital) : 1-135ch
  • Channel Coverage : VHF: 2-13ch UHF: 14-69ch CATV (analog): 1-135ch CATV (digital) : 1-135ch
  • Color System : NTSC
  • Number of Tuners (Analog) : 1(Hybrid)
  • Number of Tuners (Digital) : 1(Hybrid)
  • TV System (Analog) : M
  • TV System (Digital) : ATSC
  • Tuner (Cable) : QAM
  • Tuner (Terrestrial) : ATSC™ / NTSC

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 39 1/8 x 25 1/8 x 10 1/4" (992 x 636 x 260mm) with pedestal; 39 1/8 x 23 5/8 x 4" (992 x 599 x 99mm) without pedestal
  • Weight (Approx.) : 36.2 lbs. (16.4kg) with pedestal; 31.3 lbs. (14.2kg) without pedestal

Audio

  • Audio Power Output : 20W (10W x 2)
  • Speaker Configuration : 2
  • Speakers (Total) : 2

Design Features

  • Stand Swivel : Yes
  • Stand Swivel Range : Left 20°/Right 20°

Energy Saving & Efficiency

  • Backlight Off Mode : Yes
  • Dynamic Backlight Control : Yes
  • Eco Settings : Yes
  • Estimated Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) : 175.0 kWh
  • Idle TV Standby : Yes
  • Power Saving Modes : Yes

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Operation) max. : 180W Max
  • Power Consumption (in Standby) : Less than 0.23W (AC120V), Less than 0.4W (AC240V)
  • Power Requirements (frequency) : 60Hz
  • Power Requirements (voltage) : AC 120V

Sensing Features

  • Ambient Sensor : Yes

Video

  • Video Signal : 1080/60p (HDMI™ / COMPONENT), 1080/60i, 1080/24p (HDMI™ ONLY), 720/60p, 480/60p, 480/60i

Audio Features

  • 5.1 Channel Audio Out : Yes
  • 5.1ch Through Out (Handycam) : Yes
  • Alternate Audio (Digital) : yes
  • Audio Out : Fixed
  • Auto Mute (on no signal) : Yes
  • Auto SAP : 20FM/10AM
  • Clear Voice : Yes
  • Dolby® : Dolby® Digital
  • Invisible Speaker : Yes
  • Sound Mode : Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice, Custom
  • SteadySound® Automatic Volume Control : Yes
  • Stereo System : MTS
  • Surround Effect : Cinema, Music, Live Sports, Game

Display

  • Aspect Ratio : 16:9
  • Display Resolution : Full HD 1080(1920x1080)
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio : 150,000:1
  • Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 40"
  • Viewing Angle (Right/Left) : 178(89/89)
  • Viewing Angle (Up/Down) : 178(89/89)

General Features

  • Closed Captions (CC) : Analog, Digital
  • Finish (Surface Color) : PianoBlack
  • HDMI™ InstaPort : Yes
  • Start Up Sony Logo Display : Yes

Recycled & Recyclable Materials

  • Packaging Materials : Recycled Carton (more than 20%)
  • Printed Materials : FSC Certified
  • Product Materials : Recycled Carton (more than 40%)

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Labor / 1 Year Parts

Video Features

  • 24p True Cinema™ Technology : Yes
  • 3D Comb Filter : Yes
  • 4:3 Default : Yes
  • Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) : Yes
  • Auto Wide : Yes
  • CineMotion® Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology : Yes
  • Cinema Mode : Yes
  • Live Color™ Technology : Yes
  • MPEG Noise Reduction : Yes
  • Motionflow™ Technology : 120Hz
  • Picture Mode : Vivid, Standard, Cinema
  • Video Processing : BRAVIA Engine 2™ Technology
  • Wide Mode : Normal, Zoom, Wide Zoom, Full (Full1-2 for PC)

In the Box

  • AC Power Cord (attached)
  • Remote Control (RM-YD034)
  • Table Top Stand (separate, assembly required)
  • Batteries (Type AAA x2)

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  1. Works with other BRAVIA® Sync or Theatre Sync™ labeled home audio/video products when connected via HDMI™ interface.
  2. HDMI cable required, sold separately.
  3. Limited to resolutions supported by both the PC and the Sony TV. See Sony TV user’s manual and PC documentation for supported resolutions.

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