RS-232C and IR-in
Allows flexible control capabilites in custom and advanced installations.
Sleek design
Sony's frameless design consists of an elegant sheet of glass stretching from edge-to-edge. It looks just as good when it's off as it does when it's on.
OptiContrast Panel
Sony's exclusive panel technology boosts contrast and brightness, making for an enhanced viewing experience.
Corning Gorilla Glass
Enjoy an incredibly durable, remarkably lightweight, frameless design with Corning's exclusive Gorilla Glass. Combined with the Opti-Contrast panel, this HDTV boosts contrast, increases brightness and minimizes unwanted light reflections.
Intelligent Peak LED Backlight
Experience Sony's best picture quality and extraordinary contrast with full-array local dimming technology. This innovative technology consists of an array of LED lights that adjust the bright and dark levels in each area of the screen for more precise control of the picture.
Internet Streaming & Connectivity
Sony Internet TV: Get instant access to must-have entertainment, including thousands of hit movies, TV shows, music choices, online videos and games.1 Plus get new apps delivered to you automatically, so your selection is never outdated and you are always connected to the best entertainment.
Skype Ready: Easily connect to family and friends live on your HDTV wherever they are with Skype! Enjoy free high definition Skype-to'Skype video calls from the comfort of your living room. Simply attach the Sony compact microphone/camera (CMU-BR100, required, sold separately) and see your friends on the big screen ' it's unlike any experience you could get on a PC.
Integrated Wi-Fi:Conveniently stream entertainment straight from the Internet and from your home network using the built-in Wi-Fi.
DLNA Streaming: Access and share photos, videos and music on your TV by streaming them from compatible DLNA device like your PC or Playstation 3 system.
X-Reality PRO Engine
Enjoy Sony's best picture experience no matter what you're watching. Sony's X-Reality PRO engine brings out incredible detail through multi-frame, pixel-by-pixel analysis of each scene. You will see optimal color, contrast and sharpness including in low resolution web videos.
See It All in 3D
Enjoy incredible depth and a sharp, Full HD 1080p picture from the leader in 3D technology. Plus easy set up with built-in 3D sync transmitter. (3D Active Glasses required, sold separately)
Motionflow XR 960 technology
Experience stunning motion clarity with Sony's Motionflow XR 960 technology. The combination of full-array LED backlighting and high frame-rate technology reduces blur caused by quick camera movements and enhances image sharpness. See smooth motion during fast action movies and an overall clearer picture.
Intelligent Presence Sensor
Enjoy an incredibly customized picture and sound experience every time. Sony's Intelligent Presence Sensor uses built-in Face Detection technology to turn itself off if no one is watching, warns children when they're too close to the screen and adjusts picture and sound based on where people are sitting in the room.
Ambient Sensor
Incredible picture in any lighting. The built-in Ambient Sensor automatically adjusts the TV's color and brightness based on the room's lighting conditions giving you a natural looking picture.
Media Remote App.
Download the free Media Remote app and use your iPhone or Android phone as a versatile remote control with full QWERTY keyboard.4
Navigation Made Easy
Enjoy an easy-to-use menu that allows you to navigate additional content or adjust the picture settings while watching your favorite program.
Energy Saving Switch
Even when turned off, most electronics are still using energy if they are plugged in. With Sony's Energy Saving Switch you can easily eliminate this standby power without the fuss of plugging and unplugging the cord. When the switch is turned in the 'OFF' position it reduces the television's standby power to nearly nothing.
Faster Start-Up
Quick Start & Viewing feature enables this Sony television to go from 'OFF' to 'ON' 2-3 times faster than previous Sony televisions.
USB Photos, Videos & Music
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.
BRAVIA Sync Compatible
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 when connected via HDMI.
3D Features
2D to 3D Conversion: Yes
3D: Yes
3D Sync Transmitter Integrated: Yes
Audio
Audio Power Output: 10W + 10W + 10W
Speaker Configuration: 2.1
Speaker Position: Rear Facing
Audio Features
5.1 Channel Audio Out: Yes
5.1ch Through Out (Handycam): Yes
Alternate Audio (Digital): Yes
Audio Out: Fixed/Variable
Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes
Auto SAP: Yes
Clear Phase Speaker: Yes
Dolby: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pulse
Headphone/Speaker Link: Yes
Invisible Speaker (w/Sound Elevation): Yes
S-Master: Yes
Sony Original Surround: S-Force Front Surround 3D
Sound Booster: Yes
Sound Enhancer: Yes
Sound Mode: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice, Custom
Stereo System: MTS
Surround Effect: Cinema, Sports, Music, Game
Broadcast Features
TV Guide On-Screen: Yes
Convenience Features
Auto Shut-off: Yes
BRAVIA Sync: Yes
Channel Block (with password): Analog & Digital
Channel Jump: Yes
Channel Surf: Yes
Control for HDMI (HDMI CEC): Yes
Distance Alert: Yes
Edit Channel Labels: Yes
Info Banner: Yes
Input Skip: Automatic
Label Inputs: Yes
Multiple Language Display: English, French, Spanish
On-Screen Clock: Yes
On-Screen Display for External Input: Yes
On-Screen Operating Instructions: Yes
On/Off Timer: Yes
PAP (Fixed or Variable): PAP(Variable)
PIP (Picture in Picture): Yes
Panorama(Naming TBD): Yes
Parental Control: Yes
Picture Adjustments Lock: Yes
Picture Frame Mode: Yes
Position Control: Yes
Quick Start & Viewing: Yes
Scene Select: Photo, Music, Cinema, Game, Graphics, Sports, Animation
Show/Hide Channels: Yes
Skin Naturalizer: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes
Twin Picture: PAP (Variable)
USB Application(s): Yes
White Balance: Yes
Customizing Capability
Control via IR In: Yes
RS-232C Control: Yes
Design Features
6 degree Upward Style: Yes
Illuminated Sony Logo: Yes
Monolithic Design: Yes
Stand Swivel: Yes
Stand Swivel Range: Left 20'/Right 20'
Stand Tilt: Yes
Stand Tilt Range: 0'- 6' Flexible
Display
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Display Resolution: Full HD 1080p
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: Infinite6
Panel Frequency: 240Hz
Screen Size (measured diagonally): 55" (54.6")
Viewing Angle (Right/Left): 178 (89/89)
Viewing Angle (Up/Down): 178 (89/89)
Display Features
Backlight Type: Intelligent Peak LED
Display Device: LCD
OptiContrast Panel: Yes
Energy Saving & Efficiency
Backlight Off Mode: Yes
Dynamic Backlight Control: Yes
Energy Saving Switch: Yes
Energy Star compliant: Yes (Exceeds v5.0)
Power Consumption (On Mode) for Energy Star: 107W
Power Consumption (Standby Mode) for Energy Star: 0.30W
General Features
Audio Return Channel: Yes
Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital
Finish (Surface Color): Black
HDMI InstaPort: Yes
New GUI: Yes
Start Up Sony Logo Display: Yes
Inputs and Outputs
AC Power Input: 1 (Rear)
Analog Audio Input(s) (Total): 2 (Adaptor/Bottom)
Audio Out: 1(Side) Hybrid w/HP
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s): 1 (Adaptor/Bottom/Hybrid)
Composite Video Input(s): 2 (Adaptor/Bottom/1 Hybrid )
Digital Audio Output(s): 1 (Side)
Ethernet Connection(s): 1 (Bottom)
HDMI Connection(s) (Total): 4 (2 Side/2 Bottom)
HDMI PC Input: Yes
Headphone Output(s): 1(Side) Hybrid w/Audio out
IR Input(s): 1 (Rear)
PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini): D-Sub 1(Side), Mini 1(Rear)
RF Connection Input(s): 1 (Bottom)
RS-232C Input(s): 1 (Bottom)
USB 2.0: 2 (Side)
Measurements (Approx.)
Package Carton (W x H x D): 1429x908x179 mm / 56 3/8x35 3/4x7 1/8 inch
TV only (W x H x D): 1278x771x38(36.4) mm / 50 3/8x30 3/8x1 1/2(1 7/16) inch
TV with Stand (W x H x D): 1278x803x308 mm / 50 3/8x31 5/8x12 1/4 inch
Network Features
BRAVIA Internet Video: Yes
BRAVIA Internet Widgets: Yes
DLNA: Yes
DLNA: Yes
HTML Browser: Yes
Media Remote: Yes (Firmware Update Required)
Photo MAP: Yes
Skype: Yes
TrackID: Yes
Video Search: Yes
What's New: Yes (Firmware Update Required)
Wi-Fi Certified: Yes
Wi-Fi Direct: Yes (Firmware Update Required)
Wireless LAN: Integrated
Power
Power Consumption (in Download Acquisition Mode): 0.02kWh / Day
Power Consumption (in Operation) max.: 179W
Power Consumption (in Standby): 120V : 0.30W
Power Requirements (frequency): 60Hz
Power Requirements (voltage): AC 120V
Recycled & Recyclable Materials
Packaging Materials: Recycled Carton (more than 40%)
Regulation and Standards Compliance
VESA Hole Pitch: 300 x 300 mm
VESA Hole Spacing Compatible: Yes
Sensing Features
Ambient Sensor: Yes
Intelligent Presence Sensor: Yes
Presence Sensor with Face Detection: Yes
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: 18 Months Parts / 18 Months Labor
TV System
Channel Coverage: VHF: 2-13, UHF: 14-69, CATV: 1-135
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): Clear QAM
Tuner (Terrestrial): ATSC
Video
Video Signal: 1080/24p (HDMI only), 1080/60i, 1080/60p (HDMI / Component), 720/60p, 480/60i, 480/60p
Video Features
24p True Cinema Technology: Yes
3D Comb Filter: Yes
4:3 Default: Yes
Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE): Yes
Auto Wide: Yes
Blinking Type: Line Blinking
CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology: Yes
Deep Color: Yes
Intelligent MPEG Noise Reduction: Yes
Live Color Technology: Yes
Motionflow Technology: XR 960
PhotoTV HD: Yes
Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom, Cinema, Game-Standard, Game-Original, Graphics, Sports, Animation
Video Processing: X-Reality PRO Engine
Wide Mode: Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom, Caption, Normal/Full1/Full2 for PC
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.): 50 3/8 x 30 3/8 x 1 1/2" (1278 x 771 x 38mm) without stand; 50 3/8 x 31 5/8 x 12 1/4" (1278 x 803 x 308mm) with stand
Packaging (Approx.): 56 3/8 x 35 3/4 x 7 1/8" (1429 x 908 x 179mm); 86 lbs (39Kg)
Weight (Approx.): 57.5 lbs (26.1Kg) without stand; 69.7 lbs (31.6Kg) with stand
Comparison Chart
800-572-3224
