Sony XBR-55X900A 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD 120Hz 3D LED U HD TV sony 4k hd led tv sony 4k tv,compare and buy price same day delivery, product review
Product Features
Size: 55-Inch
4K Ultra HD 4 times more detail than Full HD 1080p
4K X-Reality PRO Picture Engine with up scaling to 4K
Front-facing speakers with 65 Watts of powerful sound
TRILUMINOS display with more brilliant colors than ever
Dynamic Edge LED backlight for amazing contrast
Product Information
Size: 55-Inch
Technical Details
Brand Name Sony
Item Weight 73 pounds
Product Dimensions 2 x 57.6 x 29.5 inches
Item model number XBR-55X900A
Specification Met Energy Star
Additional Information
ASIN B00BSREPRS
Customer Reviews 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews 7 reviews3.9 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #9,805 in Electronics (See top 100)
Shipping Weight 90 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
Date First Available April 7, 2013
Technical Details
Size: 55-Inch
Brand Name: Sony
Model: XBR-55X900A
Display Technology: LED
Display Size: 55 inches
Image Aspect Ratio: 16:09
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Product Description
Size: 55-Inch
From the Manufacturer
Enhance the quality of everything you watch with a picture that’s four times clearer than regular HD1, plus more depth and shades of color than you’ve ever seen on a TV before. Add in 65 watts3 of powerful, cinematic sound plus Wi-Fi connectivity5 and it’s the highest resolution, most immersive experience we’ve ever created. See the world in 4K Ultra HD and never look back.
Technology
Four times clearer than HD
See more on TV than ever before with over 8 million individual pixels (3,840 x 2,160) compared to about 2 million (1,920 x 1,080) on your current HDTV1. Advanced picture processing also ensures that every one of those pixels displays images with superb brightness and authentic detail. It’s the highest resolution picture Sony has ever produced on a TV.
Everything enhanced
Suddenly, everything looks better. Now even old movies and smartphone video clips are enhanced with stunning results. The new 4K X-Reality PRO chip enhances HD (or lower resolution) images by analyzing and refining images with beautifully natural detail and astounding color. The latest Reality Creation database and Super Resolution processing breathes new life into everything you see with phenomenal 4K (3,840 x 2,160) resolution2.
More brilliant color than
ever before
Spoil yourself with the widest color spectrum we’ve ever offered on a television. Unique to Sony, TRILUMINOS Display technology creates incredibly true, natural shades of colors—just the way you want them. Hard-to-reproduce reds, aqua blues and emerald greens are displayed beautifully, so landscapes and seascapes look more vivid. Faces look better, too, with natural skin tones. It’s all thanks to a new TRILUMINOS Display that gives images a heightened sense of depth.
Well-connected
Stream beautiful video from favorite sites like Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, YouTube and HuluPlus with built-in Wi-Fi5. And connect to even more movies, music and apps by wirelessly mirroring what’s on your compatible Android smartphone11. Put simply, if it’s on your phone, it’s on your TV.
The dynamic LED difference
It's all about perfecting a natural look. Dynamic Edge LED backlighting with local dimming delivers pitch-black night scenes and illuminates bright scenes that pop with vibrant color. Rather than illuminating the entire screen, contrast is boosted in just the right areas for a more realistic picture.
Sound innovation
These aren’t the TV speakers you’re used to. Unique to Sony TVs, Magnetic Fluid Speaker technology allows a thinner, more efficient loudspeaker that offers faithful reproduction of high-fidelity sound. The front-facing speaker system directs sound right at you with 65 Watts3 of power. S-Force Front Surround 3D simulates 5.1 sound, with an enlarged sweet spot that everyone in the room can enjoy.
More ways to experience home entertainment
Blu-ray just got better. When a movie is mastered in 4K with expanded color and presented in high definition on Blu-ray, it's truly something special. It's everything you love about Blu-ray-spectacular high definition picture and sound-optimized for your 4K Ultra HD TV.
• Created from the highest quality 4K source materials with expanded color
• High bit-rate digital transfer for optimal HD experience
• New expanded color delivers a more vibrant and dynamic picture
• Ideal for playback on 4K Ultra HD TVs - also showcases excellent quality on standard HDTVs
• Plays on all Blu-ray players and PlayStation3's
• Sony Pictures film restoration experts have meticulously worked on each title to ensure they meet the latest quality standards for 4K presentation
*Expanded color requires xvYCC-capable TV and Blu-ray player
Sony 4K Media Player
Movies in 4K Ultra HD
Get the most out of your 4K Ultra HD TV with feature films in true 4K resolution only from Sony. The 4K Media Player (sold separately) comes preloaded with 10 feature films and video shorts. Coming soon is the Sony 4K network video service offering access to a library of 4K movies and TV show titles12 – Available 2013.
Additional features
Lifelike motion
When you watch a kickoff at the stadium, the ball doesn’t blur from left to right. Recreating natural motion with reduced judder and less blur, Motionflow XR 960 helps you see each end-over-end rotation by taking motion clarity beyond refresh rates, which are only measured in Hz, to quadruple the motion effect so you see everything as if you were there.
Your smartphone, now on TV
Movies, music and apps from your smartphone can now be viewed big on your TV. With three ways to connect Android phones and tablets to the X900A, Sony is helping you add value to the entertainment you already own.
1. Using a Mobile High Definition Link cable, you can connect your smartphone to the TV to literally “mirror” what’s seen on the smartphone screen. Video, photos and apps are re-sized and scaled to fit the larger TV screen. You can then use the TV remote to navigate the phone, while it’s charging from the TV10.
2. Using screen mirroring technology, you can connect phones that are Miracast enabled to the TV11.
3. Using One-touch mirroring with NFC technology, briefly place your compatible Xperia smartphone to the one-touch remote. You’ll instantly be able to view exactly what is on your smartphone’s screen on the TV4.
Custom control installations
RS-232C and IR-in for custom
control installations.
Go way beyond cable with
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wirelessly stream beautiful, HD entertainment straight from the Internet or your home network using built-in Wi-Fi connectivity and open the door to the endless entertainment of Sony Entertainment Network, where thousands of movies, TV shows, online videos, games and music are always at your fingertips. By connecting to the Internet you can access Full HD 1080p entertainment, 3D content and made-for-TV apps like Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, Pandora, YouTube, Facebook and more5.
3D immersion
There's 3D, then there's 3D with 4K (3,840 x 2,160). Life-like 3D images emerge from the 4K screen screen with realism that makes your heart race. The level of detail is absolutely stunning—it's the closest thing to a 3D theater in your living room. Light, comfortable, passive 3D glasses offer superb image quality and a noticeable step above anything you've ever experienced at home6.
Twice the fun: 2‐player games with no split screen
Say goodbye to split screen. Now you and a friend can both experience your own big-screen view of the action as you play nail-biting games on your PlayStation3 system. SimulView gaming presents two separate Full HD pictures: each player watches independently through light easy to wear optional Simulview glasses that don’t need batteries7. There’s already a growing choice of SimulView game titles available.
Control your TV with your smartphone or tablet
Get more from watching television with TV SideView. Control the TV or browse the channel guide with your smartphone or tablet (Android or iOS), all without having to minimize what you’re watching on the TV. Learn more about the show you’re watching right now, like cast and episode details. Search what’s available to watch on TV, internet videos and apps like Netflix. Once you find what you want to watch, you can select to view it on the TV. Make TV viewing more social by Tweeting about the show from your mobile device8.
Photos are better with 4K
See more details in your DSLR photos (8MP+) with 4K resolution (3,840 x 2,160). View, share and edit photo memories with PlayMemories Studio software and your PlayStation3 system on the TV screen. Scroll effortlessly through your image collection. Pinpoint images by date and time, smiles or location. Everything’s smooth and speedy, thanks to the immense processing power of the PlayStation3 system9.
Life-sized video calls
It's like they're in the room with you. Skype video calls bring your family and friends closer than ever as they appear as large as life on your big screen—for free5. Just connect the easy-to-use Skype camera (sold separately) for a face-to-face look at the caller on the beauty of your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV.
Onboard manual
You will never lose your TV manual again. The iManual is available through the menu system on the TV – always there if you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 1080p and 4K?
4K Ultra HD TVs deliver more than 4 times the resolution of 1080P HDTVs. On a 1080p HDTV, there are over 2 million pixels that make up the image while on a 4K Ultra HD TV, there are over 8 million pixels. The resolution of an HDTV is 1,920 X 1,080 (horizontal X vertical) while the resolution of a 4K Ultra HD TV is 3,840 X 2,160 (horizontal X Vertical). Since there are 4 times more pixels, 4K Ultra HD TVs can more easily reproduce the smallest details. Due to this increased resolution, you can now sit closer to a larger TV screen and enjoy a clearer picture.
Will my regular cable programming, Blu-ray Discs, DVDs, and streaming entertainment appear different on my 4K Ultra HD TV?
Yes. The Sony 4K Ultra HD TVs enhance the picture quality of everything you watch with Sony’s exclusive upscaling technology. The Sony 4K X-Reality PRO Picture engine analyzes and refines images from all sources. Your TV shows, movies, sports, and streaming entertainment will look better. And with more than 7,000 Blu-ray discs on the market, there is plenty of movie content to enjoy at home, now upscaled to near 4K.
How close to the TV must I sit to appreciate 4K?
The short answer is that between 5 and 6 ft. is the ideal viewing distance for a 55” or 65” Sony 4K Ultra HD TV.
However, on a 55“, you can now sit as close as 3.6 ft and enjoy a visibly smoother and more detailed picture (e.g you won’t see the individual pixels). On a 65“ TV, you can sit as close as 4.2 ft. to appreciate 4K.
Since the pixels on a 4K Ultra HD TV are four times smaller than on an HDTV, it becomes harder to see them. In fact, you can sit closer to a 65” Sony 4K Ultra HDTV than you can to a 35” HDTV. When you sit closer to the screen, you feel like you are immersed in the action. You get the same visual impact as you would sitting in the best seat at a movie theater.
What can I currently watch in true 4K? In near-4K?
For your immediate enjoyment of your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV, Sony’s exclusive upscaling technology, ensures that everything you watch will be enhanced on the Sony 4K TV. The TVs display four times the detail of regular HD TVs so whether you’re watching broadcast TV, Blu-ray Disc movies, streaming entertainment, or home video clips shot with a smart phone, the 4K X-Reality PRO picture engine enhances the picture quality experience.
Starting in May, 2013, customers can purchase a select number of Sony Pictures Blu-ray titles optimized for 4K Ultra HDTVs. These HD titles were created from the highest quality 4K source materials with expanded color for a more vibrant and dynamic picture. They play on all Blu-ray players and PlayStation 3’s. They are the ideal Blu-ray Disc solution for new 4K Ultra HD TV owners and great for Blu-ray collectors as they also display excellent picture quality on standard HDTVs. These titles include: Angels and Demons, The Other Guys, Taxi Driver, The Amazing Spider-Man, Spider-Man, Ghostbusters, Glory, Battle: Los Angeles, Karate Kid (2010) and more are scheduled to release later in 2013.
Starting in the Summer of 2013, customers who own the Sony 55“ or 65“ 4K Ultra HD TV will also be able to buy the Sony 4K Media Player bundled with 10 feature films and video shorts in true 4K resolution. Later in 2013, the same 4K Media Player will also support a fee-based network video service offering a library of 4K titles for download.
When will more 4K content be available?
Native 4K content is quickly being adopted by Hollywoods‘ leading filmmakers. In addition, many studios are investing in the 4K restoration of films in their libraries. Films originally shot with 35MM film can be re-mastered in native 4K resolution. In addition, broadcasters and cable companies are investing in 4K technologies to be able to deliver more 4K content expeirences to consumers at home.
What device options do I have to enjoy 4K? Do I need a 4K Blu-ray Disc player and 4K receiver to enjoy my 4K Ultra HD TV?
You can start enjoying your 4K Ultra HD TV with your current Home theatre components. No new devices are needed. You do not need a 4K upscaling Blu-ray player or receiver to use with your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV.
Your current Blu-ray Disc player, cable signal or even your personal photos and videos make for ideal content to view on your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV. You are already creating 4K content when you take pictures on an 8 MP camera, and now you can finally enjoy the full detail of your photos on the big screen.
Coming later in 2013, you can enjoy feature films in true 4K resolution with the Sony 4K Media Player. It will come preloaded with feature films and video shorts. Sony will also launch a Sony 4K network video service offering access to a library of 4K movies and TV show titles12.
What other 4K products and services does Sony manufacture?
As Sony did with the transition to HD, Sony is leading the way with the transition to 4K from the lens to the living room, including:
The world’s most extensive line of 4K digital motion picture cameras including the F65, PMW-F5 and PMW-F55 cameras
Complete line-up of 4K professional monitors and projectors
Industry training at the Digital Motion Picture Center at Sony Pictures Studios
Sony Vegas Pro software performs 4K nonlinear editing
Sony Pictures Colorworks is Hollywood’s leading house for 4K post production
Sony Pictures is releasing films like the 2013 After Earth starring Will Smith in 4K Digital Cinema and investing in 4K restorations of classics like Lawrence of Arabia and Taxi Driver
Sony is the world leader in 4K Digital Cinema servers and projectors with over 13,000 systems installed
Sony has a consumer line-up including a 4K Home front projector, A/V receivers with 4K pass-through, Blu-ray Disc players with 4K upscaling, and now a line-up of 4K Ultra HD TVs
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*Screen size measured diagonally: 70” class (69.5” diag.) 65" Class (64.5" diag.), 55" Class (54.6" diag.), 32" Class (31.5" diag.)
X900A
65*/55* W900A
55* W802A
55*/ 47 W650A
32* R550A
70*/ 60/ 50* R520A
60 R450A
40 R400A
32*
Display Resolution 4K Ultra HD1 Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p HD 720p
Picture Engine 4K X-Reality
PRO X-Reality
PRO X-Reality
PRO X-Reality
PRO Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer
TRILUMINOS Display - - - - - -
LED Backlight Dynamic
Edge LED Dynamic
Edge LED Dynamic
Edge LED Edge LED Edge LED Edge LED Direct LED Direct LED
Motion Clarity Motionflow
XR 960 Motionflow
XR 960 Motionflow
XR 480 Motionflow
XR 240 Motionflow
XR 240 Motionflow
XR 240 Motionflow
XR 120 Motionflow
XR 120
3D6 Passive 3D Active 3D Passive 3D - Passive 3D - - -
One-Touch Mirroring (NFC)4 Optional - - - - -
TV SideView Compatible - - - -
Skype5 Video Calling - - - -
Wi-Fi5 Built-in
(Netflix, Pandora, YouTube,
HuluPlus & more) - -
Screen Mirroring (Miracast)11 - -
Screen Mirroring (MHL)11
Sound Enhancements Magnetic Fluid (65W3 Power) Long Duct Speaker Cabinet Bass Reflex Speaker Cabinet Bass Reflex Speaker Cabinet - - - -
Quartz–Cut Design - - - - -
1. Actual panel resolution of XBR‐X900A 4K Ultra HD TV is 3,840 x 2,160 pixels (in 16:9 aspect ratio). HDTVs have a panel resolution of 1,920 x 1080 pixels.
2. Simulated 4K image will vary based on source content.
3. 65 Watts total power (20+20+12.5+12.5)
4. Requires compatible Near Field Communication (NFC)-enabled Xperia smartphone. Certain formats are not supported.
5. Broadband speed of at least 2.5 Mbps recommended (10 Mbps for HD). Content subject to change and may require fees. Wireless connectivity requires 802.11 home network (802.11n recommended). Skype requires CMU-BR100 camera sold separately. Subject to Skype's terms and conditions
6. Requires 3D content, HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) and 3D active glasses sold separately.
7. PS3 system and SimulView glasses sold separately.
8. Requires active internet connection and devices connected to the same wireless home network.
9. Requires PS3 system, PlayMemories Studio software and HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) sold separately.
10. Requires Mobile High Definition Link-compatible smartphone to be connected to the TV with a Mobile High Definition Link cable, sold separately.
11. Requires smartphone with Wi-Fi certified Miracast technology . Certain formats are not supported.
12. Ethernet connection required. Fees may apply for 4K networked video service.
Product Description
Enhance the quality of everything you watch with a picture that's four times clearer than regular HD, plus more depth and shades of color than you've ever seen on a TV before. Add in 65 watts of powerful, cinematic sound plus Wi-Fi connectivity and it's the highest resolution, most immersive experience Sony has ever created. See the world in 4K Ultra HD and never look back.
Features Dynamic Edge LED backlight for amazing contrast Experience precise motion clarity with Motionflow XR 960 Your smartphone screen on TV with NFC screen mirroring (requires smartphone with NFC) Movies, music & apps on Sony Entertainment Network (requires Broadband connection) RS-232 and IR in for custom control installs Enjoy Full HD 3D with 4 pairs of passive glasses (requires 3D content) SimulView technology presents twice the fun - 2 player games with no split screen TV SideView app to control your TV and channel guide See more details in your DSLR photos (8MP+) with 4K resolutionSpecifications Screen Size (measured diagonally) - 55.0 (54.6) Aspect Ratio - 16 - 9 Display Resolution - 4K (3840x2160) Dynamic Contrast Ratio - over 1 million Viewing Angle - 178 (89/89) Backlight Type - LED Dimming Type - Local Dimming Display Device - LCD OptiContrast Panel - Yes Triluminos Display - Yes 3D - Passive & Simulated 3D Illumination LED - Yes Sense of QUARTZ - Yes Motionflow Technology - Motionflow XR 960 Video Processing - 4K X-Reality PRO LightSensor Technology - Yes Dynamic Backlight Control - Yes Stand Design - Circle / Chrome Plating Speaker Configuration - 2.2ch, Two way speaker[Tweeter(18mm)x2, Woofer(Magnetic Fluid Speaker, 80mm)x2] + Sub Woofer(70mm)x2 Speaker Power - 12.5W+12.5W+20W+20W TV System - M, Clear QAM, ATSC Network - BIVL, DLNA Content, Google TV Sync, Opera Browser, Screen Mirroring, Seamless Streaming, Skype Ready, Son
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5.0 out of 5 stars You WILL be dazzled!!! May 19, 2013
By Marty Gillis TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE
Size Name:65-InchI have purchased 7 HDTV's in the last 8 years from manufactures that included Sony, Pioneer (8th Gen Kuro) Mitsubishi and LG. I have tried to find a display that was sharp, clear, colorful AND as free of screen defects as humanly possible. (such as banding, dirty screen effect, panel uniformity issues, motion quality and the dreaded flashlighting)
Of course the 4K screen resolution and new 4K X-Reality PRO chip were a huge draw for me and I was very hopeful that THIS HDTV would take care of MOST of my concerns. Knowing there is currently no such thing as a "Perfect" panel, I set my expectations into neutral and went shopping!
For those who know their stuff, let me cut to the chase right here and now. YES you can definitely SEE the improvement on this panel when 1080p (or lower) images are upconverted by this Sony. Yes, the 4K demo material will thrill you, but your current collection and broadcast/cable HD will visibly benefit from the higher resolution. Discerning eyes will see it IMMEDIATLY. Of course it can only do so much for poor material, garbage in, 4K upconverted garbage out. But feed this thing some good to great source material and prepare TO BE DAZZLED! My best DVD's look VERY good on it. IS it 4 times as good as your full HD 1080p panel? No, it is not. Is it a noticeable improvement? ABSOLUTELY! Is it worth the price increase to get this improvement? Well, that depends on how important a great picture is to you.
EDIT*** After posting this review I went to read the first one that was posted here on Amazon and it seems both THEY and MYSELF brought in our Oppo's to try this TV out on OUR terms. HA HA And I thought I was the only fanatic out there! Guess again!!
<<My apologies to delicateflower152 just in case he/she feels their review has been lifted>> Great minds think alike, etc.
I had the opportunity to check this truly awesome display out thoroughly over a 3 day period at my local Big Box Store before making a purchasing decision. I brought a number of source materials, including 1080p MKV files , Blu Ray and DVD titles of my choosing. The sources were all chosen to expose any flaws in the display and highlight it's strong points. After phoning first to make sure it was ok, I brought my Oppo BDP-105 and played some discs as well as files from a large thumb drive. The salesperson was starting to get tired of me after few days but there was just no way I would buy this thing cold, not at this price.
I set the Oppo output to "Source Direct" to check out the Sony's upscaling power, then tried using the Oppo's 4K upscaling from it's Marvell chip. The results were inconclusive. The picture looked equally as good with either combination and while there were a few minor differences in the image using the same source materials, either combination was a winning one! By keeping the Oppo's Marvell engaged you have all the picture tweaking options available for problematic source material so I will run it that way.
This TV looks GREAT in person! Much better than the pictures. I couldn't believe how cool it looked. I was immediately grabbed by the COLOR on this panel. I can only describe it as being MORE and BETTER than what I had seen before. Seemingly infinite shades of Red, Blue, Green, Yellow and more. Gorgeous, rich and thick. The word I am looking for here is L U S H ! Yep, the colors are LUSH, no doubt about it!!
I find I can see the extra clarity and detail on the 65 inch from as far as 6 to 8 feet . I don;t have to look for it or squint to see it. For me the optimal viewing distance is about 6 feet, right in the middle to screen and with the height of the TV set so that my eye level measures exactly in the CENTER of the screen both vertically and horizontally. Once you get yourself in the 'Sweet Spot" with this thing, you will be sucked right into the action. Any good Blu ray just soars PLUS any holdovers from your DVD collection are gonna look even better than a standard 1080p upconvert. The algorithms in the new X Reality Pro chip are superior to any other upconverting scheme I have seen since I started with HDTVs back in 2005. The results are simply and clearly superior to any other brand I have seen or owned. Black levels are not as deep as the best plasmas or even as deep as the Sharp Elite but they are so close it really doesn't matter to me. With the improved color performance, outstanding upconverting and amazing motion handling, (not to mention the new higher resolution) this panel is priced very fairly for what you get. ULTRA HD is a very good name for what Sony is giving us here. It truly IS ULTRA HD in every way!
My major worry had to do with visible banding on horizontal pans, clouding and other screen uniformity issues. I picked some scenes from 'Frozen Planet' (lots of solid light colors) to expose just how much banding can be seen with this LCD/LED edge lit display. While still showing SOME of the dreaded horizontal panning induced banding, I must say it has much less than my LG9600 which is billed as a fully back-lit LED and honestly it is ALMOST not there. Pretty strong performance from an edge-lit panel with local dimming!! ("Dynamic Edge" is Sony's name for this)
*** honestly, there is just NO WAY you can build an edge lit set with ZERO banding and PERFECT screen uniformity. The X900A is the BEST edge lit panel I have ever seen , and better than MOST of the full array models I have seen.
Motion is rendered very naturally and I tried a number of actions films including the battle scenes from the original 'Star Wars' , 'The Hobbit' and 'The Amazing Spiderman' and could not spot any hiccups. Nice and fast, very smooth and natural looking. Tried the newest version of 'Casablanca' (B&W of course) to see how well the Grey Scale had been set at the factory and it looks extremely good.
A full professional calibration after the panel has settled in will be in order here. I have the Spears and Munsil disc plus HD DVE and some filters so I can "ballpark" it pretty well for now. Menu choices are plentiful and everything you need is pretty much included so tweakers can go to town with this thing. The TV ships with the factory picture presets looking VERY good, much better picture out of the box than any other brands I have owned lately. Always room for improvement though.
Screen reflection WILL be an issue if you plan to place this unit directly across from windows or lamps. The very best way to view this display is in very low light with no glare inducing lighting near it. IT is fine in a light room, but you will SEE reelections and that is why when I watch, the room is literally blacked out.
HDMI handshakes are quick with no problems connected to my Fios HD DVR , either of my Oppo players or my (no laughing please) Toshiba HD DVD player. I have no need to use the ARC channel as I route my audio thru the 2nd HDMI port on the Oppo but it is there if you DO need it. I have not experienced any sync issues between my DVR and the 65X900A. Although I don't plan to use any apps, I do have the Ethernet connected for firmware updates. If I finally sign up for amazon Prime I will probably start using the Amazon video service since it is FREE at least for now when you are a Prime member.
Sony includes a built in "i Manual" which serves as your onscreen main user manual. It is concise and well organized. The included paper manual is more of an extended quick start guide so the facts you NEED are to be found within the onscreen manual. A very well detailed spec sheet is also available on the Sony web site that will answer many questions you may have.
I never use included remotes for ANYTHING and instead use my Harmony One remote for all devices. The codes for THIS TV are already available in Logitech's software database.
I will say that these panels ( at least the ones I have seen) all appear to be manufactured in Japan and as such have a higher than average build quality and level of precision construction. As such, flashlighting has almost completely been eliminated. As a result of good design and excellent manufacturing, I could discern ZERO flashlighting. It is important to say that while this is a premium model, you MAY have a bit of flashlighting show up as there is usually a slight variation in the manufacturing tolerances from time to time. If yours isn't perfect, Amazon will let you ship it back and try again. (In fact, the return policy Amazon has is in many regards better than most retailers when it comes to getting 100% satisfaction out of a new HDTV)
While I wait for MY new 65X900A to arrive I am watching my current display, the LG 9600 which until this year was the top of the line for that brand, but I am supremely confident it's a very big step forward going with this Sony. I know that being an early adopter is many times fraught with disappointment and it is certain the price of these types of displays will be going down over the next few years. However, at my age and rather poor health I decided I wanted to see 4K NOW (both native and upscaled from my disc collection) The TV finally arrived on the 24th of May!! LG 9600 is being moved to the family room!! Sorry LG, there's a new sheriff in town and his name is Billy Ray Valentine, Ooops,I mean,.... Sony!!!
Most you probably know by now that the 3-D on this set is simply OFF THE HOOK! A passive system that still provides full resolution from your current 3D disc. AS good or better than any theater I have seen 3D in. I did try the onboard media player and it is both functional and intuitive. I have ZERO interest in apps or streaming services and do not plan to use them, being totally old school and buying
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Size: 55-Inch
4K Ultra HD 4 times more detail than Full HD 1080p
4K X-Reality PRO Picture Engine with up scaling to 4K
Front-facing speakers with 65 Watts of powerful sound
TRILUMINOS display with more brilliant colors than ever
Dynamic Edge LED backlight for amazing contrast
Product Information
Size: 55-Inch
Technical Details
Brand Name Sony
Item Weight 73 pounds
Product Dimensions 2 x 57.6 x 29.5 inches
Item model number XBR-55X900A
Specification Met Energy Star
Additional Information
ASIN B00BSREPRS
Customer Reviews 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews 7 reviews3.9 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #9,805 in Electronics (See top 100)
Shipping Weight 90 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
Date First Available April 7, 2013
Technical Details
Size: 55-Inch
Brand Name: Sony
Model: XBR-55X900A
Display Technology: LED
Display Size: 55 inches
Image Aspect Ratio: 16:09
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Product Description
Size: 55-Inch
From the Manufacturer
Enhance the quality of everything you watch with a picture that’s four times clearer than regular HD1, plus more depth and shades of color than you’ve ever seen on a TV before. Add in 65 watts3 of powerful, cinematic sound plus Wi-Fi connectivity5 and it’s the highest resolution, most immersive experience we’ve ever created. See the world in 4K Ultra HD and never look back.
Technology
Four times clearer than HD
See more on TV than ever before with over 8 million individual pixels (3,840 x 2,160) compared to about 2 million (1,920 x 1,080) on your current HDTV1. Advanced picture processing also ensures that every one of those pixels displays images with superb brightness and authentic detail. It’s the highest resolution picture Sony has ever produced on a TV.
Everything enhanced
Suddenly, everything looks better. Now even old movies and smartphone video clips are enhanced with stunning results. The new 4K X-Reality PRO chip enhances HD (or lower resolution) images by analyzing and refining images with beautifully natural detail and astounding color. The latest Reality Creation database and Super Resolution processing breathes new life into everything you see with phenomenal 4K (3,840 x 2,160) resolution2.
More brilliant color than
ever before
Spoil yourself with the widest color spectrum we’ve ever offered on a television. Unique to Sony, TRILUMINOS Display technology creates incredibly true, natural shades of colors—just the way you want them. Hard-to-reproduce reds, aqua blues and emerald greens are displayed beautifully, so landscapes and seascapes look more vivid. Faces look better, too, with natural skin tones. It’s all thanks to a new TRILUMINOS Display that gives images a heightened sense of depth.
Well-connected
Stream beautiful video from favorite sites like Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, YouTube and HuluPlus with built-in Wi-Fi5. And connect to even more movies, music and apps by wirelessly mirroring what’s on your compatible Android smartphone11. Put simply, if it’s on your phone, it’s on your TV.
The dynamic LED difference
It's all about perfecting a natural look. Dynamic Edge LED backlighting with local dimming delivers pitch-black night scenes and illuminates bright scenes that pop with vibrant color. Rather than illuminating the entire screen, contrast is boosted in just the right areas for a more realistic picture.
Sound innovation
These aren’t the TV speakers you’re used to. Unique to Sony TVs, Magnetic Fluid Speaker technology allows a thinner, more efficient loudspeaker that offers faithful reproduction of high-fidelity sound. The front-facing speaker system directs sound right at you with 65 Watts3 of power. S-Force Front Surround 3D simulates 5.1 sound, with an enlarged sweet spot that everyone in the room can enjoy.
More ways to experience home entertainment
Blu-ray just got better. When a movie is mastered in 4K with expanded color and presented in high definition on Blu-ray, it's truly something special. It's everything you love about Blu-ray-spectacular high definition picture and sound-optimized for your 4K Ultra HD TV.
• Created from the highest quality 4K source materials with expanded color
• High bit-rate digital transfer for optimal HD experience
• New expanded color delivers a more vibrant and dynamic picture
• Ideal for playback on 4K Ultra HD TVs - also showcases excellent quality on standard HDTVs
• Plays on all Blu-ray players and PlayStation3's
• Sony Pictures film restoration experts have meticulously worked on each title to ensure they meet the latest quality standards for 4K presentation
*Expanded color requires xvYCC-capable TV and Blu-ray player
Sony 4K Media Player
Movies in 4K Ultra HD
Get the most out of your 4K Ultra HD TV with feature films in true 4K resolution only from Sony. The 4K Media Player (sold separately) comes preloaded with 10 feature films and video shorts. Coming soon is the Sony 4K network video service offering access to a library of 4K movies and TV show titles12 – Available 2013.
Additional features
Lifelike motion
When you watch a kickoff at the stadium, the ball doesn’t blur from left to right. Recreating natural motion with reduced judder and less blur, Motionflow XR 960 helps you see each end-over-end rotation by taking motion clarity beyond refresh rates, which are only measured in Hz, to quadruple the motion effect so you see everything as if you were there.
Your smartphone, now on TV
Movies, music and apps from your smartphone can now be viewed big on your TV. With three ways to connect Android phones and tablets to the X900A, Sony is helping you add value to the entertainment you already own.
1. Using a Mobile High Definition Link cable, you can connect your smartphone to the TV to literally “mirror” what’s seen on the smartphone screen. Video, photos and apps are re-sized and scaled to fit the larger TV screen. You can then use the TV remote to navigate the phone, while it’s charging from the TV10.
2. Using screen mirroring technology, you can connect phones that are Miracast enabled to the TV11.
3. Using One-touch mirroring with NFC technology, briefly place your compatible Xperia smartphone to the one-touch remote. You’ll instantly be able to view exactly what is on your smartphone’s screen on the TV4.
Custom control installations
RS-232C and IR-in for custom
control installations.
Go way beyond cable with
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wirelessly stream beautiful, HD entertainment straight from the Internet or your home network using built-in Wi-Fi connectivity and open the door to the endless entertainment of Sony Entertainment Network, where thousands of movies, TV shows, online videos, games and music are always at your fingertips. By connecting to the Internet you can access Full HD 1080p entertainment, 3D content and made-for-TV apps like Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, Pandora, YouTube, Facebook and more5.
3D immersion
There's 3D, then there's 3D with 4K (3,840 x 2,160). Life-like 3D images emerge from the 4K screen screen with realism that makes your heart race. The level of detail is absolutely stunning—it's the closest thing to a 3D theater in your living room. Light, comfortable, passive 3D glasses offer superb image quality and a noticeable step above anything you've ever experienced at home6.
Twice the fun: 2‐player games with no split screen
Say goodbye to split screen. Now you and a friend can both experience your own big-screen view of the action as you play nail-biting games on your PlayStation3 system. SimulView gaming presents two separate Full HD pictures: each player watches independently through light easy to wear optional Simulview glasses that don’t need batteries7. There’s already a growing choice of SimulView game titles available.
Control your TV with your smartphone or tablet
Get more from watching television with TV SideView. Control the TV or browse the channel guide with your smartphone or tablet (Android or iOS), all without having to minimize what you’re watching on the TV. Learn more about the show you’re watching right now, like cast and episode details. Search what’s available to watch on TV, internet videos and apps like Netflix. Once you find what you want to watch, you can select to view it on the TV. Make TV viewing more social by Tweeting about the show from your mobile device8.
Photos are better with 4K
See more details in your DSLR photos (8MP+) with 4K resolution (3,840 x 2,160). View, share and edit photo memories with PlayMemories Studio software and your PlayStation3 system on the TV screen. Scroll effortlessly through your image collection. Pinpoint images by date and time, smiles or location. Everything’s smooth and speedy, thanks to the immense processing power of the PlayStation3 system9.
Life-sized video calls
It's like they're in the room with you. Skype video calls bring your family and friends closer than ever as they appear as large as life on your big screen—for free5. Just connect the easy-to-use Skype camera (sold separately) for a face-to-face look at the caller on the beauty of your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV.
Onboard manual
You will never lose your TV manual again. The iManual is available through the menu system on the TV – always there if you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 1080p and 4K?
4K Ultra HD TVs deliver more than 4 times the resolution of 1080P HDTVs. On a 1080p HDTV, there are over 2 million pixels that make up the image while on a 4K Ultra HD TV, there are over 8 million pixels. The resolution of an HDTV is 1,920 X 1,080 (horizontal X vertical) while the resolution of a 4K Ultra HD TV is 3,840 X 2,160 (horizontal X Vertical). Since there are 4 times more pixels, 4K Ultra HD TVs can more easily reproduce the smallest details. Due to this increased resolution, you can now sit closer to a larger TV screen and enjoy a clearer picture.
Will my regular cable programming, Blu-ray Discs, DVDs, and streaming entertainment appear different on my 4K Ultra HD TV?
Yes. The Sony 4K Ultra HD TVs enhance the picture quality of everything you watch with Sony’s exclusive upscaling technology. The Sony 4K X-Reality PRO Picture engine analyzes and refines images from all sources. Your TV shows, movies, sports, and streaming entertainment will look better. And with more than 7,000 Blu-ray discs on the market, there is plenty of movie content to enjoy at home, now upscaled to near 4K.
How close to the TV must I sit to appreciate 4K?
The short answer is that between 5 and 6 ft. is the ideal viewing distance for a 55” or 65” Sony 4K Ultra HD TV.
However, on a 55“, you can now sit as close as 3.6 ft and enjoy a visibly smoother and more detailed picture (e.g you won’t see the individual pixels). On a 65“ TV, you can sit as close as 4.2 ft. to appreciate 4K.
Since the pixels on a 4K Ultra HD TV are four times smaller than on an HDTV, it becomes harder to see them. In fact, you can sit closer to a 65” Sony 4K Ultra HDTV than you can to a 35” HDTV. When you sit closer to the screen, you feel like you are immersed in the action. You get the same visual impact as you would sitting in the best seat at a movie theater.
What can I currently watch in true 4K? In near-4K?
For your immediate enjoyment of your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV, Sony’s exclusive upscaling technology, ensures that everything you watch will be enhanced on the Sony 4K TV. The TVs display four times the detail of regular HD TVs so whether you’re watching broadcast TV, Blu-ray Disc movies, streaming entertainment, or home video clips shot with a smart phone, the 4K X-Reality PRO picture engine enhances the picture quality experience.
Starting in May, 2013, customers can purchase a select number of Sony Pictures Blu-ray titles optimized for 4K Ultra HDTVs. These HD titles were created from the highest quality 4K source materials with expanded color for a more vibrant and dynamic picture. They play on all Blu-ray players and PlayStation 3’s. They are the ideal Blu-ray Disc solution for new 4K Ultra HD TV owners and great for Blu-ray collectors as they also display excellent picture quality on standard HDTVs. These titles include: Angels and Demons, The Other Guys, Taxi Driver, The Amazing Spider-Man, Spider-Man, Ghostbusters, Glory, Battle: Los Angeles, Karate Kid (2010) and more are scheduled to release later in 2013.
Starting in the Summer of 2013, customers who own the Sony 55“ or 65“ 4K Ultra HD TV will also be able to buy the Sony 4K Media Player bundled with 10 feature films and video shorts in true 4K resolution. Later in 2013, the same 4K Media Player will also support a fee-based network video service offering a library of 4K titles for download.
When will more 4K content be available?
Native 4K content is quickly being adopted by Hollywoods‘ leading filmmakers. In addition, many studios are investing in the 4K restoration of films in their libraries. Films originally shot with 35MM film can be re-mastered in native 4K resolution. In addition, broadcasters and cable companies are investing in 4K technologies to be able to deliver more 4K content expeirences to consumers at home.
What device options do I have to enjoy 4K? Do I need a 4K Blu-ray Disc player and 4K receiver to enjoy my 4K Ultra HD TV?
You can start enjoying your 4K Ultra HD TV with your current Home theatre components. No new devices are needed. You do not need a 4K upscaling Blu-ray player or receiver to use with your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV.
Your current Blu-ray Disc player, cable signal or even your personal photos and videos make for ideal content to view on your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV. You are already creating 4K content when you take pictures on an 8 MP camera, and now you can finally enjoy the full detail of your photos on the big screen.
Coming later in 2013, you can enjoy feature films in true 4K resolution with the Sony 4K Media Player. It will come preloaded with feature films and video shorts. Sony will also launch a Sony 4K network video service offering access to a library of 4K movies and TV show titles12.
What other 4K products and services does Sony manufacture?
As Sony did with the transition to HD, Sony is leading the way with the transition to 4K from the lens to the living room, including:
The world’s most extensive line of 4K digital motion picture cameras including the F65, PMW-F5 and PMW-F55 cameras
Complete line-up of 4K professional monitors and projectors
Industry training at the Digital Motion Picture Center at Sony Pictures Studios
Sony Vegas Pro software performs 4K nonlinear editing
Sony Pictures Colorworks is Hollywood’s leading house for 4K post production
Sony Pictures is releasing films like the 2013 After Earth starring Will Smith in 4K Digital Cinema and investing in 4K restorations of classics like Lawrence of Arabia and Taxi Driver
Sony is the world leader in 4K Digital Cinema servers and projectors with over 13,000 systems installed
Sony has a consumer line-up including a 4K Home front projector, A/V receivers with 4K pass-through, Blu-ray Disc players with 4K upscaling, and now a line-up of 4K Ultra HD TVs
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*Screen size measured diagonally: 70” class (69.5” diag.) 65" Class (64.5" diag.), 55" Class (54.6" diag.), 32" Class (31.5" diag.)
X900A
65*/55* W900A
55* W802A
55*/ 47 W650A
32* R550A
70*/ 60/ 50* R520A
60 R450A
40 R400A
32*
Display Resolution 4K Ultra HD1 Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p Full HD
1080p HD 720p
Picture Engine 4K X-Reality
PRO X-Reality
PRO X-Reality
PRO X-Reality
PRO Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer
TRILUMINOS Display - - - - - -
LED Backlight Dynamic
Edge LED Dynamic
Edge LED Dynamic
Edge LED Edge LED Edge LED Edge LED Direct LED Direct LED
Motion Clarity Motionflow
XR 960 Motionflow
XR 960 Motionflow
XR 480 Motionflow
XR 240 Motionflow
XR 240 Motionflow
XR 240 Motionflow
XR 120 Motionflow
XR 120
3D6 Passive 3D Active 3D Passive 3D - Passive 3D - - -
One-Touch Mirroring (NFC)4 Optional - - - - -
TV SideView Compatible - - - -
Skype5 Video Calling - - - -
Wi-Fi5 Built-in
(Netflix, Pandora, YouTube,
HuluPlus & more) - -
Screen Mirroring (Miracast)11 - -
Screen Mirroring (MHL)11
Sound Enhancements Magnetic Fluid (65W3 Power) Long Duct Speaker Cabinet Bass Reflex Speaker Cabinet Bass Reflex Speaker Cabinet - - - -
Quartz–Cut Design - - - - -
1. Actual panel resolution of XBR‐X900A 4K Ultra HD TV is 3,840 x 2,160 pixels (in 16:9 aspect ratio). HDTVs have a panel resolution of 1,920 x 1080 pixels.
2. Simulated 4K image will vary based on source content.
3. 65 Watts total power (20+20+12.5+12.5)
4. Requires compatible Near Field Communication (NFC)-enabled Xperia smartphone. Certain formats are not supported.
5. Broadband speed of at least 2.5 Mbps recommended (10 Mbps for HD). Content subject to change and may require fees. Wireless connectivity requires 802.11 home network (802.11n recommended). Skype requires CMU-BR100 camera sold separately. Subject to Skype's terms and conditions
6. Requires 3D content, HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) and 3D active glasses sold separately.
7. PS3 system and SimulView glasses sold separately.
8. Requires active internet connection and devices connected to the same wireless home network.
9. Requires PS3 system, PlayMemories Studio software and HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) sold separately.
10. Requires Mobile High Definition Link-compatible smartphone to be connected to the TV with a Mobile High Definition Link cable, sold separately.
11. Requires smartphone with Wi-Fi certified Miracast technology . Certain formats are not supported.
12. Ethernet connection required. Fees may apply for 4K networked video service.
Product Description
Enhance the quality of everything you watch with a picture that's four times clearer than regular HD, plus more depth and shades of color than you've ever seen on a TV before. Add in 65 watts of powerful, cinematic sound plus Wi-Fi connectivity and it's the highest resolution, most immersive experience Sony has ever created. See the world in 4K Ultra HD and never look back.
Features Dynamic Edge LED backlight for amazing contrast Experience precise motion clarity with Motionflow XR 960 Your smartphone screen on TV with NFC screen mirroring (requires smartphone with NFC) Movies, music & apps on Sony Entertainment Network (requires Broadband connection) RS-232 and IR in for custom control installs Enjoy Full HD 3D with 4 pairs of passive glasses (requires 3D content) SimulView technology presents twice the fun - 2 player games with no split screen TV SideView app to control your TV and channel guide See more details in your DSLR photos (8MP+) with 4K resolutionSpecifications Screen Size (measured diagonally) - 55.0 (54.6) Aspect Ratio - 16 - 9 Display Resolution - 4K (3840x2160) Dynamic Contrast Ratio - over 1 million Viewing Angle - 178 (89/89) Backlight Type - LED Dimming Type - Local Dimming Display Device - LCD OptiContrast Panel - Yes Triluminos Display - Yes 3D - Passive & Simulated 3D Illumination LED - Yes Sense of QUARTZ - Yes Motionflow Technology - Motionflow XR 960 Video Processing - 4K X-Reality PRO LightSensor Technology - Yes Dynamic Backlight Control - Yes Stand Design - Circle / Chrome Plating Speaker Configuration - 2.2ch, Two way speaker[Tweeter(18mm)x2, Woofer(Magnetic Fluid Speaker, 80mm)x2] + Sub Woofer(70mm)x2 Speaker Power - 12.5W+12.5W+20W+20W TV System - M, Clear QAM, ATSC Network - BIVL, DLNA Content, Google TV Sync, Opera Browser, Screen Mirroring, Seamless Streaming, Skype Ready, Son
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
72 of 80 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars You WILL be dazzled!!! May 19, 2013
By Marty Gillis TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE
Size Name:65-InchI have purchased 7 HDTV's in the last 8 years from manufactures that included Sony, Pioneer (8th Gen Kuro) Mitsubishi and LG. I have tried to find a display that was sharp, clear, colorful AND as free of screen defects as humanly possible. (such as banding, dirty screen effect, panel uniformity issues, motion quality and the dreaded flashlighting)
Of course the 4K screen resolution and new 4K X-Reality PRO chip were a huge draw for me and I was very hopeful that THIS HDTV would take care of MOST of my concerns. Knowing there is currently no such thing as a "Perfect" panel, I set my expectations into neutral and went shopping!
For those who know their stuff, let me cut to the chase right here and now. YES you can definitely SEE the improvement on this panel when 1080p (or lower) images are upconverted by this Sony. Yes, the 4K demo material will thrill you, but your current collection and broadcast/cable HD will visibly benefit from the higher resolution. Discerning eyes will see it IMMEDIATLY. Of course it can only do so much for poor material, garbage in, 4K upconverted garbage out. But feed this thing some good to great source material and prepare TO BE DAZZLED! My best DVD's look VERY good on it. IS it 4 times as good as your full HD 1080p panel? No, it is not. Is it a noticeable improvement? ABSOLUTELY! Is it worth the price increase to get this improvement? Well, that depends on how important a great picture is to you.
EDIT*** After posting this review I went to read the first one that was posted here on Amazon and it seems both THEY and MYSELF brought in our Oppo's to try this TV out on OUR terms. HA HA And I thought I was the only fanatic out there! Guess again!!
<<My apologies to delicateflower152 just in case he/she feels their review has been lifted>> Great minds think alike, etc.
I had the opportunity to check this truly awesome display out thoroughly over a 3 day period at my local Big Box Store before making a purchasing decision. I brought a number of source materials, including 1080p MKV files , Blu Ray and DVD titles of my choosing. The sources were all chosen to expose any flaws in the display and highlight it's strong points. After phoning first to make sure it was ok, I brought my Oppo BDP-105 and played some discs as well as files from a large thumb drive. The salesperson was starting to get tired of me after few days but there was just no way I would buy this thing cold, not at this price.
I set the Oppo output to "Source Direct" to check out the Sony's upscaling power, then tried using the Oppo's 4K upscaling from it's Marvell chip. The results were inconclusive. The picture looked equally as good with either combination and while there were a few minor differences in the image using the same source materials, either combination was a winning one! By keeping the Oppo's Marvell engaged you have all the picture tweaking options available for problematic source material so I will run it that way.
This TV looks GREAT in person! Much better than the pictures. I couldn't believe how cool it looked. I was immediately grabbed by the COLOR on this panel. I can only describe it as being MORE and BETTER than what I had seen before. Seemingly infinite shades of Red, Blue, Green, Yellow and more. Gorgeous, rich and thick. The word I am looking for here is L U S H ! Yep, the colors are LUSH, no doubt about it!!
I find I can see the extra clarity and detail on the 65 inch from as far as 6 to 8 feet . I don;t have to look for it or squint to see it. For me the optimal viewing distance is about 6 feet, right in the middle to screen and with the height of the TV set so that my eye level measures exactly in the CENTER of the screen both vertically and horizontally. Once you get yourself in the 'Sweet Spot" with this thing, you will be sucked right into the action. Any good Blu ray just soars PLUS any holdovers from your DVD collection are gonna look even better than a standard 1080p upconvert. The algorithms in the new X Reality Pro chip are superior to any other upconverting scheme I have seen since I started with HDTVs back in 2005. The results are simply and clearly superior to any other brand I have seen or owned. Black levels are not as deep as the best plasmas or even as deep as the Sharp Elite but they are so close it really doesn't matter to me. With the improved color performance, outstanding upconverting and amazing motion handling, (not to mention the new higher resolution) this panel is priced very fairly for what you get. ULTRA HD is a very good name for what Sony is giving us here. It truly IS ULTRA HD in every way!
My major worry had to do with visible banding on horizontal pans, clouding and other screen uniformity issues. I picked some scenes from 'Frozen Planet' (lots of solid light colors) to expose just how much banding can be seen with this LCD/LED edge lit display. While still showing SOME of the dreaded horizontal panning induced banding, I must say it has much less than my LG9600 which is billed as a fully back-lit LED and honestly it is ALMOST not there. Pretty strong performance from an edge-lit panel with local dimming!! ("Dynamic Edge" is Sony's name for this)
*** honestly, there is just NO WAY you can build an edge lit set with ZERO banding and PERFECT screen uniformity. The X900A is the BEST edge lit panel I have ever seen , and better than MOST of the full array models I have seen.
Motion is rendered very naturally and I tried a number of actions films including the battle scenes from the original 'Star Wars' , 'The Hobbit' and 'The Amazing Spiderman' and could not spot any hiccups. Nice and fast, very smooth and natural looking. Tried the newest version of 'Casablanca' (B&W of course) to see how well the Grey Scale had been set at the factory and it looks extremely good.
A full professional calibration after the panel has settled in will be in order here. I have the Spears and Munsil disc plus HD DVE and some filters so I can "ballpark" it pretty well for now. Menu choices are plentiful and everything you need is pretty much included so tweakers can go to town with this thing. The TV ships with the factory picture presets looking VERY good, much better picture out of the box than any other brands I have owned lately. Always room for improvement though.
Screen reflection WILL be an issue if you plan to place this unit directly across from windows or lamps. The very best way to view this display is in very low light with no glare inducing lighting near it. IT is fine in a light room, but you will SEE reelections and that is why when I watch, the room is literally blacked out.
HDMI handshakes are quick with no problems connected to my Fios HD DVR , either of my Oppo players or my (no laughing please) Toshiba HD DVD player. I have no need to use the ARC channel as I route my audio thru the 2nd HDMI port on the Oppo but it is there if you DO need it. I have not experienced any sync issues between my DVR and the 65X900A. Although I don't plan to use any apps, I do have the Ethernet connected for firmware updates. If I finally sign up for amazon Prime I will probably start using the Amazon video service since it is FREE at least for now when you are a Prime member.
Sony includes a built in "i Manual" which serves as your onscreen main user manual. It is concise and well organized. The included paper manual is more of an extended quick start guide so the facts you NEED are to be found within the onscreen manual. A very well detailed spec sheet is also available on the Sony web site that will answer many questions you may have.
I never use included remotes for ANYTHING and instead use my Harmony One remote for all devices. The codes for THIS TV are already available in Logitech's software database.
I will say that these panels ( at least the ones I have seen) all appear to be manufactured in Japan and as such have a higher than average build quality and level of precision construction. As such, flashlighting has almost completely been eliminated. As a result of good design and excellent manufacturing, I could discern ZERO flashlighting. It is important to say that while this is a premium model, you MAY have a bit of flashlighting show up as there is usually a slight variation in the manufacturing tolerances from time to time. If yours isn't perfect, Amazon will let you ship it back and try again. (In fact, the return policy Amazon has is in many regards better than most retailers when it comes to getting 100% satisfaction out of a new HDTV)
While I wait for MY new 65X900A to arrive I am watching my current display, the LG 9600 which until this year was the top of the line for that brand, but I am supremely confident it's a very big step forward going with this Sony. I know that being an early adopter is many times fraught with disappointment and it is certain the price of these types of displays will be going down over the next few years. However, at my age and rather poor health I decided I wanted to see 4K NOW (both native and upscaled from my disc collection) The TV finally arrived on the 24th of May!! LG 9600 is being moved to the family room!! Sorry LG, there's a new sheriff in town and his name is Billy Ray Valentine, Ooops,I mean,.... Sony!!!
Most you probably know by now that the 3-D on this set is simply OFF THE HOOK! A passive system that still provides full resolution from your current 3D disc. AS good or better than any theater I have seen 3D in. I did try the onboard media player and it is both functional and intuitive. I have ZERO interest in apps or streaming services and do not plan to use them, being totally old school and buying
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