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50" BRAVIA A series SXRD Rear Projection HDTV

Model number: KDS-50A3000
A series features: Full HD 1080p, Motionflow™ 120Hz, BRAVIA Engine™ EX, 12-bit SXRD chip, x.v.Color™ capability, Deep Color (HDMI v1.3 option), 1080/24p input capable, PhotoTV HD
(Screen size measured diagonally.)

ADDITIONAL IMAGES:

Sony's A-Series HDTV's easily stand out from conventional rear projection sets with the film-like quality of SXRD technology. In addition, BRAVIA Engine™ EX sharpens the image, enhances contrast and helps provide pleasingly saturated colors. Step up to the Full HD 1080 entertainment experience with the smooth and detailed picture that only Bravia SXRD televisions can deliver.

SXRD® Chips

SXRD technology is the latest display technology developed by the legendary television engineers at Sony to meet and exceed the demands of a High Definition image at its full 1080 line resolution. 6

HDMI™ and PC Inputs

Designed for maximum versatility, Sony's SXRD A Series line is equipped with a comprehensive range of input interfaces. The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface™) is the first industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI technology supports enhanced or High Definition video, together with multi-channel digital audio to provide superb image and sound reproduction. A D-Sub 15 input also allows connection to your PC5, allowing you to use your high resolution BRAVIA TV as a computer monitor.

BRAVIA Engine™ EX Video Processor

The BRAVIA Engine EX full digital video processing system is based on Sony’s renowned BRAVIA Engine video processing system. It has all of the same functions of BRAVIA Engine plus the added ability to upconvert 480i standard defi nition signals via Digital Reality Creation Multi Function v1.0 technology for a picture with more detail and defi nition.

x.v.Color™ technology

BRAVIA HDTV's performance has now advanced to the point that the color range can be defined by limitations in the original video source, rather than the TV. Thanks to the adoption of a newly approved international color standard called xvYCC (an option in the HDMI v1.3 spec and which Sony participated in creating), the color space has been greatly expanded. 1.8 times as many natural colors as existing HDTV signals will now be faithfully reproduced. x.v.Color™ is the name Sony has chosen to promote video products that include xvYCC capability. x.v.Color enabled products, such as select Sony Handycam® camcorders, cannow offer more accurate color reproduction and natural colors.

Advanced Iris Function

The Advanced Iris function is a special Sony function designed to improve contrast expression especially in darker scenes. The Advanced Iris function is enabled by using either one of two modes - Auto and Manual. The Auto Mode has two settings designed to work best with video content such as movies that vary between bright scenes and dark scenes. Auto 1 is for programs that have a wide range of brightness from scene to scene. Auto 2 is for programs that have less variation between brightness levels from scene to scene. The Manual mode is used to help deliver optimum contrast levels under different room lighting conditions. The High mode offers maximum screen brightness and works well when a room is brightly lit. The Medium mode is for average levels of light. And the Low mode offers the maximum amount of contrast and works best under low light conditions. The key benefits are deep blacks and improved brightness and overall contrast.

Motionflow™ 120Hz High Frame Rate Technology

Taking motion performance to the next level requires innovation and expertise. Enter Sony's Motionflow™ High Frame Rate technology. Motionflow™ detects the incoming video signal and applies the appropriate processing for optimum motion reproduction. Taking full advantage of film sourced 24fps encoded content available on DVD and Blu-ray Disc, Motionflow™ eliminates the need for 3:2 pulldown and delivers smooth, judder free video, faithfully preserving the integrity of the original film. When 60fps content is detected, Motionflow™ doubles the amount of frames and uses real-time calculation to create a new level of natural motion reproduction. You'll experience movies and sports with a greater sense of realism than ever before.

Product Specifications

Convenience Features

  • Auto Channel Programming : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Theatre Sync™ : Yes (One-Button Home Theater Control (HDMI-CEC))
  • Caption Vision : On, Off, Program
  • Channel Jump : Yes
  • Channel Labels : Yes
  • Channel Surf : Yes
  • Favorites (Simple UI) : Yes
  • Freeze : Yes
  • ID-1 Detection : Yes
  • Info Banner : Yes
  • Label Inputs : Yes
  • On-Screen Clock : Yes
  • On/Off Timer : Yes
  • Parental Control : Yes
  • Power Save Mode : Standard, Reduced, Picture Off
  • Program Guide Access : Yes
  • Programmable Timer : Yes
  • Remote Control : Yes
  • Show/Hide Channels : Yes
  • Sleep Timer : 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off

General Features

  • BRAVIA® Link Module support : Yes
  • Closed Captions (CC) : Yes
  • XMB : XMB®

Regulation and Standard Compliance

  • ENERGY STAR® compliant : Yes

Video

  • Display Response Time : 2.5ms (rise and fall)
  • Horizontal Center : Yes
  • Vertical Center : Yes

Audio

  • Audio Power Output : 24W (12W x2)

Display

  • Aspect Ratio : 16:9
  • Display Resolution : 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
  • Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 50" Class (49.5")
  • Native Resolution : 1080p

Inputs and Outputs

  • 1080/24p Input Capable : Yes (via HDMI™)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 5 (Side)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMI™ : 1 with L/R RCA audio connections
  • Audio Out (Variable/Fixed) : 1 (Side)
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s) : 2 (Side)
  • Composite Video Input(s) : 3 (Side)
  • Digital Audio Output(s) : 1 (Side) Dolby® Digital Optical Output
  • HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total) : 2 (Rear)
  • PC Audio Input(s) : 1 (side)5
  • PC Video Input(s) : 1 (Side)5
  • RF Connection Input(s) : 1 (Side)
  • S-Video Input(s) : 1 (Side)

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts / 1 Year Labor4

Video Features

  • 3D Comb Filter : Yes
  • Advanced Iris : Yes
  • Advanced Video Menu : Yes
  • Auto Adjustment (PC) : Yes
  • Black Corrector : High, Medium, Low, Off
  • CineMotion® Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology : Yes
  • Clear White : On, Off
  • Color System : ATSC, NTSC
  • Color Temperature : Cool, Neutral, Warm
  • DRC® Mode : Mode 1, Mode 2, CineMotion® Technology
  • DRC® Palette Presets : Custom 1, Custom 2, Custom 3
  • DRC® Version : Yes (DRC MF V1.0)
  • Deep Color : Yes
  • Detail Enhancer : High, Medium, Low, Off
  • Direct Mode : On, Off
  • Display Technology : SXRD™ Technology
  • Game Mode : On/Off
  • Gamma Compensation : High, Medium, Low, Off
  • Live Color Creation™ Technology : Yes
  • Motionflow™ Technology : 120 Hz
  • Noise Reduction : Yes
  • Picture Mode : Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Photo, Custom
  • Vertical Size : Yes
  • Video Processing : Yes (BRAVIA Engine™ EX)
  • x.v.Color™ Technology : Yes

Audio Features

  • Audio Mode : Dynamic, Standard, Custom
  • Auto Mute (on no signal) : Yes
  • Auto SAP : 20FM/10AM
  • Dolby® : Dolby® Digital (AC3/ATSC only)
  • MTS Stereo Decoder : Yes
  • Sony Original Surround : S-Force® Front
  • Sound Booster : Yes
  • Speaker On/Off : Yes
  • SteadySound® Automatic Volume Control : Yes
  • Tone Control(s) : Treble, Bass
  • Voice Zoom : Yes

General

  • Television Type : Micro Display HDTV

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Operation) : 240W
  • Power Consumption (in Standby) : 0.1W
  • Power Management : Yes
  • Power Requirements : AC 120V, 60Hz

TV System

  • Tuner (Cable) : hybrid with Clear QAM
  • Tuner (Terrestrial) : NTSC, ATSC (8 VSB)

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx) Depth : 14 3/8" (365mm)
  • Dimensions (Approx) Height : 33 1/2" (850mm)
  • Dimensions (Approx) Width : 45 3/8" (1150mm)
  • Packaging (Approx.) : 60.00" x 43.23" x 24.69" (1524 x 1098 x 627mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 75lbs (34kg)

In the Box

  • Quick Start Guide
  • Product Registration Card
  • Remote Control (RM-YD016)
  • Batteries (AA x2)
  • Linux License
  • Operating Instructions
  • Warranty

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

Energy Star Product

VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. With Advanced Iris ON

2. Depending on usage, the lamp will require periodic replacement to maintain optimum picture quality. It is recommended that the lamp be exchanged after 8,000 hours of use.

3. Screen Size measured diagonally

4. For additional warranty terms and information please refer to the Limited Warranty Card included with this product or visit http://esupport.sony.com

5. Limited to resolutions supported by both the PC and the Sony TV. See Sony TV users manual and PC documentation for supported resolutions

6. Picture is slightly over-scanned to prevent video source artifacts at screen edges.

©2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.

Sony, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Engine, MotionFlow, Speed Surf, SXRD, CineMotion, Theatre Sync, Xross Media Bar, x.v.Color and DRC are trademarks of Sony. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

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