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31.5" (diag) LED EX523 Internet TV

Model number: KDL-32EX523
Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars
(Screen size measures 31.5" diagonally)
Model Features: Full HD 1080p, LED backlit, Internet TV for streaming entertainment, X-Reality Engine, built-in Wi-Fi, USB input, advanced power saving features

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$ 749 .99

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Connect to more than just HD.

An exceptional Full HD 1080p experience is just the beginning. Edge LED backlit BRAVIA® EX523 Series LCD HDTVs produce a remarkable picture with brilliant color and contrast–all wrapped up in a slim design. However, it's features such as built-in Wi-Fi® that let you break away from the cable box and dial up your favorite online entertainment. Instantly stream hit movies, popular TV shows and the latest music from Qriocity™, Netflix®, Hulu Plus™, YouTube™, Pandora® and many more1. Use the built-in USB input to share photos, videos or your music library.

Energy Guide

  • Slim Design, Stunning Picture

    Experience the next level of picture quality and contrast with Edge LED Backlight technology. Unlike conventional LCD televisions, BRAVIA EX523 Series HDTVs use edge-mounted LEDs to light up the screen and deliver outstanding contrast and dark-scene detail. Other benefits include a thin design that displays sharp images and rich color detail. Other benefits include sharp images, rich color detail and a thin design.

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  • Vivid Picture Quality

    Experience an exceptional, lifelike picture with X-Reality™ Engine. This single chip solution features Sony's Intelligent Image Enhancer which divides the signal into four characteristics including texture, outline, contrast and color, and then optimizes each one individually for more vibrant and detailed images.

    More about X-Reality Engine

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  • Media Sharing

    Take advantage of built-in Wi-Fi and access media files on your TV—all without leaving the couch. This DLNA Certified® HDTV lets you share photos, videos and music on your TV by streaming them from compatible DLNA device like your PC or Playstation®3 system3.

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  • Make Free Video Calls on Your TV

    Add a Sony microphone/camera (sold separately) to make video Skype-to-Skype calls and Skype-to-phone calls. Now you can use your TV to connect to friends and family all over the globe with internet voice and video calls2.

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  • Share Photos, Videos and Music

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

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Experience brilliant Full HD 1080p picture quality, incredible contrast and sharp, vivid images with the BRAVIA® EX523 Series LED LCD HDTV. Built-in Wi-Fi® lets you easily connect to your home network and stream the widest selection of internet entertainment from Netflix®, YouTube™, Qriocity™, Pandora®, Hulu Plus™ and more1. You'll also enjoy a vibrant picture whether watching Blu-ray Disc™ movies or streaming low-resolution internet video thanks to the X-Reality™ Engine. You can also view photos and videos, or listen to music via the USB input.

Internet Streaming and 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. 2
Integrated Wi-Fi®: Conveniently stream entertainment straight from the Internet and from your home network using the built-in Wi-Fi®.1
DLNA® Streaming Access and share photos, videos and music on your TV by streaming them from compatible DLNA® devices like your PC or Playstation®3 system.3

Presence Sensor

Save energy when you’re not around. The television’s built-in motion sensor has the ability to scan the room and detect movement. If the sensor detects no movement it automatically turns off the picture leaving only sound. After more time and no movement, the TV turns itself off minimizing any unnecessary power draw.

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.

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.

X-Reality™ Engine

Enjoy a vivid, lifelike picture experience. Sony’s X-Reality engine brings out the best by analyzing each scene so you see sharpened images, and amazing contrast detail.

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

LightSensor™ Technology

Enjoy customized picture brightness and save energy without lifting a finger. The built-in Light Sensor automatically adjusts the picture brightness based on the amount of light in the room.

Edge LED Backlighting

Experience the next level of picture quality and contrast with Sony’s Edge LED Backlight technology. This technology sharpens image contrast giving an amazingly crisp picture you can see. The ultra-thin backlight system allows for a slimmer, sleeker design.

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.

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.

Product Specifications

Broadcast Features

  • TV Guide On-Screen : Yes

Display

  • Aspect Ratio : 16:9
  • Display Resolution : Full HD 1080p
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio : Infinite5
  • Panel Frequency : 60Hz
  • Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 32" (31.5")
  • Viewing Angle (Right/Left) : 178 (89/89)
  • Viewing Angle (Up/Down) : 178 (89/89)

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

Network Features

  • BRAVIA® Internet Video : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Internet Widgets : Yes
  • DLNA : Yes
  • DLNA Content : Yes
  • Internet_Browser : Yes
  • Media Remote : Yes(Network Update)
  • Photo MAP : Yes
  • Skype™ : Yes(Network Update)
  • TrackID : Yes
  • Video Search : Yes
  • What's New : Yes(Network Update)
  • Wi-Fi Certified : Yes
  • Wi-Fi Direct : Yes(Network Update)
  • Wireless LAN : Integrated

Regulation and Standards Compliance

  • VESA® Hole Pitch : 200 x 200 mm
  • VESA® Hole Spacing Compatible : Yes

TV System

  • Channel Coverage : VHF: 2-13, UHF: 14-69, CATV: 1-135
  • Color System : NTSC
  • Number of Tuners (Analog) : 1
  • Number of Tuners (Digital) : 1
  • TV System (Analog) : M
  • TV System (Digital) : ATSC
  • Tuner (Cable) : Clear QAM
  • Tuner (Terrestrial) : ATSC

Weights (Approx.)

  • Gross (Package Carton) : 30 lbs (14 Kg)
  • TV only : 17 lbs (7.7 Kg)
  • TV with Stand : 22.5 lbs (10.2 Kg)

Audio

  • Audio Power Output : 10W + 10W
  • Speaker Configuration : 2
  • Speaker Position : Rear Facing

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
  • 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 : Yes
  • Parental Control : Yes
  • Picture Adjustments Lock : Yes
  • Picture Frame Mode : Yes
  • Quick Start & Viewing : Yes
  • Scene Select : Photo, Music, Cinema, Game, Graphics, Sports, Animation
  • Show/Hide Channels : Yes
  • Skin Naturalizer : Yes
  • Sleep Timer : Yes
  • USB Play : Yes

Display Features

  • Backlight Type : Edge LED
  • Display Device : LCD

Inputs and Outputs

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

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Download Acquisition Mode) : 0.02kWh / Day
  • Power Consumption (in Operation) max. : 77W
  • Power Consumption (in Standby) : 0.20W (120V)
  • Power Requirements (frequency) : 60Hz for UL
  • Power Requirements (voltage) : AC 120V for UL

Sensing Features

  • LightSensor™ Technology : Yes
  • Presence Sensor : Yes

Video

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

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 29 3/4 x 19 x 1 11/16" (755 x 480 x 42mm) without stand; 29 3/4 x 20 1/8 x 8 1/2" (755 x 510 x 216mm) with stand
  • Packaging (Approx.) : 33 5/8 x 24 3/4 x 5 1/4" (851 x 628 x 132mm); 30 lbs (14 Kg)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 17 lbs (7.7 Kg) without stand; 22.5 lbs (10.2 Kg) with stand

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 : 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

Design Features

  • 6 degree Upward Style : Yes
  • Stand Swivel : Yes
  • Stand Swivel Range : Left 20°/Right 20°
  • Stand Tilt : Yes
  • Stand Tilt Range : 0°- 6° Flexible

Energy Saving & Efficiency

  • Backlight Off Mode : Yes
  • Dynamic Backlight Control : Yes
  • Energy Star® compliant : Yes (Exceeds v5.0)
  • Power Consumption (On Mode) for Energy Star : 47W
  • Power Consumption (Standby Mode) for Energy Star : 0.20W

Measurements (Approx.)

  • Package Carton (W x H x D) : 851 x 628 x 132 mm (33 5/8 x 24 3/4 x 5 1/4 inches)
  • TV only (W x H x D) : 755 x 480 x 42(30) mm (29 3/4 x 19 x 1 11/16(1 3/16) inches)
  • TV with Stand (W x H x D) : 755 x 510 x 216 mm (29 3/4 x 20 1/8 x 8 5/8 inches)

Recycled & Recyclable Materials

  • Packaging Materials : Recycled Carton (more than 40%)

Service and Warranty Information

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

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
  • Deep Color : Yes
  • Intelligent Image Enhancer : Yes
  • Intelligent MPEG Noise Reduction : Yes
  • Live Color™ Technology : Yes
  • 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™ Engine
  • Wide Mode : Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom, Caption, Normal/Full1/Full2 for PC

In the Box

  • Table Top Stand (separate, assembly required)
  • Remote Control (RM-YD063)
  • AC Power Cord (attached)

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KDL-32EX523 3.9 5 8 8
Not a good purchase This problem with the screen came up after a few months of purchase. You need an USA IP address to use some of the apps like Pandora and others if you are out of the US. March 13, 2013
Best of my three Sony televisions. This TV is an example of the best of Sony. Logging on to the internet was extremely easy, as was the setup.I could not ask for a better experience February 14, 2012
Excellent Exceeded my expectations. Great picture. Quality stand. Netflix works very well even with "speedy" Verizon DSL. Perfect size for bedroom. Good sound. Very good picture on non-HD channels. December 31, 2011
Understated Elegance First I bought the BX Series, but the bezel (frame around screen) was heavy and black. It reminded me of Jerry Seinfeld's Dad's glasses on Seinfeld....Remember?. I have always been into photography, so I am a very visual person, So much for the BX.....I sent it back This EX is a true thing of beauty. The bezel is nice and thin thanks to the Six Degree Upward Style. When i am watching full screen Hi Def, the picture seems to go to the edge (even though it doesn't) I really like the utilitarian masculine gun metal strip that runs along the whole bottom .The picture. Is brighter then the non LED BX, and I like that..The smart Tv feature is kinda cool. Nufff said.............. To sum it all up. The thing is typically Sony........ Goooooood lookin' !!!!!,! It is just a shame that the entry level BX was so ug.......kind of a let down knowing that Sony is usually nice looking throughout the line..The EX was a bit more, but worth it. ................ Very masculine looking styling............ BUY IT.............. December 3, 2011
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1. Broadband speed of 2.5 Mbps recommended (10 Mbps for HD). Content subject to change and may require fees. Wireless connectivity requires UWA-BR100 USB adapter and 802.11 home network (802.11n recommended).

2. Broadband speed of at least 2.5 Mbps recommended (10 Mbps for HD). Content subject to change and may require fees. Wireless connectivity requires UWA-BR100 USB adapter and an 802.11 home network (802.11n recommended). Skype requires firmware update and CMU-BR100 camera sold sep (expected availability summer 2011). Subject to Skype's terms and conditions.

3. Requires 802.11 home network, and content stored on a DLNA® compliant device.

4.Media Remote capability requires TV firmware update, expected Spring 2011,and devices connected to the same wireless home network.

5. Dynamic contrast ratio compares the luminance of a 100 IRE (white) signal with that of a 0 IRE (black) signal. When the TV receives a 0 IRE signal the backlight is turned off and the luminance measurement is 0.00 cd/m2. The resulting dynamic contrast ratio is infinite.

© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, BRAVIA, X-Reality, LightSensor, Cyber-shot, Handycam, Motionflow, OptiContrast, and Qriocity are trademarks of Sony. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

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