Sony BRAVIA KDL55HX850 55-Inch 240Hz 1080p 3D LED Internet TV, Black

by Sony

• Pro-grade detail for discerning eyes: X-Reality PRO
• Experience precise motion clarity w/ Motionflow XR 960
• Frameless design with Corning's Gorilla Glass
• Dynamic Edge LED backlight for amazing contrast & color
• Movies, music & apps w/ Sony Entertainment Network

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.4 x 50.1 x 31.8 inches ; 51 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 70 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B006U1VGNS
• Item model number: KDL55HX850
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (71 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #36,968 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 9, 2012

Product Description

Size: 55-Inch

From the Manufacturer

Lay back and enjoy as this seamless sheet of glass becomes the centerpiece of your living space. Featuring truly transcendent picture quality, each scene in everything you watch–HD movies, 3D, sports, even YouTube clips–is presented in unprecedented detail and astonishing color from Sony’s exclusive X-Reality PRO picture engine. Ultra-clear, realistic motion during slow scenic sweeps and fast action sports comes courtesy of Motionflow XR 960.

	Lifelike picture.		Silky smooth.		Dynamic Edge LED.
	The X-Reality PRO Picture Engine draws on its database of real patterns, shapes and textures to display our most lifelike picture ever. Every scene is presented in detail so stunning - HD movies, sports and even YouTube clips - that it is like looking through a window.		Watch sports like never before. The Motionflow XR 960 technology minimizes judder and helps recreate the movement of real life directly on screen, so viewing at home feels like you are watching from the stands.		Backlighting and local dimming effects from Dynamic Edge LED deliver pitch-black night scenes and brighter images by boosting contrast to achieve a more natural and realistic picture.

Technology

X-Reality PRO Picture Engine This is picture quality so lifelike it's like looking through a window. HD movies, sports, even YouTube clips & home movies are presented in unprecedented detail and astonishing color as Sony's exclusive X-Reality PRO engine draws on its database of real patterns, shapes & textures to display our most lifelike picture yet.	Motionflow XR 960 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. See everything as if you were there.	OptiContrast panel Only Sony has it. Corning's exclusive Gorilla Glass lets you enjoy an incredibly durable, remarkably lightweight, frameless design with a seamless, sophisticated look. Paired with the OptiContrast panel, Gorilla Glass helps boost contrast and brightness while minimizing unwanted light reflections.
Sony Entertainment Network Welcome to the endless entertainment of the Sony Entertainment Network, where thousands of movies, TV shows, online videos, games and music are at your fingertips. Connect online and access 1080p HD entertainment, 3D content and made-for-TV apps like Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, Pandora, Facebook and more.2	3D Super Resolution Feel like you're standing alongside your favorite actor as the environment envelops you with lush 3D detail.1 Ultra-realistic effects are achieved by X-Reality PRO 3D Super Resolution, optimizing each area of the 3D scene by drawing on its database of patterns, shapes and textures.	Dynamic Edge LED It's all about perfecting a natural look. Dynamic Edge LED backlighting with local dimming delivers pitch-black night scenes and 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.

Product description and full feature list

The KDL-55HX850 LED HDTV is equipped with the latest technology to bring you
incredible entertainment quality. Explore the full range of features and options below.

 

Everything looks better The X-Reality PRO picture engine draws on its database of real patterns, shapes and textures to display our most lifelike picture ever. Every scene is presented in unprecedented detail so stunning–in HD movies, sports and even YouTube clips–that it is like looking through a window. Our clearest picture ever Refresh rates are a thing of the past with Motionflow XR 960, which quadruples the motion effect of what you are watching. Catch every end-over-end rotation of the ball at kickoff in extreme clarity with reduced judder and blur–just like being at the stadium. Tough, yet beautiful What is durable, lightweight and increases contrast and brightness? Corning's exclusive Gorilla Glass! Now you can enjoy a frameless, sophisticated look to your TV that is also protective and helps to eliminate unwanted light reflections. Only Sony has it. Go way beyond cable Endless entertainment is now at your fingertips with the Sony Entertainment Network. From incredible Full HD 1080p entertainment, 3D content and made-for-TV apps like Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, Pandora, YouTube and Facebook you can access thousands of movies, TV shows, games and more.2 Natural 3D effects With the ultra-realistic effects achieved by X-Reality PRO 3D Super Resolution you'll feel like you are standing alongside your favorite actor in a breathtaking 3D environment. Each area of the 3D scene is optimized by drawing on a unique database of patterns, shapes and textures.1 The difference is dynamic Perfecting a natural look is what Dynamic Edge LED is all about. The backlighting and local dimming effects deliver pitch-black night scenes and bright images that pop with vibrant color by boosting contrast in just the right areas to achieve a more realistic picture.

In-your-face action Brace yourself for pure 3D excitement that feels like you're standing on the 50-yard line. Through advanced Active 3D technology, immerse yourself in Full HD 1080p clarity and phenomenal 3D picture quality. Just slide on the comfortable 3D active glasses and enter a whole new dimension.1 All devices, together as one Don't all of your personal photos and videos deserve the big screen? Experience your content on a grand scale simply by connecting your compatible smartphone, computer or Xperia Tablet S via your existing Wi-Fi network. Then you can easily "throw" your videos, photos and music files to your HDTV.6 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 free.2 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 HDTV. Control your TV with your phone Now there's one less remote control on the coffee table. Just download the free Media Remote app and turn your iPhone, Android phone or Xperia Tablet S into a versatile remote control with a full QWERTY keyboard.3 It makes changing the channels and typing searches ultra fast and convenient. Wi-Fi without a router Sometimes your friends want to share their personal photos and videos on your beautiful HDTV. With Sony's Wi-Fi Direct Mode, your friends can throw personal content to your TV without connecting to your home network. Wi-Fi Direct completely bypasses the Wi-Fi access point/router, so it's easy to set up.4

A sense for songs What's that song in the TV show, movie or commercial you're watching? Press 'TrackID' on your remote and get the song name and artist instantly.7 You can also start the TrackID service by shaking a smartphone that's running the Media Remote app.3 Very convenient. Save power Enjoy reduced power consumption of up to 30% while maintaining beautiful image quality. First, the TV recognizes the type of program you're watching. Then it optimizes the viewing settings, automatically reducing power consumption while enhancing color and detail on the screen and conserving energy used by the backlight.5 Handheld gaming goes big Play your PSP system or other handheld gaming consoles (with SD output) on your HDTV with no irritating black borders surrounding the picture. Just select Game Mode for an ideal fit to your TV screen according to the input. Better yet, Super Resolution Processing delivers a clear, crisp view in HD size. 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. Video search Searching for shows and music on your TV is so simple. Just press 'GUIDE' on your remote and see what's on and what's coming up with a handy image to go with it. You also get an episode synopsis, cast and crew details and suggestions to related shows, on-demand movies and Blu-ray Disc titles.7

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Display Resolution Full HD 1080p Full HD 1080p Full HD 1080p Full HD 1080p Full HD 1080p Full HD 1080p HD 720p   Picture Engine X-Reality PRO X-Reality PRO X-Reality Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer Clear Resolution Enhancer   LED Backlight Intelligent Peak Dynamic Edge Dynamic Edge Edge Edge Edge Edge   Motion Clarity Motionflow XR 960 Motionflow XR 960 Motionflow XR 480 Motionflow XR 240 Motionflow XR 240 Motionflow XR 120 Motionflow XR 120   3D in Full HD 1080p1 – – – –   Glare Reduction OptiContrast Panel OptiContrast Panel – – – – –

	Wi-Fi 2 Wi-Fi Built in Wi-Fi Built in Wi-Fi Built in Wi-Fi Built in Wi-Fi Adaptor Included – –   Sony Entertainment Network2   (Netflix, Pandora, YouTube, HuluPlus & more) – –   Media Remote App3   (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch,   Android phone, Sony Tablet) – – – –   Skype2 – – – –   Wi-Fi Direct4 – – – –

	Frameless Corning   Gorilla Glass – – – – –

	HDMI Input 4 4 4 4 4 2 2   USB Input 2 2 2 2 2 1 1

1. Requires 3D content, HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) and 3D active glasses sold separately.

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 802.11 home network (802.11n recommended). Skype requires CMU-BR100 camera sold separately.
    Subject to Skype’s terms and conditions.

3. Requires devices connected to the same wireless home network.

4. Streaming content, copy-protected content and certain formats are not supported.

5. Compared to normal viewing. Based on a 55-inch LED TV with Picture Setting Standard.

6. Requires home network and one device on network to be setup as a DLNA server. Streaming content, copy-protected content and certain formats are not supported.

7. Requires active internet connection.

Product Description

Lay back and enjoy as this seamless sheet of glass becomes thecenterpiece of your living space. Featuring truly transcendentpicture quality, each scene in everything you watch—HD movies,sports, even YouTube clips—is presented with unprecedenteddetail and astonishing color from Sony’s exclusive X-Reality PROpicture engine. Ultra-clear, realistic motion during slow scenicsweeps and fast action sports comes courtesy of Motionflow XR960.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

54 of 57 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars KDL46HX850 Review and Setup July 9, 2012

By Tim D. Hendon

Size Name:46-Inch

This is really a superb TV. The settings right out of the box are probably the best you will ever
see. The Gorilla Glass2 is incredibly thin. This TV is about half the depth of the XBR HX929 and
is much lighter. To get the most out of this TV, I recommend the following:

1. Leave the TV in standard mode. Decrease the color saturation by 4% to 56. Turn off the presence
sensor and the light sensor. Set motionflow to standard (never use any of the others, including smooth,
as unpleasant background viewing will be very jumpy). When streaming SD set motionflow to OFF, otherwise
leave on standard as the motionflow manipulates the backlight to achieve localized dimming.

2. Set audio to standard and not dynamic. Increase bass to +8 and turn on auto-volume.

3. These settings should be used for all inputs including the special game mode. In my opinion, do not
use game mode.

4. For simulated 3D use the medium settings and not lo or hi. This seems to be the only one that works well.

That's about all there is to change. Best LED TV I've ever seen and that includes the XBRs. (I realize that
this TV is a 2012 model and the XBR is a 2011 model). I am sure the 2012 XBR will be spectacular, but as of now
this is the best LED TV on the market with black levels approaching the very best of the plasmas with much, much
better light transmission through the glass rather than diffused through a typical LCD panel.

60 of 66 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome TV and a nice step up from the HX820 April 26, 2012

By greg

Size Name:46-Inch

I got this TV on a swap with Sony on the 21st of April, so far it has been AWESOME! (Sony took back my defective 820 and gave me a 850) 46' model. I will be comparing the HX850 to the HX820.

Pros:

*Slimmest bezel of any Sony TV yet
*Silver lining around the bezel adds a nice touch
*Input lag seems better on the 2012 850
*Less adjustment needed right out of the box, at least in my case.
*Speakers seem a tad bit better this year, but nothing to brag about.

Cons:

*Remote is garbage, Sony needs to bring back the remote they used with the HX820. A victim of cost-cutting.
*Illuminated Sony Logo is gone. Another nice feature butchered by Sony's new cost-cutting strategies of 2012.

So-So's:

*3D viewing seems to have improved overall over the 2011 HX820, however tilting your head at all will ruin the picture. Perhaps this is resolved with the new 3D glasses? I am using the TDG-BR250 glasses.
*Motion sensor is gone. Never really liked this feature, but it was a good idea.

Overall the HX850 is a superior TV to the HX820, which is saying a lot considering the HX820 was and is an amazing set. Black levels are similar to the hx820 (awesome) and picture quality has gone up. As always, Sony is king when it comes to displaying the correct colors, vibrant and colorful to say the least.

Good set!

47 of 53 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb TV & great picture, so good that I bought a second HX850 May 19, 2012

By Jim K

Size Name:55-Inch

Updated July 19, 2012 -

The 55 HX850 is a very good 2D TV with a picture that is so good that I purchased a second HX850 - the 46 inch version.

I would still recommend the HX850 with one caveat. We can't use the 3D. Sony's 3D should be labeled as a "beta." I would not have been so disappointed if I had been warned. I tried it and lost. The 3D was interesting for one short viewing, but the active glasses were uncomfortable to wear & bothered my eyes. Perhaps, they would have been OK if I had 20-20 vision & did not have to wear my corrective eyeglasses. Sony graciously allowed the return of its glasses and gave me a credit. For practical purposes, I am now the owner of 2 very good 2D TVs.

I purchased a 55 HX850 after reading the early Amazon reviews. The positive reviews about that TV were correct as were the negative comments about Sony support.

Both the 55 HX850 & 46 HX850 have superb pictures & appearance. The 2D picture is so good that it appears to have some qualities of 3D.

Excellent picture with nice appearance. CNET concurs. See its evaluation.

I was so irritated by the treatment from Sony Support (up to National Customer Relations) that I received that I went out and bought a 46 inch Samsung for another room, but its picture was very poor when compared to the HX850. Therefore, I returned the Samsung. I plan to keep the HX850 as my primary TV until 4K arrives. For another room, I bought its 46 inch version.

I have been buying exclusively Sony TVs for more than 40 years (at least 10 sets). Sony's support staff even referred to its records which showed many of my purchases. I was shocked that a very loyal customer's concerns were ignored.

My apologies to John Mi He got it right on Sony's support can be very bad. Sony's support varies in quality. If you get the right person it is good, but if you get the wrong person it is very bad.

Horrible support. It's a tragedy. It's unfortunate that Sony has not followed the Apple model. Microsoft copied Apple & its stores are mobbed. But Sony stores are empty. I hope that Sony learns.