Sony Bravia L-Series KDL-32L5000 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black

by Sony

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 31.8 x 3.8 x 20 inches ; 25.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 34 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001S2RDCM
• Item model number: KDL-32L5000
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (59 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #33,863 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Manufacturer's Review (March, 3, 2009)
Get a flat screen without flattening your bank account. Delivering crisp, clear picture quality, the 32-inch BRAVIA L-Series HDTV provides vivid 720p resolution, a dynamic contrast ratio of 13:000:1 and ample HD connections, including 3 HDMI inputs and 1 PC input. The perfect solution for your bedroom, kitchen or office, the BRAVIA L-Series also includes Dynamic Backlight Control, which automatically controls overall image brightness.

Get a flat screen without flattening your bank account. Click to enlarge.

Easy Initial Setup guides you through adding the BRAVIA to your system. Click to enlarge.

Includes RM-YD028 remote.

Compatible with BRAVIA link modules like the Internet Video Link above.

16:9 720p Resolution Panel (1366 x 768)
16:9 720p resolution panel (1366 x 768) provides crisp, detailed, and vibrant images for movies, sports, and prime-time HD television broadcasts.

13,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
Enjoy a high-contrast, high-quality image with your media. The BRAVIA produces deep blacks in darker scenes, as well as fine details in shadows and other dark areas of the picture for a difference you can truly see.

HDMI connection x 3 (1080/60p capable)
Get versatile HDMI connection options with three HDMI inputs (up to 1080/60p input capable). Connect a Sony PLAYSTATION 3 entertainment system, Blu-ray Disc player, or any other HDMI-capable equipment and get uncompressed digital video and multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.

HD Component x 2 (1080/60i capable)
Two Component YPbPr (1080/60i capable) inputs provide added HD-capable connectivity.

One PC input (HD-15 pin)
One PC input (HD-15 pin) offers the added versatility to use your HDTV as a computer monitor.

BRAVIA Link compatible
BRAVIA Link compatibility expands your HDTV's capabilities by letting you connect optional BRAVIA Link modules, including BRAVIA DVD Link, BRAVIA Wireless Link, and BRAVIA Input Link (all sold separately).

BRAVIA Sync capable
BRAVIA Sync capability combines the one-touch access and control functionality of BRAVIA Theatre Sync with the ability to control CEC-enabled Sony Handycam camcorders using the TV's remote and an on-screen display via HDMI connector.

24p True Cinema
24p True Cinema mode provides a direct connection to 24p video sources, avoiding conversions and allowing users to enjoy films at their intended 24 fps (frames per second) cinematic picture quality when using a 24p-capable output device, such as a Blu-ray Disc player or PLAYSTATION 3 entertainment system.

ATSC/NTSC tuner with QAM
A built-in ATSC/NTSC tuner with QAM delivers over-the-air digital TV and unencrypted HDTV broadcast signals, as well as traditional analog TV broadcasts.

VESA compatible hole spacing
VESA compatible hole spacing uses an industry-standard mounting hole pattern that can be used with VESA-compliant mounting brackets, taking the guesswork out of selecting the proper hardware for hanging your TV on the wall.

What's in the Box
32" BRAVIA L-Series LCD Flat Panel HDTV, RM-YD028 Remote Control, Batteries (AA x2), AC Power Cord (attached), Operating Instructions, Quick Setup Guide, Warranty Card, Pedestal (separate), Screws for Pedestal.

Product Description

Sony Bravia L-Series HDTVs provide vivid 720p resolution and dynamic contrast ratios of 13,000:1 (the 26-inch model) and 13,000:1 (for 32-inch model), with several versatile sizes perfect for the budget-conscious consumer or anyone wanting an HDTV that works well in the bedroom, kitchen, or office. Bravia L-Series HDTVs have a wealth of HD connections, including three HDMI inputs. Each HDMI input transmits uncompressed digital video and multi-channel digital audio on a single cable, so you can expand your home theater system without a lot of messy wires. Also included is a PC input that lets you use your HDTV as a computer monitor. If you need to streamline your HD components further, the Bravia L-Series HDTVs feature Bravia Sync technology and are compatible with optional Bravia Link Modules such as the Bravia Wireless Link, which wirelessly streams HD video and audio from your A/V equipment to your HDTV from up to 65 feet away. You might expect that more features mean more power consumption, but Bravia L-Series HDTVs include a Dynamic Backlight Control which automatically controls overall image brightness to help the TV exceed ENERGY STAR 3.0 standards.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

65 of 73 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great TV for the money, April 13, 2009

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Bunson Honeydew (White Plains, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony Bravia L-Series KDL-32L5000 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black (Electronics)

This is my first HDTV. I bought it because my brother-in-law has the previous model, which is pretty much the same. He loves it for the bedroom because it's light and just all around a great TV.

Cable broadcasts in 720p/1080i. So unless you have the room and money for a larger screen, have a Blu-Ray DVD player or are a serious gamer, go with the 720P and save yourself some bread.

I'm very happy with the sound and picture. I do not have this hooked up to a home theater. There are plenty of inputs, so it should work well for your system. I tried my JVC HD camcorder and it was simple to connect and view.

29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So far so good, when in doubt buy a Sony, April 7, 2009

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J. R. Tees - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony Bravia L-Series KDL-32L5000 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black (Electronics)

I purchased this TV about a month ago as a replacement for a fairly new SDTV, that I merely replaced because I wanted something with more component connections that I could use for a multitude of different purposes. (Gaming, movies, HD programming etc.) As of this writing, I couldn't be more satisfied the picture and sound are both amazing and it's everything I was expecting and a whole lot more. Word to the wise though, You will need HD service and an HD receiver in order to get the most out of this set in terms of HD programming. I really dig the cinema setting that darkens the picture (This is optional) to replicate a movie theater experience when watching a movie, it's a pretty cool feature. And in my opinion it's hard to go wrong with a Sony due to their trusted name as a reputable brand.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars NIce TV, July 22, 2009

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Kevin Miller (Columbus OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony Bravia L-Series KDL-32L5000 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black (Electronics)

I bought this TV at Best Buy for $447. Was surprised at how light it was, especially compared to the 25" tube TV it was replacing. Anyway, got it out of the box, attached the stand, attached the cables and it was ready to go. Automatic setup took less than 5 minutes, and even found HD channels I didn't know I had (Explanation: I have Time Warner cable and this would just be plugged directly into the coax with no cable box. Previously I was only seeing about 70 SD channels, this TV found about 90 SD and about 10 HD channels, so I was pleasantly surprised.)

The picture quality is great, sound is good, menu and operations are fairly straightforward and intuitive. Only reason I docked it one star is because the remote is only compatible with Sony products (Bravia specifically). I still need to keep my old remote to work the DVD player that will be used with this TV. Selfishness and greediness gets a one star deduction.

One sticky point, the "Favorites" menu lists the raw channel number, and rearranges then depending on which one is currently being viewed. How do I know what channel 112.1113 is?? I choose it to find out, then go back to the list and they are all rearranged...