Sony KV36FV27 36" WEGA Flat-Screen TV

by Sony

Product Details

Product Manual [3.00mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 24.9 x 38.4 x 29.8 inches ; 270 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 270 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005T3CT
• Item model number: KV-36FV27
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #434,471 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 21, 2001

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Sony KV36FV27 will light up your living room with cinema-quality images and sound. It offers a flat FD Trinitron picture tube and a number of high-end video features, including a 10-bit 3D digital comb filter, velocity modulation scanning, and an enhanced 16:9 aspect ratio. The DAC speaker system provides resonance bass response while midrange sounds are pumped forward to ensure clear dialog reproduction. It also comes with a set of Sony wireless headphones.

Sony's flat glass panel delivers images that are virtually distortion free and helps to eliminate screen glare. The KV36FV27 has a 4:3 aspect ratio as well as an enhanced 16:9 mode, which provides maximum picture quality when using anamorphic sources, such as some DVDs. The 10-bit 3D comb filter renders superb gray-scale gradation for amazing picture detail. The velocity modulation scanning system varies the electron beam speed to render high-contrast picture edges more effectively. Other features include color temperature adjustment (cool/neutral/warm) and auto channel programming that automatically locks active channels in memory.

The KV36FV27 includes a pair of Sony wireless stereo headphones that allow you to listen to audio from the main picture or from the secondary PIP window. They are on-the-ear, open-air headphones with a plastic adjustable headband and black foam ear pads, and require 1 AA battery (supplied). Since these headphones are infrared, they must be used within line of sight of the television. The maximum range is approximately 19.7 feet from the television.

The built-in DAC (digital acoustic chamber) speaker system has 15 watts of power output each. They produce TruSurround SRS audio and simulated surround sound. The KV36FV27 has a good range of jacks, including 2 RF inputs, 3 composite A/V inputs (1 front, 2 rear), 2 S-video inputs (1 front, 1 rear), 1 component-video input, and 1 Control-S connection.

Tech Talk
Aspect ratio: The aspect ratio refers to the shape of the video image. Standard television has a 4:3 aspect ratio, which is almost square in appearance. Digital television will have either a 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio, which is widescreen and appears rectangular, looking more like a movie screen and filling more of the viewer's field of vision for a more lifelike viewing experience.

What's in the Box
KV36FV27 36-inch TV, remote control (RM-Y182), wireless stereo headphones (MDR-IF0230), 3 AA batteries, and printed operating instructions.

Product Description

The theater is yours with a 36" Wega« Flat Screen TV! Extreme picture clarity is courtesy of a 3D Y/C Digital Comb Filter, and SonyM-^Rs enhanced scanning technology cleans up edge detail to give you sharp, crisp images. But it isnM-^Rt just about the incredible picture M-^V the rich, dynamic, sound of BBE Sound Enhancement gives programs a whole new dimension! Plus, 2-Tuner Picture-in-Picture lets you watch 2 shows at once without using your VCR. YouM-^Rve got the best seat in the house!

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great TV!, November 29, 2001

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David (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sony KV36FV27 36" WEGA Flat-Screen TV (Electronics)

I've had this model for a month, after returning the KV-36FV17. The model that I returned didn't have the sound quality I was looking for. The KV-36FV27 is a dream come true! The sound and picture quality of the KV-36FV27 is superior to other 36" televisions across the board. The automatic 16:9 anamorphic DVD enhancement brings out the best picture. I've compared the picture this tv gives to that of HDTV televisions. It's definitely worth getting this television, until HDTV is developed further. This Sony model is the best television for your buck! The wireless headphones are very comfortable and give out a full,rich sound. Now, I prefer to rent DVD's rather than going to the movies. One word of caution, it's HEAVY! If you're looking for a large screen tv, this is the one. Look-no-further...

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Expensive, but Superior Quality, March 16, 2002

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Fernando Montes, Jr. (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sony KV36FV27 36" WEGA Flat-Screen TV (Electronics)

I've had this television for about 3 months now, and I'm VERY happy with the purchase, although I paid more than I wanted to for a television ... But what a television!

The sharpness and contrast of your standard cable-fed programming is noticibly improved. However, if you have digital cable, you'll see an even more dramatic improvement. The picture is clean from any angle and glare is reduced compared to that of a non-flat tube. The sound quality is impressive and, while playing a game on PS2, I actually thought some of the ambient sounds I heard were coming from upstairs.

The remote control is large, but well thought-out, buttons are easy to push/find and it's backlit. The wireless headphones are a wonderful addition, and they're really well made and comfortable with fantastic sound quality.

There are plenty of input jacks for whatever you want to hook up to this baby, and there should be, as this is currently Sony's top-of-the-line 36" model (aside from HDTV).

However, before purchasing, make sure your stand or entertainment center can hold this set, because it weighs close to 300lbs! I had to purchase the stand Sony makes for this model (and the FS17) for an additional [money]. It looks okay, but is of IKEA-type quality.

This really is a remarkable television. One factor that will make the price easier to swallow is that this will most likely be the LAST 36" you'll ever buy. In a few years when HDTV is more affordable/available, then you can upgrade. But for now, this is it!

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Sony Product, January 25, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Sony KV36FV27 36" WEGA Flat-Screen TV (Electronics)

Ok, you do pay more for a Sony than other leading brands but like I told the salesman at Circuit City, its the styling (looks) and the reputation that I'm after. The salesman even agreed, Sony has it going on.

The picture quality with digital cable and the sound quality are unmatched. I also like how the remote works with my other Sony components (a key reason for the purchase - compatability). You won't be disappointed with this product. I would recommend hooking it up to the new Bose systems that are out.