(Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 Review: 52” LCD HDTV
Up for Review: Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 LCD TV. With the HDTV market getting populated with TV models from different makes, the XBR-HX900 series from Sony has drawn popular attention for its new range of LCD models. The Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 is the 52 inch LCD HDTV from the XBR-HX900 series that supports Internet widgets.
Featured with Full HD LCD panel, the Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 can display every pixel of a 1080p video signal. Also it can display signals with lower resolution such as 1080i and 720 p. Along with Sony’s Motionflow Pro 240Hz processing, the model is capable of producing smoother and more natural images. Sony claims that the MotionFlow and the refresh rate used with this model are improved from its previous version. As the XBR-52HX900 is equipped with Full HD display, it can handle even the video signals produced by DVD players, Blu-ray players and set-top boxes. Although the model is compatible with 3D Blu-ray standard, the users need to buy a transmitter and a pair of 3D glasses to enjoy the effect.
Along with LED Backlights the XBR-52HX900 offers local dimming which can dim the dark areas of the images to create deeper black.
The Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 Features and Specifications Review:
- Resolution: 1920 by 1080
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- OTA Analog Antenna
- OTA Digital Antenna
- Digital Cable Tuner
- Analog Cable Tuner
- DLNA
- Surround Mode
- Equalizer
- Video, music and photo playback
The Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 is equipped with four HDMI ports and each port is compatible with new HDMI 1.4 standard. That apart, there is a component and a composite video, along with one VGA input for connecting a computer. Sony doesn’t provide any DVI port. Users can purchase adaptors that convert a DVI output to HDMI one. The model has 5 analog audio inputs and an optical digital audio output. Users can watch videos from Amazon video or Netflix services when the TV is connected to home Internet connection through Ethernet cable. The USB port on the side of the display allows playing video and audio stored on USB thumb drive or any other device. The side ports also provide access to digital cameras and camcorders
Although the Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 has a simple design, the front of the display is a single piece glass. Again, the screen is coated with Sony’s new OptiContrast coating which is meant to enhance contrast and reduce reflection. The stand of the display is a large metal strip that extends along the length of the body which creates a great look for the model. The speakers of the model are built into the stand. The thin frame of the model looks attractive as well.
Youreviewelectronics.com gives Sony Bravia XBR-52HX900 4/5 stars!
User Reviews
We purchased a 52inch Sony Bravia from Best Buy in Jan of 2008. In Dec of 2009 the T.V. started to display picture problems to which the picture was distorted and would adjust itself after about 10 min. After placing a call into the customer service dept of Sony on Dec 30, 2009, I was advised by the rep that I needed to trouble shoot a list of issues before they would do anything. As time happens, this issue with our T.V got worse and came to a head in July of 2010. The picture would no longer adjust itself and was just lines. After calling Sony on July 15, they explained that they are unable to do anything due to the warranty being expired as of Jan, 2010. When I explained that there is a documented call on both ends in Dec with an open claim they acknowledged this but again refused to do anything. After taking a day off of work July 30th, to further deal with this issue, they advised that they could not again do anything until I brought it to an authorized TV repair shop. After paying for the repair fee, (which I shouldn’t have had to pay) I was advised that it was the panel and it would be an estimated $2750.00 to fix. We were able to fax both this and a copy of my receipt to Sony. They then advised me that the only thing they could do was offer me a discount on a 2010 52in tv. They could sell it to me for $1475 plus tax. This is unacceptable. I do not buy quality products at that price ($2799.00) only to have them completely break down under 2-yrs. This issue should be resolved in its entirety because of my open claim in Dec of 2009. Sony is not honoring their Warranty nor there good name. They are selling faulty products to consumers that are unaware of the issues that can happen.
same problem with my 52 inch bravia xbr4 but now its all out.i bought me a different brand which i hope it will last of course it’s cheaper.and maybe you talk to the same person in customer service told methe same to have it check by certified sony tech. in my area it cost me $80.00 to this person just to come and look at it and tell me it is the panel and will cost $2380.00 to fix.i think sony is a big rip off.i am staying away from their products, they are overrated.
I bought a 52 bravia kdl52w4100 Sony from PC Richard, I have horizontal lines on the left side of the screen-and the right side of the screen. I called Sony they didnt want to know me. I called PC Richard, They came over and said it would be 600.00
$800.00 plus installation.I said forget it just leave.
Does anybody give you a fair shake anymore? $2200.00 for the set another $800.00 for surround sound and stand. Just over $3000.00 spent
I dint know but Sony is crap Not Happy with it