Sony Bravia L-Series KDL-26L5000 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black

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Sony Bravia L-Series KDL-26L5000 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black
 
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List Price: $449.99
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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.

Product Details
  • Enjoy a 26-inch flatscreen with vibrant 720p resolution from any HD source
  • Advanced Contrast Enhancer with Dynamic Backlight Control Dynamic Backlight Control creates a dynamic contrast ratio of 13,000:1
  • Three HDMI inputs (up to 1080/60p input capable) , two Component YPbPr (1080/60i capable), and one PC input
  • Expand your HDTV's capabilities with BRAVIA Link modules, such as BRAVIA DVD Link, BRAVIA Wireless Link, and BRAVIA Input Link
  • BRAVIA Sync gives you one-touch access and control of all your compatible home theatre devices
  • Adjusting the brightness of the backlight in real time, which optimizes contrast and reduces power consumption

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Customer Reviews
Beautiful picture!
 
Review Date: March 24, 2009
Reviewer: David Farr, Niles, MI USA
Bought to replace a smaller-screen TV in our bedroom. The larger size is much appreciated, but the quality of the picture is beyond any I've seen. We have had other LCD HDTV sets, but this one far exceeds the picture quality of our other sets. Easy to set up. I got a wall mount for this size set and the entire installation took just a few minutes. Highly recommended and worth the extra money.
Best 26" LCD out there!
 
Review Date: March 1, 2009
Reviewer: D. Nelson, La Mesa, CA
This Sony KDL-26L5000 26" flat-screen tv is the newest and best LCD of this size on the market. Super fine and detailed image quality, fantastic features, and very smooth sound. Very easy to setup and high-def TV looks excellent. If you want the best 26" LCD, get this Sony model!
Excellent LCD!!!
 
Review Date: April 25, 2009
Reviewer: I. Villafuerte, Chicago, IL
my first hd flat panel. spent a considerable amount of time researching and reading reviews trying to decide what would be my first hd tv. but in the end i came across this one, and with confidence in sony, it was a blind buy. been with it for a month now and i couldn't be more pleased with this tv. @ 720p the picture is stunning. blu-rays on this thing are gorgeous, as are my ps3 games. sound is surprisingly louder and clearer than i expected. as a bedroom set you couldn't ask for better. next, the living room set will definitely be a bravia.
One of life's little bargains!
 
Review Date: May 22, 2009
Reviewer: Warren W. Wiley, Ottertail
At the price you may not at first think of this little SONY as a bargain, but wait until you've owned if for a month or so. If you have wasted time trying other, less expensive sets, as many of us have, then you will know what I mean by bargain!
Marvelous picture. Easy to set up and program.Easily moved around. I don't understand the negative comments about sound. What do you want?....a stereo system or a television set??!
This is a GREAT little television.
Buy this t.v., you won't be sorry
 
Review Date: May 17, 2009
Reviewer: Stacey Schooler, Yucca Valley, CA
I bought this t.v. after getting fed up with my Norcent LCD unit. I love this set! The picture is crystal clear from any angle. It's super light, and pretty thin too. It was easy to hook up my DVD and Wii, and I have several ports to spare. It comes with a remote that can be used as a universal remote, which is great. The whole thing is just fantastic, and if you're looking for a t.v. I would say go for this one...you won't be disappointed!
Good stuff
 
Review Date: April 6, 2009
Reviewer: Chris Mcdonough, Fredericksburg VA US
This TV is used in my "study". It has the following devices attached to it:

- A Dell Hybrid Studio PC (Windows Vista) via HDMI

- A homebuilt PC (Ubuntu 8.10) via VGA (aka the "PC" port)

- A Sony Playstation 2 via composite.

- An XBox (original) via composite.

Everything works as you'd expect so far. In particular, the Hybrid (Intel 965 chipset) running Vista is able to drive the TV *over HDMI* in its native 1360x768 resolution (the EDID has the correct info). This was a problem with a Samsung I bought and returned. Likewise, the homebuilt PC system (also an Intel chipset) has no problem driving the display at its native resolution (the Samsung could do this too, it just had problems accepting PC signal at native resolution over HDMI because its EDID was wrong). I have ordered component cables for the Playstation and XBox but they both work OK over composite (albeit not at 720p).

I am currently having a slight problem where the "HDMI 1" port loses sync to the Hybrid causing the TV to "flash" (loses both picture and sound at random intervals for a few seconds). Moving the connection to the HDMI 2 or 3 ports solves the issue, so I suspect it's just a connector problem. I will likely exchange it for this reason.

I'd recommend this TV to others.
Super Picture Quality
 
Review Date: May 26, 2009
Reviewer: W. J. Magee, Charlotte, NC
If you buy a TV based upon its picture quality compared to others in the group, then this is the set for you. Picture quality is outstanding! It's a little pricier than many, but then, you get what you pay for. I also like the fact that the bezel is a dull black rather than the gloss black of many other sets (no reflection). It arrived quickly, and nothing was broken. I bought the set to replace an older flat screen I use on the porch. This set is too good to use on a porch - so it's in my office now.
Very satisfied.
 
Review Date: June 12, 2009
Reviewer: Frank Jerome,
Very satisfied with this Sony HDTV. Easy setup. Nice style. Great HDTV images and color. Nice sound. Outstanding movie picture quality when using a DVD player. Okay for PC use, but display quality does not match most PC monitors that normally have higher resolution screens with more pixels.
Great TV, just make sure it's not too small for your needs
 
Review Date: October 7, 2009
Reviewer: sb-lynn, Santa Barbara, California United States
We bought this TV for my son, who was moving out of his dorm into a small apartment. We already had our own Sony Bravia 42 inch TV at home, and we love it.

No doubt there are cheaper LCD HD TVs out there, but you know when you get a Sony that you are going to get good quality. This Bravia series is no exception. The picture quality is astounding, especially when watching sporting events - you can see every face in the crowd.

I don't have much new to add to a review for this TV other than a simple warning that seems obvious - take a look at this TV at the store before you make your purchase online. When I bought this one I figured a 26 inch would be just perfect for my son, remembering my old "giant" 25 inch screens from the past. However, when this one arrived, it seemed so small. With the HD LCD screen, you really can go a bit bigger than you think. This 26 inch is great but I wish I had gotten just a bit bigger, especially for a TV that's going to be used in a livingroom area.
Sony Magic
 
Review Date: October 15, 2009
Reviewer: J. Dunlap,
Purchased the smaller screen so we could fit it in existing cabniet. Very pleased with the product, great picture. Took some effort to learn how to use new features along with an older model VCR player.

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