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37" BRAVIA L Series HDTV

Model number: KDL-37L5000
(Screen size measured diagonally.)
Model features: 720p resolution, 13,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 6 HD inputs, BRAVIA Link ready, ENERGY STAR® 3.0 certified

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$ 699 .99

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Get a flat screen without flattening your bank account. Delivering crisp, clear picture quality, the 37-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, 2 component 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 and reduces power consumption by up to 50 percent. Shop now for KDL-22L5000 Shop now for KDL-26L5000 Shop now for KDL-32L5000 Shop now for KDL-37L5000

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.

HD Component x 2 (1080/60p capable)

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

ENERGY STAR® 3.0

Sony® L-series HDTVs exceed Energy Star 3.0 requirements.

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 broadcasts5.

HDMI™ connection x 3 (1080/60p capable)

Get versatile HDMI connection options with three HDMI inputs (up to 1080/60p input capable)1. 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.

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 connector2.

Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) w/ dynamic backlight control

This powerful combination of features adjusts the brightness of the backlight both to optimize image quality and reduce power consumption. It works in real time, controlling bright outdoor images and dark interior shots scene by scene for better video quality and a reduction in power use.

Dynamic Contrast Ratio

13,000:1

One PC input (HD-15 pin)

One PC input (HD-15 pin) offers the added versatility to use your HDTV as a computer monitor4.

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.

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.

Product Profile

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Product Warranty

Product Specifications

Audio Features

  • 5.1 Channel Audio Out : Yes
  • 5.1ch Through Out (Handycam) : Yes
  • Alternate Audio (Digital) : Yes
  • Audio Out : Fixed
  • Auto Mute (on no signal) : Yes
  • Auto SAP : Yes
  • Digital Amplifier : Standard
  • Dolby® : Dolby® Digital
  • Sound Mode : Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice
  • SteadySound® Automatic Volume Control : Yes
  • Stereo System : MTS

Video Features

  • 24p True Cinema™ Technology : Yes
  • 3D Comb Filter : Yes
  • 4:3 Default : Yes
  • Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) : Yes
  • Auto Wide : Yes
  • CineMotion® Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology : Yes
  • Picture Mode : Vivid, Standard, Cinema
  • Wide Mode : Normal, Zoom, Wide Zoom, Full (Full1-2 for PC)

Audio

  • Audio Power Output : 20W (10W X 2)
  • Speaker Configuration : 2
  • Speakers (Total) : 2

Regulation and Standard Compliance

  • VESA® Hole Pitch : 300X300 M6/8-12mm
  • VESA® Hole Spacing Compatible : Yes

Display Specs

  • Aspect Ratio : 16:9
  • Color Range (u'v') : 88% OF NTSC
  • Color Range (xy) : 72% OF NTSC
  • Display Resolution : 1366 X 768p (HD)
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio : 13,000:1
  • On-Screen Contrast Ratio : 3,000:1
  • Panel Bit : 8-bit
  • Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 37"
  • Viewing Angle (Right/Left) : 178 (89/89)
  • Viewing Angle (Up/Down) : 178 (89/89)

General Features

  • Auto CC on Mute : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Link Module support : Yes (except BRAVIA® Internet Video Link)
  • Closed Captions (CC) : Analog, Digital
  • Demo Mode : Yes
  • Finish (Surface Color) : Black
  • On-Screen Display : Traditional

Video

  • Video Signal : 1080/60p (HDMI™ / COMPONENT), 1080/60i, 1080/24p (HDMI™ ONLY), 720/60p, 480/60p, 480/60i

General

  • Television Type : Flat Panel LCD HDTV

Energy Saving & Efficiency

  • Backlight Off Mode : Yes
  • Dynamic Backlight Control : Yes
  • Eco Settings : Yes
  • Energy Star® compliant : Exceeds Energy Star® Version 3.0
  • Estimated Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) : 258kWh
  • Idle TV Standby : Yes
  • PC Power Management : Yes
  • Power Consumption (On Mode) for Energy Star : 140.55 W
  • Power Consumption (Standby Mode) for Energy Star : 0.15W
  • Power Saving Modes : Yes

Recycled & Recyclable Materials

  • Packaging Materials : RECYCLED Carton (MORE THAN 40%)
  • Printed Materials : RECYCLED PAPER (MORE THAN 20%)

Display

  • Aspect Ratio : 16:9
  • Color Range (u'v') : 88% OF NTSC
  • Color Range (xy) : 72% OF NTSC
  • Display Resolution : 1366 X 768p (HD)
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio : 13,000:1
  • Native Resolution : 1366 X 768
  • On-Screen Contrast Ratio : 3,000:1
  • Panel Bit : 8-bit
  • Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 37"
  • Viewing Angle (Right/Left) : 178 (89/89)
  • Viewing Angle (Up/Down) : 178 (89/89)

Inputs and Outputs

  • AC Power Input : 1 (Rear)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 5 (1 Side, 4 Rear)
  • Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMI™ : 1 (Rear)
  • Audio Out : 1 (Rear)
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s) : 2 (Rear) (1 fixed/1 selectable)
  • Composite Video Input(s) : 2 (1 Side/1 Rear - selectable)
  • Digital Audio Output(s) : Optical Digital Output - 1 (Rear)
  • HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total) : 3 (1 Side, 2 Rear)
  • HDMI™ PC Input : Yes (see owner's manual for supported timings)
  • PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini) : 1 (Rear) (see owner's manual for supported timings)
  • RF Connection Input(s) : 1 (Rear)
  • S-Video Detection : Yes
  • S-Video Input(s) : 1 (Side)
  • USB 2.0 : 1 (Side for Service Only)

TV System

  • Channel Coverage : VHF: 2-13ch UHF: 14-69ch CATV (analog): 1-135ch CATV (digital) : 1-135ch
  • Color System : NTSC
  • Number of Tuners (Analog) : 1
  • Number of Tuners (Digital) : 1 (Hybrid)
  • TV System (Analog) : M
  • TV System (Digital) : ATSC
  • Tuner (Cable) : Clear QAM
  • Tuner (Terrestrial) : ATSC™ / NTSC

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 36 1/2 x 24 3/4 x 10 1/4 in (927 x 627 x 259mm) with pedestal; 36 1/2 x 22 5/8 x 3 7/8 in (927 x 574 x 96mm) without pedestal
  • Packaging (Approx.) : 44 1/4 x 25 3/4 x 7 7/8 in (1123 x 654 x 198 mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 35.5 lbs. (16.1kg) with pedestal; 31.5 lbs. (14.3kg) without pedestal

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Operation) max. : 170 W
  • Power Consumption (in Standby) : Less Than 0.5W
  • Power Requirements (frequency) : 50/60 Hz
  • Power Requirements (voltage) : AC 120V

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Labor / 1 Year Parts

Convenience Features

  • BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes
  • BRAVIA® Sync™ Menu Button : Yes (on Remote Control)
  • Channel Block (with password) : Yes
  • Channel Jump : Yes
  • Channel Labels : Yes
  • Channel Surf : Yes
  • Control for HDMI™ (HDMI™ CEC) : Yes
  • Edit Channel Labels : Yes
  • Favorites : Text
  • Favorites (Simple UI) : Yes
  • ID-1 Detection : Yes
  • Info Banner : PSIP, XDS
  • Input Skip : Manual
  • Label Inputs : Yes
  • Multiple Language Display : English, French, Spanish
  • On-Screen Display for External Input : Yes
  • PIP (Picture in Picture) : PC Input/TV Channel
  • Parental Control : Yes
  • Picture Adjustments Lock (For Americas) : Yes
  • Program Block : Yes
  • Short Banner : Yes
  • Show/Hide Channels : Yes
  • Sleep Timer : Yes
  • Theatre Mode (Theatre Button) : Yes
  • White Balance (For Americas) : RGB Gain/Bias

Display Features

  • Backlight Type : CCFL
  • Display Device : LCD

Video Specs

  • Video Signal : 1080/60p (HDMI™ / COMPONENT), 1080/60i, 1080/24p (HDMI™ ONLY), 720/60p, 480/60p, 480/60i

Audio Specs

  • Audio Power Output : 20W (10W X 2)
  • Speakers (Total) : 2

In the Box

  • AC Power Cord (attached)
  • Warranty Card
  • RM-YD028 Remote Control
  • Operating Instructions
  • Pedestal (separate, assembly required)
  • Batteries (AA x2)
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • 4 Screws (for pedestal)
Energy Star Product

Accessories

  • Blu-ray Disc™ Player

    Blu-ray Disc™ Player

    $179.99

BRAVIA Link Modules

  • BRAVIA® Wireless Link Module

    BRAVIA® Wireless Link Module

    $499.99

Wall Mounts & Brackets

  • Wall Mounting Bracket

    Wall Mounting Bracket

    $299.99

  • Tilt Wall Mount

    Tilt Wall Mount

    $149.99

  • Dual Arm Articulating Wall Mount

    Dual Arm Articulating Wall Mount

    $119.99

HDMI Cables

  • High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 9' 10

    High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 9' 10"

    $69.99

  • High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 3' 3

    High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 3' 3"

    $39.99

  • High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 16' 4

    High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 16' 4"

    $99.99

TV & Speaker Stands

  • BRAVIA® LCD HDTV Stand

    BRAVIA® LCD HDTV Stand

    $549.99

Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theater

  • Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theater System

    Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theater System

    $799.99

Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theater

  • Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theater System

    Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theater System

    $599.99

USB Media Players

  • USB Media Player

    USB Media Player

    $69.99

Cleaning Kit

  • Ultimate Performance TV Cleaning Kit

    Ultimate Performance TV Cleaning Kit

    $19.99

Video Calibration Wizard

  • HDTV Calibration Wizard DVD

    HDTV Calibration Wizard DVD

    $29.99

Surge Protectors

  • Home Theater PowerCenter™ HT 800

    Home Theater PowerCenter™ HT 800

    $79.99

  • Home Theater PowerCenter™ HTS 1600

    Home Theater PowerCenter™ HTS 1600

    $299.99

  • Home Theater PowerCenter™ HTS 950

    Home Theater PowerCenter™ HTS 950

    $149.99

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VIEW FOOTNOTES

  1. 37" measured diagonally
  2. HDMI™ connector required and sold separately.
  3. Works with BRAVIA® Sync™ or Theatre Sync™–labeled home audio/video products when connected via HDMI.
  4. Distance will vary depending upon environmental conditions.
  5. Limited to resolutions supported by both the PC and the Sony® HDTV. See Sony TV user's manual and PC documentation for the supported resolutions.
  6. Check with your local TV station or cable company for details on accessing or subscribing to HD content.
  7. The DMX-DVD, DMX-WL1 and DMX-SW1 BRAVIA Link modules cannot be installed on to the rear of the KDL-22L5000 and the KDL-26L5000

© 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, HDNA, BRAVIA Sync, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Engine, Theatre Sync, Cyber-shot, Handycam, 24p True Cinema, and their respective logos are trademarks of Sony. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. HDMI and the HDMI logo are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks. ENERGY STAR is a registered mark owned by the U.S. government. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

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