Sony BRAVIA V-Series KDL-52V5100 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV, Black
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Written by Atila on November 14, 2009 – 6:06 am
- 52-inch 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel provides optimum resolution from any HDTV source that delivers 1080p content
- Dynamic contrast works in real time to produce deep blacks in darker scenes, as well as fine details in shadows
- Engineered for fast-action sports, movies and games, Motionflow 120Hz technology further reduces blurriness
- Seven HD inputs, including four HDMI inputs (up to 1080/60p capable), HD component and combo inputs (1080/60i capable), and a PC input
- BRAVIA Link compatibility lets you expand your HDTV’s capabilities with BRAVIA Link modules, such as BRAVIA DVD Link
Product Description
For consumers who want an HDTV that keeps pace with fast-action movies, sports, and game play, Sony BRAVIA V-Series Flat Panel HDTVs combine Full HD 1080p performance and Motionflow 120Hz technology for an amazing viewing experience. Motionflow 120Hz takes both high-definition and standard programming a step further by increasing sharpness and detail in fast-moving images for more fluid, natural motion. In addition, BRAVIA V-Series HDTVs use proprietary Image Blur R… More >>
Sony BRAVIA V-Series KDL-52V5100 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV, Black
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Color and sharpness on most HD channels (especially sports) are fantastic. However, since my Comcast system cannot deliver me anything in 1080p yet, I wonder why I paid the extra money for it (?). I have experienced glitches with the cable box/tv interface wherein I will be watching an HD channel (WCVB ch. 805)and arrow up or down to go to another channel. What happens is a forced picture-in-picture effect wherein the image is condensed and pushed to the far left of the screen, while the right side of the screen is an image from the same scene frozen and vibrating. I cannot get out of this screen unless I shut off the tv and turn it back on. My cable guy tells me he has not seen this particular problem yet, since I have the brand new compact style cable box paired with a brand new HDTV. Supposedly the tv thinks it should be presenting a picture in 1080p when the most it can deliver through cable is 1080i or 720p and this messes up the signal between the box and the tv. For now, I have it set at 720p and am awaiting a call from Comcast to see if they have an older style cable box that might solve the problem. Otherwise, the big picture is great, the sound is ok, and the lag time required for the tv to respond to commands is a little annoying, but my six boys, my husband and I are really enjoying the blu ray movies and super picture on the nature and sports channels!
Rating: 3 / 5
The TV is very nice and does well. I has more than enough capability to interface with other electronic components with HDMI cables etc. However there is no preview of television programs available like my other Sony 46″ TV. You have to flip through the channels to find out when your program is on or use a TV Guide to find out whats on or coming up. This feature would have been nice on this television set. For this reason I will not give it 100% marks.
Rating: 3 / 5
Didn’t have an HD signal prior to it’s delivery, but soon after, was installed. Picture was good without, but big difference now, it’s wonderful! Fully satisfied with the set. Really need an HD signal to take advantage of it. Delivery/set-up service was fine.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have had the 52v5100 for two weeks. I noticed the picture has a boiling image around letters displayed on the screen and along high contrast lines, like the edges of peoples clothes and faces. I downloaded the firmware update and installed. No help. I called Sony, and they thought the issue might be weak signal from the cable because the self displayed letters from the internal menus were clear.
I had the cable company come and check the signal strength and lay a temproary new “long run” cable to my house. Nothing helped. I am going to return the tv to amazon. I just don’t like having to have a service call to work on something brand new – not a good omen.
The tv will not even turn on now. It just shuts down immediately and begins blinking the standby light in red. Manual says it needs service. Amazon has authorized return of the tv. I guess there is a bad one every now and then. Amazon does not have any more in stock, so I will shop for another model.
Rating: 3 / 5
I love the picture on this tv and with the 120 Hz, I feel it’s a great value. However, my tv flashes (loses picture and sound) intermittently when I use the HDMI 1 port. I can’t reproduce the problem with any of the other HDMI ports on the TV (I route everything via HDMI through my Sony AV Receiver, and have just a single HDMI cable from the receiver to the tv). After chatting with Sony tech support, they concluded the HDMI 1 port was bad. I returned it and got a second tv, but the problem persists with the new one. I realize I could use the other HDMI ports and all would be fine, but something is defective and I feel it’s worthy of a recall. I’ll continue to work with Sony tech support to resolve the problem, but I’m curious to know if anyone else has had a similar problem with this TV.
Rating: 3 / 5