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Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV

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Product Highlights

  • See It All in 3D
  • Full HD 1080p
  • Motionflow XR 480
  • Ambient Sensor
  • Internet Streaming & Connectivity
  • Dynamic Edge LED Backlight
  • X-Reality PRO Engine
  • Presence Sensor
  • BRAVIA Sync Compatible
  • Faster Start-Up

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Energy Guide The KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV from Sony is an ideal choice. Enjoy incredible depth and a sharp, Full HD 1080p picture from the leader in 3D technology. This slim, stylish screen has an integrated NTSC/ATSC/QAM tuner, which receives digital terrestrial, analog cable, and unencrypted digital cable signals alike. With integrated BRAVIA Internet Video, there's always something on. Using your home broadband Internet connection, you can access and instantly stream premium entertainment including movies, TV shows, videos and music. Plus take advantage of free high definition Skype-to-Skype video calls from the comfort of your living room.

Regardless of what you're watching or playing, Motionflow XR 480 technology enhances sharpness and delivers smooth motion for fast-action pictures. Sony's Motionflow XR 480 technology reduces blur caused by quick camera movements, enhances image sharpness, and overall creates a clearer picture. With Ambient Sensor technology, the KDL55HX729 automatically detects the TV's color and brightness based on the room's lighting conditions, then adjusts the image accordingly so you get a natural looking picture. Experience enhanced picture quality and contrast with local dimming technology. It sharpens image contrast giving an amazingly crisp picture you can see. The backlight system allows for a more environmentally friendly television than traditional CCFL-tube TVs.

The Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV is a great choice when you want big entertainment.

See It All in 3D
Enjoy incredible depth and a sharp, Full HD 1080p picture from the leader in 3D technology. Plus easy setup with built-in 3D sync transmitter. (3D Active Glasses required, sold separately)
Motionflow XR 480
Experience motion clarity from the combination of LED backlighting and high frame-rate technology. See smooth motion during fast action movies and sports. Sony's Motionflow XR 480 technology reduces blur caused by quick camera movements, enhances image sharpness, and overall creates a clearer picture
Ambient Sensor
Incredible picture in any lighting. The built-in Ambient Sensor automatically adjusts the TV's color and brightness based on the room's lighting conditions giving you a natural looking picture
USB Photos, Videos and Music
Share your photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite music. Simply connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device directly to your HDTV's USB input
Dynamic Edge LED Backlight
Experience enhanced picture quality and contrast with local dimming technology. It sharpens image contrast giving an amazingly crisp picture you can see. The backlight system allows for a more environmentally friendly television than traditional CCFL-tube TVs
Internet Streaming and Connectivity
Internet Streaming: Internet favorites now streaming on your television. In addition to Qriocity, watch hit movies with Netflix, popular TV shows on Hulu Plus or user-generated video on YouTube. You can even listen to personalized music on Pandora. Enjoy the widest selection of Internet content at your fingertips

Skype Ready: Easily connect to family and friends live on your HDTV wherever they are with Skype. Enjoy free high definition Skype-to-Skype video calls from the comfort of your living room. Simply attach the Sony compact microphone/camera (required, sold separately) and see your friends on the big screen - it's unlike any experience you could get on a PC

Integrated Wi-Fi: Conveniently stream entertainment straight from the Internet and from your home network using the built-in Wi-Fi

DLNA Streaming: Access and share photos, videos and music on your TV by streaming them from a compatible DLNA device like your PC or Playstation3 system

Navigation Made Easy
Enjoy an easy-to-use menu that allows you to navigate additional content or adjust the picture settings while watching your favorite program
Deep Black Panel
Enjoy excellent contrast and crisp picture
X-Reality PRO Engine
Enjoy Sony's best picture experience no matter what you're watching. Sony's X-Reality PRO engine brings out incredible detail through multi-frame, pixel-by-pixel analysis of each scene. You will see optimal color, contrast and sharpness including in low resolution web videos
Presence Sensor
Save energy when you're not around. The television's built-in motion sensor has the ability to scan the room and detect movement. If the sensor detects no movement it automatically turns off the picture leaving only sound. After more time and no movement, the TV turns itself off minimizing any unnecessary power draw
Faster Start-Up
The Quick Start and Viewing feature enables this Sony television to go from 'OFF' to 'ON' 2-3 times faster than previous Sony televisions
BRAVIA Sync Compatible
Conveniently operate and control other BRAVIA Sync compatible devices - including BRAVIA HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc players, surround sound systems, Handycam camcorders and Cyber-shot digital still cameras, all with one remote control when connected via HDMI
Audio Features
5.1 Channel Audio Out: Yes
5.1ch Through Out (Handycam): Yes
Alternate Audio (Digital): Yes
Audio Out: Fixed/Variable
Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes
Auto SAP: Yes
Clear Phase Speaker: Yes
Dolby: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pulse
Headphone/Speaker Link: Yes
Invisible Speaker (w/Sound Elevation): Yes
S-Master: Yes
Sony Original Surround: S-Force Front Surround 3D
Sound Booster: Yes
Sound Enhancer: Yes
Sound Mode: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice, Custom
Stereo System: MTS
Surround Effect: Cinema, Sports, Music, Game
Sensing Features
Ambient Sensor: Yes
Presence Sensor: Yes
Network Features
BRAVIA Internet Video: Yes
DLNA: Yes
HTML Browser: Yes
Media Remote: Yes (Firmware Update Required)
Photo MAP: Yes
Skype: Yes
TrackID: Yes
Video Search: Yes
What's New: Yes (Firmware Update Required)
Wi-Fi Certified: Yes
Wi-Fi Direct: Yes (Firmware Update Required)
Wireless LAN: Integrated
Video Features
24p True Cinema Technology: Yes
3D Comb Filter: Yes
4:3 Default: Yes
Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE): Yes
Auto Wide: Yes
Blinking Type: Frame Blinking
CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology: Yes
Deep Color: Yes
Intelligent Image Enhancer: Yes
Intelligent MPEG Noise Reduction: Yes
Live Color Technology: Yes
Motionflow Technology: XR 480
PhotoTV HD: Yes
Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom, Cinema, Game-Standard, Game-Original, Graphics, Sports, Animation
Video Processing: X-Reality Engine
Wide Mode: Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom, Caption, Normal/Full1/Full2 for PC
3D Features
2D to 3D Conversion: Yes
3D: Yes
3D Sync Transmitter Integrated: Yes
Display Features
Backlight Type: Dynamic Edge LED
Deep Black Panel: Yes
Display Device: LCD
General Features
Audio Return Channel: Yes
Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital
Finish (Surface Color): Black
HDMI InstaPort: Yes
New GUI: Yes
Start Up Sony Logo Display: Yes
Energy Saving and Efficiency
Backlight Off Mode: Yes
Dynamic Backlight Control: Yes
Energy Star Compliant: Yes (Exceeds v4.1)
Convenience Features
Auto Shut-off: Yes
BRAVIA Sync: Yes
Channel Block (with password): Analog and Digital
Channel Jump: Yes
Channel Surf: Yes
Control for HDMI (HDMI CEC): Yes
Distance Alert: Yes
Edit Channel Labels: Yes
Info Banner: Yes
Input Skip: Automatic
Label Inputs: Yes
Multiple Language Display: English, French, Spanish
On-Screen Clock: Yes
On-Screen Display for External Input: Yes
On-Screen Operating Instructions: Yes
On/Off Timer: Yes
PAP (Fixed or Variable): PAP (Variable)
PIP (Picture in Picture): Yes
Parental Control: Yes
Picture Adjustments Lock: Yes
Picture Frame Mode: Yes
Position Control: Yes
Quick Start and Viewing: Yes
Scene Select: Photo, Music, Cinema, Game, Graphics, Sports, Animation
Show/Hide Channels: Yes
Skin Naturalizer: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes
Twin Picture: PAP (Variable)
USB Application(s): Yes
Display
Screen Size (Diagonal) 55"
Aspect Ratio 16 : 9
Pixel Resolution 1920 x 1080
Brightness Not Specified By Manufacturer
Refresh Rate 240 Hz
Viewing Angle(H x V) 178° H x 178° V
Video
Video System ATSC, Clear QAM, NTSC
HDTV Compatibility 1080/24 p (HDMI only)
1080/60 i (HDMI/Component)
1080/60 p (HDMI/Component)
720/60 p
480/60 i
480/60 p
TV Scan Lines Up to 1080
TV Tuner Yes 1
Please Note:

VHF: 2-13, UHF: 14-69, CATV: 1-135

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Speaker
Sound Stereo
Subwoofer Yes
Power 20 W 2
Please Note:

10W + 10W

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Inputs/Outputs 2x RCA Stereo (L/R) Audio In (Rear)
1x RCA Stereo (L/R) Audio Out (Side)
1x RCA Component Video In (Rear)
2x RCA Composite Video In (Rear)
1x SPDIF Audio Out (Rear)
1x Ethernet LAN In (Rear)
1x HDMI Audio/Video In (Side)
3x HDMI Audio/Video In (Rear)
1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Mini Headphone Out (Side)
1x VGA Video In (Side)
1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Mini Audio In (Rear)
1x Coaxial Antenna Audio In (Rear)
2x USB 2.0 Audio/Video In (Side) 3
Please Note:

AC Power Input (Rear) x1

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Convenience
Picture in Picture (PIP) Yes
Digital Media Slot None
Wi-Fi Built-in
Menu Language English, Spanish, French
Remote Control Yes
Tilt/Swivel Tilt: Yes
Swivel: Yes, +20 / -20 4
Please Note:

Tilt Range: 0-6° Flexible

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Wall Mountable VESA 300 x 300 mm
General
Power Requirements 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption Operational: 177W
Dimensions (WxHxD) 50 x 30.4 x 1.6" / 127.00 x 77.22 x 4.06 cm Without stand
50 x 31.5 x 12.1" / 127.00 x 80.01 x 30.73 cm With stand
Weight 44.5 lb / 20.18  kg Without stand
56 lb / 25.40  kg With stand

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SonyKDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV
 
5.0

(based on 8 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Attractive (7)
  • Great picture quality (7)
  • Easy to set up (6)
  • Good remote control (6)
  • Led-backlit (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Movies (7)
    • Home theater (6)
    • Home (5)
    • Gaming (4)
    • Wall mounting (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Enthusiast (5)
      • Was this a gift?:
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    5.0

    So far so good!

    By Kevin

    from Phoenix, AZ

    About Me Casual User

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Best looking TV out there
    • Energy Efficient
    • Good Remote Control
    • Great Picture Quality
    • Great Sound Quality
    • LED-backlit
    • Reduced Glare

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Home
      • Movies
      • Video Games

      Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

      Haven't tried out the 3D but I didn't buy it for that. So far, picture looks amazing with a PS3 attached to it, which transmits 1080p. Sharp picture just as expected. Music/videos/photos can be played off of a USB connection, but it has to be FAT memory (flash, not a hard disk).

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      5.0

      Great Product!!

      By Hans

      from Michigan

      About Me Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Best looking TV out there
      • Easy To Set Up
      • Energy Efficient
      • Good Remote Control
      • Great Picture Quality
      • LED-backlit
      • Reduced Glare

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home
        • Home Theater
        • Movies

        Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

        I'm having this TV at my Great room, the image is sharp and the contrast has an amazing range, also I bought the Sony home theater to work in conjunction with the TV, I really recommend it is a whole new experience, The TV is complete, easy to set, user interface very friendly, Internet access works really well, I love the brushed steel stand.
        My room is very bright, but the TV handles it really well.
        So far I have none complains about it, great product!

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        5.0

        Great Tv better price

        By Kelly

        from Clarion, Pa

        About Me Power User

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • All the connections options I could ever need
        • Best looking TV out there
        • Easy To Set Up
        • Good Remote Control
        • Great Picture Quality

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Home Theater
          • Movies
          • Video Games

          Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

          Have only had this tv a week, but the image is amazing! Setup was a cinch. Have yet to go deeply into the web viewing, but gaming on this system is phenomenal. Sports and nature shows are equally special. Haven't tried the 3D yet, but have watched a blu ray flick and felt theaterish. Sound is adequate but a Tv this size needs surround. That's why I hope to win the 1k!

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          5.0

          Buy this TV - KDL-55HX729!

          By Cliff

          from Merrimac, MA

          About Me Enthusiast

          Pros

          • All the connections options I could ever need
          • Best looking TV out there
          • Easy To Set Up
          • Good Remote Control
          • Great Picture Quality

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Home
            • Movies
            • Video Games
            • Wall Mounting

            Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

            The picture on this TV is awesome! I jumped up from the older DLP TV to this and it was quite a jump.
            This TV is feature rich as are the other TVs in this class.
            I love the twin view feature which is what was on my older TV. I'm glad Sony continued with that feature.
            Overall this is a great product!

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            5.0

            GREAT TELEVISION!

            By Frank "Mr. Miller"

            from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

            About Me Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Best looking TV out there
            • Easy To Set Up
            • Energy Efficient
            • Good Remote Control
            • Great Picture Quality
            • LED-backlit

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Business
              • Home
              • Home Theater
              • Movies

              Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

              WOW! What a great TV. Easy to set up and this product has exceeded all my expectations. Never watched so much television in my life.

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              5.0

              Do not hesitate to buy this TV!

              By NYKid212

              from NY, NY

              About Me Enthusiast

              Pros

              • All the connections options I could ever need
              • Best looking TV out there
              • Easy To Set Up
              • Energy Efficient
              • Good Remote Control
              • Great Picture Quality
              • LED-backlit

              Cons

              • Glare
              • Poor Sound Quality

              Best Uses

              • Attached to Computer
              • Bedroom
              • Home
              • Home Theater
              • Movies
              • Video Games
              • Wall Mounting

              Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

              I was honestly nervous buying this, I'd never physically seen it, and decided to trust the Sony brand. Couldn't be happier, connecting to my wireless network was a breeze, the only pain was entering my complicated security key, using and accessing the apps is easy as pie, changing channels is practically instantaneous and the tv turns on the instant you press the button. No waiting at all. I've seen The Transporter 100 times and happened to go to HBO right during the fight scene where he slicks himself with engine oil...WOW! My eyesight doesn't come CLOSE to as crystal clear as this image! Absolutely amazing! I tried out the 3D, I swear this girl's arm was 5 feet into my room! Glass flew into my room and a polar bear stuck his head a foot from my tv! Everything is a breeze, picture is incredible to say the least! Only con is the quality is so good that movies like Star Wars looks like a cartoon now, lol...I was watching a show randomly while messing with picture settings and the camera was following this girl, I literally felt like i was walking behind her. Incredible...CANT WAIT FOR HOCKEY SEASON!

              Actually, the screen is high glare, need low lights, and the speakers are pretty bad! But TV is still amazing

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              5.0

              KDL55HX729- Great TV_Very Full Featured

              By DJ

              from Dallas, TX

              About Me Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Best looking TV out there
              • Easy To Set Up
              • Great Picture Quality
              • Great Sound Quality
              • LED-backlit

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home Theater
                • Movies
                • Wall Mounting

                Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

                The KDL55HX729 we purchased is great in every way except our model did not come with glasses, however B&H had a limited promotion that added them.

                The HDMI control worked perfectly with our receiver, however it had to be modified in order to leave the receiver turned on when the TV is turned off.

                The wireless internet was easy to set up and the TV updated itself in order to make it compatible with DirecTV.

                The menu and features were easy to navigate, much like the Playstation and the 2D picture is fantastic. The sound automatically goes to home theatre when it is turned on and the 3D mode kicked in as soon as a 3D signal is detected.

                All in all, for the price, one of the best values we found. A high quality picture, natural color (not harsh)and crystal clear from a very wide viewing angle in both 2D and 3D modes.

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                5.0

                Awesome picture

                By New Home Theater

                from Reston, Virginia

                About Me Casual User

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Home Theater

                    Comments about Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV:

                    Awesome picture...set up with the Bose surround sounds system (V35) and was forced to move the couch back from the TV.

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                    Sony KDL55HX729 55" 1080p 3D LED TV
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