Sony MASTER A9S 48" Class HDR 4K UHD Smart OLED TV

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Sony MASTER A9S 48" Class HDR 4K UHD Smart OLED TV
Key Features
  • 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 OLED Panel
  • HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision HDR Support
  • 120 Hz Refresh Rate / X-Motion Clarity
  • Alexa, Google Assistant, HomeKit Support
Enjoy all your movies, TV shows, and online content at four times the resolution of 1080p with the Sony MASTER A9S 48" Class HDR 4K UHD Smart OLED TV. It has a 47.5" OLED display and incorporates Sony's X-Motion Clarity technology to digitally enhance fast-moving images to reduce blur. HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision compatibility offer a wide color gamut and enhanced brightness and contrast to provide vibrant, lifelike images for compatible content. Everything you watch is upscaled to near-4K quality with the onboard Picture Processor X1 Ultimate.
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Sony A9S Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Picture Processor X1 Ultimate
  • 3Designed for Faithful Reproduction
  • 4Pixel Contrast Booster for Enhanced Color and Depth
  • 5Acoustic Surface Audio
  • 6Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit Control
  • 7Game Mode for PlayStation Integration
  • 84K X-Reality PRO & Object-Based Super Resolution
  • 9TRILUMINOS Display
  • 10X-Motion Clarity Technology
  • 11Ambient Optimization Technology
  • 12Works with Apple AirPlay 2
  • 13HDR, Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, and Netflix Calibrated Mode
  • 14Slim, One-Slate Design
  • 15CalMAN Compatible
  • 16Additional Features

Enjoy all your movies, TV shows, and online content at four times the resolution of 1080p with the Sony MASTER A9S 48" Class HDR 4K UHD Smart OLED TV. It has a 47.5" OLED display and incorporates Sony's X-Motion Clarity technology to digitally enhance fast-moving images to reduce blur. HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision compatibility offer a wide color gamut and enhanced brightness and contrast to provide vibrant, lifelike images for compatible content. Everything you watch is upscaled to near-4K quality with the onboard Picture Processor X1 Ultimate.

The MASTER A9S series has built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity to allow access to the Google Play store, your favorite apps, and internet-based content via its Android 9.0 Pie operating system, plus content sharing and screen mirroring with your other compatible smart devices such as your smartphone or tablet. With four HDMI inputs, there are multiple options for connecting high-definition video sources, such as a Blu-ray player, cable/satellite box, and gaming console. A composite video input is also available for connecting legacy equipment, while three USB ports are onboard for connecting compatible multimedia peripherals like flash drives, enabling computer-free multimedia playback.

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Picture Processor X1 Ultimate
With enhanced processing power, the Picture Processor X1 Ultimate analyzes content to bring out the OLED's contrast with pure blacks, peak brightness, and natural colors. Object-based HDR remastering happens in real time to detect hundreds of individual on-screen objects and intelligently upscale everything you see to near-4K HDR quality to provide clear, bright, realistic images for everything you watch.
Designed for Faithful Reproduction
Sony's MASTER series TVs are designed to faithfully reproduce the creator's true intent on-screen, no matter what you watch.
Pixel Contrast Booster for Enhanced Color and Depth
Each pixel is individually controlled by the Picture Processor X1 Ultimate and enhanced by the Pixel Contrast Booster to augment color and contrast in bright areas so you can enjoy lifelike shades and hues, more depth, fine texture, and the black levels that only OLED can deliver.
Acoustic Surface Audio
With the Acoustic Surface Audio system, sound comes to you from the entire screen to create an immersive multidimensional audio experience, and with a woofer in the rear of the TV, you'll hear dynamic, bass-heavy sound for action movies and music.
Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit Control
The built-in Google Assistant lets you ask questions, search for your favorite movies, control compatible smart home devices, or access various apps and services. Download your favorite apps from the Google Play store, including YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, Spotify, and more. You can also find and cast your favorite videos to the TV with Chromecast built-in. You can also change the channel or volume with Amazon Alexa. Apple HomeKit support seamlessly integrates your Apple devices with the TV for simple smart home management.
Game Mode for PlayStation Integration
With the dedicated Game Mode, you'll enjoy a faster, smoother, more responsive experience in battle or sports games. Lifelike color, detailed contrast, and immersive sound help optimize your PlayStation experience.
4K X-Reality PRO & Object-Based Super Resolution
The Picture Processor X1 Ultimate upscales any kind of content to near-4K resolution with the 4K X-Reality PRO and Object-Based Super Resolution technologies. They are engineered to analyze and process data to enrich images with lifelike detail, textures, and clarity for nearly everything you watch by leveraging intelligent dual-database processing.
TRILUMINOS Display
TRILUMINOS Display technology is engineered to widen the TV's color spectrum. It analyzes and processes data in every image to make colors more natural and precise with enhanced color, light, and gradation.
X-Motion Clarity Technology
This technology is designed to control moving images to minimize blur to keep pictures true with less loss in brightness during high-speed scenes.
Ambient Optimization Technology
This technology automatically adjusts the TV's picture and sound to your environment. An embedded light sensor optimizes picture brightness to the room's conditions, boosting brightness in light rooms and reducing it in dark ones, to help provide an optimal image. Acoustic Audio Calibration analyzes the room's environment to produce sound that's enhanced and optimized to your room.
Works with Apple AirPlay 2
With AirPlay 2 functionality, you can stream video and audio to the TV right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Watch movies and shows from your favorite apps and the Apple TV app or Safari. You can also share your photos with everyone in the room.
HDR, Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, and Netflix Calibrated Mode
4K UHD resolution and HDR content, including Dolby Vision HDR compatibility, combine to bring augmented detail, color, brightness, and contrast to your media. The IMAX Enhanced program enables IMAX Enhanced content to be digitally remastered to provide sharper images and more powerful sound, as the creator intended. Netflix Calibrated Mode was developed so you can enjoy Netflix original content the way its creators intended.
Slim, One-Slate Design
With the one-slate design, the screen meets the edge of the TV to help the TV blend into nearly any room environment. The flush surface and narrow aluminum bezel are designed to keep you focused on the picture, not on the TV. Integrated cable management keeps your wires hidden to keep the TV free of clutter.
CalMAN Compatible
To address color variations from the production process, this TV is compatible with separately available CalMAN auto-calibration software and colorimeters. This provides additional levels of calibration and the ability to fine-tune adjustments not possible through conventional picture settings. It's designed to deliver high-fidelity color reproduction that's true to the original TV signal and can adapt to subtle changes in color that may occur over time.
Additional Features
  • sRGB, BT.709, BT.2020, Adobe RGB, and DCI color space support
  • Android 9.0 Pie OS
  • 16GB of onboard storage
  • Face Area Detection
  • Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Game, Graphics, Photo, Custom, Dolby Vision Bright, Dolby Vision Dark, Netflix Calibrated picture modes
  • Auto Wide
  • Auto, Wide, Zoom, Normal, Full1, and Full2 wide modes for computers
  • 4:3 Default
  • Auto Mode for motion enhancer
  • Frame Blinking
  • Live Color technology
  • CineMotion / Film Mode / Cinema Drive
  • Dual database processing
  • Balance control
  • Dual 10 W, 29 x 42mm actuators; 5 W, 60mm woofer
  • Supports 2-channel LPCM, 48 kHz, 16 bits, Dolby Audio, and DTS via optical out
  • Dolby Audio & Dolby Atmos support
  • Acoustic Auto Calibration
  • Clear Phase
  • Auto Surround
  • DTS Digital Surround
  • Standard, Dialog, Cinema, Music, Sports, and Dolby Audio sound modes
  • S-Master Digital Amplifier
  • S-Force Front Surround
  • Voice Zoom
  • ARC & eARC on HDMI3
  • Advanced Auto Volume
  • Auto Mute on no signal
  • HDMI support for 5.1-channel linear PCM at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz; 16, 20, and 24 bits, Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS
  • ARC support for 2-channel linear PCM at 48 kHz, 16 bits, Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos, and DTS
  • Home Network Client & Home Network Renderer
  • Wi-Fi Direct
  • Miracast screen mirroring for B2B purposes only
  • Video & TV SideView for iOS & Android
  • Related Info
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi
  • Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
  • Screen Reader
  • Audio Description
  • Text Magnification
  • Accessibility Shortcut
  • Switch Access
  • Auto Picture Mode
  • Supports English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Japanese text inputs
  • Chromecast built-in
  • Voice Search
  • Google Play Store
  • HDMI-CEC
  • i-Manual
  • Parental Control
  • Channel Block (with password) and Show/Hide Channels on analog & digital
  • On Screen Clock
  • Sleep Timer & On/Off Timer
  • USB support for FAT16, FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS file systems
  • Auto Shut-off
  • Power Saving Mode
  • Analog & digital closed captioning support
  • Hotel Mode Menu
  • Supports signals up to DCI 4K (4096 x 2160, 24p, 60p) up to 18 Gb/s via HDMI
  • HDCP 2.3 via HDMI
  • Bluetooth 4.2
  • HID/HOGP/SPP/A2DP/AVRCP Bluetooth profile support

Sony A9S Specs

Key Specs
Display Size
47.5"
Native Resolution
3840 x 2160
HDR Support
HDR10, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log Gamma
Inputs
3 x HDMI (Bottom)
1 x HDMI (Side)
1 x Coaxial F-Type (RF Antenna) (Bottom)
1 x RCA (Composite) (Side)
1 x 2RCA (Analog Audio) (Side)
Virtual Assistant
Works with Alexa, Apple AirPlay, Works with Google Assistant
Smart TV
Android TV 9
Display
Display Size
47.5"
Display Technology
OLED
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Native Resolution
3840 x 2160
HDR Support
HDR10, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log Gamma
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
Viewing Angle (H x V)
178 x 178°
Video
Video System
NTSC
Connectivity
Inputs
3 x HDMI (Bottom)
1 x HDMI (Side)
1 x Coaxial F-Type (RF Antenna) (Bottom)
1 x RCA (Composite) (Side)
1 x 2RCA (Analog Audio) (Side)
Outputs
1 x TOSLINK Optical (Digital Audio) (Bottom)
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (Headphone) (Side)
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Control
RS-232C via DE-9/DB-9
Speaker
Power
25 W
Convenience
Virtual Assistant
Works with Alexa, Apple AirPlay, Works with Google Assistant
Smart TV
Android TV 9
Media Player
3GPP
AAC
ASF
AVCHD
AVI
FLAC
JPEG
LPCM
MOV
MP3
MP4
MPEG1
MPEG2
MPEG2PS
MPEG2TS
OGG
VP8
WAV
WEBM
WMA
WMV
Xvid
Supported Languages
Afrikaans
Arabic
Bulgarian
Czech
Danish
English
Estonian
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Hebrew
Hindi
Hungarian
Indonesian
Italian
Japanese
Kazakh
Korean
Malaysian
Polish
Portuguese
Romanian
Russian
Simplified Chinese
Spanish
Swedish
Thai
Traditional Chinese
Turkish
Ukrainian
Vietnamese
Wall Mounting
300 x 300 mm
Remote
Microphone
Yes
General
AC Input Power
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Stand Dimensions
18.5" / 470 mm (Width)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
49.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
46.3 x 29 x 7.3"

Sony A9S Reviews

My first 4k TV

By tidysum
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-13

This is a great TV. The picture is the best. On and of instantly too.

Great picture-but…

By DRTV Pro
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-23

As a broadcast professional, I own many high-end Sony products. Unfortunately, I have learned that the failure rate of these Bravia TV it’s not up to Sony standards. This one worked flawlessly right out of the box as you might expect. The question is will it go the distance. I had one of my other Bravias fail in the third year just after I purchased this one.

Best TV we have owned!

By ABear
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-23

This TV is by far the best we have owned. Clean, clear and crisp picture. Perfect from any viewing angle.

A9S MASTER Series (indeed)

By SeanO
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-22

Superb fit and finish, especially for a mid range television. The unit has the esthetics of a top of the line product with impressive image quality (depending on what media is used) and the number of inputs makes it a versatile tool. The user interface is simple to use (for a change) making the initial setup easy and fast, so you can get to watching your favorite media in a snap. I haven’t utilized some of its more advanced technological features as of yet, but I don’t anticipate any issues when I do. Even though the unit’s cost is set at the mid range price point, the overall quality of the product left me feeling as if I’d gotten the better part of the deal, thereby negating any “buyers remorse” over the expenditure of such a large (to me) amount of funds. AND ITS REFRESHING, for once, to spend what meager funds I have and receive a product that is actually worth it.

Gorgeous picture!

By Harold
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-20

This was just what we needed. It is an excellent picture and has all the bells and whistles we wanted. Truly the finest tv of this size. Kudos to Sony. Also, delivery was amazingly fast.

So real, it's like you've suddenly got company.

By Jackson0954
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-18

This Sony is so amazing in clarity over my old Sony Bravia from 2005. When you're viewing a "talking heads" kind of show, it's like you've suddenly got company in the room, the sensation is so real. The sound has improved, too, with the dialog more distinct, probably because the screen itself acts as a kind of middle speaker, complimenting the surround souns.

Great Best Buy Products

By Petite Lady
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-13

I absolutely love my TV! The Geek Squad did an awesome job of installation!!

Sony 48 inch oled tv is amazing

By Ram4570
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-03

Sony 48 inch OLED TV is amazing part of the master series I did hang the unit on the wall has the TV stand I did not like it does not allow for a sound bar as it sits so low to the surface but other than the TV stand it comes with it’s a really great TV much improved and I would never ever buy anything Samsung.

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Can the motion blur feature be completely turned ...

Can the motion blur feature be completely turned off to get a true cinema quality picture?
Asked by: Steven
Yes, you can turn the motion processing off.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2020-12-10

This TV was promised months ago. What's the ...

This TV was promised months ago. What's the holdup?
Asked by: Michael
Due to the current situation shipping times have increased, I would recommend to sign up for stock alerts to let know when we get more in.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2020-10-23

Will the Apple TV 4K remote control the TV power?

Will the Apple TV 4K remote control the TV power?
Asked by: W Reid
Open Settings on Apple TV. Go to Remotes and Devices and turn on Turn On Your TV with Your Remote.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2021-11-28

I need the actual dimensions of the TV to know if ...

I need the actual dimensions of the TV to know if it will fit inside my entertainment center please?
Asked by: Cheryl
The Sony Master series A9S 48" model is 42.09 x 24.57 x 2.28".
Answered by: David
Date published: 2022-05-02

The viewing distance in my room is 7 to 10 feet ...

The viewing distance in my room is 7 to 10 feet on either side slightly off center axis. Is the set big enough for that viewing distance?
Asked by: Joe
Yes, per the Spec sheet, viewing an"gle is up to 178 degrees and 7-10 feet off center and with a 48"screen, a distance of 7-10 feet will give a good experience. Sony A9S Specs Display Size 47.5" Display Technology OLED Aspect Ratio 16:9 Resolution 3840 x 2160 HDR Compatibility HDR10, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log Gamma Refresh Rate 120 Hz Viewing Angle (H x V) 178 x 178°
Answered by: james
Date published: 2021-04-07

Can I connect Apple Tv to this?

Can I connect Apple Tv to this?
Asked by: Anonymous
You are able to connect a Apple TV unit with a HDMI Cable.
Answered by: Oscar
Date published: 2021-07-12

does this tv support 3d?

does this tv support 3d?
Asked by: Danny
No, Sony dropped 3D in the 2017 model year. You'll need to find a 2016 to have 3D support.
Answered by: Paulino
Date published: 2022-04-14

does this have a backlit remote control?

does this have a backlit remote control?
Asked by: George
This doesn't have a backlit remote.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2020-08-31
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