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To start with, the sharpness of the picture and the sound output are more than adequate for a small TV. The unit is also very light and makes it easy to mount it anywhere the user wants. The device has a lot if input options and hence can be used in various other ways than just watch plain television. It can be used as a monitor for a computer, play station etc. The setup is very easy and has a lot of HDMI connections that can be used. The picture quality is outstanding at 720p and is even better when used to watch blu-ray discs on it. DVDs also appear to be a lot better on it than any of the alternate models. It is also very attractive to look at, as it comes with a black dull finish and not the glossy one which, in fact reflects light and makes it difficult while watching the screen.

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There is an efficient tuner in the device but it does not show the strength of the signal when the user is trying to use the device as a portable one and that makes it difficult in positioning the antenna. The screen turns much darker after there’s a dark scene coming on the TV and then turns to normal almost instantly. This can be quite disturbing to the users especially if they are watching in a low light area. There is no Electronic Program Guide, which is again disappointing to a few customers.

It can be best used as a bedroom set due to its size and on the whole, this is a great HD TV for the price, and that too coming from a big brand makes it even better.

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Product Features

* Enjoy a 26-inch flatscreen with vibrant 720p resolution from any HD source, including movies, sports, and HD television programming
* 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 (HD-15 pin)
* Expand your HDTV's capabilities with BRAVIA Link modules, such as BRAVIA DVD Link, BRAVIA Wireless Link, and BRAVIA Input Link (sold separately)
* BRAVIA Sync gives you one-touch access and control of all your compatible home theatre devices, as well as select Sony Handycam camcorders

Technical Details

* Brand Name: Sony
* Model: KDL-26L5000
* Display Technology: TFT active matrix
* Display Size: 26 inches
* Image Aspect Ratio: 16:9
* HDTV Compatible: Y
* Speakers Included: 2 speakers
* Height: 19.1 inches
* Width: 26.8 inches
* Depth: 3.7 inches
* Weight: 22.0 pounds

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