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darnit · 01-24-2008, 09:30 PM

I was at Costco today and saw they are offering a 52" LCD Sony Bravia. What is confusing to me is that the specific tag: Sony Bravia 52” KDL52wL135. I can find very little info about this model online compared with the XBR models.

My question is is the KDL the same as the XBR but just a red label specific to costco? The specs seem identical to me, however I really have my heart set on the XBR series and want to make sure I get the top of the line vs a substandard set.

Anyone have any insight into this?

darnit · 01-24-2008, 10:47 PM

Bump for info... I need to buy this by Sunday and don't want to drop 3k on something unless I know what I'm getting.

KRosh · 01-24-2008, 11:41 PM

what up Darnit - Long time no speak

XBR has ....

BRAVIA Engine? PRO Full Digital Video Processor

BRAVIA Engine? PRO builds upon the BRAVIA Engine system's outstanding video processing functions making it Sony's most advanced video processing system. It is the culmination of our legendary picture quality expertise, featuring the latest generation of proprietary video processing technology: Digital Reality Creation - Multi Function (DRC-MFv2.5). This technology creates a high-density video signal that traditional interpolation video processing cannot achieve. This latest generation of DRC-MF features increased processing power and provides a sharp, crystal clear image with both 480i and 480p standard definition and all high definition sources (except 1080p). It also features "1080p Direct Creation" which minimizes loss in interlace-to-progressive (IP) conversion by performing Digital Reality Creation and IP Creation algorithms simultaneously.

DMex - Ready (Digital Media Extender)

Sony's Digital Media Extender (DMex) ready televisions offer a digital connection path for the addition of the optional modules like the new BRAVIA Internet Video Link. 6 With innovative DMex expansion capabilities featuring the Emmy® award winning XMB user interface, these models are not merely TVs, but powerful entertainment platforms that not only meet your needs today, but extend to add new features seamlessly.
Xross Media Bar® (XMB) interface

When was the last time you saw an on-screen display that was fast, fun and easy to use? Sony's award-winning Xross Media Bar? (pronounced Cross) provides a logical and fast way to access set up menus, user controls, and more. The on-screen display comes to life by pushing the XMB menu button on the remote. Navigation through the menus is smooth and fast.
BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? technology

Sony® created BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? to go beyond basic digital audio and video transmission. Based on the HDMI-CEC function, BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? will be included on select BRAVIA® Theatre home A/V systems and components. This useful function reduces the hassle and time consuming job of powering up, routing signals, etc. to the simple push of one button.8 Want to play your DVD on your Sony® A/V system? Easy, just push PLAY on the BRAVIA® HDTV remote and everything is taken care of for you. Even when the system is off! Want to change from TV sound to digital surround sound through your Sony BRAVIA® Theatre A/V system? Just one push of the Theater Sound button on the remote and voila, surround sound through your system. Want to power down everything once you've finished enjoying it? Push one button and the TV and A/V system powers down. BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? helps make things a whole lot easier to operate.

darnit · 01-25-2008, 11:03 AM

K, long time indeed. Hope you are well.

Bump for the morning crew.... anyone?

01-24-2008, 09:30 PM	#1
darnit Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Teh Interweb Posts: 2,439	HDTV gurus - In here..... I was at Costco today and saw they are offering a 52" LCD Sony Bravia. What is confusing to me is that the specific tag: Sony Bravia 52” KDL52wL135. I can find very little info about this model online compared with the XBR models. My question is is the KDL the same as the XBR but just a red label specific to costco? The specs seem identical to me, however I really have my heart set on the XBR series and want to make sure I get the top of the line vs a substandard set. Anyone have any insight into this?

01-24-2008, 11:41 PM	#3
KRosh So Fucking Outlawed Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 5,114	what up Darnit - Long time no speak XBR has .... BRAVIA Engine? PRO Full Digital Video Processor BRAVIA Engine? PRO builds upon the BRAVIA Engine system's outstanding video processing functions making it Sony's most advanced video processing system. It is the culmination of our legendary picture quality expertise, featuring the latest generation of proprietary video processing technology: Digital Reality Creation - Multi Function (DRC-MFv2.5). This technology creates a high-density video signal that traditional interpolation video processing cannot achieve. This latest generation of DRC-MF features increased processing power and provides a sharp, crystal clear image with both 480i and 480p standard definition and all high definition sources (except 1080p). It also features "1080p Direct Creation" which minimizes loss in interlace-to-progressive (IP) conversion by performing Digital Reality Creation and IP Creation algorithms simultaneously. DMex - Ready (Digital Media Extender) Sony's Digital Media Extender (DMex) ready televisions offer a digital connection path for the addition of the optional modules like the new BRAVIA Internet Video Link. 6 With innovative DMex expansion capabilities featuring the Emmy® award winning XMB user interface, these models are not merely TVs, but powerful entertainment platforms that not only meet your needs today, but extend to add new features seamlessly. Xross Media Bar® (XMB) interface When was the last time you saw an on-screen display that was fast, fun and easy to use? Sony's award-winning Xross Media Bar? (pronounced Cross) provides a logical and fast way to access set up menus, user controls, and more. The on-screen display comes to life by pushing the XMB menu button on the remote. Navigation through the menus is smooth and fast. BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? technology Sony® created BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? to go beyond basic digital audio and video transmission. Based on the HDMI-CEC function, BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? will be included on select BRAVIA® Theatre home A/V systems and components. This useful function reduces the hassle and time consuming job of powering up, routing signals, etc. to the simple push of one button.8 Want to play your DVD on your Sony® A/V system? Easy, just push PLAY on the BRAVIA® HDTV remote and everything is taken care of for you. Even when the system is off! Want to change from TV sound to digital surround sound through your Sony BRAVIA® Theatre A/V system? Just one push of the Theater Sound button on the remote and voila, surround sound through your system. Want to power down everything once you've finished enjoying it? Push one button and the TV and A/V system powers down. BRAVIA® Theatre Sync? helps make things a whole lot easier to operate. __________________ ICQ 115433750

01-24-2008, 10:47 PM	#2
darnit Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Teh Interweb Posts: 2,439	Bump for info... I need to buy this by Sunday and don't want to drop 3k on something unless I know what I'm getting.

01-25-2008, 11:03 AM	#4
darnit Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Teh Interweb Posts: 2,439	K, long time indeed. Hope you are well. Bump for the morning crew.... anyone?