The Feature Presentation

This 37 inch widescreen Plasma XS Series WEGA TV with its accompanying Media Box WEGA Engine System is packed with special powers that make TV magic. To describe all the exclusive technology and complex circuitry would take more time than an unabridged Oscar acceptance speech and probably be about as interesting. It really only takes a second to literally see that Sony's KDE37XS955 has a superior screen and just a few moments more to describe the major players in producing such outstanding images. Like Sony's WEGA Engine System that provides stunning picture enhancement, using Digital Reality Creation (DRC) circuitry that produces remarkable picture resolution. The Advanced WEGA Engine System also includes Sony's Direct Digital II Circuitry and their Multi-Image Driver (MID X) Circuitry. Sony's Plasma Panel Driver optimizes contrast, giving you deeper blacks and improved depth while the new Panel Driver LSI provides a more realistic color expression by improving the color space of the original signal. With these and other advanced systems working toward the common goal of providing the highest possible image quality, the KDE37XS955 stands ready to show you just how great TV can look.

We Got WEGA For Optimal Image Performance!

You're just going to love the high resolution images on this High Definition (HD) digital television! As part of Sony's Grand WEGA HDTV series, the KDE37XS955 offers further refinements in picture quality with advanced imaging technology. Its exclusive WEGA Engine System maintains a beautiful HD digital picture by converting all signals to digital and applying an entire system of processes to improve resolution, sharpness, contrast, and expanded picture dimensionality. All the various signals your HDTV receives, such as Standard Definition broadcasts, composite video, component video, high definition video (interlaced or progressive) and even Memory Stick images will benefit from the WEGA Engine processing of this TV. Because it accurately maintains a digital picture from the first to the very last stage, you get superb picture quality from any and all video sources.

The Secret To Great Picture Is MID X Circuitry

The big secret behind this television, however, is the Multi Image Driver X Circuitry, or MID X, and it has two purposes. First, its primary job is to scale all incoming signals, Standard or High Defintion, to the configuration of the panel without degradation of signal quality. This means it converts the incoming signal to the higher resolution of your screen. And, unlike conventional circuitry, the WEGA Engine system maintains the picture in the digital domain the entire time so that your TV generates a picture that's less like watching television and more like a window to the world. The second purpose of the MID X is to provide unique picture features that were once impossible for fixed pixel devices: Twin-View Picture and Favorite Channel Preview. The Twin View is especially great for those of you who like to keep up on more than one program at a time by having two pictures side-by-side.You can even watch two pictures from two different sources (1080i, 720p, 480p, or 480i) at the same time for the ultimate picture-and-picture performance. Imagine the freedom of being able to watch a High Definition source side-by-side with a Standard Definition on the same screen. And, don't forget the Favorite Channel Preview-easy one-button access to the last eight channels you've watched, or you can preset it for your most favorite eight channels.

Bringing the Cinema Experience Home

To get the purest, most accurate reproduction of video from film sources, CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown is practically miraculous. Converting a film to video gets a little complicated due to the fact that video is shot at 24 frames per second (FPS) while the standard for film is 30 FPS. Obviously there's a bit of a discrepancy there. A process called 3:2 Pulldown is used to convert 30 FPS film to 24 FPS video, and it works fairly well except that there are some side effects. CineMotion overcomes the limitations of 3:2 Pulldown by essentially reversing the process, thereby eliminating visually distorted picture information and removing motion artifacts. This phenomenal technology optimizes film-based content from any video input. So, you can rest assured that this plasma television will make your favorite movies look as impressive in your home as they did in the theater (maybe better). Imagine enjoying cinema quality scenes without having to wait in line or fold yourself into a seat that threatens to fold up on you. With a Sony XS Plasma WEGA High Definition Television, you get all the fun of a movie theater in the comfort of your own home, where chairs have cushions, nachos are more than a few chips and a dribble of liquid cheese product, where beverages are undiluted and shoes are optional. When you have a Sony KDE37XS955 at the center of your home theater, every night is a good night to stay in.

Cable With No Cable Box? That's Right!

Because this HDTV's built-in CableCARD slot makes it Digital Cable Ready you can plug the cable directly into your TV and enjoy HDTV and digital cable without having to use a set-top box anymore. And, not only does the CableCARD slot allow you to throw out the cable box, it also functions as a security component, enabling the delivery of secure digital audio and video signals. There is, however currently a limitation to the CableCARD as interactive CableCARDS are yet to come from consumer electronic manufacturers. If you use two-way, interactive services such as Program Guides, Pay-Per-View, or Video-On-Demand services you will want to also have an HD set-top box with your CableCard. But, if you don't use those services, the CableCARD will work great all by itself. And, if you should ever decide that you do want two-way interactive services, HD set-tops are available.

Easy Connecting And Operating

There are lots of features on this HDTV which make it not only nice to watch, but easy to operate-such as the on-screen display that shows which component is connected to each video input. The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) program controls the monitor display and allows you to interact with the system that links one device to another, such as the satellite receiver and the TV. HDMI is an enhanced version of DVI-HDTV and with the use of an adaptor, is backward compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface), which transfers high-resolution video and multi-channel audio signals to the HDTV monitor. And because you want to be able to connect your HDTV to other electronic components, the KDE37XS955 features other connections in addition to the HDMI connection, such as a rear Control S-Input and S-Output.

Enhanced Memory Stick Media Playback

For digital imaging enthusiasts, convenient JPEG and MPEG1 file playback is available via the Memory Stick media slot. Simply slide the Memory Stick media (a small, stable, removable memory form that allows for the quick insertion of data) out of a compatible camera or camcorder, for example, and into the HDTV's slot so see your images on the TV screen. You can even impress friends and family by viewing your family's photos, or customized slide shows onscreen while listening to MP3 audio tracks.

TruSurround & External Sound

In audio lingo the "sweet spot" is the zone where audio sounds its best. Most of the time this is not truly a sweet situation. Put an average system in a typical room and you may not have much of a sweet spot. Rather than rearrange the furniture or settle for sound that's less than it should be, you should turn an ear toward Sony's TruSurround system. TruSurround eliminates the need to sit in the sweet spot to enjoy the best sound. It generates the lifelike sound of rear speakers using the KDE37XS955's two 25 watt, full-range built-in stereo speakers and 50 watt subwoofer. It's like getting a free pair of invisible speakers, so you can enjoy sweet sound from anywhere in the room and everyone gets a good seat. This HDTV also comes with Steady Sound, a wonderful feature that keeps you from getting "blasted" by those really loud and obnoxious commercials. This feature ensures a consistent audio output between commercials and programs. And, don't forget there's the Audio Output that can be set for fixed or variable output, giving you the option of sending your television's audio to an external sound system and either controlling the volume through your receiver/amplifier (fixed output) or through your TV (variable output). You can also take advantage of the subwoofer output to connect a powered subwoofer and really add some power to your entertainment.

Control Issues

The KDE37XS955 is probably the nicest looking TV you've ever seen and most likely the easiest to operate. Channels can be programmed automatically and widescreen mode can be set to auto as well. Parents will appreciate the assistance of V-Chip Parental Control in keeping certain programs from sensitive eyes and ears. You can select favorite channels for quick click selection, add channels to the list, or elect to skip over them. Program Palette Presets make it easy to optimize the picture for different programming choices (e.g. sports, movies, video games). The on screen display offers assistance in English, French or Spanish and closed captioning is also available at your fingertips. Since your finger may not always be available when a button needs pushed, the KDE37XS955 also has a two event clock/timer and sleep timer. But, even with all the amazing and enjoyable extras in this XS Plasma WEGA High Definition Television, it all comes back to one thing; it looks so incredibly good!

Purchase Includes:

Remote, Instruction Manual, Quick Start Guide, AA Batteries, Cleaning Cloth

Comparison Specifications

• 37" Screen Size (Measured Diagonally)
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• High Resolution (1024 x 1024)
• 480i, 480p, 1080i & 720p Capable, Computer RGB
• Rear HDMI Connection (1), Control S-Input (1), Control S-Output (1)
• Fixed/Variable Audio Output (1), Subwoofer Output (1)
• TruSurround Sound SRS 3D Audio Effect; Built-in 2-Way Side Speaker System with Subwoofer and Center Channel Input
• S-Master 1-Bit Digital Amplifier (25 W x 2 (L/R) & 50 W Subwoofer)
• Digital Cable Ready: CableCard Slot
• Flexible Twin View Picture and Picture

Additional Specifications

• Advanced WEGA Engine System
• Built-in NTSC TV Tuner
• Direct Digital II Circuitry
• Digital Reality Creation (DRC) Multi Function Circuitry
• MultiImage Driver (MidX) Circuitry
• Re-enginereed Plasma Panel Driver LSI
• Cinemotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown
• BN Smoother Technology
• Enhanced Memory Stick Media Playback (JPEG/MPEG1)
• Clock/Timer; Sleep Timer

Manufacturer Specifications

• Energy Star Compliant
• Color Temperature Adjustment: 5000-7500K
• 1 Tuner Picture In Picture
• Auto Wide/Wide Screen Modes
• Multiple Languages (3) On-Screen Display (English, French, Spanish)
• Auto Channel Program
• Caption Vision (CC); V-Chip Parental Control
• Channel Skip/Add, Favorite Channel Preview, Program Palette Presets
• Preprogrammable Remote Control
• Purchase Includes: Remote, Instruction Manual, Quick Start Guide, AA Batteries, Cleaning Cloth

Dimensional Specifications

• Size: 42"x27"x15"
• Weight: 113 lbs.

Sony KDE-37XS955 Warranty Details

One Year Parts and Labor Limited Warranty