2021 Sony Master Series Z9J (75" and 85") [Owners' & Discussion Thread]

[MechaGodzilla]

FIRST LOOK: Sony Z9J BRAVIA XR MASTER Series TV - YouTube

Master Series Z9J (75" and 85" models) 8K LED TV features:

• Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favourite content
• Combined with the precision of a Full-Array LED panel, XR Triluminos Pro, XR Contrast Booster and XR 8K Upscaling delivers supreme 8K realism with deep blacks and intense brightness
• Latest XR Motion Clarity technology cross-analyses data to ensure action stays smooth, bright and clear with no blur
• X-Wide Angle technology provides vivid real-world colours from any angle while retaining more brightness
• Acoustic Multi-Audio technology delivers cinematic surround sound and accurate sound positioning, providing pictures and sound in perfect harmony
• BRAVIA CORE™: In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), BRAVIA CORE™ is where entertainment meets technology and was developed to add value and showcase unique Sony experiences. Pre-loaded on all-new BRAVIA XR models, users can enjoy a selection of the latest SPE premium and classic titles and the largest IMAX Enhanced collection. BRAVIA CORE is the first in the industry to feature Pure Stream™ technology, achieving near-lossless UHD BD equivalent quality with streaming up to 80 Mbps.
• Quick access to an array of content and services with Google TV
• Easy connectivity to most devices, including Apple® AirPlay® and HomeKit™
• Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
• Hands-free voice search works alongside Google Assistant to provide a smarter viewing experience
• X-Anti Reflection minimises reflection for a distraction-free viewing experience
• HDMI 2.1 feature compatibility, including 4K 120fps, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and eARC
• Support for Dolby Vision® HDR and Dolby Atmos® immersive audio will transform entertainment with ultra-vivid picture quality and incredible moving sound
• Ambient Optimization optimises picture and sound quality in any environment
• Minimalist one slate design embraces the screen in a single pane of glass that’s naturally elegant and keeps viewers focused on the picture without distraction
• Three-way stand provides three stand position options, including a narrow position for a smaller footprint, hero position to eliminate distractions and soundbar position to elevate the TV and integrate a soundbar system
• Netflix Calibrated Mode offers studio-quality Netflix content, and IMAX® Enhanced™ delivers IMAX remastered picture and immersive audio by DTS
• Calman® Ready offers advanced calibration capabilities and the ability to fine-tune adjustments simply not possible through conventional picture settings

Official site links: US | UK

[DDH]

A more detailed account...

https://post.m.smzdm.com/p/a4wzo0d8/

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How awesome is the XR chip?
https://family.pconline.com.cn/1401/14014729.html

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Sony Z9J TV price in Germany

https://www.atlasfernsehdienst.de/?s=Sony+z9j

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Originally Posted by Robert Zohn

This Saturday, February 6th at 6pm ET I'll be presenting Sony's 2021 TV Line-up on Stop the FOMO's Youtube channel. Here's the link to join us and we'll have an open Q & A

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6rr...ature=youtu.be

[DDH]

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Originally Posted by Robert Zohn

Here's the .pdf spec sheet for Sony's 2021 Z9J 8K TV.

Here's Sony's 85" 2021 Z9J 8K TV .pdf spec. sheet.

Later tonight I'll have the detailed cut sheets with all of the detailed measurements. I'll put the cut sheets on our Z9J webpage. I also have more specs on our Z9J webpage.

[DDH]

75" TV Spec Sheet
http://www.sonypremiumhome.com/pdfs/...2021-04-13.pdf

75" TV Cut Sheet
http://www.sonypremiumhome.com/pdfs/...t_20200925.pdf

85" TV Spec Sheet
http://www.sonypremiumhome.com/pdfs/...2021-04-14.pdf

85" TV Cut Sheet
http://www.sonypremiumhome.com/pdfs/...t_20200925.pdf

What functions are supported on each of the HDMI terminals?
https://www.sony.com.au/electronics/...icles/00194995

[Robert Zohn]

The Sony Allocation G-ds were very kind to us again! This time they brought us Sony's new Z9J 8K TVs.

Sorry no pics of them set-up, but I'm taking one home tonight and we'll have the others set-up tomorrow in our showroom for all of the YouTube a/v channels to see and we'll have our first findings to discuss and compare the Z9J to other 8K TVs and the best new 4K TVs too.

[DOULG1VEN]

Can't wait to see this bad boy in person. Can't imagine what 10,000 nits will look like

[Robert Zohn]

Very sorry to say we found an error in the CalMAN transition of how the meter was reading the Z9J peak luminance and what the actual peak luminance actually is. Here's the corrected peak luminance in the Custom and Vivid HDR modes:

Custom HDR
1% 2,481
2% 2,113
5% 2,091
10% 1,944
25% 1,237
50% 856
75% 717
100% 671

Vivid HDR
1% 2,666
2% 2,675
5% 3,075
10% 2,286
25% 1,406
50% 951
75% 817
100% 813

[Robert Zohn]

Check out Stop the FOMO's interview with D-Nice and me with more details on Sony's Z9J and LG's QNED99 8K TVs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGhr...ature=youtu.be

[Robert Zohn]

Sony's 75" and 85" Z9J prices drop by $1,003 each starting today!

Also very aggressive sale prices for LG's new 65", 75" and 86" 2021 QNED99 8K HDT TVs also starts today, Monday, August 23.

[MechaGodzilla]

Some very good news for any gamer who owns or is considering the Z9J. Sony has started rolling out a new firmware update which, among other things, enables local dimming in VRR mode on the Z9K, X95K, X90K, Z9J, X95J and X90J.

[uncledougie]

I’m getting a Panasonic UB9000 to mate to the Z9J, though I’ve been quite happy with my Sony X800M2 which isn’t that old. Since I think HDMI 4 is the only input that handles an 8K signal, even though no player has that capability yet (if ever), would I be advised to run the player directly to that input and run the audio only HDMI through the Yamaha receiver? Would that be any perceptible improvement or merely complicate the routing needlessly? Just wondering.

[Panson]

Originally Posted by uncledougie

I’m getting a Panasonic UB9000 to mate to the Z9J, though I’ve been quite happy with my Sony X800M2 which isn’t that old. Since I think HDMI 4 is the only input that handles an 8K signal, even though no player has that capability yet (if ever), would I be advised to run the player directly to that input and run the audio only HDMI through the Yamaha receiver? Would that be any perceptible improvement or merely complicate the routing needlessly? Just wondering.

This may be helpful (found at BB Z9J webpage).


Q: QuestionHi! I have an av- receiver ( Marantz Sr5015) , which has one 8k input and one 8k output, what is the best configuration to connect :Rtx 3090 pc, Ps5 and 5.1 klipsch speakers to this Avr to get best experience on 75xrZ9j. Thanks in advance
Asked 2 months ago by Cezar.

A:Answer Hi Cezar, Thank you for your inquiry! For this, we recommend having the AV Receiver connected to the HDMI 4 input of the TV and follow the steps on our Help Guide link on how to enjoy 8K on the Sony XR75Z9J TV. https://helpguide.sony.net/tv/iusltn..._02.html?hl=8k I hope this helps! Regards, Carl
Answered 2 months ago by SonyListens

[Robert Zohn]

Panasonic's UB900P1k is on Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale that ends at 11PM. The all in delivered price for all US zip codes is $949.

[uncledougie]

Originally Posted by Panson

This may be helpful (found at BB Z9J webpage).


Q: QuestionHi! I have an av- receiver ( Marantz Sr5015) , which has one 8k input and one 8k output, what is the best configuration to connect :Rtx 3090 pc, Ps5 and 5.1 klipsch speakers to this Avr to get best experience on 75xrZ9j. Thanks in advance
Asked 2 months ago by Cezar.

A:Answer Hi Cezar, Thank you for your inquiry! For this, we recommend having the AV Receiver connected to the HDMI 4 input of the TV and follow the steps on our Help Guide link on how to enjoy 8K on the Sony XR75Z9J TV. https://helpguide.sony.net/tv/iusltn..._02.html?hl=8k I hope this helps! Regards, Carl
Answered 2 months ago by SonyListens

Great, thanks. I’ll switch things to the HDMI 4, and if my Yamaha doesn’t accommodate 8K out, will just run the audio through the receiver. Appreciate the tip.

Edit: Looks like no 8K pass through, even though only 4 year old receiver; will use direct connection to HDMI 4 and use audio output to generate the surround as usual.