Sony XBR2 - Blu-ray Forum

ellldiablo · 09-02-2007, 03:26 AM

I just would like to know the opinion of some owners of the Sony XBR2 tv. I have read many reviews of the uneven backlighting on this set and i have the oppertunity to pick one up for $1,000. is the uneven backlighting a big issue on this set or any other downfalls? any thoughts?

The Guardian · 09-02-2007, 03:36 AM

I have a similar set, from the same time but a lower model number .. the backlighting is a little uneven, but the ONLY time you notice is if the entire screen is one dark colour... and stays like that for a while...

I've never noticed it during an actual movie, usually only when going through setup options or some kind of static screen like that.

For $1000 I'd grab it in an instant.... assuming good condition of course!

bmr76 · 09-02-2007, 03:48 AM

the clouding was a problem, only if youre looking for it. Youll love the set.

richard lichtenfelt · 09-02-2007, 04:28 AM

Can't go wrong with Sony or Samsung. Samsung makes the screens that Sony lcd tvs use. These two are the best except perhaps for the Pioneer Pro plasma which costs about 5 times as much and uses quite a bit more electricity.

ArkGuy · 09-02-2007, 04:49 AM

The 60" XBR2 has consistently been in cnet.com's top 5 regardless of type, since it came out. I got one in March and it's been fantastic. Kinda big, though, with those speakers. But a stunning picture.

russ · 09-02-2007, 04:59 AM

I have a 40" xbr2 and will say that yes, there is some clouding when the entire screen is dark, but if you turn the backlight down from max to like 7, it is minimized.

DJeffries · 09-02-2007, 05:30 AM

Its a great set. As said before the backlighting issue will only be seen on static solid color screens. Actual content looks fantastic.

ReduxInflux · 09-02-2007, 05:42 AM

own a 60xbr2 that i bought a little over a month ago. was hesitant before the purchase but im stoked on it. excellent tv!

surfdude12 · 09-02-2007, 06:10 AM

an xbr2??? for $1000??? and you're THINKING about this??

my best friend and i went shopping last week and he was salvating over the 70" xbr2 in a store, showing a nature scene and i'll admit its detail blows my samsung DLP out of the water. FYI...that price tag was $6000!

ESUNintel · 09-02-2007, 06:11 AM

I sell the XBR2 where I work, and people love it (actually sold 2 today). I have noticed the clouding, but many people do not finding annoying and still prefer it over most other LCDs. Sony and Samsung make some of the most stable LCDs out there, and $1000 is a great deal, we have them for $2100. The only LCDs we sometimes have a bunch of issues with are older Sylvania's and LG's.

...anyways, that is a great deal, you should buy it if it is in good shape.

drwatson1234 · 09-02-2007, 06:17 AM

I have the XBR3 and couldn't be happier in a tv. For a $1000, pull the trigger and enjoy. You won't regret it!

Footloose301 · 09-02-2007, 02:02 PM

I have the 46" XBR3 and couldn't happier. The clouding is NOT and issue when you turn on the built-in light sensor. The light sensor will dim the screen at night and get rid of the clouding.

mike79 · 09-02-2007, 02:45 PM

I have had it for about 7 months and I am on my 3rd one. Sony had to exchange it two times. I love the tv but it has been a hassle and they still have the problem, just not as bad.

09-02-2007, 03:26 AM	#1
ellldiablo Member Member since:Aug 2007 Blu-ray collection:68 Blu-ray reviews: 1	Sony XBR2 I just would like to know the opinion of some owners of the Sony XBR2 tv. I have read many reviews of the uneven backlighting on this set and i have the oppertunity to pick one up for $1,000. is the uneven backlighting a big issue on this set or any other downfalls? any thoughts?

09-02-2007, 06:11 AM	#10
ESUNintel Senior Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Colorado	It's a Great Deal I sell the XBR2 where I work, and people love it (actually sold 2 today). I have noticed the clouding, but many people do not finding annoying and still prefer it over most other LCDs. Sony and Samsung make some of the most stable LCDs out there, and $1000 is a great deal, we have them for $2100. The only LCDs we sometimes have a bunch of issues with are older Sylvania's and LG's. ...anyways, that is a great deal, you should buy it if it is in good shape.

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09-02-2007, 03:36 AM	#2
The Guardian Expert Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Kitchener, ON Blu-ray collection:9 Trading Score:1	I have a similar set, from the same time but a lower model number .. the backlighting is a little uneven, but the ONLY time you notice is if the entire screen is one dark colour... and stays like that for a while... I've never noticed it during an actual movie, usually only when going through setup options or some kind of static screen like that. For $1000 I'd grab it in an instant.... assuming good condition of course!

09-02-2007, 03:48 AM	#3
bmr76 Active Member Member since:Aug 2007	the clouding was a problem, only if youre looking for it. Youll love the set.

09-02-2007, 04:28 AM	#4
richard lichtenfelt Power Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:I'm not drunk, I'm just tired cause I been up all night drinking. Blu-ray reviews:3	Can't go wrong with Sony or Samsung. Samsung makes the screens that Sony lcd tvs use. These two are the best except perhaps for the Pioneer Pro plasma which costs about 5 times as much and uses quite a bit more electricity.

09-02-2007, 04:49 AM	#5
ArkGuy Active Member Member since:Jul 2007	The 60" XBR2 has consistently been in cnet.com's top 5 regardless of type, since it came out. I got one in March and it's been fantastic. Kinda big, though, with those speakers. But a stunning picture.

09-02-2007, 04:59 AM	#6
russ Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Alabama	I have a 40" xbr2 and will say that yes, there is some clouding when the entire screen is dark, but if you turn the backlight down from max to like 7, it is minimized.

09-02-2007, 05:30 AM	#7
DJeffries Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:The middle of nowhereland Blu-ray collection:673	Its a great set. As said before the backlighting issue will only be seen on static solid color screens. Actual content looks fantastic.

09-02-2007, 05:42 AM	#8
ReduxInflux Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:orange county, ca Blu-ray reviews:22 Trading Score:3	own a 60xbr2 that i bought a little over a month ago. was hesitant before the purchase but im stoked on it. excellent tv!

09-02-2007, 06:10 AM	#9
surfdude12 Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Club Loop Blu-ray collection:343 Blu-ray reviews:112 Trading Score:1	an xbr2??? for $1000??? and you're THINKING about this?? my best friend and i went shopping last week and he was salvating over the 70" xbr2 in a store, showing a nature scene and i'll admit its detail blows my samsung DLP out of the water. FYI...that price tag was $6000!

09-02-2007, 06:17 AM	#11
drwatson1234 Member Member since:May 2007	I have the XBR3 and couldn't be happier in a tv. For a $1000, pull the trigger and enjoy. You won't regret it!

09-02-2007, 02:02 PM	#12
Footloose301 Special Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Fort Myers, FL Home Theater Gallery:38 4K collection:2 Blu-ray collection:2 Blu-ray reviews: 1	I have the 46" XBR3 and couldn't happier. The clouding is NOT and issue when you turn on the built-in light sensor. The light sensor will dim the screen at night and get rid of the clouding.

09-02-2007, 02:45 PM	#13
mike79 Power Member Member since:May 2007 Location:NYC Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:1	I have had it for about 7 months and I am on my 3rd one. Sony had to exchange it two times. I love the tv but it has been a hassle and they still have the problem, just not as bad.

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