Sony KV FS13 Series TV (27", 32", 36")

alaTest has collected and analyzed 107 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the usability and design. The remote control and sound are also mentioned favorably. Some have doubts about the build quality.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Sony KV FS13 Series TV (27", 32", 36") is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 73/100 = Good quality.

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Sony KV-27FS13

 

Purchased set brand new in November 2001. As of last week, whenever I press the power button the TV clicks on but then shuts off after 3-4 seconds (before the screen ever comes on). In addition, the red "stand by timer" LED blinks 4 times. Service...

Good quality picture

TV fails to work after 22 months

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Amazon review summary for the Sony KV FS13 Series TV (27", 32", 36")

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 61 user reviews of the Sony KV FS13 Series TV (27", 32", 36") from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

image quality, value for money, sound, remote control, energy

85% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Excellent flat screen TV-what a wonderful picture

 

surround sound, flat screen, great color, 4 different inputs, neat hidden holding slots for carrying

heavy and big, minor distortion with straight lines, no PIP

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Great Picture, Great Price

 

I bought this TV off Ebay and I'm blown away. You get the great clear crisp Sony picture for a great price. Sometimes Sony TV's can be hit or miss as far as reliability but they got it right on this model. The picture from a DVD player using the...

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Great Picture, Great Price

 

Great Picture, Great Price

I bought this TV off Ebay and I'm blown away. You get the great clear crisp Sony picture for a great price. Sometimes Sony TV's can be hit or miss as far as reliability but they got it right on this model. The picture from a DVD player using the...

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Will not disappoint

 

Will not disappoint

If you're not yet in the market for an HDTV, this, or any of Sony's other 32-36" Trinitron tubes will not disappoint you. The relative clarity you receive with a "digital" cable service and/or digital dish service is excellent. Further, you can take...

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4.5 stars

 

4.5 stars

I've had this television for probably about a year. It is a fantastic set. I am no videophile but I can tell you that it has the best picture of any set that I have owned. I'm pretty sure that it also has the best picture that I have seen on just about...

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4.5 stars

 

I've had this television for probably about a year. It is a fantastic set. I am no videophile but I can tell you that it has the best picture of any set that I have owned. I'm pretty sure that it also has the best picture that I have seen on just about...

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Impressed at First, but....

 

When we first purchased the television we were impressed with the picture quality. Very crisp and lifelike colors. Also impressive was the remote. However, after living with the tv for 18 months, we find the picture quality is deteriorating! The colors...

Great remote

Picture quality deteriorates

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Impressed at First, but....

 

Great remote

Picture quality deteriorates

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Product Specifications

Sony's KV-27FS13 27-inch FD Trinitron WEGA TV provides the entertainment experience you've been waiting for. Featuring Enhanced Stereo Sound, a 3-Line Digital Comb Filter, Matrix Surround Sound, and 16: 9 Enhanced Mode, this TV's sharp images and rattling sound will amaze you from the moment you press the power button. Utilize convenience features like Jump Channel and Speed Surf Channel Selection when you feel like surfing. You want entertainment? The wait is over.

Audio System

Sound Output Mode:Stereo
Speakers Included:2 speakers
Surround Mode: Yes

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:25.6in
Height:31.1in
Weight:222.7lbs
Width:35.8in

DVD

Type: None

Header

Manufacturer:Sony
Model:36FS13
Product Line:Sony KV

Miscellaneous

Color:Silver

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Television

CRT Type:FD Trinitron
Diagonal Size:36in
Diagonal Size (cm):92cm
Digital Television Certification:Not certified
Image Aspect Ratio:4:3
Parental Channel Lock: Yes
Series:WEGA
Technology:CRT
Type:CRT TV
Video Interface:Component / Composite / S-Video

TV Tuner

dbx Noise Reduction: Yes
Secondary Audio Program (SAP): Yes
TV Tuner Presence: Yes
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