Questions & Answers
- Model:
- K55XR80
- |
- SKU:
- 6578569
Q: QuestionWhat type of external speakers can I use on this TV?
Asked by Papa8541.
- A:Answer Hi Papa8541, thanks for your question! About the external speakers, the BRAVIA can use 3 connection types: 1. Bluetooth, it comes with A2DP Bluetooth profile, meaning that you can connect wireless speakers or sound bars. 2. ARC/eARC, the HDMI 3 on the TV is the ARC/eARC that can handle wired HDMI connections for you to use sound bars, receivers, etc. 3. Optical, the BRAVIA 8 can use optical connection, in the box, there is a small adapter that you have to connect to the port behind your TV and then just connect the optical cable. If you need more details, you can check https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-oled-tvs-android-/k-55xr80 Thanks for choosing Sony! Gus
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionCan you show your own photos on this TV as you can with the Frame?
Asked by Karnak.
- A:Answer There are usb ports in the back that work with thumb drives so you can show pictures on it but i am not sure that it will work exactly like a "Frame".
Answered by WilliamJ
Q: QuestionWould you say this TV performs well with the current gen gaming consoles (PS5 Pro, Xbox Series) In particular?
Asked by TheAntGuy5.
- A:Answer Hi TheAntGuy5, Thank you for your question. Yes! The Sony BRAVIA 8 TV is a fantastic choice for current-gen gaming consoles like the PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X. With Auto HDR Tone Mapping, the TV optimizes HDR settings during the PS5® initial setup, ensuring deep contrast and vibrant colors in both bright and dark scenes. Auto Genre Picture Mode seamlessly switches to Game Mode when gaming for lower input lag and smoother performance, then reverts to Standard Mode for a more cinematic experience when watching movies. Gaming visuals are further enhanced with Dolby Vision®, bringing lifelike contrast, rich colors, and intense brightness for a more immersive experience. The HDMI 2.1 features, including 4K/120Hz, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), provide ultra-smooth motion and fast response times, crucial for competitive gaming. Additionally, PS Remote Play allows you to control your PS5® or PS4™ remotely, making it even more versatile. Overall, with its combination of high refresh rates, stunning visuals, and gaming-optimized features, the BRAVIA 8 OLED is built to deliver an outstanding next-gen gaming experience. Let us know if you have any specific questions! Hope this information helps! Best, Maria
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Q: QuestionCan this TV be used with Direct TV
Asked by Jann.
- A:Answer Yes as i currently do.
Answered by WilliamJ
Q: QuestionWhat is the height between the bottom of the stand and the bottom of the tv on the bravia 8
Asked by Tbone.
- A:Answer Hi Tbone, Thank you for the inquiry! The measurement of TV with Stand (W x H x D) 1223 x 786 x 248 mm / 48 1/4 x 31 x 9 7/8 inch. With a sleek design, cinematic audio, and stunning visuals, the Sony BRAVIA 8 K55XR80 55" 4K HDR Smart OLED TV makes the perfect centerpiece for your main TV viewing area. An incredibly accurate picture is created by millions of self-lit pixels, precisely controlled to produce pure black, with high brightness, and billions of shades of color. -David
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Q: QuestionWe bought a sony bravia 8 tv about a month ago and a reddish light at the bottom of the tv came on and stays on . What is it for and how do we turn it off?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Hi Customer, Thank you for the inquiry! The LEDs light up depending in the status of the TV. Check this link for more details. https://helpguide.sony.net/tv/lusltn1/v1/en-003/01-03_06.html With a sleek design, cinematic audio, and stunning visuals, the Sony BRAVIA 8 K55XR80 55" 4K HDR Smart OLED TV makes the perfect centerpiece for your main TV viewing area. An incredibly accurate picture is created by millions of self-lit pixels, precisely controlled to produce pure black, with high brightness, and billions of shades of color. -David
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionTV with only internet
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Hi there, If you’re asking whether the Sony BRAVIA 8 TV can connect to the internet, the answer is yes. It supports both wireless (Wi-Fi) and wired (Ethernet) connections. Hope this information helps! With a sleek design, cinematic audio, and stunning visuals, the Sony BRAVIA 8 K55XR80 55" 4K HDR Smart OLED TV makes the perfect centerpiece for your main TV viewing area. An incredibly accurate picture is created by millions of self-lit pixels, precisely controlled to produce pure black, with high brightness, and billions of shades of color. Best regards, Maria
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionI am replacing my dead XBR55X900E with a new K55XR80. Will I be able to mount the new TV on the same Tilt Mount BLT2-B1 that we used for the old TV? Geek Squad will be doing the install.
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Hi Customer, Thank you for the inquiry! Technically, you can use the same mount since the XBR55X900E and K55XR80 have the same VESA mount hole of 300 x 300 mm. We recommend talking to your qualified professional for recommendation and installing your TV on the wall for product protection and safety reasons. The perfect centerpiece for your living space with slim styling and cinematic picture and sound to match. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out astonishing texture and realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. -David
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Q: QuestionI use ear phones as well as ear buds is there a outlet for for stereo plug?
Asked by Richie.
- A:Answer Hi Richie, Thank you for the inquiry! Unfortunately, it does not support headphone output. We highly recommend using a Bluetooth headphones that supports A2DP profile. The perfect centerpiece for your living space with slim styling and cinematic picture and sound to match. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out astonishing texture and realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. -David
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionSony Sony - 55" Class BRAVIA 8 OLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2024) is a qd-oled
Asked by William.
- A:Answer Hi William, Thank you for the inquiry! The display type of this television is OLED. If you are interested in QD OLED please check out the BRAVIA A95L model. The perfect centerpiece for your living space with slim styling and cinematic picture and sound to match. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out astonishing texture and realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. -David
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionDoes this tv support all PS5 options? Like VRR, ALLM?
Asked by Erik.
- A:Answer Hi Erik, Thank you for your inquiry! Yes, the Sony BRAVIA 8 supports all PlayStation 5 (PS5) features, including 4K120, eARC, VRR, ALLM, and SBTM (Source-Based Tone Mapping). Hope this helps! The sleek design and cinematic audio and visuals make BRAVIA 8 the perfect centerpiece for your living space. Our Slim One Slate concept fuses screen and bezel into a single slate, maximizing your experience. Its flush one-piece back accentuates the sleek lines and thin profile of the TV. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out vibrant textures and astonishing realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker, delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the center with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Regards, Sam
Answered by SonyListens

Q: Questionwhat is the problem with the sound sony customers are complaining about
Asked by Blackfoot.
- A:Answer Hi Blackfoot, Thank you for your concern around Sound issues with the BRAVIA 8 OLED TV that utilizes the Acoustic Surface plus technology. Currently we are unaware of any sound issues with this model. Could you give us more detailed information regarding the specific sound issue? Unfortunately, due to the current Bestbuy phishing protocol for your protection, we cannot provide a direct email or phone number for customer support as of now. Please find Sony Electronics' Support information: Go to our support website > click on “Support” > scroll down click on “Contact Support” > click on [Product Type] and from there you'll see different ways to reach us. Regards, Sam
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Q: QuestionCould this be used outside in a covered patio?
Asked by RD.
- A:Answer Hi RD, Thank you for your interest in the Sony BRAVIA 8! This TV is not specifically designed for outdoor use, even in a covered patio. It is not suitable for outdoor environments due to factors like temperature fluctuations, humidity, glare and visibility, and exposure to elements. The sleek design and cinematic audio and visuals make BRAVIA 8 the perfect centerpiece for your living space. Our Slim One Slate concept fuses screen and bezel into a single slate, maximizing your experience. Its flush one-piece back accentuates the sleek lines and thin profile of the TV. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out vibrant textures and astonishing realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker, delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the center with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Regards, Sam
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionHi..I was wondering how the audio would sound if this tv was placed in a cabinet...the cabinet opening is several inches larger on all sides than this tv....thanks..
Asked by chevy.
- A:Answer Hi chevy, Thank you for your question! The BRAVIA 8 utilizes the Acoustic Surface plus audio system where the sound comes directly from the screen giving the customer a great audio experience. This TV will perform well in a small enclosed area. Hope this helps! The sleek design and cinematic audio and visuals make BRAVIA 8 the perfect centerpiece for your living space. Our Slim One Slate concept fuses screen and bezel into a single slate, maximizing your experience. Its flush one-piece back accentuates the sleek lines and thin profile of the TV. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out vibrant textures and astonishing realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker, delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the center with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Regards, Sam
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionCan the ATSC 3.0 tuner pick up ATSC 1.0 channels in my area?
Asked by Andrea32.
- A:Answer Hi Andrea32, Thank you for your interest in the Sony BRAVIA 8! Yes, the tuner in the BRAVIA 8 will work with The newer ATSC 3.0 and past ATSC 1.0 signals. Hope this helps! The sleek design and cinematic audio and visuals make BRAVIA 8 the perfect centerpiece for your living space. Our Slim One Slate concept fuses screen and bezel into a single slate, maximizing your experience. Its flush one-piece back accentuates the sleek lines and thin profile of the TV. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out vibrant textures and astonishing realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker, delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the center with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Regards, Sam
Answered by SonyListens

Q: Questionhow does it work with fiber optics?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Hi there, Thank you for your inquiry! The Sony Bravia 8 features Digital Audio Out, making it fully compatible with digital optical cable connection (fiber optics). Hope this helps! The sleek design and cinematic audio and visuals make BRAVIA 8 the perfect centerpiece for your living space. Our Slim One Slate concept fuses screen and bezel into a single slate, maximizing your experience. Its flush one-piece back accentuates the sleek lines and thin profile of the TV. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out vibrant textures and astonishing realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker, delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the center with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Regards, Sam
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionDoes this model have an ATSC 3.0 tuner in it
Asked by jim.
- A:Answer Hi jim, Thank you for your interest in the Sony Bravia 8! Yes, this TV supports ATSC/ ATSC3.0 (NEXTGEN TV / Available only when region/country is set to U.S.A.). Hope this helps! The sleek design and cinematic audio and visuals make BRAVIA 8 the perfect centerpiece for your living space. Our Slim One Slate concept fuses screen and bezel into a single slate, maximizing your experience. Its flush one-piece back accentuates the sleek lines and thin profile of the TV. Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out vibrant textures and astonishing realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker, delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the center with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Regards, Sam
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionDoes this TV allow for PS Remote Play with a built in app?
Asked by JSpenc.
- A:Answer Hi JSpenc, Thank you for your question! Yes, you can access the PS Remote Play with a built-in app. First, install the PS Remote Play app on your BRAVIA 8. Then on your PlayStation, navigate to Settings > System > Remote Play and enable Remote Play. Pair your controller to the BRAVIA 8 in the TV Settings. Hope this helps! Pure OLED black and vibrant color brings out vibrant textures and astonishing realism in everything you watch. The screen is the speaker, delivering a totally unique and immersive theater-like sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the center with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Regards, Sam
Answered by SonyListens

Q: QuestionCan I stream computer output from a MacBook Pro via screen sharing with this TV?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer YES you can stream from any Apple product with 'screen share'
Answered by Slim
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