There is no need for additional backlight structures in the Sony XEL-1 TV due to the use of OLED technology.  Backlights add thickness to televisions so the end result for this model, which does not need the backlight structure, is an incredible 3mm form factor at its thinnest point.

Extraordinary Colour Reproduction

Sony has intensified brightness and efficiency, and at the same time, its micro-cavity structure and the embedded colour filter’s colour extracting technology enhances the colour purity.

Energy Efficiency

The eliminated need for a separate light source, due to the OLED technology being applied to this model, means it is also able to achieve a higher level of energy efficiency. Up to 40 percent less power than conventional 20-inch LCD panels.

Smoother than Ever

The production of smooth and natural fast moving action images is unlike any other.  This is achieved through the OLED technology which allows spontaneous control of light emitted from the organic material layer.

Outstanding Contrast:

The contrast ratio is an unparalleled 1,000,000 : 1. Deep blacks can be achieved due to the ability to turn off a single pixel in the OLED light emitting structure when it is not required. Light transmission can therefore be completely stopped, which in turn enables the OLED TV to achieve these very deep blacks which were previously unattainable in conventional televisions.

Model:

LCD Screen Size: 11″ (28cm), 16:9
TV System: Digital: DVB-T, Analog: B/G, D/K, I
Colour System: NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL
Video Signal: 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080/24p (HDMI^TM) for Monitor, 1080p (HDMI^TM / Component)
Number of Tuners (Analog): 1
Number of Tuners (Digital): 1 (Hybrid)

Picture:

Display Resolution: 960 x 540
Display Device: OLED
Fine Motion: Yes
Live Colour Creation^TM: Yes
x.v.Colour: Yes
Broadcast Upgrade: Yes
MPEG Noise Reduction: Yes
Dynamic Contrast: over 1,000,000 : 1
Screen Format: Full / Normal / Wide Zoom / Zoom / 14:9
Picture Mode: Vivid / Standard / Custom
CineMotion / Film Mode / Cinema Drive: Yes
3D Digital Comb Filter: Yes

Terminals:

HDMI^TM / Audio In: 2 (Rear)
USB 2.0: 1 (Rear)
Audio Out: Optical Digital Output – 1 (Side)
Headphone Out: 1 (Side)
PCMCIA Slot: 1 (Rear)
RF Connection Input: 1 (Rear)

Other Features:

Light Emission Control: Yes
XMB^TM: Yes
Parental Control: Yes
Clock: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes
On/Off Timer (with Time Setting): Yes
USB Application(s): Photo Viewer (jpeg)
Teletext: Yes
Multiple Language Display: English

General:

Power Requirements: 220-240V 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 39W
Standby Power Consumption: 0.8W
Dimensions (W x H x D) without Stand: 287 × 255 × 147 mm
Weight without Stand: 2.2kg
Bioplastic: Remote Control / Terminal Cover

Supplied Accessories:

Remote Control: RM-ED015
Batteries: CR2032 (lithium)

They are available right now from Sony Stores around Australia and are retailing at the moment for $6999 (Australian dollars).

The 11 inch monitor has fantastic clarity. Check out the display models instore.

Photo by Shanie Aibo