Quick summary
Sony’s A95L and BRAVIA 8 OLED panels turn the screen itself into a speaker, while the BRAVIA 7 Mini LED uses frame-mounted drivers to keep dialogue anchored to the picture. We design around those strengths, blend them with dedicated subs, and document control paths so the experience stays consistent long after installation.
This guide covers mounting strategies, calibration workflows, control integration, and when to reach for supplemental speakers. Use it whether you are outfitting a living room or upgrading an executive screening room in Westchester or Fairfield County.
Why Acoustic Surface changes room design
Because the OLED panel vibrates to produce dialogue, the display needs a rigid mounting surface. Install wide blocking at the correct height, choose mounts with minimal flex, and double-check that wall finishes are tightly fastened to avoid buzzes.
Acoustic Surface drivers cover high and mid frequencies while vibrating the screen itself. We typically pair them with discreet subs or in-ceiling speakers to fill in low-end energy, especially in larger rooms where air volume dilutes bass.
Plan cable exit points thoughtfully; the panel should sit close to the wall without cords pressing against the back, and service loops should be gentle enough that the vibrating panel does not rub on wiring.
Sony Bravia XR A95L 65-Inch QD-OLED TV
- QD-OLED panel for high brightness and wide color volume
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ doubles the screen as a speaker
- Perfect for PS5 with Auto HDR Tone Mapping and VRR
Sony BRAVIA 8 (XR80) 65-Inch OLED TV
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ acts as an on-screen center speaker
- Google TV with hands-free voice control and Chromecast
- HDMI 2.1 gaming features including 4K120 and VRR
Using the TV as a center channel
With Acoustic Surface, you can use the TV as a true center channel. Connect the AVR’s center pre-out to the TV’s speaker terminals, enable TV Center Speaker Mode, and adjust levels so dialogue locks to the screen. HDMI eARC typically keeps lip sync in check, but we always confirm with real content.
Record AVR settings, crossover points, and wiring paths in your project binder. Future service technicians will appreciate knowing whether the TV is handling dialogue or if a traditional center speaker is hidden nearby.
Calibrating Sony XR audio profiles
Run Sony’s Acoustic Auto Calibration with the supplied microphone first. The TV measures the room, compensates for reflections, and sets delay. Next, fine-tune EQ within the AVR or DSP, focusing on the 1–3 kHz range where dialogue intelligibility lives.
For BRAVIA 7 Mini LED installs, adjust frame tweeters to align with seating height and to cover wider rows. When integrating with Sonos or third-party amps, replicate the calibration curve so timbre stays consistent across all speakers.
Capture before-and-after measurements using a simple SPL meter or room-analysis software. Keeping measurement logs makes future recalibration faster.
Control and automation tips
Sony Google TV plays nicely with custom remotes, but we still map discrete IP or IR commands for power, input, and picture modes. Store command lists in the control processor and keep a simplified cheat sheet for the household.
When multiple devices share volume duties—soundbar, AVR, distributed audio—document which component owns the level control in each scenario. Clear notes prevent tug-of-war when someone presses the wrong remote.
When Mini LED fits better
Spaces with significant ambient light or accent lighting often favor the BRAVIA 7 Mini LED paired with an external sound system. Acoustic Multi-Audio keeps dialogue anchored to the screen while in-wall or in-ceiling speakers broaden coverage for larger gatherings.
When we specify Mini LED builds, we still document optional upgrades—subwoofers, zoning, or surround expansions—so future phases slot neatly into the infrastructure.
Sony BRAVIA 7 (XR70) 65-Inch Mini LED TV
- XR Backlight Master Drive with precise dimming zones
- Acoustic Multi-Audio for screen-positioned dialogue
- High brightness and anti-reflection for daytime viewing
Next steps
Share your room plans and audio priorities with our team. We will recommend the right Sony display, specify complementary speakers, and deliver calibration notes so the system performs day one.
Our proposals include mounting diagrams, rack elevations, control layouts, and maintenance schedules so the Acoustic Surface experience stays effortless long after installation.
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