Operating Instructions
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... manual could void your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org). 2 "BRAVIA" and , S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, , DMex, MICRO VAULT, and "x.v. Gemstar-TV Guide International Inc. Declaration of the following United States patents 4,908,713; 6,498,895; ...the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or TV-stand. s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. and/or one or more of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40VL160/KDL-46VL160 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. In the United States, TV Guide and other countries. Model ...
... manual could void your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org). 2 "BRAVIA" and , S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, , DMex, MICRO VAULT, and "x.v. Gemstar-TV Guide International Inc. Declaration of the following United States patents 4,908,713; 6,498,895; ...the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or TV-stand. s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. and/or one or more of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40VL160/KDL-46VL160 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. In the United States, TV Guide and other countries. Model ...
Operating Instructions
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... diagrams. Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3... 31 Photo Options 32 Music 33 Accessing Music 33 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 40 TV Settings Descriptions 41 Product Support 41 Clock/Timers Settings 41 Picture ... Provides a variety of BRAVIA® HDTV The Four Steps to Use TV Guide On Screen 35 Using BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for Wall-Mount Bracket 7 When Installing the TV Against a Wall or...
... diagrams. Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3... 31 Photo Options 32 Music 33 Accessing Music 33 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 40 TV Settings Descriptions 41 Product Support 41 Clock/Timers Settings 41 Picture ... Provides a variety of BRAVIA® HDTV The Four Steps to Use TV Guide On Screen 35 Using BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for Wall-Mount Bracket 7 When Installing the TV Against a Wall or...
Operating Instructions
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...When you for information on the sides. http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/hd The Four Steps to a standard analog signal, you need access to -height ratio of 16:9. The 16:9 fills your new BRAVIA TV, you will see page 12). High-definition and... standard-definition signals are transmitted with your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. This manual explains basic setup connections (see...
...When you for information on the sides. http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/hd The Four Steps to a standard analog signal, you need access to -height ratio of 16:9. The 16:9 fills your new BRAVIA TV, you will see page 12). High-definition and... standard-definition signals are transmitted with your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. This manual explains basic setup connections (see...
Operating Instructions
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...is designed to meet ENERGY STAR requirements. • Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV (i.e. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of Energy. Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR® qualified. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of these government agencies, designed to promote energy ... Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is an easy way to access the TV settings for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL160 series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5 Press the HOME button on the vertical Category Object Bar. • External Inputs: ...
...is designed to meet ENERGY STAR requirements. • Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV (i.e. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of Energy. Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR® qualified. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of these government agencies, designed to promote energy ... Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is an easy way to access the TV settings for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL160 series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5 Press the HOME button on the vertical Category Object Bar. • External Inputs: ...
Operating Instructions
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... interface between the PC and R-AUDIO-L jack. 5 LAN (10/100) 6 DMex/ SERVICE Connects to use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your power source. If both composite video and S VIDEO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 11 Connects to other analog RGB equipment. ...noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust Phase and Pitch of Screen settings on your A/V equipment. ~ • If you are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 7 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of your digital audio equipment that connects to your stereo system. 9 DMPORT...
... interface between the PC and R-AUDIO-L jack. 5 LAN (10/100) 6 DMex/ SERVICE Connects to use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your power source. If both composite video and S VIDEO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 11 Connects to other analog RGB equipment. ...noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust Phase and Pitch of Screen settings on your A/V equipment. ~ • If you are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 7 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of your digital audio equipment that connects to your stereo system. 9 DMPORT...
Operating Instructions
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...may not be accessed in blue (see Sound settings on the amount of the remote control. Press to turn on page 52. When the TV FUNCTION button is not selected). THEATER: Press to access features in fast rewind mode. Press to stop playback. The sound modes can be switched... to display the banner with the Control for HDMI function (not available on all Control for more information. See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for HDMI equipment). x STOP: Press to cycle through different sound settings: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice. Use them as a reference when operating ...
...may not be accessed in blue (see Sound settings on the amount of the remote control. Press to turn on page 52. When the TV FUNCTION button is not selected). THEATER: Press to access features in fast rewind mode. Press to stop playback. The sound modes can be switched... to display the banner with the Control for HDMI function (not available on all Control for more information. See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for HDMI equipment). x STOP: Press to cycle through different sound settings: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice. Use them as a reference when operating ...
Operating Instructions
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... MEDIA PORT adapter. • The output volume level between the DMPORT input and TV or other equipment input may be necessary. 37 To connect Sony equipment with the TV documentation. See pages 12 to its operating instructions. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are possible: • Turning on the A/V receiver...
... MEDIA PORT adapter. • The output volume level between the DMPORT input and TV or other equipment input may be necessary. 37 To connect Sony equipment with the TV documentation. See pages 12 to its operating instructions. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are possible: • Turning on the A/V receiver...
Operating Instructions
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...Check the LAN cable/connection to Audio System, sound is properly configured on again. See Network Setup on both the TV and the optional BRAVIA Sync HDMI device device compatible with BRAVIA Sync (see page 42). DLNA Certified™ server is listed under the Photo icon, but is • ... viewed by selecting the Review option. is not correct / The picture is inaccessible • The TV may not be connected properly. If it will enhance the black level (see page 45). BRAVIA Sync Cannot find connected • Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial...
...Check the LAN cable/connection to Audio System, sound is properly configured on again. See Network Setup on both the TV and the optional BRAVIA Sync HDMI device device compatible with BRAVIA Sync (see page 42). DLNA Certified™ server is listed under the Photo icon, but is • ... viewed by selecting the Review option. is not correct / The picture is inaccessible • The TV may not be connected properly. If it will enhance the black level (see page 45). BRAVIA Sync Cannot find connected • Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial...
Operating Instructions
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.../VCR Record Buttons 21 60 E Edit Channel Labels 47 English Rating 50 ENT button 21 Equipment Control/BRAVIA Sync 20 F F1/F2 button 24 Favorites 29 FAVORITES button 21 File Actions 32 File Order 32,...53 Hue 42 I Info Banner 52 Information 32, 34 Infrared Receiver (IR) 25 INPUT button 23 Installing the TV on a wall 7 J JUMP button 24 L Language 52 LIGHT button 20 Light Sensor Described 25 Setting 53 Logo... 43 Color 42 Color Temperature 42 COMPONENT IN jack (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 11 Contact Sony 41 Control for Slideshow 34 Add to Favorites 32, 34 Advanced Settings 43 Analog CC 48 Audio ...
.../VCR Record Buttons 21 60 E Edit Channel Labels 47 English Rating 50 ENT button 21 Equipment Control/BRAVIA Sync 20 F F1/F2 button 24 Favorites 29 FAVORITES button 21 File Actions 32 File Order 32,...53 Hue 42 I Info Banner 52 Information 32, 34 Infrared Receiver (IR) 25 INPUT button 23 Installing the TV on a wall 7 J JUMP button 24 L Language 52 LIGHT button 20 Light Sensor Described 25 Setting 53 Logo... 43 Color 42 Color Temperature 42 COMPONENT IN jack (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 11 Contact Sony 41 Control for Slideshow 34 Add to Favorites 32, 34 Advanced Settings 43 Analog CC 48 Audio ...
Quick Setup Guide
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...to search for more about HDTV, visit: U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada: http://www.SonyStyle.ca/hd Watching Your BRAVIA TV Select Your Content Whether you have made the best selection in LCD TV technology, be sure to the "Full HDTV Experience." Language settings...;er or Sony USB equipment to the Store © 2009 Sony Corporation Printed in the Operating Instructions. Quick Setup Guide LCD Digital Color TV KDL-46VL160 KDL-40VL160 Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States 1.800.222.SONY Canada 1.877.899.SONY Please Do ...
...to search for more about HDTV, visit: U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada: http://www.SonyStyle.ca/hd Watching Your BRAVIA TV Select Your Content Whether you have made the best selection in LCD TV technology, be sure to the "Full HDTV Experience." Language settings...;er or Sony USB equipment to the Store © 2009 Sony Corporation Printed in the Operating Instructions. Quick Setup Guide LCD Digital Color TV KDL-46VL160 KDL-40VL160 Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States 1.800.222.SONY Canada 1.877.899.SONY Please Do ...
Quick Setup Guide
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... R (VAR/FIX) Blu-ray Disc/DVD CABLE / ANTENNA A/V Receiver SAT HD Cable Box or (Dish) HD Satellite Receiver Splitter Cable/Antenna HD BRAVIA® Sync™ Basic Connection *Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO COMPONENT IN 1 2 Y PB PC IN RGB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO... than one code is provided, try the next code listed. 4 Note: ■ In some cases, you would like to operate with the Sony remote control. BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 PC Connection with the button. If the code is not entered within 30 seconds, you can...
... R (VAR/FIX) Blu-ray Disc/DVD CABLE / ANTENNA A/V Receiver SAT HD Cable Box or (Dish) HD Satellite Receiver Splitter Cable/Antenna HD BRAVIA® Sync™ Basic Connection *Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO COMPONENT IN 1 2 Y PB PC IN RGB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO... than one code is provided, try the next code listed. 4 Note: ■ In some cases, you would like to operate with the Sony remote control. BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 PC Connection with the button. If the code is not entered within 30 seconds, you can...
Marketing Specifications
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... 1080p resolution panel (1920x1080) accepts any HDTV signal and renders it with optimum resolution. KDL-40VL160 40" BRAVIA® VL Series LCD TV Key Features 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080) Motionflow™ 120Hz technology delivers natural motion Slim bezel, thinnest of unique Sony® algorithms to significantly reduce noise, enhance overall image detail, and optimize contrast so...
... 1080p resolution panel (1920x1080) accepts any HDTV signal and renders it with optimum resolution. KDL-40VL160 40" BRAVIA® VL Series LCD TV Key Features 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080) Motionflow™ 120Hz technology delivers natural motion Slim bezel, thinnest of unique Sony® algorithms to significantly reduce noise, enhance overall image detail, and optimize contrast so...
Marketing Specifications
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... or later, or DLNA-compliant media server. KDL-40VL160 Features General Closed Captions (CC): Analog / Digital On-Screen Display: XMB Illuminated Sony Logo: Yes Finish (Surface Color): Silver Supports Rear Mounting of Tuners (Digital): 1(Hybrid) TV System (Digital): ATSC™ Color System:...™ : 1 (Rear) USB 1.1: 1 (Rear) for DMex /Service only Sony Electronics Inc. •16530 Via Esprillo •San Diego, CA 92127 •1.800.222.7669 •www.sony.com 40" BRAVIA® VL Series LCD TV Power Power Consumption (in Standby): Less than 0.1W (120VAC) Power Requirements (voltage):...
... or later, or DLNA-compliant media server. KDL-40VL160 Features General Closed Captions (CC): Analog / Digital On-Screen Display: XMB Illuminated Sony Logo: Yes Finish (Surface Color): Silver Supports Rear Mounting of Tuners (Digital): 1(Hybrid) TV System (Digital): ATSC™ Color System:...™ : 1 (Rear) USB 1.1: 1 (Rear) for DMex /Service only Sony Electronics Inc. •16530 Via Esprillo •San Diego, CA 92127 •1.800.222.7669 •www.sony.com 40" BRAVIA® VL Series LCD TV Power Power Consumption (in Standby): Less than 0.1W (120VAC) Power Requirements (voltage):...