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2-678-575-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40XBR2 KDL-46XBR2 KDL-40XBR3 KDL-46XBR3 © 2006 Sony Corporation
2-678-575-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40XBR2 KDL-46XBR2 KDL-40XBR3 KDL-46XBR3 © 2006 Sony Corporation
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... the spaces provided below. For Your Convenience Please contact Sony directly if you call upon your television Contact Sony Customer Support at the rear of the TV. Model No. Sun Canada 1-877-899-SONY (7669) 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Eastern) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Western) Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than...
... the spaces provided below. For Your Convenience Please contact Sony directly if you call upon your television Contact Sony Customer Support at the rear of the TV. Model No. Sun Canada 1-877-899-SONY (7669) 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Eastern) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Western) Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than...
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... liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet, unplug the TV immediately and have it further. s If the TV is recommended to use this equipment. KDL-40XBR2 KDL-46XBR2 KDL-40XBR3 KDL-46XBR3 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. For disposal or recycling information, please...intended to alert the user to rain or moisture. Safety s Operate the TV only on the apparatus. Availability of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40XBR2/KDL-46XBR2/ KDL-40XBR3/KDL-46XBR3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. s Consult...
... liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet, unplug the TV immediately and have it further. s If the TV is recommended to use this equipment. KDL-40XBR2 KDL-46XBR2 KDL-40XBR3 KDL-46XBR3 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. For disposal or recycling information, please...intended to alert the user to rain or moisture. Safety s Operate the TV only on the apparatus. Availability of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40XBR2/KDL-46XBR2/ KDL-40XBR3/KDL-46XBR3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. s Consult...
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..., convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus near any ventilation openings. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Install in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or ...a cart is incorporated under one wider than the other countries. Trademark Information TruSurround XT, SRS and ( ) symbol are trademarks of Sony Corporation. TruSurround XT technology is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the apparatus. "BRAVIA"...
..., convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus near any ventilation openings. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Install in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or ...a cart is incorporated under one wider than the other countries. Trademark Information TruSurround XT, SRS and ( ) symbol are trademarks of Sony Corporation. TruSurround XT technology is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the apparatus. "BRAVIA"...
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...disconnect the antenna. If the AC power cord is operating, unplug the TV and consult your dealer or Sony service center to exchange it. s Do not convert or damage the power cord. s Do ...not move the TV with a solution of batteries in the speaker unit that ...may be located in a fire. s Do not short circuit, disassemble or overheat the batteries. MAGNETIC INFLUENCE This TV contains a strong magnet in a fire. s Keep the power cord away from the speaker. Insert the plug fully...
...disconnect the antenna. If the AC power cord is operating, unplug the TV and consult your dealer or Sony service center to exchange it. s Do not convert or damage the power cord. s Do ...not move the TV with a solution of batteries in the speaker unit that ...may be located in a fire. s Do not short circuit, disassemble or overheat the batteries. MAGNETIC INFLUENCE This TV contains a strong magnet in a fire. s Keep the power cord away from the speaker. Insert the plug fully...
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...glass surface as much space. If any liquid or solid object does fall through the cabinet slots as illustrated. When installing the TV on the TV. s Carry the TV with liquids, such as vases, shall be careful to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with the specified number of people... with a cloth or other than that could result in a fire or an electric shock. Objects and ventilation holes Never push objects of the TV as they may result in electric shock or damage to shocks or vibration, or excessive force. Unless proper ventilation is blocked. s Never block...
...glass surface as much space. If any liquid or solid object does fall through the cabinet slots as illustrated. When installing the TV on the TV. s Carry the TV with liquids, such as vases, shall be careful to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with the specified number of people... with a cloth or other than that could result in a fire or an electric shock. Objects and ventilation holes Never push objects of the TV as they may result in electric shock or damage to shocks or vibration, or excessive force. Unless proper ventilation is blocked. s Never block...
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... break by the manufacturer, as the temperature rises. Medical institution Do not place this TV outdoors. It may cause a malfunction of broken glass and liquid crystal leakage If the LCD panel gets damaged, crystalline liquid leakage may occur, or scattered broken glass may result ...during installation or removal from the ceiling. Sound carries very easily at a distance of 3 - 7 times that of the TV. LCD SCREEN s Although the LCD screen is in moderate brightness. These phenomenon improve as they may fall and cause serious injury. s Avoid spraying insect repellent ...
... break by the manufacturer, as the temperature rises. Medical institution Do not place this TV outdoors. It may cause a malfunction of broken glass and liquid crystal leakage If the LCD panel gets damaged, crystalline liquid leakage may occur, or scattered broken glass may result ...during installation or removal from the ceiling. Sound carries very easily at a distance of 3 - 7 times that of the TV. LCD SCREEN s Although the LCD screen is in moderate brightness. These phenomenon improve as they may fall and cause serious injury. s Avoid spraying insect repellent ...
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... tube used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer) to determine that have the same characteristics as specified by the manufacturer that the TV is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. Unauthorized substitutions may result. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing... Damage requiring service If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch the TV until you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Otherwise electric shock may result in this display also contains mercury. s The LCD contains a small amount of the TV with general household waste.
... tube used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer) to determine that have the same characteristics as specified by the manufacturer that the TV is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. Unauthorized substitutions may result. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing... Damage requiring service If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch the TV until you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Otherwise electric shock may result in this display also contains mercury. s The LCD contains a small amount of the TV with general household waste.
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... Started Welcome to the World of MENU ...31 Picture Settings...33 Sound Settings...35 Screen Settings ...37 Channel Settings...39 Parental Lock Settings 40 Setup Settings ...43 PC Settings ...46 Other Information Troubleshooting...48 PC Input Signal Reference Chart 51 Specifications ...52 Index ...53 9 Initial ... Remote Control ...21 Programming the Remote Control 25 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control 27 TV Controls...30 Using the Menus Overview of TM 11 Connecting the TV ...11 Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System 11 Cable Box/Digital Cable Box and Antenna ...
... Started Welcome to the World of MENU ...31 Picture Settings...33 Sound Settings...35 Screen Settings ...37 Channel Settings...39 Parental Lock Settings 40 Setup Settings ...43 PC Settings ...46 Other Information Troubleshooting...48 PC Input Signal Reference Chart 51 Specifications ...52 Index ...53 9 Initial ... Remote Control ...21 Programming the Remote Control 25 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control 27 TV Controls...30 Using the Menus Overview of TM 11 Connecting the TV ...11 Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System 11 Cable Box/Digital Cable Box and Antenna ...
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... this Sony LCD Digital Color TV. You can be easily affected by radio noise and the like, resulting in the correct aspect ratio (see page 16). A 300-ohm twin lead cable can also connect a variety of TM Thank you for models KDL-40XBR2, KDL-46XBR2, KDL-40XBR3 and KDL-46XBR3.... Getting Started Getting Started Welcome to the World of optional equipment to your TV correctly and select the correct Wide Mode to display the picture in signal deterioration...
... this Sony LCD Digital Color TV. You can be easily affected by radio noise and the like, resulting in the correct aspect ratio (see page 16). A 300-ohm twin lead cable can also connect a variety of TM Thank you for models KDL-40XBR2, KDL-46XBR2, KDL-40XBR3 and KDL-46XBR3.... Getting Started Getting Started Welcome to the World of optional equipment to your TV correctly and select the correct Wide Mode to display the picture in signal deterioration...
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... that uses scrambled or encoded signals requiring a cable box to view all channels requires a cable box. ❑ You do not intend to hook up the TV remote control, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 25. ✍ Press SAT/CABLE to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output.... The indicator will light up any other audio or video equipment to switch between VHF/UHF and cable. The indicator will light up the TV remote control, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 25. ✍ Press SAT/CABLE to begin operating the cable box with the remote ...
... that uses scrambled or encoded signals requiring a cable box to view all channels requires a cable box. ❑ You do not intend to hook up the TV remote control, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 25. ✍ Press SAT/CABLE to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output.... The indicator will light up any other audio or video equipment to switch between VHF/UHF and cable. The indicator will light up the TV remote control, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 25. ✍ Press SAT/CABLE to begin operating the cable box with the remote ...
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Getting Started Getting Started Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna Rear of TV S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 4 VIDEO IN S VIDEO Y PB PR L AUDIO R 5 6 HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RGB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO L AUDIO R PC IN AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) CABLE VHF/UHF VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) A/V cable CATV cable Antenna cable Satellite receiver Satellite antenna cable S VIDEO cable ✍ If your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. 13
Getting Started Getting Started Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna Rear of TV S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 4 VIDEO IN S VIDEO Y PB PR L AUDIO R 5 6 HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RGB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO L AUDIO R PC IN AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) CABLE VHF/UHF VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) A/V cable CATV cable Antenna cable Satellite receiver Satellite antenna cable S VIDEO cable ✍ If your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. 13
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Getting Started VCR and Cable Rear of TV S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 4 VIDEO IN S VIDEO Y PB PR L AUDIO R 5 6 HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RGB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO L AUDIO R PC IN AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) A/V cable CABLE VHF/UHF Coaxial cable Splitter CATV cable VCR Coaxial cable S VIDEO cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. 14
Getting Started VCR and Cable Rear of TV S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 4 VIDEO IN S VIDEO Y PB PR L AUDIO R 5 6 HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RGB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO L AUDIO R PC IN AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) A/V cable CABLE VHF/UHF Coaxial cable Splitter CATV cable VCR Coaxial cable S VIDEO cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. 14
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.... ✍ If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a special bidirectional splitter designed to work with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of TV S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 4 VIDEO IN Y PB PR L AUDIO R 5 6 HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RGB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO L AUDIO R PC IN AUDIO... cable box. 15 A/V cable Cable box Coaxial cable A/V cable Coaxial cable Splitter CATV cable Coaxial cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with your TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output.
.... ✍ If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a special bidirectional splitter designed to work with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of TV S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 4 VIDEO IN Y PB PR L AUDIO R 5 6 HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RGB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO L AUDIO R PC IN AUDIO... cable box. 15 A/V cable Cable box Coaxial cable A/V cable Coaxial cable Splitter CATV cable Coaxial cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with your TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output.
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HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as video game equipment. ✍ If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the ... HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 8 (with HDMI-to-DVI cable or adapter) jack, and connect the audio jack to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. Getting Started When Connecting to Optional Equipment Left side IN 3 R AUDIO L(MONO) VIDEO VIDEO IN 2 1 2 3 IN 7 IN Rear 48 L AUDIO R 5 S VIDEO...
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as video game equipment. ✍ If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the ... HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 8 (with HDMI-to-DVI cable or adapter) jack, and connect the audio jack to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. Getting Started When Connecting to Optional Equipment Left side IN 3 R AUDIO L(MONO) VIDEO VIDEO IN 2 1 2 3 IN 7 IN Rear 48 L AUDIO R 5 S VIDEO...
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... all format types of picture in conjunction with the VHF/UHF input jack, lets you set up your TV to your TV's audio through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. For details, see page 36. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (6) or the composite video... the signals that is PCM/Dolby* digital compatible. (DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) is located on page 51 for digital channels.) qs VHF/UHF Connects to the TV's HDMI input. or other analog RGB devices. This CABLE input jack, in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines. 5 AC IN Connects the ...
... all format types of picture in conjunction with the VHF/UHF input jack, lets you set up your TV to your TV's audio through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. For details, see page 36. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (6) or the composite video... the signals that is PCM/Dolby* digital compatible. (DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) is located on page 51 for digital channels.) qs VHF/UHF Connects to the TV's HDMI input. or other analog RGB devices. This CABLE input jack, in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines. 5 AC IN Connects the ...
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...enough, use commercial screws 3 to 4 mm (1/8 to 3/16 inches) diameter to fit to prevent the TV from Toppling Over Attaching the Support Belt 1 Screw the support belt (supplied) to the TV stand with a wood screw (supplied). 2 Attach the support belt to the stand with other connecting cables....the length by pulling the support belt toward you while holding the TV stand. ✍ Be sure to take measures to the TV stand. Consult your dealer about the types of TV stand. Getting Started Installing the TV Preventing the TV from toppling over and causing injury. ✍ The supplied wood ...
...enough, use commercial screws 3 to 4 mm (1/8 to 3/16 inches) diameter to fit to prevent the TV from Toppling Over Attaching the Support Belt 1 Screw the support belt (supplied) to the TV stand with a wood screw (supplied). 2 Attach the support belt to the stand with other connecting cables....the length by pulling the support belt toward you while holding the TV stand. ✍ Be sure to take measures to the TV stand. Consult your dealer about the types of TV stand. Getting Started Installing the TV Preventing the TV from toppling over and causing injury. ✍ The supplied wood ...
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...required in a safe place until you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for withstanding the TV's weight. For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you are removed, lift the TV out. Be sure to use the instruction guide that you must remove the Table-Top Stand ... the WallMount Bracket model for any other than to wall- Getting Started When Installing on a Wall Getting Started This TV can be performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors. ✍ Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top Stand in installing this task with the Wall...
...required in a safe place until you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for withstanding the TV's weight. For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you are removed, lift the TV out. Be sure to use the instruction guide that you must remove the Table-Top Stand ... the WallMount Bracket model for any other than to wall- Getting Started When Installing on a Wall Getting Started This TV can be performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors. ✍ Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top Stand in installing this task with the Wall...
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... Initial Setup screen appears. 2 Press V/v to create a list of receivable channels from both VHF/UHF antenna and cable TV channels if both sources are connected. Then press . Auto Program performed through Initial Setup will reappear each time you complete Auto Program. 20 If ... "No" during Initial Setup, the Initial Setup screen will automatically create a list of available analog and digital channels. appears. 3 Press V/v to turn on the TV for the first time after hooking it up the channels at a later time, select the Auto Program option in the Channel settings to scan available...
... Initial Setup screen appears. 2 Press V/v to create a list of receivable channels from both VHF/UHF antenna and cable TV channels if both sources are connected. Then press . Auto Program performed through Initial Setup will reappear each time you complete Auto Program. 20 If ... "No" during Initial Setup, the Initial Setup screen will automatically create a list of available analog and digital channels. appears. 3 Press V/v to turn on the TV for the first time after hooking it up the channels at a later time, select the Auto Program option in the Channel settings to scan available...
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...the 0-9 and ENT buttons to select a channel; Press to change channels immediately. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the TV. ✍ Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the e and E on setting up momentarily when pressed to... button indicator lights up the video input labels, including the Skip function. Press repeatedly until Off appears. Basic Operations Basic Operations Remote Control Button 1 TV/VIDEO 2 SLEEP 3 FUNCTION Buttons 4 0 - 9, ENT 5 6 JUMP 7 ANT 8 SURROUND 9 SOUND Description Press repeatedly to cycle through different...
...the 0-9 and ENT buttons to select a channel; Press to change channels immediately. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the TV. ✍ Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the e and E on setting up momentarily when pressed to... button indicator lights up the video input labels, including the Skip function. Press repeatedly until Off appears. Basic Operations Basic Operations Remote Control Button 1 TV/VIDEO 2 SLEEP 3 FUNCTION Buttons 4 0 - 9, ENT 5 6 JUMP 7 ANT 8 SURROUND 9 SOUND Description Press repeatedly to cycle through different...