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4-113-760-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40XBR6 KDL-46XBR6 KDL-52XBR6 © 2008 Sony Corporation
4-113-760-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40XBR6 KDL-46XBR6 KDL-52XBR6 © 2008 Sony Corporation
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... your cable service provider. Patent No. 5,717,422 U.S. The TV Guide On Screen system is subject to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that interference will not occur in connection with part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40XBR6/KDL-46XBR6/ KDL-52XBR6 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. and/or one or more of the following...
... your cable service provider. Patent No. 5,717,422 U.S. The TV Guide On Screen system is subject to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that interference will not occur in connection with part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40XBR6/KDL-46XBR6/ KDL-52XBR6 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. and/or one or more of the following...
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...30 Navigating through Photo 30 Photo Options 31 Music 32 Accessing Music 32 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 39 TV Settings Descriptions 40 Product Support 40 Clock/Timers Settings 40 Picture Settings 41 Sound Settings 43 Screen Settings 44 Channel Settings 46 CC Closed ... Other Information Troubleshooting 53 Specifications 57 Index 58 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 Setting Up the Channel List -...
...30 Navigating through Photo 30 Photo Options 31 Music 32 Accessing Music 32 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 39 TV Settings Descriptions 40 Product Support 40 Clock/Timers Settings 40 Picture Settings 41 Sound Settings 43 Screen Settings 44 Channel Settings 46 CC Closed ... Other Information Troubleshooting 53 Specifications 57 Index 58 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 Setting Up the Channel List -...
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...Contact your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard-definition) source Most standard-definition signals use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to the World of 16:9. The picture quality may not be as sharp as the quality of the image). Welcome to...display HD programming from 1080 HD signals. The quality of your BRAVIA TV is displayed on an HDTV, you see on the sides. To experience the stunning detail of the image you will notice a big difference. http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/hd The Four Steps to ...
...Contact your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard-definition) source Most standard-definition signals use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to the World of 16:9. The picture quality may not be as sharp as the quality of the image). Welcome to...display HD programming from 1080 HD signals. The quality of your BRAVIA TV is displayed on an HDTV, you see on the sides. To experience the stunning detail of the image you will notice a big difference. http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/hd The Four Steps to ...
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... agencies, designed to promote energy efficient products and practices. • When the TV is initially set up, it is Energy Star Compliant. TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is for the 40, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-XBR6 series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5 Depending upon such changed settings...
... agencies, designed to promote energy efficient products and practices. • When the TV is initially set up, it is Energy Star Compliant. TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is for the 40, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-XBR6 series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5 Depending upon such changed settings...
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...Bracket • Installation against a wall or enclosed area • Bundling the connecting cables • Securing the TV Carrying the TV Be sure to follow these guidelines to place on a TV stand (except model, KDL-52XBR6). 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from the bottom center. ~ • Do not put... stress on the LCD panel. 3 Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of the Table-Top Stand and align the screw holes. • Do not lift the TV from the carton. For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you install the TV unit to shocks, vibration...
...Bracket • Installation against a wall or enclosed area • Bundling the connecting cables • Securing the TV Carrying the TV Be sure to follow these guidelines to place on a TV stand (except model, KDL-52XBR6). 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from the bottom center. ~ • Do not put... stress on the LCD panel. 3 Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of the Table-Top Stand and align the screw holes. • Do not lift the TV from the carton. For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you install the TV unit to shocks, vibration...
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...of a reflective material. (Continued) 7 Getting Started For details on a wall. • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you are not of the TV and may result in installing this much space around the set as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Wall Wall ~ ... length when measured from small children. Consider the following for Canada) When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your model, visit www.sony.com/accessories Or call 1-800-488-7669 (for United States) 1-877-899-7669 (for best picture quality ...
...of a reflective material. (Continued) 7 Getting Started For details on a wall. • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you are not of the TV and may result in installing this much space around the set as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Wall Wall ~ ... length when measured from small children. Consider the following for Canada) When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your model, visit www.sony.com/accessories Or call 1-800-488-7669 (for United States) 1-877-899-7669 (for best picture quality ...
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• When moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area, a sudden room temperature change may cause the TV's picture to blur or show poor color due to evaporate before powering on the TV. AC IN ~ • Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables. 8 Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. Should this occur, please wait a few hours to allow the moisture to moisture condensation.
• When moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area, a sudden room temperature change may cause the TV's picture to blur or show poor color due to evaporate before powering on the TV. AC IN ~ • Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables. 8 Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. Should this occur, please wait a few hours to allow the moisture to moisture condensation.
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...; Rope or chain (attach to one side of drawers. For further protection, follow the instruction manual provided with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow all AC power cords and connecting cables so that there is not used as steps, such as a chest...
...; Rope or chain (attach to one side of drawers. For further protection, follow the instruction manual provided with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow all AC power cords and connecting cables so that there is not used as steps, such as a chest...
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2. Locating Inputs and Outputs 5 Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 1 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB P B IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 P R L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i ) 4 AUDIO OUT R ... R (VAR/FIX) 23 4 LAN DMe x / (10/100) SERVICE 6 7 8 9 DMPORT CABLE/ANTENNA 0 Side Panel qa IN 4 2 qs AC IN VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) 1 AUDIO R ~ • This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to view...
2. Locating Inputs and Outputs 5 Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 1 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB P B IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 P R L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i ) 4 AUDIO OUT R ... R (VAR/FIX) 23 4 LAN DMe x / (10/100) SERVICE 6 7 8 9 DMPORT CABLE/ANTENNA 0 Side Panel qa IN 4 2 qs AC IN VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) 1 AUDIO R ~ • This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to view...
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.... 9 DMPORT Connects to devices via a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT interface (not supplied) and displays photos or plays videos and music directly onto the TV from Dolby Laboratories. You can be displayed. ~ • For some DIGITAL MEDIA PORT equipment. qa USB Connects to USB equipment to access... digital audio equipment that bears the HDMI logo. • When connecting a DVI-equipped PC to an HDMI jack, also connect an Audio cable between this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. VIDEO IN 2/3 VIDEO/L(MONO)AUDIO-R 2 COMPONENT IN 1/2 (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i)/ L-AUDIO-R 3 PC IN (RGB/...
.... 9 DMPORT Connects to devices via a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT interface (not supplied) and displays photos or plays videos and music directly onto the TV from Dolby Laboratories. You can be displayed. ~ • For some DIGITAL MEDIA PORT equipment. qa USB Connects to USB equipment to access... digital audio equipment that bears the HDMI logo. • When connecting a DVI-equipped PC to an HDMI jack, also connect an Audio cable between this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. VIDEO IN 2/3 VIDEO/L(MONO)AUDIO-R 2 COMPONENT IN 1/2 (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i)/ L-AUDIO-R 3 PC IN (RGB/...
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...can enjoy high-definition and standarddefinition digital programming (if available in your area) along with standard-definition analog programming. ~ • This TV is strongly recommended that you connect this equipment to receive optimum picture quality. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect the CABLE... programming for the type of input signal you choose (see page 46). Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) IN...
...can enjoy high-definition and standarddefinition digital programming (if available in your area) along with standard-definition analog programming. ~ • This TV is strongly recommended that you connect this equipment to receive optimum picture quality. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect the CABLE... programming for the type of input signal you choose (see page 46). Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) IN...
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Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R DVI-to-HDMI cable COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/... cable Audio cable ~ • If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i...
Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R DVI-to-HDMI cable COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/... cable Audio cable ~ • If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i...
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... Setup Guide.) Rear of the above PC input signals to display on the television. • For the best picture quality, it is connected to the TV and no signal has been input from the PC according to the PC using an HD15HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable... (see page 52). This TV can also be treated as shown below . PC Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the TV, set Picture Mode to Custom, Wide Mode to Full, and Display Area to Full Pixel. 14...
... Setup Guide.) Rear of the above PC input signals to display on the television. • For the best picture quality, it is connected to the TV and no signal has been input from the PC according to the PC using an HD15HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable... (see page 52). This TV can also be treated as shown below . PC Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the TV, set Picture Mode to Custom, Wide Mode to Full, and Display Area to Full Pixel. 14...
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Getting Started Other Equipment Personal computer Blu-ray Disc player/ "PS3" DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable Audio USB box system drive Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 ... portable player Digital audio LAN connection equipment (A/V Receiver/ Home Theater) Camcorder ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 15
Getting Started Other Equipment Personal computer Blu-ray Disc player/ "PS3" DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable Audio USB box system drive Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 ... portable player Digital audio LAN connection equipment (A/V Receiver/ Home Theater) Camcorder ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 15
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...broadcaster. Follow the on screen instructions using an external input; Language settings will display this screen and prompt you turn on the TV for the TV to fully receive the program listing information. • Once the program information is obtained by pressing OPTIONS on screen display as...ANTENNA input (e.g. see page 50 for digital programs (see a confirmation screen with the Alternate Audio feature. Highlight a choice and press to begin the TV Guide setup. The Alternate Audio option may take longer) for the first time. Next, you will see page 44). 4 Set the date and...
...broadcaster. Follow the on screen instructions using an external input; Language settings will display this screen and prompt you turn on the TV for the TV to fully receive the program listing information. • Once the program information is obtained by pressing OPTIONS on screen display as...ANTENNA input (e.g. see page 50 for digital programs (see a confirmation screen with the Alternate Audio feature. Highlight a choice and press to begin the TV Guide setup. The Alternate Audio option may take longer) for the first time. Next, you will see page 44). 4 Set the date and...
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.... 17 To run Auto Program, see page 46. Press RETURN first, then press either B/b on page 52. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 46. (Useful for antenna installations.) ~ • If you accidentally ...turn off the TV during the Initial Setup process, the Initial Setup will restart from the XMB™ or perform the steps described in the Initial Setup section on...
.... 17 To run Auto Program, see page 46. Press RETURN first, then press either B/b on page 52. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 46. (Useful for antenna installations.) ~ • If you accidentally ...turn off the TV during the Initial Setup process, the Initial Setup will restart from the XMB™ or perform the steps described in the Initial Setup section on...
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... located on the side of the remote control. Push to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the TV operate the same as the corresponding buttons on the remote control. 18 Operating the TV Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries... to open When Using the Remote Control Follow the guidelines below • Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that they are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your...
... located on the side of the remote control. Push to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the TV operate the same as the corresponding buttons on the remote control. 18 Operating the TV Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries... to open When Using the Remote Control Follow the guidelines below • Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that they are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your...
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... equipment (not available on and off the Theater Mode. When the TV FUNCTION button is operating. Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must first press one of time. m (fast reverse): Press to your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for "Programming the Remote Control". Button 1 DISPLAY 2 ...available on page 51. Press to operate the corresponding equipment. DMX-NV1). Remote Control Button Description Operating the TV 1 2 3 4 DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP 5 6 THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE CC FREEZE VOL ...
... equipment (not available on and off the Theater Mode. When the TV FUNCTION button is operating. Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must first press one of time. m (fast reverse): Press to your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for "Programming the Remote Control". Button 1 DISPLAY 2 ...available on page 51. Press to operate the corresponding equipment. DMX-NV1). Remote Control Button Description Operating the TV 1 2 3 4 DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP 5 6 THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE CC FREEZE VOL ...
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...For instructions on using a specific menu, see "How to the previous screen or exit from the Favorites menu. Press ENT to open the TV Guide On Screen system. Press to display the top menu of the connected equipment. Pressing this button alone starts the recording process. qh BD/... TV qa 0-9 ENT qs qd MUTING qf VOL +/- Press again or press VOL + to pause recording. Press again to record. the channel changes after two seconds. X REC PAUSE: Press to restore the sound. Press to enter 2.1, press 2 , , 1 and ENT. For example, to adjust the volume. Use with Sony ...
...For instructions on using a specific menu, see "How to the previous screen or exit from the Favorites menu. Press ENT to open the TV Guide On Screen system. Press to display the top menu of the connected equipment. Pressing this button alone starts the recording process. qh BD/... TV qa 0-9 ENT qs qd MUTING qf VOL +/- Press again or press VOL + to pause recording. Press again to record. the channel changes after two seconds. X REC PAUSE: Press to restore the sound. Press to enter 2.1, press 2 , , 1 and ENT. For example, to adjust the volume. Use with Sony ...