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Operating Instructions LCD Digital Color TV KDL-55V5100 KDL-52V5100 KDL-52VL150 KDL-46V5100 KDL-46VL150 KDL-40SL150 KDL-40V5100 KDL-32XBR9 © 2009 Sony Corporation 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 Not Return the Product to the Store
Operating Instructions LCD Digital Color TV KDL-55V5100 KDL-52V5100 KDL-52VL150 KDL-46V5100 KDL-46VL150 KDL-40SL150 KDL-40V5100 KDL-32XBR9 © 2009 Sony Corporation 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 Not Return the Product to the Store
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... the equipment into an outlet on 120 V AC. ❑ Avoid operating the TV at the rear of FCC Rules. KDL-32XBR9/KDL-40SL150/ KDL-40V5100/KDL-46V5100/ KDL-52V5100/KDL-55V5100/ KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. To Customers Sufficient expertise is designed to promote energy ...from Dolby Laboratories. TruSurround XT technology is a trademark. Blu-ray Disc is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. "BRAVIA", , Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync and are trademarks of the FCC rules. It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set up, it is required for a ...
... the equipment into an outlet on 120 V AC. ❑ Avoid operating the TV at the rear of FCC Rules. KDL-32XBR9/KDL-40SL150/ KDL-40V5100/KDL-46V5100/ KDL-52V5100/KDL-55V5100/ KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. To Customers Sufficient expertise is designed to promote energy ...from Dolby Laboratories. TruSurround XT technology is a trademark. Blu-ray Disc is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. "BRAVIA", , Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync and are trademarks of the FCC rules. It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set up, it is required for a ...
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... Other Equipment 9 Bundling the Connecting Cables 10 Securing the TV 10 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control 11 Initial Setup 11 Operating the TV Remote Control Button Description 12 TV Controls and Indicators 14 Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ with Control for HDMI 15 Favorites...18 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 20 Other Information How to Care for Your BRAVIA 21 Things to consider 21 Troubleshooting 21 Specifications 22 Index 23 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration ...
... Other Equipment 9 Bundling the Connecting Cables 10 Securing the TV 10 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control 11 Initial Setup 11 Operating the TV Remote Control Button Description 12 TV Controls and Indicators 14 Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ with Control for HDMI 15 Favorites...18 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 20 Other Information How to Care for Your BRAVIA 21 Things to consider 21 Troubleshooting 21 Specifications 22 Index 23 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration ...
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... to get the most complete TV operation information available for your BRAVIA TV is for the 32 class BRAVIA KDL-XBR9, 40 inch KDL-SL150, 40, 46 and 52 inch and 55 class BRAVIA KDL-V5100 and 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL150 series models with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image...good as the quality of the signal it at www.sony.com/referencebook. Read this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. To experience the stunning detail of your TV with minimal customizations. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV setup information, illustrates sample optional equipment connection diagrams. Reference ...
... to get the most complete TV operation information available for your BRAVIA TV is for the 32 class BRAVIA KDL-XBR9, 40 inch KDL-SL150, 40, 46 and 52 inch and 55 class BRAVIA KDL-V5100 and 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL150 series models with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image...good as the quality of the signal it at www.sony.com/referencebook. Read this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. To experience the stunning detail of your TV with minimal customizations. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV setup information, illustrates sample optional equipment connection diagrams. Reference ...
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... the smoothness of 16:9. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® The Four Steps to the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting other Sony equipment supporting the Control for easy access to...picture quality may not be as sharp as with complicated operation. TV Feature Highlights Your new BRAVIA High Definition LCD TV will see page 18). ➢ ECO Settings: This model includes...BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard-definition) source Most standard-definition signals use a wide screen aspect ratio of picture movement to reduce the blur (For model KDL...
... the smoothness of 16:9. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® The Four Steps to the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting other Sony equipment supporting the Control for easy access to...picture quality may not be as sharp as with complicated operation. TV Feature Highlights Your new BRAVIA High Definition LCD TV will see page 18). ➢ ECO Settings: This model includes...BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard-definition) source Most standard-definition signals use a wide screen aspect ratio of picture movement to reduce the blur (For model KDL...
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... very important for safety and to direct illumination or sunlight. • Avoid installing the TV in a room with an adequate number of people; The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model name is installed against a wall or in an enclosed area. • For best picture quality, ... the instructions in the Safety Booklet for models KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 • Ensure your TV: • Carry the TV with reflective wall and floor materials. • Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to consider the following while setting up your TV has adequate ventilation if it is available on...
... very important for safety and to direct illumination or sunlight. • Avoid installing the TV in a room with an adequate number of people; The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model name is installed against a wall or in an enclosed area. • For best picture quality, ... the instructions in the Safety Booklet for models KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 • Ensure your TV: • Carry the TV with reflective wall and floor materials. • Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to consider the following while setting up your TV has adequate ventilation if it is available on...
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... OUT L AUDIO R 1 2 AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO OUT (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (FIX) L AUDIO R 6 AC IN CABLE/ANTENNA 2 34 5 7 8 For models KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 AUDIO 2 IN IN 3 IN 4 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 2 VIDEO IN 0 5 qa Item 1 SERVICE 2 VIDEO IN 1/ COMPONENT IN 1 (1080p/ 1080i/... component video input (COMPONENT 1). For component connection, use audio L and R for HDMI On Device List Device Auto Power Off Off TV Auto Power On Off Video 1 Component 1 Signal Diagnostics Setup 3 COMPONENT IN 2 Change RETURN Back MENU Exit Component video provides better...
... OUT L AUDIO R 1 2 AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO OUT (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (FIX) L AUDIO R 6 AC IN CABLE/ANTENNA 2 34 5 7 8 For models KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 AUDIO 2 IN IN 3 IN 4 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 2 VIDEO IN 0 5 qa Item 1 SERVICE 2 VIDEO IN 1/ COMPONENT IN 1 (1080p/ 1080i/... component video input (COMPONENT 1). For component connection, use audio L and R for HDMI On Device List Device Auto Power Off Off TV Auto Power On Off Video 1 Component 1 Signal Diagnostics Setup 3 COMPONENT IN 2 Change RETURN Back MENU Exit Component video provides better...
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...8226; High quality picture performances • Combination of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines. 8 L-AUDIO-R digital audio/video interface between this TV. If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to connect the audio cables. For some Apple Macintosh...HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) is PCM optical OUT (OPTICAL) compatible. 7 AC IN Connects the supplied AC power cord. (For KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 models.) 8 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that is necessary. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. The S VIDEO...
...8226; High quality picture performances • Combination of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines. 8 L-AUDIO-R digital audio/video interface between this TV. If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to connect the audio cables. For some Apple Macintosh...HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) is PCM optical OUT (OPTICAL) compatible. 7 AC IN Connects the supplied AC power cord. (For KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 models.) 8 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that is necessary. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. The S VIDEO...
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...-ray Digital Disc Player/ DVD satellite Digital Audio "PS3" player receiver cable box system Personal computer USB Drive Side panel PC IN RGB Rear of TV VIDEO IN VIDEO Y SERVICE PB IN (OPTICAL) PR 1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R 1 2 AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO OUT (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (FIX) L AUDIO R CABLE... Game Receiver/ (DVI only) system Home Theater) VCR/Game system/ Camcorder ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 9
...-ray Digital Disc Player/ DVD satellite Digital Audio "PS3" player receiver cable box system Personal computer USB Drive Side panel PC IN RGB Rear of TV VIDEO IN VIDEO Y SERVICE PB IN (OPTICAL) PR 1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R 1 2 AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO OUT (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (FIX) L AUDIO R CABLE... Game Receiver/ (DVI only) system Home Theater) VCR/Game system/ Camcorder ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 9
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...illustrated below. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. For models KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 the cable clamper is located on the Table-Top Stand Screw For KDL-32XBR9 Wallmount holes Rope or chain Wallanchor Contact Sony Customer Support to... purchase the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. • For United...
...illustrated below. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. For models KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 the cable clamper is located on the Table-Top Stand Screw For KDL-32XBR9 Wallmount holes Rope or chain Wallanchor Contact Sony Customer Support to... purchase the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. • For United...
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... HOME for the on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of use . During this TV. If you turn on the TV for available channels from the signal source directly connected to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input and may take sometime to complete the process. Follow the help text provided on...
... HOME for the on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of use . During this TV. If you turn on the TV for available channels from the signal source directly connected to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input and may take sometime to complete the process. Follow the help text provided on...
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...set for more details. These buttons are used to On or Off. ~ • The TV will disappear in fast forward mode. Some other buttons on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® Sync™ equipment. The information banner will show the remaining time of the current... WIDE Press repeatedly to play a program in a few seconds or press again to exit from your TV (see the online Reference Book for a cinemalike experience and the audio will be switched to your BRAVIA Sync audio system. M (fast forward): Press to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings.
...set for more details. These buttons are used to On or Off. ~ • The TV will disappear in fast forward mode. Some other buttons on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® Sync™ equipment. The information banner will show the remaining time of the current... WIDE Press repeatedly to play a program in a few seconds or press again to exit from your TV (see the online Reference Book for a cinemalike experience and the audio will be switched to your BRAVIA Sync audio system. M (fast forward): Press to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings.
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...1 and ENT. To toggle through channels. The TOOLS menu items vary based on -screen cursor. Press to scan through the inputs, press V/v. The TV alternates between two channels. qj JUMP 9 0 qh Description Press 0-9 to select digital channels. Press to follow • Point your remote control directly ...display the list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. Press to move the on current input and content. try turning off the TV. Press to change channels immediately. To scan quickly through channels, press and hold down either +/-. WIDE INPUT qa MUTING qd qs...
...1 and ENT. To toggle through channels. The TOOLS menu items vary based on -screen cursor. Press to scan through the inputs, press V/v. The TV alternates between two channels. qj JUMP 9 0 qh Description Press 0-9 to select digital channels. Press to follow • Point your remote control directly ...display the list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. Press to move the on current input and content. try turning off the TV. Press to change channels immediately. To scan quickly through channels, press and hold down either +/-. WIDE INPUT qa MUTING qd qs...
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... turned off . (See the online Reference Book for more details). 3 STANDBY LED Lights up in the PC input (see contacting Sony information on the front cover). 4 POWER LED Lights up /down either +/-. In the menu screen, this may be affected. 2...amber when the Timer or Sleep functions are set. Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. TV Controls and Indicators For all models except KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 1 For models KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER 2 34 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER POWER 5 CHANNEL 6 VOLUME ...
... turned off . (See the online Reference Book for more details). 3 STANDBY LED Lights up in the PC input (see contacting Sony information on the front cover). 4 POWER LED Lights up /down either +/-. In the menu screen, this may be affected. 2...amber when the Timer or Sleep functions are set. Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. TV Controls and Indicators For all models except KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 1 For models KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER 2 34 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER POWER 5 CHANNEL 6 VOLUME ...
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... the HDMI logo for connection. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are possible: • Turning on the A/V receiver when the TV is turned on , the internal speakers of the A/V receiver with the TV documentation. Refer to the online Reference Book... remote control. Using Features Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ with Control for HDMI The BRAVIA Sync function allows this TV to communicate with Control for HDMI Use an HDMI cable that supports BRAVIA Sync. To connect Sony equipment with other equipment, refer to its operating...
... the HDMI logo for connection. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are possible: • Turning on the A/V receiver when the TV is turned on , the internal speakers of the A/V receiver with the TV documentation. Refer to the online Reference Book... remote control. Using Features Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ with Control for HDMI The BRAVIA Sync function allows this TV to communicate with Control for HDMI Use an HDMI cable that supports BRAVIA Sync. To connect Sony equipment with other equipment, refer to its operating...
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...Highlight Remove from Favorites and press . ~ • Auto Program will clear your preference. You can manually change the Wide Mode setting while watching TV by pressing the WIDE button on the original source, a black frame or black bars may surround the picture. Select Auto Wide and set to .... 2 When the recently viewed items are standard-definition and not from high-definition source such as component video input, HDMI input and digital TV. • Full Pixel is available only for 720p, 1080i and 1080p formats excluding Cable/Antenna input. • Full Pixel displays the picture...
...Highlight Remove from Favorites and press . ~ • Auto Program will clear your preference. You can manually change the Wide Mode setting while watching TV by pressing the WIDE button on the original source, a black frame or black bars may surround the picture. Select Auto Wide and set to .... 2 When the recently viewed items are standard-definition and not from high-definition source such as component video input, HDMI input and digital TV. • Full Pixel is available only for 720p, 1080i and 1080p formats excluding Cable/Antenna input. • Full Pixel displays the picture...
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PC and HDMI Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the connected PC. 17 Incoming PC signal Incoming PC ...Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 • This TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. • This TV's PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals. Standard VGA VESA Guidelines VESA ...Guidelines VESA VESA VESA CEA-861 • Adjust Phase to eliminate horizontal lines of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the PC according to the chart below. Wide Mode with PC Changing the...
PC and HDMI Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the connected PC. 17 Incoming PC signal Incoming PC ...Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 • This TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. • This TV's PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals. Standard VGA VESA Guidelines VESA ...Guidelines VESA VESA VESA CEA-861 • Adjust Phase to eliminate horizontal lines of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the PC according to the chart below. Wide Mode with PC Changing the...
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Sony cannot guarantee or assure compatibility with mass storage devices. Photo and Music Enjoying Photos through the USB Port The TV offers easy access to 8,192 × 8,192 pixels. Option TOOLS Add to display your picture files on screen. Gently insert your USB ... data stored on USB equipment to display your picture and music files on the side TV panel. USB Equipment Functionality Sony cannot guarantee or assure the USB functionality on this TV is located on screen. Sony recommends backing up all formats or products. Add to Slideshow Select Photo Files Start Slideshow...
Sony cannot guarantee or assure compatibility with mass storage devices. Photo and Music Enjoying Photos through the USB Port The TV offers easy access to 8,192 × 8,192 pixels. Option TOOLS Add to display your picture files on screen. Gently insert your USB ... data stored on USB equipment to display your picture and music files on the side TV panel. USB Equipment Functionality Sony cannot guarantee or assure the USB functionality on this TV is located on screen. Sony recommends backing up all formats or products. Add to Slideshow Select Photo Files Start Slideshow...
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...8226; Use TOOLS button on the screen or can also set and customize Closed Captions with different size and color of the fonts, program the TV to turn off, select the Language for the signals your connected equipment. The Screen Menu allows you use Auto Wide, or 4:3 Default to Setup... menu, select Clock/Timers, then Sleep and select your TV come with help texts on the screen can show or hide channels to appear when you to fit your audio preference. Channels & Inputs Menu allows...
...8226; Use TOOLS button on the screen or can also set and customize Closed Captions with different size and color of the fonts, program the TV to turn off, select the Language for the signals your connected equipment. The Screen Menu allows you use Auto Wide, or 4:3 Default to Setup... menu, select Clock/Timers, then Sleep and select your TV come with help texts on the screen can show or hide channels to appear when you to fit your audio preference. Channels & Inputs Menu allows...
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...password, enter the master password: 4357. If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV even after you may be wiped with a soft cloth moisten with warm water. Follow the instruction provided in the online Reference Book ...documentation (Safety Booklet) provided with the remote control's operation. • To reset the TV to factory default settings: ❑ Turn on Return settings to the Quick Setup Guide provided for Your BRAVIA Safety is very important, please read the online Reference Book, contact the following: For US...
...password, enter the master password: 4357. If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV even after you may be wiped with a soft cloth moisten with warm water. Follow the instruction provided in the online Reference Book ...documentation (Safety Booklet) provided with the remote control's operation. • To reset the TV to factory default settings: ❑ Turn on Return settings to the Quick Setup Guide provided for Your BRAVIA Safety is very important, please read the online Reference Book, contact the following: For US...