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..., BRAVIA Sync, , DMex and "x.v. "XrossMediaBar" is a trademark of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. CAUTION Use the following Sony TVs only with part 15 of the FCC Rules. KDL-32XBR6 KDL-37XBR6 KDL-40V4150 KDL-40V4100 KDL-40W4100 KDL-42V4100 KDL-46V4100 KDL-46W4100 KDL-46W4150 KDL-52V4100 KDL-52W4100 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Model Name Serial No. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation...
..., BRAVIA Sync, , DMex and "x.v. "XrossMediaBar" is a trademark of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. CAUTION Use the following Sony TVs only with part 15 of the FCC Rules. KDL-32XBR6 KDL-37XBR6 KDL-40V4150 KDL-40V4100 KDL-40W4100 KDL-42V4100 KDL-46V4100 KDL-46W4100 KDL-46W4150 KDL-52V4100 KDL-52W4100 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Model Name Serial No. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation...
Operating Instructions
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... P&P and PIP 28 Using TV Settings Media Category Icons 29 Adjusting TV Settings 29 Watching TV 29 Accessing External Inputs 29 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 30 TV Settings Descriptions 31 Product Support 31 Clock/Timers Settings 31 Picture Settings 32 Sound Settings 34 Screen Settings 35 Channel Settings 37 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings 38 Parental Lock Settings 38 External Inputs Settings 41 HDMI Settings 41 General Setup Settings 42 Initial Setup 42 Other Information Troubleshooting 43 Specifications 46 Index 47 Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides...
... P&P and PIP 28 Using TV Settings Media Category Icons 29 Adjusting TV Settings 29 Watching TV 29 Accessing External Inputs 29 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 30 TV Settings Descriptions 31 Product Support 31 Clock/Timers Settings 31 Picture Settings 32 Sound Settings 34 Screen Settings 35 Channel Settings 37 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings 38 Parental Lock Settings 38 External Inputs Settings 41 HDMI Settings 41 General Setup Settings 42 Initial Setup 42 Other Information Troubleshooting 43 Specifications 46 Index 47 Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides...
Operating Instructions
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... 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 bottom center. ~ • Do not put stress on a TV stand (except models: KDL-52V4100 and KDL-52W4100). 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from the carton. Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket • Installation against a wall or enclosed area • Bundling the connecting cables •...
... 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 bottom center. ~ • Do not put stress on a TV stand (except models: KDL-52V4100 and KDL-52W4100). 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from the carton. Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket • Installation against a wall or enclosed area • Bundling the connecting cables •...
Operating Instructions
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... TV to the Wall Use the hardware listed below (not supplied): • M6 × 10-12 mm anchor bolt (screwed into the top-most wall-mount holes located on : • slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces. • furniture that can adequately support the weight of the TV). Prevent the TV from toppling over . Use two angle braces (not supplied) to play or climb on the TV. Angle brace Stand...
... TV to the Wall Use the hardware listed below (not supplied): • M6 × 10-12 mm anchor bolt (screwed into the top-most wall-mount holes located on : • slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces. • furniture that can adequately support the weight of the TV). Prevent the TV from toppling over . Use two angle braces (not supplied) to play or climb on the TV. Angle brace Stand...
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... FIX) use an adapter (not supplied). You can be displayed. ~ • For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be connected to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. For models with separate cords: Connect the supplied power cord to a personal computer's video and audio output connector (see page 14). "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority. If this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. HDMI IN 4 R-AUDIO...
... FIX) use an adapter (not supplied). You can be displayed. ~ • For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be connected to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. For models with separate cords: Connect the supplied power cord to a personal computer's video and audio output connector (see page 14). "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority. If this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. HDMI IN 4 R-AUDIO...
Operating Instructions
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.... This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of the above chart with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable (see page 42). 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 HD15 cable as shown below . This affects Picture settings, Wide Mode settings, and PIP function.
.... This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of the above chart with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable (see page 42). 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 HD15 cable as shown below . This affects Picture settings, Wide Mode settings, and PIP function.
Operating Instructions
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... audio output of the A/V receiver's attached speakers. • Adjusting the volume and muting of the A/V receiver with the TV's remote control. ~ • The A/V receiver cannot be selected from the CABLE/ ANTENNA and Composite inputs. Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI function. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are available after you connect the supported Sony equipment with Control for connection. Exploring Fun Features Background TV Background TV displays images of current video on your TV: • Automatically turn...
... audio output of the A/V receiver's attached speakers. • Adjusting the volume and muting of the A/V receiver with the TV's remote control. ~ • The A/V receiver cannot be selected from the CABLE/ ANTENNA and Composite inputs. Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI function. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are available after you connect the supported Sony equipment with Control for connection. Exploring Fun Features Background TV Background TV displays images of current video on your TV: • Automatically turn...
Operating Instructions
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... not displayed. buttons (see remote control section on your convenience, see page 41. 29 Accessing External Inputs External Watch a movie, play a game, record a program or work on pages 20 and 22). Sound Screen Channel The XMB™ is shown here with various options. Using TV Settings The HOME button allows you to select a channel (see page 26). • You can also select a TV channel using the Manage Inputs feature for your PC. Using TV Settings Product Support Clock/Timers Settings...
... not displayed. buttons (see remote control section on your convenience, see page 41. 29 Accessing External Inputs External Watch a movie, play a game, record a program or work on pages 20 and 22). Sound Screen Channel The XMB™ is shown here with various options. Using TV Settings The HOME button allows you to select a channel (see page 26). • You can also select a TV channel using the Manage Inputs feature for your PC. Using TV Settings Product Support Clock/Timers Settings...
Operating Instructions
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Your TV's specific information such as a specified volume at the specified time and duration you set the time. Sets the time in the US. • CATV/antenna cable needs to be set using the SLEEP button on the Timer will not be set to view the current software version and check for the current signal. otherwise, software corruption may occur. TV Settings Descriptions Product Support Contact Sony Signal Diagnostics Software Update Sony contact information is available from the TV are displayed here...
Your TV's specific information such as a specified volume at the specified time and duration you set the time. Sets the time in the US. • CATV/antenna cable needs to be set using the SLEEP button on the Timer will not be set to view the current software version and check for the current signal. otherwise, software corruption may occur. TV Settings Descriptions Product Support Contact Sony Signal Diagnostics Software Update Sony contact information is available from the TV are displayed here...
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...; Depending on the remote control, then selecting Picture Adjustments settings from the OPTIONS menu. CineMotion Automatically detects film-based content and applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process and a motion estimation engine to reduce blur. Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture. Select Off to the Component or HDMI input. Feature is only available for video. White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in the following Picture Modes: Standard, Cinema...
...; Depending on the remote control, then selecting Picture Adjustments settings from the OPTIONS menu. CineMotion Automatically detects film-based content and applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process and a motion estimation engine to reduce blur. Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture. Select Off to the Component or HDMI input. Feature is only available for video. White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in the following Picture Modes: Standard, Cinema...
Operating Instructions
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... and 1080/24p sources. Using TV Settings Screen Settings Wide Mode Auto Wide 4:3 Default Select the default screen mode to use for 4:3 sources. When the original source is 16:9 (High-definition source), select this mode to display the 16:9 picture in its original aspect ratio when the original source is 4:3. On Automatically changes Wide Mode setting based upon content. If frequent screen changes are disturbing to you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting for 4:3 sources Wide Zoom...
... and 1080/24p sources. Using TV Settings Screen Settings Wide Mode Auto Wide 4:3 Default Select the default screen mode to use for 4:3 sources. When the original source is 16:9 (High-definition source), select this mode to display the 16:9 picture in its original aspect ratio when the original source is 4:3. On Automatically changes Wide Mode setting based upon content. If frequent screen changes are disturbing to you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting for 4:3 sources Wide Zoom...
Operating Instructions
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... password" on the remote control to a blocked program, then enter the password. To View Blocked Programs Press ENT when tuned to enter a four-digit password. Password Country Use 0-9 button on page 45. Digital CC For both analog (EIA-608) and digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off and on page 40. 38 See Custom Rating System Chart on the TV. Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed captions...
... password" on the remote control to a blocked program, then enter the password. To View Blocked Programs Press ENT when tuned to enter a four-digit password. Password Country Use 0-9 button on page 45. Digital CC For both analog (EIA-608) and digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off and on page 40. 38 See Custom Rating System Chart on the TV. Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed captions...
Operating Instructions
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... Keys This setting controls how the remote control channel tuning keys (0-9, CH+/- Disabled Select to disable the tuning keys during external input mode and prevent unintentionally exiting the external input. ~ • Useful for applications that supports Control for HDMI is connected to display the Device Control options. Select Off to disable this function. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, Options and Content List of equipment with Control for HDMI function. Device Auto Power Off Select...
... Keys This setting controls how the remote control channel tuning keys (0-9, CH+/- Disabled Select to disable the tuning keys during external input mode and prevent unintentionally exiting the external input. ~ • Useful for applications that supports Control for HDMI is connected to display the Device Control options. Select Off to disable this function. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, Options and Content List of equipment with Control for HDMI function. Device Auto Power Off Select...
Operating Instructions
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... quickly with the On option. Select Off to disable this function. Follow the instructions on the front panel or select Off to disable this Initial Setup. PC Power Management Select On to have the TV automatically enter standby mode when there is no signal input for KDL-W series. or MUTING buttons will be cleared each time the channel is changed or when DISPLAY on -screen settings. Small Select to display channel and program information. Power...
... quickly with the On option. Select Off to disable this function. Follow the instructions on the front panel or select Off to disable this Initial Setup. PC Power Management Select On to have the TV automatically enter standby mode when there is no signal input for KDL-W series. or MUTING buttons will be cleared each time the channel is changed or when DISPLAY on -screen settings. Small Select to display channel and program information. Power...
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... some video sources Poor picture Picture quality not as good as viewed at the seaside.) • Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers. • If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the External Inputs list. • Picture quality depends on the screen to confirm routine panel operation. Other Information Troubleshooting If you have questions, service needs...
... some video sources Poor picture Picture quality not as good as viewed at the seaside.) • Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers. • If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the External Inputs list. • Picture quality depends on the screen to confirm routine panel operation. Other Information Troubleshooting If you have questions, service needs...
Operating Instructions
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... the output signal from the TV's speakers regardless of the TV's volume control. • When using a 75-ohm coaxial cable. • Keep the antenna cable away from other than Off. Poor Picture • Adjust the resolution (see page 21). If you change the channel or input or manually change the Alternate Audio language (see page 25). Blurry picture / Poor color • Transporting the TV from the screen (page 20). • Set Speakers to lock in the Sound settings (see...
... the output signal from the TV's speakers regardless of the TV's volume control. • When using a 75-ohm coaxial cable. • Keep the antenna cable away from other than Off. Poor Picture • Adjust the resolution (see page 21). If you change the channel or input or manually change the Alternate Audio language (see page 25). Blurry picture / Poor color • Transporting the TV from the screen (page 20). • Set Speakers to lock in the Sound settings (see...
Operating Instructions
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... Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD023 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (KDL-40V4150/KDL-40V4100/KDL46V4100/KDL-52V4100/KDL-40W4100/KDL-46W4100/KDL-52W4100/KDL-46W4150) (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to the Table-Top Stand) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Safety and Regulatory Booklet (1) / Attaching the Table-Top Stand (1) / Screws (4) Optional accessories Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 / TV Stand: see page 2 * While the TV is collecting TV Guide data and/or during software update the power...
... Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD023 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (KDL-40V4150/KDL-40V4100/KDL46V4100/KDL-52V4100/KDL-40W4100/KDL-46W4100/KDL-52W4100/KDL-46W4150) (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to the Table-Top Stand) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Safety and Regulatory Booklet (1) / Attaching the Table-Top Stand (1) / Screws (4) Optional accessories Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 / TV Stand: see page 2 * While the TV is collecting TV Guide data and/or during software update the power...
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... S S VIDEO jack 11 Screen Position 36 Settings Channel 37 Clock/Timers 31 Closed Captions (CC) 38 External Inputs 41 General Setup 42 HDMI Settings 41 Initial Setup 42 Parental Lock 38 Picture 32 Product Support 31 Screen 35 Sound 34 Sharpness 32 Show/Hide Channels 37 Signal Diagnostics 31 Signal Type 37 SLEEP button 19 Sleep Timer 31 Software Update 31 Sound Adjustments 34 Sound Booster 34 Sound Mode 34 Speaker 23 Speakers 34 STANDBY LED 23 Steady Sound 34 Surround 34 T Timer 31 Treble 34 Troubleshooting 43-45 TV Auto Power On 41 TV Guide...
... S S VIDEO jack 11 Screen Position 36 Settings Channel 37 Clock/Timers 31 Closed Captions (CC) 38 External Inputs 41 General Setup 42 HDMI Settings 41 Initial Setup 42 Parental Lock 38 Picture 32 Product Support 31 Screen 35 Sound 34 Sharpness 32 Show/Hide Channels 37 Signal Diagnostics 31 Signal Type 37 SLEEP button 19 Sleep Timer 31 Software Update 31 Sound Adjustments 34 Sound Booster 34 Sound Mode 34 Speaker 23 Speakers 34 STANDBY LED 23 Steady Sound 34 Surround 34 T Timer 31 Treble 34 Troubleshooting 43-45 TV Auto Power On 41 TV Guide...
Quick Setup Guide
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...provide the best fit. ■ Give your TV 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) of the connected equipment as shown below . Assembly may need to it on your remote control. Your BRAVIA TV must get the most recently viewed channels and external inputs. Input Connector HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 Video Connection HDMI connection* Audio Connection HDMI cable carries both INPUT or / to access them with the TV. Comments Sources Component 1 Component 2 Video 1 Component connection Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 S VIDEO connection (Use this guide for connecting HDTV. Receive over-the...
...provide the best fit. ■ Give your TV 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) of the connected equipment as shown below . Assembly may need to it on your remote control. Your BRAVIA TV must get the most recently viewed channels and external inputs. Input Connector HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 Video Connection HDMI connection* Audio Connection HDMI cable carries both INPUT or / to access them with the TV. Comments Sources Component 1 Component 2 Video 1 Component connection Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 S VIDEO connection (Use this guide for connecting HDTV. Receive over-the...
Quick Setup Guide
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... sound. Connect your incoming signal source (HD Cable Box, HD Satellite Receiver, or DVD) with Home Theater System Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 OUT (OPTICAL) 3 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 AUDIO OUT R AUDIO L L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX) PC CABLE / ANTENNA Splitter Cable/Antenna Basic Connection with four HDMI inputs. HD Basic Connection with Mini-Pin Digital Optical Audio DVI - Splitter Cable/Antenna HD Basic Connection with HDMI or component video for the best possible...
... sound. Connect your incoming signal source (HD Cable Box, HD Satellite Receiver, or DVD) with Home Theater System Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 OUT (OPTICAL) 3 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 AUDIO OUT R AUDIO L L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX) PC CABLE / ANTENNA Splitter Cable/Antenna Basic Connection with four HDMI inputs. HD Basic Connection with Mini-Pin Digital Optical Audio DVI - Splitter Cable/Antenna HD Basic Connection with HDMI or component video for the best possible...