Safety and Regulatory Booklet
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... Lea y entienda el contenido de este folleto antes de operar su nuevo televisor. © 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near water. 6) ... a strong magnet in a cold place, the picture may cause picture distortion and/or noisy sound. Keep any other . Wall-mount use ☐ Wall‑mount installation requires the use ...241;os materiales. Using incorrect replacement batteries can cause deformation of the TV. LCD SCREEN ☐ Although the LCD screen is damaged. ☐ Do not attempt to service the TV yourself ...
... Lea y entienda el contenido de este folleto antes de operar su nuevo televisor. © 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near water. 6) ... a strong magnet in a cold place, the picture may cause picture distortion and/or noisy sound. Keep any other . Wall-mount use ☐ Wall‑mount installation requires the use ...241;os materiales. Using incorrect replacement batteries can cause deformation of the TV. LCD SCREEN ☐ Although the LCD screen is damaged. ☐ Do not attempt to service the TV yourself ...
Operating Instructions
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... Name Serial No. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (KDL-32FA600 only) Your BRAVIA TV is a joint program of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Picture/Sound, Power Savings) can be removed with a cloth slightly moistened with a soft cloth. •... BRAVIA Sync, and are trademarks or registered marks of Energy. Cleaning When cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord to promote energy efficient products and practices. Record these government agencies, designed to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen...
... Name Serial No. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (KDL-32FA600 only) Your BRAVIA TV is a joint program of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Picture/Sound, Power Savings) can be removed with a cloth slightly moistened with a soft cloth. •... BRAVIA Sync, and are trademarks or registered marks of Energy. Cleaning When cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord to promote energy efficient products and practices. Record these government agencies, designed to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen...
Operating Instructions
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... TV Using the Remote Control 19 Remote Control Button Description 20 TV Controls and Indicators 24 Using Features BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for HDMI . . .25 Using PIP Feature 26 Favorites 27 Wide Mode .... . 29 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 30 Using the Picture Settings 31 Using the Sound Settings 33 Using the Screen Settings 35 Using the Channel Settings 37 Using the Parental Lock Settings 38... 57 Index 59 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration United States http://productregistration...
... TV Using the Remote Control 19 Remote Control Button Description 20 TV Controls and Indicators 24 Using Features BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for HDMI . . .25 Using PIP Feature 26 Favorites 27 Wide Mode .... . 29 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 30 Using the Picture Settings 31 Using the Sound Settings 33 Using the Screen Settings 35 Using the Channel Settings 37 Using the Parental Lock Settings 38... 57 Index 59 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration United States http://productregistration...
Operating Instructions
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...to a standard analog signal, you are watching (page 21). (Continued) 5 Refer to fill the screen. TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 25). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video icons...the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting optional equipment. When you compare a high-definition signal to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on the signal resolution (page 27). ➢ Input Selection: Allows you to easily switch between the connected equipment (page...
...to a standard analog signal, you are watching (page 21). (Continued) 5 Refer to fill the screen. TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 25). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video icons...the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting optional equipment. When you compare a high-definition signal to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on the signal resolution (page 27). ➢ Input Selection: Allows you to easily switch between the connected equipment (page...
Operating Instructions
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...• It is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for details. Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV For KDL-55EX500/KDL-46EX500/KDL-40EX500/KDL-32EX500/KDL-55EX501/KDL-46EX501/ KDL-40EX501 This TV can easily be adjusted within the angle shown below. Adjust the angle left and right (swivel...) Top view 20° 20° 20° 20° Front Connecting the TV 5.1 Surround Sound System (KDL-32FA600 only) Refer to receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in...
...• It is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for details. Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV For KDL-55EX500/KDL-46EX500/KDL-40EX500/KDL-32EX500/KDL-55EX501/KDL-46EX501/ KDL-40EX501 This TV can easily be adjusted within the angle shown below. Adjust the angle left and right (swivel...) Top view 20° 20° 20° 20° Front Connecting the TV 5.1 Surround Sound System (KDL-32FA600 only) Refer to receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in...
Operating Instructions
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... Select to Photo, Music, Cinema, Game or Sports, Sound Mode is automatically set. (Continued) 21 General: No optimized picture and sound quality for any scene. Operating the TV • When you experience dynamic and clear sound just like at a concert. 6 Game: Broadens your game...-playing experience with superb picture and sound quality. 7 Graphics: Eases prolonged monitor viewing with...
... Select to Photo, Music, Cinema, Game or Sports, Sound Mode is automatically set. (Continued) 21 General: No optimized picture and sound quality for any scene. Operating the TV • When you experience dynamic and clear sound just like at a concert. 6 Game: Broadens your game...-playing experience with superb picture and sound quality. 7 Graphics: Eases prolonged monitor viewing with...
Operating Instructions
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Use with channel/program 8 information you are watching. Press again or press VOL + to select digital channels. qa qk qh TOOLS Press to mute the sound. To scan quickly through channels. The TV alternates between two channels and external inputs. qf qa MUTING qg qh qs POWER "/1 Press to display a... and forth between the current/last channel or external input selected. 22 Press ENT to display the banner with 0-9 and ENT to restore the sound. Press to turn on current input and content. The TOOLS menu items vary based on and off the TV. qf DISPLAY Press once to...
Use with channel/program 8 information you are watching. Press again or press VOL + to select digital channels. qa qk qh TOOLS Press to mute the sound. To scan quickly through channels. The TV alternates between two channels and external inputs. qf qa MUTING qg qh qs POWER "/1 Press to display a... and forth between the current/last channel or external input selected. 22 Press ENT to display the banner with 0-9 and ENT to restore the sound. Press to turn on current input and content. The TOOLS menu items vary based on and off the TV. qf DISPLAY Press once to...
Operating Instructions
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... when you switch the TV to standby mode. • Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only available for the connected Sony equipment that equipment when you switch the TV to standby mode. • Adjusts the volume (VOL +/-) and mutes the sound (MUTING) of your connected equipment. 1 Press MENU and select Settings, then select...
... when you switch the TV to standby mode. • Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only available for the connected Sony equipment that equipment when you switch the TV to standby mode. • Adjusts the volume (VOL +/-) and mutes the sound (MUTING) of your connected equipment. 1 Press MENU and select Settings, then select...
Operating Instructions
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You can also change the settings to output the sound to your favorite channels and inputs and select the signal type, as well as ...variety of TV settings and USB media files. Using the Menus The MENU button allows you can select may vary. Sound: customize your sound settings to them. Be sure to programming based on the screen. Parental Lock: set the password and limit access...icons. Eco: changes the settings related to fit your photo, music, and video files from Sony USB connected equipment. Photo The Photo, Music, and Video icons organize your viewing preference.
You can also change the settings to output the sound to your favorite channels and inputs and select the signal type, as well as ...variety of TV settings and USB media files. Using the Menus The MENU button allows you can select may vary. Sound: customize your sound settings to them. Be sure to programming based on the screen. Parental Lock: set the password and limit access...icons. Eco: changes the settings related to fit your photo, music, and video files from Sony USB connected equipment. Photo The Photo, Music, and Video icons organize your viewing preference.
Operating Instructions
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... a live sports contest. Using the Menus Using the Sound Settings Option Sound Mode Customized sound listening Reset Treble Bass Equalizer Balance Dolby Pro Logic II (KDL-32FA600 only) Surround (Except KDL32FA600) Test Tone (KDL-32FA600 only) Volume Offset Steady Sound Description Sets a sound mode. Select On to other inputs. Sound Mode includes options best suited for mono programs...
... a live sports contest. Using the Menus Using the Sound Settings Option Sound Mode Customized sound listening Reset Treble Bass Equalizer Balance Dolby Pro Logic II (KDL-32FA600 only) Surround (Except KDL32FA600) Test Tone (KDL-32FA600 only) Volume Offset Steady Sound Description Sets a sound mode. Select On to other inputs. Sound Mode includes options best suited for mono programs...
Operating Instructions
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... to use an external audio system for analog programs. • Alternate Audio is only available if the program is only available for the TV sound. Audio System Select to second audio programs when a signal is present, the TV remains in Stereo mode. By selecting this option you are ...disabling the TV speakers. • MTS Audio is broadcast with alternate audio streams. • You can also access Sound Mode, MTS Audio and Alternate Audio by using the TOOLS button on the remote control. 34 bilingual and mono Auto SAP programs Select to automatically...
... to use an external audio system for analog programs. • Alternate Audio is only available if the program is only available for the TV sound. Audio System Select to second audio programs when a signal is present, the TV remains in Stereo mode. By selecting this option you are ...disabling the TV speakers. • MTS Audio is broadcast with alternate audio streams. • You can also access Sound Mode, MTS Audio and Alternate Audio by using the TOOLS button on the remote control. 34 bilingual and mono Auto SAP programs Select to automatically...
Operating Instructions
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... Closed Captions (CC) is turned on when the TV is available on the Digital CC setting. CC1, CC2, Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects CC3, CC4 of a program. (Should be set to select basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options. CC Display On Closed Captions (CC) is turned...
... Closed Captions (CC) is turned on when the TV is available on the Digital CC setting. CC1, CC2, Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects CC3, CC4 of a program. (Should be set to select basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options. CC Display On Closed Captions (CC) is turned...
Operating Instructions
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Option Initial Setup Description If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you wish to return your TV to scan all receivable channels, select Initial Setup. Some settings such as Picture, Sound, and Parental Lock will be affected by this Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on page 55. • Favorite channel list will not be cleared each time you run the Initial Setup. 44 If you want to factory settings, please see the Troubleshooting section on the screen.
Option Initial Setup Description If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you wish to return your TV to scan all receivable channels, select Initial Setup. Some settings such as Picture, Sound, and Parental Lock will be affected by this Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on page 55. • Favorite channel list will not be cleared each time you run the Initial Setup. 44 If you want to factory settings, please see the Troubleshooting section on the screen.
Operating Instructions
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.... TV is locked to one channel • Perform Auto Program to enter a new password. The TV turns off , then back on the power of your Sony TV even after you to add receivable channels that Signal Type in the TV's memory (see pages 18 and 37). • To receive or select.... • To reset the TV to consider • Check the input selection by pressing the INPUT button. Troubleshooting Many of the poor pictures and poor sound conditions are not present in the Channel settings is correct for connections. press the MUTING button again or press VOL + to Cable (see page 42...
.... TV is locked to one channel • Perform Auto Program to enter a new password. The TV turns off , then back on the power of your Sony TV even after you to add receivable channels that Signal Type in the TV's memory (see pages 18 and 37). • To receive or select.... • To reset the TV to consider • Check the input selection by pressing the INPUT button. Troubleshooting Many of the poor pictures and poor sound conditions are not present in the Channel settings is correct for connections. press the MUTING button again or press VOL + to Cable (see page 42...
Operating Instructions
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...to Auto. (Continued) 53 See Quick Setup Guide (supplied) to display the best possible picture for BRAVIA Sync activated Theater System (see page 25). • Set Speakers to Audio System in the Sound settings (see page 34). • Verify that the Video/Component 1 Selection (page 42) is set...stripes No color / Dark picture / Color is not correct / The picture is too bright Noisy picture Blurry picture / Poor color No sound / Noisy sound No sound but good picture Audio noise No audio or low audio with Alternate Audio, the broadcaster may cause moisture condensation, resulting in a blurry ...
...to Auto. (Continued) 53 See Quick Setup Guide (supplied) to display the best possible picture for BRAVIA Sync activated Theater System (see page 25). • Set Speakers to Audio System in the Sound settings (see page 34). • Verify that the Video/Component 1 Selection (page 42) is set...stripes No color / Dark picture / Color is not correct / The picture is too bright Noisy picture Blurry picture / Poor color No sound / Noisy sound No sound but good picture Audio noise No audio or low audio with Alternate Audio, the broadcaster may cause moisture condensation, resulting in a blurry ...
Operating Instructions
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... Settings Channel 37 Eco 45 Parental Lock 38 Picture 31 Screen 35 Setup 41 Sound 33 Sharpness 31 Show/Hide Channels 37 Signal Type 37 Sleep Timer 42 Sound Mode 33 Speaker 24 Speakers 34 Standby (1) LED 24 Steady Sound 33 SUBWOOFER jack 9 Surround 33 T Test Tone 33 Timer ( ) LED 24 TOOLS 22... 37 AUDIO OUT jack, described 9 Auto Adjustment 36 Auto Program 18, 37 Auto Shut Off 45 Auto Wide 35 B Backlight 31 Balance 33 Bass 33 BRAVIA Sync buttons 20 Brightness 31 C CABLE/ANTENNA input, described 8 CC button 20 CH +/- button 22, 24 Change Password 38 Channel Block 38 CineMotion 31 Closed...
... Settings Channel 37 Eco 45 Parental Lock 38 Picture 31 Screen 35 Setup 41 Sound 33 Sharpness 31 Show/Hide Channels 37 Signal Type 37 Sleep Timer 42 Sound Mode 33 Speaker 24 Speakers 34 Standby (1) LED 24 Steady Sound 33 SUBWOOFER jack 9 Surround 33 T Test Tone 33 Timer ( ) LED 24 TOOLS 22... 37 AUDIO OUT jack, described 9 Auto Adjustment 36 Auto Program 18, 37 Auto Shut Off 45 Auto Wide 35 B Backlight 31 Balance 33 Bass 33 BRAVIA Sync buttons 20 Brightness 31 C CABLE/ANTENNA input, described 8 CC button 20 CH +/- button 22, 24 Change Password 38 Channel Block 38 CineMotion 31 Closed...
Quick Setup Guide
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... Setup Analog Channels Found: 106 Digital Chennels Found: 24 Searching... Start auto program now? Refer to cancel. Sony wall-mounting brackets are displayed on super-high-resolution Bluray Disc™. Initial Setup First please connect cable or ... content. Customize Sound and Picture Quality You can only be able to components such as the quality of your preference. KDL-60EX500 / 55EX500 / 55EX501 / 46EX400 / 46EX401 / 46EX500 KDL-46EX501 / 40EX400 / 40EX401 / 40EX500 / 40EX501 / 32EX301 KDL-32EX400 / 32EX500 1 Your New BRAVIA® LCD HDTV Congratulations! You...
... Setup Analog Channels Found: 106 Digital Chennels Found: 24 Searching... Start auto program now? Refer to cancel. Sony wall-mounting brackets are displayed on super-high-resolution Bluray Disc™. Initial Setup First please connect cable or ... content. Customize Sound and Picture Quality You can only be able to components such as the quality of your preference. KDL-60EX500 / 55EX500 / 55EX501 / 46EX400 / 46EX401 / 46EX500 KDL-46EX501 / 40EX400 / 40EX401 / 40EX500 / 40EX501 / 32EX301 KDL-32EX400 / 32EX500 1 Your New BRAVIA® LCD HDTV Congratulations! You...
Marketing Specifications
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... resolution, and take full advantage of your TV's backlight based on a room's lighting. including BRAVIA® HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc™ Players, surround sound systems, Handycam® camcorders and Cyber-shot® digital still cameras, all with seven HD ...8482; controls compatible devices w/ one remote control. Motionflow™ 120Hz Technology Experience smooth motion detail and clarity with the BRAVIA Engine™ 2 fully digital processor. KDL-55EX500 Key Features Full HD 1080p Resolution Motionflow™ 120Hz Technology for photos, music & video playback2 7 HD Inputs (4...
... resolution, and take full advantage of your TV's backlight based on a room's lighting. including BRAVIA® HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc™ Players, surround sound systems, Handycam® camcorders and Cyber-shot® digital still cameras, all with seven HD ...8482; controls compatible devices w/ one remote control. Motionflow™ 120Hz Technology Experience smooth motion detail and clarity with the BRAVIA Engine™ 2 fully digital processor. KDL-55EX500 Key Features Full HD 1080p Resolution Motionflow™ 120Hz Technology for photos, music & video playback2 7 HD Inputs (4...
Marketing Specifications
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... written permission is prohibited. KDL-55EX500 Features General Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital Finish (Surface Color): PianoBlack HDMI™ InstaPort: Yes Display Backlight Type: CCFL Display Device: LCD Video Video Processing: BRAVIA Engine 2™ Technology CineMotion...Technology: Yes Audio Auto SAP: Yes Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes Steady Sound® Automatic Volume Control: Yes Audio Out: Fixed Stereo System: MTS Dolby®...other trademarks are subject to resolutions supported by both the PC and the Sony TV. USB device must be formatted FAT-32. 3. Reproduction in ...
... written permission is prohibited. KDL-55EX500 Features General Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital Finish (Surface Color): PianoBlack HDMI™ InstaPort: Yes Display Backlight Type: CCFL Display Device: LCD Video Video Processing: BRAVIA Engine 2™ Technology CineMotion...Technology: Yes Audio Auto SAP: Yes Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes Steady Sound® Automatic Volume Control: Yes Audio Out: Fixed Stereo System: MTS Dolby®...other trademarks are subject to resolutions supported by both the PC and the Sony TV. USB device must be formatted FAT-32. 3. Reproduction in ...