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LCD TV Operating Instructions 4-418-730-11(1) Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Getting Started Operating the TV Using Features Using the Menus Other Information KDL-55EX640/46EX640/40EX640 Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: http://www.sony.ca/support United States 1.800.222.SONY Canada 1.877.899.SONY Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store
LCD TV Operating Instructions 4-418-730-11(1) Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Getting Started Operating the TV Using Features Using the Menus Other Information KDL-55EX640/46EX640/40EX640 Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: http://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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... trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries. Opera® Browser from Dolby Laboratories. Depending upon your Sony dealer regarding this TV (i.e. CAUTION To prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use strong solvents such as a thinner, alcohol or benzine for cleaning...provided on 110-240 V AC (USA/Canada 120 V AC). ❑ Avoid operating the TV at the side and rear of the TV. Wi-Fi Protected Access ™ (WPA) is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Model Name Serial No. Patent No. 6,816,141 Manufactured under license from...
... trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries. Opera® Browser from Dolby Laboratories. Depending upon your Sony dealer regarding this TV (i.e. CAUTION To prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use strong solvents such as a thinner, alcohol or benzine for cleaning...provided on 110-240 V AC (USA/Canada 120 V AC). ❑ Avoid operating the TV at the side and rear of the TV. Wi-Fi Protected Access ™ (WPA) is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Model Name Serial No. Patent No. 6,816,141 Manufactured under license from...
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...24 Remote Control Button Description 25 TV Controls and Indicators 28 Using Features BRAVIA® Sync™ with Your BRAVIA 4 The Four Steps to the Internet . . . . . 44 Adjusting the Server Display Settings. . . . . . 44 Browsing Websites 45 Enjoying Sony Entertainment Network . . . . .... 45 Enjoying Yahoo! Widgets 46 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 48 Using the Picture Settings 50 Using the Sound Settings 52 Using the Screen Settings 54 Using ...
...24 Remote Control Button Description 25 TV Controls and Indicators 28 Using Features BRAVIA® Sync™ with Your BRAVIA 4 The Four Steps to the Internet . . . . . 44 Adjusting the Server Display Settings. . . . . . 44 Browsing Websites 45 Enjoying Sony Entertainment Network . . . . .... 45 Enjoying Yahoo! Widgets 46 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 48 Using the Picture Settings 50 Using the Sound Settings 52 Using the Screen Settings 54 Using ...
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...detailed information about safety, regulatory and specifications of the USB Wireless LAN adapter. Operating Instructions Provides the most out of your TV. Experiencing Stunning HD with sample connection diagrams. Operating Instructions for choosing this information prior to HD programming. 4 Safety Booklet...precautionary measures to keep you need access to HD programming. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you and your TV safe. Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. ® Introducing Your New BRAVIA Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®...
...detailed information about safety, regulatory and specifications of the USB Wireless LAN adapter. Operating Instructions Provides the most out of your TV. Experiencing Stunning HD with sample connection diagrams. Operating Instructions for choosing this information prior to HD programming. 4 Safety Booklet...precautionary measures to keep you need access to HD programming. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you and your TV safe. Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. ® Introducing Your New BRAVIA Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®...
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...signal to a standard analog signal, you will notice a big difference in Picture): You can work on your PC and watch your favorite TV program simultaneously (page 31). ➢ PAP (Picture and Picture) You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement, and high-impact visuals... from DLNA Certified™ networked equipment or Sony USB equipment (page 35). ➢ PIP (Picture in picture quality. TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 30). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility...
...signal to a standard analog signal, you will notice a big difference in Picture): You can work on your PC and watch your favorite TV program simultaneously (page 31). ➢ PAP (Picture and Picture) You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement, and high-impact visuals... from DLNA Certified™ networked equipment or Sony USB equipment (page 35). ➢ PIP (Picture in picture quality. TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 30). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility...
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... the most suitable picture and sound settings based on DLNA Certified™ media servers. TV Widgets bring the best of the Internet to your TV (page 45). ➢ Browser: Allows you to your TV (page 46). photo/music/video files) stored on the scenes for the best quality result for the contents genre...
... the most suitable picture and sound settings based on DLNA Certified™ media servers. TV Widgets bring the best of the Internet to your TV (page 45). ➢ Browser: Allows you to your TV (page 46). photo/music/video files) stored on the scenes for the best quality result for the contents genre...
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...you will need to avoid damage. • Ensure your TV: • Disconnect all cables when carrying the TV. • Carry the TV with the TV. larger size TVs require two or more people. • Correct hand placement while carrying the TV is very important for the attachment instructions provided with the ...a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to show poor picture and/or poor color. Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to complete the task. Should this occur, allow moisture to a warm area. Be sure to consider the following while setting up your...
...you will need to avoid damage. • Ensure your TV: • Disconnect all cables when carrying the TV. • Carry the TV with the TV. larger size TVs require two or more people. • Correct hand placement while carrying the TV is very important for the attachment instructions provided with the ...a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to show poor picture and/or poor color. Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to complete the task. Should this occur, allow moisture to a warm area. Be sure to consider the following while setting up your...
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... proper attachment. • Do not put stress on the Table-Top Stand. Guide pins • Align the TV from the top, slide it in until the guide pins cannot be seen. 2 Fix the TV to the Table-Top Stand using an electric screwdriver, set on the LCD panel or the frame around... the screen. • Be careful to not pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV set to the supplied Table-Top Stand leaflet for securing the Table-Top Stand. • If using the supplied screws. Top Stand. 1 Place the...
... proper attachment. • Do not put stress on the Table-Top Stand. Guide pins • Align the TV from the top, slide it in until the guide pins cannot be seen. 2 Fix the TV to the Table-Top Stand using an electric screwdriver, set on the LCD panel or the frame around... the screen. • Be careful to not pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV set to the supplied Table-Top Stand leaflet for securing the Table-Top Stand. • If using the supplied screws. Top Stand. 1 Place the...
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Getting Started Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV, remove the screws fixed in a safe place, keeping them away from children. &#...be sure to fasten the screws (previously removed) to install corresponding accessories on the TV. • When removing the Table-Top Stand from the rear of the TV. 9 Be sure to store the removed screws in step 2. • Do... not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than the TV. • To prevent damaging the surface of the LCD display, make sure to place a soft cloth on...
Getting Started Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV, remove the screws fixed in a safe place, keeping them away from children. &#...be sure to fasten the screws (previously removed) to install corresponding accessories on the TV. • When removing the Table-Top Stand from the rear of the TV. 9 Be sure to store the removed screws in step 2. • Do... not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than the TV. • To prevent damaging the surface of the LCD display, make sure to place a soft cloth on...
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Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV This TV can be adjusted within the angles as illustrated. x Angle Adjustment (Swivel) • When adjusting the angle, hold the stand with one hand to avoid having the stand slip or TV tip over. *15° *15° *15° *15° * The angle is approximate value. 10
Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV This TV can be adjusted within the angles as illustrated. x Angle Adjustment (Swivel) • When adjusting the angle, hold the stand with one hand to avoid having the stand slip or TV tip over. *15° *15° *15° *15° * The angle is approximate value. 10
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...be necessary to a personal computer's video and audio output connector. For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may need to adjust the TV settings or your PC to - Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear Panel Side Panel Getting Started Item Description 1 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to ...supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. Use a DVI-to this TV. 3, 9 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player...
...be necessary to a personal computer's video and audio output connector. For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may need to adjust the TV settings or your PC to - Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear Panel Side Panel Getting Started Item Description 1 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to ...supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. Use a DVI-to this TV. 3, 9 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player...
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...can auto detect and switch between the VIDEO 1 and COMPONENT when VIDEO 1 or COMPONENT is available only with HDMI connection. 12 Connects to your TV's audio through your stereo system. You can enjoy contents stored in AV Setup then set to Auto. For component connection, use audio L (mono...view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is connected. If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output port to the TV's L (MONO) audio input port. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is available as a component video input (COMPONENT). For ...
...can auto detect and switch between the VIDEO 1 and COMPONENT when VIDEO 1 or COMPONENT is available only with HDMI connection. 12 Connects to your TV's audio through your stereo system. You can enjoy contents stored in AV Setup then set to Auto. For component connection, use audio L (mono...view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is connected. If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output port to the TV's L (MONO) audio input port. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is available as a component video input (COMPONENT). For ...
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... A 300-ohm twin lead cable can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in signal degradation. Getting Started Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can easily be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in your input signal (page 56). 13... x Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • It is capable of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to switch between the cable and over-theair antenna programming...
... A 300-ohm twin lead cable can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in signal degradation. Getting Started Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can easily be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in your input signal (page 56). 13... x Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • It is capable of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to switch between the cable and over-theair antenna programming...
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...cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box HDMI cable x Shown with audio) input located on the back of your TV via the HDMI or component video (with DVI Connection Rear of TV DVI-to-HDMI cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) ...14 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to your TV. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to a high-definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service.
...cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box HDMI cable x Shown with audio) input located on the back of your TV via the HDMI or component video (with DVI Connection Rear of TV DVI-to-HDMI cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) ...14 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to your TV. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to a high-definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service.
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For details, see page 11. 15 Getting Started x Shown with Component Connection Rear of TV CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) PR (red) PB (blue) Y (green) Component video cable Audio cable • If your equipment has a DVI output and not an HDMI output, connect the DVI output to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) and connect the audio output to the AUDIO IN of PC IN.
For details, see page 11. 15 Getting Started x Shown with Component Connection Rear of TV CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) PR (red) PB (blue) Y (green) Component video cable Audio cable • If your equipment has a DVI output and not an HDMI output, connect the DVI output to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) and connect the audio output to the AUDIO IN of PC IN.
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PC Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable connection as shown below. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using an HD15-HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable (page 11). 16
PC Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable connection as shown below. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using an HD15-HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable (page 11). 16
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Connecting Other Equipment Blu-ray Disc Player/"PS3" DVD player Digital satellite Digital receiver cable box Audio system Digital audio equipment (A/V Receiver/ Home Theater) Personal computer USB Getting Started Router/ Modem Analog audio Digital equipment recorder (A/V Receiver/ HomeTheater) CABLE/ ANTENNA VCR/Game system/ Camcorder • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 17
Connecting Other Equipment Blu-ray Disc Player/"PS3" DVD player Digital satellite Digital receiver cable box Audio system Digital audio equipment (A/V Receiver/ Home Theater) Personal computer USB Getting Started Router/ Modem Analog audio Digital equipment recorder (A/V Receiver/ HomeTheater) CABLE/ ANTENNA VCR/Game system/ Camcorder • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 17
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... Installed with stand 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) Leave at least this much space around the TV as follows: Air circulation is blocked. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can lead to overheating of the... TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 18 When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below . Allow enough space around the set as shown ...
... Installed with stand 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) Leave at least this much space around the TV as follows: Air circulation is blocked. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can lead to overheating of the... TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 18 When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below . Allow enough space around the set as shown ...
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... not allow children to curious children. Getting Started Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to a TV stand (not supplied). 1 Secure the stand for the TV. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Make sure the TV stand can easily be used as steps, such as a chest...
... not allow children to curious children. Getting Started Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to a TV stand (not supplied). 1 Secure the stand for the TV. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Make sure the TV stand can easily be used as steps, such as a chest...
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... or chain diameter. Wall-mount holes Wall-anchor (not supplied) Anchor bolts (not supplied) Rope or chain (not supplied) • Contact Sony Customer Support to secure the TV is no excess slack in the rope or chain. For further protection, be sure to the stand. For United States call: 1-800-488...-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 • Securing the TV to the stand without securing the TV and the stand to the wall. Please refer to right illustration. 6-8 mm Screw M4 rope or ...
... or chain diameter. Wall-mount holes Wall-anchor (not supplied) Anchor bolts (not supplied) Rope or chain (not supplied) • Contact Sony Customer Support to secure the TV is no excess slack in the rope or chain. For further protection, be sure to the stand. For United States call: 1-800-488...-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 • Securing the TV to the stand without securing the TV and the stand to the wall. Please refer to right illustration. 6-8 mm Screw M4 rope or ...
