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...-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/registration 3 Connecting the TV 12 Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System 12 Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System 12 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box 12 PC 14 Other Equipment 15 4. Setting Up the Channel List - Installing the...
...-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/registration 3 Connecting the TV 12 Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System 12 Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System 12 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box 12 PC 14 Other Equipment 15 4. Setting Up the Channel List - Installing the...
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...setup connections. High-definition and standard-definition signals are transmitted with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of the image). The 16:9 fills your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to connect other HD compatible external equipment Contact your ...BRAVIA TV is displayed on an HDTV, you see on your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. To experience the...
...setup connections. High-definition and standard-definition signals are transmitted with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of the image). The 16:9 fills your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to connect other HD compatible external equipment Contact your ...BRAVIA TV is displayed on an HDTV, you see on your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. To experience the...
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... required for the 32 class, 37, 40, 42, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-XBR6, V and W series models with screen size measured diagonally. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of this TV (i.e. Your BRAVIA TV is an easy way to access the TV settings for customization options). • TV Channels: TV Guide On Screen™ and available channels...
... required for the 32 class, 37, 40, 42, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-XBR6, V and W series models with screen size measured diagonally. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of this TV (i.e. Your BRAVIA TV is an easy way to access the TV settings for customization options). • TV Channels: TV Guide On Screen™ and available channels...
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... screws are designed so that you are ready to the Table-Top Stand. Do not attempt to lift the TV by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. • Sufficient expertise is required in installing this page to remove the Table-Top Stand. • Be sure to store the ... the Wall-Mount Bracket compatible with the Wall-Mount Bracket when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc. 8-12 mm • Models KDL-32/37XBR6, KDL-40V4150, KDL-40/42/46V4100, KDL-40/46W4100 and KDL-46W4150 can be performed by yourself. • Shown here is used...
... screws are designed so that you are ready to the Table-Top Stand. Do not attempt to lift the TV by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. • Sufficient expertise is required in installing this page to remove the Table-Top Stand. • Be sure to store the ... the Wall-Mount Bracket compatible with the Wall-Mount Bracket when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc. 8-12 mm • Models KDL-32/37XBR6, KDL-40V4150, KDL-40/42/46V4100, KDL-40/46W4100 and KDL-46W4150 can be performed by yourself. • Shown here is used...
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...of a reflective material. 8 Should this much space around the TV as illustrated below. Avoid operating the TV at least this occur, please wait a few hours to allow the moisture to evaporate before powering on the TV. Never install the TV set . Installed with stand 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 ...inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) • When moving the TV from the ceiling or cover the windows that your TV or cause a fire. Installed on...
...of a reflective material. 8 Should this much space around the TV as illustrated below. Avoid operating the TV at least this occur, please wait a few hours to allow the moisture to evaporate before powering on the TV. Never install the TV set . Installed with stand 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 ...inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) • When moving the TV from the ceiling or cover the windows that your TV or cause a fire. Installed on...
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s Avoid placing or hanging items on furniture and TV sets. s Route all three measures recommended above. 9 Use two angle braces (not supplied) ...through the wall-anchor, then attach to the other side to play or climb on the TV. 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 ... slack in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used as steps, such as a chest of the TV. Make sure that can adequately support the weight of drawers. Anchor bolt Screw...
s Avoid placing or hanging items on furniture and TV sets. s Route all three measures recommended above. 9 Use two angle braces (not supplied) ...through the wall-anchor, then attach to the other side to play or climb on the TV. 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 ... slack in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used as steps, such as a chest of the TV. Make sure that can adequately support the weight of drawers. Anchor bolt Screw...
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Getting Started Item 1 VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO Description Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of Screen settings on page 36. You can be displayed. ~ • For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be connected to a personal computer's video and audio output ...connector (see page 14). If both composite video and S VIDEO are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 6 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. Connects to your A/V equipment. ~ • If you are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority. Can also be necessary to use ...
Getting Started Item 1 VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO Description Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of Screen settings on page 36. You can be displayed. ~ • For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be connected to a personal computer's video and audio output ...connector (see page 14). If both composite video and S VIDEO are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 6 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. Connects to your A/V equipment. ~ • If you are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority. Can also be necessary to use ...
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...CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to your TV. Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standarddefinition digital programming (if available in the Channel settings for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF ...capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for the type of TV B CABLE/ANTENNA ~ • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to Cable or Antenna in your area) along with standard-definition analog programming. ~ • This TV is strongly recommended that you connect this equipment to receive...
...CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to your TV. Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standarddefinition digital programming (if available in the Channel settings for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF ...capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for the type of TV B CABLE/ANTENNA ~ • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to Cable or Antenna in your area) along with standard-definition analog programming. ~ • This TV is strongly recommended that you connect this equipment to receive...
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.... In plug and play, signals with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to Full Pixel. 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 the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of the above chart with a 60 Hz.... (PC reboot may be necessary.) 14 * The 1080p timing when applied to HD15 cable as a video timing and not PC timing. This affects Picture settings, Wide Mode settings, and PIP function. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be treated as shown below .
.... In plug and play, signals with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to Full Pixel. 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 the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of the above chart with a 60 Hz.... (PC reboot may be necessary.) 14 * The 1080p timing when applied to HD15 cable as a video timing and not PC timing. This affects Picture settings, Wide Mode settings, and PIP function. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be treated as shown below .
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...by pressing OPTIONS on how to highlight options where applicable. This TV features an electronic program guide. s To Display TV Guide On Screen Press GUIDE. 16 If you to use the TV Guide On Screen. see page 35). 4 Set the date and time. Begin your cable connections (refer to...preceding pages and the Quick Setup Guide provided separately) before proceeding with the Alternate Audio feature. Setting Up the Channel List - using your TV will be able to view a guide of up to set up the electronic program guide. The Alternate Audio option may take longer) for details. •...
...by pressing OPTIONS on how to highlight options where applicable. This TV features an electronic program guide. s To Display TV Guide On Screen Press GUIDE. 16 If you to use the TV Guide On Screen. see page 35). 4 Set the date and time. Begin your cable connections (refer to...preceding pages and the Quick Setup Guide provided separately) before proceeding with the Alternate Audio feature. Setting Up the Channel List - using your TV will be able to view a guide of up to set up the electronic program guide. The Alternate Audio option may take longer) for details. •...
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... on page 42. Select Yes to cancel or No to resume Auto Program. 17 To run Auto Program, see page 37. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 37. (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...
... on page 42. Select Yes to cancel or No to resume Auto Program. 17 To run Auto Program, see page 37. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 37. (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...
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...Select the HDMI device and then press SYNC MENU to display the menu of your TV (see page 25 for details). 4 CC Press to turn on, turn on page 26. (Continued) 19 The picture settings will be set for HDMI equipment). X PAUSE: Press to exit from the Favorites menu. Your... Control for HDMI equipment). For instructions on before shutting off the Closed Captions (CC). To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP 4 repeatedly until the TV displays the time in a few seconds or press again to your BRAVIA Sync audio system. m (fast reverse): Press to display the Favorites menu...
...Select the HDMI device and then press SYNC MENU to display the menu of your TV (see page 25 for details). 4 CC Press to turn on, turn on page 26. (Continued) 19 The picture settings will be set for HDMI equipment). X PAUSE: Press to exit from the Favorites menu. Your... Control for HDMI equipment). For instructions on before shutting off the Closed Captions (CC). To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP 4 repeatedly until the TV displays the time in a few seconds or press again to your BRAVIA Sync audio system. m (fast reverse): Press to display the Favorites menu...
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...screen when displaying menu items and settings. qg FREEZE Press once to toggle through the inputs. ~ • See page 41 on and off the TV. Press repeatedly to display a frozen image with 0-9 and ENT to access the TV Home Menu items such as the TV Settings, TV channels and External Inputs list (...see pages 5 and 29). Press to display the TV Home Menu/XMB™ to select digital channels. See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for more information. Press ENT to...
...screen when displaying menu items and settings. qg FREEZE Press once to toggle through the inputs. ~ • See page 41 on and off the TV. Press repeatedly to display a frozen image with 0-9 and ENT to access the TV Home Menu items such as the TV Settings, TV channels and External Inputs list (...see pages 5 and 29). Press to display the TV Home Menu/XMB™ to select digital channels. See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for more information. Press ENT to...
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For details, see Picture settings on the current mode.) The picture modes can also be accessed in ..., Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, PhotoCustom, Video, Text. (Available options depend on page 32. (Continued) 21 Operating the TV Button Description qk OPTIONS Press to Favorites/ Remove from Favorites See page 24 qk MTS See page 34 Alternate Audio See page... 35 ql Digital Rating See page 39 Background TV See page 25 Device Control See page 41 ql PICTURE ~ • The Digital Rating and Alternate Audio options...
For details, see Picture settings on the current mode.) The picture modes can also be accessed in ..., Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, PhotoCustom, Video, Text. (Available options depend on page 32. (Continued) 21 Operating the TV Button Description qk OPTIONS Press to Favorites/ Remove from Favorites See page 24 qk MTS See page 34 Alternate Audio See page... 35 ql Digital Rating See page 39 Background TV See page 25 Device Control See page 41 ql PICTURE ~ • The Digital Rating and Alternate Audio options...
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... 22 Full Full w; ws JUMP Press to scan through channels, press and hold down either +/-. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen settings (see pages 35 and 36). To scan quickly through channels. WIDE Description Press repeatedly to jump back and forth between...215; 600 1,280 × 768 m Normal m Normal Full 1 Full 1 Full 2 Full 2 wz CH +/- H Stretch H Stretch This mode is not available. The TV alternates between two channels. Press to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, H Stretch, Zoom. Button w;
... 22 Full Full w; ws JUMP Press to scan through channels, press and hold down either +/-. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen settings (see pages 35 and 36). To scan quickly through channels. WIDE Description Press repeatedly to jump back and forth between...215; 600 1,280 × 768 m Normal m Normal Full 1 Full 1 Full 2 Full 2 wz CH +/- H Stretch H Stretch This mode is not available. The TV alternates between two channels. Press to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, H Stretch, Zoom. Button w;
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... the TV is turned on. 7 SONY Logo Illumination The Sony logo will remain lit even if the TV is turned off the logo illumination, for details see page 31 (Timer) and page 42 (Picture Off). 4 STANDBY LED Lights up in green when the Picture Off feature is in orange when the timer is set , this...
... the TV is turned on. 7 SONY Logo Illumination The Sony logo will remain lit even if the TV is turned off the logo illumination, for details see page 31 (Timer) and page 42 (Picture Off). 4 STANDBY LED Lights up in green when the Picture Off feature is in orange when the timer is set , this...
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...and inputs list, highlight the list in a carousel-like fashion. 2 When the recently viewed channels and inputs are also cleared when the TV is powered off. Displaying Favorites Press FAVORITES. Adding to Favorites 1 While tuned to a channel or input you wish to remove, press... OPTIONS. 2 Press V/v to factory default settings (see page 42). 24 Exploring Fun Features Favorites With Favorites, you enter Favorites, the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted. • Background TV themes and some inputs are automatically saved into Favorites as a factory...
...and inputs list, highlight the list in a carousel-like fashion. 2 When the recently viewed channels and inputs are also cleared when the TV is powered off. Displaying Favorites Press FAVORITES. Adding to Favorites 1 While tuned to a channel or input you wish to remove, press... OPTIONS. 2 Press V/v to factory default settings (see page 42). 24 Exploring Fun Features Favorites With Favorites, you enter Favorites, the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted. • Background TV themes and some inputs are automatically saved into Favorites as a factory...
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... information on how to set up this TV communicates with the TV documentation. Available options using the selected Background TV theme. 5 Press RETURN to exit the Background TV and return to the current channel or input. ~ • Background TV themes may also be set up in the Quick Setup Guide provided with other Sony equipment supporting the Control...
... information on how to set up this TV communicates with the TV documentation. Available options using the selected Background TV theme. 5 Press RETURN to exit the Background TV and return to the current channel or input. ~ • Background TV themes may also be set up in the Quick Setup Guide provided with other Sony equipment supporting the Control...
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... airing now, press to narrow your search option. Exploring Fun Features 27 Do This... Press V/v to watch. Customizing the TV Guide On Screen system settings Highlight SETUP on and then press . When the changes are made, select done and press . The Grid Options can be used to... remain on a single channel (locked) or change default options, display setup progress and diagnostics information. Lock/unlock video Allows you to set the Video Window display to re-sort the channel display numerically. Press then press B/b to display the Listings Options in Service Bar, press...
... airing now, press to narrow your search option. Exploring Fun Features 27 Do This... Press V/v to watch. Customizing the TV Guide On Screen system settings Highlight SETUP on and then press . When the changes are made, select done and press . The Grid Options can be used to... remain on a single channel (locked) or change default options, display setup progress and diagnostics information. Lock/unlock video Allows you to set the Video Window display to re-sort the channel display numerically. Press then press B/b to display the Listings Options in Service Bar, press...
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... 41. 29 Watching TV Navigate through the channel list or select the TV Guide On Screen icon located at the top of TV features. Inputs Assign a label using the 0-9 or CH+/- Using TV Settings Product Support Clock/Timers Settings The XMB™ ...TV the channel list to access the TV Home Menu on pages 20 and 22). 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. TV Media Category Icons Settings Adjusting TV Settings Customize the TV settings with Settings...
... 41. 29 Watching TV Navigate through the channel list or select the TV Guide On Screen icon located at the top of TV features. Inputs Assign a label using the 0-9 or CH+/- Using TV Settings Product Support Clock/Timers Settings The XMB™ ...TV the channel list to access the TV Home Menu on pages 20 and 22). 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. TV Media Category Icons Settings Adjusting TV Settings Customize the TV settings with Settings...