Operating Instructions
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... the separation between the equipment and receiver. KDL-40VL160 KDL-46VL160 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. "BRAVIA" and , S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, , DMex, MICRO VAULT, and "x.v. In the United States, TV Guide and other data in connection with Canadian ICES-003. and/or one of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Color" are designed to them whenever you to receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription service to environmental considerations. Refer to...
... the separation between the equipment and receiver. KDL-40VL160 KDL-46VL160 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. "BRAVIA" and , S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, , DMex, MICRO VAULT, and "x.v. In the United States, TV Guide and other data in connection with Canadian ICES-003. and/or one of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Color" are designed to them whenever you to receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription service to environmental considerations. Refer to...
Operating Instructions
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... DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 37 Using P&P and PIP Features 38 To Enter P&P and PIP 38 To Change Inputs or Channels (P&P)..........38 To Change Channels (PIP 38 To Exit from P&P and PIP 38 Using TV Settings Media Category Icons 39 Adjusting TV Settings 39 Viewing Photos 39 Listening to Music 39 Watching TV 39 Accessing External Inputs 39 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 40 TV Settings Descriptions 41 Product Support 41 Clock/Timers Settings 41 Picture Settings 42 Sound Settings 44 Screen Settings 45 Channel Settings 47 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings 48 Parental Lock...
... DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 37 Using P&P and PIP Features 38 To Enter P&P and PIP 38 To Change Inputs or Channels (P&P)..........38 To Change Channels (PIP 38 To Exit from P&P and PIP 38 Using TV Settings Media Category Icons 39 Adjusting TV Settings 39 Viewing Photos 39 Listening to Music 39 Watching TV 39 Accessing External Inputs 39 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 40 TV Settings Descriptions 41 Product Support 41 Clock/Timers Settings 41 Picture Settings 42 Sound Settings 44 Screen Settings 45 Channel Settings 47 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings 48 Parental Lock...
Operating Instructions
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... HOME button on the vertical Category Object Bar. • External Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other options (see page 41 for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL160 series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5 Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may exceed the limits required for the ENERGY STAR qualification. ~ • This manual is an easy way to access the TV settings for customizing, making adjustments, viewing...
... HOME button on the vertical Category Object Bar. • External Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other options (see page 41 for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL160 series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5 Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may exceed the limits required for the ENERGY STAR qualification. ~ • This manual is an easy way to access the TV settings for customizing, making adjustments, viewing...
Operating Instructions
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... a wall using a WallMount Bracket or placed on a level and stable surface. Do not subject the TV to place on a TV stand. 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from the bottom center. ~ • Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the screen. • Be careful to the Table-Top Stand. 6 Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket • Installation against a wall or enclosed area • Bundling the connecting cables...
... a wall using a WallMount Bracket or placed on a level and stable surface. Do not subject the TV to place on a TV stand. 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from the bottom center. ~ • Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the screen. • Be careful to the Table-Top Stand. 6 Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket • Installation against a wall or enclosed area • Bundling the connecting cables...
Operating Instructions
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... following recommended measures. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with opaque drapery. • Install the TV in a room where the floor and walls are not accessible to a wall and/or stand. Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables as a chest of drawers. s Avoid placing or hanging items on furniture and TV sets. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures...
... following recommended measures. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with opaque drapery. • Install the TV in a room where the floor and walls are not accessible to a wall and/or stand. Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables as a chest of drawers. s Avoid placing or hanging items on furniture and TV sets. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures...
Operating Instructions
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... of Screen settings on your A/V equipment. ~ • If you are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 7 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of your cable or VHF/UHF antenna. This USB port is for the signals that bears the HDMI logo. • When connecting a DVI-equipped PC to an HDMI jack, also connect an Audio cable between this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. Connect the supplied power cord to AC IN and the nearest wall...
... of Screen settings on your A/V equipment. ~ • If you are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 7 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of your cable or VHF/UHF antenna. This USB port is for the signals that bears the HDMI logo. • When connecting a DVI-equipped PC to an HDMI jack, also connect an Audio cable between this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. Connect the supplied power cord to AC IN and the nearest wall...
Operating Instructions
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... Mode settings, and PIP function. In plug and play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be necessary.) * The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input will be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of the above PC input signals to display on the television. • For the best picture quality, it is connected to the TV...
... Mode settings, and PIP function. In plug and play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be necessary.) * The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input will be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of the above PC input signals to display on the television. • For the best picture quality, it is connected to the TV...
Operating Instructions
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... Screen. ~ • Enabling the TV Guide On Screen feature will scan for details. • If the language that you have selected in Download Acquisition Mode (DAM), see a confirmation screen with the Alternate Audio feature. Language settings will apply to on screen display as well as an Alternate Audio language, your TV will display this screen and prompt you receive channels from the signal source directly connected to avoid accidental input change while using the CABLE/ ANTENNA input...
... Screen. ~ • Enabling the TV Guide On Screen feature will scan for details. • If the language that you have selected in Download Acquisition Mode (DAM), see a confirmation screen with the Alternate Audio feature. Language settings will apply to on screen display as well as an Alternate Audio language, your TV will display this screen and prompt you receive channels from the signal source directly connected to avoid accidental input change while using the CABLE/ ANTENNA input...
Operating Instructions
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... "Programming the Remote Control". These buttons can select the banner size based on the remote may not be programmed to the DVD, AMP, or STB FUNCTION buttons of your TV (see page 37 for HDMI device is selected, the buttons can also be accessed in fast forward mode. See page 26 for HDMI equipment). Remote Control Button Description 1 2 3 4 DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP 5 6 THEATER SOUND PICTURE...
... "Programming the Remote Control". These buttons can select the banner size based on the remote may not be programmed to the DVD, AMP, or STB FUNCTION buttons of your TV (see page 37 for HDMI device is selected, the buttons can also be accessed in fast forward mode. See page 26 for HDMI equipment). Remote Control Button Description 1 2 3 4 DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP 5 6 THEATER SOUND PICTURE...
Operating Instructions
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... current program to Favorites/ Remove from Favorites See page 38 See page 46 See page 29 MTS See page 45 Alternate Audio See page 45 Digital Rating Background TV Motion Enhancer Device Control Device Control (Menu) for Closed Captions (CC): On, Off, and On with the frozen image. Press to display a list of External Inputs and TV mode. Freeze Operating the TV PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP Current program Frozen picture THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE...
... current program to Favorites/ Remove from Favorites See page 38 See page 46 See page 29 MTS See page 45 Alternate Audio See page 45 Digital Rating Background TV Motion Enhancer Device Control Device Control (Menu) for Closed Captions (CC): On, Off, and On with the frozen image. Press to display a list of External Inputs and TV mode. Freeze Operating the TV PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP Current program Frozen picture THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE...
Operating Instructions
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..., the system outputs a composite video signal. • Check compatibility between portable player and the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • The output volume level between the DMPORT input and TV or other equipment, refer to the audio output of the A/V receiver's attached speakers. • Adjusting the volume and muting of sending video signals, then the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT will turn on automatically when selected, see pages 5 and 39. • Possible operations with BRAVIA Sync buttons, see the HDMI connection shown in...
..., the system outputs a composite video signal. • Check compatibility between portable player and the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • The output volume level between the DMPORT input and TV or other equipment, refer to the audio output of the A/V receiver's attached speakers. • Adjusting the volume and muting of sending video signals, then the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT will turn on automatically when selected, see pages 5 and 39. • Possible operations with BRAVIA Sync buttons, see the HDMI connection shown in...
Operating Instructions
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... out or not displayed. TV External Inputs Watching TV Navigate through the channel list or select the TV Guide On Screen icon located at the top of the channel list to select a channel (see page 51). 39 Channel TV Media Category Icons Settings Photo Adjusting TV Settings Customize the TV settings with Settings highlighted. Assign a label using the Manage Inputs feature for your PC. Explanations of TV features. buttons (see page 33). Accessing External Inputs Watch a movie, play a game, record a program or work on the...
... out or not displayed. TV External Inputs Watching TV Navigate through the channel list or select the TV Guide On Screen icon located at the top of the channel list to select a channel (see page 51). 39 Channel TV Media Category Icons Settings Photo Adjusting TV Settings Customize the TV settings with Settings highlighted. Assign a label using the Manage Inputs feature for your PC. Explanations of TV features. buttons (see page 33). Accessing External Inputs Watch a movie, play a game, record a program or work on the...
Operating Instructions
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... access TV Guide On Select inputs from Screen and CTRL: HDMI (Control for Settings.) Product Support (page 41) Clock/Timers (page 41) Picture (page 42) Sound (page 44) Screen (page 45) Channel (page 47) CC Closed Captions (CC) (page 48) Parental Lock (page 48) External Inputs (page 51) HDMI Settings (page 51) Network (page 52) General Setup (page 52) Initial Setup (page 53) 4 Press when desired item is for HDMI) available Video 1-3 channels are listed under HDMI 1-4 the TV icon. Settings Available TV settings...
... access TV Guide On Select inputs from Screen and CTRL: HDMI (Control for Settings.) Product Support (page 41) Clock/Timers (page 41) Picture (page 42) Sound (page 44) Screen (page 45) Channel (page 47) CC Closed Captions (CC) (page 48) Parental Lock (page 48) External Inputs (page 51) HDMI Settings (page 51) Network (page 52) General Setup (page 52) Initial Setup (page 53) 4 Press when desired item is for HDMI) available Video 1-3 channels are listed under HDMI 1-4 the TV icon. Settings Available TV settings...
Operating Instructions
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... signal. The Timer feature will allow setting the following: Day of a cable box). • The broadcast download is performed while the TV is off. • The software update is performed while the TV is powered on. • Do not turn off automatically. Select to remain on the Timer will not be set to have digital TV programming (not available with the use of the Week, Time, Duration, Input, Channel, and TV On Volume...
... signal. The Timer feature will allow setting the following: Day of a cable box). • The broadcast download is performed while the TV is off. • The software update is performed while the TV is powered on. • Do not turn off automatically. Select to remain on the Timer will not be set to have digital TV programming (not available with the use of the Week, Time, Duration, Input, Channel, and TV On Volume...
Operating Instructions
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... remote control. • See WIDE button description on screen. ~ • For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 14. Press B/b to adjust the Horizontal positioning. ~ • Screen Position feature is useful if the TV is connected to game equipment. • Vertical position is available only when Wide Mode is set 4:3 Default to fill the screen. ~ • Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing V/v. Screen settings for standard-definition channels. Reset Resets...
... remote control. • See WIDE button description on screen. ~ • For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 14. Press B/b to adjust the Horizontal positioning. ~ • Screen Position feature is useful if the TV is connected to game equipment. • Vertical position is available only when Wide Mode is set 4:3 Default to fill the screen. ~ • Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing V/v. Screen settings for standard-definition channels. Reset Resets...
Operating Instructions
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... Text, Character Size, Character Style, Character Color, Character Opacity, Edge Type, Edge Color, Background Color and Background Opacity. ~ • Closed Captions (CC) can change your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. Change Password You can be set to CC1 for the appropriate ratings. "Password set password. Off Disables CC Display. Password Country Use 0-9 button on the TV. Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed caption options. Analog CC For the basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options). The...
... Text, Character Size, Character Style, Character Color, Character Opacity, Edge Type, Edge Color, Background Color and Background Opacity. ~ • Closed Captions (CC) can change your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. Change Password You can be set to CC1 for the appropriate ratings. "Password set password. Off Disables CC Display. Password Country Use 0-9 button on the TV. Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed caption options. Analog CC For the basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options). The...
Operating Instructions
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... equipment that supports Control for HDMI function. Device Auto Power Off Select On to display the Device Control options. Disabled Select to this function. Channel Tuning Keys This setting controls how the remote control channel tuning keys (0-9, CH+/- and JUMP) behave while using an external input. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, Options and Content List of the equipment that is connected to disable the tuning keys during external input mode and prevent...
... equipment that supports Control for HDMI function. Device Auto Power Off Select On to display the Device Control options. Disabled Select to this function. Channel Tuning Keys This setting controls how the remote control channel tuning keys (0-9, CH+/- and JUMP) behave while using an external input. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, Options and Content List of the equipment that is connected to disable the tuning keys during external input mode and prevent...
Operating Instructions
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... backlight control is reduced when the Light Sensor is set to put anything around the sensor, as Picture Adjustments, Sound Adjustments, and Parental Lock will not be affected by adjusting the backlight brightness. Mode 1 Select to scan all receivable channels, select Initial Setup. Power Saving Reduces the power consumption by this Lock feature and allow picture adjustments, select Unlock. To disable this Initial Setup. Initial Setup If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or...
... backlight control is reduced when the Light Sensor is set to put anything around the sensor, as Picture Adjustments, Sound Adjustments, and Parental Lock will not be affected by adjusting the backlight brightness. Mode 1 Select to scan all receivable channels, select Initial Setup. Power Saving Reduces the power consumption by this Lock feature and allow picture adjustments, select Unlock. To disable this Initial Setup. Initial Setup If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or...
Operating Instructions
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... external terminal for TV Guide On Screen. ~ • Optional accessories availability depends on its stock. • Design and specifications are subject to change without stand (kg) 18.0 22.0 (lb.) 40.0 49.0 Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD024 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to the TableTop 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...
... external terminal for TV Guide On Screen. ~ • Optional accessories availability depends on its stock. • Design and specifications are subject to change without stand (kg) 18.0 22.0 (lb.) 40.0 49.0 Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD024 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to the TableTop 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...
Operating Instructions
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..., 46, 58 RETURN button 21 S S VIDEO jack 11 Screen Position 46 Server Diagnostics 52 Settings Channel 47 Clock/Timers 41 Closed Captions (CC) 48 External Inputs 51 General Setup 52 HDMI Settings 51 Initial Setup 53 Network 52 Parental Lock 48 Picture 42 Product Support 41 Screen 45 Sound 44 Sharpness 42 Show/Hide Channels 47 Show/Hide Servers 52 Signal Diagnostics 41 Signal Type 47 Sleep Timer 41 Software Update 41 Sound Adjustments 33, 44 Sound Booster 44 SOUND button 20 Sound Mode 44 Speaker 25 Speakers 33, 45 STANDBY LED...
..., 46, 58 RETURN button 21 S S VIDEO jack 11 Screen Position 46 Server Diagnostics 52 Settings Channel 47 Clock/Timers 41 Closed Captions (CC) 48 External Inputs 51 General Setup 52 HDMI Settings 51 Initial Setup 53 Network 52 Parental Lock 48 Picture 42 Product Support 41 Screen 45 Sound 44 Sharpness 42 Show/Hide Channels 47 Show/Hide Servers 52 Signal Diagnostics 41 Signal Type 47 Sleep Timer 41 Software Update 41 Sound Adjustments 33, 44 Sound Booster 44 SOUND button 20 Sound Mode 44 Speaker 25 Speakers 33, 45 STANDBY LED...
