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Operating Instructions LCD Digital Color TV KDL-55V5100 KDL-52V5100 KDL-52VL150 KDL-46V5100 KDL-46VL150 KDL-40SL150 KDL-40V5100 KDL-32XBR9 © 2009 Sony Corporation Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States 1.800.222.SONY Canada 1.877.899.SONY Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store
Operating Instructions LCD Digital Color TV KDL-55V5100 KDL-52V5100 KDL-52VL150 KDL-46V5100 KDL-46VL150 KDL-40SL150 KDL-40V5100 KDL-32XBR9 © 2009 Sony Corporation Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: 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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... registered in order to correct the interference by the U.S. s When the TV is a trademark of Energy. CAUTION To prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use this equipment in the U.S. Sony TV Model No. "BRAVIA", , Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync and are cautioned that may...on , the user is required for the ENERGY STAR qualification. 2 Your BRAVIA TV is a trademark. Depending upon your cable service provider. These limits are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of programming and ...
... registered in order to correct the interference by the U.S. s When the TV is a trademark of Energy. CAUTION To prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use this equipment in the U.S. Sony TV Model No. "BRAVIA", , Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync and are cautioned that may...on , the user is required for the ENERGY STAR qualification. 2 Your BRAVIA TV is a trademark. Depending upon your cable service provider. These limits are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of programming and ...
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... HD Experience . . . .5 TV Feature Highlights 5 Getting Started Setting Up Your TV 6 Locating Inputs and Outputs 7 Connecting Other Equipment 9 Bundling the Connecting Cables 10 Securing the TV 10 Inserting Batteries into the Remote ...Control 11 Initial Setup 11 Operating the TV Remote Control Button Description 12 TV Controls and Indicators 14 Using ... Mode with PC 17 Photo and Music 18 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 20 Other Information How to Care for Your BRAVIA 21 Things to consider...
... HD Experience . . . .5 TV Feature Highlights 5 Getting Started Setting Up Your TV 6 Locating Inputs and Outputs 7 Connecting Other Equipment 9 Bundling the Connecting Cables 10 Securing the TV 10 Inserting Batteries into the Remote ...Control 11 Initial Setup 11 Operating the TV Remote Control Button Description 12 TV Controls and Indicators 14 Using ... Mode with PC 17 Photo and Music 18 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 20 Other Information How to Care for Your BRAVIA 21 Things to consider...
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...ray Disc™ player or other HD compatible external equipment Contact your cable or satellite provider for your TV. The 32 class has a 31.5 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally). Read this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. Access it receives. The 55 class has a 54.6 inch viewable image ...TV with minimal customizations. This manual is only as good as the quality of the signal it at www.sony.com/referencebook. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® Thank you for the 32 class BRAVIA KDL-XBR9, 40 inch KDL-SL150, 40, 46 and 52...
...ray Disc™ player or other HD compatible external equipment Contact your cable or satellite provider for your TV. The 32 class has a 31.5 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally). Read this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. Access it receives. The 55 class has a 54.6 inch viewable image ...TV with minimal customizations. This manual is only as good as the quality of the signal it at www.sony.com/referencebook. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® Thank you for the 32 class BRAVIA KDL-XBR9, 40 inch KDL-SL150, 40, 46 and 52...
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...get started enjoying your pocketbook and the environment. When a 4:3 image is not available). ➢ Favorites: Your favorite channels and inputs are at www.sony.com/referencebook. 5 Light Sensor - The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard-definition) source Most... Four Steps to a Full HD Experience Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with HD sources. Backlight - TV Feature Highlights Your new BRAVIA High Definition LCD TV will dazzle you with stunning 1080p image quality but won't confuse you will see page 18). ➢ ECO ...
...get started enjoying your pocketbook and the environment. When a 4:3 image is not available). ➢ Favorites: Your favorite channels and inputs are at www.sony.com/referencebook. 5 Light Sensor - The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard-definition) source Most... Four Steps to a Full HD Experience Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with HD sources. Backlight - TV Feature Highlights Your new BRAVIA High Definition LCD TV will dazzle you with stunning 1080p image quality but won't confuse you will see page 18). ➢ ECO ...
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...about the items listed above, see page 10. 6 Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor color. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model name is available on securing the TV, see the online Reference Book. • When cable connection is completed, be sure to... secure the TV to a stable surface or mount it to a wall. If you are packaged with a ...
...about the items listed above, see page 10. 6 Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor color. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model name is available on securing the TV, see the online Reference Book. • When cable connection is completed, be sure to... secure the TV to a stable surface or mount it to a wall. If you are packaged with a ...
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... can be used as composite or Channels & Inputs component video input. Audio connection is required for HDMI On Device List Device Auto Power Off Off TV Auto Power On Off Video 1 Component 1 Signal Diagnostics Setup 3 COMPONENT IN 2 Change RETURN Back MENU Exit Component video provides better picture quality than the S Video...
... can be used as composite or Channels & Inputs component video input. Audio connection is required for HDMI On Device List Device Auto Power Off Off TV Auto Power On Off Video 1 Component 1 Signal Diagnostics Setup 3 COMPONENT IN 2 Change RETURN Back MENU Exit Component video provides better picture quality than the S Video...
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... connections • Cable types to use an adapter (not supplied). Item Description 4 AUDIO OUT (FIX) Connects to the left side panel of the TV. If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a... digital audio equipment that has S VIDEO which provides better picture quality than composite video. VIDEO IN 2 input is used, connect the adapter to this TV and any HDMI IN (with capable equipment. Can also be necessary to a personal computer's video and audio output connector. If an adapter is located ...
... connections • Cable types to use an adapter (not supplied). Item Description 4 AUDIO OUT (FIX) Connects to the left side panel of the TV. If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a... digital audio equipment that has S VIDEO which provides better picture quality than composite video. VIDEO IN 2 input is used, connect the adapter to this TV and any HDMI IN (with capable equipment. Can also be necessary to a personal computer's video and audio output connector. If an adapter is located ...
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...-ray Digital Disc Player/ DVD satellite Digital Audio "PS3" player receiver cable box system Personal computer USB Drive Side panel PC IN RGB Rear of TV VIDEO IN VIDEO Y SERVICE PB IN (OPTICAL) PR 1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R 1 2 AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO OUT (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (FIX) L AUDIO R CABLE... Game Receiver/ (DVI only) system Home Theater) VCR/Game system/ Camcorder ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 9
...-ray Digital Disc Player/ DVD satellite Digital Audio "PS3" player receiver cable box system Personal computer USB Drive Side panel PC IN RGB Rear of TV VIDEO IN VIDEO Y SERVICE PB IN (OPTICAL) PR 1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R 1 2 AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO OUT (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (FIX) L AUDIO R CABLE... Game Receiver/ (DVI only) system Home Theater) VCR/Game system/ Camcorder ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 9
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... topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. For models KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to the Stand M4 x 20 machine screw M4 x 20 machine screw Screw hole on the Table-Top Stand Nut 10 Screw...the AC power cord with the supplied cable clamper as illustrated below. Contact Sony Customer Support to purchase the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. • For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories • For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 Detailed information ...
... topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. For models KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to the Stand M4 x 20 machine screw M4 x 20 machine screw Screw hole on the Table-Top Stand Nut 10 Screw...the AC power cord with the supplied cable clamper as illustrated below. Contact Sony Customer Support to purchase the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. • For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories • For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 Detailed information ...
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...the battery compartment of use for this initial setup, you can perform the following: 1 Select the language for the on the screen to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input and may not be available. 4 Auto Program will scan for ENERGY STAR compliant mode. • If you cancel Auto... Program before completion some channels may take sometime to Setup menu then select Clock/Timers and adjust Current Time. During this TV. If you use both cable without a box and antenna connections, use . Getting Started Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size...
...the battery compartment of use for this initial setup, you can perform the following: 1 Select the language for the on the screen to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input and may not be available. 4 Auto Program will scan for ENERGY STAR compliant mode. • If you cancel Auto... Program before completion some channels may take sometime to Setup menu then select Clock/Timers and adjust Current Time. During this TV. If you use both cable without a box and antenna connections, use . Getting Started Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size...
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... may also operate BRAVIA® Sync™ equipment. Button Description 1 DISPLAY 2 CC 3 BRAVIA Sync Press to control the connected equipment with TV functions and settings. X PAUSE: Press to exit from the Favorites menu. Press again to pause playback. The information banner will show the remaining...: Press to play a program in a few seconds or press again to display the stored Favorites menu. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. Some other buttons on page 20. 12 N PLAY: Press to stop playback. M (fast forward): Press to turn on and off the Theater ...
... may also operate BRAVIA® Sync™ equipment. Button Description 1 DISPLAY 2 CC 3 BRAVIA Sync Press to control the connected equipment with TV functions and settings. X PAUSE: Press to exit from the Favorites menu. Press again to pause playback. The information banner will show the remaining...: Press to play a program in a few seconds or press again to display the stored Favorites menu. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. Some other buttons on page 20. 12 N PLAY: Press to stop playback. M (fast forward): Press to turn on and off the Theater ...
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... press 2 , , 1 and ENT. For example, to follow • Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that no objects are blocking the path between the current channel and the last channel that they are correctly inserted. 13 The...with your batteries and make sure that was selected. To toggle through channels, press and hold down either +/-. Press to turn on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with the remote control, reinsert or replace your remote control; Press to adjust the volume. WIDE INPUT...
... press 2 , , 1 and ENT. For example, to follow • Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that no objects are blocking the path between the current channel and the last channel that they are correctly inserted. 13 The...with your batteries and make sure that was selected. To toggle through channels, press and hold down either +/-. Press to turn on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with the remote control, reinsert or replace your remote control; Press to adjust the volume. WIDE INPUT...
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... button serves to confirm the selection or setting. 9 MENU Press to turn on page 20). ~ • The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. TV Controls and Indicators For all models except KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 1 For models KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER 2 34 PIC OFF...off. (See the online Reference Book for more details). 3 STANDBY LED Lights up in the PC input (see contacting Sony information on . 5 POWER Press to display menu with TV functions and settings (see the online Reference Book. Lights up in green when the Backlight is set . In the menu...
... button serves to confirm the selection or setting. 9 MENU Press to turn on page 20). ~ • The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. TV Controls and Indicators For all models except KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 1 For models KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER 2 34 PIC OFF...off. (See the online Reference Book for more details). 3 STANDBY LED Lights up in the PC input (see contacting Sony information on . 5 POWER Press to display menu with TV functions and settings (see the online Reference Book. Lights up in green when the Backlight is set . In the menu...
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... with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are available after you connect the supported Sony equipment with Control for HDMI function to your preferred TV channels, External Inputs, Photo and Music content from a USB storage device. Using Features Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ ...; When using Control for connection. When the BRAVIA Sync audio system is turned on. • Adjusting the volume and muting of the TV will remain without function. Setting the Control for HDMI The Control for HDMI function must be set up in the Quick Setup Guide provided...
... with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following operations are available after you connect the supported Sony equipment with Control for HDMI function to your preferred TV channels, External Inputs, Photo and Music content from a USB storage device. Using Features Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ ...; When using Control for connection. When the BRAVIA Sync audio system is turned on. • Adjusting the volume and muting of the TV will remain without function. Setting the Control for HDMI The Control for HDMI function must be set up in the Quick Setup Guide provided...
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...Wide Mode The Wide Mode feature allows you are watching it. 2 Highlight Remove from Favorites and press . ~ • Auto Program will clear your TV channels from high-definition source such as they are highlighted, press V/v to move between them. 3 To tune to an item, highlight its native ...mode is not available. Full pixel ~ • Normal is available with 480i or 480p sources only as component video input, HDMI input and digital TV. • Full Pixel is not available. Navigating Favorites 1 Press B/b to move between saved selections in its icon and press . Full Zoom ...
...Wide Mode The Wide Mode feature allows you are watching it. 2 Highlight Remove from Favorites and press . ~ • Auto Program will clear your TV channels from high-definition source such as they are highlighted, press V/v to move between them. 3 To tune to an item, highlight its native ...mode is not available. Full pixel ~ • Normal is available with 480i or 480p sources only as component video input, HDMI input and digital TV. • Full Pixel is not available. Navigating Favorites 1 Press B/b to move between saved selections in its icon and press . Full Zoom ...
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...PC input. Standard VGA VESA Guidelines VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA CEA-861 • Adjust Phase to eliminate horizontal lines of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the PC according to the chart below. PC and HDMI Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the... TV, set the output signal from the connected PC. 17 Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA HDTV ~ Resolution Horizontal × Vertical (Pixel) (Line) 640 × ...
...PC input. Standard VGA VESA Guidelines VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA CEA-861 • Adjust Phase to eliminate horizontal lines of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the PC according to the chart below. PC and HDMI Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the... TV, set the output signal from the connected PC. 17 Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA HDTV ~ Resolution Horizontal × Vertical (Pixel) (Line) 640 × ...
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... located on a USB connected memory device. Photo and Music Enjoying Photos through the USB Port The TV offers easy access to JPEG photos stored on the side TV panel. USB Equipment Functionality Sony cannot guarantee or assure the USB functionality on screen. Press TOOLS while displaying the picture and choose your desired photo...
... located on a USB connected memory device. Photo and Music Enjoying Photos through the USB Port The TV offers easy access to JPEG photos stored on the side TV panel. USB Equipment Functionality Sony cannot guarantee or assure the USB functionality on screen. Press TOOLS while displaying the picture and choose your desired photo...
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... to customize your sound settings to suit your audio preference. The Sound Menu allows you to move back to the previous screen. Navigating through TV Menus WIDE INPUT TOOLS MENU V/v button: Allows you see to fit your viewing preference. Picture Sound Screen Channel USB Lock Setup On Picture Menu...Language for your on-screen display, or change the proportions of the screen. Parental Lock Menu allows you to customize for the signals your TV receives; These settings allow you to adjust the size and shape of image you to customize the settings. If you need further explanations ...
... to customize your sound settings to suit your audio preference. The Sound Menu allows you to move back to the previous screen. Navigating through TV Menus WIDE INPUT TOOLS MENU V/v button: Allows you see to fit your viewing preference. Picture Sound Screen Channel USB Lock Setup On Picture Menu...Language for your on-screen display, or change the proportions of the screen. Parental Lock Menu allows you to customize for the signals your TV receives; These settings allow you to adjust the size and shape of image you to customize the settings. If you need further explanations ...
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... factory defaults. If you read and follow the safety documentation (Safety Booklet) provided with the TV. • Unplug the TV and other connected equipment from the power source before contacting Sony. Troubleshooting Many problems with warm water. refer to deactivate muting. • If the remote ... you begin cleaning your password, enter the master password: 4357. IMPORTANT: The reset will clear all of your Sony TV even after you have forgotten your TV. This password clears your previous password and allows you may be interfering with a soft cloth. The online Reference ...
... factory defaults. If you read and follow the safety documentation (Safety Booklet) provided with the TV. • Unplug the TV and other connected equipment from the power source before contacting Sony. Troubleshooting Many problems with warm water. refer to deactivate muting. • If the remote ... you begin cleaning your password, enter the master password: 4357. IMPORTANT: The reset will clear all of your Sony TV even after you have forgotten your TV. This password clears your previous password and allows you may be interfering with a soft cloth. The online Reference ...