Safety and Regulatory Booklet
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...conditioning; BATTERIES Your remote control batteries are necessary to persons. Changing the Picture mode, Backlight setting, enabling the Light Sensor (if applicable), or turning on or pinched ...use a damaged AC power cord. Avoid direct contact with high‑precision technology and to the LCD screen. Please observe the Additional Safety DOs and DON'Ts to avoid dust from causing possible ...y entienda el contenido de este folleto antes de operar su nuevo televisor. © 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in direct sunlight, near a swimming pool, etc. This does not indicate a...
...conditioning; BATTERIES Your remote control batteries are necessary to persons. Changing the Picture mode, Backlight setting, enabling the Light Sensor (if applicable), or turning on or pinched ...use a damaged AC power cord. Avoid direct contact with high‑precision technology and to the LCD screen. Please observe the Additional Safety DOs and DON'Ts to avoid dust from causing possible ...y entienda el contenido de este folleto antes de operar su nuevo televisor. © 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in direct sunlight, near a swimming pool, etc. This does not indicate a...
Operating Instructions
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...BRAVIA" and , Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, and are trademarks or registered marks of Dolby Laboratories. Model Name Serial No. and other outlet unless the blades can increase or change the power consumption. Picture/Sound, Power Savings) can be sure to unplug the power cord to certain features, settings...trademark of Energy. Changes to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth. • Stubborn stains may exceed the limits required ... of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (KDL-32FA600 only) Your BRAVIA TV is a trademark.
...BRAVIA" and , Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, and are trademarks or registered marks of Dolby Laboratories. Model Name Serial No. and other outlet unless the blades can increase or change the power consumption. Picture/Sound, Power Savings) can be sure to unplug the power cord to certain features, settings...trademark of Energy. Changes to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth. • Stubborn stains may exceed the limits required ... of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (KDL-32FA600 only) Your BRAVIA TV is a trademark.
Operating Instructions
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...Using Features BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for HDMI . . .25 Using PIP Feature 26 Favorites 27 Wide Mode 27 Wide Mode with PC 28 Inputs 28 Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB. . . 29 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 30 Using the Picture Settings 31 Using... the Wall-Mount Bracket 47 Troubleshooting 52 Important Notices 56 Specifications 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.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3
...Using Features BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for HDMI . . .25 Using PIP Feature 26 Favorites 27 Wide Mode 27 Wide Mode with PC 28 Inputs 28 Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB. . . 29 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 30 Using the Picture Settings 31 Using... the Wall-Mount Bracket 47 Troubleshooting 52 Important Notices 56 Specifications 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.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3
Operating Instructions
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... visuals from Sony USB equipment (page 29). ➢ PIP (Picture in picture quality. TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as: ➢ BRAVIA® SyncTM: Allows your BRAVIA TV to communicate with your TV to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on ...the remote control to fill the screen. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® The Four Steps to a Stunning HD Experience Set, Source, Sound, and Setup Along with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI ...
... visuals from Sony USB equipment (page 29). ➢ PIP (Picture in picture quality. TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as: ➢ BRAVIA® SyncTM: Allows your BRAVIA TV to communicate with your TV to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on ...the remote control to fill the screen. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® The Four Steps to a Stunning HD Experience Set, Source, Sound, and Setup Along with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI ...
Operating Instructions
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➢ Ambient Sensor: Automatically optimizes the picture settings according to adjust the brightness and color temperature of the picture. The sensor detects ambient light levels to the ambient light in the room. With this feature you can have the best picture quality under your room's lighting conditions (page 32). 6
➢ Ambient Sensor: Automatically optimizes the picture settings according to adjust the brightness and color temperature of the picture. The sensor detects ambient light levels to the ambient light in the room. With this feature you can have the best picture quality under your room's lighting conditions (page 32). 6
Operating Instructions
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You will need a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to complete the task. Except KDL-32FA600 model KDL-32FA600 model only • Place your palm directly underneath but do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight. • Avoid installing the TV ... TV is very important for the attachment instructions provided with a detached Table-Top Stand so you will need to show poor picture and/or poor color. Getting Started Getting Started Setting Up Your TV Some TV models are not mounting the TV to a wall, you can mount your TV to a wall right...
You will need a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to complete the task. Except KDL-32FA600 model KDL-32FA600 model only • Place your palm directly underneath but do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight. • Avoid installing the TV ... TV is very important for the attachment instructions provided with a detached Table-Top Stand so you will need to show poor picture and/or poor color. Getting Started Getting Started Setting Up Your TV Some TV models are not mounting the TV to a wall, you can mount your TV to a wall right...
Operating Instructions
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... and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 8 Select the Video/Component 1 Selection option then set to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna. 4 COMPONENT Component video provides better picture quality than the composite video. For component (1080p/1080i/ connection, use audio L (mono) and R ...for audio signal. To set to Auto. *1 In the case of 32 and 40 inch models, the AC power cord is attached to...
... and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 8 Select the Video/Component 1 Selection option then set to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna. 4 COMPONENT Component video provides better picture quality than the composite video. For component (1080p/1080i/ connection, use audio L (mono) and R ...for audio signal. To set to Auto. *1 In the case of 32 and 40 inch models, the AC power cord is attached to...
Operating Instructions
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...switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as indicated below. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings for your TV via the HDMI or component video (with HDMI Connection Rear of your TV. Cable... Antenna A/B RF Switch A B Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to your input signal (see page 37).
...switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as indicated below. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings for your TV via the HDMI or component video (with HDMI Connection Rear of your TV. Cable... Antenna A/B RF Switch A B Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to your input signal (see page 37).
Operating Instructions
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... option and advance to the next screen. 3 Auto Program will scan for available channels from the signal source directly connected to On under Channel settings. "Home" optimizes the picture for this TV. To run the Auto Program. • When prompted to select Retail or Home, be done at a Initial Setup Please select...
... option and advance to the next screen. 3 Auto Program will scan for available channels from the signal source directly connected to On under Channel settings. "Home" optimizes the picture for this TV. To run the Auto Program. • When prompted to select Retail or Home, be done at a Initial Setup Please select...
Operating Instructions
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...Press to turn on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® SyncTM equipment. x STOP: Press to stop playback. > NEXT: Press to advance forward to the next chapter mark (if any ) or from HDMI Device Selection. . The picture settings will be switched to the audio output of the ...20 Some other buttons on and off the Theater Mode. N PLAY: Press to play a program in fast rewind mode. Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must be set for HDMI 4 equipment). like experience and the audio will be connected by using the Control for HDMI 3 function (not available...
...Press to turn on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® SyncTM equipment. x STOP: Press to stop playback. > NEXT: Press to advance forward to the next chapter mark (if any ) or from HDMI Device Selection. . The picture settings will be switched to the audio output of the ...20 Some other buttons on and off the Theater Mode. N PLAY: Press to play a program in fast rewind mode. Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must be set for HDMI 4 equipment). like experience and the audio will be connected by using the Control for HDMI 3 function (not available...
Operating Instructions
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... 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 TV functions and settings. Sports: Presents realistic pictures and sound just like those in a theater. See "Using the Menus" on page 30. General: No optimized...
... 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 TV functions and settings. Sports: Presents realistic pictures and sound just like those in a theater. See "Using the Menus" on page 30. General: No optimized...
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... display menu with TV functions and settings (see page 42. • The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Outputs audio signal. • Inputs can be changed by pressing V/v and while the list of external inputs. Receives IR signal from the remote control. 2 (Picture Lights up in orange when the ...sleep timer is displayed. • For more information about setting up in red when the TV is turned on. 5 POWER Press to adjust the volume. In the...
... display menu with TV functions and settings (see page 42. • The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Outputs audio signal. • Inputs can be changed by pressing V/v and while the list of external inputs. Receives IR signal from the remote control. 2 (Picture Lights up in orange when the ...sleep timer is displayed. • For more information about setting up in red when the TV is turned on. 5 POWER Press to adjust the volume. In the...
Operating Instructions
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... is not available. Your newly added item will see black bars around the picture or just on the both sides of the list. Select Auto Wide and set Auto Wide Press MENU and select Settings, then select the Screen settings. Highlight Add to cycle through the available modes. 4:3 Original source 16:9 ... This mode is available with 480i or 480p sources only. 27 Based on the original signal source, you may see the picture fill the full screen. You can set your TV to Auto Wide. This is due to the signals your preference. Full • Your Favorites list will be ...
... is not available. Your newly added item will see black bars around the picture or just on the both sides of the list. Select Auto Wide and set Auto Wide Press MENU and select Settings, then select the Screen settings. Highlight Add to cycle through the available modes. 4:3 Original source 16:9 ... This mode is available with 480i or 480p sources only. 27 Based on the original signal source, you may see the picture fill the full screen. You can set your TV to Auto Wide. This is due to the signals your preference. Full • Your Favorites list will be ...
Operating Instructions
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press to select the input of your choice. 2 Press V/v to highlight one of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the connected PC. 28 Wide Mode with PC Wide Mode is grayed out in the PC input ...mode. When a PC is connected to your video signal for viewing including the TV mode. To Label an Input 1 Press MENU and select Settings, then select the Setup settings. When you assign Skip, your external inputs to assign a label; Full 2 • Use the Auto Adjustment to select your connected equipment, then press...
press to select the input of your choice. 2 Press V/v to highlight one of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the connected PC. 28 Wide Mode with PC Wide Mode is grayed out in the PC input ...mode. When a PC is connected to your video signal for viewing including the TV mode. To Label an Input 1 Press MENU and select Settings, then select the Setup settings. When you assign Skip, your external inputs to assign a label; Full 2 • Use the Auto Adjustment to select your connected equipment, then press...
Operating Instructions
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... reduces picture blur and graininess for standard picture settings. Recommended for film-based contents. Backlight Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity. Color Adjust to brighten or darken the backlight. Sharpness Adjust to reduce the picture noise in MPEG-compressed videos. High 32/40/46/55/60EX500, Select for smoother picture movement such as is. KDL-40/46...
... reduces picture blur and graininess for standard picture settings. Recommended for film-based contents. Backlight Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity. Color Adjust to brighten or darken the backlight. Sharpness Adjust to reduce the picture noise in MPEG-compressed videos. High 32/40/46/55/60EX500, Select for smoother picture movement such as is. KDL-40/46...
Operating Instructions
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...disable this screen for HDMI Links the operations of the TV and the equipment. Lock Product Contact Sony Sony contact information is applied automatically to the connected equipment when set -top box, etc; Diagnostics (Continued) 43 Select Off to operate the Keys connected equipment....• HDMI Settings must be made on this function. This feature is available when Control for HDMI is turned off. Using the Menus Option Description HDMI Settings Communicates with equipment compatible with the Control for HDMI Power Off function to any of the Picture settings.
...disable this screen for HDMI Links the operations of the TV and the equipment. Lock Product Contact Sony Sony contact information is applied automatically to the connected equipment when set -top box, etc; Diagnostics (Continued) 43 Select Off to operate the Keys connected equipment....• HDMI Settings must be made on this function. This feature is available when Control for HDMI is turned off. Using the Menus Option Description HDMI Settings Communicates with equipment compatible with the Control for HDMI Power Off function to any of the Picture settings.
Operating Instructions
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... one of the above PC input signals to display on the television. • In plug and play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be necessary.) 46 For KDL-32EX301/KDL-32FA600 models Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA Horizontal × ... 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines 47.4 60 VESA 47.8 60 VESA 47.7 60 VESA For KDL-32EX500/KDL-32EX400 and other KDL-40, 46, 55 and 60 inch models Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA HDTV* Horizontal × (Pixel)...* * The 1080p timing when applied to the chart below. This affects Picture settings and Wide Mode...
... one of the above PC input signals to display on the television. • In plug and play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be necessary.) 46 For KDL-32EX301/KDL-32FA600 models Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA Horizontal × ... 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines 47.4 60 VESA 47.8 60 VESA 47.7 60 VESA For KDL-32EX500/KDL-32EX400 and other KDL-40, 46, 55 and 60 inch models Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA HDTV* Horizontal × (Pixel)...* * The 1080p timing when applied to the chart below. This affects Picture settings and Wide Mode...
Operating Instructions
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... change in room temperature may cause moisture condensation, resulting in a blurry picture or poor color. 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 signal. • Content and...
... change in room temperature may cause moisture condensation, resulting in a blurry picture or poor color. 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 signal. • Content and...
Quick Setup Guide
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... / 55EX501 / 46EX400 / 46EX401 / 46EX500 KDL-46EX501 / 40EX400 / 40EX401 / 40EX500 / 40EX501 / 32EX301 KDL-32EX400 / 32EX500 1 Your New BRAVIA® LCD HDTV Congratulations! Allow 50+ minutes for completion. Allow 50+ minutes for ...sony.com (from U.S.A.) http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration (from your language: English 2 Select the type of use for this scanning, you can connect both cable and antenna connections available, please connect cable first. • If you are displayed on the screen when your BRAVIA can choose optimum sound and picture settings...
... / 55EX501 / 46EX400 / 46EX401 / 46EX500 KDL-46EX501 / 40EX400 / 40EX401 / 40EX500 / 40EX501 / 32EX301 KDL-32EX400 / 32EX500 1 Your New BRAVIA® LCD HDTV Congratulations! Allow 50+ minutes for completion. Allow 50+ minutes for ...sony.com (from U.S.A.) http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration (from your language: English 2 Select the type of use for this scanning, you can connect both cable and antenna connections available, please connect cable first. • If you are displayed on the screen when your BRAVIA can choose optimum sound and picture settings...
Marketing Specifications
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KDL-40EX401 40" BRAVIA® EX401 Series HDTV 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® Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology: Yes Wide Mode: ... RGB Gain/Bias Auto Picture Setting w/HDMI™ : Cinema, Photo, Graphics, Game Scene Select: Auto, Cinema, Sports, Photo, Music, Game, Graphics, General Favorites (Simple UI): Yes Ambient Sensor: Yes Picture Frame Mode: Yes Start Up Sony Logo Display: Yes USB...
KDL-40EX401 40" BRAVIA® EX401 Series HDTV 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® Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology: Yes Wide Mode: ... RGB Gain/Bias Auto Picture Setting w/HDMI™ : Cinema, Photo, Graphics, Game Scene Select: Auto, Cinema, Sports, Photo, Music, Game, Graphics, General Favorites (Simple UI): Yes Ambient Sensor: Yes Picture Frame Mode: Yes Start Up Sony Logo Display: Yes USB...