Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands
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... on this hidden hazard of the Electronic Industries Alliance The home theater entertainment experience is a Sector of the home with furniture and television sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, audio speakers, chests or carts. The Industry Cares!... The Consumer Electronics Association formed the Home Entertainment Support Safety Committee comprised of your television (and other electronic components). 2 Use appropriate angle braces, straps and anchors to secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw...
... on this hidden hazard of the Electronic Industries Alliance The home theater entertainment experience is a Sector of the home with furniture and television sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, audio speakers, chests or carts. The Industry Cares!... The Consumer Electronics Association formed the Home Entertainment Support Safety Committee comprised of your television (and other electronic components). 2 Use appropriate angle braces, straps and anchors to secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw...
Safety and Regulatory Booklet
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...such as in direct sunlight, near any TV servicing or repair, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by Sony and to certify that adequate replacement parts with wet hands as these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to qualified...to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the TV's enclosure that they may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This does not indicate a failure. Important Safety Instructions Consignes de sécurité importantes Instrucciones importantes de seguridad Safety...
...such as in direct sunlight, near any TV servicing or repair, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by Sony and to certify that adequate replacement parts with wet hands as these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to qualified...to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the TV's enclosure that they may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This does not indicate a failure. Important Safety Instructions Consignes de sécurité importantes Instrucciones importantes de seguridad Safety...
Operating Instructions
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... Your Convenience Be sure to the Store KDL-60EX500 / 55EX500 / 55EX501 / 46EX400 / 46EX401 / 46EX500 / 46EX501 KDL-40EX400 / 40EX401 / 40EX500 / 40EX501 / 32EX301 / 32EX400 / 32EX500 KDL-32FA600 United States Canada http://productregistration.sony.com http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions 4-175-274-11(1) Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Getting Started Operating the TV Using...
... Your Convenience Be sure to the Store KDL-60EX500 / 55EX500 / 55EX501 / 46EX400 / 46EX401 / 46EX500 / 46EX501 KDL-40EX400 / 40EX401 / 40EX500 / 40EX501 / 32EX301 / 32EX400 / 32EX500 KDL-32FA600 United States Canada http://productregistration.sony.com http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions 4-175-274-11(1) Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Getting Started Operating the TV Using...
Operating Instructions
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..., the power consumption may be sure to unplug the power cord to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth. • Stubborn stains may exceed the limits required for additional information. Environmental Protection Agency and... of these numbers in the "Home" mode. Record these government agencies, designed to certain features, settings, and functionalities of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (KDL-32FA600 only) Your BRAVIA TV is a trademark. and other outlet unless the blades can increase or change the power consumption.
..., the power consumption may be sure to unplug the power cord to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth. • Stubborn stains may exceed the limits required for additional information. Environmental Protection Agency and... of these numbers in the "Home" mode. Record these government agencies, designed to certain features, settings, and functionalities of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (KDL-32FA600 only) Your BRAVIA TV is a trademark. and other outlet unless the blades can increase or change the power consumption.
Operating Instructions
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... 16 Running Initial Setup 18 Operating the TV Using the Remote Control 19 Remote Control Button Description 20 TV Controls and Indicators 24 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... a Wall-Mount Bracket 47 Installing 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...
... 16 Running Initial Setup 18 Operating the TV Using the Remote Control 19 Remote Control Button Description 20 TV Controls and Indicators 24 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... a Wall-Mount Bracket 47 Installing 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...
Operating Instructions
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Operating Instructions Provides the most out of your TV. To experience the stunning detail of your TV. Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the documentations listed below to get the most detailed information to operate your cable, satellite or HD service provider for choosing this information prior ...
Operating Instructions Provides the most out of your TV. To experience the stunning detail of your TV. Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the documentations listed below to get the most detailed information to operate your cable, satellite or HD service provider for choosing this information prior ...
Operating Instructions
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...smooth movement, and high-impact 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 ...Your favorite channels and inputs are watching (page 21). (Continued) 5 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 function (page 25). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use...
...smooth movement, and high-impact 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 ...Your favorite channels and inputs are watching (page 21). (Continued) 5 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 function (page 25). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use...
Operating Instructions
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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 ➢ Ambient Sensor: Automatically optimizes the picture settings according to adjust the brightness and color temperature of the picture.
Operating Instructions
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.... If you are packaged with the TV. Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor color. Except KDL-32FA600 model KDL-32FA600 model only • Place your palm directly underneath but do not squeeze the panel's speaker grill area. • Ensure your TV has adequate...
.... If you are packaged with the TV. Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor color. Except KDL-32FA600 model KDL-32FA600 model only • Place your palm directly underneath but do not squeeze the panel's speaker grill area. • Ensure your TV has adequate...
Operating Instructions
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... of Dolby Laboratories. 8 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 the TV. *2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. IN 2 Audio connection is required for audio signal...
... of Dolby Laboratories. 8 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 the TV. *2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. IN 2 Audio connection is required for audio signal...
Operating Instructions
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...PC IN. 0 USB Connects to USB equipment to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is available only with KDL-32FA600) to the left and right audio input jacks of video equipment. If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output port to the ... an HDMI cable that can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 8 SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER (8Ω) SATELLITE (8Ω)R/L (KDL-32FA600 only) Connects the Subwoofer and the Satellite Speakers (supplied with HDMI connection. 9 See "PC Input Signal Reference Chart" on page 46 for information ...
...PC IN. 0 USB Connects to USB equipment to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is available only with KDL-32FA600) to the left and right audio input jacks of video equipment. If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output port to the ... an HDMI cable that can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 8 SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER (8Ω) SATELLITE (8Ω)R/L (KDL-32FA600 only) Connects the Subwoofer and the Satellite Speakers (supplied with HDMI connection. 9 See "PC Input Signal Reference Chart" on page 46 for information ...
Operating Instructions
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... right (swivel) Top view 20° 20° 20° 20° Front Connecting the TV 5.1 Surround Sound System (KDL-32FA600 only) Refer to receive optimum picture quality. This TV is capable of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • It is strongly recommended that...and standard-definition digital programming (if available in signal degradation. 10 Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV For KDL-55EX500/KDL-46EX500/KDL-40EX500/KDL-32EX500/KDL-55EX501/KDL-46EX501/ KDL-40EX501 This TV can be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in your area) along with standard-definition analog...
... right (swivel) Top view 20° 20° 20° 20° Front Connecting the TV 5.1 Surround Sound System (KDL-32FA600 only) Refer to receive optimum picture quality. This TV is capable of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • It is strongly recommended that...and standard-definition digital programming (if available in signal degradation. 10 Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV For KDL-55EX500/KDL-46EX500/KDL-40EX500/KDL-32EX500/KDL-55EX501/KDL-46EX501/ KDL-40EX501 This TV can be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in your area) along with standard-definition analog...
Operating Instructions
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Shown with audio) input located on the back of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box IN HDMI cable (Continued) 11 For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings for your TV. Cable Antenna A/B RF Switch A B Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the ...
Shown with audio) input located on the back of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box IN HDMI cable (Continued) 11 For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings for your TV. Cable Antenna A/B RF Switch A B Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the ...
Operating Instructions
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Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 IN DVI-to-HDMI cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) CATV/Satellite antenna cable Shown with Component Connection CATV/Satellite antenna cable Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO...
Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 IN DVI-to-HDMI cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) CATV/Satellite antenna cable Shown with Component Connection CATV/Satellite antenna cable Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO...
Operating Instructions
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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.) HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 IN • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using an HD15-HD15 cable with ferrite core (...
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.) HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 IN • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using an HD15-HD15 cable with ferrite core (...
Operating Instructions
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Connecting Other Equipment CABLE/ANTENNA Digital recorder VCR/Game system/ USB Camcorder AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 IN VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 2 3 IN A/V Digital Personal Analog audio Receiver/ audio computer equipment Home equipment (A/V Receiver/ Theater HomeTheater) Blu-ray DVD Disc Player/ player "PS3" Digital satellite receiver Digital Audio cable box system • ...
Connecting Other Equipment CABLE/ANTENNA Digital recorder VCR/Game system/ USB Camcorder AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO IN 1 PB Y AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 4 IN VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 2 3 IN A/V Digital Personal Analog audio Receiver/ audio computer equipment Home equipment (A/V Receiver/ Theater HomeTheater) Blu-ray DVD Disc Player/ player "PS3" Digital satellite receiver Digital Audio cable box system • ...
Operating Instructions
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Allow enough space around the set. Avoid operating the TV at least this much space around the set as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Never install the TV set . 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. Installed on the wall 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) Leave at temperatures below . Air circulation is blocked. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can lead to ...
Allow enough space around the set. Avoid operating the TV at least this much space around the set as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Never install the TV set . 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. Installed on the wall 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) Leave at temperatures below . Air circulation is blocked. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can lead to ...
Operating Instructions
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..., such as a chest of drawers. ❑ Install the TV where it cannot be pulled, pushed, or knocked over . Angle braces Stand 16 Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to...
..., such as a chest of drawers. ❑ Install the TV where it cannot be pulled, pushed, or knocked over . Angle braces Stand 16 Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to...
Operating Instructions
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...tighten at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}. 17 An alternative way to the stand. Except KDL-32FA600 model Use the optional hardware listed below (not supplied). • Two anchor bolts, size M6 ...215; 10-12 mm. Getting Started 2 Secure the TV to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. Use the hardware listed below (not supplied): • M4 × 16 mm anchor...screwed into the top-most wall-mount holes located on the Table-Top Stand Screw KDL-32FA600 model only Use an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. 3 Anchor the TV to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit...
...tighten at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}. 17 An alternative way to the stand. Except KDL-32FA600 model Use the optional hardware listed below (not supplied). • Two anchor bolts, size M6 ...215; 10-12 mm. Getting Started 2 Secure the TV to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. Use the hardware listed below (not supplied): • M4 × 16 mm anchor...screwed into the top-most wall-mount holes located on the Table-Top Stand Screw KDL-32FA600 model only Use an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. 3 Anchor the TV to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit...
Operating Instructions
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The Initial Setup screen will appear. 2 Use the remote control buttons described below to navigate and highlight options where applicable. Follow the help text provided on the TV. To run the Auto Program. • When prompted to select Retail or Home, be done at a Initial Setup Please select the type of use and is Energy Star compliant. later time, press MENU, select Settings, and then select Auto Retail Program under the Screen settings. Press WIDE to select Wide Mode, or press MENU and select Settings, and then set Auto Wide to On under Channel settings. For more details...
The Initial Setup screen will appear. 2 Use the remote control buttons described below to navigate and highlight options where applicable. Follow the help text provided on the TV. To run the Auto Program. • When prompted to select Retail or Home, be done at a Initial Setup Please select the type of use and is Energy Star compliant. later time, press MENU, select Settings, and then select Auto Retail Program under the Screen settings. Press WIDE to select Wide Mode, or press MENU and select Settings, and then set Auto Wide to On under Channel settings. For more details...