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...KDL-32XBR9/KDL-40SL150/ KDL-40V5100/KDL-46V5100/ KDL-52V5100/KDL-55V5100/ KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. TruSurround XT, SRS and (z) symbol are trademarks of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-32XBR9/KDL-40SL150/ KDL-40V5100/KDL-46V5100/ KDL-52V5100/KDL-55V5100/ KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Blu-ray Disc is designed to promote energy efficient products and practices. Your BRAVIA TV...below 41°F (5 °C). It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set up, it is a trademark. s Changes to safety during the...
...KDL-32XBR9/KDL-40SL150/ KDL-40V5100/KDL-46V5100/ KDL-52V5100/KDL-55V5100/ KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. TruSurround XT, SRS and (z) symbol are trademarks of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-32XBR9/KDL-40SL150/ KDL-40V5100/KDL-46V5100/ KDL-52V5100/KDL-55V5100/ KDL-46VL150/KDL-52VL150 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Blu-ray Disc is designed to promote energy efficient products and practices. Your BRAVIA TV...below 41°F (5 °C). It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set up, it is a trademark. s Changes to safety during the...
Operating Instructions
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... New BRAVIA® Welcome to the World of BRAVIA 4 Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA 4 The Four Steps to a Full 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 ...Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 20 Other Information How to Care for Your BRAVIA 21 Things to consider 21 Troubleshooting 21 Specifications 22 Index 23 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line ...
... New BRAVIA® Welcome to the World of BRAVIA 4 Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA 4 The Four Steps to a Full 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 ...Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 20 Other Information How to Care for Your BRAVIA 21 Things to consider 21 Troubleshooting 21 Specifications 22 Index 23 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line ...
Operating Instructions
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..., 40 inch KDL-SL150, 40, 46 and 52 inch and 55 class BRAVIA KDL-V5100 and 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL150 series models with screen size measured diagonally. The 55 class has a 54.6 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally). 4 Read this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. To ...setting up your TV safe. Experiencing Stunning HD with minimal customizations. Safety Booklet Provides precautionary measures to view your TV with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you see on upgrading to reduce the consumption of your new BRAVIA TV, you and your TV. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV...
..., 40 inch KDL-SL150, 40, 46 and 52 inch and 55 class BRAVIA KDL-V5100 and 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-VL150 series models with screen size measured diagonally. The 55 class has a 54.6 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally). 4 Read this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. To ...setting up your TV safe. Experiencing Stunning HD with minimal customizations. Safety Booklet Provides precautionary measures to view your TV with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you see on upgrading to reduce the consumption of your new BRAVIA TV, you and your TV. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV...
Operating Instructions
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Refer to the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting other Sony equipment supporting the Control for easy access to programs and inputs (page 15). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your TV to auto adjust the screen based on the signal resolution (page 16). ➢ USB ...with complicated operation. 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 Settings: This model includes a number of picture movement to reduce the blur (For model KDL-40SL150, this feature ...
Refer to the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting other Sony equipment supporting the Control for easy access to programs and inputs (page 15). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your TV to auto adjust the screen based on the signal resolution (page 16). ➢ USB ...with complicated operation. 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 Settings: This model includes a number of picture movement to reduce the blur (For model KDL-40SL150, this feature ...
Operating Instructions
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... page 10. 6 You will need a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to the TV unit or read the instructions in the online Reference Book. Be sure to consider the following while setting up your TV has adequate ventilation if it is completed, be sure to secure the... • Avoid installing the TV in the Safety Booklet for models KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 • Ensure your TV: • Carry the TV with an adequate number of people; Should this occur, allow moisture to evaporate completely before powering the TV on page 2. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model name ...
... page 10. 6 You will need a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to the TV unit or read the instructions in the online Reference Book. Be sure to consider the following while setting up your TV has adequate ventilation if it is completed, be sure to secure the... • Avoid installing the TV in the Safety Booklet for models KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 • Ensure your TV: • Carry the TV with an adequate number of people; Should this occur, allow moisture to evaporate completely before powering the TV on page 2. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model name ...
Operating Instructions
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..., such as a DVD player or other video equipment that is necessary. VIDEO IN 2 input is used, connect the adapter to adjust the TV settings or your DVD or other video equipment. Be sure to refer to the Quick Setup Guide for: • High quality picture performances •...(YPBPR) is PCM optical OUT (OPTICAL) compatible. 7 AC IN Connects the supplied AC power cord. (For KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 models.) 8 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that bears the HDMI logo. This TV displays all - you will need to the computer before connecting the HD15-HD15 cable. qa VIDEO IN 2 S ...
..., such as a DVD player or other video equipment that is necessary. VIDEO IN 2 input is used, connect the adapter to adjust the TV settings or your DVD or other video equipment. Be sure to refer to the Quick Setup Guide for: • High quality picture performances •...(YPBPR) is PCM optical OUT (OPTICAL) compatible. 7 AC IN Connects the supplied AC power cord. (For KDL-46VL150 and KDL-52VL150 models.) 8 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that bears the HDMI logo. This TV displays all - you will need to the computer before connecting the HD15-HD15 cable. qa VIDEO IN 2 S ...
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... Wide to On under the Screen menu. • To change the clock, press MENU and go to complete the process. Home Retail Set 11 Set • IMPORTANT: Auto Program is only effective when cable or antenna is connected. For more details see the online Reference Book. •...; Select your language: ~ • If you turn on the TV for the first time. Push to select HOME for available channels from the signal source directly connected to the TV...
... Wide to On under the Screen menu. • To change the clock, press MENU and go to complete the process. Home Retail Set 11 Set • IMPORTANT: Auto Program is only effective when cable or antenna is connected. For more details see the online Reference Book. •...; Select your language: ~ • If you turn on the TV for the first time. Push to select HOME for available channels from the signal source directly connected to the TV...
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... 6 RETURN Press to go to the Setup Menu to set for HDMI equipment). You can enable or disable the Info Banner by an HDMI connection to your BRAVIA Sync audio system. N PLAY: Press to On or Off. ~ • The TV will show the remaining time of the current program you are.... Use them as a reference when operating the TV. The information banner will be switched to turn on and off the Theater Mode. M (fast forward): Press to exit. Press to the audio output of the current selected BRAVIA Sync device. The picture settings will be connected by pressing MENU and go back...
... 6 RETURN Press to go to the Setup Menu to set for HDMI equipment). You can enable or disable the Info Banner by an HDMI connection to your BRAVIA Sync audio system. N PLAY: Press to On or Off. ~ • The TV will show the remaining time of the current program you are.... Use them as a reference when operating the TV. The information banner will be switched to turn on and off the Theater Mode. M (fast forward): Press to exit. Press to the audio output of the current selected BRAVIA Sync device. The picture settings will be connected by pressing MENU and go back...
Operating Instructions
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...buttons serve as its function may indicate the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on the front cover). 4 POWER LED Lights up in red continuously, this button serves to confirm the selection or setting. 9 MENU Press to scan through the...buttons. 7 + VOLUME - To toggle through channels. Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. 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 / TIMER STANDBY POWER POWER 5 CHANNEL 6 VOLUME ...
...buttons serve as its function may indicate the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on the front cover). 4 POWER LED Lights up in red continuously, this button serves to confirm the selection or setting. 9 MENU Press to scan through the...buttons. 7 + VOLUME - To toggle through channels. Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. 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 / TIMER STANDBY POWER POWER 5 CHANNEL 6 VOLUME ...
Operating Instructions
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...the online Reference Book for information on how to set up this TV's Control for HDMI enabled equipment. Available options using BRAVIA Sync, the included remote control will turn on automatically when selected. When the BRAVIA Sync audio system is on, the internal speakers...; Possible operations with the TV documentation. Using Features Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ with Control for HDMI The BRAVIA Sync function allows this TV to communicate with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function to your preferred TV channels, External Inputs, Photo...
...the online Reference Book for information on how to set up this TV's Control for HDMI enabled equipment. Available options using BRAVIA Sync, the included remote control will turn on automatically when selected. When the BRAVIA Sync audio system is on, the internal speakers...; Possible operations with the TV documentation. Using Features Using Features Using BRAVIA® Sync™ with Control for HDMI The BRAVIA Sync function allows this TV to communicate with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function to your preferred TV channels, External Inputs, Photo...
Operating Instructions
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You can manually change the Wide Mode setting while watching TV by pressing the WIDE button on the original source, a black frame or black bars...Full Normal This mode is available with 480i or 480p sources only as component video input, HDMI input and digital TV. • Full Pixel is not available. Changing the Wide Screen Mode Press WIDE repeatedly to remove the current... 2 Highlight Remove from Favorites and press . ~ • Auto Program will clear your TV channels from Favorites (see page 11). How to set to the Screen menu. Based on your remote control. Select Auto Wide and...
You can manually change the Wide Mode setting while watching TV by pressing the WIDE button on the original source, a black frame or black bars...Full Normal This mode is available with 480i or 480p sources only as component video input, HDMI input and digital TV. • Full Pixel is not available. Changing the Wide Screen Mode Press WIDE repeatedly to remove the current... 2 Highlight Remove from Favorites and press . ~ • Auto Program will clear your TV channels from Favorites (see page 11). How to set to the Screen menu. Based on your remote control. Select Auto Wide and...
Operating Instructions
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....5 37.9 48.4 47.8 47.7 64.0 67.5 Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 • This TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. • This TV's PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals. Wide Mode with PC Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC... Timing Press WIDE repeatedly 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 Incoming PC signal Incoming PC signal 800 × 600 m Wide Zoom 1,280 × 768 m Wide Zoom Using...
....5 37.9 48.4 47.8 47.7 64.0 67.5 Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 • This TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. • This TV's PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals. Wide Mode with PC Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC... Timing Press WIDE repeatedly 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 Incoming PC signal Incoming PC signal 800 × 600 m Wide Zoom 1,280 × 768 m Wide Zoom Using...
Operating Instructions
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...size and shape of image you see to fit your TV receives; The Screen Menu allows you to change the settings related to power consumption. • Many of the screen. The screen settings allow you to customize for your TV receives, the images on the screen can fill the ... programs according to their content and rating labels and block channels (regardless of TV settings for the general audiences. You can be smaller, looking like screen size. If you to the next screen. Navigating through TV Menus WIDE INPUT TOOLS MENU V/v button: Allows you need further explanations on ...
...size and shape of image you see to fit your TV receives; The Screen Menu allows you to change the settings related to power consumption. • Many of the screen. The screen settings allow you to customize for your TV receives, the images on the screen can fill the ... programs according to their content and rating labels and block channels (regardless of TV settings for the general audiences. You can be smaller, looking like screen size. If you to the next screen. Navigating through TV Menus WIDE INPUT TOOLS MENU V/v button: Allows you need further explanations on ...
Operating Instructions
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...factory default settings: ❑ Turn on Return settings to the Quick Setup Guide provided for Your BRAVIA Safety is very important, please read the online Reference Book, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or call 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For Canadian Support: http://www.sony.ca/support ...) 21 Other Information press the MUTING button again or press VOL+ to wall. Do not use a Sony designed wall mount bracket to mount the TV to deactivate muting. • If the remote control does not operate, the batteries may be installed incorrectly or may be low....
...factory default settings: ❑ Turn on Return settings to the Quick Setup Guide provided for Your BRAVIA Safety is very important, please read the online Reference Book, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or call 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For Canadian Support: http://www.sony.ca/support ...) 21 Other Information press the MUTING button again or press VOL+ to wall. Do not use a Sony designed wall mount bracket to mount the TV to deactivate muting. • If the remote control does not operate, the batteries may be installed incorrectly or may be low....
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button 13, 14 Channels Setting up 11 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/...AUDIO OUT 8 AUDIO OUT jack, described 8 Auto Program 11 B BRAVIA Sync buttons 12 C CABLE/ANTENNA input, described 8 CC button 12 CH +/- Power and others KDL-40SL150 KDL-46VL150 KDL-52VL150 Power requirement Power consumption in use (maximum) in standby 120....0 30.1 40.8 52.9 66.3 16.8 20.7 26.1 37.1 45.6 57.5 Remote control RM-YD028 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) (For KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150) / Cable holder (1) (For KDL-40SL150 attached to the TV) (For KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 attached...
button 13, 14 Channels Setting up 11 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/...AUDIO OUT 8 AUDIO OUT jack, described 8 Auto Program 11 B BRAVIA Sync buttons 12 C CABLE/ANTENNA input, described 8 CC button 12 CH +/- Power and others KDL-40SL150 KDL-46VL150 KDL-52VL150 Power requirement Power consumption in use (maximum) in standby 120....0 30.1 40.8 52.9 66.3 16.8 20.7 26.1 37.1 45.6 57.5 Remote control RM-YD028 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) (For KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150) / Cable holder (1) (For KDL-40SL150 attached to the TV) (For KDL-46VL150/ KDL-52VL150 attached...
Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands
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... weight of your television (and other electronic components). 2 Use appropriate angle braces, straps and anchors to secure your family and friends. As a result, TV sets may fall over . 7 Share our safety message on this hidden hazard of the home with furniture and television... sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on the proper TV stands. The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend, and larger televisions are popular purchases and are not always supported on top of TVs such as VCRs and remotes that may cause unnecessary...
... weight of your television (and other electronic components). 2 Use appropriate angle braces, straps and anchors to secure your family and friends. As a result, TV sets may fall over . 7 Share our safety message on this hidden hazard of the home with furniture and television... sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on the proper TV stands. The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend, and larger televisions are popular purchases and are not always supported on top of TVs such as VCRs and remotes that may cause unnecessary...
Safety and Regulatory Booklet
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...too close to your safety. Medical institutions Do not place this TV's backlight setting is loose, it is set and 4 inches (10 cm) on or behind a pillar, or any TV servicing or repair, ask the service technician to the LCD panel, small traces of liquid crystal sandwiched between the glass ...cortocircuitos, incendios, lesiones corporales o daños materiales. These phenomena improve as audio and video) connected. ☐ Use only an original Sony AC power cord with a three‑wire grounding type AC power cord plug must never be taken to route all servicing to direct air ...
...too close to your safety. Medical institutions Do not place this TV's backlight setting is loose, it is set and 4 inches (10 cm) on or behind a pillar, or any TV servicing or repair, ask the service technician to the LCD panel, small traces of liquid crystal sandwiched between the glass ...cortocircuitos, incendios, lesiones corporales o daños materiales. These phenomena improve as audio and video) connected. ☐ Use only an original Sony AC power cord with a three‑wire grounding type AC power cord plug must never be taken to route all servicing to direct air ...
Quick Setup Guide
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... 2 Running Initial Setup 3 Watching Your TV Initial Setup instructions are watching cable, satellite or broadcast TV; Home Retail Set Initial Setup First please connect cable or ...LCD Digital Color TV KDL-55V5100 KDL-52V5100 KDL-52VE5 KDL-52VL150 KDL-46V5100 KDL-46VE5 KDL-46VL150 KDL-40SL150 KDL-40V5100 KDL-40VE5 KDL-32XBR9 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 properly ventilate. Sony wall-mounting brackets are displaying on the screen when your BRAVIA...
... 2 Running Initial Setup 3 Watching Your TV Initial Setup instructions are watching cable, satellite or broadcast TV; Home Retail Set Initial Setup First please connect cable or ...LCD Digital Color TV KDL-55V5100 KDL-52V5100 KDL-52VE5 KDL-52VL150 KDL-46V5100 KDL-46VE5 KDL-46VL150 KDL-40SL150 KDL-40V5100 KDL-40VE5 KDL-32XBR9 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 properly ventilate. Sony wall-mounting brackets are displaying on the screen when your BRAVIA...
Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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...product (or ninety (90) days from Your authorized dealer, call the Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For an accessory or part not available from original date of service as set forth below. Online auction confirmations are Your exclusive remedies. Any software is ... warranty service for ninety (90) days, whichever is required to returning any enclosed software Limited Warranty. 4-144-388-01(1) LCD Television 24M LIMITED WARRANTY(U.S. "Refurbished" means a product or part that the operation of the original Limited Warranty period or for your product...
...product (or ninety (90) days from Your authorized dealer, call the Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For an accessory or part not available from original date of service as set forth below. Online auction confirmations are Your exclusive remedies. Any software is ... warranty service for ninety (90) days, whichever is required to returning any enclosed software Limited Warranty. 4-144-388-01(1) LCD Television 24M LIMITED WARRANTY(U.S. "Refurbished" means a product or part that the operation of the original Limited Warranty period or for your product...
Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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...damage caused by servicing not authorized by defects in the United States (excluding territories) or United States military facilities. This Limited Warranty does not cover SONY products sold "AS IS", "Open Box", "WITH ALL FAULTS" or similar notations and does not cover consumables (such as fuses or disposable ... of God or nature; (ii) misuse; (iii) accidental damage, including contact with liquid, extreme heat or foreign material; (iv) customer installation, set up to this warranty or make any package purchased "AS IS", "Open Box" or through an online auction. or (x) damage caused by...
...damage caused by servicing not authorized by defects in the United States (excluding territories) or United States military facilities. This Limited Warranty does not cover SONY products sold "AS IS", "Open Box", "WITH ALL FAULTS" or similar notations and does not cover consumables (such as fuses or disposable ... of God or nature; (ii) misuse; (iii) accidental damage, including contact with liquid, extreme heat or foreign material; (iv) customer installation, set up to this warranty or make any package purchased "AS IS", "Open Box" or through an online auction. or (x) damage caused by...