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3-214-428-14(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40XBR4 KDL-40XBR5 KDL-46XBR4 KDL-46XBR5 KDL-52XBR4 KDL-52XBR5 © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-214-428-14(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40XBR4 KDL-40XBR5 KDL-46XBR4 KDL-46XBR5 KDL-52XBR4 KDL-52XBR5 © 2007 Sony Corporation
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...show poor color due to install the TV in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this polarized AC plug with the following Sony TVs only with an extension cord, receptacle or other countries. KDL-40XBR4/5 KDL-46XBR4/5 KDL-52XBR4/5 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Mode No. Be ... ELECTRICO NO ABRIR This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of Sony Corporation. Safety s Operate the TV only on , the user is a trademark of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40XBR4/KDL-46XBR4/ KDL-52XBR4/KDL-40XBR5/ KDL-46XBR5/KDL-52XBR5 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
...show poor color due to install the TV in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this polarized AC plug with the following Sony TVs only with an extension cord, receptacle or other countries. KDL-40XBR4/5 KDL-46XBR4/5 KDL-52XBR4/5 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Mode No. Be ... ELECTRICO NO ABRIR This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of Sony Corporation. Safety s Operate the TV only on , the user is a trademark of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-40XBR4/KDL-46XBR4/ KDL-52XBR4/KDL-40XBR5/ KDL-46XBR5/KDL-52XBR5 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
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... connection diagrams. Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3 Setting Up the Channel List - Installing the TV 10 Preventing the TV from P&P and PIP 31 Using the Menus Adjusting TV Settings 32 Watching TV 32 Accessing the Equipment Connected to Full...
... connection diagrams. Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3 Setting Up the Channel List - Installing the TV 10 Preventing the TV from P&P and PIP 31 Using the Menus Adjusting TV Settings 32 Watching TV 32 Accessing the Equipment Connected to Full...
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... it . If you disconnect the AC power cord, disconnect it from the AC power outlet for your dealer or Sony service center to lightning and power line surges. When not in a fire. Overloading This TV set . Insert the plug fully into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to the... in a fire or an electric shock. This will not be using it may result in a fire or an electric shock. s Use only an original Sony AC power cord, not other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5)...
... it . If you disconnect the AC power cord, disconnect it from the AC power outlet for your dealer or Sony service center to lightning and power line surges. When not in a fire. Overloading This TV set . Insert the plug fully into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to the... in a fire or an electric shock. This will not be using it may result in a fire or an electric shock. s Use only an original Sony AC power cord, not other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5)...
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... and result in the speaker unit that generates a magnetic field. s When you carry the TV, place your dealer or service technician. KDL-40XBR4/ KDL-46XBR4/ KDL-40XBR5/ KDL-46XBR5 KDL-52XBR4/ KDL-52XBR5 Electric service equipment NEC: National Electrical Code Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding .... (Continued) 5 Replace only with a soft cloth. To remove dust from the TV is continuous or frequent while the TV is installed, follow the instruction provided on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. Keep any items susceptible to shocks or vibration...
... and result in the speaker unit that generates a magnetic field. s When you carry the TV, place your dealer or service technician. KDL-40XBR4/ KDL-46XBR4/ KDL-40XBR5/ KDL-46XBR5 KDL-52XBR4/ KDL-52XBR5 Electric service equipment NEC: National Electrical Code Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding .... (Continued) 5 Replace only with a soft cloth. To remove dust from the TV is continuous or frequent while the TV is installed, follow the instruction provided on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. Keep any items susceptible to shocks or vibration...
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...filled with the Wall-Mount Bracket. s Be sure to use qualified contractors. Unless proper ventilation is blocked. When installing or removing the TV, using a Wall-Mount Bracket. It may gather dust and get wet. Installed with a cloth or other similar surface. s To... prevent fire, keep flammable objects or open flame (e.g. s Do not install the TV where it checked immediately by placing the TV on the TV. s Place the TV on the TV. If not properly secured during installation or removal from overheating, these slots and openings must never...
...filled with the Wall-Mount Bracket. s Be sure to use qualified contractors. Unless proper ventilation is blocked. When installing or removing the TV, using a Wall-Mount Bracket. It may gather dust and get wet. Installed with a cloth or other similar surface. s To... prevent fire, keep flammable objects or open flame (e.g. s Do not install the TV where it checked immediately by placing the TV on the TV. s Place the TV on the TV. If not properly secured during installation or removal from overheating, these slots and openings must never...
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... condition is not a malfunction. Doing so may be damaged. s Do not push or scratch the LCD screen, or place objects on the LCD screen. The image may be observed when the LCD TV is in use spot lighting directed down and cause injury. It should disappear after a few moments. ... technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the TV is recommended to maximize the brightness of the TV. s The LCD screen is in use Do not install this TV in a vehicle. Changing the Picture mode, Backlight setting, enabling the Light Sensor, or ...
... condition is not a malfunction. Doing so may be damaged. s Do not push or scratch the LCD screen, or place objects on the LCD screen. The image may be observed when the LCD TV is in use spot lighting directed down and cause injury. It should disappear after a few moments. ... technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the TV is recommended to maximize the brightness of the TV. s The LCD screen is in use Do not install this TV in a vehicle. Changing the Picture mode, Backlight setting, enabling the Light Sensor, or ...
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... HDTV signals use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to fit the entire screen (see black bars on upgrading to HD programming. The 1080 HD signals provide more about HDTV, visit: http://www.sony.com/HDTV The Four Steps to Full HD Experience:...Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to connect other external equipment Contact your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA™ high-definition television. The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming and proper setup connections....
... HDTV signals use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to fit the entire screen (see black bars on upgrading to HD programming. The 1080 HD signals provide more about HDTV, visit: http://www.sony.com/HDTV The Four Steps to Full HD Experience:...Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to connect other external equipment Contact your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA™ high-definition television. The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming and proper setup connections....
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... you can control: • Settings: timer, picture, sound, screen and other options (see page 34 for customization options). • TV Channels: available channels are displayed on the TV screen. TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the vertical Category... way to access the XMB™. Press the HOME button on your remote control to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. The XMB™ is for the 40, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-X Series models with screen size measured diagonally. 9
... you can control: • Settings: timer, picture, sound, screen and other options (see page 34 for customization options). • TV Channels: available channels are displayed on the TV screen. TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the vertical Category... way to access the XMB™. Press the HOME button on your remote control to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. The XMB™ is for the 40, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-X Series models with screen size measured diagonally. 9
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... instructions supplied with others that you carry out this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV's weight. • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you are removed, lift the TV off the stand. Do not remove any reason other... screws from the TV. 3 When screws are ready to the TV stand. Make sure that are ...
... instructions supplied with others that you carry out this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV's weight. • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you are removed, lift the TV off the stand. Do not remove any reason other... screws from the TV. 3 When screws are ready to the TV stand. Make sure that are ...
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...with HDMI jack, be sure to also connect to use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied). ~ • While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. 2 VIDEO IN 2 Connects to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p formats. HDMI supports enhanced, or...game equipment. Locating Inputs and Outputs Left Side 1 2 VIDEO IN R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO 2 IN 2 3 Item Description 1 Headphone jack Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. 3 HDMI IN 2 HDMI HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all video input signals in a resolution of ...
...with HDMI jack, be sure to also connect to use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied). ~ • While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. 2 VIDEO IN 2 Connects to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p formats. HDMI supports enhanced, or...game equipment. Locating Inputs and Outputs Left Side 1 2 VIDEO IN R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO 2 IN 2 3 Item Description 1 Headphone jack Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. 3 HDMI IN 2 HDMI HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all video input signals in a resolution of ...
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...AUDIO-L 3 HDMI IN 3 HDMI Description HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set up this communication. • When connecting a HDMI control compatible audio ...• When HDMI control compatible equipment is connected, communication with the connected equipment is for receiving the external control signal. (KDL-40/46/52XBR5 only) 5 VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO Connects to your A/V equipment such as VIDEO/L(MONO)- Component video provides better picture ...
...AUDIO-L 3 HDMI IN 3 HDMI Description HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set up this communication. • When connecting a HDMI control compatible audio ...• When HDMI control compatible equipment is connected, communication with the connected equipment is for receiving the external control signal. (KDL-40/46/52XBR5 only) 5 VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO Connects to your A/V equipment such as VIDEO/L(MONO)- Component video provides better picture ...
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...the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as indicated below. Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standarddefinition digital programming (if available in the Channel settings for both ...cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC). • It is capable of your area) along with HDMI Connection Rear of TV PC IN 1 RGB IN 3 AUDIO L AUDIO R HDMI cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable 14 Shown with standard-definition...
...the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as indicated below. Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standarddefinition digital programming (if available in the Channel settings for both ...cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC). • It is capable of your area) along with HDMI Connection Rear of TV PC IN 1 RGB IN 3 AUDIO L AUDIO R HDMI cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable 14 Shown with standard-definition...
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Shown with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of TV 1 31 2 Y S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR DMex/SERVICE DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) L (MONO) AUDIO R L AUDIO R L AUDIO R VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080iI/ 720p/480p/480iI) AUDIO ...-L (white) PR (red) PB (blue) Y (green) Component video cable Audio cable 15 For details, see page 13. Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV PC IN 1 RGB IN 3 DVI-to-HDMI HD cable box/ cable HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable AUDIO L AUDIO R AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red)...
Shown with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of TV 1 31 2 Y S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR DMex/SERVICE DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) L (MONO) AUDIO R L AUDIO R L AUDIO R VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080iI/ 720p/480p/480iI) AUDIO ...-L (white) PR (red) PB (blue) Y (green) Component video cable Audio cable 15 For details, see page 13. Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV PC IN 1 RGB IN 3 DVI-to-HDMI HD cable box/ cable HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable AUDIO L AUDIO R AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red)...
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... will be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be connected to a PC with DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV PC IN 1 RGB IN 3 AUDIO L HD15-HD15 AUDIO cable (analog R RGB) ~ • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using the HD15HD15 cable... with the HD15 to the TV, set the output signal from a personal computer. Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA HDTV Horizontal × (Pixel) 640 × 640 × 720 ×...
... will be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be connected to a PC with DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV PC IN 1 RGB IN 3 AUDIO L HD15-HD15 AUDIO cable (analog R RGB) ~ • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using the HD15HD15 cable... with the HD15 to the TV, set the output signal from a personal computer. Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA HDTV Horizontal × (Pixel) 640 × 640 × 720 ×...
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...-ray Disc Player/ PS3 DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Headphones 2 VIDEO IN R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO PC IN 1 RGB Audio system Rear of TV IN 3 Personal computer AUDIO L AUDIO R 1 31 2 Y S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR DMex/SERVICE DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) L (MONO) AUDIO R L AUDIO R L AUDIO R VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080Ii... Digital audio audio equipment equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) Camcorder/ Camcorder PS3 ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 17
...-ray Disc Player/ PS3 DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Headphones 2 VIDEO IN R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO PC IN 1 RGB Audio system Rear of TV IN 3 Personal computer AUDIO L AUDIO R 1 31 2 Y S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR DMex/SERVICE DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) L (MONO) AUDIO R L AUDIO R L AUDIO R VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080Ii... Digital audio audio equipment equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) Camcorder/ Camcorder PS3 ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 17
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... are available: • Turn off the equipment automatically when you turn off the TV. • When the connected equipment is equipped with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. When a Sony A/V receiver with the TV documentation. To Connect HDMI Control Equipment Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI ...equipment, refer to the operating instruction for connection. See page 17 or see pages 9 and 32. Only Sony equipment with HDMI Control capability is turned on the A/V receiver when the TV is supported. Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. 1 2 ~...
... are available: • Turn off the equipment automatically when you turn off the TV. • When the connected equipment is equipped with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. When a Sony A/V receiver with the TV documentation. To Connect HDMI Control Equipment Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI ...equipment, refer to the operating instruction for connection. See page 17 or see pages 9 and 32. Only Sony equipment with HDMI Control capability is turned on the A/V receiver when the TV is supported. Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. 1 2 ~...
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...list of 5 Please select a language. Press RETURN first then press either B/b on pages 37 and 38. To run Initial Setup to on the TV for antenna installations.) To Display the Picture in Your Preferred Aspect Ratio Select the proper Wide Mode as described on page 40. (Useful for the...41) when Auto Program is not connected. Setting Up the Channel List - English Español Français After you finish connecting the TV, you to move to highlight options where applicable. Follow the help text provided on -screen settings. You may be used for digital channels. ...
...list of 5 Please select a language. Press RETURN first then press either B/b on pages 37 and 38. To run Initial Setup to on the TV for antenna installations.) To Display the Picture in Your Preferred Aspect Ratio Select the proper Wide Mode as described on page 40. (Useful for the...41) when Auto Program is not connected. Setting Up the Channel List - English Español Français After you finish connecting the TV, you to move to highlight options where applicable. Follow the help text provided on -screen settings. You may be used for digital channels. ...
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... PIC OFF/TIMER STANDBY POWER INPUT HOME ~ • The 5 button, PLAY and CH + have a tactile dot. Remote Control and TV Controls Buttons located at the right side of the remote control. Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the information pertaining to operate the... corresponding equipment. Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E ...
... PIC OFF/TIMER STANDBY POWER INPUT HOME ~ • The 5 button, PLAY and CH + have a tactile dot. Remote Control and TV Controls Buttons located at the right side of the remote control. Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the information pertaining to operate the... corresponding equipment. Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E ...
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You can store up to 30 channels in your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for spoken dialog and qa Custom to customize the sound settings including the Sound Booster setting. 0 FAVORITES Press once to enter 2.1, press 2 , , 1 and ... current program. Press once to display a frozen image with 0-9 and ENT to turn on and off Closed Captions (CC). See your Favorites list. Using the TV Features Button 5 6 FREEZE Description Use with the current program in a window. Press again to return to a channel that exists in the Favorites list, press OPTIONS...
You can store up to 30 channels in your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for spoken dialog and qa Custom to customize the sound settings including the Sound Booster setting. 0 FAVORITES Press once to enter 2.1, press 2 , , 1 and ... current program. Press once to display a frozen image with 0-9 and ENT to turn on and off Closed Captions (CC). See your Favorites list. Using the TV Features Button 5 6 FREEZE Description Use with the current program in a window. Press again to return to a channel that exists in the Favorites list, press OPTIONS...