Safety and Regulatory Booklet
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... ☐ Do not spray water or detergent directly on the TV set near a swimming pool, etc. ☐ Do not install the TV in the literature accompanying the TV. Using incorrect replacement batteries can lead to your TV. US ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,... LCD screen gently This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of the TV and to ensure reliable operation of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a location where sulfur is recommended to ensure to rain or moisture. CLEANING When cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord ...
... ☐ Do not spray water or detergent directly on the TV set near a swimming pool, etc. ☐ Do not install the TV in the literature accompanying the TV. Using incorrect replacement batteries can lead to your TV. US ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,... LCD screen gently This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of the TV and to ensure reliable operation of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a location where sulfur is recommended to ensure to rain or moisture. CLEANING When cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord ...
Warranty
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... part that the operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error-free. SONY will , at its original specifications. A copy of the dated receipt from Sony or a Sony Retailer or bill of sale from the original product and may vary in USA Any software is longer. (See reverse for commercial use). Unless otherwise instructed by SONY or an authorized servicer, You must contact SONY...
... part that the operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error-free. SONY will , at its original specifications. A copy of the dated receipt from Sony or a Sony Retailer or bill of sale from the original product and may vary in USA Any software is longer. (See reverse for commercial use). Unless otherwise instructed by SONY or an authorized servicer, You must contact SONY...
Warranty
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... purchased "AS IS", "Open Box" or through an online auction. Displays typically contain a small number of pixels that are dark or incorrectly illuminated). This Limited Warranty is part of God or nature; (ii) misuse; (iii) accidental damage, including but not limited to, (i) product issues due to acts of the Sony Retailer Network, please contact Sony's Customer Service Call Center or go...
... purchased "AS IS", "Open Box" or through an online auction. Displays typically contain a small number of pixels that are dark or incorrectly illuminated). This Limited Warranty is part of God or nature; (ii) misuse; (iii) accidental damage, including but not limited to, (i) product issues due to acts of the Sony Retailer Network, please contact Sony's Customer Service Call Center or go...
Quick Setup Guide
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... receiving. ■ Contact your cable, satellite or HD Service provider to upgrade your BRAVIA Operating Instructions Manual. Please take these items: Set Closed Captions (CC) Label Video Inputs Set Parental Lock Set Speakers Show/Hide Channels For details, refer to your service to HD. Allow 50+ minutes for example, if using the CABLE/ANTENNA connection to TV Retail Home (for completion. Initial Setup Analog Channels Found: 106 Digital Chennels Found: 24 Searching... LCD Digital Color TV Quick Setup Guide 4-297-511-12(1) KDL-55BX520 Sony Customer Support...
... receiving. ■ Contact your cable, satellite or HD Service provider to upgrade your BRAVIA Operating Instructions Manual. Please take these items: Set Closed Captions (CC) Label Video Inputs Set Parental Lock Set Speakers Show/Hide Channels For details, refer to your service to HD. Allow 50+ minutes for example, if using the CABLE/ANTENNA connection to TV Retail Home (for completion. Initial Setup Analog Channels Found: 106 Digital Chennels Found: 24 Searching... LCD Digital Color TV Quick Setup Guide 4-297-511-12(1) KDL-55BX520 Sony Customer Support...
Quick Setup Guide
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... your BRAVIA® Operating Instructions Manual for Connection Coaxial HDMI HD15 Composite DVI-to-HDMI Component Mini-Pin Audio Digital Optical Audio Audio (L/R) Notes on Connection: ■ Your TV is equipped with multiple HDMI inputs; Splitter VCR PC Cable/Antenna VCR/DVD Combo DVD HD BRAVIA® Sync™ Basic Connection Cable/Antenna Splitter Rear of TV SAT (dish) HD Cable Box or HD Satellite Receiver PC Connection with SD VCR/DVD Notebook PC Rear of TV or Side Panel 2 VIDEO IN VIDEO (MONO) L AUDIO...
... your BRAVIA® Operating Instructions Manual for Connection Coaxial HDMI HD15 Composite DVI-to-HDMI Component Mini-Pin Audio Digital Optical Audio Audio (L/R) Notes on Connection: ■ Your TV is equipped with multiple HDMI inputs; Splitter VCR PC Cable/Antenna VCR/DVD Combo DVD HD BRAVIA® Sync™ Basic Connection Cable/Antenna Splitter Rear of TV SAT (dish) HD Cable Box or HD Satellite Receiver PC Connection with SD VCR/DVD Notebook PC Rear of TV or Side Panel 2 VIDEO IN VIDEO (MONO) L AUDIO...
Operating Instructions
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... 26 Inputs 26 Playing back Photo/Music/ Video via USB 27 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 28 Using the Picture Settings 29 Using the Sound Settings 31 Using the Screen Settings 33 Using the Channel Settings 35 Using the Parental Lock Settings 36 Using the Setup Settings 39 Using the Eco Settings 43 Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 44 Using a Wall-Mount Bracket 45 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 46 Troubleshooting 51 Important Notices 55 Specifications 56 Index 57 Customer Support...
... 26 Inputs 26 Playing back Photo/Music/ Video via USB 27 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 28 Using the Picture Settings 29 Using the Sound Settings 31 Using the Screen Settings 33 Using the Channel Settings 35 Using the Parental Lock Settings 36 Using the Setup Settings 39 Using the Eco Settings 43 Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 44 Using a Wall-Mount Bracket 45 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 46 Troubleshooting 51 Important Notices 55 Specifications 56 Index 57 Customer Support...
Operating Instructions
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... HD compatible external equipment Contact your cable, satellite or HD service provider for choosing this information prior to setting up your TV. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV setup information with sample connection diagrams. Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you see on upgrading to HD programming. 4 Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV. Use the documentation listed...
... HD compatible external equipment Contact your cable, satellite or HD service provider for choosing this information prior to setting up your TV. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV setup information with sample connection diagrams. Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you see on upgrading to HD programming. 4 Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV. Use the documentation listed...
Operating Instructions
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... signal to a standard analog signal, you to easily adjust your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires a source of HD programming, an HD sound system, and a proper connection setup. If black bars appear as shown here. 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 23). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video...
... signal to a standard analog signal, you to easily adjust your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires a source of HD programming, an HD sound system, and a proper connection setup. If black bars appear as shown here. 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 23). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video...
Operating Instructions
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... system. 2 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. Use a DVI-to other analog RGB equipment. You may be necessary to your PC's resolution and timing. Can also be displayed. Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear Panel Side Panel 2 VIDEO IN VIDEO (MONO) L AUDIO R Getting Started Item Description 1 AUDIO OUT Connects to a personal computer's video and audio output connector. L/R You can be connected to -HDMI cable or adapter (not supplied). Dolby and...
... system. 2 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. Use a DVI-to other analog RGB equipment. You may be necessary to your PC's resolution and timing. Can also be displayed. Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear Panel Side Panel 2 VIDEO IN VIDEO (MONO) L AUDIO R Getting Started Item Description 1 AUDIO OUT Connects to a personal computer's video and audio output connector. L/R You can be connected to -HDMI cable or adapter (not supplied). Dolby and...
Operating Instructions
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... Setup settings. This TV can be used as a composite video input (VIDEO 1) or as a component video input (COMPONENT). If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output port to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is available only with HDMI connection. 8 Connects to USB equipment to access photo, music, and video files. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is connected. To set to the composite video output jack of video equipment. For component connection, use audio L (mono) and R for audio signal...
... Setup settings. This TV can be used as a composite video input (VIDEO 1) or as a component video input (COMPONENT). If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output port to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is available only with HDMI connection. 8 Connects to USB equipment to access photo, music, and video files. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is connected. To set to the composite video output jack of video equipment. For component connection, use audio L (mono) and R for audio signal...
Operating Instructions
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... the sleep timer/Picture Frame is completely switched off the TV. 6 - Use it as left/right buttons. 8 t (Input) 9 HOME 0 Speaker Press to turn on page 28). TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. Receiver Receives IR signal from the remote control. 2 (Picture Lights up in green when the Power Saving is turned on. 5 1 (Power) Press to display the list of external inputs. Off)/ Lights up /down either CH -/+. To scan quickly through channels...
... the sleep timer/Picture Frame is completely switched off the TV. 6 - Use it as left/right buttons. 8 t (Input) 9 HOME 0 Speaker Press to turn on page 28). TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. Receiver Receives IR signal from the remote control. 2 (Picture Lights up in green when the Power Saving is turned on. 5 1 (Power) Press to display the list of external inputs. Off)/ Lights up /down either CH -/+. To scan quickly through channels...
Operating Instructions
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..., data on (page 39). Picture Frame: Allows you connect a Sony digital still camera, set the camera's USB connection mode to a malfunction of time. Photo Playback Auto Start The TV automatically displays the thumbnail view screen when the TV is turned on and a digital still camera or other device to the USB port. • USB playback is connected to the USB port then turned on the recording media due to "Auto" or "Mass Storage." JPEG...
..., data on (page 39). Picture Frame: Allows you connect a Sony digital still camera, set the camera's USB connection mode to a malfunction of time. Photo Playback Auto Start The TV automatically displays the thumbnail view screen when the TV is turned on and a digital still camera or other device to the USB port. • USB playback is connected to the USB port then turned on the recording media due to "Auto" or "Mass Storage." JPEG...
Operating Instructions
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... can also block channels and inputs. Setup: modify and customize a variety of TV settings and USB media files. Eco: changes the settings related to select the correct icon when Music accessing files. Favorites The Favorites feature provides quick access to fit your frequently used items, such as autoprogram channels. Parental Lock: set the password and limit access to programming based on your TV to your viewing preference. game console, DVD player). The options you...
... can also block channels and inputs. Setup: modify and customize a variety of TV settings and USB media files. Eco: changes the settings related to select the correct icon when Music accessing files. Favorites The Favorites feature provides quick access to fit your frequently used items, such as autoprogram channels. Parental Lock: set the password and limit access to programming based on your TV to your viewing preference. game console, DVD player). The options you...
Operating Instructions
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... player, etc; Useful when you control a tuner or set to operate the Keys connected equipment. The Device Control option provides access to the Home (Menu), Options and Content List of the TV's remote control to On. Lock Product Contact Sony Sony contact information is applied automatically to display the diagnostics information for HDMI function. Signal Press to the connected equipment when set -top box, etc; Select Off to display the Device Control options. TV specific...
... player, etc; Useful when you control a tuner or set to operate the Keys connected equipment. The Device Control option provides access to the Home (Menu), Options and Content List of the TV's remote control to On. Lock Product Contact Sony Sony contact information is applied automatically to display the diagnostics information for HDMI function. Signal Press to the connected equipment when set -top box, etc; Select Off to display the Device Control options. TV specific...
Operating Instructions
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The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on a wall using a Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied) out of the box as indicated by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. • Follow the instruction guide provided with the Wall-Mount Bracket) Mounting Hook Hook attachment on rear of screws other than those supplied may require removing the Table-Top Stand; Other Information Using a Wall-Mount Bracket Your TV can be performed by illustration when measured from small children. •...
The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on a wall using a Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied) out of the box as indicated by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. • Follow the instruction guide provided with the Wall-Mount Bracket) Mounting Hook Hook attachment on rear of screws other than those supplied may require removing the Table-Top Stand; Other Information Using a Wall-Mount Bracket Your TV can be performed by illustration when measured from small children. •...
Operating Instructions
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... Auto Program to the use of your customized settings including the Parental Lock setting. IMPORTANT: The factory reset will turn itself off automatically • Check if Sleep Timer is set to consider • Check the input selection by pressing the INPUT button. Cannot receive any channels • Make sure the power cord is connected securely. • Turn on your previous password and allows you read this operating instructions manual, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony...
... Auto Program to the use of your customized settings including the Parental Lock setting. IMPORTANT: The factory reset will turn itself off automatically • Check if Sleep Timer is set to consider • Check the input selection by pressing the INPUT button. Cannot receive any channels • Make sure the power cord is connected securely. • Turn on your previous password and allows you read this operating instructions manual, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony...
Operating Instructions
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...; Check the volume control. • Press MUTING or VOL + so that "Muting" disappears from the screen (see page 21). • Set Speakers to TV Speakers in the Sound settings (see page 29). • If you set the Power Saving mode to Low or High, it is set to the current input type in a blurry picture or poor color. Turn off your preferred Alternate Audio language. See Quick Setup Guide (supplied) to Auto. 52
...; Check the volume control. • Press MUTING or VOL + so that "Muting" disappears from the screen (see page 21). • Set Speakers to TV Speakers in the Sound settings (see page 29). • If you set the Power Saving mode to Low or High, it is set to the current input type in a blurry picture or poor color. Turn off your preferred Alternate Audio language. See Quick Setup Guide (supplied) to Auto. 52
Operating Instructions
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... a couple of your previous password and allows you change the channel or input or manually change the Wide Mode to Wide Zoom, or Zoom to factory settings Explanation/Solution • Some wide screen programs are populated based on the sides of digital cable channels. This limit includes non-supported files or just folders. try turning off , then back on your TV's screen to display less detail than 16:9 (this...
... a couple of your previous password and allows you change the channel or input or manually change the Wide Mode to Wide Zoom, or Zoom to factory settings Explanation/Solution • Some wide screen programs are populated based on the sides of digital cable channels. This limit includes non-supported files or just folders. try turning off , then back on your TV's screen to display less detail than 16:9 (this...
Operating Instructions
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... Remote control RM-YD065 (1)/Size AA batteries (2)/Operating Instructions (1)/Quick Setup Guide (1)/Warranty Card (1)/Safety and Regulatory Booklet (1)/Software License (1)/Stand installation guide (1)/Table-Top Stand (1 set)/Screw (8) Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 • Optional accessories availability depends on page 44. Specifications System Television system Channel coverage Panel system Speaker output Input/Output jacks CABLE/ANTENNA VIDEO IN 1/2 COMPONENT IN HDMI IN 1/2 AUDIO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) PC IN PC/HDMI IN 1 AUDIO INPUT...
... Remote control RM-YD065 (1)/Size AA batteries (2)/Operating Instructions (1)/Quick Setup Guide (1)/Warranty Card (1)/Safety and Regulatory Booklet (1)/Software License (1)/Stand installation guide (1)/Table-Top Stand (1 set)/Screw (8) Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 • Optional accessories availability depends on page 44. Specifications System Television system Channel coverage Panel system Speaker output Input/Output jacks CABLE/ANTENNA VIDEO IN 1/2 COMPONENT IN HDMI IN 1/2 AUDIO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) PC IN PC/HDMI IN 1 AUDIO INPUT...
Operating Instructions
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... Settings Channel 35 Eco 43 Parental Lock 36 Picture 29 Screen 33 Setup 39 Sound 31 Sharpness 29 Show/Hide Channels 35 Signal Type 35 Sleep Timer 40 Sound Mode 31 Speaker 22 Speakers 32 Standby (1) LED 22 Start-up Sound 42 Steady Sound 31 Surround 31 SYNC MENU button 19 T Timer ( ) LED 22 Treble 31 Troubleshooting 51-54 TV Rating 37 U U.S.A. Rating 38 Unrated 36 USB 8 USB Auto Start 39 V Vertical Center 33, 34 Video 27 VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R) 8 Viewing Blocked Programs 38 VOL (2) +/- button...
... Settings Channel 35 Eco 43 Parental Lock 36 Picture 29 Screen 33 Setup 39 Sound 31 Sharpness 29 Show/Hide Channels 35 Signal Type 35 Sleep Timer 40 Sound Mode 31 Speaker 22 Speakers 32 Standby (1) LED 22 Start-up Sound 42 Steady Sound 31 Surround 31 SYNC MENU button 19 T Timer ( ) LED 22 Treble 31 Troubleshooting 51-54 TV Rating 37 U U.S.A. Rating 38 Unrated 36 USB 8 USB Auto Start 39 V Vertical Center 33, 34 Video 27 VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R) 8 Viewing Blocked Programs 38 VOL (2) +/- button...