Page 2 - Welcome to the Sony Online Reference Book; For the best online experience, use the latest version of; Introduction
Welcome to the Sony Online Reference Book T his manual is a part of Sony’s eco-friendly initiatives to help reduce the consumption of natural resources. Use the printed Operating Instructions, the Quick SetupGuide, and this online Reference Book to fully enjoy your T V. For the best online experienc...
Page 3 - Getting Started; Installing the TV
Getting Started Installing the TV Locating Inputs and Outputs Connecting the TV Initial Setup Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus | Other Information | Specifications Copyright © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Getting Started Operatin...
Page 5 - Carrying the TV
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Carrying the TV Carrying the TV Some TV models are packaged with a detached Table-Top Stand so you can mount it to a wall right away. If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, you will need to attach the Table-Top Stand. You will need a Phillips screwdrive...
Page 6 - Preparation for a Table-Top Stand
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Preparation for a Table-Top Stand Preparation for a Table-Top Stand Follow the assembling steps required to place on a TV stand (except model, KDL-52V5100). 1) Remove the Table-Top Stand from the carton and the four screws from the bag attached to the Tabl...
Page 7 - Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket; ) Unplug the AC power cord and disconnect all the cables from the TV.
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket All models except the 52 inch (measured diagonally) model can be mounted to a wall using the Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied) out of the box as packaged. If you are mounting the 52 ...
Page 8 - To Customers
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket (Page 1) To Customers To Sony Dealers and Licensed Contractors Your TV can be wall-mounted using a Wall-Mount Bracket (sold separately). Use your TV with the Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model ...
Page 9 - Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket and Mounting Hooks; Dimensions Table
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket (Page 2) Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket and Mounting Hooks 1) Open the Wall-Mount Bracket package and check for all the required parts including the instruction. 2) See the Installation...
Page 10 - Screw and Hook Locations Diagram; ) Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the TV.; Screw location; Hook location
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket (Page 3) Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket and Mounting Hooks 3) Disconnect all cables and remove the Table-Top Stand. Screw and Hook Locations Diagram 4) Secure the Mounting Hook to the r...
Page 11 - When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area; Consider the following for best picture quality; Never install the TV set as follows:; Installed on the wall
Getting Started > Installing the TV > When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your TV has adequate air circulation. Allow enough space around the TV as shown below. Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below...
Page 12 - Bundling the Connecting Cables
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Bundling the Connecting Cables Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables with the supplied cable clamper as illustrated. Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables. Back to When Installing the TV Against a Wall...
Page 13 - Prevent the TV from Toppling Over
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Securing the TV Securing the TV (Page 1) Prevent the TV from Toppling Over Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV. Never install the TV on: slippery,...
Page 14 - Use a Sony TV Stand
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Securing the TV Securing the TV (Page 2) Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand and follow the instruction manual provided with the Sony TV stand. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used, consider the following recommended measures. Recommended...
Page 15 - Anchor the TV to the Wall
Getting Started > Installing the TV > Securing the TV Securing the TV (Page 3) Anchor the TV to the Wall Use the hardware listed below (not supplied): Two M6 × 12-16 mm anchor bolts (screw into the top-most wall-mount holes located on the rear of the TV) Rope or chain (attach to one M6 anc...
Page 16 - Locating Inputs and Outputs
Getting Started > Locating Inputs and Outputs Locating Inputs and Outputs Click on a number to view that feature's description. Click a number on the diagram for more information. Be sure to refer to the Quick Setup Guide for: High quality picture performances Combination of equipment connect...
Page 28 - Connecting the TV; Input Signal Reference Chart
Getting Started > Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Input Signal Reference Chart Cable System or/and VHF/UHF Antenna System HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box PC Other Equipment Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus | Other Information | Specification...
Page 29 - PC Input Signal Reference Chart
Getting Started > Connecting the TV > Input Signal Reference Chart Input Signal Reference Chart The following chart shows the high-definition (HD) and standard-definition (SD) video formats supported by your BRAVIA TV inputs. * For supported PC formats see the PC Input Signal Reference Chart ....
Page 30 - Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System; Be sure to set the Cable setting to Cable or Antenna in the
Getting Started > Connecting the TV > Cable System or/and VHF/UHF Antenna System Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in your area) along with standard-definition a...
Page 31 - HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box; Shown with HDMI Connection; Channel
Getting Started > Connecting the TV > HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipm...
Page 32 - PC; PC and HDMI Input Signal Reference Chart; Setup Menu
Getting Started > Connecting the TV > PC PC Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting a HD15-HD15 cable 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.) PC and HDMI Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting ...
Page 33 - Other Equipment
Getting Started > Connecting the TV > Other Equipment Other Equipment Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. Back to PC Next to Initial Setup Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus | Other Information | Spec...
Page 34 - Initial Setup
Getting Started > Initial Setup Initial Setup The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on the TV for the first time (shown to the right).1) Select the language for the on-screen display text.2) Select HOME or Retail mode.3) Connect cable or antenna, then select OK to run Auto Program. If ...
Page 35 - Operating the TV; TV Controls & Indicators
Operating the TV TV Controls & Indicators The Remote Control Remote Control Button Description Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus | Other Information | Specifications Copyright © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Getting Started Opera...
Page 36 - TV Controls and Indicators
Operating the TV > TV Controls and Indicators TV Controls and Indicators Click a number for more information. Back to Operating the TV Next to The Remote Control Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus | Other Information | Specifications Copyright © 2009 Sony...
Page 46 - The Remote Control; Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control; When Using the Remote Control; Follow the guidelines below
Operating the TV > The Remote Control The Remote Control Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching and on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. When Using the Remote Control Follow the guidelines be...
Page 47 - Remote Control Button Description
Operating the TV > Remote Control Button Description Remote Control Button Description Click a button on the remote control for more information. Back to The Remote Control Next to Using Features Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus | Other Information | Sp...
Page 64 - Using Features; Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI
Using Features Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI Favorites Wide Mode Wide Mode with PC Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus | Other Information | Specifications Copyright © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Getting Started Operating...
Page 65 - To connect Sony equipment with Control for HDMI; Available options using Control for HDMI; Control for HDMI
Using Features > Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI The BRAVIA Sync function on this TV communicates with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function. To connect Sony equipment with Control for HDMI Use an HDMI cable that bears the HD...
Page 66 - Favorites; Adding to Favorites
Using Features > Favorites Favorites With Favorites, you can manage your preferred TV channels and External Inputs. Adding to Favorites Navigating Favorites Back to Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI Next to Adding to Favorites Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features |...
Page 67 - Displaying Favorites; Press FAVORITES on the remote control.
Using Features > Favorites > Adding to Favorites Adding to Favorites Displaying Favorites Press FAVORITES on the remote control. 1) Press TOOLS to add the current channel or input while you are watching it.2) Highlight Add to Favorites and press . Auto Program will clear your TV channels and...
Page 68 - Navigating Favorites; Removing from Favorites
Using Features > Favorites > Navigating Favorites Navigating Favorites Removing from Favorites 1) Press / to move between saved selections in a carousel-like fashion. 2) When the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted, press / to toggle between them.3) To tune to an item, highligh...
Page 69 - Wide Mode; Press MENU then go to the; Changing the Wide Screen Mode; Press WIDE repeatedly to cycle through the available modes.; Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC Timing; Full Pixel displays the picture in its native resolution.
Exploring Fun Features > Wide Mode Wide Mode The Wide Mode feature allows you to select the screen display of your preference. Based on the original source, a black frame or black bars may surround the picture.You can manually change the Wide Mode setting while watching TV by pressing the WIDE bu...
Page 70 - Using the Menus; Navigating through TV Menus
Using the Menus The MENU button allows you to access the variety of TV settings for you to customize the settings. Navigating through TV Menus / button: Allows you to highlight options where applicable. button: Allows you to select the highlighted option and advance to the next screen. button: Allow...
Page 71 - Menu Descriptions
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions Menu Descriptions Using the Picture Menu Using the Sound Menu Using the Screen Menu Using the Channel Menu Using the USB Menu Using the Parental Lock Using the Setup Menu Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using Features | Using the Menus...
Page 72 - Using the Picture Menu; Advanced Settings
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the Picture Menu Using the Picture Menu Picture Mode Reset Backlight Picture Brightness Color Hue Color Temperature Sharpness Noise Reduction Adv. Contrast Enhancer Gamma Clear White Live Color Advanced Settings CineMoti...
Page 91 - Using the Sound Menu; Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting.
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the Sound Menu Using the Sound Menu Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting. Sound Mode Reset Surround Steady Sound Treble Bass Balance Volume Offset Speakers Alt. Audio/MTS Click a link to the left for more inform...
Page 95 - Turns off Steady Sound.
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the So und Menu Using the Sound Menu Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting. Sound ModeResetSurroundSteady SoundTrebleBassBalanceVolume OffsetSpeakersAlt. Audio/MTS Steady Sound On Stabilizes the volume across all programs and commer...
Page 102 - Using the Screen Menu
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the Screen Menu Using the Screen Menu Wide Mode Auto Wide 4:3 Default Vertical Center Vertical Size Horizontal Size Phase Wide Mode (For PC timings) Click a link to the left for more information. Back to Using the Sound Menu Next to U...
Page 111 - Using the Channel Menu
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions >Using the Channel Menu Using the Channel Menu Cable/Antenna Add Digital Channels Auto Program Manage Channels Manage Inputs Video/Component 1 Control for HDMI Device List Device Auto Power off TV Auto Power On Signal Diagnostics Click ...
Page 123 - Using the USB Menu; Photo and Music; Enjoying Photos through the USB Port
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the USB Menu Using the USB Menu Photo and Music Enjoying Photos through the USB Port The TV offers easy access to JPEG photos stored on a USB connected memory device. Connecting USB Equipment The USB port is located on the side TV panel. Gently inser...
Page 131 - Using the Parental Lock; To View Blocked Programs; For Country selection of Canada:
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the Parental Lock Using the Parental Lock The Parental Lock feature allows you to block programs according to their content and rating levels and block channels (regardless of the programs). Password is necessary in setting up blocking. Use 0-9 butto...
Page 144 - Using the Setup Menu; Info Banner
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu z Closed Captions (CC) z Info Banner z Clock/Timers: Sleep z Clock/Timers: Current Time z Clock/Timers: Timer z Language z Eco: Backlight z Eco: PC Power Management z Eco: Light Sensor z Picture Adjustments Lock z ...
Page 148 - to select Current Time.
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Closed Captions (CC)Info BannerClock/Timers: SleepClock/Timers: Current TimeClock/Timers: TimerLanguageEco: BacklightEco: PC Power ManagementEco: Light SensorPicture Adjustments LockProduct Support Clock/Timers: Cu...
Page 149 - To set the Days press /
Using the Menus > Menu Descriptions > Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Closed Captions (CC)Info BannerClock/Timers: SleepClock/Timers: Current TimeClock/Timers: TimerLanguageEco: BacklightEco: PC Power ManagementEco: Light SensorPicture Adjustments LockProduct Support Clock/Timers: Ti...
Page 156 - Other Information; Troubleshooting
Other Information If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of the following numbers: z http://www.sony.com/tvsupport for US Support z http://www.sony.ca/support for Canadian Support z 1-800-222-SONY...
Page 157 - Troubleshooting - No Picture; No picture
Other Information > Troubleshooting - No Picture Troubleshooting - No Picture z No picture z Cannot receive or select channels z TV is locked to one channel z The TV turns off automatically z No picture from some video sources Click a condition to the left for an explanation/solution. Back to Oth...
Page 163 - Troubleshooting - Poor picture; Double images or ghosts
Other Information > Troubleshooting - Poor Picture Troubleshooting - Poor picture z Double images or ghosts z Only snow and noise appear on the screen z Dotted lines or stripes z No color / Dark picture / Color is not correct / The picture is too bright z Noisy picture z Blurry picture / Poor col...
Page 170 - Troubleshooting - No Sound; No sound / Good picture
Other Information > Troubleshooting - No Sound Troubleshooting - No Sound z No sound / Good picture z Audio noise Click a condition to the left for an explanation/solution. Back to Troubleshooting - Poor Picture Next to Troubleshooting - PC Input Home | Getting Started | Operating the TV | Using ...
Page 173 - Troubleshooting - PC Input; No picture / No signal
Other Information > Troubleshooting - PC Input Troubleshooting - PC Input z No picture / No signal z Poor Picture Click a condition to the left for an explanation/solution. Back to Troubleshooting - No Sound/Noisy Sound Next to Troubleshooting - BRAVIA Sync Home | Getting Started | Operating the ...
Page 176 - Troubleshooting - BRAVIA Sync; Cannot find connected BRAVIA Sync HDMI device
Other Information > Troubleshooting - BRAVIA Sync Troubleshooting - BRAVIA Sync z Cannot find connected BRAVIA Sync HDMI device z Cannot control second AV receiver Click a condition to the left for an explanation/solution. Back to Troubleshooting - PC Input Next to Troubleshooting - General Home ...
Page 179 - Troubleshooting - General
Other Information > Troubleshooting - General Troubleshooting - General z Wide Mode changes automatically z Suddenly the picture gets smaller z “Black box” on screen z Black bands appear at the edges of the screen z Certain programs on DVD or other digital sources display a loss of detail, especi...
Page 189 - Safety and Legal Information
Other Information > Safety and Legal Information Safety and Legal Information CAUTION To prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted. Operate the TV only on 120 V AC. Avoid ...
Page 191 - Index
Other Information > Index Index # 0-9 buttons 4:3 Default A Accessing Music Accessing Photos Add Digital Channels Alt. Audio/MTS Advanced Settings Adv. Contrast Enhancer AUDIO OUT jack Auto Program Auto Wide B Backlight Balance Bass BRAVIA Sync buttons Brightness C Cable/Antenna CABLE/ANTENNA inp...
Page 192 - Specifications; Model
Specifications Model KDL-32XBR9 KDL-40SL150 KDL-40V5100 KDL-46V5100 KDL-52V5100 System Television system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality) Channel coverage Analog terrestrial: 2 - 69 / Di...