3-297-694-13(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-32XBR6 KDL-37XBR6 KDL-40V4150 © 2008 Sony Corporation KDL-40V4100 KDL-42V4100 KDL-46V4100 KDL-52V4100 KDL-40W4100 KDL-46W4100 KDL-52W4100 KDL-46W4150
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this TV. Model Name Note This television includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you to receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription service to a cable service provider.
Contents Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup ....................4 Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio.......................4 TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar)..........5 Getting Started 1. Installing the TV...............................................6 Carrying the TV ..............................................6 Preparation for Table-Top Stand ....................6 Preparation for Wall-Mount Bracket ...............
Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming.
TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is an easy way to access the TV settings for customizing, making adjustments, viewing the available TV channels and selecting the connected equipment. Press the HOME button on your remote control to display the XMB™.
Getting Started 1. Installing the TV This TV can be mounted on a wall using a WallMount Bracket or placed on a TV stand (each sold separately). This section will explain: • How to carry the TV • Preparation for a Table-Top stand • Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket • Installation against a wall or enclosed area • Bundling the connecting cables • Securing the TV Preparation for Table-Top Stand Follow the assembling steps required to place on a TV stand (except models: KDL-52V4100 and KDL-52W4100).
Preparation for Wall-Mount Bracket • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and the wall-mounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. • For bracket installation, refer to the supplied “Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket” and the instruction guide provided by the Wall-Mount Bracket model for your TV.
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 41 °F (5 °C). • When moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area, a sudden room temperature change may cause the TV’s picture to blur or show poor color due to moisture condensation. Should this occur, please wait a few hours to allow the moisture to evaporate before powering on the TV.
Securing the TV Prevent the TV from Toppling Over s Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. s Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. s Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV. s Never install the TV on: • slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces. • furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers. s Install the TV where it cannot be pulled, pushed, or knocked over.
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Item Description 1 VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of video equipment. If both composite video and S VIDEO are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority. Getting Started VIDEO IN 2/3 VIDEO/L(MONO)AUDIO-R Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your A/V equipment. ~ • If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV’s L (MONO) audio input jack.
3. Connecting the TV HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standarddefinition digital programming (if available in your area) along with standard-definition analog programming. ~ • This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).
Shown with DVI Connection VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN 3 1 IN PC IN 2 1 DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) HD cable box/ HD satellite box Y RGB S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR Getting Started DVI-to-HDMI cable Rear of TV 1 CATV/Satellite antenna cable 3 4 AUDIO OUT L L (MONO) L AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO R AUDIO L R R AUDIO R (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (VAR/FIX) AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) Audio cable ~ • If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 4 (with DVI-to
PC Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting a HD15 to 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.
Other Equipment DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Audio system Getting Started Blu-ray Disc Player/ “PS3” Personal computer IN 2 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO Rear of TV R VIDEO IN 1 COMPONENT IN 3 1 IN PC IN 2 1 DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) Y RGB S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR 3 4 AUDIO OUT L (MONO) AUDIO R L AUDIO R (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) L AUDIO R AUDIO L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX) CABLE/ANTENNA CABLE/ANTENNA VCR Game system Digital recorder Analog Digital aud
4. Setting Up the Channel List – Initial Setup The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on the TV for the first time. Initial Setup Step 1 of 6 Please select a language. Language settings will apply to on screen display as well as default audio for digital channels. Highlight a choice and press to continue.
s To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto Program at a Later Time Getting Started Select the Initial Setup feature from the XMB™ or perform the steps described in the Initial Setup section on page 42. To run Auto Program, see page 37. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 37. (Useful for antenna installations.
Operating the TV Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Push to open When Using the Remote Control Follow the guidelines below • Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that no objects are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your TV.
Remote Control Button Description 1 2 Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with channel/program information you are watching. The banner will time out in a few seconds or press again to exit. You can select the banner size based on the amount of information. See Info Banner on page 42. Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (Off, 15 min, 30 min, 45 min, 60 min, 90 min or 120 min) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off.
Button Description 7 RETURN Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. Press to display the TV Home Menu/XMB™ to access the TV Home Menu items such as the TV Settings, TV channels and External Inputs list (see pages 5 and 29).
Button Description qk OPTIONS Press to display a list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. The OPTIONS menu items vary based on current input and content.
Button Description w; WIDE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, H Stretch, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen settings (see pages 35 and 36). Changing the Wide Screen Mode 4:3 Original source Standard-definition source 16:9 Original source High-definition source m Wide Zoom m Wide Zoom Normal Normal This mode is not available. Full Full H Stretch H Stretch w; This mode is not available.
Indicators 7 1 2 3 STANDBY 4 Operating the TV PIC OFF/TIMER POWER 5 6 Item Description 1 Speaker Outputs the audio signal. 2 Light Sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly (see page 42 for details). Do not put anything near the sensor and the nearby general area (as shown above), as its function may be affected. 3 PIC OFF/ TIMER LED Lights up in green when the Picture Off feature is activated. Lights up in orange when the timer is set.
Exploring Fun Features Favorites With Favorites, you can manage and customize your preferred TV channels, External Inputs and Background TV themes for easy access. Displaying Favorites Press FAVORITES. Saved channel or external input Background TV Recently viewed channels and inputs Saved channel or external input ~ • The first time you enter Favorites, the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted.
Background TV Background TV displays images of current video on your TV that are similar to a screen saver. Background TV is available from the CABLE/ ANTENNA and Composite inputs. Navigating Background TV 1 2 3 4 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 Tune to one of the inputs listed above. Press OPTIONS.
How to Use TV Guide On Screen Use the Guide to find the show that you want to watch. The Guide allows you to search for shows by program categories and by keyword. The Guide provides up to two days of TV programming information. The Guide is available with cable service (without a cable box) or over-the-air antenna. Be sure to complete the Initial Setup on page 16 to use this service.
To Do This … Do This… Search program Press V/v/B/b to highlight SEARCH on Service Bar. You can search for programs using the following options: KEYWORD, ALPHABETICAL, MOVIES, SPORTS, CHILDREN, EDUCATIONAL, NEWS, VARIETY, SERIES and HDTV. Press then press B/b to highlight your search option. Press V/v to narrow your search. Press when you found the program. If the program is airing now, press to watch. Keyword search Keyword search can be done by type, category or subcategory of a program.
~ Using P&P and PIP Features This TV comes with the P&P and PIP features which allow you to view two pictures simultaneously. P&P (picture and picture) provides two windows side by side. PIP (picture in picture) provides PC input signal and TV channels. • To swap audio in P&P mode, use the B/b button to swap the highlight between the Main Window and Sub Window. • To swap audio in PIP mode, press OPTIONS, then press V/v to highlight Audio Swap.
Using TV Settings The HOME button allows you to access the TV Home Menu on the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features. Product Support Clock/Timers The XMB™ displays the Media Category icons (horizontally) and available features (vertically) within the highlighted icon. Settings Using TV Settings Sound Screen The XMB™ is shown here with Settings highlighted. Channel TV Media Category Icons Adjusting TV Settings Settings Customize the TV settings with various options.
Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB™ 1 Press HOME to display the XMB™. 2 Press B/b to select a Media Category icon. Settings Available TV settings and features are listed under the Settings icon. 3 TV Guide On Screen and available channels are listed under the TV icon. Select inputs from CTRL: HDMI (Control for HDMI) Video 1-3 Component 1-2 HDMI 1-4 PC under the External Inputs icon. Press V/v to move within the Category Object Bar. (The Category Object Bar shown below is for Settings.
TV Settings Descriptions Product Support Contact Sony Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TV’s specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings if available from the TV are displayed here. Signal Diagnostics Press Software Update Press to view the current software version and check for software updates. Press V/v to choose the new version and press to start the software update.
Picture Settings Picture Adjustments Picture Mode For Video For Photo Vivid For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard For standard picture settings. Recommended for home entertainment. Cinema For viewing film-based content. Most suitable for viewing in a theater-like environment. Custom Allows you to store your preferred settings. Photo-Vivid For enhancing contrast and sharpness. Photo-Standard For standard viewing; select for home use.
Advanced Settings Available in the following Picture Modes: Standard, Cinema, Custom, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, and Photo-Custom. Reset Resets all the advanced settings to the default values. Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast. Advanced C.E. Automatically optimizes the backlight and (Advanced contrast. This setting is especially effective for Contrast Enhancer) dark picture scenes. Gamma Adjusts the balance between light and dark areas of the picture.
Sound Settings Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting. Sound Adjustments Sound Mode Dynamic Enhances treble and bass. Standard Standard sound optimized for home use. Clear Voice Suitable for spoken dialog. Reset Resets the current settings to the default values. Treble Increases or decreases higher-pitched sounds. Bass Increases or decreases lower-pitched sounds. Balance Emphasizes left or right speaker balance.
Audio Out Easy control of volume adjustment Fixed Select to fix the audio output and allow you to adjust the volume with your audio system’s remote control. (The TV’s remote control’s VOL and MUTING buttons have no effect on the Audio Out.) Variable Select to control the volume of your TV’s speakers or audio system with your TV’s remote control. ~ • Alternate Audio is available only for digital programs.
Display Area Full Pixel Displays the picture for 1080i, 1080p or 1080/24p sources in its original size. Normal Displays the picture in its original size. -1/-2 Enlarges the picture to hide the edges of the picture. ~ • For 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p, feature is only available when Wide Mode is set to Full. Screen Position Adjust the Vertical positioning by pressing V/v. Press B/b to adjust the Horizontal positioning.
Channel Settings Signal Type Cable For receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. Antenna For receiving signal via over-the-air antenna. ~ • You should run Auto Program after changing the Signal Type setting. Auto Program Automatically sets the channel list in the TV for all receivable channels. Channel scanning will be based on the Signal Type (Cable/Antenna) setting. 1 Select Auto Program. 2 Select OK to start Auto Program.
CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings CC Display This option allows you to view Closed Captions (CC). On Enables CC Display. Off Disables CC Display. On with Muting Automatically displays closed captions when the TV is muted. Analog CC For the basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options. CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4 Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects of a program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.
Rating Off Turns off Parental Lock. No programs are blocked from viewing based on their ratings.
Custom Rating System Chart For Country selection of U.S.A.
External Inputs Settings Manage Inputs Follow the steps below to customize your input menu for easy recognition when the INPUT button is pressed or when selecting an input from the XMB™. 1 Press V/v to highlight your input selection. 2 Press to set Enable setting to either Always or Auto. Always option will display this input in the input menu at all times. With the Auto option, the input with connected icon will only appear when external equipment is connected and/or an HDMI signal is present.
General Setup Settings Language Select the language of your choice from English, Español and Français to be used for displaying all the on-screen settings. Info Banner Displays the program name and the program information such as program title and program rating (if available from the broadcaster). Select the amount of program information to display when tuning. Small Select to display minimal channel and program information. Medium Select to display channel and program information.
Other Information Troubleshooting 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: Condition http://www.sony.com/tvsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support Explanation/Solution No picture • Check the Power Saving settings (see page 42). Cannot receive any channels • Make sure the power cord is connected securely.
Condition Explanation/Solution No color / Dark picture / Color • Press PICTURE to select the desired Picture Mode (see page 21). is not correct / The picture is • Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture settings (see page 32). too bright • If you set the Power Saving mode to Low or High, it will enhance the black level (see page 42). Noisy picture • Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable. • Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.
Condition Explanation/Solution “Black box” on screen • You have selected a text option and no text is available (see page 38). To turn off this feature, set the CC Display option to Off. If you were trying to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text1-4. Black bands appear at the edges of the screen • Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16:9 (this is especially common with theatrical releases).
Specifications Model KDL-32XBR6 System Television system Channel coverage Panel system Speaker output Input/Output jacks CABLE/ANTENNA VIDEO IN 1/2/3 COMPONENT IN 1/2 HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) PC IN PC AUDIO INPUT Power and others Power requirement Power consumption in use V and XBR6 series W series in standby Screen size (inches measured diagonally) Display resolution Speaker/Full range (2)**(mm) (inches) Dimensions with stand (mm) (inches) Optional accessories KDL-40V4150 KDL-42
Index 0-9 buttons 20 4:3 Default 35 French Rating 40 A Game Mode 33 GUIDE button 19 AC IN 11 Add Digital Channels 37 Advanced Settings 33 Analog CC 38 Audio Out 35 AUDIO OUT jack 11 Auto Adjust 36 Auto Program 37 Auto Wide 35 B Background TV 25 Backlight 32 Balance 34 Bass 34 Bilingual audio 34 BRAVIA Sync buttons 19 Brightness 32 C CABLE/ANTENNA input 11 CC button 19 CC Display 38 CH +/– button 22 Channel Block 39 Channel Tuning Keys 41 CineMotion 33 Color 32 Color Temperature 32 COMPONENT IN jack (1
For Your Convenience Please contact Sony directly if you: z z Have questions on the use of your television after reading your Operating Instruction manual and Quick Setup Guide Experience difficulty operating your television Contact Sony Customer Support at: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or to speak with a support representative: United States 1-800-222-SONY (7669) Canada 1-877-899-SONY (7669) Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase.