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KDL-55EX640/46EX640/40EX640 4-418-730- Introducing Your New ® BRAVIA Getting Started Operating the TV Using Features Using the Menus Other Information Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: http://www.sony.ca/support United States Canada 1.800.222.SONY 1.877.899.SONY Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store...
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Welcome to the World of BRAVIA Thank you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA documentation listed below to get the most out of your TV. Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV safe. Read this information prior to setting up your TV.
Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as: ➢ BRAVIA ® Sync™: Allows your BRAVIA TV to communicate with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 30). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video icons to access photo, music, and video files from DLNA Certified™...
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➢ Input Selection: Allows you to easily switch between the connected equipment (page 35). ➢ Scene Select: Allows you to easily adjust your TV to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on the scenes for the best quality result for the contents genre you are watching (page 26).
Getting Started Setting Up Your TV Some TV models are packaged with a detached Table-Top Stand so you can mount your TV to a wall right away. If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, you will need to attach the Table-Top Stand.
Attaching the Table-Top Stand Refer to the supplied Table-Top Stand leaflet for proper attachment. • Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the screen. • Be careful to not pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV set to the Table- Top Stand.
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Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV, remove the screws • Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to install corresponding accessories on the TV. • When removing the Table-Top Stand from the TV, lay the display face down on a stable work surface that is larger than the TV.
Adjusting the viewing angle of the This TV can be adjusted within the angles as illustrated. Angle Adjustment (Swivel) • When adjusting the angle, hold the stand with one hand to avoid having the stand slip or TV tip over. * The angle is approximate value.
Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear Panel Item Description 1 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of digital audio equipment that is PCM/ OUT (OPTICAL) Dolby* Digital compatible. 2 PC IN (RGB) Connects to a personal computer’s video and audio output connector. Can also be connected to other analog RGB equipment.
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Item Description 4 CABLE/ RF input that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna. ANTENNA 5 VIDEO IN 1/ This input port can be used as a composite video input (VIDEO 1) or as a COMPONENT component video input (COMPONENT). For composite use, connect the IN/R-AUDIO-L yellow jack to Y for video and use audio L (mono) and R for audio signal.
Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition 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).
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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 equipment to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input located on the back of your TV.
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Shown with Component Connection Rear of TV AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) (red) (blue) Y (green) • If your equipment has a DVI output and not an HDMI output, connect the DVI output to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) and connect the audio output to the AUDIO IN of PC IN.
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Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable connection 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.) •...
Connecting Other Equipment Blu-ray Disc Player/“PS3” player Digital audio equipment (A/V Receiver/ Personal Home Theater) computer Router/ Analog audio Digital Modem equipment recorder (A/V Receiver/ HomeTheater) • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. Digital satellite Digital receiver...
When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Allow enough space around the TV as shown below. Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41 °F (5 °C). Installed with stand inches (30 cm) 4 inches...
Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling over. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Preventing the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand.
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Anchor the TV to the wall by using bolts, wall anchor and chain (or rope). Anchor bolts (not supplied) • Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 •...
Bundling the cables Before bundling the cables, remove the cable holder from the AC cover. Reuse the cable holder to bundle the other cables. • Do not bundle the AC power cord together with other cables. * When installing on the wall, attach the cable holder under the terminals.
Running Initial Setup During initial setup, you will perform the following: • Set the language for the On Screen Display (OSD) text • Choose your viewing country • Select the type of use • Scan for digital and analog channels •...
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• If you cancel the Auto Program, any channels you have selected are not registered. To rescan for available channels, run Auto Program. • Connect either your cable or antenna to the TV (you can connect both using an A-B RF switch (not supplied)); for more details see page 13.
Using the Remote Control To Insert Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AAA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Guidelines to follow • Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV.
Remote Control Button Description • The 5, N and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. Button Description 1 INPUT Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs.
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• When you set Scene Select to Photo, Music, Cinema, Game or Sports, Sound Mode is automatically set to Standard. • The scene select function is not compliant with USB/DLNA-Photo, -Music, -Video, IPTV, Yahoo! Widgets and Internet Browser. Button Description 5 PHOTO Press to display the Photo Frame.
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HDMI equipment from HDMI Device Selection. qh SEN Enables selection of content from the online service “SEN” (Sony Entertainment Network). If “SEN” is unavailable, the “SEN” category is not displayed. qj DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with channel/ program information you are watching.
TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. Do not (IR) Infrared put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function. Receiver Receives IR signal from the remote control. (Picture Lights up in orange when the On Timer/Sleep Timer/Photo Frame is set.
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• For more information about setting up the external inputs labels, see page 63. • The CH + button has a tactile dot. Use it as a reference when operating the TV. • Make sure that the TV is completely switched off before unplugging the power cord.
• Automatically turns the connected video • Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only • The Control for HDMI settings must be set HDMI 1 • When specific Sony equipment compatible RETURN Exit AV Amplifier amplifier on and switches the sound output from the TV speaker to the audio system when you turn the TV on.
Using PIP Feature PIP (picture in picture) displays a picture from a connected PC in full screen, and a TV program or other external input (see below “To Enter PIP” table) in an inset window. (Closed Captions (CC) is not available with PIP mode.) Main Window...
Using PAP feature PAP (picture and picture) displays two pictures (left and right) on the screen simultaneously (e.g. external input and TV program). For details on external equipment, see page 17. Main window To Enter PAP PAP Supported Inputs In main window In sub window Component TV channel (CABLE/...
Favorites Your favorite channels and external inputs can be accessed by pressing the HOME button once they are added to the list. Press HOME. Press V/v to select Favorites, then press Favorites Add to Favorites Cable 4.61 Antenna BBCNEWS Component 3 Antenna 24.6 Cable...
4:3 Original source 16:9 Original source Zoom Zoom Normal is available with 480i or 480p sources only. Wide Mode with PC Wide Mode is also available for the PC settings. When a PC is connected to the TV and PC input is selected, you can change the PC Screen settings.
Playing back Photo/ Music/Video via USB You can enjoy photo/music/video files stored in a Sony digital still camera or camcorder through a USB cable or USB storage device on your TV. Connect a supported USB device to the TV.
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– Do not remove the USB device. The data on the USB device may be damaged. • Sony will not be held liable for any damage to, or loss of, data on the recording media due to a malfunction of any connected devices or the TV.
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USB Video format Extension Container .avi .wmv .asf .mp4 .mov .3gp .mkv .mpg .mpeg .vob .vro .ts, .m2ts USB Music format Extension Audio Codec .mp3 .wma WMA v8 • Playback of the above file formats is not guaranteed. Video Codec XviD MPEG1 MPEG2 MP...
Home Network Connecting to a Home Network You can enjoy various content (e.g. photo/ music/video files) stored on DLNA Certified™ media servers. The home network feature allows you to enjoy network content in other rooms. Playing photo/music/video Press HOME, then select Media > Photo, Music or Video >...
Photo Frame You can enjoy looking at a photo, listening to music, or the clock and calendar, at the same time. Photo Frame Mode Previous Next Today You can enter or exit photo frame mode using any of the following methods: 1 Press HOME, and then select Photo Frame Mode.
To select Clock Display mode There are five calendar display modes. When the Display Mode setting is set to Image and Clock, you can set to Calendar, Analog Clock or Digital Clock. When the Display Mode setting is set to Full Screen Clock, you can set to Calendar, Calendar and Clock or Clock.
Preparing a Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Ready lets you easily access the Internet and your home network with the USB Wireless LAN Adapter UWA-BR100. By inserting the USB Wireless LAN Adapter into your TV’s USB port, you can easily create a cable- free network.
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Type 1: Secured network with Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) The WPS standard makes security of a wireless home network as straightforward as pressing the WPS button on the wireless LAN router. Before setting up a wireless LAN, check the location of the WPS button on the router and verify how to use it.
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Type 3: Unsecured network with any type of wireless LAN router To set up a wireless LAN, SSID (wireless network name) will be required. Press HOME, then select Settings > Setup > Network > Network Setup. IP Address setting/Proxy server: –...
If You Cannot Connect to the Internet Use the diagnosis to check possible causes for network connection failures, and settings. Press HOME, then select Settings > Setup > Network > Network Setup. Select View Network settings and status. Select Check Connection. This may take several minutes.
Internet services. Also, the TV may not support functions developed in the future. Note on Internet Browser In no event shall Sony be liable for any damage caused or associated with the use of Internet browser, malfunction (including software) or communication failure.
TV to servers while an Internet connection is available. The servers are under the control of Sony, and MAC address will never be transmitted to servers controlled by other parties. • It is possible that Yahoo! Widgets cannot be used via a Proxy server.
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Select the desired Widget to activate. To launch Yahoo! Widgets Yahoo! Widgets can also launched by pressing the SEN button on the remote control.
Navigating through TV Menus The HOME button allows you to access a variety of TV settings and USB media files. 2 , 3 1 , 4 You can select the frame image which enables you to enjoy with photo, music and clock. For details, see page 39. Photo Frame Mode Enables access to Internet services for TV.
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Photo Media The Photo, Music, and Video icons organize your photo, music, and video files from DLNA Certified™ networked equipment or Sony USB connected equipment. Be sure to select the correct icon when Music accessing files. Refer to the feature section for more information on these icons.
Using the Picture Settings Option Description Picture Mode Displays the options selected in the Scene Select settings (page 26). When Customized Scene Select is set to General, the options below can be selected. picture viewing Vivid Standard Custom Reset Resets the current Picture settings to their defaults, except Picture Mode. Backlight Adjust to brighten or darken the backlight.
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Option Description Advanced Reset Settings Adv. Contrast Enhancer Black Corrector Gamma Clear White Live Color LED Motion Mode White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in detail. • Available Picture options, including options in Advanced Settings depend on Scene Select and Picture Mode. Resets the advanced settings to the default values.
Using the Sound Settings Option Description Sound Mode Sets a sound mode. Sound Mode includes options best suited for video and Customized photographs, respectively. The available options depend on the scene select sound listening settings. Dynamic Standard Clear Voice Custom Reset Resets the current Sound settings to their defaults, except MTS Audio, Alternate Audio and Speakers.
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Option Description MTS Audio Stereo Enjoy stereo, bilingual and Auto SAP mono programs Mono Alternate Audio Select among the available options to switch among the alternate audio Digital channels streams. The program you are tuned to may be broadcasted in a different only language in the alternate audio streams.
Using the Screen Settings Option Description Wide Mode Wide Zoom Fills the screen with minimum distortion. Normal Full Zoom Auto Wide 4:3 Default Wide Zoom Enlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, displaying as Select the default Screen Mode to Normal use for 4:3 sources...
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• Normal in the 4:3 Default setting is not available when you are watching a 720p, 1080i or 1080p source. • If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current channel. When you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting for 4:3 sources.
Using the Channel Settings Option Description Signal Type Cable Antenna Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels. Select Auto Program. Select OK to start Auto Program. Add Digital Select Add Digital Channels. Channels Select OK to add digital channels.
Using the Parental Lock Settings Option Description Password The Parental Lock settings allow you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. Use 0-9 on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time you create a password, confirm the password by entering it again.
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• You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. If you lose your password, see “Lost password” on page 78. • Selecting Clear All will delete the current Downloadable U.S. Rating menu and the menu will no longer be available until the TV is tuned to a channel that contains downloadable ratings.
Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (page 57). Option Description English Rating French Rating 8 ans+ 13 ans+ 16 ans+ 18 ans+ U.S.A. Rating See “US Models” on page 58 for details. Viewing Blocked Programs You can view blocked programs by entering your password.
Using the Setup Settings Option Description Network Network Setup Sets the network status settings. Refresh Internet Content Home Network Setup Reconnects to the Internet to receive available Internet content services. Displays the connected server list. You can select Show/Hide Media the server to display in the Home menu.
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Option Description Photo Frame Display Mode Settings Clock Display Audio Application Image Selection Music Selection Slideshow Setting Music Playback Setting Duration First day of the week USB Auto Select On to start photo playback automatically when the TV is turned on and a Start digital still camera or other device containing photo files is connected to the USB port then turned on.
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Option Description Closed Allows you to select from several closed caption modes (for programs that are Captions broadcast with closed captioning). (CC) CC Display Analog CC Digital CC Digital CC Options • You can turn on Closed Captions (CC) options (On, Off or On when Muting) by pressing the CC button on the remote control.
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Option Description Select Small to display minimal channel and program title or select Large to Info Banner display detailed channel and program information along with the TV icon if you are viewing the TV. This information will appear if it is available from the broadcaster.
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Update Network to update. Links the operations of the TV and the equipment. For specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI, this setting is applied automatically to the connected equipment when set to On. Select On to have your connected equipment with Control for HDMI function power off automatically when the TV is turned off.
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Contact Sony Support Signal Diagnostics Sony contact information is available on this screen for your convenience. TV specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings (if available from the TV) are displayed here. Press to display the diagnostics information for the current...
Using the Eco Settings Option Description Reset Resets the current Eco settings to the default values. Power Saving Select from Off, Low, High, Picture Off to adjust your TV’s power consumption. By selecting the High option, you will reduce the power consumption more than the other available settings.
Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the chart below. Resolution Signals Horizontal × (Pixel) × SVGA × 1,024 ×...
TV. Prepare the TV for the Wall-Mount Bracket before making cable connections. For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket designed for your TV and the installation should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor.
Please provide this installation information as well as the instruction supplied with SU- WL500 Wall-Mount Bracket to your installer. To Sony Dealers and Licensed Contractors To avoid injury and property damage, read these instructions carefully. Periodic inspection and maintenance is highly recommended to ensure that TV is securely mounted.
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For SU-WL500 Step 1: Check the parts required for the installation Open the Wall-Mount Bracket package and check the contents for all required parts along with the Instructions. Step 2: Decide on the installation location Decide where you want to install your TV. Refer to the TV installation dimensions table. Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500.
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Step 3: Install the Base Bracket on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. Step 4: Prepare the TV for wall mount installation Follow the steps below to prepare for installing the TV. Disconnect all the cables from the TV. Detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV.
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Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the TV. Determine the screw locations and secure the Mounting Hooks to the rear of the TV. Refer to the “Screw and Hook Locations Diagram/Table” shown below. 1 Secure the Mounting Hooks to the rear of the TV using only the supplied screws (M6 ×...
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Screw location When installing the Mounting Hooks on the TV. Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook. Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. Step 5: Install the TV on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. • When you put the TV back on the Table-Top Stand, reverse the above steps. •...
Quick Setup Guide provided for connections. If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV even after you read this operating instructions manual, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or call 1-800-222-SONY (7669)
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Condition Explanation/Solution TV is locked to one channel Cannot receive or select channels The TV turns off automatically No picture from some video sources Poor picture Picture quality not as good as viewed at the store Broadcast HD formats have poor quality Double images or ghosts •...
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Condition No sound / Noisy sound No sound but good picture Audio noise No audio or low audio with Home Theater System No color / Irregular picture BRAVIA Sync Cannot find connected BRAVIA Sync HDMI device Second A/V receiver is not listed on the Device List PC Input...
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Condition Explanation/Solution General TV screen feels warm Wide Mode changes automatically Suddenly the picture gets smaller “Black box” on screen Black bands appear at the edges of the screen • Due to the thin profile of this television, the heat generated by the LCD panel backlight and supporting electronics will be more noticeable.
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Condition Certain programs on DVD or other digital sources display a loss of detail, especially during fast-motion or dark scenes Remote control does not operate Some digital cable channels are not being displayed Some photo, music, or video files are not displaying from my USB equipment Photo images appear...
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Condition Explanation/Solution Sometimes video streaming quality is poor when using the wireless Wireless LAN connection fails or radio reception conditions are poor Poor picture on Internet Video Small picture on Internet Video Certain Internet video content displays a loss of detail, especially during fast-motion or dark scenes...
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Condition You cannot add a new Widget Your TV cannot connect to the server A message appears starting that the TV cannot connect to your network DLNA Certified™ media server is inaccessible although it is listed under [Media] in the Home Menu Some photos, music, video files in the...
Pursuant to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Compatible Wall-Mount Bracket Information Use the following Sony Wall-Mount Bracket with your TV model. Sony TV Model No. KDL-55EX640/ KDL-46EX640/ KDL-40EX640...
Specifications 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 / Digital terrestrial: 2 - 69 Analog Cable: 1 - 135 / Digital Cable: 1 - 135 Panel system LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel LED backlight Speaker output...
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Model name KDL- Power and others Power requirement 110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (U.S.A./Canada 120 V AC, 60 Hz) Power consumption in use in standby Less than 0.25 W with 120 V AC and with 240 V AC less than 0.35 W Screen size* (inches measured diagonally) Display resolution...
Parental Lock Picture Screen Setup , 69 Sound Sharpness Show/Hide Channels Signal Type Sleep Timer Software Update Sony Entertainment Network Sound Mode Speakers Standby (1) LED Startup Logo Steady Sound Surround SYNC MENU button Timer ( ) LED Troubleshooting TV Rating U.S.A.