Sony BRAVIA KDL-55BX520 Operating Instructions Manual

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Page 1 Operating Instructions KDL-55BX520 4-295-441-11(1) Introducing Your New BRAVIA Getting Started Operating the TV Using Features Using the Menus Other Information Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States Canada 1.800.222.SONY 1.877.899.SONY Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store...
Page 2 Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the side and 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 Serial No.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Remote Control Button Description ..19 TV Controls and Indicators ....22 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support ® Using Features ®...
Page 4: Introducing Your New Bravia
Introducing Your New BRAVIA 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.
Page 5: Bravia
➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video icons to access photo, music, and video files from Sony USB equipment (page 27). ➢ PIP (Picture in Picture): You can work on your PC and watch your favorite TV program simultaneously (page 24).
Page 6: Getting Started
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.
Page 7: Locating Inputs And Outputs
Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear Panel Item Description 1 AUDIO OUT Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your analog audio equipment. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system. 2 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of digital audio equipment that is PCM/Dolby* OUT (OPTICAL)
Page 8 Item Description 6 VIDEO IN 1/ This input port can be used as a composite video input (VIDEO 1) or as a component video input (COMPONENT). For composite use, connect the yellow COMPONENT jack to Y for video and use audio L (mono) and R for audio signal. For component IN/R-AUDIO-L connection, use Y, P (MONO)
Page 9: Connecting The Tv
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).
Page 10 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. Shown with HDMI Connection Rear of TV Shown with DVI Connection...
Page 11 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.
Page 12 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.) •...
Page 13: Connecting Other Equipment
Connecting Other Equipment Digital audio equipment (A/V Receiver/Home CABLE/ Theater) ANTENNA Analog audio Personal equipment computer (A/V Receiver/ HomeTheater) Blu-ray Disc Player/ “PS3” • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. Digital recorder Digital satellite player receiver...
Page 14: 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 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...
Page 15: Securing The Tv
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.
Page 16 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 •...
Page 17: Running Initial Setup
Running Initial Setup During initial setup, you will perform the following: • Set the language for the On Screen Display (OSD) text • Choose your viewing environment • Scan for digital and analog channels Complete your cable connections before beginning the Initial Setup. Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) for sample connection diagrams.
Page 18: Operating The Tv
Operating the TV Using the Remote Control To Insert 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 Guidelines to follow •...
Page 19: Remote Control Button Description
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. See page 26.
Page 20 • When you set Scene Select to Photo, Music, Cinema, Game or Sports, Sound Mode is automatically set to Dynamic. Button Description 4 SCENE Optimizes picture and sound quality by selecting the following items. Cinema: Delivers picture and sound just like in a theater.
Page 21 Button Description 8 0-9 Press 0-9 to select a channel. Use with 0-9 to select digital channels. For example, to enter 2.1, press 0 VOL (2) Press to adjust the volume. +/– qa MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to restore the sound.
Page 22: Tv Controls And Indicators
TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. Do not put (IR) Infrared 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 sleep timer/Picture Frame is set.
Page 23: Bravia Sync Tm With Control For Hdmi
TV to standby mode. HDMI 1 • Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only available for the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync or is compatible with Control for HDMI. • The Control for HDMI settings must be set on both the TV and connected equipment.
Page 24: Using Pip Feature
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...
Page 25: Favorites
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 Antenna 24.6 Cable...
Page 26: Wide Mode With Pc
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. Screen PC Settings Wide Mode Reset Auto Adjustment Phase Pitch Horizontal Center...
Page 27: Playing Back Photo/Music
– 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.
Page 28: Using The Menus
Photo The Photo, Music, and Video icons organize your photo, music, and video files from 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.
Page 29: Using The Picture Settings
Using the Picture Settings Option Description Picture Mode Displays the options selected in the Scene Select settings (page 20). When Scene Select is set to General, the options below can be selected. Customized picture viewing Vivid Standard Custom Cinema Photo Sports Game- Standard...
Page 30 Option Description Advanced Reset Settings Adv. Contrast Enhancer Black Corrector Gamma Clear White Live Color White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in detail. • Even if you change the Motionflow setting, you may not see the effect visually depending on the content.
Page 31: Using The Sound Settings
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 settings. sound listening Dynamic Standard Clear Voice Custom Reset Resets the current Sound settings to their defaults, except MTS Audio, Alternate Audio and Speakers.
Page 32 Option Description Alternate Audio Select among the available options to switch among the alternate audio streams. The Digital channels only program you are tuned to may be broadcasted in a different language in the alternate audio streams. Speakers TV Speakers Audio System Select to use an external audio system for the TV sound.
Page 33: Using The Screen Settings
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 much of the Select the default Screen Mode to use Normal for 4:3 sources...
Page 34 Option Description PC Settings When a PC is connected to the TV and the PC input is selected, the PC settings screen appears instead of the Screen settings. You can also select the PIP feature which allows you to view two pictures simultaneously from OPTIONS button (page 24).
Page 35: Using The Channel Settings
Using the Channel Settings Option Description Favorites Select favorite channels and external inputs (page 25). 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.
Page 36: Using The Parental Lock Settings
Using the Parental Lock Settings Option Description Enter 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.
Page 37 US Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for the U.S., select U.S.A. in the Country setting (page 36). Option Description Movie Rating PG-13 NC-17 and X TV Rating Age-Based Ratings Block programs by TV-Y their rating, content TV-Y7 or both...
Page 38: Viewing Blocked Programs
Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (page 36). Option Description English Rating French Rating 8 ans+ 13 ans+ 16 ans+ 18 ans+ U.S.A. Rating See “US Models” on page 37 for details. Viewing Blocked Programs You can view blocked programs by entering your password.
Page 39: Using The Setup Settings
Using the Setup Settings Option Description USB Auto Select On to start photo playback automatically when the TV is turned on and a digital still Start camera or other device containing photo files is connected to the USB port then turned on. Closed Allows you to select from several closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast Captions...
Page 40 Option Description Sleep Timer Set the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120) that you would like the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically. Language Select to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice: English, Español, Français.
Page 41 Support Signal Diagnostics For specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI, this setting is applied automatically to the connected equipment when set to Select On to have your connected equipment with Control for HDMI function powering off automatically when the TV is turned off.
Page 42 Option Description Initial Setup If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you want to scan all receivable channels, select Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on the screen. Some settings such as Picture, Sound, and Parental Lock will not be affected by this Initial Setup.
Page 43: Using The Eco Settings
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.
Page 44: Other Information
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 WXGA 1,280 1,280 1,360 SXGA 1,280...
Page 45: Using A Wall-Mount Bracket
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.
Page 46: Installing The Wall-Mount Bracket
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.
Page 47 For SU-WL500 Step 1: Checking 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: Deciding 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.
Page 48 Step 3: Installing the Base Bracket on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. Step 4: Preparing the TV for wall mount installation Follow the steps below to prepare for installing the TV. Disconnect all the cables from the TV. Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the TV.
Page 49 Screw location When installing the Mounting Hooks on the TV. Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook. Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks Do not remove any other screws from the TV. Hook location When installing the TV onto Base Bracket.
Page 50 Lift the TV off the Table-Top Stand. Make sure that you carry out this task with at least two or three people (see page 6 for details). Do not attempt to lift the TV by yourself. Step 5: Installing the TV on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500.
Page 51: Troubleshooting
Many of the poor pictures and poor sound conditions are related to improper connection of the cables; refer to the 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)
Page 52 Condition Poor picture Picture quality not as good as viewed at the store Broadcast HD formats have poor quality Double images or ghosts Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes No color / Dark picture / Color is not correct / The picture is too bright Noisy picture...
Page 53 Condition Explanation/Solution BRAVIA Sync Cannot find connected • Make sure that the Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the BRAVIA Sync HDMI device Second A/V receiver is not • Only one A/V receiver may be used with the BRAVIA Sync and listed on the Device List PC Input No picture / No signal...
Page 54 Condition Black bands appear at the edges of the screen 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...
Page 55: Important Notices
Telecommunications Industry Association (www.eiae.org). To Customers Sufficient expertise is required for TV installations. Be sure to subcontract the installation to a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and pay adequate attention to safety during the installation. Pour les clients résidant au Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à...
Page 56: Specifications
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 Power and others Power requirement Power consumption in use in standby Screen size...
Page 57: Index
Index 0-9 buttons 4:3 Default Add Digital Channels Advanced Settings Alternate Audio Analog Fine Tune AUDIO OUT Auto Display Area , 35 Auto Program Auto Shut Off Auto Wide AV Setup Backlight Balance Bass Brightness CABLE/ANTENNA CC button , 22 CH +/–...
Page 60 Online Registration: © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A. For Your Convenience Be sure to register your TV. United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 4-295-441-11(1)

Sony BRAVIA KDL-55BX520 Operating Instructions Manual

Introducing Your New BRAVIA

Getting Started

Operating the TV

Using Features

Using the Menus

Other Information

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