Sony BRAVIA KDL-46BX421 Operating Instructions Manual
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4-270-476-11 (3)
LCD
Digital Color TV
Introducing Your New BRAVIA ®
Getting Started
Operating the TV
Using Features
Using the Menus
Other Information
BRAVIA
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
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- Page 1 4-270-476-11 (3) Introducing Your New BRAVIA ® Getting Started Digital Color TV 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 BRAVIA Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store...
- Page 2 U.S. the TV. Record these nmnbers in the spaces provided below. Environmental Protection Agency and Relcr to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer Department of Energy. regarding this TV. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of these...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN ....Using a Wall-Mount Bracket ..... Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket ..Troubleshooting ...... Important Notices ..... Specifications ......Index ....... Customer Support On-line Registration United States United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport http://productregistration.sony.com Canada Canada http://www.sony.ca/support http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration... -
Page 4: Introducing Your New Bravia
Introducing Your New BRAVIA ® Welcome to the World of BRA VIA ® Thank you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the documentation listed below to get the most out of your TV. Safety Booklet Quick Setup Guide... -
Page 5: The Four Steps To A Stunning Hd Experience
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 Side Panel CABLE/ ANTENNA £b AUDIO 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. DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of digital audio equipment... - Page 8 VIDEO IN 11 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 yellow IN/R-AUDIO-L jack to Y for video and use audio L (mono) and R for audio signal.
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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 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 CATV/Satellite antenna cable...
- Page 11 Shown with Component Connection CATV/Satellite antenna cable Rear of TV HD cable box/ HD satellite box .._ Oompon £b AUDIO-R (red) _ AUDIO-L (white) PR (red) -- PB (blue) _ Y (green) Audio cable...
- Page 12 Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting an HD 15-HD 15 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.) Rear of TV Audio cable (stereo mini plugs)
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Page 13: Connecting Other Equipment
Connecting Other Equipment Digital audio equipment (A/V Receiver/Home CABLE/ VCR/Game system/ Camcorder Theater) ANTENNA £b Personal Analog audio Digital recorder equipment computer (AN Receiver/ HomeTheater) Audio Blu-ray Disc Player/ Digital satellite Digital "PS3" receiver cable box player system... -
Page 14: 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 Installed on the wall l_ _i %incfigs 11 7/8 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 • Rope or chain (strong enough to support the weight of the TV). Make sure that there is no excess slack in the rope or chain. An alternative way to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. M4 x 16 mm machine...
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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 111and • on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. ,,, Push t open #_i.. -
Page 19: Remote Control Button Description
Remote Control Button Description INPUT Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs. See page 26. SYNC Press to display the BRAVIA Sync Menu and then MENU from HDMI select connected HDMI equipment Device... - Page 20 SCENE Optimizes picture and sound quality by selecting following items. Cinema: Delivers picture and sound just like in a theater. Sports: Presents realistic pictures and sound just like ii_i_!i _i_i!!_!!_!!;!i_!i_!i_!i_i_ii_!!_i_i_i_ii_i_i_;i_i_i_i!i!_!_i_i)!i_!!_i_ _i!i!i:;_ii_i_!ii N--- in a stadium. Photo: Reproduces the texture and color of a printed photo.
- Page 21 Press 0-9 to select a channel. Use with 0-9 to select digital channels. For example, to enter 2.1, press C) and @. VOL (,,--1) Press to adjust the volume. MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to restore the sound.
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Page 22: Tv Controls And Indicators
TV Controls and Indicators 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 sieep timer/Picture Frame is set Off)if,_) -
Page 23: Using Features
Using Features AV Amplifier BRAVIA ®Sync rM with Control for HDMI • Automatically turns the connected AV amplifier on and switches the sound output With the Control for HDMI function, from the TV speaker to the audio system BRAVIA Sync helps to communicate with when you turn the TV on. -
Page 24: Using Pip Feature
Using PIP Feature To Swap Audio You can swap audio between the main and sub PIP (picture in picture) displays a picture from window. a connected PC in full screen, and a TV Press OPTIONS. program or other external input (see below "To Enter PIP"... -
Page 25: Favorites
Favorites Wide Mode Your favorite channels and external inputs can The Wide Mode feature allows you to select be accessed by pressing the HOME button the screen display of your preference. Based once they are added to the list. on the original signal source, you may see black bars around the picture or just on the HOME. -
Page 26: Wide Mode With Pc
Wide Mode with PC Inputs Press INPUT to display the Input menu and Wide Mode is also available for the PC toggle through the external inputs to select settings. When a PC is connected to the TV your video signal for viewing including the TV and PC input is selected, you can change the PC Screen settings. -
Page 27: Playing Back Photo/Music/Video Via Usb
Playing back • Sony will not be held liable for any damage to, or loss of, data on the recording media due Photo/Music/Video via USB to a malfunction of any connected devices or the TV. You can enjoy photo/music/video files stored in a Sony digital still camera or camcorder •... -
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 Picture Mode Displays the options selected in the Scene Select settings (page 20). When Scene Customized picture Select is set to General, the options below can be selected. Vivid viewing Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard Select for standard picture settings. - Page 30 Advanced Reset Resets the advanced settings to the default values. Settings Adv. Contrast Automatically adjusts backiight and contrast to the m0st suitable ..Enhancer settings judging from the brightness of the screen. This setting is especially effective for dark scenes, and will increase the contrast distinction of the darker picture scenes.
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Page 31: Using The Sound Settings
Using the Sound Settings 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. Dynamic souml listening Enhances treble and bass. Standard Standard sound optimized for home use. Clear Voice Suitable for spoken dialog. - Page 32 Alternate Audio Select among the available options to switch among the alternate audio streams. The Digital chan_els o_I3, program you are tuned to may be broadcasted in a different language in the alternate audio streams. Speakers TV Speakers Select to use the TV speakers. Audio System Select to use an external audio system for the TV sound.
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Page 33: Using The Screen Settings
Using the Screen Settings Wide Mode Wide Zoom Fills the screen with minimum distortion. Normal Select to display 4:3 picture in original size when the original source is 4:3. Full Select to enlarge the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the original source is 4:3 (Standard definition... - Page 34 PC Settings When a PC is connected to the TV and the PC input is selected, the PC settings screen Screen appears instead of the settings. You can also select the PiP feature which allows you to view two pictures simultaneously from OPTIONS button (page 24).
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Page 35: Using The Channel Settings
Using the Channel Settings Favorites Select favorite channels and external inputs (page 25). Signal Type Cable Select if you are receiving cable channels via Cable TV provider. Antenna Select if you are using an antenna. Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels. -
Page 36: Using The Parental Lock Settings
Using the Parental Lock Settings Lock Enter password The Parental settings allow you to set up the TV to block programs according 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... - 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). Movie Rating All children and general audience. Parental guidance suggested. PG-13 Parental guidance for children under 13. Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17.
- Page 38 Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (page 36). English Rating All children. Children 8 years and older. General programming. Parental guidance. Viewers 14 and older. Adult programming.
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Page 39: Using The Setup Settings
Using the Setup Settings 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 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, Espafiol, Fran(;ais.
- Page 41 Communicates with equipment compatible with the Control for HDMI function. Control for HDMI 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...
- Page 42 Initial Setup the Initial Setup If you missed 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...
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Page 43: Using The Eco Settings
Using the Eco Settings 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: Pc Input Signal Reference Chart For Pc And Hdmi In
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. For KDL-32BX321/KDL-32BX320/KDL-22BX321/KDL-22BX320 641) 31.5 81)I) 37.9 VESA Guidelines SVGA 1,t)24 48.4 VESA Guidelines... -
Page 45: Using A Wall-Mount Bracket
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. -
Page 46: Installing The Wall-Mount Bracket
Please provide this installation information as well as the instruction supplied with SU-WL500 SU-WL100 Wall-Mount Bracket to your installer. To Sony Dealers and Licensed Contractors To avoid injury and property damage, read these instructions carefully. Periodic inspection maintenance is highly recommended to ensure that TV is securely mounted. - Page 47 For SU-WL500 (except KDL-22BX321/22BX320) Step 1 : Checking the parts required for the installation Open tile Wall-Mount Bracket package and check tile contents for all required parts along with tile Instructions. Step 2: Deciding on the installation location Decide where you want to install your TV. Refer to tile 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 tile steps below to prepare for installing tile TV. Disconnect all the cables from the TV. Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the TV.
- Page 49 Screw location Hook location When installing the Mounting Hooks on the TV. When installing the TV onto Base Bracket. _/oJ 1810 Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook. Refer to the Instructions for SU-WLS00. Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks •...
- 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 For SU-WL100 (KDL-22BX321/22BX320 only) Step 1 : Checking the parts required for the installation Open tile Wall-Mount Bracket package and check tile contents for all required parts along with tile Instructions. Step 2: Adjusting the position of the holders of the Base Plate Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL100.
- Page 52 Step 5: Preparing the TV for wall mount installation Follow tile steps below to prepare for installing tile TV. Disconnect all the cables from the TV. Align the holes on the left Mounting Hook with the corresponding holes on the rear of the TV. Secure them to the TV using two screws (supplied with SU-WL100).
- Page 53 Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook. Mounting Hook Align the holes on the right Mounting Hook with the corresponding holes on the rear of the Secure them to the TV using two screws (supplied with SU-WLIO0). Screw (+PSW 4 x 12) j Hook 5"...
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Page 54: 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... - Page 55 Poor picture Picture quality not as good • Picture quality depends on the signal content. See Quick Setup Guide as viewed at the store (supplied) to display the best possible picture for that signal. Broadcast HD formats have • Content and signal quality are controls by the signal provider. Many HD poor quality channels and content are actually upscaled versions of standard- definition broadcasts.
- Page 56 _ii_i_{_N_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_!_i_!iiii_i{;_!i_i_i_i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!_E_Ni_ _|_;_i_i_i_iii_ii_i_i_i_i:i_ii_i_i_i_i_ii_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_ BRAVIA Sync Cannot find connected • Make sure that the Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the BNAVIA Sync HDMI optional device compatible with BNAVIA Sync (see page 23). device Second A/V receiver is not •...
- Page 57 Black bands appear at the • Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater edges of the screen than 16:9 (this is especially common with theatrical releases). Your TV screen. For more details, check the documentation that came with your will show these programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the DVD/Blu-ray (or contact your program provider).
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Page 58: Important Notices
Sufficient expertise is required for TV installations. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV sure to subcontract the installation to a Sony dealer technician for help. licensed contractor and pay adequate attention to safety during the installation. Pursuant... -
Page 59: Specifications
Specifications System Televisi(m system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on cable: ANS1/SCTE 07 2000 (Does nol include CableCARD funclionality) Channel coverage Analog terrestrial: 2 - 69 / Digital terrestrial: 2 - 69 Analog Cable: 1 - 135 / Digital Cable: 1 - 135 Panel system LCD (Liqukl Crystal Display) Panel Speaker output... - Page 60 iN_Niiiiii_l_iii _iiiiiii !i!i!i!ii i iii! I¸i iiiiii i ii i iiiii{ _!li!!!!llii/liiii//il/1i/1i/1i/li//ii{ i!(i /!ili i {iii i i i ii_ _tliiilillliiiiii/iii//ii//ii//ii//ii/ Power others Power requirement 110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (U.S.A./Canada/Mexico 120 V AC, 60 Hz) Power consumplion 115 W 55 W in rise in standby...
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Page 61: Index
Index 0-9 buttons Sound 4:3 Default Sharpness 29 Idle TV Standby Show/Hide Channels hffo Banner Signal Type Infi'ared Receiver (IR) P2 Add DigitM Channels Sleep Timer Initial Setup Advanced Settings Sound Mode INPUT button "19, Alternate Audio Speaker22 Installing the TV on a wall Analog Fine Tulle Speakers... - Page 62 Be sure to register your TV. United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 4-270-476-11 http://www.sony.net/ Printed in Mexico © 2Ol 1 Sony Corporation...