Sony BRAVIA KDL-46XBR8 Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Please contact Sony Customer Support directly if you: • Have questions on the use of your television after reading your Operating Instructions manual and Quick Setup Guide • Experience difficulty operating your television For United States http :llwww.sony.comltvsupport or to speak with a support...
- Page 2 Guide International Inc. and/or its Owner's Record related affiliates are not in any way liable lkw Use the following Sony TVs only with the tbe accuracy or availability of the program The rondel and serial numbers are located following WALL-MOUNT...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
External Inputs Settings ......51 Reset the Remote Control ......25 HDMI Settings ........Manufacturer's Code List ......... e¢ Network Settings ........Sony Equipment Codes ........ General Setup Settings ......52 Other Manufacturer Equipment Codes ..26 ..c Initial Setup ..........1.2.3... - Page 4 Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. The quality of the image you see on your BRAVlA 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. Your BRAVlA TV can receive and display HD programming from: •...
- Page 5 TV Home Menu: XMBTM (XrossMediaBar) The XMBTM is an easy way to access the TV settings for customizing, making adjustments, viewing the available TV channels, photo and music files, and selecting connected equipment. Press the HOME button on your remote control to display the XMBTM. Media Category Category Object Bar...
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Page 6: Installing The Tv
1. Installing the TV • Lift the TV by placing your palm directly underneath the panel but do not put stress on the This TV can be mounted on a wall using a Wall- LCD panel. Mount Bracket or placed on a TV stand (each sold separately). -
Page 7: Preparation For Wall-Mount Bracket
(30 cm) TV and the wall-mounting of your TV should 4 inches :: ] i4 inches be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. Leave at least • Sufficient expertise is required in installing this ', N •... - Page 8 TV stand (see page 2) 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 Measures to Secure the TV Secure the Stand for the TV...
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Page 9: Bundling The Connecting Cables
Anchor t heTVtotheWall Use thehardware listed below (not supplied): • Two M6 x 10-12 mm anchor bolts (screw into You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated the top-most wall-mount holes located on the below. rear of the TV) • Rope or chain (attach to one M6 anchor bolt) •... -
Page 10: Locating Inputs And Outputs
2. Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear of TV Side Panel =_-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=_ IIH I, KDL-4OXBR7 KDL-46XBR8 VIDEO_ KDL-55XBR8 KDL-7OXBR7 AUUIO • This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920 dots x 1,080 lines. • An HDMI or Component video (YP_PR) connection is required to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video formats. - Page 11 AUDIO IN (L/R)jacks of HDMI IN 1. • To maintain picture quality of your TV when used with other equipment, Sony strongly recommends using the Sony High Speed HDMI cable. • When connecting a DVI-equipped PC to an HDMI jack, also connect an Audio cable between the PC and R-AUDIO-L jack.
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Page 12: Connecting The Tv
3. Connecting the TV You can enjoy high-definition programming subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this You can enjoy high-definition and standard- equipment to your TV via the HDMI or definition digital programming (if available in component video (with audio) input on the back of... - Page 13 Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV CATV/Satellite £b DVI-to- HDMI antenna cable cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box uo,o [ ,_,;dD) iO_L L_J.j_ I (white) Audio cable _[ _]jfw • If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack and connect...
- Page 14 Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting a HD15-HDI5 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.) Rear of TV HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable...
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Page 15: Other Equipment
Digital Digital Blu-ray Personal cable Audio satellite Disc player/ com 9uter £b LAN connection player receiver system "PS3" Rear of TV Side panel drive DC 5V _ / 0.7A MAX DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter for portable player CABLE/ ANTENNA l Ana,ogau Camcorder Digital Digital audio... -
Page 16: Setting Up The Channel List - Initial Setup
4. Setting Up the Channel List • If the language that you have selected in the Language setting is available from the broadcaster as - Initial Setup Alternate Audio language, your TV will automatically switch to the matching language with The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn the Alternate Audio feature. - Page 17 [] To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto Program at a Later Time Select tile Initial Setup feature from tile XMBr, M or perform the steps described in the Initial Setup section on page 53. To run Auto Program, see page 47. [] To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital...
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Page 18: Inserting Batteries Into The Remote Control
Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching O and • on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. When Using the Remote Control Follow the guidelines below •... -
Page 19: Remote Control Button Description
Use them as a DMe x Press to access features in the optional BRAVIA external reference when operating the TV. module (e.g. DMX-NV1). See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for more information. The module may not be available in all regions. (Continued) - Page 20 TOP MENU BD/DVD Press to display the BD/DVD disc menu. MENU • For more information, refer to the operating manual of the connected equipment. [] Red, Green, To use with Sony Blu-ray player (BD) see chart on page 26. Blue, Yellow...
- Page 21 TV POWER Press to turn on and off the TV. POWER Press to turn on and off the external equipment selected FUNCTION buttons. WIDE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, H Stretch, Zoom.
- Page 22 PICTURE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Custom, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom. (Awlilable options depend on the current mode.) The picture modes can also be accessed in the Picture settings. For details, see Pieture settings on page 41. []FREEZE Press once to display a frozen image with the current program in a window.
- Page 23 JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels. TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected. CH +/- Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through channels, press and hold down either +/-. FI/F2 Press to select the function of connected...
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Page 24: Indicators
Speaker Outputs the audio signal. SONY Logo The Sony logo will illuminate when the TV is powered on. You can turn off the logo illumination, for details see page 53. [] Light Sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly (see page 53 for details). -
Page 25: Programming The Remote Control
Blu- The remote control can be programmed to operate ray player. other equipment and is pre-programmed to operate the following Sony equipment. Confirm the Programming If you can turn your equipment on and off using DVD Player 31033 the green POWER button, the programming is complete. -
Page 26: Manufacturer's Code List
If your equipment's code is not Toshiba 30503, 31154 Satellite listed, visit Yamaha 30497, 30545 Zenith 30741 http://esupport.sony.com/remotecodes M _f!{_fa ct_re{}{}{}{}{}{}_Ode: DirecTV 00099, 00247, 00392, DVD Recorder for a more comprehensive list. 00566, 00639, 00749, 00819, 01{}76, 011(}8, [tf_ct_re aOd :... -
Page 27: Using Other Equipment With Your Remote Control
Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control Remote control tips are provided below for the equipment you have programmed on the DVD, AMP, STB buttons of the remote control. See page 25 for programming equipment to the remote control. Press INPUT to see your connected equipment in the External Inputs menu. Button functionality may differ depending on your equipment. -
Page 28: Favorites
Favorites With Favorites, you can manage your preferred TV channels, External Inputs, Photo content, Music content, and Background TV themes for easy access. Press FAVORITES. Background TV Photos Mu ;ic Recently viewed Saved channel channels and inputs or external input •... -
Page 29: Background Tv
TV that are similar to a screen saver. The TV offers easy access to JPEG photos and Background TV is available from the CABLE/ MP3 music files stored on Sony digital cameras ANTENNA, Composite, and DMPORT inputs. -
Page 30: Photo
Photo The Photo feature allows easy access to JPEG files from Sony USB connected equipment and DLNA Certified media servers. Under the Photo icon found on the XMBTM,select the DLNA Certified media server, USB, or Samples icon to locate your photo files. -
Page 31: Photo Options
Pressing OPTIONS while displaying the List View will display the following Options menu. List View Options menu Playback Method Sets the Slideshow play mode and photo display order. Repeat Select On to continuously play the slideshow. Shuffle Select On to shuffle the photo order during the slideshow. Photo Setti ngs Sets the Slideshow settings. -
Page 32: Music
• Photos cannot be stored in the TV. Music Listen to music MP3 files directly from a Sony connected USB equipment (not supplied) or add music to a slideshow. Under the Music icon, select the USB or Samples icon to locate your MP3 files. -
Page 33: Navigating Through Music
Use the remote control buttons described below to navigate through music tracks. OPTIONS To access Music Options menu PAUSE To pause or resume play of a music track STOP To stop playing a music track and To play or pause a music, to select a folder or track return to List View/Thumbnail... -
Page 34: How To Use Tv Guide On Screen
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. - Page 35 SEARCH Search program Press i1"1,!,1_./* to highlight 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 _.1, to highlight your search option. Press i1"1,!, t o narrow your search.
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Page 36: Using Bravla Sync With Control For Hdmi
5 and 38. • Possible operations with BNAVIA Sync buttons, see page 19. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following additional operations possible: • Turning on the A/V receiver when the TV is turned on. -
Page 37: Using P&P And Pip Features
Using P&P and PIP Features • To swap audio in P&P mode, use the <./* button to This TV comes with the P&P and PIP features swap the highlight between the Main Window and Sub Window. which allow you to view two pictures •... -
Page 38: Media Category Icons
The HOME button allows you to access the TV Home Menu on the XMB,,-_,_ (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features. Media Category Icons Adjusting TV Settings Customize the TV settings with various options Settings Settings Explanations of different start on page 40. -
Page 39: Navigating Through Tv Home Menu On Xmb
Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMBTM Press HOME to display the XMB,,-M. Press 1,1,_to select a Media Category icon..Available TV Photo Music TV Guide On Select inputs from settings and file file Screen and CTRL: HDMI (Control for HDMI) features are access... -
Page 40: Tv Settings Descriptions
TV Settings Descriptions 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 downloadable ratings if available from the TV are displayed here. Signal Diagnostics... -
Page 41: Picture Settings
Picture Mode Vivid Picture Adjustments For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Photo-Vivid* For enhancing contrast and sharpness. Standard For standard picture settings. Recommended home entertainment. Photo-Standard* For standard viewing; select for home use. Cinema For viewing film-based content. Most suitable viewing in a theater-like environment. - Page 42 Progressive Recommended for still pictures. Turns off DRC Mode. • DRC Mode is available only with 480i source. Game/Text Mode • DRC Mode is not available when is set to On. DRC Palette Allows you to customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity).
- Page 43 Component or HDMI input. Video-A The TV will automatically set the picture settings for video or still image content when Sony optional equipment that supports Video-A mode is connected to the HDMI input. Video Select to set the picture settings for video.
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Page 44: Sound Settings
Photo Color Space Selects the option (sRGB, sYCC, Adobe RGB) to match the output color space within the output signal from the equipment connected to the USB (photo), Network (photo), HDMI or component input jacks. • Select sYCC when using the equipment that supports x.v.Color. •... - Page 45 • Sound Adjustments can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control. Stereo For stereo reception when viewing a TV program broadcasted Enjoy stereo, bilingual stereo. and mono programs Auto Automatically switches the TV to second audio programs when a SAP signal is received.
- Page 46 4:3 Default Wide Zoom Enlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, displaying as much of Select the def!_ult screelz the original image as possible. mode to use.f!)r 4:3 Normal Displays the 4:3 picture in its original aspect ratio. SOIIF('es Full Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture horizontally only, to fill the screen.
- Page 47 Signal Type Cable For receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. Antenna For receiving signal via over-the-air antenna. Program Signal Type • You should run Auto after changing the 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.
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Page 48: Eci_Parental Lock Settings
CC Display This option allows you to view Closed Captions (CC). Enables CC Display, Disables CC Display, On with Muting Automatically displays closed captions when the TV is muted. Analog For the basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options. eel, CC2, Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects of a 003, 004 program. - Page 49 Rating Turns off Parental Lock. No programs are blocked from viewing based on their ratings. Child Ratings permitted are: United States TV Rating: TV-Y, TV-G MPAA: Canada English TV Rating: C, G French TV Rating: Youth Maximum ratings permitted are: United States TV Rating:...
- Page 50 Custom Rating System Chart For Country selection of U.S.A.: Movie Rating All children and general audience Parental guidance suggested PG-13 Parental guidance for children under Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for ages under R C-17 and X No one 17 or under allowed TV Rating Age-Based Ratings...
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Page 51: External Inputs Settings
• Useful for applications that do not have a connection to the CABLE/ANTENNA input. 3" HDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with Control for HDMI function. Control for HDMI On/Off feature allows your TV to communicate with other equipment that supports Control for HDMI function. -
Page 52: E¢ Network Settings
Network Setup Select to configure your TV's accessibility to your network via an Ethernet cable and configure Network Setup or review your TV's current network settings. Select your preferred configuration type. Easy The TV will automatically configure your network settings. Most networks can be configured with this option. -
Page 53: Initial Setup
• PC Power Management is not VESA-compliant. Logo Illumination Select On to illuminate the SONY logo on the front panel or select Off to disable this t_" function. ""t Panel Key Illumination Auto Touch sensors... -
Page 54: Troubleshooting
If you have questions, service needs, or require http://www.sony.com/tvsupport for US Support technical assistance related to the use of your http://www.sony.ca/support for Canadian Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of Support the following numbers: 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support 1-877-899-SONY(7669) - Page 55 No color / Dark picture / Color • Press PICTURE to select the desired Picture Mode (see page 22). is not correct / The picture • Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture settings (see page 41 ). too bright •...
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Page 56: Screen Settings
iiii !i! i£ii!!!i i i iii!ii ! ! !!i !! !i ! ! iiii l i i !i!i!i! !!i!ii !!!i!i !i!i!i! PC Input No picture / No signal • Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV with either the PC IN (with an HDI5 cable) or with the HDMI IN. - Page 57 Remote control does not • To determine if the problem is with the remote control or not, press a button on operate the TV. • Check the polarity of the batteries or replace the batteries. • Point the remote control at the remote control sensor located at the front of the TV. •...
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Page 58: Specifications
Specifications System Television system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC cnmpliam 8VSB QAM on cable: ANS1/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 Cryslal Display) Panel... - Page 59 Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD024 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) / Cable holder ( 1 mtached to the TV) / Table- Top Stand (1) and Screws (4) (fi_rKDL-40XBR7/KDL-46XBR8) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Safet? and Regulatory Booklet (1) / Atlaching the Table-Top Stand (1) ([k_rKDL-40XBR7/KDL- 46XBR8) / Optional...
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Page 60: Index
CineMotion 43 Color Matrix LAN 11 COMPONENT IN jack (1080p/1080i/ S VIDEO jack Language 52 720p/480p/480i) Screen Position LIGHT button Contact Sony Server Diagnostics Control for HDMI Light Sensor Settings Described 24 Country 48 Channel 47 Setting Current Time Clock/Timers Logo... - Page 61 31,33 Thumbnail View Timer40 Troubleshooting 54-57 TV Auto Power On 51 TV Guide On Screen TV POWER button TV Rating U.S.A. Rating Unrated 49 USB Auto Start 52 V Center Vertical Size Video Color Space (x.v.Color) VIDEO IN jack Video/Photo Optimizer View31 +M button...