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- Page 1 2-697-121-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40V2500 KDL-46V2500 © 2006 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 10:30 AM - 7:15 PM (EST) Sat - Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Western) Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase. Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store...
- Page 3 Operate the TV only on 120-240 V AC. For Customers in the United Note on Caption Vision Use the AC power cord specified by Sony States This TV provides display of TV closed and suitable for the voltage where you use captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the...
- Page 4 Macintosh is a trademark licensed to Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.A and other countries. 1) Read these instructions. “BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) 4) Follow all instructions.
- Page 5 If you damage the AC power cord, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. If the AC power cord is damaged, stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service center to exchange it. Ground clamps Do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse.
- Page 6 VENTILATION Objects and ventilation holes Never push objects of any kind into the TV through the The slots and openings in the TV are provided for necessary ventilation. cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points To ensure reliable operation of the TV, and to protect it from overheating, or short out parts that could result in a fire or an electric these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.
- Page 7 INSTALLATION Placing on a stable surface When installing or removing, using the If you place the TV on an unstable surface, the TV may Wall-Mount Bracket, be sure to use qualified fall and cause injury or damage. contractors. Wall mount installation requires the use of a Wall-Mount Bracket.
- Page 8 SERVICING Damage requiring service If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch the TV until you unplug the AC power cord. Otherwise electric shock may result. Servicing Do not attempt to service the TV yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Started Welcome to the World of ™ .................10 Connecting the TV ......................10 Cable System and/or VHF/UHF Antenna System.............10 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box ................11 Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna...............12 VCR, Cable and Antenna..................12 When Connecting to Optional Equipment ..............13 Installing the TV ......................15 Preventing the TV from Toppling Over..............15 Bundling the Connecting Cables ................16... -
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting Started Welcome to the World of ™ Thank you for purchasing this Sony LCD Digital Color Television. This manual is for models KDL-40V2500 and KDL-46V2500. The packing box contains accessories that are listed on page 44. For optimum picture performance, your new BRAVIA TV is capable of receiving high definition programming through its integrated tuner. -
Page 11: Hd Cable Box/Hd Satellite Box
Getting Started Cable and VHF/UHF (or VHF only) If you want to watch both cable and antenna (over-the-air) programming, you will need to use an optional A-B RF Switch (not supplied) to switch between the cable and over-the air antenna programming, as shown. A/B RF Switch Cable Rear of TV... -
Page 12: Satellite Receiver And Cable/Antenna
Getting Started Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna Satellite antenna Satellite Receiver cable CATV/Antenna cable (supplied) VHF/UHF HD/DVD IN VIDEO IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) S VIDEO S VIDEO DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VIDEO (yellow) S VIDEO cable VIDEO AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) (MONO) AUDIO-L AUDIO AUDIO (white) A/V cable AUDIO-R... -
Page 13: When Connecting To Optional Equipment
Getting Started When Connecting to Optional Equipment Left side Rear VIDEO 2 AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO PC IN L (MONO) AUDIO HD/DVD IN VIDEO IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) S VIDEO For service DIGITAL OUT use only (OPTICAL) VIDEO AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) (MONO) AUDIO AUDIO... - Page 14 Getting Started Item Description HDMI IN 6 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital HDMI/ audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such R-AUDIO-L as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio.
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Page 15: Installing The Tv
Getting Started Installing the TV Preventing the TV Attaching the Support Belt from Toppling Over TV stand stand Screw the support belt (supplied) to the TV stand with a wood screw (supplied). Attach the support belt to the stand with the securing screw (supplied) using a coin, etc. -
Page 16: Bundling The Connecting Cables
Getting Started Bundling the You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. Connecting Cables Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables. Adjusting the This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown below. Viewing Angle of the Adjust the angle left and right (swivel) Top view 15°... -
Page 17: When Installing On A Wall
TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV’s weight. 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 Sony dealers or licensed contractors. -
Page 18: Setting Up The Channel List - Initial Setup
Getting Started Setting Up the Channel List – Initial Setup After you finish connecting the TV, you can run the Initial Setup to create a list of available analog and digital channels. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on the TV for the first time after hooking it up. POWER Press to turn on the TV. -
Page 19: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Remote Control Button Description 1 TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video inputs. See page 32 on setting up the video input labels, including the Skip function. 2 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90 or 120) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off. - Page 20 Basic Operations Button Description Program information in the guide is provided by the broadcasters. As a result, it may sometimes include only the channel number, without a program title or description. Using the Program Options Setting The program options setting allows you to customize the program settings on the currently tuned channel.
- Page 21 Basic Operations Button Description qf WIDE Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen settings. See page 29. Changing the Wide Screen Mode (see page 29 for details) 4:3 Original source 16:9 Original source...
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Page 22: Tv Controls
33. 8 STANDBY LED Lights up in red when your TV is in PC standby mode. If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on page 2). 9 POWER LED Lights up in green when the TV is turned on. -
Page 23: Using The Menus
Using the Menus Overview of MENU MENU provides one-button access for controlling your TV. It enables you to perform a variety of tasks intuitively with a control panel on the screen rather than a variety of remote control button presses. When you press the MENU button, you can select from basic TV functions such as: switching between external inputs, viewing your favorite analog/digital stations, switching between analog and digital channels, and changing or customizing your TV settings. - Page 24 Using the Menus MENU Description The External Inputs feature lets you select the external inputs External Inputs connected to your TV. You can also assign a label using Label Return Video Inputs in the Setup settings. (see page 32) Video 1 VCR Video 2 Game Video 3 - External Inputs...
- Page 25 Using the Menus MENU Description The Settings feature lets you enter the settings menu. Settings and adjustments can be performed from the Settings menu. The information on various settings starts from page 26. Navigating Through Settings Settings MENU Press Select Highlight the item: Picture, Sound, Screen, Setup, PC Settings, Analog Setup, Digital Setup.
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Page 26: Using The Picture Settings
Using the Menus Using the Picture Settings Picture Analog Target Inputs All Inputs Picture Mode Vivid Reset Backlight Picture Brightness Color Color Temperature Cool Sharpness Noise Reduction Advanced Settings Select: Set: Back: Exit: RETURN MENU Option Description Target Inputs Determines whether to apply the Picture settings to the current input only, or to all inputs. All Inputs Settings will be applied to All Inputs (ex: TV is showing Video 1. - Page 27 Using the Menus Option Description Noise Reduction Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment, and the VHF/UHF input. Select from Auto, High, Medium, Low and Off. Auto is only available when you are watching analog channels. It is not available when Target Inputs is set to All Inputs.
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Page 28: Using The Sound Settings
Using the Menus Using the Sound Settings Sound Digital Target Inputs All Inputs Sound Mode Dynamic Reset Treble Bass Balance Steady Sound Volume Offset Surround High Select: Set: Back: Exit: RETURN MENU Option Description Target Inputs Determines whether to apply the Sound settings to the current input only, or to all inputs. All Inputs Settings will be applied to All Inputs (ex: TV is showing Video 1. -
Page 29: Using The Screen Settings
Using the Menus Using the Screen Settings Option Description Target Inputs Determines whether to apply the Screen settings to the current input only, or to all inputs. All Inputs Settings will be applied to All Inputs (ex: TV is showing Video 1. Changes to the screen settings affect TV, Video 1 - Video 7). - Page 30 Using the Menus Option Description Display Area Full Pixel Select to display the picture for 1080i or 1080p sources in its original size when parts of the picture are cut off. Normal Select to display the picture in its original size. -1/-2 Select to enlarge the picture to hide the edge of the picture.
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Page 31: Using The Setup Settings
Using the Menus Using the Setup Settings Option Description Language Select to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice: English, Español, Français. Caption Vision Allows you to select from several closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed captioning). - Page 32 Using the Menus Option Description Parental Lock The Parental Lock settings allows 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.
- Page 33 Using the Menus Option Description Auto YC When connecting both VIDEO IN and S VIDEO IN, you can select the jack from which the TV receives the input signal. The TV is by default set to receive S VIDEO input signals. Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly until the desired video input appears.
- Page 34 Using the Menus Option Description Speaker Select to turn on the TV speakers. Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV’s sound only through your external audio receiver and speakers. Audio Out Variable When Speaker is set to Off, the audio output from your audio system can Easy control of volume be controlled by the TV’s remote control.
- Page 35 Using the Menus Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Select Country setting (see page 32). Option Description English Rating All children. Children 8 years and older. General programming. Parental guidance.
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Page 36: Using The Pc Settings
Using the Menus Using the PC Settings PC Settings Video 8 Wide Mode Normal Reset Auto Adjustment Phase Pitch Horizontal Center Vertical Center Power Management Resolution: 1024x 768/60Hz Select: Set: Back: Exit: RETURN MENU Option Description Wide Mode Normal Select to display in the original image size. Full1 Select to enlarge the picture to fill the display area, keeping its original aspect ratio. -
Page 37: Using The Analog Setup Settings
Using the Menus Using the Analog Setup Settings Option Description Favorite Channels Lets you set up a list of up to 16 of your favorite channels. Press V/v to highlight a Favorite Channel number (1-16) that you want to make your Favorite Channel, then press to select it. -
Page 38: Using The Digital Setup Settings
Using the Menus Using the Digital Setup Settings Digital Setup Analog Digital Setup Highlight Digital Setup and press The Digital Setup option appears. Select: Set: Back: Exit: RETURN MENU Option Description Digital Channels Favorite Lets you set up a list of up to 16 of your favorite channels. Channels Press V/v to highlight a favorite channel number (1-16) that you want to make your favorite channel. - Page 39 Using the Menus Option Description Digital Setup Caption Vision Allows you to select from several closed-caption modes for digital channels. To set Caption Vision for analog channels, see page 31. Caption Vision is turned on. Caption Vision is turned off. Program Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision options.
- Page 40 Using the Menus Option Description Advanced Settings Allows you to make additional settings for digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. Select from As Broadcast, Small Text, Large Text and Custom. Custom Allows you to customize the following settings: Character Size Small, Standard, Large Character Style Style 1-7 Character Color...
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Page 41: Other Information
Other Information Troubleshooting If you have additional 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: http://www.sony.com/TVsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Residents 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Residents... - Page 42 Other Information Problem Possible Remedies No sound/Noisy sound ❑ Good picture, no sound. Check the volume control. ❑ Press MUTING or VOL + so that “Muting” disappears from the screen (page 20). ❑ Disconnect your headphones. ❑ Set Speaker to On in the Setup settings (page 34). If it is set to Off, sound is not output from the TV’s speakers regardless of the TV’s volume control.
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Page 43: Pc Input Signal Reference Chart
Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart Resolution Horizontal frequency Vertical Standard × Signals Horizontal Vertical (kHz) frequency (Hz) (Pixel) (Line) × 31.5 × 37.5 VESA × 31.5 VGA-T × SVGA 37.9 VESA Guidelines × 46.9 VESA × 1024 48.4 VESA Guidelines ×... -
Page 44: Specifications
Other Information Specifications For All Models Television system: AUDIO OUT: NTSC American TV standard 500 mVrms (100% modulation) ATSC (8VSB terrestrial) ATSC compliant 8VSB More than 1 Vrms at the maximum volume setting (Variable) QAM on cable ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 More than 500 mVrms (Fixed) (Does not include CableCARD PC IN 8:... -
Page 45: Index
Index 4:3 Default , 28 , 36 , 42 HD/DVD IN jack (1080i/720p/480p/ Reset 480i), described RETURN button A/V Sync HDMI IN jack, described AC IN Headphones jack, described Advanced Settings , 36 , 14 Horizontal Center S VIDEO jack, described Alternate Audio Setting up channels Audio Out... - Page 48 10:30 AM - 7:15 PM (EST) Sat - Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Western) Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase. Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store...