Sony SU-WL450 Manual

Before Getting Started

• The TV illustrations shown in this manual are examples used to provide clear explanations of the operations. For this reason, the illustrations may appear different from your actual TV.

What Is Your Wall Made Of?
Firstly, check the type of the wall to install the TV.

Dry wall with studs	Solid concrete or concrete block
Precautions Maximum dry wall thickness: 16 mm. Ensure that the inner wood stud size is at least 51 mm × 102 mm for common or 38 mm × 89 mm for nominal.	Precautions Mount the Wall-Mount Bracket directly onto the solid concrete wall. Ensure that the thickness of solid concrete wall is at least 203 mm. Ensure that the size of each concrete block is at least 203 mm × 203 mm × 406 mm.

Checking the Parts
Supplied with SU-WL450

• Verify that all the parts are included.
• Some parts may not be used for your model.

Base (20) (×1)	Pulley (×2)	Screw (+PSW 6 × 20) (×4)	Screw (+PSW 4 × 20) with Bush (×2)
Spacer (20 mm) (×2)	Belt (×1)	Bush (20) (M4) (×2)	Screw (+PSW 4 × 20) (×2)
Base Adapter (×2)	Screw (+PSW 4 × 10) (×8)	Spacer (60 mm) (×2)	Screw (+PSW 6 × 50) (×2)
Bush (M4) (×2)	Screw (+PSW 4 × 50) (×2)

Supplied with the TV

1. Only for limited region/country/model.

Preparing for Installation

• Have the TV's Instruction Manual or Reference Guide and Setup Guide at hand before installation.
• Confirm the installing position of your TV.
• Prepare four or more screws of 8 mm diameter and one screw of 5 mm or equivalent (not supplied). Select screws suitable for the material of the wall.
• Prepare the following tools:

1. Only for dry wall with studs
   
2. Only for solid concrete or concrete block
3. Depending on models
4. Only for TV 189.3 cm (75 inches) and above (except Egypt)
   Only for TV 75 inches (189.3 cm) and above (Egypt only)

Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket to the Wall

1. Decide on the installation location.
   Make sure that the wall has enough space for the TV and is capable of supporting a weight of at least four times that of the TV. Refer to your TV's Instruction Manual or Reference Guide for the TV's weight.
   Note

• When your TV is installed on the wall, the upper
  side of the TV slightly leans forward.
• We recommend you to check the position of TV in the viewing environment.
  

2. Select wall mounting style as shown below.
   1. Standard mounting
      
   2. Slim mounting
      

• Refer "Specifications" at the end of this instruction manual for measurement for Wall-Mount Bracket installation on the wall.
  
• When 2-b is selected, rear terminal access is limited.

3. If standard mounting (2-a) is selected:
   Fit Base Adapter by using Screw (+PSW 4 × 10) to Base (20) .

• Refer "Specifications" at the end of this instruction manual for Base Adapter fitting location.
  Eg. Fitting Base Adapter at location "a"
  If slim mounting (2-b) is selected:
  Skip this step.
  

4. Decide the positions of the screws for installing the Base (20) .

• Refer "Specifications".
  
• Determine the strength of the wall the TV will be mounted on. Reinforce the wall sufficiently, if necessary.
• The wall that the TV will be mounted on should be able to support a weight of at least four times that of the TV. (Refer to your TV's Instruction Manual or Reference Guide for its weight.)
  If standard mounting (2-a) is selected:
  Use the hole positions of Base Adapter .
  Eg. Marking at location "a" to fit Base (20)
  
  If slim mounting (2-b) is selected:
  Eg. Marking at location "a" to fit Base (20)
  

5. Drill pilot holes on the marks.
   Make sure the location on the wall to drill the holes are strong enough to support a weight of at least four times that of the TV.
   Drilling on dry wall with studs:
   
   Note

• Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 75 mm, using a 5.5 mm diameter drill bit.
  Drilling on solid concrete or concrete block:
  
  Note

• Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 75 mm, using a 10 mm diameter drill bit.

6. Install the Base (20) on the wall using suitable screws (not supplied).
   Note

• Use four or more screws of 8 mm diameter or
  equivalent (not supplied).
• Use a level to check whether the Base (20) is level.
  If standard mounting (2-a) is selected:
  Fit four screws to the holes of Base Adapter with Base (20) .
  Eg. Fitting Base (20) at location "a"
  
  If slim mounting (2-b) is selected:
  Eg. Fitting Base (20) at location "a"
  

7. 189.3 cm (75 inches) and above (except Egypt) 75 inches (189.3 cm) and above (Egypt only)
   Mark the installation location on the wall.
   Use masking tape, etc. (not supplied) to mark the location of the TV near the Base (20) or Base Adapter .

• Refer "Specifications" at the end of this instruction manual for wall marking for TV installation location.
  Except 189.3 cm (75 inches) and above (except Egypt) Except 75 inches (189.3 cm) and above (Egypt only)
• 
  Skip this step.

Preparing for the Installation of the TV

The operating methods may vary depending on the model. Refer "Preparation for the Installation of the TV".

Installing the TV on the Wall

189.3 cm (75 inches) and above (except Egypt) 75 inches (189.3 cm) and above (Egypt only)

• Two or more persons (three or more persons for 189.3 cm (75 inches) and above TV) are needed to transport a large TV set (except Egypt). Two or more persons (three or more persons for 75 inches (189.3 cm) and above TV) are needed to transport a large TV set (Egypt only).
  

1. Lift the TV.
   • For the location of the Pulleys to hang on the Base (20) or Base Adapter , refer to "Specifications" at the end of this instruction manual for Base Adapter fitting location.
   • Make sure that the rear of the TV touches the Base (20) or Base Adapter when holding the TV.
     Note

• Hold the TV securely with both hands and make sure the Belt and the bottom of the TV align with the masking tape.
• Carry the TV with three people and the person who is in front of the TV leads the others to adjust the position.
  
• Take great care when installing the TV to the wall especially for the person who is supporting the TV from below, the television set may fall, causing serious bodily injury or even death.
  

2. Install the TV onto the Base (20) or Base Adapter .
   • Gently slide down the TV and hang the Pulleys attached to the rear of the TV to the Base (20) or Base Adapter , making sure to confirm the shape of the holes.
   • After installing the TV on the wall, confirm the Pulleys are firmly latched into the Base (20) or Base Adapter .
   • Release both hands slowly to ensure that the TV does not fall.
     
   • After installing the TV on the wall, remove the masking tape, etc. from the wall.

Safety Information

On Safety
To Customers
Installing the TV to the Wall

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION REQUIRED
This product should only be installed by a professional installer who is trained to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV's weight. If it is not properly secured during installation, the TV may fall and cause serious injury. Sony is not liable for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation, or installing any other than the specified product. Your Statutory Rights (if any) are not affected.

To Sony Dealers
Sufficient expertise is required for installing this product. Be sure to read this instruction manual thoroughly to do the installation work safely. Sony is not liable for any damages or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation. Please give this manual to the customer after installation.
This instruction manual shows the correct handling of the product and important precautions necessary to prevent accidents. It is your responsibility to read, thoroughly understand, and follow all instructions in this instruction manual. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury or property damage, and may void the warranty. Keep this manual available for future reference.
Products by Sony are designed with safety in mind. If the products are used incorrectly, however, it may result in a serious injury through fire, electric shock, the product toppling over, or the product dropping. Be sure to observe the precautions for safety to prevent such accidents.

Specified products
This Wall-Mount Bracket is designed for use with the products specified TVs. For TVs, refer to their Instruction Manual or Reference Guide to verify that the Wall-Mount Bracket can be used.

To Customers

If the following precautions are not observed, serious injury or death through fire, electric shock, or the product dropping can result.

Be sure to subcontract the installation to licensed contractors and keep children away during the installation.
If the Wall-Mount Bracket or the TV is not installed correctly, the following accidents may occur. Be sure licensed contractors carry out installation.

• The TV may fall and cause a serious injury such as a bruise or a fracture.
• If the wall on which the Wall-Mount Bracket is installed is unstable, uneven, or not perpendicular to the floor, the unit may fall and cause injury or property damage. The wall should be capable of supporting a weight of at least four times the TV weight. (Refer to your TV's Instruction Manual or Reference Guide for its weight.)
• If the installation of the Wall-Mount Bracket on the wall is not sufficiently sturdy, the unit may fall and cause injury or property damage.

Be sure to subcontract moving or dismounting of the TV to licensed contractors.
If persons other than licensed contractors transport or dismount the TV, it may fall and cause injury or property damage. Two or more persons (three or more persons for 189.3 cm (75 inches) and above TV) are needed to transport a large TV set (except Egypt).
Two or more persons (three or more persons for 75 inches (189.3 cm) and above TV) are needed to transport a large TV set (Egypt only).

Do not remove screws, etc., after mounting the TV.
If you do so, the TV may fall and cause injury or property damage.

Do not make alterations to the parts of the WallMount Bracket.
If you do so, the Wall-Mount Bracket may fall and cause injury or property damage.

Do not mount any equipment other than the specified product.
This Wall-Mount Bracket is designed for use with the specified product only. If you mount equipment other than specified, it may fall or break, and cause injury or property damage.

Do not apply any load other than the TV on the Wall-Mount Bracket. Do not shake the TV left/ right, up/down.
If you do so, the TV may fall and cause injury or property damage.

Do not lean on or hang from the TV.
Do not lean on or hang from the TV as it may fall on you and cause serious injury.

If the following precautions are not observed, injury or property damage may occur.

• Be sure to store the unused parts in a safe place for future use. Keep them away from children.

Do not handle the product with excessive force during cleaning or maintenance.
Do not apply excessive force on the topside of the TV. If you do so, the TV may fall and cause injury or property damage.

Precautions

• If you use the TV installed on the Wall-Mount Bracket for a long time, the wall behind or above the TV may become discolored or the wallpaper may come unstuck, depending on the material of the wall.
• If the Wall-Mount Bracket is removed after installing it on the wall, the screw holes are left.
• Do not use the Wall-Mount Bracket in a place where it is subjected to mechanical vibrations.

Installing the Wall- Mount Bracket
To Sony Dealers

The following instructions are for Sony dealers only. Be sure to read safety precautions described above and pay special attention to safety during the installation, maintenance and checking of this product.

Do not install the WallMount Bracket on wall surfaces where the corners or the sides of the TV protrude away from the wall surface.
Do not install the Wall-Mount Bracket on wall surfaces such as a pillar, where the corners or the sides of the TV protrude away from the wall surface. If a person or object happens to hit the protruded corner or side of the TV, it may cause injury or property damage.

Do not install the TV over or under an airconditioner.
If the TV is exposed to water leaks or air current from an air conditioner for a long time, it may cause a fire, an electric shock or a malfunction of the TV.

Be sure to install the Wall-Mount Bracket securely to the wall following the instructions in this instruction manual.
If any of the screws are loose or fall out, the Wall-Mount Bracket may fall and cause injury or property damage. Be sure to use the appropriate screws for the material of the wall and install the unit securely using four or more screws of 8 mm diameter (or equivalent).

Be sure to use the supplied screws and attachment parts properly following the instructions given in this instruction manual. If you use substitute items, the TV may fall and cause bodily injury to someone or damage to the TV.

Be sure to assemble the bracket properly following the instructed procedure explained in this instruction manual.
If any of the screws are loose or fall out, the TV may fall and cause bodily injury to someone or damage to the TV.

Be sure to tighten the screws securely in the designated position.
If you fail to do so, the TV may fall and cause bodily injury to someone or damage to the TV.

Be careful not to subject the TV to shock during installation.
If the TV is exposed to shock, it may fall or break apart. This may cause injury.

Be sure to install the TV on a wall that is both perpendicular and flat.
If you fail to do so, the TV may fall and cause injury.

After proper installation of the TV, secure the cables properly.
If people or objects get tangled with cables, this may result in injury or damage to the TV.

Do not allow the AC power cord (mains lead) or the connecting cable to be pinched.
If the AC power cord (mains lead) or the connecting cable is pinched between the unit and the wall or is bent or twisted by force, the internal conductors may become exposed and cause a short circuit or an electrical break. This may cause a fire or an electric shock.

The screws needed to secure the Wall-Mount Bracket to the wall are not supplied.
Use the appropriate screws for the wall material and structure when mounting the Wall-Mount Bracket.

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