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Introduction Notes for Australia and New Zealand model Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the TV, please read this This product is ENERGY RATING manual thoroughly and retain it for future qualified in the “Home” mode. ENERGY reference.
Table of Contents Start-up Guide Safety Information ..........................8 Precautions ............................9 Remote and TV Controls/Indicators ....................10 Watching TV Watching TV ............................15 Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) (Australian model and Singaporean model only) ..........................17 Using the Favourite List ........................18 Using Optional Equipment Connecting Optional Equipment ....................20 Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment ................23 Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB ..................24...
Start-up Guide Before Use 1:Attaching the stand (for KDL-46Z5500/40Z5500) To check the accessories Open the carton box and take out the stand Mains lead/AC power cord (1) and the screws. Cable holder (1) Place the TV set on the stand. Stand (1) and screws (4) (KDL-46Z5500/40Z5500 only) RM-GD008 Remote (1)
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AV cable screw with a strong cord (not supplied). (not supplied) Aerial/ • An optional Sony support belt kit is used to secure Antenna the TV. Contact your nearest Sony service centre cable (not supplied) to purchase a kit. Have your TV model name ready for reference.
4: Bundling the cables 5: Performing the initial set-up You can also install the cable holder here. (After installation, you will not be able to remove it.) * The shapes of mains plug/AC power plug and mains socket/AC power outlet differ depending on the region. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Adjusting the viewing angle Detaching the Table-Top of the TV Stand from the TV This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown below. • Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks of the TV. Adjust the angle left and right (swivel) •...
TV. • It is strongly recommended that you use – Keep the AC power cord away from • Only qualified service personnel should a Sony wall-mount bracket in order to heat sources. carry out wall installations. provide adequate air-circulation. –...
Mercury is sometimes contained depending on the kind of following problems occur. fluorescent tubes. Follow your local Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to ordinances and regulations for disposal. have it checked by qualified service Handling and cleaning the personnel.
Remote and TV Controls/Indicators Remote and TV controls Buttons on the TV will work the same as those on the remote. * In the TV menu, these buttons will work as • The number 5, N, PROG + and AUDIO buttons on the remote have a tactile dot.
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Press F/f/G/g to move the on-screen cursor. Press to select/confirm the highlighted item. When playing a photo file: Press F/G to select the previous file. Press f/g to select the next file. When playing a music/video file: Press pause/start the playback. Press and hold G/g to fast forward/fast reverse, then release the button at the point where you want to resume playback.
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qf GUIDE / Press to display the Digital Electronic (EPG) Programme Guide (EPG) (page 17). For New Zealand model, EPG is available as an interactive service if provided by a broadcaster. Press to display the Favourite List that you (Favourite) have specified (page 18).
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• When you change the “Scene Select” setting, Theatre Mode turns off automatically. • “Control for HDMI” (BRAVIA Sync) is only available with the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync or BRAVIA Theatre Sync logo or is compatible with control for HDMI.
Indicators Indicator Description (Picture Off / Lights up in green when you select “Picture Off” (page 33). Timer) Lights up in orange when you set the timer (page 17, 33). 2 1 (Standby) Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode. 3 "...
Watching TV Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode, Watching TV or press ANALOG to switch to analogue mode. The available channels vary depending on the mode. Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to select a TV channel. To select a digital programme using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG), see page 17 (Australian model and Singaporean model only).
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To access Text Zoom* Press /. Each time you press /, the display Displays the changes cyclically as follows: cinemascopic (letter Text and TV picture t Text t No Text (exit box format) picture in the Text service) the correct proportion. To select a page, press the number buttons or 14:9* To hold a page, press...
Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) (Australian model and Singaporean model only) In digital mode, press GUIDE. All Categories Perform the desired operation as shown in the following table or displayed on the screen. Previous Next 30 min view Category (Australian model) (Singaporean model)
Using the Favourite List Analogue Favourites The Favourite feature lets you select programmes from a list of up to 16 favourite channels that you specify. In analogue mode, press Perform the desired operation as shown in the following table or displayed on the screen.
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Digital Favourites You can specify up to four of your favourite channel lists. In digital mode, press Perform the desired operation as shown in the following table or displayed on the screen. (Australian model) (New Zealand model and Singaporean model) Digital Favourite List Do this Press RETURN.
Using Optional Equipment Connecting Optional Equipment You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV. Broadband router Digital still camera Camcorder Hi-Fi audio equipment USB storage media Camcorder Headphones Video Audio system DVD player with game component output equipment DVD player Camcorder...
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PC IN and HDMI IN 1 sockets/jacks.) • Be sure to use only an authorised HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable (high speed type). • When connecting an audio system that is compatible with control for HDMI, be sure to also connect it to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) socket/jack.
Connecting other equipment Connect to Connect with Description PC IN PC cable with It is indispensable to use a PC cable with ferrite cores. ferrites, audio cable LAN cable You can enjoy the TV’s network features (page 29). 0 i Headphones You can listen to TV sound through headphones.
For PIP mode Viewing Pictures from Press again. Connected Equipment The mode changes from “Twin Picture” to “PIP.” Turn on the connected equipment, then The picture from the connected PC or perform the following operation. equipment is displayed in full size and the Press TV programme is displayed in the bottom Press F/f to select...
The data on the USB device may be damaged. photograph is displayed, then press F/f to • Sony will not be held liable for any damage to, or loss of, data on the recording media due to a select “File Options” and press malfunction of any connected devices or the TV.
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. Then, select the duration, latitude information (“Log files”) has been and press recorded using a Sony GPS unit. Follow the The counter appears on the screen. procedure described below. To return to the XMB™ Connect the GPS unit to the USB port.
• Adjusts the volume (2 +/–) and mutes the sound (%) of a connected audio system. • You can operate the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo by the TV remote by pressing: – N/x/X/m/M/./> to operate the connected equipment directly.
Displays the top menu of the TOP MENU BD/DVD disc. Programming the remote This remote is preset to operate Sony TVs, and most Sony Blu-ray disc players, DVD players, DVD/HDD recorders, and audio systems (Home Theatre, etc.). To control such Sony Blu-ray disc players, •...
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1. DAV Home Theatre System Press Manufacturer Code The selected function button flashes SONY (DAV) 4501 – 4506 twice. If the selected function button flashes five AV receivers times, repeat from step 1.
Using Home Network Features With this TV, you can enjoy contents stored in Enjoying Photo/Music/ DLNA-compatible devices on the home network. Video Files via the Network Devices that store and provide contents, such You can enjoy photo/music/video files on the as photo/music/video files, are called “server.”...
Depending on the network device, the file format Checking the Network may be converted before transfer. In such cases, the file format resulting after conversion is used Connection for playback. For details, refer to the instruction manual for the network device being used. Enter the respective (alphanumeric) values for Even files conforming to one of the file formats your router.
Adjusting the Server Display Settings You can select home network servers to be displayed on the Home Menu. Up to 10 servers can be displayed on the Home Menu automatically. Set the server to allow connections from the TV. For details on settings on the server, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the server.
Using Menu Functions Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB™ The XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the TV screen. The XMB™ is an easy way to select programmes and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. Press HOME to display the XMB™.
TV Settings Menu System Update Used to update the TV ’s system software in the future Instruction Manual Displays the instruction manual on the screen. • The instruction manual is displayed in English only. BRAVIA Tips Introduces how to enjoy the TV. Clock/Timers Sleep Timer Sets the TV to automatically switch to standby mode after a certain amount of...
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Light Sensor Automatically optimises the picture settings according to the ambient light in the room. • Do not put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function. See page 14 to check the position of the sensor. Picture Target Inputs Allows you to select whether to use the common settings or to make custom settings for the input you are currently viewing.
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Colour Temperature Adjusts the whiteness of the picture. Cool Gives white colours a blue tint. Neutral Gives white colours a neutral tint. Warm 1/Warm 2 Gives white colours a red tint. “Warm 2” gives a redder tint than “Warm 1.” •...
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Sound Target Inputs Allows you to select whether to use the common settings or to make custom settings for the input you are currently viewing. Common Applies common settings to all inputs in which “Target Inputs” is set to “Common.” Name of current Allows you to make custom settings for the input.
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Dual Sound Sets the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast. Stereo/Mono For stereo broadcasts. Main/Sub/Mono For bilingual broadcasts, select “Main” for sound channel 1, “Sub” for sound channel 2, or “Mono” for mono channel, if available. •...
Screen (for PC input) Auto Adjustment Automatically adjusts the display position, phase, and pitch of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the connected PC. • “Auto Adjustment” may not work well with certain input signals. In such cases, manually adjust “Phase,”...
Audio Settings Speaker TV Speaker Turns on and outputs the TV’s sound from the TV speakers. Audio System Turns off the TV speakers and outputs the TV’s sound from external audio equipment connected to the audio output sockets/jacks on the TV. Audio Out Variable When using an external audio system, volume output from...
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HDMI. When set to “On,” the following functions are available. If the specific Sony equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI is connected, this setting is applied to the connected equipment automatically when the “Control for HDMI”...
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Logo Illumination Lights up and turns off the Sony logo on the front of the TV. Language Sets the language displayed on the menu screens. Product Information Displays product information of the TV.
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Intelligent Picture On with Indicator Automatically reduces the picture noise. The signal level bar is displayed when the channel is changed or the display is changed from an input screen to a TV programme. Automatically reduces the picture noise. Turns off the “Intelligent Picture” feature. Manual Programme To preset a channel, press PROG +/–...
Digital Set-up Subtitle Set-up Subtitle Setting When set to “For Hard Of Hearing,” visual aids for the hearing impaired are displayed with the subtitles (when such visual aids are available). Preferred Allows you to select the language of the subtitles. Language Audio Set-up Audio Type...
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Radio Display Displays the screen wallpaper when you listen to a radio broadcast. You can select the screen wallpaper colour, display a random colour or view a slideshow (page 24, 30). To cancel the screen wallpaper display temporarily, press any button. Parental Lock Singaporean model: Sets an age restriction to viewing.
Network Settings Network IP Address Manual Settings Allows you to set the network settings according to your network environment. DHCP (DNS manual) Automatically acquires the network settings except for DNS server settings. You can manually set the DNS settings. DHCP (DNS automatic) Automatically acquires the network settings through the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol server function of the router or Internet service provider.
TV’s weight. Be sure to entrust the attachment of these products to the wall to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay adequate attention to safety during the installation. Sony is not liable for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper...
TV installation dimensions table SU-WL500: Screen centre point SU-WL50B: Screen centre point Unit: mm Screen Length for each mounting angle Display centre dimensions Angle (0°) Angle (20°) dimension Model Name SU-WL500 only WL500 WL50B WL500 WL50B WL500 WL50B KDL-52Z5500 1,240 KDL-46Z5500 1,091 KDL-40Z5500...
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Screw and Hook locations diagram/table Screw location Hook location Model Name SU-WL500 SU-WL50B SU-WL500 SU-WL50B KDL-52Z5500/46Z5500/40Z5500 d, g d, i SU-WL500: Screw location Hook location When installing the Mounting Hook on the TV. When installing the TV onto the Base Bracket. * Hook location “a”...
Specifications Model name KDL-40Z5500 KDL-46Z5500 KDL-52Z5500 System Panel system LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel TV system Analogue: B/G, I, D/K Digital: DVB-T Colour/video system Analogue: PAL, PAL60 (only video input), SECAM, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43 (only video input) Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML/HL (Australian model), MPEG-2 MP@ML/HL, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC MP/HP@L4 (New Zealand and Singaporean model) Channel coverage...
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Model name KDL-40Z5500 KDL-46Z5500 KDL-52Z5500 Dimensions with Table-Top Stand 958 mm × 649 mm × 1,091 mm × 725 mm × 1,240 mm × 821 mm × 303 mm 330 mm 358 mm (Approx.) (w × h × d) without Table-Top Stand 958 mm ×...
Press 1 on the TV to turn it off, disconnect the mains lead/AC power cord, and inform your dealer or Sony service centre of how the indicator flashes (number of flashes). When the 1 (standby) indicator is not flashing Check the items in the tables below.
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Condition Explanation/Solution The picture from equipment • Check the connection of the 1 or 2 sockets/jacks and check if the connected to the 1 or 2 sockets/jacks are firmly seated in their respective sockets/jacks. sockets/jacks is not displayed in colour, or is displayed in irregular colours.
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Condition Explanation/Solution The server cannot be found, a • Once server settings are changed, turn the TV off and on by pressing 1 list cannot be retrieved, and on the TV. playback fails. • Execute “Server Diagnostics” (page 31). When using a PC as the server •...
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Condition Explanation/Solution The remote does not function. • Replace the batteries. HDMI equipment does not • Check that your equipment is compatible with control for HDMI. appear on “HDMI Device List.” You cannot select “Off” in • If you have connected any audio system that is compatible with control “Control for HDMI.”...
Factory Settings 41 Fastext 16 Index Radio Display 44 Favourite list 18 Reminder 17 Favourite Set-up 41 Numerics Remote control 10 Full 16 inserting batteries 4 1 Digit Direct 41 Gamma 35 sensor 14 14:9 16 Renderer 30 4:3 Default 37 Renderer Access Control 45 HDMI Set-up 40 Renderer Function 45...
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Instructions on “Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket” are not supplied in the form of a separate leaflet with this TV. These installation instructions are included within this TV’s instructions manual. Customer Support: 4-142-006-12(1) Printed in Malaysia...