LCD Digital Colour TV

Operating Instructions
KDL-52V4000/52V42xx KDL-46V4000/46V42xx KDL-40V4000/40V42xx KDL-40S40xx/40U40xx
2008 Sony Corporation 3-298-969-11(2)
NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced with the same rating of fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with or ) must be used. When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted with the same rating of fuse, otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 13 AMP FUSE at the distribution board. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
For a list of compatible cable providers, refer to the support web site: http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/ DVBC/

Trademark information

is a registered trademark of the DVB Project Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the following US patents: 5510752, 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. BRAVIA and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

How to replace the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse. Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with the product. s The illustrations used in this manual are of the KDL-40V4000 unless otherwise stated. s The xx that appears on the model name, corresponds to two numeric digits related to design or colour variation.

Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Notes on Digital TV function
s Functions related to Digital TV ( ) will work only in countries or areas where a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2) cable service is available. Confirm with your local dealer whether the area you are in receives DVB-T signals, or ask your cable provider whether its DVB-C cable service is compatible with this TV. s Your cable provider may charge a fee for their services, or require you to agree to its terms and conditions of business. s This TV set complies with DVB-T and DVB-C specifications, but compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial and DVB-C digital cable broadcasts are not guaranteed. s Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some countries/areas and DVB-C cable may not operate correctly with some providers.

Table of Contents

Start-up Guide 4

Select Home for the best TV settings to use the TV in the home.

Control for HDMI

Do you want to enable control for compatible HDMI devices?
Make sure that the aerial is connected.

Yes No

When you select Cable, we recommend that you select Quick Scan for quick tuning. Set Frequency and Network ID according to the information supplied from your cable provider. If no channel is found using Quick Scan, try Full Scan(though it may take some time). For a list of compatible cable providers, refer to the support web site: http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/ DVBC/
Do not press any buttons on the TV or remote while searching for available channels.
Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV (except for KDL40U40xx)
This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown below. Adjust the angle left and right (swivel)

Top view

Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV ~
Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks of the TV. Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to wall-mount the TV. KDL-52V4000/52V42xx/46V4000/46V42xx/ 40V4000/40V42xx

KDL-40S40xx/40U40xx

Safety Information

Installation/Set-up

Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions below in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries.

Ventilation

s Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the cabinet. s Leave space around the TV set as shown below. s It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony wall-mount bracket in order to provide adequate air-circulation.

Installed on the wall

30 cm 10 cm 10 cm

Installation

s The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains socket. s Place the TV set on a stable, level surface. s Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall installations. s For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use Sony accessories, including: KDL-52V4000/52V42xx: Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500 KDL-46V4000/46V42xx/40V4000/40V42xx/40S40xx/ 40U40xx: Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500 TV stand SU-FL300M s Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-mount bracket when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV set. The supplied screws are designed so that they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length when measured from the attaching surface of the mounting hook. The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the Wall-mount bracket model. Use of screws other than those supplied may result in internal damage to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc. 8 mm - 12 mm

ws AUDIO

wd BRAVIA Sync
Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only available with the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is compatible with control for HDMI.

Indicators

Indicator

Picture Off / Timer

Lights up in green when you select Picture Off (page 28). Lights up in orange when you set the timer (page 28). Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode. Lights up in green when the TV is on. Lights up in orange when you have set the timer recording (page 18). Lights up in red during timer recording. Receives IR signals from the remote. Do not put anything over the sensor. The sensor may not operate properly.
Standby 3" Power/ Timer REC 4 Remote control sensor
Make sure that the TV is completely turned off before unplugging the mains lead. Unplugging the mains lead while the TV is turned on may cause the indicator to remain lit or may cause the TV to malfunction.
About the operation guide on the TV screen
Operation Guide Example: Press
or RETURN (see 3 or 5 on page 12).
The operation guide provides help on how to operate the TV using the remote, and is displayed at the bottom of the screen. Use the remote buttons shown on the operation guide.
3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/ to
select a TV channel. To select channel numbers 10 and above using the number buttons, enter the second and third digits in quick succession. To select a digital programme using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG), see page 18.

In digital mode

An information banner appears briefly. The following icons may be indicated on the banner.

BRAVIA Sync

SYNC MENU

THEATRE

DIGITAL ANALOG

RETURN

: Interactive service is available (Digital Text) : Radio service : Scrambled/Subscription service : Multiple audio languages available : Subtitles available : Subtitles available for the hearing impaired : Recommended minimum age for current programme (ages from 4 to 18) : Parental lock c (in red): Current programme is being recorded Additional operations

To Do this

1 Press 1 on the TV to turn on the TV.
When the TV is in standby mode (the 1 (standby) indicator on the TV front panel is red), press "/1 on the remote to turn on the TV.
Access the Programme index table (in analogue mode only) Access the Digital Favourites (in digital mode only)
Press. To select an analogue channel, press F/f, then press. Press. For details, see page 20.
2 Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode,
or press ANALOG to switch to analogue mode. The available channels vary depending on the mode.
To access Digital Text Many broadcasters provide a Digital Text service. Digital Text offers graphically rich contents, compared to Analogue Text. Select a digital channel which provides Digital Text, then press /. When a broadcaster provides a dedicated Digital Text channel, select this channel to access Digital Text.

Using the Digital Favourite List
You can specify up to four of your favourite channel lists.
1 In digital mode, press. 2 Perform the desired operation as shown in

Digital Favourite List

* This function may not be available in some countries/ areas. Do this
Create a Favourite list for the first time
Press to select Yes. Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list. Press F/f to select the channel you want to add, then press. A symbol appears next to channels that you have stored in the Favourite list. Press the yellow button to select a Favourite list. Press F/f to select a channel, then press. Press the blue button. Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list to edit. Press F/f to select the channel to add or remove, then press Press the blue button. Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list to edit. Press the blue button. Press G/g to select Yes, then press.
Watch a channel Add or remove channels in a Favourite list
Remove all channels from a Favourite list
Connecting Optional Equipment
You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV.

For service use only

Connect to

Input symbol on screen

When you connect a decoder, the TV tuner outputs scrambled signals to the decoder, and the decoder unscrambles the signals before outputting them. SmartLink provides a direct link between the TV and a recorder (e.g. DVD recorder). The component video sockets support the following video inputs only: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.

AV2 Component

3 / COMPONENT IN

4 HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 3

HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 HDMI 3
Digital video and audio signals are input from the connected equipment. In addition, when you connect the equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI, communication with the connected equipment is supported. Refer to page 30 to set up this communication. If the equipment has a DVI socket, connect the DVI socket to the HDMI IN 2 socket through a DVI - HDMI adaptor interface (not supplied), and connect the equipments audio out sockets to the audio in sockets in the HDMI IN 2 sockets.

The HDMI sockets support the following video inputs only: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p. For PC video inputs, see page 36. Be sure to use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo. 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. 5 / PC IN PC It is recommended to use a PC cable with ferrites like the Connector, D-sub 15 (ref. 1-793-504-11, available in Sony Service Centre), or equivalent. Use an optical audio cable.
6 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) (except for KDL40S40xx/40U40xx) CAM (Conditional Access Module)
You can listen to TV sound on the connected Hi-Fi audio equipment. Provides access to pay TV services. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your CAM. To use the CAM, remove the dummy card from the CAM slot, then turn off the TV and insert your CAM card into the slot. When you are not using the CAM, we recommend that you keep the dummy card in the CAM slot.
CAM is not supported in some countries/areas. Check with your authorised dealer. 0 AV3, and AV3 AV3 When connecting mono equipment, connect to the socket. You can listen to TV sound through headphones. AV3 L

qa i Headphones

Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment
Turn on the connected equipment, and perform one of the following operations.
For equipment connected to the scart sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead

select the TV channel.

To return to single picture mode

or RETURN.

z The picture framed in green is audible. You can switch the audible picture by pressing G/g.
Start playback on the connected equipment. The picture from the connected equipment appears on the screen.
For an auto-tuned recorder
To view two pictures simultaneously PIP (Picture in Picture) You can view two pictures (PC input and TV programme) on the screen simultaneously. Connect a PC (page 21), and make sure that images from the PC appear on the screen.
In analogue mode, press PROG +/ or the number buttons, to select the video channel.
For other connected equipment
Power Management (page 29) is not available in PIP mode.
Press to display a list of connected equipment. Press F/f to select the desired input source, then press. The highlighted item is automatically selected if you do not perform any operation for two seconds after pressing F/f. If you have set an input source to Skip in the AV Preset menu (page 30), that input source does not appear in the list.
z To return to normal TV mode, press DIGITAL or ANALOG.
1 Press TOOLS. 2 Press F/f to select PIP, then press.
The picture from the connected PC is displayed in full size, and the TV programme is displayed in the small screen. You can use F/f/G/g to change the position of the TV programme screen.

select a TV channel.

To view two pictures simultaneously PAP (Picture and Picture) You can view two pictures (external input and TV programme) on the screen simultaneously. Connect an optional equipment (page 21), and make sure that images from the equipment appear on the screen (page 23).

Press RETURN.

z You can switch the audible picture by selecting Audio Swap from the Tools menu.
This function is not available for a PC input source. You cannot change the size of the pictures. The analogue TV video in the TV programme picture will not appear while displaying AV1, AV2 or AV3 in the external input picture. However, you can hear the analogue videos sound.
1 Press TOOLS. 2 Press F/f to select PAP, then press.
The picture from the connected equipment is displayed on the left, and the TV programme is displayed on the right.
To make the control for HDMI settings
Using BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI)
The control for HDMI function enables the TV to communicate with the connected equipment that is compatible with the function, using HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). For example, by connecting Sony equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI (with HDMI cables), you can control them together. Be sure to connect the equipment correctly, and make the necessary settings. Control for HDMI Automatically turns the connected equipment off when you switch the TV to standby mode using the remote. Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the connected equipment when the equipment starts to play. If you turn on a connected audio system while the TV is on, the sound output switches from the TV speaker to the audio system. 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. SYNC MENU to display the menu of the connected HDMI equipment on the screen. After displaying the menu, you can operate the menu screen by using F/f/G/g and. TOOLS to display Device Control, then select options from Menu, Options, and Content List to operate the equipment. Refer to the instruction manual of the equipment for available control.
The control for HDMI settings must be set on both the TV side and connected equipment side. See HDMI Set-up on page 30 for the TV side settings. For settings on the connected equipment, refer to the operating instructions for that equipment.
To connect the equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI Connect the compatible equipment and the TV with an HDMI cable. When connecting an audio system, be sure to also connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) socket of the TV and the audio system using an optical audio cable (except for KDL-40S40xx/ 40U40xx). For details, see page 21.

Features

Quick Start Power Saving The TV turns on faster than usual within two hours after switching to standby mode. However, power consumption in standby mode is higher than usual. Reduces power consumption of the TV by adjusting the backlight. When you select Picture Off, the picture is switched off, and the (Picture Off) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in green. The sound remains unchanged. Provides improved picture movement when playing DVD or VCR images taken on film, reducing picture blur and graininess. Auto Off Provides smoother picture movement than the original filmbased content. Use this setting for standard use. Turns off the Film Mode.

Film Mode

If the image contains irregular signals or too much noise, Film Mode is automatically turned off even if Auto is selected. Video/Photo Sets the image quality setting most suited to the input source (video or photograph data). Video-A Sets suitable image quality, depending on the input source, video data or photograph data when directly connecting Sony HDMI output-capable equipment that supports Video-A mode. Produces suitable image quality for moving pictures. Produces suitable image quality for still images.

Video Photo

If the connected equipment does not support Video-A mode, the setting is automatically set to Video, even if you select Video-A. Video/Photo is available only for HDMI or component input source (1080p and 1080i). Timer Settings Sleep Timer Sets the TV to automatically switch to standby mode after a certain amount of time. When Sleep Timer is activated, the (Timer) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange. z When you turn off the TV and turn it on again, Sleep Timer is reset to Off. A notification message appears on the screen one minute before the TV switches to standby mode. On Timer Timer Mode Time Duration Clock Set Sets the TV to automatically turn on from standby mode. Sets the day(s) of the week you want the timer to turn on the TV. Sets the time you want the timer to turn on the TV. Sets how long you want the TV to stay on before switching to standby mode again.

On Timer Settings

Allows you to adjust the clock manually. When the TV is receiving digital channels, you cannot adjust the clock manually, because the clock automatically receives the time code from the broadcast signal.

Set-up

Auto Start-up You can run the initial set-up that appeared when you first connected the TV (page 6), and select the language, country/area and tune in all available channels again. Even if you have made the settings when you first connected the TV, you may need to change the settings after moving house, or to search for newly launched channels. Sets the language displayed on the menu screens. Screen Format Auto Format See To change the screen format manually on page 17. Automatically changes the screen format to match the broadcast signal. If you want to use the setting that you specified in Screen Format, select Off. Adjusts the picture display area in 1080i/p and 720p sources when Screen Format is set to Wide. Auto During digital broadcasts, displays pictures in accordance with the settings recommended by the broadcast station. Displays the original picture area. Displays pictures in their recommended size. Using Menu Functions

Language Screen Settings

Display Area
Full Pixel Normal Horizontal Shift Vertical Shift
Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture. Adjusts the vertical position of the picture when Screen Format is set to Smart, Zoom or 14:9.
Vertical Shift is not available when Display Area is set to Full Pixel. Vertical Size PC Settings Screen Format Adjusts the vertical size of the picture when Screen Format is set to Smart, Zoom or 14:9. Sets a screen format for displaying pictures from your PC. Full 1 Enlarges the picture to fill the vertical display area, while maintaining its original proportion. Enlarges the picture to fill the display area.

Full 2 Reset

Resets all PC screen settings to factory settings.
Auto Adjustment Automatically adjusts the display position and phase of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the connected PC. z Auto Adjustment may not work well with certain input signals. In such cases, manually adjust Phase and Horizontal Shift. Phase Pitch Horizontal Shift Power Management Adjusts the phase when the screen flickers. Adjusts the pitch when the picture has unwanted vertical stripes. Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture. Switches the TV to standby mode if no signal is received for 30 seconds.

AV Set-up

AV Preset
Assigns a name to equipment connected to the side and rear sockets. The name appears briefly on the screen when you select the equipment. You can skip input sources from connected equipment that you do not want displayed on the screen. 1 Press F/f to select the desired input source, then press. 2 Press F/f to select the desired option, then press. Equipment labels Edit: Uses preset labels to assign a name to connected equipment. Allows you to create your own label. Press F/f to select the desired letter or number, then press g. Repeat this step until you complete the name, then select OK and press. Skips unnecessary input sources.

Skip AV2 Input

Sets a signal to be input from the / / AV2 socket. Usually, set to Auto. However, depending on the connected equipment, the signal may not be correctly detected even though Auto is selected. If the video from the equipment connected to the / / AV2 socket is not displayed correctly, select Composite, S Video, or RGB for the signal of the connected equipment. Sets a signal to be output to the / / AV2 socket. If you connect a recorder or other recording equipment to the / / AV2 socket, you can record the output signal from other equipment connected to the TV. TV Auto Outputs TV broadcasts. Outputs whatever is being viewed on the screen (except signals from the / COMPONENT IN, HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, HDMI IN 3, and / PC IN sockets). Turns on and outputs the TVs sound from the TV speakers. Turns off the TV speakers and outputs the TVs sound from external audio equipment connected to the audio output sockets on the TV. You can also turn on the connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI, after making the appropriate settings of control for HDMI. Allows you to use the TVs remote to control audio output from an audio system connected to the TV. The audio output of the TV is fixed. Use your audio receivers volume control to adjust the volume (and other audio settings) through your audio system.

AV2 Output

Speaker

TV Speaker Audio System

Audio Out

Variable

HDMI Set-up
Allows the TV to communicate with equipment that is compatible with the control for HDMI function, and connected to the HDMI sockets of the TV. Note that communication settings must also be made on the connected equipment.
Control for HDMI Sets whether or not to link the operations of the TV and the connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI. When set to On, the following menu items can be performed. However, power consumption in standby mode is higher than usual. 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 is set to On using the TV. Auto Devices Off When this is set to On, the connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI turns off when you switch the TV to standby mode using the remote. Auto TV On When this is set to On, the TV turns on when you turn on the connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI. Creates or updates the HDMI Device List. Up to 11 compatible equipment items can be connected, and up to 5 equipment items can be connected to a single socket. Be sure to update the HDMI Device List when you change the connections or settings. If the specific Sony equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI is connected, Control for HDMI is applied to the connected equipment automatically when the Device List Update is executed on the TV. Using Menu Functions

Subtitle Set-up

Audio Language
Audio Description Mixing Level Radio Display
Provides audio description (narration) of visual information, when such information is available. Adjusts the TV main audio and Audio Description output levels.
Displays the screen wallpaper when you listen to a radio broadcast. You can select the screen wallpaper colour, or display a random colour. To cancel the screen wallpaper display temporarily, press any button. Sets an age restriction to viewing or recording programmes. To view or record any programme rated for ages above the age you specify, enter the correct PIN code. 1 Press the number buttons to enter your PIN code. If you have not already set a PIN code, a PIN code entry screen appears. Follow the instructions in PIN Code below. 2 Press F/f to select an age restriction or None (for unrestricted watching), then press. 3 Press RETURN. To set a PIN for the first time

Parental Lock

PIN Code
Press the number buttons to enter a PIN code. Press RETURN.
To change your PIN Press the number buttons to enter your PIN code. Press the number buttons to enter a new PIN code. Press RETURN.
z PIN code 9999 is always accepted. Technical Set-up Auto Service Update Software Download Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services as they become available. Enables the TV to automatically receive free software updates through your existing aerial/cable (when issued). We recommend that you leave the setting to On at all times. Displays the current software version and the signal level. Allows you to manually select the time zone you are in, if it is not the same as the default time zone setting for your country/area. Sets whether or not to automatically switch between summer time and winter time. Off: Displays the time according to the time difference set in Time Zone. On: Automatically switches between summer time and winter time according to the calendar. CA Module Setup Provides access to a pay TV service after you obtain a Conditional Access Module (CAM) and a view card. See page 22 for the location of the (PCMCIA) socket.
System Information Time Zone

Auto DST

Specifications
Model name System Panel system TV system Colour/video system Channel coverage
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Analogue: Depending on your country/area selection: B/G/H, D/K, L, I Digital: DVB-T/DVB-C Analogue: PAL, SECAM, NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only video input) Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML/HL Analogue: VHF: E2E12/UHF: E21E69/CATV: S1S20/HYPER: S21S41 D/K: R1R12, R21R69/L: F2F10, BQ, F21F69/I: UHF B21B69 Digital: VHF/UHF 10 W + 10 W

KDL-40S40xx/ 40U40xx

KDL-40V4000/ 40V42xx

KDL-46V4000/ 46V42xx

KDL-52V4000/ 52V42xx
Sound output Input/Output jacks Aerial/cable / AV1 AV2
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF 21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including audio/video input, RGB input, and TV audio/ video output. 21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including audio/video input, RGB input, S video input, selectable audio/video output, and SmartLink interface. Supported formats: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync/PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms/ PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms Audio input (phono jacks) Video: 1080/24p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i Audio: Two channel linear PCM: 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits Analogue audio input (minijack) (HDMI IN 2 only) PC Input (see page 36) Video input (phono jack) Audio input (phono jacks) Digital optical jack

/ / (SmartLink)

COMPONENT IN
COMPONENT IN HDMI IN 1, 2, 3
AV3 AV3 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) (except for KDL40S40xx/40U40xx)
Audio output (phono jacks)
PC Input (D-sub 15-pin) (see page 36) G: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green/B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms/ R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms/HD: 1-5 Vp-p/VD: 1-5 Vp-p PC audio input (minijack) Headphones jack CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot
i Power and others Power requirements Screen size (measured diagonally) Display resolution Power in Home/ consumption Standard mode in Shop/ Vivid mode Standby power consumption*
220 V 240 V AC, 50 Hz 40 inches (Approx. 101.6 cm) 40 inches (Approx. 101.6 cm) 46 inches (Approx. 116.8 cm) 52 inches (Approx. 132.2 cm)
1,920 dots (horizontal) 1,080 lines (vertical) 175 W 175 W 215 W 222 W

197 W 0.19 W

Model name Dimensions (Approx.) (w h d) Mass (Approx.)
KDL-40S40xx/ 40U40xx with Table-Top 99.7 69.1 27.9 cm Stand without TableTop Stand

99.7 64.4 11.0 cm

98.6 68.4 27.9 cm 98.6 64.6 11.0 cm 21.5 kg 18.5 kg
112.0 78.2 30.7 cm 112.0 74.2 11.5 cm 29.0 kg 25.0 kg
126.2 87.1 34.7 cm 126.2 82.9 11.9 cm 38.0 kg 32.0 kg
with Table-Top 23.0 kg Stand without TableTop Stand

20.0 kg

Supplied accessories Optional accessories
See 1: Checking the accessories on page 4. SU-WL500 Wall-Mount Bracket/SU-FL300M TV stand SU-WL500 WallMount Bracket
* Specified standby power is reached after the TV finishes necessary internal processes.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
PC input signal reference chart for
Resolution Signals VGA Horizontal (Pixel) 1280 Vertical (Line) 1024
Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.5 37.5 31.5 37.9 46.9 48.4 56.5 60.0 47.4 47.8 60.3 47.7 64.0 Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 Standard VESA VESA VGA-T VESA Guidelines VESA VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA

SVGA XGA

This TVs PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. This TVs PC input does not support interlaced signals. This TVs PC input supports signals in the above chart with a 60 Hz vertical frequency. For other signals, you will see the message NO SYNC. PC input signal reference chart for HDMI IN 1, 2, 3
Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA WXGA SXGA Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line) Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.5 37.9 48.4 47.4 47.8 64.0 Vertical frequency (Hz) Standard VESA VESA Guidelines VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA

Troubleshooting

Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing in red.
When the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing
The self-diagnosis function is activated.
1 Count how many times the 1 (standby) indicator flashes between each two second break.
For example, the indicator may flash three times, go off for two seconds, then flash again three times.
2 Press 1 on the TV to turn it off, disconnect the mains lead, and inform your dealer or Sony
service centre of how the indicator flashes (number of flashes).
When the 1 (standby) indicator is not flashing
1 Check the items in the tables below. 2 If the problem persists, have your TV serviced by qualified service personnel.
Condition Explanation/Solution
There is no picture (screen is dark) and no sound. No picture or menu information from equipment connected to the scart connector appears on the screen. Ghosting occurs, or double images appear. Only snow and noise appear on the screen. Check the aerial/cable connection. Connect the TV to the mains, and press 1 on the TV. If the 1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press "/1. Press to display the list of connected equipment, then select the desired input. Check the connection between the optional equipment and the TV. Additional Information

If you have connected any audio system that is compatible with control for HDMI, you cannot select Off in this menu. If you want to change the audio output to the TV speaker, select TV Speaker in the Speaker menu (page 30).
Not all channels are tuned for Check the support website for cable provide information. cable. http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/DVBC/
For useful information about Sony products

3-298-969-11(2)

Printed in Spain

LCD Digital Colour TV

Operating Instructions
KDL-52V4000/52V42xx KDL-46V4000/46V42xx KDL-40V4000/40V42xx KDL-40S40xx/40U40xx KDL-40L4000
2008 Sony Corporation 4-109-032-12(2)
NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced with the same rating of fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with or ) must be used. When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted with the same rating of fuse, otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 13 AMP FUSE at the distribution board. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
For a list of compatible cable providers, refer to the support web site: http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/ DVBC/

Trademark information

is a registered trademark of the DVB Project Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the following US patents: 5510752, 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. BRAVIA and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

How to replace the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse. Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with the product. s The illustrations used in this manual are of the KDL-40V4000 unless otherwise stated. s The xx that appears on the model name, corresponds to two numeric digits related to design or colour variation.

Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Notes on Digital TV function
s Functions related to Digital TV ( ) will work only in countries or areas where a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2) cable service is available. Confirm with your local dealer whether the area you are in receives DVB-T signals, or ask your cable provider whether its DVB-C cable service is compatible with this TV. s Your cable provider may charge a fee for their services, or require you to agree to its terms and conditions of business. s This TV set complies with DVB-T and DVB-C specifications, but compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial and DVB-C digital cable broadcasts are not guaranteed. s Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some countries/areas and DVB-C cable may not operate correctly with some providers.

Table of Contents

Start-up Guide 4
Safety Information.... 9 Precautions..... 10 Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators... 12

Watching TV

Watching TV.... 16 Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Using the Digital Favourite List.. 18

.... 20

Using Optional Equipment
Connecting Optional Equipment.... 21 Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment.... 23 Using BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI).... 24

Using Menu Functions

Navigating through menus... 25 TV Settings Menu..... 26

Additional Information

Mains lead

Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries: Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other suppliers. Insert the plug fully into the mains socket. Operate the TV set on a 220240 V AC supply only. When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables. Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket before working on or moving the TV set. Keep the mains lead away from heat sources. Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may deteriorate, which could result in a fire.
s Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment. s Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The core conductors may be exposed or broken.

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s Do not modify the mains lead. s Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead. s Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the mains lead. s Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket. s Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.

Precautions

Viewing the TV
s View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or during long period of time, strains your eyes. s When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.

Prohibited Usage

Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or situations such as those listed below, or the TV set may malfunction and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage and/or injuries.

LCD Screen

s Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a structural property of the LCD screen and is not a malfunction. s Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD screen may be damaged. s If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the picture or the picture may become dark. This does not indicate a failure. These phenomena disappear as the temperature rises. s Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously. It may disappear after a few moments. s The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use. This is not a malfunction. s The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal. Some fluorescent tubes used in this TV set also contain mercury. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for disposal.

z When four coloured items appear at the bottom of the Text page, you can access pages quickly and easily (Fast Text). Press the corresponding coloured button to access the page.
Displays cinemascopic (letter box format) broadcasts in the correct proportion.
Displays 14:9 broadcasts in the correct proportion. As a result, black border areas are visible on the screen.
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off. You can adjust the vertical position of the picture. Press F/f to move the picture up or down (e.g. to read subtitles).
When you select Smart, some characters and/or letters at the top and the bottom of the picture may not be visible. In such a case, adjust Vertical Size in the Screen Settings menu (page 29). You cannot select 4:3 or 14:9 for HD signal source pictures. z When Auto Format (page 29) is set to On, the TV automatically selects the best mode to suit the broadcast. If 720p, 1080i or 1080p source pictures are displayed with black borders on the screen edges, select Smart or Zoom to adjust the pictures.
To change the screen format manually Press repeatedly to select the desired screen format.

Smart*

Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts with an imitation wide screen effect. The 4:3 picture is stretched to fill the screen.
Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts (e.g. non-wide screen TV) in the correct proportion.
Displays wide screen (16:9) broadcasts in the correct proportion.
Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
1 In digital mode, press GUIDE. 2 Perform the desired operation as shown in
the following table or displayed on the screen.
* This function may not be available in some countries/ areas. Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) To Do this
View a programme Turn off the EPG Sort programme information by category Category list
Press F/f/G/g to select a programme, then press Press GUIDE.
Press the blue button. Press F/f/G/g to select a category, then press. The categories available include: All Categories: Contains all available channels. Category name (e.g. News): Contains all channels corresponding to the selected category. Press F/f/G/g to select the programme you want to record, then press. Press F/f to select Timer REC. Press to set the timers on the TV and recorder. A c symbol (in red) appears next to the programmes information. The indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.

Set a programme to be recorded Timer REC
z You can perform the above procedure even if the programme you want to record has already started. Set a programme to be displayed automatically on the screen when it starts Reminder
Press F/f/G/g to select a future programme you want to display, then press. Press F/f to select Reminder, then press. A c symbol appears next to the programmes information. The indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.
If you switch the TV to standby mode, the TV will automatically turn on when the programme starts. Set the time and date of a programme you want to record Manual timer REC
Press. Press F/f to select Manual timer REC, then press. Press F/f to select the date, then press g. Set the start and stop time in the same way as in step 3. Press F/f to select the programme, then press. Press to set the timers on the TV and recorder. The indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.

Do this

Cancel a recording/reminder Timer list
Press. Press F/f to select Timer list, then press. Press F/f to select the programme you want to cancel, then press. Press F/f to select Cancel Timer, then press. A display appears to confirm that you want to cancel the programme. Press G/g to select Yes, then press. Watching TV
You can set recorder timer recordings on the TV only when the connected recorder is compatible with SmartLink. However, depending on the connected recorder type, this setting may not be available even though the recorder is SmartLink-compatible. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your recorder. Once a recording has begun, you can switch the TV to standby mode, but do not turn off the TV completely, or the recording will be cancelled. If an age restriction has been set to programmes, a message asking for a PIN code appears on the screen. For details, see Parental Lock on page 34.
Using the Digital Favourite List
You can specify up to four of your favourite channel lists.

6 DIGITAL AUDIO (PCM) OUT (OPTICAL) (except for KDL40S40xx/40U40xx/ 40L4000) CAM (Conditional Access Module)
You can listen to TV sound on the connected Hi-Fi audio equipment. Provides access to pay TV services. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your CAM. To use the CAM, remove the dummy card from the CAM slot, then turn off the TV and insert your CAM card into the slot. When you are not using the CAM, we recommend that you keep the dummy card in the CAM slot.
CAM is not supported in some countries/areas. Check with your authorised dealer. 0 AV3, and AV3 AV3 When connecting mono equipment, connect to the socket. You can listen to TV sound through headphones. AV3 L

qa i Headphones

Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment
Turn on the connected equipment, and perform one of the following operations.
For equipment connected to the scart sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead

select the TV channel.

To return to single picture mode

or RETURN.

z The picture framed in green is audible. You can switch the audible picture by pressing G/g.
Start playback on the connected equipment. The picture from the connected equipment appears on the screen.
For an auto-tuned recorder
To view two pictures simultaneously PIP (Picture in Picture) You can view two pictures (PC input and TV programme) on the screen simultaneously. Connect a PC (page 21), and make sure that images from the PC appear on the screen.
In analogue mode, press PROG +/ or the number buttons, to select the video channel.
For other connected equipment
Power Management (page 29) is not available in PIP mode.
Press to display a list of connected equipment. Press F/f to select the desired input source, then press. The highlighted item is automatically selected if you do not perform any operation for two seconds after pressing F/f. If you have set an input source to Skip in the AV Preset menu (page 30), that input source does not appear in the list.
z To return to normal TV mode, press DIGITAL or ANALOG.
1 Press TOOLS. 2 Press F/f to select PIP, then press.
The picture from the connected PC is displayed in full size, and the TV programme is displayed in the small screen. You can use F/f/G/g to change the position of the TV programme screen.

select a TV channel.

To view two pictures simultaneously PAP (Picture and Picture) You can view two pictures (external input and TV programme) on the screen simultaneously. Connect an optional equipment (page 21), and make sure that images from the equipment appear on the screen (page 23).

Press RETURN.

z You can switch the audible picture by selecting Audio Swap from the Tools menu.
This function is not available for a PC input source. You cannot change the size of the pictures. The analogue TV video in the TV programme picture will not appear while displaying AV1, AV2 or AV3 in the external input picture. However, you can hear the analogue videos sound.
1 Press TOOLS. 2 Press F/f to select PAP, then press.
The picture from the connected equipment is displayed on the left, and the TV programme is displayed on the right.
To make the control for HDMI settings
Using BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI)
The control for HDMI function enables the TV to communicate with the connected equipment that is compatible with the function, using HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). For example, by connecting Sony equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI (with HDMI cables), you can control them together. Be sure to connect the equipment correctly, and make the necessary settings. Control for HDMI Automatically turns the connected equipment off when you switch the TV to standby mode using the remote. Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the connected equipment when the equipment starts to play. If you turn on a connected audio system while the TV is on, the sound output switches from the TV speaker to the audio system. 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. SYNC MENU to display the menu of the connected HDMI equipment on the screen. After displaying the menu, you can operate the menu screen by using F/f/G/g and. TOOLS to display Device Control, then select options from Menu, Options, and Content List to operate the equipment. Refer to the instruction manual of the equipment for available control.
The control for HDMI settings must be set on both the TV side and connected equipment side. See HDMI Set-up on page 30 for the TV side settings. For settings on the connected equipment, refer to the operating instructions for that equipment.
To connect the equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI Connect the compatible equipment and the TV with an HDMI cable. When connecting an audio system, be sure to also connect the DIGITAL AUDIO (PCM) OUT (OPTICAL) socket of the TV and the audio system using an optical audio cable (except for KDL40S40xx/40U40xx/40L4000). For details, see page 21.

Navigating through menus

Menu functions allow you to enjoy various convenient features of this TV. You can easily select channels or input sources, and change the settings for your TV.
To select the equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI, select HDMI Device Selection.

6 Settings

Displays the Settings menu where most of the advanced settings and adjustments are performed. 1 Press F/f to select a menu item, then press. 2 Press F/f/G/g to select an option or adjust a setting, then press. For details about settings, see pages 26 to 34.
1 Press MENU. 2 Press F/f to select an option, then press
. To exit the menu, press MENU.
The options you can adjust vary depending on the situation. Unavailable options are greyed out or not displayed. Using Menu Functions * This function may not be available in some countries/areas.

1 Digital Favourites*

Displays the Favourite list (page 20).

2 Analogue

Returns to the last viewed analogue channel.

3 Digital*

Returns to the last viewed digital channel.

4 Digital EPG*

Displays the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) (page 18).

5 External Inputs

Displays a list of equipment connected to the TV. To view pictures from an external input, select the input source, then press.

TV Settings Menu

Picture
Picture Mode Sets a picture mode when displaying an input other than a PC. The options for Picture Mode may differ depending on the Video/Photo setting (page 28). When you select Shop (or Home) in step 5 of the initial set-up (page 7), Picture Mode is set to Vivid (or Standard). Vivid (Shop, see Enhances picture contrast and sharpness. page 7) Standard (Home, see page 7) Cinema Photo Display Mode Video Text Reset Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Hue For standard pictures. Recommended for home entertainment. For viewing film-based content. Most suitable when viewing the TV in a theatre-like environment. Sets the optimum picture quality for photographs. For video images. For text, charts or tables.
Sets a display mode when displaying a PC input.
Resets all the Picture settings to the factory settings excluding Picture Mode and Display Mode. Adjusts the brightness of the backlight. Increases or decreases picture contrast. Brightens or darkens the picture. Increases or decreases colour intensity. Increases or decreases the green tones and red tones.
Hue can be adjusted only for the NTSC colour signal (e.g. U.S.A. video tapes). Colour Temperature Adjusts the whiteness of the picture. Cool Neutral Warm 1/Warm 2 Gives white colours a blue tint. Gives white colours a neutral tint. Gives white colours a red tint. Warm 2 gives a redder tint than Warm 1.

For other equipment connected to the TV, set Dual Sound to Stereo, A, or B. When you connect an external equipment to the HDMI socket, Dual Sound is automatically set to Stereo (except when using the audio in sockets).

Features

Quick Start Power Saving The TV turns on faster than usual within two hours after switching to standby mode. However, power consumption in standby mode is higher than usual. Reduces power consumption of the TV by adjusting the backlight. When you select Picture Off, the picture is switched off, and the (Picture Off) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in green. The sound remains unchanged. Provides improved picture movement when playing DVD or VCR images taken on film, reducing picture blur and graininess. Auto Off Provides smoother picture movement than the original filmbased content. Use this setting for standard use. Turns off the Film Mode.

Film Mode

If the image contains irregular signals or too much noise, Film Mode is automatically turned off even if Auto is selected. Video/Photo Sets the image quality setting most suited to the input source (video or photograph data). Video-A Sets suitable image quality, depending on the input source, video data or photograph data when directly connecting Sony HDMI output-capable equipment that supports Video-A mode. Produces suitable image quality for moving pictures. Produces suitable image quality for still images.

Video Photo

If the connected equipment does not support Video-A mode, the setting is automatically set to Video, even if you select Video-A. Video/Photo is available only for HDMI or component input source (1080p and 1080i). Timer Settings Sleep Timer Sets the TV to automatically switch to standby mode after a certain amount of time. When Sleep Timer is activated, the (Timer) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange. z When you turn off the TV and turn it on again, Sleep Timer is reset to Off. A notification message appears on the screen one minute before the TV switches to standby mode. On Timer Timer Mode Time Duration Clock Set Sets the TV to automatically turn on from standby mode. Sets the day(s) of the week you want the timer to turn on the TV. Sets the time you want the timer to turn on the TV. Sets how long you want the TV to stay on before switching to standby mode again.

Control for HDMI Sets whether or not to link the operations of the TV and the connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI. When set to On, the following menu items can be performed. However, power consumption in standby mode is higher than usual. 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 is set to On using the TV. Auto Devices Off When this is set to On, the connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI turns off when you switch the TV to standby mode using the remote. Auto TV On When this is set to On, the TV turns on when you turn on the connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI. Creates or updates the HDMI Device List. Up to 11 compatible equipment items can be connected, and up to 5 equipment items can be connected to a single socket. Be sure to update the HDMI Device List when you change the connections or settings. If the specific Sony equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI is connected, Control for HDMI is applied to the connected equipment automatically when the Device List Update is executed on the TV. Using Menu Functions

Device List Update

HDMI Device List Displays a list of connected equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI.
You cannot use Control for HDMI if the TV operations are linked to the operations of an audio system that is compatible with control for HDMI. Product Information All Reset Displays product information of the TV. Resets all settings to factory settings and displays the initial set-up screen.
Do not turn off the TV or press any buttons during All Reset (takes about 30 seconds). Settings for the Digital Favourites lists, country/area, language, and auto tuned channels will also be reset to factory settings.

Analogue Set-up

Auto Tuning Tunes in all the available analogue channels. You can retune the TV after moving house, or to search for newly launched channels. Changes the order of analogue channels stored in the TV. 1 Press F/f to select the channel you want to move to a new position, then press. 2 Press F/f to select the new position for the channel, then press.

Programme Sorting

Manual Programme Preset
Press F/f to select the programme number you want to manually tune (if tuning a recorder, select channel 00), then press. System/Channel
Press F/f to select System, then press. Press F/f to select one of the following TV broadcast systems, then press RETURN. B/G: For western European countries/areas I: For the United Kingdom D/K: For eastern European countries/areas L: For France Press F/f to select Channel, then press. Press F/f to select S (for cable channels) or C (for terrestrial channels), then press g.

S is not available when United Kingdom is selected for Country (page 7). 5 Tune the channels as follows: If you do not know the channel number (frequency) Press F/f to search for the next available channel. The search stops when a channel is found. To continue searching, press F/f. If you know the channel number (frequency) Press the number buttons to enter the channel number of the broadcast you want to tune, or the channel number of your recorder. 6 Press to jump to Confirm, then press. Repeat the above procedure to preset other channels manually. Label Assigns a name of your choice, up to five letters or numbers, to the selected channel. This name appears briefly on the screen when you select the channel. Allows you to fine-tune the selected channel manually if you feel that a slight tuning adjustment may improve picture quality. You can adjust the fine tuning over a range of 15 to +15. When On is selected, fine tuning adjustments are made automatically. Improves the sound of individual channels when distortion occurs in mono broadcasts. Sometimes a non-standard broadcast signal can cause sound distortion or intermittent sound muting in mono programmes. If you do not experience any sound distortion, we recommend that you leave this option to Off (factory setting).

Audio Filter

You cannot receive stereo or dual sound when Low or High is selected. Audio Filter is not available when System is set to L. LNA Improves the picture quality of the channel (noisy picture) when the broadcast signal is very weak. If you cannot see any improvement in the picture quality even if you set to On, set this option to Off (factory setting). Skips unused analogue channels when you press PROG +/ to select channels. To select channels you have programmed to skip, use the corresponding number buttons.

Decoder

Allows you to view and record the scrambled channel when using a decoder connected directly to scart connector / AV1, or / / AV2 via a recorder.
This option is not available when United Kingdom is selected for Country (page 7). Confirm Saves changes you have made to the Manual Programme Preset settings.

Digital Set-up

Digital Tuning Digital Auto Tuning Tunes in the available digital channels. You can retune the TV after moving house, or to search for newly launched channels.
Programme List Allows you to remove or change the order of digital channels Edit stored in the TV. 1 Press F/f to select the channel you want to remove or move to a new position. You can also select a channel by pressing the number buttons to enter its three-digit channel number. 2 Remove or change the order of the digital channels as follows: To remove the digital channel Press. After a confirmation message appears, press G to select Yes, then press. To change the order of the digital channels Press g, then press F/f or number buttons to select the new position for the channel and press G. 3 Press RETURN. Digital Manual Tuning Tunes the digital channels manually. This feature is available when Digital Auto Tuning is set to Antenna. 1 Press the number buttons to enter the channel number you want to tune, then press F/f. 2 When the available channels are found, press F/f to select the channel you want to store, then press. 3 Press F/f to select the channel number where you want to store the new channel, then press. Repeat the above procedure to tune other channels. 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). Subtitle Language Audio Set-up Audio Type Allows you to select the language of the subtitles. Switches to broadcast for the hearing impaired when you select For Hard Of Hearing. Sets the language to be used for a programme. Some digital channels may broadcast several audio languages for a programme.

KDL-46V4000/ 46V42xx

KDL-52V4000/ 52V42xx

Sound output Input/Output jacks Aerial/cable / AV1 AV2
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF 21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including audio/video input, RGB input, and TV audio/ video output. 21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including audio/video input, RGB input, S video input, selectable audio/video output, and SmartLink interface. Supported formats: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync/PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms/ PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms Audio input (phono jacks) Video: 1080/24p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i Audio: Two channel linear PCM: 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits Analogue audio input (minijack) (HDMI IN 2 only) PC Input (see page 36) Video input (phono jack) Audio input (phono jacks) Digital optical jack

/ / (SmartLink)

COMPONENT IN
COMPONENT IN HDMI IN 1, 2, 3
(HDMI IN 3 is not available in KDL-40L4000.)
AV3 AV3 DIGITAL AUDIO (PCM) OUT (OPTICAL)
(except for KDL-40S40xx/ 40U40xx/40L4000)
Audio output (phono jacks)
PC Input (D-sub 15-pin) (see page 36) G: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green/B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms/ R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms/HD: 1-5 Vp-p/VD: 1-5 Vp-p PC audio input (minijack) Headphones jack CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot
i Power and others Power requirements Screen size (measured diagonally) Display resolution Power in Home/ consumption Standard mode in Shop/ Vivid mode Standby power consumption*
220 V 240 V AC, 50 Hz 40 inches (Approx. 101.6 cm) 40 inches (Approx. 101.6 cm) 46 inches (Approx. 116.8 cm) 52 inches (Approx. 132.2 cm)
1,920 dots (horizontal) 1,080 lines (vertical) 175 W 175 W 215 W 222 W

197 W 0.19 W

Model name

98.6 68.4 27.9 cm

112.0 78.2 30.7 cm

126.2 87.1 34.7 cm

Dimensions with Table-Top 99.7 69.1 27.9 cm (KDL-40S40xx/40U40xx) Stand (Approx.) 99.5 68.8 27.6 cm (w h d)

(KDL-40L4000)

without TableTop Stand
99.7 64.4 11.0 cm (KDL-40S40xx/40U40xx) 99.5 65.1 11.1 cm (KDL-40L4000)

98.6 64.6 11.0 cm

112.0 74.2 11.5 cm

126.2 82.9 11.9 cm

Mass (Approx.)
with Table-Top 23.0 kg (KDL-40S40xx/40U40xx) 21.5 kg 21.5 kg (KDL-40L4000) Stand without TableTop Stand
20.0 kg (KDL-40S40xx/40U40xx) 18.5 kg 18.5 kg (KDL-40L4000) See 1: Checking the accessories on page 4. SU-WL500 Wall-Mount Bracket/SU-FL300M TV stand

29.0 kg 25.0 kg

38.0 kg 32.0 kg
Supplied accessories Optional accessories
SU-WL500 WallMount Bracket
* Specified standby power is reached after the TV finishes necessary internal processes. When Control for HDMI is activated, standby power consumption is 0.6 W. When Quick Start is activated, standby power consumption will remain at 16 W for two hours after switching to standby mode.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
PC input signal reference chart for
Resolution Signals VGA Horizontal (Pixel) 1280 Vertical (Line) 1024
Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.5 37.5 31.5 37.9 46.9 48.4 56.5 60.0 47.4 47.8 60.3 47.7 64.0 Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 Standard VESA VESA VGA-T VESA Guidelines VESA VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA

SVGA XGA

This TVs PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. This TVs PC input does not support interlaced signals. This TVs PC input supports signals in the above chart with a 60 Hz vertical frequency. For other signals, you will see the message NO SYNC. PC input signal reference chart for HDMI IN 1, 2, 3*
Resolution Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA WXGA SXGA Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line) Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.5 37.9 48.4 47.4 47.8 64.0 Vertical frequency (Hz) Standard VESA VESA Guidelines VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA
* HDMI IN 3 is not available in KDL-40L4000.

Troubleshooting

Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing in red.
When the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing
The self-diagnosis function is activated.
1 Count how many times the 1 (standby) indicator flashes between each two second break.
For example, the indicator may flash three times, go off for two seconds, then flash again three times.
2 Press 1 on the TV to turn it off, disconnect the mains lead, and inform your dealer or Sony
service centre of how the indicator flashes (number of flashes).
When the 1 (standby) indicator is not flashing
1 Check the items in the tables below. 2 If the problem persists, have your TV serviced by qualified service personnel.
Condition Explanation/Solution
There is no picture (screen is dark) and no sound. No picture or menu information from equipment connected to the scart connector appears on the screen. Ghosting occurs, or double images appear. Only snow and noise appear on the screen. Check the aerial/cable connection. Connect the TV to the mains, and press 1 on the TV. If the 1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press "/1. Press to display the list of connected equipment, then select the desired input. Check the connection between the optional equipment and the TV. Additional Information

Check the aerial/cable connection. Check the aerial location and direction. Check if the aerial is broken or bent. Check if the aerial has reached the end of its serviceable life (three to five years for normal use, one to two years when used at the seaside).
The picture is distorted (dotted Keep the TV away from electrical noise sources such as cars, lines or stripes appear). motorcycles, hair-dryers, or optical equipment. When installing optional equipment, leave some space between the optional equipment and the TV. Check the aerial/cable connection. Keep the aerial/cable TV cable away from other connecting cables. There is picture or sound noise Adjust AFT (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain better picture when viewing a TV channel. reception (page 32). Tiny black points and/or bright points appear on the screen. The picture contours are distorted. The screen is composed of pixels. Tiny black points and/or bright points (pixels) on the screen do not indicate a malfunction. Select Auto in Film Mode (page 28).
The picture is not displayed in Select Reset (page 26). colour. The picture from equipment connected to the COMPONENT IN sockets is not displayed in colour, or is displayed in irregular colours. Check the connection of the COMPONENT IN sockets and check if the sockets are firmly seated in their respective sockets.

Condition

Explanation/Solution
The picture is good, but there Press 2 +/ or % (Mute). is no sound. Check if the Speaker is set to TV Speaker (page 30). When using HDMI input with Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio, DIGITAL AUDIO (PCM) OUT (OPTICAL) may not output audio signals.

Channels

You cannot select your desired Switch between digital and analogue mode, and select the desired channel. digital/analogue channel. Some channels are blank. The channel is for scrambled/subscription service only. Subscribe to a pay TV service. The channel is used only for data (no picture or sound). Contact the broadcaster for transmission details. Contact a local installer to find out if digital transmissions are provided in your area. Upgrade to a higher gain aerial. Check if the Sleep Timer is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of On Timer Settings (page 28). If no signal is received and no operation is performed in the TV mode for 10 minutes, the TV automatically switches to standby mode. Check if the On Timer Settings is activated (page 28).