A-DLR-100-12(1)

Additional Information for Using Sony Wall-Mount Bracket (SU-WL500)
Compatible TV models for this Wall-Mount Bracket information:
KDL-60NX801/KDL-60NX800/KDL-55HX701/KDL-46HX701/KDL-40HX701/KDL-52EX707/ KDL-46EX707/KDL-40EX707/KDL-32EX707/KDL-46EX705/KDL-40EX705/KDL-32EX705/ KDL-60EX703/KDL-52EX703/KDL-46EX703/KDL-40EX703/KDL-60EX701/KDL-52EX701/ KDL-46EX701/KDL-60EX700/KDL-52EX700/KDL-46EX700/KDL-40EX700/KDL-32EX700/ KDL-40EX40B/KDL-32EX40B/KDL-46EX607/KDL-40EX607/KDL-32EX607/KDL-46EX605/ KDL-40EX605/KDL-32EX605/KDL-46EX507/KDL-40EX507/KDL-32EX507/KDL-60EX505/ KDL-55EX505/KDL-40EX407/KDL-32EX407/KDL-40EX406/KDL-46EX405/KDL-40EX405/ KDL-32EX405/KDL-32EX308/KDL-32EX306/KDL-32EX305
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and that the wall-mounting of your TV is performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors.
To Customers Please provide your licensed contractor with this installation supplement as well as the instructions (supplied with the SU-WL500 Wall-Mount Bracket). Read these documents carefully for safety and proper installation. To Sony Dealers and Contractors Provide full attention to safety during the installation, periodic maintenance and examination of this product.
Sufficient expertise is required in installing this product, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TVs weight. Be sure to entrust the attachment of this product 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 installation.
For proper installation, follow your wall-mount bracket instructions and the directions below.
Additional Information for Using Sony Wall-Mount Bracket (SU-WL500)
Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket
Install the Base Bracket and Mounting Hooks.
Open the Wall-Mount Bracket package and check for all the required parts along with the Instructions. Decide where you want to install your TV. Refer to the TV installation dimensions table.

Dimension Table

(except KDL-32EX*) (KDL-32EX* only)
Screen center point Unit: inches (mm)

Model Name

Display dimensions
35 (889) 32 1/2 (825) 27 3/4 (704) 24 3/4 (628) 34 5/8 (877) 30 5/8 (775) 27 1/2 (698) 24 5/8 (623) 20 (507) 23 5/8 (598) 19 5/8 (497) 56 /4 (1,440) 53 3/4 (1,363) 45 1/2 (1,154) 40 3/8 (1,023) 56 3/8 (1,430)

Screen center dimensions

1 /4 (31) 31 /32 (25) 3 3/8 (84) 4 7/8 (122) 1 1/4 (31)
Length for each mounting angle Angle (0) Angle (20)
19 /8 (490) 17 3/8 (439) 17 3/8 (439) 17 3/8 (439) 19 1/8 (483)
4 /8 (121) 6 5/8 (165) 6 1/2 (162) 6 3/8 (160) 4 5/8 (115)
15 /8 (384) 16 5/8 (421) 14 7/8 (377) 13 3/4 (349) 14 7/8 (375)
33 /4 (842) 30 5/8 (776) 26 1/8 (662) 23 3/8 (591) 32 1/2 (824)
20 1/4 (514) 19 (481) 19 (480) 18 7/8 (479) 19 3/4 (501) 19 3/4 (501) 19 3/4 (501) 19 3/4 (501) 18 7/8 (478) ** **
KDL60NX80* KDL-55HX701 KDL-46HX701 KDL-40HX701 KDL60EX70* KDL52EX70* KDL46EX70* KDL40EX70* KDL32EX70* KDL-40EX40B KDL-32EX40B
49 3/8 (1,251) 44 (1,117) 38 3/4 (984) 32 (810) 39 1/8 (992) 31 1/2 (800)
3 1/4 (82) 4 7/8 (121) 6 1/4 (158) 7 7/8 (197) 4 7/8 (122) 6 7/8 (172)

19 1/8 (483) 19 1/8 (483) 19 1/8 (483) 18 1/8 (459) 16 3/4 (425) 16 7/8 (426)
4 1/2 (114) 4 1/2 (114) 4 1/2 (114) 4 5/8 (115) 6 3/8 (160) 6 1/4 (157)
13 3/8 (339) 12 3/8 (313) 11 3/8 (287) 10 1/8 (257) ** **
28 3/4 (728) 25 7/8 (656) 23 1/8 (585) 19 5/8 (497) ** **

Unit: inches (mm)

25 /8 (656)

3 /4 (95)

17 (431) 17 (431) 17 (431) 16 7/8 (426) 16 7/8 (426) 16 7/8 (426) 17 (430) 16 7/8 (428) 16 3/4 (425) 16 7/8 (426) 16 3/4 (424) 16 7/8 (426) 4 /8 (121)

12 /4 (323)

24 /8 (616)
17 7/8 (454) 17 7/8 (454) 17 7/8 (454) 18 1/4 (463) 18 1/4 (463) 18 1/4 (461) 18 5/8 (473) 18 3/8 (466) 18 1/4 (463) 18 1/4 (461) 18 3/8 (464) 18 1/4 (461)
KDL46EX60* KDL40EX60* KDL32EX60* KDL-46EX507 KDL-40EX507 KDL-32EX507 KDL-60EX505 KDL-55EX505 KDL40EX40* KDL32EX40* KDL-46EX405 KDL32EX30*

42 /4 (1,085)

37 1/2 (952) 30 1/8 (764) 44 3/8 (1,127) 39 1/8 (992) 31 1/2 (800) 57 3/8 (1,455) 52 1/4 (1,324) 39 1/8 (992) 31 1/2 (800) 44 3/8 (1,127) 31 1/2 (800)
22 7/8 (581) 18 3/4 (475) 26 5/8 (676) 23 5/8 (599) 19 5/8 (497) 34 3/8 (873) 31 3/8 (795) 23 5/8 (598) 19 5/8 (497) 26 5/8 (674) 19 5/8 (497)
5 1/4 (133) 7 3/8 (185) 3 3/8 (84) 4 7/8 (122) 6 7/8 (172) /16 (14)
4 3/4 (120) 4 3/4 (120) 6 3/8 (161) 6 3/8 (159) 6 1/4 (156) 7 1/4 (181) 6 1/2 (165) 6 3/8 (160) 6 1/4 (157) 6 1/2 (162) 6 1/4 (157)
11 3/4 (297) 10 1/4 (260) 14 5/8 (369) 13 1/2 (341) 12 (303) 17 7/8 (453) 16 3/8 (413) 13 1/2 (341) 12 (303) 14 5/8 (369) 12 (303)
21 1/2 (546) 18 5/8 (473) 25 1/4 (640) 22 3/8 (567) 18 5/8 (470) 32 3/8 (822) 29 5/8 (752) 22 3/8 (567) 18 5/8 (470) 25 1/4 (640) 18 5/8 (470)
1 (25) 4 7/8 (122) 6 7/8 (172) 3 3/8 (84) 6 7/8 (172)
* n the actual model names, the indicates numbers and/or characters specific to each model. I ** o not install the TV in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a vertical position only. Eject and take out any disc D from the built-in BD player before installing the TV on a wall.
Figures in the above table may differ slightly depending on the installation.
The wall that the TV will be installed on should be capable of supporting a weight of at least four times that of the TV. Refer to your TVs operating instructions for its weight.

CAUTION

Install the Base Bracket on the wall.
Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500.
Disconnect all the cables from the TV. Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the TV.
Determine the screw locations and secure the Mounting Hooks to the rear of the TV. Refer to the Screw and Hook Locations Diagram/Table shown below.

KDLHX*, KDL-EX50*, KDL-EX40*, KDL-EX30* only
Screw (+PSW6 16) Square hole Mounting Hook
KDL-40EX40B, KDL-32EX40B only

KDL-EX60* only

Screw (+PSW6 16) Square hole

Mounting Hook

KDL-EX70* only
Before installing, remove screws

KDL-60NX80* only

Remove the bottom cover and terminal cover. Before installing, remove screws Spacer Screw (M6 20) Attach the Mounting Hook using the four spacers and four Mscrews supplied with the TV. Mounting Hook
Place the TV on the Table-Top Stand, when securing the Mounting Hook. hen installing the TV on a wall, remove the four screws installed in the wall mounting holes from the W rear of the TV. Be sure to store the removed screws in a safe place, keeping them away from children. When attaching the Table-Top Stand again, be sure to fasten the removed screws to the original holes on the rear of the TV (KDL-EX70* and KDL-60NX80* only).
* n the actual model names, the indicates numbers and/or characters specific to each model. I
Screw and Hook Locations Diagram/Table
Model Name KDL-60NX80*/KDL-60EX70* KDL-55HX701/KDL-60EX50*/ KDL-55EX50* KDL-46HX701/KDL-40HX701/KDL-40EX40B/ KDL-46EX50*/KDL-40EX50*/ KDL-46EX40*/KDL-40EX40* KDL52EX70*/KDL46EX70*/ KDL40EX70*/KDL-46EX60*/ KDL-40EX60* KDL-32EX70*/KDL-32EX60* KDL-32EX40B/KDL-32EX50*/ KDL-32EX40*/KDL-32EX30* Screw Locations e, j d, g d, g Hook Location a a b

e, j f, j e, g

Screw Location
When installing the Mounting Hook on the TV.

Hook Location

When installing the TV onto the Base Bracket.
Available TV models vary depending on the country/region. The availability of this Wall-Mount Bracket (SU-WL500) varies depending on the country/region.
Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook using the hexagon wrench supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket.
When installing the TV parallel to the wall (0 degrees), adjustment of the Mounting Hook angle (procedures and below) is not necessary. Make sure that each arm base X is screwed in securely. Remove the two screws from the arm base X of the Mounting Hook. Choose the holes corresponding to the desired angle (5, 10, 15 or 20 degrees). Adjust the angles of the top Y and bottom Z arm to fit the corresponding hole, and firmly secure each arm using the two screws removed in the previous procedure.

Hexagon wrench

Be sure to adjust the right and left arms to the same angle. Make sure that the two arm bases are screwed in securely. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when adjusting the angle of the Mounting Hook.
Remove the screws from the back of the TV.

Do not remove any other screws from the TV.
KDL-32EX6*, KDL32EX7*, KDL-40EX6*, KDL40EX7* only * n the actual model names, the indicates numbers and/or characters specific to each model. I
Lift the TV off the stand. Make sure that you carry out this task with at least two or three people.
Do not attempt to lift the TV by yourself. For holding and carrying the TV, refer to your TVs instructions.
Install the TV on the wall.
When you put the TV back on the stand, reverse the above steps. Remove the screws or install the Mounting Hook on a stable and level surface.

Media Category Icons..39 Adjusting TV Settings..39 Viewing Photos..39 Listening to Music..39 Watching TV..39 Accessing External Inputs..39 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB.. 40 TV Settings Descriptions..41 Product Support..41 Clock/Timers Settings..41 Picture Settings..42 Sound Settings..44 Screen Settings..45 Channel Settings.47 Closed Captions (CC) Settings..48 Parental Lock Settings..48 External Inputs Settings.51 HDMI Settings..51 Network Settings.52 General Setup Settings.52 Initial Setup..53

Operating the TV

Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control.19 When Using the Remote Control.19 TV Controls...19 Remote Control Button Description.20 Indicators...25 Programming the Remote Control.26 Programming Other Equipment..26 Auto Backlight..26 Backlight Time Out..26 Reset the Remote Control..26 Manufacturers Code List..27 Sony Equipment Codes..27 Other Manufacturer Equipment Codes.27 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control...28

Exploring Fun Features

Favorites..29 Displaying Favorites..29 Navigating Favorites..29 Adding to Favorites..29 Removing from Favorites..29
Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides a variety of optional equipment connection diagrams.

Other Information

Troubleshooting.. 55 Specifications..58 Index..59
Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/registration
Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming. Your BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD programming from: Over-the-air broadcasting via HD-quality antenna HD cable subscription HD satellite subscription Blu-ray Disc player or other HD compatible external equipment
Contact your cable or satellite provider for information on upgrading to HD programming.

Category Object Bar

From the horizontal Media Category Bar you can control: Settings: timer, picture, sound, screen and other options (see page 41 for customization options). Photo: view photo files via USB or compatible DLNA Certified equipment (see page 31). Music: listen to music files via USB or add music to a slideshow (see page 33). TV Channels: TV Guide On Screen and available channels are displayed on the vertical Category Object Bar. External Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other optional equipment can also be selected from the vertical Category Object Bar from the External Inputs.
This manual is for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-Z series models with screen size measured diagonally.

1. Installing the TV

This TV can be mounted on a wall using a WallMount Bracket or placed on a TV stand (each sold separately). This section will explain: How to carry the TV Preparation for a Table-Top stand Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket Installation against a wall or enclosed area Bundling the connecting cables Securing the TV
Preparation for Table-Top Stand
Follow the assembling steps required to place on a TV stand.
1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from
the carton. The screws can be found in the accessory bag.

Table-Top Stand

Carrying the TV
Be sure to follow these guidelines to protect your property and avoid causing serious injury. Before carrying the TV, disconnect all cables. Carrying the large size TV requires two or more people. When carrying the TV, place your hand as illustrated and hold it securely. Do not subject the TV to shocks, vibration, or excessive force.

TV Unit Stand Rear Cover

2 Place the Table-Top Stand on a level and

stable surface.

3 Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of the
Table-Top Stand and align the screw holes.
Lift the TV by placing your palm directly underneath the panel but do not put stress on the LCD panel.
Do not lift the TV from the bottom center.
Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the screen. Be careful to not pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand.
4 Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit
to the Table-Top Stand (refer to the Attaching the Table-Top Stand flyer). If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to tighten at approximately 1.5 Nm, 15 Kgfcm.
5 Attach the stand rear cover as shown below.
When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area
Make sure that your TV has adequate air circulation. Allow enough space around the TV as shown below. Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41 F (5 C).

Installed with stand

/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) /8 inches (6 cm)

Sony Equipment Codes

Sony Equipment Programmable Code Number AV Receiver 52172 Blu-ray Disc Player 41516, 42178, 42180 Cable Digital 02177 DVD AV System 51622, 51558, 51658, 51858 DVD Changers 31633 DVD Player 31033, 31069, 31070 DVD/HDD Combo 31033, 31069, 31070 Player DVD/VCR Combo 30864 Player DVR /HDD Player 22181, 22182, 22183 Satellite 01639 VCR 21232, 21546, 22184
Dish Network System Echostar Funai GE Hitachi Hughes Humax JVC LG Panasonic Philips

DVD/VCR Combo Units

Manufacturer JVC Broksonic Panasonic Toshiba Zenith Code 30867, 31164, 31550, 31602 30695, 30503, 31854 30741, 30869
Other Manufacturer Equipment Codes

HD Blu-ray Players

Manufacturer LG Panasonic Philips Pioneer Samsung Code 40199
Manufacturer Daewoo JVC Panasonic Code 20037, 20045, 20046, 20278, 21137 20041, 20067, 21162 20000, 20035, 20162, 20225, 20226, 20614, 20616, 21062, 21162, 21262 20000, 20035, 20045, 20048, 20081, 20162, 20209, 20616, 20618, 20739, 21081, 21181 20000, 20035, 20043, 20081, 20593, 21593

Samsung

Philips

DVD Player

Manufacturer Coby Code 30778, 30852, 31077, 31086, 31107, 31165, 31177, 31351, 31628 30816, 30874, 31023, 31024, 31117, 31129, 31502, 31537 30699, 30769 30558, 30623, 30867, 31164, 31550, 31602 30651, 30769, 30896, 31061, 31423 30695, 30831, 31270 30490, 30503, 30571, 30703, 31762 30503, 30539, 30646, 30675, 31267, 31354, 32056 30522, 30571, 30717, 30790, 30822, 31022 30490, 30573, 30744, 31044, 31075, 31470 30675, 31268 30503, 30539, 30573, 30695, 31154, 31503, 31588, 31608, 31854

Cable Box

Manufacturer Jerrold/ General Inst./ Motorola Pace Panasonic Pioneer Scientific Atlanta Code 00003, 00276, 00476, 00810, 01187, 01254, 01376 00008, 00237, 00877, 01877 00000, 00008, 00107, 00144 00144, 00533, 00877, 01877 00000, 00003, 00008, 00237, 00477, 00877, 01877 00000, 00525, 00899

Sylvania

A/V Receiver/Home Theater Systems
Manufacturer Audiovox Bose Denon Emerson JVC Koss LG Onkyo Panasonic Code 30790, 51390 50674, 51229, 51933 50121, 51142, 51306, 51360, 50331, 51293 51298, 51320, 51805 50308, 51288, 51308, 51316, 51548, 51633, 51763, 51764 31267, 51189, 51266, 51269 50150, 50531, 50630, 50823, 51023, 51384 30790, 50531, 50823, 51023, 51254, 51390, 51511, 51609 51295, 51500 31077, 51077, 51517, 51653 30497, 50176, 50354, 51023, 51276, 51331, 51376, 51815 51293

Cyberhome

GPX JVC Koss Memorex Panasonic Philips

Zenith

Philips Pioneer RCA
RCA Samsung Sylvania Toshiba

DLNA Certified Photo Media Player
This TV is a DLNA Certified digital media photo player that can display JPEG photo content from your DLNA Certified networked equipment. After configuring the TV to an active network (see page 52), the available media servers will be found automatically and will be displayed under the Photo icon (see page 31). See Show/Hide Servers (page 52) to manually search for media servers. Consult your DLNA Certified media server's operating instructions for more details on JPEG photo displaying capabilities. Sony does not guarantee that all media servers will display JPEG photos on this TV.
Viewing content which is obtained between networked DLNA Certified equipment depends on the media formats supported by the DLNA Certified equipment.
The Photo feature allows easy access to JPEG files from Sony USB connected equipment and DLNA Certified media servers.

Accessing Photos

Under the Photo icon found on the XMB, select the DLNA Certified media server, USB, or Samples icon to locate your photo files.
1 Press HOME. 2 Highlight and select the Photo icon. 3 Press V/v to highlight and select the photo file location.
A sample DLNA Certified media server icon is shown below (actual icon may differ).
DLNA Certified media server USB Samples
Photo US0013A92B6949: server:
4 After locating your photo files, the List View will appear and display photo folders and files. Press
V/v to highlight a file or folder and select (shown below with USB selected).
Photo DSC02991 Fri 5/25/2007 12:06 PM

DSC00140.JPG

List View

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To view available DLNA Certified media servers, your TV must be connected and configured to an active network (see page 52). The TV can display a maximum photo file size of 8 megabytes from DLNA Certified media servers. The photo display resolution range is 16 x 16 to 4,096 x 4,096 pixels.

Navigating through Photo

Use the remote control buttons described below to navigate through the feature.

Button To do. Button To do

OPTIONS

To access Photo Options menu To play and pause a slideshow or select a folder

PLAY PAUSE STOP

To play a slideshow To pause a slideshow To stop slideshow and return to List View/Thumbnail View

RETURN

To stop slideshow and return to List View/Thumbnail View

Photo Options

Pressing OPTIONS while displaying the List View will display the following Options menu.

List View Options menu

Playback Method
Sets the Slideshow play mode and photo display order. Repeat Shuffle Select On to continuously play the slideshow. Select On to shuffle the photo order during the slideshow. Select from Fast, Medium, or Slow to set the photo display duration. Select music to play during the slideshow. Tracks must be added in Music to be available for selection (see page 33). Select from Simple, Butterfly, Maze, Sepia, Monochrome, Slide, or Fade to set the slideshow transition or image effect (shown below is Butterfly effect).

Photo Settings

Sets the Slideshow settings. Slideshow Speed Slideshow Music Slideshow Effect
Maze and Butterfly slideshow effects can only display JPEG files.
Display Preference Display Size File Order Thumbnail View View Start Slideshow File Actions
Select to optimize picture display quality or display speed. Select to view photos in Standard or Expanded size.
Sets the order in which files will be listed. Select from Original, Alphabetical, Alphabetical Reverse, Date Order, or Date Order Reverse. Select to fill the display screen with thumbnails. Select to view the photo file highlighted. Select to start the slideshow. Select to modify file settings for photos from a USB connected equipment. Rotate and Save Select to rotate a photo Right 90, Left 90, or 180 and save. Protection Delete Print Quantity Select to protect a photo from deletion. Select to delete a photo. Select to set Print Quantity and save to USB connected equipment.
Not available with photos accessed from a DLNA Certified media server. Information Add to Favorites Select to view photo folder, equipment, or server information. Select to add a photo, folder, or equipment to Favorites with the TV remote control.

Sets the order in which files will be listed on the List View. Select from Original, Alphabetical, Alphabetical Reverse, Date Order, or Date Order Reverse. Select to fill display screen with thumbnails. Select to make a music file accessible to play during slideshow. After adding a music file, see Slideshow Music under the Photo Options on page 32. Select to view track, folder, or equipment information. Select to add a track, folder, or equipment to Favorites with the remote control.
Remove from Favorites Select to remove a track, folder, or equipment from Favorites.
Music tracks cannot be stored in the TV.
How to Use TV Guide On Screen
Use the Guide to find the show that you want to watch. The Guide allows you to search for shows by program categories and by keyword. The Guide provides up to two days of TV programming information. The Guide is available with cable service (without a cable box) or over-the-air antenna. Be sure to complete the Initial Setup on page 16 to use this service.
TV Guide On Screen System Components
TV Guide Video Logo Window Clock Current Service Label Service Bar
Info Icon Info Box Time Slot
Panel Menu/Panel Ad Channel Logo/Number

HDTV Show Icon

Image shown above includes digital channels, which may not be available in some areas. If available, it may be necessary to manually change the channel display (see next page).
Use your TVs remote control to navigate the Guide system.

To Do This Do This

View TV Guide
Press GUIDE to display the TV Guide. Press GUIDE again to exit or press HOME to exit to XMB. The TV Guide will time out in approximately 5 minutes when no action is taken. Use V/v/B/b to highlight a program. The CH+/ buttons can be used to page up/down through the listings. The program information will appear in the Info Box. Press to tune to the highlighted program. Press RETURN while in the TV Guide, or press OPTIONS to display the Panel Menu then highlight the go to Service Bar and press. You can also press V repeatedly to access the Service Bar. Shortcuts allow viewing of listings for a different time slot or jumping to a channel of your choice. Enter a number using 0-9 buttons while LISTINGS on the Service Bar is highlighted. The Panel Menu will appear as soon as you enter a number. Complete entering the number in the Shortcuts. The entered number will determine the channel or listing hours ahead or back to view the program. Press V/v to make your selection.
Find a program to watch Return to Service Bar

Accessing External Inputs

External Inputs

Watch a movie, play a game, record a program or work on your PC. Assign a label using the Manage Inputs feature for your convenience (see page 51).
Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB
Press HOME to display the XMB. Press B/b to select a Media Category icon.
Available TV settings and features are listed under the Settings icon.

Photo file access

Music file access
TV Guide On Screen and available channels are listed under the TV icon.
Select inputs from CTRL: HDMI (Control for HDMI) Video 1-3 Component 1-2 HDMI 1-4 DMPORT PC under the External Inputs icon.
Press V/v to move within the Category Object Bar. (The Category Object Bar shown below is for Settings.)
Product Support (page 41) Clock/Timers (page 41) Picture (page 42) Sound (page 44) Screen (page 45) Channel (page 47)
Closed Captions (CC) (page 48) Parental Lock (page 48) External Inputs (page 51) HDMI Settings (page 51) Network (page 52) General Setup (page 52) Initial Setup (page 53)

Press Press

when desired item is highlighted. or V/v to select the highlighted item.
Press RETURN or HOME to exit.

TV Settings Descriptions

Contact Sony Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TVs specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings if available from the TV are displayed here. Select to view the diagnostics information for the current signal. To view the current software version and check for software updates, the network must be connected to the TV or a broadcast download must be available (for U.S. customers only). Press V/v to choose the new version (if available) and press to begin the software update.
Signal Diagnostics Software Update
The Cable/Antenna cable needs to be connected directly to the TV and have digital TV programming (not available with the use of a cable box). The broadcast download is performed while the TV is off. The software update is performed while the TV is powered on. Do not turn off the TV during the software update, it may damage the TV software.

Clock/Timers Settings

Current Time Set the current day and time (date, hour, minutes, and AM/PM). The Timer feature will not be available until you set the Current Time.

Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast. Advanced C.E. Automatically optimizes the backlight and (Advanced contrast. This setting is especially effective for Contrast Enhancer) dark picture scenes. Gamma Clear White Color Space Live Color Adjusts the balance between light and dark areas of the picture. Emphasizes white and light colors. Selects the range of color reproduction from Wide or Standard. Available when Color Space is set to Wide. Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear skin tones. Adjusts the color temperature in detail.

White Balance

Picture settings for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control, then selecting Picture Adjustments settings from the OPTIONS menu. Picture settings available during PC input are Picture Mode, Reset, Backlight, Picture, Brightness, and Color Temperature. Motion Enhancer Activates Motionflow to enhance the smoothness of picture movement and to reduce blur. High Standard Off Provides smoother picture movement for film-based content. Provides smooth picture movement. Use this setting for standard use. Use this setting when the High and Standard settings result in video artifacts such as ghosting. Using TV Settings
A noticeable change may be seen depending on the video. Motion Enhancer is not available when Game Mode is set to On. CineMotion Automatically detects film-based content and applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process and a motion estimation engine to improve film content and de-interlacing performance. Auto 1 Applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process along with motion estimation to obtain the smoothest picture quality and reduces artifacts of moving images. Select for standard use. Applies only the inverse 3-2 pull-down process. Picture movement will be similar to the original film. Turns off CineMotion.

Auto 2 Off

The CineMotion feature can be set separately for each input (except PC IN).

Game Mode

Select On to optimize the enjoyment of fast paced video games where response time is important. Select Off to disable this feature.
The Game Mode can be set separately for each external input (except PC IN). Video/Photo Optimizer Sets the picture settings to optimize the image quality of video (moving pictures) or photo (still image) content. Feature is only available for 1080i/p (excluding 1080/24p) content connected to the Component or HDMI input. Video-A The TV will automatically set the picture settings for video or still image content when Sony optional equipment that supports Video-A mode is connected to the HDMI input. Select to set the picture settings for video. Select to set the picture settings for photos.

Video Photo

Game Mode and Video/Photo Optimizer features are not available when Theater Mode is set to On.

Sound Settings

Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting.
Sound Adjustments Sound Mode Dynamic Standard Clear Voice Reset Treble Bass Balance Surround Enhances treble and bass. Standard sound optimized for home use. Suitable for spoken dialog.
Resets the current settings to the default values. Increases or decreases higher-pitched sounds. Increases or decreases lower-pitched sounds. Emphasizes left or right speaker balance. S-FORCE Provides a virtual surround sound experience Front Surround made possible using just two front speakers. Off Select for normal stereo or mono reception. Adjusts the clarity of human voices. For example, if the voice of a news announcer is indistinct, you can turn up this setting to make the voice clearer. Conversely, if you are watching a sports program, you can turn down this setting to soften the voice of the commentator.

Voice Zoom

Sound Booster The Sound Booster provides a fuller sound with a greater sense of depth and width, by emphasizing the high and low frequency sounds. Select High, Low or Off for the amount of boost you desire. Selecting Off will bypass the emphasis.
Only available when in Standard mode. Steady Sound Volume Offset Select On to stabilize the volume across all programs and commercials. Select Off to disable this feature. Adjusts the volume level of the current input (TV or video input) relative to other inputs.
Sound Adjustments can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control.
MTS Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programs

Stereo Auto SAP

For stereo reception when viewing a TV program broadcasted in stereo. Automatically switches the TV to second audio programs when a SAP signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in Stereo mode. For mono reception. Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts.
MTS is available only for analog programs. MTS can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control. Speakers TV Speakers Audio System Audio Out Easy control of volume adjustment Fixed Select to use the TV speakers for audio. Select this option if you wish to use an external audio system for the TV sound. By selecting this option you are disabling the TV speakers. Select to fix the audio output and allow you to adjust the volume with your audio systems remote control. (The TVs remote controls VOL and MUTING buttons have no effect on the Audio Out.) Select to control the volume of your TVs speakers or audio system with your TVs remote control.

Variable

Alternate Audio is available only for digital programs. If the program you are watching is also available in other languages from the audio tracks, and if that language is what you have selected in the Language setting, your TV will automatically switch to the matching language with the Alternate Audio feature. The Alternate Audio option may be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control when an alternate audio stream is available from the broadcaster.

Screen Position feature is useful if the TV is connected to game equipment. Vertical position is available only when Wide Mode is set to Zoom. For high-definition signals, Vertical and Horizontal positions are not available. Vertical Size Adjusts the vertical size of a standard-definition picture.
Vertical Size is available only when Wide Mode is set to Wide Zoom or Zoom for standard-definition channels. Screen settings for PC timings and HDMI-PC (PC input) differ from all other input modes and are shown below. Auto Adjust Reset Phase Pitch Select Yes to start the auto adjust for the PC input. Resets the settings to the default values. Adjust after Pitch to fine tune overall sharpness. Adjust uneven sharpness on screen.
H Center V Center Wide Mode For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 14. Allows you to move the position of the picture horizontally (left and right). Allows you to move the position of the picture vertically (up and down). Normal Select to display the picture in its original resolution and aspect ratio. Full 1 Full 2 Select to enlarge the picture to fill the screen, while maintaining its original aspect ratio. Select to enlarge the picture to fill the screen.
Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control. See WIDE button description on page 22 for accessing Wide Mode.
Phase and Pitch options are not available with PC signal connected to HDMI input.

Channel Settings

Signal Type Cable Antenna For receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. For receiving signal via over-the-air antenna.
You should run Auto Program after changing the Signal Type setting. Auto Program Automatically sets the channel list in the TV for all receivable channels. Channel scanning will be based on the Signal Type (Cable/Antenna) setting. 1 Select Auto Program. 2 Select OK to start Auto Program. When Auto Program is completed, the screen will display the number of channels found. 3 Press RETURN to exit Auto Program.
Running Auto Program will clear the Favorites channel list for the current signal type. If you run Auto Program again, previously scanned channels will be overwritten with the newly scanned channels. Add Digital Channels Select to add digital channels. Be sure to have the Signal Type option selected appropriately for the signal source. (Useful for antenna installations.) Show/Hide Channels Allows you to show or hide channels when you surf with the CH +/ button or in the TV channel list on the XMB. 1 Press V/v to scroll through the channels until you highlight the channel to show or hide. 2 Press to select Shown or Hidden. To show or hide more channels, repeat steps 1-2. Using TV Settings
Hidden channels can be accessed by entering the channel number with 0-9 buttons on the remote control. Edit Channel Labels Assigns labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers. 1 Press V/v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press to select the channel number to assign a label. 2 Press V/v to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Press b to move to the next character. Repeat to add up to 7 characters to the label. Press to set it. To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-2.

Press HOME on the remote control to exit this function.
Home Menu Scrolling Adjust the navigation speed through menu items. Standard Mode 1 Mode 2 Power Saving Select to scroll quickly with V/v buttons. Select to scroll slowly with V/v buttons. Select to scroll individually with repeated V/v/B/b button press.
Reduces the power consumption by adjusting the backlight brightness. This also enhances the black level. Select from Off, Low, High and Picture Off.
While Picture Off is set, pressing VOL +/ or MUTING buttons will not disable this function. Press other buttons to disable it. Light Sensor Enables the automatic picture (screen) brightness control. The Light Sensor measures the room brightness which allows the TV to automatically adjust the backlight brightness based on the picture settings and the ambient room light conditions.
Be sure not to put anything around the sensor, as its function may be affected (see page 19). In low light the range of the backlight control is reduced when the Light Sensor is set to On. PC Power Management Select On to have the TV automatically enter standby mode when there is no signal input for more than 30 seconds. The STANDBY LED on the front panel illuminates with the On option. Select Off to disable this feature.
Press POWER to exit from standby mode. PC Power Management is not VESA-compliant. Logo Illumination Picture Adjustments Lock Select On to illuminate the SONY logo on the front panel or select Off to disable this function. Select Lock to prevent the picture adjustments from being changed. To disable this feature and allow picture adjustments, select Unlock. Using TV Settings
If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you want to scan all receivable channels, select Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on the screen. Some settings such as Picture Adjustments, Sound Adjustments, and Parental Lock will not be affected by this Initial Setup. If you wish to return your TV to factory settings, please see the Troubleshooting section on page 57.
Favorite channel list will be cleared each time you run the Initial Setup.

Troubleshooting

If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of the following numbers:

Condition Explanation/Solution
http://www.sony.com/tvsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support

No picture

No picture Cannot receive any channels Check the Power Saving settings (see page 53). Make sure the power cord is connected securely. Turn on the power of the TV. Check cable/antenna connections. Make sure the Signal Type setting is correct for your TV signal source. Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the TVs memory (see pages 16 and 47). Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the TVs memory (see pages 16 and 47). To receive or select cable channels, make sure that Signal Type in the Channel settings is set to Cable (see page 47). To receive or select UHF channels over an antenna, make sure Signal Type is set to Antenna. Check if Sleep Timer is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of Timer (see page 41). Check PC Power Management in General Setup settings (see page 53). Check the connection between the optional video equipment and the TV. Press INPUT on the remote control (see page 23). Press HOME on the remote control. Select your desired input from the External Inputs list. Picture quality depends on the signal content. See Quick Setup Guide (supplied) to display the best possible picture for that signal. Content and signal quality are regulated by the signal provider. Many HD channels and content are actually upscaled versions of standard-definition broadcasts. The picture is affected by the quality of the signal received, which varies between channel and program. Confirm the picture quality by selecting Signal Diagnostics in the Product Support settings (page 41). Then select Sample Image (or Additional Information first). An HD image will display on the screen to confirm routine panel operation. If your normal picture quality is worse than this sample image, it is most likely due to the signal provided by the broadcaster. Check cable/antenna connections. Check the antenna location and direction. Set the Motion Enhancer to Standard or Off (see page 43). Check if the antenna is broken or bent. Check if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life. (3-5 years in normal use, 1-2 years at the seaside.) Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers. If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the TV or try using 75 ohm coaxial cable instead.
TV is locked to one channel Cannot receive or select channels
The TV turns off automatically No picture from some video sources

Poor picture

Picture quality not as good as viewed at the store Broadcast HD formats have poor quality

Double images or ghosts

Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes

Condition

Explanation/Solution
No color / Dark picture / Color Press PICTURE to select the desired Picture Mode (see page 23). is not correct / The picture is Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture settings (see page 42). too bright If you set the Power Saving mode to Low or High, it will enhance the black level (see page 53). Noisy picture Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable. Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords. To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable. Transporting the TV from a cold to a warm location or a sudden change in room temperature may cause moisture condensation, resulting in a blurry picture or poor color. Turn off your TV and wait a few hours before powering on again. Check the volume control. Press MUTING or VOL + so that Muting disappears from the screen (page 21). Set Speakers to TV Speakers in the Sound settings (see page 45). If it is set to Audio System, sound is not output from the TVs speakers regardless of the TVs volume control. When using HDMI input with Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio, DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Optical) may not provide an audio signal. When tuned to a digital channel with Alternate Audio, the broadcaster may not be broadcasting your preferred Alternate Audio language. Press OPTIONS, highlight and select Alternate Audio, and change the Alternate Audio language (see page 45). Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable. Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords. To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable. Press THEATER for BRAVIA Sync activated Theater System (see page 20). Set Speakers to Audio System in the Sound settings (see page 45). Set Audio Out to Fixed in the Sound settings (see page 45). Make sure that the Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the optional device compatible with BRAVIA Sync (see page 37). Only one A/V receiver may be used with the BRAVIA Sync and Control for HDMI functions at one time (see page 51). Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV with either the PC IN (with an HD15 cable) or with the HDMI IN. Ensure the output signal from the PC is one of the formats listed on page 14. Turn the PC off. Confirm the PC connection and restart the PC. Plug-and-play will auto-detect the TV and correctly set up PC timing. Verify PC Power Management is activated (see page 53). Verify the PC is not in standby or hibernation mode. Adjust the resolution (see page 14). Adjust Pitch and Phase. The current Wide Mode setting is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting when you change the channel or video input, if 4:3 Default in the Screen settings is set to other than Off. If you want to lock in Wide Mode selected with WIDE on the remote control, set 4:3 Default to Off in the Screen settings (see page 45). Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 45).