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LCD Digital
Color TV
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KDL-46VL160
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KDL-40VL160
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Operating Instructions
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Gemstar-TV Guide International Inc. and/or its CAUTION related affiliates are not in any way liable for Owner’s Record Use the following Sony TVs only with the the accuracy or availability of the program The model and serial numbers are located following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or schedule information or other data in the TV at the rear of the TV. Record these TV-stand. Guide On Screen system and cannot guarantee numbers in the spaces provided below. service availability in your area. In no
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Contents Background TV..................................................30 ® Welcome to the World of BRAVIA HDTV Navigating Background TV...........................30 DLNA Certified™ Photo Media Player.............30 The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup ....................4 Enjoying Photos and Music through USB Port.......................................................30 Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio.......................4 Using USB Equipment.............
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® Welcome to the World of BRAVIA HDTV ® Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. 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 upgradin
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TV Home Menu: XMB (XrossMediaBar) ™ The XMB is an easy way to access the TV settings for customizing, making adjustments, ™ viewing the available TV channels photo and music files, and selecting the connected equipment. Press the HOME button on your remote control to display the XMB . ™ DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER Product Support DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION Clock/Timers PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY Media Settings SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP Category Bar THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE Sound CC FREEZE Scre
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Getting Started 1. Installing the TV Preparation for Table-Top Stand This TV can be mounted on a wall using a Wall- Follow the assembling steps required to place on a Mount Bracket or placed on a TV stand (each sold TV stand. separately). This section will explain: � How to carry the TV 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from � Preparation for a Table-Top stand the carton. � Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket For product protection and safety reasons, � Installation against a wall or
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Getting Started 4 Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit When Installing the TV Against a Wall to the Table-Top Stand (refer to the “Attaching the Table-Top Stand” flyer). or Enclosed Area If an electric Make sure that your TV has adequate air screwdriver is used, set circulation. Allow enough space around the TV as shown below. Avoid operating the TV at the torque to tighten at temperatures below 41 °F (5 °C). approximately 1.5 N·m, 15 Kgf·cm. Installed with stand 7 11 / inches
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Consider the following for best picture Securing the TV quality � Do not expose the screen to direct illumination Sony strongly recommends taking or sunlight. measures to prevent the TV from toppling � Use spot lighting directed down from the over. Unsecured TVs may topple and ceiling or cover the windows that face the result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. screen with opaque drapery. � Install the TV in a room where the floor and Prevent the TV from Toppling Ove
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Getting Started Secure the TV to the Stand Use the optional hardware listed below (not Wall- supplied): anchor �M6 × 10-12 mm anchor bolt (screwed into the TV’s Table-Top Stand) � A screw or similar (attach it to the TV stand) � Rope or chain (strong enough to support the weight of the TV). Make sure that there is no excess slack in the rope or chain. An alternative way to secure the TV is with an ~ optional Sony Support Belt Kit. � Securing the TV to the stand without securing it and the
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2. Locating Inputs and Outputs 5 Rear of TV DIGITAL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN PC IN IN AUDIO 1 3 1 2 1 OUT 6 (OPTICAL) Y 1 RGB PB 3 S VIDEO x LAN DMe / (10/100) SER VICE PR VIDEO 4 7 A U DIO OU T L (MONO) L L R L AU DI O A UDIO A U DI O AU DI O AU DI O 8 R R R (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i ) (V AR/FIX) 2 3 4 9 0 DMPOR T CABLE/ANTENNA Side Panel qa IN 4 2 qs AC IN VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) 1 AU DIO R ~ � This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920
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Getting Started Item Description 1 VIDEO IN 1 Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of video equipment. If both composite video and S VIDEO S VIDEO are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority. VIDEO IN 2/3 Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your A/V equipment. VIDEO/L(MONO)- ~ AUDIO-R � If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV’s L (MONO) audio input jack. 2 COMPONENT IN Connects to your equipment’s component video (YPBPR) and audio (L/R) jacks. 1/
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3. Connecting the TV HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can enjoy high-definition programming by Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a System high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this You can enjoy high-definition and standard- equipment to your TV via the HDMI or definition digital programming (if available in component video (with audio) input on the back of your area) along with standard-de
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Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection CATV/Satellite antenna cable DVI-to-HDMI cable Rear of TV DIGITAL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN PC IN IN AUDIO 1 3 1 2 1 OUT (OPTICAL) Y HD cable box/ RGB PB HD satellite box 3 S VIDEO PR VIDEO 4 AUDIO OUT L L L (MONO) AUDIO AUDIORL AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO R R R (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (VAR/FIX) AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) Audio cable ~ � If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 4 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or
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PC Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting a HD15-HD15 cable as shown below. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN PC IN IN DIGITAL AUDIO 1 3 1 2 1 OUT (OPTICAL) Y RGB PB 3 S VIDEO PR VIDEO 4 AUDIO OUT L (MONO) L L AUDIO AUDIORL AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO R R R (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (VAR/FIX) HD15-HD15 cable (analog Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) RGB) ~ � If the PC is connected to
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Getting Started Other Equipment Digital Digital Blu-ray Personal Audio USB DVD satellite cable Disc player/ computer system drive player receiver box “PS3” IN Rear of TV 2 DIGITAL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN PC IN IN AUDIO 1 3 1 2 1 OUT (OPTICAL) Y RGB PB VIDEO IN 3 S VIDEO x LAN DMe / 2 (10/100) SERVICE VIDEO PR VIDEO 4 L (MONO) A U DIO OUT L L L (MONO) AU DI O R L AU DIO A UDIO AU DI O AU DI O AU DIO R R R R (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) (V AR/FIX) DMPOR T CABLE/ANT
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� If the language that you have selected in the 4. Setting Up the Channel List Language setting is available from the broadcaster as – Initial Setup an Alternate Audio language, your TV will automatically switch to the matching language with The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn the Alternate Audio feature. The Alternate Audio on the TV for the first time. option may be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control when an alternate audio stream is Initial Setup Step 1 of
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Getting Started s To Display TV Guide On Screen Press GUIDE. s To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto Program at a Later Time Select the Initial Setup feature from the XMB ™ or perform the steps described in the Initial Setup section on page 53. To run Auto Program, see page 47. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 47. (Useful for antenna installations.) ~ � If you accidentally turn off the TV
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Operating the TV Operating the TV Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Push to open When Using the Remote Control Follow the guidelines below � Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. � Make sure that no objects are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your TV. � Fluorescent lamps
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Remote Control Button Description Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with channel/program information you are watching. The banner will time out in about 10 seconds or press again to exit. You can select the DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER banner size based on the amount of information. See Info 1 Banner on page 52. 2 DVD AMP STB TV 2 LIGHT Press to light up the remote control buttons. The FUNCTION 3 FUNCTION button indicator light will light up in red for PREV RE
