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4-113-760-11(1)
LCD Digital Color TV
Operating Instructions
KDL-40XBR6
KDL-46XBR6
KDL-52XBR6
© 2008 Sony Corporation
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Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. CAUTION Owner’s Record “BRAVIA” and , S-Force, Use the following Sony TVs only with the x The model and serial numbers are located Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, , DMe , following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or MICRO VAULT, and “x.v. Color” are at the rear of the TV. Record these TV-stand. trademarks or registered marks of Sony numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon Corporation. Sony TV Model No. your Sony dealer regarding this TV. “Xros
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Contents Background TV..................................................29 Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® Navigating Background TV...........................29 The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience: Set, DLNA Certified™ Photo Media Player.............29 Sound, Source, and Setup............................4 Enjoying Photos and Music through USB Port.......................................................29 Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio.......................4 Using USB Equipment.............
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Welcome to the World of BRAVIA ® 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 oth
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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 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 Screen
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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 (except model, KDL-52XBR6). 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. The screws can be found in the accessory bag. � Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket � I
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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 the torque to tighten at shown below. Avoid operating the TV at approximately 1.5 N·m, temperatures below 41 °F (5 °C). 15 Kgf·cm. Installed with stand 7 11 / inches
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� When moving the TV from a cold area to a Bundling the Connecting Cables warm area, a sudden room temperature change may cause the TV’s picture to blur or show You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated poor color due to moisture condensation. below. Should this occur, please wait a few hours to allow the moisture to evaporate before powering on the TV. ~ � Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables. 8 AC IN
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Getting Started � Rope or chain (strong enough to support the Securing the TV weight of the TV). Make sure that there is no excess slack in the rope or chain. Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling An alternative way to secure the TV is with an over. Unsecured TVs may topple and optional Sony Support Belt Kit. result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Anchor bolt Prevent the TV from Toppling Over s Secure the TV to a wall and/or stan
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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 (OPTICAL) 6 Y 1 RGB 3 S VIDEO x LAN DMe / P B (10/100) SER VICE VIDEO 4 7 P R A U DIO OU T L (MONO) L L R L AU DI O A UDIO AU DIO AU DI O A U 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 AC IN qs VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) 1 A U DI O R ~ � This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution
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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) HD cable box/ Y RGB HD satellite box 3 S VIDEO PB VIDEO 4 PR 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 a
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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 DIGITAL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN PC IN IN AUDIO 1 3 1 2 1 OUT (OPTICAL) Y RGB 3 S VIDEO PB VIDEO 4 PR 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 VIDEO IN 3 S VIDEO x LAN DMe / 2 PB (10/100) SERVICE VIDEO VIDEO 4 L (MONO) PR 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/ANTENN
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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 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 52. To run Auto Program, see page 46. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 46. (Useful for antenna installations.) ~ � If you accidentally turn off the TV during the Initial Setup process, the Initia
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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 can interfere wi
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Operating the TV 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 51. 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
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Button Description 7 FAVORITES Press once to display the Favorites menu. Press again to exit from the Favorites menu. See page 28 for detailed information. DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY 8 GUIDE Press to open the TV Guide On Screen system. Press again SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP to exit the Guide. For instructions on using a specific menu, see “How to Use TV Guide On Screen” on page 34. THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE CC FREEZE 7 8 9 9 RETURN P
