Sony KDL-46EX500 Operating Instructions
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LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions 4-175-274-11(1) Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Getting Started Operating the TV Using Features Using the Menus Other Information © 2010 Sony Corporation Printed in Mexico Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
"PlayStation" is a registered trademark and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (KDL-32FA600 only) Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR® qualified in the "Home" mode. It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Eco Settings 45 Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 46 Using a Wall-Mount Bracket 47 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 47 Troubleshooting 52 Important Notices 56 Specifications 57 Index 59 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the documentations listed below to get the most out of your TV. Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV safe. Read this information prior to setting up your TV. Operating Instructions Provides the most - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as: ➢ BRAVIA® SyncTM: Allows your BRAVIA TV to communicate with other Sony equipment supporting to easily adjust your TV to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on the scenes for the best quality result for the - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
➢ Ambient Sensor: Automatically optimizes the picture settings according to the ambient light in the room. The sensor detects ambient light levels to adjust the brightness and color temperature of the picture. With this feature you can have the best picture quality under your room's lighting - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
are not mounting the TV to a wall, you will need to attach the Table-Top Stand. You will need a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to complete the task. Look for the attachment instructions provided with the TV. Be sure to consider the following while setting up your TV: • Disconnect all - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
IN and the nearest wall outlet. 2 DIGITAL audio signal. For component (1080p/1080i/ connection, use Y, Settings, and then select the Setup settings. Select the Video/Component 1 Selection option then set to Auto. *1 In the case of 32 and 40 inch models, the AC power cord is attached to the TV - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
supplied with KDL-32FA600) to the TV. 9 HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
below. Adjust the angle left and right (swivel) Top view 20° 20° 20° 20° Front Connecting the TV 5.1 Surround Sound System (KDL-32FA600 only) Refer to the supplied Quick Setup Guide for details. Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input located on the back of your TV. Shown with HDMI Connection Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
mini plugs) CATV/Satellite antenna cable Shown with Component Connection CATV/Satellite antenna cable Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT (FIX) R L VIDEO - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) Rear of TV AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
VCR/Game system/ USB Camcorder AUDIO R L (MONO) 1 AUDIO PR CABLE/ ANTENNA COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L RGB DIGITAL PC IN AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) AUDIO AUDIO OUT Audio cable box system • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) Leave at least this much space around the set. Never install the TV set as follows: Air circulation is blocked. Air circulation is blocked. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 15 - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Preventing the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. ❑ Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV. ❑ Never install the TV on: • slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
attach to the other anchor bolt). Wall-anchor Wall-mount holes Anchor bolts Rope or chain • Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899 - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
the type of use for this TV. "Retail" optimizes the picture for store display. "Home" optimizes the picture for normal home use and is Energy Star compliant. later time, press MENU, select Settings, and then select Auto Retail Program under Channel settings. Home • Connect either your cable or - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
-32/40/46/55/60EX500, KDL-40/46/55EX501 models For KDL-32/40/46EX400, KDL-40/46EX401, KDL-32EX301, KDL-32FA600 models Push to open Slide the cover to open Guidelines to follow • Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that no objects are blocking the - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
to the TV by using the Control for HDMI 3 function (not available on all Control for HDMI 4 equipment). Some other buttons on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® SyncTM equipment. THEATER: Press to turn on and off the Theater Mode. The picture settings will be set for a cinema - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
any scene. Auto: Automatically optimizes picture and sound quality according to the input source. 6 RETURN Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. 7 MENU Press to display the menu with TV functions and settings. See "Using the - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
. Press to turn on and off the TV. qd WIDE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings. See page 27. qf DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with channel/program 8 information you are watching. The banner will time - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
Rear of Remote Control Button ql "/1 (Power) Description Press to turn on and off the TV. Available models : KDL-60EX500/KDL-55EX500/ KDL-46EX500/KDL-40EX500/KDL-32EX500/ KDL-55EX501/KDL-46EX501/KDL-40EX501 ql Operating the TV 23 - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
inputs. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs. In the menu screen, this button serves as confirming the selection or setting. Press to display menu with TV functions and settings (see "Using the Menus" on page 30). Outputs audio signal. • Inputs can be changed by pressing V/v and while the - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
HDMI. • The Control for HDMI settings must be set on both the TV and connected equipment. For settings on the connected equipment, refer to their instruction manuals. • When specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is connected, BRAVIA sync is automatically activated on - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
Window can be moved by pressing V/v/B/b.) To Enter PIP PIP Supported Inputs In main window In sub window PC TV channel (CABLE/ANTENNA), VIDEO IN 1/2, HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 (video timing) HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 (PC timing) TV channel (CABLE/ANTENNA), VIDEO IN 1/2, COMPONENT IN 1/2 1 Press TOOLS while - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
TV receives. You can manually select available Wide Mode settings as you watch your TV by pressing the WIDE button on your remote control or you can set your TV to Auto Wide. To set Auto Wide Press MENU and select Settings, then select the Screen settings each time you run the Auto Program. - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
When a PC is connected to the TV and PC input is selected, you can change the PC Screen settings. Screen PC PC Settings Wide Mode Auto Adjustment Phase Pitch Horizontal Center Vertical Center Normal 0 0 0 0 Set To change the Wide Screen Mode for PC Timing Press WIDE repeatedly to cycle through - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
connected. • The file name and folder name support only English. • When you connect a Sony digital still camera, set the camera's USB connection mode to "Auto" or "Mass Storage." For more information about USB connection mode, refer to the instructions supplied with your digital camera. • Use a USB - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
settings. 3 Press to select or confirm. 1, 4 4 Press to exit. Settings The Settings icon contains all of the necessary configurations to customize your TV settings assigned to them. Parental Lock: set the password and limit access to programming based on rating levels. You can also block - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
for smoother picture movement such as for film-based contents. KDL-40/46/55EX501 Standard models only) Select for smooth picture movement. Use this setting for standard use. Off Select when the High or Standard settings result in noise. CineMotion Provides improved picture movement and reduces - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
and Off. White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in detail. Select On to optimize the picture by sensing the lighting environment surrounding the TV. Select Off to disable this function. • Even if you change the Motionflow setting, you may not see the effect visually depending on the content - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Tone (KDL-32FA600 only) Volume Offset Steady Sound Description Sets a sound mode. Sound Mode includes options best suited for video and photographs, respectively. The available options depend on the scene select settings. Dynamic Enhances treble and bass. Standard Standard sound optimized for - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
broadcast in Enjoy stereo, stereo. bilingual and mono Auto SAP programs Select to automatically switch the TV to second audio programs when a signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in Stereo mode. Mono Select for mono reception. Use to reduce noise during weak stereo - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
original picture without distorting the aspect ratio. Auto Wide On Select On to automatically change Wide Mode setting based on the content. Off are watching a 720p, 1080i or 1080p source. • If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current channel. - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
adjust the display position and phase of the Adjustment picture when the TV receives an input signal from the connected PC. Note that Auto Adjustment may not work well with certain input signals. In such cases, manually adjust the options below. Phase Adjust after Pitch to fine tune overall - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
cable channels via Cable TV provider. Antenna Select if you are using an antenna. Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable , press . Allows you to fine-tune the selected analog channel manually if you feel that a slight tuning adjustment may improve picture quality - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
G Canada: C, G, TV-Y Youth Maximum ratings permitted are: U.S.: TV-PG, PG Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG Young Adult Maximum ratings permitted are: U.S.: TV-14, PG-13 Canada: 14+, 13 ans+, TV-14 Custom Select to set ratings manually. U.S.: See page 39 for details. Canada: See page 40 for - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
Parental guidance suggested. TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned. TV-MA Mature audience only. Content-Based Ratings FV Fantasy violence. D Suggestive dialogue. L Strong language. S Sexual situations. V Violence. Using the Menus • To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (see page 38). Option English Rating French Rating U.S.A. Rating control feature. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your Parental Lock - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
is turned off. On when Muting Closed Captions (CC) is turned on when the TV is muted. Analog CC Allows you to select basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption caption service is available, select from the Service 1-6 or CC1-4. Digital CC Options Allows you to make additional settings for digital - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
Option Description Sleep Timer Set the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120) that you would like the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically. Language Select to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice: English, Español, Français. Info Displays the - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
any of the Picture settings. Lock Product Contact Sony Sony contact information is available on this screen for your Support convenience. TV specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings (if available from the TV) are displayed here. Signal - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
Follow the instructions on the screen. Some settings such as Picture, Sound, 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 55. • Favorite channel list will be cleared each time you run - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
Power Saving Select from Off, Low, High, Picture Off to adjust your TV's power consumption. By selecting the High option, you will reduce the power consumption more than the other available settings. While Picture Off is set, pressing VOL +/- or MUTING buttons will not disable this function. Press - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
* The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input will be treated as a video timing and not PC timing. This affects Picture settings and Wide Mode settings. To view PC content set Scene Select to Graphics, Wide Mode to Full, and Display Area to Full Pixel. • This TV's PC input does not support Sync - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. • Follow the instruction guide provided with the Wall-Mount Bracket for your model. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV's weight. • Be sure to - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
Instructions for SU-WL500. Dimension Table Screen center point Unit: mm (inches) TV Model TV Screen Length for each mounting angle Dimensions center dimensions Angle (0°) Angle (20°) Weight AB C D E FGH TV ×4 KDL-32EX301 KDL-32EX400 KDL-32EX500 KDL-32FA600 KDL-40EX400 KDL-40EX401 KDL - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
on should be capable of supporting a weight of at least four times that of the TV. Refer to your TV's operating instructions for its weight. Step 3: Installing the Base Bracket on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. Step 4: Preparing the TV for wall mount installation Follow the steps - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
Hook location When installing the Mounting Hooks on the TV. When installing the TV onto Base Bracket. Wall TV 3 Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook. Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. 4 Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks Do not remove any other screws from the TV. of the TV. 50 - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
. Step 5: Installing the TV on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. ~ • When you put the TV back on the Table-Top Stand, reverse the above steps. • When moving the TV, do not squeeze the bottom of the front panel too tight. • Remove the screws or install the Mounting Hook on a stable and - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
refer to the Quick Setup Guide provided for connections. If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV even after you read this operating instructions manual, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or call 1-800 - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
the signal content. See Quick Setup Guide (supplied) to display the best possible picture for that signal. • TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable. • Press THEATER for BRAVIA Sync activated Theater System (see page 25). • Set Speakers to Audio System in the Sound settings - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
/Solution • Make sure that the Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the optional device compatible with BRAVIA Sync (see page 25). • Only one A/V receiver may be used with the BRAVIA Sync and Control for HDMI functions at one time (see page 43). • Confirm the PC is correctly connected - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
time to display Lost password How to reset the TV to factory settings Explanation/Solution • Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios the channel or input or manually change the Wide Mode again. TV. • To determine if the problem is with the remote control or not, press a button on the TV - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Compatible Wall-Mount Bracket Information Use the following Sony Wall-Mount Bracket with your TV model. Sony TV Model No. KDL-32/40/46/55/60EX500 KDL-40/46/55EX501 KDL-32/40/46EX400 KDL-40/46EX401 KDL-32EX301 KDL-32FA600 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. SU-WL500 Use - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
name KDL- Power and others Power requirement Power consumption in use in standby Screen size (inches measured diagonally) Display resolution Speaker/Full range (2) (mm) (inches) Dimensions with stand (mm) (inches) without stand (mm) (inches) wall-mount hole pattern (mm) wall-mount screw - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
Top Stand (1 set) Screw (4) Screw (7) Screw (7)/Speaker cable (3) Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 / Satellite Speakers Wall-Mount Bracket: WS-WV10D (KDL-32FA600) • Optional accessories availability depends on its stock. • Design and specifications are subject - Sony KDL-46EX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
38 F Favorites 37 FAVORITES button 20 French Rating 40 H HDMI IN jack, described 9 HDMI Settings 43 Horizontal Center 35, 36 Hue 31 I Idle TV Standby 45 Info Banner 42 Infrared Receiver (IR) 24 Initial Setup 44 INPUT button 20, 24 Installing the TV on a wall 47 J JUMP button 22 L Label Channels 37
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Operating Instructions
Introducing Your New BRAVIA
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Getting Started
Operating the TV
Using Features
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