Sony KDL-46WL140 Operating Instructions

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  • Sony KDL-46WL140 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    4-113-059-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40WL140 KDL-46WL140 KDL-52WL140 © 2008 Sony Corporation
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    this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. For Customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. CAUTION Use the following Sony TVs only with the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or TV-stand. Sony TV Model No. KDL-40WL140 KDL-46WL140 KDL-52WL140
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    Settings 42 Initial Setup 42 Other Information Troubleshooting 43 Specifications 46 Index 47 Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides a variety of optional equipment connection diagrams. Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line
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    U.S.A. http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/hd The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming and proper setup connections. This manual explains basic
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    the power consumption. Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may increase which possibly could exceed the limits required for the Energy Star qualification. ~ • This manual is for the 40, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-WL140 series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5
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    Follow the assembling steps required to place on a TV stand (except model: KDL-52WL140). 1 Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from the carton. The screws can be found in the accessory bag. For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the screws provided with
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    Mount Bracket) Mounting Hook Rear of the TV set • Do not remove the Table-Top Stand of the KDL-52WL140 for any reason other than to wall-mount the TV. • Models KDL-40WL140 and KDL-46WL140 can be wall-mounted as packaged. If you decided to use the TV with the TV stand and later want to wall-mount the
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    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 TV and may cause damage to your TV or cause a fire. Consider the following for best picture quality • Do not expose the screen
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    2) and follow the instruction manual provided with the Sony TV stand. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used, consider the following recommended measures. Recommended Measures to Secure the TV Secure the Stand for the TV Make sure the TV stand can adequately support the weight of the TV. Use two
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    / SERVICE 6 7 CABLE / ANTENNA 8 Side Panel IN 4 2 9 AC IN VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 ~ • This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video
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    . • If the picture is noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust Phase and Pitch of Screen settings on page 36. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. HDMI supports enhanced, or high
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    or a high-definition 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 on the back of your TV. Shown with HDMI Connection Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN
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    For details, see page 11. Shown with Component Connection Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 AUDIO OUT R AUDIO L L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX) HD
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    Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be necessary.) 14 * The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input will be treated as a video timing and not PC timing. This affects Picture settings, Wide Mode settings, and PIP function. To view PC content set Picture Mode to
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    "PS3" player receiver Digital cable box Audio system Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R COMPONENT IN PC IN 1 2 Y RGB PB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 AUDIO OUT R AUDIO L L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX
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    programs (see page 35). 4 Set the date and time. Begin your TV Guide On Screen Setup When the Initial Setup is completed, the TV will display this screen and prompt you to set up the electronic program guide. Follow the on screen instructions using your remote control. Initial Setup Step 6 of
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    42. To run Auto Program, see page 37. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature TV is turned back on. • Auto Program may be canceled while the channels are being scanned. Press RETURN first, then press either B/b on the remote
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    that no objects are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your remote control; try turning off the fluorescent lamps. • If you are having problems with the remote control, reinsert or replace your batteries and make sure
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    . ~ • The 5, PLAY and CH+ buttons have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. 6 GUIDE Press to open the TV Guide On Screen system. Press again to exit the Guide. For instructions on using a specific menu, see "How to Use TV Guide On Screen" on page 26. (Continued) 19
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    External Inputs list (see pages 5 and 29). Product Support Clock/Timers Settings Sound Screen qg Channel TV qh 9 DMex Press to access features in the optional BRAVIA external module (e.g. DMX-NV1). See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for more information. The module qj 0 0-9 ENT may
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    through the available picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Custom, PhotoVivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, PhotoCustom, Video, Text. (Available options depend on the current mode.) The picture modes can also be accessed in the Picture settings. For details, see Picture settings on page 32
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    settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, H Stretch, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen settings (see pages 35 and 36). Changing the Wide Screen 1080p and wz 1080/24p sources. Changing the Wide Screen TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected
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    page 42 (Picture Off). 4 STANDBY LED Lights up in red when your TV is in PC standby mode. If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate that the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on the back cover). 5 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signals from the remote control. Do not
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    TV themes and some inputs are automatically saved into Favorites as a factory default. To remove from Favorites, follow the instructions viewed items are also cleared when the TV is powered off. Adding to Favorites 1 will clear your TV channels from Favorites (see pages 16 and
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    See page 41 for information on how to set up this TV's Control for HDMI function. For other equipment, refer to its operating instructions. Available options using Control for HDMI The following operations are available after you connect the supported Sony equipment with Control for HDMI function to
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    . 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 Title HDTV Show Icon ~ • Image shown above includes digital channels, which may not be available in some areas
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    to display Keyword Options in the Panel Menu. Select new search to narrow your search by type, category or subcategory by pressing V/v/B/b. Customizing the TV Guide On Screen system settings Highlight SETUP on the Service Bar then press v to highlight the available options to customize your system
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    , Component, HDMI or PC. 2 Press V/v to highlight P&P or PIP and press . P&P Supported Inputs In main window In sub window Video 1/2/3 Component 1/2 HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 (except PC timing) TV channel (CABLE/ ANTENNA) PIP Supported Inputs In main window In sub window PC HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 (PC timing
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    on the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features. Using TV Settings Product Support Clock/Timers Settings The XMB™ displays the Media Category icons (horizontally) and available features (vertically) within the highlighted icon. Sound Screen Channel The XMB™ is shown here with
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    B/b to select a Media Category icon. Settings Available TV settings and features are listed under the Settings icon. 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 PC under the External
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    TV Settings Descriptions Product Support Contact Sony Signal Diagnostics Software Update Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TV's specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings if available from the
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    ) signal to enhance the text shown on the screen. ~ • Picture Mode for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing PICTURE on the remote control to directly toggle the modes. • The options for Picture Mode may vary depending on the Video/Photo Optimizer setting (see page 33) and PC input. Reset
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    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. Video Select to set the picture settings for video. Photo Select to set the picture settings for photos
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    Suitable for spoken dialog. Reset Resets the current settings to the default values. Treble Increases or decreases TV or video input) relative to other inputs. ~ • Sound Adjustments can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control. Stereo For stereo reception when viewing a TV
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    on the remote control when an alternate audio stream is available from the broadcaster. Using TV Settings Screen Settings Wide Mode Auto Wide 4:3 Default Select the default screen mode to use for 4:3 sources Wide Zoom Fills the screen with minimum distortion. Normal Displays the 4:3 picture in
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    original size. -1/-2 Enlarges the picture to hide the edges of the picture. ~ • For 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p, feature is only available when Wide Mode is set to Full. Adjust the Vertical positioning by pressing V/v. Press B/b to adjust the Horizontal positioning. ~ • Screen Position
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    be accessed by entering the channel number with 0-9 buttons on the remote control. Assigns labels (such as station call letters) to channel set it. To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-2. ~ • This feature is not available when using the TV Guide On Screen system. Using TV Settings
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    , turn off and on the TV. Password Country Use 0-9 button on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time the password is created, you must re-enter it again to confirm the password. "Password set" message will appear on the screen upon confirmation. Change Password You
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    TV Rating: 13 ans+ Custom Sets ratings manually. U.S.: See page 40 for details. Canada: See page 40 for details. ~ • If you are not familiar with the parental guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or Young Adult to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific
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    TV-G General audience TV-PG 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 ~ • To ensure maximum blocking capability, set
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    Tuning Keys This setting controls how the remote control channel tuning Settings HDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with Control for HDMI function. Control for HDMI On/Off feature allows your TV to communicate with other equipment that supports
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    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 45. ~ • Favorite
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    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: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport for US Support http://www.sony.ca/support for Canadian Support 1-800-222-SONY
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    to lock in Wide Mode selected with WIDE on the remote control, set 4:3 Default to Off in the Screen settings (see page 35). • Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 35). Suddenly the picture gets smaller • The picture gets smaller during the commercials due to the method in
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    V. WARNING: The reset will clear all of your customized settings including the Parental Lock setting. TV screen feels warm • Due to the thin profile of this television, the heat generated by the LCD panel backlight and supporting electronics will be more noticeable. This is normal operation and
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    Stand) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Safety and Regulatory Booklet (1) / Attaching the Table-Top Stand (1) / DMX-NV1 kit (U.S.A. only) / Screws (4) Optional accessories Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 / TV Stand
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    Update 31 Sound Adjustments 34 Sound Booster 34 Sound Mode 34 Speaker 23 Speakers 34 STANDBY LED 23 Steady Sound 34 Surround 34 T Timer 31 Treble 34 Troubleshooting 43-45 TV Auto Power On 41 TV Guide On Screen 26 TV Rating 40 U U.S.A. Rating 40 Unrated 39 V V Center 36 Vertical Size 36 VIDEO
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    after reading your Operating Instruction manual and Quick Setup Guide z Experience difficulty operating your television For United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or to speak with a support representative: 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For Canada http://www.sony.ca/support or to speak with
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© 2008 Sony Corporation
LCD Digital Color TV
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Operating Instructions