Sony KDL-46XBR6 Operating Instructions
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4-113-760-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40XBR6 KDL-46XBR6 KDL-52XBR6 © 2008 Sony Corporation - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
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- KDL- KDL40XBR6 46XBR6 52XBR6 Sony - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Lock Settings 47 External Inputs Settings 50 HDMI Settings 50 Network Settings 51 General Setup Settings 51 Initial Setup 52 Other Information Troubleshooting 53 Specifications 57 Index 58 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
change 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-XBR6 series models with screen size measured diagonally - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
(except model, KDL-52XBR6). 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 the TV. Table-Top Stand Screws TV Unit 2 Place the Table - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
you are ready to attach the Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from small children. For details on how to use the Wall-Mount Bracket compatible with your model, visit www.sony.com/accessories Or call 1-800-488-7669 (for United States) 1-877-899-7669 (for Canada) When Installing the TV Against - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
or show poor color due to moisture condensation. Should this occur, please wait a few hours to allow the moisture to evaporate before powering on the TV. Bundling the Connecting Cables You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. AC IN ~ • Do not bundle the AC power cord with other - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
. s Route all AC power cords and connecting cables so that they are not accessible to curious children. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with the Sony TV stand. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used, consider the following - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
LAN DMe x / (10/100) SERVICE 6 7 8 9 DMPORT CABLE/ANTENNA 0 Side Panel qa IN 4 2 qs AC IN VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) 1 AUDIO R ~ • 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
cable. You can use this connection to connect to a network, receive software updates and enjoy photos from the Internet (see page 30). This USB port is for service only unless you are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 7 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to your TV via RF switch A Rear of TV B CABLE/ANTENNA ~ • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to Cable or Antenna in the Channel settings for the type of input - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 4. 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
mode automatically (see page 52). PC Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the supported resolutions and timings indicated below. Supported resolutions Signal VGA Horizontal × (Pixel) 640 × 640 × 720 × SVGA 800 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Digital satellite receiver Digital cable Audio USB box system drive Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R L L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX) LAN DMex/ (10/100) SERVICE DMPORT CABLE/ANTENNA IN 2 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) audio LAN connection equipment (A/V Receiver/ Home Theater) Camcorder ~ - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
programs (see page 44). 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
to the audio output of the attached speakers of your BRAVIA Sync audio system. Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must be connected by an HDMI connection to your TV (see page 36 for details). Press to cycle through different sound settings: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice. The sound modes can also be - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
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 34. 9 RETURN 0 HOME Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. Press to display - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
TV. DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY ql w; w; POWER wa WIDE Press to turn on and off the external equipment selected by FUNCTION buttons. Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings for PC Timing Incoming PC signal Incoming - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
settings on page 41. Press once to display a frozen image with the current program in a window. Press again to fill the screen with the frozen image. Press a third time / Remove from Favorites MTS Alternate Audio Digital Rating Background TV Motion Enhancer Device Control Device Control (Menu) - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
Description Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected +/-. Press to select the function of connected components. For details, see "Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control" on page 27. VOL MUTING - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
is set, this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For details, see page 40 (Timer) and page 52 (Picture Off). 3 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
FUNCTION button that corresponds to your preferred time out setting and press . DVD 5 seconds (default) STB 15 seconds AMP 10 seconds TV 20 seconds Reset the Remote Control To reset the remote control to the factory default settings, press SOUND, TV POWER, and then . The FUNCTION buttons blink - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
code is not listed, visit http://esupport.sony.com/remotecodes for a more comprehensive list. 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Operating the TV Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control Remote control tips are provided below for the equipment you have programmed on the DVD, AMP, STB buttons of the remote control. See page 25 for programming equipment to the remote control. Press INPUT to see your connected equipment - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
~ • The first time you enter Favorites, the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted. • Background TV themes, built-in photos and music, and some inputs are automatically saved into Favorites as a factory default. To remove from Favorites, follow the instructions below. Navigating - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
from Sony USB connected connected and configured to an active network (see page 51). • 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
View Select to view the photo file highlighted. Start Slideshow Select to start the slideshow. File Actions 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 Select to protect - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
For Display Size, Playback Method, Photo Settings, Start Slideshow, Rotate and Save, Delete, Information, Add to Favorites, and Remove from Favorites see page 31. • Photos cannot be stored in the TV. Music Listen to music MP3 files directly from a Sony connected USB equipment (not supplied) or add - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Fun Features Navigating through Music Use the remote control buttons described below to navigate visual effects during a track play (shown below is Burst effect). File Order Sets the order in which files will be listed on the List View. Select from • Music tracks cannot be stored in the TV. 33 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Use your TV's remote control to navigate the Guide system. To Do This ... View TV Guide Find a program to watch Return to Service Bar Use shortcuts Do This... 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
appears each Highlight SETUP on the Service Bar then press v to highlight Change default options time TV is turned on and then press . Highlight General defaults and press to display options in the Panel Menu. Set auto guide to on to have the Guide appear when the TV powers on. Lock/unlock video - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
See page 50 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
in picture) provides PC input signal and TV channels. ~ • The CABLE/ANTENNA input must be connected to use the P&P/PIP features. • 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) DMPORT - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
Sound Screen The XMB™ is shown here with Settings highlighted. Channel TV Media Category Icons Settings Photo Adjusting TV Settings Customize the TV settings with various options. Explanations of different Settings start on page 40. • The available options vary depending on the situations - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
are Component 1-2 listed under HDMI 1-4 the TV icon. DMPORT PC under the External Inputs icon. 3 Press V/v to move within the Category Object Bar. (The Category Object Bar shown below is for Settings.) Product Support (page 40) Clock/Timers (page 40) Picture (page 41) Sound (page 43 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Allows you to store your preferred settings. For PC Timings Video This option is available for PC timing (HDMI or PC input) signal to timing (HDMI or PC input) signal to enhance the text shown on the screen. ~ • Picture Mode for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing PICTURE on the remote - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
pressing OPTIONS on the remote control, then selecting Picture Adjustments settings from the OPTIONS menu. • Picture settings available during PC on the video. • Motion Enhancer is not available when Game Mode is set to On. Automatically detects film-based content and applies an inverse 3-2 pull- - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
, 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 Settings Wide Mode Auto Wide Wide Zoom - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
TV is connected to game equipment. • Vertical position is available only when Wide Mode is set set to Wide Zoom or Zoom for standard-definition channels. Using TV Settings Screen settings for PC timings also be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control. • See WIDE button description on page - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
setting. Automatically sets the channel list in the TV for all receivable channels. Channel scanning will be based on the Signal Type (Cable/Antenna) setting +/- button or in the TV channel list on the XMB™. 0-9 buttons on the remote control. Assigns labels set it. To assign labels to more - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
tuned to a blocked program, then enter the password. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
are: United States TV Rating: TV-PG MPAA: PG Canada English TV Rating: PG French TV Rating: 8 ans+ Young Adult Maximum ratings permitted are: United States TV Rating: TV-14 MPAA: PG-13 Canada English TV Rating: 14+ French TV Rating: 13 ans+ Custom Sets ratings manually. U.S.: See page - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
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 the Age-Based Ratings. For Country selection of Canada: English Rating French Rating - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
do not have a connection to the CABLE/ANTENNA input. HDMI 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 Control for - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
Don't Use. Review Select to view current network settings. Allows you to show or hide available DLNA Certified media servers. When in Show/ Hide Servers menu, press OPTIONS to display the items below. Delete All Select to delete all connected servers. Update List Select to update the server list - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
Select On to illuminate the SONY logo on the front panel 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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
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 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
TV screen • Check the current network settings. From the Network icon located on the XMBTM, select Network Setup, then the Review option. If all of your network settings are 0.0.0.0, your server may not be connected properly. Check your network connections and/or server's instruction manual for - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
connection and restart the PC. Plug-and-play will auto-detect the TV and correctly set up PC timing change the channel or input or manually change the Wide Mode again. TV. Remote control does not operate • To determine if the problem is with the remote control or not, press a button on the TV - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
the image dimension, file size, and number of files in a folder, some photo images or folders take time to display. • The first time a camera is connected to the TV via USB cable, it may take up to a couple of minutes for the photos to display. Lost password • Select the Password settings on the - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
Booklet (1) For KDL-40XBR6 and KDL-46XBR only: Attaching the Table-Top Stand (1) / Screws (4) Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Colour Variation Unit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 / TV Stand: see page 2 * While the TV is collecting TV Guide data and/or during software update the power - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
Inputs 50 General Setup 51 HDMI Settings 50 Initial Setup 52 Network 51 Parental Lock 47 Picture 41 Product Support 40 Screen 44 Sound 43 Sharpness 41 Show/Hide Channels 46 Show/Hide Servers 51 Signal Diagnostics 40 Signal Type 46 Sleep Timer 40 Software Update 40 Sound Adjustments 32, 43 Sound - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
Steady Sound 43 Surround 43 T Thumbnail View 31, 33 Timer 40 Treble 43 Troubleshooting 53-56 TV Auto Power On 50 TV Guide On Screen 34 TV POWER button 21 TV Rating 49 U U.S.A. Rating 49 Unrated 48 USB Auto Start 51 V V Center 45 Vertical Size 45 VIDEO IN jack 11 Video/Photo Optimizer 43 View 31 - Sony KDL-46XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
after reading your Operating Instructions 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
4-113-760-
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KDL-40XBR6
KDL-46XBR6
KDL-52XBR6
Operating Instructions