Sony KDL37XBR6 Operating Instructions
Sony KDL37XBR6 - 37" LCD TV Manual
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- Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
3-297-694-16(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-32XBR6 KDL-40V4100 KDL-40W4100 KDL-37XBR6 KDL-42V4100 KDL-46W4100 KDL-40V4150 KDL-46V4100 KDL-52W4100 KDL-52V4100 KDL-46W4150 © 2008 Sony Corporation - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
: KDL-32XBR6/KDL-37XBR6/ KDL-40V4150/KDL-40V4100/ KDL-42V4100/KDL-46V4100/ KDL-52V4100/KDL-40W4100/ KDL-46W4100/KDL-52W4100/ KDL-46W4150 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
23 Exploring Fun Features Favorites 24 Displaying Favorites 24 Navigating Favorites 24 Adding to Favorites 24 Removing from Favorites 24 Background TV 25 Navigating Background TV 25 Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI 25 How to Use TV Guide On Screen 26 Using P&P and PIP Features 28 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
. Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may increase which possibly could exceed the limits required for ENERGY STAR qualification. ~ • This manual is for the 32 class, 37, 40, 42, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-XBR6, V and W series models with screen size measured diagonally. The - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Follow the assembling steps required to place on a TV stand (except models: KDL-52V4100 and KDL-52W4100). 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
here is model KDL-52V4100; other models may only require removal of three screws (refer to the "Attaching the Table-Top Stand" flyer). M6 Screw (supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket) Mounting Hook Rear of the TV set • Do not remove the Table-Top Stand of the KDL-52V4100 and KDL-52W4100 for any - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
set. Installed on the wall 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 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 ~ • Do not bundle the AC power cord - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
knocked over. 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
(VAR/FIX) 23 4 5 DMex/ SERVICE 6 7 KDL-32XBR6/KDL-37XBR6/ KDL-42V4100 9 KDL-40V4150/KDL-40V4100/ KDL-46V4100/KDL-52V4100/ KDL-40W4100/KDL-46W4100/ KDL-52W4100/KDL-46W4150 9 AC IN CABLE / ANTENNA 8 Side Panel IN 4 2 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 ~ • This TV displays all video input - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
This USB port is for service only unless you are connecting the optional BRAVIA external TV's audio through your stereo system. 8 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that connects to your cable or VHF/UHF antenna. 9 AC power cord or Connects to your power source. For models with attached cords: Plug the cord - Sony KDL37XBR6 | 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 KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R DVI-to-HDMI cable 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
Composite Sync. • This TV's PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals. • Your PC must support one of the above PC input signals to display on the television. • For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use the signals (boldfaced) in the above chart with a 60 Hz vertical frequency. In - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Blu-ray Disc Player/ "PS3" Digital DVD satellite 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 (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | 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 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
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 that they - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
. ~ • 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
and settings. Press to display the TV Home Menu/XMB™ to access the TV Home Menu items such as the TV Settings, TV channels and 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
the TV Button Description qk OPTIONS Press to display a 33 Speakers See page 34 Audio Swap See page 28 Screen See page 36 Add to Favorites/ Remove from Favorites See page 24 qk MTS See page in the Picture settings. For details, see Picture settings on page 32. (Continued) 21 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
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 Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC Timing ws Incoming PC TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
servicing (see contacting Sony information on the back cover). 5 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signals from the remote control. Do not put Receiver anything near the sensor, as its function may be affected. 6 POWER LED Lights up in green when the TV is turned on. 7 SONY Logo Illumination The Sony - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
input ~ • The first time you enter Favorites, the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted. • Background TV themes and some inputs are automatically saved into Favorites as a factory default. To remove from Favorites, follow the instructions below. Navigating Favorites 1 Press - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
. Be sure to complete the Initial Setup on page 16 to use this service. 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
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 Allows - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
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) TV channel (CABLE/ ANTENNA) ~ • To swap audio in P&P mode, use the B/b button to - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
grayed out or not displayed. Watching TV Navigate through the channel list or select the TV Guide On Screen icon located at the top of TV the channel list to select a channel (see page 26). • You can also select a TV channel using the 0-9 or CH+/- buttons (see remote control section on pages - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
Home Menu on XMB™ 1 Press HOME to display the XMB™. 2 Press 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
, and AM/PM). The Timer feature will not be available until you set the Current Time. ~ • If the option is disabled, the TV Guide On Screen has automatically set the time. Timer can be set to have the TV tune to a certain TV channel or other connected equipment as well as a specified volume at the - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
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 Resets the current settings to the - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Custom. Reset Resets all the advanced settings to the default values. Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast. Advanced C.E. Automatically optimizes the backlight and (Advanced contrast. This setting is especially effective for Contrast Enhancer) dark picture - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
use. Clear Voice Suitable for spoken dialog. Reset Resets the current settings to the default values. Treble Increases or decreases • MTS can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control. TV Speakers Select to use the TV speakers for audio. Audio System Select this option if you - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
of your TV's speakers or audio system with your TV's remote control. 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 its original aspect ratio - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Zoom or Zoom for standard-definition channels. Screen settings for PC timings and HDMI-PC (PC input) differ from all other input modes and are shown below. Auto Adjust Select Yes to start the auto adjust for the PC input. Reset Resets the settings to the default values. Phase Adjust after - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
, 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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
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 KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Using TV Settings 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 HDMI function. Device Auto Power - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
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 - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
images or ghosts Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes Explanation/Solution • Check the Power Saving settings (see page 42). • Make sure the power cord is connected securely. • Turn on the power of the TV. • Check cable/antenna connections. • Make sure the Signal Type - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
and correctly set up PC timing. • Verify PC Power Management is activated (see page 42). • Verify the PC is not in standby or hibernation mode. Poor Picture • Adjust the resolution (see page 14). • Adjust Pitch and Phase. General TV screen feels warm • Due to the thin profile of this television - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
password clears your previous password and allows you to enter a new password (see page 38). How to reset the TV to factory • Turn on the TV. While holding down V on the remote control, press POWER settings on the TV. (The TV will turn itself off, then back on again.) Release V. WARNING: The - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
accessories Remote control RM-YD023 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (KDL-40V4150/KDL-40V4100/KDL46V4100/KDL-52V4100/KDL-40W4100/KDL-46W4100/KDL-52W4100/KDL-46W4150) (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to the Table-Top Stand) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
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 IN jack 11 Video/Photo Optimizer 33 Voice - Sony KDL37XBR6 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
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
3-297-694-
16
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KDL-32XBR6
KDL-37XBR6
KDL-40V4150
KDL-40V4100
KDL-42V4100
KDL-46V4100
KDL-52V4100
KDL-40W4100
KDL-46W4100
KDL-52W4100
KDL-46W4150
Operating Instructions