Sony Bravia KLV-52Z550A, Bravia KLV-46Z550A, Bravia KLV-40Z550A Operating Instructions Manual
LCD Colour TV
Operating Instructions
KLV-52Z550A
KLV-46Z550A
KLV-40Z550A
© 2009 Sony Corporation 4-148-021-11(1)
Introduction
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it for future
reference.
Trademark information
HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are
trademarks and/or service marks of Digital
Living Network Alliance.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
“BRAVIA” and are trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
“XMB” and “xross media bar” are
trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.
DynaFont is used for Traditional Chinese
characters.
The typefaces used on the screen display
are solely developed by DynaComware.
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Table of Contents
Start-up Guide 4
Safety Information ............................................................................................................................8
Precautions .......................................................................................................................................9
Remote and TV Controls/Indicators..............................................................................................10
Watching TV
Watching TV ....................................................................................................................................15
Using the Favourite List ................................................................................................................17
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting Optional Equipment ..................................................................................................18
Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment.............................................................................20
Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB ....................................................................................21
Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI..................................................................................23
Operating Optional Equipment using the TV Remote .................................................................24
Using Home Network Features
Connecting to the Network ............................................................................................................26
Enjoying Photo/Music/Video Files via the Network.....................................................................26
Checking the Network Connection................................................................................................27
Adjusting the Server Display Settings..........................................................................................28
Using Menu Functions
Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB™............................................................................29
TV Settings Menu............................................................................................................................30
Additional Information
Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket).........................................................................40
Specifications..................................................................................................................................43
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................45
Before operating the TV, please read “Safety Information” (page 8). Retain this manual for future reference.
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Start-up Guide
Before Use
To check the accessories
Mains lead/AC power cord
Cable holder (1)
Stand (1) and screws (4) (For KLV-46Z550A/
40Z550A)
Remote RM-GA017 (1)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
To insert batteries into the remote
Push and lift the cover to open.
1: Attaching the stand
(For KLV-46Z550A/40Z550A)
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• If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening
torque at approximately 1.5 N·m (15 kgf·cm).
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2: Connecting an antenna/
cable/VCR
Connecting an antenna/cable
Antenna cable (not supplied)
Connecting an antenna/cable and VCR
3: Preventing the TV from
toppling over
Start-up Guide
AV cable
(not
supplied)
VCR
Antenna
cable
(not
supplied)
S-Video
cable
(not
supplied)
Antenna
cable (not
supplied)
1 Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter,
not supplied) in the TV stand.
2 Install a machine screw (M4 × 20, not
supplied) into the screw hole of the TV.
3 Tie the wood screw and the machine
screw with a strong cord (not supplied).
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• An optional Sony support belt kit is used to secure
the TV. Contact your nearest Sony service centre
to purchase a kit. Have your TV model name
ready for reference.
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4: Bundling the cables
5: Performing the initial
set-up
You can also install
the cable holder here.
(After installation, you
will not be able to
remove it.)
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• Do not bundle the mains lead/AC power cord
together with other cables.
* The shapes of mains plug/AC power plug and mains
socket/AC power outlet differ depending on the region.
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Follow the instructions on the screen.
Location: Select “Home” for the best TV
settings to use the TV in the home.
Programme Sorting: If you want to
change the order of channels, follow the
steps in “Programme Sorting” (page 37).
Eco Preset: When you select “Yes”, the
“Eco” settings are changed into
recommended values to reduce power
consumption.
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• You can also tune channels manually (page 38).
• Language options vary depending on model.
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Adjusting the viewing angle
of the TV
This TV can be adjusted within the angles
shown below.
Adjust the angle left and right (swivel)
Top view
Front
Detaching the Table-Top
Stand from the TV
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• Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks
of the TV.
• Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason
other than listed below.
– To wall-mount the TV.
Start-up Guide
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Safety Information
Installation/Set-up
Install and use the TV set in accordance
with the instructions below in order to
avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or
damage and/or injuries.
Installation
• The TV set should be installed near an
easily accessible AC power outlet.
• Place the TV set on a stable, level surface
to avoid it from falling down and cause
personal injury or damage to the TV.
• Only qualified service personnel should
carry out wall installations.
• For safety reasons, it is strongly
recommended that you use Sony
accessories, including:
– Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500
– Wall-mount bracket SU-WL50B
• Be sure to use the screws supplied with
the Wall-mount bracket when attaching
the mounting hooks to the TV set. The
supplied screws are designed so that they
are 8 mm to 12 mm in length when
measured from the attaching surface of
the mounting hook.
The diameter and length of the screws
differ depending on the Wall-mount
bracket model.
Use of screws other than those supplied
may result in internal damage to the TV
set or cause it to fall, etc.
8 mm - 12 mm
Screw (supplied with the
Wall-mount bracket)
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear
of TV set
Transporting
• Before
transporting the
TV set,
disconnect all
cables.
•Two or three
people are
needed to
transport a large
TV set.
• When transporting the TV set by hand,
hold it as shown on the right. Do not put
stress on the LCD panel and the frame
around the screen.
• When lifting or moving the TV set, hold
it firmly from the bottom.
• When transporting the TV set, do not
subject it to jolts or excessive vibration.
• When transporting the TV set for repairs
or when moving, pack it using the
original carton and packing material.
Ventilation
• Never cover the ventilation holes or
insert anything in the cabinet.
• Leave space around the TV set as shown
below.
• It is strongly recommended that you use
a Sony wall-mount bracket in order to
provide adequate air-circulation.
Installed on the wall
30 cm
10 cm 10 cm
Leave at least this space around
the set.
10 cm
Installed with stand
30 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around
the set.
• To ensure proper ventilation and prevent
the collection of dirt or dust:
– Do not lay the TV set flat, install
upside down, backwards, or
sideways.
– Do not place the TV set on a shelf,
rug, bed or in a closet.
– Do not cover the TV set with a cloth,
such as curtains, or items such as
newspapers, etc.
– Do not install the TV set as shown
below.
Air circulation is blocked.
10 cm
6 cm
Wall Wall
AC power cord
Handle the AC power cord and outlet as
follows in order to avoid any risk of fire,
electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:
– The shape of AC power plug, which is
supplied with the TV set, varies
depending on the regions. Be sure to
connect the appropriate supplied AC
power cord with the plug that fits into
the AC power outlet.
– Use only Sony supplied AC power
cords, not those of other brands.
– Insert the plug fully into the AC power
outlet.
– Operate the TV set on a 110–240 V AC
supply only.
– When wiring cables, be sure to unplug
the AC power cord for your safety and
take care not to catch your feet on the
cables.
– Disconnect the AC power cord from
the AC power outlet before working on
or moving the TV set.
– Keep the AC power cord away from
heat sources.
– Unplug the AC power plug and clean it
regularly. If the plug is covered with
dust and it picks up moisture, its
insulation may deteriorate, which
could result in a fire.
Notes
• Do not use the supplied AC power cord
on any other equipment.
• Do not pinch, bend, or twist the AC
power cord excessively. The core
conductors may be exposed or broken.
• Do not modify the AC power cord.
• Do not put anything heavy on the AC
power cord.
• Do not pull on the AC power cord itself
when disconnecting the AC power cord.
• Do not connect too many appliances to
the same AC power outlet.
• Do not use a poor fitting AC power
outlet.
Prohibited Usage
Do not install/use the TV set in locations,
environments or situations such as those
listed below, or the TV set may
malfunction and cause a fire, electrical
shock, damage and/or injuries.
Location:
Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the
seashore, on a ship or other vessel, inside a
vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable
locations, near water, rain, moisture or
smoke.
Environment:
Places that are hot, humid, or excessively
dusty; where insects may enter; where it
might be exposed to mechanical vibration,
near flammable objects (candles, etc.). The
TV set shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
the TV.
Situation:
Do not use when your hands are wet, with
the cabinet removed, or with attachments
not recommended by the manufacturer.
Disconnect the TV set from AC power
outlet and antenna during lightning storms.
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Broken pieces:
• Do not throw anything at the TV set. The
screen glass may break by the impact and
cause serious injury.
• If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not
touch it until you have unplugged the AC
power cord. Otherwise electric shock
may result.
When not in use
• If you will not be using the TV set for
several days, the TV set should be
disconnected from the AC power for
environmental and safety reasons.
• As the TV set is not disconnected from
the AC power when the TV set is just
turned off, pull the plug from the AC
power outlet to disconnect the TV set
completely.
• However, some TV sets may have
features that require the TV set to be left
in standby to work correctly.
For children
• Do not allow children to climb on the TV
set.
• Keep small accessories out of the reach
of children, so that they are not
mistakenly swallowed.
If the following problems
occur...
Turn off the TV set and unplug the AC
power cord immediately if any of the
following problems occur.
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to
have it checked by qualified service
personnel.
When:
– AC power cord is damaged.
– Poor fitting of AC power outlet.
– TV set is damaged by being dropped,
hit or having something thrown at it.
– Any liquid or solid object falls through
openings in the cabinet.
Precautions
Viewing the TV
• View the TV in moderate light, as
viewing the TV in poor light or during
long period of time, strains your eyes.
• When using headphones, adjust the
volume so as to avoid excessive levels,
as hearing damage may result.
LCD Screen
• Although the LCD screen is made with
high-precision technology and 99.99%
or more of the pixels are effective, black
dots may appear or bright points of light
(red, blue, or green) may appear
constantly on the LCD screen. This is a
structural property of the LCD screen
and is not a malfunction.
• Do not push or scratch the front filter, or
place objects on top of this TV set. The
image may be uneven or the LCD screen
may be damaged.
• If this TV set is used in a cold place, a
smear may occur in the picture or the
picture may become dark. This does not
indicate a failure. These phenomena
disappear as the temperature rises.
• Ghosting may occur when still pictures
are displayed continuously. It may
disappear after a few moments.
• The screen and cabinet get warm when
this TV set is in use. This is not a
malfunction.
• The LCD screen contains a smal l amount
of liquid crystal. Mercury is sometimes
contained depending on the kind of
fluorescent tubes. Follow your local
ordinances and regulations for disposal.
Handling and cleaning the
screen surface/cabinet of
the TV set
Be sure to unplug the AC power cord
connected to the TV set from AC power
outlet before cleaning.
To avoid material degradation or screen
coating degradation, observe the following
precautions.
• To remove dust from the screen surface/
cabinet, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If
dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a diluted mild
detergent solution.
• Never use any type of abrasive pad,
alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder,
or volatile solvent, such as alcohol,
benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using
such materials or maintaining prolonged
contact with rubber or vinyl materials
may result in damage to the screen
surface and cabinet material.
• Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation
openings is recommended to ensure to
proper ventilation.
• When adjusting the angle of the TV set,
move it slowly so as to prevent the TV
set from moving or slipping off from its
table stand.
Optional Equipment
Keep optional components or any
equipment emitting electromagnetic
radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise
picture distortion and/or noisy sound may
occur.
Batteries
• Observe the correct polarity when
inserting batteries.
• Do not use different types of batteries
together or mix old and new batteries.
• Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally friendly way. Certain
regions may regulate the disposal of
batteries. Please consult your local
authority.
• Handle the remote with care. Do not
drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any
kind onto it.
• Do not place the remote in a location
near a heat source, a place subject to
direct sunlight, or a damp room.
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Remote and TV Controls/Indicators
Remote and TV controls
Buttons on the TV will work the same as those on the remote.
* In the TV menu, these buttons will work as F/f/G/g/.
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• The number 5, N, PROG + and AUDIO buttons on the remote have
a tactile dot. Use the tactile dots as a reference when operating the
TV.
Button/Switch Description
1 TV "/1 (TV
standby)
2 1 (Power) Press to turn the TV on or off.
Press to turn the TV on or to switch to standby
mode.
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• When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is off,
the TV cannot be turned on.
• To turn the TV completely off, turn off the
TV, then unplug the mains lead/AC power
cord from the mains/AC power.
3 ENERGY
SAVING
SWITCH
Press to turn the TV on or off. When
ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is switched off,
power consumption is reduced. If the TV is in
standby mode when ENERGY SAVING
SWITCH is switched off, switching ENERGY
SAVING SWITCH on puts the TV back into
standby mode only.
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• When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is
switched off, you will not be able to perform
functions such as saving clock settings or
updating the TV’s software.
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F/f/G/g/ Press F/f/G/g to move the on-screen cursor.
Press to select/confirm the highlighted item.
When playing a photo file: Press to pause/
start a slideshow. Press F/G to select the
previous file. Press f/g to select the next file.
When playing a music/video file: Press to
pause/start the playback. Press and hold G/g to
fast forward/fast reverse, then release the
button at the point where you want to resume
playback. Press F to start playback from the
beginning of the current file. Press f to go to
the next file.
5 HOME Press to display the TV Home Menu (page 29).
6 RETURN Press to return to the previous screen of the
displayed menu.
When playing a photo/music/video file: Press
to stop the playback (the display returns to the
file or folder list).
7 PROG +/–//In TV mode: Press to select the next (+) or
8 2 +/–
(Volume)
9 % (Mute) Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore
0 / (Input
select/Text
hold)
qa OPTIONS Press to display a list that contains “Device
qs / (Text) Press to display text information (page 15).
qd / (Info/
Text reveal)
previous (–) channel.
In Text mode: Press to select the next ( ) or
previous ( ) page.
Press to adjust the volume.
the sound.
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• In standby mode, if you want to turn on the
TV without sound, press this button.
In TV mode: Press to display a list of inputs.
In Text mode: Press to hold the current page.
Control” or shortcuts to some setting menus.
Use the “Device Control” menu to operate
equipment that is compatible with control for
HDMI.
The listed options vary depending on the input
source.
Press once to display current channel number,
scene mode, sound mode and screen mode.
Press again to display clock information. Press
third time to remove the display from the
screen.
In Text mode (page 15): Reveals hidden
information (e.g. answers to a quiz).
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qf GUIDE/ This button has no function for this TV.
qg
(Favourite)
qh Coloured
buttons
qj Number
buttons
qk (Wide
Mode)
ql SCENE Press to display the “Scene Select” menu.
Press to display the Favourite List that you
have selected (page 17).
In Text mode: When the coloured buttons are
available, an operation guide appears on the
screen.
In TV mode: Press to select channels. For
channel numbers 10 and above, press the next
digit quickly.
In Text mode: Press to enter a page number.
Press to change the screen format (page 16).
When you select the desired scene option, the
optimum sound quality and picture quality for
the selected scene are automatically set.
Press F/f/G/g to select the scene option, then
press .
Cinema: Delivers picture scenes just like
those in a theatre-like atmosphere with
dynamic sound.
Sports: Delivers picture scenes that enable
you experience realistic picture and sound like
those in a stadium.
Photo: Delivers picture scenes that
authentically reproduces the texture and colour
of a printed photo.
Music: Delivers sound effects that enable you
experience dynamic and clear sound like that at
a concert.
Game: Delivers picture scenes that enable you
enjoy your game-playing experience to the
fullest with superb picture and sound quality.
Graphics: Delivers picture scenes that ease
your prolonged monitor viewing experience
and reduce fatigue by displaying clearer
detailed pictures.
General: Use this setting when you do not
optimise the sound quality and picture quality
for any scene.
Auto: The optimum sound quality and picture
quality are automatically set according to the
input source, though there may not be any
effect depending on the connected devices.
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• When you set Theatre Mode (page 13) to on,
the “Scene Select” setting switches to
“Cinema” automatically.
• The options you can adjust vary depending
on the situation.
• Unavailable options are greyed out or not
displayed.
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w; AUDIO Press to change the dual sound mode
(page 33).
wa (TV mode) Exit Text mode, or switches to a TV display
ws
— Twin
Picture/PIP
wd (Previous
channel)
wf THEATRE You can set Theatre Mode to on or off. When
wg SYNC MENU Displays the menu of connected HDMI
wh Buttons for
using
optional
equipment
wj (Light) Press to illuminate the buttons on the remote so
when displaying external input.
Displays two pictures simultaneously
(page 20).
Returns to the previous channel watched (for
more than five seconds).
Theatre Mode is set to on, the optimum sound
quality (if the TV is connected with an audio
system using an HDMI cable) and picture
quality for film-based contents are
automatically set.
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• If you turn the TV off, Theatre Mode is also
turned off.
• When you change the “Scene Select” setting,
Theatre Mode turns off automatically.
• “Control for HDMI” (BRAVIA Sync) is only
available with the connected Sony equipment
that has the BRAVIA Sync or BRAVIA
Theatre Sync logo or is compatible with
control for HDMI.
equipment. While viewing other input screens
or TV programmes, “HDMI Device Selection”
is displayed when the button is pressed.
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• “Control for HDMI” (BRAVIA Sync) is only
available with the connected Sony equipment
that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is
compatible with control for HDMI.
You can operate the equipment connected to
the TV (page 24).
that you can see them easily even if the room is
dark.
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Indicators
Indicator Description
1 (Picture Off /
Timer)
2 1 (Standby) Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode.
3 " (Power) Lights up in green when the TV is on.
4 Light sensor
(page 30)
5 Remote control
sensor
Lights up in green when you select “Picture Off” (page 30).
Lights up in orange when you set the timer (page 30) or “Picture Frame”
(page 21).
Do not put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function.
Receives signals from the remote.
Do not put anything over the sensor. The sensor may not work properly.
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• Make sure that the TV is completely turned off before unplugging the main lead/AC power cord. Unplugging
the main lead/AC power cord while the TV is turned on may cause the indicator to remain lit or may cause
the TV to malfunction.
About the operation guide on the TV screen
Operation Guide
Example: Press or RETURN (see 4 on page 11 or 6 on page 11).
The operation guide provides help on how to operate the TV using the remote, and is displayed at
the bottom of the screen. Use the remote buttons shown on the operation guide.
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Watching TV
Watching TV
To access Text
Press /. Each time you press /, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Text and TV picture t Text t No Text (exit
the Text service)
To select a page, press the number buttons or
/.
To hold a page, press .
To reveal hidden information, press .
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• You can also jump directly to a page by selecting
the page number displayed on the screen. Press
and F/f/G/g to select the page number, then press
.
• When four coloured items appear at the bottom of
the Text page, you can access pages quickly and
easily (Fastext). Press the corresponding coloured
button to access the page.
Watching TV
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1 Press 1 on the TV to turn on the TV.
When the TV cannot be turned on, switch
ENERGY SAVING SWITCH on, then
press 1 on the TV (page 10).
When the TV is in standby mode (the 1
(standby) indicator on the TV front panel
is red), press TV "/1 on the remote to
turn on the TV.
2 Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to
select a TV channel.
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