4-415-185-12(1)
LCD TV
Operating Instructions
Start-up Guide
Operating the TV
Using Optional Equipment
Using Menu Functions
Additional Information
KDL-40BX450 / 32BX350
Introduction
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Location of the identification label
Labels for Model No. and Power Supply rating
(in accordance with applicable safety
regulation) are located on the rear of the TV.
The illustrations used in this manual are of the
KDL-40BX450 unless otherwise stated.
Trademark information
• is a registered trademark of the DVB
Project.
• HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC
in the United States and other countries.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• “BRAVIA” and are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If a television is not positioned in a sufficiently
stable location, it can be potentially hazardous
due to falling. Many injuries, particularly to
children, can be avoided by taking simple
precautions such as:
• Using cabinets or stands recommended by
the manufacturer of the television.
• Only using furniture that can safely support the
television.
• Ensuring the television is not overhanging the
edge of the supporting furniture.
• Not placing the television on tall furniture (for
example, cupboards or bookcases) without
anchoring both the furniture and the television
to a suitable support.
• Not standing the televisions on cloth or other
materials placed between the television and
supporting furniture.
• Educating children about the dangers of
climbing on furniture to reach the television or
its controls.
Notes for Australia and New Zealand
model
This product is ENERGY RATING qualified in the
“Home” mode. ENERGY RATING is a
programme designed to promote energy
efficient products and practices.
• When the TV is initially set up, it is designed to
meet ENERGY RATING requirements while
maintaining optimum picture quality.
• Changes to certain features, settings and
functionalities of this TV (e.g. TV Guide,
Picture/Sound, Eco setting) can slightly
change the power consumption.
Depending upon such changed settings (e.g.
“Shop” mode), the power consumption may vary
which possibly could exceed the stated energy
rating.
To reset the TV to ENERGY RATING qualified
settings, select “Home” mode from the initial setup procedure in “Factory Settings” under the
“Set-up” menu.
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Table of Contents
Start-up Guide
Checking the accessories ..................................4
1: Attaching the stand.........................................4
2: Connecting an antenna/cable/VCR ................5
3: Preventing the TV from toppling over.............5
4: Performing the initial set-up............................6
Watching TV.......................................................6
Detaching the stand from the TV........................7
Safety information ..............................................8
Precautions ........................................................9
Operating the TV
Overview of the remote ....................................11
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators.......13
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting optional equipment........................14
Viewing pictures from the connected
equipment.........................................................15
Viewing PIP (Picture in Picture)........................16
Using Menu Functions
Navigating through menus...............................17
Using the Digital Programme List ........... 18
Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide
(EPG) ...............................................................19
Playing back photo/music/video via USB......... 20
Basic operation of Photo/Music/Video............20
Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI .....23
Control for HDMI .............................................23
Settings adjustment.......................................... 24
Picture.............................................................24
Sound..............................................................25
Screen.............................................................27
Channel Set-up ...............................................29
Parental Lock ..................................................31
Set-up..............................................................32
Eco ..................................................................33
Additional Information
Installing the accessories
(Wall-Mount Bracket) ....................................... 34
TV installation dimensions table......................35
Screw and hook locations diagram/table .......36
Troubleshooting ............................................... 37
Specifications...................................................39
: for digital channels only
Before operating the TV, please read “Safety information” (page 8). Retain this manual for future reference.
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Start-up Guide
Checking the accessories
Stand (1) and screws (3)
Remote RM-ED049 (1)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
x To insert batteries into the remote
Push to
open
1: Attaching the
stand
• Refer to the supplied stand leaflet for proper
attachment for some TV models.
• For best picture quality, do not expose the
screen to direct illumination or sunlight.
1 Place the TV with its screen facing down on a
level and stable surface covered with a thick
and soft cloth.
2 Fix the TV to the stand according to the arrow
marks that guide the screw holes using
the supplied screws.
Thick and soft cloth
• Be careful not to hit the Table-Top Stand against
the edge of the surface when attaching it.
• Hold the Table-Top Stand with one hand to
avoid it dropping when attaching.
• This TV is very heavy, so two or more people
should place the TV onto thick and soft cloth.
• If using an electric screwdriver, set the
tightening torque at approximately 1.5 N·m (15
kgf·cm).
• Be sure to securely tighten the supplied screws,
otherwise the TV may fall down.
• Use an appropriate screwdriver to attach the
screws tightly without damaging the screw
head.
• Please ensure the AC power cord is away from
the stand installation location when you attach
the stand.
• Do not touch the inner side of the bottom of the
TV stand to avoid being hurt.
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2: Connecting an
3: Preventing the
antenna/cable/
VCR
• Connecting cables are not supplied.
Connecting an antenna/cable
Antenna cable
Connecting an antenna/cable and VCR
TV from
toppling over
Start-up Guide
AV cable
VCR
Antenna cable
Antenna cable
1 Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, not
supplied) in the TV stand.
2 Install a machine screw (M4, not supplied)
into the screw hole of the TV.
3 Tie the wood screw and the machine screw
with a strong cord (not supplied).
The length of the M4 machine screw differs
depending on the cord diameter. Please
refer to below illustration.
Screw M4
Cord
6-8 mm
z • 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.
TV’s Table-Top Stand
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4: Performing the
initial set-up
1 The shapes of AC power plug and AC
power outlet differ depending on the
region.
2 When the TV is in standby mode (the 1
(standby) indicator on the TV front panel is
red), press "/1 on the remote to turn on the
TV.
Watching TV
1 Press 1 on the TV to turn on the TV.
2 Press DIGITAL/ANALOG to switch between
digital and analogue modes.
3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to
select a TV channel.
4 Press 2 +/– to adjust the volume.
3
Follow the instructions on the screen.
“Programme Sorting”: If you want to
change the order of analogue
channels, follow the steps in
“Programme Sorting” (page 30).
Press HOME to exit.
• You can also tune channels manually (page 29).
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Detaching the stand from the TV
• Do not remove the stand for any reason other
than to wall-mount the TV.
1 Place the TV with its screen facing down on a
level and stable surface covered with a thick
and soft cloth.
• Be careful not to hit the Table-Top Stand
against the edge of the surface when
placing the TV with its screen facing down.
2 Remove the screws guided by the arrow
marks and of the TV. Do not remove
any other screws.
Thick and soft cloth
Start-up Guide
• Hold the Table-Top Stand with one hand to
avoid it dropping when detaching.
• Do not remove the stand for any reason other
than to wall-mount the TV.
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Safety information
Air circulation is blocked.
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:
– KDL-40BX450/32BX350:
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 as indicated by illustration
when measured from the attaching
surface of the mounting hook.
The diameter and length of the
screws differ depending on the Wallmount bracket model.
Use of screws other than those
supplied may result in internal
damage to the TV set or cause it to
fall, etc.
8mm ~ 12mm
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 more people are needed to
transport a large TV set.
• When transporting the TV set by
hand, hold it as shown below. 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.
Be sure to hold the bottom of
the panel, not the front part.
• 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 aircirculation.
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.
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 p lug, 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 situa tions such as those
listed below, or the TV set may
malfunction and cause a fire, electrical
shock, damage and/or injuries.
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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.
• If the TV is placed in the changing
room of a public bath or hot spring,
the TV may be damaged by airborne
sulfur, etc.
Cleaning:
Do not spray water or detergent directly
on the TV set. It may drip to the bottom
of the screen or exterior parts and get
inside, resulting in a malfunction.
Environment:
• Places that are hot, humid, or
excessively dusty; where insects m ay
enter; where it might be exposed to
mechanical vibrat ion, 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.
• Do not place the TV in a humid or
dusty space, or in a room with oily
smoke or steam (near cooking tables
or humidifiers). Fi re, electric shock, or
warping may result.
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.
• Do not install the TV so that it sticks
out into an open space. Injury or
damage from a person or object
bumping into the TV may result.
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.
• Do not subject the LCD screen to any
strong impact or shock. The screen
glass may crack or shatter and cause
injury.
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 small
amount of liquid crystal. Some
fluorescent tubes used in this TV set
also contain mercury (except for LED
backlight LCD TV). 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.
• Do not spray water or detergent
directly on the TV set. It may drip to
the bottom of the screen or exterior
parts, and may cause a malfunction.
• 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
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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 pictur e distortion and/or noisy
sound may occur.
Caution about handling
the remote control and
batteries
Notes
• 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.
WARNING
Batteries must not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
Disposal of the TV set
(Australian model only)
Disposal of Old
Electrical &
Electronic
Equipment
(Applicable in
the European
Union and other
European countries with
separate collection
systems)
This symbol is on the remote control.
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Operating the TV
Overview of the remote
1 / – Input select / Text hold
• Displays the connected equipment list and selects the input source
(page 15).
• In Text mode: Holds the current page.
2 SYNC MENU
Press to display the BRAVIA Sync Menu and then select connected HDMI
equipment from “HDMI Device Selection”.
The following options can be selected from BRAVIA Sync Menu:
“Device Control”: Use the “Device Control” menu to operate equipment
that is compatible with Control for HDMI. Select options from “Home
(Menu)”, “Options” and “Content List” to operate the equipment.
“Speakers”: Selects “TV Speakers” or “Audio System” to output the TV’s
sound from the TV speakers or connected audio equipment.
“TV Control”: Use the “TV Control” menu to operate the TV from the
“HOME (Menu)” or “Options” menu.
“Return to TV”: Selects this option to return to TV programme.
3 ./X/x/>/m/N/M
You can operate the BRAVIA Sync-compatible equipment that is
connected to the TV. Some other buttons on the remote control may also
operate BRAVIA Sync equipment.
4 Coloured buttons
When the coloured buttons are available, an operation guide appears on
the screen.
5 GUIDE (EPG)
Press to display the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) (page 19).
6 RETURN
• Returns to the previous screen of any displayed menu.
• When playing a photo/music/video file: Press to stop the playback (the
display returns to the file or thumbnail view).
7 HOME
Displays or cancels the menu.
8 DIGITAL/ANALOG
z • The number 5, N,
PROG + and AUDIO
buttons have tactile dots.
Use the tactile dots as
references when
operating the TV.
Press to switch between digital and analogue mode.
9 – Wide Mode
Changes the picture size. Press repeatedly to select the desired wide
mode (page 12).
q; Number buttons
• Selects channels. For channel numbers 10 and above, enter the next
digit quickly.
• In Text mode: Enters the three digit page number to select the page.
qa / – Text
In Text mode: Displays Text broadcast.
Each time you press /, the display changes cyclically as follows:
Text t Text over the TV picture (mix mode) t No Text (exit the Text service)
qs 2 +/– – Volume
Adjusts volume.
qd % – Mute
Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore the sound.
qf "/1 – TV standby
Press to turn the TV on or to switch to standby mode.
qg / – Info / Text reveal
• Displays information. Press once to display information about the
programme/input you are viewing. Press again to remove the display
from the screen.
• In Text mode: Reveals hidden information (e.g. answers to a quiz).
qh F/f/G/g/ – Item select / Enter
• Selects or adjusts items.
• Confirms selected items.
• When playing a photo file: Press G to select the previous file. Press 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.
• In digital mode: Press to add channel to the empty Favourite list or
display Favourite list.
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qj OPTIONS
Press to display a list that contains shortcuts to some setting menus.
The listed options vary depending on the current input and content.
qk AUDIO – Dual Sound (page 26)
ql SCENE – Scene Select mode
Press to display the “Scene Select” menu. When you select the desired
scene option, the optimum sound and picture quality for selected scene
are automatically set. The options you can select may vary. Unavailable
options are greyed out.
“Auto”: Delivers optimum picture and sound quality which is
automatically set according to input source. There may not be any effect
depending on the connected equipments.
“General”: Current user settings.
“Photo”: Delivers picture that reproduces the texture and colour of a
printed photo.
“Music”: Delivers dynamic and clear sound effects like at a concert.
“Cinema”: Delivers theatre-like picture and dynamic sound.
“Game”: Delivers the best picture and sound quality for fullest game
playing enjoyment.
“Graphics”: Delivers clearer detailed pictures to reduce fatigue for
prolonged viewing.
“Sports”: Delivers realistic picture with surround sound like in a stadium.
w; – Subtitle setting
Press to change the subtitle language (page 30) (in digital mode only).
wa PROG/CH +/–/ /
• Selects the next (+) or previous (–) channel.
• In Text mode: Selects the next ( ) or previous ( ) page.
ws – Previous channel
Returns to the previous channel or input watched (for more than 15
seconds).
x To change the Wide Mode
For TV, Video, Component or HDMI (except
PC input)
Wide Zoom* Enlarges the centre portion of the
picture. The left and right edges
of the picture are stretched to fill
the 16:9 screen.
Normal Displays the 4:3 picture in its
original size. Side bars are shown
to fill the 16:9 screen.
Full Stretches the 4:3 picture
horizontally to fill the 16:9 screen.
PC or HDMI PC Input (PC timing)
Normal Displays the picture in its original
pixel size. Bars are shown at the
top, bottom, and both sides for
small picture.
Full 1 Stretches the original picture to fill
the screen vertically, keeping its
original horizontal-to-vertical
aspect ratio.
Full 2 Stretches the Full 1 picture
horizontally to fill the 16:9 screen.
Zoom* Displays cinemascopic (letter box
format) broadcasts in the correct
proportions.
14:9* Displays 14:9 broadcasts in the
correct proportions. As a result,
black border areas are visible on
the screen.
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be
cut off.
• You cannot select “Normal” or “14:9” for HD
signal source pictures.
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• Some options may not be available depending
on the PC input signal.
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