Sony KDL-40XBR9, KDL-46XBR9, KDL-52XBR9 Operating Instruction

LCD Digital
Color TV

Sony Customer Support

U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport
Canada: www.sony.ca/support

Operating Instructions

KDL-52XBR9
KDL-46XBR9
KDL-40XBR9

© 2009 Sony Corporation

United States

1.800.222.SONY

Please Do Not Return
the Product to the Store

Canada

1.877.899.SONY

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to
them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
TV.

Model Name

Serial No.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use
this polarized A C plug with an extension cord , receptacle or
other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted.

❑ Operate the TV only on 120-240 V AC.
❑ Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F

(5°C).

Licensing Information

Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

Fergason Patent Properties, LLC:
U.S. Patent No. 5,717,422
U.S. Patent No. 6,816,141

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

In the United States, TV Guide and other related marks are
trademarks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its
subsidiaries. In Canada, TV Guide is a registered mark of
Transcontinental Inc., and is used under license by Gemstar-TV
Guide International, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

The TV Guide On Screen system is manufactured under license
from Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

The TV Guide On Screen system is protected by one or more of the
following United States patents 6,498,895; 6,850,693; 6,396,546;
5,940,073; 6,239,794 to Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/
or its subsidiaries.

Gemstar-TV Guide Internationa l, Inc. and/or its related affiliates are
not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program
schedule information or other data in the TV Guide On Screen
system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area. In no
event shall Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its related
affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy
or availability of the program schedule information or other data in
the TV Guide On Screen system.

Blu-ray Disc is a trademark.

“BRAVIA” and , S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync,

x

and “x.v. Color” are trademarks or registered marks of

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Sony Corporation.

“XrossMediaBar” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “XMB” is a
trademark of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment
Inc.

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark and “PS3” is a trademark of
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

®

, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are

DLNA
trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital
Living Network Alliance.

®

Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR
in the “Home” mode.
It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and
Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a joint
program of these government agencies, designed
to promote energy efficient products and
practices.

Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV
(i.e. TV Guide, Picture/Sound, Light Sensor, Power Savings) can
increase or change the power consumption.

Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption
may exceed the limits required for the ENERGY STAR
qualification in the “Home” mode.

qualified

This manual is for the 40, 46 and 52 inch BRAVIA KDL-XBR9 series models with screen size measured diagonally.

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Contents

Introducing Your BRAVIA® TV

Experiencing Stunning HD with

Your BRAVIA TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience . . . . 4

TV Feature Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Getting Started

Setting Up Your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using a Wall-Mount Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Locating Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connecting the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Connecting Internet & DLNA Certified™

Networks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Connecting Other Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Bundling the Connecting Cables. . . . . . . . . .15

Installing the TV Against a Wall or

Enclosed Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Securing the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Running Initial Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Operating the TV

Using the Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Remote Control Button Description . . . . . . .20

TV Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Programming the Remote Control . . . . . . . .24

Manufacturer’s Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Using Other Equipment with Your

Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Remote Control Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Exploring the XMB™ and TV
Features

Category Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Accessing Photo, Music, and Video

Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

BRAVIA Internet Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Photo, Music, and Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

BRAVIA Internet Widgets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

TV Guide On Screen

Background TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Wide Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI . . . . . .43

®

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Other Information

How to Care for Your BRAVIA . . . . . . . . . . .44

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Welcome to the World of BRAVIA

Thank you for purchasing this Sony

BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the

®

HDTV

documentation listed below to get the most out of your TV.

Safety Booklet

Provides precautionary
measures to keep you and your
TV safe. Read this information
prior to setting up your TV.

Operating Instructions

Provides general TV operation
information.

Quick Setup Guide

Provides TV setup information,
illustrates sample optional
equipment connection diagrams,
and highlights TV features.

Reference Book

Offers the most complete TV
operation information available for
your TV and presents advanced
customization details. Access it at
www.sony.com/referencebook

The TV operation information above has been designed in an eco-friendly
manner to reduce the consumption of natural resources.

.

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Introducing Your BRAVIA® TV

Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA TV

To experience the stunning detail of your new
(HD) programming. Your

• Over-the-air broadcasting via HD-quality antenna

• HD cable subscription

• HD satellite subscription

• Blu-ray Disc™ player or other HD compatible external equipment

Contact your cable, satellite or HD service provider for information on upgrading to HD
programming.

BRAVIA

TV can receive and display HD programming from:

BRAVIA

TV, you need access to high-definition

The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience

Set, Source, Sound, and Setup

Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires a source of HD
programming, an HD sound system, and a proper connection setup. Refer to the Quick
Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting other optional equipment.

You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth
movement, and high-impact visuals from
1080 HD signals as shown here.

When you compare a high-definition signal to
a standard definition signal, you will notice a
big difference in picture quality. If black bars
appear as shown here, press WIDE on the
remote control to fill the screen.

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TV Feature Highlights

Yo u r BRAVIA TV is equipped with the latest in TV technology.

➢ Broadband Internet Connectivity: BRAVIA Internet

Video brings videos, movies and much more from the
Internet to your TV (page 32). BRAVIA Internet Widgets
allow you to access local weather, news, and much more.
Displayed here is Widgets (page 35).

Introducing Your BRAVIA

➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and

Video Category icons to access photo, music, and video

files from DLNA Certified

TM

networked equipment or Sony

USB equipment. Displayed here is Photo USB (page 33).

➢ Central Location for Your Favorite Items: The

Favorites feature centralizes your favorite BRAVIA
Internet Video and Widgets items, Photo, Music, Video
content, TV channels, External Inputs, and Background
TV themes for quick and easy access (page 37).

➢ Channel Programming Information: TV Guide On

Screen

➢ TV Home Menu: XMB

®

provides TV programming information (page 38).

TM (XrossMediaBar) TV menu

provides you access to TV settings, photo, music, video,
TV channel listings, and more (page 29).

®

TV

Photo

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JPG

Fri 5/25/2007 12:06 PM

DSC00140.JPG

DSC00141.JPG

Product Support

Preferences

Settings

Picture & Display

Sound

Channel & Inputs

Network

TV

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Getting Started

Setting Up Your TV

Some TV models are packaged with a detached Table-Top Stand so you can mount your TV to a
wall right away. If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, you will need to attach the Table-Top
Stand. You will need a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to complete the task. Look for
the attachment instructions taped to the TV unit.

Be sure to consider the following while setting up your TV:

• Disconnect all cables when carrying the TV.

• Carry the TV with the adequate number of people; larger size TVs require two or more people.

• Correct hand placement while carrying the TV is very important for safety and to avoid
damages.

• Ensure your TV has adequate ventilation, see page 15.

• For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight.

• Avoid installing the TV in a room with reflective wall and floor materials.

• Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area. Sudden room temperature changes may
cause moisture condensation. This may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor color.
Should this occur, allow moisture to evaporate completely before powering the TV on.

• Read the supplied Safety Booklet for additional safety information.

• When cable connection is completed, be sure to secure the TV to a stable surface or mount it to a
wall. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model and TV stand model name(s) are available
under the “Other Information” section of Operating Instructions. For details on securing the TV,
see page 16.

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Using a Wall-Mount Bracket

All models except the 52 inch (measured diagonally) model can be mounted to a wall using the
Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied) out of the box as packaged.

If you are mounting the 52 inch model to a wall, remove the Table-Top Stand. For removing the
Table-Top Stand, refer to the instructions attached to the TV.

Prepare the TV for the Wall-Mount Bracket before making cable connections.

Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your
TV (see page 45) and that wall-mounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer
or licensed contractor.

• Follow the instruction guide provided with the Wall-Mount Bracket for your model. You

may also need to refer to the online Reference Book for additional information for your TV
model. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the
strength of the wall for withstanding the TV’s weight.

• Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket when attaching the

mounting hooks to the TV set. (Do not use the screws that are intended for the Table-Top
Stand attachment.)
The supplied M6 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 with the bracket may result in internal damage to
the TV set or cause it to fall, etc.

Getting Started

8-12 mm

M6 screw (supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket)

Mounting Hook

Rear of the TV set

• Be sure to store the unused screws and Table-Top Stand in a safe place until you are ready

to attach the Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from small children. When you are
using the Table-Top Stand, be sure to read page 17.

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Locating Inputs and Outputs

LAN

5

2

(OPTICAL)

7

IN

1

L

AUDIO

R

6

Rear Panel

VIDEO IN

VIDEO

Y

P

B

P

R

L

AUDIO

R

1 2

COMPONENT IN

(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)

34

1

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

CABLE / ANTENNA

8

Side Panel

PC IN

RGB

AUDIO

2

IN

IN

3

IN

4

S

VIDEO

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

AUDIO

R

2

VIDEO IN

9

0

6

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• An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR ) connection is required to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
and 1080p video formats. The 1080/24p video format is available only with HDMI connection.
This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines.

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Item Description

1 LAN Connects to an existing network using an Ethernet cable. Be sure to complete

Network Setup (page 18).

x

2 DMe

3 VIDEO IN 1/

4 COMPONENT

/SERVICE This USB port is only for service unless you are connecting an optional BRAVIA

Link module (DMe

x

).

This input port can be used as composite video input (VIDEO 1) or as component

COMPONENT
IN 1 (1080p/
1080i/720p/
480p/480i)/
L-AUDIO-R

video input (COMPONENT 1). For composite use, connect the yellow jack to Y for
video and use audio (L/R) for audio signals. For component connection, use Y, P
PR for video signals and also connect the audio (L/R) for audio signals.
By default, this TV will automatically detect and switch between VIDEO 1 and
COMPONENT 1. To manually set the input type, press HOME, select Settings,
then Channels & Inputs, then select Video/Component 1 Selection.

Component video provides better picture quality than the S Video and composite

IN 2

video.
Audio connection is required for the COMPONENT IN ports, connect audio (L/R).

5 AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

6 HDMI IN 1/2/3/4

L-AUDIO-R

Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your analog audio equipment. You
can use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all­digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video
equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI supports
enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. Be sure to use only an HDMI
cable that bears the HDMI logo.
Use the HDMI IN 1 port when connecting DVI equipment with a DVI-to-HDMI
cable or adapter (not supplied). Equipment using a DVI connection also requires an
additional audio connection using an audio cable connected to AUDIO (L/R).

7 DIGITAL AUDIO

OUT (OPTICAL)

8 CABLE/

Connects to the optical audio input of digital audio equipment that is PCM/Dolby*
Digital compatible.

RF input that connects to your cable or over-the-air antenna.

ANTENNA

9 USB Connects to USB equipment to access photo, music, and video files.
0 PC IN

(RGB/AUDIO)

Connects to a personal computer’s video and audio output connector. Can also be
connected to other analog RGB equipment.
For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use an adapter (not
supplied). If an adapter is used, connect the adapter to the computer before
connecting the HD15-HD15 cable.
You may need to adjust the TV settings or your PC’s resolution and timing (see
page 12).

qa VIDEO IN 2

S VIDEO/VIDEO
L (MONO)­AUD IO- R

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.

Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of video equipment. If both composite video
and S VIDEO are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority.
If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output port to the TV’s L (MONO)
audio input port.

Getting Started

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9

Connecting the TV

Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System

You can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in your
area) along with standard-definition analog programming.
This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable (QAM and
8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).

Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)

75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV

CABLE/ANTENNA

• It is strongly recommended that you connect the CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm
coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can easily be affected
by radio frequency interference, resulting in signal degradation.

Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System

Use an optional A-B RF switch (not
supplied) to switch between the cable
and over-the-air antenna programming,
as shown here.
Set the Cable/Antenna setting found
under the Settings on the XMB

to Cable or Antenna for the type of input signal you choose.

™

Cable

Antenna

A-B RF Switch

A

B

Rear of TV

CABLE/ANTENNA

HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box

You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition service or a high­definition 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 located on the back of your TV.

Shown with HDMI Connection

Rear of TV

CATV/Satellite antenna cable

HD cable box/
HD satellite box

HDMI cable

10

Shown with DVI Connection

Rear of TV

DVI-to-HDMI cable

CATV/
Satellite
antenna
cable

HD cable box/
HD satellite box

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

Audio cable

• If your equipment has a DVI output and not an HDMI output, connect the DVI output to the
HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) and connect the audio output to the AUDIO
IN (L/R) of HDMI IN 1.

Shown with Component Connection

Rear of TV

CATV/Satellite antenna cable

Getting Started

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

P

(red)

R

P

(blue)

B

Y (green)

HD cable box/
HD satellite box

Component video cable

Audio cable

(Continued)

11

Shown with PC connection

Side panel

Use the TV as a monitor for
your PC by connecting an

PC IN

RGB

HD15-HD15 cable
connection as shown to the
right.

This TV can also be
connected to a PC with a
DVI or HDMI output.
(Refer to the supplied Quick
Setup Guide.)

HD15-HD15 cable
(analog RGB)

Audio cable
(stereo mini plugs)

AUDIO

2

IN

IN

3

IN

4

VIDEO

VIDEO

(MONO)

AUDIO

S

L

R

2

VIDEO IN

PC Input Signal Reference Chart

After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from your PC according to the supported
resolutions and timings indicated below.

Supported resolutions
Signal Horizontal

(Pixel)

VGA 640

SVGA

XGA

WXGA

SXGA

HDTV*

800

1,024

1,280

1,280

1,360

1,280

1,920

× Vertical

(Line)

×

×

×

×

×

×

×

×

480 31.5 60 VGA

600 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines

768 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines

768 47.4 60 VESA

768 47.8 60 VESA

768 47.7 60 VESA

1,024 64.0 60 VESA

1,080 67.5 60 CEA-861*

Horizontal
frequency (kHz)

Vertical
frequency (Hz)

Standard

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• This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.

• This TV’s PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals.

• For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use the signals in the above chart. In plug and play, signals
with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be necessary.)

* The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input will be treated as a video timing and not PC timing. This

affects Picture settings and Wide Mode settings. To view PC content set Scene Select to Graphics,
Wide Mode to Full, and Display Area to Full Pixel.

• Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using an HD15-HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and
audio cable (see page 9).

• The TV enters the standby mode automatically when the PC is connected to the TV and no signal
has been output from the PC for more than 30 seconds, see the online Reference Book for details.

12

Connecting Internet & DLNA Certified™ Networks

R

N

R

R

Connect an Ethernet cable from your home network to the LAN input of your TV to enjoy
BRAVIA Internet features and/or connect to DLNA Certified™ media servers, see page 31 to
learn more about these features.

Sample Network Connection Diagram

Internet Features

• BRAVIA Internet Video

• BRAVIA Internet Widgets

DLNA Certified™ Media
Player Features

• Photo

•Music

•Video

Internet

Modem

Router

INTERNET

POWER

PORT 3

PORT 2

PORT 1

POWER

or

!

Getting Started

PORT 4

DLNA Certified™ Media Server

Wireless Bridge

VIDEO IN

VIDEO

Y

LAN

P

B

P

R

L

AUDIO

R

1 2

COMPONENT IN

(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

(OPTICAL)

AUDIO

IN

1

L

R

• For more information about compatible wireless bridges, visit https://internet.sony.tv

• Refer to your DLNA Certified equipment’s operating instructions for setup and connection

information.

13

Connecting Other Equipment

Blu-ray
Disc Player/
“PS3”

VIDEO IN

VIDEO

Y

P

B

P

R

L

AUDIO

R

1 2

COMPONENT IN

(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)

DVD
player

LAN

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

Digital
satellite
receiver

(OPTICAL)

AUDIO

L

R

IN

1

Digital
cable box

Audio
system

CABLE / ANTENNA

Personal
computer

PC IN

RGB

AUDIO

2

IN

IN

IN

3

IN

IN

4

S

VIDEO

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

AUDIO

R

2

VIDEO IN

USB

Digital
recorder

Analog audio
equipment

Digital audio
equipment

CABLE/ANTENNA

(A/V Receiver/Home Theater)

• Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.

14

VCR/
Game system/
Camcorder

Bundling the Connecting Cables

Use the attached cable clamper to bundle the connecting cables. The cable clamper is located on
the Table-Top Stand as illustrated. Refer to the online Reference Book when mounting the TV to a
wall.
Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables.

Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area

Make sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Allow enough space around the TV as shown
below. Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41 °F (5 °C).

Installed with stand

7

/

inches

11

8

4 inches
(10 cm)

Leave at least this much space around the set.

(30 cm)

4 inches
(10 cm)

3

inches

2

/

8

(6 cm)

Installed on the wall

11

4 inches
(10 cm)

4 inches (10 cm)

7

/

8

(30 cm)

inches

4 inches
(10 cm)

Leave at least
this much space
around the set.

Getting Started

Never install the TV set as follows:

Air circulation is blocked.

Wall

• Inadequate ventilation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause

a fire.

Air circulation is blocked.

Wall

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