Sony KDL-46R473A, KDL-40R474A, KDL-40R473A, KDL-40R471A, KDL-40R470A User Manual

LCD TV

Operating Instructions

4-458-514-11(1)

Start-up Guide

Watching TV

Using Optional Equipment

Using MENU Functions

Network Set-up

Additional Information

KDL-46R473A / 46R470A

KDL-40R474A / 40R473A / 40R471A / 40R470A KDL-32R424A / 32R423A / 32R421A / 32R420A

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced with the same rating of fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with or ) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

FUSE

FUSE

How to replace the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.

Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with the product.

How to re-tune programmes that you receive through your TV aerial:

1Press HOME on the remote.

2Press F/f to select “Settings”, then press .

3Press F/f to select “Channel Set-up”, then press .

4Press F/f to select “Digital Set-up”, then press .

5Press to select “Digital Tuning”.

6Press to select “Digital Auto Tuning”.

7Press G to select “OK”, then press .

8Press to select “Antenna”.

9Follow the on-screen instructions.

Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Sony product.

Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Notice for Digital TV function

•Any functions related to Digital TV

( ) will only work in countries or areas where DVB-T/DVB-T2* (MPEG-2 and H.264/MPEG-4 AVC) digital terrestrial signals are broadcast or where you have access to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG-2 and H.264/MPEG-4 AVC) cable service. Please confirm with your local dealer if you can receive a DVB-T/DVB-T2* signal where you live or ask your cable provider if their DVB-C cable service is suitable for integrated operation with this TV.

•Your cable provider may charge a fee for their services, or require you to agree to its terms and conditions of business.

•This TV set complies with DVB-T/ DVB-T2* and DVB-C specifications, but compatibility with future DVB-T/ DVB-T2* digital terrestrial and DVB- C digital cable broadcasts are not guaranteed.

•Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some countries/areas and DVB-C cable may not operate correctly with some providers.

This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance based on European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate service or guarantee documents.

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•The illustrations used in this manual are of the KDL40R474A unless otherwise state.

*DVB-T2 is not available for TV model series KDL-46R470A / 40R471A / 40R470A / 32R421A

/ 32R420A.

DVB-T2 is available for TV model series KDL-46R473A / 40R474A / 40R473A / 32R424A / 32R423A.

Trademark information

• is a registered trademark of the DVB Project.

•HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries.

•Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

•“BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•MHL, Mobile High-Definition Link and the MHL Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of MHL Licensing, LLC.

•Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. For U.S. and worldwide patent and trademark information, see www.dts.com/ patents/legacy.aspx.

© DTS Licensing Limited and DTS, Inc. 2012.

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Location of the identification label

Labels for Model No., Production Date (month/year) and Power Supply rating (in accordance with applicable safety regulation) are located on the rear of the TV or package.

It is recommended that you set “Auto Service Update” to “On”, so as to allow new digital services to be added automatically as they become available.

Select “Settings” t “Channel Set-up” t “Digital Set-up” t “Technical Setup” t “Auto Service Update”.

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•If set “Auto Service Update” to “Off”, new digital services will be notified by an on-screen message and the services will not be automatically added. The availability of this function depends on your region/ country. If unavailable, perform “Digital Auto Tuning” to add new services.

Download a more detailed operation manual from the Web!

• Select your country.

•You can download a more detailed operation manual from the Support page.

~The Web page may change without notice.

http://www.sony-europe.com/myproduct/

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Table of Contents
Start-up Guide
Safety Information...........................................................................................................	10
Precautions......................................................................................................................	11
Overview of the remote ..................................................................................................	13
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators ..................................................................	15
Watching TV
Watching TV ....................................................................................................................	16
Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) .......................................	18
Using the Digital Programme List ........................................................................	19
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting optional equipment ....................................................................................	20
Viewing pictures from connected equipment ..............................................................	21
Photo Frame ....................................................................................................................	22
Using MENU Functions
Navigating through TV Menu .........................................................................................	24
Network Set-up
Preparing a Network .......................................................................................................	25
Setting up the Internet Connection ...............................................................................	25
Additional Information
Installing the accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket) .........................................................	26
Specifications..................................................................................................................	27
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................	29

: for digital channels only

• Before operating the TV, please read “Safety Information” (page 10). Retain this manual for future reference.

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1:Checking the accessories

Table-Top Stand (1)

Fixing screws for Table-Top Stand (M5 × 16) (2)

2:Attaching the stand

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

Attachment parts for Wall-Mount Bracket (2) (KDL-46R473A/46R470A only)

Fixing screws for Attachment parts (M4 × 8) (2)

(KDL-46R473A/46R470A only)

Remote RM-ED054 (1)

Size AAA batteries (2)

x To insert batteries into the remote

Push to open

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Follow the assembling steps required to place on a TV stand.

1 Refer to the supplied Table-Top Stand instruction leaflet for proper attachment for some TV models.

2 Place the TV with its screen facing down on a level and stable surface covered with a thick and soft cloth.

3 Fix the TV to the Table-Top Stand using the supplied screws.

Thick and soft cloth

•	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	• Be careful not to hit the Table-Top Stand against
	batteries. Please consult your local authority.
		the edge of the surface when attaching it.

•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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• Hold the Table-Top Stand with one hand to avoid it dropping when attaching.

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• Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the screen.

• This TV is very heavy, so two or more people should place the TV onto thick and soft cloth.

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•If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening torque at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}.

•Be sure to securely tighten the three 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 Table-Top Stand.

•When detaching the Table-Top Stand, reverse the attaching procedure. Do not remove any screws other than those used when attaching the TableTop Stand. Do not power on the TV with its LCD panel facing down to avoid uneven picture uniformity.

3:Connecting an aerial/cable/ VCR/DVD recorder

Connecting an aerial/cable only

Terrestrial signal

or cable

Coaxial cable

Connecting an aerial/cable/VCR/DVD recorder with SCART

Coaxial cable

Terrestrial signal or cable

Scart lead

Coaxial cable

VCR/DVD recorder

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Connecting an aerial/cable/VCR/DVD recorder with HDMI

4:Preventing the TV from toppling over

Coaxial

cable

Terrestrial signal or cable

HDMI cable

Coaxial cable

VCR/DVD recorder

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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.

6-8 mm

	Screw M4
TV	Rope or chain

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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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5:Selecting the language, country/region and location

3,4,5,6

1 Connect the TV to your mains socket

(220-240V AC, 50Hz).

2 Press "/1 on the side of the TV.

When the TV is in standby mode (the "/1 (power/standby) indicator on the TV front panel is red), press "/1 on the remote to turn on the TV.

When you turn on the TV for the first time, the Language menu appears on the screen.

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•When you turn on the TV, the power indicator lights up in green.

3 Press F/f to select the language displayed on the menu screens, then press .

4 Follow the on-screen instructions to select the country/region in which you will operate the TV.

If the country/region which you want to use on the TV does not appear in the list, select “-” instead of a country/region.

5 Follow the on-screen instructions to set the PIN code.

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• Any PIN code can be used, except 0000.

6 Follow the on-screen instructions to select the location type in which you will operate the TV.

This option selects the initial picture mode appropriate for the typical lighting condition in these environments.

In Shop mode, some settings will be periodically reset for Shop usage.

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6:Auto-tuning the TV

1 Press F/f to select the broadcast type, then press .

Auto Tuning

Select the broadcast type to automatically search for services

Digital and Analogue

Digital

Analogue

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2 Press F/f to select “Antenna” or “Cable”, then press .

Select “Antenna” to receive terrestrial TV broadcasting by an external antenna. Select “Cable” if you are a Cable TV subscriber not using an external set-top box.

If you select “Cable”, the screen for selecting the scan type appears. See “To tune the TV for Cable connection” (page 9). The TV then starts searching for all available digital channels, followed by all available analogue channels. This may take some time, so do not press any buttons on the TV or remote while proceeding.

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•In some countries, you may select “Antenna” instead of “Cable” to receive Cable TV programmes.

If a message appears for you to confirm the aerial connection

No digital or analogue channels were found. Check all the aerial/cable connections and press to start autotuning again.

3 Programme Sorting: Changes the order in which the channels are stored on the TV.

1Press F/f to select the channel you

want to move to a new position, then press g.

2Press F/f to select the new position for your channel, then press .

If you do not change the order in which the channels are stored on the TV, press HOME to go to next step.

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•This step may not appear if only the digital channel is found.

4 Set the current day and time.

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•This step will appear only if clock has not been obtained from digital broadcasting.

The message “Set-up complete.” will appear on the screen. Press .

The TV has now tuned in all the available channels.

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•USB System Update

You can update the TV system using USB memory. Obtain information from the website below. http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/

x To tune the TV for Cable connection

1 Press and F/f to select “Quick Scan” or “Full Scan”, then press .

“Quick Scan” : channels are tuned according to the cable operator information within the broadcast signal. Recommended setting for “Frequency” and “Network ID” is “Auto”.

This option is recommended for fast tuning when supported by your cable operator. If the “Quick Scan” does not tune, please use the “Full Scan” method below.

“Full Scan” : All available channels are tuned and stored. This procedure may take some time.

This option is recommended when “Quick Scan” is not supported by your cable provider.

2 Press f to select “Start”.

The TV starts searching for channels. Do not press any buttons on the TV or remote.

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•Some cable providers do not support “Quick Scan”. If no channels are detected using “Quick Scan”, perform “Full Scan”.

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Safety

Information

–Do not install the TV set as shown below.

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 mains socket.

•Place the TV set on a stable, level surface.

•Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall installations.

•For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use Sony accessories.

•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 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.

32, 40 TV: 6.5mm ~ 10mm 46 TV: 8mm ~ 12mm

Screw

32, 40 TV: M4

46 TV: M6

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 in the illustration. Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen.

KDL-32R424A/32R423A/32R421A/ 32R420A

KDL-46R473A/46R470A/40R474A/	Wall	Wall
40R473A/40R471A/40R470A

• 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

10 cm

Leave

at least this space around

the set.

Installed with stand

30 cm

10 cm

10 cm

6 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.

Mains lead

Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:

–Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other suppliers.

–Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.

–Operate the TV set on a 220–240 V AC supply only.

–When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables.

–Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket before working on or moving the TV set.

–Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.

–Unplug the mains 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 mains lead on any other equipment.

•Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The core conductors may be exposed or broken.

•Do not modify the mains lead.

•Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.

•Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the mains lead.

•Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket.

•Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.

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.

•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.

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