Thank you for choosing this Sony
product. Before operating the TV,
please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for future reference.
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• The “x” that appears in the model
name corresponds to a numeric digit,
related to design, colour or TV system.
• Instructions about “Installing Wall
Mount Bracket” are included within
this TV’s instructions manual.
• The illustrations used in this manual
are of the KDL-40HX850 series unless
otherwise state.
• The illustrations of the remote used in
this manual are of the RM-GD022
unless otherwise stated.
• Before operating the TV, please read
page 31 (Safety Information). Retain
this manual for future reference.
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.
DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA
CERTIFIED® are trademarks, service
marks, or certification marks of the
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.
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trademark of Sony Ericsson Mobile
Communications AB.
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Wi-Fi Direct is a mark of the Wi-Fi
Alliance.
“Blu-ray Disc”, “Blu-ray” and “Blu-ray
Disc” logo are trademarks of Blu-ray
Disc Association.
“Sony Entertainment Network logo” and
“Sony Entertainment Network” are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
KDL-55/46/40HX85x only
DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated
logos are trademarks of Rovi
Corporation or its subsidiaries and are
used under license.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital
video format created by DivX, LLC, a
subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is
an official DivX Certified® device that
plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for
more information and software tools to
convert your files into DivX videos.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This
DivX Certified® device must be
registered in order to play purchased
DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies.
To obtain your registration code, locate
the DivX VOD section in your device
setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for
more information on how to complete
your registration.
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Notes for Australia and
New Zealand model
This product is ENERGY RATING
qualified in the “Home” mode. ENERGY
RATING is a program 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 set-up procedure in
“Factory Settings” under the “Set-up”
menu.
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.
Notice for customers in
the South Africa
The Euro/South Africa converter plug
should be fitted as follows.
1 Insert the power
supply or CEE7
plug in to the
converter plug.
2 Use an appropriate
screwdriver to
attach the screw
tightly without
damaging the screw
head.
3 TEST: Grip the
converter plug, and
pull the VDE cord
set/transformer to
ensure it is fully secure, if not then
increase the torque setting and
further tighten.
Re-test.
The converter plug is now ready for
use.
Notice for customers in
Thailand
This telecommunication equipment
conforms to NTC technical requirement.
Notice for customers in
Singapore
Complies with IDA
Standards
DB00353
Notice for customers in
India
• If AC power plug is European type,
attach it with the supplied adapter
then connect it.
In case of unable to attach, it is India
type. Connect it directly.
• If AC power plug is India type,
connect it directly.
Notice for customers in
Jordan
All models covered by this Instruction
Manual contains wireless module
DWM-W046 with approval number
TRC/SS/2010/135.
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.
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About this manual
(Operating Instructions)
This manual explains how to set up your TV. For more
information on how to use BRAVIA TV, refer to the “Electronic
manual”.
Operating Instructions
Explains how to set up your TV such as connections,
initial set-up, and basic operations.
For more information, press the i-MANUAL button
Electronic manual
(i-Manual)
Explains how to use all the features. See page 21 on
how to use the i-Manual.
Images and illustrations used in this manual may differ from
the actual screen.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Checking the accessories.........................................................................6
Inserting batteries into the remote.............................................................6
1: Attaching the Table-Top Stand (except KDL-65HX95x) .......................7
2: Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV...................................................8
1 Remove the protection sheet.
2 Push and slide the cover to open.
*1Refer to the supplied Table-Top Stand leaflet to
assemble the Table-Top Stand.
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1: Attaching the
Table-Top
Detaching the Table-Top
Stand from the TV
Stand
(except
KDL-65HX95x)
Refer to the supplied Table-Top Stand leaflet for
proper attachment.
1 Place the TV set on the Table-Top Stand.
Guide
pins
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• Align the TV from the top, slide it in until the
guide pins cannot be seen.
2 Fix the TV to the Table-Top Stand using the
supplied screws. The arrow marks
indicate the location of the screw holes used
for securing the Table-Top Stand.
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• Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any
reason other than to install corresponding
accessories on the TV.
• When removing the Table-Top Stand from the
TV, lay the display face down on a stable work
surface that is larger than the TV.
• To prevent damaging the surface of the LCD
display, make sure to place a soft cloth on the
work surface.
KDL-65HX95x
To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV,
remove the screws at the head of the TableTop Stand. Slide upward to remove the head.
Then, remove the screws fixed on the TableTop Stand.
Head
Getting Started
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• If using an electric screwdriver, set the
torque at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}.
Soft cloth
Soft cloth
KDL-55HX955, KDL-55/46/40HX85x
To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV,
remove the screws fixed in step 2 (page 7).
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2: Adjusting the
viewing angle
3: Connections
of the TV
This TV can be adjusted within the angles as
illustrated.
x Angle adjustment (Swivel)
(except KDL-65HX95x)
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• When adjusting the angle, hold the stand with
one hand to avoid having the stand slip or TV tip
over.
*15°
*15°
x Angle adjustment (Tilt)
(except KDL-65HX95x)
*15°
*15°
*6°
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• Use an antenna cable connector no greater than
14 mm in thickness.
• Use an HDMI cable connector within 12 mm
(thickness) × 21 mm (width).
Connecting an antenna/
cable/VCR
x To connect an antenna/cable
* The angle is approximate value.
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• Ensure that there are no objects in front of the TV.
3D Sync Transmitter
IR Sensor
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Antenna cable
(not supplied)
x To connect a Set Top Box/recorder
(e.g. DVD recorder) with HDMI
x Connecting an antenna/cable and
VCR
Getting Started
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder)
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
AV cable
(not supplied)
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
VCR
(Continued)
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Connecting audio/video
devices
4: Preventing the
TV from
toppling over
KDL-65HX95x
KDL-55/46/40HX85x
AV cable
(not supplied)
Antenna 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 (not supplied) into
the screw hole of the TV.
For KDL-65HX95x
Use M6 screw
For KDL-55HX955, KDL-55/46/40HX85x
Use M4 screw
3 Tie the wood screw and the machine screw
with a strong cord (not supplied).
DVD Player
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KDL-55HX955
5: Bundling the
cables
Before bundling the cables, remove the cable
holder from the AC cover. Reuse the cable
holder to bundle the other cables.
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• Do not bundle the AC power cord together with
other cables.
KDL-65HX95x
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Getting Started
1 Remove the right side cover of the Table-
Top Stand.
2 Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, not
supplied) in the TV stand.
3 Install a machine screw (M4, not supplied)
into the screw hole of the TV.
4 Tie the wood screw and the machine screw
with a strong cord (not supplied).
5 Attach the right side cover of the Table-Top
Stand back to the original position.
The length of the M4/M6 machine screw
differs depending on the cord diameter.
Please see below illustration.