Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this manua l
thoro
ughly and retain it for future re ference.
• Images and illustrations used in the Setup Guide and this
manual are for reference only and may differ from the
actual product.
The 65” class has a 64.5 inch (163.9 cm) viewable image
size and the 55” class has a 54.6 inch (138.8 cm) viewable
image size (measured diagonally).
Help
Find more troublesh ooting and other useful information
directly from your TV. Press HELP on the remote control
to display a list of topics, or to search by keyword.
Help Guide (Manual)
For more detailed information, select [Help G uide] from
the Help menu on your TV. You can also check the Help
Guide from your PC or smartphone (information
provided on the back cover of this manual).
Location of the identification label
Labels for the TV Model No. and Power Supply rating are
located on the rear of the TV.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the side
and/or 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 AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other
outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted.
• Operate the TV only on 110 V - 240 V AC (U.S.A./Canada
120 V AC
)
This television includes a QAM demodulator which should
allow you to receive unscrambled digital cable television
programming via subscription service to a cable service
provider. Availability of digital cable television
programming in your area depends on the type of
programming and signal provided by your cable service
provider.
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Safety Information
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: XBR-65A8G/XBR-55A8G
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16535 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
FCC Related Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential in stallation. This equip ment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency e nergy a nd, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation . If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiv e
r.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different
from that to which the receiver is con nected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Pursuant to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that any
r modifications not expressly approved in this
changes o
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Safety and Regulatory
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licenceexempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this
intended to be operated indoors and away from
device is
windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its
transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
licensing.
5 GHz bands are restricted to indoor operations only.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure
imits se
t forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets
l
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and
RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment should be installed and operated keeping the
radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person’s body
(excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
g with any other antenna or transmitter except
operatin
Grant condition.
High-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e.
y users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-
priorit
5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference
and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
WARNING
Stability Hazard
The televis ion set may fall, causing serious personal injur y
or death.
Never place a television set in an unstable location. A
ion set may fall , causing serio us personal injury or
televis
death. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be
avoided by taking simple precautions such as:
• Using cabinets or stands recommended by the
manufactur
• Only using furniture that can safely suppo rt the television
• En suring the television set is n ot overhanging the edge of
• Not placing th e television set on tall furniture (for
• Not placing the television set on cloth or other materials
• Educating children about the dangers of climbing on
If your existing television set is being retained and
relocated, the same considerations as above should be
applied.
er of the television set.
set.
the suppo
rting furniture.
example, c
upboards or bookcases) without anchoring
both the furniture and the telev ision set to a suitable
support.
that may be lo
supporting furniture.
furniture to r
cated between the television set and
each the television set or its controls.
Compatible Wall-Mount Bracket
Information
Use the following Sony Wall-Mount Bracket with your TV
model.
Sony TV Model No.
XBR-65A8G/55A8G
Sony Wall-Mount
Bracket Model
No.
Use with other Wall-Mount Brackets* may cause instability
and coul
d result in property damage or injury.
* For instructions on using the Wall-Mount bracket with
please go to http://esupport.sony.com
your TV
TV model and download “Wall-Mount Bracket”.
SU-WL855
for your
To C ustome rs
Sufficient expertise is required for TV install ations. Be sure
to subcontract the installation to a Sony dealer or licensed
contractor and pay adequate attention to safety during the
installation.
Before 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. See
page 14 (Installing the TV to the Wall) if you want to mount
the TV to a wall. 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 (not supplied) and the supplied screws
to complete the task, refer to the Setup Guide.
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 r
equire two or more people.
• Correct hand placement while carrying the TV is very
important for safety and to av oid damage.
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• W hen handling or mounting
Angle brace
(not supplied)
Stand
Rope or chain
(not supplied)
Screw
(not supplied)
M6 machine screw
(not supplied)
Screw hole on the rear cover
1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}
the TV set, do not lay do wn
the TV.
• Ensure your TV has adequate ventilation, see page 18.
• 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.
Sudde n room temperature changes m ay cause moisture
condensation. This may cause the TV to show poor
picture and/or poor color. Shou ld this occur, allow
moisture to evaporate completely before powering the TV
on.
Securing the TV
Sony strongly recommends taking
measures to prevent the TV from
toppling over.
Unsecured TVs may topple and result in
property damage, serious bodily injury or
even death.
Preventing the TV from Toppling
• Secure the TV to a wall and/or Stand.
• Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV
sets.
• Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV.
• Never install the TV on:
slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces.
furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a
chest of drawers.
• Install the TV where it cannot be pulled, pushed, or
knocked over.
• Install the TV so that the TV’s Table-Top Stand does not
protrude out from the Stand (not supplied). If the TV’s
Table-Top Stand protrudes out from the Stand, it may
cause TV set to toppl e over, fall down, and cause personal
injury or damage to the TV.
Recommended Measures to Secure the
TV
Consider the following measures when securing your TV to
a Stand (not supplied).
1 Secure the Stand for the TV.
Make sure the Stand can adequately support the weight
of the TV. Use two angle braces (not supplied) to secure
the Stand. For each angle brace use the appropriate
hardwa re to:
• Attach one side of the angle brace to the wall stud.
• Attach the oth er side to the Stand.
2 Secure the TV to the Stand.
Use the optional hardware listed as follows (not
supplied):
• M6 machine screw (screwed into the TV’s rear cover).
• A screw or similar (attach it to the Stand).
• Rope or chain (strong enough to support the weight of
the TV). Make sure that there is no excess slack in the
rope or chain.
• Route all AC power cords and connecting cables so that
they are not accessible to curious children.
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Note
Note
8 mm - 12 mm
Screw (M6)
Rope or chain
TV’s rear cover
M6 eye bolts (not supplied)
Wall-mount holes
Rope or
chain
(not
supplied)
Wall-anchor
(not supplied)
8 mm - 12 mm
TV’s rear cover
M6 eye bolt
The length of the M6 machine screw differs depending
on the rope or chain diameter. Please refer to below
illustration.
3 Anchor the TV to the wall by usin g bolts, wall anchor and
chain (or rope).
Precautions
How to care for your BRAVIA TV
Safety is very important. Please read and follow the safety
documentation (Sa fety Booklet) separately provided.
Unplug the TV and other
connect
ed equipment from
the wall outlet before you
begin cleaning your TV.
• Wipe the screen gently with
a soft cloth.
• S
tubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly
with a solution of mild soap and warm water.
moistened
• If using a ch emically pretreated cloth, please follow the
instruct
ion provided on the package.
• Never spray water or detergent
ly o n the T V set. It may drip t o
dire ct
the bottom of the screen or
exterior parts and enter the TV set,
and may cause damage to the TV
set.
• Never use strong solvents such as
a thinner
, alcohol or benzine for cleaning.
• Do not plug in the TV into the wall outlet until the
from cleaning has evaporated.
moisture
The TV should also be p laced on a stable surface to prevent
it from
toppling over (see page 4). If you have young
children or pets at home, check regularly to ensure the TV is
securely fastened.
Please refer to below illustration for M6 eye bol t length.
• Your TV is shippe d with screws attached to the rear of th e
TV depending on the TV model. (They are fastened in the
screw holes for wall mounting.) Be sure to remove the
upper two screws prior to anchoring the TV to a wall.
• Securing the TV to the Stand without securing the TV and
the Stand t
o the wall provides minimum protection
against the TV toppling over. For further protection, be
sure to follow the three measures recommended.
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Note
Note
The BRAVIA® 4K TV Experience
Thank you for choosing Sony! Your new BRAVIA® TV opens the door to the “4K TV Experience”. This document will help you
get the most out of your TV. Please take a moment to register your TV at:
Now that you have ma de the best selection in O LED TV technology, be sure to remove all of the accessories from the
packaging before setting up your TV.
Source
2
To experience the stunning detail of your BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming.
• Upgrade your s ignal or content source to high-definition (4K) by contacting your HD service provider.
• Bring the astonishing resolution of your Sony 4K Ultra HD TV to life with Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Player. (The
availability depends on region)
• Receive over-the-air HD broadcasts with an HD-quality antenna connected directly to the bac k of your TV.
Visit http://www.antennaweb.org for more information on antenna selection and setup.
• Discover the wealth of entertainment now available on super-high resolution Blu-ray Disc™ player and ot her Sony HD
equipme nt.
Sound
3
Complete the high-definition experience with a BRAVIA Sync™ surround sound system or A/V receiver from Sony.
Setup
4
Install your TV and connec t your sources. See page 11 for sample connection diagrams . To help assure the highest qual ity
for your HD experience, use Premium High Speed HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cables.
This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 3,840 dots × 2,160 lines.
• For details of supported formats, refer to the “Specifications” in this manual.
• For supported PC formats, refer to the Help Guide.
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Protecting the TV Screen (OLED TV)
Precautions to Protect the Screen from
Damage
Image retention
OLED TV‘s are susceptible to ima ge retention (bur n-in) due
to the characteristics of t he materials used. Image retention
may occur if images are displayed in the same location on
the screen repeatedly or over extended periods of time.
This is not a malfunctio n of the TV. Avoid displ aying images
that may cause image retention.
The following are examples of images that
may cause image retention:
• Content with black bars either on the top and bottom
and/or the left and right sides of the screen. (for example,
Letterboxed, 4:3 screen, Standard definition)
• Static images suc h as photos.
• Video games that might have static content in some part
of the scr
een.
• On-screen menus, program guides, channel logos etc.
• Static content from applications.
• On-screen tickers, such as those used for news and
headline
s.
To reduce the risk of image retention:
• Sony recommends that you turn off the TV nor mally by
pressing the power button on the remote control or the
TV.
• Fill the screen by changing [Wide mode] to eliminate the
black bars. Select [Wide mode] other than [Normal].
• Turn off the OSD (On Screen Display) by pressing the
DISPLAY button, and turn off the menus from connected
equipment. For details, refer to the inst ruction manuals
for the connected equipment.
• Avoid displaying static images with bright colors
(includi
ng white), cl ocks or logos on any portion of the
screen.
• Set the picture settings based on the ambient conditions.
The Standard
when viewing content that o ften displays the station
logos, etc.
The TV has following features to help reduce/prevent
image retenti
Panel refresh
Panel refresh will automatically run to adjust the uniformity
of the TV screen after it has been in use for long periods of
time. Panel refresh can also be performed manually and
should only be us ed if image retention is very noticeable or
you see the following message: [Panel refresh did not
finish…]
Caution:
• The Panel refresh function may affect the panel. As a
referen ce, p erform the Panel refresh onl y once a year, do
not perform it more than once a year as it may affect the
usable life of t he panel.
• Panel refresh takes about one hour to complete.
• A white line may be displayed on the screen during the
Panel refres
• Panel refresh will only work when the room temperature
is between 50 ºF and 104 ºF (10 ºC and 40 ºC).
Pixel shift
Automatically moves the image on the screen to prevent
image retention.
Other feature
The screen brightness is automatically reduced when
displaying still images, clocks, bright colors or logos etc.
Picture is recommended for home use and
on.
h, this is not a malfunction of the TV.
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Parts and Controls
ȩ
Controls and Indicators
(Power) / + / –
When the TV is off,
Press to power on.
When the T
Press and hold to power o
Press repeatedly to change the
function, t
• Adjust the volume.
• Select the channel.
• Select the input source of TV.
Remote Control sensor* /
Light sensor* / Illumination LED
The illumination LED lights up or blinks
according to the status of the TV.
For more information, refer to the Help
Guide.
* Do not place anything near the sensor.
V is on,
ff.
hen press + or – button to:
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MIC
Ȫ
ȩ
ȫ
Ȭ
ȭ
Ȯ
(The Google Assistant) /
(Microphone)
Use the Google Assistant*
1*2
or
voice search*
2
. (e.g., Search
various content by voice.)
STB MENU
Display the connected Set Top
Box (cable/satellite box) menu
after connecting and setting up
the IR Blaster (page 12).
//// (Navigation
D-Pad)
On screen menu navigation
and selection.
TV
Switch to a TV channel or input
and display the TV Menu Bar.
*1 Only on limited region/country/language.
*2 The Google Assistant or voice search requires an
Internet connection.
Using Remote Control
Remote Control Parts Description
The remote control shape, location, availability and function of remote control buttons may
vary depending on your region/country/TV model.
INPUT
Display and select the input source.
(TV standby)
Turn on or turn off the TV (standby
mode).
SYNC MENU
Display the BRAVIA Sync Menu.
Number buttons
Use with the 0-9 buttons to select
digital channels.
Google Play
DISPLAY
Display information about the channel/
program/input you are viewing.
Access the “Google Play” online service.
NETFLIX (Only on limited region/
country/TV model)
Access the “NETFLIX” online service.
Color buttons
Execute corresponding function at that
time.
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ACTION MENU
Display a list of contextual functions.
GUIDE
Display the digital program guide, or
EPG of Set Top Box (cable/satellite box)
after setting [IR Blaster setup].
APPS
Access various services and
applications.
BACK
Return to the previous screen.
HOME
Display the TV Home Menu.
VOL +/– (Volume)
Adjust the volume.
JUMP
Jump back and forth between two
channels or inputs. The TV alternates
between the current channel or input
and the last channel or input that was
selected.
MUTING
Mute the sound. Press again to restore
the sound.
CH +/– (Channel)
Select the channel.
AUDIO
Select the sound of multilingual source
or dual sound for the program currently
being viewed (depend on program
source).
//////
Operate media contents on the TV and
connected BRAVIA Sync-compatible
device.
SUBTITLE/CC
Turn subtitles on or off (when the
feature is available).
HELP
Display the Help menu. Help Guide can
be accessed from here.
WIDE
Change the screen format.
PIC OFF
Turn the picture off, while sound
remains on.
Guidelines for IR Remote Control
• Point your remote control directly at
the IR sensor located on your TV.
• Make sure that no objects are blocking
he path betwee
t
and the IR sensor on your TV.
• Fluorescent lamps can interfere with
our remote
y
fluorescent lamps.
• If you are having problems with the
mote cont
re
batteries and make sure that they are
correctly inserted.
n the remote control
control; try turning off the
rol, reinsert or replace your
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Note
Note
<
<
HDMI
Device
VCR/Video game
equipment/DVD player/
Camcorder
Audio
System
with
Optical
Audio
Input
Home Controller
Cable/
Antenna
Router
IR Blaster
HDMI
Device
Digital still
camera/
Camcorder/
USB storage
media
Headphone/Audio
System/Subwoofer
Audio
System
with
ARC/
HDMI
Device
7 mm
Home
Controller
HDMI Device
Digital still camera/
Camcorder/USB
storage media
1.5 mm
Connection Diagram
For more information on connections, refer to the Help Guide by pressing HELP on the
remote control.
• When connecting the cable to the Cable/Antenna input, finger tighten only, over tightening the
connection can damage the TV.
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REMOTE RS-232C
3.5 mm
1234
1: L
2: Video
3: Ground
4: R
< 12 mm
< 21 mm
REMOTE IR IN
• These jacks are for receiving the
external control signal. Enables
extended control of the TV using RS232C via the RS-232C and IR IN jacks.
RS-232C: connect to the RS-232C
t
of the home controller.
erminal
IR IN: connect to the IR out terminal
of the ho
me controller.
• Take care to not connect to
headpho
es or an external audio
n
system.
/ VIDEO IN
• For a composite connection, use an
Analog Extension Cable (not
supplied).
•
AUDIO OUT /
• Supports 3-pole stereo mini jack only.
• To listen to the TV's sound through
the connec
ted equipment, press
HOME. Select [Settings] [Sound]
[Headphone/Audio out] and then
select the desired item.
IR BLASTER
• Use your Sony remote control to
control your Set Top Box (cable/
satellite box). Connect the IR Blaster
Cable (supplied) to the IR Blaster port
on your TV. Place one or both of the
other two ends as shown below.
USB 1/2, USB 3
• Connecting a large USB device may
interfere with other connected
devices beside it.
• When connecting a large USB device,
c
onnect to
the USB 1 port.
HDMI IN 1/2/3/4
• HDMI interface can transfer the digital
video and audio on a single cable.
•
• HDMI IN 2/3
To enjoy high quality 4K 60p
contents, c
onnect a Premium High
Speed HDMI cable to the HDMI IN 2/3
and set the [HDMI signal format] to
[Enhanced format].
For details of supported formats, refer
to
the “Speci
fications“ in this manual
(page 21-22).
• H
DMI IN 3 ARC (Audio Return
)
Channel
Connect your audio system to the
HDMI IN 3 to route TV audio to your
au
em. An audio system that
dio syst
supports HDMI ARC can send video to
the TV, and receive audio from the TV
via the same HDMI cable. If your
audio system does not support HDMI
ARC, an additional connection with
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is
necessary.
• To perform IR Blaster setup, press
HO
ME and se
[External inputs] [IR Blaster setup].
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lect [Settings]
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Note
Recommended sound bar:
HT-Z9F* (not supplied)
Using Sound Bar (not supplied)
Recommended (in front of the TV)
Place the sound bar (not supplied) in front of the TV's Table-Top Stand.
Alternate (on the Table-Top Stand)
If there is not enough space to place the sound bar in front of the TV, attach the rubber feet
(supplied with the TV) to the bottom of the sound bar (not supplied) and place the sound bar
on top of the Table-Top Stand.
* Only on limited region/country.
• Make sure that the sound bar height is not blocking the path between the remote control and the IR
sensor on your TV.
• By using rubber feet, the sound condition may vary depending on sound bar model.
• Do not cover the ventilation hole and the identification label with the rubber feet.
• Be sure to store the removed rubber feet in a safe place, keeping them away from children. (e.g., When
sending the so
und bar for repair)
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Installing the TV to the Wall
Note
Note
Wall-Mount Bracket
Screw (M6)
8 mm - 12 mm
TV’s rear cover
Using the optional Wall-Mount Bracket (SU-WL855 only)
To Customers:
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that installation of
your TV be perf
yourself.
To Sony Dealers and Contractors:
Provide full attention to safety during the installation, periodic maintenance and examination
of this pro
Wall-Mount Bracket Installation Information
This TV’s instruction manual only provides the steps to prepare the TV for Wall-Mount
installation before it is installed on the wall.
For instructions on Wall-Mount Bracket installation, see the Installation Information (WallMount B
address.
https://www.sony.com/am/support
Preparing for Wall-Mount Installation
You can use the Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL855 (not supplied) to install the TV to the wall.
Make sure to attach the Table-Top Stand before installing the TV to the wall by referring to the
Setup Gui
• Prepare the TV for the Wall-Mount Bracket before making cable connections.
• Follow the instruction guide provided with the Wall-Mount Bracket for your model.
S
ufficient e
the wall for withstanding the TV’s weight.
• Be sure to entrust the attachment of this product to the wall to Sony dealers or licensed
c
ontracto
for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation.
• The screws for Wall-Mount Bracket are not supplied.
• The length of the screw for Wall-Mount Bracket differs depending on the Wall-Mount
B
racket
ormed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors. Do not attempt to install it
duct.
racket) on the Sony Customer Support website for your TV model at the following
de.
xpertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of
rs and pay adequate attention to safety during the installation. Sony is not liable
thickness. Please refer to below illustration.
• Be sure to store the unused screws and Table-Top Stand in a safe place until you are ready
to attach the T
• Read the supplied Safety Booklet for additional safety information.
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able-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from small children.
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Remove the screws from the rear of the TV.
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Note
Note
Using the optional Wall-Mount Bracket (Except SU-WL855)
Wall-Mount Bracket
Screw (M6)
8 mm - 12 mm
TV’s rear cover
This TV’s instruction manual only provides the steps to prepare the TV for Wall-Mount
installation before it is installed on the wall.
Your TV can be mounted to a wall using a suitable Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied). If the
p Stand is attached to the TV, the TV may require detaching the Table-Top Stand; see
Table-To
page 17 (Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV).
Prepare the TV for the Wall-Mount Bracket before making cable connections.
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that installation of
y
our TV on the w
yourself.
• Follow the instruction guide provided with the Wall-Mount Bracket for your model.
S
ufficient
the wall for withstanding the TV’s weight.
• The screws for Wall-Mount Bracket are not supplied.
• The length of the screw for Wall-Mount Bracket differs depending on the Wall-Mount
B
t thickness. Please refer to below illustration.
racke
• Refer to the following table for wall-mount hole pattern.
Model Name
XBR-65A8G
XBR-55A8G
all be performed by qualified professionals. Do not attempt to install it
expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of
Wall-mount hole pattern
x
300 x 3
00 mm
• Be sure to store the unused screws and Table-Top Stand in a safe place until you are ready
t
o attach the
• Read the supplied Safety Booklet for additional safety information.
• For more detailed information, visit Sony Customer Support website.
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Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from small children.
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