Sony KDL-40XBR7 User Manual

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4-111-727-12(1)
© 2008 Sony Corporation
Printed in U.S.A.
LCD Digital Color TV
Operating Instructions
KDL-40XBR7
KDL-70XBR7
KDL-46XBR8
KDL-55XBR8
For Your Convenience
Please contact Sony Customer Support directly if you:
Have questions on the use of your television after reading your Operating Instructions
manual and Quick Setup Guide
Experience difficulty operating your television
For United States
http://www.sony.com/tvsupport
or to speak with a support representative: 1-800-222-SONY (7669)
For Canada
http://www.sony.ca/support
or to speak with a support representative: 1-877-899-SONY (7669)
Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase.
Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store
On-line Registration Available:
Be sure to register your TV
United States Canada
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - LCD Digital Color TV

4-111-727-12(1)© 2008 Sony CorporationPrinted in U.S.A.LCD Digital Color TVOperating InstructionsKDL-40XBR7KDL-70XBR7KDL-46XBR8KDL-55XBR8For Your Conv

Page 2 - Serial No

102. Locating Inputs and Outputs~• This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines.• An HDMI or Component video (

Page 3 - Contents

11Getting Started* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.Item Descrip

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123. Connecting the TVYou can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in your area) along with standard-defini

Page 5 - (XrossMediaBar)

13Getting StartedShown with DVI Connection~• If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-

Page 6 - (For KDL-40XBR7/KDL-46XBR8)

14Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting a HD15-HD15 cable as shown below. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output.

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15Getting Started~• Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.Other EquipmentVIDEO INVIDEOL (MONO)AUDIORIN2

Page 8 - Securing the TV

164. Setting Up the Channel List – Initial SetupThe Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on the TV for the first time.1 Complete your cable conn

Page 9 - KDL-70XBR7

17Getting Starteds To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto Program at a Later TimeSelect the Initial Setup feature from the XMB™ or perform the steps descr

Page 10 - DC 5V / 0.7A MAX

18Operating the TVInserting Batteries into the Remote ControlInsert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagr

Page 11 - BPR) and audio (L/R) jacks

19Operating the TVRemote Control Button DescriptionButton Description1 DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with channel/program information you a

Page 12 - HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box

2CAUTIONTo prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the

Page 13 - (Continued)

207 FAVORITES Press once to display the Favorites menu. Press again to exit from the Favorites menu. See page 28 for detailed information.8 GUIDE Pres

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21Operating the TVql TV POWER Press to turn on and off the TV. w; POWER Press to turn on and off the external equipment selected by FUNCTION buttons.w

Page 15 - Other Equipment

22ws PICTUREPress repeatedly to cycle through the available picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Custom, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Origina

Page 16 - – Initial Setup

23Operating the TVwk JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that w

Page 17 - General Setup

24IndicatorsItem Description1 Speaker Outputs the audio signal.2 SONY Logo The Sony logo will illuminate when the TV is powered on. You can turn off t

Page 18 - INPUT VOL CH

25Operating the TVProgramming the Remote ControlThe remote control can be programmed to operate other equipment and is pre-programmed to operate the f

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26Manufacturer’s Code ListIf your equipment’s code is not listed, visit http://esupport.sony.com/remotecodes for a more comprehensive list.HD Blu-ray

Page 20 - Button Description

27Operating the TVUsing Other Equipment with Your Remote ControlRemote control tips are provided below for the equipment you have programmed on the DV

Page 21 - Changing the Wide Screen Mode

28Exploring Fun FeaturesFavoritesWith Favorites, you can manage your preferred TV channels, External Inputs, Photo content, Music content, and Backgro

Page 22 - Current

29Exploring Fun FeaturesBackground TVBackground TV displays images of current video on your TV that are similar to a screen saver.Background TV is ava

Page 23 - JUMP JUMP

Quick Setup Guide (separate volume)Provides a variety of optional equipment connection diagrams.Customer Supporthttp://www.sony.com/tvsupportOn-line R

Page 24 - Indicators

30PhotoThe Photo feature allows easy access to JPEG files from Sony USB connected equipment and DLNA Certified media servers.Under the Photo icon foun

Page 25 - Programming the Remote

31Exploring Fun FeaturesPressing OPTIONS while displaying the List View will display the following Options menu.Photo OptionsPlayback Method Sets the

Page 26 - Equipment Codes

32Pressing OPTIONS while displaying a photo will display the following Photo Options menu.MusicListen to music MP3 files directly from a Sony connecte

Page 27 - Operating the TV

33Exploring Fun FeaturesUse the remote control buttons described below to navigate through music tracks.Pressing OPTIONS while displaying the List Vie

Page 28 - Removing from Favorites

34How to Use TV Guide On ScreenUse the Guide to find the show that you want to watch. The Guide allows you to search for shows by program categories a

Page 29 - USB Equipment Functionality

35Exploring Fun FeaturesSearch program Press V/v/B/b to highlight SEARCH on Service Bar. You can search for programs using the following options: KEYW

Page 30 - Navigating through Photo

36Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMIThe BRAVIA Sync function on this TV communicates with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI fu

Page 31 - Photo Options

37Exploring Fun FeaturesUsing P&P and PIP FeaturesThis TV comes with the P&P and PIP features which allow you to view two pictures simultaneou

Page 32 - Accessing Music

38Using TV SettingsThe HOME button allows you to access the TV Home Menu on the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features.CEC CC FREEZE

Page 33 - Music Options

39Using TV SettingsNavigating through TV Home Menu on XMB™1 Press HOME to display the XMB™.2 Press B/b to select a Media Category icon.3 Press V/v to

Page 34 - How to Use TV Guide On Screen

4Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and SetupAlong with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD syst

Page 35 - To Do This … Do This…

40TV Settings DescriptionsProduct SupportContact Sony Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TV’s specific

Page 36

41Using TV SettingsPicture SettingsPicture Adjustments Picture Mode Vivid For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.Photo-Vivid* For enhancing contr

Page 37 - To Exit from P&P and PIP

42Progressive Recommended for still pictures.Off Turns off DRC Mode.~• DRC Mode is available only with 480i source.• DRC Mode is not available when Ga

Page 38 - Accessing External Inputs

43Using TV Settings~• Picture settings for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control, then selecting Picture Adjustmen

Page 39

44Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting.Photo Color Space Selects the option (sRGB, sYCC, Adobe RGB) to match the output color space

Page 40 - Clock/Timers Settings

45Using TV Settings~•Sound Adjustments can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control.MTS Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programsSte

Page 41 - Picture Settings

464:3 DefaultSelect the default screen mode to use for 4:3 sourcesWide Zoom Enlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, displaying as much of th

Page 42

47Using TV SettingsChannel SettingsSignal Type Cable For receiving cable channels via cable TV provider.Antenna For receiving signal via over-the-air

Page 43

48The Parental Lock feature allows you to block programs according to their content and rating levels and block channels (regardless of the programs).

Page 44 - Sound Settings

49Using TV SettingsRating Off Turns off Parental Lock. No programs are blocked from viewing based on their ratings.Child Ratings permitted are:United

Page 45 - Screen Settings

5TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar)The XMB™ is an easy way to access the TV settings for customizing, making adjustments, viewing the available TV cha

Page 46

50Custom Rating System ChartFor Country selection of U.S.A.:For Country selection of Canada:Movie Rating G All children and general audiencePG Parenta

Page 47 - Channel Settings

51Using TV SettingsHDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with Control for HDMI function.External In

Page 48 - Parental Lock Settings

52Network SettingsNetwork Setup Select to configure your TV’s accessibility to your network via an Ethernet cable and configure Network Setup or revie

Page 49

53Using TV SettingsIf you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you want to scan all receivable channels, select Initial Setu

Page 50 - Custom Rating System Chart

54Other InformationTroubleshootingIf you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV, please vis

Page 51 - HDMI Settings

55Other InformationNo color / Dark picture / Color is not correct / The picture is too bright• Press PICTURE to select the desired Picture Mode (see p

Page 52 - General Setup Settings

56PC InputNo picture / No signal • Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV with either the PC IN (with an HD15 cable) or with the HDMI IN.• En

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57Other InformationRemote control does not operate• To determine if the problem is with the remote control or not, press a button on the TV.• Check th

Page 54 - Other Information

58SpecificationsModel KDL-40XBR7KDL-70XBR7KDL-46XBR8 KDL-55XBR8SystemTelevision systemNTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC complia

Page 55 - BRAVIA Sync

59Other Information* While the TV is collecting TV Guide data and/or during software update the power consumption is less than 30 W.~• Optional access

Page 56 - PC Input

6Getting Started1. Installing the TVThis TV can be mounted on a wall using a Wall-Mount Bracket or placed on a TV stand (each sold separately). This s

Page 57 - Do not touch the speakers

60Index0-9 buttons 204:3 Default 46AAC IN 11Add Digital Channels 47Add for Slideshow 33Add to Favorites 31, 33Alternate Audio 45Analog CC 48Audio Out

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61TThumbnail View 31, 33Timer 40Troubleshooting 54–57TV Auto Power On 51TV Guide On Screen 34TV POWER button 21TV Rating 50UU.S.A. Rating 50Unrated 49

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7Getting Started3 Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of the Table-Top Stand and align the screw holes.~• Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the

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8~• Inadequate air circulation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause damage to your TV or cause a fire.Consider the following for best pictu

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9Getting StartedAnchor the TV to the WallUse the hardware listed below (not supplied):•Two M6 × 10-12 mm anchor bolts (screw into the top-most wall-mo

Related models: KDL-55XBR8 | KDL-46XBR8 | KDL-70XBR7 |

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