Sony KDL-46V2500 User Manual

© 2006 Sony Corporation2-697-121-11(1)LCD Digital Color TVOperating InstructionsKDL-40V2500KDL-46V2500

10Getting StartedWelcome to the World of ™Thank you for purchasing this Sony LCD Digital Color Television. This manual is for models KDL-40V2500 and

Getting Started11Getting StartedCable and VHF/UHF (or VHF only)If you want to watch both cable and antenna (over-the-air) programming, you will need t

Getting Started12Satellite Receiver and Cable/AntennaVCR, Cable and AntennaVHF/UHFVIDEOAUDIO(MONO)LRVIDEO INS VIDEO1YPBPRLRHD/DVD IN(1080i/720p/480p

Getting Started13Getting StartedWhen Connecting to Optional Equipment123VIDEO 2 INS VIDEOVIDEOL (MONO)RAUDIORGB867AUDIOPC ININLRVIDEOAUDIO(MONO)LRVIDE

Getting Started1456HDMI IN 6HDMI/R-AUDIO-LHDMI IN 7HDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video i

Getting Started15Getting StartedInstalling the TVPreventing the TV from Toppling OverAttaching the Support Belt1 Screw the support belt (supplied) to

Getting Started16Bundling the Connecting CablesYou can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below.Adjusting the Viewing Angle of the TVThis TV

Getting Started17Getting StartedWhen Installing on a WallThis TV can be installed on a wall by using a wall-mount bracket (sold separately). Be sure t

Getting Started18Setting Up the Channel List – Initial SetupAfter you finish connecting the TV, you can run the Initial Setup to create a list of avai

19Basic OperationsBasic OperationsRemote ControlButton Description1 TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video inputs.See page 32 on setting

2Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenev

Basic Operations20Program information in the guide is provided by the broadcasters. As a result, it may sometimes include only the channel number, wit

Basic Operations21Basic OperationsChanging the Wide Screen Mode qf WIDE Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Fu

Basic Operations22TV Controls 0PIC OFF/TIMER STANDBY POWERTV/VIDEOVOLUMEMENUCHANNELPOWER12 3 4 5Item Description1 MENU Press to display MENU with TV f

23Using the MenusUsing the MenusOverview of MENUSelect from connected equipmentMENUExternal InputsAnalog Favorites Digital FavoritesAnalogDigitalSetti

Using the Menus24MENU DescriptionExternal InputsThe External Inputs feature lets you select the external inputsconnected to your TV. You can also assi

Using the Menus25Using the MenusSettingsThe Settings feature lets you enter the settings menu. Settings and adjustments can be performed from the Sett

Using the Menus26Using the Picture SettingsOption DescriptionTarget Inputs Determines whether to apply the Picture settings to the current input only,

Using the Menus27Using the MenusNoise Reduction Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment, and the VHF/UHF input. Select from Auto, High

Using the Menus28Using the Sound SettingsOption DescriptionTarget Inputs Determines whether to apply the Sound settings to the current input only, or

Using the Menus29Using the MenusUsing the Screen SettingsOption DescriptionTarget Inputs Determines whether to apply the Screen settings to the curren

3WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.This symbol is intended to alert the user to th

Using the Menus30Display Area Full Pixel Select to display the picture for 1080i or 1080p sources in its original size when parts of the picture are c

Using the Menus31Using the MenusUsing the Setup SettingsOption DescriptionLanguage Select to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice

Using the Menus32Parental Lock The Parental Lock settings allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels.

Using the Menus33Using the MenusAuto YC When connecting both VIDEO IN and S VIDEO IN, you can select the jack from which the TV receives the input sig

Using the Menus34US Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating OptionsTo select custom rating options for the U.S., select U.S.A. in the Select Cou

Using the Menus35Using the MenusCanadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating OptionsTo select custom rating options for Canada, select Canad

Using the Menus36Using the PC SettingsOption DescriptionWide Mode Normal Select to display in the original image size.Full1 Select to enlarge the pict

Using the Menus37Using the MenusUsing the Analog Setup SettingsOption DescriptionFavorite Channels Lets you set up a list of up to 16 of your favorite

Using the Menus38Using the Digital Setup SettingsOption DescriptionDigital Channels Favorite ChannelsLets you set up a list of up to 16 of your favori

Using the Menus39Using the MenusProgramming Caption VisionIf you selected the Program option under Caption Vision, you can change the following settin

4Trademark InformationTruSurround XT, SRS and ( ) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from

Using the Menus40Advanced Settings Allows you to make additional settings for digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. Select from As Broadcast, Smal

41Other InformationOther InformationTroubleshootingIf you have additional questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use

Other Information42No sound/Noisy soundGood picture, no sound.❑ Check the volume control.❑ Press MUTING or VOL + so that “Muting” disappears from the

Other Information43Other InformationPC Input Signal Reference ChartResolutionHorizontal frequency (kHz)Vertical frequency (Hz)StandardSignals Horizont

Other Information44Television system:Panel System:LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) PanelDisplay resolution (horizontal × vertical):1,920 dots × 1,080 line

45Index4:3 Default 29AA/V Sync 39AC IN 14Advanced Settings 27Alternate Audio 20Audio Out 34AUDIO OUT jack, described 14Auto Adjustment 36Auto Program

Printed in U.S.A.For Your ConveniencePlease contact Sony directly if you:z Have questions on the use of your television after reading your manualz

5USEFor the TV with a three-wire grounding type AC power cord plug (Class 1 unit)This TV must be connected to an AC power socket outlet with a protect

6VENTILATIONThe slots and openings in the TV are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the TV, and to protect it from ov

7INSTALLATIONWhen installing or removing, using the Wall-Mount Bracket, be sure to use qualified contractors. Wall mount installation requires the use

8SERVICINGDamage requiring service If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch the TV until you unplug the AC power cord.Otherwise electric shock ma

9ContentsGetting StartedWelcome to the World of ™ ..................10Connecting the TV ...