Sony KDL-40R450A User Manual

4-458-509-12(1)LCD TVOperating InstructionsIntroducing Your New BRAVIA®Getting StartedOperating the TVUsing FeaturesUsing the MenusOther InformationSo

10Locating Inputs and OutputsItem Description16HDMI IN 1 (ARC)HDMI IN 2/MHLHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-d

11Getting Started4 CABLE/ANTENNARF input that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna.5 VIDEO IN/ COMPONENT IN/R-AUDIO-L (MONO)This input port can b

12Connecting the TVCable System or VHF/UHF Antenna SystemYou can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in yo

13Getting StartedHD Cable Box/HD Satellite BoxYou can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a high-de

14MHL deviceThe MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) enables the TV to communicate with connected MHL-compatible device. When connecting MHL-compatible d

15Getting StartedConnecting Other Equipment• Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.Blu-ray Disc Player/

16When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed AreaMake sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Allow enough space around the TV as shown bel

17Getting StartedSecuring the TVSony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling over. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in

182 Secure the TV to the stand.Use the optional hardware listed below (not supplied):• M4 machine screw (screwed into the screw hole of the TV).• A sc

19Getting Started• Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name.For United States call: 1-800

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

20Running Initial SetupDuring initial setup, you will perform the following:• Set the language for the On Screen Display (OSD) text• Choose your viewi

21Getting Started• If you cancel the Auto Program, any channels you have selected are not registered. To rescan for available channels, run Auto Progr

22Operating the TVUsing the Remote ControlTo Insert Batteries into the Remote ControlInsert two size AAA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on t

23Operating the TVRemote Control Button Description• The 5, N and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when operating the TV.Butto

24Button Descriptionqs POWER Press to turn on and off the TV.qd WIDE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings. See page 30.q

25Operating the TVButton Descriptionw; Equipment ControlThese buttons are used to control the equipment connected to the TV by using the BRAVIA Sync C

26TV Controls and Indicators• For more information about setting up the external inputs labels, see page 49.• The 2 + button has a tactile dot. Use it

27Using FeaturesUsing FeaturesBRAVIA Sync ControlWith the BRAVIA Sync Control function, BRAVIA Sync helps to communicate with BRAVIA Sync-compatible e

28Using PIP FeaturePIP (picture in picture) displays a picture from a connected PC in full screen, and a TV program or other external input (see below

29Using FeaturesFavoritesYour favorite channels and external inputs can be accessed by pressing the HOME button once they are added to the list.1 Pres

3ContentsIntroducing Your New BRAVIA®Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® . . . . . . . .4Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA . . . . . . . . . . .

30Wide ModeThe Wide Mode feature allows you to select the screen display of your preference. Based on the original signal source, you may see black ba

31Using FeaturesWide Mode with PCWide Mode is also available for the PC settings. When a PC is connected to the TV and HDMI input is selected, you can

32Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USBYou can enjoy photo/music/video files stored in a Sony digital still camera or camcorder through a USB cable o

33Using Features• Use a USB storage device that is compliant with USB Mass Storage Class standards.• The file system on the USB device supports FAT16,

34x To select musicYou can select music from USB memory, using any of the following methods:x To select Display modeYou can change the photo frame dis

35Using the MenusUsing the MenusNavigating through TV MenusThe HOME button allows you to access a variety of TV settings and USB media files.1 Press

36The Settings icon contains all of the necessary configurations to customize your TV settings. The options you can select may vary. Unavailable optio

37Using the MenusUsing the Picture SettingsOption DescriptionPicture ModeCustomized picture viewingDisplays the options selected in the Scene Select s

38• Available Picture options, including options in Advanced Settings depend on Scene Select and Picture Mode.Advanced SettingsReset Resets the advanc

39Using the MenusUsing the Sound SettingsOption DescriptionSound ModeCustomized sound listeningSets a sound mode. Sound Mode includes options best sui

4Introducing Your New BRAVIA®Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® Thank you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the documentatio

40• MTS Audio is only available for analog programs.• Alternate Audio is only available if the program is broadcast with alternate audio streams.• You

41Using the MenusUsing the Screen Settings• Normal in the Wide Mode setting is not available when you are watching a 720p, 1080i or 1080p source.• If

42• For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 53.Option DescriptionVertical Center Allows you to move the position of the picture up and down.

43Using the MenusUsing the Channel Settings• You should run Auto Program after changing the Signal Type setting.• Running Auto Program will clear the

44Using the Parental Lock SettingsOption DescriptionPassword The Parental Lock settings allow you to set up the TV to block programs according to thei

45Using the Menus• You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. If you lose your password, see “Lost password” on pag

46Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating OptionsTo select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (page

47Using the MenusUsing the Setup SettingsOption DescriptionPhoto Frame SettingsDisplay Mode Allows you to select the display mode. Select from Image a

48• You can turn on Closed Captions (CC) options (On, Off or On when Muting) by pressing the CC button on the remote control.Closed Captions (CC)Allow

49Using the Menus• You can assign following labels for each input (except TV):–, Cable, Satellite, VCR, DVD/BD, Home Theater, Game, Camcorder, Digital

5Introducing Your New BRAVIA®The Four Steps to a Stunning HD ExperienceSet, Source, Sound, and SetupAlong with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD syste

50Option DescriptionBRAVIA Sync SettingsCommunicates with equipment compatible with the BRAVIA Sync Control function.BRAVIA Sync ControlLinks the oper

51Using the MenusProduct SupportContact Sony Sony contact information is available on this screen for your convenience. TV specific information such a

52Using the Eco SettingsOption DescriptionReset Resets the current Eco settings to the default values.Power Saving Select from Off, Low, High, Picture

53Other InformationOther InformationPC Input Signal Reference Chart for HDMI INAfter connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC ac

54Using a Wall-Mount BracketYour TV can be mounted on a wall using a Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied) out of the box as packaged. If the Table-Top St

55Other InformationFor KDL-46R453A/46R450A onlySecure the Attachment Parts to the rear of the TV using the supplied screws.Screw (+PSW 6 × 16) (not su

56TroubleshootingMany of the poor pictures and poor sound conditions are related to improper connection of the cables; refer to the Quick Setup Guide

57Other InformationTV is locked to one channel•Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the TV’s memory (see pages 20 a

58Blurry picture / Poor color • Transporting the TV from a cold to a warm location or a sudden change in room temperature may cause moisture condensat

59Other InformationPC connectionNo picture / No signal • Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV with the HDMI IN.• Ensure the output signal f

6➢ Scene Select: Allows you to easily adjust your TV to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on the scenes for the best quality result

60Black bands appear at the edges of the screen• Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16:9 (this is especially

61Other InformationPhoto images or folders take time to display• Depending on the image dimension, file size, and number of files in a folder, some ph

62Important NoticesFor Customers in CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Pour les clients résidant au CanadaCet appare

63Other InformationSpecificationsSystemTelevision system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSBQAM on cable: ANSI/SCT

64• Optional accessories availability depends on its stock.• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.* Dimensions and mass are

65Other InformationIndex"/1 LED 260-9 buttons 234:3 Default 41AAdd Digital Channels 43Advanced Settings 38Alternate Audio 39Analog Fine Tune 43Au

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7Getting StartedGetting StartedSetting Up Your TVSome TV models are packaged with a detached Table-Top Stand so you can mount your TV to a wall right

8Attaching the Table-Top Stand• Refer to the supplied Table-Top Stand instruction leaflet for proper attachment.• For best picture quality, do not exp

9Getting Started• Hold the Table-Top Stand with one hand to avoid it dropping when attaching.• This TV is very heavy, so two people should place the T