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3-212-686-11(1)
LCD Digital Color TV
Operating Instructions
KDL-40V3000
KDL-46V3000
© 2007 Sony Corporation
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However, there is no guarantee that CAUTION interference will not occur in a particular Owner’s Record Use the following Sony TVs only with the installation. If this equipment does cause The model and serial numbers are located following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or harmful interference to radio or television at the rear of the TV. Record these TV-stand. reception, which can be determined by turning numbers in the spaces provided below. the equipment off and on, the user is Refer to them whe
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Contents Important Safety Instructions ............................4 To Change Inputs or Channels in the Window .....................................................25 Welcome to the World of BRAVIA™ To Exit from P&P..........................................25 The Four Steps to Full HD Experience: Set, Using the Menus Sound, Source, and Setup............................8 Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio.......................8 Adjusting TV Settings.................................26 TV Home Me
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USE Important AC power cord Observe the followings to prevent the AC power cord from being damaged. If the AC power cord is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. Stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service center to Safety exchange it. s Do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. s Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cord excessively. The core lines may Instructions be bared and cut, causing a short-circuit, and resulting in a fire or an elec
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Small accessories MAGNETIC INFLUENCE Keep small accessories out of children’s reach. This TV contains a strong magnet in the speaker unit that generates a magnetic field. Keep any items susceptible to magnetic fields away from the speaker. ANTENNAS Outdoor antenna grounding SOUND If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An If a snapping or popping sound from the TV is outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead continuous or frequent whi
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VENTILATION Objects and ventilation holes Never push objects of any kind into the TV through the The slots and openings in the TV are provided for necessary ventilation. cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage To ensure reliable operation of the TV and to protect it from overheating, points or short out parts that could result in a fire or an these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. electric shock. Do not place any objects on the TV. Unless proper ventilation is
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s Do not install the TV in a location where it may protrude, such as on Broken pieces or behind a pillar, or where you might bump your head on it. Do not throw anything at the TV. Otherwise, it may result in injury. The screen glass may break by the impact and cause serious injury. Preventing the TV from toppling over If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch it until Take measures to prevent the TV from toppling over and causing injury. you have unplugged the AC power cord. To prevent t
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Welcome to the World of BRAVIA™ Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA™ high-definition television. The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the full detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming. Your BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD programming from: � Over-the-air broadcasting via HD-quality antenna � HD cable subscription � HD satellite subscription � Blu-ray Disc™ Player or other ex
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TV Home Menu: XMB (Xross Media Bar) ™ The XMB is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the TV screen. The ™ XMB is an easy way to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. Press the ™ HOME button on your remote control to access the XMB . ™ Product Support Clock/Timers Media Settings Category Bar Sound HOME Screen Video Options TV Category Object Bar From the horizontal Media Category Bar you can control: � Settings: timer, picture, sound, screen and other
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Getting Started 1. Installing the TV Preparation for Wall-Mounting This TV can be installed on a wall by using a Wall- Preventing the TV from Toppling Over Mount Bracket (sold separately). Before mounting the TV on a wall, the Table-Top Stand must be removed from the TV. Table-Top TV Stand stand Follow the simple steps below to remove the Table-Top Stand: 1 Disconnect all the cables from the TV. 2 Start removing the screws behind the TV (See illustration below). Do not remove any other scr
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Getting Started 2. Locating Inputs and Outputs Left Side 1 VIDEO L(MONO) 2 AUDIO R 2 VIDEO IN Item Description 1 Headphone jack Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied). ~ � While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. 2 VIDEO IN 2 Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other VIDEO/R-AUDIO- video equipment such as a VCR or video game equipment. L (MONO) ~ � If you have mo
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9 Rear 12 3 IN 12 L AUDIO AUDIO R 1132 Y 7 X 4 DMe /SERVICE S VIDEO PB DIGITAL OUT 8 VIDEO PR (OPTICAL) L (MONO) L L AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO R R R COMPONENT IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN (1080p/1080i/ (VAR/FIX) 720p/480p/480i) 56 q; qa VHF/UHF/CABLE Item Description 1 PC IN Connects to a personal computer’s video output connector using a HD15-HD15 cable (RGB/AUDIO) with ferrite core (analog RGB, not supplied). Can also be connected to other analog RGB equipment. See “PC Input Signal Reference Chart”
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Getting Started Item Description 2 HDMI IN 1 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital HDMI/ audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, R-AUDIO-L such as a set-top box, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, A/V receiver as well as PC. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. 3 HDMI IN 2 If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI HDMI IN 1 (with D
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3. Connecting the TV HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can also enjoy high-definition programming Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or System a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this You can enjoy high-definition and standard- equipment to your TV via the HDMI or definition digital programming (if available in component video (with audio) input on the back of your area) along with standa
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Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection CATV/Satellite antenna cable Rear of TV IN IN 12 1 DVI-to-HDMI HD cable box/ cable HD satellite box L L AUDIO A AU UDIO DIO R R AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) Audio cable ~ � If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 1. For details, see page 13. Shown with Component Connection CATV/Satellite ante
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PC Use the TV as a monitor for your PC. Shown below with the HD15 to HD15 connection. This TV can also be connected to a PC with DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV IN 12 L AUDIO HD15-HD15 AUDIO cable (analog R RGB) Audio cable Connect to an HDMI (stereo mini plugs) compatible PC with an HDMI cable. ~ � If the PC is connected to the TV and no signal has been � Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using the HD15- input from the PC for more than 30 seconds,
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Getting Started Other Equipment Digital Blu-ray Personal DVD satellite Digital Audio Personal Disc Player/ computer player receiver cable box system computer PS3 Rear of TV IN IN 12 13 VIDEO L AU AUD DI IO O L(MONO) AUDIO R AUDIO R 2 VIDEO IN 11 1132 Y Y x DMe /SERVICE S VIDEO S VIDEO P PB B VHF/UHF/CABLE DIGIT DIGITA AL L OUT OUT VIDEO VIDEO P PR R (OPTICAL) (OPTICAL) L L (MONO) (MONO) L L L L AU AUD DI IO O AU AUDIO DIO AU AUD DI IO O R R R R R R VHF/UHF/CABLE COMPONENT IN COMPONENT IN A AU
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Using HDMI Control for BRAVIA Bundling the Connecting Cables Theatre Sync™ You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. This TV is equipped with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. The HDMI Control function enables BRAVIA Theatre Sync to allow communication between Sony TV’s and Sony equipment. Only Sony equipment with HDMI Control capability is supported. To Connect HDMI Control Equipment Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo for connection. See page 17 or see the HDMI connection sh
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Getting Started 4. Setting Up the Channel List ~ � If you accidentally turn off the TV during the Initial – Initial Setup Setup process, the Initial Setup will restart from the beginning when the TV is turned back on. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn �The Auto Program may be canceled while the on the TV for the first time. channels are being scanned. Press RETURN first then press either B/b on the remote control, highlight “Yes” Initial Setup Step 1 of 5 to cancel or “No” to
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Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching Push and lift the cover to open. e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Remote Control and TV Controls Buttons located at the top of the TV will operate the same as these buttons on the remote control. 1 2 3 ~ �The 5 button and CH + have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when
