KDL-40XBR2 KDL-40XBR3

KDL-46XBR2 KDL-46XBR3

Quick Setup Guide

For further information, see the Operating Instructions supplied with the TV.

Please retain this guide for your future reference.

Please follow the steps to set up your TV:

1 Connecting Your TV

(See reverse side)

2 Running Initial Setup

3 Using the Remote Control

For Your Convenience

Please contact Sony directly if you have questions on the use of your television after reading your Quick Setup Guide and manual.

Contact Sony Customer Support at: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport

Or to speak with a support representative:

United States

1-800-222-SONY (7669)

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM (EST) Mon - Fri

Canada

1-877-899-SONY (7669)

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Eastern)

10:30 AM - 7:15 PM (EST) Sat - Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Western)

Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store

Sony Corporation © 2006 Printed in U.S.A.

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Considering the Signal Types

The signal types make a difference in the picture quality. To get the best picture quality, consider the signal types and the connection best suited for that signal type. The chart below shows the different signal types.

1

Connecting Your TV

Making Audio/Video Connections

Your new TV includes various types of audio/video inputs and jacks. Use the outputs/inputs that are available on your connecting equipment to provide the best audio/video performance.

Best Audio/Video

Performance

Video connector type Audio connector type

Best Signal

Performance

High Definition

Content

Digital Content

Comments

Best Picture Quality

16:9 Aspect Ratio

Good Picture Quality

Aspect Ratio based on Program

Original TV format

4:3 Aspect Ratio

Sources

Over-The-Air Antenna

Digital Cable Subscription

Digital Satellite Subscription

Over-The-Air Antenna

Digital Cable Subscription

Digital Satellite Subscription

Over-The-Air Antenna

Cable Subscription

HD

HDMI connection*

Digital audio optical HD

Analog audio

Analog Content

HD

Component connection

Even with High Definition or Digital Content Subscriptions, not all content may be available in those formats. Each individual program will list if it is available in HD format. Contact your local service provider for details on your service and available programming.

In order to receive High Definition, you should use HDMI or component YP B P R video connection to your video equipment or coaxial to your over-the-air broadcast antenna. Connection using the yellow composite or S VIDEO will not provide HD quality signal to your TV.

To learn more about HDTV, visit: http://www.sony.com/HDTV

S VIDEO connection

Composite video connection

* See the Operating Instructions for connection between HDMI to DVI.

Getting HD Programming

Contact your local cable or satellite TV provider for details on how to upgrade to High-Definition (HD) programming.

Additional equipment and subscription fees may apply.

•For information on availability of HD programming using an antenna (HDTV with integrated HD tuner required), visit www.antennaweb.org

•For an interactive guide on cable requirements and how to connect audio and video devices, visit www.ceaconnectionsguide.com

Review the following chart to determine which diagram to use to connect the components in your system:

Turn off and unplug all components before making connections.

VCR

DVD

Player

Cable Box

Satellite Receiver

Cable Box

Satellite Receiver

HD Cable Box

HD Sat Receiver

HD Cable Box

HD Sat Receiver

HD DVR

Cable Box

Satellite Receiver

PC

VCR

DVD

Player

AV Receiver

VCR

SAT

DVD

Player

DVD

Player

AV Receiver

Digital Recorder

VCR

Blu-ray Disc

Player

VCR

Sony

Dream System

PC

2

Running Initial Setup

Use the remote control when following the steps below.

1

Press to turn on the TV.

The Initial Setup screen appears.

2

Press V/v to highlight the on-screen display language.

Then press .

The message “Start auto program now?” appears.

3

Press V/v to highlight “Yes” then press .

Auto Program performed through Initial

Setup will automatically create a list of receivable channels from both VHF/UHF antenna and cable TV channels if both sources are connected.

To run Auto Program again at a later time

Refer to the “Initial Setup” and “Auto Program” sections of the Operating

Instructions.

3

Using the Remote Control

Programming the Remote Control

4

The remote control is preset to operate most

Sony brand video equipment. Follow the steps below to program your TV's remote control to operate non-Sony video equipment.

Find the three-digit code for your equipment from the “Manufacturer's Codes”.

Refer to the Operating Instructions for codes.

1

2

3

1

Press and hold the BD/DVD , DVR/VCR or SAT/CABLE FUNCTION button you want to program on the remote control and press the button simultaneously.

The selected FUNCTION button ( BD/DVD , DVR/VCR or SAT/CABLE ) will flash.

1

2

Enter the three-digit manufacturer’s code number using the 0-9 buttons while the FUNCTION button is lit. If the code is not entered within 10 seconds, you must start again from step 1.

3

Press the button while the FUNCTION button is lit.

When the programming is correct, the selected

FUNCTION button blinks twice, and when not, blinks five times.

4

Aim your TV’s remote control at the equipment, and press the green button. If you can turn the equipment on and off using the remote control, then the programming is complete. If not, try the next code listed.

For tips on programming the remote control, refer to the

“Programming the Remote Control” section of the

Operating Instructions.

Notes on Your New TV

Special Buttons to Remember

WIDE: Depending on the broadcast signal or the way the DVD disc is formatted, you may see bars on the screen or stretched images.

Press the WIDE button repeatedly to cycle through different screen modes and select the mode that best meets your TV viewing.

Picture Quality: The illustrations below highlight the differences between highdefinition and standard-definition signals.

TOOLS: This button provides an alternate way to access some of the features.

It also provides direct access to some of the “Settings” menu options.

The menus you can select may vary depending on the input signal.

Close

Picture Mode

Sound Mode

Wide Mode

Add to Favorites

Caption Vision (CC)

MENU:

This button allows you to easily navigate to the most convenient TV functions shown below: External Inputs, Favorites, last viewed TV channel (from Antenna or Cable), and Settings.

The Settings option enables you to make adjustments and customize settings for Picture, Sound, Screen, Channel, Parental Lock and more.

MENU

External Inputs

Favorites

Cable

Antenna

Settings

Select from connected equipment

Exit:

Shown above is a high-definition signal with wide mode (16:9 aspect ratio). A highdefinition signal fills the screen with a crisp, clear picture with no ghosting and less noise.

Shown below is a standard-definition signal with 4:3 aspect ratio. The picture is fine with the Normal mode, but not as good as the high-definition signal. When a standard-definition signal is viewed in the Zoom or Wide Zoom mode, you can enjoy an enlarged picture on your TV screen, but picture quality may vary.

This TV performs best with high-definition signals. Be sure to read the “Considering the

Signal Types” section on this page.

Screen Mode: Normal Screen Mode: Wide Zoom

A

Use this diagram if you have;

Cable Antenna

VCR

DVD

Player

If you are connecting to the TV’s VIDEO 1 input with equipment that has an S VIDEO output, use the S VIDEO connection instead of the video connection shown here.

PC

PC

Rear of TV

Cables Required

Splitter

Coaxial

Composite

Component

Audio

HD15-HD15

1

1

1

4

3

1

If your DVD player has an HDMI output, use that instead of the video and audio connections shown here.

Antenna Cable

Splitter

B

Use this diagram if you have; Cable or SAT

DVD

Player

PC AV Receiver Cable Box

VCR or

Satellite Receiver

If you are connecting to the TV’s VIDEO 1 input with equipment that has an S VIDEO output, use the S VIDEO connection instead of the video connection shown here.

Antenna

Cables Required

Splitter

Coaxial

Composite

Component

Audio

HD15-HD15

Digital Optical Audio 2

5

1

2

1

1

6

If you are not using a cable box or satellite receiver, connect your cable to the VCR’s RF IN jack.

Antenna Cable SAT

(dish)

If your DVD player or satellite receiver has an

HDMI output, use that instead of the video and audio connections shown here.

Splitter

Rear of TV

PC Cable Box or Satellite

Receiver

C

Use this diagram if you have;

Cable Box

VCR

Cable

DVD

Player

Satellite Receiver SAT

Antenna

Cables Required

Splitter

Coaxial

Composite

Component

Audio

HDMI*

3

1

1

6

4

1

* See the Operating Instructions for connection between HDMI to DVI.

If you are connecting to the TV’s VIDEO 1 input with equipment that has an S VIDEO output, use the S VIDEO connection instead of the video connection shown here.

If you are not using a cable box, connect your cable to the VCR’s RF IN jack.

Antenna Cable

If your DVD player has an HDMI output, use that instead of the video and audio connections shown here.

Splitter

Rear of TV

DVD Player

Cable Box

A/V

Receiver

DVD Player

VCR

VCR SAT

(dish)

Satellite Receiver

VCR

DVD

Player

D

Use this diagram if you have;

HD Cable Box or

HD Sat Receiver

DVD

Player

AV Receiver

Cable or SAT

Digital Recorder

Antenna

Cables Required

Splitter 1

Coaxial

Component

Audio

HDMI*

Digital Optical Audio 3

6

2

3

1

* See the Operating Instructions for connection between HDMI to DVI.

If your DVD player or digital recorder has an HDMI output, use that instead of the video and audio connections shown here.

Antenna Cable SAT

(dish)

E

For Best HD Picture Quality

Use this diagram if you have;

HD Cable Box or HD Sat Receiver or HD DVR

Cable or SAT

VCR

Antenna

Blu-ray Disc

Player

Cables Required

Splitter

Coaxial

Composite

Audio

HDMI*

If you are connecting to the TV’s VIDEO 1 input with equipment that has an S VIDEO output, use the S VIDEO connection instead of the video connection shown here.

* See the Operating Instructions for connection between HDMI to DVI.

For best results, check the cable box’s manual for proper setup of the HD output.

Antenna Cable SAT

(dish)

1

2

2

5

2

F

Use this diagram if you have;

Cable or SAT Antenna Cable Box or

Satellite Receiver VCR

Sony

Dream System

If you are not using a cable box or satellite receiver, connect the cable to the VCR’s RF IN jack.

Splitter

Rear of TV

HD Cable Box or

HD Satellite Receiver

Rear of TV

Splitter

HD Cable Box or

HD Satellite Receiver or HD DVR

Or

Rear of TV

Antenna Cable

Cables Required

Splitter 1

Coaxial

Composite

Component

Audio

Digital Optical Audio 1

6

3

1

2

Splitter

SAT

(dish)

Cable Box or

Satellite Receiver

DVD Player

A/V Receiver

Digital Recorder

Blu-ray Disc Player

VCR

Sony Dream System

VCR