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Live Colour

Makes colours more vivid.

White Balance

Adjusts the temperature of each colour.

Sound

Target Inputs

Allows you to select whether to use the common settings or to make custom 
settings for the input you are currently viewing.

Common

Applies common settings to all inputs in which “Target 
Inputs” is set to “Common.”

Name of current 
input (e.g. Video 
1)

Allows you to make custom settings for the input.

Sound Mode

Sets a sound mode. “Sound Mode” includes options best suited for video and 
photographs, respectively. The options that can be selected differ depending on the 
“Scene Select” settings.

Dynamic

Enhances the treble and bass sounds.

Standard

For standard sounds. Recommended for home entertainment.

Clear Voice

Makes voice sound clearer.

Reset

Resets all the “Sound” settings to the factory settings excluding “Target Inputs,” 
“Sound Mode” and “Dual Sound.”

Treble

Adjusts higher-pitched sounds.

Bass

Adjusts lower-pitched sounds.

Balance

Emphasises the left or right speaker.

Intelligent Volume

Keeps volume level constant across all programmes and adverts (e.g. adverts tend 
to be louder than programmes).

Volume Offset

Adjusts the volume level of the current input relative to other inputs, when “Target 
Inputs” is set to the current input name (e.g. Video 1).

Surround

Allows you to select the suitable surround effects depending on the genre of TV 
programme (movie, sport, music, etc.) or video game.
The options that can be selected differ depending on the “Scene Select” settings.

S-FORCE Front 
Surround

Delivers surround effects that help you enjoy the virtual 
multi-ch surround audio with just the two internal TV 
speakers.

Simulated Stereo

Adds a surround-like effect to mono programmes.

Cinema

Delivers surround effects just like the high-grade audio 
systems found in movie theatres.

Music

Delivers surround effects that make you feel like you are 
surrounded by sound as in a music hall.

Sports

Delivers surround effects that make you feel like you are 
watching a live sports contest.

Game

Delivers surround effects that enhance game sound.

Off

Converts and reproduces multi-ch audio to 2ch audio. In the 
case of other audio formats, the original audio is reproduced.

Voice Zoom

Adjusts the sound level of human voices. For example, if the voice of a news 
announcer is indistinct, you can turn up this setting to make the voice louder. 
Conversely, if you are watching a sports programme, you can turn down this 
setting to soften the voice of the commentator.

Sound Enhancer

Reproduces clear sound by complementing high-frequency bands.

Summary of Contents for bravia KDL-40WE5

Page 1: ... 2009 Sony Corporation 4 131 483 11 1 KDL 46W5500 46WE5 KDL 40W5500 40WE5 KDL 32W5500 Operating Instructions LCD Digital Colour TV ...

Page 2: ... features settings and functionalities of this TV e g TV Guide Picture Sound Eco Setting can slightly change the power consumption Depending upon such changed settings e g Shop mode the power consumption may vary which possibly could exceed the stated energy rating To reset the TV to ENERGY RATING qualified settings select Home mode from the initial set up procedure in Factory Settings under the S...

Page 3: ...ying back Photo Music Video via USB 24 Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI 26 Using Home Network Features Connecting to the Network 27 Enjoying Photo Music Video Files via the Network 27 Checking the Network Connection 28 Adjusting the Server Display Settings 29 Using Menu Functions Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 30 TV Settings Menu 31 Additional Information Installing the Accessories ...

Page 4: ...6 type 2 To insert batteries into the remote 1 Attaching the stand 1 Open the carton box and take out the stand and the screws 2 Place the TV set on the stand Take care not to interfere with cables 3 Fix the TV to the stand according to the arrow marks that guide the screw holes using the supplied screws If using an electric screwdriver set the tightening torque at approximately 1 5 N m 15 kgf cm ...

Page 5: ... wood screw 4 mm in diameter not supplied in the TV stand 2 Install a machine screw M4 20 not supplied into the screw hole of the TV 3 Tie the wood screw and the machine screw with a strong cord not supplied z An optional Sony support belt kit is used to secure the TV Contact your nearest Sony service centre to purchase a kit Have your TV model name ready for reference Aerial Antenna cable not sup...

Page 6: ... AC power plug and mains sockets AC power outlets differ depending on the region You can also tune channels manually page 40 KDL 46W5500 46WE5 40W5500 40WE5 4 Follow the instructions on the screen System Update Select Yes to enable the system update page 41 Programme Sorting If you want to change the order of analogue channels follow the steps in Programme Sorting page 38 Eco Preset When you selec...

Page 7: ...hown below Adjust the angle left and right swivel Detaching the Table Top Stand from the TV Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks of the TV Do not remove the Table Top Stand for any reason other than listed below To wall mount the TV To put the TV in the carton at time of purchase Top view Front ...

Page 8: ... Do not install the TV set as shown below AC power cord Handle the AC power cord and outlet as follows in order to avoid any risk of fire electrical shock or damage and or injuries Use only Sony supplied AC power cords not those of other brands Insert the plug fully into the AC power outlet Operate the TV set on a 220 240 V AC supply only When wiring cables be sure to unplug the AC power cord for ...

Page 9: ...na disappear as the temperature rises Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously It may disappear after a few moments The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use This is not a malfunction The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal Mercury is sometimes contained depending on the kind of fluorescent tubes Follow your local ordinances and regulation...

Page 10: ...ERGY SAVING SWITCH is off the TV cannot be turned on KDL 46WE5 40WE5 only To disconnect the TV turn off the TV then unplug the mains lead AC power cord from the mains AC power 3 ENERGY SAVING SWITCH for KDL 46WE5 40WE5 only Press to turn the TV on or off When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is switched off power consumption is reduced If the TV is in standby mode when ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is switched off swi...

Page 11: ... channel In Text mode Press to select the next or previous page 8 2 Volume Press to adjust the volume 9 Mute Press to mute the sound Press again to restore the sound z In standby mode if you want to turn on the TV without sound press this button 0 Input select Text hold In TV mode Press to display a list of inputs In Text mode Press to hold the current page qa OPTIONS Press to display a list that ...

Page 12: ...ne option then press Cinema Delivers picture scenes just like those in a theatre like atmosphere with dynamic sound Photo Delivers picture scenes that authentically reproduce the texture and colour of a printed photo Sports Delivers picture scenes that let you experience realistic picture and sound like those in a stadium Music Delivers sound effects that let you experience dynamic and clear sound...

Page 13: ...ou can set Theatre Mode to on or off When Theatre Mode is set to on the optimum sound quality if the TV is connected with an audio system using an HDMI cable and picture quality for film based contents are automatically set If you turn the TV off Theatre Mode is also turned off When you change the Scene Select setting Theatre Mode turns off automatically Control for HDMI BRAVIA Sync is only availa...

Page 14: ...e Do not put anything over the sensor The sensor may not work properly 3 Picture Off Timer Lights up in green when you select Picture Off page 31 Lights up in orange when you set the timer page 17 31 4 1 Standby Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode 5 Power Lights up in green when the TV is on 6 Presence sensor for KDL 46WE5 40WE5 only page 32 Do not put anything over the sensor doing so...

Page 15: ...ogramme Guide EPG see page 17 Australian model and Singaporean model only In digital mode an information banner appears briefly Each time you press the banner changes cyclically as follows Current programme information t Next programme information t No banner The following icons may be indicated on the banner Interactive service is available Digital Text New Zealand model only Radio service Scramb...

Page 16: ...ttom of the picture may be cut off You can adjust the vertical position of the picture Press F f to move the picture up or down e g to read subtitles When you select Wide Zoom some characters and or letters at the top and the bottom of the picture may not be visible In such a case adjust Vertical Size in the Screen menu page 35 z When Auto Wide page 35 is set to On the TV will automatically select...

Page 17: ... 2 Press F f to select a category then press Set a programme to be displayed automatically on the screen when it starts Reminder 1 Press F f G g to select a future programme you want to display then press 2 Press F f to select Reminder then press A c symbol appears next to the programme s information The indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange If you switch the TV to standby mode the T...

Page 18: ...ed operation as shown in the following table or displayed on the screen Analogue Favourite List To Do this Watch a channel Press Turn off the Favourite list Press Add a current channel to the Favourite list Press F f to select Add to Favourites then press Remove a channel from the Favourite list 1 Press F f to select Edit Favourites then press The Favourite Set up screen appears 2 Press F f to sel...

Page 19: ... the Favourite list to edit 3 Press F f G g to select the channel to add or remove then press Watch a channel 1 Press the yellow button to select a Favourite list 2 Press F f to select a channel then press Remove all channels from a Favourite list 1 Press the blue button 2 Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list to edit 3 Press the blue button 4 Press G g to select Yes then press To D...

Page 20: ...ipment to your TV Digital still camera Camcorder USB storage media Camcorder Headphones DVD player Blu ray disc player Audio system PC HDMI output PC Hi Fi audio equipment Home theatre system with digital input Video game equipment DVD player DVD player with component output VCR Broadband router Camcorder ...

Page 21: ...io system that is compatible with control for HDMI be sure to also connect it to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL socket jack 3 1 or 2 Component video cable audio cable When using the component video jack 1 as the video jack 3 select Video 3 in the Video 3 Component 1 Input menu page 37 You cannot use the component video jack 1 and the video jack 3 at the same time 2 9 1 1 or 2 and 1 or 2 S video cab...

Page 22: ...nnect with Description 6 PC IN PC cable with ferrites audio cable It is indispensable to use a PC cable with ferrite cores 7 LAN LAN cable You can enjoy the TV s network features page 27 0 i Headphones You can listen to TV sound through headphones ...

Page 23: ...tons or PROG For Twin Picture mode 1 Press except HDMI PC or PC input The picture from the connected equipment is displayed on the left and the TV programme is displayed on the right The picture framed in gray is audible 2 Press or repeatedly to return to single picture mode For PIP mode 1 Press again The mode changes from Twin Picture to PIP The picture from the connected PC or equipment is displ...

Page 24: ...following music file format MP3 files with the extension mp3 that have not been copyrighted USB playback is supported for the following video file format MPEG1 files with the extension mpg Photo Playback Auto Start works only for photo files in the newest digital still camera folder DCF compliant highest numbered DCIM folder Playback may not start automatically when some digital still cameras such...

Page 25: ...isplay position of the map on the TV screen press the blue button repeatedly Because the Internet online map service is provided by a third party service may be changed or terminated without prior notification to the user The position indicated on the map may differ depending on the digital still camera Only a large scale map that cannot be zoomed in or out is displayed if the TV is not connected ...

Page 26: ...V remote by pressing N x X m M to operate the connected equipment directly SYNC MENU to display the menu of the connected HDMI equipment on the screen After displaying the menu you can operate the menu screen by using F f G g colour buttons and RETURN OPTIONS to display Device Control then select options from Options and Content List to operate the equipment Refer to the instruction manual of the ...

Page 27: ...st press the yellow button while the list is displayed When the server cannot be found See Checking the Network Connection page 28 and Adjusting the Server Display Settings page 29 4 Press F f to select a file or folder then press When you select a folder select a file then press Playback starts z A map can be displayed with a photograph in the case of longitude and latitude information has been r...

Page 28: ...usic to be played during a slideshow using Photo While playing back music press OPTIONS then select Add to Slideshow or while displaying a photograph press OPTIONS then select Music Selection Checking the Network Connection Enter the respective alphanumeric values for your router The items that need to be set may differ depending on the Internet service provider or the router For details refer to ...

Page 29: ...rver you want to display on the Home Menu then press 7 Select Yes then press If you cannot connect to your home network The TV can check if the server is being correctly recognised 1 Press HOME 2 Press G g to select Settings 3 Press F f to select Network Settings then press 4 Select Server Diagnostics then press 5 Select Yes then press The server diagnostic starts When the server diagnostic is com...

Page 30: ...ttings You can make advanced settings and adjustments For details about settings see page 31 Photo You can enjoy photo files via USB devices or the network page 24 27 Music You can enjoy music files via USB devices or the network page 24 27 Video You can enjoy video files via USB devices or the network page 24 27 Digital You can select a digital channel Digital Favourite List page 18 or Digital El...

Page 31: ...e TV and turn it on again Sleep Timer is reset to Off On Timer Sets the TV to automatically turn on from standby mode Auto Clock Update Switches to digital mode and obtains the time Clock Set Allows you to adjust the clock manually When the TV is receiving digital channels you cannot adjust the clock manually because the clock automatically receives the time code from the broadcast signal Eco Rese...

Page 32: ...rget Inputs is set to Common Name of current input e g Video 1 Allows you to make custom settings for the input Picture Mode Sets a picture mode The options that can be selected differ depending on the Scene Select settings Vivid Enhances picture contrast and sharpness Standard For standard pictures Recommended for home entertainment Custom Allows you to store your preferred settings Cinema For vi...

Page 33: ...e Depending on the video you may not see the effect visually even if you have changed the setting Cinema Drive Provides improved picture movement when playing DVD or VCR images taken on film reducing picture blur and graininess Auto 1 Provides smoother picture movement than the original film based content Use this setting for standard use Auto 2 Provides the original film based content as is If th...

Page 34: ...nput relative to other inputs when Target Inputs is set to the current input name e g Video 1 Surround Allows you to select the suitable surround effects depending on the genre of TV programme movie sport music etc or video game The options that can be selected differ depending on the Scene Select settings S FORCE Front Surround Delivers surround effects that help you enjoy the virtual multi ch su...

Page 35: ...utomatically changes Wide Mode to match input signals If you want to use the setting that you specified in Wide Mode select Off 4 3 Default Sets the default Wide Mode for 4 3 broadcasts Wide Zoom Enlarges the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen keeping the original image as much as possible Normal Displays conventional 4 3 broadcasts in the correct proportion Off Uses the setting that you specifie...

Page 36: ...our system Auto PAL SECAM NTSC3 58 or NTSC4 43 according to the input signal from the input source Audio Settings Speaker TV Speaker Turns on and outputs the TV s sound from the TV speakers Audio System Turns off the TV speakers and outputs the TV s sound from external audio equipment connected to the audio output sockets jacks on the TV Audio Out Variable When using an external audio system volum...

Page 37: ...nd name Label Inputs Uses preset labels to assign a name to connected equipment Allows you to create your own label when you select Edit Edit Allows you to edit the name in the edit screen and choose the appropriate icon Video 1 Input Output Switches the video jack 1 and audio jack 1 between input and output modes When set to Output outputs whatever is being viewed on the screen except signals fro...

Page 38: ...Settings Resets all settings to factory settings except for the Programme Block setting Favourite setting and programme preset data After completing this process the initial set up screen is displayed Completing auto tuning in initial set up will reset the settings that are not reset by Factory Settings To retain the settings skip the Auto Tuning Analogue Set up Programme List Display Select Off t...

Page 39: ...Filter Skip LNA or Colour System You cannot select a programme number that is set to Skip page 39 Programme TV System Frequency Presets programme channels manually 1 Press F f to select Programme then press 2 Press F f to select the programme number you want to manually tune if tuning a VCR select programme 0 then press 3 Press F f to select TV System then press 4 Press F f to select the best rece...

Page 40: ...l information when such information is available Mixing Level Adjusts the TV main audio and Audio Description output levels Dynamic Range Compensates for differences in the audio level between different channels only for Dolby Digital audio The function may have no effect or the effect may vary depending on the programme regardless of the Dynamic Range setting MPEG Audio Level Adjusts the MPEG aud...

Page 41: ...e correct PIN code PIN Code Enter your PIN code to activate Parental Lock You can also change the PIN code z PIN code 9999 is always accepted Technical Set up Auto Service Update Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services as they become available System Update Enables the TV to automatically receive free software updates through your existing aerial antenna cable when issued We recomm...

Page 42: ...anually MAC Address Displays the MAC address which is a fixed globally unique identifier of the network device Server Display Settings Displays the connected server list and allows you to select the server you want to display on the Home Menu Server Diagnostics Diagnoses whether the TV can connect to each server on the home network Renderer Function Enables playback of photo music video files on t...

Page 43: ...t Bracket to properly carry out the installation Refer to Detaching the Table Top Stand from the TV page 7 Refer to TV installation dimensions table page 44 Refer to Screw and Hook locations diagram table page 45 Place the TV on the Table Top Stand when securing the Mounting Hook Sufficient expertise is required for installing these products especially to determine the strength of the wall for wit...

Page 44: ... dimensions Screen centre dimension Length for each mounting angle Angle 0 Angle 20 A B C D E F G H SU WL500 SU WL50B SU WL500 SU WL50B SU WL500 SU WL50B SU WL500 only KDL 46W5500 1 123 725 84 137 471 524 150 150 359 686 503 KDL 46WE5 1 123 725 84 137 471 524 167 168 376 686 509 KDL 40W5500 987 638 122 175 463 515 147 147 330 604 493 KDL 40WE5 987 638 122 175 463 515 164 165 347 604 499 KDL 32W550...

Page 45: ...e h c Screw location When installing the Mounting Hook on the TV Hook location When installing the TV onto the Base Bracket b a c Hook location a cannot be used for the models a b c c b a SU WL500 Screw location SU WL50B When installing the Mounting Hook on the TV b a c Hook location When installing the TV onto the Base Bracket Mounting Hook Base Bracket Hook location a cannot be used for the mode...

Page 46: ...ts 1080p 1080i 720p 576p 576i 480p 480i Y 1 Vp p 75 ohms 0 3V negative sync PB CB 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms PR CR 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms 3 Video input phono jack COMPONENT IN2 Supported formats 1080p 1080i 720p 576p 576i 480p 480i Y 1 Vp p 75 ohms 0 3V negative sync PB CB 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms PR CR 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms COMPONENT IN1 2 Audio input phono jacks HDMI IN1 2 3 4 Video 1080 24p 1080p 1080i 720p 576p 576i 480p ...

Page 47: ... 330 mm 1 123 mm 772 mm 330 mm without Table Top Stand 798 mm 537 mm 89 mm 987 mm 638 mm 93 mm 987 mm 638 mm 104 mm 1 123 mm 725 mm 96 mm 1 123 mm 725 mm 107 mm Mass Approx with Table Top Stand 14 2 kg 19 5 kg 20 1 kg 25 9 kg 26 5 kg without Table Top Stand 12 1 kg 16 8 kg 17 4 kg 22 6 kg 23 2 kg Supplied accessories See To check the accessories page 4 Optional accessories Wall Mount Bracket SU WL...

Page 48: ...tional equipment and the TV Ghosting occurs or double images appear Check the aerial antenna cable connection Check the aerial antenna location and direction Only snow and noise appear on the screen Check if the aerial antenna is broken or bent Check if the aerial antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life three to five years for normal use one to two years when used at the seaside The pi...

Page 49: ...but there is no sound Press 2 or Mute Check if the Speaker is set to TV Speaker page 36 When using HDMI input with Super Audio CD or DVD Audio DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL may not output audio signals Channels You cannot select your desired channel Switch between digital and analogue mode and select the desired digital analogue channel Some channels are blank The channel is for scrambled subscription...

Page 50: ...Check Connections Check that the LAN cable and or mains lead AC power cord of the server has not become disconnected Check Settings Check that the connected device is registered under Server Display Settings page 29 Check that the server is correctly configured Check that the selected device is connected to the network and can be accessed If the IP Address Settings in Network under Network Setting...

Page 51: ... If you have connected any audio system that is compatible with control for HDMI you cannot select Off in this menu If you want to change the audio output to the TV speaker select TV Speaker in the Speaker menu page 36 Not all channels are tuned for cable Check the support website for cable provide information http www sony asia com bravia flash html Condition Explanation Solution ...

Page 52: ... 39 Language 38 Light Sensor 14 32 Live Colour 34 LNA 40 41 Manual Programme Preset 39 Motionflow 33 MPEG Noise Reduction 33 Music 24 27 Music Selection 24 28 Network 42 connecting 27 Network connection 28 Network Settings 42 Noise Reduction 33 Normal 16 On Timer 31 Optical Out 36 Parental Lock 41 PC Power Management 32 Phase 36 Photo 24 27 GPS 25 Picture 32 Picture Frame 24 Picture Mode 32 Pictur...

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Page 56: ...31 483 11 1 Customer Support Instructions on Installing the Wall Mount Bracket are not supplied in the form of a separate leaflet with this TV These installation instructions are included within this TV s instructions manual ...

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