Sony Kdl 32ex500 Operating Instructions

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Using the Menus
Using the Setup Settings
OptionDescription
USB Auto 
StartSelect On to start photo playback automatically when the TV is turned on and a digital still 
camera or other device containing photo files is connected to the USB port then turned on.
Closed 
Captions 
(CC)Allows you to select from several closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast 
with closed captioning).
CC Display On Closed Captions (CC) is turned on.
Off Closed Captions (CC) is turned off.
On when 
MutingClosed Captions (CC) is turned on when the TV is 
muted.
Analog CCAllows you to select basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options.
CC1, CC2, 
CC3, CC4
Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects 
of a program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.)
Text1, Text2, 
Text3, Text4Displays network/station information presented using 
either half or the whole screen (if available).
Digital CCWhen the digital closed caption service is available, select from the 
Service 1-6 or CC1-4.
Digital CC
OptionsAllows you to make additional settings for digital closed caption 
options. Select As Broadcast or Custom. The Custom option is 
available on the Digital CC setting.
CustomAllows you to customize the following settings:
Character 
SizeSmall, Standard, Large 
Character 
StyleStyle 1-7
Character 
ColorColor 1-8
Character 
OpacitySolid, Translucent
Edge TypeNone, Raised, Depressed, Outline, 
Left Shadow, Right Shadow
Edge ColorColor 1-8
Background 
ColorColor 1-8
Background 
OpacitySolid, Translucent
 You can turn on Closed Captions (CC) options (On, Off or On when Muting) by directly 
pressing the CC button on the remote control.
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OptionDescription
Sleep TimerSet the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120) that you would like the TV to 
remain on before shutting off automatically. 
LanguageSelect to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice: English, Español, 
Français.
Info 
BannerDisplays the information related to the input signal you are watching. 
Select Small to display minimal channel and program title or select Large to display 
detailed channel and program information along with the TV icon if you are viewing the 
TV. This information will appear if it is available from the broadcaster. 
Info Banner appears on the screen each time the channel and external inputs are changed 
or when DISPLAY on the remote control is pressed. 
Label Video
InputsAllows you to identify A/V equipment you connected to the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc. 
For example, if you have a DVD player connected to the COMPONENT IN jack, you can 
select the label DVD for the Component input. Then when you press INPUT to change 
inputs, the video label you assigned to that input appears on screen.
1Press V/v to highlight the video input (HDMI 1-4, Video 1-2, Component 1-2, PC) 
to which you want to assign a label. Then press   to select the input.
2Press V/v to highlight one of the displayed labels. Then press   to select the label.
Video/
Component 1 
Selection Select Auto to have the TV detect and switch between the Video 1 or Component 1 
when Video 1 or Component 1 is connected.
 You can assign following labels for each input:
–, Cable, Receiver, Satellite, VCR, DVD/BD, DVR, Audio System, Home Theater, 
Game, Camcorder, Digital Camera, PC, Edit, Skip (except PC IN)
–, Edit, Skip (for PC IN)
–” indicates that no labels are assigned.
 If you select Edit, you can edit video labels. Follow the same steps of Label Channels on page 
37.
 If you select Skip, your TV skips this input when you press the INPUT button.
 The Skip label is useful for inputs to which no equipment is connected.
 
						

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Using the Menus
OptionDescription
HDMI SettingsCommunicates with equipment compatible with the Control for HDMI function.
Control for HDMILinks the operations of the TV and the equipment.
For specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI, this 
setting is applied automatically to the connected equipment when set to 
On.
Device Auto 
Power OffSelect On to have your connected equipment with Control for HDMI 
function to power off automatically when the TV is turned off. 
Select Off to disable this function. This feature is available when 
Control for HDMI is On.
TV Auto Power 
OnSelect On to control your TV’s power on from your connected 
equipment with Control for HDMI function. Select Off to disable this 
function. This feature is available when Control for HDMI is On.
Device ListDisplays a list of equipment with Control for HDMI function 
connected to the TV.
Device Control 
KeysSelect button functions of the TVs remote control to operate the 
connected equipment.
NoneFor basic operations, such as navigation buttons (up, 
down, left or right, etc).
Tuning KeysFor basic operations and operation of channel-related 
buttons, such as CH +/– or 0-9, etc. Useful when you 
control a tuner or set-top box, etc; via the remote 
control.
Menu KeysFor basic operations and operation of the 
MENU/TOOLS buttons. Useful when you select menus 
of a BD player, etc; via the remote control.
Tuning and 
Menu KeysFor basic operations and operation of channel-related 
buttons and MENU/TOOLS buttons.
 Press TOOLS while the equipment supporting Control for HDMI is connected to display 
the Device Control options. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, 
Options and Content List of your connected equipment with your TV remote control.
 Some equipment with Control for HDMI does not support the Device Control feature.
HDMI Settings must be made on the connected equipment.
Picture 
Adjustments 
LockSelect Lock
 so no adjustment can be made to items grayed out. 
Select Unlock to allow adjustment to any of the Picture settings.
Product 
SupportContact SonySony contact information is available on this screen for your 
convenience. TV specific information such as Model Name, Serial 
Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings (if available from 
the TV) are displayed here.
Signal 
DiagnosticsPress to display the diagnostics information for the current signal.
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Initial SetupIf you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you want to scan all 
receivable channels, select Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on the screen. Some 
settings such as Picture, Sound, and Parental Lock will not be affected by this Initial 
Setup. If you wish to return your TV to factory settings, please see the Troubleshooting 
section on page 55.
OptionDescription
 Favorite channel list will be cleared each time you run the Initial Setup.
 
						

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Using the Menus
Using the Eco Settings
OptionDescription
Power SavingSelect from Off, Low, High, Picture Off to adjust your TV’s power consumption. By 
selecting the High option, you will reduce the power consumption more than the other 
available settings.
While Picture Off is set, pressing VO L + /
– or MUTING buttons will not disable this 
function. Press other buttons to disable it.
Idle TV 
Standby
Select to automatically power off the TV after 1h, 2h, or 4h when no buttons are pressed on the 
remote control or the TV. Select Off to disable this function.
Auto Shut OffSelect On to automatically power off the TV when no input signal is detected for a certain 
period of time. Select Off to disable this function.
 
						

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Other Information
PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 1/2/3/4
After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the chart below.
For KDL-32EX301/KDL-32FA600 models
For KDL-32EX500/KDL-32EX400 and other KDL-40, 46, 55 and 60 inch models
* The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input will be treated as a video timing and not PC timing. 
This affects Picture settings and Wide Mode settings. To view PC content set Scene Select to 
Graphics, Wide Mode to Full, and Display Area to Full Pixel.
ResolutionHorizontal 
frequency (kHz)Vertical 
frequency (Hz)StandardSignalsHorizontal 
(Pixel)×Vertical 
(Line)
VGA640×48031.560 VGA
SVGA
800×60037.960 VESA Guidelines
XGA
1,024×76848.460 VESA Guidelines
WXGA
1,280×76847.460 VESA
1,280×76847.860 VESA
1,360×76847.760 VESA
ResolutionHorizontal 
frequency (kHz)Vertical 
frequency (Hz)StandardSignalsHorizontal 
(Pixel)×Vertical 
(Line)
VGA640×48031.560 VGA
SVGA
800×60037.960 VESA Guidelines
XGA
1,024×76848.460 VESA Guidelines
WXGA
1,280×76847.460 VESA
1,280×76847.860 VESA
1,360×76847.760 VESA
SXGA
1,280×1,02464.060 VESA
HDTV*
1,920×1,08067.560 CEA-861*
 This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.
 This TV’s PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals.
 Your PC must support one of the above PC input signals to display on the television.
 In plug and play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically. (PC 
reboot may be necessary.)
 
						

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Other Information
Using a Wall-Mount Bracket
Your TV can be mounted on a wall using a Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied) out of the box as 
packaged. Some larger size TV may require removing the Table-Top Stand; refer to the 
instructions provided with the TV.
Prepare the TV for the Wall-Mount Bracket before making cable connections.
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-
Mount Bracket designed for your TV and the installation should be performed by a Sony 
dealer or licensed contractor.
 Follow the instruction guide provided with the Wall-Mount Bracket for your model. Sufficient 
expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for 
withstanding the TV’s weight.
 Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket when attaching the mounting 
hooks to the TV set. (Do not use the screws that are intended for the Table-Top Stand 
attachment.)
The supplied M6 screws are designed so that they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length when measured 
from the attaching surface of the mounting hook.
Use of screws other than those supplied with the bracket may result in internal damage to the TV 
set or cause it to fall, etc.
 Be sure to store the unused screws and Table-Top Stand in a safe place until you are ready to 
attach the Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from small children.
Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket
To Customers
Your TV can be wall-mounted using SU-WL500 Wall-Mount Bracket (sold separately).
Please provide this installation information as well as the instruction supplied with SU-WL500 
Wall-Mount Bracket to your installer. 
To Sony Dealers and Licensed Contractors
To avoid injury and property damage, read these instructions carefully. Periodic inspection and 
maintenance is highly recommended to ensure that TV is securely mounted.
8-12 mm
M6 Screw (supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket)
Mounting Hook
Rear of the TV set
 Read the supplied Safety Booklet for additional safety information.
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Step 1: Checking the parts required for the installation
Open the Wall-Mount Bracket package and check the contents for all required parts along with the 
Instructions.
Step 2: Deciding on the installation location
Decide where you want to install your TV. Refer to the TV installation dimensions table.
Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500.
Dimension Table
Figures in the above table may differ slightly depending on the installation.
Unit: mm 
(inches)TV 
DimensionsScreen 
center 
dimensionsLength for each mounting angleWeight
Angle (0°)Angle (20°)
TV ModelAB CDEFGHTV×4
KDL-32EX301
KDL-32EX400800
(31 1/2)497
(19 5/8)172
(6 7/8)426
(16 7/8)157
(6 1/4)303
(12)470
(18 5/8)461
(18 1/4)9.5 kg
(21.0 lb.)38.0 kg
(83.7 lb.)
KDL-32EX500800
(31 1/2)497
(19 5/8)172
(6 7/8)426
(16 7/8)156
(6 1/4)303
(12)470
(18 5/8)461
(18 1/4)9.9 kg
(21.9 lb.)39.6 kg
(87.3 lb.)
KDL-32FA600802
(31 5/8)533
(21)172
(6 7/8)462
(18 1/4)157
(6 1/4)303
(12)514
(20 1/4)495
(19 1/2)10.1 kg
(22.3 lb.)40.4 kg
(89.1 lb.)
KDL-40EX400
KDL-40EX401992
(39 1/8)598
(23 5/8)122
(4 7/8)425
(16 3/4)160
(6 3/8)341
(13 1/2)567
(22 3/8)463
(18 1/4)
13.9 kg
(30.7 lb.)55.6 kg
(122.5 lb.)
KDL-40EX500
KDL-40EX501992
(39 1/8)599
(23 5/8)122
(4 7/8)426
(16 7/8)159
(6 3/8)341
(13 1/2)567
(22 3/8)463
(18 1/4)
14.2 kg
(31.3 lb.)56.8 kg
(125.2 lb.)
KDL-46EX400
KDL-46EX4011,127
(44 3/8)674
(26 5/8)84
(3 3/8)424
(16 3/4)162
(6 1/2)369
(14 5/8)640
(25 1/4)464
(18 3/8)18.1 kg
(39.9 lb.)72.4 kg
(159.5 lb.)
KDL-46EX500
KDL-46EX5011,127
(44 3/8)676
(26 5/8)84
(3 3/8)426
(16 7/8)161
(6 3/8)369
(14 5/8)640
(25 1/4)463
(18 1/4)18.7 kg
(41.2 lb.)74.8 kg
(164.8 lb.)
KDL-55EX500
KDL-55EX5011,324
(52 1/4)795
(31 3/8)25
(1)428
(16 7/8)165
(6 1/2)413
(16 3/8)752
(29 5/8)466
(18 3/8)26.7 kg
(58.9 lb.)106.8 kg
(235.3 lb.)
KDL-60EX5001,455
(57 3/8)873
(34 3/8)-14
(-9/16)430
(17)181
(7 1/4)453
(17 7/8)822
(32 3/8)473
(18 5/8)36.5 kg
(80.4 lb.)146.0 kg
(321.6 lb.)
Screen center point
 
						

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Other Information
CAUTION
The wall that the TV will be installed on should be capable of supporting a weight of at least four 
times that of the TV. Refer to your TV’s operating instructions for its weight.
Step 3: Installing the Base Bracket on the wall
Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500.
Step 4: Preparing the TV for wall mount installation
Follow the steps below to prepare for installing the TV.
1Disconnect all the cables from the TV.
2Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the TV.
Determine the screw locations and secure the Mounting Hooks to the rear of the TV. Refer to 
the “Screw and Hook Locations Diagram/Table” shown below.
1Secure the Mounting Hooks to the rear of the TV using only the supplied screws 
(M6 × 16).
2Be sure to tighten the screws with equal torque strength.
Screw and Hook Locations Diagram/Table
TV ModelScrew locationHook location
KDL-32EX301/KDL-32EX400/
KDL-32EX500/KDL-32FA600e, g c
KDL-40EX400/KDL-40EX401/
KDL-40EX500/KDL-40EX501d, g b
KDL-46EX400/KDL-46EX401/
KDL-46EX500/KDL-46EX501d, g b
KDL-55EX500/KDL-55EX501/
KDL-60EX500d, g a
Mounting HookScrew 
(M6 × 
16) Square 
hole
Square 
holeAlign the tab 
on the rear of 
the Mounting 
Hook with the 
square hole 
on the rear of 
the TV as 
illustrated. Tab
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3Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook.
Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500.
4Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks   of the TV.
Do not remove any other screws from the TV.
Screw location
When installing the Mounting Hooks on the TV.
Hook location
When installing the TV onto Base Bracket.
Wall
TV