Sony Kdl 40lx903 Operating Instructions

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Watching TV
Replacing the battery
If the LED indicates low battery power, replace the battery. Use a CR2032 battery.
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When opening or closing the battery cover, make sure the coin, etc., is properly inserted in the groove of the 
battery cover.
Precautions for use
 The 3D Glasses are operated by receiving infrared rays from the 3D Sync Transmitter.
Mis-operation may occur if:
–The 3D Glasses do not face the 3D Sync Transmitter
–If there are objects blocking the path between the 3D Glasses and the 3D Sync Transmitter
–If there are other infrared communication devices nearby
 Watch the TV using the 3D Glasses, facing squarely towards the TV.
 3D effect is inadequate and screen colour will be shifted with lying down position or leaning 
your head.
 To preserve our environment dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or 
regulations.
Safety precautions
 You should only use this product for watching 3D video images on a compatible Sony television.
 Do not drop or modify these 3D Glasses.
 If these glasses are broken, keep broken pieces away from your mouth or eyes.
 Keep children away when replacing the battery or opening the battery cover. If a child swallows 
the battery or battery cover, consult a doctor immediately.
 Do not dispose of the batteries used in 3D Glasses in a fire.
 When replacing the battery, insert it using the correct +/– orientation.
 Use only the specified battery for this product: Lithium/manganese Battery, CR2032.
 Not for use by children without proper adult supervision.
 Be careful not to pinch your fingers in hinges of the 3D Glasses when bending the temple frames.
Open the battery cover.
Push here 
and remove 
the battery at 
an angle.Battery 
(CR2032)
Coin, etc.
 ) mark.
 
						

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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing in red.
When the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing
The self-diagnosis function is activated. 
1Count how many times the 1 (standby) indicator flashes between each three second 
break.
For example, the indicator may flash three times, go off for three seconds, then flash again three 
times.
2Press 1 on the TV to turn it off, disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), and inform 
your dealer or Sony service centre of how the indicator flashes (number of flashes).
When the 1 (standby) indicator is not flashing
1Check the items in the tables below. (Also refer to “Troubleshooting” in the i-Manual.)
2If the problem persists, have your TV serviced by qualified service personnel.
ConditionExplanation/Solution
Picture
There is no picture (screen 
is dark) and no sound.Check the antenna (aerial)/cable connection.
Connect the TV to the AC power (mains), and press 1 on the TV.
If the 1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press TV "/1.
Tiny black points and/or 
bright points appear on the 
screen.The screen is composed of pixels. Tiny black points and/or bright 
points (pixels) on the screen do not indicate a malfunction.
General
The TV’s power cannot be 
turned on.Check if ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is on (z).
The TV turns off 
automatically (the TV 
enters standby mode).Check if the “Sleep Timer” is activated, or confirm the 
“Duration” setting of “On Timer”.
Check if the “Idle TV Standby” is activated.
Check if “Presence Sensor” in “Eco” is activated.
The remote does not 
function.Replace the batteries.
Your TV may be in SYNC mode.
Press SYNC MENU, select “TV Control” and then select “Home 
(Menu)” or “Options” to control the TV.
The “Parental Lock” 
password has been 
forgotten.Enter 9999 for the PIN code. (PIN code 9999 is always accepted.)
The TV surrounds become 
warm.When the TV is used for an extended period, the TV surrounds 
become warm.
You may feel hot when touching there by the hand.
 
						

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Additional Information
Specifications
System
Panel system
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel
TV systemAnalogue: Depending on your country/area selection: B/G/H, D/K, L, I
Digital: DVB-T2/DVB-T/DVB-C
Colour/video systemAnalogue: PAL, PAL60 (only video input), SECAM, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43 (only video input)
Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML/HL, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC MP/HP@L4
Channel coverageAnalogue: VHF: E2–E12/UHF: E21–E69/CATV: S1–S20/HYPER: S21–S41
D/K: R1–R12, R21–R69/L: F2–F10, B–Q, F21–F69/I: UHF B21–B69
Digital: VHF/UHF
Sound output10 W + 10 W
Input/Output jacks
Antenna (aerial) cable
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
/ AV121-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including audio/video input, RGB input and TV audio/video 
output.
COMPONENT INSupported formats: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
COMPONENT INAudio input (phono jacks)
HDMI IN1, 2, 3, 4Video: 1080/24p, 1080p, 1080i, 720/24p, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
Audio: Two channel linear PCM: 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits, Dolby Digital
Analogue audio input (minijack) (HDMI IN2 only)
PC Input
AV2Video input (phono jack)
 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 
(OPTICAL)Digital optical jack (Two channel linear PCM, Dolby Digital)
PC INPC Input (Mini D-sub 15-pin)
 PC audio input (minijack)
USB port
iHeadphones jack
CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot
LAN10BASE-T/100BASE-TX connector (Depending on the operating environment of the network, 
connection speed may differ. 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX communication rate and communication quality 
are not guaranteed for this TV.)
* For LAN connections, use a Category 7 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX cable (not supplied).
Model name KDL-60LX90340LX903
Power and others
Power requirements
220 V – 240 V AC, 50 Hz
Screen size (measured 
diagonally)Approx. 152.5 cm/60 inches Approx. 101.6 cm/40 inches
Display resolution1,920 dots (horizontal) × 1,080 lines (vertical)
Power 
consumptionin “Home”/
“Standard” 
mode156 W 100 W
in “Shop”/
“Vivid” mode228 W 145 W
Standby power 
consumption*10.2 W (25 W when “Quick Start” is set to “On”) 0.2 W (20 W when “Quick Start” is set to “On”)
Average annual energy 
consumption*2228 kWh 146 kWh
Dimensions (Approx.) (w × h × d) 
with Table-Top Stand
144.0 × 93.8 × 38.0 cm 99.4 × 68.6 × 29.0 cm
without Table-Top Stand144.0 × 90.6 × 6.4 cm 99.4 × 65.2 × 6.4 cm
Mass (Approx.)
with Table-Top Stand
49.8  kg 23.7 kg
without Table-Top Stand42.8 kg 20.3 kg
Supplied accessoriesSee “Checking the accessories” (page 3).
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*1Specified standby power is reached after the TV finishes necessary internal processes.
*24 hours a days and 365 days a year
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To save power consumption
–when you reduce backlight setting (the brightness of the screen), the power consumption reduce.
–the “Eco” settings (e.g. “Power Saving”, “Idle TV Standby”) help you to reduce the power consumption and 
thus save money by reducing electricity bills.
–when you switch off the TV using the ENERGY SAVING SWITCH (only certain models), power 
consumption will be almost zero.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Optional accessoriesWall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 (KDL-60LX903)
SU-WL700 (KDL-40LX903)
Wall-Hanging Bracket: SU-WH500
3D Glasses: TDG-BR100
TDG-BR50
3D Glasses TDG-BR100
Weight
77 g (including battery)
Battery TypeCR2032/3V
Battery LifeUp to 100 hours of battery life
The battery life will vary based on usage patterns, environmental condition (temperature) and the battery 
brand(s).
Dimensions (Approx.) 
(w × h × d)179 × 40 × 183 mm
Model name KDL-60LX90340LX903
 
						

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Additional Information
Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket)
To Customers:
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that installing of your TV be 
performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors. Do not attempt to install it yourself.
To Sony Dealers and Contractors:
Provide full attention to safety during the installation, periodic maintenance and examination of this 
product.
Your TV can be installed using the SU-WL500 (KDL-60LX903 only), or SU-WL700 (except KDL-
60LX903) Wall-Mount Bracket (sold separately).
 Refer to the Instructions supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket to properly carry out the 
installation.
 Refer to “Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV” (page 7).
SU-WL500 (KDL-60LX903 only)
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When installing the TV on a wall, remove the four screws from the rear of the TV. (They are fastened in the 
screw holes for wall mounting.) Be sure to store the removed screws in a safe place, keeping them away from 
children.
Attach the Mounting Hook using the supplied four spacers and four M6 × 20 screws.
Place the TV on the Table-Top Stand, when securing the Mounting Hook.
Remove the bottom cover and terminal cover first before detaching the Table-Top Stand. See step 4 (page 18) 
for details.
When attaching the Table-Top Stand again, be sure to fasten the four screws (previously removed) to the 
original holes on the rear of the TV.
Sufficient expertise is required for installing this product, especially to determine the strength of 
the wall for withstanding the TV’s weight. Be sure to entrust the attachment of this product to the 
wall to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay adequate attention to safety during the 
installation. Sony is not liable for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper 
installation.
Mounting Hook
Screw (M6 × 20) Spacer
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TV installation dimensions table
Unit: cm
Figures in the above table may differ slightly depending on the installation.
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 “Specifications” (page 13) for its weight.
Screen centre point
Model Name
KDL-Display 
dimensionsScreen centre 
dimensionLength for each mounting angle
Angle (0°)Angle (20°)
AB CDEFGH
60LX903144.0 90.6 3.1 50.3 12.1 38.6 85.0 52.1
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Additional Information
Screw and Hook locations diagram/table
Model NameScrew locationHook location
KDL-60LX903 e, j a
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 “b” and “c” 
cannot be used for the 
models.
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SU-WL700 (except KDL-
60LX903)
Installing on a wall
Be sure to install the Wall-Mount Bracket securely 
to the wall following the instructions in this as well 
as the manual provided with the Wall-Mount 
Bracket. The numbers given in the parentheses 
indicate the installation steps described in the 
instruction manual provided with Wall-Mount 
Bracket.
1Check the parts supplied with the Wall-
Mount Bracket (1).
Refer to the instruction manual provided 
with the Wall-Mount Bracket.
2Decide on the installation location. 
(2-1)
Refer to the following “TV installation 
dimensions table”. Allow for suitable 
clearance between the TV, the ceiling and 
protruding parts of the wall as instructed.
3Install the Base Bracket on the wall. 
(2-2 through 3)
Decide the positions of the screw on the 
wall and install the Base Bracket. Refer to 
the instruction manual provided with the 
Wall-Mount Bracket for details.
4Detach the Table-Top Stand from the 
TV, if necessary. (4-1)
Remove the bottom cover and terminal 
cover first before detaching the Table-
Top Stand.
See “Detaching the Table-Top Stand 
from the TV” (page 7) for details.
5Connect the supplied AC power cord 
(mains lead). (5-1)
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Do not attach the bottom cover and terminal 
cover.
6Place the Spacers.
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When attaching the Table-Top Stand again, be 
sure to fasten the four screws (previously 
removed) to the original holes on the rear of 
the TV.
7Attach the Mounting Bracket and the 
Lock Bracket. (4-3 through 4-7)
Refer to the instruction manual provided 
with the Wall-Mount Bracket.
8Prepare the paper template. (5-2)
1. Refer to the following “TV installation 
dimensions table” and mark the TV outline 
on the template.
2. Tape the template to the wall as 
instructed in the manual provided with the 
Wall-Mount Bracket.
Follow the instruction manual provided 
with the Wall-Mount Bracket to complete 
the installation. (5-3 through 6)
Precautions
1Remove the four screws, and be 
sure to store them in a safe place, 
keeping them away from children.
2Place the four 
spacers (supplied).
 
						

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Additional Information
TV installation dimensions table
Unit: cm
Figures in the above table may differ slightly depending on the installation.
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 “Specifications” (page 13) for its weight.
Model Name 
KDL-Display 
dimensionsScreen centre 
dimensionLength for each mounting angle
Angle (0°)Angle (20°)
AB CDEFGH
40LX903
99.4 65.2 8.9 43.4 7.5 33.8 61.0 49.5
Screen centre point
WARNING
 
						

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Safety 
Information
Installation/Set-upInstall and use the TV set in accordance 
with the instructions below in order to 
avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or 
damage and/or injuries.
InstallationThe TV set should be installed near an 
easily accessible mains socket.
Place the TV set on a stable, level 
surface.
Only qualified service personnel should 
carry out wall installations.
For safety reasons, it is strongly 
recommended that you use Sony 
accessories, including:
–Wall-mount bracket 
SU-WL500 (KDL-60LX903)
SU-WL700 (KDL-40LX903)
–Wall-hanging bracket 
SU-WH500
Be sure to use the screws supplied with 
the Wall-mount bracket when attaching 
the mounting hooks to the TV set. The 
supplied screws are designed so that they 
are 8 mm to 12 mm in length when 
measured from the attaching surface of 
the mounting hook. 
The diameter and length of the screws 
differ depending on the Wall-mount 
bracket model. 
Use of screws other than those supplied 
may result in internal damage to the TV 
set or cause it to fall, etc.
TransportingBefore 
transporting the 
TV set, disconnect 
all cables.
Two or three 
people are needed 
to transport a large 
TV set.
When transporting 
the TV set by 
hand, hold it as 
shown on the 
right. Do not put 
stress on the LCD 
panel and the 
frame around the 
screen.
When lifting or moving the TV set, hold 
it firmly from the bottom.
When transporting the TV set, do not 
subject it to jolts or excessive vibration.
When transporting the TV set for repairs 
or when moving, pack it using the 
original carton and packing material.
VentilationNever cover the ventilation holes or 
insert anything in the cabinet.
Leave space around the TV set as shown 
below.It is strongly recommended that you use 
a Sony wall-mount bracket in order to 
provide adequate air-circulation.
Installed on the wall
Installed with stand
To ensure proper ventilation and prevent 
the collection of dirt or dust:
–Do not lay the TV set flat, install 
upside down, backwards, or 
sideways.
–Do not place the TV set on a shelf, 
rug, bed or in a closet.
–Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, 
such as curtains, or items such as 
newspapers, etc.
–Do not install the TV set as shown 
below.
Mains leadHandle the mains lead and socket as 
follows in order to avoid any risk of fire, 
electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:
–Use only mains leads supplied by 
Sony, not other suppliers.
–Insert the plug fully into the mains 
socket.
–Operate the TV set on a 220-240 V AC 
supply only.
–When wiring cables, be sure to unplug 
the mains lead for your safety and take 
care not to catch your feet on the 
cables.
–Disconnect the mains lead from the 
mains socket before working on or 
moving the TV set.
–Keep the mains lead away from heat 
sources.
–Unplug the mains plug and clean it 
regularly. If the plug is covered with 
dust and it picks up moisture, its 
insulation may deteriorate, which 
could result in a fire. 
Notes
Do not use the supplied mains lead on 
any other equipment.
Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains 
lead excessively. The core conductors 
may be exposed or broken.
Do not modify the mains lead.
Do not put anything heavy on the mains 
lead.
Do not pull on the mains lead itself when 
disconnecting the mains lead.
Do not connect too many appliances to 
the same mains socket.
Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.
Prohibited Usage
Do not install/use the TV set in locations, 
environments or situations such as those 
listed below, or the TV set may 
malfunction and cause a fire, electrical 
shock, damage and/or injuries.
Location:Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the 
seashore, on a ship or other vessel, inside a 
vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable 
locations, near water, rain, moisture or 
smoke.
Environment:Places that are hot, humid, or excessively 
dusty; where insects may enter; where it 
might be exposed to mechanical vibration, 
near flammable objects (candles, etc). The 
TV set shall not be exposed to dripping or 
splashing and no objects filled with 
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on 
the TV.
Situation:Do not use when your hands are wet, with 
the cabinet removed, or with attachments 
not recommended by the manufacturer. 
Disconnect the TV set from mains socket 
and aerial during lightning storms.
Broken pieces:Do not throw anything at the TV set. The 
screen glass may break by the impact 
and cause serious injury.
If the surface of the TV set cracks, do 
not touch it until you have unplugged the 
mains lead. Otherwise electric shock 
may result.
When not in useIf you will not be using the TV set for 
several days, the TV set should be 
disconnected from the mains for 
environmental and safety reasons. 
As the TV set is not disconnected from 
the mains when the TV set is just turned 
off, pull the plug from the mains to 
disconnect the TV set completely.
However, some TV sets may have 
features that require the TV set to be left 
in standby to work correctly.
For childrenDo not allow children to climb on the 
TV set.
Keep small accessories out of the reach 
of children, so that they are not 
mistakenly swallowed. 
If the following problems 
occur...
Turn off the TV set and unplug the mains 
lead immediately if any of the following 
problems occur.
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear 
of TV set Screw (supplied with the 
Wall-mount bracket) 8 mm - 12 mm
30 cm
10 cm 10 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around 
the set.
30 cm
10 cm
10 cm6 cm
Leave at least this space around 
the set.
Air circulation is blocked.
Wall Wall