Sony KDL-46BX450, 46BX451, 40BX450 LCD TV Operating Instructions

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Using Features
Inputs
Press INPUT  to display the  Input menu 
and toggle through the external inputs to 
select your video signal for viewing 
including the TV mode. The inputs list 
consists of TV mode and other equipment 
connected to the TV.
You can label your external inputs to 
identify them easily.
x To Manage on Input
Press  HOME  and select  Settings, then 
select the  Setup settings. Select the 
Manage Inputs  option in AV Setup . Press 
V /v  to highlight the video input ( HDMI 1-2, 
Video...

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xNotes when playing back files
 While the TV is accessing the data on  the USB device, observe the following:
– Do not turn off the TV or connect USB 
device.
– Do not disconnect the USB cable.
– Do not remove the USB device.
The data on the USB device may be 
damaged.
 Sony will not be held liable for any  damage to, or loss of, data on the 
recording media due to a malfunction of 
any connected devices or the TV.
 Playback does not start automatically if  the TV is turned on after connecting the...

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Using the Menus
Using the Menus
Navigating through TV Menus
The HOME button allows you to access a variety of TV settings and USB media files.
1Press   on the remote control to display the menu 
options.
2Press V/v/B/b to navigate on the menu or adjust the 
settings.
3Press   to select or confirm.
4Press   to exit.
The Favorites feature provides quick access to your frequently used items, 
such as preferred TV channels or external inputs (e.g. game console, DVD 
player). For details, see page 29.
The...

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The Settings icon contains all of the necessary configurations to customize 
your TV settings. The options you can select may vary. Unavailable options 
are grayed out or not displayed.
Picture: adjust the picture on your TV to fit your viewing preference.
Sound: customize your sound settings to suit your audio preference. You can 
also change the settings to output the sound to your connected audio 
equipment.
Screen: adjust the size and shape of the images you see on the screen.
Channel: navigate...

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Using the Menus
Using the Picture Settings
OptionDescription
Picture Mode
Customized 
picture viewingDisplays the options selected in the Scene Select settings (page 23). When 
Scene Select is set to General, the options below can be selected.
VividSelect for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
StandardSelect for standard picture settings. Recommended for home 
entertainment.
CustomSelect to store your preferred settings.
CinemaFor film-based content. Suitable in a theater-like environment....

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 Available Picture options, including options in Advanced Settings depend on Scene Select 
and Picture Mode. Advanced 
SettingsResetResets the advanced settings to the default values.
Adv. Contrast 
EnhancerAutomatically adjusts backlight and contrast to the most 
suitable settings judging from the brightness of the screen. 
This setting is especially effective for dark scenes, and will 
increase the contrast distinction of the darker picture scenes. 
Select from High, Medium, Low and Off.
Black...

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Using the Menus
Using the Sound Settings
OptionDescription
Sound Mode
Customized 
sound listeningSets a sound mode. Sound Mode includes options best suited for video and 
photographs, respectively. The available options depend on the scene select 
settings.
DynamicEnhances treble and bass.
StandardStandard sound optimized for home use.
Clear VoiceSuitable for spoken dialog.
CustomSelect to store your preferred settings.
ResetResets the current Sound settings to their defaults, except MTS Audio,...

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MTS Audio is only available for analog programs.
Alternate Audio is only available if the program is broadcast with alternate audio streams.
 You can also access Sound Mode, MTS Audio and Alternate Audio by using the OPTIONS 
button on the remote control. MTS Audio
Enjoy stereo, 
bilingual and 
mono programsStereoSelect for stereo reception when viewing a program 
broadcast in stereo.
Auto SAPSelect to automatically switch the TV to second audio 
programs when a signal is received. If no SAP signal is...

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Using the Menus
Using the Screen Settings
Normal in the 4:3 Default setting is not available when you are watching a 720p, 1080i or 1080p 
source.
 If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current 
channel. When you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the 
4:3 Default setting for 4:3 sources. To retain the current Wide Mode setting as channels and 
inputs are changed, set 4:3 Default to Off.
4:3 Default is not available if...

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 For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 50.
Auto Adjustment, Phase and Pitch are not available with PC signal connected to HDMI input.
OptionDescription
Vertical CenterAllows you to move the position of the picture up and down. (Available in Wide 
Zoom and Zoom.)
PC SettingsWhen a PC is connected to the TV and the PC input is selected, the PC 
settings screen appears instead of the Screen settings.
You can also select the PIP feature which allows you to view two pictures 
simultaneously...