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

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Getting Started
 An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i 
and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is available only with HDMI connection. 5VIDEO IN 1/ 
COMPONENT 
IN/R-AUDIO-L 
(MONO)This input port can be used as a composite video input (VIDEO 1) or as a 
component video input (COMPONENT). For composite use, connect the 
yellow jack to Y for video and use audio L (mono) and R for audio signal. 
For component connection, use Y, P
B, PR for video signals and also 
connect the audio L (mono) and R for audio signal. 
This TV can auto detect and switch between the VIDEO 1 and 
COMPONENT when VIDEO 1 or COMPONENT is connected. 
To set to auto detection, press HOME, select Settings, and then select the 
Setup settings. Select the Video1/Component Selection option in AV 
Setup then set to Auto.
6USBConnects to USB equipment to access photo, music, and video files.
8AUDIO OUTConnects to the audio input jacks of your analog audio equipment. You can 
use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.
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Connecting the TV
Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System
You can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in 
your area) along with standard-definition analog programming.
This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable (QAM 
and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).
xCable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)
 It is strongly recommended that you connect the CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm 
coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can easily be 
affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in signal degradation.
Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System
Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to switch between the cable and over-the-
air antenna programming, as indicated below.
 Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings 
for your input signal (page 41).
75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV
CABLE/ANTENNA
B A
Cable
AntennaA/B RF Switch
Rear of TV
CABLE/ANTENNA 
						

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Getting Started
HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box
You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable 
service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you 
connect this equipment to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input 
located on the back of your TV.
xShown with HDMI Connection
xShown with DVI Connection
Rear of TV
HDMI cableHD cable box/
HD satellite boxCATV/Satellite 
antenna cable
Rear of TVDVI-to-HDMI cable
HD cable box/
HD satellite boxCATV/Satellite 
antenna cable
Audio cable
(stereo mini plugs)
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xShown with Component Connection
 If your equipment has a DVI output and not an HDMI output, connect the DVI output to the HDMI 
IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) and connect the audio output to the AUDIO IN of PC 
IN. For details, see page 10.
Rear of TVCATV/Satellite 
antenna cable
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
Component video cable
Audio cable P
R (red)
P
B (blue)
Y (green)HD cable box/
HD satellite box 
						

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Getting Started
PC
Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable connection as 
shown below. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer 
to the separate Quick Setup Guide.)
 Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using an HD15-HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and 
audio cable (page 10).
Rear of TV
HD15-HD15 cable 
(analog RGB)
Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) 
						

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Connecting Other Equipment
 Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.
Personal 
computer Blu-ray Disc Player/
“PS3”DVD 
playerDigital satellite 
receiver
Analog audio 
equipment 
(A/V Receiver/
HomeTheater) Digital 
cable boxAudio 
system
Digital audio equipment 
(A/V Receiver/Home 
Theater)
Digital recorder USBCABLE/
ANTENNA 
						

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Getting Started
When Installing the TV Against a 
Wall or Enclosed Area
Make sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Allow enough space around the TV as 
shown below. Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41 °F (5 °C).
 Inadequate ventilation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause a 
fire.
(30 cm) 117/8 inches
(6 cm)            inches
4 inches
(10 cm)4 inches
(10 cm)23/8 
Leave at least this much space around the set.
Installed with stand
inches 117/8 
4 inches
(10 cm) 4 inches
(10 cm)
4 inches (10 cm)
(30 cm)
Installed on the wall
Leave at least 
this much space 
around the set.
Never install the TV set as follows:
Air circulation is blocked.
Air circulation is blocked.
Wall Wall 
						

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Securing the TV
Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling 
over. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily 
injury or even death.
Preventing the TV from Toppling
❑Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand.
❑Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets.
❑Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV.
❑Never install the TV on:
 slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces.
 furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.
❑Install the TV where it cannot be pulled, pushed, or knocked over.
❑Route all AC power cords and connecting cables so that they are not accessible to curious 
children.
Recommended Measures to Secure the TV
Consider the following measures when securing your TV to a TV stand (not supplied).
1Secure the stand for the TV.
Make sure the TV stand can adequately support the weight of the TV. Use two angle 
braces (not supplied) to secure the stand. 
For each angle brace use the appropriate hardware to:
 attach one side of the angle brace to the wall stud.
 attach the other side to the TV stand.
Angle braces
Stand 
						

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Getting Started
2Secure the TV to the stand.
Use the optional hardware listed below (not supplied):
 M4 machine screw (screwed into the TV’s Table-Top Stand).
 A screw or similar (attach it to the TV stand).
 Rope or chain (strong enough to support the weight of the TV). Make sure that there is 
no excess slack in the rope or chain.
An alternative way to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit.
The length of the M4 machine screw differs depending on the rope or chain 
diameter. Please refer to below illustration.
3Anchor the TV to the wall.
Anchor the TV to the wall by using bolts, wall anchor and chain (or rope).
 Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV 
model name.
For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: http://www.sony.com/accessories
For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669
 Securing the TV to the stand without securing the TV and the stand to the wall provides minimum 
protection against the TV toppling over. For further protection, be sure to follow the three 
measures recommended.
Screw hole on the 
Table-Top StandM4 machine 
screw (not supplied)
Screw 
(not supplied) Rope or chain 
(not supplied)
6-8 mmScrew M4
Rope or chain
TV’s Table-Top Stand
Wall-mount 
holes
Anchor bolts 
(not supplied)Wall-anchor 
(not supplied)
Rope or chain 
(not supplied) 
						

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Running Initial Setup
During initial setup, you will perform the following:
 Set the language for the On Screen Display (OSD) text
 Choose your viewing environment
 Scan for digital and analog channels
Complete your cable connections before beginning the Initial Setup. Refer to the Quick 
Setup Guide (supplied) for sample connection diagrams.
2Use the remote control buttons described below to navigate through the Initial 
Setup.
3Auto Program will scan for available channels from the signal source directly 
connected to the TV’s CABLE/ANTENNA input. Follow the help text provided on the 
screen to run the Auto Program.
 If you cancel the Auto Program, any channels you have selected are not registered. To rescan 
for available channels, run Auto Program.
 Connect either your cable or antenna to the TV (you can connect both using an A-B RF switch 
(not supplied)); for more details see page 12.
1Turn on the TV. 
The Initial Setup screen will appear.
V/v/B/b buttons:
 
Allow you to navigate and highlight options where applicable.
 button: 
Allows you to select the highlighted option and advance to the next screen.
Confirm
Confirm
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English
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Initial Setup
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