Sony KDL-46R453A, 46R450A, 40R471A, 40R450A, 32R21A, 32R00A LCD TV Operating Instructions

4-458-509-12(1)
LCD TV
Operating Instructions
Introducing Your New 
BRAVIA®
Getting Started
Operating the TV
Using Features
Using the Menus
Other Information
Sony Customer Support
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Canada: http://www.sony.ca/support
United States 
1.800.222.SONYCanada 
1.877.899.SONY
Please Do Not Return
the Product to the Store
KDL-46R453A / 46R450A / 40R471A / 40R450A / 32R421A / 32R400A 

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CAUTIONTo prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use 
this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or 
other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted. 
❑Operate the TV only on 110-240 V AC 
(USA/Canada 120 V AC).
❑Avoid operating the TV at temperatures 
below 41°F (5°C).
Licensing Information
MHL, Mobile High-Definition Link and the MHL Logo are 
trademarks or registered trademarks of MHL Licensing, LLC.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are...

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Contents
Introducing Your New BRAVIA®
Welcome to the World of BRAVIA® . . . . . . . . 4
Experiencing Stunning HD with Your 
BRAVIA  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
The Four Steps to a Stunning HD 
Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
TV Feature Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Getting Started
Setting Up Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Attaching the Table-Top Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Locating Inputs and...

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Introducing Your New BRAVIA®
Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®
 
Thank you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the 
documentation listed below to get the most out of your TV.
Experiencing Stunning HD with Your 
BRAVIA
The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the 
signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new 
BRAVIA TV, you need 
access to HD programming. Your 
BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD programming...

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Introducing Your New BRAVIA
®
The Four Steps to a Stunning HD 
Experience
Set, Source, Sound, and Setup
Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires a source of HD 
programming, an HD sound system, and a proper connection setup. Refer to the Quick 
Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting optional equipment.
TV Feature Highlights
Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as:
➢ MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) input: You can connect your MHL device 
using an MHL...

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➢ Scene Select: Allows you to easily adjust your TV to the most suitable picture 
and sound settings based on the scenes for the best quality result for the 
contents genre you are watching.
➢ Photo Frame: You can enjoy the large photo frame display with music (page 
33).
➢ On Timer: Set timer to wake up TV automatically with preferred setting of input 
and volume. You can also wake up with your favorite photo and music through 
photo frame feature (page 49). 

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Getting Started
Getting Started
Setting Up Your TV
Some TV models are packaged with a detached Table-Top Stand so you can mount 
your TV to a wall right away. If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, you will need to 
attach the Table-Top Stand. You will need a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied) and the 
supplied screws to complete the task. Look for the supplied Table-Top Stand instruction 
leaflet.
Be sure to consider the following while setting up your TV:
 Disconnect all cables when carrying the...

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Attaching the Table-Top Stand
 Refer to the supplied Table-Top Stand instruction leaflet for proper attachment.
 For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight.
1Place the TV with its screen facing down on a level and stable surface covered with 
a thick and soft cloth.
2Fix the TV to the Table-Top Stand using the supplied screws.
Thick and soft clothScrew (+PSW 5 x 16)
(Supplied)
* Be careful not to hit the Table-
Top Stand against the edge of 
the surface when...

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Getting Started
 Hold the Table-Top Stand with one hand to avoid it dropping when attaching.
 This TV is very heavy, so two people should place the TV onto thick and soft cloth.
 If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening torque at approximately 1.5 N·m (15 kgf·cm).
 Be sure to securely tighten the supplied screws, otherwise the TV may fall down.
 Use an appropriate screwdriver to attach the screws tightly without damaging the screw head.
 Please ensure the AC power cord is away from the...

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Locating Inputs and Outputs
ItemDescription
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6HDMI IN 1 (ARC)
HDMI IN 2/MHLHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, 
all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped 
audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V 
receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital 
audio.
You can also connect your MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) device to 
HDMI IN 2/MHL using an MHL cable. In addition, when you connect...