Sony Kdl 46z4500 Operating Instructions

							
Printed in Slovak Republic4-138-514-
12(1)
For useful information about Sony products
Instructions on “Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket” are not supplied in the 
form of a separate leaflet with this TV. These installation instructions are 
included within this TV’s instructions manual.
© 2008 Sony Corporation
4-138-514-12(1)
KDL-52Z4500
KDL-46Z4500
KDL-40Z4500
LCD Digital Colour TV
 
						

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NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS 
IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment 
for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 10 AMP 
fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with   
or  ) must be used.
When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted with a 10 
AMP FUSE otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 10 AMP 
FUSE at the distribution board.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, 
be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use 
the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, 
please contact your nearest Sony service station.
How to replace the fuseOpen the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace 
the fuse.
Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with the 
product.
IntroductionThank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and 
retain it for future reference.
Notice for Digital TV functionsAny functions related to Digital TV  ( ) will only work in 
countries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) 
digital terrestrial signals are broadcast or where you have access 
to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) cable 
service. Please confirm with your local dealer if you can receive 
a DVB-T signal where you live or ask your cable provider if 
their DVB-C cable service is suitable for integrated operation 
with this TV. 
sThe cable provider may charge an additional fee for such a 
service and you may be required to agree to their terms and 
conditions of business.
sAlthough this TV set follows DVB-T and DVB-C 
specifications, compatibility with future DVB-T digital 
terrestrial and DVB-C digital cable broadcasts cannot be 
guaranteed.
sSome Digital TV functions may not be available in some 
countries/regions and DVB-C cable may not operate correctly 
with all providers.
sFor more information about DVB-C functionality please see 
our cable support site: 
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/DVBC/
Trademark informations is a registered trademark of the DVB Project
sDLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service 
marks of Digital Living Network Alliance.
sGUIDE Plus+ is (1) a registered trademark or trademark of, (2) 
manufactured under license from and (3) subject of various 
international patents and patent applications owned by, or 
licensed to, Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its 
related affiliates.sGEMSTAR-TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND/OR 
ITS RELATED AFFILIATES ARE NOT IN ANY WAY 
LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM 
SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE 
PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL GEMSTAR-TV 
GUIDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND /OR ITS RELATED 
AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS 
REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, 
OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL 
DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR 
USE OF ANY INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR 
SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM.
sManufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby 
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
sHDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC.
s“BRAVIA” and   are trademarks of Sony 
Corporation.
s“XMB” and “xross media bar” are the trademarks of Sony 
Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized 
Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony 
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, 
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to 
the addresses given in separate service or guarantee 
documents.
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Table of Contents
Start-up Guide 4
Safety information ............................................................................................................................ 9
Precautions ..................................................................................................................................... 11
Remote and TV Controls/Indicators ............................................................................................. 12
Watching TV
Watching TV .................................................................................................................................... 16
Using GUIDE Plus+™ System and the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)  ..... 18
Using the Digital Favourite List  .......................................................................................... 22
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting Chart ........................................................................................................................... 23
Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment............................................................................. 26
Playing Back Photo/Music via USB .............................................................................................. 27
Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI ................................................................................. 30
Operating Optional Equipment using the TV Remote................................................................. 31
Using Network Features
Connecting the TV to the Network ................................................................................................34
Enjoying Photo/Music Files via the Network ............................................................................... 34
Checking the Network Connection ............................................................................................... 36
Adjusting the Server Display Settings ......................................................................................... 36
Using MENU Functions
Navigating through TV Home Menu (XMB™)............................................................................... 38
Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 39
Additional Information
Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket) ........................................................................ 52
Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 54
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 56
 : for digital channels only
Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety information” section of this manual. 
Retain this manual for future reference.
 
						

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Start-up Guide
Before Use
To check the accessories
Mains lead (1)
Remote RM-ED012 (1)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
Stand (1) and screws for stand (4) 
(KDL-46Z4500/KDL-40Z4500 only)
To insert batteries into the remote
~
 Observe the correct polarity when inserting 
batteries.
 Do not use different types of batteries together or 
mix old and new batteries.
 Dispose of batteries in an environmentally 
friendly way. Certain regions may regulate the 
disposal of batteries. Please consult your local 
authority.
 Handle the remote with care. Do not drop or step 
on it, or spill liquid of any kind onto it.
 Do not place the remote in a location near a heat 
source, a place subject to direct sunlight, or a 
damp room.
To replace the speaker grille
The speaker grille unit can be replaced with 
others that are sold separately. However, do 
not remove the unit except to replace it. For 
details, see the instructions supplied with 
speaker grille units.
1: Attaching the stand 
(for KDL-46Z4500/
KDL-40Z4500)
1Open the carton box and take out the stand 
and the screws.
2Place the TV set on the stand. Take care 
not to interfere with cables.
3Fix the TV to the stand according to the 
arrow marks   that guide the screw holes 
using the supplied screws.
~
 If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening 
torque at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}.
Push and lift the cover to open.
 
						

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Start-up Guide
2: Connecting an aerial/Set 
Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD 
recorder)
Connecting a Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. 
DVD recorder) with SCART
Connecting a Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. 
DVD recorder) with HDMI
3: Preventing the TV from 
toppling over
1Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, 
not supplied) in the TV stand.
2Install a machine screw (M6 x 12-15, not 
supplied) into the screw hole of the TV.
3Tie the wood screw and the machine 
screw with a strong cord.
4: Bundling the cables
~
 Do not bundle the mains lead together with other 
cables.
( SMARTLINK )
A V
2
Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder)Scart lead
Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder)HDMI cable
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5: Performing the initial set-
up
1Connect the TV to your mains socket 
(220-240V AC, 50Hz).
2Press 1 on the TV.
When you switch on the TV for the first 
time, the Language menu appears on the 
screen.
3Press F/f/G/g to select the language 
displayed on the menu screens, then press 
.
4Press F/f to select the country in which 
you will operate the TV, then press  .
If the country in which you want to use 
the TV does not appear in the list, select 
“-” instead of a country.
5Press F/f to select the location type in 
which you will operate the TV, then press 
.
~
 Select “Home” for the best TV settings to use the 
TV in the home.
6Select “Yes” then press  .
7Press F/f to select “Antenna” or “Cable”, 
then press  .
If you select “Cable”, the screen for 
selecting the scan type appears. See “To 
tune the TV for Cable connection” 
(page 7).
The TV starts searching for all available 
digital channels, followed by all available 
analogue channels. This may take some 
time, so do not press any buttons on the 
TV or remote while proceeding.
2
1
3-11
Česky
Magyar
Русский
ББлгарски
Suomi
Dansk
Svenska
Norsk
Slovenčina
Română English
Nederlands
Français
Italiano
Deutsch
Türkçe
Español
Català
Português
Polski
Language
United Kingdom
Ireland
NederlandSelect country.
België/Belgique
Luxembourg
France
Italia-
Country
Location
Home Select location.
Shop
Auto Tuning
Ye s N o Do you want to start Auto Tuning?
 
						

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Start-up Guide
If a message appears for you to confirm 
the aerial connection
No digital or analogue channels were 
found. Check all the aerial/cable 
connection and then press   to start auto-
tuning again.
8When the Programme Sorting menu 
appears on the screen, follow the steps of  
“Programme Sorting” (page 46).
If you do not change the order in which 
the analogue channels are stored on the 
TV, press   RETURN to go to step 9.
9
For details, see page 41.
10
For details, see page 30.
Following this step, GUIDE Plus+ setting 
screen appears only when GUIDE Plus+ 
is available.
11Press .
The TV has now tuned in all the available 
channels.
~
 When a digital broadcast channel cannot be 
received, or when selecting a country in which 
there are no digital broadcasts in step 4, the time 
must be set after performing step 8.
To tune the TV for Cable connection
1Press .
2Press F/f to select “Quick Scan” or “Full 
Scan”, then press  .
“Quick Scan” : channels are tuned 
according to the cable operator 
information within the broadcast signal.
Recommended setting for “Frequency”, 
“Network ID” and “Symbol Rate” is 
“Auto.”
This option is recommended for fast 
tuning when supported by your cable 
operator.
If the “Quick Scan” does not tune, please 
use the “Full Scan” method below.
“Full Scan” : All available channels are 
tuned and stored. This procedure may take 
some time.
This option is recommended when “Quick 
Scan” is not supported by your cable 
provider.
For further information about supported 
cable providers, refer to support web site: 
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/
DVBC/
3Press f to select “Start”, then press  .
The TV starts searching for channels. Do 
not press any buttons on the TV or 
remote.
~
 Some cable providers do not support “Quick 
Scan.” If no channels are detected using “Quick 
Scan”, perform “Full Scan.”
To setup GUIDE Plus+ system (only 
when GUIDE Plus+ system is 
available)*
* Condition you can setup this feature:
– in UK, Italy, Germany or Spain.
– you can receive digital broadcasting.
– when “Antenna” is selected in step 7 of “ 5: 
Performing the initial set-up.”
1Enter Postal Code of region you live using 
F/f/G/g/+.
~
 Enter from the left, when the postal code is 
fewer than seven digits.
Quick Start
Ye sNo Do you want to enable Quick Start?
T V turns on more quickly bu t stand by power
consumption is incre ased .
Control for HDMI
Ye sNo Do you want to enable control for compatible
HDMI devices?
Choosing Yes will increase
standby power consumption.
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2Select language for GUIDE Plus+.
This step will be skipped if any one of the 
following languages is selected in “5: 
Performing the initial set-up” step 3: 
“English”, “Deutsch”, “Español”, 
“Italiano”, “Français” or “Nederlands.”
3GUIDE Plus+ Data Download.
The initial download may take some time, 
so do not press any buttons on the TV or 
remote while proceeding. Once you have 
received the first download of TV listings 
data, all future downloads will be done 
automatically.
Adjusting the Viewing 
Angle of the TV
This TV can be adjusted within the angles 
shown below.
~
 When adjusting the angle, hold the Table-Top 
Stand with one hand to avoid slipping or tipping 
the TV.
Detaching the Table-Top 
Stand from the TV
~
 Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks   
of the TV.
 Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any 
reason other than listed below.
– To wall-mount the TV.
– To put the TV in the carton at time of purchase 
(KDL-46Z4500/KDL-40Z4500 only).
Top view
Adjust the angle left and right (swivel)
Front 20°
20°20°
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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.
InstallationsThe TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains 
socket.
sPlace the TV set on a stable, level surface.
sOnly qualified service personnel should carry out wall 
installations.
sFor safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use 
Sony accessories, including:
– Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500
sBe 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.
TransportingsBefore transporting the TV set, 
disconnect all cables.
sTwo or three people are needed to 
transport a large TV set.
sWhen 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.
sWhen lifting or moving the TV set, 
hold it firmly from the bottom.
sWhen transporting the TV set, do not 
subject it to jolts or excessive 
vibration.
sWhen transporting the TV set for 
repairs or when moving, pack it 
using the original carton and packing 
material.
VentilationsNever cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the 
cabinet.
sLeave space around the TV set as shown below.
sIt 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
sTo 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.
8mm – 12mm
Screw (supplied with the Wall-
mount bracket)
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear 
of TV set
Be sure to hold the 
bottom of the panel, 
and not the 
transparent part, 
speaker, or speaker 
grille area. Do not 
compress the 
panel’s speaker 
grille area.
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.Air circulation is 
blocked.
Wall
Wall
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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.
NotessDo not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.
sDo not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The 
core conductors may be exposed or broken.
sDo not modify the mains lead.
sDo not put anything heavy on the mains lead.
sDo not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the 
mains lead.
sDo not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket.
sDo 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:
sDo not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may 
break by the impact and cause serious injury.
sIf 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 usesIf 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.
sAs 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.
sHowever, some TV sets may have features that require the TV 
set to be left in standby to work correctly.
For childrensDo not allow children to climb on the TV set.
sKeep 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.
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by 
qualified service personnel.
When:– Mains lead is damaged.
– Poor fitting of mains socket.
– TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit or having something 
thrown at it.
– Any liquid or solid object falls through openings in the cabinet.