Sony Kdl 52xbr7 Operating Instructions

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Using TV Settings
Picture Settings
Picture Adjustments Picture Mode
For VideoVividFor enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
StandardFor standard picture settings. Recommended for 
home entertainment.
CinemaFor viewing film-based content. Most suitable for 
viewing in a theater-like environment.
CustomAllows you to store your preferred settings.
For PhotoPhoto-VividFor enhancing contrast and sharpness.
Photo-StandardFor standard viewing; select for home use.
Photo-OriginalImages resemble the printed pictures from your 
photo album.
Photo-CustomAllows you to store your preferred settings.
For PC TimingsVideo This option is available for PC timing (HDMI or 
PC input) signal to enhance the video shown on 
the screen.
Tex t  This option is available for PC timing (HDMI or 
PC input) signal to enhance the text shown on the 
screen.
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Picture Mode for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing PICTURE on the remote 
control to directly toggle the modes.
 The options for Picture Mode may vary depending on the Video/Photo Optimizer 
setting (see page 43) and PC input.
ResetResets the current settings to the default values.
BacklightBrightens or darkens the backlight.
PictureIncreases or decreases picture contrast.
BrightnessBrightens or darkens the picture.
ColorIncreases or decreases color intensity.
HueIncreases or decreases the green tones.
Color Temperature
White adjustmentCoolGives the white colors a bluish tint.
NeutralGives the white colors a neutral tint.
Warm 1, 2Gives the white colors a reddish tint.
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 The option Warm 1, 2 is not available for Vivid and Photo-Vivid.
SharpnessSharpens or softens the picture.
Noise 
ReductionReduces the picture noise level.
MPEG Noise 
ReductionReduces the mosaic effect in MPEG-compressed video. Useful for 
DVDs, Blu-ray and digital TV channels.
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Advanced 
SettingsAvailable in the following Picture Modes: Standard, Cinema, 
Custom, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, and Photo-
Custom.
ResetResets all the advanced settings to the default 
values.
Black CorrectorEnhances black areas of the picture for stronger 
contrast.
Advanced C.E. 
(Advanced 
Contrast Enhancer)
Automatically optimizes the backlight and 
contrast. This setting is especially effective for 
dark picture scenes.
GammaAdjusts the balance between light and dark areas 
of the picture.
Clear WhiteEmphasizes white and light colors.
Color SpaceSelects the range of color reproduction from 
Wide or Standard.
Live ColorAvailable when Color Space is set to Wide.  
Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear 
skin tones.
White BalanceAdjusts the color temperature in detail. 
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Picture settings for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the 
remote control, then selecting Picture Adjustments settings from the OPTIONS 
menu.
Picture settings available during PC input are Picture Mode, Reset, Backlight, 
Picture, Brightness, and Color Temperature.
Motion EnhancerActivates Motionflow to enhance the smoothness of picture movement and to reduce blur.
HighProvides smoother picture movement for film-based content.
StandardProvides smooth picture movement. Use this setting for standard use.
OffUse this setting when the High and Standard settings result in video 
artifacts such as ghosting.
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 A noticeable change may be seen depending on the video.
Motion Enhancer is not available when Game Mode is set to On.
CineMotionAutomatically detects film-based content and applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process 
and a motion estimation engine to improve film content and de-interlacing performance.
Auto 1Applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process along with motion 
estimation to obtain the smoothest picture quality and reduces artifacts 
of moving images. Select for standard use.
Auto 2Applies only the inverse 3-2 pull-down process. Picture movement 
will be similar to the original film.
OffTurns off CineMotion.
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 The CineMotion feature can be set separately for each input (except PC IN).
 
						

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Using TV Settings
Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting.
Game ModeSelect On to optimize the enjoyment of fast paced video games where response time is 
important. Select Off to disable this feature.
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 The Game Mode can be set separately for each external input (except PC IN).
Video/Photo 
OptimizerSets the picture settings to optimize the image quality of video (moving pictures) or photo 
(still image) content. Feature is only available for 1080i/p (excluding 1080/24p) content 
connected to the Component or HDMI input.
Video-AThe TV will automatically set the picture settings for video or still 
image content when Sony optional equipment that supports Video-A 
mode is connected to the HDMI input.
VideoSelect to set the picture settings for video.
PhotoSelect to set the picture settings for photos.
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Game Mode and Video/Photo Optimizer features are not available when Theater Mode is set to On.
Sound Settings
Sound Adjustments Sound Mode DynamicEnhances treble and bass.
StandardStandard sound optimized for home use.
Clear VoiceSuitable for spoken dialog.
ResetResets the current settings to the default values.
Tr e b l eIncreases or decreases higher-pitched sounds.
BassIncreases or decreases lower-pitched sounds.
BalanceEmphasizes left or right speaker balance.
Surround S-FORCE 
Front SurroundProvides a virtual surround sound experience 
made possible using just two front speakers.
OffSelect for normal stereo or mono reception.
Voice ZoomAdjusts the clarity of human voices. For example, if the voice of a 
news announcer is indistinct, you can turn up this setting to make the 
voice clearer. Conversely, if you are watching a sports program, you 
can turn down this setting to soften the voice of the commentator.
Sound BoosterThe Sound Booster provides a fuller sound with a greater sense of 
depth and width, by emphasizing the high and low frequency sounds. 
Select High, Low or Off for the amount of boost you desire.  
Selecting Off will bypass the emphasis.
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 Only available when in Standard mode.
Steady SoundSelect On to stabilize the volume across all programs and 
commercials. Select Off to disable this feature.
Volume OffsetAdjusts the volume level of the current input (TV or video input) 
relative to other inputs.
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Sound Adjustments can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote 
control.
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MTS 
Enjoy stereo, bilingual 
and mono programsStereoFor stereo reception when viewing a TV program broadcasted in 
stereo. 
Auto SAPAutomatically switches the TV to second audio programs when a SAP 
signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in 
Stereo mode.
Mono
For mono reception. Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts.
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MTS is available only for analog programs.
MTS can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control.
Speakers TV SpeakersSelect to use the TV speakers for audio.
Audio SystemSelect this option if you wish to use an external audio system for the 
TV sound. By selecting this option you are disabling the TV speakers.
Audio Out
Easy control of volume 
adjustmentFixedSelect to fix the audio output and allow you to adjust the volume with 
your audio system’s remote control. (The TV’s remote control’s VO L 
and MUTING buttons have no effect on the Audio Out.)
Va r i a bl eSelect to control the volume of your TV’s speakers or audio system 
with your TV’s remote control.
Woofer LevelIncreases or decreases the low frequency sounds.
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Alternate Audio is available only for digital programs. If the program you are watching is also available in other 
languages from the audio tracks, and if that language is what you have selected in the Language setting, your TV 
will automatically switch to the matching language with the Alternate Audio feature. The Alternate Audio 
option may be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control when an alternate audio stream is available 
from the broadcaster.
Screen Settings
Wide Mode Wide ZoomFills the screen with minimum distortion.
NormalDisplays the 4:3 picture in its original aspect ratio when the original 
source is 4:3.
FullEnlarges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the original 
source is 4:3. When the original source is 16:9 (High-definition 
source), select this mode to display the 16:9 picture in its original size.
H StretchEnlarges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the original 
source is 16:9. It is useful for HD channels with 4:3 content.
ZoomSelect to enlarge the picture horizontally and vertically to fill the 
screen while maintaining the aspect ratio.
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Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control.
WIDE button description on page 21 for accessing the Wide Mode.
Normal is available with 480i or 480p sources only.
H Stretch is only available with 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p sources.
Auto Wide OnAutomatically changes Wide Mode setting based upon content. If 
frequent screen changes are disturbing to you, select Off.
OffTurns off the Auto Wide option. Choose a Wide Mode from the 
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Using TV Settings
4:3 Default
Select the default screen 
mode to use for 4:3 
sourcesWide ZoomEnlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, displaying as much of 
the original image as possible.
NormalDisplays the 4:3 picture in its original aspect ratio.
FullSelect to enlarge the 4:3 picture horizontally only, to fill the screen.
ZoomSelect to enlarge the picture horizontally and vertically to fill the 
screen while maintaining the aspect ratio.
OffSelect to continue using the current Wide Mode setting when the 
channel or input is changed.
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4:3 Default is not available if Auto Wide is set to Off.
 If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting applies only to 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.
Display Area Full PixelDisplays the picture for 1080i, 1080p or 1080/24p sources in its 
original size.
NormalDisplays the picture in its original size.
-1/-2Enlarges the picture to hide the edges of the picture.
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 For 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p, feature is only available when Wide Mode is set 
to Full.
Screen PositionAdjust the Ve r t ic a l positioning by pressing V/v. Press B/b to adjust the Horizontal 
positioning.
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Screen Position feature is useful if the TV is connected to game equipment.
 Vertical position is available only when Wide Mode is set to Zoom.
 For high-definition signals, Vertical and Horizontal positions are not available.
Ve r t ic a l S i z eAdjusts the vertical size of a standard-definition picture.
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Vertical Size is available only when Wide Mode is set to Wide Zoom or Zoom for 
standard-definition channels. 
Auto AdjustSelect Ye s to start the auto adjust for the PC input.
ResetResets the settings to the default values.
PhaseAdjust after Pitch to fine tune overall sharpness.
PitchAdjust uneven sharpness on screen.
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 For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 14.
H CenterAllows you to move the position of the picture horizontally (left and right).
V CenterAllows you to move the position of the picture vertically (up and down).
Wide Mode NormalSelect to display the picture in its original resolution and aspect ratio.
Full 1Select to enlarge the picture to fill the screen, while maintaining its 
original aspect ratio.
Full 2Select to enlarge the picture to fill the screen.
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Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control.
WIDE button description on page 21 for accessing Wide Mode.
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Phase and Pitch options are not available with PC signal connected to HDMI input.
Screen settings for PC timings and HDMI-PC (PC input) differ from all other input modes and are shown below.
 
						

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Channel Settings
Signal Type CableFor receiving cable channels via cable TV provider.
AntennaFor receiving signal via over-the-air antenna.
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 You should run Auto Program after changing the Signal Type setting.
Auto ProgramAutomatically sets the channel list in the TV for all receivable channels. Channel scanning 
will be based on the Signal Type (Cable/Antenna) setting.
1Select Auto Program.
2Select OK to start Auto Program. When Auto Program is completed, the screen 
will display the number of channels found.
3Press RETURN to exit Auto Program.
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 Running Auto Program will clear the Favorites channel list for the current signal 
type.
 If you run Auto Program again, previously scanned channels will be overwritten with 
the newly scanned channels.
Add Digital ChannelsSelect to add digital channels. Be sure to have the Signal Type option selected 
appropriately for the signal source. (Useful for antenna installations.)
Show/Hide ChannelsAllows you to show or hide channels when you surf with the CH +/– button or in the TV 
channel list on the XMB
™.
1Press V/v to scroll through the channels until you highlight the channel to show or 
hide.
2Press   to select Shown or Hidden. 
To show or hide more channels, repeat steps 1-2.
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Hidden channels can be accessed by entering the channel number with 0-9 buttons on 
the remote control.
Edit Channel LabelsAssigns labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers.
1Press V/v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press   to select the channel 
number to assign a label.
2Press V/v to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Press b to move to 
the next character. Repeat to add up to 7 characters to the label. Press   to set it.
To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-2.
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Using TV Settings
The Parental Lock feature allows you to block programs according to their content and rating levels and 
block channels (regardless of the programs). Password is necessary in setting up blocking.
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 The Parental Lock feature is also available with Video and Component (480i) inputs.
To View Blocked Programs
Press ENT when tuned to a blocked program, then enter the password. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn 
off and on the TV.
Closed Captions (CC) Settings
CC DisplayThis option allows you to view Closed Captions (CC).
OnEnables CC Display.
OffDisables CC Display.
On with MutingAutomatically displays closed captions when the TV is muted. 
Analog CCFor the basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options.
CC1, CC2, 
CC3, CC4Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects of a 
program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.)
Tex t 1, Tex t 2, 
Tex t 3, Tex t 4Displays network/station information presented using either half or 
the whole screen (if available).
Digital CCFor both analog (EIA-608) and digital (EIA-708) closed caption options.
Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed caption options).
Display OptionsCustomize the Closed Captions (CC) displays with Tex t, Character Size, 
Character Style, Character Color, Character Opacity, Edge Type, Edge Color, 
Background Color and Background Opacity.
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Closed Captions (CC) can be turned On, Off or On with Muting directly by pressing CC on the remote 
control.
Parental Lock Settings
CC
PasswordUse 0-9 button on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time the 
password is created, you must re-enter it again to confirm the password. “Password set” 
message will appear on the screen upon confirmation.
Change Password
You can change your password by entering the Parental Lock setting with the 
previously set password. Highlight and select Change Password, then enter the new 
password.
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 You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. If you 
lose your password, see “Lost password” on page 56.
CountrySelect the country name of U.S.A. or Canada for the appropriate ratings. The rating 
system varies between these two countries. See Custom Rating System Chart on page 49.
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Rating OffTurns off Parental Lock. No programs are blocked from viewing 
based on their ratings.
ChildRatings permitted are:
United States
TV Rating: TV-Y, TV-G MPAA: G
Canada
English TV Rating: C, G French TV Rating: G
Yo u t hMaximum ratings permitted are:
United States
TV Rating: TV-PG MPAA: PG
Canada
English TV Rating: PG French TV Rating: 8 ans+
Young AdultMaximum ratings permitted are:
United States
TV Rating: TV-14 MPAA: PG-13
Canada
English TV Rating: 14+ French TV Rating: 13 ans+
CustomSets ratings manually.
U.S.: See page 49 for details.
Canada: See page 49 for details.
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 If you are not familiar with the parental guideline rating system, you should select Child, Yo u t h, or Young Adult 
to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific ratings, select Custom.
Digital Rating
(Available only in U.S.A. 
where advanced ratings 
exist)Off Turn Digital Rating off. No programs containing digital ratings are 
blocked from viewing.
Custom Select to customize the Parental Lock with downloadable digital 
ratings.
Clear All Select to clear the downloaded ratings.
Unrated
(Available only when 
Country is set to U.S.A.)AllowAllows programs and movies that are broadcasted without a rating.
BlockBlocks all programs and movies that are broadcasted without a rating.
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 If you block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of programs may 
be blocked: programs broadcast from another country, emergency broadcasts, political 
programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather.
Channel BlockAllows you to block specific channels regardless of program ratings. The password needs 
to be set up prior to blocking channels. The blocked channel can only be viewed by 
entering the correct password.
To View a Blocked Channel
Press ENT when tuned to the blocked channel then enter the password.
 
						

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Using TV Settings
Custom Rating System Chart
For Country selection of U.S.A.:
For Country selection of Canada:
Movie Rating GAll children and general audience
PGParental guidance suggested
PG-13Parental guidance for children under 13
RRestricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for ages under 17
NC-17 and XNo one 17 or under allowed
TV Rating
Block programs by their 
rating, content or bothAge-Based Ratings
TV-YAll children
TV-Y7Directed to children age 7 and older
TV-GGeneral audience
TV-PGParental guidance suggested
TV-14Parents strongly cautioned
TV-MAMature audience only
Content-Based Ratings
FVFantasy violence
DSuggestive dialogue
LStrong language
SSexual situations
VVi o l e n c e
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 To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based Ratings.
English Rating CAll children
C8+Children 8 years and older
GGeneral programming
PGParental guidance
14+Viewers 14 and older
18+Adult programming
French Rating GGeneral programming
8 ans+Not recommended for young children
13 ans+Not recommended for ages under 13
16 ans+Not recommended for ages under 16
18 ans+Programming restricted to adults
U.S.A. RatingSee TV Rating under U.S.A. for details.
 
						

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HDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with 
Control for HDMI function.
External Inputs Settings
Manage InputsFollow the steps below to customize your input menu for easy recognition when the 
INPUT button is pressed or when selecting an input from the XMB
™.
1Press V/v to highlight your input selection.
2Press   to set Enable setting to either Always or Auto. The Always option will 
display this input in the input menu at all times. With the Auto option, the input with 
connected icon will only appear when external equipment is connected and/or an 
HDMI signal is present. Some external equipment may not be detected 
automatically.
3To assign your own label to the input, press b to highlight the label option, then press 
V/v to choose a name of the equipment that is connected to this input. 
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 You can assign the following labels for each input (except PC IN and DMPORT):
–, DVD, Cable Box, Satellite, BD, VCR, Receiver, DVR, Game, 
Camcorder, PC.
–” indicates that no labels are assigned.
Channel Tuning KeysThis setting controls how the remote control channel tuning keys (0-9, CH+/– and 
JUMP) behave while using an external input.
Enabled Select to allow the TV to exit from the external input and return to a 
TV channel when pressing the tuning keys. 
DisabledSelect to disable the tuning keys during external input mode and 
prevent unintentionally exiting the external input.
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 Useful for applications that do not have a connection to the CABLE/ANTENNA input.
HDMI Settings
Control for HDMI On/Off feature allows your TV to communicate with other equipment that supports 
Control for HDMI function.
Device Auto Power Off Select On to have your connected equipment with Control for HDMI function to power 
off automatically when the TV is turned off. Select Off to disable this function. This 
feature is available when Control for HDMI is On.
TV Auto Power OnSelect On to control your TV’s power on from your connected equipment with Control 
for HDMI function. Select Off to disable this function. This feature is available when 
Control for HDMI is On.
Device ListDisplays a list of equipment with Control for HDMI function connected to the TV.
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OPTIONS while the equipment supporting Control for HDMI is connected to display the Device Control 
options. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, Options and Content List of your connected 
equipment with your TV remote control.
 Some equipment with Control for HDMI does not support the Device Control feature.