Sony Kdl 55ex500 Operating Instructions

11
Getting Started
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.
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...

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Shown with DVI Connection
Shown with Component Connection
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AUDIO
R R
L COMPONENT INPC IN
PRPBY
L
VIDEO  IN
RGB(
MONO)
4
IN
AUDIO
(1080p/1080i/
720p/480p/480i)CABLE/
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)AUDIOAUDIO OUT(FIX)RL
AUDIOPC/HDMI 1
AUDIO IN
Rear of TVDVI-to-HDMI cable
HD cable box/
HD satellite boxCATV/Satellite 
antenna cable
Audio cable
(stereo mini plugs)
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AUDIO
R R
L COMPONENT INPC IN
AUDIO OUT
(FIX)
PRPBY
L
VIDEO  IN
AUDIO RGB
PC/HDMI 1
AUDIO IN
(
MONO)
4
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
RL...

13
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.)
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AUDIO
R R
L COMPONENT INPC IN
AUDIO OUT
(FIX)
PRPBY
L
VIDEO  IN
AUDIO RGB
PC/HDMI 1
AUDIO IN
(
MONO)
4
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
RL
(1080p/1080i/
720p/480p/480i)CABLE/
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)
Rear of TV HD15-HD15 cable 
(analog RGB)
Audio cable 
(stereo mini plugs)...

14 Connecting Other Equipment
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AUDIO
RL COMPONENT INPC IN
AUDIO OUT
(FIX)
PRPBY
L R
VIDEO  IN
AUDIO RGB
PC/HDMI 1
AUDIO IN
(
MONO)
4
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
RL
(1080p/1080i/
720p/480p/480i)CABLE/
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)
VIDEO  IN
VIDEO
AUDIOL
R
(MONO)
2
2
3
IN
Personal 
computerBlu-ray 
Disc Player/
“PS3”DVD 
playerDigital 
satellite 
receiverAnalog audio 
equipment 
(A/V Receiver/
HomeTheater)Digital 
cable boxAudio 
system Digital 
audio 
equipment CABLE/ANTENNA Digital recorderVCR/Game...

15
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).
(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...

16 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...

17
Getting Started
2Secure the TV to the stand.
Except KDL-32FA600 model
Use the optional hardware listed below (not supplied):
 M4 × 16 mm anchor bolt (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.
KDL-32FA600 model only
Use an optional Sony Support Belt...

18 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.
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...

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Operating the TV
Operating the TV
Using the Remote Control
To Insert Batteries into the Remote Control
Insert two size AAA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagram 
inside the battery compartment of the remote control.
Guidelines to follow
For KDL-32/40/46/55/60EX500, 
KDL-40/46/55EX501 models
Slide the cover 
to openFor KDL-32/40/46EX400, KDL-40/46EX401, 
KDL-32EX301, KDL-32FA600 models
Push to open
 Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor 
located on your...

20 Remote Control Button Description
ButtonDescription
1INPUTPress to display the list of External Inputs and TV 
mode. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs. 
See page 28.
2BRAVIA 
SyncThese buttons are used to control the equipment 
connected to the TV by using the Control for HDMI 
function (not available on all Control for HDMI 
equipment). Some other buttons on the remote control 
may also operate BRAVIA
® SyncTM equipment.
THEATER: Press to turn on and off the Theater 
Mode. The picture...