Sony KDL-55W900A LCD TV Operating Instructions

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Getting Started
To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV, 
remove the screws   fixed in step 2. 
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Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any 
reason other than to install corresponding 
accessories on the TV.
When removing the Table-Top Stand from 
the TV, lay the display face down on a stable 
work surface that is larger than the TV.
To prevent damaging the surface of the LCD 
display, make sure to place a soft cloth on 
the...

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3: Connecting the TV
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Use an antenna cable connector no greater 
than 14 mm thick.
Use an HDMI cable connector within 12 mm 
(thickness) × 21 mm (width).
For more information on connections, refer to 
the i-Manual.
xShown with a Set Top Box with 
HDMI connection
Recommendation of the F type plug
Projection of the inner wire from the 
connection part must be less than 1.5 mm.
xShown with a Set Top Box with 
COMPONENT...

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Getting Started
xCable System or VHF/UHF Antenna 
System
xShown with MHL device with MHL 
connection
The MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) 
enables the TV to communicate with a 
connected MHL-compatible device. The TV 
can charge the connected MHL-compatible 
device while playing photo/music/video 
from it. You can use the TV remote control to 
control the connected MHL-compatible 
device.~
If Auto Input Change (MHL) is set to...

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xShown with HD BRAVIA® Sync™ Basic Connection
*1Rear of TV
*
1Blu-ray Disc
HD Cable Box or 
HD Satellite Receiver*
1A/V Receiver
SAT (Dish)
Cable/Antenna
*1Signifies a BRAVIA Sync capable device.
*2The optical connection is only needed for A/V receivers that do not support ARC (Audio Return Channel).
*2Optical Connection
*
1Rear of TV 

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Getting Started
xShown with HD Basic Connection with Home Theater System
VIDEO
L
R
Rear of TVCable/
Antenna
or
Blu-ray Disc/DVD
SD Cable Box or
SD Satellite Receiver
Cable/SAT 
(Dish) Home Theater System*Optical 
Connection
* The optical connection is only needed for home theater system that do not support ARC (Audio Return 
Channel) when connecting with HDMI.
Rear of TV
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xShown with PC Connection with SD VCR/DVD
Rear of TV
PC
DVD VCR Splitter
Cable/AntennaVCR/DVD Combo Rear of TV
* DVI does not support audio signals. Connect the audio output of the PC to the PC speakers or an A/V receiver 
to listen to sound from the PC.
*DVI
orNotebook PCSide Panel 

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Getting Started
4: 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.
 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...

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The length of the M4 machine screw 
differs depending on the rope or chain 
diameter. Please see below illustration.
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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
For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669
3Anchor the TV to the Wall.
Anchor the TV to the wall by using bolts, 
wall anchor and chain (or rope).
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Your TV is shipped with...

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Getting Started
6: Connecting the TV 
to the Internet
When you connect this TV to the Internet, 
you can enjoy multiple functions. For details 
on the functions, refer to the i-Manual.
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You will need to contract with an Internet 
service provider to connect to the Internet.
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For LAN connections, use a Category 7 
cable (not supplied).
The built-in wireless LAN device allows you 
to access the Internet and your home 
network....

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7: Running initial 
setup
1Complete your cable connections before 
proceeding with the Initial Setup. 
Connect the TV to your nearest power 
outlet.
2Press "/1 on the TV. The illumination 
LED will light up in white.
When you switch on the TV for the first 
time, the Language menu appears on 
the screen.
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When you turn on the TV for the first time, 
the TV requires some internal processing 
for optimization before you can...