Sony KDL-55W900A LCD TV Operating Instructions

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Getting Started
Using a Wall-Mount 
Bracket
Your TV can be mounted on a wall using a 
Wall-Mount Bracket (not supplied) out of the 
box as packaged. If the Table-Top Stand is 
attached to the TV, the TV may require 
detaching the Table-Top Stand; see 
page 11 (Detaching the Table-Top Stand 
from the TV). 
Prepare the TV for the Wall-Mount Bracket 
before making cable connections.
 Follow the instruction guide provided 
with the Wall-Mount Bracket for your 
model. Sufficient expertise is required in 
installing this TV, especially to determine 
the strength of the wall for withstanding 
the TV’s weight.
 The length of the screw for Wall-Mount 
Bracket differs depending on the 
mounting hook thickness. Please see 
below illustration.
 Be sure to store the unused screws and 
Table-Top Stand in a safe place until you 
are ready to attach the Table-Top Stand. 
Keep the screws away from small 
children.
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Read the supplied Safety Booklet for 
additional safety information.
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 in the illustration.
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Inadequate ventilation can lead to 
overheating of the TV and may cause 
damage to your TV or cause a fire.
8-12 mm
Screw
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear of 
TV set
Leave at least this much space around the set.
Installed with stand
4 inches
(10 cm)11 
7/8 inches
(30 cm)
4 inches
(10 cm)2 3/8 inches
(6 cm)
Installed on the wall
Leave at 
least this 
much space 
around the 
set.
4 inches
(10 cm)
4 inches (10 cm)4 inches
(10 cm) 11 
7/8 inches
(30 cm)
Never install the TV set as follows:
Air circulation is blocked. Air circulation is blocked.
Wall Wall 
						

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Using Your BRAVIA TV
Watching TV
1Turn on the TV.
Press "/1 on the TV or POWER on the remote 
control to turn on the TV.
2Select a TV channel or select an 
input.
xTo select digital channels
Use 0-9 and  . For example, to enter channel 
2.1:
Press ,  and , then press .
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See below illustration for location of the CH+/-, 
, V/v/B/b, ,  and HOME buttons on the
 TV.
1
2
21or or
+/-
Rear of TV 
						

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Using Your BRAVIA TV
This feature lets you experience powerful 3D entertainment, such as stereoscopic 3D games 
and 3D Blu-ray Disc. Refer to the i-Manual as well as the instruction manual supplied with the 
3D Glasses on how to set the 3D settings or watch the 3D contents.
Watching 3D contents
Frequently used buttons
1
2
3
4
5
1PIC OFF
Turns picture off, and sound remains on.
2Color buttons
When the color buttons are available, an 
operation guide appears on the screen.
3JUMP
You can jump back and forth between two 
channels or inputs. The TV alternates 
between the current channel or input and the 
last channel or input that was selected.
4DISPLAY
Displays channel number, details of 
programs, and the clock.
5SUBTITLE/CC
You can turn closed captions/subtitles on/off. 
						

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Selecting various functions and 
settings (Home Menu)
You can select the features of your TV from the Home menu.
Here is an example on how to select an item and 
modify the TV settings.
1Press HOME.
2Press V/v to select Settings 
category.
The contents of Settings are displayed 
horizontally.
See page 25 (Category list) for all categories. 
3Press B/b to select a desired 
setting item, then press  .
4Modify the settings.
xTo exit the Home menu
Press HOME. 
xTo select using the OPTIONS button
Press OPTIONS.
A list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts 
are displayed. The menu items vary based on the 
current input and/or content.
2, 3
1
OPTIONS 
						

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Using Your BRAVIA TV
The categories are available depending on your TV model, region and country.
Category list
FeaturedProvides information on available applications and content.
If there is no network connection, or the Featured Display setting is 
set to Off, the Featured category will not be displayed.
HistoryDisplays recently viewed items.
TVAllows you to select a list of TV channels, or a program guide. 
Program guide is available depending on your TV model or region.
A list of channels registered as favorites in the TV category are 
displayed.
ApplicationsLaunches applications that require an Internet connection, including 
Media Player which does not require an Internet connection.
A list of applications registered as favorites in the Applications 
category are displayed.
Connected DevicesEnables selection of devices connected to the TV.
SettingsProvides settings (e.g. picture settings, sound settings, key tone 
setting) that allow you to customize your TV.
Category 
						

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Watching Internet Video
This feature serves as a gateway to Internet content, delivering a variety of on-demand 
entertainment straight to your TV. You can enjoy video content, including movies and cartoons. 
You will need to make a broadband Internet connection. For details, see page 19 
(6: Connecting the TV to the Internet).
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If you experience difficulties with this feature, check that the Internet connection is set up properly.
The interface to Internet content depends on the Internet content providers.
Services block video content based on the Parental Lock setting of the TV. Some service 
providers do not support this function.
To update Internet Video content services, press HOME, then select Settings t Network t 
Refresh Internet Content.
1Press HOME. 
2Press V/v to select Applications 
category.
3Press B/b to select All 
Applications, then press  .
4Press V/v/B/b to select the 
desired service, then press  .2, 3, 4
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Looking for Instructions
Looking for Instructions
Looking for instructions in the 
electronic manual (i-Manual)
Operating instructions are built into your BRAVIA TV and can be displayed on the screen.
To learn more about your TV features, access your i-Manual with the touch of a button.
1Press i-MANUAL.
2Select an item.
1Press B/b to select an item.
2Press V/v/B/b to select an item, then press 
.
* If an arrow mark appears, press v repeatedly to 
display more items.
1
2
RETURN
Arrow mark*
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You can save frequently viewed pages for 
easy access anytime.
xTo save a page
In the page to bookmark, press the red 
button on the remote control.
xTo access the bookmarked page
When displaying the i-Manual, press the 
blue button on the remote control to display 
the bookmark list. Press V/v to select the 
desired item, then press  .
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To return to the previous screen, press 
RETURN. 
xTo remove a bookmark
When the bookmarked page is displayed, 
press the red button on the remote control. The page of the selected item appears.
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If your TV is connected to the Internet, you 
can check for latest FAQ (Frequently Asked 
Questions). Refer to “Troubleshooting” in the 
i-Manual, select “Frequently Asked 
Questions” and then follow the instructions 
on the screen. (Available in English and for 
United States only)
You can step through pages using B/b.
Press RETURN to return to the previous 
page.
Saving frequently viewed 
pages (Bookmark) 
						

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Looking for Instructions
You can switch between the i-Manual 
screen and the TV screen. This feature 
allows you to refer to the instructions in the 
i-Manual while using your BRAVIA TV. Press 
i-MANUAL to switch between the i-Manual 
screen previously displayed and the TV 
screen.
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To jump to the top page of i-Manual, press 
the yellow button on the remote control. You 
can also press HOME, then select Settings 
t i-Manual to jump to the top page of 
i-Manual.
Once you turn off the TV or the TV goes to 
standby mode, the i-Manual will be 
displayed from the top page when you select 
i-Manual.
Displaying the page again 
while operating the TV
i-Manual screen previously displayed
BRAVIA TV screen 
						

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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
When the illumination LED is flashing in red, count how many times it flashes 
(interval time is three seconds).
Press "/1 on the TV to turn it off, disconnect the AC power cord, and contact Sony Customer 
Support (information provided on the front cover) with how many times the indicator flashes.
When the illumination LED is not flashing, check the items in the table as 
follows.
Also refer to “Troubleshooting” in the i-Manual. If the problem persists, contact Sony Customer 
Support (information provided on the front cover).
ConditionExplanation/Solution
There is no picture (screen 
is dark) and no sound.Check the antenna/cable connection.
Connect the TV to the AC power, and press "/1 on the 
TV or POWER on the remote control.
Some programs cannot be 
tuned.Check the antenna.
The remote control does not 
function.Replace the batteries.
Your TV may be in SYNC mode. 
Press SYNC MENU, select TV Control and then 
select Home (Menu) or Options to control the TV.
The Parental Lock 
password has been 
forgotten.Enter 4357 for the PIN code. (PIN code 4357 is always 
accepted.)
The TV and its surrounding 
become warm.When the TV is used for an extended period of time, 
the TV and its surroundings may become warm to 
touch. This is not a malfunction of the TV.
How to reset the TV to 
factory settingsTurn on the TV. While holding down V on the remote 
control, press "/1 on the TV. (The TV will turn itself off, 
then back on again.) Release V. 
WARNING: The reset will clear all of your customized 
settings including the Parental Lock setting. 
Frozen audio or video, a 
blank screen, or the TV 
does not respond to TV or 
remote control buttons. Perform a simple reset of the TV by unplugging the 
AC power cord for two minutes, then plug it in again.