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    D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279 _W 1 (Rev-1)426738512 1_USUS01COV.fm 4-267-38 5- 12 (1) KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) LCD Digital Color TV Setup Guide (Operating Instructions) Getting Started Using Your BRAVIA TV Network Setup Additional Info rmation KDL-46EX523 / 46E X521 / 46EX520 / 40E X523 / 40EX521 / 40EX 520 / 32EX523 / 32EX5 [...]

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    2 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W1 (Rev-1)4267385121_ USUS02REG.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) CAUTION To prevent electric shock and blade exposure, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension co rd, receptacle or other outlet unless the b lades can be fully inserted. • Operate the TV only on 110-240 V AC (U.S.A./Canad[...]

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    3 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W1 (Rev-1)4267385121_ USUS02REG.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) The following chart shows th e high-definition (HD) and standard-definition (SD) video formats supported by your BRAVIA TV inpu ts. * For supported PC formats refer to the i-Manual. The BRAVIA ® Full HDTV Experience Thank you for choo[...]

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    D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY027 9_W1 (Rev-1)4267385121_ USUS01TOC.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) 4 Getting Started Checking the accessories ............. ................ ... ......... .............. .............. .............. ........ 6 Inserting batteries into the remote control ... ................ .............. ............[...]

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    D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4 267385121_USUS01TOC.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) 5 This TV has a built-in manual (i-M anual). To access the i-Manual, press i-MANUAL on the remote control, and select an item. For details, see page 20 of this manual. Contents of the i-Manual may differ depending on the mo del/region/a[...]

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    6 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Checking the accessories Remote control (1) *1 Size AAA batteries (2) Table-Top Stand ( 1) *2 Fixing screws for Ta ble-Top Stand (M5 × 16) (3) Assembling screws for Table- Top Stand (M6 × 14) (4) (for KDL-46EX52x) Assembling screws[...]

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    7 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Getting Started Before setting up your TV Some TV models are packaged with a detached Table-Top Stand so you can mount your TV to a wall right away. If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, yo u will need to attach the Table-Top Sta[...]

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    8 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) B KDL-40/32EX521 (Mexico models) ~ • Align the TV from the top, slide it in u ntil the guide pins cannot be seen. 2 Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand. B KDL-46/40/32EX52x (e xcept KDL-40/32EX521 ([...]

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    9 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Getting Started B KDL-40/32EX521 (Mexico models) Angle adjustment (Tilt) ~ • Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the TV and stand when adjusting the angle. B KDL-46/40/32EX52x (except KDL-40/32EX521 (Mexico models)) B KDL-[...]

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    10 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Shown with a Set Top Bo x with COMPONENT connection Cable Syste m or VHF/UHF Antenna System Shown with H D BRAVIA ® Sync™ Basic Connection Set Top Box Cable or Antenna *Rear of TV *Blu-ray Disc HD Cable Box or HD Satellite Rece i[...]

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    11 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Getting Started Shown with HD Basic Connec tion with Home Theater System Shown with PC Connecti on with SD VCR/DVD Rear of TV Cable/ Antenna or Blu-ray Disc/ DVD SD Cable Box or SD Satellit e Receiver Cable/SAT (Dish) Home Theater S[...]

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    12 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) 4: Securing the TV Sony strongl y recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling over. Unsecured TVs may toppl e and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Preventing the TV from Toppling • Sec[...]

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    13 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Getting Started 3 Anchor the TV to the Wall. Anchor the TV to the wall by using bolts, wall anchor and chain (or rope). ~ • Your TV is shipped with screws attached to t he rear of the TV depending on the TV model. (They are fasten[...]

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    14 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) 6: Running initial setup 1 Complete your cable connections before proceeding with the Initial Setup . Connect the TV to your nearest power outlet. 2 Press 1 (power) on the TV. The " (power) indicator will light green. When you [...]

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    15 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267 385121_USUS03STU .fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Getting Started • Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-mount brack e t when attaching the mounting h ooks to the TV set. The supplied screws are designed so that they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length when measured from the [...]

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    16 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267385121_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Watching the TV Using Your BRAVIA TV 1 Turn on the TV. Press 1 (power) on the TV or I/ 1 on the remote control to turn on the TV. 2 Select a TV channel or select an input. To use the Guide Press GUIDE to disp lay the Rovi On Screen Gu[...]

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    17 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267385121_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Using Your BRAVIA TV Parts and controls of the remote control Use the supplied remote contr ol to control your TV. Basic remote control opera tions are explained here. For details on all of the remote contro l functions, press i-MANUA[...]

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    18 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267385121_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Selecting various functions and settings (Home Menu) You can select the features of your TV from the Hom e menu. See page 19 for the Home menu map. 1 Press HOME . 2 Press F / f / G / g / to select items. To select it ems in the Home m[...]

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    19 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267385121_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Using Your BRAVIA TV Home menu map After pressing HOME on the remote control, following icons are displayed as categories. The categories are available depending on your TV mo del, region, country and broadcasting conditions. TV You c[...]

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    20 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267385121_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Displaying Operating In structions (i-Manual) Operating instru ctions are built into your BR AVIA TV and can be displayed on the screen. To learn more about your TV features, acces s your i-Manual with the touch of a button. 1 Press i[...]

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    21 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)4267385121_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Using Your BRAVIA TV Description of th e i-Manual screen To use the bookmark The i-Manual has a bookmark function. Pages can be bookmarked with the color buttons, according to the instructions at the bottom of the screen . To access y[...]

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    22 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W1 (Rev-1)42673851 21_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) When you connect this TV to the Internet, you can enjoy multiple fun ctions: displaying a photograph that shows its location on the map, enjoying Internet video, etc. For details on the fun ctions, refer to the i-Manual. ~ • You wil[...]

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    23 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W1 (Rev-1)42673851 21_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Network Setup Setting up the Internet connection Using the network feature you can connect the TV to the Internet. The setup procedure differs depending o n the type of netwo rk and LAN router. Befo re setting up the Internet connecti[...]

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    24 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W1 (Rev-1)42673851 21_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) 3 Select Scan , then select a network from the list of scanned wireless networks. 4 Follow the instructions on the setup screen. ~ • If you use WPS for network setup, th e security settings of the wireless LAN router activate , and [...]

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    25 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W1 (Rev-1)42673851 21_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Network Setup 3 Select Check Connection . This may take several minutes. You cannot cancel the diagnostic after selecting Check Connection . Adjusting the server display settings You can select home network servers to be displayed on [...]

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    26 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)426738 5121_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Troubleshooting When the 1 (s tandby) indicator is flashing, coun t how many times it f lashes (interval time is t hree seconds). Press 1 (power) on the TV to turn it off, disconnect the AC power cord, and contact Sony Customer Suppo[...]

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    27 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)426738 5121_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Additional Information How to Care for Your BRAVIA Safety is very important . Pleas e read and follow the safety do cumentation (Safety Book let) separately provided. Unplug the TV and other c onnected equipment from the wall outlet [...]

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    28 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)426738 5121_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Specifications System Television syste m NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 20 00 (Does not include CableCAR D functionality) Channel coverage Analog terrestrial: 2 - 69[...]

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    29 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)426738 5121_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) Additional Information *1 Except KDL-40EX521 (Mexico model). *2 Mexico model. *3 Except KDL-32EX521 (Mexico model). *4 Download Acquisition Mode (DAM) is used for so ftware update s and/or collecting data for Rovi On Screen Guide. ?[...]

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    30 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0279_W 1 (Rev-1)426738 5121_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-EX523/EX521/EX520 4-267-385- 12 (1 ) For custom ers in Canad a This Class B digital apparatus complies wit h Canadian ICES-003. FCC Related Information This equipment has bee n tested and found to co mply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15[...]

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    For Your Convenience Online Registration: Be sure to register your TV. United States Canada http://productregistration.sony.com http://www.SonyStyle .ca/registration Software Updates: Your TV is capable of receiving software updates. Fo r the latest information about software upda tes for your TV, visit: United States Canada http://www.sony.com/tv [...]