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    D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390 _W 4 (Rev-4)427040113 1_USUS01COV.fm 4-270-40 1- 13 (1) KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) LCD Digital Color TV Setup Guide (Operating Instruction s) Getting Started Using Your BRAVIA TV Network Setup Additional Info rmation KDL-60NX720 / 55HX82 0 / 55NX720 / 46HX82 0 / 46NX720 X[...]

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    2 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)4270401131_ USUS02REG.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (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. • Some peopl e may expe [...]

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    3 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)4270401131_ USUS02REG.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR ® qualified in the “Home” mode. It meets stric t energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a join[...]

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    4 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)4270401131_ USUS02REG.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) The following chart shows the high-definition (HD) and stand ard-definition (SD) vid eo formats supported by your BRA VIA TV inputs. * For supported PC formats refer to the i-Manual. The BRAVIA ® Full HDTV E[...]

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    5 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)4270401131_ USUS02REG.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 )[...]

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    D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY039 0_W4 (Rev-4)4270401131_ USUS01TOC.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) 6 Getting Started Checking the accessories ............. .............. ..... ...... ........... ........... ........... ............ ........ 8 Inserting batteries into the remote control ... ................[...]

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    D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4 270401131_USUS01TOC.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) 7 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 28 of this manual. Contents of the i-Manual may differ depen[...]

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    8 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Checking the accessories Remote control (1) *1 Size AAA batteries (2) Table-Top Stand ( 1) *2 (except XBR-65HX929) Fixing screws for Ta ble-Top Stand (M5 × 16) (3) (except XBR-65HX929/KDL-6 0NX720) Assembl[...]

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    9 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Getting Started • If you are having problems with the remote control, reinsert or replace your batteries and make sure that they are correctly inserted. Before setting up your TV Some TV models are packag[...]

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    10 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) 1: Attaching the Table-Top Stand (except XBR-65HX929) Refer to the supplied Tab le-Top Stand instruction leaflet fo r proper attachment. ~ • Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the sc [...]

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    11 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Getting Started Detaching th e Table-Top Stand from the TV To detach the Table- Top Stand fr om the TV, remove the screws fixed in step 2. For KDL-60NX720, be sure to remove the screws for detaching the he[...]

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    12 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) 3: Connecting the TV ~ • Use an antenna cable connector no greater than 14 mm thick. • Use an HDMI cable connector within 12 mm (thickness) × 21 mm (width). Shown with a Set Top Box with HDMI connecti[...]

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    13 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Getting Started Shown with a Set Top Box with COMPONENT connection B XBR-65HX929 B Except XBR-65HX929 Set Top Box Set Top Box Video/Component Adapt er (supplied) (Continued)[...]

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    14 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System B XBR-65HX929 B Except XBR-65HX929 Shown with H D BRAVIA ® Sync™ Basic Connection B XBR-65HX929 Cable or Antenna Cable or Antenna *Rear of TV *Blu-ray Disc HD Cabl[...]

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    15 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Getting Started B Except XBR-65HX929 *Rear of TV *Blu-ray Disc HD Cable Box or HD Satellit e Receiver *A/V Receiver SAT (Dish) Cable/ Antenna *Side Panel * Signifi es a BRAVIA Sync capable device. ** The o[...]

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    16 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Shown with HD Basic Conn ection with Home The ater System B XBR-65HX929 B Except XBR-65HX929 Rear of TV Cable/ Antenna or Blu-ray Disc/DVD SD Cable Box or SD Satellit e Receiver Cable/SAT (Di sh) Home Thea[...]

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    17 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Getting Started Shown with PC Connecti on with SD VCR/DVD B XBR-65HX929 B Except XBR-65HX929 Rear of TV Side Panel PC DVD VCR Splitter Cable/Antenna VCR/DVD Combo Notebook PC or Rear of TV Side Panel PC DV[...]

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    18 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (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 t[...]

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    19 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Getting Started An alternative way to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Bel t Kit. The Sony Support Belt Kit is available as an optional accessory, depending on your TV model. The length of th[...]

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    20 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) 5: Bundling the cables ~ • Before bundling the cabl es, remove the cable holder from the AC cover (see step 1 and 2). Reuse the cable holder (see step 3) to bundle the other cables (see step 4). • Do n[...]

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    21 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Getting Started Follow the instructions on the screen. ~ • The ENERGY SAVING switch must be on ( z ) to set the clock and obtain program information for the Rovi On Screen Guide. • Home mode sets the T[...]

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    22 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Allo w enough space around the TV as shown in the illustration . ~ • Inadequate ventilation can lead to [...]

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    23 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270 401131_USUS03STU .fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 )[...]

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    24 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270401131_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Watching the TV Using Your BRAVIA TV 1 Turn on the TV. 1 Check the ENERGY SAVING switch is set to on ( z ). 2 Press 1 (power) on the TV or I/ 1 * on the remote control to turn on the TV. (You may use the I/ [...]

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    25 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270401131_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (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[...]

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    26 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270401131_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Selecting various functions and settings (Home Menu) You can select the features of your TV from the Hom e menu. See page 27 for the Home menu map. 1 Press HOME . 2 Press F / f / G / g / to select items. To [...]

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    27 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270401131_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (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 broadc[...]

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    28 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270401131_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (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 t[...]

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    29 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270401131_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (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 [...]

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    30 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)4270401131_USUS04SAF.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Programming the Remote Control (For RM-YD057 and RM-YD 067 remote control users) Y our remote control can be programmed to use other equip ment and is pre-programmed to operate the follo wing Sony e quipment[...]

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    31 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)42704011 31_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Network Setup When you connect this TV to the Internet, you can enjoy multiple function s: displaying a photograph that sh ows its location on the map, enjoying In ternet video, etc. For details on the funct[...]

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    32 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)42704011 31_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Preparing a wireless LAN The built-in wirele ss LAN device allows you to access the Internet and your home network. With this feature, you can connect to a wireless LAN and enjoy the benefits of networking i[...]

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    33 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)42704011 31_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Network Setup Type 1: Secured network with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) The WPS standard makes security of a wireless home network as straightforward as pressing the WPS button on the wireless LAN router. Bef[...]

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    34 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W4 (Rev-4)42704011 31_USUS05OVR.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Type 4: Wired network setup Enter the respective alp hanumeric values for your router if n ecessary. The items that need to be set (e.g. IP Address, Subne t Mask, DHCP) may differ depending on the Internet s[...]

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    35 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)427040 1131_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Additional Information Troubleshooting When the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing, count how many times it flashes (interval t ime is thre e seconds) . Press 1 (power) on the TV to turn it off, disconnect t[...]

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    36 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)427040 1131_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) How to Care for Your BRAVIA Safety is very important. Please read and fo llow the safety documentation (Safety Booklet) separately provided . Unplug the TV and other connected equi pment from the wall outle[...]

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    37 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)427040 1131_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Additional Information 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 function[...]

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    38 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)427040 1131_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) *1 For HX929 model series, when Control4 is set to On , control by BRAVIA Sync will be disabled. *2 Download Acquisition Mode (DAM) is used for so ftware updates and/or co llecting data for Rovi On Screen G[...]

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    39 D:Cmeng's JOBSONY TVSY0390_W 4 (Rev-4)427040 1131_USUS06OPT.fm KDL-60/55/46NX72 0/55/46HX820/XBR-6 5/55/46HX929 4-270-401- 13 (1 ) Additional Information For custom ers in Can ada This Class B digital apparatus complies wit h Canadian ICES-003. Pour les cl ients résida nt au Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme ?[...]

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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 [...]