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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)447765412 1_USUS01COV.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 4-477-654- 12 (1) LCD TV (Setup Guide) Operating Instructions XBR-65X850A / 55X850A Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: http://www.sony.ca/support United States Canada 1.800.222.SONY 1.877.899.SONY Please Do Not Return the[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)447765412 1_USUS02REG.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 2 CAUTION To prevent electr ic shock and blade exposure, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outle t unless the blades can be fully inserted. • Operate the TV o nly on 110-240 V AC (U.S.A./Cana da 120 V AC) •[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)447765412 1_USUS02REG.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 3 ~ • The illustrations of the remote control used in this manual are of the RM-YD087 unless otherwise stated. • The illustrations used in this manual may differ depending on your TV model. • Retain this manual for future reference. The 55 class ha[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)447765412 1_USUS02REG.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 4 The following chart shows the high-defini tion ( HD) and standard-definition (SD) video formats supported by your BRAVIA TV inputs. * 1 For details of supported formats , refer to the “Spec ifications” in this manual. * 2 For supported PC format s [...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)447765412 1_USUS02REG.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 5[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev -1)4477654121_USUS0 1TOC.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 6 About this manual (Operating Instructions) This manual explains how to se tup your TV. For more information on how t o use BRAVIA TV, refer to the “Ele ctronic manual”. Operating Instructions Electronic manual (i-Manual) Explains how to setup your[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev -1)4477654121_USUS0 1TOC.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 7 Table of Contents Getting Started Checking the accessories ........... ..... ................. .................. ................. ....8 Inserting batteries into the remote control. ................. ................. .............8 Before setting up[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 8 Getting Started Checking the accessories Remote control (1)* 1 One-touch Remote C ontrol (1)* 1 Size AAA batter ies (4) Table-Top St and (1)* 2 Fixing scre ws for Tabl e-Top Stan d (M5 × 12) (4) Active 3D Glasses (battery included) (4) Operating Instru[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 9 Getting Started ~ • One-touch Remote Control can only be used after registration wi th the TV. For more information on ho w to register, press i-MANUAL , then select “Table of Conte nts” t “Configuring Variou s Settings” t “General Settin gs[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 10 • Ensure that there are no objects in front of the TV. 1: Attaching the Table-Top Stand Refer to the supplied Tab le-Top Stand leaflet for proper attachme nt. ~ • Do not put stress on th e LCD panel or the frame around the screen. • Be careful to[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 11 Getting Started ~ • If using an electric screwd river, set the torque at approxim ately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}. To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV, remove the screws fixed in step 2. ~ • Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other [...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 12 Recommendation of the F type plug Projection of the in ner wire from the connection part must be less than 1.5 mm. x Shown with a Set Top Box with COMPONENT connection (Reference drawing of the F type plug) 1.5 mm max. 7 mm max. Set Top Box[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 13 Getting Started x Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System x Shown with MHL device with MHL connection The MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) enables the TV to communicate wi th a connected MHL-compatible device. The TV can charge the connected MHL-compa [...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 14 x Shown with BRAVIA ® Sync™ Basic Conne ction * 1 Rear of TV * 1 Blu-ray Disc HD Cable Box or HD Satellite Receiver * 1 A/V Receiver SAT (Dish) Cable/Ante nna * 1 Signifies a BRAVIA Sync c apable device. * 2 The optical connec tion is only needed fo[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 15 Getting Started x Shown with Basic Co nnection with Ho me Theater System VIDEO L R Rear of TV Cable/ Antenna or Blu-ray Disc/DVD SD Cable Box or SD Satellite Receiver Cable/SAT (Dish) Home Theater System *O p t i c a l Connection * The optical conn ect[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 16 x Shown with PC Connec tion with SD VCR/DVD Rear of TV PC DVD VCR Splitter Cable/Ante nna VCR/DVD Combo Rear of TV * DVI does no t support a udio signal s. Conne ct the audio output of the PC to the PC speakers or an A/V rece iver to listen to so und f[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 17 Getting Started 3: 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 T V to a wall and/or stand. ?[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 18 An alternative way to secure the TV is with an o ptional So ny Support Belt Kit. The Sony Support Belt Kit is available as an optional accessory, depending o n your TV model. The length of the M4 machine screw differs depending on the rope or chain dia[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 19 Getting Started 4: Bundling the cables Before bundling the cables, remove the cable holder from the AC cover. Reuse the cable h older to bun dle the other cable s. ~ • Do not bundle the AC power cord tog ether with other cables. * XBR-65X850A only 5:[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 20 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 networkin g in a cable-fr ee environmen t. Before setting up the wireless LAN func[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 21 Getting Started 3 Press V / v / B / b to select an item, then press . Follow the instructions on the sc reen. ~ • Home mode sets the TV to settings optimized fo r home viewing. 4 Scan for available channels. If yo u receive channels from a cable box [...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS03STU.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 22 Installing the TV against a wall or enclosed area Make sure that your TV has adequate ventilation. Allow en ough space around th e TV as shown in the illustration. ~ • Inadequate venti lation can lead to overheating of t he TV and may cause damage to[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)44776 54121_USUS04SAF.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 23 Using Your BRAVIA TV Using Your BRAVIA TV Watching TV 1 Turn on the TV. Press "/1 on the TV or POWER on the remote control to turn on the TV. 2 Select a TV channel or select an input. x To select digi tal channels Use 0-9 and . For example, to en[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)44776 54121_USUS04SAF.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 24 This feature lets you experience powerful 3D ent ertainment, such a s st ereosc opic 3D games and 3D Blu-ray Disc. Refer to the i-Manua l as we ll as the instruction manual suppl ied with the 3D Glasses on how to set the 3D settings or watch the 3D co[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)44776 54121_USUS04SAF.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 25 Using Your BRAVIA TV Selecting various functions and settings (Home Menu) You can select the f eatures of your TV from the Home menu. Here is an example on how to select an item and modify the TV settings. 1 Press HOME. 2 Press V / v to select Setting[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)44776 54121_USUS04SAF.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 26 The categories are available depen ding on your TV model, region and co untry. Category list Featured Provides information on available applications and con tent. If there is no network connection, or the Featured Disp lay setting is set to Off , the [...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)44776 54121_USUS04SAF.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 27 Using Your BRAVIA TV Watching Internet Video This feature serves as a gateway to Internet content, delivering a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to you r TV. You can en joy video content, including movi es and cartoons. You will need to mak[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS05OVR.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 28 Looking for Instruction s Looking for instructions in the electronic manual (i-Manual) Operating instr uctions are built into yo ur BRAVIA TV and can be displayed on the screen. To learn more abo ut your TV features, a ccess your i-Manu al with the tou[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS05OVR.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 29 Looking for Ins tructions You can save frequently viewed pages for easy access anytime. x To save a page In the page to bookmark, press the red button on the remote control. x To access the bookmark ed page When displaying the i-Manual, press th e blue[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477654121_USUS05OVR.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 30 You can switch between the i-Manual screen and the TV screen. This feature allows you to refer to the instru ctions 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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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477 654121_USUS06OPT.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 31 Additional Information Additional Information Troubleshooting When the illumination LED is flashin g in red, count how many times it flashes (interval time is three sec onds). Press "/1 on the TV to turn it off, disconnect th e AC power cord, and[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477 654121_USUS06OPT.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 32 How to care for your BRAVIA TV Safety is very import ant. Please read and foll ow the safety documentation (Safety Booklet) separately provided. Unplug the TV and other connected equipment from the wall outlet before you begin cleaning your TV. • Wi[...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477 654121_USUS06OPT.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 33 Additional Information Specifications System Television system NTSC: Am erican TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compli ant 8VSB QAM on cable: AN SI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD fun ctionality) Channel coverage Analog terrestrial: [...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477 654121_USUS06OPT.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 34 * Screen size, dimensions an d mass are appro ximate value s. • Optional accessorie s availability depen ds on countries/region/ TV model/stock. • Design and spe cifications a re subject t o change witho ut notice. Model name XBR- 65X850A 55X850A [...]

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    D:SONY TVSY130196_H35 (Rev-1)4477 654121_USUS07PRE.fm XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) 35 Additional Information Additional Information Safety Information FCC Relate d Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed [...]

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    XBR-65X850A/55X850A 4-477-654- 12 (1) For Your Convenience Online Registration: Be sure to register your TV. United States Canada http://productregistration.sony.com http://www.sony.ca/regist ration Software Updates: Your TV is capable of receiving software updates. Fo r the latest information about software upda tes for your TV, visit: United Stat[...]