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Introducing Your New
BRAVIA®
LCD TV
Getting Started
Operating the TV
Using Features
Using the Menus
Other Information
Operating Instructions
Sony Customer Support
United States
1.800.222.SONY
Canada
1.877.899.SONY
Please Do Not Return
the Product to the Store
KDL-70R550A / 70R520A / 60R550A / 60R520A / 50R550A
Contents
Viewing 3D Video
Experiencing Stunning HD with Your
The Four Steps to a Stunning HD
When Installing the TV Against a Wall or
PC Input Signal Reference Chart for
Wide Mode with HDMI/MHL Input
Customer Support
United States
Canada
On-line Registration
United States
Canada
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®
Introducing Your New BRAVIA
®
Welcome to the World of BRAVIA
Thank you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the
documentation listed below to get the most out of your TV.
Safety Booklet
Quick Setup Guide
Contains precautionary measures to
keep you and your TV safe. Read
this information prior to setting up
your TV.
Provides TV setup information with
sample connection diagrams.
Operating Instructions
Provides the most detailed
information to operate your TV.
Experiencing Stunning HD with Your
BRAVIA
The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the
signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need
access to HD programming. Your BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD programming
from:
• Over-the-air broadcasting via HD-quality antenna
• HD cable subscription
• HD satellite subscription
• Blu-ray Disc™ player or other HD compatible external equipment
Contact your cable, satellite or HD service provider for information on upgrading to HD
programming.
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The Four Steps to a Stunning HD
Experience
Set, Source, Sound, and Setup
Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires a source of HD
programming, an HD sound system, and a proper connection setup. Refer to the Quick
Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for connecting optional equipment.
You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth
movement, and high-impact visuals from 1080 HD
signals as shown here.
When you compare a high-definition signal to a
standard analog signal, you will notice a big
difference in picture quality. If black bars appear as
shown here, press WIDE on the remote control to fill
the screen.
TV Feature Highlights
Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as:
➢ MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) input: You can connect your MHL device
➢ BRAVIA® Sync™: Allows your BRAVIA TV to communicate with other Sony
➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video icons to
access photo, music, and video files from DLNA Certified™ networked
➢ PIP (Picture in Picture): You can work on your PC and watch your favorite TV
➢ PAP (Picture and Picture): You can display two pictures (left and right) on the
➢ Favorites: Your favorite channels and inputs are at your finger tips for easy
➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your TV to automatically adjust the screen based on the
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➢ Input Selection: Allows you to easily switch between the connected equipment
➢ Scene Select: Allows you to easily adjust your TV to the most suitable picture
and sound settings based on the scenes for the best quality result for the
contents genre you are watching.
➢ Opera Apps: Opera Apps are typically video rich and designed to give the user
a comfortable “lean-back” experience without complex interactions requiring
typing or searching.
➢ DLNA: You can enjoy various content (e.g. photo/music/video files) stored on
DLNA Certified™ media servers. The home network feature allows you to enjoy
➢ Internet Video: Internet Video brings videos, movies and much more from the
➢ Browser: Allows you easily browse websites.
➢ Photo Frame: You can enjoy the large photo frame display with music.
➢ On Timer: Set timer to wake up TV automatically with preferred setting of input
and volume. You can also wake up with your favorite photo and music through
➢ Screen mirroring: “Screen mirroring” is a function to display the screen of a
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Getting Started
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, you will need to
attach the Table-Top Stand. You will need a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied) and the
supplied screws to complete the task. Look for the supplied Table-Top Stand instruction
leaflet.
Be sure to consider the following while setting up your TV:
• Disconnect all cables when carrying the TV.
• Carry the TV with the adequate number of people; larger size TVs require two or more people.
• Correct hand placement while carrying the TV is very important for safety and to avoid damage.
• Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the screen.
Be sure to hold the bottom of
the panel, not the front part.
KDL-70R550A/70R520A/60R550A/
60R520A
KDL-50R550A
• For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight.
• Avoid installing the TV in a room with reflective wall and floor materials.
• Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area. Sudden room temperature changes may
cause moisture condensation. This may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor color.
Should this occur, allow moisture to evaporate completely before powering the TV on.
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Attaching the Table-Top Stand
Refer to the supplied Table-Top Stand instruction leaflet for proper attachment.
• Be careful to not pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV set to the Table-
Top Stand.
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2
Place the TV set on the Table-Top Stand.
Fix the TV to the Table-Top Stand using the supplied screws. The arrow marks
indicate the location of the screw holes used for securing the Table-Top Stand.
KDL-70R550A/70R520A/60R550A/
60R520A
KDL-50R550A
• Hold the TV with one hand to avoid it dropping when attaching.
• Align the TV from the top, slide it in until the guide pins cannot be seen.
• If using an electric screwdriver, set the torque at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}.
• When detaching the Table-Top Stand, reverse the attaching procedure. Do not remove any
screws other than those used when attaching the Table-Top Stand.
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Locating Inputs and Outputs
Rear Panel
Side Panel
Item
Description
1 VIDEO IN/
This input port can be used as a composite video input (VIDEO) or as a
COMPONENT component video input (COMPONENT). For composite use, connect the
IN/R-AUDIO-L yellow jack to Y for video and use audio L (mono) and R for audio signal.
(MONO)
For component connection, use Y, P , P for video signals and also
B
R
connect the audio L (mono) and R for audio signal.
This TV can auto detect and switch between the VIDEO and COMPONENT
when VIDEO or COMPONENT is connected.
To set to auto detection, press HOME, select Settings, and then select the
Setup settings. Select the Video/Component Selection option in AV
Setup then set to Auto.
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HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed,
all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped
audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V
receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital
audio.
You can also connect your MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) device to
HDMI IN 2/MHL using an MHL cable. In addition, when you connect
BRAVIA Sync-compatible equipment, communication with the connected
device is supported.
HDMI IN 1
(ARC)
HDMI IN 2/MHL
HDMI IN 3
HDMI IN 4
If connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return
Channel (ARC) technology, use HDMI IN 1 (ARC). If not, an additional
connection with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary.
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Item
Description
3 CABLE/
RF input that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna.
ANTENNA
4 AUDIO OUT
Connects to the audio input jack of your analog audio equipment. You can
use this output to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.
5 LAN
You can enjoy contents stored in DLNA Certified™ devices via a network
(page 41), and also IPTV, applications and Internet Browser are available.
6 DIGITALAUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of digital audio equipment that is PCM/
OUT (OPTICAL) Dolby Digital compatible.
7 USB
Connects to USB equipment to access photo, music, and video files.
A standard USB mouse and USB keyboard can also be connected to the
USB ports. An USB mouse or USB keyboard can only operate while
navigating on the internet browser (page 45).
• An HDMI or Component video (YP P ) connection is required to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
B
R
and 1080p video formats. 1080/24p is available only with HDMI/MHL connection.
• Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo. We recommend that you
use a Sony HDMI cable (high speed type).
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Connecting the TV
Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System
You can enjoy high-definition and standard-definition digital programming (if available in
your area) along with standard-definition analog programming.
This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable (QAM
and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).
x Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)
75-ohm coaxial cable
Rear of TV
CABLE/ANTENNA
• It is strongly recommended that you connect the CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm
coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can easily be
affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in signal degradation.
Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System
Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to switch between the cable and over-the-
air antenna programming, as indicated below.
A/B RF Switch
A
B
Cable
Rear of TV
Antenna
CABLE/ANTENNA
• Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings
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HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box
You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable
service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you
connect this equipment to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input
located on the back of your TV.
x Shown with HDMI Connection
CATV/Satellite antenna cable
Rear of TV
HD cable box/
HD satellite box
HDMI cable
x Shown with Component Connection
CATV/Satellite antenna cable
Rear of TV
HD cable box/
HD satellite box
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
P
P
(red)
R
B
(blue)
Component video cable
Y (green)
Audio cable
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MHL Device
The MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) enables the TV to communicate with connected
MHL-compatible device. When connecting MHL-compatible device, TV simultaneously
charges the connected device while playing photo/music/video from it. You can use the
TV remote control to control the connected MHL-compatible device.
Side of TV
MHL device
Use authorized MHL 2 Cable with
MHL Logo (not supplied).
• You can continue normal usage of the connected MHL-compatible device (such as receiving
calls) depending on its capability.
• Some remote control functions may not be available depending on features of the connected
MHL-compatible device. Refer to the device manual for details.
• This product is officially MHL-certified for guaranteed operation with other MHL-certified
devices. If you encounter any problems when using the MHL function, consult the device
manufacturer for support.
• If Auto Input Change(MHL) is set to On, the TV automatically switches to HDMI IN 2/MHL from
other input when MHL-compatible device is connected to HDMI IN 2/MHL jack. The availability
of Auto Input Change(MHL) depends on whether the MHL-compatible device can support this
feature.
• The TV can connect to the MHL-compatible device via its MHL 2 connection.
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