SONY BRAVIA KDL-48W608B (01) PDF MANUAL

SONY BRAVIA KDL-48W608B (01) PDF SUMMARY:

What should I do before operating the TV for the first time?

Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety Information” section in the manual. Also, ensure you have thoroughly read the entire manual and retain it for future reference.

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Where can I find the TV Model Number, Power Supply rating and Manufacturing date?

Labels for the TV Model No., Power Supply rating (in accordance with applicable safety regulation), and Manufacturing date are located on the rear of the TV.

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Where can I find the AC Adapter Model No. and Serial No.?

Labels for the AC adapter Model No. and Serial No. are located at the bottom of the AC adapter.

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How should the TV be positioned for safety?

If a television is not positioned in a sufficiently stable location, it can be potentially hazardous. Use cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer, and only use furniture that can safely support the television. Ensure the TV is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture, and do not place it on tall furniture without anchoring both the furniture and TV. Do not place on cloth or other materials between the TV and supporting furniture.

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What are some safety precautions about the installation location?

The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible AC power outlet (mains socket). Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions in the manual to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock, damage, and/or injuries. Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.

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How should I handle the AC power cord and outlet?

Handle the AC power cord (mains lead) and outlet (mains socket) as follows to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage: * Use only Sony-supplied AC power cords, not those of other brands. * Insert the plug fully into the AC power outlet. * Operate the TV set on a 110-240 V AC supply only. * Disconnect the AC power cord from the outlet before working on or moving the TV set. * Keep the AC power cord away from heat sources. * Unplug the AC power plug and clean it regularly.

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What precautions should I take with the AC Adapter?

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the apparatus to rain or moisture and don’t place objects with liquids on it. Do not install it in confined space. Ensure the outlet is easily accessible. Use the supplied AC adapter and AC power cord. Do not coil the AC power cord around the AC adapter. Do not touch it with wet hands. If you notice an abnormality, disconnect it immediately from the outlet. The set is not disconnected from the AC source as long as it is connected to the outlet, even if the set itself is turned off. The AC adapter will become warm when used for a long period of time.

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What locations or environments should be avoided when using the TV?

Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or situations such as:

• Outdoors
• At the seashore, on a ship or other vessel
• Inside a vehicle
• In medical institutions
• Unstable locations
• Near water, rain, moisture or smoke.
• Places that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where insects may enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical vibration.
• Near flammable objects (candles, etc.). *In a room with oily smoke or steam (near cooking tables or humidifiers).

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Can exposing the screen to direct sunlight affect the picture quality?

Yes, for best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight.

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What should I do if I move the TV from a cold to a warm area?

Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area. Sudden room temperature changes may cause moisture condensation, which can result in poor picture and/or color. Allow moisture to evaporate completely before powering the TV on.

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What are some prohibited usages to prevent malfunction?

Don’t install/use the set in locations, environments, or situations that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where insects may enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical vibration, near flammable objects. The set should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids. Do not place the TV in humid or dusty space. Do not install the TV in places subject to extreme temperature, such as in direct sunlight, near a radiator or a heating vent.

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How should I handle the TV in specific situations to prevent damage?

Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet removed, or with attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Disconnect the set from AC outlet and antenna during lightning storms. Do not install the TV so that it sticks out into an open space.

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What should I do if parts of the TV are broken?

Do not throw anything at the TV set. If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch it until you have unplugged the AC power cord.

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What if I will not be using the TV for a long period?

If not in use for several days, disconnect it from the AC power for environmental and safety reasons. Since the TV is not disconnected when turned off, pull the plug to fully disconnect. Note some TVs may have features requiring standby mode.

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What precautions should be taken regarding children and the TV?

Do not allow children to climb on the TV set. Keep small accessories out of the reach of children, so that they are not mistakenly swallowed.

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What should I do if the AC power cord is damaged, the AC power outlet fitting is poor, the TV is damaged, or something falls into the cabinet?

Turn off the TV set and unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) immediately. Ask your dealer or Sony service center to have it checked by qualified service personnel.

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Why does my LCD monitor/TV panel feel warm/hot?

When the LCD Monitor is used for an extended period, the panel surrounds become warm.

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How do I install the Wall-Mount Adapter correctly and safely?

Below is the correct handling of the Wall-Mount Adapter:

• Subcontract the installation to licensed contractors.
• Keep small children away during installation.
• Subcontract moving or dismounting of the TV to licensed contractors.
• Do not remove screws, etc., after mounting the TV.
• Do not make alterations to the parts of the Wall-Mount Adapter.
• Do not mount any equipment other than the specified product.
• Do not apply any load other than the TV on the Wall-Mount Adapter. *Do not lean on or hang from the TV.
• Do not handle the TV with excessive force during cleaning or maintenance.

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How should Sony dealers and contractors safely install the Wall-Mount Adapter?

• Do not install the Wall-Mount Adapter on wall surfaces where the corners or the sides of the TV are protruding away from the wall surface. *Do not install the TV over or under an air conditioner.
• Be sure to install it following instructions.
• Use the supplied screws and attachment parts properly.

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What precautions should be taken to prevent damage to the screen and cabinet?

• Avoid using abrasive pads, alkaline/acid cleaners, scouring powder, or volatile solvents.
• Maintain periodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings.
• When adjusting the angle, move it slowly to prevent slipping.

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What safety precautions should I follow when handling and cleaning the TV screen and cabinet?

Be sure to unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) connected to the TV set from AC power outlet (mains socket) before cleaning. To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution. Never spray water or detergent directly on the TV set.

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How should I handle the remote control with care?

Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries. Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and new batteries. Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind onto it. Do not place the remote control in a location near a heat source, a place subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.

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How do I connect other devices using an HDMI cable?

Insert the HDMI cable into the HDMI IN port on the TV, ensuring the cable is within the specified size limits (< 21 mm and < 12 mm as shown in diagram on PDF). Connect the other end to the HDMI OUT port of your device.

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How to connect with AV composite cables?

Connect the cable to R-AUDIO-L(MONO) VIDEO, VIDEO IN 1.

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How do I connect with component cables?

Connect the component cables to the R-AUDIO-L(MONO), PR, PB, and Y ports under COMPONENT IN / VIDEO IN 2.

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How do I connect devices to the TV? You can connect with an HDMI Cable, component cables or AV composite cables.

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What do I need to consider when installing the TV to the Wall?

Make sure that the wall has enough space for the TV and is capable of supporting a weight of at least four times that of the TV. Use the Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL450 (not supplied). When installing the Wall-Mount Bracket, also refer to the Operating Instructions and Installation Guide supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket.

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How do you install a TV to the wall using the SU-WL450?

This TV’s instruction manual only shows the steps on preparing the installation of the TV before installing to the wall.

1. Make sure the wall can support the TV’s weight.
2. Attach the Attachment parts for the Wall-Mount Bracket.
3. Connect the necessary cables to the TV.
4. Bundle the AC Adapter with cable holders.

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How to install to wall if in India?

1. Prepare necessary items.
2. Ensure the wall supports 4x the TV’s weight.
3. Mark the paper template for the TV screen center.
4. Tape the template and drill holes.
5. Remove the template.
6. Mount the base with screws.
7. Attach parts to the TV.
8. Connect and bundle cables.
9. Install TV on the wall.

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What do I do if the LED indicator is flashing red?

Count how many times it flashes (interval time is three seconds). Reset the TV by disconnecting the AC power cord (mains lead) from the TV for two minutes, then turn on the TV. If the problem persists, contact your dealer.

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What if there is no picture and the screen is dark?

Check the antenna (aerial)/cable connection and connect the TV to AC power, then press the power button.

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Why can’t I tune to some programs?

Check the antenna (aerial).

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What do I do if the remote control doesn’t work?

Replace the batteries. Also, check if your TV is in SYNC mode. If so, press SYNC MENU, select [TV Control], and then select [Home (Menu)] or [Options] to control the TV.

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What do I do if I forgot the Parental Lock password?

Enter 9999 for the PIN code. (PIN code 9999 is always accepted.)

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What should I do if I see frozen audio/video, a blank screen, or unresponsiveness?

Perform a simple reset of the TV by unplugging the AC power cord (mains lead) for two minutes, then plug it in again.

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How do I connect to a wireless router if WPS fails?

If you use WEP security, select [Easy] → [Wi-Fi] → [Connect by scan list]. Then, select the network name (SSID) you want to connect.

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What do I do if I cannot find the required network name during setup?

Select [[Manual Entry]] and press the enter button to enter the network name.

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What are the specifications for the KDL-48W600B and KDL-40W600B models?

Here is the specifications table:

Specification	KDL-48W600B	KDL-40W600B
Panel System	LCD, LED backlight	LCD, LED backlight
TV System	Analogue, Digital	Analogue, Digital
Colour/Video System	PAL, SECAM, NTSC	PAL, SECAM, NTSC
Channel Coverage	UHF/VHF/Cable, Digital	UHF/VHF/Cable, Digital
Sound Output	8W + 8W	8W + 8W
Wireless technology	Protocol IEEE802.11a/b/g/n	Protocol IEEE802.11a/b/g/n
Antenna (aerial)/cable	75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF	75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
VIDEO IN 1	Video/Audio input (phono jacks)	Video/Audio input (phono jacks)
COMPONENT IN	YPBPR	YPBPR
VIDEO IN 2	Video input	Video input
HDMI IN 1, 2, 3, 4	Video, Audio, ARC, MHL	Video, Audio, ARC, MHL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)	Digital optical jack	Digital optical jack
HDMI 3 AUDIO IN	Analogue audio input	Analogue audio input
AUDIO OUT	Audio output, Headphone jack, Subwoofer	Audio output, Headphone jack, Subwoofer
USB port	1, 2	1, 2
USB	HDD device port, USB port	HDD device port, USB port
AC adapter input	DC IN 19.5 V	DC IN 19.5 V
LAN	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX connector	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX connector
Operating Temperature	0 °C – 40 °C	0 °C – 40 °C
Operating Humidity	10% – 80% RH	10% – 80% RH
Power Requirements	19.5 V DC with AC adapter	19.5 V DC with AC adapter
	Input 110 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz	Input 110 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Screen Size (diagonal)	48 inches / 120.9 cm	40 inches / 101.6 cm
Display Resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels	1920 x 1080 pixels
Power Consumption	75 W	75 W
Dimensions	1,086 × 675 × 181 mm	926 × 584 × 162 mm
Mass	10.3 kg	7.9 kg