Sony KDL-50W805B: IMPORTANT NOTICE

Transporting

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• Before transporting the TV set, disconnect all cables.

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• Two or three people are needed to transport a large TV set.

This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony

• When transporting the TV set by hand, hold it as shown below.

Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.

Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the

Inquiries related to product compliance based on European

screen.

Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized

representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse

61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee

matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate

service or guarantee documents.

Notice for Wireless Signal

Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that

this unit is in compliance with the

• When transporting the TV set, do not subject it to jolts or

essential requirements and other relevant

excessive vibration.

provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

• When transporting the TV set for repairs or when moving, pack

For details, please access the following URL:

it using the original carton and packing material.

http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Topple prevention

Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable

to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives.

• Before install the machine screw, lay the display face down on a

stable work surface that is larger than the TV.

TV wireless system may be operated in following countries:

• To prevent damaging the surface of the LCD display, make sure

AT, BE, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IE, IT, LV, LT, LU, MT,

to place a soft cloth on the work surface.

NL, PL, PT, SK, SI, ES, SE, GB, IS, LI, NO, CH, BG, RO, TR, AL, BA, MK,

Ventilation

MD, RS, ME

• Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the

This equipment can be operated in other non-European

cabinet.

countries.

• Leave space around the TV set as shown below.

• It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony Wall-Mount

Bracket in order to provide adequate air-circulation.

Safety information

Installed on the wall

WARNING

Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as

sunshine, fire or the like.

Installation/Set-up

Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions

below in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage

and/or injuries.

Installed with stand

Installation

• The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains

socket.

• Place the TV set on a stable, level surface to avoid it from falling

down and cause personal injury or damage to the TV.

• Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall

installations.

• For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use

Sony accessories, including:

 Wall-Mount Bracket

• To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection of dirt or

• Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket

dust:

when attaching the Mounting Hooks (Stand) to the TV set. The

 Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, backwards, or

supplied screws are designed as indicated by illustration when

sideways.

measured from the attaching surface of the Mounting Hook

 Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, bed or in a closet.

(Stand).

 Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, such as curtains, or items

The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the

such as newspapers, etc.

Wall-Mount Bracket model.

 Do not install the TV set as shown below.

Use of screws other than those supplied may result in internal

damage to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc.

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Mains lead

Environment:

Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any

• Places that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where insects

risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:

may enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical vibration,

 Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other suppliers.

near flammable objects (candles, etc.). The TV set shall not be

 Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.

exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with

 Operate the TV set on a 220-240 V AC supply only.

liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the TV.

 When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your

• Do not place the TV in a humid or dusty

safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables.

space, or in a room with oily smoke or

 Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket before

steam (near cooking tables or

working on or moving the TV set.

humidifiers). Fire, electric shock, or

 Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.

warping may result.

 Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is

covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may

• Do not install the TV in places subject to extreme temperature

deteriorate, which could result in a fire.

such as in direct sunlight, near a radiator or a heating vent. The

TV may overheat in such condition which can cause

Note

deformation of the enclosure and/or TV malfunction.

• Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.

• Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The core

conductors may be exposed or broken.

• Do not modify the mains lead.

• Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.

• Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the

mains lead.

Situation:

• Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket.

• Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet removed,

• Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.

or with attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

Disconnect the TV set from mains socket and aerial during

NOTE ON MAINS ADAPTOR

lightning storms.

Warning

• Do not install the TV so that it sticks out

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this

into an open space. Injury or damage

apparatus to rain or moisture.

from a person or object bumping into the

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with

TV may result.

liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Do not install this

equipment in a confined space, such as a bookshelf or similar

unit.

• Please ensure that the mains socket is installed near the

Broken pieces:

equipment and shall be easily accessible.

• Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may break

• Be sure to use the supplied mains adaptor and mains lead.

by the impact and cause serious injury.

• Do not use any other mains adaptor. It may cause a

• If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you have

malfunction.

unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock may result.

• Connect the mains adaptor to an easily accessible mains socket.

• Do not coil the mains lead around the

When not in use

mains adaptor. The core wire may be cut

and/or it may cause a malfunction of the

• If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set

media receiver.

should be disconnected from the mains for environmental and

safety reasons.

• As the TV set is not disconnected from the mains when the TV

• Do not touch the mains adaptor with wet hands.

set is just turned off, pull the plug from the mains to disconnect

• If you notice an abnormality in the mains adaptor, disconnect it

the TV set completely.

from the mains socket immediately.

• However, some TV sets may have features that require the TV

• The set is not disconnected from the mains source as long as it

set to be left in standby to work correctly.

is connected to the mains socket, even if the set itself has been

turned off.

• As the mains adaptor will become warm when it is used for a

For children

long time, you may feel hot when touching it by hand.

• Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.

• Keep small accessories out of the reach of children, so that they

Prohibited Usage

are not mistakenly swallowed.

Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or

situations such as those listed below, or the TV set may

If the following problems occur...

malfunction and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage and/or

Turn off the TV set and unplug the mains lead immediately if any

injuries.

of the following problems occur.

Location:

Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by

qualified service personnel.

• Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the seashore, on a ship or other

vessel, inside a vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable

When:

locations, near water, rain, moisture or smoke.

 Mains lead is damaged.

• If the TV is placed in the changing room of

 Poor fitting of mains socket.

a public bath or hot spring, the TV may be

 TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit or having something

damaged by airborne sulphur, etc.

thrown at it.

 Any liquid or solid object falls through openings in the cabinet.

About LCD Monitor Temperature

• For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct

illumination or sunlight.

When the LCD Monitor is used for an extended period, the panel

• Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area. Sudden

surrounds become warm. You may feel hot when touching there

room temperature changes may cause moisture condensation.

by the hand.

This may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor colour.

Should this occur, allow moisture to evaporate completely

before powering the TV on.

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WALL-MOUNT BRACKET

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Below information shows the correct handling of the Wall-Mount

Bracket. Be sure to read this information thoroughly and use the

Viewing the TV

Wall-Mount Bracket correctly.

• Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain,

To Customers:

fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images or playing

Be sure to observe the following precautions for safety to prevent

stereoscopic 3D games. Sony recommends that all viewers take

a serious injury through fire, electric shock, the product toppling

regular breaks while watching 3D video images or playing

over, or the product dropping.

stereoscopic 3D games. The length and frequency of necessary

• Be sure to subcontract the installation to licensed contractors

breaks will vary from person to person. You must decide what

and keep small children away during installation.

works best. If you experience any discomfort, you should stop

• Be sure to subcontract moving or dismounting of the TV to

watching the 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D

licensed contractors.

games until the discomfort ends; consult a doctor if you believe

• Do not remove screws, etc., after mounting the TV.

necessary. You should also review (i) the instruction manual of

• Do not make alterations to the parts of the Wall-Mount Bracket.

any other device or media used with this television and (ii) our

• Do not mount any equipment other than the specified product.

website (http://support.sony-europe.com/) for the latest

• Do not apply any load other than the TV on the Wall-Mount

information. The vision of young children (especially those

Bracket.

under six years old) is still under development. Consult your

• Do not lean on or hang from the TV.

doctor (such as a paediatrician or eye doctor) before allowing

• Do not handle the TV with excessive force during cleaning or

young children to watch 3D video images or play stereoscopic

maintenance.

3D games. Adults should supervise young children to ensure

To Sony Dealers and Contractors:

they follow the recommendations listed above.

• Do not use, store, or leave the 3D Glasses or battery near fire, or

The following instructions are for Sony dealers and contractors

in places with a high temperature, e.g., in direct sunlight, or in

only. Be sure to read safety precautions described below and pay

sun-heated cars.

special attention to safety during the installation, maintenance

• When using the simulated 3D function, please note that the

and checking of this product.

displayed image is modified from the original due to the

• When handling or mounting the TV set, hold it on the sides. Do

conversion done by this television.

not lift the TV by the Stand.

• View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or

during long period of time, strains your eyes.

• When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid

excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.

LCD Screen

• Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision

technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective, black

dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green)

may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a structural

property of the LCD screen and is not a malfunction.

• Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of

this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD screen may be

damaged.

• If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the

picture or the picture may become dark. This does not indicate a

failure. These phenomena disappear as the temperature rises.

• Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed

continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.

• The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use. This

• Do not install the Wall-Mount Bracket on wall

is not a malfunction.

surfaces where the corners or the sides of the TV

• The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal. Follow

are protruding away from the wall surface.

your local ordinances and regulations for disposal.

Handling and cleaning the screen surface/

• Do not install the TV over or under an air

conditioner.

cabinet of the TV set

• Be sure to install the Wall-Mount Bracket

Be sure to unplug the mains lead connected to the TV set from

securely to the wall following the instructions in

mains socket before cleaning.

this instruction manual. If any of the screws are

To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation,

loose or fall out, the Wall-Mount Bracket may

observe the following precautions.

fall and cause injury or property damage.

• To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe gently

• Be sure to use the supplied screws and

with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth

attachment parts properly following the

slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.

instructions given in this instruction manual. If

• Never spray water or detergent directly on

you use substitute items, the TV may fall and

the TV set. It may drip to the bottom of the

cause bodily injury to someone or damage to the TV.

screen or exterior parts and enter the TV

• Be sure to assemble the bracket properly following the

set, and may cause damage to the TV set.

instructed procedure explained in this instruction manual.

• Never use any type of abrasive pad,

• Be sure to tighten the screws securely in the designated

alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or

position.

volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene,

• Be careful not to subject the TV to shock during installation.

thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining

• Be sure to install the TV on a wall that is both perpendicular and

prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in

flat.

damage to the screen surface and cabinet material.

• After proper installation of the TV, secure the cables properly.

• Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings is

• Do not allow the mains lead or the connecting

recommended to ensure to proper ventilation.

cables to be pinched as the internal conductors

• When adjusting the angle of the TV set, move it slowly so as to

may become exposed and cause a short circuit

prevent the TV set from moving or slipping off from its table

or an electrical break.

stand.

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Precautions

Optional Equipment

Disposal of waste batteries

• Keep optional components or any equipment emitting

(applicable in the European Union

electromagnetic radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise

and other European countries with

picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.

separate collection systems)

• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging

limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection signal

indicates that the battery provided with this

cable shorter than 3 meters.

product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain

batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a

Recommendation of F-type plug

chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead

Projection of the inner wire from the connection part must be less

(Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005%

than 1.5 mm.

mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed

of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative

consequences for the environment and human health which

could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of

the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve

natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance

or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an

incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified

Caution about handling the remote control

service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated

• Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.

properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable

• Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and

collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic

new batteries.

equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how

• Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Certain

to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery

regions may regulate the disposal of batteries. Please consult

over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste

your local authority.

batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this

• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it,

product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your

or spill liquid of any kind onto it.

household waste disposal service or the shop where you

• Do not place the remote control in a location near a heat source,

purchased the product.

a place subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.

Wireless Function of the unit

• Do not operate this unit near medical equipment (pacemaker,

etc.), as malfunction of the medical equipment may result.

• Although this unit transmits/receives scrambled signals, be

careful of unauthorised interception. We cannot be responsible

for any trouble as a result.

WALL-MOUNT BRACKET

• If you use the TV installed on the Wall-Mount Bracket for a long

time, the wall behind or above the TV may become discoloured

or the wallpaper may come unglued, depending on the material

of the wall.

• If the Wall-Mount Bracket is removed after installing it on the

wall, the screw holes remain.

• Do not use the Wall-Mount Bracket in a place where it is

subjected to mechanical vibration.

Disposal of the TV set

Disposal of Old Electrical &

Electronic Equipment (Applicable in

the European Union and other

European countries with separate

collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging

indicates that this product shall not be treated

as household waste. Instead it shall be handed

over to the applicable collection point for the

recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this

product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential

negative consequences for the environment and human health,

which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste

handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to

conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about

recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office,

your household waste disposal service or the shop where you

purchased the product.

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Installing the TV to the Wall

To Customers

Sufficient expertise is required for installing this product. Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony

dealers or licensed contractors and pay special attention to safety during the installation. Sony is not liable

for any damages or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation, or installing any other than the

specified product. Your Statutory Rights (if any) are not affected.

To Sony Dealers and Contractors

Sufficient expertise is required for installing this product. Be sure to read this instruction manual thoroughly

to do the installation work safely. Sony is not liable for any damages or injury caused by mishandling or

improper installation.

Your TV’s Table-Top Stand will be used as a part of the Wall-Mount Bracket.

Note

• See page 3 (Safety information) and page 5 (Precautions) on WALL-MOUNT BRACKET before carrying out Wall-Mount

Bracket installation.

• If the Table-Top Stand is attached to the TV, detach the Table-Top Stand beforehand.

• Place the TV with its screen facing down on a flat and stable surface covered with a thick and soft cloth that is larger

than the TV, when securing the Stand or when removing the Table-Top Stand from the TV to prevent damaging the

surface of the LCD display.

• Once the Stand Necks are detached from the Stand, be sure to keep the Stand Necks and screws in a safe place.

• When attaching the Table-Top Stand again, be sure to fasten the screws (previously removed) to the original holes

on the rear of the TV.

• Be sure the TV is on the vertical position before switching on. TV set must not powered on with LCD panel face down

to avoid uneven picture uniformity.

To detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV

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Installing the Brackets on the wall

1 Prepare necessary items.

Wall-Mount Bracket accessories (supplied)

A Paper Template B Wall-Mount Base

C Stand Protector

D Screw

KDL-50W82xB,

KDL-50W82xB,

(+PSW 6 × 12) (2)

KDL-50W81xB,

KDL-50W81xB,

KDL-50W80xB,

KDL-50W80xB,

KDL-50W70xB (2)

KDL-50W70xB (2)

KDL-42W82xB,

KDL-42W82xB,

KDL-42W81xB,

KDL-42W81xB,

KDL-42W80xB,

KDL-42W80xB,

KDL-42/32W70xB (1)

KDL-42/32W70xB (1)

E Spacer (2) F Bracket Cap Plate

G Screw (+PSW 4 × 10)

KDL-50W82xB,

KDL-50W82xB,

KDL-50W81xB,

KDL-50W81xB,

KDL-50W80xB,

KDL-50W80xB,

KDL-50W70xB (2)

KDL-50W70xB (2)

KDL-42W82xB,

KDL-42W82xB,

KDL-42W81xB,

KDL-42W81xB,

KDL-42W80xB,

KDL-42W80xB,

KDL-42/32W70xB (1)

KDL-42/32W70xB (1)

Stand (supplied)

H

Screws for Wall-Mount Base (8 mm in diameter, not supplied)

KDL-50W82xB,

KDL-50W81xB,

KDL-50W80xB,

KDL-50W70xB (8)

KDL-42W82xB,

KDL-42W81xB,

KDL-42W80xB,

KDL-42/32W70xB (4)

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2 Make sure that the wall has enough space and is capable of supporting a weight of at

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least four times that of the TV.

Refer to the following table on installing the TV to the wall. See page 15-17 (Specifications)

for the TV’s weight.

KDL‐50W82xB, KDL‐50W81xB, KDL‐50W80xB, KDL-50W70xB

KDL-42W82xB, KDL-42W81xB, KDL-42W80xB, KDL-42/32W70xB

Unit: cm

Display dimensions Screen centre dimension Length for mounting

Model Name

KDL-

50W82xB/

50W81xB/

111.6 65.6 13.0 46.9 11.8

50W80xB/

50W70xB

42W82xB/

42W81xB/

95.8 56.3 17.5 46.5 11.8

42W80xB/

42W70xB

32W70xB 72.9 43.3 18.8 41.3 11.3

Note

• Figures in the table may differ slightly depending on the installation.

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