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DVD player

Decoder

DVD recorder

VCR

Video game 
equipment

DVD player

Digital satellite 
receiver

Decoder

PC

Hi-Fi audio

equipment

DVD player with 
component output

VCR

Digital audio (PCM)

component

DVD player

Digital satellite 
receiver or DVD 
player 

E

Connect to the HDMI IN 5 or 6 
socket if the equipment has a 
HDMI socket. The digital video 
and audio signals are input from 
the equipment. If the equipment 
has a DVI socket, connect the DVI 
socket to the HDMI IN 6 socket 
through a DVI - HDMI adaptor 
interface (not supplied), and 
connect the equipment’s audio out 
sockets to the audio in the HDMI 
IN 6 sockets.

The HDMI sockets only support the 
following video inputs: 480i, 480p, 
576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. 
To connect a PC, use the PC 

 

socket.

PC 

F

Connect to the PC 

 sockets. It 

is recommended to use a PC cable 
with ferrites.

Digital audio 
(PCM) component 
G

Connect to the OPTICAL OUT 
socket using the Optical audio 
cable.

The OPTICAL OUT socket only 
supports digital terrestrial signals.

Hi-Fi audio 
equipment 

H

Connect to the audio output 
sockets 

 to listen to the sound 

from the TV on Hi-Fi audio 
equipment.

DVD player with 
component output 
I

Connect to the component sockets 
and the audio sockets 

/

4.

Video game 
equipment, DVD 
player or decoder 
J

Connect to the scart socket 

/

1. When you connect the 

decoder, the scrambled signal from 
the TV tuner is output to the 
decoder, then the unscrambled 
signal is output from the decoder.

DVD recorder or 
VCR that supports 
SmartLink 

K

Connect to the scart socket 

/

2. SmartLink is a direct link 

between the TV and a VCR/DVD 
recorder.

VCR or DVD 
player 

L

For details, see page 7.

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The Projection lamp, like all lamps, will eventually 
lose brightness and functionality which affects the 
overall performance of your TV. How long the Lamp 
maintains its brightness will vary depending upon 
your usage and environmental conditions. To 
maintain the quality of your viewing experience, Sony 
recommends that you replace the Lamp (1) when the 
screen becomes dark or the colour looks unusual; (2) 
when 

 on the front of the TV flashes; or (3) after 

approximately 8,000 hours of use.

WARNING
Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature, 
resulting in injury or death. Be sure to follow the 
instructions below.

• Use a Sony XL-5200 (for KDS-55A2000) or XL-5300 

(for KDS-70R2000) replacement lamp (not supplied) for 
replacement. Use of any other lamp may damage the TV.

• Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than 

replacement. Doing so may cause injury or fire.

• Do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside 

the lamp receptacle of the TV after removing the lamp. 
Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. Do not touch 
the lamp receptacle once the lamp has been removed.

• When the lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a 

noticeable “pop” sound. This is normal and it is inherent 
to this type of lamp.

• In rare instances, the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit, 

but the lamp unit is designed to contain all of the broken 
glass pieces inside the lamp unit.

• This TV’s lamp contains mercury and should be disposed 

of properly. Consult your local authorities regarding safe 
disposal. The material contained in this lamp are similar to 
those of a fluorescent lamp, so you should dispose of it in 
the same way.

Switch off the TV. Wait several minutes, 
then unplug the mains lead.
(The cooling fan will continue to operate for 
about two minutes after switching the TV 
off.)

Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging 
the mains lead to allow the lamp to cool 
down before replacing it. To avoid being 
burned, do not touch the lamp receptacle 
once the lamp has been removed.

Take the new lamp out of its package.
Do not touch the glass portion of the new 
lamp.

• Do not shake the lamp. Vibration can damage the 

lamp or shorten its life.

• Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp or the 

glass of the lamp receptacle. This may reduce picture 
quality or lamp life.

Remove the outside lamp cover.

Remove the lamp door.
Turn the screw counterclockwise. Then 
slide the lever to the left (KDS-55A2000) or 
turn the knob to the left (KDS-70R2000). 
Remove the door.

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Pull out the lamp.
Hold the indented grooves on the top 
corners of the lamp. Then pull the right side 
of the lamp for additional traction (KDS-
55A2000) or pull the lamp straight out 
(KDS-70R2000).

• Do not touch the inside of the lamp compartment.
• The lamp is very hot after use. Never touch the glass 

portion of the lamp or the non-designated surrounding 
parts.

• After the used lamp has cooled, place it into the empty 

box of the replacement lamp. Never put the used lamp 
into a plastic bag.

Put the new lamp into its place.
Make sure the lamp is securely mounted 
into the compartment. Failure to do so may 
cause a fire or the screen to go dark.

• The lamp compartment is tilted.
• If the lamp is not securely reattached, the self-

diagnostic function may be triggered and 

1

 flashes in 

red three times (page 16).

Hold this part of the lamp

Hold this part of the lamp

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Reattach the lamp door.
For KDS-55A2000, replace the door by 
inserting the two tabs in the slot from the 
left side. Slide the lever to the right and 
then turn the screw clockwise to secure the 
door.
For KDS-70R2000, turn the knob to the 
right and then turn the screw clockwise to 
secure the door.

Put the outside lamp cover back in its 
place.
Replace the cover, inserting it from the left 
side. Press the two tabs on the right side 
(KDS-55A2000) or press the clamp on the 
right side (KDS-70R2000) to secure the 
cover.

Turn on the TV and set the Lamp 
Replacement option in the Set-up menu 
(page 32).

• Until you set the Lamp Replacement option, a 

message announcing that the lamp is at the end of its 
life will appear every time you switch on the TV.

• Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-5200 (for 

KDS-55A2000) or XL-5300 (for KDS-70R2000) 
replacement lamp.

• Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging 

in/unplugging the connecting cords. Rough handling 
may cause the TV to fall, damaging the TV, the TV 
stand and the floor.

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Check whether the 

1 (standby) indicator is flashing in red.

When it is flashing
The self-diagnosis function is activated. 
1

Count how many 

1 (standby) indicator flashes between each two second break.

For example, the indicator flashes three times, then there is a two second break, followed by another three flashes, etc.

Press 

1 on the TV (front) to switch it off, disconnect the mains lead, and inform your dealer or Sony 

service centre of how the indicator flashes (number of flashes).

Check the items in the tables below.

If the problem still persists, have your TV serviced by qualified service personnel.

No picture (screen is dark) and 
no sound

• Check the aerial connection.
• Connect the TV to the mains, and press 

1 on the TV (front).

• If the 

1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press TV "/1.

No picture or no menu 
information from equipment 
connected to the scart 
connector

• Check that the optional equipment is on and press 

/

 repeatedly until 

the correct input symbol is displayed on the screen.

• Check the connection between the optional equipment and the TV.

Double images or ghosting

• Check aerial/cable connections.
• Check the aerial location and direction.

Only snow and noise appear 
on the screen

• Check if the aerial is broken or bent.
• Check if the aerial has reached the end of its serviceable life (three to five 

years in normal use, one to two years at the seaside).

Distorted picture (dotted lines 
or stripes)

• Keep the TV away from electrical noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, 

hair-dryers or optical equipment.

• When installing optional equipment, leave some space between the optional 

equipment and the TV.

• Make sure that the aerial is connected using the supplied coaxial cable.
• Keep the aerial cable away from other connecting cables.

Picture noise when viewing a 
TV channel

• Select “Manual Programme Preset” in the “Analogue Set-up” menu and 

adjust “AFT” (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain better picture reception 
(page 37).

Some tiny black points and/or 
bright points appear on the 
screen

• The picture of a display unit is composed of pixels. Tiny black points and/or 

bright points (pixels) on the screen do not indicate a malfunction.

No colour on programmes

• Select “Reset” in the “Picture” menu to return to the factory settings 

(page 26).

No colour or irregular colour 
when viewing a signal from the 
Y, P

B

/C

B

, P

R

/C

R

 sockets 

4 

or 7

• Check the connection of the Y, P

B

/C

B

, P

R

/C

R

 sockets 

4 or 7.

• Make sure that the Y, P

B

/C

B

, P

R

/C

R

 sockets 

4 or 7 are firmly seated in 

their respective sockets.

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Power Requirements:

220–240 V AC, 50 Hz

Projection System:

3 SXRD Panel, 1 lens projection system

SXRD Panel:

Size 0.61 inch SXRD panel
Resolution 1920 × 1080 pixels

Projection Lenses:

High performance, large-diameter hybrid lens F2.5

Lamp:

Ultra high pressure lamp, 120 W, XL-5200

Screen Size:

55 inches (Approx. 139.7 cm measured diagonally)

Power Consumption:

210 W

Standby Power Consumption:

0.5 W

Dimensions (w × h × d):

Approx. 1,292 × 913 × 480 mm

Mass:

Approx. 39 kg

Analogue:

Depending on your country/region selection:
B/G/H, D/K, L, I

Digital:

DVB-T

Analogue:

PAL, SECAM 
NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In)

Digital:

MPEG-2 MP@ML

75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF

Analogue:

VHF:

E2–E12

UHF:

E21–E69

CATV:

S1–S20

HYPER: S21–S41
D/K:

R1–R12, R21–R69

L:

F2–F10, B–Q, F21–F69

I:

UHF B21–B69

Digital:

VHF/UHF

/

1

21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including 
audio/video input, RGB input, and TV audio/video 
output.

/

2 (SmartLink)

21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including 
audio/video input, RGB input, selectable audio/video 
output, and SmartLink interface.

/

/

3

21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard) including 
audio/video input, RGB input, S video input, and audio/
video output which currently appears on the screen.

4

Supported formats: 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync
P

B

/C

B

: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

P

R

/C

R

: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

4
Audio input (phono jacks)
500 mVrms
Impedance: 47 kilohms

HDMI IN 5, 6

Video: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
Audio: Two channel linear PCM

32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits

Analogue audio (phono jacks): 

500 mVrms, Impedance 47 kilohms
(HDMI IN 6 only)

7

Supported formats: 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync
P

B

/C

B

: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

P

R

/C

R

: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

7

Video input (phono jack)

7

Audio input (phono jacks)
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL OUT jack)
Audio output (phono jacks)

PC 

 PC Input (D-sub 15-pin) (see page 51)

G: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green
B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
HD: 1-5 Vp-p
VD: 1-5 Vp-p

 PC audio input (minijack)

i Headphones jack

CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot

12 W + 12 W

Refer to “1: Checking the accessories” on page 4.

TV stand SU-RS11X

Design and specifications are subject to change 
without notice.

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Picture flashes initially when 
changing to HDMI mode or 
when switching on the TV in 
HDMI mode

• This is probably caused by the authentication process between HDMI 

equipment and the TV. It does not indicate a malfunction.

A white oval image appears on 
the screen

• This is due to strong light reflecting off both the TV screen and reflections 

coming from behind the screens.

• Position your TV away from strong ambient light or sunlight, or lower any 

ambient lights.

No sound, but good picture

• Press 

2 +/– or % (Mute).

• Check that “Speaker” is set to “On” in the “Set-up” menu (page 32).

Noisy sound

• See “Picture noise” causes/remedies on page 52.

The desired channel cannot be 
selected

• Switch between digital and analogue mode and select the desired digital/

analogue channel.

Some channels are blank

• Scrambled/Subscription only channel. Subscribe to the Pay Per View 

service.

• Channel is used only for data (no picture or sound).
• Contact the broadcaster for transmission details.

Digital channels are not 
displayed

• Contact a local installer to find out if digital transmissions are provided in 

your area.

• Upgrade to a higher gain aerial.

The TV turns off automatically 
(the TV enters standby mode)

• Check if the “Sleep Timer” is activated, or confirm the “Duration” setting of 

“On Timer” (page 31).

• If the inside of the TV grows warm while Cooling Mode is set to “High”, 

the TV automatically switches to standby mode.
(When Cooling Mode is set to “Normal” under the same conditions, the 
mode switches to “High”, the cooling fan starts, and a loud whirring noise 
may be heard.)

The TV turns on automatically

• Check if the “On Timer” is activated (page 31).

Some input sources cannot be 
selected

• Select “AV Preset” in the “AV Set-up” menu and cancel “Skip” of the input 

source (page 34).

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Uneven color uniformity 
appears on the screen when 
the TV is powered on

• After turning on the TV,  you may notice a slight color (tint) variation in 

certain areas of the picture. This will last only a few minutes each time you 
turn on the TV. This is a normal temperature characteristic of the 
components and not a malfunction.

The remote does not function

• Check that the remote is set correctly for the equipment you are using.
• Check whether the equipment you want to use corresponds to the function 

button being pressed (page 15).

• If the remote does not operate the equipment even when the remote has been 

set correctly to the equipment, enter the necessary code as explained in 
“Programming the remote” (page 45).

• Replace the batteries.

 indicator flashes in red

• Replace the lamp (page 47).

The TV does not switch on

• The TV cools down its projection lamp after being switched off. It takes up 

to two minutes for the picture to come back after the TV is switched on 
again. Wait for a while until the picture returns.

Cannot play shooting games

• Some shooting games that involve pointing a light beam at the TV screen 

with an electronic gun or rifle cannot be used with your TV. For details, see 
the instruction manual supplied with the video game software.

Standby indicator flashes in 
intervals of some blinks at a 
time

• Three blinks: The lamp cover or the lamp itself is not securely attached.
• Two blinks: If there is a considerable rise in temperature inside the TV such 

as when any ventilation openings are blocked.

• Other: Consult your dealer or service.

A slight creaking noise occurs 
from the bottom part of the TV

• Advanced Iris applies a mechanical iris system. When Advanced Iris is 

turned On/Off, a natural creaking noise occurs due to the basic structure of 
the optical unit. The creaking sound is an inherent nature of this system and 
is not a defect.

High Temperature Warning 
message appears

• This message will appear when there is a rise in temperature inside the TV. 

Make sure to remove dust from the ventilation slots on the rear and both 
sides of the TV. In addition, make sure that there are no obstacles in front of 
the ventilation slots. If no blockage is found, you may need to set Cooling 
Mode to “High”, otherwise the TV will turn off. With Cooling Mode set to 
“High”, if the message reappears and the TV turns off again, the TV may 
need servicing. Call your local Sony Service Center.