Sony KDL-32W4220: instruction
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Manual for Sony KDL-32W4220
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LCD Digital Colour TV
LCD Digital Colour TV
Operating Instructions
GB
Инструкция по эксплуатации
RU
KDL-52W40xx
KDL-32W40xx
KDL-37V47xx
Instrukcja obsługi
PL
KDL-52W42xx
KDL-32W42xx
KDL-32V45xx
Návod k použití
CZ
KDL-46W40xx
KDL-40E40xx
KDL-32V47xx
Návod na obsluhu
SK
KDL-46W42xx
KDL-32E40xx
KDL-26V45xx
For useful information about Sony products
Kezelési utasítás
HU
Для получения полезной информации о продукции Сони
KDL-40W40xx
KDL-26E40xx
KDL-26V47xx
Szczegółowe informacje o produktach Sony
Užitečné informace o výrobcích Sony
KDL-40W42xx
KDL-37V45xx
Pre viac informácií o produktoch Sony
Sony termékekről hasznos információkat találhat az alábbi
weboldalon
3-298-243-43(1)
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The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Introduction
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC
Before operating the TV, please read this manual
and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH,
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
For any service or guarantee matters please refer to
the addresses given in separate service or guarantee
Disposal of the TV set
documents.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
Notice for Digital TV function
the European Union and other
European countries with separate
• Any functions related to Digital TV ( ) will only
collection systems)
work in countries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and
MPEG4 AVC) digital terrestrial signals are broadcast or
This symbol on the product or on its
where you have access to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2
packaging indicates that this product
and MPEG4 AVC) cable service. Please confirm with
shall not be treated as household waste.
your local dealer if you can receive a DVB-T signal
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection
where you live or ask your cable provider if their DVB-
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
C cable service is suitable for integrated operation with
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
this TV.
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
• The cable provider may charge an additional fee for such
consequences for the environment and human health,
a service and you may be required to agree to their terms
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
and conditions of business.
handling of this product. The recycling of materials will
• Although this TV set follows DVB-T and DVB-C
help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed
specifications, compatibility with future DVB-T digital
information about recycling of this product, please contact
terrestrial and DVB-C digital cable broadcasts cannot be
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal
guaranteed.
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
• Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some
countries/regions and DVB-C cable may not operate
Disposal of waste batteries
correctly with all providers.
(applicable in the European Union
• For more information about DVB-C functionality please
and other European countries with
see our cable support site:
separate collection systems)
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/DVBC
/
This symbol on the battery or on the
packaging indicates that the battery
provided with this product shall not be
Trademark information
treated as household waste. By ensuring
these batteries are disposed of correctly,
• is a registered trademark of the DVB Project
you will help prevent potentially negative consequences
• Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
for the environment and human health which could
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the
following US patents: 5510752, 5736897. BBE and
battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve
BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound,
natural resources. In case of products that for safety,
Inc.
performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that
of Dolby Laboratories.
the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all
HDMI Licensing LLC.
other batteries, please view the section on how to remove
the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste
ViV
A
batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of
HD3D Sound
this product or battery, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
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• The illustrations used in this manual are of the
KDL-40W4000 unless otherwise state.
• The "x" that appear on the model name, correspond to
numeric digits related to colour variation.
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Table of Contents
Start-up Guide 4
Start-up Guide 4Checking the accessories.................................................................................................... 4
Safety information................................................................................................................ 9
Precautions........................................................................................................................ 10
Overview of the remote ................................................................................................... 11
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators................................................................... 12
Watching TV
Watching TV.......................................................................................................................13
Checking the Guide .................................................................................................. 15
Using the Digital Favourite list .................................................................................. 16
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting optional equipment.......................................................................................... 17
Viewing pictures from connected equipment .....................................................................18
Using BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI) ............................................................................19
Using MENU Functions
Overview of the TV Home Menu (XMB™)......................................................................... 21
Settings.............................................................................................................................. 22
Instruction Manual ........................................................................................................ 22
Picture .......................................................................................................................... 22
Sound ...........................................................................................................................23
Features .......................................................................................................................24
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Set-up ...........................................................................................................................26
Analogue Set-up .......................................................................................................... 28
Digital Set-up ....................................................................................................... 30
Photo .................................................................................................................................32
Picture Frame ............................................................................................................... 32
USB Photo Viewer ....................................................................................................... 32
Additional Information
Specifications..................................................................................................................... 33
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................36
: for digital channels only
Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety information” section of this manual.
Retain this manual for future reference.
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Start-up Guide
1: Checking the
2: Attaching the stand
(except for KDL-52W4xxx,
accessories
KDL-26E4xxx)
Mains lead (1) (only for KDL-52W4xxx, KDL-
46W4xxx, KDL-40W4xxx, KDL-40E4xxx)
1 Open the carton box and take out the stand
and the screws.
Remote RM-ED011 (1)
Remote RM-ED011 W (1) (only for KDL-
40E4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx, KDL-26E4xxx)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
Stand (1) (except for KDL-52W4xxx,
KDL-26E4xxx)
Screws for stand (4) (only for KDL-
46W4xxx, KDL-40W4xxx, KDL-40E4xxx,
KDL-37V4xxx)
Screws for stand (3) (only for KDL-
32W4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx, KDL-32V4xxx,
KDL-26V4xxx)
To insert batteries into the remote
Push and lift the cover to open.
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2 Place the TV set on the stand. Take care not to
Start-up Guide
interfere with cables.
3: Connecting an
aerial/VCR/ DVD
recorder
3 Fix the stand to the TV using the supplied
screws.
KDL-46W4xxx
KDL-32W4xxx
KDL-40W4xxx
KDL-32E4xxx
KDL-40E4xxx
KDL-32V4xxx
KDL-37V4xxx
KDL-26V4xxx
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If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening torque at
approximately 1.5 N·m (15 kgf·cm)
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onnecting an aerial/cable
Terrestrial signal
or cable
Coaxial cable
Connecting an aerial/ cable/ VCR/ DVD recorder
Coaxial cable
Terrestrial signal
or cable
Scart lead
Coaxial cable
VCR/ DVD recorder

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4: Preventing the TV
7:
Performing the initial
from toppling over
set-up
1 Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, not
supplied) in the TV stand.
2 Install a machine screw (M6 x 12, not
supplied) into the screw hole of the TV.
3 Tie the wood screw and the machine screw
GUIDE
with a strong cord.
3,4,5
5: Connecting the cables
1 Connect the TV to your mains socket
(220-240V AC, 50Hz).
KDL-52W4xxx
2 Press 1 on the TV.
KDL-46W4xxx
When you switch on the TV for the first time, the
KDL-40W4xxx
Language menu appears on the screen.
KDL-40E4xxx
3 Press F/f/G/g to select the language
displayed on the menu screens, then press .
Language
Analogue
English
Česky
6: Bundling the cables
Nederlands
Magyar
Français
Русский
Italiano
ББ
лгар
ски
Deutsch
Suomi
Dansk
Türkçe
Svenska
Español
Norsk
Català
Slovenčina
Português
Română
Polski
Set
Back
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The TV starts searching for all available digital
4
Press
F
/
f
to select the country/region in
channels, followed by all available analogue
Start-up Guide
which you will operate the TV, then press .
channels. This may take some time, so do not
press any buttons on the TV or remote while
Country
Analogue
proceeding.
Select country
If a message appears for you to confirm the
-
aerial connection
United Kingdom
Ireland
No digital or analogue channels were found.
Nederland
Check all the aerial/cable connection and then
België/Belgique
Luxembourg
press to start auto-tuning again.
France
Italia
3 When the Programme Sorting menu appears
on the screen, follow the steps of
Set
Back
“Programme Sorting”(page 28).
If the country/region in which you want to use
If you do not change the order in which the
the TV does not appear in the list, select “-”
analogue channels are stored on the TV, press
instead of a country/region.
RETURN to go to step 4.
4
5 Press F/f to select the location type in which
you will operate the TV, then press .
Quick Start
Analogue
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Sony recommends you to select “Home” for power saving.
Do you want to enable Quick Start?
Location
Analogue
TV turns on more quickly but standby power
consumption is increased.
Select location
Yes No
Home
Shop
Set
Back
For details, see page 24.
Set
Back
5
Control for HDMI
Analogue
This option selects the initial picture mode
appropriate for the typical lighting condition in
these enviroments.
Do you want to enable control for compatible
HDMI devices?
Yes No
8: Auto-tuning the TV
1 Select OK then press .
Set
Back
Auto Tuning
Analogue
For details, see page 19.
6 Press .
Do you want to start Auto Tuning?
The TV has now tuned in all the available
channels.
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OK Cancel
When a digital broadcast channel cannot be received, or
when selecting a region in which there are no digital
broadcasts, the time must be set after performing step 3.
Set
Back
2 Press F/f to select “Antenna” or “Cable”,
then press .
If you select “Cable”, the screen for selecting the
scan type appears. See “To tune the TV for
Cable connection” (page 8).
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To tune the TV for Cable connection
1 Press .
Detaching the Table-
2 Press F/f to select “Quick Scan” or “Full
Scan”, then press .
Top Stand from the TV
"Quick Scan" : channels are tuned according to
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the cable operator information within the
Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other
broadcast signal.
than to wall-mount the TV.
Recommended setting for "Frequency",
KDL-52W4xxx
"Network ID" and "Symbol Rate" is "Auto".
KDL-46W4xxx
KDL-32W4xxx
This option is recommended for fast tuning
KDL-40W4xxx
KDL-32E4xxx
KDL-32V4xxx
when supported by your cable operator.
KDL-40E4xxx
KDL-37V4xxx
KDL-26V4xxx
If the "Quick Scan" does not tune, please use the
"Full Scan" method below.
"Full Scan" : All available channels are tuned
and stored. This procedure may take some time.
This option is recommended when "Quick Scan"
is not supported by your cable provider.
For further information about supported cable
providers, refer to support web site:
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/DVBC/
3 Press f to select “Start”, then press .
The TV starts searching for channels. Do not
press any buttons on the TV or remote.
KDL-26E4xxx
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Some cable providers do not support “Quick Scan”. If no
channels are detected using “Quick Scan”, perform “Full
Scan”.
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Ventilation
s Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the
Safety information
cabinet.
s Leave space around the TV set as shown below.
s It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony wall-mount
Installation/Set-up
bracket in order to provide adequate air-circulation.
Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions below
Installed on the wall
in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or
30 cm
injuries.
Installation
10 cm
10 cm
s The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains
socket.
s Place the TV set on a stable, level surface.
s Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall
installations.
s For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use
10 cm
Sony accessories, including:
Leave at least this space around the set.
- KDL-52W40xx/ KDL-52W42xx/ KDL-46W40xx/
KDL-46W42xx/ KDL-40W40xx/ KDL-40W42xx/
KDL-32W40xx/ KDL-32W42xx/ KDL-40E40xx/
Installed with stand
KDL-32E40xx/ KDL-37V45xx/ KDL-37V47xx/
30 cm
KDL-32V45xx/ KDL-32V47xx:
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL500.
- KDL-26V45xx/ KDL-26V47xx/ KDL-26E40xx:
10 cm 10 cm
6 cm
Wall-mount Bracket SU-WL100.
- KDL-46W40xx/ KDL-46W42xx/ KDL-40W40xx/
KDL-40W42xx/KDL-32W40xx/ KDL-32W42xx/
KDL-40E40xx/ KDL-32E40xx/ KDL-37V45xx/
KDL-37V47xx/ KDL-32V45xx/ KDL-32V47xx:
TV stand SU-FL300M.
Leave at least this space around the set.
s Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-mount bracket
when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV set. The supplied
s To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection of dirt
screws are designed so that they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length
or dust:
when measured from the attaching surface of the mounting
– Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, backwards,
hook.
or sideways.
The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the
– Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, bed or in a closet.
Wall-mount bracket model.
– Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, such as curtains, or
Use of screws other than those supplied may result in internal
items such as newspapers, etc.
damage to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc.
– Do not install the TV set as shown below.
8 mm - 12 mm
Air circulation is blocked.
Screw (supplied with the Wall-mount
bracket)
Mounting Hook
Wall Wall
Hook attachment on rear of TV set
Transporting
s Before transporting the TV set,
disconnect all cables.
s Two or three people are needed
Mains lead
to transport a large TV set.
Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any
s When transporting the TV set
risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:
by hand, hold it as shown on
the right. Do not put stress on
– Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other suppliers.
the LCD panel.
– Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.
s When lifting or moving the TV
– Operate the TV set on a 220–240 V AC supply only.
set, hold it firmly from the
– When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your
bottom.
safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables.
s When transporting the TV set,
– Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket before
do not subject it to jolts or
working on or moving the TV set.
excessive vibration.
– Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.
s When transporting the TV set
– Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is
for repair or when moving,
Be sure to hold the bottom of
covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may
pack it using the original
the panel, not the front part.
deteriorate, which could result in a fire.
carton and packing material.
Do not handle with dent
area.
Do not handle with the
transparent bottom part.
Continued
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Notes
s Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.
s Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The
Precautions
core conductors may be exposed or broken.
s Do not modify the mains lead.
s Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.
Viewing the TV
s Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the
s View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light
mains lead.
or during long period of time, strains your eyes.
s Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket.
s When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid
excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.
s Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.
LCD Screen
Prohibited Usage
s Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision
technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective,
Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or
black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or
situations such as those listed below, or the TV set may malfunction
green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a
and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage and/or injuries.
structural property of the LCD screen and is not a malfunction.
Location:
s Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of
Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the seashore, on a ship or other
this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD screen may
vessel, inside a vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable locations,
be damaged.
near water, rain, moisture or smoke.
s 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
Environment:
a failure. These phenomena disappear as the temperature rises.
Places that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where insects may
s Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed
enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical vibration, near
continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.
flammable objects (candles, etc). The TV set shall not be exposed
s The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use.
to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
This is not a malfunction.
vases, shall be placed on the TV.
s The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal.
Situation:
Some fluorescent tubes used in this TV set also contain
mercury. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for
Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet removed, or
disposal.
with attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
Disconnect the TV set from mains socket and aerial during
Handling and cleaning the screen surface/
lightning storms.
cabinet of the TV set
Be sure to unplug the mains lead connected to the TV set from
Broken pieces:
mains socket before cleaning.
s Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may
To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation,
break by the impact and cause serious injury.
observe the following precautions.
s If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you have
s To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe gently
unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock may result.
with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.
When not in use
s Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner,
s If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set
scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene,
should be disconnected from the mains for environmental and
thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining
safety reasons.
prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in
damage to the screen surface and cabinet material.
s As the TV set is not disconnected from the mains when the TV
set is just turned off, pull the plug from the mains to disconnect
s When adjusting the angle of the TV set, move it slowly so as to
the TV set completely.
prevent the TV set from moving or slipping off from its table
stand.
s However, some TV sets may have features that require the TV
set to be left in standby to work correctly.
Optional Equipment
Keep optional components or any equipment emitting
For children
electromagnetic radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise picture
distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.
s Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.
s Keep small accessories out of the reach of children, so that they
Batteries
are not mistakenly swallowed.
s Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.
s Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and
If the following problems occur...
new batteries.
s Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.
Turn off the TV set and unplug the mains lead immediately if any
Certain regions may regulate the disposal of batteries. Please
of the following problems occur.
consult your local authority.
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by
s Handle the remote with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill
qualified service personnel.
liquid of any kind onto it.
When:
s Do not place the remote in a location near a heat source, a place
subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.
– Mains lead is damaged.
– Poor fitting of mains socket.
– TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit or having something
thrown at it.
– Any liquid or solid object falls through openings in the cabinet.
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Overview of the remote
1 "/1 – TV standby
Turns the TV on and off from standby mode.
2 AUDIO
In analogue mode: Press to change the dual sound mode (page 24).
In digital mode: Press to select the audio language (page 30).
3 – Subtitles
GUIDE
Press to display the subtitles on current program if TV channels broadcast
such information (in digital mode only) (page 30).
4 / – Input select / Text hold
• In TV mode: Selects the input source from equipment connected to the TV
sockets (page 18).
• In Text mode (page 14): Holds the current page.
5 F/f/G/g/
6 OPTIONS (page 14, 19)
Enables you to access various viewing options and change/make adjustments
according to the source and screen format.
7 HOME (page 21)
Displays the TV Home menu.
8 Coloured buttons (page 14, 15, 16)
9 Number buttons
• In TV mode: Selects channels. For channel numbers 10 and above, enter the
second and third digit quickly.
• In Text mode: Enters the three digit page number to select the page.
0 – Favourite (page 16)
qa PROG +/–//
• In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel.
• In Text mode (page 14): Selects the next ( ) or previous ( ) page.
qs – Previous channel
Returns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds).
qd % – Mute the sound
qf 2 +/– – Volume
qg / – Text (page 14)
qh – RETURN
Returns to the previous screen of any displayed menu.
qj – GUIDE (page 15)
qk ANALOG – Analogue mode (page 13)
ql DIGITAL – Digital mode (page 13)
w; BRAVIA Sync (page 19)
wa – Screen mode (page 14)
ws / – Info / Text reveal
• In digital mode: Displays details of the programme currently being watched.
• In analogue mode: Each time you press
/ , the information on the
screen changes as follows: Displays information such as current channel
number and screen format
t Time is displayed t Information is hidden.
• In Text mode (page 14): Reveals hidden information (e.g. answers to a
quiz).
z
The number 5, PROG +, AUDIO and buttons have tactile dots. Use the
tactile dots as references when operating the TV.
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Overview of the TV buttons and indicators
1 (page 21)
HOME
2 / – Input select / OK
HOME
• In TV mode: Selects the input source from
equipment connected to the TV sockets
(page 18).
• In TV menu: Selects the menu or option, and
confirms the setting.
3 2 +/–//
• In TV mode: Increases (+) or decreases (-) the
volume.
• In TV menu: Moves through the options right
( ) or left ( ).
4 PROG +/–//
• In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-)
channel.
• In TV menu: Moves through the options up ( )
or down ( ).
5 1 – Power
Turns the TV on or off.
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To disconnect the TV completely, pull the plug
from the mains.
6 Light Sensor
Do not put anything over the sensor, as its function
may be affected.
7 Remote control sensor
• Receives IR signals from the remote.
• Do not put anything over the sensor, as its
(only for KDL-40E4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx,
function may be affected.
KDL-26E4xxx)
8 – Picture Off / Timer indicator
• Lights up in green when the picture is switched
off (page 24).
• Lights up in orange when the timer is set
(page 25).
9 1 – Standby indicator
Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode.
0 " – Power / Timer REC programme indicator
• Lights up in green when the TV is turned on.
• Lights up in orange when the timer recording is
set (page 15).
• Lights up in red during the timer recording.
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• Make sure that the TV is completely turned off
before unplugging the mains lead. Unplugging the
mains lead while the TV is turned on may cause the
indicator to remain lit or may cause the TV to
malfunction.
• Do not put anything over the indicators as their
functions may be affected.
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Watching TV
Watching TV
3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to
select a TV channel.
To select channel numbers 10 and above using
the number buttons, enter the second and third
digits within two seconds.
To select a digital channel using the Guide, see
Watching TV
page 15.
In digital mode
An information banner appears briefly. The
following icons may be indicated on the banner.
: Radio service
: Scrambled/Subscription service
: Multiple audio languages available
: Subtitles available
: Subtitles available for the hearing impaired
: Recommended minimum age for current
programme (from 4 to 18 years)
: Parental Lock
2
GUIDE
c: Current programme is being recorded
Additional operations
To Do this
Turn on the TV
Press %. Press 2 +/- to set the
from Standby mode
volume level.
without sound
Adjust the volume Press 2 + (increase)/
- (decrease).
3
3
1 Press 1 on the TV to switch on the TV.
When the TV is in standby mode (the 1
(standby) indicator on the TV (front) is red),
press "/1 on the remote to switch on the TV.
2 Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode or
ANALOG to switch to analogue mode.
The channels available vary depending on the
mode.
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To access Text
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Some characters and/or letters at the top and the bottom of
Press /. Each time you press /, the display
the picture may not be visible in Smart mode. In such a
changes cyclically as follows:
case, you can select “Vertical Size” using the “Screen
Text t Text over the TV picture (mix mode) t No
Settings” (page 26) menu and adjust vertical size to make
Text (exit the Text service)
it visible.
To select a page, press the number buttons or
z
PROG +/-.
• When “Auto Format” is set to “On”, the TV will
To hold a page, press / .
automatically select the best mode to suit the broadcast
To reveal hidden information, press / .
(page 26).
• You can adjust the position of the picture when selecting
“Smart”, “14:9” or “Zoom”. Press
F/f to move up or
z
down (e.g. to read subtitles).
When four coloured items appear at the bottom of the Text
page, Fastext is available. Fastext allows you to access
Using the Options menu
pages quickly and easily. Press the corresponding coloured
Press OPTIONS to display the following options
button to access the page.
when viewing a TV programme.
To change the screen format manually to
Options Description
suit the broadcast
Picture Mode See page 22.
Press repeatedly to select the desired screen
Sound Effect See page 23.
format.
Speaker See page 27.
Smart*
Subtitle Setting (in
See page 30.
Displays conventional
digital mode only)
4:3 broadcasts with an
Sleep Timer See page 25.
imitation wide screen
effect. The 4:3 picture
Power Saving See page 24.
is stretched to fill the
System Information (in
See page 31.
screen.
digital mode only)
4:3
Displays conventional
4:3 broadcasts (e.g.
non-wide screen TV) in
the correct proportions.
Wide
Displays wide screen
(16:9) broadcasts in the
correct proportions.
Zoom*
Displays cinemascopic
(letter box format)
broadcasts in the
correct proportions.
14:9*
Displays 14:9
broadcasts in the
correct proportions. As
a result, black border
areas are visible on the
screen.
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off.
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Checking the Guide *
All Categories
Fri 16 Mar 11:35
1 In digital mode, press GUIDE.
To day
13: 0012: 3012: 0011: 30
001 BBC ONE
Homes Under the Hammer Neighbours Afterlife
2 Perform the desired operation as shown in the
002 BBC TWO
Ready Steady Cook Extraordinary People: Britains Iden... CSI: Crime Scene Inv...
003 ITV1
Dancing On Ice Exclusive Cracker
following table or displayed on the screen.
004 Channel 4
Sign Zone: Ancient Rome: The Rise a... The Jeremy Kyle... Homes Under th...
005 Five
House Law and Order: Special Victims U... PartyPoker.com Worl...
006 ITV2
Crime Hour: Midsomer Murders Vodafone TBA: L...
Watching TV
007 BBC THREE
BBC Learning Zone: Schools: World P... A Picture of Brit... Eastenders
008 BBC FOUR
ER Real Crime: The Truth About the... This is BBC FOUR
009 ITV3
Past Everybody Loves Raymond The Sharon Osb...
010 SKY THREE
Racing from Chepstow and Ascot Baseball Wedne... Trans World Sport
Category30 min ViewNextPrevious
Select +/- 1 day on/off Event InformationTun e
Back
* This function may not be available in some countries/regions.
To Do this
Watch a programme Press F/f/G/g to select the programme, then press .
Turn off the Guide Press
GUIDE.
Sort the programme information by
1 Press the blue button.
category
2 Press
F/f to select a category, then press .
– Category list
Set a programme to be recorded
1 Press F/f/G/g to select the future programme you want to record,
– Timer REC
then press
/ .
2 Press
F/f to select “Timer REC”.
3 Press to set the TV and your VCR/DVD recorder timers.
A c symbol appears by that programme’s information. The
indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.
z
To record the programme you are currently watching, press / .
Set a programme to be displayed
1 Press F/f/G/g to select the future programme you want to
automatically on the screen when it
display, then press
/ .
starts
2 Press
F/f to select “Reminder”, then press .
– Reminder
A c symbol appears by that programme’s information. The
indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.
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If you switch the TV to standby mode, it will automatically turn itself on
when the programme is about to start.
Set the time and date of a programme
1 Press F/f/G/g to select the future programme you want to record,
you want to record
then press
/ .
– Manual timer REC
2 Press
F/f to select “Manual timer REC”, then press .
3 Press
F/f to select the date, then press g.
4 Set the start and stop time in the same way as in step 3.
5 Press
F/f to select the programme, then press .
6 Press to set the TV and your VCR/ DVD recorder timers.
A c symbol appears by that programme’s information. The
indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.
z
To record the programme you are currently watching, press / .
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To Do this
Cancel a recording/reminder
1 Press / .
– Timer list
2 Press
F/f to select “Timer list”, then press .
3 Press
F/f to select the programme you want to cancel, then press
.
4 Press
F/f to select “Cancel Timer”, then press .
A display appears to confirm that you want to cancel the programme.
5 Press G/g to select “Yes”, then press to confirm.
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• You can set the timer record function on the TV to automatically operate the recorder only when the connected recorder is
compatible with SmartLink. However, this feature may not operate with certain types of recorder, even though it is stated
that the recorder is SmartLink compatible. For details please refer to the instruction manual supplied with your recorder.
• Once a recording has begun, you can switch the TV to standby mode, but do not turn off the TV completely or the recording
may be cancelled.
• If an age restriction for programmes has been selected, a message asking for a PIN Code will appear on the screen. For
details, see “Parental Lock” (page 31).
Using the Digital Favourite list *
Favourite Set-up
Digital
1 In digital mode, press .
Favourites 1
Enter Programme Number: - - -
001 BBC ONE
011 More 4
2 Perform the desired operation as shown in the
002 BBC TWO
012 abc1
003 ITV1
013 QVC
following table or displayed on the screen.
004 Channel 4
014 UKTV Gold
005 Five
015 The HITS
006 BBC Three
016 UKTV Bright Ideas
007 ITV2
017 ftn
008 Sky Sports
018 TMF
009 UKTV History
019 E4
010 Channel 4+1
020 E4+1
Favourites 2NextPrevious
Store Favourite
Back
Digital Favourite list
* This function may not be available in some countries/regions.
To Do this
Create your Favourite list for the first
1 Press F/f/G/g to select the channel you want to add, then press
time
.
Channels that are stored in the Favourite list are indicated by a
symbol.
2 Press yellow key to select “Favourites 2” or “Favourites 3”.
Watch a channel
1 Press yellow key to navigate through favourite lists.
2 Press
F/f to select the channel, then press .
Turn off the Favourite list
Press RETURN.
Add or remove channels in the currently
1 Press the blue button.
edited Favourite list
2 Press the yellow button to choose the list you want to edit.
3 Press
F/f/G/g to select the channel you want to add or remove,
then press .
Remove all channels from the current
1 Press the blue button.
Favourite list
2 Press the yellow button to select the favourite list you want to edit.
3 Press the blue button.
4 Press
G/g to select “Yes”, then press to confirm.
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Using Optional Equipment
Connecting optional equipment
You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV. Connecting cables are not supplied.
DVD player with
component output
,
Audio system
DVD player
PC (HDMI output)
Blu-ray disc player
Digital video camera
Digital decoder
Using Optional Equipment
PC
Video game
equipment
DVD player
Decoder
Hi-Fi audio
equipment
DVD recorder
with optical
audio input
VCR
Decoder
Hi-Fi audio
equipment
For service
CAM card
use only
USB
PC (HDMI output)
Blu-ray disc player
Digital video camera
DVC camcorder
Headphones
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Symbol on the
Description
screen
Viewing pictures from
HDMI 3*
To see the equipment connected to
connected equipment
K.
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Switch on the connected equipment, then
• Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing
perform one of the following operation.
the HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony
HDMI cable (high speed type).
For equipment connected to the scart sockets using
• When “Control for HDMI” compatible equipment is
connected, communication with the connected
a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead
equipment is supported. Refer to page 19 to set up this
Start playback on the connected equipment.
communication.
The picture from the connected equipment appears
• When connecting an audio system with HDMI socket,
be sure to also connect to the HiFi socket.
on the screen.
Component To see the equipment connected to
For an auto-tuned VCR/ DVD recorder
C.
In analogue mode, press PROG +/-, or the number
buttons, to select the video channel.
PC To see the equipment connected to
H.
For other connected equipment
z
Press / to display a list of connected
It is recommended to use a PC
equipment. Press
F/f to select the desired input
cable with ferrites, such as the
source, then press .
"Connector, D-sub 15" (ref. 1-
The highlighted item is automatically selected if you
793-504-11, available in Sony
do not perform any operation for two seconds after
Service Centre) or equivalent.
pressing
.
If you have set an input source to "Skip" in the "AV
Preset" menu (page 27), that input source does not
To connect Do this
appear in the list.
Headphones M Connect to the i socket to listen to
z
sound from the TV on headphones.
To return to normal TV mode, press DIGITAL or
Conditional
Provides access to pay TV services.
ANALOG.
Access Module
For details, refer to the instruction
(CAM) I
manual supplied with your CAM.
Symbol on the
Description
To use the CAM, remove the
screen
“dummy” card from the CAM slot,
AV1
To see the equipment connected to
then turn off the TV and insert your
A.
CAM card into the slot. When you
are not using the CAM, we
AV2
To see the equipment connected to
recommend that you keep the
B.
“dummy” card in the CAM slot.
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SmartLink is a direct link between
CAM is not supported in all countries.
the TV and a VCR/DVD recorder.
Please check with your authorized
dealer.
AV3 To see the equipment connected to
Hi-Fi audio
Connect to the audio output sockets
L.
equipment G
to listen to the sound from the
HDMI 1* To see the equipment connected to
TV on Hi-Fi audio equipment.
D.
DIGITAL
Use an optical audio cable.
HDMI 2* To see the equipment connected to
AUDIO OUT
E.
(OPTICAL) F
If the equipment has a DVI socket,
USB J Use USB memory to display photos.
connect the DVI socket to the
HDMI IN socket through a DVI-
HDMI adaptor interface (not
Additional operations
supplied), and connect the
equipment’s audio out socket to the
To Do this
audio in HDMI IN socket.
Return to normal TV
Press DIGITAL or ANALOG.
mode
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Using the Options menu
To view two pictures simultaneously
Press OPTIONS to display the following options
– PIP (Picture in Picture)
when viewing pictures from connected equipment.
You can view two pictures (PC input and TV
programme) on the screen simultaneously.
Options Description
Connect a PC (page 17), and make sure that images
Picture Mode (except
See page 22.
from a PC appear on the screen.
PC input mode)
1 Press OPTIONS to display the Options
Display Mode (in PC
See page 22.
menu.
input mode only)
2 Press F/f to select “PIP”, then press .
Sound Effect See page 23.
The picture from the connected PC is displayed
with full size and the TV programme is displayed
Speaker See page 27.
on the right corner.
You can use
F/f/G/g to move the TV programme
PIP (in PC input
See page 19.
screen position.
mode only)
3 Press number buttons or PROG +/- to select
PAP (except PC input
See page 19.
the TV channel.
mode)
To return to single picture mode
Using Optional Equipment
Auto Adjustment (in
See page 26.
Press RETURN.
PC input mode only)
z
Horizontal Shift (in
See page 26.
You can switch the audible picture by selecting “PC
PC input mode only)
Sound/TV Sound” from the Options menu.
Sleep Timer (except
See page 25.
PC input mode)
Power Saving See page 24.
Using BRAVIA Sync
To view two pictures simultaneously
(Control for HDMI)
– PAP (Picture and Picture)
The control for HDMI function enables the TV
You can view two pictures (external input and
to communicate with the connected equipment
TV programme) on the screen simultaneously.
that is compatible with the function, using
Connect an optional equipment (page 17), and
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).
make sure that images from the equipment
For example, by connecting Sony equipment
appear on the screen (page 18).
that is compatible with control for HDMI
(with HDMI cables), you can control them
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together.
• This function is not available for a PC input
Be sure to connect the equipment correctly,
source.
and make the necessary settings.
• You cannot change the size of the pictures.
• You cannot display analogue TV video in the TV
Control for HDMI
programme picture while displaying AV1, AV2 or
• Automatically turns the connected
AV3 video in the external inputs picture.
equipment off when you turn the TV off.
1 Press OPTIONS.
• Automatically turns the TV on and
switches the input to the connected
2 Press F/f to select “PAP”, then press .
equipment when the equipment starts to
The picture from the connected equipment
play.
is displayed on the left, and the TV
• If you turn on a connected audio system
while the TV is on, the sound output
programme is displayed on the right.
switches from the TV speaker to the audio
3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to
system.
select the TV channel.
• Adjusts the volume (2 +/-) and mutes the
To return to single picture mode
sound (%) of a connected audio system.
Press or RETURN.
• You can operate the connected Sony
equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo
z
by the TV remote by pressing:
The picture framed in green is audible. You can
– m/N/X/M/x to operate the connected
switch the audible picture by pressing G/g.
equipment directly.
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– SYNC MENU to display the menu of the connected
Selection” is displayed when the button is
HDMI equipment on the screen.
pressed.
After displaying the menu, you can operate the
menu screen by using F/f/G/g and .
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– OPTIONS to display “Device Control”, then select
• Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only
options from “Menu”, “Options”, and “Content
available with the connected Sony equipment
List” to operate the equipment.
that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is compatible
– Refer to the instruction manual of the equipment for
with control for HDMI.
available control.
• Sony BRAVIA Theatre Sync Products and
Control for HDMI compatible devices from
To connect the equipment that is
other manufacturers may not support all
compatible with control for HDMI
functions.
Connect the compatible equipment and the TV
with a HDMI cable. When connecting an
audio system, be sure to also connect the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) socket
of the TV and the audio system using an
optical audio cable. For details, see page 18.
To make the control for HDMI settings
The control for HDMI settings must be set on
both the TV side and connected equipment
side. See HDMI Set-up on page 28 for the TV
side settings. For settings on the connected
equipment, refer to the operating instructions
for that equipment.
Buttons for using optional equipment
GUIDE
1 m/N/X/M/x: You can operate the
BRAVIA Sync-compatible equipment that is
connected to the TV.
2 THEATRE
You can set Theatre Mode on or off. When
Theatre Mode is set to on, the optimum audio
output (if the TV is connected with an audio
system using an HDMI cable) and picture
quality for film-based contents are
automatically set.
z
If you turn the TV off, Theatre Mode is also
turned off.
3 SYNC MENU: Displays the menu of connected
HDMI equipment. While viewing other input
screens or TV programmes, “HDMI Device
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