Sony KDL-40S2510: Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

Start-up Guide 4

Safety information.....................................................................................................................7

Precautions.............................................................................................................................10

Overview of the remote ........................................................................................................11

Overview of the TV buttons and indicators ........................................................................12

Watching TV

Watching TV............................................................................................................................13

Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) .............................................15

Using the Favourite list ..................................................................................................17

Viewing pictures from connected equipment ..........................................................................18

Using MENU Functions

Navigating through menus......................................................................................................19

Picture menu...........................................................................................................................20

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Sound menu............................................................................................................................22

Screen menu...........................................................................................................................24

Set-up menu............................................................................................................................25

PC Settings menu...................................................................................................................27

Analogue Set-up menu (Analogue mode only).......................................................................28

Digital Set-up menu .......................................................................................................31

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting optional equipment...............................................................................................33

Additional Information

Specifications..........................................................................................................................36

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................38

Index .......................................................................................................................................40

: for digital channels only

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Start-up Guide

1: Checking the

2: Connecting an aerial/

accessories

VCR

Remote RM-ED008 (1)

Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)

Mains lead (Type C-6) (1)

Coaxial cable (1)

Cable holder (1)

Support belt (1) and screws (2)

To insert batteries into the remote

Notes

• Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.

• Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.

Certain regions may regulate disposal of the battery.

Please consult your local authority.

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

and new batteries.

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

spill liquid of any kind onto it.

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

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

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onnecting an aerial only

Coaxial cable

(supplied)

Mains lead (supplied)

Connecting an aerial and VCR

Mains lead

(supplied)

RF lead

(not supplied)

Scart lead (not supplied)

VCR

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3: Bundling the cables

5: Selecting the

Start-up Guide

language and country/

region

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4: Preventing the TV

from toppling over

3,4

3,4

1 Connect the TV to your mains socket (220-

240V AC, 50Hz).

2 Press 1 on the TV (top side).

When you switch on the TV for the first time, the

Language menu appears on the screen.

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.

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3

1

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3 Press F/f to select the language

1 Before you start auto-tuning the TV, insert

displayed on the menu screens, then press

a pre-recorded tape into the VCR

.

connected to the TV (page 4) and start play

back.

The video channel will be located and stored on

the TV during auto-tuning.

If no VCR is connected to the TV, this procedure

is not required. Go to step 2.

2 Select “OK”, then press .

4 Press F/f to select the country/region in

which you will operate the TV, then press

The TV starts searching for all available digital

.

channels, followed by all available analogue

channels. This may take some time, please be

patient and do not press any buttons on the TV or

remote.

If a message appears for you to confirm the aerial

connections

No digital or analogue channels were found.

Check all the aerial connections and press to

start auto-tuning again.

3 When the Programme Sorting menu

appears on the screen, follow the steps of

“Programme Sorting” (page 28).

If you do not wish to change the order in which the

If the country/region in which you want to use the

analogue channels are stored on the TV, go to step

TV does not appear in the list, select “-” instead of

4.

a country/region.

The message confirming the TV start auto-tuning

4 Press MENU to exit.

appears on the screen, then go to “6: Auto-tuning

The TV has now tuned in all the available

the TV”.

channels.

6: Auto-tuning the TV

The TV will now search for and store all available TV

channels.

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

TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set

Safety information

completely, pull the plug from the mains. However, some

TV sets may have features which need the TV set to be left

Mains lead

in standby to work correctly.

• Observe the followings

Carrying

to prevent the mains

• Before carrying the TV set, disconnect all the cables from

lead being damaged.

the TV set.

If the mains lead is

• Carrying the large size TV set requires two or more

damaged, it may result

people.

in a fire or an electric

• When you carry the TV set by hand,

shock.

hold the TV set as illustrated on the

– Unplug the mains lead when moving the TV set.

right. When lifting the TV set or

– When you disconnect the mains

moving the panel of the TV set, hold it

lead, disconnect it from the

firmly from the bottom. If you do not

mains socket first.

do so, the TV set may fall and be

– Be sure to grasp the plug when

damaged or cause serious injury.

disconnecting the mains lead.

• When transporting it, do not

Do not pull on the mains lead

subject the TV set to jolts or

itself.

excessive vibration. The TV set

– Do not pinch, bend, or twist the

may fall and be damaged or cause

mains lead excessively. The core

serious injury.

conductors may be exposed or

• If the TV set has been dropped or

broken.

damaged, have it checked

– Do not modify the mains lead.

immediately by qualified service

– Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.

personnel.

– Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.

• When you carry the TV set in for repair or when you move

• If you damage the mains lead, stop using it and ask your

it, pack it using the original carton and packing material.

dealer or Sony service centre to exchange it.

• Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other

Placement

equipment.

• The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible

• Use only an original Sony mains lead, not other brands.

mains socket.

• Place the TV set on a stable, level

Mains socket

surface. Do not hang anything on the

• The TV set with a three-wire grounding

TV set. If you do, the TV set may fall

type mains plug must be connected to a

from the stand, causing damage or

mains socket with a protective earthing

serious injury.

connection.

• Do not install the TV set in places

• Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.

subject to extreme temperature, for example in direct

Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.

sunlight, or near a radiator, or heating vent. If the TV set

A poor fit may cause arcing and result in

is exposed to extreme temperature, the TV set may

a fire. Contact your electrician to have the

overheat and cause deformation of the casing or cause the

mains socket changed.

TV set to malfunction.

Cleaning the mains plug

• Do not install the TV set in a place exposed to direct air

conditioning. If the TV set is installed in such a location,

Unplug the mains plug and clean it

moisture may condense inside and may cause a

regularly. If the plug is covered with dust

malfunction.

and it picks up moisture, its insulation

• Never place the TV set in hot, oily,

may deteriorate and result in a fire.

humid or excessively dusty places.

Overloading

• Do not install the TV set where

insects may enter.

This TV set is designed to operate

• Do not install the TV set where it

on a 220–240 V AC supply only.

may be exposed to mechanical vibration.

Take care not to connect too many

• Do not install the TV set in a location where it may

appliances to the same mains

protrude, such as on or behind a pillar, or where you might

socket as this could result in fire or

bump your head on it. Otherwise, it may result in injury.

electric shock.

• Do not allow children to climb on

When not in use

the TV set.

• If you will not be using the TV

• If you use the TV set near the

set for several days, the TV set

seashore, salt may corrode metal

should be disconnected from

parts of the TV set and cause

the mains for environmental

internal damage or fire.

and safety reasons.

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Ventilation

Optional accessories

• Never cover the ventilation

Observe the following when

holes or insert anything in the

installing the TV set using a stand

cabinet. It may cause

or wall-mount bracket. If you do

overheating and result in a fire.

not do so, the TV set may fall and

• Unless proper ventilation is

cause serious injury.

provided, the TV set may gather dust and get dirty. For

• It is strongly recommended that

proper ventilation, observe the following:

you use Sony accessories for safety reasons:

– Do not install the TV set turned backwards or sideways.

– KDL-46S2510/KDL-46S2530/KDL-40S2510/

– Do not install the TV set turned over or upside down.

KDL-40S2530:

– Do not install the TV set on a shelf or in a closet.

Wall-mount bracket SU-WL51.

– Do not place the TV set on a rug or bed.

– KDL-32S2510/KDL-32S2520/KDL-32S2530:

– Do not cover the TV set with cloth, such as curtains, or

Wall-mount bracket SU-WL31.

items such as newspapers, etc.

• It is strongly recommended that you use the official Sony

• Leave some space around the TV set as shown below.

wall-mount bracket to allow adequate air circulation and

Otherwise, air-circulation may be inadequate and causing

to avoid accumulated dust on the TV.

overheating, which may cause a fire or damage to the TV

• If the TV set is to be installed on a wall, have the

set.

installation carried out by qualified service personnel.

Improper installation may render the TV set unsafe.

Installed on the wall

• Secure the TV set properly, following the instructions

supplied with your stand when installing the TV set.

30 cm

• Be sure to attach the brackets supplied with your stand.

Wiring

10 cm

10 cm

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

your safety.

• Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may

damage the TV set.

Medical institutions

Do not place this TV set in a place

10 cm

where medical equipment is in

Leave at least this space around the set.

use. It may cause a malfunction of

medical instruments.

Outdoor use

Installed with stand

• Do not install this TV set

30 cm

outdoors. If the TV set is

exposed to rain, it may result in a

fire or an electrical shock.

10 cm10 cm

6 cm

• If this TV set is exposed to direct

sunlight, the TV set may heat up

and it may damage the TV set.

Vehicle, Ships and other

vessels

Leave at least this space around the set.

• Do not install this TV set in a

vehicle. The motion of the

• Never install the TV set as follows:

vehicle may cause the TV set

to fall down and cause injury.

• Do not install this TV set on a

Air circulation is

Air circulation is

blocked.

blocked.

ship or other vessel. If the TV

set is exposed to seawater, it

may cause a fire or damage

the TV set.

Water and moisture

Wall Wall

• Do not use this TV set near water

– for example, near a bathtub or

shower room. Also do not expose

to rain, moisture or smoke. This

may result in a fire or an electric

shock.

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• Do not touch the mains lead and the

TV set with wet hands. Doing so

may cause an electric shock or

damage to the TV set.

Moisture and flammable objects

• Do not place any objects on the TV

set. The TV set shall not be exposed to

dripping or splashing and that no

objects filled with liquid, such as

vases, shall be placed on the TV set.

• To prevent fire, keep flammable

objects or naked lights (e.g. candles)

away from the TV set.

• If any liquid or solid object does fall through openings in

the cabinet, do not operate the TV set. It may result in an

electric shock or damage to the TV set. Have it checked

immediately by qualified service personnel.

Lightning storms

For your own safety, do not touch any

part of the TV set, mains lead, or

aerial lead during lightning storms.

Broken pieces

• Do not throw anything at the TV set.

The screen glass may break by the

impact and cause serious injury.

• If the surface of the TV set cracks, do

not touch it until you have unplugged

the mains lead. Otherwise electric

shock may result.

Servicing

Dangerously high Voltage are

present inside the TV set.

Do not open the cabinet. Entrust

the TV set to qualified service

personnel only.

Small accessories removal and fittable

Keep small accessories out of children’s reach.

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To Do this

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 starts

display.

– Reminder

2 Press .

3 Press

F/f to select “Reminder”.

4 Press to automatically display the selected programme

when the programme starts.

A c symbol appears by that programme’s information.

Note

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 you

1 Press .

want to record – 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 to set the

TV and your VCR timers.

A symbol appears by that programme’s information. The

indicator on the TV (front) lights up.

Notes

• You can set VCR timer recording on the TV only for Smartlink compatible

VCRs. If your VCR is not Smartlink compatible, a message will be displayed to

remind you to set your VCR timer.

• Once a recording has begun, you can switch the TV to standby mode, but do not

switch off the TV completely or the recording may be cancelled.

• If an age restriction for programmes has been selected, a message asking for pin

code will appear on the screen. For more details refer to “Parental Lock” on

page 32.

Cancel a recording/reminder – Timer list

1 Press .

2 Press

F/f to select “Timer list”.

3 Press

F/f to select the programme you want to cancel, then

press .

A display appears to confirm that you want to cancel the programme.

4 Press g to select “Yes”, then press to confirm.

Tip

You can also display the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) by selecting “Digital EPG” in the “MENU” (page 19).

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Using the Favourite list *

The Favourite feature allows you to select programs

from a list of up to 8 channels you specify. To display

the Favourite list, see “Navigating through menus”

(page 19).

Watching TV

Favourite list

* Please note that this function may not be available in some countries.

To Do this

Create your Favourite list for the first time A message appears asking if you want to add channels to the Favourite list

when you select “Digital Favourites” in the “MENU” for the first time.

1 Press to select “Yes”.

2 Press

F/f to select the channel you want to add.

If you know the channel number, you can use the number buttons to

directly select a channel.

3 Press .

Channels that are stored in the Favourite list are indicated by a

symbol.

Turn off the Favourite list Press RETURN.

Watch a channel Press while selecting a channel.

Add or remove channels in the Favourite

1 Press the blue button.

list

Channels that are stored in the Favourite list are indicated by a

symbol.

2 Press F/f to select the channel you want to add or remove.

If you know the channel number, you can use the number buttons to

directly select a channel.

3 Press .

4 Press the blue button to return to the Favourite list.

Remove all channels from the Favourite list

1 Press the blue button.

2 Press the yellow button.

A display appears to confirm that you want to delete all channels from the

Favourite list.

3 Press G to select “Yes”, then press to confirm.

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Using the Tools menu

Press TOOLS to display the following options when

Viewing pictures from

viewing pictures from connected equipment other

than PC.

connected equipment

Options Description

Switch on the connected equipment, then

Power Saving See page 26.

perform one of the following operation.

Picture Mode See page 20.

For equipment connected to the scart sockets using a

Sound Mode See page 22.

fully-wired 21-pin scart lead

Start playback on the connected equipment.

Auto Clock Set (in

Allows you to switch to digital

The picture from the connected equipment appears on

analogue mode only)

mode and obtain the time.

the screen.

Sleep Timer See page 25.

For an auto-tuned VCR (page 6)

i Volume

Adjusts the volume of the

In analogue mode, press PROG +/-, or the number

headphones.

buttons, to select the video channel.

For other connected equipment

Press / repeatedly until the correct input

symbol (see below) appears on the screen.

AV1/ AV1, AV2/ AV2:

Audio/video or RGB input signal through the scart

socket / 1 or 2. appears only if an RGB

source has been connected.

AV 3:

Component input signal through the Y, P

B/CB, PR/CR

sockets / 3, and audio input signal through the

L, R sockets / 3.

AV 4/ AV5:

Digital audio/video signal is input through the HDMI IN

4/5 socket. Audio input signal is analogue only if the

equipment has been connected using the DVI and audio

out socket.

AV 6/ AV 6:

Video input signal through the video socket 6, and

audio input signal through the L (MONO), R audio

sockets 6. appears only if the equipment is

connected to the S video socket 6 instead of the

video socket 6, and S video input signal is input

through the S video socket 6.

Additional operations

To Do this

Return to the normal

Press DIGITAL or ANALOG.

TV operation

Access the Input

Press to access the Input signal

signal index table

index table. (Then, only in

analogue mode, press

g.) To

select an input source, press

F/f,

then press .

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Using MENU Functions

Navigating through menus

“MENU” allows you to enjoy various convenient features of this TV. You can easily select channels or external

inputs with the remote. Also, settings for your TV can be changed easily using “MENU”.

1 Press MENU to display the menu.

2,3

Using MENU Functions

1

2 Press F/f to select an option.

3 Press to confirm a selected option.

To exit the menu, press MENU.

Menu Description

Digital Favourites

Launches the Favourite list. For details about settings, see page 17.

(only in areas with

digital broadcasting)

Analogue

Returns to the last viewed analogue channel.

(only in areas with

digital broadcasting)

Digital

Returns to the last viewed digital channel.

(only in areas with

digital broadcasting)

Digital EPG

Launches the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG).

(only in areas with

For details about settings, see page 15.

digital broadcasting)

External Inputs

Selects equipment connected to your TV.

• To watch the desired external input, select the input source, then

press .

• To assign a label to an external input, see page 25.

Settings

Opens the Settings menu screen where most of advanced settings and

adjustments are performed. Select a menu icon, select an option and make the

desired change or adjustment using

F/f/G/g.

For details about settings, see page 20 to 32.

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Picture menu

You can select the options listed below on the Picture

menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating

through menus” (page 19).

Target Inputs

Selects whether to apply settings made in the Picture menu to all inputs, or only to

the input currently being watched.

“All”: Applies settings to all inputs.

“Viewing Only”: Applies settings only to the current input.

Picture Mode

Selects the picture mode.

“Vivid”: For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.

“Standard”: For standard picture. Recommended for home entertainment.

“Custom”: Allows you to store your preferred settings.

Reset

Resets all picture settings except “Picture Mode” to the factory settings.

Backlight

Adjusts the brightness of the backlight.

Tip

"Backlight" is not available when you set "Power Saving" to "High"(page 26).

Contrast

Increases or decreases picture contrast.

Brightness

Brightens or darkens the picture.

Colour

Increases or decreases colour intensity.

Hue

Increases or decreases the green tones.

Tip

“Hue” can only be adjusted for an NTSC colour signal (e.g., U.S.A. video tapes).

Colour Temperature

Adjusts the whiteness of the picture.

“Cool”: Gives the white colours a blue tint.

“Neutral”: Gives the white colours a neutral tint.

“Warm1”/“Warm2”: Gives the white colours a red tint. “Warm2” gives a redder tint

than “Warm1”.

Tip

“Warm1” and “Warm2” can only be selected when you set “Picture Mode” to “Custom”.

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Sharpness

Sharpens or softens the picture.

Noise Reduction

Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture) in a weak broadcast signal.

“Auto”: Automatically reduces the picture noise.

“High”/“Medium”/“Low”: Modifies the effect of the noise reduction.

“Off”: Turns off the Noise Reduction feature.

Advanced Settings

Customizes the Picture function in more detail. When you set “Picture Mode” to

“Custom”, you can set/change these settings.

“Reset”: Resets all the advanced video settings to the factory settings.

“Black Corrector”: Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast.

“Adv. Contrast Enhancer”: Automatically adjusts “Contrast” to the most suitable

settings judging from the brightness of the screen. This setting is especially effective

for dark images, increasing vibrancy in the picture.

“Gamma”: Adjusts the balance between bright and dark areas of the picture.

“Clear White”: Emphasizes white colours.

“Live Colour”: Makes colours more vivid and reproduce clear skin tones.

Using MENU Functions

Tip

This function is only available when "Colour Space" is set to "Wide".

“Colour Space”: Changes colour range (only for KDL-46S2510, KDL-46S2530,

KDL-40S2510, KDL-40S2530).

“MPEG Noise Reduction”: Reduces the picture noise in MPEG-compressed video

(in digital mode only).

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Sound menu

You can select the options listed below on the Sound

menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating

through menus” (page 19).

Target Inputs

Selects whether to apply settings made in the Sound menu to all inputs, or only to the

input currently being watched.

“All”: Applies settings to all inputs.

“Viewing Only”: Applies settings only to the current input.

Sound Mode

Selects the sound mode.

“Dynamic”: Enhances treble and bass.

“Standard”: For standard sound. Recommended for home entertainment.

“Custom”: Flat response. Also allows you to store your preferred settings.

Reset

Resets the sound settings except “Sound Mode”, “Dual Sound” and “i Speaker

Link” to the factory settings.

Treble

Adjusts higher-pitched sounds.

Bass

Adjusts lower-pitched sounds.

Balance

Emphasizes left or right speaker balance.

Auto Volume

Keeps a constant volume level even when volume level gaps occur (e.g., adverts tend

to be louder than programmes).

Volume Offset

Adjusts the volume level of the current input relative to other inputs, when “Target

Inputs” is set to “Viewing Only”.

Surround

Selects the surround mode.

“TruSurround XT”: For surround sound (for stereo programmes only).

“Simulated Stereo”: Adds a surround-like effect to mono programs.

“Off”: For normal stereo or mono reception.

BBE

Gives sound more impact by compensating for phase effects in speakers using the

“BBE High Definition Sound System”.

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Dual Sound

Selects the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast.

“Stereo”, “Mono”: For a stereo broadcast.

“A”/“B”/“Mono”: For a bilingual broadcast, select “A” for sound channel 1, “B” for

sound channel 2, or “Mono” for a mono channel, if available.

Tip

If you select other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to “Stereo”, “A” or “B”.

i Speaker Link

Switches the TV’s internal speakers on/off when headphones are connected.

“On”: Sound is output only from headphones.

(headphone speaker

“Off”: Sound is output from both the TV and headphones.

link)

Tip

“Treble”, “Bass”, “Balance”, “Auto Volume”, “Surround” and “BBE” cannot be used for headphones and audio output sockets.

Using MENU Functions

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Screen menu

You can select the options listed below on the Screen

menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating

through menus” (page 19).

Target Inputs

Selects whether to apply settings made in the Screen menu to all inputs, or only to

the input currently being watched.

“All”: Applies settings to all inputs.

“Viewing Only”: Applies settings only to the current input.

Screen Format

For details about the screen format, see “To change the screen mode manually to suit

the broadcast” (page 14).

Auto Format

Automatically changes the screen format according to the broadcast signal. To keep

your setting, select “Off”.

Tips

• Even if you have selected “On” or “Off” in “Auto Format”, you can always modify the

format of the screen by pressing repeatedly.

• “Auto Format” is available for PAL and SECAM signals only.

4:3 Default

Selects the default screen mode for use with 4:3 broadcasts.

“Smart”: Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts with an imitation wide screen effect.

“4:3”: Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts in the correct proportions.

“Off”: Keeps the current “Screen Format” setting when the channel or input is

changed.

Tip

This option is available only if “Auto Format” is set to “On”.

Display Area

Adjusts the screen area displaying the picture.

“Normal”: Displays the picture in the original size.

“–1”/“–2”: Enlarges the picture to hide the edge of the picture.

Horizontal Shift

Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture for each screen format.

Vertical Shift

Adjusts the vertical position of the picture when the screen format is set to Smart (50

Hz), Zoom or 14:9.

Vertical Size

Adjusts the vertical size of the picture when the screen format is set to Smart, Zoom

or 14:9.

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Set-up menu

You can select the options listed below on the Set-up

menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating

through menus” (page 19).

Using MENU Functions

Auto Start-up

Starts the “first time operation menu” to select the language and country/region, and

tune in all available digital and analogue channels. Usually, you do not need to do

this operation because the language and country/region will have been selected and

channels already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 5, 6). However, this

option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house,

or to search for new channels that have been launched by broadcasters).

Language

Selects the language in which the menus are displayed.

AV Preset

Assigns a name to any equipment connected to the side and rear sockets. The name

will be displayed briefly on the screen when the equipment is selected. You can skip

an input source that is not connected to any equipment.

1 Press

F/f to select the desired input source, then press .

2 Press

F/f to select the desired option below, then press .

Equipment labels: Uses one of the preset labels to assign a name to connected

equipment.

“Edit”: Creates your own label. Follow steps 2 to 4 of “Programme Labels”

(page 28).

“Skip”: Skips an input source that is not connected to any equipment when you press

to select the input source.

Auto S Video

Selects the input signal from S video sockets 6 when / 6 sockets are both

connected.

Timer Settings

Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV.

Sleep Timer

Sets a period of time after which the TV automatically switches itself into standby

mode.

When the Sleep Timer is activated, the (Timer) indicator on the TV (front) lights

up in orange.

Tips

• If you switch off the TV and switch it on again, “Sleep Timer” is reset to “Off”.

• “TV will soon turn off by sleep timer.” appears on the screen one minute before the TV

switches to standby mode.

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Digital Set-up

Displays the “Digital Set-up” menu.

Subtitle Setting

*

Displays digital subtitles on the screen.

When “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected, some visual aids may also be displayed

with the subtitles (if TV channels broadcast such information).

Subtitle Language

*

Selects which language subtitles are displayed in.

Audio Language

*

Selects the language used for a programme. Some digital channels may broadcast

several audio languages for a programme.

Audio Type

*

Increases the sound level when “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected.

Parental Lock

*

Sets an age restriction for programmes. Any programme that exceeds the age

restriction can only be watched after a PIN Code is entered correctly.

1 Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN code.

If you have not previously set a PIN, a PIN code entry screen appears. Follow the

instruction of “PIN Code” below.

2 Press F/f to select the age restriction or “None” (for unrestricted

watching), then press .

3 Press RETURN.

PIN Code

*

Sets a PIN code for the first time, or allows you to change your PIN code.

1 Enter a PIN as follows:

If you have previously set a PIN

Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN.

If you have not set a PIN

Press the number buttons to enter the factory setting PIN of 9999.

2 Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN code.

A message appears to inform you that the new PIN has been accepted.

3 Press RETURN.

Tip

PIN code 9999 is always accepted.

Technical Set-up

Displays the Technical Set-up menu.

“Auto Service Update”: Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services as

they become available.

“Software Download”: Enables the TV to automatically receive software updates,

free through your existing aerial (when issued). Sony recommends that this option is

set to “On” at all times. If you do not want your software to be updated, set this option

to “Off”.

“System Information”: Displays the current software version and the signal level.

“Time Zone”: Allows you to manually select the time zone you are in, if it is not the

same as the default time zone setting for your country.

CA Module Set-up

Allows you to access a Pay Per View service once you obtain a Conditional Access

Module (CAM) and a view card. See page 33 for the location of the (PCMCIA)

socket.

* Please note that this function may not be available in some countries.

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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.

Connecting to the TV (side)

To connect Do this

Conditional Access

To use Pay Per View services.

Module (CAM) A

For details, refer to the instruction

manual supplied with your CAM.

To use the CAM, remove the

rubber cover from the CAM slot.

Switch off the TV when inserting

your CAM into the CAM slot.

When you do not use the CAM, we

recommend that you replace the

cover on the CAM slot.

Note

CAM is not supported in all

countries. Please check with your

authorized dealer.

Using Optional Equipment

S VHS/Hi8/DVC

Connect to the S video socket

camcorder B

6 or the video socket 6,

and the audio sockets 6. To

avoid picture noise, do not connect

the camcorder to the video socket

6 and the S video socket

6 at the same time. If you

connect mono equipment, connect

to the L socket 6.

Headphones C Connect to the i socket to listen to

sound from the TV on headphones.

S VHS/Hi8/DVC

camcorder

Headphones

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Connecting to the TV (rear)

To connect Do this

PC D Connect to the PC /

PC

sockets. It is recommended to use

a PC cable with ferrites.

Digital satellite

Connect to the HDMI IN 4 or 5

receiver or DVD

socket if the equipment has a

player E, F

HDMI socket. The digital video

and audio signals are input from

DVD player

the equipment. If the equipment

has a DVI socket, connect the DVI

socket to the HDMI IN 4 socket

through a DVI - HDMI adaptor

Digital satellite receiver

interface (not supplied), and

connect the equipment’s audio out

sockets to the audio in HDMI IN 4

sockets.

Notes

• The HDMI sockets only support

the following video inputs: 480i,

480p, 576i, 576p, 720p and 1080i.

To connect a PC, please use the PC

socket.

• Be sure to use only an HDMI cable

that bears the HDMI logo.

DVD player

DVD player with

Connect to the component sockets

with component output

component output

and the audio sockets / 3.

G

Video game

Connect to the scart socket /

equipment, DVD

1. When you connect the

player or decoder

decoder, the scrambled signal from

H

the TV tuner is output to the

decoder, then the unscrambled

signal is output from the decoder.

DVD recorder or

Connect to the scart socket /

VCR that supports

2. SmartLink is a direct link

SmartLink I

between the TV and a VCR/DVD

recorder.

Hi-Fi audio

Connect to the audio output

equipment J

sockets to listen to the sound

from the TV on Hi-Fi audio

equipment.

DVD recorder

Hi-Fi

VCR

Decoder

Video game equipment

DVD player

Decoder

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