Sony Flat Panel Television 3 298 243 131 User Manual

LCD Digital Colour TV  
Operating Instructions  
KDL-52W40xx  
KDL-52W42xx  
KDL-46W40xx  
KDL-46W42xx  
KDL-40W40xx  
KDL-40W42xx  
KDL-32W40xx  
KDL-32W42xx  
KDL-40E40xx  
KDL-32E40xx  
KDL-26E40xx  
KDL-37V45xx  
KDL-37V47xx  
KDL-32V45xx  
KDL-32V47xx  
KDL-26V45xx  
KDL-26V47xx  
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or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an  
incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified  
service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated  
properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable  
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic  
equipment. For all 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  
batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this  
product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your  
household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased  
the product.  
NOTICE FOR  
CUSTOMERS IN THE  
UNITED KINGDOM  
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment  
for your safety and convenience.  
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 10 AMP  
fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with  
or ) must be used.  
When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted with a 10  
AMP FUSE otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 10 AMP  
FUSE at the distribution board.  
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover,  
be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use  
the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover,  
please contact your nearest Sony service station.  
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1  
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized  
Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony  
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,  
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to  
the addresses given in separate service or guarantee  
documents.  
Notice for Digital TV function  
Any functions related to Digital TV (  
) will only work in  
countries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC)  
digital terrestrial signals are broadcast or where you have access  
to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) cable  
service. Please confirm with your local dealer if you can receive  
a DVB-T signal where you live or ask your cable provider if their  
DVB-C cable service is suitable for integrated operation with  
this TV.  
The cable provider may charge an additional fee for such a  
service and you may be required to agree to their terms and  
conditions of business.  
Although this TV set follows DVB-T and DVB-C specifications,  
compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial and DVB-C  
digital cable broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.  
Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some  
countries/regions and DVB-C cable may not operate correctly  
with all providers.  
FUSE  
How to replace the fuse  
Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace  
the fuse.  
Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with the  
product.  
Introduction  
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.  
Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and  
retain it for future reference  
For more information about DVB-C functionality please see our  
cable support site:  
Disposal of the TV set  
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic  
Equipment (Applicable in the European  
Union and other European countries  
with separate collection systems)  
This symbol on the product or on its packaging  
indicates that this product shall not be treated  
as household waste. Instead it shall be handed  
Trademark information  
is a registered trademark of the DVB Project  
Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by  
BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the following US patents:  
5510752, 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered  
trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”  
over to the applicable collection point for the  
recycling of electrical and electronic  
and the double-D symbol  
Laboratories.  
are trademarks of Dolby  
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you  
will help prevent potential negative consequences for the  
environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused  
by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of  
materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed  
information about recycling of this product, please contact your  
local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the  
shop where you purchased the product.  
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia  
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI  
Licensing LLC.  
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HD3D Sound  
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable  
in the European Union and other  
European countries with separate  
collection systems)  
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging  
indicates that the battery provided with this  
product shall not be treated as household  
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The illustrations used in this manual are of the  
KDL-40W4000 unless otherwise state.  
waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed  
of correctly, you will help prevent potentially  
negative consequences for the environment and human health  
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling  
of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve  
natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance  
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  
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SChteacrktin-gutpheGaucciedsesor4ies .................................................................................................... 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  
Set-up ........................................................................................................................... 26  
Analogue Set-up .......................................................................................................... 28  
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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  
accessories  
2: Attaching the stand  
(except for KDL-52W4xxx,  
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  
interfere with cables.  
3: Connecting an  
aerial/VCR/ DVD  
recorder  
Terrestrial signal  
or cable  
Connecting an aerial/cable  
Coaxial cable  
3 Fix the stand to the TV using the supplied  
screws.  
Connecting an aerial/ cable/ VCR/ DVD recorder  
KDL-46W4xxx  
KDL-40W4xxx  
KDL-40E4xxx  
KDL-37V4xxx  
KDL-32W4xxx  
KDL-32E4xxx  
KDL-32V4xxx  
KDL-26V4xxx  
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Coaxial cable  
If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening torque at  
approximately 1.5 N·m (15 kgf·cm)  
Terrestrial signal  
or cable  
Scart lead  
Coaxial cable  
VCR/ DVD recorder  
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4: Preventing the TV  
from toppling over  
7: Performing the initial  
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  
KDL-46W4xxx  
KDL-40W4xxx  
KDL-40E4xxx  
2 Press 1 on the TV.  
When you switch on the TV for the first time, the  
Language menu appears on the screen.  
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  
Français  
Italiano  
Magyar  
Русский  
ББлгарски  
Deutsch  
Suomi  
Dansk  
Türkçe  
Svenska  
Norsk  
Español  
Català  
Slovenčina  
Română  
Português  
Polski  
Set  
Back  
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The TV starts searching for all available digital  
channels, followed by all available analogue  
channels. This may take some time, so do not  
press any buttons on the TV or remote while  
proceeding.  
4
Press  
F
/
f
to select the country/region in  
which you will operate the TV, then press  
.
Country  
Analogue  
Select country  
If a message appears for you to confirm the  
aerial connection  
-
United Kingdom  
No digital or analogue channels were found.  
Check all the aerial/cable connection and then  
Ireland  
Nederland  
België/Belgique  
Luxembourg  
France  
press  
to start auto-tuning again.  
Italia  
3 When the Programme Sorting menu appears  
on the screen, follow the steps of  
Set  
Back  
“Programme Sorting”(page 28).  
If you do not change the order in which the  
analogue channels are stored on the TV, press  
RETURN to go to step 4.  
If the country/region in which you want to use  
the TV does not appear in the list, select “-”  
instead of a country/region.  
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5 Press F/fto 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?  
TV turns on more quickly but standby power  
consumption is increased.  
Location  
Analogue  
Select location  
Yes  
No  
Home  
Shop  
Set  
Back  
For details, see page 24.  
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Set  
Back  
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  
Set  
Back  
1 Select OK then press  
.
Auto Tuning  
Analogue  
For details, see page 19.  
6 Press  
.
The TV has now tuned in all the available  
channels.  
Do you want to start Auto Tuning?  
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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  
2 Press F/f to select “Quick Scan” or “Full  
.
Detaching the Table-  
Top Stand from the TV  
Scan”, then press  
.
"Quick Scan" : channels are tuned according to  
the cable operator information within the  
broadcast signal.  
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Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other  
than to wall-mount the TV.  
Recommended setting for "Frequency",  
"Network ID" and "Symbol Rate" is "Auto".  
This option is recommended for fast tuning  
when supported by your cable operator.  
If the "Quick Scan" does not tune, please use the  
"Full Scan" method below.  
KDL-52W4xxx  
KDL-32W4xxx  
KDL-32E4xxx  
KDL-32V4xxx  
KDL-26V4xxx  
KDL-46W4xxx  
KDL-40W4xxx  
KDL-40E4xxx  
KDL-37V4xxx  
"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:  
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  
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Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the  
cabinet.  
Safety information  
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Leave space around the TV set as shown below.  
It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony wall-mount  
bracket in order to provide adequate air-circulation.  
Installation/Set-up  
Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions below  
in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or  
injuries.  
Installed on the wall  
30 cm  
Installation  
10 cm  
10 cm  
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The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains  
socket.  
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Place the TV set on a stable, level surface.  
Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall  
installations.  
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For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use  
Sony accessories, including:  
10 cm  
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/  
KDL-32E40xx/ KDL-37V45xx/ KDL-37V47xx/  
KDL-32V45xx/ KDL-32V47xx:  
Installed with stand  
30 cm  
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL500.  
- KDL-26V45xx/ KDL-26V47xx/ KDL-26E40xx:  
Wall-mount Bracket SU-WL100.  
6 cm  
10 cm  
10 cm  
- 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.  
Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-mount bracket  
when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV set. The supplied  
screws are designed so that they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length  
when measured from the attaching surface of the mounting  
hook.  
Leave at least this space around the set.  
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To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection of dirt  
or dust:  
Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, backwards,  
or sideways.  
The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the  
Wall-mount bracket model.  
Use of screws other than those supplied may result in internal  
damage to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc.  
Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, bed or in a closet.  
Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, such as curtains, or  
items such as newspapers, 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  
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Before transporting the TV set,  
disconnect all cables.  
Two or three people are needed  
to transport a large TV set.  
When transporting the TV set  
by hand, hold it as shown on  
the right. Do not put stress on  
the LCD panel.  
When lifting or moving the TV  
set, hold it firmly from the  
bottom.  
When transporting the TV set,  
do not subject it to jolts or  
excessive vibration.  
When transporting the TV set  
for repair or when moving,  
pack it using the original  
carton and packing material.  
Mains lead  
Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any  
risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:  
Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other suppliers.  
Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.  
Operate the TV set on a 220–240 V AC supply only.  
When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your  
safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables.  
Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket before  
working on or moving the TV set.  
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Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.  
Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is  
covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may  
deteriorate, which could result in a fire.  
Be sure to hold the bottom of  
the panel, not the front part.  
Do not handle with dent  
area.  
Do not handle with the  
transparent bottom part.  
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Notes  
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Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.  
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Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The  
core conductors may be exposed or broken.  
Do not modify the mains lead.  
Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.  
Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the  
mains lead.  
Precautions  
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Viewing the TV  
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View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light  
or during long period of time, strains your eyes.  
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When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid  
excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.  
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Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket.  
Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.  
LCD Screen  
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Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision  
technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective,  
black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or  
green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a  
structural property of the LCD screen and is not a malfunction.  
Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of  
this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD screen may  
be damaged.  
If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the  
picture or the picture may become dark. This does not indicate  
a failure. These phenomena disappear as the temperature rises.  
Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed  
continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.  
The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use.  
This is not a malfunction.  
Prohibited Usage  
Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or  
situations such as those listed below, or the TV set may malfunction  
and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage and/or injuries.  
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Location:  
Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the seashore, on a ship or other  
vessel, inside a vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable locations,  
near water, rain, moisture or smoke.  
Environment:  
Places that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where insects may  
enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical vibration, near  
flammable objects (candles, etc). The TV set shall not be exposed  
to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as  
vases, shall be placed on the TV.  
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The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal.  
Some fluorescent tubes used in this TV set also contain  
mercury. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for  
disposal.  
Situation:  
Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet removed, or  
with attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.  
Disconnect the TV set from mains socket and aerial during  
lightning storms.  
Handling and cleaning the screen surface/  
cabinet of the TV set  
Be sure to unplug the mains lead connected to the TV set from  
mains socket before cleaning.  
Broken pieces:  
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Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may  
break by the impact and cause serious injury.  
To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation,  
observe the following precautions.  
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If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you have  
unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock may result.  
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To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe gently  
with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth  
slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.  
Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner,  
scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene,  
thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining  
prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in  
damage to the screen surface and cabinet material.  
When adjusting the angle of the TV set, move it slowly so as to  
prevent the TV set from moving or slipping off from its table  
stand.  
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When not in use  
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If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set  
should be disconnected from the mains for environmental and  
safety reasons.  
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  
the TV set completely.  
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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  
electromagnetic radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise picture  
distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.  
For children  
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Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.  
Keep small accessories out of the reach of children, so that they  
are not mistakenly swallowed.  
Batteries  
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Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.  
Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and  
new batteries.  
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If the following problems occur...  
Turn off the TV set and unplug the mains lead immediately if any  
of the following problems occur.  
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Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.  
Certain regions may regulate the disposal of batteries. Please  
consult your local authority.  
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by  
qualified service personnel.  
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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, a place  
subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.  
When:  
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
4
– Subtitles  
Press to display the subtitles on current program if TV channels broadcast  
such information (in digital mode only) (page 30).  
GUIDE  
/
– 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  
ws  
– Screen mode (page 14)  
/
– 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).  
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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  
HOME  
1
(page 21)  
2
/
– Input select / OK  
• In TV mode: Selects the input source from  
equipment connected to the TV sockets  
(page 18).  
HOME  
• 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  
function may be affected.  
(only for KDL-40E4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx,  
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  
3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to  
Watching TV  
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  
page 15.  
In digital mode  
An information banner appears briefly. The  
following icons may be indicated on the banner.  
:
Interactive service is available (MHEG Digital  
Text)  
:
Interactive service (MHEG Digital Text) is  
currently disabled  
:
:
Radio service  
Scrambled/Subscription service  
Multiple audio languages available  
Subtitles available  
:
:
:
:
2
Subtitles available for the hearing impaired  
GUIDE  
Recommended minimum age for current  
programme (from 4 to 18 years)  
:
Parental Lock  
c: Current programme is being recorded  
Additional operations  
To  
Do this  
Turn on the TV  
Press %. Press 2 +/- to set the  
3
3
from Standby mode volume level.  
without sound  
Adjust the volume  
Press 2 + (increase)/  
- (decrease).  
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 Digital Text  
Many broadcasters provide a Digital Text service.  
Digital Text offers graphically rich contents,  
compared to Analogue Text.  
Zoom*  
Displays cinemascopic  
(letter box format)  
broadcasts in the  
Select a digital channel which provides Digital  
Text, then press /.  
correct proportions.  
When a broadcaster provides a dedicated Digital  
Text channel, select this channel to access Digital  
Text.  
To navigate through Digital Text, follow the  
instructions on the screen.  
14:9*  
Displays 14:9  
broadcasts in the  
correct proportions. As  
a result, black border  
areas are visible on the  
screen.  
To exit Digital Text, press  
RETURN.  
To move around, press F/f/G/g.  
To select items, press  
and the number buttons.  
To access shortcuts, press the coloured buttons.  
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off.  
To access Analogue Text  
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In analogue mode, press /. Each time you press  
/, the display changes cyclically as follows:  
Text t Text and TV picture t No Text (exit the  
Text service)  
Some characters and/or letters at the top and the bottom of  
the picture may not be visible in Smart mode. In such a  
case, you can select “Vertical Size” using the “Screen  
Settings” (page 26) menu and adjust vertical size to make  
it visible.  
To select a page, press the number buttons or  
PROG +/-.  
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To hold a page, press  
/
.
When “Auto Format” is set to “On”, the TV will  
automatically select the best mode to suit the broadcast  
(page 26).  
To reveal hidden information, press  
/
.
z
You can adjust the position of the picture when selecting  
“Smart”, “14:9” or “Zoom”. Press F/f to move up or  
down (e.g. to read subtitles).  
When four coloured items appear at the bottom of the Text  
page, you can access pages quickly and easily (Fast Text).  
Press the corresponding coloured button to access the page.  
Using the Options menu  
To change the screen format manually to  
suit the broadcast  
Press OPTIONS to display the following options  
when viewing a TV programme.  
Press  
repeatedly to select the desired screen  
Options  
Description  
format.  
Picture Mode  
See page 22.  
Sound Effect  
Speaker  
See page 23.  
See page 27.  
See page 30.  
Smart*  
Displays conventional  
4:3 broadcasts with an  
imitation wide screen  
effect. The 4:3 picture  
is stretched to fill the  
screen.  
Subtitle Setting (in  
digital mode only)  
Sleep Timer  
See page 25.  
See page 24.  
Power Saving  
4:3  
System Information (in See page 31.  
digital mode only)  
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.  
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Checking the Guide  
*
1 In digital mode, press  
GUIDE.  
All Categories  
Fri 16 Mar 11:35  
Today  
11: 30  
12: 00  
12: 30  
13: 00  
001 BBC ONE  
002 BBC TWO  
003 ITV1  
Homes Under the Hammer  
Neighbours  
Afterlife  
2 Perform the desired operation as shown in the  
Ready Steady Cook Extraordinary People: Britains Iden...  
Dancing On Ice Exclusive  
CSI: Crime Scene Inv...  
Cracker  
following table or displayed on the screen.  
004 Channel 4  
005 Five  
Sign Zone: Ancient Rome: The Rise a...  
The Jeremy Kyle...  
Homes Under th...  
PartyPoker.com Worl...  
Vodafone TBA: L...  
Eastenders  
House  
Law and Order: Special Victims U...  
006 ITV2  
Crime Hour: Midsomer Murders  
BBC Learning Zone: Schools: World P...  
007 BBC THREE  
008 BBC FOUR  
009 ITV3  
A Picture of Brit...  
ER  
Real Crime: The Truth About the...  
Everybody Loves Raymond  
This is BBC FOUR  
The Sharon Osb...  
Trans World Sport  
Past  
010 SKY THREE  
Racing from Chepstow and Ascot  
Previous Next  
Tune  
Baseball Wedne...  
30 min View  
Category  
Select  
+/-  
1
day on/off  
Event Information  
Back  
* This function may not be available in some countries/regions.  
To  
Do this  
Press F/f/G/g to select the programme, then press  
Press GUIDE.  
Watch a programme  
.
Turn off the Guide  
Sort the programme information by  
category  
– Category list  
1 Press the blue button.  
2 Press F/f to select a category, then press  
.
Set a programme to be recorded  
– Timer REC  
1 Press F/f/G/gto select the future programme you want to record,  
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  
automatically on the screen when it  
starts  
1 Press F/f/G/g to select the future programme you want to  
display, then press  
/
.
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  
you want to record  
– Manual timer REC  
1 Press F/f/G/gto select the future programme you want to record,  
then press  
/
.
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  
– Timer list  
1 Press  
/
.
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  
*
1 In digital mode, press  
.
Favourite Set-up  
Digital  
Favourites 1  
Enter Programme Number:  
- - -  
2 Perform the desired operation as shown in the  
001 BBC ONE  
011 More 4  
012 abc1  
002 BBC TWO  
003 ITV1  
following table or displayed on the screen.  
013 QVC  
004 Channel 4  
005 Five  
014 UKTV Gold  
015 The HITS  
016 UKTV Bright Ideas  
017 ftn  
006 BBC Three  
007 ITV2  
008 Sky Sports  
009 UKTV History  
010 Channel 4+1  
018 TMF  
019 E4  
020 E4+1  
Previous  
Next  
Favourites  
2
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  
time  
1 Press F/f/G/g to select the channel you want to add, then press  
.
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  
Press RETURN.  
1 Press the blue button.  
.
Turn off the Favourite list  
Add or remove channels in the currently  
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  
Favourite list  
1 Press the blue button.  
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  
PC  
Video game  
equipment  
DVD player  
Decoder  
Hi-Fi audio  
equipment  
with optical  
audio input  
DVD recorder  
VCR  
Hi-Fi audio  
equipment  
Decoder  
For service  
use only  
CAM card  
USB  
PC (HDMI output)  
Blu-ray disc player  
Digital video camera  
DVC camcorder  
Headphones  
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Symbol on the  
screen  
Description  
Viewing pictures from  
connected equipment  
To see the equipment connected to  
K.  
HDMI 3*  
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Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing  
Switch on the connected equipment, then  
perform one of the following operation.  
the HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony  
HDMI cable (high speed type).  
When “Control for HDMI” compatible equipment is  
connected, communication with the connected  
equipment is supported. Refer to page 19 to set up this  
communication.  
When connecting an audio system with HDMI socket,  
be sure to also connect to the HiFi socket.  
For equipment connected to the scart sockets using  
a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead  
Start playback on the connected equipment.  
The picture from the connected equipment appears  
on the screen.  
Component  
To see the equipment connected to  
C.  
For an auto-tuned VCR/ DVD recorder  
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  
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Press  
equipment. Press F/f to select the desired input  
source, then press  
/
to display a list of connected  
It is recommended to use a PC  
cable with ferrites, such as the  
"Connector, D-sub 15" (ref. 1-  
793-504-11, available in Sony  
Service Centre) or equivalent.  
.
The highlighted item is automatically selected if you  
do not perform any operation for two seconds after  
pressing  
.
If you have set an input source to "Skip" in the "AV  
Preset" menu (page 27), that input source does not  
appear in the list.  
To connect Do this  
Headphones M Connect to the i socket to listen to  
sound from the TV on headphones.  
z
To return to normal TV mode, press DIGITAL or  
ANALOG.  
Provides access to pay TV services.  
For details, refer to the instruction  
manual supplied with your CAM.  
To use the CAM, remove the  
“dummy” card from the CAM slot,  
then turn off the TV and insert your  
CAM card into the slot. When you  
are not using the CAM, we  
Conditional  
Access Module  
(CAM) I  
Symbol on the  
screen  
Description  
AV1  
To see the equipment connected to  
A.  
AV2  
To see the equipment connected to  
recommend that you keep the  
B.  
“dummy” card in the CAM slot.  
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~
CAM is not supported in all countries.  
Please check with your authorized  
dealer.  
SmartLink is a direct link between  
the TV and a VCR/DVD recorder.  
AV3  
To see the equipment connected to  
L.  
Hi-Fi audio  
equipment G  
Connect to the audio output sockets  
to listen to the sound from the  
TV on Hi-Fi audio equipment.  
HDMI 1*  
HDMI 2*  
To see the equipment connected to  
D.  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO OUT  
(OPTICAL) F  
Use an optical audio cable.  
To see the equipment connected to  
E.  
If the equipment has a DVI socket,  
connect the DVI socket to the  
HDMI IN socket through a DVI-  
HDMI adaptor interface (not  
supplied), and connect the  
equipment’s audio out socket to the  
audio in HDMI IN socket.  
USB J  
Use USB memory to display photos.  
Additional operations  
To  
Do this  
Return to normal TV Press DIGITAL or ANALOG.  
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Using the Options menu  
To view two pictures simultaneously  
Press OPTIONS to display the following options  
when viewing pictures from connected equipment.  
– PIP (Picture in Picture)  
You can view two pictures (PC input and TV  
programme) on the screen simultaneously.  
Connect a PC (page 17), and make sure that images  
from a PC appear on the screen.  
Options  
Description  
Picture Mode (except See page 22.  
PC input mode)  
1 Press OPTIONS to display the Options  
menu.  
Display Mode (in PC See page 22.  
input mode only)  
2 Press F/f to select “PIP”, then press  
.
The picture from the connected PC is displayed  
with full size and the TV programme is displayed  
on the right corner.  
Sound Effect  
Speaker  
See page 23.  
See page 27.  
See page 19.  
You can use F/f/G/gto move the TV programme  
PIP (in PC input  
mode only)  
screen position.  
3 Press number buttons or PROG +/- to select  
PAP (except PC input See page 19.  
mode)  
the TV channel.  
To return to single picture mode  
Auto Adjustment (in See page 26.  
PC input mode only)  
Press  
RETURN.  
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You can switch the audible picture by selecting “PC  
Sound/TV Sound” from the Options menu.  
Horizontal Shift (in  
PC input mode only)  
See page 26.  
Sleep Timer (except See page 25.  
PC input mode)  
Using BRAVIA Sync  
(Control for HDMI)  
Power Saving  
See page 24.  
To view two pictures simultaneously  
– PAP (Picture and Picture)  
You can view two pictures (external input and  
TV programme) on the screen simultaneously.  
Connect an optional equipment (page 17), and  
make sure that images from the equipment  
appear on the screen (page 18).  
The control for HDMI function enables the TV  
to communicate with the connected equipment  
that is compatible with the function, using  
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).  
For example, by connecting Sony equipment  
that is compatible with control for HDMI  
(with HDMI cables), you can control them  
together.  
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Be sure to connect the equipment correctly,  
and make the necessary settings.  
• This function is not available for a PC input  
source.  
• You cannot change the size of the pictures.  
• You cannot display analogue TV video in the TV  
programme picture while displaying AV1, AV2 or  
AV3 video in the external inputs picture.  
Control for HDMI  
Automatically turns the connected  
equipment off when you turn the TV off.  
Automatically turns the TV on and  
switches the input to the connected  
equipment when the equipment starts to  
play.  
If you turn on a connected audio system  
while the TV is on, the sound output  
switches from the TV speaker to the audio  
system.  
Adjusts the volume (2 +/-) and mutes the  
sound (%) of a connected audio system.  
You can operate the connected Sony  
equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo  
by the TV remote by pressing:  
1 Press OPTIONS.  
2 Press F/f to select “PAP”, then press  
.
The picture from the connected equipment  
is displayed on the left, and the TV  
programme is displayed on the right.  
3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to  
select the TV channel.  
To return to single picture mode  
Press or  
RETURN.  
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The picture framed in green is audible. You can  
switch the audible picture by pressing G/g.  
m/N/X/M/x to operate the connected  
equipment directly.  
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SYNC MENU to display the menu of the connected  
HDMI equipment on the screen.  
After displaying the menu, you can operate the  
Selection” is displayed when the button is  
pressed.  
menu screen by using F/f/G/g and  
.
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OPTIONS to display “Device Control”, then select  
options from “Menu”, “Options”, and “Content  
List” to operate the equipment.  
Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only  
available with the connected Sony equipment  
that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is compatible  
with control for HDMI.  
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Sync Products and  
Control for HDMI compatible devices from  
other manufacturers may not support all  
functions.  
– Refer to the instruction manual of the equipment for  
available control.  
To connect the equipment that is  
compatible with control for HDMI  
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.  
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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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Using MENU Functions  
Overview of the TV Home Menu (XMB™)  
The XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the TV  
screen. The XMB™ is an easy way to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV.  
Press the HOME button on your remote control to access the XMB™.  
1
Press HOME.  
The TV Home menu appears on the screen.  
Instruction Manual  
Picture  
Media Category Bar  
Settings  
Sound  
Features  
Set-up  
Analogue Set-up  
Digital Set-up  
Category Object Bar  
2
Press G/g to select the category.  
Media category icon  
Description  
Settings  
Photo  
You can make advanced settings and adjustments. For details about settings,  
see page 22.  
You can select “USB Photo Viewer” or “Picture Frame” (page 32).  
Digital  
You can select a digital channel, Favourite list (page 16), or Guide (page 15).  
You can also select a channel using the number buttons or PROG +/–.  
Analogue  
You can select an analogue channel.  
You can also select a channel using the number buttons or PROG +/–.  
To hide the list of analogue channels, set “Programme List Display” to “Off”  
(page 28).  
External Inputs  
You can select equipment connected to the TV.  
To assign a label to an external input, see “AV Preset” (page 27).  
3
4
5
Press F/f to select the item, then press  
Follow the instructions on the screen.  
Press HOME to exit.  
.
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• The options you can adjust vary depending on the situation.  
• Unavailable options are greyed out or not displayed.  
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Settings  
Instruction Manual  
Displays contents of Instruction Manual on the screen.  
(Only for  
Use coloured buttons to move through the screens.  
Press F/f/G/g to select , then press to go to related item or access real  
application.  
KDL-52W4xxx,  
KDL-46W4xxx,  
KDL-40W4xxx,  
KDL-32W4xxx,  
KDL-40E4xxx,  
KDL-32E4xxx)  
Picture  
Selects the picture mode except for PC input source. The options for “Picture  
Mode” may differ depending on the “Video/Photo” setting (page 25).  
“Vivid”: (“Shop”, see page 7). For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.  
“Standard”: (“Home”, see page 7). For standard picture. Recommended for  
home entertainment.  
Picture Mode  
“Cinema”: For viewing film-based content. Most suitable for viewing in a  
theatre-like environment. This picture setting was developed in collaboration  
with Sony Pictures Entertainment to faithfully reproduce movies as intended by  
their creators.  
“Photo”: Sets the optimum picture quality for photographs.  
Selects the display mode for PC input source.  
“Video”: For video images.  
“Text”: For text, charts or tables.  
Display Mode (only in  
PC mode/ PC Input/  
HDMI PC Input)  
Resets all picture settings except “Picture Mode” and “Display Mode” (only in  
PC mode) to the factory settings.  
Reset  
Adjusts the brightness of the backlight.  
Increases or decreases picture contrast.  
Brightens or darkens the picture.  
Backlight  
Contrast  
Brightness  
Colour  
Increases or decreases colour intensity.  
Increases or decreases the green and red tones.  
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Hue  
“Hue” can only be adjusted for an NTSC colour signal (e.g., U.S.A. video tapes).  
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Adjusts the whiteness of the picture.  
Colour Temperature  
“Cool”: Gives the white colours a blue tint.  
“Neutral”: Gives the white colours a neutral tint.  
“Warm 1/Warm 2”: Gives white colours a red tint. “Warm 2” gives a redder  
tint than “Warm 1”  
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Sharpens or softens the picture.  
Sharpness  
Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture) in a weak broadcast signal.  
“Auto”: Automatically reduces the picture noise (in analogue mode only).  
“High/Medium/Low”: Modifies the effect of the noise reduction.  
Off”: Turns off the “Noise Reduction” feature.  
Noise Reduction  
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“Auto” is not available for AV1, AV2, AV3, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3,  
Component, PC and digital mode.  
Reduces the picture noise in MPEG-compressed video.  
MPEG Noise  
Reduction  
Customizes the Picture function in more detail. When you set “Picture Mode” to  
“Cinema” or “Standard”, you can set/change these settings.  
“Adv. Contrast Enhancer”: Automatically adjusts “Backlight” and “Contrast”  
to the most suitable settings judging from the brightness of the screen. This  
setting is especially effective for dark images scenes. It will increase the contrast  
distinction of the darker picture scenes.  
Advanced Settings  
“Live Colour”: Makes colours more vivid.  
“Colour Space” (except for KDL-32W4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx, KDL-26E4xxx,  
KDL-37V4xxx, KDL-32V4xxx, KDL-26V4xxx): Changes the colour  
reproduction gamut. “Wide” reproduces the vivid colour and “Standard”  
reproduces the standard colour.  
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• “Live Colour” is not available when “Colour Space” is set to “Standard”.  
• “Advanced Settings” is not available when “Picture Mode” is set to “Vivid”.  
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“Noise Reduction”, “MPEG Noise Reduction” and “Advanced Settings” are not available for PC.  
Sound  
Selects the sound effect.  
“Dynamic”: Intensifies clarity and sound presence for better intelligibility and  
Sound Effect  
musical realism by using the “BBE High definition Sound System.”  
“Standard”: Enhances clarity, detail, and sound presence by using “BBE High  
definition Sound System.”  
“Clear Voice”: Makes voice sound clearer.  
“Dolby Virtual : Uses the TV speakers to simulate the surround effect produced  
by a multi channel system.  
“BBE ViVA”: BBE ViVA Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D image  
with Hi-Fi sound. The clarity of the sound is improved by BBE while the width  
depth and height of sound image are expanded by BBE’s proprietary 3D sound  
process. BBE ViVA Sound is compatible with all TV programs including news,  
music, dramas, movies, sports and electronic games.  
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If you set “Auto Volume” to “On”, “Dolby Virtual” changes to “Standard”.  
If headphones are connected, “Sound Effect” changes to “Off”.  
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Resets all the sound settings to the factory settings.  
Adjusts higher-pitched sounds.  
Reset  
Treble  
Adjusts lower-pitched sounds.  
Bass  
Emphasizes left or right speaker balance.  
Balance  
Auto Volume  
Keeps a constant volume level even when volume level gaps occur (e.g., adverts  
tend to be louder than programmes).  
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If you set “Sound Effect” to “Dolby Virtual”, “Auto Volume” changes to “Off”.  
Adjusts the volume level of the current input relative to other inputs.  
Volume Offset  
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.  
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If you select other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to  
“Stereo”, “A” or “B”.  
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“Sound Effect”, “Treble”, “Bass”, “Balance” and “Auto Volume” are not available when “Speaker” is set to “Audio System”.  
Features  
The TV turns on faster than usual within two hours after switching to standby  
mode. However, power consumption in standby mode is higher than usual.  
Quick Start  
Selects the power saving mode to reduce the power consumption of the TV.  
Power Saving  
When “Picture Off” is selected, the picture is switched off and the  
(Picture  
Off) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in green. The sound remains  
unchanged.  
“Standard Power”: Default settings.  
“Reduced Power”: Reduces the power consumption of the TV.  
“Picture Off”: Switches off the picture. You can listen to the sound with the  
picture off.  
“On”: Automatically optimises the picture settings according to the ambient  
light in the room.  
“Off”: Turns off the “Light Sensor” feature.  
Light Sensor  
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Be sure not to put anything over the sensor, as its function may be affected. See  
page 12 for the location of the light sensor.  
Lights up and turns off the Sony logo on the front of the TV.  
Logo Illumination  
(except for  
KDL-37V4xxx,  
KDL-32V4xxx,  
KDL-26V4xxx)  
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Provides an improved picture quality which is optimized for film when playing  
DVD images taken on film and non progressive (interlaced).  
“Auto”: Detects the picture contents (video or film) and optimizes the picture  
quality. Use this setting for standard use.  
Film Mode  
“Off”: Turns off the “Film Mode” feature.  
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• If the image contains irregular signals or too much noise, “Film Mode” will be  
automatically turned off even if “Auto” is selected.  
• “Film Mode” is not available when “Video/ Photo” is set to “Photo” or when  
photograph is detected if “Video-A” is set.  
Provides suitable image quality by selecting the option depending on the input  
source (video or photograph data).  
Video/Photo  
“Video-A”: Sets suitable image quality, depending on the input source, video  
data or photograph data when directly connecting Sony HDMI output-capable  
equipment that supports “Video-A” mode.  
“Video”: Produces suitable image quality for moving pictures.  
“Photo”: Produces suitable image quality for still images.  
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• The setting is fixed to “Video” when Video-A mode is not supported on the  
connected equipment, even if “Video-A” is selected.  
• Only available for HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3 and Component in format 1080i  
or 1080p.  
Displays moving pictures that is more faithful to the original source by matching  
the colour space of source.  
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• The setting is fixed to “Normal” when the input signal is HDMI (RGB), even if  
“x.v.Colour” is selected.  
• Only available for HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3 and Component in format 720p,  
1080i or 1080p.  
x.v.Colour  
(except for  
KDL-32W4xxx,  
KDL-32E4xxx,  
KDL-26E4xxx,  
KDL-37V4xxx,  
KDL-32V4xxx,  
KDL-26V4xxx)  
Selects the option (sRGB, sYCC, Adobe RGB) to match the output colour space  
within the output signal from the equipment connected to the HDMI, component  
input jacks or USB.  
Photo Colour Space  
(except for  
KDL-32W4xxx,  
KDL-32E4xxx,  
KDL-26E4xxx,  
KDL-37V4xxx,  
KDL-32V4xxx,  
KDL-26V4xxx)  
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• Select “sYCC” when using the equipment that supports “x.v.Colour”.  
• Only available for HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3 and Component in format 1080i  
or 1080p.  
• Not available when “Colour Space” is set to “Wide” (page 23).  
Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV.  
Timer Settings  
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.  
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• If you switch off the TV and switch it on again, “Sleep Timer” is reset to  
“Off”.  
• “Sleep timer will end soon. Power will be turned off” appears on the screen one  
minute before the TV switches to standby mode.  
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On Timer Settings  
“On Timer”: Sets the timer to turn on the TV from standby mode.  
“Timer Mode”: Selects the desired period.  
“Time”: Sets the time to turn on the TV.  
“Duration”: Selects the time period after which the TV automatically switches  
to standby mode again.  
Clock Set  
Allows you to adjust the clock manually. When the TV is receiving digital  
channels, the clock cannot be adjusted manually since it is set to the time code of  
the broadcasted signal.  
Set-up  
Auto Start-up  
Starts the “first time operation menu” to select the language, country/region and  
location, 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 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).  
Selects the language in which the menus are displayed.  
Language  
“Screen Format”: For details about the screen format, see “To change the  
screen format manually to suit the broadcast” on page 14.  
“Auto Format”: Automatically changes the screen format according to the  
broadcast signal. To keep your setting, select “Off”.  
Screen Settings  
“Display Area”: Adjusts the picture display area in 1080i/p and 720p sources  
when "Screen Format" is set to "Wide".  
“Auto”: During digital broadcasts, displays pictures in accordance with the  
settings recommended by the broadcast station.  
“Full Pixel”: Displays pictures in their original size.  
“Normal”: Displays pictures in their recommended size.  
“Horizontal Shift”: Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture.  
“Vertical Shift”: Adjusts the vertical position of the picture when “Screen  
Format” is set to “Smart”, “Zoom” or “14:9”.  
“Vertical Size”: Adjusts the vertical size of the picture when “Screen Format” is  
set to “Smart”.  
“Screen Format”: Selects a screen format for displaying input from your PC.  
“Full 1”: Enlarges the picture to fill the vertical display area, keeping its  
original horizontal-to-vertical aspect ratio.  
PC Settings  
“Full 2”: Enlarges the picture to fill the display area.  
“Reset”: Resets the PC screen settings to the factory settings.  
“Auto Adjustment”: Automatically adjusts the display position, phase and pitch  
of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the connected PC.  
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“Auto Adjustment” may not work well with certain input signals. In such cases,  
manually adjust “Phase”, “Pitch” and “Horizontal Shift”.  
“Phase”: Adjusts the phase when the screen flickers.  
“Pitch”: Adjusts the pitch when the picture has unwanted vertical stripes.  
“Horizontal Shift”: Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture.  
“Power Management”: Switches the TV to standby mode if no signal is  
received for 30 seconds in the PC input.  
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“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.  
AV Set-up  
1 Press F/f to select the desired input source, then press  
.
2 Press F/f to select the desired option below, then press  
.
-, CABLE, SAT, VCR, DVD/BD, GAME, AUDIO SYSTEM, CAM, PC: Uses one  
of the preset labels to assign a name to connected equipment.  
“Edit:”: Creates your own label.  
1 Press F/fto select the desired letter or number (“_” for a blank space),  
then press g.  
If you input a wrong character:  
Press G/gto select the wrong character. Then, press F/fto select the correct  
character.  
2 Repeat the procedure in step 1 until the name is completed.  
3 Select “OK”, then press  
.
“Skip”: Skips an input source that is not connected to any equipment when you  
press F/f to select the input source.  
“AV2 Input”: Sets a signal to be input through the socket labelled  
/
/
AV2 on the rear of the TV.  
“Auto”: Switches automatically among the signals of RGB input, S video  
input, Composite video input depending on the input signal.  
“RGB”: Inputs the RGB signal.  
“S Video”: Inputs the S Video signal.  
“Composite”: Inputs the Composite video signal.  
“AV2 Output”: Sets a signal to be output through the socket labelled  
AV2 on the rear of the TV. If you connect a VCR/ DVD recorder or  
other recording equipment to the AV2 socket, you can then  
/
/
/
/
record from the equipment connected to other sockets of the TV.  
“TV”: Outputs a broadcast.  
“Auto”: Outputs whatever is being viewed on the screen (except signals from  
the HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, HDMI IN 3,  
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COMPONENT IN and  
/
PC IN sockets).  
“Speaker”: Turns on/off the TV’s internal speakers.  
“TV Speaker”: The TV speakers are turned on in order to listen to the TV’s  
sound through the TV speakers.  
“Audio System”: The TV speakers are turned off in order to listen to the  
TV’s sound only through your external audio equipment connected to the  
audio output sockets. When connected with “Control for HDMI” compatible  
equipment, you can turn the connected equipment on interlocked with the TV.  
This setting must be made after connecting the equipment.  
“Audio Out”:  
“Variable”: The audio output from your audio system can be controlled by  
the TV’s remote.  
“Fixed”: The audio output of the TV is fixed. Use your audio receiver’s  
volume control to adjust the volume (and other audio settings) through your  
audio system.  
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This is used to set the “Control for HDMI” compatible equipment connected to  
the HDMI sockets. Note that the interlock setting must also be made on the  
connected “Control for HDMI” compatible equipment side.  
HDMI Set-up  
“Control for HDMI”: This sets whether to interlock the “Control for HDMI”  
compatible equipment and the TV. When set to “On”, the following menu items  
can be performed. However, power consumption in standby mode is higher than  
usual.  
“Auto Devices Off”: When this is set to “On”, the “Control for HDMI”  
compatible equipment turn on and off interlocked with the TV.  
“Auto TV On”: When this is set to “On” and if the connected HDMI, control  
compatible equipment is turned on, the TV automatically turns on, and the  
displays the HDMI input from the connected equipment.  
“Device List Update”: Creates or updates the “HDMI Device List”. Up to 14  
“Control for HDMI” compatible equipment can be connected, and up to 4  
equipment can be connected to a single socket. Be sure to update the “HDMI  
Device List” when you change the “Control for HDMI” compatible equipment  
connections or settings. Select them manually one by one until getting a correct  
picture for several seconds.  
“HDMI Device List”: Displays the connected “Control for HDMI” compatible  
equipments.  
Displays your TV’s product information.  
Product Information  
All Reset  
Resets all settings to the factory settings and then displays the “Auto Start-up”  
screen.  
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Be sure not to turn the TV off during this period (it takes about 30 seconds) or press any  
buttons.  
All settings, including Digital Favourite list, country/region, language, auto tuned  
channels, etc. will be reset.  
Analogue Set-up  
Select “Off” to hide the list of analogue channels from the XMB™ (Xross  
Media Bar).  
Programme List  
Display  
Tunes in all the available analogue channels.  
This option allows you to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new  
channels that have been launched by broadcasters.  
Auto Tuning  
Changes the order in which the analogue channels are stored on the TV.  
Programme Sorting  
1 Press F/f to select the channel you want to move to a new position, then  
press  
.
2 Press F/f to select the new position for your channel, then press  
.
Before selecting “Label/AFT/Audio Filter/LNA/Skip/Decoder”, press  
PROG +/– to select the programme number with the channel. You  
cannot select a programme number that is set to “Skip” (page 27).  
Manual Programme  
Preset  
Programme/System/Channel  
Presets programme channels manually.  
1 Press F/f to select “Programme”, then press  
2 Press F/f to select the programme number you want to manually tune (if  
tuning a VCR/ DVD recorder, select channel 00), then press RETURN.  
3 Press F/f to select “System”, then press  
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4 Press F/f to select one of the following TV broadcast systems, then press  
RETURN.  
B/G: For western European countries/regions  
I: For the United Kingdom  
D/K: For eastern European countries/regions  
L: For France  
5 Press F/f to select “Channel”, then press  
.
6 Press F/f to select “S” (for cable channels) or “C” (for terrestrial channels),  
then press g.  
7 Tune the channels as follows:  
If you do not know the channel number (frequency)  
Press F/fto search for the next available channel. When a channel has been found,  
the search will stop. To continue searching, press F/f.  
If you know the channel number (frequency)  
Press the number buttons to enter the channel number of the broadcast you want or  
your VCR/ DVD recorder channel number.  
8 Press to jump to “Confirm”, then press  
.
9 Press f to select “OK”, then press  
.
Repeat the procedure above to preset other channels manually.  
Label  
Assigns a name of your choice, up to five letters or numbers, to the selected  
channel. This name will be displayed briefly on the screen when the channel is  
selected.  
To input characters, follow steps 1 to 3 of “Edit:” (page 27).  
AFT  
Allows you to fine-tune the selected programme number manually if you feel  
that a slight tuning adjustment will improve the picture quality.  
You can adjust the fine tuning over a range of –15 to +15. When “On” is  
selected, the fine tuning is performed automatically.  
Audio Filter  
Improves the sound for individual channels in the case of distortion in mono  
broadcasts. Sometimes a non-standard broadcast signal can cause sound  
distortion or intermittent sound muting when watching mono programmes.  
If you do not experience any sound distortion, we recommend that you leave this  
option set to the factory setting “Off”.  
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You cannot receive stereo or dual sound when “Low” or “High” is selected.  
LNA  
Improves the picture quality for individual channels in the case of very weak  
broadcast signals (noisy picture).  
If you cannot see any improvement in the picture quality even if you set to “On”,  
set this option to “Off” (factory setting).  
Skip  
Skips unused analogue channels when you press PROG +/– to select channels.  
(You can still select a skipped channel using the number buttons.)  
Decoder  
Shows and records the scrambled channel selected when using a decoder  
connected directly to scart connector  
/
AV1, or to scart connector  
/
/
AV2 via a VCR/DVD recorder.  
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Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 7), this option may not be  
available.  
Confirm  
Saves changes made to the “Manual Programme Preset” settings.  
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Digital Set-up  
Digital Tuning  
Digital Auto Tuning  
Tunes in the available digital channels.  
This option allows you to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new  
channels that have been launched by broadcasters. For details, see “Auto-tunning  
the TV” (page 7).  
Programme Sorting  
Removes any unwanted digital channels stored on the TV, and changes the order  
of the digital channels stored on the TV.  
1 Press F/f to select the channel you want to remove or move to a new  
position.  
Press the number buttons to enter the known three-digit programme number of the  
broadcast you want.  
2 Remove or change the order of the digital channels as follows:  
To remove the digital channel  
Press . After a confirmation message appears, press  
.
G
to select “Yes”, then press  
To change the order of the digital channels  
Press g, then press F/f to select the new position for the channel and press G.  
3 Press  
RETURN.  
Digital Manual Tuning  
Tunes the digital channels manually. This feature is available when “Digital Auto  
Tuning” is set to “Antenna”.  
1 Press the number button to select the channel number you want to manually  
tune, then press F/f to tune the channel.  
2 When the available channels are found, press F/f to select the channel you  
want to store, then press  
.
3 Press F/f to select the programme number where you want to store the new  
channel, then press  
.
Repeat the above procedure to manually tune other channels.  
“Subtitle Setting”: When “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected, some visual aids  
may also be displayed with the subtitles (if TV channels broadcast such  
information).  
Subtitle Set-up  
Audio Set-up  
“Subtitle Language”: Selects which language subtitles are displayed in.  
“Audio Type”: Switches to broadcast for the hearing impaired when “For Hard  
Of Hearing” is selected.  
“Audio Language”: Selects the language used for a programme. Some digital  
channels may broadcast several audio languages for a programme.  
“Audio Description”: Provides audio description (narration) of visual  
information if TV channels broadcast such information.  
“Mixing Level”*: Adjusts the TV main audio and Audio Description output  
levels.  
“Dynamic Range”: Compensates for differences in the audio level between  
different channels. Note that this function may have no effect for some channels.  
“Optical Out”: Selects the audio signal that is output from the DIGITAL AUDIO  
OUT (OPTICAL) terminal on the rear of the TV. Set to “Auto” when equipment  
compatible with Dolby Digital is connected, and set to “PCM” when non-  
compatible equipment is connected.  
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The screen wallpaper is displayed when listening to a radio broadcast after 20  
seconds without pressing any button.  
You can select the screen wallpaper colour, display a random colour or view a  
slide show (page 32).  
Radio Display  
Parental Lock  
To cancel the screen wallpaper display temporarily, press any button.  
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  
instructions of “PIN Code” below.  
2 Press F/f to select the age restriction or “None” (for unrestricted watching),  
then press  
.
3 Press  
RETURN.  
To set your PIN for the first time  
1 Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN Code.  
PIN Code  
2 Press  
RETURN.  
To change your PIN  
1 Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN Code.  
2 Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN Code.  
3 Press  
RETURN.  
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“Auto Service Update”: Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services  
as they become available.  
Technical Set-up  
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For the service update to be able to take place the TV set should be left in stand-by mode  
from time to time.  
“Software Download”: Enables the TV to automatically receive software  
updates free through your existing aerial/cable (when issued). It is recommended  
that this option be set to “On” at all times. If you do not want your software to be  
updated, set this option to “Off”.  
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For the software upgrade to be able to take place the TV set should be left in stand-by mode  
from time to time.  
“System Information”: Displays the current software version and the signal level.  
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If signal bar is red (no signal) or amber (low signal), check the aerial/cable connection.  
“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/region.  
“Auto DST”: Sets whether or not to automatically switch between summer time  
and winter time.  
On: Automatically switches between summer time and winter time  
according to the calendar.  
Off: The time is displayed according to the time difference set by “Time  
Zone”.  
CA Module Set-up  
Allows you to access a pay TV service once you obtain a Conditional Access  
Module (CAM) and a view card. See page 17 for the location of the  
(PCMCIA) socket.  
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Photo  
Options  
Description  
Picture Frame  
Slide Show  
Displays the photographs one  
by one.  
Displays a fixed photograph on the screen for  
a selected period of time. After that period,  
the TV automatically switches itself into  
standby mode.  
Set-up  
You can make advanced  
settings for a slide show, and  
set the display sequence of the  
thumbnails.  
Using the Options menu  
Using the Options menu  
Press OPTIONS to display the following  
options.  
Press OPTIONS to display the following  
options.  
Options  
Description  
Options  
Description  
Image selection  
Press F/f/G/g to select a  
photograph, then press  
set.  
Picture Mode  
See page 22.  
to  
Sleep Timer  
See page 25.  
See page 24.  
Duration  
Selects the desired period.  
Power Saving  
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• If the photograph is selected from a USB device, it must  
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Not available on thumbnail screen and “Slide Show”  
option.  
remain connected to the TV.  
• If “Sleep Timer” is activated, the TV automatically will  
switch into standby mode.  
• Picture settings can be modified on the “USB Photo  
Viewer” Options menu.  
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• USB photo viewer supports DCF-compliant JPEG  
photographs only.  
• When you connect a Sony digital still camera, set the  
camera’s USB connection mode to Auto or “Mass  
Storage”. For more information about USB connection  
mode, refer to the instructions supplied with your digital  
camera.  
• USB Photo Viewer supports FAT32 file system only.  
• While the TV is accessing the data on the recording  
media, observe the following:  
– Do not turn off the TV or connected USB device.  
– Do not disconnect the USB cable.  
– Do not remove the recording media.  
The data on the recording media may be damaged.  
• Do not use unsupported USB device. This may cause  
malfunctions.  
USB Photo Viewer  
You can view photographs (in JPEG format)  
stored in a Sony digital still camera, camcorder  
through a USB cable or USB storage media on  
your TV.  
1
Connect a supported USB device to the  
TV.  
Press HOME.  
2
3
Press G/g to select “Photo”, then press F/  
f to select “USB Photo Viewer” and press  
.
• Sony will not be held liable for any damage to, or loss  
of, data on the recording media due to a malfunction of  
any connected devices or the TV.  
The thumbnail screen appears.  
• Check the website below for updated information about  
compatible USB devices.  
4
5
Press F/f/G/g to select the photograph or  
folder you want to view, then press  
.
Press  
RETURN to go back to  
thumbnail screen.  
Additional operations  
Press G/f to select an option, then press  
.
Options  
Description  
Device Selection Press G/g to select a device  
when multiple devices are  
connected. Bravia images are  
predefined device.  
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Additional Information  
KDL-32W4xxx, KDL-32V4xxx:  
Specifications  
Approx: 79.4 x 57.7 x 24.2 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 79.4 x 54.0 x 9.9 cm (without stand)  
KDL-32E4xxx:  
Approx: 81.4 x 58.7 x 24.1 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 81.4 x 54.0 x 10.4 cm (without stand)  
KDL-26V4xxx:  
Approx: 65.9 x 50.5 x 24.2 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 65.9 x 46.6 x 9.5 cm (without stand)  
KDL-26E4xxx:  
Display Unit  
Power Requirements:  
220–240 V AC, 50 Hz  
Screen Size:  
KDL-52xxxxx: 52 inches  
KDL-46xxxxx: 46 inches  
KDL-40xxxxx: 40 inches  
KDL-37xxxxx: 37 inches  
KDL-32xxxxx: 32 inches  
KDL-26xxxxx: 26 inches  
Approx: 68.4 x 47.5 x 18.6 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 68.4 x 46.9 x 10.1 cm (without stand)  
Mass:  
KDL-52W4xxx:  
Approx: 38.0 kg (with stand)  
Approx: 32.0 kg (without stand)  
KDL-46W4xxx:  
Display Resolution:  
1,920 dots (horizontal) x 1,080 lines (vertical) (Only for  
KDL-52W4xxx, KDL-46W4xxx, KDL-40W4xxx,  
KDL-32W4xxx, KDL-40E4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx)  
1,366 dots (horizontal) x 768 lines (vertical) (Only for  
KDL-37V4xxx, KDL-32V4xxx, KDL-26V4xxx,  
KDL-26E4xxx)  
Approx: 29.0 kg (with stand)  
Approx: 25.0 kg (without stand)  
KDL-40W4xxx:  
Approx: 21.5 kg (with stand)  
Approx: 18.5 kg (without stand)  
KDL-40E4xxx:  
Approx: 22.0 kg (with stand)  
Approx: 19.0 kg (without stand)  
KDL-37V4xxx:  
Approx: 20.5 kg (with stand)  
Approx: 17.5 kg (without stand)  
KDL-32W4xxx, KDL-32V4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx:  
Approx: 15.5 kg (with stand)  
Approx: 13.0 kg (without stand)  
KDL-26V4xxx, KDL-26E4xxx:  
Approx: 12.5 kg (with stand)  
Power Consumption*:  
KDL-52W4xxx:  
223 W (Home / Standard mode)  
253 W (Shop / Vivid mode)  
KDL-46W4xxx:  
225 W (Home / Standard mode)  
243 W (Shop / Vivid mode)  
KDL-40W4xxx, KDL-40E4xxx:  
176 W (Home / Standard mode)  
201 W (Shop / Vivid mode)  
KDL-37V4xxx:  
138 W (Home / Standard mode)  
155 W (Shop / Vivid mode)  
KDL-32E4xxx, KDL-32W4xxx:  
120 W (Home / Standard mode)  
143 W (Shop / Vivid mode)  
Approx: 10.0 kg (without stand)  
Panel System  
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel  
KDL-32V4xxx:  
TV System  
111 W (Home / Standard mode)  
122 W (Shop / Vivid mode)  
KDL-26V4xxx, KDL-26E4xxx:  
88 W (Home / Standard mode)  
98 W (Shop / Vivid mode)  
* For details about “Home mode” or “Shop mode” see  
page 7.  
Analogue: Depending on your country/region selection:  
B/G/H, D/K, L, I  
Digital:  
DVB-T/DVB-C  
Colour/Video System  
Analogue: PAL, SECAM  
NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In)  
MPEG-2 MP@ML/HL, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC  
Standby Power Consumption*:  
0.19 W or less  
Digital:  
* Specified standby power is reached after the TV  
finishes necessary internal processes.  
* When "Control for HDMI" is activated, standby  
power consumption is 0.6 W.  
* When "Quick Start" is activated, standby power  
consumption will remain at 16 W for two hours after  
switching to standby mode.  
Aerial  
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF  
Channel Coverage  
Analogue: VHF:  
UHF:  
E2–E12  
E21–E69  
CATV: S1–S20  
HYPER: S21–S41  
Dimensions (w × h × d):  
KDL-52W4xxx:  
D/K:  
L:  
I:  
R1–R12, R21–R69  
F2–F10, B–Q, F21–F69  
UHF B21–B69  
Approx: 126.2 x 87.1 x 34.7 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 126.2 x 82.9 x 11.9 cm (without stand)  
KDL-46W4xxx:  
Approx: 112.0 x 78.2 x 30.7 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 112.0 x 74.2 x 11.5 cm (without stand)  
KDL-40W4xxx:  
Approx: 98.6 x 68.4 x 27.9 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 98.6 x 64.6 x 11.0 cm (without stand)  
KDL-40E4xxx:  
Approx: 100.6 x 69.5 x 28.3 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 100.6 x 64.5 x 11.4 cm (without stand)  
KDL-37V4xxx:  
Digital:  
VHF/UHF  
Terminals  
/
AV1  
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard) including  
audio/video input, RGB input and TV audio/video  
output.  
/
/
AV2 (SMARTLINK)  
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard) including  
audio/video input, RGB input, S Video input, selectable  
audio/video output, and SMARTLINK interface.  
Continued  
Approx: 92.0 x 64.9 x 27.9 cm (with stand)  
Approx: 92.0 x 61.0 x 11.0 cm (without stand)  
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AV3 Video input (phono jack)  
AV3 Audio input (phono jacks)  
Audio output (Left/Right) (phono jacks)  
COMPONENT IN  
Supported formats: 1080/24p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p,  
576p, 576i, 480p, 480i  
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync  
PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Audio input (phono jacks)  
500 mVrms  
HDMI IN 1, 2, 3  
Video: 1080/24p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i,  
480p, 480i  
Audio: Two channel linear PCM  
32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits  
PC (see table)  
Analogue audio (minijack):  
500 mVrms  
(HDMI IN 2 only)  
PC IN  
PC Input (Dsub 15-pin)  
G: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green  
B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green  
R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green  
HD: 1-5 Vp-p  
VD: 1-5 Vp-p  
PC audio input (minijack)  
i
Headphones jack  
CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot  
USB port  
Supported formats: JPEG files based on DCF format.  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) digital optical  
jack. Dolby digital or PCM audio from DVB depending  
on broadcasting, PCM audio from any other input  
source.  
Audio output (phono jacks)  
Audio Output  
10 W + 10 W (RMS)  
Optional Accessories  
- KDL-52W40xx/ KDL-52W42xx/ KDL-46W40xx/  
KDL-46W42xx/ KDL-40W40xx/ KDL-40W42xx/  
KDL-32W40xx/ KDL-32W42xx/ KDL-40E40xx/  
KDL-32E40xx/ KDL-37V45xx/ KDL-37V47xx/  
KDL-32V45xx/ KDL-32V47xx:  
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL500.  
- KDL-26V45xx/ KDL-26V47xx / KDL-26E40xx:  
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.  
Design and specifications are subject to change without  
notice.  
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PC Input Signal Reference Chart for  
PC  
Horizontal  
frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
frequency (Hz)  
Signals Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line)  
Standard  
VGA  
640  
640  
480  
480  
400  
600  
600  
768  
768  
768  
768  
768  
768  
768  
1024  
31.5  
37.5  
31.5  
37.9  
46.9  
48.4  
56.5  
60.0  
47.4  
47.8  
60.3  
47.7  
64.0  
60  
75  
70  
60  
75  
60  
70  
75  
60  
60  
75  
60  
60  
VESA  
VESA  
VGA-T  
720  
SVGA  
XGA  
800  
VESA Guidelines  
VESA  
800  
1024  
1024  
1024  
1280  
1280  
1280  
1360  
1280  
VESA Guidelines  
VESA  
VESA  
WXGA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
SXGA  
This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.  
This TV’s PC input does not support interlaced signals.  
This TV’s PC input supports signals in the above chart with a 60 Hz vertical frequency. For other signals, you will see the  
message “No signal”.  
PC Input Signal Reference Chart for HDMI IN 1, 2, 3  
Horizontal  
Vertical  
Signals Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line) frequency  
(kHz)  
Standard  
frequency (Hz)  
VGA  
640  
800  
480  
600  
768  
768  
768  
1024  
768  
31.5  
37.9  
48.4  
47.4  
47.8  
64.0  
47.7  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
VESA  
SVGA  
XGA  
VESA Guidelines  
VESA Guidelines  
VESA  
1024  
1280  
1280  
1280  
1360  
WXGA  
WXGA  
SXGA*  
WXGA**  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
* Only for KDL-52W4xxx, KDL-46W4xxx, KDL-40W4xxx, KDL-32W4xxx, KDL-40E4xxx, KDL-32E4xxx.  
**Only for KDL-37V4xxx, KDL-32V4xxx, KDL-26V4xxx, KDL-26E4xxx.  
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Remove the connected USB device. It can be damaged or  
not supported by the TV.  
Check the website below for updated information about  
compatible USB devices:  
Troubleshooting  
Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is  
flashing in red.  
When it is flashing  
The self-diagnosis function is activated.  
Sound  
No sound, but good picture  
Press 2 +/– or % (Mute).  
1
Count how many 1 (standby) indicator flashes  
between each two second break.  
Check if the “Speaker” is set to “TV Speaker” (page 27).  
When using HDMI input with Super Audio CD or DVD-  
Audio, DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) may not  
output audio signals.  
For example, the indicator flashes three times, then  
there is a two second break, followed by another  
three flashes, etc.  
Channels  
The desired channel cannot be selected  
Switch between digital and analogue mode and select the  
desired digital/analogue channel.  
2
Press 1 on the top edge of the TV to turn it off,  
disconnect the mains lead, and inform your  
dealer or Sony service centre of how the  
indicator flashes (number of flashes).  
Some channels are blank  
Scrambled/Subscription only channel. Subscribe to the  
pay TV service.  
Channel is used only for data (no picture or sound).  
Contact the broadcaster for transmission details.  
When it is not flashing  
1
2
Check the items in the tables below.  
If the problem still persists, have your TV  
serviced by qualified service personnel.  
Digital channels are not displayed  
Picture  
Contact a local installer to find out if digital transmissions  
are provided in your area.  
Upgrade to a higher gain aerial.  
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound  
Check the aerial/cable connection.  
Connect the TV to the mains, and press 1on the top edge  
of the TV.  
If the 1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press "/1.  
General  
Distorted picture and/or sound  
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.  
Check the aerial/cable connection.  
Keep the aerial/cable TV cable away from other  
connecting cables.  
No picture or no menu information from  
equipment connected to the scart connector  
Press  
/
to display the connected equipment list,  
then select the desired input.  
Check the connection between the optional equipment  
and the TV.  
Double images or ghosting (only in analogue  
mode)  
The TV turns off automatically (the TV enters  
standby mode)  
Check the aerial/cable connection.  
Check the aerial location and direction.  
Check if the “Sleep Timer” is activated, or confirm the  
“Duration” setting of “On Timer Settings” (page 25).  
If no signal is received and no operation is performed in  
the TV mode for 10 minutes, the TV automatically  
switches to standby mode.  
Only snow and noise appear on the screen (only  
in analogue mode)  
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).  
The TV turns on automatically  
Check if the “On Timer” is activated (page 26).  
Some input sources cannot be selected  
Picture or sound noise when viewing a TV  
channel (only in analogue mode)  
Select “AV Preset” and cancel “Skip” of the input source  
(page 27).  
Adjust “AFT” (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain better  
picture reception (page 29).  
The remote does not function  
Replace the batteries.  
Some tiny black points and/or bright points  
appear on the screen  
A channel cannot be added to the Favourite list  
Up to 999 channels can be stored in the Favourite list.  
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.  
HDMI equipment does not appear on “HDMI  
Device List”  
Check that your equipment is “Control for HDMI”  
compatible equipment.  
No colour on programmes  
Select “Reset” (page 22).  
Not all channels are tuned  
No colour or irregular colour when viewing a  
signal from the COMPONENT IN sockets  
Check the connection of the COMPONENT  
IN sockets and check if each sockets are firmly seated in  
their respective sockets.  
Check support web site for cable provide information.  
/
/
You cannot select “Off” in “Control for HDMI”.  
If any “Control for HDMI” compatible audio equipment  
is connected to the TV, you cannot select “Off” in this  
menu. If you want to change the audio output to the TV  
speaker, select “TV Speaker” in the “Speaker” menu  
(page 27).  
Picture freezes or contains blocks on the screen  
Check signal level (page 31). If signal bar is red (no  
signal) or amber (low signal), check the aerial/ cable  
connection.  
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