LCD Digital Colour TV
Operating Instructions
KDL-37S40xx
KDL-32S40xx
KDL-26S40xx
KDL-37U40xx
KDL-32U40xx
KDL-26U40xx
KDL-37V40xx
KDL-37V42xx
KDL-32V40xx
KDL-32V42xx
KDL-26V40xx
KDL-26V42xx
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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) digital terrestrial
signals are broadcast or where you have access to a compatible
DVB-C (MPEG2) 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
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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
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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
Trademark information
Union and other European countries
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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.
with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product shall not
be treated as household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. By ensuring this
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”
and the double-D symbol
Laboratories.
are trademarks of Dolby
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.
D I G I T A L
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 waste. By ensuring these batteries
are disposed of correctly, you will help
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The illustrations used in this manual are of the
KDL-32V4000 unless otherwise state.
prevent potentially negative consequences for
the environment and human health which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The
recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity
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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Checking the accessories ................................................................................................. 4
Safety information ............................................................................................................. 8
Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 9
Overview of the remote ................................................................................................ 10
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators................................................................ 11
Watching TV
Watching TV.................................................................................................................... 12
Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
..................................... 14
Using the Digital Favourite list
............................................................................... 15
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting optional equipment....................................................................................... 16
Viewing pictures from connected equipment .................................................................. 17
Using “Control for HDMI”................................................................................................. 18
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Using MENU Functions
Navigating through menus .............................................................................................. 19
Picture Adjustment menu................................................................................................ 20
Sound Adjustment menu................................................................................................. 21
Features menu................................................................................................................ 22
Set-up menu.................................................................................................................... 23
Digital Set-up menu
............................................................................................... 26
Additional Information
Specifications.................................................................................................................. 28
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 30
: 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
2
Place the TV set on the stand. Take care not to
interfere with cables.
1: Checking the
accessories
Remote RM-ED009 (1)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
Stand (1)
Screws for stand (3)
To insert batteries into the remote
Push and lift the cover to open.
3
Fix the stand to the TV using the supplied
screws.
2: Attaching the stand
1 Open the carton box and take out the stand
and the screws.
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If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening torque
at approximately 1.5 N·m (15 kgf·cm)
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3: Connecting an
aerial/ VCR/ DVD
recorder
4: Preventing the TV
from toppling over
Terrestrial signal
or cable
Connecting an aerial/cable
Coaxial cable
Connecting an aerial/ cable/ VCR/ DVD recorder
1 Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, not
supplied) in the TV stand.
2
3
Install a machine screw (M6 x 12, not supplied)
into the screw hole of the TV.
Tie the wood screw and the machine screw with
a strong cord.
Coaxial cable
5: Bundling the cables
Terrestrial signal
or cable
Scart lead
Coaxial cable
VCR/ DVD recorder
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4
Press
F
/
f
to select the country/region in which
you will operate the TV, then press
.
6: Selecting the
language,country/region
and location
Auto Start Up
Language
Country
Location
Back:
Confirm:
Select:
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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Press
F
/
f
to select the location type in which
you will operate the TV, then press
.
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Sony recommends you to select “Home” for power
saving.
Auto Start Up
Language
Country
Location
Home
Shop
3,4,5
Back:
Confirm:
Select:
This option selects the initial picture mode
appropiate for the typical lighting condition in
these enviroments.
1 Connect the TV to your mains socket
(220-240V AC, 50Hz).
7: Auto-tuning the TV
2
3
Press
1
on the TV.
When you switch on the TV for the first time,
the Language menu appears on the screen.
1
Press
.
Press
F/
f
to select the language displayed on
the menu screens, then press
.
Do you want to start automatic tuning?
Auto Start Up
Language
Country
MENU
Back:
Start:
Cancel:
Location
2
Press
press
F
/
.
f
to select “Antenna” or “Cable”, then
If you select “Cable”, the screen for selecting
the scan type appears. See “To tune the TV for
Cable connection” (page 7).
Select:
Confirm:
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.
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If a message appears for you to confirm the
aerial connection
No digital or analogue channels were found.
Check all the aerial/cable connection and then
Detaching the Table-
Top Stand from the TV
press
to start auto-tuning again.
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When the Programme Sorting menu appears on
the screen, follow the steps of “Programme
Sorting” (page 23)
Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other
than to wall-mount the TV.
If you do not change the order in which the
analogue channels are stored on the TV, go to
step 4.
4
Press MENU to exit.
The TV has now tuned in all the available
channels.
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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.
To tune the TV for Cable connection
1 Press
.
2
Press
F/
f
to select “Scan Type”, then press
g
to select “Quick Scan” or “Full Scan”, then press
.
"Quick Scan" : channels are tuned according
to the cable operator information within the
broadcast signal.
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.
"Full Scan" : All available channels are tuned
and stored. This procedure may take some time.
This option is recommended when "Quick
Scan" is not supported by your cable provider.
For further information about supported cable
providers, refer to support web site:
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/DVBC
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Press
G
/
g
/
f
to select “Start”.
The TV starts searching for channels. Do not
press any buttons on the TV or remote.
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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:
- KDL-37S40xx/ KDL-32S40xx/ KDL-37U40xx/
KDL-32U40xx/ KDL-37V40xx/ KDL-37V42xx/
KDL-32V40xx/ KDL-32V42xx:
10 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
Installed with stand
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL500
- KDL-26S40xx/ KDL-26U40xx/ KDL-26V40xx/
30 cm
KDL-26V42xx:
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL100
6 cm
10 cm
10 cm
- KDL-37S40xx/ KDL-32S40xx/ KDL-37U40xx/
KDL-32U40xx/ KDL-37V40xx/ KDL-37V42xx/
KDL-32V40xx/ KDL-32V42xx:
TV stand SU-FL300M
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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:
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.
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Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, backwards,
or sideways.
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.
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8 mm - 12 mm
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Do not install the TV set as shown below.
Air circulation is blocked.
Screw (supplied with the Wall-mount
bracket)
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear of TV set
Wall
Wall
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.
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Mains lead
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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.
Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any
risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:
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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.
Be sure to hold the bottom of
the panel, not the front part.
Do not handle with dent
area.
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.
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:
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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.
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:
To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation,
observe the following precautions.
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Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may
break by the impact and cause serious injury.
If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you
have unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock may
result.
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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.
Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation opening is
recommended to ensure to proper ventilation.
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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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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.
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:
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Mains lead is damaged.
Poor fitting of mains socket.
TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit or having something
thrown at it.
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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 A/B – Dual Sound (page 21)
3 Coloured buttons (page 13, 14, 15)
4
/
– Input select / Text hold
• In TV mode: Selects the input source from equipment connected to the TV
sockets (page 17).
• In Text mode (page 12): Holds the current page.
5 F/f/G/g/
6 TOOLS (page 13, 18)
Enables you to access various viewing options and change/make
adjustments according to the source and screen format.
7 MENU (page 19)
8 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 videos are automatically set.
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
– Previous channel
Returns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds).
qa PROG +/-/
/
• In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel.
• In Text mode (page 12): Selects the next ( ) or previous ( ) page.
qs % – Mute the sound
qd 2 +/- – Volume
qf / – Text (page 12)
qg DIGITAL – Digital mode (page 12)
qh ANALOG – Analogue mode (page 12)
qj
– RETURN
Returns to the previous screen of any displayed menu.
qk
ql
– EPG (Digital Electronic Programme Guide) (page 14)
– Picture freeze (page 13)
Freezes the TV picture.
w;
wa
– Screen mode (page 13)
/
– Info / Text reveal
• In digital mode: Displays or removes details of the programme currently
being watched.
• In analogue mode: Displays or removes information such as current
channel number and screen format.
• In Text mode (page 12): Reveals hidden information (e.g. answers to a
quiz).
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• The number 5, PROG + and A/B buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as
references when operating the TV.
• If you turn the TV off, Theatre Mode is also turned off.
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Overview of the TV buttons and indicators
1 MENU (page 19)
2
/
– Input select / OK
• In TV mode: Selects the input source from
equipment connected to the TV sockets
(page 17).
• 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
– Picture Off / Timer indicator
• Lights up in green when the picture is switched
off (page 22).
• Lights up in orange when the timer is set
(page 23).
(only for KDL-37/32/26S40xx,
KDL-37/32/26U40xx)
7 1 – Standby indicator
Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode.
8 "
– 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 14).
• Lights up in red during the timer recording.
9 Remote control sensor
• Receives IR signals from the remote.
• Do not put anything over the sensor, as its
function may be affected.
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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.
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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 Digital
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG), see
page 14.
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
2
3
:
:
:
Subtitles available for the hearing impaired
Recommended minimum age for current
programme (from 4 to 18 years)
:
Parental Lock
c: Current programme is being recorded
Additional operations
To
Do this
Press %. Press 2 +/- to set
3
Turn on the TV
from Standby mode the volume level.
without sound
Adjust the volume
Press 2 + (increase)/
- (decrease).
Access the
Press
. To select an
Programme index
table (in analogue
mode only)
analogue channel, press F/f,
then press
.
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.
To access Digital Text
Many broadcasters provide a Digital Text service.
Digital Text offers graphically rich contents,
compared to Analogue Text.
2 Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode or
Select a digital channel which provides Digital
Text, then press /.
ANALOG to switch to analogue mode.
The channels available vary depending on the
mode.
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.
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.
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To access Analogue Text
Zoom*
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)
Displays
cinemascopic (letter
box format)
broadcasts in the
correct proportions.
To select a page, press the number buttons or
PROG +/-.
To hold a page, press
/
.
To reveal hidden information, press
/
.
14:9*
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Displays 14:9
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.
broadcasts in the
correct proportions.
As a result, black
border areas are
visible on the screen.
Picture Freeze
Freezes the TV picture (e.g. to make a note of a
telephone number or recipe).
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut
off.
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1 Press
on the remote control.
•
•
•
HD signal source pictures can only be displayed in
“Wide” mode .
You cannot use this function while the digital banner is
displayed.
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 “V-Size” using the “Screen”
menu and adjust vertical size to make it visible.
2 Press F/f/G/g to adjust the position of the
window.
3 Press
to remove the window.
4 Press
again to return to normal TV mode.
z
z
Not available for HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, COMP
and PC input.
•
When “Auto Format” is set to “On”, the TV will
automatically select the best mode to suit the broadcast
(page 22).
•
You can adjust the position of the picture when
selecting “Smart” (50Hz), “14:9” or “Zoom”. Press F/
f to move up or down (e.g. to read subtitles).
To change the screen format manually to
suit the broadcast
Press
repeatedly to select the desired screen
Using the Tools menu
format.
Press TOOLS to display the following options
when viewing a TV programme.
Smart*
Options
Description
Displays conventional
4:3 broadcasts with an
imitation wide screen
effect. The 4:3 picture
is stretched to fill the
screen.
Close
Closes the Tools menu.
Picture Mode
Sound Effect
Speaker
See page 20.
See page 21.
See page 21.
See page 26.
4:3
Audio Language (in
digital mode only)
Displays conventional
4:3 broadcasts (e.g.
non-wide screen TV)
in the correct
Subtitle Setting (in
digital mode only)
See page 26.
proportions.
Sleep Timer
See page 23.
See page 22.
Power Saving
Wide
System Information (in Displays the system
digital mode only) information screen.
Displays wide screen
(16:9) broadcasts in
the correct
proportions.
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Checking the Digital Electronic Programme
Guide (EPG)
*
All Categories
1 In digital mode, press
.
2 Perform the desired operation as shown in
the following table or displayed on the
screen.
Select:
+/- 1 day on/off:
Options:
Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
* 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
Watch a programme
.
Turn off the EPG
.
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/g to 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/g to 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” on page 27.
•
•
•
If the TV is unplugged or there is a power cut, some programmed events may be cancelled.
Using the Digital Favourite list
*
The Favourite feature allows you to specify up to
four lists of your favourite programmes.
Favourite Set-up
Favourites 1
TV3
Enter Programme number - - -
011 SETenVEO
012 Tienda en VEO
013 NET TV
33
1 Press MENU.
3/24
K3/300
014 CUATRO
015 CNN+
TVE 1
2 Press F/f to select “Digital Favourites”,
TVE 2
016 40 LATINO
017 la Sexta
then press
.
24H TVE
CLAN TVE
018 Telecinco
019 T5 Estrellas
020 T5 Sport
Favourites 2
TELEDEPORTE
VEO
3 Perform the desired operation as shown in
the following table or displayed on the
screen.
Store favourite:
Back:
RETURN
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/gto 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”, “Favourites 3” or
“Favourites 4”.
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/gto 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.
Audio system
DVD player
PC (HDMI output)
1
2
3
Blu-ray disc player
Digital video
camera
COMPONENT IN
AV2
DVD
AV1
player
with
S
component
output
PC
Hi-Fi audio
equipment
Video game
equipment
DVD player
Decoder
S VHS/ Hi8
DVD recorder
VCR
Decoder
CAM card
For service
use only
AV3
DVC camcorder
Headphones
MONO
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•
Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing
the HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony
HDMI cable.
When “Control for HDMI” compatible equipment is
connected, communication with the connected
equipment is supported. Refer to page 18 to set up this
communication.
Viewing pictures from
connected equipment
•
Switch on the connected equipment, then
perform one of the following operation.
Symbol on the Description
screen
COMP
To see the equipment connected to
7.
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.
PC
To see the equipment connected to
8.
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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.
For an auto-tuned VCR/ DVD recorder
In analogue mode, press PROG +/-, or the number
buttons, to select the video channel.
For other connected equipment
Press
/
to display the connected equipment
To connect Do this
list. Press F/f to select the desired input source,
then press . (The highlighted item is selected if 2
seconds pass without any operation after pressing
F/f.)
Headphones 9 Connect to the i socket to listen to
sound from the TV on headphones.
Conditional
To use Pay Per View services.
When the input source is set to “Skip” in the “AV
Preset” menu under the “Set-up” menu (page 24),
that input does not appear in the list.
Access Module For details, refer to the instruction
(CAM) 0
manual supplied with your CAM.
To use the CAM, remove the rubber
cover from the CAM slot. Switch
off the TV when inserting your
CAM into the CAM slot. When you
do not use the CAM, we recommend
that you replace the cover on the
CAM slot.
Symbol on the Description
screen
AV1/
AV1
To see the equipment connected to
1.
AV2/
AV2/
To see the equipment connected to
2.
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CAM is not supported in all countries.
Please check with your authorized
dealer.
AV2
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SmartLink is a direct link between
the TV and a VCR/DVD recorder.
Hi-Fi audio
equipment qa
Connect to the audio output sockets
to listen to the sound from the
TV on Hi-Fi audio equipment.
AV3
To see the equipment connected to
3.
HDMI 1*
HDMI 2*
HDMI 3*
To see the equipment connected to
4.
Additional operations
To
Do this
To see the equipment connected to
5.
Return to normal TV Press DIGITAL or
mode
ANALOG.
To see the equipment connected
to 6.
Access the Digital
Favourites (in digital
mode only)
Press
.
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
For details, see page 15.
Change the volume of Press 2 +/-.
the connected “Control
for HDMI” compatible
audio system
equipment’s audio out socket to the
audio in HDMI IN socket (page 24).
Mute the sound of the Press %.
connected “Control for
HDMI” compatible
audio system
Press again to restore.
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Using the Tools menu
Press TOOLS to display the following options
Using “Control for
HDMI”
when viewing pictures from connected equipment.
Options
Description
Close
Closes the Tools menu.
The “Control for HDMI” function allows
equipment to control each other using HDMI CEC
(Consumer Electronics Control) specified by
HDMI.
Picture Mode (except See page 20.
PC input mode)
Display Mode (in PC See page 20.
input mode only)
You can perform interlocked control operations
between Sony “Control for HDMI” compatible
equipment such as a TV, DVD recorder with hard
disk and audio system by connecting the equipment
with HDMI cables.
Be sure to correctly connect and set the compatible
equipment to use the “Control for HDMI” function.
Sound Effect
Speaker
See page 21.
See page 21.
See page 18.
PIP (in PC input
mode only)
To connect the “Control for HDMI”
compatible equipment
Connect the compatible equipment and the TV with
an HDMI cable. When connecting an audio system,
in addition to the HDMI cable, be sure to also
H Centre (in PC input See page 22.
mode only)
V Lines (in PC input See page 22.
mode only)
connect the audio output socket
the audio system. For details, see page 16.
of the TV and
Sleep Timer (except See page 23.
PC input mode)
Power Saving
See page 22.
To make the “Control for HDMI” settings
“Control for HDMI” must be set on both the TV
side and the connected equipment side. See HDMI
Set-up (page 24) for the TV side settings. See the
operating instructions of the connected equipment
for setting details.
To view two pictures simultaneously
– PIP (Picture in Picture)
You can view two pictures (PC input and TV
programme) on the screen simultaneously.
Connect a PC (page 16), and make sure that images
from a PC appear on the screen.
“Control for HDMI” functions
• Turns the connected equipment off interlocked
with the TV.
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You cannot display resolutions higher than WXGA (1280
× 768 pixels).
• Turns the TV on interlocked with the connected
equipment and automatically switches the input
to the equipment when the equipment starts to
play.
• If you turn on a connected audio system while the
TV is on, the input switches to the audio from the
audio system.
1 Press TOOLS to display the Tools menu.
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.
• Adjusts the volume and mutes the sound of a
connected audio system.
You can use F/f/G/g to move the TV
programme screen position.
3 Press number buttons or PROG +/- to select
the TV channel.
To return to single picture mode
Press
RETURN.
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You can switch the audible picture by selecting “PC
Sound/TV Sound” from the Tools menu.
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6
External Inputs
Selects equipment connected to your TV.
• To watch the desired external input, select
Using MENU Functions
the input source, then press
.
Settings
Navigating through
menus
“MENU” allows you to enjoy various convenient
features of this TV. You can easily select channels
or inputs sources and change the settings for your
TV.
Displays the Settings menu where most of the
advanced settings and adjustments are
performed.
1 Press F/f to select a menu icon, then
press
.
2 Press F/f/G/g to select an option or
adjust a setting, then press
.
For details about settings, see page 20 to 27.
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The options you can adjust vary depending on the
situation. Unavailable options are greyed out or
not displayed.
* This function may not be available in some
countries/regions.
2
1
1 Press MENU.
2 Press F/f to select an option, then press
.
To exit the menu, press MENU.
Digital Favourites
MENU
Exit:
Select:
Enter:
1
Digital Favourites*
Displays the Favourite list. For details about
settings, see page 15.
2
3
4
Analogue
Returns to the last viewed analogue channel.
Digital*
Returns to the last viewed digital channel.
Digital EPG*
Displays the Digital Electronic Programme
Guide (EPG).
For details about settings, see page 14.
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Picture Adjustment menu
Selects the picture mode except for PC input source.
Picture Mode
“Vivid”: (“Shop”, see page 6). For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
“Standard”: (“Home”, see page 6). For standard picture. Recommended for
home entertainment.
“Cinema”: For viewing film-based content. Most suitable for viewing in a the-
atre-like environment. This picture setting was developed in collaboration with
Sony Pictures Entertainment to faithfully reproduce movies as intended by their
creators.
Selects the display mode for PC input source.
“Video”: For video images.
“Text”: For text, charts or tables.
Display Mode
(only in PC mode)
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 tones.
Hue
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“Hue” can only be adjusted for an NTSC colour signal (e.g., U.S.A. video tapes).
Sharpens or softens the picture.
Sharpness
Adjusts the whiteness of the picture.
Colour Tone
“Cool”: Gives the white colours a blue tint.
“Neutral”: Gives the white colours a neutral tint.
“Warm”: Gives the white colours a red tint.
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“Warm” can not be selected when you set “Picture Mode” to “Vivid”.
Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture) in a weak broadcast signal.
“Auto”: Automatically reduces the picture noise (in analogue mode only).
“High/Mid/Low”: Modifies the effect of the noise reduction.
“Off”: Turns off the “Noise Reduction” feature.
Noise Reduction
z
“Auto” is not available for HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, COMP and PC mode.
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.
Adv. Contrast
Enhancer
Resets all picture settings except “Picture Mode” and “Display Mode” (only in
PC mode) to the factory settings.
Reset
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“Brightness”, “Colour”, “Sharpness” and “Adv. Contrast Enhancer” are not available when “Picture Mode” is set to “Vivid”
or when “Display Mode” is set to “text”.
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Sound Adjustment menu
Selects the sound mode.
“Standard”: Enhances clarity, detail, and sound presence by using “BBE High definition
Sound System.”
Sound Effect
“Dynamic”: Intensifies clarity and sound presence for better intelligibility and musical
realism by using the “BBE High definition Sound 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.
“Dolby Virtual”: Uses the TV speakers to simulate the surround effect produced by a
multi channel system.
“Off”: Flat response. Also allows you to store your preferred settings.
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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”.
Adjusts higher-pitched sounds.
Treble
Adjusts lower-pitched sounds.
Bass
Emphasizes left or right speaker balance.
Resets all the sound settings to the factory settings.
Balance
Reset
Selects the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast.
“Stereo”/ “Mono”: For a stereo broadcast.
Dual Sound
“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.
z
If you select other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to “Stereo”, “A” or
“B”.
Keeps a constant volume level even when volume level gaps occur (e.g., adverts
tend to be louder than programmes).
Auto Volume
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 a “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.
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Features menu
Changes the screen format.
“Auto Format”: Automatically changes the screen format according to the
broadcast signal.
Screen
“Screen Format”: For details about the screen format, see page 13
“V-Size”: Adjust the vertical size of the picture when “Screen Format” is set to
“Smart”.
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•
Even if you have selected “On” or “Off” in “Auto Format”, you can always modify the
format of the screen by pressing repeatedly.
“Auto Format” is available for PAL and SECAM signals only.
•
Selects the power saving mode to reduce the power consumption of the TV.
“Standard”: Default settings.
“Reduce”: Reduces the power consumption of the TV.
“Picture Off”: Switches off the picture. You can listen to the sound with the
picture off.
Power Saving
AV2 Output
Sets a signal to be output through the socket labelled
the rear of the TV. If you connect a VCR/ DVD recorder to the
/
/
AV2 on
/
/
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. Not available for
HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, COMP and PC.
Adjusts the horizontal picture position so that the picture is in the middle of the
screen.
RGB Centre
z
ThisoptionisonlyavailableifanRGBsourcehasbeenconnectedtotheScartsconnectors
/
AV1 or
/
/
AV2 on the rear of the TV.
Customizes the TV screen as a PC monitor.
PC Adjustment
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This option is only available if you are in PC Mode.
“Phase”: Adjust the screen when a part of a displayed text or image is not clear.
“Pitch”: Enlarges or shrinkes the screen size horizontally.
“H Centre”: Moves the screen to the left or to the right.
“V Lines”: Corrects the picture lines while viewing an RGB input signal from
the PC
connector.
“Power saving”: Turns to standby mode if no PC signal is received.
“Reset”: Resets to the factory settings.
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Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV.
Timer
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.
z
• 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.
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.
Timer
Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV.
“Timer Mode”: Selects the desired period.
“On Time”: Sets the time to turn on the TV.
“Off Time”: Sets the time to turn off the TV.
~
If the TV is unplugged or there is a power cut, some programmed events may be cancelled.
Set-up menu
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
Tunes in all the available analogue channels.
Auto Tuning
Usually you do not need to do this operation because the channels are 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).
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 g.
2
Press F/f to select the new position for your channel, then press
.
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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 Preset
1
2
Press F/f to select the desired input source, then press
.
Press F/f to select the desired option below, then press
.
• AV1 (or AV2/ AV3/ HDMI 1/ HDMI 2/ HDMI 3/ COMP/ PC), VIDEO, DVD,
CABLE, GAME, CAM, SAT: Uses one of the preset labels to assign a name to
connected equipment.
• “Edit:”: Creates your own label.
1 Press F/f to select the desired letter or number (“_” for a blank
space), then press g.
If you input a wrong character:
Press G/g to select the wrong character. Then, press F/f to 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.
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 “Control for
HDMI” 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 11
“Control for HDMI” compatible equipment can be connected, and up to 5
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.
Sets an independent volume level to each equipment connected to the TV.
Sound Offset
Selects the sound from the connected equipment HDMI 3 (DVI-HDMI) or PC
(page 17).
PC Audio Input
Before selecting “Label”/“AFT”/“Audio Filter”/“LNA”/“Skip”/“Decoder”,
Manual Programme
Preset
press F/f to select the programme number you want to modify. Then,
press
.
System
Presets programme channels manually.
1
2
Press F/f to select “System”, then press
.
Press F/fto select one of the following TV broadcast systems, then press
G.
B/G: For western European countries/regions
D/K: For eastern European countries/regions
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L: For France
I: For the United Kingdom
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Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 6), this option may not be
available.
Channel
1
2
Press F/f to select “Channel”, then press
.
Press F/f to select “S” (for cable channels) or “C” (for terrestrial
channels), then press g.
3
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.
4
Press
to jump to “Confirm”, 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 24).
AFT
Allows you to fine-tune the selected programme number manually if you feel
that a slight tuning adjustment will improve the picture quality.
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.
“Audio Filter” is not available when “System” is set to “L”.
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
Views 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.
~
Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 6), this option may not be
available.
Confirm
Saves changes made to the “Manual Programme Preset” settings.
~
“Auto Tuning”, “Programme Sorting” and “Manual Programme Preset” are only available in analogue mode.
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Digital Set-up menu
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Some functions may not be available in some countries/regions.
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-
tuning the TV” on page 6.
Programme List Edit
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.
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/fto select the programme number where you want to store the new
channel, then press
.
Repeat the above procedure to manually tune other channels.
Digital Set-up
Subtitle Set-up
“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 Language”: Selects which language subtitles are displayed in.
Audio Set-up
“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.
z
This option is only available when “Audio Description” is set to “On”.
Banner Mode
“Basic”: Displays programme information with a digital banner.
“Full”: Displays programme information with a digital banner, and displays
detailed programme information below that banner.
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Radio Display
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, or display a random colour.
To cancel the screen wallpaper display temporarily, press any button.
Parental Lock
Sets an age restriction for programmes. Any programme that exceeds the age
restriction can only be watched after a PIN Code is entered correctly.
1 Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN code.
If you have not previously set a PIN, a PIN code entry screen appears. Follow the
instructions of “PIN Code” below.
2 Press F/f to select the age restriction or “None” (for unrestricted
watching), then press
.
3 Press
PIN Code
RETURN.
To set your PIN for the first time
1 Press the number buttons to enter the new 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.
z
PIN code 9999 is always accepted.
Technical Set-up
“Auto Service Update”: Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services
as they become available.
“Software Download”: Enables the TV to automatically receive software
updates, free through your existing aerial (when issued). Sony recommends that
this option is set to “On” at all times. If you do not want your software to be
updated, set this option to “Off”.
“System Information”: Displays the current software version and the signal
level.
“Time Zone”: Allows you to manually select the time zone you are in, if it is
not the same as the default time zone setting for your country/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 16 for the location of the
(PCMCIA) socket.
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Additional Information
Panel System
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel
Specifications
TV System
Display Unit
Analogue: Depending on your country/region selection:
Power Requirements:
220–240 V AC, 50 Hz
Screen Size:
B/G/H, D/K, L, I
DVB-T/DVB-C
Digital:
Colour/Video System
Analogue: PAL, SECAM
KDL-37xxxxx: 37 inches
KDL-32xxxxx: 32 inches
KDL-26xxxxx: 26 inches
Display Resolution:
NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In)
MPEG-2 MP@ML
Digital:
1,366 dots (horizontal) × 768 lines (vertical)
Power Consumption*:
Aerial
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
KDL-37S4xxx/ KDL-37U4xxx/ KDL-37V4xxx:
123 W (Home / Standard mode)
155 W (Shop / Vivid mode)
KDL-32S4xxx/ KDL-32U4xxx/ KDL-32V4xxx:
101 W (Home / Standard mode)
129 W (Shop / Vivid mode)
KDL-26S4xxx/ KDL-26U4xxx/ KDL-26V4xxx:
69 W (Home / Standard mode)
87 W (Shop / Vivid mode)
Channel Coverage
Analogue: 48.25 - 855.25 MHz
Digital:
VHF/UHF
Terminals
/
AV1
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard)
including audio/video input, RGB input, and TV
audio/video output.
* For details about “Home mode” or “Shop mode” see
page 6.
Standby Power Consumption*:
/
/
AV2 (SMARTLINK)
KDL-37S4xxx/ KDL-37U4xxx/ KDL-37V4xxx:
0.6 W or less
KDL-32S4xxx/ KDL-26S4xxx/ KDL-32U4xxx/
KDL-26U4xxx/ KDL-32V4xxx/ KDL-26V4xxx:
0.7 W or less
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard)
including audio/video input, RGB input, selectable
audio/video output, and SMARTLINK interface.
AV3 Video input (phono jack)
AV3 Audio input (phono jacks)
* Specified standby power is reached after the TV
finishes necessary internal processes.
Dimensions (w × h × d):
Audio output (Left/Right) (phono jacks)
HDMI IN 1, 2, 3
Video: 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, Impedance 47 kilohms
(HDMI IN 3 only)
KDL-37S4xxx/ KDL-37U4xxx:
Approx: 93.1 x 65.5 x 27.9 cm (with stand)
Approx: 93.1 x 60.9 x 11.0 cm (without stand)
KDL-37V4xxx:
Approx: 92.0 x 64.9 x 27.9 cm (with stand)
Approx: 92.0 x 61.0 x 11.0 cm (without stand)
KDL-32S4xxx/ KDL-32U4xxx:
COMPONENT IN
Supported formats: 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p,
480i
Approx: 80.9 x 58.4 x 24.2 cm (with stand)
Approx: 80.9 x 54.2 x 9.9 cm (without stand)
KDL-32V4xxx:
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-26S4xxx/ KDL-26U4xxx:
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
Approx: 67.5 x 51.1 x 24.2 cm (with stand)
Approx: 67.5 x 46.6 x 9.7 cm (without stand)
KDL-26V4xxx:
Audio input (phono jacks)
500 mVrms
Approx: 65.9 x 50.5 x 24.2 cm (with stand)
Approx: 65.9 x 46.6 x 9.5 cm (without stand)
Mass:
Impedance: 47 kilo ohms
PC
PC Input (15 Dsub) (see page 16)
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
KDL-37S4xxx/ KDL-37U4xxx/ KDL-37V4xxx:
Approx: 20.5 kg (with stand)
Approx: 17.5 kg (without stand)
KDL-32S4xxx/ KDL-32U4xxx/ KDL-32V4xxx:
Approx: 15.5 kg (with stand)
Approx: 13.0 kg (without stand)
VD: 1-5 Vp-p
PC audio input (minijack)
KDL-26S4xxx/ KDL-26U4xxx/ KDL-26V4xxx:
Approx: 12.5 kg (with stand)
i
Headphones jack
CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot
Approx: 10.0 kg (without stand)
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KDL-37S40xx/ KDL-32S40xx/ KDL-37U40xx/
KDL-32U40xx/ KDL-37V40xx/ KDL-37V42xx/
KDL-32V40xx/ KDL-32V42xx:
Sound Output
10 W + 10 W (RMS)
Optional Accessories
TV stand SU-FL300M
- KDL-37S40xx/ KDL-32S40xx/ KDL-37U40xx/
KDL-32U40xx/ KDL-37V40xx/ KDL-37V42xx/
KDL-32V40xx/ KDL-32V42xx:
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL500
- KDL-26S40xx/ KDL-26U40xx/ KDL-26V40xx/
KDL-26V42xx:
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL100
PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC
Horizontal
Vertical
Signals Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line)
frequency
(kHz)
Standard
frequency (Hz)
VGA
640
800
480
600
31.5
37.9
60
60
VGA
SVGA
VESA
Guidelines
XGA
1024
768
48.4
60
VESA
Guidelines
WXGA
1280
1280
768
768
47.4
47.8
60
60
VESA
VESA
•
•
•
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 SYNC”.
PC Input Signal Reference Chart for HDMI IN 1, 2, 3
Horizontal
frequency
(kHz)
Vertical
frequency (Hz)
Signals Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line)
Standard
VGA
640
800
480
600
31.5
37.9
60
60
VGA
SVGA
VESA
Guidelines
XGA
1024
768
48.4
60
VESA
Guidelines
WXGA
WXGA
WXGA
1280
1280
1360
768
768
768
47.4
47.8
47.7
60
60
60
VESA
VESA
VESA
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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
flashing in red.
Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is
Sound
No sound, but good picture
Press 2 +/– or % (Mute).
Check if the “Speaker” is set to “TV Speaker”
(page 21).
When it is flashing
The self-diagnosis function is activated.
•
•
1
Count how many 1(standby) indicator flashes
between each two second break.
For example, the indicator flashes three times,
then there is a two second break, followed by
another three flashes, etc.
Press 1 on the 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).
Channels
The desired channel cannot be selected
•
Switch between digital and analogue mode and select
the desired digital/analogue channel.
2
Some channels are blank
•
Scrambled/Subscription only channel. Subscribe to the
pay TV service.
When it is not flashing
•
•
Channel is used only for data (no picture or sound).
Contact the broadcaster for transmission details.
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
•
Contact a local installer to find out if digital
transmissions are provided in your area.
Upgrade to a higher gain aerial.
Picture
•
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound
Check the aerial/cable connection.
Connect the TV to the mains, and press 1 on 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.
The TV turns off automatically (the TV enters
standby mode)
Double images or ghosting (only in analogue
mode)
Check the aerial/cable connection.
•
Check if the “Sleep Timer” or the “Off Time” are
activated (page 23).
•
•
•
If no signal is received and no operation is performed in
the TV mode for 10 minutes, the TV automatically
switches to standby mode.
Check the aerial location and direction.
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 Time” is activated (page 23).
Some input sources cannot be selected
•
•
•
•
Select “AV Preset” and cancel “Skip” of the input
source (page 24).
Picture or sound noise when viewing a TV
channel (only in analogue mode)
Adjust “AFT” (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain better
picture reception (page 25).
The remote does not function
Replace the batteries.
A channel cannot be added to the Favourite list
Up to 999 channels can be stored in the Favourite list.
•
•
•
Some tiny black points and/or bright points
appear on the screen
The picture of a display unit is composed of pixels.
Tiny black points and/or bright points (pixels) on the
screen do not indicate a malfunction.
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 20).
No colour or irregular colour when viewing a
Not all channels are tuned
Check support web site for cable provide information.
•
•
signal from the
sockets
/
COMPONENT IN
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 21).
•
Check the connection of the
/
COMPONENT
IN sockets and check if each sockets are firmly seated
in their respective sockets.
Picture freezes or contains blocks on the screen
•
Check signal level (page 27). If signal bar is red (no
signal) or amber (low signal), check the aerial/ cable
connection.
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