Sony CRT Television KDL 32R41xB User Manual

Parts and Controls  
Television  
Operating Instructions  
Watching TV  
Navigating through Home Menu  
Viewing Pictures from Connected  
Equipment  
Additional Information  
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Introduction  
IMPORTANT NOTICE  
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.  
Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and  
retain it for future reference.  
This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony  
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.  
Inquiries related to product compliance based on European  
Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized  
representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse  
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee  
matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate  
service or guarantee documents.  
Note  
• The “x” that appears in the model name corresponds to a  
numeric digit, related to design, colour or TV system.  
• Before operating the TV, please read “Safety information”  
(page 3).  
• Images and illustrations used in Quick Start Guide and this  
manual are for reference only and may differ from actual  
product appearance.  
Notice for Wireless Signal  
Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this unit is in  
compliance with the essential requirements and  
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.  
For details, please access the following URL:  
Location of the identification label  
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Labels for Model No., Production Date (month/year) and Power  
Supply rating (in accordance with applicable safety regulation) are  
located on the rear of the TV or package.  
Labels for mains adaptor Model No. and Serial No. are located at  
the bottom of mains adaptor.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
WARNING  
TO PREVENT THE  
SPREAD OF FIRE, KEEP  
CANDLES OR OTHER OPEN  
FLAMES AWAY FROM THIS  
PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES.  
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as  
sunshine, fire or the like.  
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.  
Installation  
• The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible AC  
power outlet (mains socket).  
NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED  
KINGDOM  
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment  
for your safety and convenience.  
• Place the TV set on a stable, level surface to avoid it from falling  
down and cause personal injury or damage to the TV.  
• Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall  
installations.  
• For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use  
Sony accessories, including:  
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced with the  
same rating of fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e.,  
Wall-Mount Bracket  
SU-WL450  
marked with  
or ) must be used.  
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.  
• 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 as indicated by illustration when measured  
from the attaching surface of the mounting hook.  
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.  
8 ~ 10 mm  
FUSE  
Screw (supplied with the  
Wall-Mount Bracket)  
Mounting Hook  
How to replace the fuse  
Hook attachment on rear  
of TV set  
Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and  
replace the fuse.  
Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with the  
product.  
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Transporting  
Mains lead  
• 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 below.  
Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the  
screen.  
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.  
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.  
Note  
• Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.  
• Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The core  
conductors may be exposed or broken.  
• When transporting the TV set, do not subject it to jolts or  
excessive vibration.  
• When transporting the TV set for repairs or when moving, pack  
it using the original carton and packing material.  
• 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.  
• Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket.  
• Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.  
Ventilation  
• Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the  
cabinet.  
• 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.  
NOTE ON MAINS ADAPTOR  
Warning  
Installed on the wall  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this  
apparatus to rain or moisture.  
30 cm  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with  
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Do not install this  
equipment in a confined space, such as a bookshelf or similar  
unit.  
10 cm  
10 cm  
• Please ensure that the mains socket is installed near the  
equipment and shall be easily accessible.  
• Be sure to use the supplied mains adaptor and mains lead.  
• Do not use any other mains adaptor. It may cause a  
malfunction.  
10 cm  
Leave at least this space around the set.  
Installed with stand  
• Connect the mains adaptor to an easily accessible mains socket.  
• Do not coil the mains lead around the  
30 cm  
mains adaptor. The core wire may be cut  
and/or it may cause a malfunction of the  
media receiver.  
10 cm  
10 cm  
6 cm  
• Do not touch the mains adaptor with wet hands.  
• If you notice an abnormality in the mains adaptor, disconnect it  
from the mains socket immediately.  
• The set is not disconnected from the mains source as long as it  
is connected to the mains socket, even if the set itself has been  
turned off.  
Leave at least this space around the set.  
• 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.  
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.  
• As the mains adaptor will become warm when it is used for a  
long time, you may feel hot when touching it by hand.  
Prohibited Usage  
Do not install the TV set as shown below.  
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.  
Air circulation is blocked.  
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.  
• If the TV is placed in the changing room of  
a public bath or hot spring, the TV may be  
Wall  
Wall  
damaged by airborne sulphur, etc.  
• For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct  
illumination or sunlight.  
• Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area. Sudden  
room temperature changes may cause moisture condensation.  
This may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor colour.  
Should this occur, allow moisture to evaporate completely  
before powering the TV on.  
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Environment:  
Precautions  
• 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.  
• Do not place the TV in a humid or dusty  
Viewing the TV  
• For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct  
illumination or sunlight.  
• View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or  
during long period of time, strains your eyes.  
• When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid  
excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.  
space, or in a room with oily smoke or  
steam (near cooking tables or  
humidifiers). Fire, electric shock, or  
warping may result.  
LCD Screen  
• Do not install the TV in places subject to extreme temperature  
such as in direct sunlight, near a radiator or a heating vent. The  
TV may overheat in such condition which can cause  
• 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.  
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deformation of the enclosure and/or TV malfunction.  
• 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.  
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.  
• Do not install the TV so that it sticks out  
into an open space. Injury or damage  
from a person or object bumping into the  
TV may result.  
• The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal. Follow  
your local ordinances and regulations for disposal.  
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:  
• 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.  
• 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 spray water or detergent directly on  
the TV set. It may drip to the bottom of the  
screen or exterior parts and enter the TV  
set, and may cause damage to the TV set.  
• Never use any type of abrasive pad,  
alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or  
• If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you have  
unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock may result.  
When not in use  
• 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.  
• However, some TV sets may have features that require the TV  
set to be left in standby to work correctly.  
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 openings is  
recommended to ensure to proper ventilation.  
• 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.  
For children  
• 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.  
Optional Equipment  
If the following problems occur...  
• Keep optional components or any equipment emitting  
electromagnetic radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise  
picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.  
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the  
limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection signal  
cable shorter than 3 meters.  
Turn off the TV set and unplug the mains lead immediately if any  
of the following problems occur.  
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by  
qualified service personnel.  
When:  
Mains lead is damaged.  
Poor fitting of mains socket.  
TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit or having something  
thrown at it.  
Recommendation of F-type plug  
Projection of the inner wire from the connection part must be less  
than 1.5 mm.  
Any liquid or solid object falls through openings in the cabinet.  
7 mm max.  
About LCD Monitor Temperature  
When the LCD Monitor is used for an extended period, the panel  
surrounds become warm. You may feel hot when touching there  
by the hand.  
1.5 mm max.  
(Reference drawing of the F type plug)  
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Caution about handling the remote control  
• Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.  
• Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and  
new batteries.  
• Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Certain  
regions may regulate the disposal of batteries. Please consult  
your local authority.  
• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it,  
or spill liquid of any kind onto it.  
• Do not place the remote control in a location near a heat source,  
a place subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.  
Wireless Function of the unit  
• Do not operate this unit near medical equipment (pacemaker,  
etc.), as malfunction of the medical equipment may result.  
• Although this unit transmits/receives scrambled signals, be  
careful of unauthorised interception. We cannot be responsible  
for any trouble as a result.  
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  
over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of  
electrical and electronic 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.  
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. On certain  
batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a  
chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead  
(Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005%  
mercury or 0.004% lead. 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  
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.  
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CH/INPUT  
Switches between the CH Up/Down screen  
Parts and Controls  
and the input select screen.  
(Sensors/LED indicator)  
TV  
• Receives signals from the remote control.  
Do not put anything over the sensor.  
Doing so may affect its function.  
• Lights up in amber when the sleep timer  
or [On Timer] is set (page 19), or the TV is  
in Photo Frame Mode (page 11).  
• Lights up in green when [Power Saving] is  
set to [Picture Off] (page 21).  
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• Lights up in green when the TV is turned  
on.  
• Does not light up when the TV is in  
standby mode.  
• Flashes while the remote control is being  
operated.  
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Note  
• Make sure that the TV is completely turned off before  
unplugging the AC power cord (mains lead).  
Hint  
• The + button has a tactile dot. Use it as a reference  
when operating the TV.  
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 /(Power)  
Turns the TV on or to switch to standby  
mode.  
Note  
• To disconnect the TV from the AC power  
completely, pull the plug from the mains socket.  
  + / – /  
/
(Volume / Item select)  
• Increases/decreases the volume, or  
selects the next (+) or previous (–) channel  
when the CH Up/Down notification is  
displayed by pressing the CH/INPUT  
button.  
• Moves the selected input source up/down  
when the input select menu is displayed  
by pressing the CH/INPUT button.  
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Speakers:  
Selects [TV Speakers] or [Audio System] to  
output the TV’s sound from the TV speakers  
or connected audio equipment.  
Remote Control  
TV Control:  
Use the [TV Control] menu to operate the TV  
from the [Home (Menu)] or [Options] menu.  
Return to TV:  
Selects this option to return to TV  
programme.  
DIGITAL/ANALOG  
Switch to digital or analogue input.  
Number buttons  
• Select channels. For channel numbers 10  
and above, enter the next digit quickly.  
• In text mode, enter the three digit page  
number to select the page.  
  (Text)  
In text mode, displays Text broadcast.  
Each time you press , the display changes  
cyclically as follows:  
Text  
Text over the TV picture (mix mode)  
No Text (exit the Text service)  
Colour buttons  
Display operation guide (when colour  
buttons are available).  
GUIDE (EPG)  
Displays the Digital Electronic Programme  
Guide (EPG) (page 11).  
//// (Item select / Enter)  
• Select or adjust items.  
/
(Input select / Text hold)  
• Displays and selects the input source  
• Confirm selected items.  
• In text mode, holds the current page.  
RETURN  
• Returns to the previous screen of any  
displayed menu.  
• Stops playback when playing photo/  
music/video file.  
SYNC MENU  
Press to display the BRAVIA Sync Menu and  
then select connected HDMI/MHL  
equipment from [Device Selection].  
The following options can be selected from  
BRAVIA Sync Menu.  
HOME  
Displays or cancels the menu.  
Device Control:  
  +/– (Volume)  
Use the [Device Control] to operate  
equipment that is compatible with BRAVIA  
Sync Control. Select options from [Home  
(Menu)], [Options], [Content List] and [Power  
Off] to operate the equipment.  
Adjusts volume.  
 /////  
• Operate the connected BRAVIA Sync-  
compatible equipment.  
• This key also can be used to operate USB  
media playback.  
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 /(TV standby)  
Turns the TV on or switches to standby  
mode.  
(Wide Mode)  
Adjusts the screen display. Press repeatedly  
to select the desired wide mode (page 10).  
AUDIO  
• In digital mode, selects the sound for  
multilingual source.  
• In analogue mode, selects dual sound  
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(Subtitle)  
Activates or changes the subtitle language  
/
(Info / Text reveal)  
• Displays information. Press once to  
display information about the  
programme/input you are viewing. Press  
again to remove the display from the  
screen.  
• In text mode, reveals hidden information  
(e.g. answers to a quiz).  
OPTIONS  
Press to displays a list that contains  
shortcuts to some setting menus.  
The listed options vary depending on the  
current input and content.  
(Jump)  
Returns to the previous channel or input  
viewed more than 15 seconds.  
PROG +/–/  
/
• Selects the next (+) or previous (–)  
channel.  
• In text mode, selects the next ( ) or  
previous ( ) page.  
  (Mute)  
Mutes the sound. Press again to restore the  
sound.  
Hint  
• The number 5, , PROG + and AUDIO buttons have  
tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when  
operating the TV.  
Note  
• If subtitles are selected and the user launches a  
digital text application via ‘text’ key, subtitles may,  
under certain circumstance stop being displayed.  
When the user exits the digital text application,  
subtitle decoding will resume automatically.  
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TV  
Changing the Viewing Style  
Watching TV  
Changing the Wide Mode  
1 Press /on the TV or remote control to  
turn on the TV.  
1 Press  
mode.  
repeatedly to select the wide  
2 Press DIGITAL/ANALOG to switch  
between digital and analogue modes.  
[Wide Zoom]*  
[Normal]  
[Zoom]*  
3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/–  
to select a TV channel.  
4 Press +/– to adjust the volume.  
[Full]  
In digital mode  
An information banner appears briefly. The  
following icons may be indicated on the  
banner.  
[14:9]*  
[Captions]*  
: Data service (Broadcast application)  
Radio service  
:
:
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may  
be cut off.  
Scrambled/Subscription service  
Multiple audio languages available  
Note  
:
• You cannot select [14:9] or [Captions] for HD  
source pictures.  
: Subtitles available  
For HDMI PC Input (PC timing)  
Subtitles and/or audio available for the  
hearing impaired  
:
Normal  
Full 1  
Recommended minimum age for  
current programme (from 3 to 18 years)  
:
Parental Lock  
:
Full 2  
Digital Programme Lock  
:
Audio available for the visually  
impaired  
:
Spoken subtitle audio available  
Multi-channel audio available  
:
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Setting Scene Select  
1 Press OPTIONS.  
2 Press /then  
to select [Scene  
Select].  
When you select the desired scene option,  
the optimum sound and picture quality for  
selected scene are automatically set. The  
options you can select may vary. Unavailable  
options are greyed out.  
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To use the Favourite list  
The Favourite feature allows you to specify up to  
four lists of your favourite programmes. While  
Navigating through Home Menu  
watching TV, press  
Favourite list.  
to create or display a  
The HOME button allows you to access a variety  
of TV settings and features.  
Hint  
• Press the blue button to edit the Favourite list. Follow  
the guides at the bottom of the screen.  
1 Press HOME.  
Digital Electronic Programme  
Guide (EPG)  
1 Press  
GUIDE in digital mode.  
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2 Press ///then  
to select a  
programme.  
2 Press /to select an option, then  
press  
.
Applications  
Digital Programme List  
1 Press HOME in digital mode.  
Using the TV as a Photo Frame  
Photo Frame displays the clock and calendar at  
the same time as displaying a photo, and  
listening to music or FM radio.  
2 Press /then  
to select [Digital  
Programme List].  
1 Press HOME.  
2 Press /then  
to select  
[Applications].  
3 Press /then  
to select [Photo  
Frame Mode].  
3 Press ///then  
to select a  
programme.  
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To select photo or music from USB  
memory  
To exit FM Radio mode  
1 Press  
RETURN.  
1 Press OPTIONS while playing back a  
Presetting Radio Stations  
When you use FM Radio function for the first  
photo or music file.  
2 Press /then  
to select [Photo  
Frame Mode] to launch Photo Frame.  
time, press HOME and select [Settings]  
[System Settings] [Channel Set-Up]  
Radio Set-Up] [Auto Tuning].  
[FM  
To select Display mode  
You can change the photo frame display by  
selecting [Display Mode] in the [Photo Frame  
Settings] (page 19).  
To change preset radio stations  
1 Press OPTIONS in FM Radio mode.  
2 Press /then  
to select [FM Radio  
To select Clock Display mode  
You can select among three clock display  
modes by selecting [Clock Display] in the [Photo  
Frame Settings] (page 19).  
Presets].  
3 Press /then  
to select the radio  
station you want to change.  
Note  
4 Press /then  
to change the FM  
frequency then to edit FM Radio station  
name.  
• This TV does not have a battery powered backup for  
the clock. Therefore, if there is a power failure or if  
you disconnect the power cord, be sure to reset the  
current date and time.  
Note  
• If the station has a noisy sound, you may be able to  
improve the sound quality by pressing /.  
• When an FM stereo programme has static noise, press  
AUDIO until [Mono] appears. There will be no stereo  
effect, but the noise will be reduced.  
Duration  
To save power, the TV continually plays back in  
Photo-Frame Mode for up to 24 hours before  
powering off automatically. After automatic  
power off, do not use Photo-Frame Mode for at  
least one hour to avoid panel burn-in.  
You can change the setting of the [Duration] in  
the [Photo Frame Settings] (page 19).  
Recordings  
1 Press HOME in digital mode.  
To avoid panel burn-in, the position of the  
photo, clock and calendar are switched  
automatically every hour.  
2 Press /then  
to select  
[Recordings].  
3 Press REC button to record currently  
viewed programmed with USB HDD  
recording function.  
Listening to FM Radio (for Russia or  
Ukraine only)  
1 Press HOME.  
2 Press /then  
to select  
[Applications].  
3 Press /then  
to select [FM Radio].  
4 Press PROG +/– to select an FM radio  
station.  
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Photo Share (except  
Media  
KDL-40R45xB, KDL-32R41xB)  
Connect, copy and view favourite photos on TV  
using your devices (eg. smart phones or  
tablets).  
Playing back Photo/Music/Video via  
USB  
You can enjoy photo/music/video files stored in  
a Sony digital still camera or camcorder through  
a USB cable or USB storage device on your TV.  
1 Press HOME.  
2 Press /then  
to select [Photo  
Share].  
1 Connect a supported USB device to the  
TV.  
3 Follow the instructions on the screen to  
connect your device to the TV.  
2 Press HOME.  
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4 Open web browser on device after all  
connections are established, then follow  
the instructions on the screen to access  
URL.  
3 Press /then  
to select [Media].  
to select [Photo],  
4 Press /then  
[Music] or [Video].  
If more than one USB device is  
connected, press the red button to  
select [Playback Options] then [Device  
Selection] to select the appropriate USB  
device.  
To display photo on TV  
1 Tap on your device to start.  
2 Select a photo, then tap the  
icon on  
your device.  
5 Press ///then  
to select a file  
or folder.  
To save a photo displayed on TV  
Playback options  
Press the red button to display the list of USB  
playback settings.  
1 Tap thumbnail on your device, then hold  
the photo to open the context menu.  
2 Select [Save].  
To adjust the picture quality of USB video  
Note  
1 Press OPTIONS during video playback.  
• Thumbnail history in your device will keep up to 5  
photos.  
Connect USB flash drive to keep up to 50 photos.  
• Up to 10 smart phones or tablets can be connected to  
the TV at the same time.  
2 Press /then  
to select [Picture].  
3 Press ///then  
to select and  
adjust an item.  
• Maximum file size of each photo is 10 MB.  
To play a photo as a slideshow (Photo)  
1 Press the green button in thumbnail  
view to start slideshow.  
To set [Slideshow Effect] and [Slideshow  
Speed], press OPTIONS  
Options].  
To stop a slideshow, press  
[Playback  
RETURN.  
Note  
• While the TV is accessing the data on a USB device,  
observe the following:  
Do not turn off the TV.  
Do not disconnect the USB cable.  
Do not remove the USB device.  
The data on the USB device may be damaged.  
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• 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 file system on the USB device supports FAT16,  
FAT32 and NTFS.  
• TS (.ts, .m2ts)  
Video Codec: MPEG2, H.264, VC-1  
Audio Codec: MPEG1 Layer1/2, MP3, MPEG2  
AAC, MPEG4 AAC, MPEG4 HE-  
AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby  
• The file name and folder name may not display  
correctly in some cases.  
Digital Plus (2ch), DTS, DTS 2.0  
• 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.  
• Use a USB storage device that is compliant with USB  
mass storage device class standards.  
USB Music format  
• LPCM (.wav)  
• MPEG1, audio layer3 (.mp3)  
• WMA V8 (.wma)  
• If a selected file has incorrect container information,  
or is incomplete, it cannot be played back.  
USB Photo format  
• JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg)  
USB Video format  
Note  
• Playback of the above file formats is not guaranteed.  
• AVI (.avi)  
Video Codec: MPEG1, MPEG2, Xvid, MPEG4,  
H.264, Motion JPEG  
Audio Codec: PCM, MPEG1 Layer1/2, MPEG2  
AAC (2ch), MPEG4 AAC (2ch),  
MPEG4 HE-AAC (2ch), Dolby  
Digital (2ch), WMA v8, MP3.  
• ASF (.wmv, .asf)  
Settings  
System Settings  
Video Codec: WMV v9, Xvid, VC-1  
Audio Codec: MP3, WMA v8  
• MP4 (.mp4, .mov, .3gp)  
Video Codec: MPEG-4, H.264, H.263, Motion  
JPEG  
Note  
• The options you can adjust vary depending on the  
situation. Unavailable options are greyed out or not  
displayed.  
• Satellite features are only available for satellite  
models.  
Audio Codec: MPEG1 Layer1/2, MP3, MPEG2  
AAC, MPEG4 AAC, MPEG4 HE-  
AAC  
Picture  
Picture Mode  
• MKV (.mkv)  
Sets a picture mode. The options that can  
be selected differ depending on the  
[Scene Select] settings.  
Video Codec: WMV9, MPEG4, H.264, VC-1,  
VP8  
Audio Codec: PCM, MPEG1 Layer1/2, MP3,  
MPEG2 AAC (2ch), MPEG4 AAC  
(2ch), MPEG4 HE-AAC (2ch),  
Dolby Digital (2ch), WMA v8  
Dolby Digital Plus (2ch), DTS,  
DTS 2.0, VORBIS  
Reset  
Reset all the [Picture] settings except  
[Picture Mode] to the default settings.  
• WebM (.webm)  
Backlight  
Video Codec: VP8  
Adjusts the brightness of the backlight.  
Audio Codec: VORBIS  
Contrast  
• PS (.mpg, .mpeg, .vro, .vob)  
Video Codec: MPEG1, MPEG2  
Audio Codec: MPEG1 Layer1/2, MP3, Dolby  
Digital (2ch), Dolby Digital Plus  
(2ch), DTS, DTS 2.0  
Increases or decreases picture contrast.  
Brightness  
Brightens or darkens the picture.  
Colour  
Increases or decreases colour intensity.  
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Hue  
Advanced Settings  
Sets [Picture] settings in more detail.  
Increases or decreases the green tones  
and red tones.  
Reset: Resets all the advanced settings  
to the default settings.  
Sharpness  
Adv. Contrast Enhancer: Automatically  
adjusts [Backlight] and [Picture] to  
the most suitable settings judging  
from the brightness of the screen.  
This setting is especially effective for  
dark images scenes, and will increase  
the contrast distinction of the darker  
picture scenes.  
Sharpens or softens the picture.  
Colour Temperature  
Adjusts the whiteness of the picture.  
Noise Reduction  
Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture)  
in a weak broadcast signal.  
Black Corrector: Enhances black areas  
of the picture for stronger contrast.  
MPEG Noise Reduction  
Reduces the picture noise in MPEG-  
compressed video.  
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Gamma: Adjusts the balance between  
bright and dark areas of the picture.  
Clear White: Emphasises white colours.  
Film Mode  
Live Colour: Makes colours more vivid.  
Provides improved picture movement  
when playing BD (Blu-ray Disc), DVD or  
VCR images taken on film, reducing  
picture blur and graininess. Select [Auto]  
to represent original film-based content  
as it is.  
LED Motion Mode: Reduces blur in  
movies by controlling the LED  
backlight source, but the brightness  
decreases.  
Note  
Sound  
• If the image contains irregular signals or too  
much noise, [Film Mode] is automatically  
turned off even if [Auto] is selected.  
Sound Mode  
Select according to content you want to  
enjoy.  
Reset  
Resets all the [Sound] settings except  
[Sound Mode], [Dual Sound] and  
[Advanced Settings] to the default  
settings.  
Equaliser  
Adjusts sound frequency settings.  
Sound Booster  
Produces a fuller sound for more impact,  
by emphasising the bass sounds.  
Clear Voice  
Makes voices sound clearer.  
Auto Volume  
Minimizes the difference in volume level  
between all programmes and adverts (e.g.  
adverts tend to be louder than  
programmes).  
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Balance  
Screen  
Emphasises left or right speaker balance.  
Screen Format  
For details about wide mode, see page 10.  
Volume Offset  
Adjusts the volume level of the current  
input relative to other inputs.  
Auto Format  
Automatically changes [Screen Format] to  
match the input signal.  
Dual Sound  
Sets the sound from the speaker to  
To keep your setting, set [Off].  
[Mono], [Stereo], [A] or [B].  
Hint  
Note  
• Even if [Auto Format] is set to [On] or [Off], you  
can always modify the format of the screen by  
• If the signal is very weak, the sound becomes  
monaural automatically.  
pressing  
repeatedly.  
• If the stereo sound is noisy when receiving a  
NICAM programme, select [Mono]. The sound  
becomes monaural, but the noise is reduced.  
• The [Dual Sound] setting is memorized for  
each programme position.  
4:3 Default  
Sets the default [Screen Format] for a 4:3  
input signal.  
• You cannot listen to stereo broadcast sound  
when [Mono] is selected.  
Auto Display Area  
Automatically adjusts the picture to the  
most appropriate display area.  
Hint  
• If you select other equipment connected to the  
TV, set [Dual Sound] to [Stereo], [A] or [B].  
Display Area  
Advanced Settings  
Adjusts the picture display area.  
Dynamic Range: Compensates for  
differences in the audio level  
between different channels (only for  
Dolby Digital audio).  
Horizontal Shift  
Adjust the horizontal position of the  
picture.  
Note  
• The effect may not function or may vary  
depending on the programme regardless of  
the [Dynamic Range] setting.  
Vertical Shift  
Adjust the vertical position of the picture.  
Downmix Mode: Set the downmix  
method that are suitable for multi-  
channel and 2-channel sound.  
Vertical Size  
Adjusts the vertical size of the picture  
when [Screen Format] is set to [Wide  
Zoom].  
PC Adjustment  
Selects screen mode or adjust the display  
position of the picture when receiving PC  
input signal.  
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Note  
• You can run [Digital Auto Tuning] after  
moving to a new residence, changing  
service providers, or to search for newly  
launched channels.  
Channel Set-up  
Analogue Set-up  
Programme List Edit  
Analogue Auto Tuning: Tunes in all the  
available analogue channels. Usually  
you do not need to do this operation  
because the channels are already  
tuned when the TV was first installed.  
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).  
Removes any unwanted digital  
channels stored on the TV, and changes  
the order of the digital channels stored  
on the TV.  
Digital Manual Tuning  
Tunes the digital channels manually.  
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).  
Primary Preferred Language  
Select preferred language which  
subtitles are displayed in.  
Secondary Preferred Language  
Select secondary preferred language  
which subtitles are displayed in.  
Manual Programme Preset: Before  
selecting [TV System]/[Channel]/  
[Label]/[AFT]/[Audio Filter]/[Skip],  
press PROG +/– to select the  
programme number with the  
channel. You cannot select a  
programme number that is set to  
[Skip].  
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Programme:  
Presets programme channels manually.  
Audio Set-up:  
Audio Type  
Switches to broadcast for the hearing  
impaired when [For Hard Of Hearing] is  
selected.  
Programme Sorting: Changes the  
order in which the channels are  
stored on the TV.  
Primary Preferred Language  
Select the preferred language used for  
a programme. Some digital channels  
may broadcast several audio languages  
for a programme.  
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.  
Secondary Preferred Language  
Select the secondary preferred  
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  
Auto Tuning Range  
[Normal]: Searches for available  
channels within your region/country.  
[Full]: Searches for available channels  
regardless of region/country.  
Adjusts the TV main audio and Audio  
Description output levels.  
Hint  
• This option is only available when [Audio  
Description] is set to [On].  
MPEG Audio Level  
Adjusts the MPEG audio sound level.  
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Technical Set-up:  
Auto Service Update  
Enables the TV to detect and store new  
digital services as they become  
available.  
Parental Lock  
PIN Code  
Sets up TV to block channel or external  
input. Use 0-9 on the remote control to  
enter a four-digit PIN code.  
Service Replacement  
Select [On] to automatically change the  
channel when broadcaster changes  
transmission of the viewing programme  
to a different channel.  
Change PIN Code  
Select to change your PIN code.  
Satellite Set-up:  
Allows you to automatically tune  
satellite channels.  
Parental Rating  
Sets an age restriction to viewing. To view  
any programme rated for ages above the  
age you specify, enter the correct PIN  
code.  
CA Module Set-up:  
Allows you to access a pay TV service  
once you obtain a Conditional Access  
Module (CAM) and a view card.  
Setup Protection  
Sets your PIN code for programme related  
operations.  
CA Module Pin:  
Allows you to enter the 8 digits  
Conditional Access Module (CAM) PIN  
to be stored in TV.  
Digital Programme Lock  
Delete Service List:  
Deletes a service list. Select [Yes] to  
delete.  
Locks a digital channel from being  
watched. To view a blocked channel,  
select [Unlocked].  
FM Radio Set-up (for Russia or Ukraine  
only)  
Presets up to 30 FM radio stations that can  
be received in your area.  
Satellite Programme Lock  
Locks satellite programme from being  
watched. To view locked programme,  
select [Unlocked].  
Auto Tuning: Allows you to  
automatically tune and store all the  
available channels.  
External Input Lock  
Locks an external input from being  
watched. To view a blocked external input,  
select [Unlocked].  
FM Radio Presets: Allows you to  
manually tune and store each  
available channel one at a time.  
Note  
• To enable this feature, access to FM Radio  
mode by using Home (Menu) (page 12),  
then preset your desired FM radio stations  
according to the steps mentioned above.  
Note  
• Entering the correct PIN code for blocked  
channel or external input will temporarily  
deactivates the [Parental Lock] feature. To  
reactivate the [Parental Lock] settings, turn off  
and on the TV.  
Hint  
• If you lost your PIN code, see page 27.  
Guidance Block for Recorded Titles  
You can block recorded content by  
displaying a guidance that requires  
password input to access.  
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USB Auto Start  
Set-up  
When USB device is connected to the USB  
port, select [On] to automatically view the  
thumbnail of the last played Photo/  
Music/Video.  
Wi-Fi Setup (except KDL-40R45xB,  
KDL-32R41xB)  
Built-in Wi-Fi: Turns on/off the Wireless  
LAN.  
Clock/Timers  
Sets the timer and clock.  
Wi-Fi Direct: Turns on/off to display  
photos, music and movies or control  
volume level using Wi-Fi direct  
device such as PC, mobile phone or  
digital camera.  
Sleep Timer: Set the time in minutes  
that you would like the TV to remain  
on before shutting off automatically.  
On Timer: Turns on the TV from  
standby mode at a time you set, and  
tuned to a channel or input of your  
preference. Before setting this  
function, make sure you set the  
correct current time.  
Wi-Fi Direct Settings: Set to connect a  
Wi-Fi direct device to the TV using  
the Wi-Fi Direct function. If you  
cannot connect, press OPTIONS key  
and select [Manual].  
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Device Name: Change the name of the  
Clock Set: Set the current time and  
date. This feature also can be set  
from initial set-up.  
TV shown on the connected device.  
Home Network Setup: Allows devices  
to connect using the renderer  
function.  
Time Zone Setting: Sets whether or not  
to automatically select the time zone  
you are in.  
Photo Frame Settings  
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.  
Display Mode: Allows you to select the  
display mode. See page 11.  
Clock Display: Allows you to select the  
clock display.  
Auto DST: Sets whether or not to  
automatically switch between  
summer time and winter time.  
On: Automatically switches between  
summer time and winter time  
Audio Application: Sets [FM Radio],  
[Music] or [Off] as audio application.  
Image Selection: Select image.  
Music Selection: Select music.  
according to the calendar.  
Off: The time is displayed according to  
the time difference set by [Time Zone].  
Slideshow Setting: Select from  
showing slideshow mode or single  
view photo.  
Music Playback Setting: Select from  
listening to all tracks or a single  
music track.  
Recording Set-Up  
Enables timer recordings to a connected  
USB HDD device, and selection of  
recorded content to play.  
Duration: Select the time period ([1 h],  
[2 h], [4 h] or [24 h]) after which the  
TV automatically switches to standby  
mode.  
Auto Start-up  
Starts the initial set-up procedure. This  
option allows you to retune the TV after  
moving houses, or to search for new  
channels that have been launched by  
broadcasters.  
First day of the week: Set [Sunday] or  
[Monday] as the first day of the week  
on the calendar.  
Language  
Select the language in which the menus  
are displayed.  
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Digital Audio Out: Sets the audio signal  
that is output by connecting using  
digital audio output (optical) cable or  
HDMI (ARC) cable. Set to [Auto],  
when connecting equipment  
compatible with Dolby Digital or DTS.  
Set to [PCM], when connecting  
equipment not compatible with  
Dolby Digital or DTS.  
Start-up Logo  
Select [On] to display the logo when the  
TV is turned on. Select [Off] to disable it.  
LED Indicator  
Select [On] to light up the LED indicator.  
Select [Off] to disable it.  
AV Set-up  
AV Preset: Assigns name to external  
equipment input.  
Enable: Select [Auto] to display names  
only when the equipment is connected,  
or [Always] to display regardless of  
connection status.  
TV Position: Improves the speaker  
settings when set as [Table-Top  
Stand] or [Wall Mount] according to  
your TV’s position.  
BRAVIA Sync Settings  
Allows the TV to communicate with  
equipment that is compatible with the  
BRAVIA Sync Control function, and  
connected to the HDMI/MHL jacks of the  
TV. Note that communication settings  
must also be made on the connected  
equipment.  
AV2/Component Input: Select [Auto] to  
have the TV detect and switch  
between the component video jack  
or the video jack when component  
video jack or video jack is connected.  
Note  
• You cannot use the component video jack  
and the video jack at the same time.  
BRAVIA Sync Control: Sets whether or  
not to link the operations of the TV  
and the connected equipment that is  
compatible with BRAVIA Sync  
Control. When set to [On], the  
following functions are available. If  
the specific Sony equipment that is  
compatible with BRAVIA Sync Control  
is connected, this setting is applied  
to the connected equipment  
Speakers: Select sound output from  
the TV speakers or external audio  
equipment.  
Headphone/Audio Out: Sets the sound  
output to headphones, external  
audio systems or Active Subwoofer  
connected to the TV. Disconnect  
headphones from the TV when you  
select [Audio Out] or [Subwoofer].  
automatically.  
Headphone Speaker Link: Switches the  
TV’s internal speakers on/off when  
you connect headphones to the TV.  
Auto Devices Off: When this is set to  
[On], the connected equipment that  
is compatible with BRAVIA Sync  
Control turns off when your TV goes  
to stanby mode.  
Headphone Volume: Adjusts the  
volume of the headphones.  
Note  
• This option is not available, when  
[Headphone/Audio Out] is set to [Audio  
Out].  
Auto TV On: When this is set to [On],  
the TV turns on when you turn on the  
connected equipment that is  
compatible with BRAVIA Sync Control  
(except in MHL mode).  
Audio Out:  
Variable: When using an external  
audio system, volume output from  
audio out can be controlled using the  
TV’s remote control.  
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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Auto Input Change (MHL): When this is  
set to [On], an MHL device is  
Network Set-Up (UK only)  
Allows you to set up the IP settings of the  
TV's Ethernet port and establish a network  
connection.  
switched to MHL input automatically.  
If the TV is in standby mode, it will  
not switch automatically. Select [Off]  
to disable it. The availability of [Auto  
Input Change(MHL)] depends on  
whether the MHL-compatible device  
can support this feature.  
Note  
• For LAN connections, use a Category 5 cable  
(not supplied).  
• This TV supports additional content/services  
provided by the MHEG Internet Connected  
Services feature. General Internet (IPTV/Web  
service/e-mail, etc.) is not supported by this  
TV.  
BRAVIA Sync Device List: Displays a list  
of connected equipment that is  
compatible with BRAVIA Sync  
Control. Selects [Enable] to update  
the [BRAVIA Sync Device List].  
Customer Support  
Provide information of your TV’s model,  
software, and others. For details, see  
Device Control Keys: Select button  
functions of the TV’s remote control  
to operate the connected  
equipment.  
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Eco  
None  
Deactivates the control by the TV’s  
remote control.  
Normal  
Reset  
Resets the current Eco settings to the  
default values.  
For basic operations, such as navigation  
buttons (up, down, left or right, etc).  
Tuning Keys  
Power Saving  
Reduces power consumption of the TV by  
For basic operations and operation of  
channel-related buttons, such as  
PROG +/– or (0-9), etc.  
Useful when you control a tuner or set-  
top box, etc; via the remote control.  
Menu Keys  
adjusting the backlight.  
When you select [Picture Off], the picture  
is switched off. The sound remains  
unchanged.  
Idle TV Standby  
For basic operations and operation of  
the HOME/OPTIONS button.  
Useful when you select menus of a BD  
player, etc; via the remote control.  
Tuning and Menu Keys  
For basic operations and operation of  
channel-related buttons and HOME/  
OPTIONS button.  
Turns the TV off after it has been kept idle  
for the preset length of time.  
Customer Support  
Model Name  
Displays model name of your TV.  
Note  
• You cannot use [BRAVIA Sync Control] if the  
TV operations are linked to the operations  
of an audio system that is compatible with  
BRAVIA Sync Control.  
Software Version  
Displays current software version of your  
TV.  
• Some equipment with [BRAVIA Sync  
Control] does not support the [Device  
Control] feature.  
Digital  
Select [System Information] to display  
digital channel information of your TV.  
External Inputs  
Selects to view or manage the TV input.  
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Picture Check  
View Test Picture: Allows you to check  
the picture condition on the display.  
USB System Update  
Select to perform system update.  
Automatic Software Download  
Select [On] to download the software  
automatically by broadcast signal. Select  
[Off] to disable it.  
Factory Settings  
Resets all settings to factory settings.  
After completing this process, the initial  
set-up screen is displayed.  
Note  
• Be sure not to turn the TV off during this period  
(it takes about 30 seconds) or press any  
buttons.  
Product Support  
Displays your TV’s product information.  
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Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment  
Connection Diagram  
You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV.  
Digital still camera/  
Camcorder/USB  
storage media  
*
*
HDMI/MHL Device  
Home Audio System  
with ARC/HDMI  
Device  
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VCR/Video game equipment/DVD  
player/S VHS/Hi8/DVC camcorder  
*
< 12 mm  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
< 21 mm  
DVD player with component output  
Home Audio System  
Optical Input  
Headphones/Home Audio System/Subwoofer  
Picture Quality  
• AV composite cable  
• Antenna (aerial) cable  
• Component cable  
• HDMI cable  
SD  
HD  
Standard definition (SD) videos have picture signals with a  
vertical resolution of 480 (NTSC) or 576 (PAL/SECAM) lines.  
High definition (HD) videos have picture signals  
with a vertical resolution of 720 or 1080 lines.  
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To use DTV Scart Out  
Setting Digital TV SCART Out  
Using Audio and Video  
Equipment  
1 Select Digital RF input.  
2 Press OPTION.  
1 Turn on the connected equipment.  
3 Press /then  
to select [SCART Out].  
2 Press  
to display the input source.  
4 Press /then  
to select [On].  
3 Press /then  
to select the desired  
Note  
input source.  
When input : Digital TV + [SCART Out] : [On],  
The highlighted item is selected if 2 seconds  
pass without any operation.  
i
Some of remote commander keys will be disable:  
(eg : HOME, PICTURE, WIDE etc.)  
Note  
ii Below message will be display:  
• When connecting a digital audio system not  
compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC)  
technology using an HDMI cable, you need to connect  
an optical audio cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT  
(OPTICAL) to output digital sound.  
• When connecting with an HDMI cable, be sure to use  
HighSpeed HDMI Cable with Cable Type Logo  
(Recommended SONY Cable).  
Feature is unavailable when SCART Out is  
On.  
To disable SCART Out, press OPTIONS  
and choose "SCART Out: Off".  
iii PQ (picture quality) setting will keep raw signal  
condition when [SCART Out] : [On] is selected.  
• When connecting mono equipment, connect the  
audio cable to the L (mono) jack.  
To use MHL device  
Use an authorised MHL 2 CABLE with MHL logo  
(not supplied).  
The TV simultaneously charges the MHL-  
compatible connected device while playing  
photo/music/video files.  
To use BRAVIA Sync devices  
When connecting the TV to BRAVIA Sync  
compatible equipment, you can control them  
together.  
Be sure to perform the necessary settings in  
advance. The BRAVIA Sync Control settings must  
be set on both the TV and the connected  
equipment. See [BRAVIA Sync Settings]  
(page 20) for the settings on the TV side. Refer  
to the connected equipment operating  
instructions for the settings on the connected  
equipment side.  
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Using Screen mirroring (except  
KDL-40R45xB, KDL-32R41xB)  
Screen mirroring displays the screen of a  
compatible device (e.g. smartphones) on your  
large TV screen by Miracast technology.  
No wireless router (or access point) is required  
to use this feature.  
1 Press the  
/
button, then select  
[Screen mirroring] using /buttons.  
2 Operate the Screen mirroring  
compatible device to connect with the  
TV. Once connected, the screen will be  
displayed on the device and also TV.  
For details, refer to the instruction  
manual of the device.  
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To list connected devices/deregister device  
When the standby screen for the Screen  
mirroring is displayed, press OPTION, then  
select [Show Device List / Delete].  
To deregister a device, select the device in the  
list to delete, press . Then, select [Yes] in the  
confirmation display.  
To display dialogue when attempting to  
connect a device with the TV  
Activating this function can avoid an  
unintended device from being connected.  
When the standby screen for then Screen  
mirroring is displayed, press OPTION, then  
select [Registration Notification]  
[On].  
Note that once you decline registration request  
from a device, you will not be able to connect  
the device unless you delete it from the device  
list.  
To change the band setting (for experts)  
When the standby screen for Screen mirroring is  
displayed, press OPTION, then select [Band  
Setting].  
Note  
• Connecting devices must conform to the following:  
Screen mirroring compatible devices:  
2.4 GHz connection (5 GHz not supported).  
• For information about the supported wireless band of  
your device, refer to the instruction manual of your  
device.  
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Distorted picture (dotted lines or stripes)  
Keep the TV away from electrical noise sources  
such as cars, motorcycles, hair-dryers or optional  
equipment.  
Additional Information  
When installing optional equipment, leave some  
space between the optional equipment and the  
TV.  
Check the antenna/cable connection.  
Keep the antenna cable away from other  
connecting cables.  
Troubleshooting  
When the LED indicator is flashing red, count  
how many times it flashes (interval time is  
three seconds).  
If the LED indicator flashes red, reset the TV by  
disconnecting the AC power cord (mains lead)  
from the TV for two minutes, then turn on the  
TV. If the problem persists, contact your dealer  
or Sony service centre with the number of times  
the LED indicator flashes red (interval time is  
three seconds). Press /on the TV to turn it  
off, disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead),  
and inform your dealer or Sony service centre.  
Picture or sound noise when viewing a TV  
channel  
Adjust [AFT] (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain  
better picture reception.  
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.  
When the LED indicator is not flashing, check  
the items as follows.  
If the problem persists, have your TV serviced by  
qualified service personnel.  
Picture contours are distorted  
Change the current setting of [Film Mode] to  
other settings (page 15).  
Picture  
No colour on programmes  
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound  
No colour or irregular colour when viewing a  
Check the antenna/cable connection.  
Connect the TV to the AC power outlet (mains  
socket), and press /on the TV or remote  
control.  
signal from the Y, PB, PR jacks of  
Check the connection of the Y, PB, PR jacks of  
and check if each jacks are firmly seated  
/
/
in their respective jacks.  
No picture or no menu information from  
equipment connected to the video input jack  
appears on the screen  
No picture from the connected equipment  
appears on the screen  
Press  
to display the connected equipment  
Turn the connected equipment on.  
list, then select the desired input.  
Check the cable connection.  
Check the connection between the optional  
Press  
to display the connected equipment  
equipment and the TV.  
list, then select the desired input.  
Correctly insert the memory card or other storage  
device in the digital still camera.  
Use a digital still camera memory card or other  
storage device that has been formatted according  
to the instruction manual supplied with the digital  
still camera.  
Operations are not guaranteed for all USB  
devices. Also, operations differ depending on the  
features of the USB device and the video being  
played.  
Double images or ghosting  
Check the antenna/cable connection, location or  
direction.  
Only snow and noise appear on the screen  
Check if the antenna is broken or bent.  
Check if the antenna has reached the end of its  
serviceable life (three to five years in normal use,  
one to two years at the seaside).  
Cannot select the connected equipment on  
the menu or cannot switch the input  
Check the cable connection.  
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Cannot select [Off] in [BRAVIA Sync Control]  
Sound  
If you have connected any audio system that is  
compatible with BRAVIA Sync Control, you cannot  
select [Off] in this menu. To change the audio  
output to the TV speaker, select [TV Speakers] in  
the [Speakers] menu (page 20).  
No sound, but good picture  
Press +/– or (Mute).  
Check if [Speakers] in [AV Set-up] is set to [TV  
Speakers] (page 20).  
Check if the headphone plug is connected to the  
TV.  
The [Parental Lock] password has been  
forgotten  
Press HOME and select [Settings] t [System  
Settings] t [Parental Lock] t [PIN Code] then  
enter 9999 for the PIN code (PIN code 9999 is  
always accepted).  
No sound or noisy sound  
Check if the TV system setting is appropriate  
Store Display Mode or Promoting Feature  
Logo appears on the screen  
Channels  
On the remote control, press RETURN then press  
HOME and select [Settings] t [System Settings]  
t [Set-up] t [Auto Start-up]. Be sure to select  
[Home] in [Location].  
The desired channel cannot be selected  
Switch between digital and analogue mode and  
select the desired digital/analogue channel.  
Some channels are blank  
The channel is for scrambled/subscription service  
only. Subscribe to a pay TV service.  
Channel is used only for data (no picture or  
sound).  
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Contact the broadcaster for transmission details.  
Digital channels are not displayed  
Contact a local installer to find out if digital  
transmissions are provided in your area.  
Upgrade to a higher gain aerial.  
General  
The TV turns off automatically (the TV enters  
standby mode)  
Check if the [Sleep Timer] is activated (page 19).  
Check if the [Duration] is activated by [On Timer]  
Check if the [Idle TV Standby] is activated  
Some input sources cannot be selected  
Select [AV Preset] and select [Always] of the input  
source (page 20).  
The remote control does not function  
Replace the batteries.  
HDMI/MHL equipment does not appear on  
[BRAVIA Sync Device List]  
Check that your equipment is compatible with  
BRAVIA Sync Control.  
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HDMI IN 1/MHL, HDMI IN 2 (ARC)  
HDMI Video: 1080/24p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p,  
576i, 480p, 480i  
MHL Video: 1080/24p, 1080/30p, 1080i, 720p,  
720/30p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i  
PC input:  
Specifications  
System  
Panel system  
(Resolution, Horizontal frequency, Vertical  
frequency)  
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel, LED Backlight  
TV system  
For KDL-40R48xB, KDL-40R45xB  
640 × 480, 31.5 kHz, 60 Hz  
800 × 600, 37.9 kHz, 60 Hz  
1024 × 768, 48.4 kHz, 60 Hz  
1280 × 768, 47.4 kHz, 60 Hz  
1280 × 768, 47.8 kHz, 60 Hz  
1360 × 768, 47.7 kHz, 60 Hz  
1280 × 1024, 64.0 kHz, 60 Hz  
* 1920 × 1080, 67.5 kHz, 60 Hz  
Analogue: Depending on your country/area  
selection: B/G/H, D/K, L, I  
Digital:DVB-T/DVB-C  
DVB-T2*1  
Satellite*1: DVB-S/DVB-S2  
Colour/video system  
Analogue: PAL, SECAM, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43  
Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML/HL, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC  
*
The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI  
input will be treated as a video timing and not PC  
timing.  
Channel coverage  
Analogue: UHF/VHF/Cable, Depending on your  
country/area selection.  
For KDL-32R43xB, KDL-32R41xB  
640 × 480, 31.5 kHz, 60 Hz  
800 × 600, 37.9 kHz, 60 Hz  
1024 × 768, 48.4 kHz, 60 Hz  
1280 × 768, 47.4 kHz, 60 Hz  
1280 × 768, 47.8 kHz, 60 Hz  
1360 × 768, 47.7 kHz, 60 Hz  
Audio: Two channel linear PCM: 32, 44.1 and  
48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits, Dolby Digital  
ARC (Audio Return Channel) (HDMI IN 2 only)  
Digital: UHF/VHF/Cable, Depending on your  
country/area selection.  
Satellite*1: IF Frequency 950-2150 MHz  
Sound output (Only for 19.5V supply)  
8 W + 8 W (KDL-40R48xB, KDL-40R45xB)  
5 W + 5 W (KDL-32R43xB, KDL-32R41xB)  
Input/Output jacks  
Antenna (aerial)/cable  
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF  
Satellite antenna*1  
Female F-Type Connector IEC169-24, 75 ohm.  
DiSEqC 1.0, LNB 13 V/18 V & 22 kHz tone,  
Single Cable Distribution EN50494.  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)  
Digital optical jack  
AUDIO OUT,   
Audio output, Headphones (mini jack), Subwoofer  
USB port (support HDD Rec)  
/
AV1  
21-pin scart connector (CENELEC standard)  
including audio/video input, RGB input and TV  
audio/video output.  
CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot  
DC IN 19.5 V  
AC adapter input  
COMPONENT IN/  
COMPONENT IN  
AV2  
LAN (Depending on your country/area)  
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX connector (Depending on  
the operating environment of the network,  
connection speed may differ. 10BASE-T/  
100BASE-TX communication rate and  
communication quality are not guaranteed for  
this TV.)  
Supported formats: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p,  
576i, 480p, 480i  
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync  
PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Video input (phono jack)  
COMPONENT IN/  
AV2  
Audio input (phono jacks)  
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Others  
Dimensions (Approx.) (w × h × d)  
Optional accessories  
with Table-Top Stand  
Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL450  
MHL Cable: DLC-MB10/DLC-MB20/DLC-MC10/  
DLC-MC20  
KDL-40R48xB: 92.6 × 58.4 × 16.2 cm  
KDL-40R45xB: 92.6 × 58.4 × 17.5 cm  
KDL-32R43xB: 73.6 × 47.3 × 13.1 cm  
KDL-32R41xB: 73.6 × 47.3 × 14.4 cm  
Operating temperature  
0 ºC – 40 ºC  
without Table-Top Stand  
KDL-40R48xB: 92.6 × 55.6 × 8.9 cm  
KDL-40R45xB: 92.6 × 55.6 × 8.9 cm  
KDL-32R43xB: 73.6 × 45.1 × 8.0 cm  
KDL-32R41xB: 73.6 × 45.1 × 8.0 cm  
Operating humidity  
10 % – 80 % RH (non-condensing)  
Power and others  
Power requirements  
19.5 V DC with AC adapter  
Rating: Input 220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz  
Mass (Approx.)  
with Table-Top Stand  
KDL-40R48xB: 7.5 kg  
KDL-40R45xB: 7.4 kg  
KDL-32R43xB: 5.0 kg  
KDL-32R41xB: 4.9 kg  
Energy Efficiency Class  
KDL-40R48xB: A  
KDL-40R45xB: A  
KDL-32R43xB: A  
without Table-Top Stand  
KDL-40R48xB: 7.0 kg  
KDL-40R45xB: 7.0 kg  
KDL-32R43xB: 4.7 kg  
KDL-32R41xB: 4.7 kg  
KDL-32R41xB: A  
Screen size (measured diagonally) (approx.)  
KDL-40R48xB: 40 inches / 101.6 cm  
KDL-40R45xB: 40 inches / 101.6 cm  
KDL-32R43xB: 32 inches / 80.0 cm  
KDL-32R41xB: 32 inches / 80.0 cm  
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*
*
Not all the TV sets have DVB-T2 or DVB-S/S2  
technology or satellite antenna terminal.  
Energy consumption per year, based on the power  
consumption of the television operating 4 hours per  
day for 365 days. The actual energy consumption  
will depend on how the television is used.  
Specified standby power is reached after the TV  
finishes necessary internal processes.  
Power consumption  
In [Standard] mode  
KDL-40R48xB: 58 W  
KDL-40R45xB: 58 W  
KDL-32R43xB: 36 W  
KDL-32R41xB: 36 W  
2
3
*
Note  
In [Vivid] mode  
• Optional accessories availability depends on  
countries/region/TV model/stock.  
• Do not remove the dummy card from TV CAM  
(Conditional Access Module) slot other than to insert a  
smart card fitted in CAM.  
• Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
• This TV set incorporates MHL 2.  
KDL-40R48xB: 84 W  
KDL-40R45xB: 84 W  
KDL-32R43xB: 60 W  
KDL-32R41xB: 60 W  
2
Average annual energy consumption*  
KDL-40R48xB: 85 kWh  
KDL-40R45xB: 85 kWh  
KDL-32R43xB: 53 kWh  
KDL-32R41xB: 53 kWh  
3
Standby power consumption*  
0.45 W  
Display resolution  
KDL-40R48xB: 1,920 dots (horizontal) x 1,080 lines  
(vertical)  
KDL-40R45xB: 1,920 dots (horizontal) x 1,080 lines  
(vertical)  
KDL-32R43xB: 1,366 dots (horizontal) x 768 lines  
(vertical)  
KDL-32R41xB: 1,366 dots (horizontal) x 768 lines  
(vertical)  
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• For DTS patents, see  
Notes on Digital TV function  
under license from DTS Licensing Limited.  
DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol  
together are registered trademarks, and  
DTS 2.0+ Digital Out is a trademark of DTS,  
Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.  
• Any functions related to Digital TV (  
)
will only work in countries or areas where  
DVB-T/DVB-T2* (MPEG-2 and H.264/  
MPEG-4 AVC) digital terrestrial signals are  
broadcast or where you have access to a  
compatible DVB-C (MPEG-2 and H.264/  
MPEG-4 AVC) cable service. Please confirm  
with your local dealer if you can receive a  
DVB-T/DVB-T2* signal where you live or  
ask your cable provider if their DVB-C cable  
service is suitable for integrated operation  
with this TV.  
For satellite models only:  
• DiSEqC™ is a trademark of EUTELSAT.  
This TV supports DiSEqC 1.0. This TV is not  
intended for controlling motorized  
antennas.  
• Your cable provider may charge a fee for  
their services, or require you to agree to its  
terms and conditions of business.  
• This TV set complies with DVB-T/DVB-T2*  
and DVB-C specifications, but compatibility  
with future DVB-T/DVB-T2* digital  
terrestrial and DVB-C digital cable  
broadcasts are not guaranteed.  
• Some Digital TV functions may not be  
available in some countries/areas and  
DVB-C cable may not operate correctly with  
some providers.  
* Not all the TV sets have 2nd generation T2* Digital  
Video Broadcast technology.  
Trademark information  
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo  
are trademarks or registered trademarks of  
HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States  
and other countries.  
• Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories.  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are  
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
• “BRAVIA” and  
are trademarks of  
Sony Corporation.  
• Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct and Miracast are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of  
Wi-Fi Alliance.  
• “Blu-ray Disc, Blu-ray” and “Blu-ray Disc”  
logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc  
Association.  
• MHL, Mobile High-Definition Link and the  
MHL Logo are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of MHL Licensing, LLC.  
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