Sony Flat Panel Television 4 114 464 111 User Manual

4-114-464-11(1)  
LCD Digital Color TV  
Operating Instructions  
KDL-32VL140  
© 2008 Sony Corporation  
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Contents  
The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience:  
Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for  
When Installing the TV Against a Wall or  
Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna  
Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna  
XMB ............................................................30  
4. Setting Up the Channel List  
Inserting Batteries into the Remote  
Quick Setup Guide (separate volume)  
Provides a variety of optional equipment  
connection diagrams.  
Customer Support  
United States  
Canada  
On-line Registration  
United States  
Canada  
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Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®  
Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. The quality of the image you  
see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the  
stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming. Your BRAVIA TV  
can receive and display HD programming from:  
• Over-the-air broadcasting via HD-quality antenna  
• HD cable subscription  
• HD satellite subscription  
• Blu-ray Disc™ player or other HD compatible external equipment  
Contact your cable or satellite provider for information on upgrading to HD programming.  
To learn more about HDTV, visit:  
U.S.A. http://www.sony.com/HDTV  
The Four Steps to a Full HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup  
Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a  
source of HD programming and proper setup connections. This manual explains basic setup  
connections (see page 12). The Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to  
connect other optional equipment.  
Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio  
You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement and high-impact visuals from 1080 HD  
signals. When you compare a high-definition signal to a standard analog signal, you will notice  
a big difference.  
High-definition and standard-definition signals are transmitted with different aspect ratios (the  
width-to-height ratio of the image). HDTV uses a wider screen than conventional standard-  
definition TV.  
16:9 (high-definition) source  
Most HDTV signals use a wide screen aspect ratio  
of 16:9. The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA screen,  
maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture.  
4:3 (standard-definition) source  
Most standard-definition signals use a boxy 4:3  
aspect ratio. When a 4:3 image is displayed on an  
HDTV, you will see black bars on the sides. The  
picture quality may not be as sharp as with HD  
sources.  
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You can use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to fit the entire screen (see pages 22, 35  
and 36).  
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TV Home Menu: XMB (XrossMediaBar)  
The XMBis an easy way to access the TV settings for customizing, making adjustments,  
viewing the available TV channels and selecting the connected equipment. Press the HOME  
button on your remote control to display the XMB.  
Product Support  
Clock/Timers  
Media  
Settings  
Category  
Bar  
Sound  
Screen  
Channel  
TV  
Category Object Bar  
From the horizontal Media Category Bar you can control:  
Settings: timer, picture, sound, screen and other options (see page 31 for customization  
options).  
TV Channels: TV Guide On Screen™ and available channels are displayed on the  
vertical Category Object Bar.  
External Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other optional equipment can also  
be selected from the Category Object Bar from the External Inputs.  
Your BRAVIA TV is Energy Star Compliant. It meets strict energy efficiency  
guidelines set by the EPA and US Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a  
joint program of these government agencies, designed to promote energy efficient  
products and practices.  
• When the TV is initially set up, it is designed to stay within the Energy Star guidelines.  
• Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV (i.e. TV guide, Picture/  
Sound, Light Sensor, Power Savings) can slightly change the power consumption.  
Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may increase which  
possibly could exceed the limits required for the Energy Star qualification.  
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• This manual is for the 32 class, BRAVIA KDL-VL140 model with screen size measured diagonally. The 32 class  
has a 31.5 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally).  
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Getting Started  
1. Installing the TV  
This TV can be mounted on a wall using a Wall-  
Mount Bracket or placed on a TV stand (each sold  
separately). This section will explain:  
Preparation for Table-Top Stand  
Follow the assembling steps required to place on a  
TV stand.  
• How to carry the TV  
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Remove the Table-Top Stand and screws from  
the carton. The screws can be found in the  
accessory bag.  
For product protection and safety reasons,  
Sony strongly recommends that you use the  
screws provided with the TV.  
• Preparation for a Table-Top stand  
• Preparation for a Wall-Mount Bracket  
• Installation against a wall or enclosed area  
• Bundling the connecting cables  
• Securing the TV  
Carrying the TV  
Be sure to follow these guidelines to protect your  
property and avoid causing serious injury.  
• Before carrying the TV, disconnect all cables.  
• Carrying the large size TV requires two or more  
people.  
• When carrying the TV, place your hand as  
illustrated and hold it securely. Do not subject the  
TV to shocks, vibration, or excessive force.  
TV Unit  
Screws  
Table-Top Stand  
2
3
Place the Table-Top Stand on a level and  
stable surface.  
• Lift the TV by placing your palm directly  
underneath the panel but do not:  
• squeeze the speaker grill area  
• place your fingers in the groove above the  
speaker grill area  
Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of the  
Table-Top Stand and align the screw holes.  
• put stress on the LCD panel.  
• Do not lift the TV from the bottom center.  
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• Do not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame  
around the screen.  
• Be careful to not pinch your hands or the AC power  
cord when you install the TV unit to the Table-Top  
Stand.  
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Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit  
to the Table-Top Stand (refer to the “Attaching  
the Table-Top Stand” flyer).  
For details on how to use the Wall-Mount Bracket  
compatible with your model, visit  
If an electric  
Or call 1-800-488-7669 (for United States)  
1-877-899-7669 (for Canada)  
Follow the simple steps below to remove the  
Table-Top Stand:  
screwdriver is used, set  
the torque to tighten at  
approximately 1.5 N·m,  
15 Kgf·cm.  
1
Unplug the AC power cord and disconnect all  
the cables from the TV.  
Preparation for Wall-Mount Bracket  
2
Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the  
TV.  
• For product protection and safety reasons,  
Sony strongly recommends that you use the  
Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your  
TV and the wall-mounting of your TV should  
be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed  
contractor.  
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4
Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook.  
Remove the screws on the rear of the TV (see  
below). Do not remove any other screws from  
the TV.  
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When screws are removed, lift the TV off the  
stand. Make sure that you carry out this task  
with at least two or three people. Do not  
attempt to lift the TV by yourself.  
• For bracket installation, refer to the instruction  
guide provided by the Wall-Mount Bracket  
model for your TV. Sufficient expertise is  
required in installing this TV, especially to  
determine the strength of the wall for  
withstanding the TV’s weight.  
• Be sure to use the screws supplied with the  
Wall-Mount Bracket when attaching the  
mounting hooks to the TV set.  
The supplied M6 screws are designed so that  
they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length 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.  
8-12 mm  
M6 screw (supplied with the Wall-Mount  
Bracket)  
Mounting Hook  
Rear of the TV set  
• The TV can be wall-mounted as packaged. If you  
decided to use the TV with the TV stand and later  
want to wall-mount the TV, follow the steps  
provided on this page to remove the Table-Top  
Stand.  
• Be sure to store the unused screws and Table-Top  
Stand in a safe place until you are ready to attach  
the Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from  
small children.  
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• When moving the TV from a cold area to a  
warm area, a sudden room temperature change  
may cause the TV’s picture to blur or show  
poor color due to moisture condensation.  
Should this occur, please wait a few hours to  
allow the moisture to evaporate before  
powering on the TV.  
When Installing the TV Against a Wall  
or Enclosed Area  
Make sure that your TV has adequate air  
circulation. Allow enough space around the TV as  
shown below. Avoid operating the TV at  
temperatures below 41 °F (5 °C).  
Installed with stand  
7
11  
/
inches  
Bundling the Connecting Cables  
8
(30 cm)  
3
2
/
inches  
8
4 inches  
(10 cm)  
4 inches  
(10 cm)  
You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated  
below.  
(6 cm)  
Leave at least this much space around the set.  
Installed on the wall  
7
11  
inches  
/8  
(30 cm)  
4 inches  
(10 cm)  
4 inches  
(10 cm)  
Leave at least  
thismuchspace  
around the set.  
4 inches (10 cm)  
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Never install the TV set as follows:  
• Do not bundle the AC  
power cord with other  
connecting cables.  
Air circulation is blocked.  
Air circulation is blocked.  
Wall  
Wall  
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• Inadequate air circulation can lead to overheating of  
the TV and may cause damage to your TV or cause a  
fire.  
Consider the following for best picture  
quality  
• Do not expose the screen to direct illumination  
or sunlight.  
• Use spot lighting directed down from the  
ceiling or cover the windows that face the  
screen with opaque drapery.  
• Install the TV in a room where the floor and  
walls are not of a reflective material.  
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• Rope or chain (strong enough to support the  
weight of the TV). Make sure that there is no  
excess slack in the rope or chain.  
Securing the TV  
Sony strongly recommends taking  
measures to prevent the TV from toppling  
over. Unsecured TVs may topple and  
result in property damage, serious bodily  
injury or even death.  
An alternative way to secure the TV is with an  
optional Sony Support Belt Kit.  
Anchor bolt  
Prevent the TV from Toppling Over  
s
Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand.  
s
Do not allow children to play or climb on  
furniture and TV sets.  
s
s
Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV.  
Never install the TV on:  
Screw hole on  
the Table-Top Stand  
• slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces.  
• furniture that can easily be used as steps,  
such as a chest of drawers.  
Screw  
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Contact Sony Customer Support to purchase the  
s
s
Install the TV where it cannot be pulled,  
pushed, or knocked over.  
optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model  
name.  
• For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit:  
Route all AC power cords and connecting  
cables so that they are not accessible to  
curious children.  
• For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669  
Anchor the TV to the Wall  
Use a Sony TV Stand  
Use the hardware listed below (not supplied):  
• Two M6 × 10-12 mm anchor bolts (screw into  
the top-most wall-mount holes located on the  
rear of the TV)  
Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and  
follow the instruction manual provided with the  
Sony TV stand.  
• Rope or chain (attach to one M6 anchor bolt)  
• Wall-anchor (attach to the wall stud) strong  
enough to support the weight of the TV (pass  
the rope through the wall-anchor, then attach  
to the other M6 anchor bolt)  
If a Sony specified TV stand is not used, consider  
the following recommended measures.  
Recommended Measures to Secure the TV  
Secure the Stand for the TV  
Anchor bolts  
Make sure the TV stand can adequately support  
the weight of the TV. Use two angle braces (not  
supplied) to secure the stand.  
Rope or  
For each angle brace use the appropriate hardware  
to:  
Wall-mount  
chain  
holes  
• attach one side of the angle brace to the wall stud.  
• attach the other side to the TV stand.  
Angle brace  
Stand  
Wall-  
anchor  
Secure the TV to the Stand  
Use the optional hardware listed below (not  
supplied):  
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• Securing the TV to the stand without securing it and  
• M6 × 10-12 mm anchor bolt (screwed into the  
TV’s Table-Top Stand)  
• A screw or similar (attach it to the TV stand)  
the stand to the wall provides minimum protection  
against the TV toppling over. For further protection,  
follow all three measures recommended above.  
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2. Locating Inputs and Outputs  
Rear of TV  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
PC IN  
IN  
1
3
1
2
1
(OOPTUICTAL)  
5
Y
1
RGB  
S VIDEO  
x
DMe  
/
3
SERVICE  
P
B
6
7
VIDEO  
P
R
4
AUDIO OUT  
L
L
L
(MONO)  
R
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)  
(VAR/FIX)  
2
3
4
8
CABLE / ANTENNA  
Side Panel  
IN  
2
4
9
VIDEO IN  
2
VIDEO  
L
(MONO)  
1
AUDIO  
R
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• This TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines.  
• An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p video  
formats. 1080/24p is available only with HDMI connection.  
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Item  
Description  
1 VIDEO IN 1  
Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of video equipment. If both composite video and  
S VIDEO are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority.  
S VIDEO  
VIDEO IN 2/3  
VIDEO/L(MONO)-  
AUDIO-R  
Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your A/V equipment.  
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• If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV’s L (MONO)  
audio input jack.  
2 COMPONENT IN Connects to your equipment’s component video (YPBPR) and audio (L/R) jacks.  
1/2 (1080p/1080i/  
720p/480p/480i)/  
L-AUDIO-R  
3 PC IN  
(RGB/AUDIO)  
Connects to a personal computer’s video and audio output connector (see page 14). Can  
also be connected to other analog RGB equipment. See “PC Input Signal Reference  
Chart” on page 14 for the signals that can be displayed.  
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• For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use an adapter (not  
supplied). If this is the case, connect the adapter to the computer before connecting the  
HD15-HD15 cable.  
• If the picture is noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust Phase and Pitch of Screen  
settings on page 36.  
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HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital  
audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped A/V equipment. HDMI  
supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio.  
HDMI IN 4  
R-AUDIO-L  
If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the  
HDMI IN 4 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack, and connect the audio jack to the  
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 4.  
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• Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo.  
• When connecting a DVI-equipped PC to an HDMI jack, also connect an Audio cable  
between the PC and R-AUDIO-L jack.  
x
5 DMe /  
This USB port is for service only unless you are connecting the optional BRAVIA  
x
SERVICE  
external module (DMe ).  
6 DIGITAL AUDIO  
Connects to the optical audio input of your digital audio equipment that is PCM/Dolby*  
Digital compatible.  
OUT (OPTICAL)  
7 AUDIO OUT (VAR/ Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your analog audio equipment. You can  
FIX)  
use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.  
8 CABLE/  
RF input that connects to your cable or VHF/UHF antenna.  
ANTENNA  
9 AC power cord  
Connects to your power source. Plug the cord into the nearest wall outlet.  
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
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3. Connecting the TV  
HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box  
You can enjoy high-definition programming by  
subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a  
high-definition satellite service. For the best  
possible picture, make sure you connect this  
equipment to your TV via the HDMI or  
component video (with audio) input on the back of  
your TV.  
Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna  
System  
You can enjoy high-definition and standard-  
definition digital programming (if available in  
your area) along with standard-definition analog  
programming.  
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Shown with HDMI Connection  
• This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital  
programming for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and  
external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).  
Rear of TV  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
PC IN  
IN  
• It is strongly recommended that you connect the  
CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm coaxial  
cable to receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm  
twin lead cable can be easily affected by radio  
frequency interference, resulting in signal degradation.  
1
3
1
2
1
(OPTICAL)  
Y
RGB  
3
S VIDEO  
PB  
VIDEO  
4
AUDIO OUT  
L
PR  
L
L
(MONO)  
R
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)  
(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)  
(VAR/FIX)  
75-ohm coaxial  
Rear of TV  
cable  
CABLE/ANTENNA  
Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna  
System  
HDMI cable  
CATV/Satellite  
antenna cable  
Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to  
switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna  
programming, as indicated below.  
HD cable box/  
HD satellite box  
A-B RF switch  
Rear of TV  
A
B
Cable  
CABLE/ANTENNA  
Antenna  
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• Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to Cable or  
Antenna in the Channel settings for the type of  
input signal you choose (see page 37).  
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Shown with DVI Connection  
CATV/Satellite  
antenna cable  
DVI-to-HDMI  
cable  
Rear of TV  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
PC IN  
IN  
1
3
1
2
1
(OPTICAL)  
HD cable box/  
Y
RGB  
HD satellite box  
3
S VIDEO  
PB  
VIDEO  
4
PR  
AUDIO OUT  
L
L
L
(MONO)  
R
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)  
(VAR/FIX)  
AUDIO-R (red)  
AUDIO-L (white)  
Audio cable  
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• If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 4 (with DVI-to-HDMI  
cable or adapter) jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 4. For details, see  
Shown with Component Connection  
CATV/Satellite  
antenna cable  
Rear of TV  
DIGITAL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
PC IN  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
1
3
1
2
1
HD cable box/  
(OPTICAL)  
HD satellite box  
Y
RGB  
3
S VIDEO  
PB  
VIDEO  
4
PR  
AUDIO OUT  
L
L
L
(MONO)  
R
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
R
UDIO  
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
(1080p/10i/720p480p/4i)  
(VAR/FIX)  
AUDIO-R (red)  
AUDIO-L (white)  
PR (red)  
PB (blue)  
Y (green)  
Component video cable  
Audio cable  
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PC  
Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting a HD15 to HD15 cable as shown below. This TV can  
also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.)  
Rear of TV  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
PC IN  
IN  
1
3
1
2
1
(OPTICAL)  
Y
RGB  
3
S VIDEO  
PB  
VIDEO  
4
PR  
AUDIO OUT  
L
L
L
(MONO)  
R
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)  
(VAR/FIX)  
HD15-HD15  
cable (analog  
RGB)  
Audio cable (stereo mini plugs)  
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• If the PC is connected to the TV and no signal has been  
input from the PC for more than 30 seconds, the TV  
enters the standby mode automatically (see page 42).  
• Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using an HD15-  
HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio  
cable (see page 11).  
PC Input Signal Reference Chart  
After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the supported resolutions  
and timings indicated below.  
Supported resolutions  
Horizontal  
frequency (kHz)  
Vertical  
frequency (Hz)  
Standard  
Signal  
Horizontal  
(Pixel)  
640  
×
Vertical  
(Line)  
480  
VGA  
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
31.5  
37.5  
31.5  
37.9  
46.9  
48.4  
56.5  
60.0  
47.4  
47.8  
60.3  
47.7  
64.0  
67.5  
60  
75  
70  
60  
75  
60  
70  
75  
60  
60  
75  
60  
60  
60  
VGA  
640  
480  
400  
600  
600  
768  
768  
768  
768  
768  
768  
768  
1,024  
1,080  
VESA  
VGA-T  
720  
SVGA  
XGA  
800  
VESA Guidelines  
VESA  
800  
1,024  
1,024  
1,024  
1,280  
1,280  
1,280  
1,360  
1,280  
1,920  
VESA Guidelines  
VESA  
VESA  
WXGA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
SXGA  
HDTV  
CEA-861*  
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• This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or  
Composite Sync.  
*The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input  
will be treated as a video timing and not PC timing.  
This affects Picture settings, Wide Mode settings,  
and PIP function. To view PC content set Picture  
Mode to Custom, Wide Mode to Full, and  
Display Area to Full Pixel.  
• This TV’s PC VGA input does not support interlaced  
signals.  
Your PC must support one of the above PC input  
signals to display on the television.  
For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use  
the signals (boldfaced) in the above chart with a 60 Hz  
vertical frequency. In plug and play, signals with a  
60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically.  
(PC reboot may be necessary.)  
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Other Equipment  
Digital  
satellite  
receiver  
Blu-ray  
Disc Player/  
“PS3”  
Audio  
system  
DVD  
player  
Personal  
computer  
Digital  
cable box  
IN  
2
VIDEO IN  
2
VIDEO  
L
(MONO)  
AUDIO  
R
Rear of TV  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
PC IN  
IN  
1
3
1
2
1
(OPTICAL)  
Y
RGB  
3
S VIDEO  
P
B
VIDEO  
4
P
R
AUDIO OUT  
L
L
L
(MONO)  
R
AUDIO  
L
AUDO  
R
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
(108p/108i/720p/480p/480i)  
(VARIX)  
CABLE / ANTENNA  
CABLE/ANTENNA  
Digital  
recorder  
Camcorder  
VCR  
Analog  
audio  
Digital audio  
equipment  
equipment  
(A/V Receiver/Home Theater)  
Game  
system  
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• Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.  
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• If the language that you have selected in the  
Language setting is available from the broadcaster as  
Alternate Audio language, your TV will  
4. Setting Up the Channel List  
– Initial Setup  
automatically switch to the matching language with  
the Alternate Audio feature. The Alternate Audio  
option may be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the  
remote control when an alternate audio stream is  
available from the broadcaster. Alternate Audio is  
available only for digital programs (see page 35).  
The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn  
on the TV for the first time.  
Initial Setup  
Step 1 of 6  
Please select a language. Language settings will apply to  
on screen display as well as default audio for digital  
channels. Highlight a choice and press  
to continue.  
4
Set the date and time.  
English  
Español  
Fraais  
Begin your TV Guide On Screen Setup  
When the Initial Setup is completed, the TV will  
display this screen and prompt you to set up the  
electronic program guide. Follow the on screen  
instructions using your remote control.  
1
2
Complete your cable connections (refer to the  
preceding pages and the Quick Setup Guide  
provided separately) before proceeding with  
the Initial Setup.  
Use the remote control to navigate through the  
Initial Setup:  
Initial Setup  
Step 6 of 6  
Initial Setup is complete.  
This TV features an electronic program guide.  
Select  
to begin the TV Guide setup.  
V/v button:  
Allows you to highlight options  
where applicable.  
button:  
Allows you to select the  
highlighted option and advance  
to the next screen.  
Next, you will see a confirmation screen with  
instructions on how to acquire the TV Guide On  
Screen service.  
B button:  
Allows you to move back to the  
previous screen.  
• The service is free of charge.  
Your TV acquires program listing information  
while your TV is turned off.  
• Allow 24 hours (some areas may take longer)  
for the TV to fully receive the program listing  
information.  
• Once the program information is obtained by  
the TV, you will be able to view a guide of up  
to two days of TV programming. See page 26  
on how to use the TV Guide On Screen.  
b button:  
Allows you to move to the next  
screen.  
3
Follow the help text provided on the screen to  
run Auto Program. Auto Program will  
scan for available channels from the signal  
source directly connected to the TV’s  
CABLE/ANTENNA input.  
If you receive channels from a cable box or  
satellite receiver without using the CABLE/  
ANTENNA input (e.g. using HDMI or  
component input), skip Auto Program.  
s To Display TV Guide On Screen  
Press GUIDE.  
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• If you select Skip, you will be asked to disable  
Channel Tuning Keys to avoid accidental input  
change while using an external input; see page 41 for  
details.  
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s To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto  
Program at a Later Time  
Select the Initial Setup feature from the XMB™  
or perform the steps described in the Initial  
Setup section on page 42. To run Auto  
Program, see page 37.  
HDMI Settings  
General Setup  
Settings  
Initial Setup  
TV  
s To Add Digital Channels  
Use the Add Digital Channels feature as  
described on page 37. (Useful for antenna  
installations.)  
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• If you accidentally turn off the TV during the Initial  
Setup process, the Initial Setup will restart from the  
beginning when the TV is turned back on.  
Auto Program may be canceled while the channels  
are being scanned. Press RETURN first, then press  
either B/b on the remote control. Select Yes to cancel  
or No to resume Auto Program.  
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Operating the TV  
Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control  
Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching  
e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the  
battery compartment of the remote control.  
Push to  
open  
When Using the Remote Control  
Follow the guidelines below  
• Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor  
located on your TV.  
• Make sure that no objects are blocking the path between  
the remote control and the IR sensor on your TV.  
• Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your remote  
control; try turning off the fluorescent lamps.  
• If you are having problems with the remote control,  
reinsert or replace your batteries and make sure that they  
are correctly inserted.  
TV Controls  
The buttons located on the top of the  
TV operate the same as the  
corresponding buttons on the remote  
control. See descriptions on the next  
page.  
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Remote Control Button Description  
Button  
Description  
1 DISPLAY  
Press once to display the banner with channel/program  
information you are watching. The banner will time out in a  
few seconds or press again to exit. You can select the  
banner size based on the amount of information. See Info  
Banner on page 42.  
1
2
2 SLEEP  
Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes  
(Off, 15 min, 30 min, 45 min, 60 min, 90 min or  
120 min) that you want the TV to remain on before  
shutting off. To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP  
repeatedly until Off appears.  
3
4
5
6
3 BRAVIA  
These buttons are used to control the connected equipment  
with Control for HDMI function (not available on all  
Control for HDMI equipment).  
Sync  
m (fast reverse): Press to play a program in fast rewind  
mode.  
N PLAY: Press to play a program at a normal speed.  
X PAUSE: Press to pause playback.  
M (fast forward): Press to play a program in fast  
forward mode.  
SYNC MENU: Press once to display the Sync’d HDMI  
Devices (while a Control for HDMI device is not  
selected). Select the HDMI device and then press SYNC  
MENU to display the menu of connected equipment (not  
available on all Control for HDMI equipment).  
x STOP: Press to stop playback.  
THEATER: Press to turn on and off the Theater Mode.  
The picture settings will be set for a cinema-like experience  
and the audio will be switched to the audio output of the  
attached speakers of your BRAVIA Sync audio system.  
Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must be connected by an  
HDMI connection to your TV (see page 25 for details).  
4 CC  
Press to turn on, turn on with muting or off the Closed  
Captions (CC). To change or customize the CC Display,  
5 FAVORITES Press once to display the Favorites menu. Press again to  
exit from the Favorites menu. See page 24 for detailed  
information.  
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6 GUIDE  
Press to open the TV Guide On Screen system. Press again  
to exit the Guide. For instructions on using a specific menu,  
see “How to Use TV Guide On Screen” on page 26.  
• The 5, PLAY and CH+  
buttons have a tactile  
dot. Use them as a  
reference when  
operating the TV.  
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Button  
Description  
7 RETURN  
Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the  
screen when displaying menu items and settings.  
8 HOME  
Press to display the TV Home Menu/XMB to access the  
TV Home Menu items such as the TV Settings, TV  
channels and External Inputs list (see pages 5 and 29).  
Product Support  
qf  
Clock/Timers  
Settings  
Sound  
Screen  
Channel  
TV  
qg  
qh  
x
9 DMe  
Press to access features in the optional BRAVIA external  
module (e.g. DMX-NV1). See your dealer or  
may not be available in all regions.  
qj  
0 0-9 ENT  
Press 0-9 to select a channel; the channel changes after two  
seconds. Press ENT to change channels immediately.  
7
8
qa  
Use with 0-9 and ENT to select digital channels.  
For example, to enter 2.1, press  
,
,
and ENT.  
2
1
qs VOL +/–  
Press to adjust the volume.  
9
qd MUTING  
Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to  
restore the sound.  
0
qf POWER  
Press to turn on and off the TV.  
qg FREEZE  
Press once to display a frozen image with the current  
program in a window. Press again to fill the screen with the  
frozen image. Press a third time to return to the current  
program.  
qz  
Freeze  
Current  
program  
Frozen  
picture  
qs  
qd  
Press the V/v/B/b to move the small window showing  
current program to a different location on the screen.  
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• With the Freeze feature active, some features are  
unavailable.  
• While the Freeze feature is active, pressing HOME will  
deactivate Freeze and display the XMB™  
.
qh INPUT  
Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode.  
Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs.  
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• See page 41 on setting up the External Inputs labels.  
qj V/v/B/b  
Press V/v/B/b to move focus/highlight. Press  
confirm an item.  
to select/  
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Button  
Description  
qk OPTIONS  
Press to display a list of convenient functions and menu  
shortcuts. The OPTIONS menu items vary based on  
current input and content.  
Menu Item  
Reference Page  
Picture Adjustments  
Sound Adjustments  
P&P or PIP  
Exit P&P or Exit PIP  
Speakers  
Audio Swap  
Screen  
Add to Favorites/  
Remove from Favorites  
MTS  
Alternate Audio  
Digital Rating  
Background TV  
Device Control  
qk  
ql  
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• The Digital Rating and Alternate Audio options will  
appear in Options only when digital ratings or alternate  
audio streams are available in the currently tuned digital  
program.  
ql PICTURE  
Press repeatedly to cycle through the available picture  
modes: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Custom, Photo-  
Vivid, Photo-Standard, Photo-Original, Photo-  
Custom, Video, Text. (Available options depend on the  
current mode.) The picture modes can also be accessed in  
the Picture settings. For details, see Picture settings on  
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Button  
Description  
w; WIDE  
Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Wide  
Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, H Stretch,  
Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in  
the Screen settings (see pages 35 and 36).  
Changing the Wide Screen Mode  
4:3 Original source  
Standard-definition source  
16:9 Original source  
High-definition source  
m
m
Wide Zoom  
Wide Zoom  
Normal  
Full  
Normal  
This mode is not available.  
Full  
w;  
H Stretch  
H Stretch  
Zoom  
This mode is not available.  
Zoom  
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Normal is available with 480i or 480p sources only.  
H Stretch is only available with 720p, 1080i, 1080p and  
1080/24p sources.  
wz  
Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC  
Timing  
ws  
Incoming PC signal  
Incoming PC signal  
800 × 600  
1,280 × 768  
m
m
Normal  
Normal  
Full 1  
Full 1  
Full 2  
Full 2  
wz CH +/–  
Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through  
channels, press and hold down either +/–.  
ws JUMP  
Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The  
TV alternates between the current channel and the last  
channel that was selected.  
JUMP  
JUMP  
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Indicators  
1
PIC OFF/TIMER  
STANDBY  
POWER  
3
2
4
5 6  
Item  
Description  
1 Speaker  
Outputs the audio signal.  
2 Light  
Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness  
accordingly (see page 42 for details). Do not put anything near  
the sensor and the nearby general area (as shown above), as its  
function may be affected.  
Sensor  
3 PIC OFF/  
Lights up in green when the Picture Off feature is activated.  
TIMER LED Lights up in orange when the timer is set. When the timer is  
set, this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For  
details, see page 31 (Timer) and page 42 (Picture Off).  
4 STANDBY  
Lights up in red when your TV is in PC standby mode. If the  
LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate that the TV  
needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on the back  
cover).  
LED  
5 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signals from the remote control. Do not put  
Receiver  
anything near the sensor, as its function may be affected.  
6 POWER  
Lights up in green when the TV is turned on.  
LED  
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Exploring Fun Features  
Favorites  
With Favorites, you can manage and customize your preferred TV channels, External Inputs and  
Background TV themes for easy access.  
Displaying Favorites  
Press FAVORITES.  
Saved channel  
or external input  
Background TV Recently viewed  
channels and inputs  
Saved channel  
or external input  
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• The first time you enter Favorites, the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted.  
Background TV themes and some inputs are automatically saved into Favorites as a factory default. To remove  
from Favorites, follow the instructions below.  
Navigating Favorites  
1
2
3
Press B/b to move between saved selections in a carousel-like fashion.  
When the recently viewed channels and inputs are highlighted, press V/v to toggle between them.  
To tune to an item, highlight its icon and press  
.
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• To clear your recently viewed channels and inputs list, highlight the list in Favorites and press OPTIONS, then  
select Clear Recently Viewed. Recently viewed items are also cleared when the TV is powered off.  
Adding to Favorites  
1
2
While tuned to a channel or input you wish to add, press OPTIONS.  
Press V/v to highlight Add to Favorites and press  
.
Removing from Favorites  
1
2
While tuned to the channel or input you wish to remove, press OPTIONS.  
Press V/v to highlight Remove from Favorites and press  
.
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Auto Program will clear your TV channels from Favorites (see pages 16 and 37).  
Initial Setup will return your Favorites to factory default settings (see page 42).  
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Background TV  
Using BRAVIA Sync with  
Control for HDMI  
The BRAVIA Sync function on this TV  
communicates with other Sony equipment  
supporting the Control for HDMI function.  
Background TV displays images of current  
video on your TV that are similar to a screen saver.  
Background TV is available from the CABLE/  
ANTENNA and Composite inputs.  
Navigating Background TV  
To connect Sony equipment with Control  
for HDMI  
1
2
3
4
Tune to one of the inputs listed above.  
Press OPTIONS.  
Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo for  
connection. See pages 12 to 15 or see the HDMI  
connection shown in the Quick Setup Guide  
provided with the TV documentation.  
Highlight Background TV and press  
.
Highlight a theme and press . The TV will  
display the current channel or input using the  
selected Background TV theme.  
Setting the Control for HDMI  
The Control for HDMI function must be set up in  
order for the TV to communicate with other  
Control for HDMI enabled equipment. See  
page 41 for information on how to set up this TV’s  
Control for HDMI function. For other  
equipment, refer to its operating instructions.  
Available options using Control for HDMI  
5
Press RETURN to exit the Background TV  
and return to the current channel or input.  
The following operations are available after you  
connect the supported Sony equipment with  
Control for HDMI function to your TV:  
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Background TV themes may also be saved to  
Favorites, so that you can launch these themes from  
the Favorites screen.  
• Automatically turn off the connected equipment  
when you turn off the TV.  
• The TV will automatically turn on and select the  
respective HDMI input through the connected  
equipment is turned on by One-Touch-Play.  
• Equipment listed under the External Inputs on  
the XMBwill turn on automatically when  
selected, see pages 5 and 29.  
• Possible operations with BRAVIA Sync  
buttons, see page 19.  
When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is  
connected, the following additional operations are  
possible:  
• Turning on the A/V receiver when the TV is  
turned on.  
• Automatically switching to the audio output of  
the A/V receiver’s attached speakers.  
• Adjusting the volume and muting of the A/V  
receiver with the TV’s remote control.  
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• The A/V receiver cannot be selected from the XMB .  
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How to Use TV Guide On Screen  
Use the Guide to find the show that you want to watch. The Guide allows you to search for shows by  
program categories and by keyword. The Guide provides up to two days of TV programming information.  
The Guide is available with cable service (without a cable box) or over-the-air antenna. Be sure to  
complete the Initial Setup on page 16 to use this service.  
TV Guide On Screen System Components  
TV Guide Video  
Logo Window Clock  
Current  
Service Label  
Service Bar  
Info Icon  
Info Box  
Time Slot  
Panel Menu/Panel Ad Channel Logo/Number  
Title  
HDTV Show Icon  
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• Image shown above includes digital channels, which may not be available in some areas.  
If available, it may be necessary to manually change the channel display (see next page).  
Use your TV’s remote control to navigate the Guide system.  
To Do This …  
Do This…  
View TV Guide  
Press GUIDE to display the TV Guide. Press GUIDE again to exit or press HOME to exit  
to XMB . The TV Guide will time out in approximately 5 minutes when no action is  
taken.  
Find a program to  
watch  
Use V/v/B/b to highlight a program. The CH+/– buttons can be used to page up/down  
through the listings. The program information will appear in the Info Box. Press  
to the highlighted program.  
to tune  
Return to Service Bar  
Use shortcuts  
Press RETURN while in the TV Guide, or press OPTIONS to display the Panel Menu  
then highlight the go to Service Bar and press  
. You can also press V repeatedly to  
access the Service Bar.  
Shortcuts allow viewing of listings for a different time slot or jumping to a channel of your  
choice. Enter a number using 0-9 buttons while LISTINGS on the Service Bar is  
highlighted. The Panel Menu will appear as soon as you enter a number. Complete entering  
the number in the Shortcuts. The entered number will determine the channel or listing  
hours ahead or back to view the program. Press V/v to make your selection.  
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To Do This …  
Do This…  
Search program  
Press V/v/B/b to highlight SEARCH on Service Bar. You can search for programs using  
the following options: KEYWORD, ALPHABETICAL, MOVIES, SPORTS,  
CHILDREN, EDUCATIONAL, NEWS, VARIETY, SERIES and HDTV. Press  
press B/b to highlight your search option. Press V/v to narrow your search. Press  
then  
when  
you found the program. If the program is airing now, press  
to watch.  
Keyword search  
Keyword search can be done by type, category or subcategory of a program. Highlight  
SEARCH on the Service Bar, press  
then press B/b to highlight KEYWORD. Press  
again or press OPTIONS to display Keyword Options in the Panel Menu. Select new  
search to narrow your search by type, category or subcategory by pressing V/v/B/b.  
Customizing the TV  
Guide On Screen  
system settings  
Highlight SETUP on the Service Bar then press v to highlight the available options to  
customize your system settings. You can change system settings, change channel display,  
change default options, display setup progress and diagnostics information.  
Change channel display Highlight SETUP on the Service Bar then press v to highlight the Change channel  
display then press . Highlight a channel then press OPTIONS to display the Grid  
Options. Make the changes using V/v and/or 0-9 buttons. When the changes are made,  
select done and press  
The Grid Options can also be used to re-sort the channel display numerically. Display the  
.
Grid Options and select re-sort numerically then press  
sorting by selecting yes to complete the task.  
. Confirm your numerically  
The Guide appears each Highlight SETUP on the Service Bar then press v to highlight Change default options  
time TV is turned on  
and then press  
. Highlight General defaults and press  
to display options in the  
Panel Menu. Set auto guide to on to have the Guide appear when the TV powers on.  
Lock/unlock video  
Allows you to set the Video Window display to remain on a single channel (locked) or  
change channels (unlocked) as you navigate through Listings. While in Service Bar, press  
OPTIONS to display the Listings Options in the Panel Menu. Press B/b to lock or  
unlock the video. The locked video option displays a single channel.  
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Using P&P and PIP Features  
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• To swap audio in P&P mode, use the B/b button to  
swap the highlight between the Main Window and Sub  
Window.  
This TV comes with the P&P and PIP features  
which allow you to view two pictures  
simultaneously. P&P (picture and picture)  
provides two windows side by side. PIP (picture in  
picture) provides PC input signal and TV  
channels.  
• To swap audio in PIP mode, press OPTIONS, then  
press V/v to highlight Audio Swap.  
• For compatible PC Timings, refer to the PC Input  
Signal Reference Chart (see page 14).  
To Change Inputs or Channels (P&P)  
~
• The CABLE/ANTENNA input must be connected to  
use the P&P/PIP features.  
Press B/b to highlight the window to change for  
P&P.  
• In the main window, press INPUT to select an  
input to watch.  
P&P is not available with 1080/24p video format.  
Closed Captions (CC) is available with P&P (see  
page 38).  
• In the sub window, change the channel by:  
pressing CH+/; entering the channel number  
using the 0-9 numeric buttons; or pressing  
JUMP to switch to the previously viewed  
channel.  
P&P  
Sub Window  
Main Window  
To Change Channels (PIP)  
PIP  
You can change the channel of the sub window by  
pressing CH+/-; entering the channel number  
using the 0-9 numeric buttons; or pressing JUMP  
to switch to the previously viewed channel.  
Sub Window  
(Location of  
the Sub  
Window can  
be moved by  
pressing  
Main Window  
(PC)  
To Exit from P&P and PIP  
V/v/B/b.)  
1
2
Press OPTIONS.  
To Enter P&P and PIP  
Press V/v to highlight Exit P&P or Exit PIP  
(depends on the mode you are in), and press  
to exit.  
1
Press OPTIONS while watching one of the  
following inputs: TV channels, Video,  
Component, HDMI or PC.  
~
2
Press  
V
/v  
to highlight P&P or PIP and press  
.
You may also press RETURN while in these features  
to exit.  
P&P Supported Inputs  
In main window  
Video 1/2/3  
Component 1/2  
HDMI IN 1/2/3/4  
(except PC timing)  
• Additional compatible device with TV tuner is  
required to watch two simultaneous live TV programs.  
In sub window  
TV channel  
(CABLE/  
ANTENNA)  
PIP Supported Inputs  
In main window  
PC  
HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 (PC timing)  
In sub window  
TV channel  
(CABLE/  
ANTENNA)  
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Using TV Settings  
The HOME button allows you to access the TV Home Menu on the XMB™  
(XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features.  
Product Support  
The XMB displays the Media  
Category icons (horizontally)  
Clock/Timers  
and available features  
(vertically) within the  
highlighted icon.  
Settings  
Sound  
The XMB is shown here with  
Settings highlighted.  
Screen  
Channel  
TV  
Media Category Icons  
Adjusting TV Settings  
Customize the TV settings with various options.  
Settings  
Explanations of different Settings start on page 31.  
• The available options vary depending on the situations and conditions applied. Unavailable options  
are grayed out or not displayed.  
Watching TV  
Navigate through the channel list or select the TV Guide On Screen icon located at the top of  
the channel list to select a channel (see page 26).  
TV  
You can also select a TV channel using the 0-9 or CH+/– buttons (see remote control section on  
pages 20 and 22).  
Accessing External Inputs  
Watch a movie, play a game, record a program or work on your PC.  
Assign a label using the Manage Inputs feature for your convenience, see page 41.  
External  
Inputs  
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Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB  
1
2
Press HOME to display the XMB.  
Press B/b to select a Media Category icon.  
Settings  
Available TV TV Guide On Select inputs from  
settings and Screen and  
features are available  
CTRL: HDMI (Control for HDMI)  
Video 1-3  
listed under channels are Component 1-2  
the Settings listed under  
HDMI 1-4  
icon.  
the TV icon. PC  
under the External Inputs icon.  
3
Press V/v to move within the Category Object Bar.  
(The Category Object Bar shown below is for Settings.)  
Product Support (page 31)  
Clock/Timers (page 31)  
Picture (page 32)  
Channel (page 37)  
CC  
Closed Captions (CC) (page 38)  
Parental Lock (page 38)  
External Inputs (page 41)  
HDMI Settings (page 41)  
General Setup (page 42)  
Initial Setup (page 42)  
4
5
6
Press  
Press  
when desired item is highlighted.  
or V/v to select the highlighted item.  
Press RETURN or HOME to exit.  
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TV Settings Descriptions  
Product Support  
Contact Sony  
Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TV’s  
specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and  
downloadable ratings if available from the TV are displayed here.  
Signal Diagnostics  
Software Update  
Press  
to display the diagnostics information for the current signal.  
Press to view the current software version and check for software updates. Press V/v to  
choose the new version and press to start the software update.  
• The Broadcast Download service is available in the US.  
• CATV/antenna cable needs to be connected directly to the TV and have digital TV  
programming. (Not available with the use of a cable box.)  
• The software update is performed while the TV is powered on.  
• The Broadcast Download is performed while the TV is off.  
• Do not turn off the TV during software update; otherwise, software corruption may  
occur.  
Clock/Timers Settings  
Current Time  
Set the current day and time (date, hour, minutes, and AM/PM). The Timer feature will  
not be available until you set the Current Time.  
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• If the option is disabled, the TV Guide On Screen has automatically set the time.  
Timer  
Timer can be set to have the TV tune to a certain TV channel or other connected  
equipment as well as a specified volume at the specified time and duration you set.  
Turning on the Timer will allow setting the following: Day of the Week, Time,  
Duration, Input, Channel, and TV On Volume.  
Sleep Timer  
Sets the time in minutes (Off, 15 min, 30 min, 45 min, 60 min, 90 min, or 120 min)  
that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically. This can also be set  
using the SLEEP button on the remote control (see page 19).  
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Picture Settings  
Picture Adjustments Picture Mode  
Vivid  
For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.  
For Video  
Standard  
For standard picture settings. Recommended for  
home entertainment.  
Cinema  
For viewing film-based content. Most suitable for  
viewing in a theater-like environment.  
Custom  
Allows you to store your preferred settings.  
For enhancing contrast and sharpness.  
For Photo  
Photo-Vivid  
Photo-Standard For standard viewing; select for home use.  
Photo-Original Images resemble the printed pictures from your  
photo album.  
Photo-Custom Allows you to store your preferred settings.  
For PC Timings Video  
This option is available for PC timing (HDMI or  
PC input) signal to enhance the video shown on  
the screen.  
Text  
This option is available for PC timing (HDMI or  
PC input) signal to enhance the text shown on the  
screen.  
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Picture Mode for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing PICTURE on the remote  
control to directly toggle the modes.  
• The options for Picture Mode may vary depending on the Video/Photo Optimizer  
setting (see page 33) and PC input.  
Reset  
Resets the current settings to the default values.  
Brightens or darkens the backlight.  
Increases or decreases picture contrast.  
Brightens or darkens the picture.  
Backlight  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Increases or decreases color intensity.  
Increases or decreases the green tones.  
Hue  
Color Temperature Cool  
Gives the white colors a bluish tint.  
Gives the white colors a neutral tint.  
Gives the white colors a reddish tint.  
White adjustment  
Neutral  
Warm 1, 2  
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• The option Warm 1, 2 is not available for Vivid and Photo-Vivid.  
Sharpens or softens the picture.  
Sharpness  
Noise  
Reduction  
Reduces the picture noise level.  
MPEG Noise  
Reduction  
Reduces the mosaic effect in MPEG-compressed video. Useful for  
DVDs, Blu-ray and Digital TV channels.  
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Advanced  
Settings  
Available in the following Picture Modes: Standard  
,
Cinema,  
Custom Photo-Standard Photo-Original, and Photo-Custom.  
,
,
Reset Resets all the advanced settings to the default values.  
Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast.  
Advanced C.E. Automatically optimizes the backlight and  
(Advanced  
contrast. This setting is especially effective for  
Contrast Enhancer) dark picture scenes.  
Gamma  
Adjusts the balance between light and dark areas  
of the picture.  
Clear White  
Live Color  
Emphasizes white and light colors.  
Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear  
skin tones.  
White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in detail.  
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Picture settings available during PC input are Picture Mode, Reset, Backlight,  
Picture, Brightness, and Color Temperature.  
Picture settings for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote  
control, then selecting Picture Adjustments settings from the OPTIONS menu.  
CineMotion  
Automatically detects film-based content and applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process  
and a motion estimation engine to improve film content and de-interlacing performance.  
Auto 1  
Applies an inverse 3-2 pull-down process along with motion  
estimation to obtain the smoothest picture quality and reduces artifacts  
of moving images. Select for standard use.  
Auto 2  
Applies only the inverse 3-2 pull-down process. Picture movement  
will be similar to the original film.  
Off  
Turns off CineMotion.  
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• The CineMotion feature can be set separately for each input (except PC IN).  
Game Mode  
Select On to optimize the enjoyment of fast paced video games where response time is  
important. Select Off to disable this feature.  
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• The Game Mode can be set separately for each external input (except PC IN).  
Video/Photo  
Optimizer  
Sets the picture settings to optimize the image quality of video (moving pictures) or photo  
(still image) content. Feature is only available for 1080i/p (excluding 1080/24p) content  
connected to the Component or HDMI input.  
Video-A  
The TV will automatically set the picture settings for video or still  
image content when Sony optional equipment that supports Video-A  
mode is connected to the HDMI input.  
Video  
Photo  
Select to set the picture settings for video.  
Select to set the picture settings for photos.  
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Sound Settings  
Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting.  
Sound Adjustments  
Sound Mode  
Dynamic  
Enhances treble and bass.  
Standard  
Clear Voice  
Standard sound optimized for home use.  
Suitable for spoken dialog.  
Reset  
Resets the current settings to the default values.  
Increases or decreases higher-pitched sounds.  
Increases or decreases lower-pitched sounds.  
Emphasizes left or right speaker balance.  
Treble  
Bass  
Balance  
Surround  
S-FORCE  
Provides a virtual surround sound experience  
Front Surround made possible using just two front speakers.  
Off  
Select for normal stereo or mono reception.  
Voice Zoom  
Adjusts the clarity of human voices. For example, if the voice of a  
news announcer is indistinct, you can turn up this setting to make the  
voice clearer. Conversely, if you are watching a sports program, you  
can turn down this setting to soften the voice of the commentator.  
Sound Booster The Sound Booster provides a fuller sound with a greater sense of  
depth and width, by emphasizing the high and low frequency sounds.  
Select High, Low or Off for the amount of boost you desire.  
Selecting Off will bypass the emphasis.  
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• Only available when in Standard mode.  
Steady Sound Select On to stabilize the volume across all programs and  
commercials. Select Off to disable this feature.  
Volume Offset Adjusts the volume level of the current input (TV or video input)  
relative to other inputs.  
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Sound Adjustments can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote  
control.  
MTS  
Stereo  
For stereo reception when viewing a TV program broadcast in stereo.  
Enjoy stereo, bilingual  
and mono programs  
Auto SAP  
Automatically switches the TV to second audio programs when a SAP  
signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in  
Stereo mode.  
Mono  
For mono reception. Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts.  
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MTS is available only for analog programs.  
MTS can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control.  
Speakers  
TV Speakers  
Select to use the TV speakers for audio.  
Audio System Select this option if you wish to use an external audio system for the  
TV sound. By selecting this option you are disabling the TV speakers.  
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Audio Out  
Easy control of volume  
adjustment  
Fixed  
Select to fix the audio output and allow you to adjust the volume with  
your audio system’s remote control. (The TV’s remote control’s VOL  
and MUTING buttons have no effect on the Audio Out.)  
Variable  
Select to control the volume of your TV’s speakers or audio system  
with your TV’s remote control.  
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Alternate Audio is available only for digital programs. If the program you are watching is also available in other  
languages from the audio tracks, and if that language is what you have selected in the Language setting, your TV  
will automatically switch to the matching language with the Alternate Audio feature. The Alternate Audio  
option may be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control when an alternate audio stream is available  
from the broadcaster.  
Screen Settings  
Wide Mode  
Wide Zoom  
Normal  
Fills the screen with minimum distortion.  
Displays the 4:3 picture in its original aspect ratio when the original  
source is 4:3.  
Full  
Enlarges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the original  
source is 4:3. When the original source is 16:9 (High-definition  
source), select this mode to display the 16:9 picture in its original size.  
H Stretch  
Zoom  
Enlarges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the original  
source is 16:9. It is useful for HD channels with 4:3 content.  
Select to enlarge the picture horizontally and vertically to fill the  
screen while maintaining the aspect ratio.  
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Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control.  
• See WIDE button description on page 22 for accessing the Wide Mode.  
Normal is available with 480i or 480p sources only.  
H Stretch is only available with 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p sources.  
Auto Wide  
On  
Automatically changes Wide Mode setting based upon content. If  
frequent screen changes are disturbing to you, select Off.  
Off  
Turns off the Auto Wide option. Choose a Wide Mode from the  
Wide Mode option.  
4:3 Default  
Wide Zoom  
Enlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, displaying as much of  
the original image as possible.  
Select the default screen  
mode to use for 4:3  
sources  
Normal  
Full  
Displays the 4:3 picture in its original aspect ratio.  
Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture horizontally only, to fill the screen.  
Zoom  
Select to enlarge the picture horizontally and vertically to fill the  
screen while maintaining the aspect ratio.  
Off  
Select to continue using the current Wide Mode setting when the  
channel or input is changed.  
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4:3 Default is not available if Auto Wide is set to Off.  
• If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting applies only to the  
current channel. When you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically  
replaced with the 4:3 Default setting for 4:3 sources. To retain the current Wide Mode  
setting as channels and inputs are changed, set 4:3 Default to Off.  
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Display Area  
Full Pixel  
Displays the picture for 1080i, 1080p or 1080/24p sources in its  
original size.  
Normal  
Displays the picture in its original size.  
-1/-2  
Enlarges the picture to hide the edges of the picture.  
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• For 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p, feature is only available when Wide Mode is set  
to Full.  
Screen Position  
Vertical Size  
Adjust the Vertical positioning by pressing V/v. Press B/b to adjust the Horizontal  
positioning.  
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Screen Position feature is useful if the TV is connected to game equipment.  
Vertical position is available only when Wide Mode is set to Zoom.  
• For high-definition signals, Vertical and Horizontal positions are not available.  
Adjusts the vertical size of a standard-definition picture.  
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Vertical Size is available only when Wide Mode is set to Wide Zoom or Zoom for  
standard-definition channels.  
Screen settings for PC timings and HDMI-PC (PC input) differ from all other input modes and are shown below.  
Auto Adjust  
Reset  
Select Yes to start the auto adjust for the PC input.  
Resets the settings to the default values.  
Adjust after Pitch to fine tune overall sharpness.  
Adjust uneven sharpness on screen.  
Phase  
Pitch  
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• For the PC input Signal Reference Chart, see page 14.  
H Center  
V Center  
Wide Mode  
Allows you to move the position of the picture horizontally (left and right).  
Allows you to move the position of the picture vertically (up and down).  
Normal  
Full 1  
Select to display the picture in its original resolution and aspect ratio.  
Select to enlarge the picture to fill the screen, while maintaining its  
original aspect ratio.  
Full 2  
Select to enlarge the picture to fill the screen.  
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Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control.  
• See WIDE button description on page 22 for accessing Wide Mode.  
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Phase and Pitch options are not available with PC signal connected to HDMI input.  
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Channel Settings  
Signal Type  
Cable  
For receiving cable channels via cable TV provider.  
For receiving signal via over-the-air antenna.  
Antenna  
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You should run Auto Program after changing the Signal Type setting.  
Auto Program  
Automatically sets the channel list in the TV for all receivable channels. Channel scanning  
will be based on the Signal Type (Cable/Antenna) setting.  
1
2
Select Auto Program.  
Select OK to start Auto Program. When Auto Program is completed, the screen  
will display the number of channels found.  
3
Press RETURN to exit Auto Program.  
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• Running Auto Program will clear the Favorites channel list for the current signal  
type.  
• If you run Auto Program again, previously scanned channels will be overwritten with  
the newly scanned channels.  
Add Digital Channels Select to add digital channels. Be sure to have the Signal Type option selected  
appropriately for the signal source. (Useful for antenna installations.)  
Show/Hide Channels Allows you to show or hide channels when you surf with the CH +/– button or in the TV  
channel list on the XMB .  
1
Press V/v to scroll through the channels until you highlight the channel to show or  
hide.  
2
Press  
to select Shown or Hidden.  
To show or hide more channels, repeat steps 1-2.  
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Hidden channels can be accessed by entering the channel number with 0-9 buttons on  
the remote control.  
Edit Channel Labels Assigns labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers.  
Press V/v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press  
number to assign a label.  
Press V/v to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Press b to move to  
1
to select the channel  
2
the next character. Repeat to add up to 7 characters to the label. Press  
to set it.  
To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-2.  
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• This feature is not available when using the TV Guide On Screen system.  
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Closed Captions (CC) Settings  
CC  
CC Display  
This option allows you to view Closed Captions (CC).  
On  
Off  
Enables CC Display.  
Disables CC Display.  
On with Muting Automatically displays closed captions when the TV is muted.  
Analog CC  
For the basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options.  
CC1, CC2,  
CC3, CC4  
Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects of a  
program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.)  
Text1, Text2,  
Text3, Text4  
Displays network/station information presented using either half or  
the whole screen (if available).  
Digital CC  
For both analog (EIA-608) and digital (EIA-708) closed caption options.  
Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed caption options).  
Display Options  
Customize the Closed Captions (CC) displays with Text, Character Size,  
Character Style, Character Color, Character Opacity, Edge Type, Edge Color,  
Background Color and Background Opacity.  
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Closed Captions (CC) can be turned On, Off or On with Muting directly by pressing CC on the remote  
control.  
Parental Lock Settings  
The Parental Lock feature allows you to block programs according to their content and rating levels and  
block channels (regardless of the programs). Password is necessary in setting up blocking.  
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• The Parental Lock feature is also available with Video and Component (480i) inputs.  
To View Blocked Programs  
Press ENT when tuned to a blocked program, then enter the password. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn  
off and on the TV.  
Password  
Use 0-9 button on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time the  
password is created, you must re-enter it again to confirm the password. “Password set”  
message will appear on the screen upon confirmation.  
Change Password  
You can change your password by entering the Parental Lock setting with the  
previously set password. Highlight and select Change Password, then enter the new  
password.  
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You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. If you  
lose your password, see “Lost password” on page 45.  
Country  
Select the country name of U.S.A. or Canada for the appropriate ratings. The rating  
system varies between these two countries. See Custom Rating System Chart on page 40.  
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Rating  
Off  
Turns off Parental Lock. No programs are blocked from viewing  
based on their ratings.  
Child  
Ratings permitted are:  
United States  
TV Rating: TV-Y, TV-G MPAA: G  
Canada  
English TV Rating: C, G French TV Rating: G  
Youth  
Maximum ratings permitted are:  
United States  
TV Rating: TV-PG  
Canada  
MPAA: PG  
English TV Rating: PG  
French TV Rating: 8 ans+  
Young Adult  
Custom  
Maximum ratings permitted are:  
United States  
TV Rating: TV-14  
Canada  
MPAA: PG-13  
English TV Rating: 14+ French TV Rating: 13 ans+  
Sets ratings manually.  
U.S.: See page 40 for details.  
Canada: See page 40 for details.  
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• If you are not familiar with the parental guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or Young Adult  
to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific ratings, select Custom.  
Digital Rating  
(Available only in U.S.A.  
where advanced ratings  
exist)  
Off  
Turn Digital Rating off. No programs containing digital ratings are  
blocked from viewing.  
Clear All  
Custom  
Select to clear the downloaded ratings.  
Select to customize the Parental Lock with downloadable digital  
ratings.  
Unrated  
(Available only when  
Country is set to U.S.A.)  
Allow  
Block  
Allows programs and movies that are broadcasted without a rating.  
Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcasted without a rating.  
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• If you block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of programs may  
be blocked: programs broadcast from another country, emergency broadcasts, political  
programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather.  
Channel Block  
Allows you to block specific channels regardless of program ratings. The password needs  
to be set up prior to blocking channels. The blocked channel can only be viewed by  
entering the correct password.  
To View a Blocked Channel  
Press ENT when tuned to the blocked channel then enter the password.  
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Custom Rating System Chart  
For Country selection of U.S.A.:  
Movie Rating  
G
All children and general audience  
PG  
Parental guidance suggested  
PG-13  
R
Parental guidance for children under 13  
Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for ages under 17  
No one 17 or under allowed  
NC-17 and X  
Age-Based Ratings  
TV-Y  
TV Rating  
Block programs by their  
rating, content or both  
All children  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
Directed to children age 7 and older  
General audience  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
Parental guidance suggested  
Parents strongly cautioned  
Mature audience only  
TV-MA  
Content-Based Ratings  
FV  
D
L
Fantasy violence  
Suggestive dialogue  
Strong language  
Sexual situations  
Violence  
S
V
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• To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based Ratings.  
For Country selection of Canada:  
English Rating  
C
All children  
C8+  
Children 8 years and older  
General programming  
G
PG  
Parental guidance  
14+  
Viewers 14 and older  
18+  
Adult programming  
French Rating  
U.S.A. Rating  
G
General programming  
8 ans+  
13 ans+  
16 ans+  
18 ans+  
Not recommended for young children  
Not recommended for ages under 13  
Not recommended for ages under 16  
Programming restricted to adults  
See TV Rating under U.S.A. for details.  
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External Inputs Settings  
Manage Inputs  
Follow the steps below to customize your input menu for easy recognition when the  
INPUT button is pressed or when selecting an input from the XMB .  
1
2
Press V/v to highlight your input selection.  
Press to set Enable setting to either Always or Auto. Always option will  
display this input in the input menu at all times. With the Auto option, the input with  
connected icon will only appear when external equipment is connected and/or an  
HDMI signal is present. Some external equipment may not be detected  
automatically.  
3
To assign your own label to the input, press b to highlight the label option, then press  
V/v to choose a name of the equipment that is connected to this input.  
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You can assign following labels for each input (except PC IN):  
–, DVD, Cable Box, Satellite, BD, VCR, Receiver, DVR, Game,  
Camcorder, PC.  
• “” indicates that no labels are assigned.  
Channel Tuning Keys This setting controls how the remote control channel tuning keys (0-9, CH+/– and  
JUMP) behave while using an external input.  
Enabled  
Select to allow the TV to exit from the external input and return to a  
TV channel when pressing the tuning keys.  
Disabled  
Select to disable the tuning keys during external input mode and  
prevent unintentionally exiting the external input.  
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• Useful for applications that do not have a connection to the CABLE/ANTENNA input.  
HDMI Settings  
HDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with  
Control for HDMI function.  
Control for HDMI  
On/Off feature allows your TV to communicate with other equipment that supports  
Control for HDMI function.  
Device Auto Power Off Select On to have your connected equipment with Control for HDMI function to power  
off automatically when the TV is turned off. Select Off to disable this function. This  
feature is available when Control for HDMI is On.  
TV Auto Power On  
Select On to control your TV’s power on from your connected equipment with Control  
for HDMI function. Select Off to disable this function. This feature is available when  
Control for HDMI is On.  
Device List  
Displays a list of equipment with Control for HDMI function connected to the TV.  
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• Press OPTIONS while the equipment supporting Control for HDMI is connected to display the Device Control  
options. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, Options and Content List of your connected  
equipment with your TV remote control.  
• Some equipment with Control for HDMI does not support the Device Control feature.  
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General Setup Settings  
Language  
Select the language of your choice from English, Español and Français to be used for  
displaying all the on-screen settings.  
Info Banner  
Displays the program name and the program information such as program title and  
program rating (if available from the broadcaster). Select the amount of program  
information to display when tuning.  
Small  
Select to display minimal channel and program information.  
Select to display channel and program information.  
Medium  
Large  
Select to display detailed channel and program information.  
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Info Banner appears on the screen each time the channel is changed or when  
DISPLAY on the remote control is pressed.  
Home Menu Scrolling Adjust the navigation speed through menu items.  
Standard  
Mode 1  
Mode 2  
Select to scroll quickly with V/v buttons.  
Select to scroll slowly with V/v buttons.  
Select to scroll individually with repeated V/v/B/b button press.  
Power Saving  
Light Sensor  
Reduces the power consumption by adjusting the backlight brightness. This also enhances  
the black level. Select from Off, Low, High and Picture Off.  
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• While Picture Off is set, pressing VOL +/– or MUTING buttons will not disable this  
function. Press other buttons to disable it.  
Enables the automatic picture (screen) brightness control. The Light Sensor measures  
the room brightness which allows the TV to automatically adjust the backlight brightness  
based on the picture settings and the ambient room light conditions.  
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Be sure not to put anything around the sensor, as its function may be affected (see page 18).  
• In low light the range of the backlight control is reduced when the Light Sensor is set to On  
.
PC Power  
Management  
Select On to have the TV automatically enter standby mode when there is no signal input  
for more than 30 seconds. The STANDBY LED on the front panel illuminates with the  
On option. Select Off to disable this feature.  
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• Press POWER to exit from standby mode.  
PC Power Management is not VESA-compliant.  
Initial Setup  
If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you want to scan all receivable  
channels, select Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on the screen. Some settings such as Picture  
Adjustments, Sound Adjustments, and Parental Lock will not be affected by this Initial Setup. If  
you wish to return your TV to factory settings, please see the Troubleshooting section on page 45.  
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Favorite channel list will be cleared each time you run the Initial Setup.  
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Other Information  
Troubleshooting  
If you have questions, service needs, or require  
technical assistance related to the use of your  
Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of  
the following numbers:  
1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support  
1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support  
Condition  
Explanation/Solution  
No picture  
No picture  
• Check the Power Saving settings (see page 42).  
Cannot receive any channels  
• Make sure the power cord is connected securely.  
• Turn on the power of the TV.  
• Check cable/antenna connections.  
• Make sure the Signal Type setting is correct for your TV signal source.  
TV is locked to one channel  
• Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the  
TV’s memory (see pages 16 and 37).  
Cannot receive or select  
channels  
• Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the  
TV’s memory (see pages 16 and 37).  
• To receive or select cable channels, make sure that Signal Type in the  
Channel settings is set to Cable (see page 37). To receive or select UHF  
channels over an antenna, make sure Signal Type is set to Antenna.  
The TV turns off  
automatically  
• Check if Sleep Timer is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of Timer  
(see page 31).  
• Check PC Power Management in General Setup settings (see page 42).  
No picture from some video  
sources  
• Check the connection between the optional video equipment and the TV.  
• Press INPUT on the remote control (see page 20).  
• Press HOME on the remote control. Select your desired input from the  
External Inputs list.  
Poor picture  
Picture quality not as good as • Picture quality depends on the signal content. See Quick Setup Guide  
viewed at the store  
(supplied) to display the best possible picture for that signal.  
Broadcast HD formats have  
poor quality  
• Content and signal quality are regulated by the signal provider. Many HD  
channels and content are actually upscaled versions of standard-definition  
broadcasts. The picture is affected by the quality of the signal received, which  
varies between channel and program.  
• Confirm the picture quality by selecting Signal Diagnostics in the Product  
Support settings (page 31). Then select Sample Image (or Additional  
Information first). An HD image will display on the screen to confirm routine  
panel operation. If your normal picture quality is worse than this sample image,  
it is most likely due to the signal provided by the broadcaster.  
Double images or ghosts  
• Check cable/antenna connections.  
• Check the antenna location and 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. (3-5 years in  
normal use, 1-2 years at the seaside.)  
Dotted lines or stripes  
• Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers.  
• If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the TV or try using  
75 ohm coaxial cable instead.  
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Condition  
Explanation/Solution  
No color / Dark picture / Color • Press PICTURE to select the desired Picture Mode (see page 21).  
is not correct / The picture is • Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture settings (see page 32).  
too bright  
• If you set the Power Saving mode to Low or High, it will enhance the black  
level (see page 42).  
Noisy picture  
• Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable.  
• Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.  
• To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable.  
Blurry picture / Poor color  
• Transporting the TV from a cold to a warm location or a sudden change in room  
temperature may cause moisture condensation, resulting in a blurry picture or  
poor color. Turn off your TV and wait a few hours before powering on again.  
No sound / Noisy sound  
No sound / Good picture  
• Check the volume control.  
• Press MUTING or VOL + so that “Muting” disappears from the screen (page 20).  
• Set Speakers to TV Speakers in the Sound settings (see page 34). If it is  
set to Audio System, sound is not output from the TV’s speakers regardless of  
the TV’s volume control.  
• When using HDMI input with Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio, DIGITAL  
AUDIO OUT (Optical) may not provide an audio signal.  
• When tuned to a digital channel with Alternate Audio, the broadcaster may  
not be broadcasting your preferred Alternate Audio language. Press  
OPTIONS, highlight and select Alternate Audio, and change the Alternate  
Audio language (see page 35).  
Audio noise  
• Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable.  
• Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.  
• To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable.  
No Audio or Low Audio with • Press THEATER for BRAVIA Sync activated Theater System (see page 25).  
• Set Speakers to Audio System in the Sound settings (see page 34).  
• Set Audio Out to Fixed in the Sound settings (see page 35).  
Home Theater System  
BRAVIA Sync  
Cannot find connected  
BRAVIA Sync HDMI device  
• Make sure that the Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the optional  
device compatible with BRAVIA Sync (see page 25).  
Second A/V receiver is not  
listed on the Device List  
• Only one A/V receiver may be used with the BRAVIA Sync and Control for  
HDMI functions at one time (see page 41).  
PC Input  
No picture / No signal  
• Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV with either the PC IN (with an  
HD15 cable) or with the HDMI IN.  
• Ensure the output signal from the PC is one of the formats listed on page 14.  
• Turn the PC off. Confirm the PC connection and restart the PC. Plug-and-play  
will auto-detect the TV and correctly set up PC timing.  
Verify PC Power Management is activated (see page 42).  
Verify the PC is not in standby or hibernation mode.  
Poor Picture  
• Adjust the resolution (see page 14).  
• Adjust Pitch and Phase.  
General  
Wide Mode changes  
automatically  
• The current Wide Mode setting is automatically replaced with the 4:3  
Default setting when you change the channel or video input, if 4:3 Default in  
the Screen settings is set to other than Off. If you want to lock in Wide Mode  
selected with WIDE on the remote control, set 4:3 Default to Off in the  
Screen settings (see page 35).  
• Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 35).  
Suddenly the picture gets  
smaller  
• The picture gets smaller during the commercials due to the method in which the  
provider broadcasts their content. When HD content channels switch to SD  
content (commercials), the picture may be small with a black border.  
Auto Wide will not expand the picture during these content changes since the  
content information is regulated by the channel signal provider. You can manually  
change the Wide Mode if you prefer (see page 22). This setting will remain in effect  
until you change the channel or input or manually change the Wide Mode again.  
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Condition  
Explanation/Solution  
“Black box” on screen  
You have selected a text option and no text is available (see page 38). To turn off  
this feature, set the CC Display option to Off. If you were trying to select  
closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text1-4.  
Black bands appear at the  
edges of the screen  
• Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16:9  
(this is especially common with theatrical releases). Your TV will show these  
programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. For more  
details, check the documentation that came with your DVD (or contact your  
program provider).  
• Programs in 4:3 aspect ratio will have bands on left and right sides of the  
screen.  
• Programs broadcast in HD formats (720p and 1080i) with 4:3 content will  
commonly have black bands on the left and right sides of the screen which are  
added by the broadcaster (see image on left).  
Auto Wide will not expand the picture when the black bands on the sides of  
the screen are added by the broadcaster. You can manually change the Wide  
Mode to Wide Zoom, H Stretch or Zoom to fill the screen, which will  
remain in affect until you change the channel or input or manually change the  
Wide Mode again.  
Certain programs on DVD or • This is due to the digital compression of the source content used by certain  
digital broadcasts and DVDs which may cause your TV’s screen to display less  
detail than usual, or cause artifacts (small blocks or dots, pixelations) to appear  
on your screen. These signal compressions are more visible and are dependent  
on the clarity and resolution of the TV.  
other digital sources display a  
loss of detail, especially during  
fast-motion or dark scenes  
Remote control does not  
operate  
• To determine if the problem is with the remote control or not, press a button on  
the TV.  
• Check the polarity of the batteries or replace the batteries.  
• Point the remote control at the remote control sensor located at the front of the TV.  
• Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles.  
• Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your remote control operation; try turning  
off the fluorescent lamps.  
Some digital cable channels  
are not being displayed  
• Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable  
channels. Check with your cable company for more information.  
• The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Show/Hide Channels  
setting (see page 37).  
Lost password  
• Select the Password settings on the Parental Lock settings, then enter the  
following master password: 4357. This password clears your previous password  
and allows you to enter a new password (see page 38).  
How to reset the TV to factory • Turn on the TV. While holding down V on the remote control, press POWER  
settings  
on the TV. (The TV will turn itself off, then back on again.) Release V.  
WARNING: The reset will clear all of your customized settings including the  
Parental Lock setting.  
TV screen feels warm  
• Due to the thin profile of this television, the heat generated by the LCD panel  
backlight and supporting electronics will be more noticeable. This is normal  
operation and not a cause for concern.  
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Specifications  
Model  
KDL-32VL140  
System  
NTSC: American TV standard  
ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB  
Television system  
QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality)  
Analog terrestrial: 2 - 69 / Digital terrestrial: 2 - 69  
Analog Cable: 1 - 135 / Digital Cable: 1 - 135  
Channel coverage  
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel  
10 W + 10 W  
Panel system  
Speaker output  
Input/Output jacks  
CABLE/ANTENNA  
VIDEO IN 1/2/3  
75-ohm external terminal for RF inputs  
S VIDEO (4-pin mini DIN) (VIDEO 1 only): Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative /  
C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms  
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative  
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohms  
YPBPR (Component Video): Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative / PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms /  
PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms / Signal format: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p  
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohms  
COMPONENT IN 1/2  
HDMI IN 1/2/3/4  
AUDIO OUT  
HDMI: Video: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080/24p / Audio: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20  
and 24bits, Dolby Digital  
AUDIO (HDMI IN 4 only): 500 mVrms (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohms  
500 mVrms (typical)  
PCM/Dolby Digital optical signal  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT  
(OPTICAL)  
D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, positive  
See the PC Input Signal Reference Chart on page 14.  
PC IN  
Stereo mini jack, 500 mVrms, (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohms  
PC AUDIO INPUT  
Power and others  
Power requirement  
Power consumption  
in use  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
160 W  
All models less than 0.1 W*  
in standby  
31.5  
(32 class)  
Screen size  
(inches measured diagonally)  
1,920 dots (horizontal) × 1,080 lines (vertical)  
42 × 150  
1
Display resolution  
Speaker/Full range (2) (mm)  
(inches)  
3/4 × 5 7/8  
809 × 584 × 242  
31 7/8 × 23 × 9 5/8  
Dimensions with stand (mm)  
(inches)  
809 × 542 × 99  
without stand (mm)  
(inches)  
31 7/8 × 21 3/8 × 4  
200 × 200  
wall-mount hole pattern (mm)  
wall-mount screw size  
M6 (length: refer to diagram on page 7)  
15.0  
34.0  
Mass  
with stand (kg)  
(lb.)  
12.5  
28.0  
without stand (kg)  
(lb.)  
Remote control RM-YD023 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / Cable holder (1 attached to the Table-Top Stand) /  
Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Safety and Regulatory Booklet (1) /  
Attaching the Table-Top Stand (1)  
Supplied accessories  
Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket and TV Stand: see page 2  
Optional accessories  
* While the TV is collecting TV Guide data and/or during software update the power consumption is less than 30 W.  
~
• Optional accessories availability depends on its stock.  
• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Index  
0-9 buttons 20  
4:3 Default 35  
F
R
Favorites 24  
Rating 39  
FAVORITES button 19  
FREEZE button 20  
French Rating 40  
Reset 32, 34, 36, 45  
RETURN button 20  
A
AC IN 11  
Add Digital Channels 37  
Advanced Settings 33  
Analog CC 38  
Audio Out 35  
AUDIO OUT jack 11  
Auto Adjust 36  
Auto Program 37  
Auto Wide 35  
S
S VIDEO jack 11  
Screen Position 36  
G
Game Mode 33  
GUIDE button 19  
Settings  
Channel 37  
Clock/Timers 31  
Closed Captions (CC) 38  
External Inputs 41  
General Setup 42  
HDMI Settings 41  
Initial Setup 42  
Parental Lock 38  
Picture 32  
H
H Center 36  
HDMI IN jack 11  
HOME button 20  
Home Menu Scrolling 42  
Hue 32  
B
Background TV 25  
Backlight 32  
Balance 34  
Product Support 31  
Screen 35  
I
Info Banner 42  
Bass 34  
Sound 34  
Infrared Receiver (IR) 23  
INPUT button 20  
Installing the TV on a wall 7  
Bilingual audio 34  
BRAVIA Sync buttons 19  
Brightness 32  
Sharpness 32  
Show/Hide Channels 37  
Signal Diagnostics 31  
Signal Type 37  
SLEEP button 19  
Sleep Timer 31  
Software Update 31  
Sound Adjustments 34  
Sound Booster 34  
Sound Mode 34  
Speaker 23  
J
C
JUMP button 22  
CABLE/ANTENNA input 11  
CC button 19  
L
CC Display 38  
Language 42  
CH +/– button 22  
Channel Block 39  
Channel Tuning Keys 41  
CineMotion 33  
Color 32  
Light Sensor  
Described 23  
Setting 42  
Speakers 34  
M
STANDBY LED 23  
Steady Sound 34  
Surround 34  
Color Temperature 32  
COMPONENT IN jack (1080p/1080i/  
Manage Inputs 41  
Movie Rating 40  
MPEG Noise Reduction 32  
MTS 34  
720p/480p/480i) 11  
Contact Sony 31  
Control for HDMI 41  
Country 38  
T
Timer 31  
MUTING button 20  
Treble 34  
Current Time 31  
N
Troubleshooting 4345  
TV Auto Power On 41  
TV Guide On Screen 26  
TV Rating 40  
Noise Reduction 32  
D
Device Auto Power Off 41  
O
Device List 41  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)  
OPTIONS button 21  
U
jack 11  
P
U.S.A. Rating 40  
Unrated 39  
Digital CC 38  
P&P 28  
Digital Rating 39  
Display Area 36  
DISPLAY button 19  
Display Options 38  
DMe button 20  
DMe /SERVICE 11  
Password 38  
PC IN jack 11  
PC Power Management 42  
Phase 36  
PIC OFF/TIMER LED 23  
Picture 32  
Picture Adjustments 32  
PICTURE button 21  
Picture Mode 32  
PIP 28  
V
V Center 36  
Vertical Size 36  
VIDEO IN jack 11  
Video/Photo Optimizer 33  
Voice Zoom 34  
VOL +/– button 20  
Volume Offset 34  
x
x
E
Edit Channel Labels 37  
English Rating 40  
ENT button 20  
W
Pitch 36  
WIDE button 22  
Wide Mode 35, 36  
POWER button 20  
POWER LED 23  
Power Saving 42  
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For Your Convenience  
Please contact Sony directly if you:  
z
Have questions on the use of your television after reading your Operating Instruction manual  
and Quick Setup Guide  
Experience difficulty operating your television  
z
For United States  
or to speak with a support representative: 1-800-222-SONY (7669)  
For Canada  
or to speak with a support representative: 1-877-899-SONY (7669)  
Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase.  
Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store  
On-line Registration Available:  
Be sure to register your TV.  
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