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...of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the spaces provided below 41°F (5°C). Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of Dolby Laboratories. Depending upon your Sony dealer regarding this TV (i.e. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark and "PS3" is ENERGY STAR® ... viewable image size (measured diagonally). 2 Licensing Information Macintosh is a trademark. Refer to them whenever you call upon such changed settings, the power consumption may be sure to unplug the power cord to promote energy efficient products and practices. Fergason Patent Properties, ...
...of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the spaces provided below 41°F (5°C). Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of Dolby Laboratories. Depending upon your Sony dealer regarding this TV (i.e. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark and "PS3" is ENERGY STAR® ... viewable image size (measured diagonally). 2 Licensing Information Macintosh is a trademark. Refer to them whenever you call upon such changed settings, the power consumption may be sure to unplug the power cord to promote energy efficient products and practices. Fergason Patent Properties, ...
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... Lock Settings 36 Using the Setup Settings 39 Using the Eco Settings 43 Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 44 Using a Wall-Mount Bracket 45 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 46 Troubleshooting 54 Important Notices 58 Specifications 59 Index 61 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com...
... Lock Settings 36 Using the Setup Settings 39 Using the Eco Settings 43 Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 44 Using a Wall-Mount Bracket 45 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 46 Troubleshooting 54 Important Notices 58 Specifications 59 Index 61 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com...
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... connection diagrams. Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you see on upgrading to HD programming. 4 Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Your BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD programming from: • Over-the-air broadcasting via HD...Disc™ player or other HD compatible external equipment Contact your cable, satellite or HD service provider for choosing this information prior to setting up your TV. Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV safe. To experience the stunning detail of BRAVIA...
... connection diagrams. Experiencing Stunning HD with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you see on upgrading to HD programming. 4 Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Your BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD programming from: • Over-the-air broadcasting via HD...Disc™ player or other HD compatible external equipment Contact your cable, satellite or HD service provider for choosing this information prior to setting up your TV. Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV safe. To experience the stunning detail of BRAVIA...
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...HD sound system, and a proper connection setup. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® The Four Steps to a Stunning HD Experience Set, Source, Sound, and Setup Along with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 23). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video ...). ➢ Favorites: Your favorite channels and inputs are at your finger tips for easy access (page 25). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your TV to automatically adjust the screen based on the signal resolution (page 25). ➢ Input Selection: Allows you to easily switch between the...
...HD sound system, and a proper connection setup. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® The Four Steps to a Stunning HD Experience Set, Source, Sound, and Setup Along with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 23). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and Video ...). ➢ Favorites: Your favorite channels and inputs are at your finger tips for easy access (page 25). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your TV to automatically adjust the screen based on the signal resolution (page 25). ➢ Input Selection: Allows you to easily switch between the...
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.../KDL-22BX320 • Ensure your TV has adequate ventilation, see page 14. • For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight. • Avoid installing the TV in a room with the TV. Getting Started Setting Up Your TV Some TV models are not mounting the ...TV to a wall, you will need to complete the task. Look for safety and to consider the following while setting up your TV to a warm area. Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to evaporate completely before powering the TV on. 6 This may...
.../KDL-22BX320 • Ensure your TV has adequate ventilation, see page 14. • For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight. • Avoid installing the TV in a room with the TV. Getting Started Setting Up Your TV Some TV models are not mounting the ...TV to a wall, you will need to complete the task. Look for safety and to consider the following while setting up your TV to a warm area. Sudden room temperature changes may cause the TV to evaporate completely before powering the TV on. 6 This may...
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...compatible. 3 CABLE/ RF input that connects to your analog audio equipment. For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may need to adjust the TV settings or your region/country). (Continued) 7 Can also be displayed. digital audio/video interface between this TV. *1 Manufactured under license from Dolby ...Laboratories. Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that can use an adapter (not supplied). See page 12 for KDL-46/40/32BX421, and other analog RGB equipment. Equipment using a DVI connection also requires an additional audio connection using an audio cable...
...compatible. 3 CABLE/ RF input that connects to your analog audio equipment. For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may need to adjust the TV settings or your region/country). (Continued) 7 Can also be displayed. digital audio/video interface between this TV. *1 Manufactured under license from Dolby ...Laboratories. Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that can use an adapter (not supplied). See page 12 for KDL-46/40/32BX421, and other analog RGB equipment. Equipment using a DVI connection also requires an additional audio connection using an audio cable...
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For composite use, connect the yellow jack to auto detection, press HOME, select Settings, and then select the Setup settings. To set to the composite video output jack of video equipment. Select the Video1/Component Selection option in AV Setup then set to Y for video and use Y, PB, PR for video signals and also connect...
For composite use, connect the yellow jack to auto detection, press HOME, select Settings, and then select the Setup settings. To set to the composite video output jack of video equipment. Select the Video1/Component Selection option in AV Setup then set to Y for video and use Y, PB, PR for video signals and also connect...
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Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC). Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of .../ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality. Cable Antenna A/B RF Switch A B Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as indicated below.
Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC). Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of .../ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality. Cable Antenna A/B RF Switch A B Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as indicated below.
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... to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 14 Avoid operating the TV at least this much space around the set as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Installed on the wall 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm)... Leave at least this much space around the set. Air circulation is blocked. Installed with stand 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) Leave at temperatures below ....
... to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 14 Avoid operating the TV at least this much space around the set as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Installed on the wall 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm)... Leave at least this much space around the set. Air circulation is blocked. Installed with stand 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) Leave at temperatures below ....
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... TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. ❑ Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV. ❑ Never install the TV on: • slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces. • furniture that..., or knocked over . Make sure the TV stand can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of the TV. Getting Started Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to the TV stand. Preventing the TV from toppling over . ❑ Route all AC power cords and connecting cables so that...
... TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. ❑ Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV. ❑ Never install the TV on: • slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces. • furniture that..., or knocked over . Make sure the TV stand can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of the TV. Getting Started Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to the TV stand. Preventing the TV from toppling over . ❑ Route all AC power cords and connecting cables so that...
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...Program. • When prompted to select Retail or Home, be done at a later time, press HOME, select Settings, and then select Auto Program under Channel settings. • Connect either your cable or antenna to navigate and highlight options where applicable. Retail Home Confirm RETURN Back... 17 Getting Started Running Initial Setup During initial setup, you will perform the following: • Set the language for the On Screen Display (OSD) text • Choose your viewing environment • Scan for digital and analog channels ...
...Program. • When prompted to select Retail or Home, be done at a later time, press HOME, select Settings, and then select Auto Program under Channel settings. • Connect either your cable or antenna to navigate and highlight options where applicable. Retail Home Confirm RETURN Back... 17 Getting Started Running Initial Setup During initial setup, you will perform the following: • Set the language for the On Screen Display (OSD) text • Choose your viewing environment • Scan for digital and analog channels ...
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Graphics: Eases prolonged monitor viewing with TV functions and settings. See "Using the Menus" on page 28. 7 Colored buttons When the colored buttons are available, an operation guide appears on the screen. • When you ... quality according to the input source. 5 RETURN Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. 6 HOME/ MENU Press to Dynamic. 20 Photo: Reproduces the texture and color of a printed photo. Music: Lets you...
Graphics: Eases prolonged monitor viewing with TV functions and settings. See "Using the Menus" on page 28. 7 Colored buttons When the colored buttons are available, an operation guide appears on the screen. • When you ... quality according to the input source. 5 RETURN Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. 6 HOME/ MENU Press to Dynamic. 20 Photo: Reproduces the texture and color of a printed photo. Music: Lets you...
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... and forth between the current/last channel or external input selected. 21 qj CC Press to cycle through channels. To scan quickly through the available settings for qa ql Closed Captions (CC) : On, Off, and On when Muting. Operating the TV Button Description qs 8 0-9 9 0 VOL (2) qd +/- ... watching. See page 25. qf DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with 0-9 to scan through the available Wide Mode settings. Press to move focus/highlight. Press to 9 qj select/confirm an item. Press to select digital channels. Press to adjust the volume.
... and forth between the current/last channel or external input selected. 21 qj CC Press to cycle through channels. To scan quickly through the available settings for qa ql Closed Captions (CC) : On, Off, and On when Muting. Operating the TV Button Description qs 8 0-9 9 0 VOL (2) qd +/- ... watching. See page 25. qf DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with 0-9 to scan through the available Wide Mode settings. Press to move focus/highlight. Press to 9 qj select/confirm an item. Press to select digital channels. Press to adjust the volume.
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... Press to toggle through the inputs. Press repeatedly to adjust the volume. In the menu screen, these buttons serve as confirming the selection or setting. TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. In the menu screen, this ...list of external inputs. Press to Picture Off. (Timer) LED 3 1 (Standby) Lights up in red when the TV is set to display menu with TV functions and settings (see page 40. • The CH + button has a tactile dot. Off)/ Lights up in green when the Power ...
... Press to toggle through the inputs. Press repeatedly to adjust the volume. In the menu screen, these buttons serve as confirming the selection or setting. TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. In the menu screen, this ...list of external inputs. Press to Picture Off. (Timer) LED 3 1 (Standby) Lights up in red when the TV is set to display menu with TV functions and settings (see page 40. • The CH + button has a tactile dot. Off)/ Lights up in green when the Power ...
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...equipment off when you switch the TV to standby mode. • Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only available for the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync or is compatible with Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is connected, BRAVIA sync is turned on both... turns the connected AV amplifier on the connected equipment, refer to their instruction manuals. • When specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI. • The Control for HDMI settings must be set to On. For settings on and switches the sound output from HDMI Device Selection. Use the following...
...equipment off when you switch the TV to standby mode. • Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is only available for the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync or is compatible with Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is connected, BRAVIA sync is turned on both... turns the connected AV amplifier on the connected equipment, refer to their instruction manuals. • When specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI. • The Control for HDMI settings must be set to On. For settings on and switches the sound output from HDMI Device Selection. Use the following...
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... Antenna 24.6 BBO Cable 34 ESPN HD Cable 36.1 STAR Ch HDMI 1 BD HDMI 3 Recorder Antenna 52.5 NHKHi Cable 88.6 NHK BS2 Set The favorites list appears. 3 Press V/v to On. Your newly added item will be accessed by pressing the WIDE button on the original signal ...they are added to the list. 1 Press HOME. 2 Press V/v to the signals your preference. You can manually select available Wide Mode settings as you watch or viewing connected equipment, press HOME and select Favorites to Auto Wide. Full Full • Favorite channels and external inputs can...
... Antenna 24.6 BBO Cable 34 ESPN HD Cable 36.1 STAR Ch HDMI 1 BD HDMI 3 Recorder Antenna 52.5 NHKHi Cable 88.6 NHK BS2 Set The favorites list appears. 3 Press V/v to On. Your newly added item will be accessed by pressing the WIDE button on the original signal ...they are added to the list. 1 Press HOME. 2 Press V/v to the signals your preference. You can manually select available Wide Mode settings as you watch or viewing connected equipment, press HOME and select Favorites to Auto Wide. Full Full • Favorite channels and external inputs can...
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... Input menu and toggle through the available modes while in the PC input mode. You can change the Wide Screen Mode for the PC settings. Full 2 • Use the Auto Adjustment to adjust the display position and phase of TV mode and other equipment connected to select...to the TV. To Label an Input 1 Press HOME and select Settings, then select the Setup settings. Screen PC PC Settings Wide Mode Reset Auto Adjustment Phase Pitch Horizontal Center Vertical Center Normal 0 0 0 0 Set To change the PC Screen settings. Wide Mode with PC Wide Mode is connected, you can label ...
... Input menu and toggle through the available modes while in the PC input mode. You can change the Wide Screen Mode for the PC settings. Full 2 • Use the Auto Adjustment to adjust the display position and phase of TV mode and other equipment connected to select...to the TV. To Label an Input 1 Press HOME and select Settings, then select the Setup settings. Screen PC PC Settings Wide Mode Reset Auto Adjustment Phase Pitch Horizontal Center Vertical Center Normal 0 0 0 0 Set To change the PC Screen settings. Wide Mode with PC Wide Mode is connected, you can label ...
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...automatically if the TV is turned on the recording media due to make adjustments for photo, music and video settings. Picture Frame: Allows you connect a Sony digital still camera, set the camera's USB connection mode to , or loss of, data on after connecting the digital still camera or... V/v to select a file or folder, then press . Notes when playing back files • While the TV is supported for photo files in a Sony digital still camera or camcorder through a USB cable or USB storage device on the USB device, observe the following: - For more information about USB connection...
...automatically if the TV is turned on the recording media due to make adjustments for photo, music and video settings. Picture Frame: Allows you connect a Sony digital still camera, set the camera's USB connection mode to , or loss of, data on after connecting the digital still camera or... V/v to select a file or folder, then press . Notes when playing back files • While the TV is supported for photo files in a Sony digital still camera or camcorder through a USB cable or USB storage device on the USB device, observe the following: - For more information about USB connection...
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..., DVD player). Be sure to power consumption. 28 The options you can also block channels and inputs. Sound: customize your sound settings to your frequently used items, such as autoprogram channels. Favorites The Favorites feature provides quick access to suit your photo, music, and... video files from Sony USB connected equipment. Unavailable options are grayed out or not displayed. Photo The Photo, Music, and Video icons organize your audio preference. Eco: changes the settings related to select the correct icon when Music accessing files...
..., DVD player). Be sure to power consumption. 28 The options you can also block channels and inputs. Sound: customize your sound settings to your frequently used items, such as autoprogram channels. Favorites The Favorites feature provides quick access to suit your photo, music, and... video files from Sony USB connected equipment. Unavailable options are grayed out or not displayed. Photo The Photo, Music, and Video icons organize your audio preference. Eco: changes the settings related to select the correct icon when Music accessing files...
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... Picture Mode. Select to General, the options below can be selected. Select Auto to represent original film-based content as is set to give the white colors a reddish tint. When Scene Customized picture Select is . Photo For standard viewing of photographs. Game...-Original Adjusts the game picture according to give the white colors a neutral tint. Select to your preferred settings. Sharpness Adjust to reduce the picture noise level. This is effective when viewing a DVD or digital broadcast. viewing Vivid Select for...
... Picture Mode. Select to General, the options below can be selected. Select Auto to represent original film-based content as is set to give the white colors a reddish tint. When Scene Customized picture Select is . Photo For standard viewing of photographs. Game...-Original Adjusts the game picture according to give the white colors a neutral tint. Select to your preferred settings. Sharpness Adjust to reduce the picture noise level. This is effective when viewing a DVD or digital broadcast. viewing Vivid Select for...