Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands
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... home. The industry is a growing trend, and larger televisions are popular purchases and are not always supported on this hidden hazard of TVs such as VCRs and remotes that is a Sector of television and consumer electronics furniture manufacturers to advocate children's safety and... educate customers and their families about television safety. The Consumer Electronics Association formed the Home Entertainment Support...
... home. The industry is a growing trend, and larger televisions are popular purchases and are not always supported on this hidden hazard of TVs such as VCRs and remotes that is a Sector of television and consumer electronics furniture manufacturers to advocate children's safety and... educate customers and their families about television safety. The Consumer Electronics Association formed the Home Entertainment Support...
Operating Instructions
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...Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides a variety of BRAVIA™ The Four Steps to the World of optional equipment connection diagrams. Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3 Connecting ...Rear 12 3. Setting Up the Channel List - Initial Setup 19 Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls/ Indicators 20 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control 20 Remote Control and TV Controls 20 Indicators 24 Using P&P Feature 25 To Display the Sub Window...
...Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides a variety of BRAVIA™ The Four Steps to the World of optional equipment connection diagrams. Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 3 Connecting ...Rear 12 3. Setting Up the Channel List - Initial Setup 19 Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls/ Indicators 20 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control 20 Remote Control and TV Controls 20 Indicators 24 Using P&P Feature 25 To Display the Sub Window...
Operating Instructions
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...Press the HOME button on your remote control to access the XMB™. The XMB™ is an easy way to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed ... Category Object Bar. • External Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other options (see page 28 for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-V Series models with screen size measured diagonally. 9 HOME Product Support Clock/Timers Settings Sound Screen Video Options Category Object Bar Media Category Bar...
...Press the HOME button on your remote control to access the XMB™. The XMB™ is an easy way to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. TV Home Menu: XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) The XMB™ is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed ... Category Object Bar. • External Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other options (see page 28 for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-V Series models with screen size measured diagonally. 9 HOME Product Support Clock/Timers Settings Sound Screen Video Options Category Object Bar Media Category Bar...
Operating Instructions
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... connecting cables. • The hook of the A/V receiver with the TV's remote control. ~ • The A/V receiver cannot be selected from either sides depending on attaching position. 18 HDMI Control Available with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. Using HDMI Control for that bears the HDMI logo for the HDMI...with other equipment, refer to operate, the TV and other Sony HDMI Control equipment must be setup. See page 37 on how to allow communication between Sony TV's and Sony equipment. The HDMI Control function enables BRAVIA Theatre Sync to turn on equipment listed under the External ...
... connecting cables. • The hook of the A/V receiver with the TV's remote control. ~ • The A/V receiver cannot be selected from either sides depending on attaching position. 18 HDMI Control Available with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. Using HDMI Control for that bears the HDMI logo for the HDMI...with other equipment, refer to operate, the TV and other Sony HDMI Control equipment must be setup. See page 37 on how to allow communication between Sony TV's and Sony equipment. The HDMI Control function enables BRAVIA Theatre Sync to turn on equipment listed under the External ...
Operating Instructions
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... will scan for digital channels. The Auto Program will display how many analog and digital channels are being scanned. You will apply to on the remote control, highlight "Yes" to cancel or "No" to be canceled while the channels are found. ~ • If you to move back to the...on the screen to run Auto Program with the connected signal source or select Skip to select the language of 5 Please select a language. Use the remote control to navigate through the Initial Setup: V/v button: Allows you can run Auto Program, see page 21), Show/Hide Channels (page 34), Edit ...
... will scan for digital channels. The Auto Program will display how many analog and digital channels are being scanned. You will apply to on the remote control, highlight "Yes" to cancel or "No" to be canceled while the channels are found. ~ • If you to move back to the...on the screen to run Auto Program with the connected signal source or select Skip to select the language of 5 Please select a language. Use the remote control to navigate through the Initial Setup: V/v button: Allows you can run Auto Program, see page 21), Show/Hide Channels (page 34), Edit ...
Operating Instructions
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... and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by an HDMI connection to your BRAVIA Theatre Sync audio system. Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the information pertaining to open. See Info Banner on page 38. 2 SLEEP Press repeatedly ...
... and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by an HDMI connection to your BRAVIA Theatre Sync audio system. Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the information pertaining to open. See Info Banner on page 38. 2 SLEEP Press repeatedly ...
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...lit even if the TV is set . Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly (see page 28. Receives IR signals from the remote control. When the timer is turned off. Lights up in green when the TV is set , this may be affected. 24 Lights up in ... in red when your TV is activated. Do not put anything near the sensor, as its function may indicate the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on . Lights up in PC standby mode. Indicators 1 PIC OFF/TIMER STANDBY POWER 2 3 45 Item 1 Speaker 2 PIC OFF/ TIMER LED 3 STANDBY LED 4 ...
...lit even if the TV is set . Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly (see page 28. Receives IR signals from the remote control. When the timer is turned off. Lights up in green when the TV is set , this may be affected. 24 Lights up in ... in red when your TV is activated. Do not put anything near the sensor, as its function may indicate the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on . Lights up in PC standby mode. Indicators 1 PIC OFF/TIMER STANDBY POWER 2 3 45 Item 1 Speaker 2 PIC OFF/ TIMER LED 3 STANDBY LED 4 ...
Operating Instructions
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... the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of different Settings start from page 28. • The available options vary depending on your convenience, see remote control section pages 21 and 23). Sound Screen Video Options The XMB™ is shown here with various options. buttons (see page 37. 26 TV...
... the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of different Settings start from page 28. • The available options vary depending on your convenience, see remote control section pages 21 and 23). Sound Screen Video Options The XMB™ is shown here with various options. buttons (see page 37. 26 TV...
Operating Instructions
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... Diagnostics Sony contact information is executed the TV will turn off automatically. The Timer feature will not be accessed by pressing PICTURE on the remote control to store your convenience. After this is available from the TV is displayed here. Sets the time in a theater-like ...Use the V/v/B/b button to set the current time. 3 Press RETURN to display the confirmation screen. 4 Select Yes or No to remain on the remote control (see page 20). Your TV's specific information such as a specified volume at the specified time you set using the SLEEP button on before shutting...
... Diagnostics Sony contact information is executed the TV will turn off automatically. The Timer feature will not be accessed by pressing PICTURE on the remote control to store your convenience. After this is available from the TV is displayed here. Sets the time in a theater-like ...Use the V/v/B/b button to set the current time. 3 Press RETURN to display the confirmation screen. 4 Select Yes or No to remain on the remote control (see page 20). Your TV's specific information such as a specified volume at the specified time you set using the SLEEP button on before shutting...
Operating Instructions
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...Custom Customizes the sound settings including the Sound Booster setting. ~ • Sound Mode can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control, then selecting Picture from Wide or Standard. Emphasizes left or right speaker balance. Adjusts the clarity of the picture for dark picture... advanced settings to make the voice clearer. Advanced Settings Reset Resets all inputs can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control. Live Color Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear skin tones. Conversely, if you desire while in Custom of color ...
...Custom Customizes the sound settings including the Sound Booster setting. ~ • Sound Mode can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control, then selecting Picture from Wide or Standard. Emphasizes left or right speaker balance. Adjusts the clarity of the picture for dark picture... advanced settings to make the voice clearer. Advanced Settings Reset Resets all inputs can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control. Live Color Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear skin tones. Conversely, if you desire while in Custom of color ...
Operating Instructions
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... frequent screen changes are disturbing to fill the screen while maintaining the aspect ratio. ~ • Wide Mode can be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control. • See WIDE button description on page 22 for 1080i or 1080p sources in its original size. +1 Displays the original picture area. Full Enlarges...
... frequent screen changes are disturbing to fill the screen while maintaining the aspect ratio. ~ • Wide Mode can be accessed by pressing WIDE on the remote control. • See WIDE button description on page 22 for 1080i or 1080p sources in its original size. +1 Displays the original picture area. Full Enlarges...
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.... Select Off to automatically detect film content and apply a reverse 3-2 pulldown process. Screen Position Vertical Size Adjust the Vertical positioning by pressing WIDE on the remote control. • See WIDE button description on page 22 for the sharp display of fine lines or characters. Press B/b and press to fill the screen...
.... Select Off to automatically detect film content and apply a reverse 3-2 pulldown process. Screen Position Vertical Size Adjust the Vertical positioning by pressing WIDE on the remote control. • See WIDE button description on page 22 for the sharp display of fine lines or characters. Press B/b and press to fill the screen...
Operating Instructions
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... from the broadcaster. Set to second audio programs when a SAP signal is present, the TV remains in the Language setting, your TV's remote control. ~ • Alternate Audio is available only for audio. Mono For mono reception. Audio Out Easy control of volume adjustment Fixed Select...stream is available from the audio tracks, and if that language is what you to adjust the volume with your audio system's remote control. (The TV's remote control's VOL and MUTING buttons have selected in Stereo mode. By selecting this option if you wish to use . Using the...
... from the broadcaster. Set to second audio programs when a SAP signal is present, the TV remains in the Language setting, your TV's remote control. ~ • Alternate Audio is available only for audio. Mono For mono reception. Audio Out Easy control of volume adjustment Fixed Select...stream is available from the audio tracks, and if that language is what you to adjust the volume with your audio system's remote control. (The TV's remote control's VOL and MUTING buttons have selected in Stereo mode. By selecting this option if you wish to use . Using the...
Operating Instructions
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... be set it. Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed caption options. button or in the TV channel list on the remote control. 34 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings CC Display Allows you to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Select to turn... or hide. 2 Press to CC1 for antenna installation) Allows you to add digital channels. Repeat to add up the channel list on the remote control. Display Options Customizes the Closed Captions (CC) displays with Text, Character Size, Character Style, Character Color, Character Opacity, Edge Type, ...
... be set it. Select from Service 1-6 and CC1-4 (advanced digital closed caption options. button or in the TV channel list on the remote control. 34 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings CC Display Allows you to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Select to turn... or hide. 2 Press to CC1 for antenna installation) Allows you to add digital channels. Repeat to add up the channel list on the remote control. Display Options Customizes the Closed Captions (CC) displays with Text, Character Size, Character Style, Character Color, Character Opacity, Edge Type, ...
Operating Instructions
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... setting with the previously set more specific ratings, select Custom. Country Select the country name of the programs). See Custom Rating System Chart on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. U.S.: See page 36 for the appropriate ratings. where advanced ratings exist) Off Clear All Custom Turns off and on...
... setting with the previously set more specific ratings, select Custom. Country Select the country name of the programs). See Custom Rating System Chart on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. U.S.: See page 36 for the appropriate ratings. where advanced ratings exist) Off Clear All Custom Turns off and on...
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... of your choice from English, Español and Français to be cleared each time the channel is changed or DISPLAY on the remote control is pressed. ~ • To see page 24). • In low light the range of the backlight control is reduced when Light Sensor is set... to scan all the on the screen. The STANDBY LED on the remote control. • PC Power Management is no signal input for minimal display information. Info Banner also appears on the screen each time you can run...
... of your choice from English, Español and Français to be cleared each time the channel is changed or DISPLAY on the remote control is pressed. ~ • To see page 24). • In low light the range of the backlight control is reduced when Light Sensor is set... to scan all the on the screen. The STANDBY LED on the remote control. • PC Power Management is no signal input for minimal display information. Info Banner also appears on the screen each time you can run...
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...page 28). not correct/The picture is connected using the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) instead. TV is locked to one of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one channel • Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the TV...page 38). Cannot receive or select channels • Perform Auto Program to use , 1-2 years at the store • Picture quality depends on the remote control. No picture from other connecting cords. • To avoid TV interference, make sure Cable is correct for that signal. No color/Dark picture/...
...page 28). not correct/The picture is connected using the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) instead. TV is locked to one of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one channel • Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the TV...page 38). Cannot receive or select channels • Perform Auto Program to use , 1-2 years at the store • Picture quality depends on the remote control. No picture from other connecting cords. • To avoid TV interference, make sure Cable is correct for that signal. No color/Dark picture/...
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.... "Black box" on screen • You have bands on the clarity and resolution of the television. To turn off . For more visible and are greater than 16:9 (this feature, set up PC...cause your program provider). • Programs in the Screen settings (see page 38). Certain programs on the remote control, set 4:3 Default to Off in the Screen settings (see page 31). • Check Auto Wide... • Some wide screen programs are filmed in the Audio Options settings (see page 32). 40 If you were trying to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text1-4. When playing a ...
.... "Black box" on screen • You have bands on the clarity and resolution of the television. To turn off . For more visible and are greater than 16:9 (this feature, set up PC...cause your program provider). • Programs in the Screen settings (see page 38). Certain programs on the remote control, set 4:3 Default to Off in the Screen settings (see page 31). • Check Auto Wide... • Some wide screen programs are filmed in the Audio Options settings (see page 32). 40 If you were trying to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text1-4. When playing a ...
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... sensor located at the front of digital cable channels. Lost password • Select the Password settings on again.) Release V. While holding down V on the remote control, press POWER settings on the TV. (The TV will clear all of your customized settings including the Parental Lock setting. How to reset the ... not being displayed • Certain cable companies have limitations on the TV. WARNING: The Reset will turn itself off the fluorescent lamps. • Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles. The master password clears your...
... sensor located at the front of digital cable channels. Lost password • Select the Password settings on again.) Release V. While holding down V on the remote control, press POWER settings on the TV. (The TV will clear all of your customized settings including the Parental Lock setting. How to reset the ... not being displayed • Certain cable companies have limitations on the TV. WARNING: The Reset will turn itself off the fluorescent lamps. • Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles. The master password clears your...
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... are subject to the TV) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Online Registration Card (U.S.A. Model Supplied accessories Optional accessories KDL-40VL130 KDL-46VL130 Remote control RM-YD014 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) / Support belt (1) / Securing screw (1) / Wood screw (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to change without notice.
... are subject to the TV) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Online Registration Card (U.S.A. Model Supplied accessories Optional accessories KDL-40VL130 KDL-46VL130 Remote control RM-YD014 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) / Support belt (1) / Securing screw (1) / Wood screw (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to change without notice.