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...the Remote Control 22 Remote Control Button Description 23 TV Controls and Indicators 26 Using Features BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for HDMI . . .28 Using PIP Feature 29 Favorites 30 Wide Mode 30 Wide Mode with PC 31 Inputs 32 Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB. . . 32 Photo Frame (KDL-42EX440/...-Mount Bracket 55 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 56 Troubleshooting 65 Important Notices 71 Specifications 72 Index 74 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration United States http://productregistration...
...the Remote Control 22 Remote Control Button Description 23 TV Controls and Indicators 26 Using Features BRAVIA® SyncTM with Control for HDMI . . .28 Using PIP Feature 29 Favorites 30 Wide Mode 30 Wide Mode with PC 31 Inputs 32 Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB. . . 32 Photo Frame (KDL-42EX440/...-Mount Bracket 55 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 56 Troubleshooting 65 Important Notices 71 Specifications 72 Index 74 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support On-line Registration United States http://productregistration...
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... at your finger tips for easy access (page 30). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your TV to automatically adjust the screen based on the remote control to the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for HDMI function (page 28). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and... as shown here. 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 connecting optional equipment. Refer to fill the screen. If black bars appear as : ➢ BRAVIA® SyncTM: Allows...
... at your finger tips for easy access (page 30). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your TV to automatically adjust the screen based on the remote control to the Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, for HDMI function (page 28). ➢ Digital Media Accessibility: Use the Photo, Music, and... as shown here. 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 connecting optional equipment. Refer to fill the screen. If black bars appear as : ➢ BRAVIA® SyncTM: Allows...
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Follow the help text provided on the TV. The Initial Setup screen will appear. 2 Use the remote control buttons described below to run the Auto Program. 4 Set the current date and time. 20 button: Allows you to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. V/v/B/b ...
Follow the help text provided on the TV. The Initial Setup screen will appear. 2 Use the remote control buttons described below to run the Auto Program. 4 Set the current date and time. 20 button: Allows you to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. V/v/B/b ...
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... objects are correctly inserted. 22 Push to open Guidelines to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Operating the TV Using the Remote Control To Insert Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to follow •...; Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that they are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere ...
... objects are correctly inserted. 22 Push to open Guidelines to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Operating the TV Using the Remote Control To Insert Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to follow •...; Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV. • Make sure that they are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere ...
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Some other buttons on all Control for HDMI function (not available on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® SyncTM equipment. . (PREV): Press to the next chapter mark. x (STOP): Press to stop playback. > (NEXT): Press to advance ... reverse): Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. (Continued) 23 Operating the TV Remote Control Button Description Button Description 1 1 INPUT Press to play a program in fast forward mode. • The 5, N and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Press repeatedly ...
Some other buttons on all Control for HDMI function (not available on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® SyncTM equipment. . (PREV): Press to the next chapter mark. x (STOP): Press to stop playback. > (NEXT): Press to advance ... reverse): Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. (Continued) 23 Operating the TV Remote Control Button Description Button Description 1 1 INPUT Press to play a program in fast forward mode. • The 5, N and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Press repeatedly ...
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TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signal from the remote control. CH + Touch to toggle through the inputs. Do not Light sensor put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function. 2 (Picture Lights ...
TV Controls and Indicators Item Description 1 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signal from the remote control. CH + Touch to toggle through the inputs. Do not Light sensor put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function. 2 (Picture Lights ...
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...turned on. • Automatically turns the connected video camera off when you switch the TV to their instruction manuals. • When specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is connected, BRAVIA sync is automatically activated on . • Automatically turns the connected ... settings and tips to help unify control of the connected AV amplifier through the TV's remote control. x Controlling BRAVIA SyncCompatible Equipment To control the equipment by using the remote control, press SYNC MENU and select the desired equipment from the TV speaker to the audio...
...turned on. • Automatically turns the connected video camera off when you switch the TV to their instruction manuals. • When specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is connected, BRAVIA sync is automatically activated on . • Automatically turns the connected ... settings and tips to help unify control of the connected AV amplifier through the TV's remote control. x Controlling BRAVIA SyncCompatible Equipment To control the equipment by using the remote control, press SYNC MENU and select the desired equipment from the TV speaker to the audio...
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... and set to select a channel or input, then press . Your newly added item will see black bars around the picture or just on your remote control or you run the Auto Program. The Wide Mode feature allows you watch or viewing connected equipment, press HOME and select Favorites to display... the list. You can also be added using the OPTIONS button on the remote control. • Your Favorites list will be listed at the bottom of your preference. x To change the Wide Screen Mode Press WIDE repeatedly to ...
... and set to select a channel or input, then press . Your newly added item will see black bars around the picture or just on your remote control or you run the Auto Program. The Wide Mode feature allows you watch or viewing connected equipment, press HOME and select Favorites to display... the list. You can also be added using the OPTIONS button on the remote control. • Your Favorites list will be listed at the bottom of your preference. x To change the Wide Screen Mode Press WIDE repeatedly to ...
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... USB connected equipment. You can select Photo Frame Mode which enables you to access a variety of TV settings and USB media files. 1 Press on the remote control to display the menu options. 2 Press V/v/B/b to navigate on these icons (page 32). Video 36 Refer to the feature section for more information on...
... USB connected equipment. You can select Photo Frame Mode which enables you to access a variety of TV settings and USB media files. 1 Press on the remote control to display the menu options. 2 Press V/v/B/b to navigate on these icons (page 32). Video 36 Refer to the feature section for more information on...
Operating Instructions
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... for analog programs. • Alternate Audio is only available if the program is broadcast with the TV's remote control, when using the connected audio system's remote control. Mono Select for HDMI/DVI input. Alternate Audio Select among the available options to switch among the ...this option you are disabling the TV speakers. Source Auto HDMI 1 input only Automatically sets the audio signal source based on the remote control. Option Description MTS Audio Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programs Stereo Auto SAP Select for stereo reception when viewing a program ...
... for analog programs. • Alternate Audio is only available if the program is broadcast with the TV's remote control, when using the connected audio system's remote control. Mono Select for HDMI/DVI input. Alternate Audio Select among the available options to switch among the ...this option you are disabling the TV speakers. Source Auto HDMI 1 input only Automatically sets the audio signal source based on the remote control. Option Description MTS Audio Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programs Stereo Auto SAP Select for stereo reception when viewing a program ...
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... Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG Young Adult Maximum ratings permitted are blocked from viewing. (Available only Custom Select to block programs based on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. Canada: See page 47 for details. Using the Menus Using the Parental Lock Settings Option Description Password The Parental...
... Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG Young Adult Maximum ratings permitted are blocked from viewing. (Available only Custom Select to block programs based on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. Canada: See page 47 for details. Using the Menus Using the Parental Lock Settings Option Description Password The Parental...
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On when Muting Closed Captions (CC) is turned on the remote control. (Continued) 49 Digital CC Options Allows you to customize the following settings: Character Size Small, Standard, Large Character Style Style 1-7 Character Color Color 1-8 Character ...
On when Muting Closed Captions (CC) is turned on the remote control. (Continued) 49 Digital CC Options Allows you to customize the following settings: Character Size Small, Standard, Large Character Style Style 1-7 Character Color Color 1-8 Character ...
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... sure to reset the current date and time. AV Setup Manage Inputs Assigns a name to display the logo when the TV is turned on the remote control is available from standby mode at a time you set the current time manually. Startup Logo Select On to external equipment.
... sure to reset the current date and time. AV Setup Manage Inputs Assigns a name to display the logo when the TV is turned on the remote control is available from standby mode at a time you set the current time manually. Startup Logo Select On to external equipment.
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For specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI function connected to disable this function. Select Off to the TV. None Deactivates the control by the TV's remote control. Tuning Keys For basic operations and operation of channelrelated buttons, such as navigation buttons (up, down, ... Keys related buttons and HOME/OPTIONS buttons. • Press OPTIONS while the equipment supporting Control for HDMI is On. via the remote control. Menu Keys For basic operations and operation of the Picture settings. (Continued) 51 This feature is available when Control for ...
For specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI function connected to disable this function. Select Off to the TV. None Deactivates the control by the TV's remote control. Tuning Keys For basic operations and operation of channelrelated buttons, such as navigation buttons (up, down, ... Keys related buttons and HOME/OPTIONS buttons. • Press OPTIONS while the equipment supporting Control for HDMI is On. via the remote control. Menu Keys For basic operations and operation of the Picture settings. (Continued) 51 This feature is available when Control for ...
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... signal is set, pressing VOL +/- Auto Shut Off Select On to automatically power off the TV when no buttons are pressed or touched on the remote control or the TV. By selecting the High option, you will not disable this function. or MUTING buttons will reduce the power consumption more than...
... signal is set, pressing VOL +/- Auto Shut Off Select On to automatically power off the TV when no buttons are pressed or touched on the remote control or the TV. By selecting the High option, you will not disable this function. or MUTING buttons will reduce the power consumption more than...
Operating Instructions
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... of the TV. • Check cable/antenna connections. • Make sure the Signal Type setting is connected securely. • Turn on your remote control; This password clears your TV signal source. (Continued) 65 Condition No picture No picture Cannot receive any channels Explanation/Solution • Check the... default settings: 1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press and hold down the V button on the remote, touch the "/1 button on the TV set. (The TV will clear all of your Sony TV even after you to improper connection of the cables; refer to the Quick Setup Guide provided for...
... of the TV. • Check cable/antenna connections. • Make sure the Signal Type setting is connected securely. • Turn on your remote control; This password clears your TV signal source. (Continued) 65 Condition No picture No picture Cannot receive any channels Explanation/Solution • Check the... default settings: 1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press and hold down the V button on the remote, touch the "/1 button on the TV set. (The TV will clear all of your Sony TV even after you to improper connection of the cables; refer to the Quick Setup Guide provided for...
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... is connected using 75-ohm coaxial cable instead. No picture from noise sources such as viewed at the store • Picture quality depends on the remote control (see pages 20 and 44). Many HD channels and content are controlled by the signal provider. Only snow and noise appear on by the...
... is connected using 75-ohm coaxial cable instead. No picture from noise sources such as viewed at the store • Picture quality depends on the remote control (see pages 20 and 44). Many HD channels and content are controlled by the signal provider. Only snow and noise appear on by the...
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... 4:3 Default in the Screen settings is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting when 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 42). • Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 42...
... 4:3 Default in the Screen settings is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting when 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 42). • Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 42...
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... loss of detail, especially during fast-motion or dark scenes • This is connected to the TV via USB cable, it may cause your remote control operation; These signal compressions are more information. • The digital cable channel may be displayed in affect until you change the channel or...can interfere with your program provider). • Programs in 4:3 aspect ratio will have bands on the resolution or aspect ratio of the file. Remote control does not operate • To determine if the problem is 1,000 for the photos to Hidden in aspect ratios that came with your ...
... loss of detail, especially during fast-motion or dark scenes • This is connected to the TV via USB cable, it may cause your remote control operation; These signal compressions are more information. • The digital cable channel may be displayed in affect until you change the channel or...can interfere with your program provider). • Programs in 4:3 aspect ratio will have bands on the resolution or aspect ratio of the file. Remote control does not operate • To determine if the problem is 1,000 for the photos to Hidden in aspect ratios that came with your ...
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... (see page 45). • Turn on again.) Release V. IMPORTANT: The reset will turn itself off, then back on the TV. While holding down V on the remote control, touch "/1 on the TV. (The TV will clear all of your previous password and allows you to factory settings The TV surrounds become warm.
... (see page 45). • Turn on again.) Release V. IMPORTANT: The reset will turn itself off, then back on the TV. While holding down V on the remote control, touch "/1 on the TV. (The TV will clear all of your previous password and allows you to factory settings The TV surrounds become warm.
