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2-599-864-12(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-V26XBR1 KDL-V32XBR1 KDL-V40XBR1 © 2005 Sony Corporation
2-599-864-12(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-V26XBR1 KDL-V32XBR1 KDL-V40XBR1 © 2005 Sony Corporation
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... No. Record these numbers in Canada contact the Customer Relations Center at the rear of the following instructions, you call upon your Sony® TV, Please call one of the LCD TV, below . Contacting Sony If, after reading the following numbers. Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at: 1-800-222...
... No. Record these numbers in Canada contact the Customer Relations Center at the rear of the following instructions, you call upon your Sony® TV, Please call one of the LCD TV, below . Contacting Sony If, after reading the following numbers. Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at: 1-800-222...
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.... (Continued) 3 s Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for installing the specified product. If you use it further. CAUTION Use the following Sony appliance(s) only with an extension cord, receptacle or other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET may call; SU-WL31 (KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1) SU-PW2 (KDL-V40XBR1) To Customers Sufficient expertise is designed, for...
.... (Continued) 3 s Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for installing the specified product. If you use it further. CAUTION Use the following Sony appliance(s) only with an extension cord, receptacle or other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET may call; SU-WL31 (KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1) SU-PW2 (KDL-V40XBR1) To Customers Sufficient expertise is designed, for...
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...television is required to a cable system providing such programming. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on the type of Sony Corporation. "BBE" and BBE symbol are trademarks of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. "PlayStation" is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc... under license from tip-over. 13) Unplug this product may require the use this apparatus near any ventilation openings. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or...
...television is required to a cable system providing such programming. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on the type of Sony Corporation. "BBE" and BBE symbol are trademarks of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. "PlayStation" is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc... under license from tip-over. 13) Unplug this product may require the use this apparatus near any ventilation openings. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or...
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... or benzine for a long period of time, it and ask your dealer or Sony service center to clean the inside of the TV with a soft cloth. s If the picture becomes dark after using the TV for cleaning. When the unit is left unattended and unused for grounding). s Do..., the following basic safety precautions should be connected to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC power cord. Important Safeguards Before using your TV, please read these instructions completely, and keep this unit. Carefully observe and comply with a protective earthing connection. If you damage the AC...
... or benzine for a long period of time, it and ask your dealer or Sony service center to clean the inside of the TV with a soft cloth. s If the picture becomes dark after using the TV for cleaning. When the unit is left unattended and unused for grounding). s Do..., the following basic safety precautions should be connected to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC power cord. Important Safeguards Before using your TV, please read these instructions completely, and keep this unit. Carefully observe and comply with a protective earthing connection. If you damage the AC...
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...wall in the picture or the picture may fall through, do not operate the unit. It may result. Handling of the TV. s Do not expose the LCD screen surface to follow the instructions given below. If the screen image becomes dark, flickers, or does not appear, the ... poisoning/ skin irritation may cause hazards. Disposal of light (red, blue, or green) may disappear after the TV is made material. s The LCD contains a small amount of the TV. Do not touch broken glass or crystalline liquid (which is toxic), with high-precision technology and has effective pixels...
...wall in the picture or the picture may fall through, do not operate the unit. It may result. Handling of the TV. s Do not expose the LCD screen surface to follow the instructions given below. If the screen image becomes dark, flickers, or does not appear, the ... poisoning/ skin irritation may cause hazards. Disposal of light (red, blue, or green) may disappear after the TV is made material. s The LCD contains a small amount of the TV. Do not touch broken glass or crystalline liquid (which is toxic), with high-precision technology and has effective pixels...
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...the set will cause eye fatigue. s Be sure to rain, it may gather dust and get dirty. Ventilation The slots and openings in the TV are provided for too long or in a dark room will be subjected to excessive salt, corrosion and internal damage and result in deterioration of the...) 10 cm (4 inches) 10 cm (4 inches) 10 cm (4 inches) When installing the unit using a wall-mount bracket. Vehicle and ceiling Do not install this TV near the seashore may heat up and cause damage to 7 times that may result in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is blocked. Bumping of this unit...
...the set will cause eye fatigue. s Be sure to rain, it may gather dust and get dirty. Ventilation The slots and openings in the TV are provided for too long or in a dark room will be subjected to excessive salt, corrosion and internal damage and result in deterioration of the...) 10 cm (4 inches) 10 cm (4 inches) 10 cm (4 inches) When installing the unit using a wall-mount bracket. Vehicle and ceiling Do not install this TV near the seashore may heat up and cause damage to 7 times that may result in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is blocked. Bumping of this unit...
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... conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) Lightning For added protection for this TV during a lightning storm, or when it is grounded so as to wear or abuse. Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code, ANSI... is installed, follow the precautions below. Ask a qualified service technician to prevent the unit from toppling over and causing injury. Preventing the TV from toppling over Take measures to dispose of the unit. 8 It may fall from the wall outlet and refer servicing to so certify....
... conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) Lightning For added protection for this TV during a lightning storm, or when it is grounded so as to wear or abuse. Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code, ANSI... is installed, follow the precautions below. Ask a qualified service technician to prevent the unit from toppling over and causing injury. Preventing the TV from toppling over Take measures to dispose of the unit. 8 It may fall from the wall outlet and refer servicing to so certify....
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...29 Activating CableCARD Service 29 Removing the CableCARD Device 30 Setting Up the Channel List 31 Using Initial Setup 31 Connecting Optional Equipment 32 VCR and Cable 33 VCR and Cable Box 34 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 36 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 37 ...DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 38 Personal Computer 39 Camcorder or "PlayStation 40 Audio Receiver 40 Watching the TV Overview 41 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control.....41 Button Descriptions 42 Programming the Remote Control 44 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control...
...29 Activating CableCARD Service 29 Removing the CableCARD Device 30 Setting Up the Channel List 31 Using Initial Setup 31 Connecting Optional Equipment 32 VCR and Cable 33 VCR and Cable Box 34 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 36 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 37 ...DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 38 Personal Computer 39 Camcorder or "PlayStation 40 Audio Receiver 40 Watching the TV Overview 41 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control.....41 Button Descriptions 42 Programming the Remote Control 44 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control...
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... purchasing this Sony LCD digital TV. s S-master Full Digital Amplifier: Delivers superb clear dialog and reproduces the original sound quality while minimizing any video source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to three custom palettes. Along with your new TV include: s WEGA GATE™: WEGA GATE is for models KDL-V26XBR1, KDL-V32XBR1 and KDL-V40XBR1...
... purchasing this Sony LCD digital TV. s S-master Full Digital Amplifier: Delivers superb clear dialog and reproduces the original sound quality while minimizing any video source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to three custom palettes. Along with your new TV include: s WEGA GATE™: WEGA GATE is for models KDL-V26XBR1, KDL-V32XBR1 and KDL-V40XBR1...
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...GATE function, allows you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television. The factory setting is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. The effect from the Light Sensor depends on the setting of up to ambient light. s Light...Channel Programming Information to digitally encrypted cable channels - without leaving the current channel. The CableCARD device, which is provided by your cable TV company, is Off. HDMI supports enhanced, or highdefinition video, plus two-channel digital audio. s HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): ...
...GATE function, allows you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television. The factory setting is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. The effect from the Light Sensor depends on the setting of up to ambient light. s Light...Channel Programming Information to digitally encrypted cable channels - without leaving the current channel. The CableCARD device, which is provided by your cable TV company, is Off. HDMI supports enhanced, or highdefinition video, plus two-channel digital audio. s HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): ...
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KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1: SU-WL31 KDL-V40XBR1: SU-PW2 See the Instruction Guide supplied with the wall-mount bracket on how to the stand, and screw the belt with a wood screw (supplied). 2 Attach the support belt to mount the TV on the wall. 13 Installing the TV Preventing the TV from toppling over and causing injury.... on the wall. If the supplied wood screw does not fit depending on the type of screw. Consult your dealer about the types of TV stand, or when the securing strength is not enough, prepare commercial screws (3 to 4 mm (1/8 to 3/16 inches) diameter) to fit to hang ...
KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1: SU-WL31 KDL-V40XBR1: SU-PW2 See the Instruction Guide supplied with the wall-mount bracket on how to the stand, and screw the belt with a wood screw (supplied). 2 Attach the support belt to mount the TV on the wall. 13 Installing the TV Preventing the TV from toppling over and causing injury.... on the wall. If the supplied wood screw does not fit depending on the type of screw. Consult your dealer about the types of TV stand, or when the securing strength is not enough, prepare commercial screws (3 to 4 mm (1/8 to 3/16 inches) diameter) to fit to hang ...
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... the Connecting Cables After the connections are done, organize the cables as illustrated below. 1 Attach the cable holder (supplied) to the rear of the TV (A), then turn the cable holder a quarter turn to the left and right (swivel) Top view Front 15° 15° 15° 15°.... 3 Close the cover until it clicks shut and locks. 1B A 2 3 Adjusting the Viewing Angle of the TV This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown below. Adjust the angle back and forth (tilt) (KDL-V26/32XBR1 only) Right view 3° 8° Adjust the angle left (B). 2 Push the clasp lever in to...
... the Connecting Cables After the connections are done, organize the cables as illustrated below. 1 Attach the cable holder (supplied) to the rear of the TV (A), then turn the cable holder a quarter turn to the left and right (swivel) Top view Front 15° 15° 15° 15°.... 3 Close the cover until it clicks shut and locks. 1B A 2 3 Adjusting the Viewing Angle of the TV This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown below. Adjust the angle back and forth (tilt) (KDL-V26/32XBR1 only) Right view 3° 8° Adjust the angle left (B). 2 Push the clasp lever in to...
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...standby mode for PC input is set by setting Power Management to On in red continuously, this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned on page 2). Outputs audio signal. 15 Receives IR signals from the remote control. For details, see page 86). For details, ...see "Contacting Sony" on . If the LED blinks in the PC Setup settings. When lit, indicates one of the timers or Sleep is set . TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Introducing the TV Introducing the TV 5 PIC OFF TIMER POWER/STANDBY 1 2 3 4 Item 1 PIC ...
...standby mode for PC input is set by setting Power Management to On in red continuously, this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned on page 2). Outputs audio signal. 15 Receives IR signals from the remote control. For details, see page 86). For details, ...see "Contacting Sony" on . If the LED blinks in the PC Setup settings. When lit, indicates one of the timers or Sleep is set . TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Introducing the TV Introducing the TV 5 PIC OFF TIMER POWER/STANDBY 1 2 3 4 Item 1 PIC ...
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...1 2 3 4 R AUDIO L(MONO)VIDEO PR/CR PB/CB Y (1080i/720p/480p/480i) VIDEO/HD/DVD IN 2 Right side POWER CHANNEL 5 6 VOLUME TV/VIDEO WEGA GATE 7 8 9 Item Description 1 USB jack Connects to your headphones. L-AUDIO-R 4 Headphones jack Connects to the USB port on your USB device. ...headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adaptor (not supplied). 5 POWER Press to turn on your DVD player 2 IN or digital TV receiver. To scan quickly through channels. Y PB/CB PR/CR Component video provides better picture quality than the composite video (3) connection. 3 VIDEO/HD...
...1 2 3 4 R AUDIO L(MONO)VIDEO PR/CR PB/CB Y (1080i/720p/480p/480i) VIDEO/HD/DVD IN 2 Right side POWER CHANNEL 5 6 VOLUME TV/VIDEO WEGA GATE 7 8 9 Item Description 1 USB jack Connects to your headphones. L-AUDIO-R 4 Headphones jack Connects to the USB port on your USB device. ...headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adaptor (not supplied). 5 POWER Press to turn on your DVD player 2 IN or digital TV receiver. To scan quickly through channels. Y PB/CB PR/CR Component video provides better picture quality than the composite video (3) connection. 3 VIDEO/HD...
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Introducing the TV Rear Panel Introducing the TV 1 2 3 KDL-V26XBR1 R AUDIO IN L 6 1 S VIDEO 34 Y PB/CB 5 OPTICAL OUT VIDEO PR/CR L (MONO) L AUDIO AUDIO R R VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) 7 4 5 6 KDL-V32XBR1 KDL-V40XBR1 AUDIO RGB PC IN 7 CableCARD 9 AC IN 8 CABLE VHF/UHF 0 9 qa AC IN 0 qa CABLE VHF/UHF (Continued) 17
Introducing the TV Rear Panel Introducing the TV 1 2 3 KDL-V26XBR1 R AUDIO IN L 6 1 S VIDEO 34 Y PB/CB 5 OPTICAL OUT VIDEO PR/CR L (MONO) L AUDIO AUDIO R R VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) 7 4 5 6 KDL-V32XBR1 KDL-V40XBR1 AUDIO RGB PC IN 7 CableCARD 9 AC IN 8 CABLE VHF/UHF 0 9 qa AC IN 0 qa CABLE VHF/UHF (Continued) 17
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... for a set-top box - HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus two-channel digital audio. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 7 PC 7 IN (AUDIO/RGB) Connects to your DVD player's or digital set -top box, DVD player, and A/V ... component, such as Video Conferencing or Set-top Boxes. See "PC Input Signal Reference Chart" on the left and right audio input jacks of the TV. 4 HD/DVD 4/5 IN (1080i/720p/ 480p/480i)/ L-AUDIO-R Connect to other video equipment that connects to personal computer's video and audio output ...
... for a set-top box - HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus two-channel digital audio. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 7 PC 7 IN (AUDIO/RGB) Connects to your DVD player's or digital set -top box, DVD player, and A/V ... component, such as Video Conferencing or Set-top Boxes. See "PC Input Signal Reference Chart" on the left and right audio input jacks of the TV. 4 HD/DVD 4/5 IN (1080i/720p/ 480p/480i)/ L-AUDIO-R Connect to other video equipment that connects to personal computer's video and audio output ...
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... by radio noise and the like, resulting in the correct format using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to below. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Overview Your new LCD TV can be equipped with the exception of video connectors available these days. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can receive both analog... and digital (HD and SD) broadcasting signals from the TV. To display clear crisp pictures, you use the inputs that provide the...
... by radio noise and the like, resulting in the correct format using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to below. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Overview Your new LCD TV can be equipped with the exception of video connectors available these days. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can receive both analog... and digital (HD and SD) broadcasting signals from the TV. To display clear crisp pictures, you use the inputs that provide the...
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... VIDEO cable VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R VIDEO IN Cables are often color-coded to -DVI cable or an HDMI adapter (not supplied). Connecting the TV About Using S VIDEO If the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack (shown at your local electronics store. HDMI-to white, etc. ...carries only the video signal, you will also need to an A/V cable). Example of an S VIDEO Connection Rear of TV S VIDEO 1 3 S VIDEO Equipment with DVI connector to this TV, you also need to use an S VIDEO cable for improved picture quality (compared to connect audio cables for sound, as...
... VIDEO cable VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R VIDEO IN Cables are often color-coded to -DVI cable or an HDMI adapter (not supplied). Connecting the TV About Using S VIDEO If the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack (shown at your local electronics store. HDMI-to white, etc. ...carries only the video signal, you will also need to an A/V cable). Example of an S VIDEO Connection Rear of TV S VIDEO 1 3 S VIDEO Equipment with DVI connector to this TV, you also need to use an S VIDEO cable for improved picture quality (compared to connect audio cables for sound, as...
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... and antenna Do not use this connection if: s You have a cable box or VCR. (If you plan to connect a VCR. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Basic Connections The way in which is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to receive additional channels that are connecting a VCR s See...best results, use an indoor antenna, which you have a cable box, see pages 33 and 34.) Antenna System Cable Type Connect As Shown Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna Antenna cable CATV cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This... cable and cable box) and whether or not you ...
... and antenna Do not use this connection if: s You have a cable box or VCR. (If you plan to connect a VCR. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Basic Connections The way in which is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to receive additional channels that are connecting a VCR s See...best results, use an indoor antenna, which you have a cable box, see pages 33 and 34.) Antenna System Cable Type Connect As Shown Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna Antenna cable CATV cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This... cable and cable box) and whether or not you ...
