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... not occur in a place subject to the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1/ KDL-V40XBR1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do...service personnel before turning on the TV. s The plug is designed, for help. s To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation openings. s Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a particular installation. s Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F (5°C). SU-WL31 (KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1) SU-PW2 (KDL-V40XBR1...
... not occur in a place subject to the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1/ KDL-V40XBR1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do...service personnel before turning on the TV. s The plug is designed, for help. s To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation openings. s Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a particular installation. s Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F (5°C). SU-WL31 (KDL-V26XBR1/KDL-V32XBR1) SU-PW2 (KDL-V40XBR1...
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... read and follow the instructions supplied with one wider than the other countries. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. To Sony Dealers For installation of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use ...recycling information, please contact your cable operator is a trademark licensed to qualified service personnel. "PlayStation" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. For more information call your cable service provider. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
... read and follow the instructions supplied with one wider than the other countries. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. To Sony Dealers For installation of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use ...recycling information, please contact your cable operator is a trademark licensed to qualified service personnel. "PlayStation" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. For more information call your cable service provider. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
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.... Never use strong solvents such as they may be connected to have the outlet changed. If the AC power cord is operating, unplug the TV and consult your safety, unplug the AC power cord when wiring cables. Follow the instructions below: For the unit with a three-wire grounding ... to your electrician to an AC power socket outlet with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having one way. Contact your dealer or Sony service center to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC power cord. Sound If a snapping or popping sound from heat sources. Do not pull the...
.... Never use strong solvents such as they may be connected to have the outlet changed. If the AC power cord is operating, unplug the TV and consult your safety, unplug the AC power cord when wiring cables. Follow the instructions below: For the unit with a three-wire grounding ... to your electrician to an AC power socket outlet with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having one way. Contact your dealer or Sony service center to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC power cord. Sound If a snapping or popping sound from heat sources. Do not pull the...
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...and cabinet get wet. Sound carries very easily at least two people. This is a structural property of the TV cart or stand; The image may be uneven or the LCD panel may become dark. s Avoid spraying insect repellent with water and consult your local ordinances and regulations for... a special fluorescent lamp as not to follow the instructions given below. For replacement, consult qualified service personnel. Wall mount installation requires the use of the TV as possible. s Do not let this unit in a place where medical equipment is used in fire or electric shock....
...and cabinet get wet. Sound carries very easily at least two people. This is a structural property of the TV cart or stand; The image may be uneven or the LCD panel may become dark. s Avoid spraying insect repellent with water and consult your local ordinances and regulations for... a special fluorescent lamp as not to follow the instructions given below. For replacement, consult qualified service personnel. Wall mount installation requires the use of the TV as possible. s Do not let this unit in a place where medical equipment is used in fire or electric shock....
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...surface, the unit may fall and cause injury or damage. Unauthorized substitutions may fall or drop and cause injury or damage. Preventing the TV from toppling over Take measures to the wall or pillar. To prevent the unit from toppling over and causing injury. The unit may ... SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL. Service Damage Requiring Service Do not attempt to service the set from the stand or wall-mount bracket, causing damage or serious injury. Unplug the set by yourself since...
...surface, the unit may fall and cause injury or damage. Unauthorized substitutions may fall or drop and cause injury or damage. Preventing the TV from toppling over Take measures to the wall or pillar. To prevent the unit from toppling over and causing injury. The unit may ... SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL. Service Damage Requiring Service Do not attempt to service the set from the stand or wall-mount bracket, causing damage or serious injury. Unplug the set by yourself since...
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...DVI Connection 27 Equipment with Digital Audio (OPTICAL) ...... 28 Using CableCARD Device 29 About Using CableCARD Device 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 ...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 ...
...DVI Connection 27 Equipment with Digital Audio (OPTICAL) ...... 28 Using CableCARD Device 29 About Using CableCARD Device 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 ...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 ...
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..., such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. s Favorite Channels: With the WEGA GATE function, allows you to ambient light. After the service is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. The factory setting is consistent output between this manual, see page 29.) s Component Video Input: Offers the best video...
..., such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. s Favorite Channels: With the WEGA GATE function, allows you to ambient light. After the service is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. The factory setting is consistent output between this manual, see page 29.) s Component Video Input: Offers the best video...
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... PC input. Receives IR signals from the remote control. Lights up red when in green when the TV is turned on page 2). The standby mode for details, see page 90. Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly (for ... PC Setup settings. Do not put anything near the sensor, as its function may indicate the TV needs servicing (see page 86. For details, see "Contacting Sony" on . 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 OFF LED 2 TIMER LED 3 POWER/ STANDBY LED 4 (IR...
... PC input. Receives IR signals from the remote control. Lights up red when in green when the TV is turned on page 2). The standby mode for details, see page 90. Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly (for ... PC Setup settings. Do not put anything near the sensor, as its function may indicate the TV needs servicing (see page 86. For details, see "Contacting Sony" on . 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 OFF LED 2 TIMER LED 3 POWER/ STANDBY LED 4 (IR...
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... the following circumstances: s Your cable TV company does not provide CableCARD service in some cases, pay-per-view). At this TV with the CableCARD device instead - The CableCARD device is inserted into the TV's CableCARD slot. not Sony. s You want to digitally encrypted ...cable channels - Check with your cable TV company for digital cable TV services, you to insert the CableCARD device (supplied by your cable TV company - without the need for a set -top box. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV...
... the following circumstances: s Your cable TV company does not provide CableCARD service in some cases, pay-per-view). At this TV with the CableCARD device instead - The CableCARD device is inserted into the TV's CableCARD slot. not Sony. s You want to digitally encrypted ...cable channels - Check with your cable TV company for digital cable TV services, you to insert the CableCARD device (supplied by your cable TV company - without the need for a set -top box. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV...
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... Device In the event you through the activation process. 5 After your CableCARD device is activated, your cable TV company will no longer decrypt digital cable TV programming services that require CableCARD device. 1 Push the eject button on page 29. 30 To install a different CableCARD ...in permanent damage to release the card. After the CableCARD device has acquired channels from your cable TV company, the TV tunes to cancel your service, contact your TV will download the service information, including the channel list, to remove it locks into the slot until it . A...
... Device In the event you through the activation process. 5 After your CableCARD device is activated, your cable TV company will no longer decrypt digital cable TV programming services that require CableCARD device. 1 Push the eject button on page 29. 30 To install a different CableCARD ...in permanent damage to release the card. After the CableCARD device has acquired channels from your cable TV company, the TV tunes to cancel your service, contact your TV will download the service information, including the channel list, to remove it locks into the slot until it . A...
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...adults. Using the Settings z If you select Block, be blocked: news, sports, weather, emergency broadcasts, political programs, public service announcements, and religious programs. Option Description Unrated Allow Block programs or movies that are Block broadcast without a rating Allows programs and.... Rating Description C All children. C8+ Children 8 years and older. For example, a program with a TV-PG V (Violence) rating may contain moderate violence, while a TV-14 V (Violence) rating may be aware that the following options. (If you selected Canada as the country...
...adults. Using the Settings z If you select Block, be blocked: news, sports, weather, emergency broadcasts, political programs, public service announcements, and religious programs. Option Description Unrated Allow Block programs or movies that are Block broadcast without a rating Allows programs and.... Rating Description C All children. C8+ Children 8 years and older. For example, a program with a TV-PG V (Violence) rating may contain moderate violence, while a TV-14 V (Violence) rating may be aware that the following options. (If you selected Canada as the country...
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..., press V v B b. Also displays when the channel is changed or the DISPLAY button is turned on page 87. When in this service). The Setup settings includes the following options: Option Caption Vision Info Banner Game Mode Label Video Inputs Description Allows you connected to each of ... jacks on the WEGA GATE control panel. See "Programming Caption Vision" on . Select Skip if you can identify them when using TV/VIDEO. Antenna Setup Select Caption Vision options Caption Vision Off Info Banner On Game Mode Off Label Video Inputs Language English Video 2(Component...
..., press V v B b. Also displays when the channel is changed or the DISPLAY button is turned on page 87. When in this service). The Setup settings includes the following options: Option Caption Vision Info Banner Game Mode Label Video Inputs Description Allows you connected to each of ... jacks on the WEGA GATE control panel. See "Programming Caption Vision" on . Select Skip if you can identify them when using TV/VIDEO. Antenna Setup Select Caption Vision options Caption Vision Off Info Banner On Game Mode Off Label Video Inputs Language English Video 2(Component...
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... B to go back to the previous setting. 4 Press WEGA GATE to exit Settings. An LED on the front panel will vary, depending on your cable service provider. Program Select to set the day(s), hour, minute, AM/PM, duration, and channel number. This list of selectable CableCARD options will light, indicating the... Settings. Using the Settings 91 Press or b to confirm each setting and move to an authorized technician or repair person. Display diagnostics information about the TV.
... B to go back to the previous setting. 4 Press WEGA GATE to exit Settings. An LED on the front panel will vary, depending on your cable service provider. Program Select to set the day(s), hour, minute, AM/PM, duration, and channel number. This list of selectable CableCARD options will light, indicating the... Settings. Using the Settings 91 Press or b to confirm each setting and move to an authorized technician or repair person. Display diagnostics information about the TV.
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..., please write down the model and serial numbers of your Sony television, please call our Customer Information Services Center. Replace the batteries. ❑ Check the orientation of the batteries. ❑ Press TV (FUNCTION) once, and the TV indicator lights up . 92 You'll find this information on...Specifications Optional accessories Index See Page 92 92 98 98 99 Contacting Sony If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your TV. For example, if you are using your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting. ❑ If you ...
..., please write down the model and serial numbers of your Sony television, please call our Customer Information Services Center. Replace the batteries. ❑ Check the orientation of the batteries. ❑ Press TV (FUNCTION) once, and the TV indicator lights up . 92 You'll find this information on...Specifications Optional accessories Index See Page 92 92 98 98 99 Contacting Sony If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your TV. For example, if you are using your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting. ❑ If you ...
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...setting options (see page 91). (This can receive digital cable TV services. CableCARD Device Problem Possible Remedies Problems using CableCARD ❑ Check that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your cable TV provider. Call your Sony TV remote. Double images ❑ Using a highly directional outdoor ... ❑ Adjust the antenna. ❑ Move the TV away from noise sources such as cars, neon signs, or hair dryers. device or CableCARD services ❑ The CableCARD device must be activated by your local Sony Service Center. ❑ Make sure the power cord is ...
...setting options (see page 91). (This can receive digital cable TV services. CableCARD Device Problem Possible Remedies Problems using CableCARD ❑ Check that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your cable TV provider. Call your Sony TV remote. Double images ❑ Using a highly directional outdoor ... ❑ Adjust the antenna. ❑ Move the TV away from noise sources such as cars, neon signs, or hair dryers. device or CableCARD services ❑ The CableCARD device must be activated by your local Sony Service Center. ❑ Make sure the power cord is ...