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Operating Instructions LCD Digital Color TV KDL-37L5000 KDL-32L5000 KDL-26L5000 KDL-22L5000 © 2009 Sony Corporation Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States 1.800.222.SONY Canada 1.877.899.SONY Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store
Operating Instructions LCD Digital Color TV KDL-37L5000 KDL-32L5000 KDL-26L5000 KDL-22L5000 © 2009 Sony Corporation Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States 1.800.222.SONY Canada 1.877.899.SONY Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store
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..." mode. ENERGY STAR is designed to meet ENERGY STAR requirements. ❑ Changes to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth. • Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly moistened with screen size measured diagonally. Compatible Wall ...-Mount Bracket Model No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are trademarks or registered marks of Sony Corporation. Your BRAVIA TV is for the 22 class, 26, 32 class, and 37 inch BRAVIA KDL-L5000 series models with a solution of mild soap and warm water. • If using...
..." mode. ENERGY STAR is designed to meet ENERGY STAR requirements. ❑ Changes to avoid any chance of electric shock. • Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth. • Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly moistened with screen size measured diagonally. Compatible Wall ...-Mount Bracket Model No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are trademarks or registered marks of Sony Corporation. Your BRAVIA TV is for the 22 class, 26, 32 class, and 37 inch BRAVIA KDL-L5000 series models with a solution of mild soap and warm water. • If using...
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... HD Experience 5 TV Feature Highlights 5 Getting Started Setting Up Your TV 6 Locating Inputs and Outputs 7 Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV 8 Connecting the TV 9 Connecting Other Equipment...TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area 13 Securing the TV 14 Running Initial Setup 16 Operating the TV Using the Remote Control 17 Remote Control Button Description 18 TV... with PC 23 Inputs 24 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 25 Using the Picture Settings 26 Using the Sound ...IN 1/2/3 37 Preparing the TV for Wall-Mounting 38 Troubleshooting 39 Important Notices 43 Specifications 44...
... HD Experience 5 TV Feature Highlights 5 Getting Started Setting Up Your TV 6 Locating Inputs and Outputs 7 Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV 8 Connecting the TV 9 Connecting Other Equipment...TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area 13 Securing the TV 14 Running Initial Setup 16 Operating the TV Using the Remote Control 17 Remote Control Button Description 18 TV... with PC 23 Inputs 24 Using the Menus Navigating through TV Menus 25 Using the Picture Settings 26 Using the Sound ...IN 1/2/3 37 Preparing the TV for Wall-Mounting 38 Troubleshooting 39 Important Notices 43 Specifications 44...
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... receives. Use the documentations listed below to get the most detailed information to operate your TV. Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV setup information with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you for information on your... TV. Experiencing Stunning HD with sample connection diagrams and TV features. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Welcome to ...
... receives. Use the documentations listed below to get the most detailed information to operate your TV. Read this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Quick Setup Guide Provides TV setup information with Your BRAVIA The quality of the image you for information on your... TV. Experiencing Stunning HD with sample connection diagrams and TV features. Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Welcome to ...
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...; Favorites: Your favorite channels and inputs are at your finger tips for easy access (page 22). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming, and a proper connection setup. Introducing Your New BRAVIA®...; The Four Steps to a Stunning HD Experience Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 21). ➢ PIP (Picture in Picture): You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement, ...
...; Favorites: Your favorite channels and inputs are at your finger tips for easy access (page 22). ➢ Auto Wide Mode: Set your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming, and a proper connection setup. Introducing Your New BRAVIA®...; The Four Steps to a Stunning HD Experience Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 21). ➢ PIP (Picture in Picture): You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement, ...
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...Philips screwdriver and the supplied screws to consider the following while setting up your TV: • Disconnect all cables when carrying the TV. • Carry the TV with the adequate number of people; For details on securing the TV and items listed above, see page 13). • For best picture ...with a detached Table-Top Stand so you will need to show poor picture and/or poor color. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model is available on the TV. • For additional safety information, read the supplied Safety and Regulatory Booklet. • When cable connection is ...
...Philips screwdriver and the supplied screws to consider the following while setting up your TV: • Disconnect all cables when carrying the TV. • Carry the TV with the adequate number of people; For details on securing the TV and items listed above, see page 13). • For best picture ...with a detached Table-Top Stand so you will need to show poor picture and/or poor color. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model is available on the TV. • For additional safety information, read the supplied Safety and Regulatory Booklet. • When cable connection is ...
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... is for service only. 2 HDMI IN 1/2/3 L-AUDIO-R HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface between this TV. 5 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of a digital audio equipment that is used, connect the adapter to the computer before connecting ...such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. If both composite video and S VIDEO are trademarks of video equipment. Use a DVI-to the TV's L (MONO) audio input port. Use VIDEO IN 2 with AUDIO L (mono) and R. 4 PC IN (RGB/AUDIO) Connects to use an adapter (not...
... is for service only. 2 HDMI IN 1/2/3 L-AUDIO-R HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface between this TV. 5 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of a digital audio equipment that is used, connect the adapter to the computer before connecting ...such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. If both composite video and S VIDEO are trademarks of video equipment. Use a DVI-to the TV's L (MONO) audio input port. Use VIDEO IN 2 with AUDIO L (mono) and R. 4 PC IN (RGB/AUDIO) Connects to use an adapter (not...
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...• An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to your analog audio equipment. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 9 AC power cord Plug the cord into the nearest wall outlet. 0 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that connects to...dots × 768 lines. For composite use, connect the yellow IN 1 jack to the Setup settings. This TV displays all picture format types in a resolution of the TV KDL-22L5000 only This TV can auto detect and switch between the VIDEO 1 and COMPONENT 1 when VIDEO 1 or COMPONENT 1 is available ...
...• An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to your analog audio equipment. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 9 AC power cord Plug the cord into the nearest wall outlet. 0 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that connects to...dots × 768 lines. For composite use, connect the yellow IN 1 jack to the Setup settings. This TV displays all picture format types in a resolution of the TV KDL-22L5000 only This TV can auto detect and switch between the VIDEO 1 and COMPONENT 1 when VIDEO 1 or COMPONENT 1 is available ...
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...antenna (ATSC). Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to receive optimum picture quality. This TV is strongly recommended that you connect the CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to switch between the cable and over-the-air ...antenna programming, as indicated below. Getting Started Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can easily be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in your input signal (see page 30)....
...antenna (ATSC). Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to receive optimum picture quality. This TV is strongly recommended that you connect the CABLE/ANTENNA input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to switch between the cable and over-the-air ...antenna programming, as indicated below. Getting Started Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can easily be affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in your input signal (see page 30)....
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...satellite box PR L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 AUDIO OUT (FIX) L AUDIO R 3 IN HDMI cable Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV VIDEO AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN Y PB RGB DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) PR L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 AUDIO OUT (FIX... DVI output to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) and connect the audio output to the AUDIO IN (L/R) of your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input located on the back of HDMI IN 1. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect...
...satellite box PR L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 AUDIO OUT (FIX) L AUDIO R 3 IN HDMI cable Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV VIDEO AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN Y PB RGB DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) PR L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 AUDIO OUT (FIX... DVI output to the HDMI IN 1 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) and connect the audio output to the AUDIO IN (L/R) of your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input located on the back of HDMI IN 1. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect...
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... a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) Rear of TV VIDEO AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN Y PB RGB DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) PR L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 AUDIO OUT (...FIX) L AUDIO R 3 IN • Connect the PC IN jack to the TV and no signal has been output from the PC for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable connection as a monitor for more than 30...
... a PC with a DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) Rear of TV VIDEO AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN Y PB RGB DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) PR L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 AUDIO OUT (...FIX) L AUDIO R 3 IN • Connect the PC IN jack to the TV and no signal has been output from the PC for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable connection as a monitor for more than 30...
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... Analog audio Digital audio equipment system recorder equipment (A/V Receiver/ HomeTheater) Camcorder • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 12
... Analog audio Digital audio equipment system recorder equipment (A/V Receiver/ HomeTheater) Camcorder • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 12
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Bundling the Connecting Cables Untie the AC power cord from the plastic cable band and connect the AC power cord to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 13 Do not bundle the AC power cord with stand 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 ...inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) Leave at least this much space around the TV as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Air circulation is blocked. Allow enough space around the set as illustrated below. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can...
Bundling the Connecting Cables Untie the AC power cord from the plastic cable band and connect the AC power cord to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 13 Do not bundle the AC power cord with stand 4 inches (10 cm) 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) 4 ...inches (10 cm) 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) Leave at least this much space around the TV as shown below 41 °F (5 °C). Air circulation is blocked. Allow enough space around the set as illustrated below. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can...
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... adequately support the weight of the angle brace to the wall stud. • attach the other side to a TV stand (not supplied). 1 Secure the stand for the TV. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to secure the stand. Use two angle braces (not supplied) to prevent the... TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to curious children. Unsecured TVs may topple and result...
... adequately support the weight of the angle brace to the wall stud. • attach the other side to a TV stand (not supplied). 1 Secure the stand for the TV. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to secure the stand. Use two angle braces (not supplied) to prevent the... TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to curious children. Unsecured TVs may topple and result...
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... KDL-37L5000). Anchor bolts Wall-mount holes Rope or chain Wall-anchor • Contact Sony Customer Support to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. Anchor bolt Screw hole on the rear of the TV. • Rope or chain (attach to one anchor bolt). • Wall-anchor ... the wall stud) strong enough to support the weight of the TV). For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 • Measure 2 provides minimal protection against the TV toppling over. An alternative way to obtain the optional Support Belt...
... KDL-37L5000). Anchor bolts Wall-mount holes Rope or chain Wall-anchor • Contact Sony Customer Support to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit. Anchor bolt Screw hole on the rear of the TV. • Rope or chain (attach to one anchor bolt). • Wall-anchor ... the wall stud) strong enough to support the weight of the TV). For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 • Measure 2 provides minimal protection against the TV toppling over. An alternative way to obtain the optional Support Belt...
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...source connection check • Scan for store display. Refer to select Home for ENERGY STAR compliant mode. Follow the help text provided on the TV. "Retail" optimizes the picture for digital and analog channels Complete your cable connections before beginning the Initial Setup. To run the Auto Program.... Channel settings. The Auto Program can connect Select both using an A-B RF switch (not supplied); button: TOOLS Allows you to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. Press WIDE to select the Wide Mode or press MENU and set the Auto Wide to navigate through the Initial Setup...
...source connection check • Scan for store display. Refer to select Home for ENERGY STAR compliant mode. Follow the help text provided on the TV. "Retail" optimizes the picture for digital and analog channels Complete your cable connections before beginning the Initial Setup. To run the Auto Program.... Channel settings. The Auto Program can connect Select both using an A-B RF switch (not supplied); button: TOOLS Allows you to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. Press WIDE to select the Wide Mode or press MENU and set the Auto Wide to navigate through the Initial Setup...
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... 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 with the remote control, reinsert or replace your remote control; try turning off the fluorescent lamps. • If you are ...
... 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 with the remote control, reinsert or replace your remote control; try turning off the fluorescent lamps. • If you are ...
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... Description 1 2 3 DISPLAY CC POWER 4 5 WIDE INPUT 6 7 TOOLS Button Description 1 DISPLAY 2 CC 3 BRAVIA Sync Press once to display the banner with TV functions and settings. The banner will be switched to the audio output of the attached speakers of connected equipment (not available on all Control for ... to pause playback. Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must be set for HDMI device is not selected). Use them as a reference when operating the TV. 18 Select the HDMI device and then press SYNC MENU to exit. See page 23. 6 RETURN Press to go back to the previous screen...
... Description 1 2 3 DISPLAY CC POWER 4 5 WIDE INPUT 6 7 TOOLS Button Description 1 DISPLAY 2 CC 3 BRAVIA Sync Press once to display the banner with TV functions and settings. The banner will be switched to the audio output of the attached speakers of connected equipment (not available on all Control for ... to pause playback. Your BRAVIA Sync audio system must be set for HDMI device is not selected). Use them as a reference when operating the TV. 18 Select the HDMI device and then press SYNC MENU to exit. See page 23. 6 RETURN Press to go back to the previous screen...
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...select digital channels. Press repeatedly to toggle through channels, press and hold down either CH +/-. The TOOLS menu items vary based on and off the TV. Press to display the list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. the channel changes after two seconds. For example, to move focus/highlight. Press.... qj JUMP qh Description Press 0-9 to adjust the volume. Press to turn on current input and content. Press to scan through channels. The TV alternates between two channels. Press to mute the sound. Press to display a list of External Inputs and...
...select digital channels. Press repeatedly to toggle through channels, press and hold down either CH +/-. The TOOLS menu items vary based on and off the TV. Press to display the list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. the channel changes after two seconds. For example, to move focus/highlight. Press.... qj JUMP qh Description Press 0-9 to adjust the volume. Press to turn on current input and content. Press to scan through channels. The TV alternates between two channels. Press to mute the sound. Press to display a list of External Inputs and...
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... in PC power saving mode. 4 POWER LED Lights up in orange when the sleep timer is completely switched off the TV. 6 - Use it as up/down either CH -/+. TV Controls and Indicators POWER 5 CHANNEL 6 VOLUME 0 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER 7 INPUT 8 MENU 9 1 2 3 4 Item Description 1 (IR) Infrared ...list of external inputs menu is displayed. • For more information about setting up in green when the TV is turned on. 5 POWER Press to display menu with TV functions and settings (see "Using the Menus" on and off before unplugging the power cord. 20 Press repeatedly...
... in PC power saving mode. 4 POWER LED Lights up in orange when the sleep timer is completely switched off the TV. 6 - Use it as up/down either CH -/+. TV Controls and Indicators POWER 5 CHANNEL 6 VOLUME 0 PIC OFF / TIMER STANDBY POWER 7 INPUT 8 MENU 9 1 2 3 4 Item Description 1 (IR) Infrared ...list of external inputs menu is displayed. • For more information about setting up in green when the TV is turned on. 5 POWER Press to display menu with TV functions and settings (see "Using the Menus" on and off before unplugging the power cord. 20 Press repeatedly...