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3-213-437-14(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-26M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32M3000 KDL-32ML130 KDL-37M3000 © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-213-437-14(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-26M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32M3000 KDL-32ML130 KDL-37M3000 © 2007 Sony Corporation
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...digital cable television programming via subscription service to radio communications. CAUTION Use the following Sony TV's only with an extension cord, receptacle or other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET may cause harmful interference to a cable service provider. To Customers Sufficient expertise is transported directly from the ceiling or to constitute a risk of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-26M3000/KDL... expose this TV. s If you call upon your dealer. KDL-26M3000 KDL-32M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32ML130 KDL-37M3000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Note This television includes a ...
...digital cable television programming via subscription service to radio communications. CAUTION Use the following Sony TV's only with an extension cord, receptacle or other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET may cause harmful interference to a cable service provider. To Customers Sufficient expertise is transported directly from the ceiling or to constitute a risk of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-26M3000/KDL... expose this TV. s If you call upon your dealer. KDL-26M3000 KDL-32M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32ML130 KDL-37M3000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Note This television includes a ...
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...Inserting Batteries into the Remote control 21 Remote Control 21 Indicators 24 Using the TV Menus Navigating through TV Menus 25 Menu Descriptions 25 Using the Applications Menu 26 Using the Picture Menu 28 Using the Sound Menu 28 Using the Screen ... side 13 Rear 14 3. and other countries. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. "BRAVIA" and , , and PS3 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Installing the TV 11 Preventing the TV from Dolby Laboratories. Contents Important Safety Instructions 4 Welcome to...
...Inserting Batteries into the Remote control 21 Remote Control 21 Indicators 24 Using the TV Menus Navigating through TV Menus 25 Menu Descriptions 25 Using the Applications Menu 26 Using the Picture Menu 28 Using the Sound Menu 28 Using the Screen ... side 13 Rear 14 3. and other countries. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. "BRAVIA" and , , and PS3 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Installing the TV 11 Preventing the TV from Dolby Laboratories. Contents Important Safety Instructions 4 Welcome to...
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... for several days, the TV set to exchange it. s Be sure to lightning and power line surges. Take care not to catch your dealer or Sony Service center to be bared and cut, and ...causing a short-circuit, resulting in a fire or an electric shock. Electric shock Do not touch the AC power cord or the TV with ...with the apparatus. Insert the plug fully into your safety. Lightning storms For added protection for this TV during lightning storms or when unused for environmental and safety reasons. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been...
... for several days, the TV set to exchange it. s Be sure to lightning and power line surges. Take care not to catch your dealer or Sony Service center to be bared and cut, and ...causing a short-circuit, resulting in a fire or an electric shock. Electric shock Do not touch the AC power cord or the TV with ...with the apparatus. Insert the plug fully into your safety. Lightning storms For added protection for this TV during lightning storms or when unused for environmental and safety reasons. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been...
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...from the screen, wipe it can accumulate dust over or upside down or sideways. s Never block the slots and openings by placing the TV on a 120 V AC supply only. Antenna grounding according to grounding electrodes, and requirements for some protection against voltage surges and built-up ...static charges. The ventilation holes can come in a fire. Overloading This TV set is designed to operate on a bed, sofa, rug or other materials. Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may deteriorate and result ...
...from the screen, wipe it can accumulate dust over or upside down or sideways. s Never block the slots and openings by placing the TV on a 120 V AC supply only. Antenna grounding according to grounding electrodes, and requirements for some protection against voltage surges and built-up ...static charges. The ventilation holes can come in a fire. Overloading This TV set is designed to operate on a bed, sofa, rug or other materials. Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may deteriorate and result ...
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...candles) away from the ceiling. CARRYING THE TV Carry the TV in a fire or an electric shock. Do not put stress on the TV. Do not place any objects on the LCD panel and the frame around the TV set as shown below. When installing or removing the TV, using a wall-mount bracket. Optional wall... mount Observe the following when installing the TV using the Wall-Mount Bracket, be ...
...candles) away from the ceiling. CARRYING THE TV Carry the TV in a fire or an electric shock. Do not put stress on the TV. Do not place any objects on the LCD panel and the frame around the TV set as shown below. When installing or removing the TV, using a wall-mount bracket. Optional wall... mount Observe the following when installing the TV using the Wall-Mount Bracket, be ...
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...a place where medical equipment is exposed to dangerous voltage or other vessels Do not install this TV in a fire or an electric shock. LCD SCREEN s Although the LCD screen is made material. s The LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more,... by the impact and cause serious injury. s Ghosting may result. s Do not push or scratch the LCD screen, or place objects on the TV. Sound carries very easily at the TV. s Avoid prolonged contact with rubber or plastic made with water and consult your eyes or mouth. Otherwise ...
...a place where medical equipment is exposed to dangerous voltage or other vessels Do not install this TV in a fire or an electric shock. LCD SCREEN s Although the LCD screen is made material. s The LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more,... by the impact and cause serious injury. s Ghosting may result. s Do not push or scratch the LCD screen, or place objects on the TV. Sound carries very easily at the TV. s Avoid prolonged contact with rubber or plastic made with water and consult your eyes or mouth. Otherwise ...
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... the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as the original parts. Should the TV not be repairable, ask a qualified service technician to dispose of these materials may result in a fire, an electric shock or other hazards. For disposal or ... that he/she has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the TV is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. Disposal of the...
... the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as the original parts. Should the TV not be repairable, ask a qualified service technician to dispose of these materials may result in a fire, an electric shock or other hazards. For disposal or ... that he/she has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the TV is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. Disposal of the...
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...Stunning HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming and proper setup connections. Your BRAVIA TV can use a boxy 4:3 aspect ratio. High-definition and standard-definition signals...Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to -height ratio of your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony ™ high-definition television. The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA TV is displayed on upgrading to 1080i. 9 Welcome to HD programming. To experience the stunning detail of ...
...Stunning HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming and proper setup connections. Your BRAVIA TV can use a boxy 4:3 aspect ratio. High-definition and standard-definition signals...Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to -height ratio of your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony ™ high-definition television. The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA TV is displayed on upgrading to 1080i. 9 Welcome to HD programming. To experience the stunning detail of ...
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...Adjust the length by pulling the support belt toward you while holding the Table-Top Stand. ~ • Be sure to take measures to prevent the TV from toppling over and causing injury. • The supplied wood screw may not be used depending on the type of screw(s). 1 2 ~ •...; Do not bundle the AC power cord with the TV set). Getting Started Getting Started 1. Installing the TV ~ • The Table-Top Stand for this case, or when the securing strength is packaged separately (for models KDL-26M3000/KDL-26ML130/ KDL-37M3000).
...Adjust the length by pulling the support belt toward you while holding the Table-Top Stand. ~ • Be sure to take measures to prevent the TV from toppling over and causing injury. • The supplied wood screw may not be used depending on the type of screw(s). 1 2 ~ •...; Do not bundle the AC power cord with the TV set). Getting Started Getting Started 1. Installing the TV ~ • The Table-Top Stand for this case, or when the securing strength is packaged separately (for models KDL-26M3000/KDL-26ML130/ KDL-37M3000).
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KDL-26M3000 KDL-32M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32ML130 KDL-37M3000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Model: KDL-26M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32M3000 KDL-32ML130 Remove 3 designated screws only. Make sure the Table-Top Stand is required in injury. Keep the screws away from small children. • For bracket...-Mount Bracket model for your model and pull the Table-Top Stand out. 4 Do not remove any reason other than to wall-mount the TV. Model: KDL-37M3000 Remove 4 designated screws only. Follow the simple steps below to remove the TableTop Stand: 1 Disconnect all the cables from the...
KDL-26M3000 KDL-32M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32ML130 KDL-37M3000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Model: KDL-26M3000 KDL-26ML130 KDL-32M3000 KDL-32ML130 Remove 3 designated screws only. Make sure the Table-Top Stand is required in injury. Keep the screws away from small children. • For bracket...-Mount Bracket model for your model and pull the Table-Top Stand out. 4 Do not remove any reason other than to wall-mount the TV. Model: KDL-37M3000 Remove 4 designated screws only. Follow the simple steps below to remove the TableTop Stand: 1 Disconnect all the cables from the...
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Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied). 2 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO/ L (MONO)R AUDIO • While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. If your camcorder or other video equipment such as a VCR or video game equipment. • If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to your headphones. Locating outputs and inputs Left side 1 2 Item 1 Headphones jack Description Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. 13 Getting Started 2.
Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied). 2 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO/ L (MONO)R AUDIO • While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. If your camcorder or other video equipment such as a VCR or video game equipment. • If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to your headphones. Locating outputs and inputs Left side 1 2 Item 1 Headphones jack Description Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. 13 Getting Started 2.
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...9 8 7 VHF/UHF/ CABLE qa Item 3 HDMI IN 1/2 R-AUDIO-L Description HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,366 dots × 768 lines. A third composite video and audio (VIDEO IN 2) input... to connect the audio cables. Connect to the S VIDEO output jack of the TV. 14 S VIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video (5). HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus digital audio. • If the equipment has a DVI and not a HDMI connector,...
...9 8 7 VHF/UHF/ CABLE qa Item 3 HDMI IN 1/2 R-AUDIO-L Description HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,366 dots × 768 lines. A third composite video and audio (VIDEO IN 2) input... to connect the audio cables. Connect to the S VIDEO output jack of the TV. 14 S VIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video (5). HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus digital audio. • If the equipment has a DVI and not a HDMI connector,...
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... RF input that is the case, connect the adapter to use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 8 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the coaxial audio input of a digital audio equipment that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna. • Component video (YPBPR) or...adapter (not supplied). See PC Input Signal Reference Chart on page 18 for service only. If this TV displays all format types of picture in its native resolution of your DVD player's or digital set-top box's component video (YPBPR) and audio IN (1080i/720p/ (L/R) jacks. Getting Started Item...
... RF input that is the case, connect the adapter to use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 8 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the coaxial audio input of a digital audio equipment that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna. • Component video (YPBPR) or...adapter (not supplied). See PC Input Signal Reference Chart on page 18 for service only. If this TV displays all format types of picture in its native resolution of your DVD player's or digital set-top box's component video (YPBPR) and audio IN (1080i/720p/ (L/R) jacks. Getting Started Item...
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... Channel menu for the type of input signal you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to your TV. For the best possible picture, connect these components to receive optimum picture quality. HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can be easily affected... VHF/UHF Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Rear of TV IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) ...
... Channel menu for the type of input signal you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to your TV. For the best possible picture, connect these components to receive optimum picture quality. HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can be easily affected... VHF/UHF Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Rear of TV IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) ...
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Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY DVI-to-HDMI cable HD cable box/HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (...SERVICE ONLY CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/HD satellite box R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) Y (green) PR (red) PB (blue) Component video cable ...
Getting Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY DVI-to-HDMI cable HD cable box/HD satellite box CATV/Satellite antenna cable R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (...SERVICE ONLY CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/HD satellite box R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) Y (green) PR (red) PB (blue) Component video cable ...
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...or HDMI output. (Refer to the supplied Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R Audio cable ...(stereo mini plugs) PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) ~ • Connect the PC IN jack to the TV, set the output signal from a personal computer.
...or HDMI output. (Refer to the supplied Quick Setup Guide.) Rear of TV HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R Audio cable ...(stereo mini plugs) PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) ~ • Connect the PC IN jack to the TV, set the output signal from a personal computer.
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...Blu-ray Disc Player/ "PS3" DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Audio system Personal computer Headphones Camcorder IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO...) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) VHF/UHF/ CABLE VHF/UHF/CABLE VCR Game system Digital recorder Analog audio equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) Digital audio equipment ~ • Refer to the ...
...Blu-ray Disc Player/ "PS3" DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Audio system Personal computer Headphones Camcorder IN PC IN 1 RGB 2 SERVICE ONLY R-AUDIO-L AUDIO VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO 3 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) 1 2 Y DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) PB VIDEO L (MONO...) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (FIX) VHF/UHF/ CABLE VHF/UHF/CABLE VCR Game system Digital recorder Analog audio equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) Digital audio equipment ~ • Refer to the ...
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...Program Auto Program is complete, press to set up convenient features such as Favorites (see page 26), Show/Hide Channels (see page 30), Label Channels (see page 30) when Auto Program is...the Auto Program option in your language: Start auto program now? Analog Channels Found: 24 Digital Channels Found: 2 Searching.... Press Select button to stop and run Auto Program later press ... and 29. ~ • You may want to scan Antenna channels as described on the TV. Allow 50+ minutes for completion. Cancel 6 If the Initial Setup programming found Antenna channels,...
...Program Auto Program is complete, press to set up convenient features such as Favorites (see page 26), Show/Hide Channels (see page 30), Label Channels (see page 30) when Auto Program is...the Auto Program option in your language: Start auto program now? Analog Channels Found: 24 Digital Channels Found: 2 Searching.... Press Select button to stop and run Auto Program later press ... and 29. ~ • You may want to scan Antenna channels as described on the TV. Allow 50+ minutes for completion. Cancel 6 If the Initial Setup programming found Antenna channels,...
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...the Picture menu (see page 28). The picture modes can be also accessed in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 60 or 120) that you want the TV to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Press repeatedly until Sleep Off appears. z The 5 and CH + buttons have a tactile... to cycle through the list and select the desired input. • See page 26 on before shutting off. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. 21 Basic Operations Basic Operations Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote control Slide to open Insert two size AA...
...the Picture menu (see page 28). The picture modes can be also accessed in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 60 or 120) that you want the TV to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Press repeatedly until Sleep Off appears. z The 5 and CH + buttons have a tactile... to cycle through the list and select the desired input. • See page 26 on before shutting off. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. 21 Basic Operations Basic Operations Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote control Slide to open Insert two size AA...