Operating Instructions
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.... s Use the AC power cord specified by qualified service personnel before turning on a circuit different from a cold to a warm location, or if the room temperature changes suddenly, the picture may cause harmful interference to radio communications. s Avoid operating the TV at the rear of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-26M4000/KDL-32M4000/ KDL-37M4000/KDL-40M4000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION Use the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or TV-stand. SU...
.... s Use the AC power cord specified by qualified service personnel before turning on a circuit different from a cold to a warm location, or if the room temperature changes suddenly, the picture may cause harmful interference to radio communications. s Avoid operating the TV at the rear of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-26M4000/KDL-32M4000/ KDL-37M4000/KDL-40M4000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION Use the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or TV-stand. SU...
Operating Instructions
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Setting Up the Channel List Initial Setup 18 Exploring Fun Features Using BRAVIA Theatre Sync™ with Control for Wall-Mounting 8 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 9 When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area 11 2. Locating Inputs and Outputs 12 Side Panel 12 Rear Panel 12 3. Connecting the TV 14 Cable System and/or VHF/UHF 14 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box 14 PC 16 Other Equipment 17 4. Contents Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®...
Setting Up the Channel List Initial Setup 18 Exploring Fun Features Using BRAVIA Theatre Sync™ with Control for Wall-Mounting 8 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 9 When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area 11 2. Locating Inputs and Outputs 12 Side Panel 12 Rear Panel 12 3. Connecting the TV 14 Cable System and/or VHF/UHF 14 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box 14 PC 16 Other Equipment 17 4. Contents Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®...
Operating Instructions
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...;m {15Kgf·cm}. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with supplied 3 screws. ~ •If you carry the TV unit, place your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand. 4 Stabilize the TV unit and the Table-Top Stand with the Sony TV stand. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking...
...;m {15Kgf·cm}. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with supplied 3 screws. ~ •If you carry the TV unit, place your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand. 4 Stabilize the TV unit and the Table-Top Stand with the Sony TV stand. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking...
Operating Instructions
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... required in a safe place until you are ready to reattach the Table-Top Stand. Preparation for your TV and the wallmounting of the wall for your TV should be installed on page 9 and the instruction guide provided by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. Before mounting the TV on a wall, the Table-Top Stand must be removed from children. 8 KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No.
... required in a safe place until you are ready to reattach the Table-Top Stand. Preparation for your TV and the wallmounting of the wall for your TV should be installed on page 9 and the instruction guide provided by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. Before mounting the TV on a wall, the Table-Top Stand must be removed from children. 8 KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No.
Operating Instructions
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... screws from behind the TV as the instruction supplied in the Wall-Mount Bracket package to remove the TableTop Stand: 1 Disconnect all the required parts including the instruction. 2 See Installation dimensions table to support at approximately 1.5 N·m {15Kgf·cm}. The wall must be wall-mounted using a Wall-Mount Bracket (sold separately). Getting Started Follow the simple steps below to your installer. For product protection and safety, Sony strongly recommends that TV is used, set...
... screws from behind the TV as the instruction supplied in the Wall-Mount Bracket package to remove the TableTop Stand: 1 Disconnect all the required parts including the instruction. 2 See Installation dimensions table to support at approximately 1.5 N·m {15Kgf·cm}. The wall must be wall-mounted using a Wall-Mount Bracket (sold separately). Getting Started Follow the simple steps below to your installer. For product protection and safety, Sony strongly recommends that TV is used, set...
Operating Instructions
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... This USB port is for the signals that connects to use an adapter (not supplied). S VIDEO does not provide sound, you need to connect the audio cables. 4 VIDEO IN 1/ VIDEO/ L(MONO)AUDIO-R Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on page 16 for service only. 3 VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO Connects to view 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats. If this is PCM/Dolby Digital OUT (COAXIAL) compatible. 9 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that can use the PC IN (RGB IN) input. • HDMI connection is located...
... This USB port is for the signals that connects to use an adapter (not supplied). S VIDEO does not provide sound, you need to connect the audio cables. 4 VIDEO IN 1/ VIDEO/ L(MONO)AUDIO-R Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on page 16 for service only. 3 VIDEO IN 1 S VIDEO Connects to view 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats. If this is PCM/Dolby Digital OUT (COAXIAL) compatible. 9 CABLE/ ANTENNA RF input that can use the PC IN (RGB IN) input. • HDMI connection is located...
Operating Instructions
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... cable (not supplied) Rear of input signal you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with HDMI Connection HDMI cable CATV/ Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/HD satellite box 14 SERVICE ONLY 1 2 Y IN S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 VIDEO IN PB PR L AUDIO R R RGB AUDIO L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) R L 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) AUDIO PC IN AUDIO OUT (FIX) Rear of your TV. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can also enjoy high-definition programming...
... cable (not supplied) Rear of input signal you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with HDMI Connection HDMI cable CATV/ Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/HD satellite box 14 SERVICE ONLY 1 2 Y IN S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 VIDEO IN PB PR L AUDIO R R RGB AUDIO L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) R L 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) AUDIO PC IN AUDIO OUT (FIX) Rear of your TV. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can also enjoy high-definition programming...
Operating Instructions
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... . 3 Please connect cable or antenna, then select Yes to run Auto Program. ~ • If you want to run Auto Program at a later time ❑ Use the Auto Program feature at this time, you cancel Auto Program some channels may want to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. 5 When Auto Program is connected. To display the picture in the Channel menu (see page 33) when Auto Program is completed. The Initial Setup screen appears. 4. Setting Up the Channel List Initial Setup After you finish connecting your...
... . 3 Please connect cable or antenna, then select Yes to run Auto Program. ~ • If you want to run Auto Program at a later time ❑ Use the Auto Program feature at this time, you cancel Auto Program some channels may want to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. 5 When Auto Program is connected. To display the picture in the Channel menu (see page 33) when Auto Program is completed. The Initial Setup screen appears. 4. Setting Up the Channel List Initial Setup After you finish connecting your...
Operating Instructions
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... needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on page 27). In the menu screen, this button serves as left/right buttons. When the timer is set . If the LED blinks in green when the TV is turned off . CHANNEL + 5 POWER Press to malfunction. 25 VOLUME + 4 - Press to remain lit for details). For details, see page 31). 7 STANDBY LED Light up in red when your desired input. Lights up in amber when the timer is turned...
... needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on page 27). In the menu screen, this button serves as left/right buttons. When the timer is set . If the LED blinks in green when the TV is turned off . CHANNEL + 5 POWER Press to malfunction. 25 VOLUME + 4 - Press to remain lit for details). For details, see page 31). 7 STANDBY LED Light up in red when your desired input. Lights up in amber when the timer is turned...
Operating Instructions
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... input signal you are receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. Add Digital Channels Select to confirm the current channel performance indicator. (Continued) 33 Be sure to set it is no menu on screen. • To exit press . Allows to add digital channels without replacing the original channel list. Using the Channel Menu Using TV Menus Favorites Lets you are using an A-B RF switch (not supplied) to switch between characters select on the screen. Auto Program Automatically sets up...
... input signal you are receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. Add Digital Channels Select to confirm the current channel performance indicator. (Continued) 33 Be sure to set it is no menu on screen. • To exit press . Allows to add digital channels without replacing the original channel list. Using the Channel Menu Using TV Menus Favorites Lets you are using an A-B RF switch (not supplied) to switch between characters select on the screen. Auto Program Automatically sets up...
Operating Instructions
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... input: DVD, VCR, Blu-ray, Cable Box, Satellite, DVR, Game, Camcorder or Custom (to customize, follow the same steps of the displayed labels, then press to select it . 2 Press V/v to highlight one of Label Channels on the remote control. Displays for a few seconds when the channel is connected. (Continued) 37 Using TV Menus Using the Setup Menu Closed Captions (CC) Allows you to select from several closed captions modes (for programs that input...
... input: DVD, VCR, Blu-ray, Cable Box, Satellite, DVR, Game, Camcorder or Custom (to customize, follow the same steps of the displayed labels, then press to select it . 2 Press V/v to highlight one of Label Channels on the remote control. Displays for a few seconds when the channel is connected. (Continued) 37 Using TV Menus Using the Setup Menu Closed Captions (CC) Allows you to select from several closed captions modes (for programs that input...
Operating Instructions
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... using 75 ohm coaxial cable instead. (Continued) 39 The TV turns off automatically. Poor picture Double images or ghosts. ❑ Check antenna/cable connections. ❑ Check the antenna location and direction. Perform Auto Program to On. Cannot receive or select channels. ❑ To receive or select cable channels, make sure you select TV (cable/antenna channels). Only snow and noise appear on the power of your external inputs list and make sure that Cable...
... using 75 ohm coaxial cable instead. (Continued) 39 The TV turns off automatically. Poor picture Double images or ghosts. ❑ Check antenna/cable connections. ❑ Check the antenna location and direction. Perform Auto Program to On. Cannot receive or select channels. ❑ To receive or select cable channels, make sure you select TV (cable/antenna channels). Only snow and noise appear on the power of your external inputs list and make sure that Cable...
Operating Instructions
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...). Noisy picture. Poor picture. General Wide Mode changes automatically. Suddenly the picture gets smaller. Plug and play will show these programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. If you change the channel or video input, if 4:3 Default in the Screen menu is set to On in the Picture menu (page 30). ❑ Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied). ❑ Keep the antenna cable away...
...). Noisy picture. Poor picture. General Wide Mode changes automatically. Suddenly the picture gets smaller. Plug and play will show these programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. If you change the channel or video input, if 4:3 Default in the Screen menu is set to On in the Picture menu (page 30). ❑ Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied). ❑ Keep the antenna cable away...
Operating Instructions
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... (2) / Cable holder (1 attached to change without stand (kg/lb.) Supplied accessories Optional accessories ~ NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on page 16. Specifications Model System KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Television system Channel coverage Panel system Speaker output Input/Output jacks Antenna VIDEO IN 1/2 COMPONENT IN 1/2 HDMI IN 1/2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) AUDIO OUT (FIX) PC IN PC AUDIO INPUT Headphones Power and others Power requirement Power consumption in use in standby Screen size (inches measured...
... (2) / Cable holder (1 attached to change without stand (kg/lb.) Supplied accessories Optional accessories ~ NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on page 16. Specifications Model System KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Television system Channel coverage Panel system Speaker output Input/Output jacks Antenna VIDEO IN 1/2 COMPONENT IN 1/2 HDMI IN 1/2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) AUDIO OUT (FIX) PC IN PC AUDIO INPUT Headphones Power and others Power requirement Power consumption in use in standby Screen size (inches measured...
Operating Instructions
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... a wall 8, 9, 10, 11 J JUMP button 24 L Label Channels 33 Label Inputs 37 Language 38 Light Sensor Described 25 M Menu Channel 33 Parental Lock 34 Picture 30 Screen 32 Setup 37 Shortcuts 28 Sound 31 MENU button 22, 25 Movie Rating 36 MUTING button 22 P Parental Lock 28, 34 PC IN 13 PC-PIP 29 Phase 32 Picture 30 PICTURE button 21 Picture Mode 30 POWER button 22, 25 POWER LED 25 Product Support 38 R Rating 34 Remote Control 21, 22, 23, 24 Reset...
... a wall 8, 9, 10, 11 J JUMP button 24 L Label Channels 33 Label Inputs 37 Language 38 Light Sensor Described 25 M Menu Channel 33 Parental Lock 34 Picture 30 Screen 32 Setup 37 Shortcuts 28 Sound 31 MENU button 22, 25 Movie Rating 36 MUTING button 22 P Parental Lock 28, 34 PC IN 13 PC-PIP 29 Phase 32 Picture 30 PICTURE button 21 Picture Mode 30 POWER button 22, 25 POWER LED 25 Product Support 38 R Rating 34 Remote Control 21, 22, 23, 24 Reset...
Limited Warranty (US Only)
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...) misuse, (iii) customer instruction, installation, set forth below. This Limited Warranty is provided during ordinary consumer use ) for hardware or software usage and it does not cover product issues caused by defects in U.S.A. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, SONY will , at its original specifications. Instructions: In-home diagnostic warranty service is invalid if the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from state to be...
...) misuse, (iii) customer instruction, installation, set forth below. This Limited Warranty is provided during ordinary consumer use ) for hardware or software usage and it does not cover product issues caused by defects in U.S.A. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, SONY will , at its original specifications. Instructions: In-home diagnostic warranty service is invalid if the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from state to be...
Quick Setup Guide
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... your Quick Setup Guide and Operating Instructions Manual. Please take these items: Set Clock/Timers Label Inputs Set Closed Captions (CC) Label Channels Set Parental Lock Set Picture Mode Show/Hide Channels Set Sound Mode For details, refer to start Auto Program. You must perform Auto Program after cable or antenna is completed. the current program being shown on the TV until connection setup is connected. then press to add the current channel to properly handle high bandwidth, uncompressed video and multi-channel audio-all components before you power...
... your Quick Setup Guide and Operating Instructions Manual. Please take these items: Set Clock/Timers Label Inputs Set Closed Captions (CC) Label Channels Set Parental Lock Set Picture Mode Show/Hide Channels Set Sound Mode For details, refer to start Auto Program. You must perform Auto Program after cable or antenna is completed. the current program being shown on the TV until connection setup is connected. then press to add the current channel to properly handle high bandwidth, uncompressed video and multi-channel audio-all components before you power...
Quick Setup Guide
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... Theater System Coaxial HDMI HD15 Required Cable Types for Connection DVI-to-HDMI Composite Component Audio (L/R) Digital Audio (Coaxial) Mini-Pin Audio Audio (L/R) with Mini-Pin Digital Optical Audio Notes on Connection: ■ Your TV is equipped with two HDMI inputs, connect your incoming signal source (HD Cable Box, HD Satellite Receiver, or DVD) with SD VCR/DVD Cable/Antenna Splitter Rear of TV CABLE/ ANTENNA SERVICE ONLY 1 2 Y IN PB S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R R RGB AUDIO L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) R L 1 VIDEO IN AUDIO 1 2 COMPONENT IN PC IN...
... Theater System Coaxial HDMI HD15 Required Cable Types for Connection DVI-to-HDMI Composite Component Audio (L/R) Digital Audio (Coaxial) Mini-Pin Audio Audio (L/R) with Mini-Pin Digital Optical Audio Notes on Connection: ■ Your TV is equipped with two HDMI inputs, connect your incoming signal source (HD Cable Box, HD Satellite Receiver, or DVD) with SD VCR/DVD Cable/Antenna Splitter Rear of TV CABLE/ ANTENNA SERVICE ONLY 1 2 Y IN PB S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R R RGB AUDIO L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) R L 1 VIDEO IN AUDIO 1 2 COMPONENT IN PC IN...
Safety and Regulatory Booklet
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... motion of light (red, blue, or green) may have the outlet changed to climb on or pinched particularly at least 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) above the TV set and 4 inches (10 cm) on the TV. ☐ Do not use AC power cord supplied with the TV with water. Volume Adjustment ☐ When using a chemically pretreated cloth, please follow the installation guide supplied with the Wall‑Mount Bracket when installing the...
... motion of light (red, blue, or green) may have the outlet changed to climb on or pinched particularly at least 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) above the TV set and 4 inches (10 cm) on the TV. ☐ Do not use AC power cord supplied with the TV with water. Volume Adjustment ☐ When using a chemically pretreated cloth, please follow the installation guide supplied with the Wall‑Mount Bracket when installing the...
Marketing Specifications (White Model)
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... (PSIP, XDS) Sleep Timer: 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off Clock: Yes Input Skip: Manual Edit Channel Labels: Yes Label Inputs: Yes ID-1 Detection: Yes Initial Setup: Yes BRAVIA® Theatre Sync™ : Yes Theatre Mode (Theatre Button): Yes Show/Hide Channels: Yes Auto Shut-off: Yes Parental Control: Yes PIP (Picture in Picture): PC Input Specifications General Screen Size: 26" (measured diagonally) Television Type: Flat Panel LCD HDTV Type of Use: Consumer, Hotel (via external Module) Display Viewing Angle (Right/Left...
... (PSIP, XDS) Sleep Timer: 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off Clock: Yes Input Skip: Manual Edit Channel Labels: Yes Label Inputs: Yes ID-1 Detection: Yes Initial Setup: Yes BRAVIA® Theatre Sync™ : Yes Theatre Mode (Theatre Button): Yes Show/Hide Channels: Yes Auto Shut-off: Yes Parental Control: Yes PIP (Picture in Picture): PC Input Specifications General Screen Size: 26" (measured diagonally) Television Type: Flat Panel LCD HDTV Type of Use: Consumer, Hotel (via external Module) Display Viewing Angle (Right/Left...