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3-294-082-13(1) LCD Digital Color TV KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 © 2008 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions
3-294-082-13(1) LCD Digital Color TV KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 © 2008 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions
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... suitable for the voltage where you will not occur in the U.S.A. s If you use it. KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. To Customers Sufficient expertise is a trademark. Availability of digital cable television programming ...to which can be installed near an easily accessible power outlet. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your dealer. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of ...
... suitable for the voltage where you will not occur in the U.S.A. s If you use it. KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. To Customers Sufficient expertise is a trademark. Availability of digital cable television programming ...to which can be installed near an easily accessible power outlet. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your dealer. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of ...
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... 20 When Using the Remote Control 20 Remote Control 21 TV Controls/Indicators 25 Using TV Menus Navigating through TV Menus 27 Menu Descriptions 27 Using the Shortcuts Menu 28 Using the Picture Menu 30 Using the Sound Menu 31 Using the Screen Menu 32 Using the Channel Menu 33 ... 39 Specifications 42 Index 43 Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides a variety of optional equipment connection diagrams. Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/registration 3
... 20 When Using the Remote Control 20 Remote Control 21 TV Controls/Indicators 25 Using TV Menus Navigating through TV Menus 27 Menu Descriptions 27 Using the Shortcuts Menu 28 Using the Picture Menu 30 Using the Sound Menu 31 Using the Screen Menu 32 Using the Channel Menu 33 ... 39 Specifications 42 Index 43 Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Provides a variety of optional equipment connection diagrams. Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/registration 3
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... Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with your BRAVIA TV is displayed on an HDTV, you need access to 1080i. 4 The 1080i HD signals provide more about HDTV, visit: U.S.A http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/hd The Four Steps to HD...a big difference. When you for information on the sides. Welcome to connect other external equipment Contact your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. To experience the stunning detail of your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard...
... Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup Along with your BRAVIA TV is displayed on an HDTV, you need access to 1080i. 4 The 1080i HD signals provide more about HDTV, visit: U.S.A http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/hd The Four Steps to HD...a big difference. When you for information on the sides. Welcome to connect other external equipment Contact your cable or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. To experience the stunning detail of your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard...
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How to shocks or vibration, or excessive force. Do not put stress on the LCD panel. • When carrying the TV, do not squeeze the panel's speaker grill area. Installing the TV How to Carry the TV Be sure to follow these guidelines to protect your properties and avoid causing serious injury. • ...Table-Top Stand from the cushion and the 3 screws from the accessory bag. ~ • You will find the Table-Top Stand next to the TV unit. • Keep the screws away from children. • Place your hand as illustrated and hold it to Attach the Table-Top Stand The Table...
How to shocks or vibration, or excessive force. Do not put stress on the LCD panel. • When carrying the TV, do not squeeze the panel's speaker grill area. Installing the TV How to Carry the TV Be sure to follow these guidelines to protect your properties and avoid causing serious injury. • ...Table-Top Stand from the cushion and the 3 screws from the accessory bag. ~ • You will find the Table-Top Stand next to the TV unit. • Keep the screws away from children. • Place your hand as illustrated and hold it to Attach the Table-Top Stand The Table...
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Do not put stress on the TV. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from Toppling s Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. s Avoid placing or hanging items on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. • Be careful to not pinch ... can adequately support the weight of the TV. Prevent the TV from toppling over . 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 install the TV unit to Secure the TV 1 Secure the stand for tightening at approximately...
Do not put stress on the TV. Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from Toppling s Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. s Avoid placing or hanging items on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. • Be careful to not pinch ... can adequately support the weight of the TV. Prevent the TV from toppling over . 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 install the TV unit to Secure the TV 1 Secure the stand for tightening at approximately...
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...-most wall-mount holes located on the Table-Top stand Screw ~ Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. • For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories • For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 3 Anchor... the TV to the Wall. Anchor bolt Wallanchor ~ • Measure 2 provides minimal protection against the TV toppling over. Screw hole on the rear of the TV) • Rope or chain (attach to one...
...-most wall-mount holes located on the Table-Top stand Screw ~ Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. • For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories • For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 3 Anchor... the TV to the Wall. Anchor bolt Wallanchor ~ • Measure 2 provides minimal protection against the TV toppling over. Screw hole on the rear of the TV) • Rope or chain (attach to one...
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Sony TV Model No. Use your TV. KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV's weight. • Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top Stand in... a safe place until you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and the wallmounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. SU-WL100 SU-WL500 • For bracket installation, refer to the instructions ...
Sony TV Model No. Use your TV. KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV's weight. • Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top Stand in... a safe place until you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and the wallmounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. SU-WL100 SU-WL500 • For bracket installation, refer to the instructions ...
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Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket To Customers Your KDL-26M4000/KDL-32M4000/ KDL-37M4000/KDL-40M4000 can be strong enough to support at approximately 1.5 N·m {15Kgf·cm}. To Sony Dealers and Licensed Contractors To avoid injury and property damage, read these instructions carefully. The wall must ...and check for all the cables from the TV. 2 Remove the 3 screws from the TV. Sony is not liable for your TV. ~ • If an electric screwdriver is securely mounted. For product protection and safety, Sony strongly recommends that TV is used, set the torque to your ...
Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket To Customers Your KDL-26M4000/KDL-32M4000/ KDL-37M4000/KDL-40M4000 can be strong enough to support at approximately 1.5 N·m {15Kgf·cm}. To Sony Dealers and Licensed Contractors To avoid injury and property damage, read these instructions carefully. The wall must ...and check for all the cables from the TV. 2 Remove the 3 screws from the TV. Sony is not liable for your TV. ~ • If an electric screwdriver is securely mounted. For product protection and safety, Sony strongly recommends that TV is used, set the torque to your ...
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.... 4 Disconnect all cables and remove the Table- Screw and Hook locations diagram/table TV Model KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Screw location Hook location - Installation dimensions table Unit: inches (mm) TV Model KDL26M4000 KDL32M4000 KDL37M4000 KDL40M4000 TV dimensions Screen center dimensions A 26 5/8 31 7/8 36 3/4 39 3/8 (675) (809) (931) (997) B 18 3/8 21 3/8 24 25 3/8 (466) (542) (609...
.... 4 Disconnect all cables and remove the Table- Screw and Hook locations diagram/table TV Model KDL-26M4000 KDL-32M4000 KDL-37M4000 KDL-40M4000 Screw location Hook location - Installation dimensions table Unit: inches (mm) TV Model KDL26M4000 KDL32M4000 KDL37M4000 KDL40M4000 TV dimensions Screen center dimensions A 26 5/8 31 7/8 36 3/4 39 3/8 (675) (809) (931) (997) B 18 3/8 21 3/8 24 25 3/8 (466) (542) (609...
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...; Inadequate air circulation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause damage to your TV has adequate air circulation. For Model KDL-26M4000 Wall TV For Model KDL-32M4000/KDL-37M4000/ KDL-40M4000 Wall TV When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your TV or cause fire. 11 Getting Started Screw location When installing...
...; Inadequate air circulation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause damage to your TV has adequate air circulation. For Model KDL-26M4000 Wall TV For Model KDL-32M4000/KDL-37M4000/ KDL-40M4000 Wall TV When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area Make sure that your TV or cause fire. 11 Getting Started Screw location When installing...
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Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. Locating Inputs and Outputs Side Panel VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 Item 1 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO/ L (MONO) AUDIO - If your headphones. R 2 Headphone ..., connect its audio output jack to your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied). • While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. 2. Rear Panel 21 3 4 5 SERVICE ONLY 1 2 Y IN S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 VIDEO IN P B P R L AUDIO R R RGB AUDIO L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) R L 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080i...
Connects to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. Locating Inputs and Outputs Side Panel VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 2 Item 1 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO/ L (MONO) AUDIO - If your headphones. R 2 Headphone ..., connect its audio output jack to your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied). • While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. 2. Rear Panel 21 3 4 5 SERVICE ONLY 1 2 Y IN S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 VIDEO IN P B P R L AUDIO R R RGB AUDIO L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) R L 1 2 COMPONENT IN (1080i...
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...or high-definition video plus digital audio. • If the equipment has a DVI and not a HDMI connector, use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your audio or video equipment. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (3) or the composite video (4) connections. 6 PC IN...For better PC view, use an adapter (not supplied). Component video provides better picture quality than composite video (4). Note that this TV displays all video input signals in its native resolution of your stereo system. 8 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the coaxial audio input of the...
...or high-definition video plus digital audio. • If the equipment has a DVI and not a HDMI connector, use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your audio or video equipment. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (3) or the composite video (4) connections. 6 PC IN...For better PC view, use an adapter (not supplied). Component video provides better picture quality than composite video (4). Note that this TV displays all video input signals in its native resolution of your stereo system. 8 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the coaxial audio input of the...
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... 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-B RF Switch Cable Antenna A Rear of TV B CABLE/ANTENNA input • Be sure to set Cable setting to On or Off in signal degradation. Cable and VHF/UHF (or...) If you want to switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as shown. Shown with audio) input on the back of TV Connecting the TV Cable System and/or VHF/UHF Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Rear of input signal you...
... 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-B RF Switch Cable Antenna A Rear of TV B CABLE/ANTENNA input • Be sure to set Cable setting to On or Off in signal degradation. Cable and VHF/UHF (or...) If you want to switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as shown. Shown with audio) input on the back of TV Connecting the TV Cable System and/or VHF/UHF Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Rear of input signal you...
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Getting Started Shown with Component Connection CATV/ Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/HD satellite box Rear of TV 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 (... below the HDMI IN 2 (DVI connector is for video signals only, the Audio jacks provide support for the audio). Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV 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 (...
Getting Started Shown with Component Connection CATV/ Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/HD satellite box Rear of TV 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 (... below the HDMI IN 2 (DVI connector is for video signals only, the Audio jacks provide support for the audio). Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV 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 (...
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... × 768 1,360 × 768 Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.5 37.5 37.9 46.9 48.4 56.5 60.0 47.8 47.7 Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 75 60 75 60 70 75 60 60 Standard VGA VESA VESA Guidelines VESA VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA VESA • This TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green...
... × 768 1,360 × 768 Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.5 37.5 37.9 46.9 48.4 56.5 60.0 47.8 47.7 Vertical frequency (Hz) 60 75 60 75 60 70 75 60 60 Standard VGA VESA VESA Guidelines VESA VESA Guidelines VESA VESA VESA VESA • This TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green...
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Getting Started Other Equipment Personal computer Blu-ray Disc Player/ DVD "PS3" player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Audio system Headphones Camcorder Rear of TV 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 ... Digital recorder Analog audio equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) Digital audio equipment ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 17
Getting Started Other Equipment Personal computer Blu-ray Disc Player/ DVD "PS3" player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Audio system Headphones Camcorder Rear of TV 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 ... Digital recorder Analog audio equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) Digital audio equipment ~ • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. 17
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... Program later, select No. • If you need to turn on the TV. To display the picture in the Channel menu (see page 33) when Auto Program is completed. Please select your... TV, you have cable and antenna available, please connect cable first. • IMPORTANT: You ...channels. If you do it later by selecting the Auto Program option in your TV for available channels from signal source directly connected to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. 5 When Auto Program is connected. Initial Setup Press to ...
... Program later, select No. • If you need to turn on the TV. To display the picture in the Channel menu (see page 33) when Auto Program is completed. Please select your... TV, you have cable and antenna available, please connect cable first. • IMPORTANT: You ...channels. If you do it later by selecting the Auto Program option in your TV for available channels from signal source directly connected to the TV's CABLE/ANTENNA input. 5 When Auto Program is connected. Initial Setup Press to ...
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...must be setup (see the HDMI connection shown in the Quick Setup Guide provided with the TV documentation. When you connect a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Theatre Sync function to operate, the TV and other equipment, refer to 17 or see page 38). Setting the Control for HDMI In... additional operation is possible: • By pressing on the remote control, it turns on and tunes to allow communication between Sony TV's and Sony equipment. The Control for connection. Exploring Fun Features Using BRAVIA Theatre Sync™ with Control for HDMI capability is supported. When...
...must be setup (see the HDMI connection shown in the Quick Setup Guide provided with the TV documentation. When you connect a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Theatre Sync function to operate, the TV and other equipment, refer to 17 or see page 38). Setting the Control for HDMI In... additional operation is possible: • By pressing on the remote control, it turns on and tunes to allow communication between Sony TV's and Sony equipment. The Control for connection. Exploring Fun Features Using BRAVIA Theatre Sync™ with Control for HDMI capability is supported. When...
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.../Indicators Inserting Batteries Push to open Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with the remote control, reinsert or replace your batteries and make sure that no objects are correctly inserted. 20 try ...turning off the fluorescent lamps. • If you are having troubles with your TV. • Make sure that they are blocking the path between the remote control and IR sensor on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery...
.../Indicators Inserting Batteries Push to open Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with the remote control, reinsert or replace your batteries and make sure that no objects are correctly inserted. 20 try ...turning off the fluorescent lamps. • If you are having troubles with your TV. • Make sure that they are blocking the path between the remote control and IR sensor on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery...