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3-700-289-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-32L4000 KDL-37L4000 © 2008 Sony Corporation
3-700-289-11(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-32L4000 KDL-37L4000 © 2008 Sony Corporation
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... one or more of FCC Rules. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. CAUTION Use the following Sony TVs only with other outlet unless the blades can be blurred or show poor color due to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that may ... including interference that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the spaces provided below 41°F (5°C). Sony TV Model No. s Connect the equipment into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer regarding this case, please wait a few hours to a warm location, or if the room temperature changes ...
... one or more of FCC Rules. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. CAUTION Use the following Sony TVs only with other outlet unless the blades can be blurred or show poor color due to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that may ... including interference that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the spaces provided below 41°F (5°C). Sony TV Model No. s Connect the equipment into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer regarding this case, please wait a few hours to a warm location, or if the room temperature changes ...
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... servicing to a cable service provider. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are provided for installing the specified TV. "BRAVIA", and Sony Corporation. When a cart is used, use this apparatus during the installation. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks or...cable television programming in the U.S. To Customers Sufficient expertise is required for your safety. Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealer or licensed contractors and pay adequate attention to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. (...
... servicing to a cable service provider. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are provided for installing the specified TV. "BRAVIA", and Sony Corporation. When a cart is used, use this apparatus during the installation. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks or...cable television programming in the U.S. To Customers Sufficient expertise is required for your safety. Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealer or licensed contractors and pay adequate attention to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. (...
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... inches (30 cm) CLEANING When cleaning, be blocked. s Never allow liquid or solid objects to proper ventilation. Allow adequate space around the TV set near a swimming pool, etc. s Wipe the LCD screen gently 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 set. s Periodic vacuuming of the TV and to ensure proper air circulation. Air circulation is...
... inches (30 cm) CLEANING When cleaning, be blocked. s Never allow liquid or solid objects to proper ventilation. Allow adequate space around the TV set near a swimming pool, etc. s Wipe the LCD screen gently 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 set. s Periodic vacuuming of the TV and to ensure proper air circulation. Air circulation is...
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s Do not install the TV where it cannot be exposed to mechanical vibration. Place your palm directly underneath but do not put stress on furniture that generates a magnetic field. s Do not install the TV on the LCD panel. s Care should not be exposed to rain or direct sunlight in the ...specified manner To avoid dropping the TV and causing serious injury, be used as steps, such as in such conditions and...
s Do not install the TV where it cannot be exposed to mechanical vibration. Place your palm directly underneath but do not put stress on furniture that generates a magnetic field. s Do not install the TV on the LCD panel. s Care should not be exposed to rain or direct sunlight in the ...specified manner To avoid dropping the TV and causing serious injury, be used as steps, such as in such conditions and...
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...the AC power outlet. s For energy conservation and safety reasons, practice unplugging the AC power cord from heat sources. While cleaning, look for your TV; s Do not dispose of damage. s Be sure to unplug the AC power cord for signs of batteries in a fire. This will completely remove... should be easily pinched, bent, twisted, or catch your local laws or regulations. s Use only an original Sony AC power cord with the Wall-Mount Bracket. s Do not hang the TV from accumulating. s Do not hang anything to wear and/or abuse can cause a short-circuit, which may ...
...the AC power outlet. s For energy conservation and safety reasons, practice unplugging the AC power cord from heat sources. While cleaning, look for your TV; s Do not dispose of damage. s Be sure to unplug the AC power cord for signs of batteries in a fire. This will completely remove... should be easily pinched, bent, twisted, or catch your local laws or regulations. s Use only an original Sony AC power cord with the Wall-Mount Bracket. s Do not hang the TV from accumulating. s Do not hang anything to wear and/or abuse can cause a short-circuit, which may ...
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...Sensor, or turning on some people. These phenomena improve as the impact can cause the LCD screen glass to maximize the brightness of the TV. s The LCD screen and enclosure get warm when the TV is viewed in the picture or the picture may become dark. For customers in the...volatile material on top of light (red, blue, or green) may be observed when the LCD TV is in this product contains mercury. s Avoid spraying insect repellent with any TV servicing or repair, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by Sony and to qualified service personnel.
...Sensor, or turning on some people. These phenomena improve as the impact can cause the LCD screen glass to maximize the brightness of the TV. s The LCD screen and enclosure get warm when the TV is viewed in the picture or the picture may become dark. For customers in the...volatile material on top of light (red, blue, or green) may be observed when the LCD TV is in this product contains mercury. s Avoid spraying insect repellent with any TV servicing or repair, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by Sony and to qualified service personnel.
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......24 Using the Menus Overview of 10 Assembling the Table-Top Stand 10 Connecting the TV ...12 Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System 12 Cable Box/Digital Cable Box 12 Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System 13 Satellite Receiver ...and Cable/Antenna 13 VCR, Cable and Antenna 14 When Connecting to Optional Equipment 15 Securing the TV...17 Preventing the TV from Toppling 17 Use a Sony TV Stand 17 Recommended Measures to Secure the TV 17 Bundling the Connecting Cables 19 Setting Up the Channel List - Contents Getting Started Welcome to the World...
......24 Using the Menus Overview of 10 Assembling the Table-Top Stand 10 Connecting the TV ...12 Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System 12 Cable Box/Digital Cable Box 12 Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System 13 Satellite Receiver ...and Cable/Antenna 13 VCR, Cable and Antenna 14 When Connecting to Optional Equipment 15 Securing the TV...17 Preventing the TV from Toppling 17 Use a Sony TV Stand 17 Recommended Measures to Secure the TV 17 Bundling the Connecting Cables 19 Setting Up the Channel List - Contents Getting Started Welcome to the World...
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... Table-Top Stand Follow the assembling steps required to place on page 39. Getting Started Welcome to check the supplied accessories against the list on a TV stand. 1 Take out the Table-Top Stand and screws from the carton. 2 Place the Table-Top Stand onto a level and stable surface. 10... Accessory bag Screws Table-Top Stand TV unit Put your hands into the package, when taking out the TV from the carton. The screws are found in the accessory bag. This manual is for purchasing this Sony LCD Digital Color Television. Be sure to the World of ® ...
... Table-Top Stand Follow the assembling steps required to place on page 39. Getting Started Welcome to check the supplied accessories against the list on a TV stand. 1 Take out the Table-Top Stand and screws from the carton. 2 Place the Table-Top Stand onto a level and stable surface. 10... Accessory bag Screws Table-Top Stand TV unit Put your hands into the package, when taking out the TV from the carton. The screws are found in the accessory bag. This manual is for purchasing this Sony LCD Digital Color Television. Be sure to the World of ® ...
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Be careful not to pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV to the Table-Top Stand. 4 Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit to tighten at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}. 11 Getting Started Getting Started 3 Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of TV Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. Screw If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to the Table-Top Stand. Rear of the Table-Top Stand and align the screws holes.
Be careful not to pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV to the Table-Top Stand. 4 Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit to tighten at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}. 11 Getting Started Getting Started 3 Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of TV Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. Screw If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to the Table-Top Stand. Rear of the Table-Top Stand and align the screws holes.
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...easily affected by radio noise and the like, resulting in Channel settings (see page 29). 12 Use this hookup if s You subscribe to a cable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded signals requiring a cable box to view all channels, and s You do not intend to hook up any other ... deterioration. For multiple equipment connections, please refer to channel 3 or 4 depending on page 22). Cable 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA input IN OUT jack jack Also, set your type of optional equipment to display the picture in Channel settings, select Cable On or...
...easily affected by radio noise and the like, resulting in Channel settings (see page 29). 12 Use this hookup if s You subscribe to a cable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded signals requiring a cable box to view all channels, and s You do not intend to hook up any other ... deterioration. For multiple equipment connections, please refer to channel 3 or 4 depending on page 22). Cable 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA input IN OUT jack jack Also, set your type of optional equipment to display the picture in Channel settings, select Cable On or...
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If your connections. 13 Rear of TV IN PC IN VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN DIGITAL 1 2 1 1 2 AUDIO OUT RGB S VIDEO (OPTICAL) Y L AUDIO R VIDEO L AUDIO (MONO) AUDIO R PB PR AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R (1080i/720p/... a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna S VIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO cable (yellow) A/V cable AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) Rear of TV Use the A-B selector to switch between the CABLE/ANTENNA over -the-air) and cable broadcast signals, you'll need to On or Off, as shown...
If your connections. 13 Rear of TV IN PC IN VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN DIGITAL 1 2 1 1 2 AUDIO OUT RGB S VIDEO (OPTICAL) Y L AUDIO R VIDEO L AUDIO (MONO) AUDIO R PB PR AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R (1080i/720p/... a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna S VIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO cable (yellow) A/V cable AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) Rear of TV Use the A-B selector to switch between the CABLE/ANTENNA over -the-air) and cable broadcast signals, you'll need to On or Off, as shown...
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Getting Started VCR, Cable and Antenna S VIDEO cable S VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) A/V cable AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) VCR Rear of TV IN PC IN VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN DIGITAL 1 2 1 1 2 AUDIO OUT RGB S VIDEO (OPTICAL) Y L AUDIO R VIDEO L AUDIO (MONO) AUDIO R PB PR AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R (1080i/720p/...
Getting Started VCR, Cable and Antenna S VIDEO cable S VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) A/V cable AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) VCR Rear of TV IN PC IN VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN DIGITAL 1 2 1 1 2 AUDIO OUT RGB S VIDEO (OPTICAL) Y L AUDIO R VIDEO L AUDIO (MONO) AUDIO R PB PR AUDIO OUT L AUDIO R (1080i/720p/...
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... IN (RGB IN) input instead when connecting a PC. (Continued) 15 L(MONO)-AUDIOR If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV's HDMI input. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. 3 HDMI IN 2 If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an ... of HDMI IN 1. (DVI connector is for video signals only.) HDMI-to-DVI cable HDMI adapter Audio cable Do not connect a PC to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. 2 HDMI IN 1 HDMI/ L-AUDIO-R HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between...
... IN (RGB IN) input instead when connecting a PC. (Continued) 15 L(MONO)-AUDIOR If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV's HDMI input. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. 3 HDMI IN 2 If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an ... of HDMI IN 1. (DVI connector is for video signals only.) HDMI-to-DVI cable HDMI adapter Audio cable Do not connect a PC to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. 2 HDMI IN 1 HDMI/ L-AUDIO-R HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between...
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... VIDEO IN 1 is necessary to the optical audio input of 1,366 dots × 768 lines. 16 If this TV displays all picture format types in a resolution of the TV. 6 COMPONENT Connect to the S VIDEO output jack on the left and right audio input jacks of Dolby Laboratories. Provides...; 768 lines. S VIDEO will be necessary to use L-AUDIO-R (FIX) these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your A/V equipment such as a VCR or other video equipment that this TV displays all picture format types in a resolution of a digital audio equipment that connects to view 480i, 480p,...
... VIDEO IN 1 is necessary to the optical audio input of 1,366 dots × 768 lines. 16 If this TV displays all picture format types in a resolution of the TV. 6 COMPONENT Connect to the S VIDEO output jack on the left and right audio input jacks of Dolby Laboratories. Provides...; 768 lines. S VIDEO will be necessary to use L-AUDIO-R (FIX) these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your A/V equipment such as a VCR or other video equipment that this TV displays all picture format types in a resolution of a digital audio equipment that connects to view 480i, 480p,...
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...the stand. Getting Started Getting Started Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. ❑ Avoid placing or hanging ...brace to the wall stud. • attach the other side to the TV stand. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with the Sony TV stand. Make sure the TV stand can easily be used , consider the following recommended measures. Angle brace...
...the stand. Getting Started Getting Started Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. ❑ Avoid placing or hanging ...brace to the wall stud. • attach the other side to the TV stand. Use a Sony TV Stand Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with the Sony TV stand. Make sure the TV stand can easily be used , consider the following recommended measures. Angle brace...
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... the weight of the TV). For United States call : 1-877-899-7669 3 Anchor the TV to tighten at approximately 2.0 N·m {20 kgf·cm}. For Canada call : 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories - Getting Started 18 2 Secure the TV to obtain the optional Support... Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. - For further protection, follow all three measures recommended above. Wall-anchor Anchor ...
... the weight of the TV). For United States call : 1-877-899-7669 3 Anchor the TV to tighten at approximately 2.0 N·m {20 kgf·cm}. For Canada call : 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories - Getting Started 18 2 Secure the TV to obtain the optional Support... Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. - For further protection, follow all three measures recommended above. Wall-anchor Anchor ...
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Initial Setup After you finish connecting your TV, you turn on pages 22 and 27. 20 Start auto program now? To display the Picture in the Channel settings (... scanning of channels will finish. Initial Setup Please select your Preferred Aspect Ratio ❑ Select the proper Wide Mode as described on your TV for the first time. Allow 50+ minutes for completion. OK Cancel If you want to antenna then start Auto Program. Press to turn...Setup, which automatically sets up the channels at a later time ❑ Use the Auto Program feature as described on the TV.
Initial Setup After you finish connecting your TV, you turn on pages 22 and 27. 20 Start auto program now? To display the Picture in the Channel settings (... scanning of channels will finish. Initial Setup Please select your Preferred Aspect Ratio ❑ Select the proper Wide Mode as described on your TV for the first time. Allow 50+ minutes for completion. OK Cancel If you want to antenna then start Auto Program. Press to turn...Setup, which automatically sets up the channels at a later time ❑ Use the Auto Program feature as described on the TV.
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...and settings. Press to select digital channels. z The 5 button and CH + have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. (Continued) 21 Press to go back to restore the sound. The picture modes can store up to 8 channels and/or external inputs in your ...will turn on before shutting off Closed Captions (CC). Press repeatedly until Off appears. To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until the TV displays the time in the Picture settings. Press to display the current channel number, channel label, program remaining time and Wide Mode. ...
...and settings. Press to select digital channels. z The 5 button and CH + have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. (Continued) 21 Press to go back to restore the sound. The picture modes can store up to 8 channels and/or external inputs in your ...will turn on before shutting off Closed Captions (CC). Press repeatedly until Off appears. To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until the TV displays the time in the Picture settings. Press to display the current channel number, channel label, program remaining time and Wide Mode. ...
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... available when you are watching a 720p or 1080i source from a component video input or a 720p, 1080i or 1080p source from an HDMI input or a digital TV. Basic Operations Button qa POWER qa qs WIDE qs Description Press to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, and Full. Press repeatedly...
... available when you are watching a 720p or 1080i source from a component video input or a 720p, 1080i or 1080p source from an HDMI input or a digital TV. Basic Operations Button qa POWER qa qs WIDE qs Description Press to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, and Full. Press repeatedly...