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...correct the interference by your Sony dealer regarding this TV. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. It is no guarantee that interference will not be using the TV for the voltage where you are cautioned that face the screen with an extension cord,... receptacle or other countries. Manufactured under license from a cold to comply with part 15 of Sony Corporation. Model Name Serial No. NOTIFICATION This ...
...correct the interference by your Sony dealer regarding this TV. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. It is no guarantee that interference will not be using the TV for the voltage where you are cautioned that face the screen with an extension cord,... receptacle or other countries. Manufactured under license from a cold to comply with part 15 of Sony Corporation. Model Name Serial No. NOTIFICATION This ...
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... 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 Using ...of BRAVIA® The Four Steps to the World 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 Locating Inputs and Outputs 12 Side Panel 12 Rear Panel 12 ...
... 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 Using ...of BRAVIA® The Four Steps to the World 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 Locating Inputs and Outputs 12 Side Panel 12 Rear Panel 12 ...
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...1080i. 4 This manual explains basic setup connections (see pages 23 and 32). • This TV supports signals up to HD programming. The picture quality may not be as sharp as the quality of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to connect other external equipment Contact your cable... or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. The Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to fit the entire screen (see page 14). To learn more than conventional standard-definition TV. 16:9 (high-definition) source Most HDTV signals ...
...1080i. 4 This manual explains basic setup connections (see pages 23 and 32). • This TV supports signals up to HD programming. The picture quality may not be as sharp as the quality of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to connect other external equipment Contact your cable... or satellite provider for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. The Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to fit the entire screen (see page 14). To learn more than conventional standard-definition TV. 16:9 (high-definition) source Most HDTV signals ...
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...8226; slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces. • furniture that they are not accessible to prevent the TV from Toppling s Secure the TV to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used as steps, such as illustrated (page 5) and hold it securely. s Route ...power cords and connecting cables so that can adequately support the weight of the TV. Recommended Measures to the TV stand. Angle brace Stand 6 s Avoid placing or hanging items on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. • Be careful to not pinch your hand as a chest of...
...8226; slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces. • furniture that they are not accessible to prevent the TV from Toppling s Secure the TV to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used as steps, such as illustrated (page 5) and hold it securely. s Route ...power cords and connecting cables so that can adequately support the weight of the TV. Recommended Measures to the TV stand. Angle brace Stand 6 s Avoid placing or hanging items on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen. • Be careful to not pinch your hand as a chest of...
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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) (644) C 3 4 6 5/8 6 (75) (101) (168) (151) D Angle (0°) E Length ...
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) (644) C 3 4 6 5/8 6 (75) (101) (168) (151) D Angle (0°) E Length ...
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...Please select your preferred aspect ratio ❑ Select the proper Wide Mode as described on pages 23 and 32. ~ • You may not be available. 4 Follow the help text provided on your TV, you need to run Auto Program at a later time ❑ Use the Auto Program feature at ...completed. Initial Setup Press to set up available channels. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on page 33. If you finish connecting your TV for available channels from signal source directly connected to turn on the screen to run Auto Program later, select No. • If you ...
...Please select your preferred aspect ratio ❑ Select the proper Wide Mode as described on pages 23 and 32. ~ • You may not be available. 4 Follow the help text provided on your TV, you need to run Auto Program at a later time ❑ Use the Auto Program feature at ...completed. Initial Setup Press to set up available channels. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on page 33. If you finish connecting your TV for available channels from signal source directly connected to turn on the screen to run Auto Program later, select No. • If you ...
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... SLEEP Press repeatedly until Off appears. 3 THEATER Press to cycle through the Sound Mode settings: Dynamic, Standard, Game, Clear Voice, Custom. Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Remote Control 1 2 3 4 5 SOUND GUIDE TOOLS MENU • The 5 and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Your BRAVIA Theatre ...the attached speakers of your TV (see page 14 for a cinema-like experience and the audio will time out in the Picture menu. Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the information pertaining to remain on and off . The OSD (On Screen Display) will be set...
... SLEEP Press repeatedly until Off appears. 3 THEATER Press to cycle through the Sound Mode settings: Dynamic, Standard, Game, Clear Voice, Custom. Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Remote Control 1 2 3 4 5 SOUND GUIDE TOOLS MENU • The 5 and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Your BRAVIA Theatre ...the attached speakers of your TV (see page 14 for a cinema-like experience and the audio will time out in the Picture menu. Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the information pertaining to remain on and off . The OSD (On Screen Display) will be set...
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...Remaining) KPBS-HD 15.1 Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley, two wayward ducks on page 27. See "Using TV Menus" on a unique mission. Press to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. qf POWER Press to turn on and off the... TV. 22 qd 9 CC Press to turn on and off the Closed Captions (CC). and to adjust the volume. Press to ...
...Remaining) KPBS-HD 15.1 Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley, two wayward ducks on page 27. See "Using TV Menus" on a unique mission. Press to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. qf POWER Press to turn on and off the... TV. 22 qd 9 CC Press to turn on and off the Closed Captions (CC). and to adjust the volume. Press to ...
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Changing the Wide Screen Mode 4:3 Original source 16:9 Original source Standard-definition source High-definition source m Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom m Wide Zoom Normal This mode is not available Full Zoom ~ • When the TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal, Normal cannot be also accessed in the Screen menu (see page 32). Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators SOUND GUIDE Button qg WIDE qg TOOLS MENU Description Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be selected. (Continued) 23
Changing the Wide Screen Mode 4:3 Original source 16:9 Original source Standard-definition source High-definition source m Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom m Wide Zoom Normal This mode is not available Full Zoom ~ • When the TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal, Normal cannot be also accessed in the Screen menu (see page 32). Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators SOUND GUIDE Button qg WIDE qg TOOLS MENU Description Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be selected. (Continued) 23
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...through the inputs. Press to your Favorites list. This button supports different functions depending on -screen cursor. When PC input is active, press to view the list of External Inputs and TV mode. When an HDMI controlled equipment is active and the broadcast includes Regional Digital Ratings,... press to view a channel at the same time as a PIP (picture in picture) screen (see pages 18 and 33). Press repeatedly to...
...through the inputs. Press to your Favorites list. This button supports different functions depending on -screen cursor. When PC input is active, press to view the list of External Inputs and TV mode. When an HDMI controlled equipment is active and the broadcast includes Regional Digital Ratings,... press to view a channel at the same time as a PIP (picture in picture) screen (see pages 18 and 33). Press repeatedly to...
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...turned off before unplugging the power cord. If the LED blinks in red when your desired input. Unplugging the power cord while the TV is turned off . Lights up in red continuously, this button serves as left/right buttons. CHANNEL + 5 POWER Press to remain...Lights up in green when the Backlight feature is set . For details, see contacting Sony information on . 9 (IR) Infrared Receiver Light Sensor Receives IR signals from the remote control. In the menu screen, these buttons serve as confirming the selection or setting. Senses room light level and adjusts...
...turned off before unplugging the power cord. If the LED blinks in red when your desired input. Unplugging the power cord while the TV is turned off . Lights up in red continuously, this button serves as left/right buttons. CHANNEL + 5 POWER Press to remain...Lights up in green when the Backlight feature is set . For details, see contacting Sony information on . 9 (IR) Infrared Receiver Light Sensor Receives IR signals from the remote control. In the menu screen, these buttons serve as confirming the selection or setting. Senses room light level and adjusts...
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...enables you to enter a four-digit password. on the remote control Mode, Backlight, Picture, to perform a variety of the screen. Using TV Menus Using TV Menus MENU provides one button access for HDMI, Reset. shortcuts to their content and rating optimal viewing. from : Picture Parental..., Language, Auto Sort Control, Control for controlling your desired option, then press . 5 To exit press . The Screen menu allows you to to set up the TV to block programs customize several parameters for HDMI List or Product Support. use - The first Brightness, Color, Hue, ...
...enables you to enter a four-digit password. on the remote control Mode, Backlight, Picture, to perform a variety of the screen. Using TV Menus Using TV Menus MENU provides one button access for HDMI, Reset. shortcuts to their content and rating optimal viewing. from : Picture Parental..., Language, Auto Sort Control, Control for controlling your desired option, then press . 5 To exit press . The Screen menu allows you to to set up the TV to block programs customize several parameters for HDMI List or Product Support. use - The first Brightness, Color, Hue, ...
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... and choose a list of 8 inputs. 2 To select press . Press V/v to select the option Add to Favorites and press to add the current channel to your TV. 1 Press V/v to choose an external input from external inputs list, press MENU . • To change external inputs again, repeat steps 1-2. • To go... to Closed Captions (CC) screen on Channel menu (see your Favorites channel list. Favorites • To exit from the list of up to adjust Cable settings on Setup menu (see page 32). Closed Captions (CC) This option is a shortcut to adjust the picture size in the Wide Mode option (see...
... and choose a list of 8 inputs. 2 To select press . Press V/v to select the option Add to Favorites and press to add the current channel to your TV. 1 Press V/v to choose an external input from external inputs list, press MENU . • To change external inputs again, repeat steps 1-2. • To go... to Closed Captions (CC) screen on Channel menu (see your Favorites channel list. Favorites • To exit from the list of up to adjust Cable settings on Setup menu (see page 32). Closed Captions (CC) This option is a shortcut to adjust the picture size in the Wide Mode option (see...
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...) • You need a PC input signal to use PC-PIP function. • To turn on or off the Sub Window on the screen press from the External Inputs list. to TV Channels. • To exit from PC-PIP, you can also select a channel from your Favorites channels list on the blocked channels... Inputs, then select PC input from PC-PIP (PC input) 1 Press MENU and select External Inputs on the Shortcuts menu. 2 From External Inputs list, select TV input to return to change channels in the Sub Window, a padlock will appear on the Shortcuts menu. • When the PC input signal is not...
...) • You need a PC input signal to use PC-PIP function. • To turn on or off the Sub Window on the screen press from the External Inputs list. to TV Channels. • To exit from PC-PIP, you can also select a channel from your Favorites channels list on the blocked channels... Inputs, then select PC input from PC-PIP (PC input) 1 Press MENU and select External Inputs on the Shortcuts menu. 2 From External Inputs list, select TV input to return to change channels in the Sub Window, a padlock will appear on the Shortcuts menu. • When the PC input signal is not...
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... reduced when Light Sensor is set . Clear White Emphasizes white and light colors. The light sensor measures the room brightness which allows the TV to enable the automatic picture (screen) brightness control. Press B/b to brighten or darken the picture, then press to set . Gamma Adjusts the balance between the light and dark...
... reduced when Light Sensor is set . Clear White Emphasizes white and light colors. The light sensor measures the room brightness which allows the TV to enable the automatic picture (screen) brightness control. Press B/b to brighten or darken the picture, then press to set . Gamma Adjusts the balance between the light and dark...
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... in high-definition source. Full Select to enlarge the picture horizontally to fine tune overall sharpness. • Phase is disabled when the TV is 16:9 (high-definition source), select this requires special setup on the remote control, you to move the position of the picture up... DVD equipment's menu. When the original source is receiving a different video input than PC. 32 Allows you to change to the screen mode based upon program's content. Adjusts to fill the screen when the original source is not available when you are disturbing to you, select Off. If...
... in high-definition source. Full Select to enlarge the picture horizontally to fine tune overall sharpness. • Phase is disabled when the TV is 16:9 (high-definition source), select this requires special setup on the remote control, you to move the position of the picture up... DVD equipment's menu. When the original source is receiving a different video input than PC. 32 Allows you to change to the screen mode based upon program's content. Adjusts to fill the screen when the original source is not available when you are disturbing to you, select Off. If...
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... you set up a list of up to 8 of input signal you choose. Off Select if you are receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. Then select on the screen. Add Digital Channels Select to set Cable setting to On or Off in the Channel menu. When Auto Program is done, select OK.... ~ • IMPORTANT: You must perform Auto Program after cable or antenna is On, the TV will search over-the-air signals with an ...
... you set up a list of up to 8 of input signal you choose. Off Select if you are receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. Then select on the screen. Add Digital Channels Select to set Cable setting to On or Off in the Channel menu. When Auto Program is done, select OK.... ~ • IMPORTANT: You must perform Auto Program after cable or antenna is On, the TV will search over-the-air signals with an ...
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...presented using either half of the displayed labels, then press to highlight one of the whole screen (if available). Then when you press INPUT to change the following labels for programs that input appears on screen. 1 Press V/v to highlight the input (from several closed captions modes (for each input:... Info Banner Sets On or Off. Displays for most programs). You can select from the available options. Using TV Menus Using the Setup Menu Closed Captions (CC) Allows you to the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc. When On: displays the program name and the remaining time (if...
...presented using either half of the displayed labels, then press to highlight one of the whole screen (if available). Then when you press INPUT to change the following labels for programs that input appears on screen. 1 Press V/v to highlight the input (from several closed captions modes (for each input:... Info Banner Sets On or Off. Displays for most programs). You can select from the available options. Using TV Menus Using the Setup Menu Closed Captions (CC) Allows you to the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc. When On: displays the program name and the remaining time (if...
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... V/v/B/b to set day, hour, minutes and AM/PM. 3 Press MENU to set the timer by pressing - (numeric values) and (if the channel is digital) on -screen settings in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 60 or 120 minutes) that supports Control for HDMI List Product Support • Timer feature will be not available..., to set the hour, minutes, AM/PM, duration, days, source, channel and volume. Select OK to reset the TV to factory default values, or Cancel if you don't want to reset the TV to sort. On to turn on the remote control, then press B to go back to trouble shooting and contact...
... V/v/B/b to set day, hour, minutes and AM/PM. 3 Press MENU to set the timer by pressing - (numeric values) and (if the channel is digital) on -screen settings in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 60 or 120 minutes) that supports Control for HDMI List Product Support • Timer feature will be not available..., to set the hour, minutes, AM/PM, duration, days, source, channel and volume. Select OK to reset the TV to factory default values, or Cancel if you don't want to reset the TV to sort. On to turn on the remote control, then press B to go back to trouble shooting and contact...
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...10065; Check if Sleep is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of its serviceable life. (3-5 years in Channel settings is broken or bent. the screen. ❑ Check if the antenna has reached the end of Timer (page 38). ❑ If there is connected. No picture from the External... list. Poor picture Double images or ghosts. ❑ Check antenna/cable connections. ❑ Check the antenna location and direction. Select your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one channel. ❑ Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not presently in the...
...10065; Check if Sleep is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of its serviceable life. (3-5 years in Channel settings is broken or bent. the screen. ❑ Check if the antenna has reached the end of Timer (page 38). ❑ If there is connected. No picture from the External... list. Poor picture Double images or ghosts. ❑ Check antenna/cable connections. ❑ Check the antenna location and direction. Select your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one channel. ❑ Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not presently in the...