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Question posted by Anonymous-27991 on May 1st, 2011

Black Screen

" Sony bravia has audio but no picture - the screen is black. Can I get a new lamp and fix it myself?

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Operating Instructions - Page 3

... rules. s To obtain the best picture, do not expose the screen to excessive dust or mechanical vibration. To... to receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription service to rain or moisture. Note This television includes a QAM demodulator...Use the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET. Sony Appliance Model No. KDL-32S20L1 KDL-40S20L1 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. SU...
Operating Instructions - Page 7

...Doing so may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously. s Ghosting may damage the LCD panel. Optional wall mount Observe the ...as the temperature rises. s Do not expose the LCD screen surface to follow the operating instructions supplied with the wall...technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more, black dots or bright points of a Wall-Mount Bracket. Watching...
Operating Instructions - Page 9

... System 11 Cable Box/Digital Cable Box 12 Cable ...Picture Settings 26 Using the Sound Settings 28 Using the Screen Settings 29 Using the Setup Settings 31 Using the PC Settings...36 Using the Analog Setup Settings 37 Using the Digital Setup Settings 38 Other Information Troubleshooting...41 Preparation for Wall Mounting the KDL-32S20L1 43 Preparation for Wall Mounting the KDL-40S20L1...
Operating Instructions - Page 11

...and select the correct Wide Mode to display the picture in Setup settings, select Cable On or Cable Off for your TV (see "Changing the Wide Screen Mode" on page 46. If you for model KDL-32S20L1 and KDL40S20L1. For multiple equipment connections, ... affected by radio noise and the like, resulting in signal deterioration. It is for purchasing this Sony LCD Digital Color Television.
Operating Instructions - Page 15

... better picture quality than composite video (7). 7 VIDEO IN 1/3 VIDEO/ L(MONO)AUDIO-R Connect to the composite video and audio output jacks on the left side panel of the TV. 8 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) Connect to the TV's HDMI input. qa AC IN Connects the supplied AC power cord. A third composite video and audio (VIDEO 2) is for digital channels.) DIGITAL) 0 HD...
Operating Instructions - Page 18

..., the Initial Setup message will appear each time you turn on the TV as described on -screen display language. The Initial Setup screen appears when you complete the Auto Program. To add individual digital channels ❑ Use the Digital Channels feature as a reminder until you turn on your TV, you want to highlight "OK...
Operating Instructions - Page 19

... image. Move the sub screen with V v B b. Basic Operations Basic Operations Remote Control 1 2 3 4 5 Button 1 TV/VIDEO 2 SLEEP 3 FREEZE Description Press repeatedly to select the channels from the station). Use them as MENU. 4 PICTURE Press repeatedly to remain on a unique mission. With Freeze function active, some functions are watching digital (Digital channels (if it is...
Operating Instructions - Page 20

... with TV functions and settings. Alternate Audio (When available) Each program has a main video and audio stream (the video or audio that you to customize the program settings...example, to mute the sound. Press to the previous screen when displaying MENU items and settings. See "Overview of this TV, press DIGITAL/ANALOG. qa MUTING qs POWER Description Program information in ...
Operating Instructions - Page 21

... Wide Mode settings. Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching the e and E on screen display) will turn off after two seconds. Press once to change channels immediately. Press to display the...Wide Zoom Normal Full m Wide Zoom Normal This mode is associated with your current input: Analog TV, Digital TV, or External Inputs (with the exception of PC input). (See page 26, 28, 31,...
Operating Instructions - Page 23

... provides one button access for controlling your TV settings. 1 Press MENU on the screen rather than a variety of tasks intuitively with a control panel on the remote. When you press the MENU button, you to exit. 1 MENU External Inputs Analog Favorites Digital Favorites Analog Digital Settings Select from connected equipment Select: Set: Exit: MENU 23
Operating Instructions - Page 25

... access to the features: 1 Press MENU. 2 Select . 3 Highlight the item: Picture, Sound, Screen, Setup, PC Settings, Analog Setup, Digital Setup. 4 Press to The Settings feature lets you can be performed from page 26. The options you enter the settings screen. To exit Settings, press MENU. Settings and adjustments can adjust vary depending on various...
Operating Instructions - Page 27

...Black Corrector "Custom Picture Mode" Contrast Enhancer Resets all the advanced settings to High, it will reduce the sharpness of the picture. If the function is especially effective for dark images which increases the vibrancy of the pictures... the balance between the light and dark areas of the picture for Digital TV channels. Clear White Emphasizes white and light colors. ...
Operating Instructions - Page 33

... TV on and the Current Time is turned on. 3 Press MENU to exit Settings. Select to enable the automatic picture (screen) brightness control. Select to have the TV volume start at a scheduled time. Select On to reduce the power consumption... the day(s), hour, minute, AM/PM, duration, channel number (VHF/UHF, CATV or Digital), and volume. This also enhances the black level.
Operating Instructions - Page 41

... following numbers: http://www.sony.com/TVsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Residents 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Residents Problem Possible Remedies No picture. Poor picture. Select your Sony TV, please visit our website... Power Saving mode to Low or High, it will enhance the black level. The TV turns off automatically. ❑ Check if the Sleep Timer is connected using...
Operating Instructions - Page 42

... the TV. ❑ Florescent lamps can interfere with theatrical releases). How to reset the TV to factory settings. ❑ Turn on the settings screen, then enter the following master password: 4357. Other Information Problem Possible Remedies No sound/Noisy sound Good picture, no text is especially common with your digital sources display a loss of...
Operating Instructions - Page 46

... stand (in kg.) with stand (in lb.) without stand (in kg.) without stand (in lb.) KDL-40S20L1 40 KDL-32S20L1 32 55 × 150 2 1/4 × 6 200 W 42 × 150 1 11/16 × 6 150 W All models less than 500 mVrms (Fixed) PC IN 7: D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, positive See the PC Input...
Quick Setup Guide - Page 1

... can often be connected for completion. Do you the best possible picture quality. 2-693-551-11(1) KDL-32S20L1 KDL-40S20L1 Quick Setup Guide For further information, see the operating instruction supplied with a single cable: Best Audio Connector Type Audio/Video Video Connector Type HD OPTICAL OUT Digital Optical Performance HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HD HD...
Limited Warranty (US Only) - Page 1

...Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For an accessory or part not available from the product. 2-693-552-01 x S LCD Television 18M LIMITED WARRANTY(US ONLY) SONY ELECTRONICS INC. ("SONY...obligations with new or ...screen size television products through a SONY-authorized service facility. any enclosed software Limited Warranty. Please refer to state. ©2006 Sony...
Marketing Specifications (KDL40S2000) - Page 1

...Sony's Freeze Function is a useful function that allows you want to produce an amazingly immersive sound experience. KDL-40S2000 BRAVIA™ S-Series Digital LCD Television Key Features HDTV with ATSC Digital Tuner BRAVIA Engine™ full digital video processor Digital audio amplifier 1366 x 768 HD Panel Resolution Light sensor backlighting control Space saving bottom speaker design Picture...
Marketing Specifications (KDL40S2000) - Page 2

... by both the PC and the Sony TV. KDL-40S2000 BRAVIA™ S-Series Digital LCD Television Features General Auto SAP: Yes Closed Caption (CC): Yes ID1 Detection: Yes Video Label: Yes Video Tuner: ATSC Video Processing: Yes (BRAVIA Engine™ System) Noise Reduction: Yes Comb Filter: 3D Digital Comb Filter Light Sensor: Yes Picture Modes: Vivid, Standard, Custom Wide Mode...

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