Sony BRAVIA KDL-32L4000 User manual

Operating Instructions
KDL-32L4000
KDL-37L4000
BRAVIA
©2008 Sony Corporation
Model:
KDL- 37L4000
Serial: 6001430

Serial No.
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
Safety
oOperate the TV only on 120-240 VAC.
oUse the AC powercord specified by Sony
and suitable for the voltage where you use
it.
o The plug is designed, for safety purposes,
to fit into the wall outlet only
one way. If
you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, contact your dealer.
o If you will not be using the TV for several
days, disconnect the power by pulling the
plug itself. Never pull on the cord.
oFordetails concerning safety precautions,
see "Important Safety Instructions" on
page
3.
Installing
o The TV should be installed near an easily
accessible power outlet.
oTo prevent internal heat buildup, do not
block the ventilation openings.
oDo not install the TV in ahot or humid
place,
or in aplace subject to excessive
dust
or mechanical vibration.
oAvoid operating the TV at temperatures
below
41°F (5°C).
o If the TV is transported directly from a
cold to awarm location,
or if the room
temperaturechanges suddenly, the picture
may be blurred
or show poor color due to
moisture condensation. In this case,
please wait afew hours to let the moisture
evaporate before turning on the TV.
oTo obtain the best picture, do not expose
the screen to direct illumination
or direct
sunlight.
It is recommended to use spot
lighting directed down from the ceiling
or
to cover the windows that face the screen
with opaque drapery.
It is desirable to
install the TV in aroom where the floor
and walls are not
of areflective material.
CAUTION
Use the following Sony TVs only with the
following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or
TV-stand.
..: Sony TV Mode~No.
KDL-32L4000 I KDL-37L4000
Sony~all-Mount
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Bracket MOdel No.. -
SU-WL500
SonYTV-Sta!1
d
SU-FL300M
Mod~INo. -
Use with other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or
TV-stand may cause instability and possibly
result in injury.
This device complies with part
15 of the FCC
rules. Operation
is subject to the following
two conditions:
(I) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
To prevent electric shock and blade exposure,do
not use this polarized AC plug with an extension
cord, receptacle
or otheroutlet unless the blades
can be fully inserted.
Pursuant to FCC regulations, you are
cautioned that any changes
or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could
void your authority to operate this
equipment.
NOTIFICATION
CAUTION
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: KDL-32L4000/KDL-37L4000
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital
device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and,
if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is
no guarantee that interference
will not occur in aparticular installation.
If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio
or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment
off and on,
the user is encouraged to try
to correct the
interference by one
or more of the following
measures:
oReorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
oIncrease the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
oConnect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver
is connected.
oConsult the dealer or an experienced
radiolTV technician for help.
The shielded interface cable recommended in
this manual must be used with this equipment in
order to comply with the limits for adigital
device pursuant to Subpart B
of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
___ Antenna lead-in
wire
Electric service
equipment
Antenna discharge
unit (NEC Section
810-20)
Grounding conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground clamps
--- Power service grounding
electrode system
NEC: National Electrical Code (NEC Art 250 Part H)
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this TV to rain or moisture.
ATTENTION
PRECAUCION
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO
NO ABRIR
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located
at the rear
of the TV. Record these
numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this TV.
Model Name
WARNING
Antenna grounding according
to the National Electrical Code,
ANSIINFPA 70
it
This symbol is intended to
~
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the
TV's
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute arisk
of electric
shock to persons.
~
This symbol is intended to
Ialert the user
to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
•instructions in the literature
accompanying the TV.
The TV shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the TV.
For customer in Canada
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
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Note
To Customers Important
Safety
Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such
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asradiators, heal registers, stoves, or other :, ••
apparatus (including amplifiers) that ::; 6"
produce heat. ID
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. Agrounding type plug
has two blades and athird grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete
outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table
specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the
apparatus. When acart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks
of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Sufficient expertise is required
for installing the specified TV. Be sure to
subcontract the installation to Sony dealer or licensed contractors and pay
adequate attention to safety during the installation.
Trademark Information
This television includes aQAM demodulator which should allow you to
receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription
service to acable service provider. Availability
of digital cable television
programming in your area depends on the type
of programming and signal
provided by your cable service provider.
Macintosh
is atrademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the
double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
Blu-ray Disc is atrademark.
"BRAVIA",
BRAVIA and mare trademarks orregistered trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
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13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods
of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
(Continued)
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: 4 inches
,(10 em)
4inches
(10 em)
Leave some space around the TV set as shown below.
Otherwise, air-circulation may be inadequate and cause
overheating, which may cause afire or damage to the
TV set.
Installed on the wall
11 7/S inches
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Allow adequate space around the TV set to ensure proper air circulation.
oNever place the TV in aconfined space, such as a
bookcase
or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
CLEANING
MOISTURE
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this TV to rain or
moisture.
o The TV must never be exposed to dripping, splashing, or spilling
liquids
of any kind.
o Do not place liquid filled objects such as avase or potted plant on the
TV.
oDo not use a power line operated TV set near
water; for example, near abathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement
or neara
swimming pool, etc.
When cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord to avoid any chance of
electric shock.
oClean the cabinet of the TV with adry soft
cloth.
,Leave at least
~ this much
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Air circulation is blocked.
: 4 inches
W'(10cm)
Leave at least this much space around the set.
Never install the TV set as follows:
Air circulation is blocked.
Installed with stand
11 7/
Sinches
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4inches
(10 em) ~
oWipe the LCD screen gently with asoft cloth.
oStubborn stains may be removed with acloth slightly moistened with
asolution
of mild soap and warm water.
o If using achemically pretreated cloth, please follow the instruction
provided
on the package.
oNever use strong solvents such as athinner, alcohol or benzine for
cleaning.
oPeriodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings is recommended to
ensure to proper ventilation.
VENTILATION
oNever place the TV on abed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface where ventilation openings may
be blocked.
oUnless proper ventilation is provided, the TV may accumulate dust and
cause damage.
oNever allow liquid or solid objects to fall into the
ventilation openings.
The ventilation openings in the TV are necessary to ensure reliable
operation
of the TV and to protect it from overheating.
o Do not block or cover the ventilation openings .... ",,') k ..
with cloth 0' oth~ m>leri,I,. "'~I'
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o If any liquid or solid object falls inside the TV unplug the TV
immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before
operating it further.
oNever push objects of any kind into the TV through the ventilation
openings as they may come in contact with dangerous voltage points
or short out parts that could result in afire or an electric shock.
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DWhen carrying the TV, to avoid pinching your hands or fingers do not
put your hands between the TV and stand, or hold the bottom comer of
the TV.
Excessivebumping motion
of amoving vehicle ~
or continuous swaying motion on a ~~t may It;~r rI ~
cause the TV to fall down and cause Injury. 0 l..30~V
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DSecure the TV to awall and/or stand.
DNever install the TV on unstable and/or uneven surfaces.
DDo not allow children to climb on
or play with furniture and TV sets.
DDo not install the TV on furniture that can easily be used
as steps, such
as achest
of drawers.
DCare should be taken to install the
TV where it cannot be pushed,
pulled over, or knocked down.
DCare should be taken to route all AC power cords and connecting
cables so that they cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.
DExposing the TV to seawater may cause afire,
electric shock or damage to your TV.
Medical institutions
Do not place this TV in aplace where medical
equipment
is in use. It may cause amedical
equipment malfunction.
DDo not install the TV in aplace exposed to
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direct airconditioning; moisture m~y condense rr ;,;,':;;,.; ~
i"ide.oo m.y """TV m"'""h"". >C.~
DDo not install the TV where it may be exposed to mechanical vibration.
DDo not install the TV where insects may enter.
DDo not install the TV in alocation where it may protrude, such
as on
or behind apillar, or any place you might bump your head
or receive
bodily injury.
DTo prevent fire keep flammable objects or open flame (e.g. candles)
away from the TV.
DDo not place optional equipment on top
of the TV.
Prevent the TV from toppling over
Take measures to prevent the TV from toppling over
and causing injury, damage to the TV and property.
Outdoor use
Do not install this TV outdoors. The TV should not be exposed to rain or
direct sunlight in order to avoid damage and possible fire orelectric shock.
Do not install this TV in avehicle, ship or other
vessel
D
Magnetic influence
DThis TV contains astrong magnet in the speaker unit that generates a
magnetic field. Keep any items susceptible
to magnetic fields away
from the speaker.
DElectro-magnetic radiation emitted from optional equipment installed
too closed to the
TV may cause picture distortion and/or noisy sound.
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DWhen lifting or moving the TV, hold it firmly from the bottom. Place
your palm directly underneath but do not squeeze the front panel or
recessed area.
CARRYING THE TV
Carry the TV in the specified manner
To avoid dropping the TV and causing serious injury, be sure to follow
these guidelines:
DBefore carrying the TV, disconnect all cables.
DCarrying the large size TV requires two or more people.
DWhen you carry the TV, place your hand as illustrated and hold it
securely. Do not put stress on the LCD panel.
DWhen carrying the TV, do not subject
it to shocks or vibration, or
excessive force.
INSTALLATION
The TV should be installed near an easily accessible AC power outlet.
DDo not install the TV face up or down, upside down or on its side.
DDo not install the TV in hot, oily, humid, or excessively dusty places.
DDo not install the TV in places subject to
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DFor energy conservation and safety reasons, practice unplugging the
AC power cord from the AC power outlet.
Unplugging the AC power cord from the wall outlet will completely
remove power from the TV.
DDuring lightning storms or when
the TV
is left unattended and
unused for extended periods
of
time, the AC power cord should
be unplugged from the wall
outlet. This will avoid possible
damage to your TV. Also unplug
the antenna to prevent damage
to
the TV.
DDo not overload the same
AC power outlet.
DNever use adamaged
AC power cord. A
damaged AC power cord can cause a
short-circuit, which may result
in afire or
electric shock.
Do not use adamaged or poorly fitting
AC power
outlet
as your TV's power source.
DInsert the plug fully into the outlet. If
it is loose, it
may cause arcing and result in afire.
Clean the AC power plug
Unplug the AC power plug and clean it ~n
occasionally to avoid dust from accumulating. r':J 0
While cleaning, look for signs of damage. A 81> ...
damaged AC power cord should never be used.
Wall-mount use
DWall-mount installation requires the use of
aWall-Mount Bracket. When installing or
removing the TV and the Wall-Mount
Bracket, be sure to use qualified
contractors.
Ifnot properly secured during
installation
or removal from the
Wall-Mount Bracket, the TV may fall and
cause serious injury.
DBe sure to follow the installation guide supplied with the Wall-Mount
Bracket when installing the TV.
DBe sure to attach the brackets with the specified parts supplied with the
Wall-Mount Bracket.
DDo not hang the TV from the ceiling. It may fall and cause serious
injury.
DDo not hang anything on the TV.
DDo not allow children to climb on the TV.
DKeep the power cord away from heat sources.
AC POWER CORD
DDo not touch the AC power cord and its plug
with wet hand, it may cause electric shock.
ATV set with athree-wire grounding type
AC power cord plug must be
connected to an
AC power outlet with aprotective earthing connection.
DDo not convert
or damage the AC power cord.
DConsult your electrician to have the outlet changed
to suit your TV.
DWhen disconnecting the AC power cord, grasp
the plug and disconnect from the wall outlet
first. Do not pull by the cord.
Subjecting the AC power cord to wear and/or abuse can damage the AC
power cord and your TV.
DDo not place the TV where the powercord can
be easily pinched, bent,
twisted, or catch your feet.
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DDo not allow anything to rest on or roll over the cord.
DBefore connecting cables, be sure to unplug the
AC power cord for
your safety.
DDo not move the TV with the
AC power cord (or other cables such as
audio and video) connected.
DUse only an original Sony AC power cord with your TV; no brand
substitution
is allowed.
DDo not use AC power cord supplied with the TV with any other
equipment.
ACCESSORIES
Keep small accessories out of children's reach.
Use only the specified accessories with this TV.
Volume Adjustment
DWhen using headphones, adjust the volume to
avoid excessive audio levels from causing
possible hearing loss.
BATTERIES
Your remote control batteries are consumables.
DTo preserve our environment, dispose
of used batteries according to
your local laws or regulations.
DDo not dispose
of batteries in afire.
DDo not short-circuit, disassemble
or overheat the batteries.
DReplace only with the same
or equivalent type of batteries. Using
incorrect replacement batteries can lead to
an explosion.
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LCD SCREEN
oAlthough the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and
has effective pixels
of 99.99% or more, black dots or bright points of
light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen.
This is astructural property of the LCD panel and is not amalfunction.
oThe LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and to
achieve ahigh level
of performance and picture quality, this TV's
backlightsetting is set to maximize the brightness of the TV. However,
uneven brightness may be observed when the LCD TV is viewed in a
dark ambient without an input source or blank screen. This condition
is normal and not amalfunction
of the TV. Changing the Picture mode,
Backlight setting, enabling the Light Sensor,
or turning on the Power
Management will improve this condition.
oTo avoid damaging the LCD panel, do not expose the LCD screen to
direct sunlight.
o Do not push or scratch the LCD screen, or place objects on top of the
TV. The images may be uneven
or the LCD panel may be damaged.
o If the TV is used in acold place, smear may occur in the picture or the
picture may become dark. This does not indicate afailure. These
phenomena improve as the temperature rises.
oGhosting may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously. It
should disappear after afew moments.
oThe LCD screen and enclosure get warm when the TV is in use. This
is not amalfunction.
oAvoid spraying insect repellent with volatile material on the LCD
screen.
oAvoid prolonged contact with rubber or plastic material to the LCD
screen.
Safety check
oUpon completion of any TV servicing or
repair, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks as specified by Sony
and to certify that the TV
is safe to operate.
Have aqualified service technician dispose
of the TV if it is not safe to operate.
For customers in the United States
Lamp in this product contains mercury, Disposal
of
these materials may be regulated due to
environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance
(www.eiae.org).
Broken screen panel
Do not throw anything at the TV as the impact can
cause the LCD screen glass to crack, break
or
scatter.
o If damage occurs to the LCD panel, small traces of liquid crystal
sandwiched between the glass may be found on scattered broken glass.
oDo not touch the broken glass with bare hands. As with any broken
glass pieces, avoid skin contact and exposure to your eyes or mouth.
Avoid direct contact with liquid ordamp surfaces
of the glass as these
may have an adverse effect on some people. The contacted area should
be rinsed thoroughly with water.
If conditions persist, see your doctor.
o If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch the TV until you have
unplugged the AC power cord. Otherwise electric shock may result.
SERVICING
Do not use the TV if you suspect the TV is
damaged or if the TV is damaged.
oDo not attempt to service the TV yourself
since opening the cabinet may expose you
to dangerous voltage levels or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
o If replacement parts are required, acquire a
written certification from the service
technician which states that adequate
replacement parts with the same
or similar
characteristics as the original parts have been
used. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
afire, an electric shock
or other hazards.
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Getting Started . ".. . .,..',
Welcome to the World of BRA VIA® 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 aSony TV Stand 17
Recommended Measures to Secure the TV 17
Bundling the Connecting Cables 19
Setting Up the Channel List -Initial Setup 20
Remote Control 21
TV Controls 24
Overview of MENU 25
Using the Picture Settings 25
Using the Sound Settings 26
Using the Screen Settings 27
Using the PC Settings 28
Using the Channel Settings 29
Using the Parental Lock Settings 30
Using the Setup Settings 33
Troubleshooting 35
Preparation for Wall Mounting 37
PC Input Signal Reference Chart 38
Specifications 39
Index 40
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Welcome to the World of BRA V I A@
Thank you for purchasing this Sony LCD Digital Color Television. This
manual is for model KDL-32L4000/KDL-37L4000. Be sure to check the
supplied accessories against the list on page 39.
Assembling the Table-Top Stand
Follow the assembling steps required to place on aTV stand.
1Take out the Table-Top Stand and screws from the carton. The screws
are found in the accessory bag.
Accessory bag
Table-Top Stand
tbJ Put your hands into the package, when taking out the TV from the
carton.
2Place the Table-Top Stand onto alevel and stable surface.
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Getting Started
3Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of the Table-Top Stand and align
the screws holes.
Rear of TV
b Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen.
b Be careful not to pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you
install the TV to the Table-Top Stand.
4Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand.
b If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to tighten at
approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}.
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Getting Started
Connecting the TV
To display clear crisp pictures, you must connect your TV correctly and select
the correct Wide Mode to display the picture
in the correct aspect ratio (see
"Changing the Wide Screen Mode" on page 22). It is strongly recommended to
connect the antenna/cable input using the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
to receive optimum picture quality signal. A300-ohm twin lead cable can be
easily affected by radio noise and the like, resulting in signal deterioration.
If
you use a300-ohm twin lead cable, keep it as far away from the TV as
possible.
You can also connect avariety of optional equipment to your TV (see page 15).
For multiple equipment connections, please refer to the Quick Setup Guide.
75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)
Cable
Cable System or
VHF/UHFAntenna
System
Cable Box/Digital
Cable Box
'9' To change channels using
the cable box, set your TV
to channel 3 or 4
depending on the cable
box channel output.
Auto Program will fix the
channel automatically.
12
Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) Antenna
I dO]} <IJ Rear of TV
CABLE/ANTENNA input
From Cable settings in Channel settings, select Cable On or Cable Off for
your type
of input signal.
Use this hookup
if
D You subscribe to acable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded
signals requiring acable box to view all channels, and
D You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment to
your
TV.
75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)
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Input
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jack ~ ~ Jack
Also, set Cable to On in the Cable settings in Channel settings (see page
29).

Getting Started •
Ifyou want to watch both antenna (over-the-air) and cable broadcast signals,
you'll need to use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied), as shown
below.
Cable System and
VHF/UHF Antenna
System
AlB Rear of TV
RF Switch CABLE/ANTENNA
~I. input
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Antenna
Use the A-B selector to switch between the
over-the-air signals and the cable signals. Then
set the Cable setting in the Channel settings to On
or Off, as described on page 29.
Satellite Receiver
and Cable/Antenna Rear of TV
CATV/Antenna cable
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AN cable
t-t-~--t SATELLITE IN
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO S VIDEO ~~ [01)---- Satellite antenna cable
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Satellite Receiver
ilJJ VIDEO IN 2is also available for aVIDEO cable connection.
t:bJ If your satellite receiver is not equipped with SVIDEO, use aVIDEO
cable (yellow) instead of the SVIDEO cable.
(In Run the Initial Setup program, as described in "Setting Up the Channel
List" on page 20 after completing your connections.
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Getting Started
VCR, Cable and
Antenna
Rear of TV
SVIDEO cable
NV cable
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. AUOIOO\lT
(OPTICAl)
Antenna cable r-P1.
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CATV cable
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fl.n VIDEO IN 2is also available for aVIDEO cable connection.
fl.n If your VCR is not equippedwith SVIDEO, use aVIDEO cable (yellow)
instead of the SVIDEO cable.
fl.n Run the Initial Setup program, as described in "Setting Up the Channel
List" on page
20 after completing your connections.

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Item Description
[I] VIDEO IN 2Connect to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other video
VIDEO/ equipment such
as video game equipment.
L(MONO)-AUDIO- (!JJ If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV's L(MONO)
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HDMI/ audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such
L-AUDIO-R
as aset-top box, DVD player, and NV receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition
video, plus digital audio.
~ HDMI IN 2 If the equipment has aDVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN
1(with HDMI-to-DVI cable or adapter) jack, and connect the audio jack to the L-AUDIO-R
jacks
of HDMI IN 1. (DVI connector is for video signals only.)
II-II 1111:
'iII=:::!J23
HDMI-to-DVI cable :><=
(1--+ QII[) Audio cable
HDMI adapter
(!JJ Do not connect aPC to the TV's HDMI input. Use the PC IN (RGB IN) input
instead when connecting aPC.
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Getting Started
Item Description
Connect to apersonal computer's video output connector using HDIS-HDIS cable (analog
RGB, not supplied). Can also be connected
to other analog RGB devices.
See "PC Input Signal Reference Chart" on page 38 for the signals that can be displayed.
!bJ For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use an adapter
(not supplied). If this is the case, connect the adapter to the computer before
connecting the HD15-HD15 cable.
!bJ If the picture is noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust the Phase and Pitch of the PC
Settings on page 28.
Connects to the SVIDEO output jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that has
SVIDEO. Provides better picture quality than composite video
([IJ/[ID).
Connect to the composite video and audio outputjacks on your AN equipment such as aVCR
or other video equipment. Asecond composite video and audio (VIDEO 2) is located on the
left side panel
of the TV.
Connects to the optical audio input of adigital audio equipment that is PCM/Dolby digital
compatible.
@] PC IN
(RGB/AUDIO)
[ID VIDEO IN 1
SVIDEO
[ID VIDEO IN 1
VIDEO/
L(MONO)-
AUDIO-R
[ID COMPONENT Connect to your DVD player's or digital set-top box's component video (YPBPR) and audio
IN 1/2 (1080i/ (LIR) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than the SVIDEO ([ID) and the
720p/480p/480i)/ composite video ([IJ/[ID) connections.
L-AUDIO-R
[I] DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
(OPTICAL)
lID AUDIO OUT Connect to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment. You can use
L-AUDIO-R (FIX) these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system.
[Q] AC IN Connects the supplied AC power cord.
II1J CABLE/ RF input that connects to your Cable or VHFIUHF antenna.
ANTENNA
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
!bJ VIDEO IN 1is equipped with SVIDEO. SVIDEO will be selected when both
composite video and SVIDEO are connected.
!bJ Component video (YPSPR) connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p,
and 1080i formats. Note that this
TV displays all picture format types in a
resolution of 1,366 dots x
768 lines.
{!:n HDMI connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p
formats. Note that this
TV displays all picture format types in aresolution of 1,366
dots x768 lines.
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Securing the TV
Preventing the TV
from Toppling
Use aSony TV
Stand
Recommended
Measures to Secure
the TV
Getting Started
Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling
over; as unsecured TVsmay topple and result in property damage, serious
bodily injury
or even death.
oSecure the TV to awall and/or stand.
oDo not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets.
oAvoid placing or hanging items on the TV.
oNever install the TV on:
•slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces.
•furniture that can easily be used
as steps, such as achest of drawers.
oInstall the TV where it cannot be pulled, pushed, or knocked over.
oRoute all AC power cords and connecting cables so that they are not accessible
to curious children.
Use aSony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction
manual provided with the Sony TV stand.
If aSony specified TV stand is not used, consider the following
recommended measures.
1Secure the Stand for the TV.
Make sure the TV stand can adequately support the weight of the TV.
Use two angle braces (not supplied) to secure the stand.
For each angle brace use the appropriate hardware to:
•attach one side
of the angle brace to the wall stud.
•attach the other side to the TV stand.
Angle brace
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Getting Started
2Secure the TV to the Stand.
Use the optional hardware listed below (not supplied):
•M6 x12-18mm anchor bolt (screwed into the TV's Table-Top Stand).
• A screw or similar (attach it to the TV stand).
•Rope or chain (strong enough to support the weight of the TV). Make
sure that there is no excess slack in the rope or chain.
An alternative way to secure the TV is with an optional Sony Support Belt Kit.
Screw hole on the
Table-Top Stand
:-----+-1- Anchor
bolt
~Screw
{tn 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
3Anchor the TV to the Wall.
Use the hardware listed below (not supplied).
•Two M6 x12-18mm anchor bolts (screw into the top-most wall-
mount holes located on the rear of the TV).
•Rope or chain (attach to one M6 anchor bolt).
•Wall-anchor (attach to the wall stud) strong enough to support the
weight of the TV (pass the rope through the wall-anchor, then attach
to the other M6 anchor bolt).
Rope or
chain
all-anchor
Wall-mount
holes
Anchor bolts
--r-+---;;L--'"
tl:n Measure 2provides minimal protection against the TV toppling over.
For further protection, follow all three measures recommended above.
{tn If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to tighten at
approximately 2.0 N·m {20 kgf·cm}.
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Bundling the
Connecting Cables
Getting Started
You can bundle the connecting cables with the supplied cable band as
illustrated below.
fbJ Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables.
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Getting Started
Setting Up the Channel List -Initial Setup
After you finish connecting your TV, you need to run Initial Setup, which
automatically sets up available channels. The Initial Setup screen appears
when you turn on your TV for the first time. If you do not want to set up the
channels at this time, you can do it later by selecting the Auto Program
option in the Channel settings (see page 29).
POWER
1Press 0to turn on the TV.
The Initial Setup screen appears.
2Press +1+ to highlight the desired
language.
3The message "First please connect
cable or antenna. Allow 50+ minutes
for completion." and "Start auto
program now?" appear, make sure you
already connected cable or antenna,
then select OK to start Auto Program.
If you want to start Auto Program
later, select Cancel.
t!:n If you have cable and antenna available, please connect cable first.
4The scanning of channels will start. If
you want to stop and run Auto
Program later, press Cancel.
SWhen Auto Program is complete,
press () to continue.
6 If the Initial Setup programming
found cable channels, you will be able
to scan antenna channels as well.
Connect the antenna using an A-B RF
switch (not supplied) and change the
switch to antenna then start Auto
Program to search antenna channels.
If the Initial Setup programming found antenna channels, the Auto
Program process will finish. If you want to scan cable channels, you
can do it later using the Channel settings.
To run Auto Program again at alater time
oUse the Auto Program feature as described on page 29.
To displaythe Picture in your Preferred Aspect Ratio
oSelect the proper Wide Mode as described on pages 22 and 27.
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