Sony KDL-26M3000 - 26" Bravia M-series Digital Lcd... User manual

Operating Instructions
KDL-26M3000 KDL-26ML130
KDL-32M3000 KDL-32ML130
KDL-37M3000
BRAVIA
©2007 Sony Corporation

Model Name
Use with other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET
may cause instability and possibly result in
injury (see page 12).
To Customers
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.
Use the following Sony
TV's only with the
following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET.
Note
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.
For Customers in Canada
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
oIf the TV is transported directly from a
cold to awarm location, or
if the room
temperaturechanges suddenly, thepicture
may be blurred or show poor colordue to
moisture condensation. In this case,
please wait afew hours to let the moisture
evaporate before turning on the TV.
o To 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 waIls are not
of areflective material.
CAUTION
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.
Safety
oOperate the TV only on 120 V AC.
oUse the AC power cord specified by Sony
and suitable for the voltage where you use it.
oThe plug is designed, for safety purposes,
to fit into the wall outlet only one way.
If
you are unable to insert the plug fuIly into
the outlet, contact your dealer.
o If any liquid or solid object should fall
inside the cabinet, unplug the
TV
immediately and have it checked by
qualified service personnel before
operating it further.
o If you will not be using the TV for several
days, disconnect the power by pulling the
plug itself. Never puIl on the cord.
oWhen disconnecting AC power cord, the
power cord should easily accessible for
disconnection.
oFordetails concerning safety precautions,
see "Important Safety Instructions" on
page 4.
Installing
oThe TV should be instaIled 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).
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. Thisequipmentgenerates,
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 a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision
reception, whichcan 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 outleton a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
oConsult the dealer or an experienced
radiolTV technician for help.
NOTIFICATION
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: KDL-26M3000/KDL-26ML
1301
KDL-32M3000/KDL-32MLl301
KDL-37M3000
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo
San Diego,
CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with part IS
of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following
twoconditions:
(I) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
PRECAUCION
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTAICO
NOABRIR
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.
Serial No.
To prevent electric shock, do not use this
polarized AC plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can
be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the
product'senclosurethat may
be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute arisk
of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions
in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
The TV must not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. Do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases on the TV.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this TV to rain or moisture.
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Important Safety Instructions 4
The
Four Steps to Stunning HD Experience:
Set,
Sound, Source, and Setup 9
Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio 9
Getting Started
1. Installing the TV 11
Preventing the TV from Toppling Over 11
Bundling the Connecting Cables 11
Preparation for Wall-Mounting 12
2. Locating outputs and inputs 13
Left side 13
Rear 14
3. Connecting the TV 16
Cable system and/or VHF/UHF 16
HD Cable BoxlHD Satellite Box 16
PC 18
Other Equipment 19
4. Setting Up the Channel List -
Initial
Setup 20
Basic Operations
Remote Control and TV
Controls/Indicators 21
Inserting Batteries into the
Remote control
21
Remote Control 21
Indicators 24
Using the TV Menus
Navigating through TV Menus 25
Menu Descriptions 25
Using the Applications Menu 26
Using the Picture Menu 28
Using the Sound Menu 28
Using the Screen Menu 29
Using the Channel Menu 30
Using the Parental Lock 31
Using the Setup Menu 35
OtherInformation
Troubleshooting 38
Specifications 41
Index 42
Trademark Information
Macintosh is atrademark licensed to Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S.A.
and other countries.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and
double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface
(HDMITM)
technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks
of HDMI Licensing
LLC.
Blu-ray is atrademark. "BRAVIA" and
BRAVIA, 1!iI, and PS3 are
trademarks or registered marks
of Sony Corporation.
[](] IDOLByr
DIGITAL
HIOH-DEF1NIT10N TELEVISION
Quick Setup Guide (separate volume)
Provides avariety 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.calregistration 3

Leave some space around the TV set as show
Otherwise, air-circulation may be i
ate
overheating, which may cause a fl mag
Installed on the wall

Thank you for purchasing this Sony B RAV IA ™high-definition television. The quality of the image you see
on your BRAVIA
TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail
of your new BRAVIA
TV, you need access to HD programming. Your BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD
programming from:
•Over-the-air broadcasting via HD-quality antenna
•HD cable subscription
•HD satellite subscription
•Blu-ray
Disc™ player or other external equipment
Contact your cable or satellite provider for information on upgrading to HD programming.
To learn more about HDTV, visit: http://www.sony.com/HDTV
The Four Steps to Stunning HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source,
and Setup
Along with your BRAVIA TV set, acomplete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD
programming and proper
setup connections. This manual explains basic setup connections (see page 16).
The Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to connect other optional equipment.
Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio
You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement and high-impact visuals from 1 DaDi HD signals. When
you compare ahigh-definition signal to astandard analog signal, you will notice abig difference. The 1
DaDi
HD signals provide more than twice the vertical resolution of the standard TV signal.
High-definition and standard-definition signals are transmitted with different aspect ratios (the width-to-height
ratio of the image). HDTV uses awider screen than conventional standard-definition
TV.
16:9 (high-definition) source
Most HDTV signals use awide screen aspect ratio of
16:9. The 16:9fills your BRAVIA screen and maintains a
crisp, clear, vivid picture.
4:3 (standard-definition) source
Most standard-definition signals use aboxy 4:3 aspect
ratio. When a4:3 image
is displayed on an HDTV, you
will see black bars on the sides. The picture quality may
not be as sharp as with HD sources.
(b
• You can use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to fit the entire screen (see pages 23 and 29).
•This TV supports signals up to I080i.
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1. Installing the TV
p
•The Table-Top Stand for this product is packaged separately (for models KDL-26M3000/KDL-26ML1301
KDL-37M3000).
To install the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand before the connection and setup, refer to the
Table-Top Stand instructions (supplied with the TV set).
-
Table-Top
Stand
//
2
1Screw the support belt (supplied) to the TV
stand (not supplied) with awood screw
(supplied).
2Attach the support belt to the Table-Top Stand
with the securing screw (supplied) using a
coin, etc.
3Adjust the length by pulling the support belt
toward you while holding the Table-Top Stand.
p
• Be sure to take measures to prevent the TV from
toppling over and causing injury.
•The supplied wood screw may not be used depending
on the type
of TV stand. In this case, or when the
securing strength is not enough, use commercial screws
1/8 to 3/16 inch (3 to 4mm) diameter to fit to the TV
stand. Consult your dealer about the types
of screw(s).
You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated
below.
p
•Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting
cables.
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4Do not remove any other screws from the TV.
p
•Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other
.than to wall-mount the
TV.
Use the following Sony TV's only with the
following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET.
p
•Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top
Stand in asafe place until you are ready to reattach the
Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from small
children.
•For bracket installation, refer to the Wall-Mount insert
(supplied in the accesories) and the instruction guide
provided by the Wall-Mount Bracket model for your
TV. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV,
especially to determine the strength of the wall for
withstanding the
TV's weight.
• For product protection and safety reasons, Sony
strongly recommends
that you use the Wall-Mount
Bracket model designed for your TV
and the wall-
mounting ofyour TV should be performed by a
Sony dealer
or licensed contractor.
Gently lay the TV, face down, onto alevel and
stable surface covered with athick and soft
cloth. Make sure the Table-Top Stand is
hanging over the edge.
Remove the screws as shown in the illustration
for your model and pull the Table-Top Stand
out.
3
This TV can be installed on awall by using aWall-
Mount Bracket (sold separately). Before mounting
the TV on awall, the Table-Top Stand must be
removed from the TV.
Follow the simple steps below to remove the Table-
Top Stand:
1Disconnect all the cables from the TV.
2
(bJ
•Use with other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET may cause
instability and possibly result in injury.
Model: KDL-37M3000
Remove 4designated screws only.
Model: KDL-26M3000
KDL-26ML130
KDL-32M3000
KDL-32ML130
Remove 3designated screws only.
tt
t
Table-Top
Stand Level surface
covered with a
soft cloth Table-Top
Stand
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2. Locating outputs and inputs
Left side
Item Description
-
[I] Headphones
jack
VIDEOIN2
VIDEO!
L(MONO}-
RAUDIO
Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use asuitable plug
adapter (not supplied).
rln
•While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted.
Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other video
equipment such
as aVCR or video game equipment.
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• If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV's L(MONO) audio
input jack.
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Rear
l
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SERVI E
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VHF/UHFI
CABLE
Item Description
@] HDMIIN 1/2
R-AUDIO-L HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital
audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such
as DVD player, aset-top box,
AN receiver and Blu-ray disc player as well as Pc. HDMI
supports enhanced or high definition video plus digital audio.
b
• If the equipment has aDVI and not aHDMI connector, use aHDMI to DVI cable or adapter
to connect the DVI output to either HDMI IN 1or HDMI IN 2input, and connect the audio
jacks to the AUDIO (LIR) jacks below the HDMI IN
2. (DVI connector is for video signals
only, the Audio jacks provide support for the audio.)
HDMI-to-DVI cable
~ .... [Ji
HDMI-to-DVI adapter Audio cable
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VIDEO IN 1
SVIDEO
VIDEO IN 1/3
VIDEOI
L(MONO)-
AUDIO-R
b
•For better PC view, use the PC IN (ROB IN) input.
•HDMI connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p,
nop, and 1080i formats. Note that this
TV displays all video input signals in aresolution
of 1,366 dots x768 lines.
Connects to the SVIDEO output jack
of your VCR or other video equipment that has
SVIDEO. SVIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video ([ID). SVIDEO
does not provide sound, you need to connect the audio cables.
Connect to the composite video and audio outputjacks on your
AN equipment such as aVCR
or other video equipment. Athird composite video and audio (VIDEO IN
2) input is located
on the left side panel
of the TV.

Item Description
AUDIO OUT Connect to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment. You can use
(FIX) these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system.
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OUT (COAXIAL) compatible.
rnr PC IN Connect to apersonal computer's video output connector using HDI5-HDI5 cable (analog
(RGB/AUDIO) RGB, not supplied).
See PC Input Signal Reference Chart on page
18 for the signals that can be displayed.
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•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-HDI5
cable.
[§] COMPONENT
IN (1080i1720p/
480p/480i)/
L-AUDIO-R
Connect to your DVD player's or digital set-top box's component video (YPBPR) and audio
(UR) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than the SVIDEO (@]) or the
composite video (lID) connections. -
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SERVICE ONLY This USB port is for service only.
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VHF/UHF/ RF input that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna.
CABLE
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•Component video (YPBPR) or HDMI connection are necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats. Note that
this TV displays all format types
of picture in its native resolution of 1,366 dots x768 lines.
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3. Connecting the TV
Rear of TV
Rear of TV
SEfWICE
ONl.V
I ~ATv/satellite
aanlenna cable
1
~O~"
HO cable box!
HO satellite box
HOMI cable
r
i
~
You can also enjoy high definition programming by
subscribing to high definition cable service or high
definition satellite service. For the best possible
picture, connect these components to your TV via the
HDMI or component video (with audio) input on the
back
of your TV.
Shown with HDMI Connection
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•Be sure to set Cable setting to Cable On or Cable
Off
in Channel menu for the type of input signal you
choose (see page 30 for more details.).
Rear of TV
~VHF/UHF/
Ell CABLE input
75-ohm coaxial cable
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(not supplied) !dI]1f
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•It is strongly recommended that you connect the
antenna/cable input using a75-ohm coaxial cable (not
supplied)
to receive optimum picture quality. A
300-ohm twin lead cable can be easily affected by radio
frequency interference, resulting in signal degradation.
Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)
Cable and VHFIUHF (or VHF only)
If you want to watch both cable and antenna (over-
the-air)
programming, you will need to use an
optional A-B RF Switch (not supplied) to switch
between the cable and over-the air antenna
programming, as shown.
A-B RF
Switch
~
Cable VHF/UHF/CABLE input E
~ dih ID I dI]1f..J
!~~
Antenna
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Shown with DVI Connection -
AUdJ cable
SERVICE
ONLY
AUDIO-L
(white)
.L.....-"'--- AUDIO-R
(red)
fI1 ....•. '. "
lIJ
Rear of TV CATV/Satellite
r--;:=======~-----'----------' antenna cable
DVI-to-HJMI cable 1 I
HD cable boxlHD satellite box ~ a
..... "'" ,,""',.'" 1-
1
r.;'~:
~:::.:.::.::::..~l~_:_r; __ Ge_tEJ ~~-,.J0'"
p
• If the equipment has aDVI and not aHDMI connector, use aHDMI to DVI cable or adapter to connect the DVI output
to either HDMI IN Ior HDMI IN 2input, and connect the audio jacks to the AUDIO
(UR) jacks below the HDMI IN
2. (DVI connector is for video signals only, the Audio jacks provide support for the audio)
Component
video cable
Audio cable
r
CATV/Satellite antenna cable
HD cable boxlHD satellite box !
t:~~ ~;~; '~.'.:.':".:""'. 1 ~~.
P .1 I'~J '~"'"
~~~:... -~ :::::::::...:::...... '
Y(green)
PR (red)
PB (blue)
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SHWIGE
ONLY
~=;:.._:n AUDIO-L (white)
C. AUDIO-R (red)
Rear of TV
Shown with Component Connection
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1Use the TV as amonitor for your PC.
Shown below with the HD15 to HD15 connection. This TV can also be connected to aPC with DVI or
HDMI output. (Refer to the supplied Quick Setup Guide.)
Rear of TV
SERVICE
ONLY
HD15-HD15
-cable (analog
RGB)
I
Audio cable (stereo mini plugs)
(b
•Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using the HOtS-HOtS cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable
(page 15).
PC Input Signal Reference Chart
After connecting the PC to the
TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the chart below.
(b
•This TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.
•This
TV's PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals.
•For the best picture quality, it
is recommended to use the signals (boldfaced) in the above chart with a60 Hz vertical
frequency from apersonal computer. In plug and play, signals with a60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected
automatically. (PC reboot may be necessary.)
•
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Blu-ray
Disc Player/
"PS3"
VCR
DVD
player
Digital
satellite
receiver Digital
cable box
SERVICE
ONLY
Audio
system Personal
computer Headphones Camcorder
•
VHFIUHFI
CABLE
VHF/UHF/CABLE
-
Game system Digital
recorder Analog audio equipment
(AN Receiver/Home Theater) Digital audio
equipment
{b
•Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.
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4. 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
menu (see page 30).
POWER
1Press 0to turn on the TV.
The Initial Setup screen appears.
2Press +1+ to highlight the desired language,
then press G.
3The message "First please connect cable
orantenna"and "Start auto program
now?"appears, make sure you already
connected Cable or Antenna, then select
Yes
to start Auto Program. If you want to start
Auto Program later press No.
~
·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 CD
to continue
6 If the Initial Setup programming found
Cable channels, you will be able to scan
Antenna channels as well. Connect the
Antenna, you can use 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 menu (see page 30).
To run Auto Program again at alater time
oUse the Auto Program feature as described on page 30.
To Display the Picture in your Preferred Aspect Ratio
oSelect the proper Wide Mode as described on pages 23 and 29.
~
• You may want to set up convenient features such as Favorites (see page 26), Show/Hide Channels
(see page 30), Label Channels (see page 30) when Auto Program is completed.
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