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Picture Symptoms: Connected Equipment

No picture from some video sources.

Poor picture quality on PC input.

No picture from some video sources.

Check the connection between the optional video equipment and TV.

Press INPUT.

Press HOME, then select

→ the desired input.

Poor picture quality on PC input.

Adjust the resolution.

Adjust [Pitch] and [Phase].

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Summary of Contents for Bravia KDL-32CX525

Page 1: ...anual BRAVIA TV Features Watching TV Settings Home Menu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page KDL 46CX525 40CX525 32CX525 Trademark information Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 2: ...on on usage Indicators on the i Manual screen i Manual operations To return to the previous layer proceed to the next layer press To step through pages press To jump to the top page of i Manual press the corresponding color button To bookmark the page remove bookmark press the corresponding color button To operate the TV or change settings press i MANUAL to exit i Manual Some features can be start...

Page 3: ...Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page BRAVIA TV Features BRAVIA TV Features Presence Sensor BRAVIA Internet Video Internet Widgets Wireless LAN Ready BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI Skype Ready TrackID Music Search Video Search Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 4: ...u Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Watching TV Watching TV Digital Electronic Program Guide Favorites Wide Mode Picture Mode Photos Music Videos Twin Picture PIP Twin Picture P P Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 5: ...sing Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Settings Home Menu About the Home Menu Settings Picture Display Sound Preferences i Manual Channels Inputs Network Product Support Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 6: ...rnet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Using Other Equipment Internet Using Other Equipment Internet VCR DVD Player Audio System USB Device e g Digital Camera Picture Frame HDMI Equipment Internet Wireless LAN Home Network Media Remote PC Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 7: ...enu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Parts Description Parts Description Remote Control Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom TV Controls and Indicators Front Right Terminals Rear Right Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 8: ...ooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Picture Symptoms General Picture Symptoms TV Program Picture Symptoms Connected Equipment Sound Symptoms Wireless Network Connection Symptoms Internet Video Symptoms Internet Widget Symptoms Home Network DLNA Symptoms Other Symptoms Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 9: ...ual BRAVIA TV Features Watching TV Settings Home Menu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Bookmarks Bookmarks How to Use Bookmarks Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 10: ...picture display Two picture display Audio out settings external Headphones settings Sound settings Speaker settings TV start up sound GUIDE HOME INTERNET VIDEO TrackID Audio System Digital Still Camera HDMI device Home Network PC Wired LAN Wireless LAN Adapter USB BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment Digital Still Camera Photo music video playback Slideshow Sync Menu USB Auto Start DLNA certified medi...

Page 11: ...Internet content update Internet Video Widgets Wireless LAN Eco settings Home Menu Idle TV Standby PC Power Management Power Saving Timer Other Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 12: ...g TV Digital Electronic Program Guide Favorites Wide Mode Picture Mode Photos Music Videos Twin Picture PIP Twin Picture P P Settings Home Menu About the Home Menu Settings Picture Display Picture Adjustments Screen for inputs other than a PC Screen for PC input Pro Picture Setup Sound Sound Adjustments Analog MTS Audio Digital Dual Mono Speakers Headphone Audio Out Headphone Speaker Link Audio Ou...

Page 13: ...Mode HDMI Settings USB Auto Start Network Network Setup Refresh Internet Content Home Network Setup Product Support Contact Sony Digital Signal Diagnostics Analog Signal Diagnostics Automatic Software Download Software Update Using Other Equipment Internet VCR DVD Player Audio System USB Device e g Digital Camera Picture Frame HDMI Equipment Connecting HDMI Equipment Viewing from HDMI Equipment BR...

Page 14: ...ntrol Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom TV Controls and Indicators Front Right Terminals Rear Right Troubleshooting Picture Symptoms General Picture Symptoms TV Program Picture Symptoms Connected Equipment Sound Symptoms Wireless Network Connection Symptoms Internet Video Symptoms Internet Widget Symptoms Home Network DLNA Symptoms Other Symptoms Bookmarks How to Use Bookmarks Return to Top Copyright ...

Page 15: ...NA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks service marks or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance TrackID is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB Music and video recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery For more inform...

Page 17: ...oring a viewer presence via the built in sensor When no viewer is detected in front of the TV for a preset time the picture automatically turns off while leaving only the TV sound on Additionally after 30 minutes in picture off mode the TV will switch to standby mode To set Presence Sensor press HOME then select Preferences Eco Presence Sensor the desired option Presence Sensor detection range Sen...

Page 18: ... etc The sensor is sensitive to movement from side to side and up and down and is less sensitive to the viewer s forward or backward movement Sensor detection range may vary depending on the TV s location room temperature and lighting conditions Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 19: ...wireless wired LAN in Internet Wireless LAN in this manual 2 Press INTERNET VIDEO then select BRAVIA Internet Video the desired service 3 Highlight the desired content then press If you experience difficulties with this feature check that the Internet connection is set up properly Information about the highlighted icon appears in the information banner The interface to Internet content depends on ...

Page 21: ...dband Internet connection For details see the information on wireless wired LAN in Internet Wireless LAN in this manual 2 Press HOME then select 3 Select the desired Widget to display on the screen If you experience difficulties with this feature check that the Internet connection is set up properly This feature may not be available in some regions countries Available Widgets depend on your region...

Page 22: ...The Widgets can be deactivated While the Widget is displayed press OPTIONS then select Deactivate To reactivate the Widget select it from Widget Gallery Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 23: ...ter may not be available If your TV has two USB ports be sure to connect the USB Wireless LAN Adapter to the upper USB port Connecting to your wireless LAN 1 Set up your wireless router or access point For details refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router or access point 2 Check your wireless LAN environment using the following chart Tip for smooth video streaming Change the setting ...

Page 24: ...he instruction manual of your wireless router or access point 2 Press HOME then select Network Network Setup The start up screen appears 3 Select Wireless Setup Scan 4 Select a network from the list of scanned wireless networks then follow the on screen instructions TYPE 4 Unsecured network using only SSID 1 Check the SSID wireless network name If you do not know the SSID refer to the instruction ...

Page 25: ...connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is compatible with Control for HDMI When specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI BRAVIA Sync is connected and powered on and Control for HDMI is set to On BRAVIA Sync is automatically activated on the equipment Available BRAVIA Sync operations BD DVD player Automatically turns the BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment on and swi...

Page 26: ... video camera off when you turn the TV off Controls menu operation playback e g and channel selection of the connected equipment through the TV s remote control Controlling BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment You can control BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment by the TV s remote control Press SYNC MENU then select HDMI Device Selection the desired equipment Any BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment except au...

Page 28: ... Skype you could make great savings by calling them on their landline or mobile using Skype To use this feature the TV has to be connected to the Internet For more information on Skype please visit http www Skype com No emergency calls Skype is not a replacement for your telephone and can t be used for emergency calling Skype may not be available while some other applications are being used Use of...

Page 29: ...l allowing you to answer the call Connecting the optional Camera and Microphone Unit CMU BR100 Attach the camera to the top or rear of the TV then connect the USB cable to the TV s USB port The Camera and Microphone Unit captures your voice Creating your Skype account required only if you have no account yet 1 Press HOME then select Skype 2 Follow the on screen instructions to create your account ...

Page 30: ...tact or phone number from the call history list Press HOME then select Skype History the contact phone number to call Video Call Voice Call The icons in the history list indicate the following Missed call Incoming call Outgoing call Voice mail Authorization request Dialing a phone number Enter a phone number using the dial pad 1 Press HOME then select Skype Tools Call Phone Number 2 Enter a phone ...

Page 31: ...l options For the best audio quality during a Skype call use the speakers that are built into the TV instead of using an external audio system To use the TV speakers press OPTIONS then select Speakers TV Speakers When the other party is displayed in full screen you can show hide the menu bar by pressing DISPLAY Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation Menu bar ...

Page 32: ...c is playing press TrackID A message appears displaying the number of search results The search results are stored in Bookmarks 2 Press to launch the Music Search application for detailed information 3 Select a search result in the list To use this feature the TV has to be connected to the Internet After making Internet connection and completing Network Setup perform Refresh Internet Content Press...

Page 33: ...arch Enables access to information about track artist and album In case of Video Search Enables access to information about video cast and content related links Details Displays details about the selected tab Search Apps Add to Bookmarks Search Apps Enables a search for related content in other applications Add to Bookmarks Adds the currently displayed item to Bookmarks for later viewing Bookmarks...

Page 34: ...ect Delete To delete all Bookmarks 1 In the Music Search Video Search application select Bookmarks 2 Press OPTIONS then select Delete All Protected Bookmarks will not be deleted To protect a Bookmark 1 In the Music Search Video Search application select Bookmarks the Bookmark to protect 2 Press OPTIONS then select Protect To unprotect a Bookmark 1 In the Music Search Video Search application selec...

Page 35: ...for easy selection of a desired program This feature provides current program information and weekly program guides for the next eight days You can easily access desired programs and program information Press GUIDE to display the program guide This function is only available for a digital broadcast This function is available depending on your region Program Guide Current Program guide screen name ...

Page 36: ...ogram guide screen name Displays the weekly program guide service To switch to the current guide press HOME then select Guide Current Channel information Displays a channel title and number for a broadcaster A weekly listing for the highlighted channel appears on the program list Program list Displays a program schedule for the selected channel You can display program information by highlighting a...

Page 37: ... channels or external inputs e g game console DVD player You can manage various items including your media files Internet content and Widgets and select them from Favorites Press HOME then select the desired item A slideshow automatically starts when a folder of photos is selected Internet content e g Internet Video Widgets may not be available in some regions countries Recently viewed items are c...

Page 38: ...er fit content you are viewing Press WIDE repeatedly to select the desired option then press Based on the original signal source a black frame or black bars may surround the picture Changing the wide mode from 4 3 original source Wide Zoom Enlarges the picture to fill a 16 9 screen preserving the original picture as much as possible Normal Displays a 4 3 picture in its original size Side bars are ...

Page 39: ...icture as much as possible Normal Displays a picture in its original size Full Displays a 16 9 picture in its original size Zoom Displays the cinemascopic letter box format picture in the correct proportion Captions Stretches the picture horizontally to fill a 16 9 screen while fitting captions in the screen Changing the wide screen mode for PC Timing 800 x 600 Normal Full 1 Full 2 1 280 x 768 Nor...

Page 41: ...atching TV Picture Mode Picture Mode Allows you to select the picture mode according to your preference You can select the picture mode according to your preference Press HOME then select Picture Display Picture Adjustments Picture Mode the desired option The option you can select may vary depending on the situation Unavailable options are grayed out or not displayed Return to Top Copyright 2011 S...

Page 42: ...ect Photos Music or Videos the desired USB device or media server 3 Select files or folders to play from the list Photo playback automatically starts when you connect a USB storage device after turning on the TV and Slideshow or Thumbnail View is selected in the USB Auto Start settings Photo files must be stored in a folder under the DCIM folder for automatic playback start Also the folder name un...

Page 43: ...Picture For other than PC input Select Twin Picture PIP 2 Press to switch audio output between the two pictures Moving the inset window Press Available combination of two pictures varies depending on your region country Available inputs may vary depending on the TV model If two pictures with different vertical frequency signals e g a picture in full screen with 24p and a picture in an inset window...

Page 44: ... a picture from connected equipment and TV program 1 Press OPTIONS then select Twin Picture P P 2 Press to switch audio output between the two pictures The highlighted picture is audible Changing the picture size 1 Press to select the picture 2 Press repeatedly to change the size This function is not available with PC input Available combination of two pictures varies depending on your region coun...

Page 45: ...to display the Home Menu 2 Press to select a category 3 Press to select an item in the side bar then press Tip on how to configure your TV settings In the Settings section of this manual you can find instructions on how to access the setting at the left of each description Use these instructions to help configure your TV settings Categories in the Home Menu The category icons organize your TV sett...

Page 46: ...story To show hide Recommendations press HOME then select Preferences Recommendation On Off This function may not be available depending on your region country and broadcasting conditions TV Allows you to select a list of TV channels or a program guide Program guide is available depending on your TV model or region Media Enables selection of media files photo music video to play in a connected USB...

Page 47: ...nu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Picture Display Picture Display Picture Adjustments Screen for inputs other than a PC Screen for PC input Pro Picture Setup Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 48: ...net Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Sound Sound Adjustments Analog MTS Audio Digital Dual Mono Speakers Headphone Audio Out Headphone Speaker Link Audio Out HDMI DVI Audio Source Key Tone Startup Sound TV Position Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 49: ...enu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Preferences Preferences Scene Select Eco Clock Timers Language Closed Captions CC Parental Lock Info Banner Initial Setup Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 50: ... on usage Indicators on the i Manual screen i Manual operations To return to the previous layer proceed to the next layer press To step through pages press To jump to the top page of i Manual press the corresponding color button To bookmark the page remove bookmark press the corresponding color button To operate the TV or change settings press i MANUAL to exit i Manual Some features can be started...

Page 51: ...marks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Channels Inputs Manage Inputs Cable Antenna Auto Program Add Digital Channels Show Hide Channels Edit Analog Channel Labels Analog Fine Tune Video 2 Component Selection Digital Signal Condition Digital Channel Tuning Mode HDMI Settings USB Auto Start Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 52: ...ching TV Settings Home Menu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Network Network Network Setup Refresh Internet Content Home Network Setup Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 53: ...Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Product Support Product Support Contact Sony Digital Signal Diagnostics Analog Signal Diagnostics Automatic Software Download Software Update Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 54: ...Player Connect a VCR or DVD player to your TV The type of cable depends on your player s output terminals You can connect a VCR or DVD player to your TV Use a connection cable appropriate for your player s output terminals HDMI connection HDMI connection is recommended for optimum picture quality Component video connection Composite connection HDMI cable not supplied VCR DVD player TV Component vi...

Page 55: ... from connected equipment 1 Turn on the connected equipment 2 Press INPUT then select the desired input source Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation Composite video audio cable not supplied VCR DVD player INPUT ...

Page 56: ...er or home theater system with digital input to your TV Use an appropriate connection cable Optical audio connection HDMI connection When connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Control for HDMI BRAVIA Sync and Audio Return Channel ARC technology connect to HDMI IN 1 with an HDMI cable If connecting a system that is incompatible with Control for HDMI or Audio Return Channel an ad...

Page 57: ... the TV can be controlled using the TV s remote control To output the sound from the connected audio system press HOME then select Sound Headphone Audio Out Audio Out Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation Audio cable not supplied Audio system ...

Page 58: ...evice after turning on the TV and Slideshow or Thumbnail View is selected in the USB Auto Start settings Photo files must be stored in a folder under the DCIM folder for automatic playback start Also the folder name under the DCIM folder is required to be a combination of 3 numerals and 5 letters can include _ for example 101MSDCF When connecting a Sony digital camera to the TV with a USB cable US...

Page 59: ...music file formats is available MP3 files with the extension mp3 that have not been copyrighted WAV files with the extension wav WMA files with the extension wma USB playback of the following video file formats is available AVCHD files with the extension mts or m2ts MP4 AVC files with the extension mp4 MP4 MPEG4 files with the extension mp4 MPEG1 files with the extension mpg MPEG2 files with the e...

Page 60: ...hoto in the connected USB device network device or preset picture folder to be displayed for a specified time You can set a photo in the connected USB device network device or preset picture folder to be displayed for a specified time 1 While the desired photo is displayed press OPTIONS then select File Actions Picture Frame 2 Press HOME then select Photos Picture Frame The TV automatically switch...

Page 61: ...Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Using Other Equipment Internet HDMI Equipment HDMI Equipment Connecting HDMI Equipment Viewing from HDMI Equipment BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 62: ...pment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Using Other Equipment Internet Internet Wireless LAN Internet Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Ready Wired LAN Browsing Websites BRAVIA Internet Video Internet Widgets Photomap What s New Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 63: ... Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Using Other Equipment Internet Home Network Home Network Connecting to a Home Network Renderer Display Settings for Media Servers Media Server Troubleshooting Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 64: ...ur smartphone The following is required to use this feature In case of a smartphone Android OS equipped phone or iPhone on which the Media Remote application downloaded and installed In case of a PC Remote Keyboard application installed PC Performing the mutual registration required only for the first time 1 Connect the TV and mobile device to the same home network 2 Launch the Media Remote Remote...

Page 65: ... compatible PC with an HDMI cable PC input signal reference chart VGA Horizontal Pixel Vertical Line 640 480 Horizontal frequency kHz Vertical frequency Hz 31 5 60 Standard VGA SVGA Horizontal Pixel Vertical Line 800 600 Horizontal frequency kHz Vertical frequency Hz 37 9 60 Standard VESA Guidelines XGA Horizontal Pixel Vertical Line 1024 768 Horizontal frequency kHz Vertical frequency Hz 48 4 60 ...

Page 66: ...rlaced signals For optimum picture quality it is recommended to use the signals in the chart In plug and play signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically PC reboot may be necessary The 1080p timing when applied to the HDMI input will be treated as a video timing and not a PC timing This will affect the Preferences and Picture Display settings To view PC content set Scene...

Page 67: ...ons Top Page Parts Description Top Top INPUT Press to display a list of inputs TrackID Searches for information about the music currently playing i MANUAL Press to display the on screen instruction manual this manual POWER Press to turn on the TV or to enter standby mode BD DVD operating buttons Go to the beginning of the previous next title chapter scene track Fast reverse fast forward the disc w...

Page 69: ...EO Top Page Parts Description Upper Upper WIDE Press to change the wide mode DIGITAL ANALOG ANT Press to switch between digital and analog channels or between the CABLE and ANTENNA input when both are connected EXIT Press to exit from the Ginga application when available SCENE Press to display the Scene Select menu Select the desired scene option for optimum sound and picture quality INTERNET VIDE...

Page 71: ...DISPLAY OPTIONS HOME Top Page Parts Description Middle Middle SYNC MENU Press to display the BRAVIA Sync Menu and then select connected HDMI equipment from HDMI Device Selection Control for HDMI BRAVIA Sync is only available for connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is compatible with Control for HDMI GUIDE Press to display the program guide The Guide feature is available depen...

Page 72: ...nformation will time out in a few seconds or press again to exit Press to move the on screen cursor Press to select confirm a highlighted item OPTIONS Press to display a list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts The menu items vary based on the current input and or content HOME Press to display the TV Home Menu Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 73: ...ual online map Color buttons 0 9 CC SUBTITLE Top Page Parts Description Lower Lower Color buttons When the color buttons are available an operation guide appears on the screen 0 9 Press 0 9 to select a channel Use with 0 9 to select digital channels For example to enter 2 1 press 2 1 CC SUBTITLE Press to turn closed captions subtitles on or off when the feature is available Return to Top ...

Page 75: ...nline map VOL MUTING CH JUMP Top Page Parts Description Bottom Bottom VOL Press to adjust the volume MUTING Press to mute the sound Press again to restore the sound CH Press to select the next or previous channel JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels or inputs The TV alternates between the current channel or input and the last channel or input that was selected Return to Top ...

Page 77: ...ss accordingly Do not put anything near the sensor Doing so may affect its function Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote control Do not put anything near the sensor Doing so may affect its function Picture off Timer Lights up in green when you select Picture Off Lights up in orange when you set the timer Lights up in and or blinks orange during a software upgrade Standby Lights u...

Page 78: ...map Power CH Channel Volume Input select HOME Top Page Parts Description Right Right Power Press to turn on the TV or to enter standby mode CH Channel Press to select the next or previous channel In the TV menu these buttons will work as Volume Press to adjust the volume In the TV menu these buttons will work as Input select Press to display a list of inputs In the TV menu this button will work as...

Page 80: ...RF input that connects to your cable or over the air antenna VIDEO IN 1 Connect with a composite video cable When connecting mono equipment connect to the L MONO audio jack VIDEO IN 2 COMPONENT IN This input can be used as composite video input or as component video input When connecting mono equipment connect to the L MONO audio jack For composite use connect to VIDEO IN 2 for video and to AUDIO ...

Page 81: ...uipment is supported Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo If connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return Channel ARC technology use HDMI IN 1 If not an additional connection with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL is necessary If the equipment has a DVI jack connect it to HDMI IN 4 through a DVI HDMI adapter interface not supplied and connect the equ...

Page 82: ...n this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video equipment In addition when you connect equipment that is compatible with Control for HDMI communication with the connected equipment is supported Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo If connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return Channel ARC technology use HDMI IN 1 on the rear of the TV If not an ...

Page 83: ...res To input PC sound connect to the AUDIO IN jack on the rear of the TV using an audio cable AUDIO OUT Connect with an audio cable or headphones You can listen to TV sound through your stereo system or headphones To set the sound output for headphones or an external audio system press HOME select Sound Headphone Audio Out When you set Audio Out in Headphone Audio Out select Fixed or Variable pres...

Page 84: ...noise sources such as cars motorcycles or hair dryers If using the 300 ohm twin lead move the excess lead away from the TV or try using the 75 ohm coaxial cable not supplied instead No color Dark picture Color is not correct Picture is too bright Press OPTIONS then select Picture Adjustments to make adjustments Adjust Picture Mode in Picture Adjustments If you set Power Saving to Low or High black...

Page 85: ...ng on your region country Black bands appear at the edges of the screen Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16 9 this is especially common with theatrical releases Your TV will show these programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen For more details check the documentation that came with your DVD or contact your program provider Programs in ...

Page 86: ...ing CATV STB refer to its instruction manual for installation You cannot receive or select channels Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the TV s memory To receive or select cable channels make sure that signal type in the channel settings is set to Cable To receive or select channels by antenna make sure signal type is set to Antenna Some digital cable channels ...

Page 87: ... in full screen depending on the resolution or aspect ratio of the file Photo images or folders take time to display Depending on the image dimension file size and number of files in a folder some photo images or folders take time to display The first time a camera is connected to the TV via USB cable it may take up to a couple of minutes for the photos to display Some channels are blank The chann...

Page 88: ...oting Picture Symptoms Connected Equipment Picture Symptoms Connected Equipment No picture from some video sources Poor picture quality on PC input No picture from some video sources Check the connection between the optional video equipment and TV Press INPUT Press HOME then select the desired input Poor picture quality on PC input Adjust the resolution Adjust Pitch and Phase Return to Top Copyrig...

Page 89: ...g If it is set to Audio System sound is not output from the TV s speakers regardless of the TV s volume control When using HDMI input with Super Audio CD or DVD Audio DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL may not provide an audio signal Audio noise Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75 ohm coaxial cable Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cables To avoid TV interference make sure to...

Page 90: ... quality of the wireless router access point If using USB Wireless LAN Adapter it is suggested to use a wireless router access point supporting 5GHz operation for video streaming and place it closer to the USB Wireless LAN Adapter not applicable for models with built in wireless LAN device Wireless LAN connection fails or radio reception conditions are poor Check the installation location of the T...

Page 91: ...ideo provided by the video content provider and your connection bandwidth Small picture on BRAVIA Internet Video Use the color buttons to zoom in and out Certain Internet video content displays a loss of detail especially during fast motion or dark scenes Video quality and picture size depend on broadband speed and delivery by content providers Good picture quality but no sound on Internet video c...

Page 92: ...dget Symptoms Internet Widget Symptoms Widgets are inaccessible Widgets are inaccessible Check that the LAN cable or AC power cord of the router modem has been connected properly Your router modem must be set in advance to connect to the Internet Contact your Internet service provider for router modem settings Try using Widgets later The Widget content provider s server may be out of service Retur...

Page 93: ...If all of your network settings are 0 0 0 0 your server may not be connected properly Check your network connections and or server s instruction manual for connection information Reconfigure your network settings If the LAN cable is connected to an active server and the TV has acquired an IP address check your DLNA certified media server s connections and configurations Your IP address configurati...

Page 94: ...n music files cannot be played back Some applications display a photo file pre installed in the PC simultaneously with music playback when using the renderer function Depending on the pre installed photo file music playback may not be possible but may become possible by changing the photo file Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 95: ...ls warm Due to the thin profile of this television the heat generated by the LCD panel backlight and supporting electronics will be more noticeable This is normal operation and not a cause for concern You cannot find a connected BRAVIA Sync HDMI device Make sure that Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the optional equipment compatible with BRAVIA Sync You cannot control a second AV rece...

Page 96: ...rol sensor located at the front of the TV Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles Fluorescent light can interfere with remote control operation try turning off any fluorescent light Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 97: ...uently referenced topics in this manual Press for details This feature allows you to bookmark frequently referenced topics in this manual In the page to bookmark press the corresponding color button Accessing bookmarked pages The bookmarked pages will appear at the bottom of the topic list You can access bookmarked pages in the same way as accessing topics in general Removing Bookmarks In a bookma...

Page 98: ...ith this TV Country Rating and Unrated are available depending on your region country Password Sets a four digit password Country Enables selection of your location to change the rating system Rating Sets the rating permission Downloadable U S Rating Digital Rating Item name differs depending on your region country Customizes Parental Lock with downloadable digital rating Unrated Allows or blocks ...

Page 99: ...eshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Auto Program Auto Program Automatically scans for all available channels and stores them in the TV You can run Auto Program after moving to a new residence changing service providers or to search for newly launched channels Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 100: ... Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Preferences Initial Setup Initial Setup Runs the initial setup that appeared when you first connected the TV Follow the instructions on the screen This setting is useful when you change the settings after moving to a new residence or when you search for newly launched channels Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 101: ...Settings Home Menu Preferences Clock Timers Clock Timers Current Time Sets the current time When the TV has received the time from the broadcast signal the clock cannot be manually set Timer Turns on the TV from standby mode at the time you set Sleep Timer Turns the TV off after a preset time When you turn off the TV and turn it on again Sleep Timer is reset to Off Return to Top Copyright 2011 Son...

Page 102: ...rks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Manage Inputs Manage Inputs Assigns an icon or name to external equipment Select Auto to display icons or names only when the equipment is connected or Always to display regardless of connection status For a PC connection the icon and label cannot be set Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 103: ...ks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Video 2 Component Selection Video 2 Component Selection Switches between Component and Video 2 If you select Auto the TV detects the terminal connection signal and switches to either Component or Video 2 You cannot use Component and Video 2 at the same time Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 104: ...the TV backlight When you select Picture Off only sound remains Presence Sensor When no viewer is detected in front of the TV for a preset time the picture automatically turns off while leaving only the TV sound on Additionally after 30 minutes in picture off mode the TV will switch to standby mode Light Sensor Optimizes the picture settings according to the ambient lighting Light Sensor is availa...

Page 105: ...ports Game Standard Provides standard pictures suitable for games Game Original Adjusts the game picture according to your preference Graphics Optimizes picture quality for viewing graphics Photo Vivid Enhances contrast sharpness and color of photographs Photo Standard Optimizes picture quality for viewing photographs Photo Original Enhances the visual warmth of photographs Photo Custom Adjusts th...

Page 106: ...Adjustments settings in more detail Reset Resets all the advanced settings to the factory settings Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast Adv Contrast Enhancer Adjusts Backlight and Picture by judging the brightness of the screen This setting is effective for dark images and scenes Gamma Adjusts the balance between bright and dark areas of the picture Auto Light ...

Page 107: ...r Matrix Reproduces the color difference signals It is recommended to leave this at the factory default setting HDMI Dynamic Range Produces natural color by changing the luminance tone reproduction of HDMI input color signals It is recommended to select Auto which changes the tone reproduction automatically for standard use Select Full if black white colors appear smeared SBM Creates gradations us...

Page 108: ... quality for general content Cinema Optimizes picture scenes and sound just like those in a theater Sports Presents realistic pictures and sound just like those in a stadium Music Lets you experience dynamic and clear sound just like at a concert Animation Lets you enjoy watching an animation with superb picture quality Photo Reproduces the texture and color of a printed photo Photo is available o...

Page 109: ...ignal is 4 3 Zoom Displays the cinemascopic letter box format picture in the correct proportion Caption Enlarges the picture horizontally to fill the 16 9 screen while fitting captions in the screen Auto Wide Automatically changes Wide Mode to match the input signal 4 3 Default Sets the default screen format for a 4 3 input signal Auto Display Area Automatically adjusts the picture to the most app...

Page 110: ... with certain input signals In such cases manually adjust Phase Pitch H Center and V Center Reset Resets all PC screen settings to factory settings Phase Adjusts the phase when the screen flickers Pitch Adjusts the pitch when the picture has unwanted vertical stripes H Center Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture V Center Adjusts the vertical position of the picture Wide Mode Normal Displ...

Page 111: ...arts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Audio Out Audio Out Fixed Adjusts the volume using the connected audio system s remote control Variable Adjusts the volume with the TV s remote control when using an external audio system Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 112: ...t Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Headphone Audio Out Headphone Audio Out Sets the sound output to headphones or external audio system connected to the TV Disconnect headphones from the TV when you select Audio Out Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 113: ...ory settings excluding Setting Memory and Sound Mode Treble Adjusts higher pitched sounds Bass Adjusts lower pitched sounds Balance Emphasizes the left or right speaker Surround S Force Front Surround Virtually reproduces realistic sound Sports Delivers surround effects that make you feel like you are watching a live sports event Music Delivers surround effects that make you feel like you are in a...

Page 114: ... high frequency bands Equalizer Adjusts the level of the low and high bands Equalizer is available depending on your region country Advanced Auto Volume Keeps volume level constant across all programs and advertisements Advertisements tend to be louder than programs Volume Offset Adjusts the current volume level relative to other inputs when Setting Memory is set to the current input Return to Top...

Page 115: ...dex i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Speakers Speakers Sets the sound output to TV Speakers or Audio System To use multi channel audio connect to an external audio system compatible with Dolby Digital using an optical cable and select Audio System Audio System must be selected to listen to 5 1 multi channel audio Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 116: ...tching TV Settings Home Menu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Startup Sound Startup Sound Turns the TV start up sound on or off Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 117: ...essed all digital audio video interface between the TV and any HDMI compatible A V equipment In addition if you connect equipment that is compatible with Control for HDMI you can control it by simply using the TV s remote control Be sure to use an authorized HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo If the equipment has a DVI jack connect it to the HDMI with AUDIO IN port through a DVI HDMI adapter interfa...

Page 118: ...3 linear PCM WMA Video AVCHD MPEG2 MPEG1 MP4 AVC MP4 MPEG4 WMV Depending on the file playback may not be possible even when using the supported formats Only the panoramic JPEG files in the following horizontal vertical sizes can be scrolled If the JPEG file is edited on a PC etc scroll may not be possible For horizontal scroll 4912 1080 7152 1080 3424 1920 4912 1920 12416 1856 8192 1856 5536 2160 ...

Page 119: ...etup for wired LAN 1 Set up your LAN router 2 Press HOME then select Network Network Setup The start up screen appears 3 Select Wired Setup Auto or Custom Auto Allows automatic configuration of your wired network Custom Allows manual configuration of the IP address and proxy server 4 Follow the on screen instructions The setting items e g IP address subnet mask DHCP may vary depending on the Inter...

Page 120: ...oubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs USB Auto Start USB Auto Start Enables selection of Slideshow or Thumbnail View to start photo playback automatically when a USB device is connected Be sure to turn on the TV before connecting a USB device to the TV Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 121: ...Renderer Enables a mobile device e g smartphone to work as the TV s remote control via the network or the TV to play photo music video files on a device e g digital still camera by operating the device via the network Renderer Access Control Allows access from a specified control device Renderer Options Adjusts the Renderer Options detailed settings Auto Access Permission Permits access to the TV ...

Page 122: ...sing Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Network Refresh Internet Content Refresh Internet Content Reconnects to the Internet to receive available Internet content services Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 123: ...ome Menu Sound Analog MTS Audio Analog MTS Audio Sets audio settings for analog programs Stereo Adjusts sound for stereo reception Auto SAP Adjusts sound for second channel audio of programs such as bilingual Mono Adjusts sound for monaural reception Use this item when the stereo signal is unstable To select sound on digital channels press OPTIONS then select Alternate Audio Return to Top Copyrigh...

Page 124: ...ernet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Digital Dual Mono Digital Dual Mono Adjusts sound for bilingual broadcasts Main Sets the main sound track Sub Sets the sub sound track Main Sub Sets the main sub sound track Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 125: ...ng Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Headphone Speaker Link Headphone Speaker Link Switches the TV s internal speakers on or off when you connect headphones to the TV Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 126: ...Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound HDMI DVI Audio Source HDMI DVI Audio Source Sets the audio signal source for HDMI DVI input Auto Automatically sets the audio signal source based on the video signal HDMI Audio Sets the HDMI input as the audio signal source PC Audio Sets the PC HDMI audio input as the audio signal source Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 127: ...ing TV Settings Home Menu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound Key Tone Key Tone Plays sounds as you navigate with the remote control Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 128: ...nline map Top Page Settings Home Menu Sound TV Position TV Position Provides different sound images from the TV speakers according to how you position the TV Table Top Stand Provides the best sound quality when you place the TV on a TV stand Wall Mount Floor Stand Provides the best sound quality when you hang the TV on a wall or use a floor stand Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 129: ...ing TV Settings Home Menu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Preferences Language Language Sets the language displayed on the menu screens Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 130: ...Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Preferences Closed Captions CC Closed Captions CC CC Display Displays Closed Captions CC Select On when Muting to automatically display closed captions when the TV is muted Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 131: ... Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Preferences Info Banner Info Banner Sets the amount of information to display about the currently viewed TV channel and program Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 132: ...quipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Cable Antenna Cable Antenna Sets the received signal to Cable or Antenna After changing this setting it is recommended to run Auto Program Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 133: ...ment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Add Digital Channels Add Digital Channels Adds digital channels Be sure to have the signal type option selected appropriately for the signal source Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 134: ...nt Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Show Hide Channels Show Hide Channels Shows or hides channels when you surf with CH or in the channel list of TV Channel List under TV in the Home Menu Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 135: ...Home Menu Using Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Edit Analog Channel Labels Edit Analog Channel Labels Edit channel labels to your preference Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 136: ...ernet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Analog Fine Tune Analog Fine Tune Allows you to fine tune analog channels to adjust picture quality Auto Tunes channel automatically Custom Tunes channel manually Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 137: ...ine map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Digital Signal Condition Digital Signal Condition Reduces noise in the received digital signal Select Interference if noise occurs when switching digital channels with the Normal setting Depending on the situation you may not see the effect of noise reduction even if you have selected Interference Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 138: ... Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Channels Inputs Digital Channel Tuning Mode Digital Channel Tuning Mode Major Channels Tunes just the main channels with CH Major Minor Channels Tunes all channels with CH Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 139: ...equipment when you turn off the TV TV Auto Power On Turns on the TV when you turn on or perform playback etc on the connected equipment Device List Displays a list of connected equipment compatible with Control for HDMI Device Control Keys Operates the connected equipment by the TV s remote control None Turns off Device Control Keys Normal Enables basic operations such as navigation buttons up dow...

Page 140: ...network Custom Allows manual configuration of your wired network by setting the following items IP Address Setting Auto Sets the IP address automatically Manual Allows manual configuration of the IP address as follows IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Primary DNS Secondary DNS Configures your network options Proxy Server Sets the proxy server name and port number if a proxy server is used Wir...

Page 141: ...eshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Product Support Contact Sony Contact Sony Displays Sony contact information for your convenience TV specific information such as model name serial number software version and downloadable ratings if available from the TV are also displayed Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 142: ...g Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Product Support Digital Signal Diagnostics Digital Signal Diagnostics Displays the diagnostics information for the current digital signal Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 143: ...ng Other Equipment Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Product Support Analog Signal Diagnostics Analog Signal Diagnostics Displays the diagnostics information for the current analog signal Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 144: ...Automatic Software Download Automatic Software Download Downloads the TV software automatically via your existing antenna cable Internet if available After the download is complete a confirmation message about starting an update appears when you turn on the TV Automatic Software Download via the Internet is available only on certain TV models The software is downloaded when the TV is in standby mo...

Page 145: ...leshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Settings Home Menu Product Support Software Update Software Update Updates the TV s software A confirmation message about starting an update appears If no software has been downloaded the TV will start searching for an update via the Internet if connected Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation ...

Page 146: ...Internet Parts Description Troubleshooting Bookmarks Index i Manual online map Top Page Using Other Equipment Internet HDMI Equipment Viewing from HDMI Equipment Viewing from HDMI Equipment 1 Turn on the connected equipment 2 Press INPUT then select the desired input source Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation INPUT ...

Page 147: ...ations BD DVD player Automatically turns the BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment on and switches the input to that equipment when you select it from the Home Menu or Sync Menu Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the connected equipment when the equipment starts to play Automatically turns the connected equipment off when you turn the TV off Controls menu operation playback e g and...

Page 148: ...ice Selection the desired equipment Any BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment except audio system is listed as a new input source under Inputs in the Home Menu Sync Menu Sync Menu provides the following items Press SYNC MENU then select the desired item HDMI Device Selection Enables selection of BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment to control by the TV s remote control Device Control Displays the menu opti...

Page 149: ...ng to your wireless LAN 1 Set up your wireless router or access point For details refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router or access point 2 Check your wireless LAN environment using the following chart Tip for smooth video streaming Change the setting of your wireless router or access point to 802 11n and 5GHz if possible For details on how to change the setting refer to the instru...

Page 150: ...ey WEP or WPA key of your wireless router or access point If you do not know them refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router or access point 2 Press HOME then select Network Network Setup The start up screen appears 3 Select Wireless Setup Scan 4 Select a network from the list of scanned wireless networks then follow the on screen instructions TYPE 4 Unsecured network using only SSID ...

Page 151: ...ction For details see the information on wireless wired LAN in Internet Wireless LAN in this manual 2 Press HOME then select Internet Browser Web content may not be displayed correctly or some functions may not work properly if the TV does not support the functions provided by certain Internet services Also the TV may not support functions developed in the future Note on Internet browser In no eve...

Page 152: ... Press INTERNET VIDEO then select BRAVIA Internet Video the desired service 3 Highlight the desired content then press If you experience difficulties with this feature check that the Internet connection is set up properly Information about the highlighted icon appears in the information banner The interface to Internet content depends on the Internet content providers Services block video content ...

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Page 154: ...AN in this manual 2 Press HOME then select 3 Select the desired Widget to display on the screen If you experience difficulties with this feature check that the Internet connection is set up properly This feature may not be available in some regions countries Available Widgets depend on your region country MAC address and IP address are transmitted automatically from the TV to servers while an Inte...

Page 156: ...cted device the desired photo To use this feature the TV has to be connected to the Internet to download map information To zoom in out the map press To change the display position of the map press the far left color button repeatedly Only a large scale map that cannot be zoomed in or out is displayed if the TV is not connected to the Internet or the online map service is terminated The position i...

Page 157: ...ternet Internet Wireless LAN What s New What s New This feature allows you to check for new content available on your TV that is delivered by various service providers Press HOME then select What s New the desired item To use this feature the TV has to be connected to the Internet If you select to receive notification alerts from What s New you will be prompted whenever there is an update Return t...

Page 158: ...rer You can play back photo music and video files stored in network devices e g digital still cameras mobile phones PC on the TV screen by directly operating the target device The network device should also be renderer compatible Adjusting the renderer settings Press HOME then select Network Home Network Setup Renderer the desired setting Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation Network devic...

Page 159: ...e Using Other Equipment Internet Home Network Display Settings for Media Servers Display Settings for Media Servers Select home network servers to be displayed in the Home Menu Up to 10 servers can be displayed in the Home Menu automatically 1 Press HOME then select Network Home Network Setup Show Hide Media Servers 2 Select the server to display in the Home Menu Return to Top Copyright 2011 Sony ...

Page 160: ...a Server Troubleshooting Media Server Troubleshooting The TV checks if the server is being correctly recognized when you cannot connect it to your home network If the diagnostic results indicate a failure check possible causes and network connections and settings Press HOME then select Network Home Network Setup Media Server Troubleshooting The diagnostic result list appears when the server diagno...

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