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Page 1: ...nt Size BRAVIA TV Features Watching TV Using the Home Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page HX70x Trademark information Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation ...

Page 2: ...djustment Swivel 34 Using the Home Menu 3 About the Home Menu 35 Product Support 37 i Manual 115 Contact Sony 103 Signal Diagnostics 129 Automatic Software Update 130 Preferences 38 Scene Select 123 Eco 105 Clock Timers 102 Language 112 Region 121 Closed Captions CC 96 Parental Lock 94 Info Banner 109 Front Panel Illumination 116 Home Menu Scrolling 104 Recommendation 120 Quick Start 119 Picture A...

Page 3: ...l Labels 101 Program Information Source 99 Analog Fine Tune 107 Video 1 Component 1 Selection 136 HDMI Settings 108 USB Auto Start 135 Network 42 Network Setup Follow Wired Setup Custom 114 Refresh Internet Content 134 Show Hide Media Servers 127 Media Server Troubleshooting 113 Renderer 122 Fun Features with Connected Equipment 4 VCR DVD Player 43 Audio System 45 Digital Still Camera 47 HDMI Equi...

Page 4: ...per 63 Middle 65 Lower 67 Bottom 69 Back 71 TV Controls and Indicators 5 Front 72 Right 73 Terminals 5 Back 75 Right 77 Troubleshooting 6 Picture 79 Sound 81 Channels 82 Home Network 83 Remote Control 85 General 86 Index 7 TOC 3 ...

Page 5: ...Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page BRAVIA TV Features BRAVIA TV Features Motionflow Ambient Sensor BRAVIA Internet Video Wireless LAN Ready Playback via USB BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI Favorites Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 1 ...

Page 6: ...Home Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Watching TV Watching TV TV Guide On Screen Favorites Wide Mode Picture in Picture PIP Angle Adjustment Swivel Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 2 ...

Page 7: ...n Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Using the Home Menu About the Home Menu Product Support Preferences Picture Display Sound Channels Inputs Network Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 3 ...

Page 8: ... Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Fun Features with Connected Equipment Fun Features with Connected Equipment VCR DVD Player Audio System Digital Still Camera HDMI Equipment Internet Settings BRAVIA Internet Video Photomap Home Network PC Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 4 ...

Page 9: ...ures with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Parts Description Parts Description Remote Control Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom Back TV Controls and Indicators Front Right Terminals Back Right Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 5 ...

Page 10: ...Using the Home Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Picture Sound Channels Home Network Remote Control General Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 6 ...

Page 11: ...lingual Settings Broadcaster BRAVIA Sync Compatible Equipment Cable Antenna Selection Camcorder Connected Equipment CC Display Channel Labels CineMotion Clock Timers Component Composite Contact Information Control for HDMI Cursor Speed DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Digital Camera Connected Equipment Digital CC DLNA Certified Media Server Eco Settings External Equipment Display Favorite Items Fine Tuning GPS H...

Page 12: ...p Photo Music Video Playback Picture Adjustments Lock Picture Frame Picture Mode Picture Settings Power Saving Pro Picture Setup Program Information Source Quick Start Rating Recently Viewed Content Recommendation Recommendation Settings Region Selection Remote Control Buttons Back Part Remote Control Buttons Bottom Part Remote Control Buttons Lower Part Remote Control Buttons Middle Part Remote C...

Page 13: ...eneral Troubleshooting Network Connection Troubleshooting Picture Troubleshooting Remote Control Troubleshooting Sound TV Controls and Indicators Front Part TV Controls and Indicators Right Part TV Guide TV Guide On Screen Two Picture Display Update on Internet Content USB Auto Start USB Devices USB Wireless LAN Adapter VCR DVD player Connected Equipment Video 1 Component 1 Volume for Audio System...

Page 14: ... TV TV Guide On Screen Favorites Wide Mode Picture in Picture PIP Angle Adjustment Swivel Using the Home Menu About the Home Menu Product Support i Manual Contact Sony Signal Diagnostics Automatic Software Update Preferences Scene Select Eco Clock Timers Language Region Closed Captions CC Parental Lock Info Banner Front Panel Illumination Home Menu Scrolling Recommendation Quick Start Picture Adju...

Page 15: ...Channels Edit Channel Labels Program Information Source Analog Fine Tune Video 1 Component 1 Selection HDMI Settings USB Auto Start Network Network Setup Follow Wired Setup Custom Refresh Internet Content Show Hide Media Servers Media Server Troubleshooting Renderer Fun Features with Connected Equipment VCR DVD Player Audio System Digital Still Camera HDMI Equipment Internet Settings BRAVIA Intern...

Page 16: ...to Top Lower Bottom Back TV Controls and Indicators Front Right Terminals Back Right Troubleshooting Picture Sound Channels Home Network Remote Control General Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 12 ...

Page 17: ...TV Guide On Screen system is protected by one or more of the following United States patents 6 498 895 6 850 693 6 396 546 5 940 073 6 239 794 to Gemstar TV Guide International Inc and or its subsidiaries Gemstar TV Guide International Inc and or its related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the TV Guide On Sc...

Page 19: ...oothness of picture movement and reduces blur Motionflow is a proprietary technology that displays TV broadcasts at outstandingly a high frame rate By displaying pictures at higher frame rate than standard Motionflow reduces motion artifacts in high speed sports footage for smooth natural motion reproduction Press HOME then select Picture Display Picture Adjustments Motionflow the desired option R...

Page 20: ... conditions and changes the display settings to optimize picture quality Ambient Sensor automatically optimizes the picture settings according to the ambient light in the room The sensor detects ambient light levels to adjust the brightness and color temperature of the picture With this feature you can have the best picture quality under your room s lighting conditions Press HOME then select Pictu...

Page 21: ...ternet Video serves as a gateway to Internet content delivering a variety of on demand entertainment straight to your TV By making a broadband Internet connection you can enjoy video content including movies and cartoons Be sure to connect your TV to the broadband Internet and complete the initial setup and Network Setup Selecting the BRAVIA Internet Video Highlight the video icon you want to watc...

Page 22: ... support this function To update BRAVIA Internet Video content services press HOME then select Network Refresh Internet Content Using the Internet Video You can seek forward or seek backward in the video content This feature is available depending on Internet content services Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation Press the corresponding buttons on your remote control 18 ...

Page 23: ...s an optional accessory depending on your TV model In some regions countries the USB Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available Connecting to Your Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN Ready feature you can connect the TV to your wireless LAN The setup procedure differs depending on the type of wireless LAN and wireless LAN router Before setting up a wireless LAN check your wireless LAN environment u...

Page 24: ...ireless LAN with WPS your wireless LAN router needs to support the WPS standard Secured Network without Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS For setting up a wireless LAN SSID wireless network name and security key WEP or WPA key will be required If you do not know them consult the instruction manual of your router 1 Select Wireless Setup from the Network Setup start up screen 2 Select Scan then select a net...

Page 25: ...able USB connection settings on your camera need to be set to Auto or Mass Storage mode Files from a USB device need to be compatible with the following file formats Still images JPEG format or RAW format preview only Music MP3 format Video AVCHD MP4 AVC or MPEG1 format not playable in some cases Video files are located in the following folder structure hierarchal position AVCHD BDMV STREAM 00000 ...

Page 27: ...rol of your connected equipment Press HOME then select Channels Inputs HDMI Settings Control for HDMI On Control for HDMI BRAVIA Sync is only available for the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is compatible with Control for HDMI The Control for HDMI settings must be set on both the TV and connected equipment For settings on the connected equipment refer to their instructio...

Page 28: ... AV amplifier by turning the AV amplifier on when the TV is turned on Automatically turns the connected AV amplifier off when you switch the TV to standby mode Adjusts the volume VOL and mutes the sound MUTING of the connected AV amplifier through the TV s remote control When connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return Channel ARC technology connect to HDMI IN 1 with an ...

Page 29: ...feature provides quick access to your frequently used items such as preferred TV channels or external inputs e g game console DVD player In addition your favorite media files Internet content and Widgets can be shown in the Favorites screen Internet content e g Internet Video Internet Widgets may not be available in some regions countries Displaying Your Favorites Select the desired icon listed at...

Page 30: ...viewing history to find programs and items you may like and presents them in the Favorites menu Press HOME then select Preferences Recommendation On The Recommendations feature may not be available depending on your region country and broadcasting conditions Recommended programs that are currently being broadcast are displayed in a stack list of items Press to expand the selected item into a full ...

Page 31: ...orite keywords To change the information source for program information to Broadcaster or to TV Guide press HOME and select Channels Inputs Program Information Source the desired setting When Broadcaster is selected for the source of program information the TV will not display a program guide but each individual program will have program information shown onscreen when the channel is tuned TV Guid...

Page 32: ...ew the program that is selected within the TV Guide listings Information Box Shows program information in details Listings Grid Select a program to watch or to obtain program information Channel logo Display the broadcaster s channel logo Ad panels Provides advertisements from TV Guide sponsors Using the My TV Feature The My TV feature allows you to organize the program listings by profiles such a...

Page 33: ...ure provides quick access to your frequently used items such as preferred TV channels or external inputs e g game console DVD player In addition your favorite media files Internet content and Widgets can be shown in the Favorites screen Internet content e g Internet Video Internet Widgets may not be available in some regions countries Displaying Your Favorites Select the desired icon listed at the...

Page 34: ...viewing history to find programs and items you may like and presents them in the Favorites menu Press HOME then select Preferences Recommendation On The Recommendations feature may not be available depending on your region country and broadcasting conditions Recommended programs that are currently being broadcast are displayed in a stack list of items Press to expand the selected item into a full ...

Page 35: ...lack 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 shown to fill the 16 9 screen Full Stretches the 4 3 picture horizontally to fill the 16 9 screen Zoom Displays the cinemascopic letter box format ...

Page 36: ...nd 1080 24p sources Zoom Displays the cinemascopic letter box format picture in the correct proportion This Wide Mode is only available depending on your TV model region country Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC Timing 800 x 600 Normal Full 1 Full 2 1 280 x 768 Normal Full 1 Full 2 Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 32 ...

Page 37: ...ut and TV program composite video on the screen simultaneously PIP displays a picture from the connected PC in the full screen and a TV program or composite video in an inset window This feature is available when a PC is connected with an HDMI cable Available inputs may vary depending on the TV model 1 Press OPTIONS and select the PIP from the OPTIONS Menu 2 Use the OPTIONS Menu to switch audio ou...

Page 38: ...e Watching TV Angle Adjustment Swivel Angle Adjustment Swivel Adjust the viewing angle left and right as shown in the illustration Adjust the viewing angle left and right as shown in the illustration Swivel is available depending on the TV size When adjusting the angle hold the stand with one hand to avoid having the stand slip or tip over Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 34 ...

Page 39: ...e settings menu of your TV and more With the Home Menu XMB you can customize your TV settings The Home Menu also provides you access to TV channels media files e g photos music videos BRAVIA Internet Widgets and external input sources Media Category Bar The category icons organize your TV settings and TV features for quick and easy access Settings Contains all of the necessary configurations to cu...

Page 40: ...ay the TV Guide TV Guide is available depending on your region External Inputs Select equipment connected to the TV Network Enjoy BRAVIA Internet Widgets You can access the Widget Gallery and downloaded Widgets BRAVIA Internet Widgets is available depending on your region country Qriocity Access Qriocity online service This function is available depending on your region The options you can select ...

Page 41: ...Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Product Support Product Support i Manual Contact Sony Signal Diagnostics Automatic Software Update Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 37 ...

Page 42: ...oubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Preferences Preferences Scene Select Eco Clock Timers Language Region Closed Captions CC Parental Lock Info Banner Front Panel Illumination Home Menu Scrolling Recommendation Quick Start Picture Adjustments Lock Initial Setup Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 38 ...

Page 43: ...th Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Picture Display Picture Display Picture Adjustments Ambient Sensor Screen for inputs other than a PC Screen for PC input Pro Picture Setup Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 39 ...

Page 44: ... Using the Home Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Sound Sound Sound Adjustments MTS Audio Speakers Audio Out Key Tone Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 40 ...

Page 45: ...shooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Channels Inputs Manage Inputs Cable Antenna Auto Program Add Digital Channels Show Hide Channels Edit Channel Labels Program Information Source Analog Fine Tune Video 1 Component 1 Selection HDMI Settings USB Auto Start Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 41 ...

Page 46: ... Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Network Network Network Setup Follow Wired Setup Custom Refresh Internet Content Show Hide Media Servers Media Server Troubleshooting Renderer Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 42 ...

Page 47: ...nt VCR DVD Player VCR DVD Player Connect a VCR or DVD player to your TV The type of cable depends on your player s output VCR DVD Player with HDMI Connection HDMI connection is recommended for optimum picture quality VCR DVD Player with Component Video Connection VCR DVD Player with Composite Connection VCR DVD Player HDMI cable not supplied TV VCR DVD Player Component Video cable not supplied Aud...

Page 48: ...om Connected Equipment 1 Turn on the connected equipment 2 Press INPUT and select the desired input source Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation VCR DVD Player Composite Video Audio cable not supplied TV INPUT 44 ...

Page 49: ...dio System with Optical Audio Cable Audio System with HDMI Cable 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 additional audio connection via DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL is necessary...

Page 51: ... Storage mode Photo Music Video Playback Enjoy photo music video files stored in a Sony digital still camera or camcorder through a USB cable or USB storage media 1 Press HOME and select the listed USB devices under the Photo Music or Video category 2 Select files or folders to play from the list on the selected USB device USB Photo Viewer supports FAT12 FAT16 and FAT32 file systems USB playback o...

Page 52: ...stored on a USB device Picture Frame Displaying a Photograph Picture Frame displays a photo for a selected period of time You can select a photo from the connected USB device or preset picture folder 1 While the desired photo is displayed press OPTIONS then select File Actions Picture Frame 2 Press HOME then select Picture Frame Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 48 ...

Page 53: ... HDMI Equipment HDMI is an uncompressed 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 1 Turn on the connected equipment 2 Press INPUT and select the desired input source Be sure to use an authorized HDMI cable bearing the ...

Page 54: ...under External Inputs in the Home Menu To control the equipment by using the remote control press SYNC MENU and select the desired equipment from HDMI Device Selection 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 connec...

Page 55: ...ntrol for HDMI or Audio Return Channel an additional audio connection via DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL is necessary Video Camera Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the connected video camera when the connected video camera is turned on Automatically turns the connected video camera off when you switch the TV to standby mode Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 51 ...

Page 56: ...ration for Network Setup and Secured Network with Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS 2 Follow the configuration for Network Setup and Secured Network without Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS 3 Follow the configuration for Network Setup and Unsecured Network with Any Type of Wireless LAN Router 4 Refer to Network Setup and follow the instructions that appear on the screen Network Setup Network Setup helps you conf...

Page 57: ...k from the list of scanned wireless networks 3 Follow the instructions that appear on the setup screen Unsecured Network with Any Type of Wireless LAN Router For setting up a wireless LAN SSID wireless network name will be required Security key WEP or WPA key will not be required because you need to select no security method in this procedure 1 Select Wireless Setup from the Network Setup start up...

Page 58: ... BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway to Internet content delivering a variety of on demand entertainment straight to your TV By making a broadband Internet connection you can enjoy video content including movies and cartoons Be sure to connect your TV to the broadband Internet and complete the initial setup and Network Setup Selecting the BRAVIA Internet Video Highlight the video icon you wa...

Page 59: ... support this function To update BRAVIA Internet Video content services press HOME then select Network Refresh Internet Content Using the Internet Video You can seek forward or seek backward in the video content This feature is available depending on Internet content services Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation Press the corresponding buttons on your remote control 55 ...

Page 60: ... feature the TV has to be connected to the Internet to download map information 1 Select a photo by using the XMB 2 Press the buttons to zoom in out on the map 3 Press the far left colored button repeatedly to change the display position of the map 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 ...

Page 61: ...me network DLNA Certified media server is required 1 Press HOME and select the listed media servers under the Photo Music or Video category 2 Select files or folders to play from the list on the selected media server Files from a network device need to be compatible with the following file formats Still images JPEG format Music MP3 format or linear PCM format Video AVCHD or MPEG2 format not playab...

Page 62: ...he server you want to display on the Home Menu and adjust the settings Media Server Troubleshooting The TV detects 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 1 Press HOME then select Network Media Server Troubleshooting 2 The diagnostic result lis...

Page 63: ...e connecting the HD15 HD15 cable You can connect an HDMI 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...

Page 64: ...This TV s PC VGA input does not support interlaced 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 PC timing This will affect Preferences and Picture Display...

Page 65: ...lay a list of inputs POWER Press to turn on the TV or to enter standby mode BRAVIA Sync When the BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment is connected to the TV you can operate the equipment via the TV remote control while viewing pictures from the equipment THEATER Set Theater Mode to on for optimum sound and picture quality of film based content SYNC MENU Press to display the BRAVIA Sync Menu and then s...

Page 66: ...change the Scene Select setting Theater Mode turns off automatically Control for HDMI BRAVIA Sync is only available for the connected Sony equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is compatible with Control for HDMI Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 62 ...

Page 67: ...DEO QRIOCITY Top Page Parts Description Upper Upper i MANUAL Press to display the on screen instruction manual this manual SCENE Press to display the Scene Select menu Select the desired scene option for optimum sound and picture quality WIDE Press to change the wide mode CC SUBTITLE Press to turn closed captions subtitles on or off when the feature is available INTERNET VIDEO Press to access Inte...

Page 69: ... HOME Top Page Parts Description Middle Middle FAVORITES Press to display the Favorites menu GUIDE Press to display the program guide The Guide feature is available depending on your region country DISPLAY Press once to display information about the channel program input you are viewing The information will time out in a few seconds or press again to exit Press to move the on screen cursor Press t...

Page 70: ...s screen or exit from the menu 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 2010 Sony Corporation 66 ...

Page 71: ...ap Colored buttons 0 9 ENT Top Page Parts Description Lower Lower Colored buttons When the colored buttons are available an operation guide appears on the screen 0 9 ENT Press 0 9 to select a channel Press ENT to change channels immediately Use with 0 9 and ENT to select digital channels For example to enter 2 1 press 2 1 and ENT Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 67 ...

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Page 73: ...L CH MUTING JUMP Top Page Parts Description Bottom Bottom VOL Press to adjust the volume CH Press to select the next or previous channel MUTING Press to mute the sound Press again to restore the sound 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 69 ...

Page 75: ...Using the Home Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map POWER Top Page Parts Description Back Back POWER Press to turn on the TV or to enter standby mode Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 71 ...

Page 76: ...he picture 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 PIC OFF TIMER Lights up in green when you select Picture Off Lights up in orange when you set the timer Lights up and or blinks in orange during a software upgrade STANDBY Ligh...

Page 77: ...WER CHANNEL VOLUME INPUT HOME ENERGY SAVING SWITCH Top Page Parts Description Right Right POWER Press to turn on the TV or to enter standby mode When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is off the TV cannot be turned on 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 73 ...

Page 78: ...e TV Home Menu ENERGY SAVING SWITCH Press to turn the TV on or off When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is switched off power consumption is reduced When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is switched off you will not be able to perform functions such as saving clock settings Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 74 ...

Page 79: ...lso be connected to other analog RGB equipment 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 It is indispensable to use a PC cable with ferrite cores HDMI IN 1 4 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface provides an uncompressed all digital audio video interface bet...

Page 80: ...ht audio input jacks of your analog audio equipment You can use these outputs to listen to your TV s audio through your stereo system VIDEO IN 1 COMPONENT IN 1 2 1080p 1080i 720p 480p 480i This input can be used as a composite video input or as a component video input For composite use connect to VIDEO IN 1 for video and to AUDIO L R of COMPONENT IN 1 for audio signals For component connection use...

Page 81: ...nt 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 the HDMI IN 1 on the rear of the TV If not an additional connection with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL is necessary If the equipment has...

Page 83: ...s locked to one channel Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the TV s memory 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 UHF channels over an antenna make sure...

Page 84: ...ryers 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 the Picture Mode in Picture Adjustments If you set the Power Saving mode to Low or High black level will be enhanced Noisy pictu...

Page 85: ...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 cords To avoid TV interference make sure to use an u...

Page 86: ...annels You cannot select the desired channels Switch between digital and analog mode and select the desired channel Some channels are blank The channel is for scrambled subscription service only Subscribe to a pay TV service The channel is used only for data no picture or sound Contact the broadcaster for transmission details You cannot view digital channels Ask a local installer if digital transm...

Page 87: ...erly 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 configuration can be viewed by selecting the View Network Status option DLNA Certified media...

Page 88: ...affected for the following reasons Other wireless devices microwaves fluorescent lights etc are placed nearby There are floors or walls between the wireless LAN router and TV When using a USB Wireless LAN Adapter move it to avoid signal interference by using an extension cable with base unit optional accessory Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 84 ...

Page 89: ...ol does not operate Replace the batteries To determine if the problem is with the remote control or not press a button on the TV Check the polarity of the batteries or replace the batteries Point the remote control at the remote control 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 tu...

Page 90: ...nc You cannot control a second AV receiver Only one A V receiver may be used with the BRAVIA Sync and Control for HDMI functions at one time The buttons on the remote control do not operate equipment with the Control for HDMI function Poor picture quality on PC input Adjust the resolution Adjust Pitch and Phase Poor picture on BRAVIA Internet Video The quality of the video displayed on your TV dep...

Page 91: ...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 4 3 aspect ratio will have bands on the left and right sides of the screen Programs broadcasted in HD formats 720p and 1080i w...

Page 92: ...le 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 TV screen feels warm Due to the thin profile of this television the heat generated by the LCD panel ba...

Page 93: ...pment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Add Digital Channels Add Digital Channels Select to add digital channels Be sure to have the signal type option selected appropriately for the signal source Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 89 ...

Page 94: ...commended for basic home use Custom Stores your preferred settings Cinema For film based content Suitable in a theater like environment Sports Optimizes picture quality for viewing sports Game Standard For standard picture suitable for games Game Original Adjusts the game picture according to your preference Graphics Optimizes picture quality for viewing graphics Photo Vivid Enhances contrast shar...

Page 95: ...ite colors a neutral tint Warm 1 Warm 2 Gives white colors a reddish tint Warm 2 gives a redder tint than Warm 1 Sharpness Adjusts sharpness of the picture Noise Reduction Auto Automatically reduces picture noise analog TV mode or composite input signal only High Medium Low Modifies the effect of noise reduction Off Turns off Noise Reduction Noise Reduction is available when Intelligent Picture is...

Page 96: ...ilm based content Use this setting for standard use Auto 2 Provides the original film based content as is Off Turns off CineMotion If the image contains irregular signals or too much noise this setting is automatically turned off even if Auto 1 Auto 2 or Auto is selected Setting items vary depending on the TV model Advanced Settings Sets Picture Adjustments settings in more detail Reset Resets all...

Page 97: ...glare such as in scenes where the entire screen is white Clear White Emphasizes white colors Live Color Makes colors more vivid White Balance Adjusts the temperature of each color Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 93 ...

Page 98: ...s TV Country Rating and Unrated are available depending on your region country Password Sets a four digit password Country Select U S A or Canada for the appropriate ratings Rating Select the rating permission Downloadable U S Rating Digital Rating item name varies depending on your region country Customizes Parental Lock with downloadable digital rating Unrated Allows or blocks programs or movies...

Page 99: ...tures with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Picture Display Ambient Sensor Ambient Sensor Optimizes the picture by sensing the lighting environment surrounding the TV Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 95 ...

Page 100: ...ferences 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 Analog CC For the basic analog EIA 608 closed caption options Digital CC For both analog EIA 608 and digital EIA 708 closed caption options Display Options Customizes the closed caption appearance Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony...

Page 101: ...ooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the 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 2010 Sony Corporation 97 ...

Page 102: ...udio MTS Audio For enjoying stereo bilingual and monaural programs in analog mode Stereo For stereo reception Auto SAP For second audio reception of programs such as bilingual Mono For monaural reception Use this item when the stereo signal is unstable You can access Alternate Audio by using OPTIONS on the remote control This feature is only available for digital channels Return to Top Copyright 2...

Page 103: ...Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Program Information Source Program Information Source Select a source to receive program information Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 99 ...

Page 104: ...d Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Cable Antenna Cable Antenna Select Cable or Antenna according to your receiving signal You should run Auto Program after changing Cable Antenna Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 100 ...

Page 105: ...e Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Edit Channel Labels Edit Channel Labels Assigns a channel name of your choice Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 101 ...

Page 106: ...ferences Clock Timers Clock Timers Current Time Set 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 a time you set Sleep Timer Turns the TV to standby mode after a preset length of time When you turn off the TV and turn it on again Sleep Timer is reset to Off Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony C...

Page 107: ...x i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Product Support Contact Sony Contact Sony Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience TV specific information such as model name serial number software version and downloadable ratings if available from the TV are displayed here Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 103 ...

Page 108: ...onnected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Preferences Home Menu Scrolling Home Menu Scrolling Select the cursor speed for navigating through menu items from Standard Slow or No Auto Repeat Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 104 ...

Page 109: ...klight When you select Picture Off only sound remains Presence Sensor When the sensor detects no audience in front of the TV for a certain period of time it turns the picture off automatically while leaving the TV sound on Additionally if no presence is detected after 30 minutes in picture off mode the TV will switch to standby mode Idle TV Standby Turns the TV off after it has been idle for the p...

Page 110: ... Manual online map Top Page Using the 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 icon and label cannot be set Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 106 ...

Page 111: ...cription Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Analog Fine Tune Analog Fine Tune Allows you to fine tune the channels to adjust picture quality Select Auto to adjust to the most appropriate analog channel or Custom to adjust manually Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 107 ...

Page 112: ... 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 Select button functions of the TV s remote control to operate the connected equipment None For basic operations such as navigation buttons up down left or right etc Tuni...

Page 113: ... Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Preferences Info Banner Info Banner Displays information about the currently viewed TV channel and program Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 109 ...

Page 114: ...l online map Top Page Using the 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 2010 Sony Corporation 110 ...

Page 115: ...nected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Sound Key Tone Key Tone Select On to play sounds as you navigate with the remote control When you select Off the TV start up sound is also turned off Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 111 ...

Page 116: ...the Home Menu Fun Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Preferences Language Language Select the language displayed on the menu screens Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 112 ...

Page 117: ...th Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Network Media Server Troubleshooting Media Server Troubleshooting Diagnoses whether the TV can connect to each server on the home network Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 113 ...

Page 118: ... set the IP address manually or Auto to set it automatically IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Primary DNS Secondary DNS Configure each item when Manual is selected in IP Address Setting MAC Address Displays the MAC address which is a fixed globally unique identifier of the network device Proxy Server Configure the proxy server name and port number if you use a proxy server Network SSID Selec...

Page 119: ...shooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Product Support i Manual i Manual Displays the on screen instruction manual this manual Some features can be started directly from the i Manual Press to start the feature when Use this feature is displayed at the bottom of the screen Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 115 ...

Page 120: ...Front Panel Illumination Panel Key Illumination is available depending on the TV model Logo Illumination Lights up or turns off the Sony logo on the front of the TV Panel Key Illumination Lights up the panel key indicator Select Auto to have the indicator light up only when you touch the buttons on the right rear of the TV or select On to have the indicator remain lit up while the TV is turned on ...

Page 121: ... Features with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Preferences Picture Adjustments Lock Picture Adjustments Lock Prevents the picture adjustments from being changed Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 117 ...

Page 122: ...el Modulation is available depending on your region country Color Matrix Reproduces the color difference signals It is recommended to leave this at the factory default setting RGB Dynamic Range Produces natural color by changing the luminance tone reproduction of HDMI input color signals RGB Select Auto for standard use Change the settings only when the luminance tone of the display is unnatural M...

Page 123: ...ge Using the Home Menu Preferences Quick Start Quick Start Turns the TV on faster than usual when TV is pressed on the remote control Up to three time periods can be set When you set Smart Mode to On the TV recognizes the time periods when you watch TV the most and will turn on faster If Quick Start is set power consumption may increase Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 119 ...

Page 124: ...tures with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Preferences Recommendation Recommendation Searches for and shows programs you may like under Recommendations in Favorites Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 120 ...

Page 125: ... with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Preferences Region Region Select your location to receive services from Internet content providers as well as TV Guide program data Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 121 ...

Page 126: ...uch as a digital still camera or mobile phone using those control devices via the network Renderer Access Control Select Allow to allow access from a specified control device Renderer Options Auto Access Permission permits access to the TV automatically when a control device accesses the TV for the first time When Smart Select is set to On the TV can respond to infrared signals sent from control d...

Page 127: ... like those in a theater Sports Presents realistic pictures and sound just like those in a stadium Photo Reproduces the texture and color of a printed photo Photo is available only when the input signal is 1080i p except broadcast signal Music Lets you experience dynamic and clear sound just like at a concert Game Broadens your game playing experience with superb picture and sound quality Graphics...

Page 128: ...ut 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 Select Normal to display the ...

Page 129: ...arges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the original source is 4 3 When the original source is 16 9 High definition source select this item to display the 16 9 picture in its original size H Stretch Enlarges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the original source is 16 9 screen It is useful for HD channels with 4 3 content Zoom Displays the cinemascopic letter box forma...

Page 130: ...lable depending on the TV model Screen Position Adjusts the vertical position and horizontal position of the picture Vertical Size Adjusts the vertical size of the picture Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 126 ...

Page 131: ...Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Network Show Hide Media Servers Show Hide Media Servers Displays the connected server list You can select the server to display in the Home Menu Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 127 ...

Page 132: ...ected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Show Hide Channels Show Hide Channels Select channels to show or hide when you surf with the CH button or in the channel list on the XMB Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 128 ...

Page 133: ...atures with Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Product Support Signal Diagnostics Signal Diagnostics Select to view the diagnostics information for the current signal Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 129 ...

Page 134: ...pdate Updates the TV software automatically through your existing antenna cable Internet when available To always keep the software updated to the newest version it is recommended to have this menu item set to On Automatic Software Update through the Internet is available only on certain TV models The software updates when the TV is in standby mode If performing an update your TV may take up to se...

Page 135: ...inputs Available inputs may vary depending on your region country Sound Mode Dynamic Enhances the treble and bass sound to make sound clear Standard Provides natural sound Clear Voice Makes voice clearer by lowering background sound Custom For customized sound settings Custom is available depending on your region country Reset Resets all the Sound Adjustments settings to the factory settings exclu...

Page 136: ...ed Stereo is available depending on your region country Before selecting Surround be sure to set menu items in Scene Select according to your target program type to obtain surround effects Sound Enhancer Reproduces clear sound by complementing high frequency bands Equalizer Adjusts the frequency response Steady Sound Keeps volume level constant across all programs and advertisements e g Advertisem...

Page 137: ...ap Top Page Using the Home Menu Sound Speakers Speakers Select TV speakers or external audio system connected to the TV to output TV sound To use multi channel audio select external audio system and connect optical out for equipment compatible with Dolby Digital Audio System must be selected to listen to 5 1 multi channel audio Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 133 ...

Page 138: ...th Connected Equipment Parts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Network Refresh Internet Content Refresh Internet Content For reconnection to the Internet to receive available Internet content services Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 134 ...

Page 139: ...arts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs USB Auto Start USB Auto Start Select Slideshow or Thumbnail View to start photo playback automatically Be sure to turn on the TV before connecting a USB device to the TV Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 135 ...

Page 140: ...map Top Page Using the Home Menu Channels Inputs Video 1 Component 1 Selection Video 1 Component 1 Selection Switches between Component 1 input and Video 1 input If you select Auto the TV detects the terminal connection signal and switches to either Component 1 or Video 1 You cannot use Component 1 and Video 1 at the same time Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 136 ...

Page 141: ...rts Description Troubleshooting Index i Manual online map Top Page Using the Home Menu Sound Audio Out Audio Out Select Fixed to adjust volume with an audio system s remote control or Variable to adjust volume with the TV s remote control when using an external audio system Return to Top Copyright 2010 Sony Corporation 137 ...

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