Sony KDL-32N4000 - 32" Class Bravia N Series Lcd Tv Operating Instructions Manual Download

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Page 1: ...Operating Instructions KDL 32N4000 KDL 37N4000 BRAVIA 2008 Sony Corporation ...

Page 2: ...s concerning safety precautions see Safety and Regulatory Booklet included Installing o The TV should be installed near an easily accessible power outlet o To prevent internal heat buildup do not block the ventilation openings o Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration o Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41 F SoC o If ...

Page 3: ... Setting Up the Channel List Initial Setup 23 Using BRAVIA Theatre Sync with Control for HDMI 24 Using DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 24 Remote Control and TV Controls lndicators Inserting Batteries 25 When Using the Remote Control 25 Remote Control 26 TV Controlsllndicators 30 Using TV Menus Navigating through TV Menus 31 Menu Descriptions 31 i Using the Shortcuts Menu 32 J Using the Picture Menu 34 ...

Page 4: ...ee page 14 The Quick Setup Guide enclosed separately illustrates how to connect other optional equipment Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio You can enjoy crisp clear images smooth movement and high impact visuals from 1DaDi HD signals When you compare a high definition signal to a standard analog signal you will notice a big difference The 1DaDi HD signals provide more than twice the vertical resolu...

Page 5: ...lace your palm directly underneath but do not squeeze the panel s speaker grill area The Subwoofer for this product is packaged separately Complete the following instructions to install the TV to the Subwoofer before the connection and setup 1 Take out the Subwoofer from the cushion and the 4 screws from the accessory bag You will find the Subwoofer next to the TV unit Keep the screws away from ch...

Page 6: ...5 N m 15Kgf cm 6 Ii Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from ltopplding over as unsecured TVs may topp e an result in property damage serious bodily injury or even death Prevent the TV from Toppling o Secure the TV to a wall and or stand o Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets o Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV o Never install the TV on slip...

Page 7: ...he Wall Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and the wall mounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor Use your TV with the following WALL MOUNT BRACKET only For bracket installation refer to the instructions on page 9 and the instruction guide provided by the Wall Mount Bracket model for your TV Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV especial...

Page 8: ... on Installing the Wall Mount Bracket and also the Instruction Guide provided by the Wall Mount Bracket model for your TV p If an electric screwdriver is used set the torque to tighten at approximately 1 5 N m 15Kgf cm 8 Ifyou decide to mount the TV on a wall follow the steps below to uninstall the metal neck from the Subwoofer to improve its cosmetic appearance 1 Gently lay the Subwoofer face dow...

Page 9: ... these instructions carefully Periodic inspection and maintenance is highly recommended to ensure that TV is securely mounted Installing the Wall Mount Bracket and Mounting Hooks 1 Open Wall Mount package and check for all the required parts including the instruction 2 See Installation dimensions table to determine the best location fOf wall mounting The wall must be strong enough to support at le...

Page 10: ...6 em Leave at least this much space around the set 4 inches 10 em D l s Leave at least this much space around the set 11 7 8 inches 30 em _ _ _ _ _ 11 7 8 inches r J O 4 inches 10 em Installed with the Subwoofer 4 inches 10cm G 1 p j 0 I I 10 r i 0 I O d j g h e f r a b Never install the TV set as follows Air circulation is blocked Air circulation is blocked all Hook position a cannot be used for ...

Page 11: ...rder or other video equipment such as a DVD or video game equipment fl J If you have mono equipment connect its audio output jack to the TV s L MONO audio input jack Connects to your headphones If your headphones do not match the jack use a suitable plug adapter not supplied tl J While headphones are connected the TV speakers are muted Continued 11 ...

Page 12: ...IN 2 DVI connector is for video signals only the Audio jacks provide support for the audio DVI to HDMI cable DVI to HDMI adapter Audio cable 6 For better PC view use the PC IN RGB IN input HDMI connection is necessary to view 480i 480p nop and 1080i formats Note that this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1 366 dots x 768 lines tID SERVICE ONLY This USB port is for service onl...

Page 13: ... 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 Connects to DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter not supplied to display photos and videos or play music from a Portable Player to your TV see page 24 for more details ttn Available DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters vary in each area Do not connect an adapter other than th...

Page 14: ...nection 1 Using DIN cable supplied connect the AUDIO SYSTEM output on the rear of the TV to the AUDIO SYSTEM input on the Subwoofer as shown below 2 Once Subwoofer installation is complete connect the 2 Satellite Speakers to the Subwoofer p Only the supplied Subwoofer should be connected to the AUDIO SYSTEM output from the TV if you connect any other equipment it could cause a malfunction or damag...

Page 15: ... make sure to connect the black cables to the blackjacks of the Satellite Speakers and the white cables with the red mark to the corresponding red jacks b For a better look you can hide the cables of the Satellite Speakers by threading them through the rear column see illustration Continued 15 ...

Page 16: ...he red mark from the Satellite Speakers to the R and L Subwoofer jacks red and black cables from the Satellite Speakers to the R and L Subwoofer jacks iii black 3 Once Subwoofer and Satellite Speakers connection is complete plug the TV s and Subwoofer s AC power cords into the wall outlet 16 ...

Page 17: ...acket WS WVlOD sold separately For this accessory use only the screw that is attached to the Satellite Speakers Use a screwdriver to remove the screw from the Satellite Speakers p If you use an electric screwdriver set the torque for tightening at approximately 1 5 N m 15Kgf cm Be sure to store the removed screws and the Satellite Speakers Stand in a safe place until you are ready to reattach the ...

Page 18: ...Right Speakers and Subwoofer replay sound of 5 1 channels When the Sound effect is off or Dolby Pro Logic II Virtual mode It s recommended to place the Satellite Speakers at both sides of the TV In this position the Speakers will play the same sound like the TV lateral speakers duplicating the power of the sound of the left and right channels II i i I i i b See page 35 for more details of Sound ef...

Page 19: ...rogramming you will need to use an optional A B RF Switch not supplied to switch between the cable and over the air antenna programming as shown A B RF Switch Cable di1h Antenna e t J W J LP bJ Be sure to set Cable setting to On or Off in Channel menu for the type of input signal you choose see page 37 for more details You can also enjoy high definition programming by subscribing to high definitio...

Page 20: ...nd not an HDMI connector use a DVI to HDMI cable or adapter to connect the DVI output to either HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 input and connect the audio jacks to the AUDIO UR jacks below the HDMI IN 2 DVI connector is for video signals only the audio jacks provide support for the audio Shown with Component Connection CATV Satellite antenna cable HD cable boxIHD satellite box J 1 I I_ mj Y green Ps blue ...

Page 21: ... signal from the PC according to the chart below x 75 x 75 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ x W x 68 48 60 UI elines n524 x 768 S6 5 1fr YES A 1 024 168 6 0 0 1 5 VESA 1 284 x 7 6 i f 4 7 i f 6 6 VESA i 1 n 360 x 768 47 7 60 V ES Ai __ A SVGA _ p This TV s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync This TV s PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals For the best picture quality it is...

Page 22: ...ones Camcorder Side Panel C LEI ANTENNA It J CABLE ANTENNA Digital audio equipment ___ rfl A DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter for portable player 1 1 Rear of TV Game system Digital recorder Analog audio equipment AN Receiver Home Theater p Refer to the Quick Setup Guide supplied when connecting other equipment to your TV 22 ...

Page 23: ... Channel menu as described on page 37 To display the picture in your preferred aspect ratio o Select the proper Wide Mode as described on pages 28 and 36 b You may want to set up convenient features such as Favorites see page 32 Show Hide Channels see page 37 Label Channels see page 37 when Auto Program is completed b If you want to run Auto Program later select No If you have both cable and anten...

Page 24: ...uts will tum on automatically when selected 24 When you connect a Sony A V receiver with BRAVIA Theatre Sync function to your TV the following additional operation is possible By pressing 0 on the remote control it turns on and searches for external audio system When the BRAVIA Theatre Sync audio system is on the internal speakers of the TV will tum off and the Picture Mode will change automatical...

Page 25: ...trol Follow the guidelines below Point your remote control directly at the IR sensor located on your TV Make sure that no objects are blocking the path between the remote control and IR sensor on your TV Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your remote control try turning off the fluorescent lamps If you are having troubles with the remote control reinsert or replace your batteries and make sure t...

Page 26: ...n pertaining to the channel and or program when available The OSD On Screen Display will time out in a few seconds or press again to immediately tum off the display PICTURE THEATER Press to tum on and off the Theater Mode The picture settings will be set for a cinema like experience and the audio will be switched to the audio output of the attached speakers of your BRAVIA Theatre Sync audio system...

Page 27: ...es information about the current program being shown on each channel Info banner Channel list f JJ Program information in the guide is provided by the broadcasters As a result it may sometimes include only the channel number without a program title or description Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings Press to mute the sound Press ag...

Page 28: ...om The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen menu see page 36 Changing the Wide Screen Mode 4 j oriiiinaisource 16 9 riginaIsource Standard definition source High definition source l r Wide Zoom Wide Zoom q i j if il t i i 1 i Normal j Norma I i DJ I This mode is not available J _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ w i FuTl I Full 1 IKJl Zoom j Zoom I 28 ...

Page 29: ...e buttons and 0 on the remote control Press 1 1 1 to move the on screen cursor Press CD to select confirm an item Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs 6J See page 41 Label Inputs on setting up the External Inputs labels TOOLS 1 1 1 CD MI JUMP FAVORITES This feature lets you create and choose a list of up to 8 favorite channels Press...

Page 30: ... function may be affected 4 CHANNEL J POWEFf Press to tum on and otTilie TV _ IDTIMERIPICOFF Lights up in amber when the timer is set When theiimeris set thisLEb iifremairiiiteven LED if the TV is turned off For details see page 42 If the LED blinks in red continuously this may indicate the TV needs servicing see contacting Sony information on the back cover Lights up in green when the Backlight f...

Page 31: ... additional features like Closed Captions CC Info Banner Label Inputs Skip Inputs ClocklTimers Language Auto Sort Control Control for HDMI Update Control for HDMI List or Product Support The Parental Lock feature allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating P t I L k levels Use on the remote aren a OC I d d contro to enter a lour Iglt passwor The first time y...

Page 32: ...ss 8 to add the current channel to your Favorites list t6J You can also press Os to see your Favorite Channel list Wide Mode This option is a direct shortcut to the Screen menu to adjust the picture size in the Wide Mode option see page 36 _ _ _ 0 M _ _ _ _ M _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ n __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ClocklTimers This option is a shortcut to adjust ClocklTimers on Setup menu see page 42 _ _ _ _...

Page 33: ... Change Channels in the Sub Window Press CH to change the channels or enter the channel number using the numeric buttons Main Window PC Sub Window TV Channel To Exit from PC PIP PC input 1 Press and select External Inputs on the Shortcuts menu 2 From External Inputs list select TV input to return to TV channels tt n To exit from PC PIP you can also select a channel from your Favorites channels lis...

Page 34: ..._ _ __ _ _ _ Gamma Adjusts the balance between the light and dark areas of the picture _ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ __ _ _ Clear White Emphasizes white and light colors __ _ __ __ __ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Live Color Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear skin tones Reset Light Sensor Select On to ...

Page 35: ...te Speakers next to the TV see more details on page 18 The reception of steady or mono sound is normal Balance Press 1 to emphasize left or right speaker balance then press to set Backlight Alt AudiolMTS Select to tum on or off the internal speakers _ p p p _ _ _ _ p P _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Turns off the Backlight to conserve power while the audio is left on This Audio feature for current program lets you...

Page 36: ...ypically this requires special setup on DVD equipment s menu If frequent screen changes are disturbing to you select Off _ _ _ Select to tum off the Auto Wide option Choose a screen mode from the Wide Mode option _ _ Select the default Screen Mode to use for 4 3 sources Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen keeping the original image as much as possible with minimal d...

Page 37: ... switch between cable or antenna connection be sure to select the correct Cable option to On or Off in the Channel menu Select Auto Program Select OK to start Auto Program When Auto Program is done select OK 1 2 P IMPORTANT You must perform Auto Program after cable or antenna is connected If you cancel Auto Program some channels may not be available _ _ _ _ Show Hide Channels Allows you to show or...

Page 38: ... manually U S See page 40 for details Canada See page 40 for details Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating Allow Block If you block unrated TV programs be aware that the following types of programs may be blocked programs broadcast from another country emergency broadcasts political programs sports news public service announcements religious programs and weather f JJ I...

Page 39: ...ked channel Press e when tuned to a blocked program then enter the password To reactivate the Parental Lock settings turn off and on the TV Allows you to block individual video inputs Press 1 to scroll through the video inputs and press Select to change your password Use buttons to select a four digit password to confirm password enter it again 6 You need your password for any future access into t...

Page 40: ...ature audienceonlY _ Content Based Ratings FV Fantasy violence o Suggestive dialogue L Strong language Sexuafshuations M _ _ _ V Violence 6J To ensure maximum blocking capability set the Age Based Ratings _ _ H __ _ _ o Canadian Models Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada select Canada in the Select Country setting see page 39 C All children 8 Ch...

Page 41: ...aracter Align Edge Color Edge Type Background Color Background Opacity or Window Color _ M _ _ _ _ Basic cc Closed Captions CC can be turned on and off by pressing the c J button on the remote control Skip Inputs _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ Info Banner Sets On or Off When On displays the program name and the remaining time if the broadcaster offers this service Displays for a few second...

Page 42: ...ion and enter a new channel number JJ Timer feature will be not available until you set the Current Time Select to set the current time day hour minutes and AMlPM 1 Press G to select Current Time 2 Press 1 1 1 to set day hour minutes and AMIPM 3 Press MENU to exit Language Select to display all on screen settings in your language of choice English Espanol Spanish Fran ais French _ _ H _ __ __ _ _ ...

Page 43: ...that CabieinChannef settings is set to On To receive or select UHF channels over an antenna make sure Cable is set to Off Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not presently in the TV s memory page 37 The TV turns offautomatically 0 Check if sTeep is activated or confirm the Duration setting of Timer see page 42 o If there is no signal the TV will tum off automatically _ _ _ _ _...

Page 44: ...ed with 0 on the remote control set 4 3 Default to Off in the Screen menu page 36 D Tum off the Auto Wide option in the Screen menu see page 36 Sudd nlythePIcture gets O Theprcturegetssmaller duringthe commercials this is due to themethod smaller the provider broadcasts their contents When HD content channels switch to SD definition content commercials the picture may be small with a black border ...

Page 45: ... cable not being displayed channels Check with your cable company for more information o The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Show Hide Channels setting see page 37 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ o Select the Parental Lock menu then enter the following master password 4357 The master password clears your previous password and allows you to enter a new password page 38 How to reset th...

Page 46: ...t Signal Reference Chart on page 21 PC AUDIO INPUT Stereo mini jack 500 mVrms 47 kilohms Headphones Stereo mini jack Impedance 16 ohms Power and others Power requirement 120 V AC 60 Hz Power consumption in use 155W 190W in standby All models less than I W Subwoofer 50W Screen size inches measured 31 5 32 class 37 diagonally Display resolution 1 366 dots x 768 lines horizontal x vertical SpeakerlFu...

Page 47: ...described 11 Hue 34 Info Banner 41 Infrared Receiver lR 30 INPUT button 29 30 Installing the TV on a wall 7 9 J JUMP button 29 L Label Channels 37 Label Inputs 41 Language 42 Light Sensor Described 30 M Menu Channel 37 Parental Lock 38 Picture 34 Screen 36 Setup 41 Shortcuts 32 Sound 34 MENU button 27 30 Movie Rating 40 MUTING button 27 p Parental Lock 32 38 PC IN 13 PC PIP 33 Phase 36 Picture 34 ...

Page 48: ...ting your television Contact Sony Customer Support at http www sony comltvsupport or to speak with a support representative United States 1 800 222 S0NY 7669 Canada 1 877 899 S0NY 7669 Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store 11111111111111111111111111111 3291227131 http www sony net Printed in U S A...

Page 49: ...ure reference For Your Convenience Please contact Sony directly if you have questions on the use of your television after reading your Quick Setup Guide and Operating Instruction Manual Contact Sony Customer Support at Or to speak with a support representative United States Canada l BOO 222 S0NY 7669 l B77 B99 S0NY 7669 Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in...

Page 50: ...n Audio Connection Connector HOMI HOMI cable carries both HOMI2 em video and audio signals Q When HOMI is u connected to OVI with c HIDMI connection rc an adapter a separate E audio L R is necessary g Component Q em 0 Component 2 0 Component connection Q Audio lIR l J Video 0 0 l J J SVIDEO connection Audio L R Use this onnector in place of composite video connector Video Video 2 Compo site video ...

Page 51: ...f the Satellite Speakers and the red cables to the corresponding red jacks Connect the Satellite Speakers cables to the Subwoofer output Connect white cable with the red mark from the Satellite Speakers to the R and L Subwoofer jacks red and the black cables from the Satellite Speakers to the R and L Subwoofer jacks black o o o D o o o 2JJ Do not connect unspecified cable to the TV AUDIO SYSTEM in...

Page 52: ...d will start scanning for the available channels f6J If you have both cable and antenna available please connect cable first IMPORTANT You must perform Auto Program after cable or antenna is connected Ifyou cancel Auto Program some channels may not be available 3 Follow the help text provided on the screen to run Auto Program When the searching of channels is done press 0 to complete the Auto Prog...

Page 53: ...MENU on your remote control and select Picture or Sound menu then choose the appropriate setting for your content U h IPICTURE kl d I se t e remote contro to qUlC ya Just pICture qua lty Refer to your BRAVIA Operating Instructions Manual for more information To learn more about HDTV visit http www learningcenter sony us home php DISPLAY SLEEP POWER D THEATER ___ MOOE ___ fA SOUND PICTURE WIDE GUID...

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Page 55: ...000 KDL 37 4000 KDL 26FA400 KDL 32FA40 IKDL 37F 400 3 295 212 11 1 Attaching the Subwoofer Instalacion del Subwoofer Fixation de I ifragrave o 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in Mexico X 1111 1111111111111111111111111 3295212111 ...

Page 56: ... you in the unlikely event that a safety notification is required Please take the time to register the product at our web site From U S A http productregistration sony com From Canada http www SonyStyle ca registration Ifyou have any operational questions regarding your new purchase please see the instruction manuals and support documents that came with your Sony product Thank you 1111 1111111 218...

Page 57: ...egalement de vous envoyer des envois periodiques au sujet de nouveaux produits ou de vous contacter dans Ie cas peu probable ou une notification de securite serait requise Veuillez prendre Ie temps d enregistrer Ie produit sur notre site Web Aux Etats Unis http productregistration sony com Au Canada http www SonyStyle ca registration Pour toute question sur Ie fonctionnement de votre nouvel achat ...

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Page 60: ...distortion and or noisy sound INSTALLATION The TV should be installed near an easily accessible AC power outlet o Do not install the TV face up or down upside down or on its side o Do not install the TV in hot oily humid or excessively dusty places o Do not install the TV in places _ o subject to extreme temperature rUl 1 such as in direct sunlight near a radiator or a heating vent The pili TV may...

Page 61: ... of the TV if it is not safe to operate Broken screen panel I o not thr ow anything at the rr 1 V as the Impact can cause IIIL the LCD screen glass to lL I crack break or scatter f D If damage occurs to the LCD panel small traces of liquid crystal sandwiched between the glass may be found on scattered broken glass D Do not touch the broken glass with bare hands As with any broken glass pieces avoi...

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Page 64: ...shed parts or ii replace the product with a new or refurbished product For purposes of this Limited Warranty refurbished means a product or part that has been returned to its original specifications In the event of a defect these are your exclusive remedies Visit SONY s Web Site www sony com support Repair Replacement Warranty This Limited Warranty shall apply to any repair replacement part or rep...

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