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Intro
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Introducing the TV
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing this Sony LCD digital TV. This manual is for
models KDL-V26XBR1, KDL-V32XBR1 and KDL-V40XBR1.
Package Contents
Along with your new TV, the packing box contains a remote control, and
two AA (R6) batteries. See page 98 for the complete list of packaging
contents.
Features
Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:
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WEGA GATE™:
WEGA GATE is a new feature that allows you to
easily navigate to the most convenient TV functions: favorite channels,
cable channels, antenna channels, external input list, viewing photo and
movies or settings.
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WEGA Engine:
Delivers superb picture quality from any video source
by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to-analog
conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. This engine features
unique Sony technology, including:
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The first step in the digital processing system, Composite
Component Processor (CCP-X), which enhances input signal-to-
noise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing.
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DRC
®
(Digital Reality Creation)-MF V1:
Unlike conventional
line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal’s
NTSC waveform with the near-HD equivalent by digital mapping
processing. The
DRC Palette
option lets you customize the level of
detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity) to create up to three
custom palettes.
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Integrated HDTV:
You can watch digital television programs and
enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs.
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Wide Screen Mode:
Watch conventional 4:3 aspect ratio broadcasts in
wide screen (16:9) mode.
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S-master Full Digital Amplifier:
Delivers superb clear dialog and
reproduces the original sound quality while minimizing any sound
fragmentation or jitter noise.
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CineMotion
®
:
Using the reverse 3-2 pull down technology, the
CineMotion feature provides smoother picture movement when playing
back movies or other video sources on film.
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Parental Control:
V-Chip technology allows parents to block
unsuitable programming from younger viewers.
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