KDL-32S3000

Key Features
32" Class BRAVIA S Series LCD TV (31.5" Diagonally)
16:9 HD Resolution Panel (1366x768) BRAVIA Engine full digital video processor Live Color Creation featuring WCG-CCFL backlight DMeX-ready with XMB GUI - Intuitive & Expandable HD Inputs - HDMI (x2), YPbPr (x2), PC Input HDTV with ATSC Digital Tuner with QAM BRAVIA Engine full digital video processor Digital audio amplifier 16:9 HD Resolution Panel (1366x768) Light sensor backlighting control Key Technologies
BRAVIA Engine Video Processing System BRAVIA S-Series LCD televisions use Sony's BRAVIA Engine full digital video
processor for crisp and clear images. Several special picture enhancement technologies are integrated into the processor to create better gradations with more detail, enhance contrast, and dynamically improve color performance. > Digital Noise Reduction Circuits: Reduces block noise and mosquito noise by using pixel-level filtering to reproduce a clean and clear picture. And Motion Vector Noise Reduction reduces just the noise in the video signal for video further reducing unwanted noise and blur artifacts. > Digital Contrast Enhancer circuit: Improves contrast by enhancing all areas from dark to bright in parallel with texture control providing a three dimensional picture. > Color Reality signal processing enables the expression of all the colors of life in vivid detail for dark and bright scenes. Details in dark areas of the picture are there, just like they are supposed to be.
Live Color Creation (featuring WCG-CCFL) Live Color Creation is a special Sony function that achieves precise, wide color
reproduction using a combination of advanced chroma signal processing algorithms. A special wide color gamut backlight (WCGCCFL) is coupled with Sonys Live Color Creation circuitry. The benefit is clear blues, natural greens and overall vibrant colors in all scenes.

64x 10-BIT

Xross Media Bar (XMB ) On-Screen Menu System Xross Media Bar is Sonys Emmy Award winning on-screen navigation that
provides quick access to various set up functions and features. For instance selecting different types of media is made fun and easy by scrolling horizontally across icons until you find the type of media you are looking for. After selecting the media type, a list of its content appears as vertical thumbnails. Key set up menus and features work the same way. The main benefit of the XMB is that users can navigate through on-screen menus without taking their eyes off of their TV.
DMe Compatibility DMe compatibility allows the connection and operation of a whole new category of products that is being
developed by Sony (sold separately). The first of these products is the optional BRAVIA Internet Video Link module.
BRAVIA Theatre Sync BRAVIA Theatre Sync reduces the hassle and time consuming job of powering up, changing the
signal routing, and adjusting other functions to the simple push of one button. All you need to do is to connect BRAVIA Theatre Sync capable products to each other via one HDMI cable. The rest is easy. For instance, the One Push Play function activates by touching the play button on the remote and BRAVIA Theatre Sync takes over from there. The BRAVIA Home Theatre System and TV turn on. The DVD input on the BRAVIA Theatre system and TV activates. The TV mutes. And finally the DVD plays. There are two other BRAVIA BRAVIA Theatre Sync functions - One-Push Theatre Settings, which provides optimal picture and sound settings for movies and OnePush System Shut Down for turning off the entire home entertainment system.
BRAVIA Internet Video Link The first DMe product to be introduced to the market is the DMX-NV1 BRAVIA Internet Video Link
module (sold separately). The DMX-NV1 can stream available Internet video from select content providers directly to your TV with a broadband connection3 without the need for a PC.
S-Force Front Surround S-Force Front Surround is a virtual surround sound experience made possible using just two front
speakers in select BRAVIA models. To accomplish this, Sony spent several years studying how our ears work. By understanding exactly how we recognize the origin, direction, volume and timing differences in sound right and left ear, Sony was able to create complex audio processing that delivers dynamic virtual surround sound without the need to bounce sound off walls and back to the listener.

Features

General
Closed Captions (CC): Yes DMeX support: Yes
Audio Power Output: 20W (10W x2)
1. Limited to resolutions supported by both the PC and the Sony TV. See Sony TV users manual and PC documentation for supported resolutions 2. Emmy is the copyrighted property of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (ATAS/NATAS). 3. Connection speed of at least 1 Mbps recommended. Video quality and picture size varies and is dependent upon broadband speed and delivery by content provider. 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Sony, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Engine, and CineMotion are trademarks of Sony. Dolby Digital is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI ) technology. HDMI, the HMDI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. VESA is a trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association Inc. ATSC is a trademark of Electronic Industries Association. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Nonmetric weights and measures are approximate. Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org)

Inputs and Outputs

Audio Out (Variable/Fixed): 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s): 2 (Rear) Composite Video Input(s): 3 (2 Rear/1 Side) Digital Audio Output(s): 1 (Rear) RF Connection Input(s): 1 (Rear) S-Video Input(s): 2 (1 Rear/1 Side) rear input has Auto S Video Input Detection Headphone Output(s): 1 (Side) PC Audio Input(s): 1 (Rear) PC Video Input(s): 1 (Rear) with D-sub 15 and L/R stereo mini plug connection1 Analog Audio Input(s) (Total): 5 (4 Rear/1 Side) HDMI Connection(s) (Total): 2 (Rear) HDMI Connection(s) (w/ Analog Audio In): 1 with L/R RCA audio connections
Video Processing: Yes (BRAVIA Engine System) Noise Reduction: Yes 10-bit Video Processing: Yes 3D Comb Filter: Yes Live Color Creation Technology: Yes Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Cinema
Auto SAP: Yes Steady Sound Automatic Volume Control: Yes Stereo System: MTS Dolby: Dolby Digital (AC3/ATSC only) Audio Mode: Dynamic, Standard, Custom SRS: SRS TruSurround XT Audio Effect
Power Consumption (in Operation): 158W Power Consumption (in Standby): Less than 0.1W Power Requirements: AC 120-240V, 50/60Hz

Convenience

Favorite Channel: Yes Sleep Timer: 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, Off Clock: Yes Power Save Mode: Standard, Reduced, Picture Off Input Skip: Yes Remote Control: Yes Label Inputs: Yes ID-1 Detection: Yes On/Off Timer: Yes BRAVIA Theatre Sync : Yes (One-Button Home Theater Control (HDMI-CEC)) Show/Hide Channels: Yes Parental Control: Yes On-Screen Display: Menu LightSensor Technology: Yes Freeze: Yes Channel Labels: Yes
Regulation and Standard Compliance
Energy Star Compliant: Yes VESA Hole Spacing Compatible: Yes VESA Hole Pitch: 200 x 200 hole pattern / M6 thread size / 14mm hole depth
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Parts / 1 Year Labor

Dimensions

Weight: 37.5 lbs (17kg) with pedestal; 32lbs (14.5kg) without pedestal

Supplied Accessories

Specifications
Television Type: Flat Panel LCD HDTV
Tabletop Stand RM-YD018 Remote Control AA x 2 Batteries Support belt and screws Operation Manual
Advanced Video Processor: CineMotion /Film Mode/Cinema Drive, Contrast enhancer circuit, Green and blue enhancer, Motion and edge adaptive I/P converter, MPEG Noise Reduction

Optional Accessories

SU-WL500 Wall Mount Bracket RHT-G800 Audio Stand SU-FL300M TV Stand Color: Black UPC Code: 027242710269
Please visit the Dealer Network for current information at www.sony.com/dn Last Updated: 10/27/2008
Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego, CA 92127 1.800.222.7669 www.sony.com

Macintosh is a trademark licensed to Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. BRAVIA and , S-Force, BRAVIA Theatre Sync, and DMex are trademarks or registered marks of Sony Corporation. XMB, XrossMediaBar and PS3 are trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Installing

s The TV should be installed near an easily accessible power outlet. s To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation openings. s Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration. s Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41F (5C). s If the TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm location, or if the room temperature changes suddenly, the picture may be blurred or show poor color due to moisture condensation. In this case, please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before turning on the TV. s To obtain the best picture, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight. It is recommended to use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the screen with opaque drapery. It is desirable to install the TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-26S3000/KDL-32S3000/ KDL-40S3000/KDL-46S3000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTIFICATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

AC power cord

Observe the followings to prevent the AC power cord from being damaged. If the AC power cord is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. Stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service center to exchange it. s Do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. s Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cord excessively. The core lines may be bared and cut, causing a short-circuit, and resulting in a fire or an electric shock. s Do not convert or damage the power cord. s Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord. s Do not move the TV with the power cord plugged in. s Keep the power cord away from heat sources. s When you disconnect the AC power cord, disconnect it from the wall outlet first. s Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the power cord. Do not pull the power cord. s Do not use the supplied AC power cord on any other equipment. s Use only an original Sony AC power cord, not other brands.

Wall outlet

The TV set with a three-wire grounding type AC power cord plug must be connected to an AC power socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. Do not use a poor fitting outlet. Insert the plug fully into the outlet. If it is loose, it may cause arcing and result in a fire. Contact your electrician to have the outlet changed.

Wiring

When connecting cables, be sure to unplug the AC power cord for your safety. Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may damage the TV set.

Electric shock

Do not touch the AC power cord or the TV with a wet hand. If you plug/unplug the AC power cord from the TV with a wet hand, it may cause electric shock.

Lightning storms

For added protection for this TV during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the TV due to lightning and power line surges.

When not in use

If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set should be disconnected from the AC power outlet for environmental and safety reasons. The TV set is not disconnected from the AC power source when the TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set completely, pull the plug from the AC power outlet.

Overloading

This TV set is designed to operate on a 120 - 240 V AC supply only. Take care not to connect too many appliances to the same AC power outlet as this could result in a fire or an electric shock.

Optional equipment

Do not install optional equipment too close to the TV set. Keep optional equipment at least 11 7/8 inches (30 cm) away from the TV set. If a VCR is installed in front of the TV set or beside the TV set, the picture may become distorted. Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the TV set is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.

Product Support Clock/Timers

Settings

Media Category Bar

Screen Video Options TV

Category Object Bar
From the horizontal Media Category Bar you can control: Settings: timer, picture, sound, screen and other options (see page 30 for customization options). TV Channels: available channels are displayed on the vertical Category Object Bar. External Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other inputs can also be selected from the Category Object Bar for the External Inputs.
This manual is for the 26, 32 class, 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-S Series models with screen size measured diagonally. The 32 class has a 31.5 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally).

1. Installing the TV

Preventing the TV from Toppling Over

TV stand

Table-Top Stand
1 Screw the support belt (supplied) to the TV
stand with a wood screw (supplied).
2 Attach the support belt to the Table-Top Stand
with the securing screw (supplied) using a coin, etc.
3 Adjust the length by pulling the support belt
toward you while holding the Table-Top Stand.
Be sure to take measures to prevent the TV from toppling over and causing injury. The supplied wood screw may not be used depending on the type of TV stand. In this case, or when the securing strength is not enough, use commercial screws 1/8 to 3/16 inch (3 to 4 mm) diameter to fit to the TV stand. Consult your dealer about the types of screw(s).
Preparation for Wall-Mounting
This TV can be installed on a wall by using a WallMount Bracket (sold separately). Before mounting the TV on a wall, the Table-Top Stand must be removed from the TV.
Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top Stand in a safe place until you are ready to reattach the Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from small children. For bracket installation, refer to the instruction guide provided by the Wall-Mount Bracket model for your TV. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TVs weight. For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and the wallmounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor.

Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to wall-mount the TV.
Follow the simple steps below to remove the Table-Top Stand:
1 Disconnect all the cables from the TV. 2 Gently lay the TV, face down, onto a level and
stable surface covered with a thick and soft cloth. Make sure the Table-Top Stand is hanging over the edge.
3 Remove the screws as shown in the
illustration for your model and pull the TableTop Stand out.
4 Do not remove any other screws from the TV.
Models: KDL-26S3000/KDL-32S3000
Remove 3 designated screws only.
Models: KDL-40S3000/KDL-46S3000
Remove 4 designated screws only.
Level surface covered with a soft cloth
2. Locating Inputs and Outputs

Left side

S VIDEO
VIDEO IN R-AUDIO-L (MONO)

Description

1 Headphone jack
Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied).
While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted. 2 VIDEO IN 2 S VIDEO 3 VIDEO IN 2 R-AUDIO-L (MONO)/VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO output jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. The S VIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video (3). (See Auto S Video on page 39.) Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other video equipment such as a VCR or video game equipment.
If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TVs L (MONO) audio input jack.

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

(VAR/FIX)

L AUDIO R

R AUDIO L

(MONO)

AUDIO R

COMPONENT IN

(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

DMex/ SERVICE

VHF/UHF/ CABLE

1 HDMI IN 1 HDMI

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc player, A/V receiver as well as PC. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio. If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 2 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack, and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 2. Getting Started

Other Equipment

Blu-ray Disc Player/ PS3 DVD player Digital satellite receiver Digital cable box Audio system Personal computer

VHF/UHF/CABLE

VCR Game system

Digital recorder

Analog Digital audio audio equipment equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater)

Headphones

VIDEO R-AUDIO-L (MONO) VIDEO

Camcorder

Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.
Using HDMI Control for BRAVIA Theatre Sync
This TV is equipped with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. The HDMI Control function enables BRAVIA Theatre Sync to allow communication between Sony TV's and Sony equipment. Only Sony equipment with HDMI Control capability is supported. To connect HDMI Control equipment Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo for connection. See pages 16 to 19 or see the HDMI connection shown in the Quick Setup Guide provided with the TV documentation. Setting the HDMI Control In order for the HDMI Control function to operate, the TV and other Sony HDMI Control equipment must be setup. See page 39 on how to turn the HDMI Control On. For other equipment, refer to the operating instruction for that equipment. HDMI Control available with your TV Once the supported equipment is connected, the following operations are available: Turn off the equipment automatically when you turn off the TV. When the connected equipment is turned on by One-Touch-Play, the TV will automatically turn on and select the respective HDMI input. Automatically turn on equipment listed under the External Inputs on the XMB (XrossMediaBar) when selected, see pages 9 and 28.
Bundling the Connecting Cables
You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below.
Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables.
When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Theatre Sync is connected, the following additional operations are possible: Turning on the A/V receiver when the TV is turned on. Automatically switching to the audio output of the A/V receiver's attached speakers. Adjusting the volume and muting of the A/V receiver with the TV's remote control.

The A/V receiver cannot be selected from the XMB.
4. Setting Up the Channel List Initial Setup
The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on the TV for the first time.
Initial Setup Step 1 of 5
If you accidentally turn off the TV during the Initial Setup process, the Initial Setup will restart from the beginning when the TV is turned back on. The Auto Program may be canceled while the channels are being scanned. Press RETURN first then press either B/b on the remote control, highlight Yes to cancel or No to resume Auto Program.
Please select a language. Language settings will apply to on screen display as well as default audio for digital channels. Highlight a choice and press to continue.
s To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto Program at a Later Time
Select the Initial Setup feature from the XMB (XrossMediaBar) or refer to the Initial Setup described on page 40. To run Auto Program, see page 35.

English Espaol Franais

After you finish connecting the TV, you can run Initial Setup to create a list of available analog and digital channels if you have connected an antenna or cable directly to the TVs VHF/UHF/ CABLE input. You will be prompted to select the language of your choice to be used for all the on-screen settings. Use the remote control to navigate through the Initial Setup: V/v button:
Allows you to highlight options where applicable.
s To Add Digital Channels
Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described on page 35. (Useful for antenna installations.)
s To Display the Picture in Your Preferred Aspect Ratio
Select the proper Wide Mode as described on pages 24 and 32.
You may want to set up convenient features such as Favorites (see page 23), Show/Hide Channels (page 35), Edit Channel Labels (page 35) when Auto Program is completed.

button:

Allows you to select the highlighted option and advance to the next screen.

B button:

Allows you to move back to the previous screen.

b button:

Allows you to move to the next screen.
Follow the help text provided on the screen to run Auto Program with the connected signal source or select Skip to skip the Auto Program if you are receiving channels from a cable box or satellite receiver and the VHF/UHF/CABLE input is not connected. The Auto Program will scan for available channels. When the Auto Program is completed, the TV will display how many analog and digital channels are found.

Sound Screen Video Options TV

8 DMex

Press to access features in the optional BRAVIA external module (e.g. DMX-NV1). See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for more information. The module may not be available in your region. Press 0-9 to select a channel; the channel changes after two seconds. 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.

9 0-9 ENT 0

qa VOL +/ qs MUTING qd POWER qf WIDE
Press to adjust the volume. Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to restore the sound. Press to turn on and off the TV. Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen settings (see page 32).
Changing the Wide Screen Mode
(For PC timing, see below) 4:3 Original source Standard-definition source 16:9 Original source High-definition source

m Wide Zoom

Normal
Normal This mode is not available
When the TV receives a 720p, 1080i or 1080p signal, Normal cannot be selected.
Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC timing

Incoming PC signal

800 600

1280 768

m Normal

Full 1

Full 2

qg INPUT

Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs.
qh V/v/B/b qj OPTIONS See page 39 on setting up the External Inputs labels, including the Skip feature. Press V/v/B/b to move the on-screen cursor. Press to select/confirm an item. Press to display a list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. The OPTIONS menu items vary based on input and content. Menu Item Picture Sound P&P or PIP Audio Swap Exit P&P or Exit PIP Speakers Add to Favorites/ Remove from Favorites MTS Alternate Audio Digital Rating Screen qk CC ql JUMP Reference Page See page 30 See page 32 See page 27 See page 27 See page 27 See page 34 See page 23 See page 34 See page 34 See page 37 See page 32

qg qh qj qk ql

Press to turn on and off the Closed Captions (CC). To change or customize the CC Display, see page 36. Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected.

Wide Mode can also be accessed by pressing the WIDE button.

Video Options Settings

CineMotion Select Auto to automatically detect film content and apply a reverse 3-2 pulldown process. Moving pictures will appear cleaner and more natural looking. The CineMotion feature can be set separately for each external input. Select Off to disable the detection.

Audio Options Settings

MTS Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programs Stereo Auto SAP For stereo reception when viewing a TV program broadcast in stereo. Automatically switches the TV to second audio programs when a SAP signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in Stereo mode. For mono reception. Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts.
MTS is available only for analog programs. Speakers TV Speakers Audio System Audio Out Easy control of volume adjustment Fixed Select to use the TV speakers for audio. Select this option if you wish to use an external audio system for the TV sound. By selecting this option you are disabling the TV speakers. Select to fix the audio output and allow you to adjust the volume with your audio systems remote control. (The TVs remote controls VOLUME and MUTING buttons have no effect on the Audio Out.) Select to control the Audio Outs volume and muting with your TVs remote control.

Variable

Alternate Audio feature is available only for digital programs. If the program you are watching is also available in other languages from the audio tracks, and if that language is what you have selected in the Language setting, your TV will automatically switch to the matching language with the Alternate Audio feature. The Alternate Audio option may be accessed by pressing the OPTIONS button on the remote control when alternate audio stream is available from the broadcaster.

Channel Settings

Cable On Off For receiving cable channels via cable TV provider. For using an antenna.
You should run Auto Program after changing the Cable setting. Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels. Channel scanning will be based on the Cable On/Off setting. 1 Select Auto Program. 2 Select OK to start Auto Program. When Auto Program is completed, the screen will display the number of channels found. 3 Press RETURN to exit the Auto Program.
Running Auto Program will clear Favorites list. If you run Auto Program again, previously scanned channels will be overwritten with the newly scanned channels. Add Digital Channels Select to add digital channels. Be sure to have the Cable option selected appropriately for the signal source. (Useful for antenna installations.) Show/Hide Channels Allows you to show or hide channels when you surf with the CH +/ button or in the TV channel list on the XMB. 1 Press V/v to scroll through the channels until you highlight the channel to show or hide. 2 Press to select Shown or Hidden. To show or hide more channels, repeat steps 1-2.

Hidden channels can be accessed by entering the channel number with 0-9 buttons on the remote control. Edit Channel Labels Assigns labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers. 1 Press V/v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press to select the channel number to assign a label. 2 Press V/v to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Press b to move to the next character. Repeat to add up to 7 characters to the label. Press to set it. To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-2.
Closed Captions (CC) Settings
This option allows you to turn On or Off the Closed Captions (CC) feature. Select this option for the basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options. CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4 Text1, Text2, Text3, Text4 Displays a printed version of the dialogue or sound effects of a program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.) Displays network/station information presented using either half or the whole screen (if available).

CC Display Analog CC

Digital CC Display Options
Select this option for both analog (EIA-608) and digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. Select from CC1-4 and Service 1-6 (advanced digital closed caption options). Customize the Closed Captions (CC) displays with Text, Character Size, Character Style, Character Color, Character Opacity, Edge Type, Edge Color, Background Color and Background Opacity.
Closed Captions (CC) can be turned on and off directly by pressing the CC button on the remote control.

Parental Lock Settings

The Parental Lock feature allows you to block programs according to their content and rating levels and block channels (regardless of the programs). Password is necessary in setting up blocking. To View Blocked Programs
Press ENT when tuned to a blocked program, then enter the password. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off and on the TV. Password Use 0-9 button on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time the password is created, you must re-enter it again to confirm the password. Password Set message will appear on the screen upon confirmation. Change Password You can change your password by entering the Parental Lock setting with the previously set password, highlight and select the Change Password then enter the new password.
You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. If you lose your password, see Lost password on page 43. Country Select the country name of U.S.A. or Canada for the appropriate ratings. The rating system varies between these two countries. See Custom Rating System Chart on page 38.

Rating

Off Child
Turns off Parental Lock. No programs are blocked from viewing based on their ratings. Maximum ratings permitted are: U.S.: TV-Y, TV-G, G Canada: C, G, TV-Y Maximum ratings permitted are: U.S.: TV-PG, PG Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG Maximum ratings permitted are: U.S.: TV-14, PG-13 Canada: 14+, 13 ans+, TV-14 Sets ratings manually. U.S.: See page 38 for details. Canada: See page 38 for details. Using TV Features

Young Adult

Custom
If you are not familiar with the parental guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or Young Adult to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific ratings, select Custom. Digital Rating (Available only in U.S.A. where advanced ratings exist) Off Custom Clear All Turn Digital Rating off. No programs containing digital ratings are blocked from viewing. Select to customize the Parental Lock with downloadable digital ratings. Select to clear the downloaded ratings.
Unrated Allow Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating. (Available only when Block Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating. Country is set to U.S.A.) Block programs or movies ~ that are broadcast without If you block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of programs may a rating be blocked: programs broadcast from another country, emergency broadcasts, political programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather. Channel Block This option allows you to block channels regardless of program ratings. The password needs to be set up prior to blocking channels. The blocked channel can only be viewed by entering the correct password. To View a Blocked Channel Press ENT button when tuned to the blocked channel then enter the password.
Custom Rating System Chart For Country selection of U.S.A.:
Movie Rating G PG PG-13 R NC-17 and X TV Rating Block programs by their rating, content or both Age-Based Ratings TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA FV D L S V All children Directed to children age 7 and older General audience Parental guidance suggested Parents strongly cautioned Mature audience only Fantasy violence Suggestive dialogue Strong language Sexual situations Violence All children and general audience Parental guidance suggested Parental guidance for children under 13 Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for ages under 17 No one 17 or under allowed

Content-Based Ratings

To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based Ratings.
For Country selection of Canada:
English Rating C C8+ G PG 14+ 18+ French Rating G 8 ans+ 13 ans+ 16 ans+ 18 ans+ U.S.A. Rating All children Children 8 years and older General programming Parental guidance Viewers 14 and older Adult programming General programming Not recommended for young children Not recommended for ages under 13 Not recommended for ages under 16 Programming restricted to adults
See TV Rating under U.S.A. for details.

External Inputs Settings

Label Inputs You can label your inputs with the name of equipment you have connected. To assign your own label or Skip the input: 1 Press V/v to highlight the video input (Video 1-3, Component 1-2 and HDMI 12, PC), then press to select the desired input. 2 Press V/v to highlight the display label you want to assign, then press.
You can select from the following labels for each input. Video 1-3, Component 1-2 and HDMI 1-2: , DVD, Cable Box, Satellite, BD, VCR, Receiver, DVR, Game, Camcorder, PC, Skip. PC: , Skip. indicates that no labels are assigned and displayed with the default labeling. Auto S Video Both Video 1 and Video 2 are equipped with S VIDEO. Select Auto to connect the S VIDEO cable instead of the composite video cable for auto video detection. If you are using the composite video cable, set the setting to Off. The Off setting will disable the auto detect and allows composite connection. Using TV Features

HDMI Settings

HDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with HDMI Control.
HDMI Control On/Off feature allows your TV to communicate with other equipment that supports HDMI Control.
Device Auto Power Off Select On to have your connected HDMI Control equipment to power off automatically when the TV is turned off. Select Off to disable this function. TV Auto Power On Device List Select On to control your TVs power on from your connected HDMI Control equipment. Select Off to disable this function. Displays a list of HDMI Control equipment connected to the TV.

General Settings

Language Info Banner Select the language of your choice from English, Espaol and Franais to be used for displaying all the on-screen settings. Displays the program name and the program information such as program title and program rating (if available from the broadcaster) when option is set to On. Select Off for minimal display information. Selecting Off will not completely disable the banner display. Info Banner also appears on the screen each time the channel is changed or DISPLAY button on the remote control is pressed.

TV is locked to one channel Cannot receive or select channels
The TV turns off automatically No picture from some video sources

Poor picture

The quality of the images is not as good as what I saw at the store Double images or ghosts Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes
No color/Dark picture/Color is Press PICTURE to select the desired Picture Mode (see page 23). not correct/The picture is too Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture settings (see page 30). bright If you set the Power Saving mode to Low or High, it will enhance the black level (see page 40). Noisy picture 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 undamaged antenna cable.

Condition

Explanation/Solution

No sound/Noisy sound

Good picture, no sound Check the volume control. Press MUTING or VOL + so that Muting disappears from the screen (page 24). Disconnect your headphones. Set Speakers to TV Speakers in the Audio Options settings (see page 34). If it is set to Audio System, sound is not output from the TVs speakers regardless of the TVs volume control. 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 undamaged antenna cable. Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV with either the PC IN (with an HD15 cable) or with the HDMI IN. Ensure the output signal from the PC is one of the formats listed on page 18. Turn the PC off. Confirm the PC connection and restart the PC. Plug and play will auto-detect the TV and correctly set up PC timing. Verify PC Power Management is activated (see page 40). Adjust the resolution (see page 18). Adjust Pitch and Phase. The current Wide Mode setting is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting when you change the channel or video input, if 4:3 Default in the Screen settings is set to other than Off. If you want to lock in Wide Mode selected with WIDE on the remote control, set 4:3 Default to Off in the Screen settings (see page 32). Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 33). The picture gets smaller during the commercials, this is due to the method the provider broadcasts their contents. When HD content channels switch to SD definition content (commercials), the picture may be small with a black border. You have selected a text option and no text is available (see page 36). To turn off this feature, set the CC Display option to Off. If you were trying to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text1-4. 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 4:3 aspect ratio will have bands on left and right sides of the screen.