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010COV.book Page 2 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Introduction Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. The illustrations used in this manual are of the KLV-32S400A unless otherwise stated. Trademark information • HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • “BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
010COV.book Page 3 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Table of Contents 19 Start-up Guide Using MENU Functions 4 Checking the accessories ........................... 4 Inserting batteries into the remote............... 4 1: Attaching the stand ................................. 4 2: Connecting an antenna/cable/VCR......... 5 3: Preventing the TV from toppling over...... 5 4: Bundling the cables................................. 6 5: Connecting the AC power cord ...............
010COV.book Page 4 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Start-up Guide Checking the accessories 1: Attaching the stand AC power cord* (KLV-40S400A only) Stand (1) and screws (3) Remote RM-GA011 (1) Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2) * For models with ferrite cores, do not remove these cores. Inserting batteries into the remote Push and lift the cover to open. ~ • Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries. • Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and new batteries.
010COV.book Page 5 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM 3: Preventing the TV from toppling over Start-up Guide 2: Connecting an antenna/cable/VCR Connecting an antenna/cable 8 Antenna cable (not supplied) 8 Connecting an antenna/cable and VCR 8 8 Antenna cable (not supplied) 1 Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, not supplied) in the TV stand. 2 Install a machine screw (M6 x 12, not supplied) into the screw hole of the TV. 3 Tie the wood screw and the machine screw with a strong cord.
010COV.book Page 6 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM 4: Bundling the cables 6: Performing the initial set-up , 1 BRAVIA Sync SYNC MENU THEATRE AUDIO 5: Connecting the AC power cord RETURN TOOLS 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 8 Selecting the language KLV-40S400A KLV-37/32/26S400A * Type of AC power cord supplied (with or without ferrite core) varies depending on the countries. 1 Connect the TV to your AC power outlet (110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) (New Zealand only: 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz).
010COV.book 3 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Press F/f to select the language displayed on the menu screens, then press . Auto-tuning the TV 6 Press F/f to select the country/region, then press . ~ • Area 1: Asia (except Philippines), Middle East, When the “Programme Sorting” menu appears on the screen, follow the steps of “Programme Sorting” (page 30). If you do not change the order in which the channels are stored on the TV, go to step 8. Africa and Oceania. Area 2: Philippines.
010COV.book Page 8 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Watching TV 1 Press 1 on the top edge of the TV to turn on the TV. 2 Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to select a TV channel. 3 Press 2 +/– to adjust the volume. Detaching the TableTop Stand from the TV Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks of the TV. Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to wall-mount the TV. Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown below.
010COV.book Page 9 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Installed on the wall Safety information 30 cm 10 cm 10 cm Installation/Set-up Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions below in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries. Installation 10 cm Leave at least this space around the set. Installed with stand • The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible AC power outlet.
010COV.book Page 10 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Prohibited Usage Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or situations such as those listed below, or the TV set may malfunction and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage and/or injuries. Precautions Location: • View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or during long period of time, strains your eyes. • When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.
010COV.book Page 11 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Overview of the remote BRAVIA Sync SYNC MENU THEATRE AUDIO RETURN 1 "/1 – TV standby Turns the TV on and off from standby mode. 2 BRAVIA Sync (page 18) • m/N/X/M/x: You can operate the BRAVIA Sync-compatible equipment that is connected to the TV. • SYNC MENU: Displays the menu of connected HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) equipment which is supported.
010COV.book Page 12 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM qa wa w; qs PROG +/–/ / • Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. BRAVIA Sync SYNC MENU – Favourite list Displays the Favourite list that you have specified (page 20). • In Text mode: Selects the next ( THEATRE ) or previous ( ) page. – Previous channel Returns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds). qf % – Mute Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore the sound.
010COV.book Page 13 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM For PC Input Full 1 Stretches the original picture to fill the screen vertically. Full 2 Stretches the Full 1 picture horizontally to fill the 16:9 screen. Using the Tools menu Press TOOLS enables you to access various viewing options and change/make adjustments according to the source and screen mode. The options displayed vary depending on the input source. Viewing TV programme Options Description Picture Mode See page 23.
010COV.book Page 14 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Overview of the TV buttons and indicators 1 Displays or cancels the menu. 2 / – Input select / OK • Displays the connected equipment list and selects the input source (page 16). • In TV menu: Selects the menu or option, and confirms the setting. 3 2 +/-/ / • Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume. • In TV menu: Moves through the options right ( or left ( ). 4 PROG +/-/ ) / • Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel.
010COV.book Page 15 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Using Optional Equipment Connecting optional equipment You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV.
010COV.book Page 16 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Viewing pictures from the connected equipment Turn on the connected equipment, then press / to display the connected equipment list. Press F/f to select the desired input source, then press . (The highlighted item is selected if 2 seconds pass without any operation after pressing F/f.) When the input source is set to “Skip” in the “Video Labels” under the “AV Set-up” menu (page 26), that input does not appear in the list.
010COV.book Page 17 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Viewing Twin Picture You can view two pictures (external input and TV programme) on the screen simultaneously. Connect the optional equipment (page 15), and make sure that images from the equipment appear on the screen (page 16). 1 Press . Two pictures are displayed simultaneously. Viewing PIP (Picture in Picture) You can view two pictures (PC input and TV programme) on the screen simultaneously.
010COV.book Page 18 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Using BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI) The control for HDMI function enables the TV to communicate with the connected equipment that is compatible with the function, using HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). For example, by connecting Sony equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI (with HDMI cables), you can control them together. Be sure to connect the compatible equipment correctly, and make the necessary settings.
010COV.book Page 19 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Using MENU Functions Navigating through menus “MENU” allows you to enjoy various convenient features of this TV. You can easily select channels or inputs sources and change the settings for your TV. 1 2 BRAVIA Sync SYNC MENU THEATRE AUDIO Press MENU. Press F/f to select an option, then press . To exit the menu, press MENU. 2 RETURN TOOLS 1 1 Favourites Displays the favourite list (page 20). 2 Programme List Displays available TV channels.
010COV.book Page 20 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Using the Favourite List The Favourite feature lets you select programmes from a list of up to 16 favourite channels that you specify. 1 2 Press MENU. 3 Perform the desired operation as shown in the following table or displayed on the screen. Press F/f to select “Favourites”, then press .
010COV.book Page 21 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Settings adjustment You are able to change the settings of your TV from “Settings” menu. 1 2 3 Press MENU. Press F/f to select “Settings”, then press Press F/f to select a menu icon, then press . . Press F/f/G/g to select an option or adjust a setting, then press . The following is an overview of the items that can be adjusted.
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010COV.book Page 23 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Picture menu Press MENU and select “Settings”. Make sure the “Picture” icon ( ) is selected, then press . Picture Mode Selects the picture mode except for PC input source. “Vivid”: For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. “Standard”: For standard picture. Recommended for home entertainment. “Cinema”: For optimum picture quality of film videos. Display Mode Selects the display mode for PC input source. “Video”: For video images.
010COV.book Page 24 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Sound menu Press MENU and select “Settings”. Press F/f to select the “Sound” icon ( ), then press . Sound Mode “Dynamic”: Enhances treble and bass. Recommended for home entertainment. “Standard”: For standard sound. “Clear Voice”: Makes voice sound clearer. Reset Resets all the “Sound” settings except “Sound Mode” and “Dual Sound” to the factory settings. Treble Adjusts higher-pitched sounds. Bass Adjusts lower-pitched sounds.
010COV.book Page 25 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Dual Sound Selects the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast. The selection varies, depending on the Broadcasting.
010COV.book Page 26 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Display Area (KLV-40S400A only) Adjusts the screen area for displaying the picture. “Full Pixel”: Displays the picture for 1080/50i, 1080/60i, 1080/50p and 1080/60p sources (HDMI or component input only) or 1080/24p sources (HDMI input only) in the original size when parts of the picture are cut off. “Normal”: Displays the recommended picture area. ~ • “Display Area” is available only when “Wide Mode” is set to “Full”.
010COV.book Page 27 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Speaker Turns on/off the TV’s internal speakers. “TV Speaker”: The TV speakers are turned on in order to listen to the TV’s sound through the TV speakers. “Audio System”: The TV speakers are turned off in order to listen to the TV’s sound only through your external audio equipment connected to the audio output jacks.
010COV.book Page 28 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Timer Settings Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV. Sleep Timer Sets a period of time after which the TV automatically switches itself into standby mode. When the “Sleep Timer” is activated, the (Timer) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in amber. z • If you turn off the TV and turn it on again, “Sleep Timer” is reset to “Off”. • A notification message appears on the screen one minute before the TV switches to standby mode.
010COV.book Page 29 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Phase Adjusts the phase when the screen flickers. Pitch Adjusts the pitch when the picture has unwanted vertical stripes. Horizontal Shift Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture. Power Management Switches the TV to standby mode if no signal is received for 30 seconds.
010COV.book Page 30 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Channel Set-up menu Press MENU and select “Settings”. Press F/f to select the “Channel Set-up” icon ( 1 Digit Direct ), then press . When “1 Digit Direct” is set to “On”, you can select a channel using one preset number button (0 - 9) on the remote. ~ • When “1 Digit Direct” is set to “On”, you cannot select channel numbers 10 and above entering two digits using the remote.
010COV.book Page 31 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Manual Programme Preset Before selecting “Label”/“AFT”/“Audio Filter”/“Skip”/“Colour System”/“Signal Booster”, press PROG +/- to select the programme number with the channel. You cannot select a programme number that is set to “Skip” (page 31). Programme/TV System/VHF or UHF Presets programme channels manually. 1 Select “Programme”, then press .
010COV.book Page 32 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Additional Information Specifications Model name System Panel System TV System Colour System Channel Coverage Sound Output Input/Output jacks Antenna 1 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2 1, 2 KLV-40S400A KLV-37S400A KLV-32S400A KLV-26S400A LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel B/G, I, D/K, M PAL, PAL60, SECAM, NTSC4.43, NTSC3.
010COV.book Page 33 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Troubleshooting If you find any problem while viewing your TV, you can either check the Troubleshooting guide below or use the “Factory Settings” function (page 28). If the problem persists, contact your Sony dealer. Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing in red. When it is flashing The self-diagnosis function is activated. 1 Count how many 1 (standby) indicator flashes between each two second break.
010COV.book Page 34 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Problem Cause/Remedy Good picture, but noisy sound • The TV system setting is inappropriate. • If the sound of all the channels are noisy, perform “Auto Tuning” in the “Channel Set-up” menu to preset the channel again (page 30). • If the sound of some channels is noisy, select the channel, then perform “Manual Programme Preset” in the “Channel Set-up” menu, and select the appropriate TV system (“TV System”) (page 31).
010COV.book Page 35 Friday, October 10, 2008 4:15 PM Problem Cause/Remedy Text display is incomplete or garbled • Your area may not be able to receive Text. Text is displayed only in the area that is covered by Text services. • The antenna connection is loose or the antenna cable is damaged. Check the cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and on the wall (page 5). • Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. • Signal transmission is too low. Try using a booster.
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