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Sony Bravia KDL-40D3000, KDL-32XBR4 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Bravia KDL-40D3000, KDL-32XBR4 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-212-313-12(1)
LCD Digital Color TV
Operating Instructions
KDL-32XBR4
KDL-40D3000
© 2007 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-212-313-12(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-32XBR4 KDL-40D3000 © 2007 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Safety s Operate the TV only on 120 - 240 V AC. s Use the AC power cord specified by Sony and suitable for the voltage where you use s The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Audio Options Settings ...35 Channel Settings ...35 Closed Captions (CC) Settings...36 Parental Lock Settings...36 External Inputs Settings...39 HDMI Settings ...39 General Settings...40 Initial Setup...40 Other Information Troubleshooting ...41 Specifications ...44 Index...45 Customer Support http://www.sony.com/tvsupport On-line Registration United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    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.

  • Page 5: Carrying The Tv

    Small accessories Keep small accessories out of children’s reach. ANTENNAS Outdoor antenna grounding If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.

  • Page 6: Installation

    s Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. s Never block the slots and openings by placing the TV on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. s Never place the TV in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

  • Page 7: Preventing The Tv From Toppling Over

    Preventing the TV from toppling over Take measures to prevent the TV from toppling over and causing injury. To prevent the TV from toppling over, secure the TV to a wall or stand. Placement for viewing It is recommended to watch the TV at a distance of 3 - 7 times that of the screen height, and in moderate brightness.

  • Page 8: Welcome To The World Of Bravia

    Welcome to the World of BRAVIA™ Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA™ high-definition television. The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming.

  • Page 9: Tv Home Menu: Xmb (Xrossmediabar)

    TV Home Menu: XMB ™ The XMB is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the TV screen. The ™ is an easy way to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. Press the ™ HOME button on your remote control to access the XMB HOME From the horizontal Media Category Bar you can control:...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started 1. Installing the TV Preventing the TV from Toppling Over stand Screw the support belt (supplied) to the TV stand with a wood screw (supplied). Attach the support belt to the Table-Top Stand with the securing screw (supplied) using a coin, etc.

  • Page 12: Preparation For Wall-Mounting

    TV. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV’s weight. • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the 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.

  • Page 13: Locating Inputs And Outputs

    2. Locating Inputs and Outputs Left side Item 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 Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other R-AUDIO-L...

  • Page 14: Rear

    Rear R AUDIO L S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO (MONO) AUDIO AUDIO COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) PC IN VIDEO IN SERVICE VHF/UHF/ CABLE DIGITAL (OPTICAL) (VAR/FIX) AUDIO...
  • Page 15 Item Description 1 HDMI IN 1 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital HDMI 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.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Tv

    3. Connecting the TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System You can enjoy high-definition and standard- definition digital programming (if available in your area) along with standard-definition analog programming. • This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).
  • Page 17 Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV S VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO R AUDIO L AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) • If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 3 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 3.

  • Page 18: Pc Input Signal Reference Chart

    Use the TV as a monitor for your PC. Shown below with the HD15 to HD15 connection. This TV can also be connected to a PC with DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using the HD15- HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio cable (page 15).

  • Page 19: Other Equipment

    Other Equipment Digital recorder Game system S VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO R AUDIO L AUDIO COMPONENT IN PC IN VIDEO IN (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) Blu-ray Digital Disc Player/ player satellite “PS3” receiver • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. Analog Digital audio audio...

  • Page 20: Using Hdmi Control For Bravia Theatre Sync

    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.

  • Page 21: Setting Up The Channel List - Initial Setup

    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 Please select a language. Language settings will apply to on screen display as well as default audio for digital channels.

  • Page 22: Remote Control And Tv Controls/Indicators

    Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries into the Remote control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. Remote Control Buttons located at the top of the TV will operate the same as these buttons on the remote control.

  • Page 23: Add To Favorites

    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.
  • Page 24 Button Description Use with 0-9 and ENT to select digital channels. For example, to enter 2.1, press qs VOL +/– Press to adjust the volume. qd MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to restore the sound.
  • Page 25 Button Description qh INPUT Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs. • See page 39 on setting up the External Inputs labels, including the Skip feature. qj V/v/B/b Press V/v/B/b to move the on-screen cursor. Press select/confirm an item.

  • Page 26: Indicators

    4 STANDBY Lights up in red when your TV is in PC standby mode. If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on the back cover). 5 POWER Lights up in green when the TV is turned on.

  • Page 27: How To Use P&P And Pip Features

    How to Use P&P and PIP Features This TV comes with the P&P and PIP features which allow you to view two pictures simultaneously. P&P (picture and picture) provides two windows side by side. PIP (picture in picture) provides PC input signal and TV channels.

  • Page 28: Using Tv Features

    Using TV Features The HOME button allows you to access the TV Home Menu on the XMB (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features. HOME Settings Media Category Icons Adjust TV Settings Customize the TV settings with various options. Settings Explanations of different Settings start from page 30.

  • Page 29: Navigating Through Tv Home Menu On Xmb

    Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB Press HOME to display the XMB HOME Press B/b to select a Media Category icon. Settings Available TV Available settings and channels are features are listed under listed under the TV icon. the Settings icon.

  • Page 30: Tv Settings Descriptions

    TV Settings Descriptions Product Support Contact Sony Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TV’s specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings if available from the TV are displayed here.
  • Page 31 Reset Resets the current Picture Mode setting to the default values. Backlight Brightens or darkens the backlight. Picture Increases or decreases picture contrast. Brightness Brightens or darkens the picture. Color Increases or decreases color intensity. Increases or decreases the green tones. Color Temperature Cool White adjustment...

  • Page 32: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Available Sound settings depend on the Speakers setting under Audio Options settings (page 35) or headphone connection. Sound Mode Dynamic Standard Custom • Sound Mode can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control. Reset Resets the current Sound Mode setting to the default values. Treble Increases or decreases higher-pitched sounds.
  • Page 33 Auto Wide 4:3 Default Wide Zoom Select the default screen mode to use for 4:3 Normal sources Full Zoom • This option is not available if Auto Wide is set to Off. • If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting applies only to the current channel.

  • Page 34: Video Options Settings

    Wide Mode Normal Full 1 Full 2 Video Options Settings Motion Enhancer Activates Motionflow to enhance the smoothness of picture movement and to reduce blur. High Standard • If noise, ghosting around the edges of moving figures or edge artifacts on subtitles occurs, set the Motion Enhancer to Standard or Off.

  • Page 35: Audio Options Settings

    Audio Options Settings Stereo Enjoy stereo, bilingual Auto SAP and mono programs Mono • MTS is available only for analog programs. Speakers TV Speakers Audio System Audio Out Fixed Easy control of volume adjustment 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.

  • Page 36: Closed Captions (Cc) Settings

    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 Press V/v to scroll through the channels until you highlight the channel to show or hide.

  • Page 37: Digital Rating

    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.
  • Page 38 Custom Rating System Chart For Country selection of U.S.A.: Movie Rating PG-13 NC-17 and X TV Rating Age-Based Ratings Block programs by their TV-Y rating, content or both TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA Content-Based Ratings • To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based Ratings. For Country selection of Canada: English Rating French Rating...

  • Page 39: External Inputs Settings

    Off. The Off setting will disable the auto detect and allows composite connection. 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.

  • Page 40: General Settings

    General Settings Language Select the language of your choice from English, Español and Français to be used for displaying all the on-screen settings. Info Banner 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.

  • Page 41: Other Information

    Other Information Troubleshooting If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of the following numbers: Condition Explanation/Solution No picture • Check the Power Saving settings (see page 40).
  • Page 42 Condition No sound/Noisy sound Good picture, no sound Audio noise PC Input No Picture / No Signal Poor Picture General Wide Mode changes automatically Suddenly the picture gets smaller “Black box” on screen Black bands appear at the edges of the screen Certain programs on DVD or other digital sources display a loss of detail, especially during...
  • Page 43 Condition Explanation/Solution Some digital cable channels • Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable are not being displayed • The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Show/Hide Channels • Switch the Game Mode to On (see page 34). When playing a video game, there is a delayed response time between the controller...

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Specifications Model KDL-32XBR4 System Television system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality) Channel coverage Analog terrestrial: 2-69 / Digital terrestrial: 2-69 Analog Cable: 1-125 / Digital Cable: 1-135 Panel system LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Speaker output...

  • Page 45: Index

    CC button CC Display CH +/– button Channel Block CineMotion Color Color Temperature COMPONENT IN jack (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i), described Contact Sony Country Current Time Device Auto Power Off Device List Digital CC DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack, described Digital Rating Display Area...
  • Page 48 United States 1-800-222-SONY (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 Printed in U.S.A. Canada...

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