Sony Bravia KDL-26P25xx Operating Instructions Manual

Sony lcd digital colour tv operating instructions

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KDL-40P25xx
KDL-32P25xx
KDL-26P25xx
© 2006 Sony Corporation
LCD Digital Colour TV
Operating Instructions
Before operating the TV, please read the "Safety
information" section of this manual.
Retain this manual for future reference.
For useful information about Sony products
3-097-662-12(1)
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  • Page 1 LCD Digital Colour TV KDL-40P25xx KDL-32P25xx KDL-26P25xx © 2006 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety information” section of this manual. Retain this manual for future reference. For useful information about Sony products 3-097-662-12(1)
  • Page 2: Trademark Information

    Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. How to replace the fuse Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Start-up Guide Start-up Guide 4 Safety information ...7 Precautions ...10 Overview of the remote ...11 Overview of the TV buttons and indicators ...12 Watching TV Watching TV...12 Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Using the Favourite list Using MENU Functions Navigating through menus ...16 Picture Adjustment menu ...17...
  • Page 4: Start-Up Guide

    Start-up Guide 1: Checking the accessories Remote RM-ED007 (1) Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2) Cable holder (1) (only for KDL-40P25xx) Support belt (1) and screws (2) To insert batteries into the remote Notes • Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries. •...
  • Page 5 3: Bundling the cables (only for KDL-40P25xx) 4: Preventing the TV from toppling over 5: Selecting the language and country/region Connect the TV to your mains socket (220-240V AC, 50Hz). Press 1 on the TV (top side). When you switch on the TV for the first time, the Language menu appears on the screen.
  • Page 6: Auto-Tuning The Tv

    Press to select the language displayed on the menu screens, then press Auto Start Up Language Country Select: Confirm: Press to select the country/region in which you will operate the TV, then press Auto Start Up Language Country Select: Confirm: If the country/region in which you want to use the TV does not appear in the list, select “-”...
  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Sony service centre to exchange it. • Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment. • Use only an original Sony mains lead, not other brands. Mains socket Do not use a poor fitting mains socket. Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.
  • Page 8 Wall-mount bracket SU-WL51. – KDL-32P25xx/KDL-26P25xx: Wall-mount bracket SU-WL31. • It is strongly recommended that you use the official Sony wall-mount bracket to allow adequate air circulation and to avoid accumulated dust on the TV. • If the TV set is to be installed on a wall, have the installation carried out by qualified service personnel.
  • Page 9 • Do not touch the mains lead and the TV set with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock or damage to the TV set. Moisture and flammable objects • Do not place any objects on the TV set.
  • Page 10: Precautions

    Precautions Viewing the TV • To view the TV comfortably, the recommended viewing position is from four to seven times the screen’s vertical length away from the TV set. • To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight.
  • Page 11: Overview Of The Remote

    Overview of the remote The PROG + and number 5 buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the TV. 1 "/1 – TV standby Switches the TV on and off from standby mode. Note To disconnect the TV completely, pull the plug from the mains. –...
  • Page 12: Overview Of The Tv Buttons And Indicators

    Overview of the TV buttons and indicators 1 MENU (page 16) – Input select/OK • In TV mode (page 23): Selects the input source from equipment connected to the TV sockets. • In TV menu: Selects the menu or option, and confirm the setting.
  • Page 13 In digital mode An information banner appears briefly. The following icons may be indicated on the banner. Interactive service is available (MHEG Digital Text) : Interactive service (MHEG Digital Text) is currently disabled : Radio service : Scrambled/Subscription service Multiple audio languages available : Subtitles available : Subtitles available for the hearing impaired : Recommended minimum age for current...
  • Page 14: Checking The Digital Electronic Programme Guide (Epg)

    Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Watch a current programme Sort the programme information by category – Category list Set a programme to be recorded – Timer Set a programme to be displayed automatically on the screen when it starts –...
  • Page 15: Using The Favourite List

    Cancel a recording/reminder – Timer list You can also display the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) by selecting “Digital EPG” in the “MENU”. Notes • You can set VCR timer recording on the TV only for SMARTLINK compatible VCRs. If your VCR is not SMARTLINK compatible, a message will be displayed to remind you to set your VCR timer.
  • Page 16: Using Menu Functions

    Using MENU Functions Navigating through menus “MENU” allows you to enjoy various convenient features of this TV. You can easily select channels or external inputs with the remote. Also, settings for your TV can be changed easily using “MENU”. Menu Digital Favourites (in digital mode only) Programme List...
  • Page 17: Picture Adjustment Menu

    Picture Adjustment menu Picture Adjustment Picture Mode Custom Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Colour Tone Warm Reset Noise Reduction Auto Back: Select: Enter: Picture Mode Selects the picture mode. • “Vivid”: For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. • “Standard”: For standard picture. Recommended for home entertainment. •...
  • Page 18: Sound Adjustment Menu

    Sound Adjustment menu Sound Adjustment Sound Effect Standard Treble Bass Balance Reset Dual Sound Mono Auto Volume TV Speakers Back: Select: Enter: Sound Effect Selects the sound mode. • • “Dynamic”: Intensifies clarity and sound presence for better intelligibility and musical .“BBE ViVA”: BBE ViVA Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D image with Hi-Fi sound.
  • Page 19: Features Menu

    Features menu Features Screen Power Saving Standard Adv. Contrast Enhancer AV2 Output RGB Center PC Adjustment Timer Back: Select: Enter: Screen Changes the screen format. • “Auto Format”: Automatically changes the screen format according to the broadcast signal. • “Screen Format”: For details about the screen format, see page 13 •...
  • Page 20: Set-Up Menu

    Timer Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV. • Sleep Timer • If you switch off the TV and switch it on again, “Sleep Timer” is reset to “Off”. • “Sleep timer will end soon. Power will be turned off” appears on the screen one minute •...
  • Page 21 Sound Offset Sets an independent volume level to each equipment connected to the TV. Manual Programme Before selecting “Label”/“AFT”/“Audio Filter”/“Skip”/“Decoder”, press Preset select the programme number you want to modify. Then, press System Presets programme channels manually. Press Press press B/G: For western European countries/regions D/K: For eastern European countries/regions L: For France...
  • Page 22: Digital Set-Up Menu

    “Software Download”: Enables the TV to automatically receive software updates, free through your existing aerial (when issued). Sony recommends that this option is set to “On” at all times. If you do not want your software to be updated, set this option to “Off”.
  • Page 23: Using Optional Equipment

    Using Optional Equipment Connecting optional equipment You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV. Connecting cables are not supplied. Connecting to the TV (side) S VHS/Hi8/DVC camcorder Headphones To connect Do this Conditional Access To use Pay Per View services. Module (CAM) A For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your CAM.
  • Page 24 Connecting to the TV (rear) DVD player with component output DVD recorder Decoder Video game equipment DVD player Decoder To connect PC D player Digital satellite receiver Digital satellite receiver or DVD player E, F player Digital satellite receiver DVD player with component output Video game equipment, DVD...
  • Page 25: Viewing Pictures From Connected Equipment

    Viewing pictures from connected equipment Switch on the connected equipment, then perform one of the following operation. For equipment connected to the scart sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead Start playback on the connected equipment. The picture from the connected equipment appears on the screen.
  • Page 26: Additional Information

    Additional Information Specifications Display Unit Power Requirements: 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz Screen Size: KDL-40P25xx: 40 inches KDL-32P25xx: 32 inches KDL-26P25xx: 26 inches Display Resolution: 1,366 dots (horizontal) × 768 lines (vertical) Power Consumption: KDL-40P25xx: 190 W or less KDL-32P25xx: 115 W or less KDL-26P25xx: 100 W or less Standby Power Consumption*: KDL-40P25xx: 0.8 W or less...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    For example, the indicator flashes for two seconds, stops flashing for one second, and flashes for two seconds. Press 1 on the TV (top side) to switch it off, disconnect the mains lead, and inform your dealer or Sony service centre of how the indicator flashes (duration and interval). When it is not flashing Check the items in the tables below.
  • Page 28 Problem Picture noise when viewing a TV channel Some tiny black points and/or bright points on the screen No colour on programmes No colour or irregular colour when viewing a signal from the Y, P jacks of Irregular picture when viewing a signal from PC Sound Problem...
  • Page 29 KDL-40P25xx KDL-32P25xx KDL-26P25xx 3-097-662-12(1) Printed in Spain...

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