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Sony BRAVIA KDL-32LL150 Operating Instructions Manual

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LCD Digital
Color TV
KDL-32LL150
© 2009 Sony Corporation
Sony Customer Support
U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport
Canada: www.sony.ca/support
United States
1.800.222.SONY
Sony will work to resolve
your questions more quickly than your retailer.
Please Do Not Return
the Product to the Store
Canada
1.877.899.SONY

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  • Page 1 Color TV KDL-32LL150 © 2009 Sony Corporation Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States Canada 1.800.222.SONY 1.877.899.SONY Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer. Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store...
  • Page 2 Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this Model Name Serial No. CAUTION...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Favorites ......25 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada http://www.sony.ca/support Wide Mode ......26 ®...

  • Page 4: Introducing Your New Bravia

    Introducing Your New BRAVIA Welcome to the World of BRAVIA Thank you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA documentations listed below to get the most out of your TV. Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV safe. Read this information prior to setting up your TV.

  • Page 5: Bravia

    TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as: ➢ BRAVIA Sync: Allows your BRAVIA TV to communicate with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function (page 21). ➢ Photo: View JPEG files from your USB connected equipment and enjoy photo slideshows (page 22).

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    • When cable connection is completed, be sure to secure the TV to a stable surface or mount it to a wall. The designated Sony wall-mount bracket model is available on page 2 of this manual. For details on securing the TV and items listed above, see page 14.

  • Page 7: Locating Inputs And Outputs

    Locating Inputs and Outputs Rear Panel AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) (MONO) AUDIO AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) (FIX) Item Description 1 PC IN Connects to a personal computer's video and audio output connector. Can also be (RGB/AUDIO) connected to other analog RGB equipment.
  • Page 8 RF input that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna. ANTENNA 9 USB Port This port is for service and for viewing JPEG photo files from Sony USB connected equipment. 0 VIDEO IN 2 Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of video equipment. If both composite video and S VIDEO are connected, S VIDEO signal has priority.

  • Page 9: Connecting The Tv

    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 10 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input located on the back of your TV. Shown with HDMI Connection Rear of TV AUDIO...

  • Page 11: Quick Setup Guide

    Shown with Component Connection Rear of TV AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) (MONO) AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) (FIX) AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) (red) (blue) Y (green) Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable connection as shown below.

  • Page 12: Connecting Other Equipment

    Connecting Other Equipment Personal computer AUDIO PC IN VIDEO IN DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) (MONO) AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) (FIX) VCR/Game Digital Analog audio system recorder equipment (A/V Receiver/ HomeTheater) • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. Blu-ray Digital Disc Player/...

  • Page 13: Bundling The Connecting Cables

    Bundling the Connecting Cables Untie the AC power cord from the plastic cable band and connect the AC power cord to the nearest wall outlet when all the necessary connection is completed. Use the same plastic cable band to bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below. Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables.

  • Page 14: Securing The Tv

    Securing the TV Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling over. Unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Preventing the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand.
  • Page 15 Anchor bolts • Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 •...

  • Page 16: Running Initial Setup

    Running Initial Setup During initial setup, you will perform the following: • Set the language for the On Screen Display (OSD) text • Choose your viewing environment • Signal source connection check • Scan for digital and analog channels Complete your cable connections before beginning the Initial Setup. Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) for sample connection diagrams.

  • Page 17: Operating The Tv

    Operating the TV Using the Remote Control To Insert 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. Guidelines to follow •...

  • Page 18: Remote Control Button Description

    Remote Control Button Description DISPLAY POWER WIDE INPUT TOOLS • The 5, PLAY and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when operating the TV. Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with channel/program information you are watching.
  • Page 19 DISPLAY POWER WIDE INPUT TOOLS Button Description 8 0-9 ENT 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 0 VOL +/–...

  • Page 20: Tv Controls And Indicators

    TV Controls and Indicators PIC OFF / TIMER Item Description 1 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signal from the remote control. Receiver 2 PIC OFF/ Lights up in orange when the sleep timer is set. TIMER LED Lights up in green when the Power Saving is set to Picture Off. 3 STANDBY Lights up in red when your TV is in PC power saving mode.

  • Page 21: Using Features

    • The connected equipment is turned on by One-Touch-Play. • Possible operations with BRAVIA Sync buttons, see page 18. When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Sync is connected, the following additional operations are possible: • Turning on the A/V receiver when the TV is turned on.

  • Page 22: Photo

    Sony cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged data recorded on USB equipment. The USB functionality on this TV is designed to be compatible with various Sony brand digital cameras and MICRO VAULT USB Flash Drives, but not all. Sony cannot guarantee or assure compatibility with all formats or products.

  • Page 23: Accessing Photo

    Accessing Photo Press MENU to access the Photo icon and select Photo. When USB Auto Start is set to On, the Photo Thumbnail View will automatically launch when USB equipment is connected. Photo Thumbnail View The Thumbnail View will appear and display the JPEG photos and files available from your connected USB equipment.
  • Page 24 Navigating and Selecting a Photo Use the arrow buttons on your remote control to navigate and highlight a file to view, then press TOOLS Photo Menu When Viewing a Photo Press TOOLS while viewing a JPEG file to begin viewing a slideshow, rotate an image, and access the Setup menu.

  • Page 25: Using Pip Feature

    Using PIP Feature You can watch TV while working on your PC. PIP (picture in picture) provides PC input signal and TV channels. The CABLE/ANTENNA input must be connected to use this feature. (Closed Captions (CC) is not available with PIP mode.) Main Window (PC)

  • Page 26: Wide Mode

    Wide Mode Press the WIDE button on your remote control to display the Wide Mode setting of your preference. Based on the original signal source, you may see black bars around the picture or just on the both sides of the screen. Sometimes you will see the picture fill the screen.

  • Page 27: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus The MENU button allows you to access a variety of TV settings for you to customize the settings. Navigating through TV Menus WIDE INPUT TOOLS 1, 4 Picture Settings: Adjust the picture on your TV to fit your viewing preference. Sound Settings: Customize your sound settings to suit your audio preference.

  • Page 28: Using The Picture Settings

    Using the Picture Settings Option Description Picture Mode Vivid Customized picture Standard viewing Cinema Reset Resets the current Picture Mode settings to the default values. Backlight Adjust to brighten or darken the backlight. Picture Adjust to increase or decrease picture contrast. Brightness Adjust to brighten or darken the picture.

  • Page 29: Using The Sound Settings

    Using the Sound Settings Option Description Sound Mode Dynamic Customized Standard sound listening Clear Voice Reset Resets the current Sound Mode settings to the default values. Treble Adjust to increase or decrease higher-pitched sounds. Bass Adjust to increase or decrease lower-pitched sounds. Balance Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance.

  • Page 30: Using The Screen Settings

    Using the Screen Settings Option Description Wide Mode Wide Zoom Fills the screen with minimum distortion. Normal Full Zoom Auto Wide 4:3 Default Wide Zoom Enlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, displaying as much of the Select the default Screen Mode to use Normal for 4:3 sources...
  • Page 31 Option Description PC Settings When a PC is connected to the TV and the PC input is selected, the PC settings screen appears instead of the Screen settings. You can also select the PIP feature which allows you to view two pictures simultaneously from TOOLS button (see page 25).

  • Page 32: Using The Channel Settings

    Using the Channel Settings Option Description Favorites Select favorite channels and external inputs (see page 25). Signal Type Cable Antenna Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels. Select Auto Program. Select OK to start Auto Program. Add Digital Select Add Digital Channels.

  • Page 33: Using The Parental Lock Settings

    Using the Parental Lock Settings Option Description Enter Password The Parental Lock settings allow you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. Use 0-9 on the remote control to enter a four-digit password.
  • Page 34 US Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for the U.S., select U.S.A. in the Country setting (see page 33). Option Description Movie Rating PG-13 NC-17 and X TV Rating Age-Based Ratings Block programs by TV-Y their rating, content TV-Y7...

  • Page 35: Viewing Blocked Programs

    Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (see page 33). Option Description English Rating French Rating 8 ans+ 13 ans+ 16 ans+ 18 ans+ U.S.A. Rating See “US Models”...

  • Page 36: Using The Setup Settings

    Using the Setup Settings Option Description Power Saving Idle TV Standby Select to automatically power off the TV after 1h, 2h, or 3h when no buttons PC Power Management Closed Allows you to select from several closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast Captions with closed captioning).
  • Page 37 Option Description Sleep Timer Set the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120) that you would like the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically. Language Select to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice: English, Español, Français.

  • Page 38: Using The Photo Settings

    Option Description HDMI Settings HDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with Control for HDMI function. Control for HDMI On/Off feature allows your TV to communicate with other equipment Device Auto Power Off...

  • Page 39: Other Information

    Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 1/2/3 After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the chart below. Resolution Signals Horizontal × (Pixel) × SVGA × 1,024 ×...

  • Page 40: Preparing The Tv For Wall-Mounting

    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 that the wall-mounting of your TV is performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Many of the poor pictures and poor sound conditions are related to improper connection of the cables; refer to the Quick Setup Guide provided for connections. If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV even after you read this operating instructions manual, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or call 1-800-222-SONY (7669)
  • Page 42 Condition Poor picture Picture quality not as good as viewed at the store Broadcast HD formats have poor quality Double images or ghosts Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes No color / Dark picture / Color is not correct / The picture is too bright Noisy picture...
  • Page 43 Condition Explanation/Solution BRAVIA Sync Cannot find connected • Make sure that the Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the BRAVIA Sync HDMI device • Only one A/V receiver may be used with the BRAVIA Sync and Control Second A/V receiver is not listed on the Device List PC Input...
  • Page 44 Condition Black bands appear at the edges of the screen Certain programs on DVD or other digital sources display a loss of detail, especially during fast- motion or dark scenes Some digital cable channels are not being displayed Photo files are not being displayed from my USB equipment or digital camera’s internal memory...

  • Page 45: Important Notices

    Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org). To Customers Sufficient expertise is required for TV installations. Be sure to subcontract the installation to a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and pay adequate attention to safety during the installation.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications Model 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 - 135 / Digital Cable: 1 - 135 Panel system LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Speaker output...

  • Page 47: Index

    Index 0-9 buttons 4:3 Default AC power cord Add Digital Channels Advanced Settings Alternate Audio AUDIO OUT jack, described Auto Adjustment , 32 Auto Program Auto Wide Backlight Balance Bass BRAVIA Sync buttons Brightness CABLE/ANTENNA input, described CC button , 20 CH +/–...

  • Page 48: On-Line Registration

    On-line Registration Available Be sure to register your TV. United States http://productregistration.sony.com Printed in Mexico Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 4-133-465-11(1)

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