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Watching TV
KDL-55W957B
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Applications
Watching TV with
Friends Far and
Near
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Devices
Using BRAVIA
Sync Devices
Useful Functions
Connecting to the
Internet
Using Home
Network
Configuring
Various Settings
Troubleshooting
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  • Page 1 Services and Applications Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 2 Friends Far and Using Applications Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 3 Connecting to the Lower Internet Displaying the Screen Key Pad Using Home Network Finding Contents More Easily (“Discover” Screen) Home Menu Screen Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Subtitles/Closed captions Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Screen format/Wide mode Useful Functions Audio (for analog mode) Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 5: Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos

    Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 6: Using Internet Services And Applications

    Making a call while watching TV Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 7: Watching Tv With Friends Far And Near

    Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 8: Using Other Devices

    MHL Device (Smartphone, Tablet, etc.) Useful Functions Wireless Subwoofer (Optional) Connecting to the Playable File Formats (DLNA, USB devices, etc.) Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 9: Using Bravia Sync Devices

    Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 10: Useful Functions

    Connecting to the Internet Using Clock/Timers Setting the current time manually Using Home Network Setting the on timer Configuring Setting the sleep timer Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 11: Connecting To The Internet

    Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 12: Using Home Network

    Useful Functions Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV (Screen mirroring) Connecting to the Internet Sharing Photos Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 13: Configuring Various Settings

    i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings Configuring Various Settings Basic Operations Picture/Screen Settings Parts Description Selecting picture mode Watching TV Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture Enjoying brightness/color) Movies/Music/Photos Setting the screen size/position Using Internet Services and Sound Settings Applications Adjusting various sound settings (e.g.
  • Page 14 Setting closed captions Displaying wallpaper for radio broadcasts Setting Parental Control Setting the parental lock password Setting an age restriction General Settings Turning off the key tone of remote control operations Turning off the start-up logo Turning on/off and adjusting the brightness of the illumination Setting Notification Setting the menu language...
  • Page 15 Software Update Updating broadcast/service software Updating the TV’s software Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Bluetooth Mouse Symptoms Connecting to the Screen mirroring Symptoms Internet One-touch mirroring Symptoms Using Home Network TV SideView Symptoms Photo Share Symptoms Configuring Various Settings Notes Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 17 [Remove Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen. (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( slide to highlight the yellow button, then press the touchpad to select.) Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 18 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > List of Contents Basic Operations How to Use Remote Enjoy “Discover” Home Menu Screen Picture Adjustment How to Use the i-Manual Watch Connected Device Enjoy Social Viewing Using Applications Top of Page Parts Description TV Set Front Control buttons on the rear...
  • Page 19: Selecting Channels

    Top of Page Watching TV Selecting Channels Enjoying Football More Using the Program Guide Using the TV Guide Search Function Watching in 3D Watching Twin Picture Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P) Changing Display Info/Pic. Size/Audio Display information Subtitles/Closed captions Screen format/Wide mode Audio (for analog mode) Top of Page...
  • Page 20 Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends while Watching TV Top of Page Using Other Devices BD/DVD Player HDMI connection Component video connection Composite connection Digital Still Camera/Camcorder USB Device Audio System HDMI connection Optical audio connection Audio cable connection MHL Device (Smartphone, Tablet, etc.) Wireless Subwoofer (Optional) Playable File Formats (DLNA, USB devices, etc.) Top of Page...
  • Page 21 Saving power by picture brightness Saving power by automatically adjusting the backlight drive Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time Using Clock/Timers Setting the current time manually Setting the on timer Setting the sleep timer Top of Page Connecting to the Internet Wireless Connection (Built-in Wireless LAN) Wired Connection (with a LAN Cable) Setting IPv6...
  • Page 22 Sound Settings Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance) Setting the sound according to the TV position Digital Channel Settings Setting subtitles Setting audio for digital broadcasts Tuning digital channels automatically Tuning digital channels manually Storing new digital services automatically Sorting digital channels Analog Channel Settings Selecting the cable/antenna signal Tuning analog channels automatically...
  • Page 23 Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TV’s remote control Setting sound for digital audio output Setting the headphone speaker link Setting sound for Home Theater Control External Input Settings Managing external inputs Switching the video input Making detailed settings of video input Running Initial Set-up Support Checking system information...
  • Page 24 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > How to Use Remote Basic Operations How to Use Remote Parts Description Two Remote Controls Watching TV Enjoying To operate the TV, you can use either the IR (infrared) Remote Control Movies/Music/Photos or the Touchpad Remote Control.
  • Page 25 register your Touchpad Remote Control with the TV before use. To return to the previous screen Press the RETURN button. To register the Touchpad Remote Control to the TV Press the HOME button of the IR Remote Control, select [Settings] →...
  • Page 26 ) to open the Screen Key Pad, slide the touchpad to highlight the desired color button, then press the touchpad to select. Related Information Home Menu Screen How to Use the i-Manual Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 27 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Parts Description > Finding Contents More Easily (“Discover” Screen) Basic Operations Finding Contents More Easily (“Discover” Screen) Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can use Discover to search for content (such as TV programs, Movies/Music/Photos Internet contents, etc.).
  • Page 28 Tips Some option settings require the TV’s clock to be set. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 29 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Parts Description > Home Menu Screen Basic Operations Home Menu Screen Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying The Home Menu can be displayed by pressing the HOME button. Movies/Music/Photos Categories such as [Channel], [Movies] and [Apps] are displayed at the top of the Home Menu.
  • Page 30 Select the thumbnail of the desired content. The content is played back. Categories in the Home Menu [Channel] You can view thumbnails of live and future broadcasts and recorded content. Select the desired subcategory to change the source. You can also change the broadcast system by using [Channel List] at the bottom of the Home Menu.
  • Page 31 Press the [Settings] → [Network] → [Network HOME button, then select Setup] → [View Network settings and status]. Related Information Enjoying Movies Enjoying Music Enjoying Photos Using Applications Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 32 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture Basic Operations brightness/color) Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture Parts Description brightness/color) Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can adjust various picture settings, such as picture Using Internet brightness/color, etc.
  • Page 33 Jump to the page [Reset] Resets all the [Picture Adjustments] settings to the factory settings excluding [Setting Memory], [Picture Mode] and [Advanced Settings]. [Backlight] Adjusts the brightness of the backlight. Reducing the brightness of the screen will reduce the power consumption. [Picture] Adjusts picture contrast.
  • Page 34 [Auto]: Automatically reduces dot noise. [Off]: Turns off the function. [Reality Creation] Adjusts detail and noise for a realistic picture. [Resolution] Adjusts the detail and clarity of the picture. [Noise Filtering] Adjusts to reduce noise of the picture. [Smooth Gradation] Creates smooth gradations on flat surfaces of the picture.
  • Page 35 [Edge Enhancer]: Enhances the edges of the picture. [Skin Naturalizer]: Detects faces and reproduces natural skin tone. [Display Speed Preference]: Reduces the picture delay to optimize the response to game controllers/PC mouse operation by selecting [On]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 36 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > How to Use the i-Manual Basic Operations How to Use the i-Manual Parts Description Searching for Information Watching TV Enjoying This i-Manual explains how to use the TV's functions. On the main page Movies/Music/Photos of the i-Manual, you can select the desired method to search for information.
  • Page 37 The titles on the right side of the screen change according to the title selected on the left side of the screen. Highlight a title on the right side of the screen using the / buttons, then press the button to select. (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, slide up/down to highlight a title, then press the touchpad to select.) The page of the selected title appears.
  • Page 38 (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( slide the touchpad to highlight the color button that corresponds to [Show Bookmark], then press the touchpad to select.) Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 39 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 40 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV with Friends Far and Near > Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends Basic Operations while Watching TV Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends while Watching Parts Description Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Social Viewing allows you to use your social network services while Using Internet...
  • Page 41 When you launch the Discover app during Social Viewing, some categories will not be displayed. A BRAVIA Sync device cannot be controlled via the TV’s remote control during Social Viewing. Use the device’s own remote control to control it. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 42 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Using Applications Basic Operations Using Applications Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying Press the SEN/APPS button or select [Apps] from the Home Menu to Movies/Music/Photos open the Apps category, which serves as a gateway to Internet content. From this screen, you can access various services and applications.
  • Page 43 [Add to My Apps]. Or, select [All Apps] at the bottom of the Home Menu to view all applications, select the desired application, then select [Add to My Apps]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 44 Remote control sensor Using Other Devices Receives signals from the remote control. Point the remote control at the Sony logo to operate the TV. Using BRAVIA Do not place anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its Sync Devices function.
  • Page 45 *1: If [Simple Response] is selected in [Illumination LED], the illumination LED does not light continuously but blinks as feedback for operations. *2: This function is available depending on your region/country. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 46 Press to display a list of inputs. Configuring To select a connected device input, press this button Various Settings repeatedly. In the TV Home Menu, this button will work as Troubleshooting (select/confirm). How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 47 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Parts Description > Terminals on the rear (center) Basic Operations Terminals on the rear (center) Parts Description Watching TV Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Connects to an existing network using an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 48 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Parts Description > Terminals on the rear (right) Basic Operations Terminals on the rear (right) Parts Description Watching TV Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with Friends Far and Near USB 1/2/3 Using Other You can enjoy photo, music and video files stored on a USB...
  • Page 49 Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, use HDMI IN 2. If not, an additional connection with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary. RF input that connects to your cable or antenna. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 50 TV. (What you can search depends on your Using Home region/country or other circumstances.) Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 51 Devices FOOTBALL Using BRAVIA Press to change the Live Football Mode. Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 52 The menu items vary based on the current Useful Functions input and/or content. Connecting to the HOME Internet Press to display the TV Home Menu. Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 53 2.1, press 2, , 1. Network CC/SUBTITLE Configuring Press to turn closed captions/subtitles on or off (when the Various Settings feature is available). Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 54 Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 55 Press to display a list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. The menu items vary based on the current Configuring input and/or content. Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 56 TV. Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 57 The Screen Key Pad is displayed on the screen. Slide left/right to select a button, then press the touchpad. Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 58 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Selecting Channels Basic Operations Selecting Channels Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can select channels using Discover, the Home Menu, or number Movies/Music/Photos buttons. Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with Friends Far and Near...
  • Page 59 : Recommended minimum age for current program (from 3 to 18 years) : Parental Lock : Digital Program Lock : Audio available for the visually impaired : Spoken subtitle audio available : Multi-channel audio available Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 60 (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( slide the touchpad to highlight the FOOTBALL button, then press the Troubleshooting touchpad to select.) How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 61 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Using the Program Guide Basic Operations Using the Program Guide Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can quickly find your preferred programs and the detailed program Movies/Music/Photos information. The current program information and weekly program guides for the next eight days are provided.
  • Page 62 Displays a channel title and number for a broadcaster. Program listing grid Enables selection of a program to watch or to be set as a reminder*. * The availability of setting as a reminder, depends on your region/country. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 63 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Using the TV Guide Search Function Basic Operations Using the TV Guide Search Function Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can search for information on TV programs, and cast/crew details. Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet Services and...
  • Page 64 Digital/Set-top box program guide switching is only available on IR Blaster compatible models. Notes A TV program will appear blank if no data is contained in a channel. Channel information may not be displayed correctly. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 65 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Watching in 3D Basic Operations Watching in 3D ( This function is available depending on your Parts Description model/region/country.) Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can experience powerful 3D entertainment, such as stereoscopic Using Internet Services and 3D games and Blu-ray 3D Discs.
  • Page 66 If no 3D effect is achieved, perform the following steps. Press the 3D button to display the [3D Display] screen. (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( ), slide the touchpad to highlight the 3D button, then press the touchpad to select.) Press the 3D button repeatedly to select the [3D Display] mode to suit the displayed content.
  • Page 67 full screen while playing the same game on a shared screen. The image is displayed in 2D. To use this feature, the game software must support SimulView™. To adjust the 3D settings You can adjust the following 3D settings. [Settings] → [Picture &...
  • Page 68 - If using a chemically pretreated cloth, be sure to follow the instructions provided on the package. - Never use strong solvents such as a thinner, alcohol or benzene for cleaning. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 69 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Basic Operations Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can watch two pictures (main and sub) simultaneously. The main Movies/Music/Photos picture can be displayed in full screen, and the sub picture can be displayed in an inset window (e.g.
  • Page 70 (For [Motionflow] compatible models only.) To remedy this, set to [Off]. Press the OPTIONS button, then select [Picture Adjustments] → [Motionflow] → [Off]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 71 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P) Basic Operations Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P) Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can watch two pictures (left and right) simultaneously (e.g. Movies/Music/Photos connected device and TV program). Using Internet Services and Applications...
  • Page 72 If two pictures with different vertical frequency signals (e.g. a left picture with 24p and a right picture with 60i) are displayed side-by-side, the smooth movement of the right picture may be lost. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 73 DISPLAY button, then press the Devices touchpad to select.) Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 74 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 75 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Screen format/Wide mode Basic Operations Screen format/Wide mode Parts Description Steps Watching TV [Settings] → Enjoying Press the HOME button, then select Movies/Music/Photos [Picture & Display] → [Screen] → [Wide Mode] → the desired option. Tips Using Internet Services and...
  • Page 76 [Captions] Stretches the picture horizontally to fill a 16:9 screen, while fitting captions in the screen. If component input (480p) is selected and [Scene Select] is set to [Game] or [Graphics], the available options change to [Fine- Normal]/[Fine-Full]/[Portable Game 1]/[Portable Game 2]. [Fine-Normal] Displays a 4:3 picture in its original size.
  • Page 77 Displays a 16:9 picture that has been converted into 4:3 letter box format, in the correct aspect ratio. [Captions] Stretches the picture horizontally, while fitting captions in the screen. Available Options (PC Timing) Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 78 Adjusts sound for second channel audio of programs such as bilingual. Various Settings [Mono] Troubleshooting Adjusts sound for monaural reception. Use this option when the stereo signal is unstable. How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 79 Sync Devices Select the desired subcategory. Useful Functions Select the desired thumbnail to watch the movie. Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 80 Select the desired subcategory. Useful Functions Select the desired thumbnail to play back the music content. Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 81 Sync Devices Select the desired subcategory. Useful Functions Select the desired thumbnail to view the content. Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 82 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Browsing Websites Basic Operations Browsing Websites Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying When the TV is connected to the Internet, you can browse websites. Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with...
  • Page 83 Also, the TV may not support functions developed in the future. In no event shall Sony be liable for any damage caused or associated with the use of the Internet browser, malfunction (including software) or communication failure.
  • Page 84 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Watching Internet Videos Basic Operations Watching Internet Videos Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can enjoy Internet video content, including movies and cartoons, by Movies/Music/Photos accessing a gateway that delivers a variety of on-demand entertainment.
  • Page 85 The interruption can be avoided by temporarily storing the content on a USB device (not supplied), and you can enjoy smooth video playback. This function is available with services that are indicated by the icon when you select them. Perform the following to use this function. USB device connection Connect a USB device that supports USB 2.0 or higher to the TV’s USB port.
  • Page 86 Press the OPTIONS button, then select [Quick Playback] → [On]. Network To disable this feature, start the Internet service, press the OPTIONS Configuring button, then select [Quick Playback] → [Off]. Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 87 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Performing initial setup Basic Operations Performing initial setup Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying Enjoy widescreen video calls by using the built-in camera and Movies/Music/Photos microphone. Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with...
  • Page 88 To sound a ringtone, press the HOME [Settings] → [Sound] → [Speakers] → [TV button, then select Speakers]. CMU-BR200/CMU-BR100 (not supplied) or third-party camera and microphone units cannot be used with the TV. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 89 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Making a call Basic Operations Making a call Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can make free video and voice calls to friends and family anywhere Movies/Music/Photos in the world from the comfort of your living room.
  • Page 90 (Voice Call). To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. About the status icons in the contact list A status icon is displayed next to your contacts, so you know if they are available to have a conversation. The list below indicates their availability: : Online, : Away,...
  • Page 91 For the best audio quality during a Skype call, use the speakers that are built into the TV instead of using an external audio system. To use the TV speakers, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Speakers] → [TV Speakers]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 92 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Making a call while watching TV Basic Operations Making a call while watching TV Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can use Social Viewing to make a video call to family or friends Movies/Music/Photos while watching TV.
  • Page 93 You can stop watching TV and display the video call screen only. Press the SOCIAL VIEW button, then select [Launch Skype]. Tips If you stop watching TV and display the video call screen only, the tweets area will also be closed. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 94 Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player. Troubleshooting Tips How to Use If you connect a BRAVIA Sync-compatible device, you can control it by Bookmarks simply using the TV’s remote control. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 95 BD/DVD Network player, then press the touchpad.) Configuring Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player. Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 96 BD/DVD Using Home player, then press the touchpad.) Network Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player. Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 97 Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying Connect your Sony digital still camera or camcorder using an HDMI Movies/Music/Photos cable. Use a cable that has an HDMI mini jack for digital still camera/camcorder end, and a standard HDMI jack for the TV end.
  • Page 98 Notes USB viewer supports FAT16, FAT32 and exFAT file systems. When connecting a Sony digital still camera to the TV with a USB cable, USB connection settings on your camera need to be set to [Auto] or [Mass Storage] mode.
  • Page 99 /MP_ROOT/100ANV01/MAHA0001.MP4 Avoid losing your files by backing up all your media files stored on a USB device. Sony cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged data stored on a USB device. Depending on the file, playback may not be possible even when using the supported formats.
  • Page 100 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > PC Basic Operations Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying Connect your PC with an HDMI cable to enjoy music, pictures and other Movies/Music/Photos content stored in it. Using Internet Services and Applications...
  • Page 101 PC. Even if 1920 pixel x 1080 line/60Hz output is selected, the actual output signal may differ. In this case, change the PC’s settings, then select another input signal in “Corresponding PC input signal”. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 102 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > HDMI connection Basic Operations HDMI connection Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying Connect an audio system (e.g. home theater system) with HDMI output Movies/Music/Photos to the TV, using an HDMI cable. Using Internet Services and Applications...
  • Page 103 You need to configure the [Digital Audio Out] settings according to your audio system. Press the button (or press the touchpad on the Touchpad Remote Control) to jump to “Setting sound for digital audio output” for details. Jump to the page Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 104 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > Optical audio connection Basic Operations Optical audio connection Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying Connect an audio system (e.g. home theater system) with digital input Movies/Music/Photos to the TV, using an optical audio cable. Using Internet Services and Applications...
  • Page 105 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > Audio cable connection Basic Operations Audio cable connection Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying Connect an audio system (e.g. amplifier) to the TV, using an audio Movies/Music/Photos cable.
  • Page 106 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > MHL Device (Smartphone, Tablet, etc.) Basic Operations MHL Device (Smartphone, Tablet, etc.) Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying Connect your MHL device (e.g. smartphone, tablet) with MHL output to Movies/Music/Photos the TV's HDMI IN 1/MHL port, using an MHL cable.
  • Page 107 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > Wireless Subwoofer (Optional) Basic Operations Wireless Subwoofer (Optional) Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can use the optional Wireless Subwoofer SWF-BR100 to extend Movies/Music/Photos the bass response of the TV’s sound. Using Internet Services and Applications...
  • Page 108 When you do not use the Wireless Subwoofer, select [Off]. You can also set this option using the Options menu. [Reset] Resets the Wireless Subwoofer settings to their initial values. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 109 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 110 Troubleshooting Activate BRAVIA Sync on the connected device. How to Use When a specific Sony BRAVIA Sync-compatible device is connected Bookmarks and powered on, and [BRAVIA Sync Control] is set to [On], BRAVIA Sync is automatically activated on that device.
  • Page 111 → [BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [Device Auto Power Off] → [Off]. To not turn on the TV automatically when turning on the connected device [Settings] → Press the HOME button, then select [External Inputs] → [BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [TV Auto Power On] → [Off]. To switch the TV input to the corresponding device connected with an MHL cable [Settings] →...
  • Page 112 Notes “BRAVIA Sync Control” (BRAVIA Sync) is only available for a connected BRAVIA Sync-compatible device that has the BRAVIA Sync logo. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 113 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using BRAVIA Sync Devices > Using the Sync Menu Basic Operations Using the Sync Menu Parts Description Steps Watching TV Enjoying Press the SYNC MENU button. Movies/Music/Photos (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( ), slide the touchpad to highlight the SYNC MENU button, then Using Internet Services and...
  • Page 114 Switches the device to be controlled by the TV’s remote control, between the TV and the connected device. Tips Any BRAVIA Sync-compatible device (except an audio system) is listed as a new input source under [Inputs] in the Home Menu. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 115 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using BRAVIA Sync Devices > Setting Buttons to Control an HDMI/MHL Basic Operations Device Setting Buttons to Control an HDMI/MHL Device Parts Description Watching TV Steps Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Press the HOME button, then select [Settings].
  • Page 116 Friends Far and Near Sync Device List]. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 117 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the Basic Operations content Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for Parts Description the content Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can select a preset picture and sound setting (e.g. [Auto], [Cinema], Using Internet [Sports]) that suits the content.
  • Page 118 (50/60Hz) and 480/576p formats only. (1080i/p (50Hz) and 576p are available depending on your region/country.) [Game] Optimal picture and sound for playing video games. [Graphics] Optimal picture for viewing tables and characters. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 119 Press the HOME button, then select [Settings]. Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring [Preferences] → [Eco] → [Light Sensor] → [On]. Various Settings Select Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 120 / / / buttons at the sorting applications Using Home screen. Network (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, slide left/right/up/down to Configuring move to the desired positions.) Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 121 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Current View Information Search Basic Operations Current View Information Search Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying This feature searches for information about the TV program you are Movies/Music/Photos watching, or the currently playing music title/artist name on your TV, from an Internet database.
  • Page 122 When watching TV via an external input, you cannot search information on TV programs. For customers in the USA or Canada: When watching TV by a cable signal, you cannot search information on TV programs. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 123 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Keyword Search Basic Operations Keyword Search Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can search for information on TV programs, music, and videos by Movies/Music/Photos entering a keyword (track title, album name, video title, etc.). You can also search and play Internet video.
  • Page 124 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Saving power by picture brightness Basic Operations Saving power by picture brightness Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can reduce power consumption by changing the picture brightness. Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with...
  • Page 125 No power saving. Tips If the power is turned off while [Picture Off] is set, [Power Saving] will be set to [Off] when the power is turned on next time. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 126 Press the HOME button, then select [Settings]. Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring [Preferences] → [Eco] → [Scene Select Sync] → [On]. Select Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 127 [Preferences] → [Eco] → [Idle TV Standby] → the period. Select Network When the set time passes, power will turn off automatically. If [Off] is Configuring selected, power will not turn off. Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 128 (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the touchpad in [Date (Month/Day/Year)].) Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 129 [Timer], then select [On] → the setting item → Network Press the set the item. Configuring Various Settings (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the touchpad in [Timer].) Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 130 Using Home desired option. Network Configuring Notes Various Settings When you turn off the TV and turn it on again, [Sleep Timer] is reset to Troubleshooting [Off]. How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 131 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Connecting to the Internet > Wireless Connection (Built-in Wireless LAN) Basic Operations Wireless Connection (Built-in Wireless LAN) Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying The built-in wireless LAN device allows you to access the Internet and Movies/Music/Photos enjoy the benefits of networking in a cable-free environment.
  • Page 132 Internet service provider or router. For details, refer to the instruction manuals provided by the Internet service provider, or those supplied with the router. Or contact the person who set up the network (network administrator). Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 133 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Connecting to the Internet > Wired Connection (with a LAN Cable) Basic Operations Wired Connection (with a LAN Cable) Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying A wired LAN connection allows you to access the Internet and your Movies/Music/Photos home network.
  • Page 134 Or contact the person who set up the network (network administrator). Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 135 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Connecting to the Internet > Setting IPv6 Basic Operations Setting IPv6 Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoying If your provider's service is compatible with IPv6, you can connect this Movies/Music/Photos TV to the Internet by IPv6. Example of wireless connection: Using Internet Services and...
  • Page 136 If your network environment does not support IPv6, turn off IPv6 of the TV. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 137 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Playing Content on a PC Basic Operations Playing Content on a PC Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can play photo/music/video files stored on a server (e.g. PC) that is Movies/Music/Photos connected to the same home network that the TV is connected to.
  • Page 138 - For vertical scroll: 1080/4912, 1080/7152, 1920/3424, 1920/4912, 1856/12416, 1856/8192, 2160/5536, 2160/3872, 4096/10480, 1080/11520 [Face Zoom] and [Expanded] in the option menu of [Display Size] may not work for some image files. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 139 Renderer] → [Remote Device / Renderer] → [On]. Using Home Network To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 140 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 141 Using BRAVIA [Smart Select] Sync Devices Responds to infrared signals sent from controllers. Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 142 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 143 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 144 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Connecting via Wi-Fi Direct (without a wireless router) Basic Operations Connecting via Wi-Fi Direct (without a wireless router) Parts Description Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos The TV can be directly connected to a Wi-Fi/Wi-Fi Direct device (e.g. smartphone, PC) that also supports the “DLNA Push controller”...
  • Page 145 When the standby screen for the Wi-Fi Direct Settings is displayed, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Manual]. Select [WPS (Push Button)] if the device supports WPS. Otherwise, select [Other Methods] and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To connect another device Follow the steps above to connect devices.
  • Page 146 The 5GHz band may not be supported depending on your region/country. If the 5GHz band is not supported, the TV can only connect to a wireless router (access point) using the 2.4GHz band. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 147 Then, press the touchpad again to go to “Connecting to the Internet” Using Home Network for details.) Operate the controller to start playing the content on the TV screen. Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 148 Entering text using the mobile device’s keyboard Internet For comprehensive information about the “TV SideView” application, Using Home refer to the following website: Network http://info.tvsideview.sony.net For details on how to use the “TV SideView” application, refer to the Configuring Various Settings application’s help. Tips Troubleshooting You can search and download the “TV SideView”...
  • Page 149 HOME button, then select [Network] → [Home Network Setup] → [Remote Device / Renderer] → [Remote Device / Renderer]. The name and available functions of “TV SideView” are subject to change. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 150 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV (One- Basic Operations touch mirroring) Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV Parts Description (One-touch mirroring) Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos By simply touching a mobile device (such as a smartphone or tablet) on Using Internet the Touchpad Remote Control, you can display its screen on your large Services and...
  • Page 151 For the position of the NFC detection area on the smartphone, refer to the instruction manual of the smartphone. If the TV cannot recognize and connect with the smartphone, try again. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 152 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV Basic Operations (Screen mirroring) Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV Parts Description (Screen mirroring) Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can display the screen of a mobile device (such as a smartphone Using Internet or tablet) on the TV to view photos, videos or websites.
  • Page 153 When the standby screen for the Screen mirroring is displayed, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Show Device List / Delete]. To deregister a device, select the device in the list to delete, then press button (or press the touchpad on the Touchpad Remote Control). Then, select [Yes] in the confirmation display.
  • Page 154 While the standby screen for the Screen mirroring is displayed, the wireless connection between the TV and your wireless router (access point) is disconnected, therefore communication via the Internet (such as an incoming call) is stopped. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 155 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Sharing Photos Basic Operations Sharing Photos Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying Gather around the TV with your family or friends, connect your Movies/Music/Photos smartphones/tablets to the TV and view your favorite photos on the large screen TV.
  • Page 156 The default browser for Android 2.3 or later is supported. The default browser for iOS is supported; however, some functions cannot be used depending on the version of your iOS. The maximum file size of photos is 10MB. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 157 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Selecting picture mode Basic Operations Selecting picture mode Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can select the picture mode according to your preference. The Movies/Music/Photos [Picture Mode] setting works in accordance with the [Scene Select] setting.
  • Page 158 Optimizes picture quality for viewing photographs. [Photo-Original] Enhances the visual warmth of photographs. [Photo-Custom] Adjusts the detailed settings for viewing photographs and stores your preferred settings. [Animation] Optimizes picture quality for viewing animations. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 159 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting the screen size/position Basic Operations Setting the screen size/position Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can set the screen size and position according to your preference. Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet Services and Applications...
  • Page 160 select this option to display the 16:9 picture in its original size. [Zoom]: Displays a 16:9 picture that has been converted into 4:3 letter box format, in the correct aspect ratio. [14:9]: Displays the 14:9 picture in the correct proportion. As a result, side bars are shown on the screen.
  • Page 161 [Wide Mode] [Normal]: Displays the original picture. [Full 1]: Enlarges the picture to fill the display area, maintaining the original picture. [Full 2]: Enlarges the picture to fill the display area. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 162 [Compressed Audio]: Improves the sound quality of low bit rate How to Use compressed audio content. Bookmarks [Surround Effect] Adjusts the surround sound effect. If [Sound Mode] is set to [Cinema], [Sports], [Music] or [Game], a surround sound technology developed by Sony reproduces a surround sound field.
  • Page 163 Adjusts the current volume level relative to other inputs, when [Setting Memory] is set to the current input. [Balance] Emphasizes sound from the left or right speaker. [Reset] Resets the selected input settings to the initial value. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 164 [Wall Mount] Connecting to the Provides the best sound quality when you hang the TV on a wall. Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 165 Notes Configuring Various Settings [Subtitle Setup] is available depending on your region/country. [Primary Preferred Language] and [Secondary Preferred Language] are Troubleshooting available depending on your region/country. How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 166 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting audio for digital broadcasts Basic Operations Setting audio for digital broadcasts Parts Description Steps Watching TV Enjoying Press the HOME button, then select [Settings]. Movies/Music/Photos [Digital Setup] → [Audio Setup] → the desired option. Select Using Internet To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.
  • Page 167 Notes Available options may vary depending on your region/country. Depending on the audio, the [Audio Description] function may not work during Social Viewing. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 168 You can run [Digital Auto Tuning] after moving to a new residence, Internet changing service providers, or to search for newly launched channels. Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 169 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 170 Sync Devices new services. Useful Functions Notes Connecting to the Internet [Auto Service Update] is available depending on your region/country. Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 171 [Digital Program Sorting] is available depending on your region/country. Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 172 After changing this setting, it is recommended to run [Auto Tuning]. Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 173 Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 174 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 175 The [Show/Hide Channels] settings are applied also in the channel list of Useful Functions [Analog TV] under [Channel] in the Home Menu. Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 176 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 177 [Program List Display] is available depending on your region/country. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 178 Using Home Network channel/program/input. Configuring [Large] Various Settings Shows full information about the currently viewed TV channel, program and external input when you change the channel/program/input. Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 179 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 180 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 181 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting the parental lock password Basic Operations Setting the parental lock password Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying Set a 4-digit password for parental lock. The password will be required Movies/Music/Photos when you change the parental lock settings.
  • Page 182 Various Settings (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the touchpad in [Password].) Troubleshooting To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 183 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 184 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 185 Various Settings * This function is available depending on your region/country. [Off] Troubleshooting The lamp does not light under normal use. How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 186 Sync Devices When you receive a notification, it may hide subtitles or other information. Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 187 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 188 After completing this process, the Touchpad Remote Control can be Friends Far and used. Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 189 Pointer operation of the Bluetooth mouse can be performed only on an internet browser. Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 190 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 191 [Audio System] must be selected to listen to 5.1 multi-channel audio. Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 192 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 193 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 194 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 195 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 196 An Internet connection is required to set up and use this function. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 197 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 198 Connecting to the Switches to composite video input. Internet Using Home Notes Network Configuring You cannot use [Component] and [Video 2] at the same time. Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 199 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Making detailed settings of video input Basic Operations Making detailed settings of video input Parts Description Steps Watching TV Enjoying Press the HOME button, then select [Settings]. Movies/Music/Photos [Picture & Display] → [Pro Picture Setup] → the desired Select option.
  • Page 200 Sets the color system according to the signal from the input source. Notes [Video Color Space (x.v.Color)], [Photo Color Space] and [Color System] are available depending on your TV model/region/country. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 201 Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 202 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 203 Using BRAVIA Sync Devices This feature may not be available in some regions/countries. Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 204 The software is downloaded when the TV is in standby mode. Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 205 To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 206 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 207 The TV turns on automatically. Using Other Devices Check if [Timer] is activated. Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 208 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Picture/Screen Symptoms Basic Operations Picture/Screen Symptoms Parts Description Picture quality is not as good as viewed at the store. Watching TV Distorted picture. Enjoying The screen flickers. Movies/Music/Photos No color/Dark picture/color is not correct/Picture is too bright Using Internet Services and Dark screen.
  • Page 209 Change the current setting of [CineMotion] to another setting. Set [LNA] to [Off] to improve picture reception. ([LNA] may not be available depending on the situation/region/country.) Perform [Fine Tune]/[AFT] in [Manual Program Preset] to improve picture for analog reception. Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable. The screen flickers.
  • Page 210 Wide] to [Off]. Check the [Auto Wide] setting in [Screen]. Suddenly the picture becomes small. The picture becomes smaller during commercials due to the method used by the provider to broadcast content. When HD content channels switch to SD content (commercials), the picture may be small with a black border. [Auto Wide] will not expand the picture while the content switches, since the content information is regulated by the channel signal provider.
  • Page 211 [Settings] - [Preferences] menu. A notification appears and hides subtitles or other information. Set not to display notifications. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [Preferences] → [Notification Settings]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 212 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Broadcast Reception Symptoms Basic Operations Broadcast Reception Symptoms Parts Description Check these things first to troubleshoot your TV reception. Watching TV Ghosting or double images appear. Enjoying Only snow noise or a black picture appears on the screen. Movies/Music/Photos There is picture or sound noise when viewing a TV channel.
  • Page 213 Only snow noise or a black picture appears on the screen. Check if auto tuning is performed. Check if the antenna is broken or bent. Check if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life (3-5 years for normal use, 1-2 years at a seaside location). There is picture or sound noise when viewing a TV channel.
  • Page 214 TV to check if the reception is improved. You cannot view digital channels. Ask a local installer if digital transmissions are provided in your area. Upgrade to a higher gain antenna. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 215 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms Basic Operations 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms Parts Description 3D pictures are not displayed. The 3D effect is weak. Watching TV Black bars appear on both sides of the screen when watching 3D pictures. Enjoying 3D display automatically switches on when 3D signal is detected.
  • Page 216 3D signal is detected. Deactivate the [3D Signal Notification] setting. Press the HOME button, [Settings] → [Picture & Display] → [3D Settings] → [3D then select Signal Notification] → [Off]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 217 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Sound Symptoms Basic Operations Sound Symptoms Parts Description No sound but good picture. Watching TV Audio noise. Enjoying No audio or low audio with a home theater system. Movies/Music/Photos Distorted sound. Using Internet Services and No sound but good picture.
  • Page 218 Perform [Fine Tune]/[AFT] in [Manual Program Preset] to improve sound for analog reception. Set [Audio Filter] to [Low] or [High] to improve sound for analog reception. ([Audio Filter] may not be available depending on your region/country.) Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 219 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Connected Device Symptoms Basic Operations Connected Device Symptoms Parts Description No picture from a connected device. Watching TV You cannot select a connected device in the Home Menu. Enjoying Some input sources cannot be selected. Movies/Music/Photos Certain programs on digital sources display a loss of detail.
  • Page 220 Some input sources cannot be selected. Select [Manage Inputs] and confirm the [Always] setting for the input sources. Certain programs on digital sources display a loss of detail. Less detail than usual or artifacts (small blocks, dots or pixelation) may appear on the screen, due to the digital compression of the source content used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs.
  • Page 221 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Network Connectivity Test Results Basic Operations Network Connectivity Test Results Parts Description The test results are “Failed”/“Failed”/“Failed”. Watching TV The test results are “OK”/“Failed”/“Failed”. Enjoying The test results are “OK”/“OK”/“Failed” or “OK”/“OK (IPv6 Only)”/“Failed”. Movies/Music/Photos The test results are “OK”/“OK (IPv6 Only)”/“OK (IPv6 Only)”...
  • Page 222 IPv4. If you are uncertain whether your contract includes the IPv4 connection, consult your provider. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 223 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Network/Application Symptoms Basic Operations Network/Application Symptoms Parts Description Sometimes video streaming quality is poor when using the wireless LAN. Watching TV Wireless LAN connection fails or radio reception conditions are poor. Enjoying The TV cannot connect with your wireless router (or access point) at Movies/Music/Photos...
  • Page 224 - Other wireless devices, microwaves, fluorescent lights, etc., are placed nearby. - There are floors or walls between the wireless router (access point) and If the problem persists even after checking the above, try making a wired LAN connection. The TV cannot connect with your wireless router (or access point) at 5GHz.
  • Page 225 IPv6 may not be available, in which case set IPv6 to off. Press the HOME [Settings] → [Network] → [IPv6 Setup] → [Set up button, then select IPv6 connection] → [No]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 226 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Home Network Symptoms Basic Operations Home Network Symptoms Parts Description Your TV cannot connect to the server. Watching TV A message appears stating that the TV cannot connect to your network. Enjoying Server is inaccessible.
  • Page 227 Setting] to [Auto (2.4GHz Band)]. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [Network] → [Wi-Fi Direct Settings] → press the OPTIONS button → [Band Setting] → [Auto (2.4GHz Band)]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 228 Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles. Using Home Fluorescent light can interfere with remote control operation; try turning off Network any fluorescent light. Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 229 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Touchpad Remote Control Symptoms Basic Operations Touchpad Remote Control Symptoms Parts Description Touchpad Remote Control does not operate, or does not operate properly. Watching TV The batteries drain quickly. Enjoying Touchpad Remote Control does not operate, or does Movies/Music/Photos not operate properly.
  • Page 230 Do not leave the Touchpad Remote Control face down. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 231 For usable communication distances between the TV and other devices, refer to the instruction manuals of the devices. Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 232 Devices emitting radio waves, such as other wireless LAN devices or Bookmarks microwave ovens, may interfere with the Screen mirroring function using wireless LAN. Keep the TV or Sony Screen mirroring compatible devices (e.g. some models of Xperia) away from such devices, or turn them off if possible.
  • Page 233 [Auto (5GHz Band)], try changing it to [Auto]. [Inputs] → [Screen mirroring] to Press the HOME button, then select show the standby screen for Screen mirroring and try again. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 234 How to Use start Screen mirroring. Bookmarks It is necessary to register the Touchpad Remote Control to the TV before use. Set the NFC setting of the compatible device to on. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 235 i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > TV SideView Symptoms Basic Operations TV SideView Symptoms Parts Description The TV cannot be turned on and controlled by using the TV SideView Watching TV application when [Remote Start] is set to [On]. Enjoying The TV does not appear on the TV SideView screen.
  • Page 236 (However, when connecting via Wi-Fi Direct, a home network connection is not necessary.) The maximum number of registration devices may have been reached. Delete unnecessary registrations before registering another smartphone/tablet. For detailed information, refer to the following website: http://info.tvsideview.sony.net/faq/ Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 237 The maximum file size of photos is 10MB. Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 238 Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Useful Functions Connecting to the Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
  • Page 239 Supported Codec for DLNA / USB device DLNA/USB设备支持的编解码器 Codec Suportado para dispositivo DLNA/USB Photo Music Video External Subtitle 照片 音乐 外挂字幕 视频 Foto Música Vídeo Legenda Externa Photo 照片 Foto File Format Extension 文件格式 扩展名 Formato do Arquivo Extensão JPEG *.jpg / *.jpe / *.jpeg *.mpo *.arw...
  • Page 240 LPCM 32k / 44.1k / 48k MP1L1 / MP1L2 / MP1L3 / MP2L1 / MP2L2 32k / 44.1k / 48k *.mp3 MP2L3 16k / 22.05k / 24k MP2.5L3 8k / 11.025k / 12k *.wav 32k / 44.1k / 48k AAC-LC 16k / 22.05k / 24k / 32k / 44.1k / 48k *.mp4 / *.m4a...
  • Page 241 Suportado Surpotada Suportada Suportada *.mpg / External 外部 QCIF 1920x1080@30fps MPEG1 *.mpe / MPEG1 MPEG1L2 1920x1080 (176x144) 1280x720@60fps *.mpeg Externo MPEG2 *.mpg / MPEG1L1 / External MP@HL, 外部 QCIF 1920x1080@30fps MPEG2PS *.mpe / MPEG1L2 / 1920x1080 MP@H14L, (176x144) 1280x720@60fps *.mpeg LPCM / AC3 Externo MP@ML...
  • Page 242 ASP@L5, (176x144) 1280x720@60fps ACEP@L4 MPEG1L1 / External MPEG1L2 / 外部 QCIF 1920x1080@30fps Xvid 1920x1080 (176x144) 1280x720@60fps MPEG1L3 / Externo AC3 / E-AC3 *.avi μ-LAW / External 外部 QCIF Motion JPEG PCM(U8) / 1280x720 1280x720@30fps (176x144) PCM(S16LE) Externo *.asf VC1 AP@L3, External WMA9 外部...
  • Page 243 MPEG4 SP@L6, QCIF 1920x1080@30fps 1920x1080 ASP@L5, (176x144) 1280x720@60fps ACEP@L4 AAC-LC / HE-AAC v1 / External AVC / H.264 *.3gp / HE-AAC v2 / 外部 3gpp BP@L3, *.3g2 AC3 / E-AC3 Externo MP@L4.2, / MPEG1L1 / 1920x1080@60fps HP@L4.2 QCIF MPEG1L2 1920x1080 1920x1080@30fps AVC / H.264 (176x144)
  • Page 244 External 内部 / 外部 QCIF 1920x1080@30fps WebM *.webm Vorbis 1920x1080 (176x144) 1280x720@60fps Interno / Externo Go to Page Top 转到顶层页面 Ir para o início da página Supported Audio Codec Sampling Rate in Video Content 视频内容中支持的音频编解码器采样速率 Taxa de Amostragem do Áudio Codec em Conteúdo de Vídeo Audio Codec Supported Sampling Rate 音频编解码器...
  • Page 245 DTS core 8k / 11.025k / 12k / 24k / 16k / 22.05k / 32k / 44.1k / 48k RealAudio(sipro) 8k / 16k RealAudio(cook) 8k / 11.025k / 22.05k / 44.1k RealAudio(aac) 24k / 32k / 44.1k / 48k μ-LAW PCM(U8) PCM(S16LE) 11.025k / 16k / 44.1k...
  • Page 246 SAMI *.smi Go to Page Top 转到顶层页面 Ir para o início da página...

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