Related Manuals for Sony BRAVIA KLV-40W550A
Summarization of Contents
Start-up Guide
Before Use
Information and checks required before operating the TV.
Attaching the TV Stand
Instructions for securely attaching the TV to its stand.
Connecting Antenna/Cable/VCR
Guide on connecting antenna, cable, or VCR to the TV.
Preventing TV Toppling
Safety instructions to prevent the TV from falling over.
Cable Management
Guidance on organizing and bundling TV cables.
Initial TV Setup
Steps for performing the initial setup of the TV.
Adjusting Viewing Angle
Instructions on how to adjust the TV screen's viewing angle.
Detaching the Table-Top Stand
Procedures for safely removing the TV's table-top stand.
Safety Information
Installation and Setup Guidelines
Essential guidelines for safe TV installation and setup procedures.
Safe Transportation Procedures
Recommendations for safely transporting the TV set.
Ventilation Requirements
Instructions for ensuring proper air circulation around the TV.
AC Power Cord Safety
Important safety precautions for handling the AC power cord.
Prohibited Usage and Locations
Situations and locations to avoid for safe TV operation.
Precautions
TV Viewing Best Practices
Tips for comfortable and safe TV viewing habits.
LCD Screen Characteristics
Information on the properties and visual characteristics of the LCD screen.
Screen and Cabinet Cleaning
Instructions for safely cleaning the TV's screen and cabinet.
Optional Equipment Placement
Advice on positioning optional equipment near the TV.
Battery Handling and Disposal
Guidelines for safe handling and environmentally friendly disposal of batteries.
Remote and TV Controls/Indicators
Remote and TV Control Overview
An overview of the TV's physical controls and remote.
Navigation and Selection Buttons
Explanation of remote buttons for navigating menus and selecting options.
Home, Return, and Input Selection
Functions of Home, Return, and Input select buttons on the remote.
Channel, Volume, and Mute Controls
How to use remote buttons for channel selection, volume, and mute.
Information, Options, and Text Functions
Remote buttons for accessing info, options, and Text mode features.
Favourite List Access
Using the remote to access the Favourite list.
Numbered Buttons and Scene Select
Functions of numbered buttons and the Scene Select feature.
Picture Aspect Ratio and Channel Recall
Remote buttons for changing aspect ratio and recalling previous channels.
Audio and BRAVIA Sync Controls
Remote buttons for audio settings and BRAVIA Sync operations.
Picture Mode and Input Switching
Remote buttons for switching picture modes and inputs.
Indicators
Presence Sensor Detection Area
Location and detection range of the TV's presence sensor.
Understanding Indicator Lights
Explanation of the meaning of various indicator lights on the TV.
On-Screen Operation Guide
How to use the TV's on-screen operation guide for assistance.
Watching TV
Basic TV Operation
Fundamental steps for turning on the TV and selecting channels.
Accessing the Teletext Service
Instructions on how to access and use the Teletext service.
Manual Wide Mode Adjustment
How to manually change the screen aspect ratio (Wide Mode).
Using the Favourite List
Favourite List Overview
Introduction to the TV's Favourite list feature.
Managing Favourite Channels
How to watch, add, or remove channels from the Favourite list.
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting External Devices Overview
General guide to connecting various external equipment to the TV.
Connecting Audio/Video Equipment
Detailed steps for connecting audio and video devices.
Connecting Portable and Other Devices
Instructions for connecting portable devices and other equipment.
Audio-Video Connection Details
Specifics on connecting audio-video equipment by cable type.
Portable Device Connection Details
Details on connecting portable devices like cameras or USB storage.
Other Equipment Connection Details
Details on connecting other types of equipment, like PCs.
Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment
Displaying Connected Content
How to view pictures and content from connected devices.
Dual Picture Display Modes
Guide to using Twin Picture and Picture-in-Picture (PIP) modes.
Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB
USB Media Playback Guide
How to play photo, music, and video files from USB devices.
Automatic Photo Playback Feature
Information on the automatic photo playback feature.
Picture Frame Mode
How to display a photograph in Picture Frame mode.
Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI
BRAVIA Sync and HDMI Control Explained
Explanation of BRAVIA Sync and HDMI control functionality.
HDMI Control Functionality
Details on specific HDMI control features like auto power on/off.
HDMI Connection and Settings
Guide to connecting and configuring HDMI-compatible equipment.
Using Menu Functions
Navigating the TV Home Menu (XMB)
How to navigate the TV's Home Menu using the XMB interface.
Media Category Functions Overview
Overview of the different media categories and their functions.
TV Settings Menu
System Update and BRAVIA Tips
Information on system updates and tips for using the TV.
Clock and Timer Settings
How to set the sleep timer, on timer, and adjust the clock.
Eco and Power Saving Features
Settings related to energy saving and power management.
Picture
Input Signal Settings
Selecting common or custom settings for different input signals.
Picture Mode Selection
Choosing picture modes like Vivid, Standard, or Cinema.
Basic Picture Adjustments
Adjusting brightness, contrast, colour, and hue for picture quality.
Colour and White Balance Settings
Adjusting the colour temperature and white balance of the picture.
Sharpness and Noise Reduction
Settings for sharpness, noise reduction, and MPEG noise reduction.
Motionflow and Cinema Drive Settings
Adjusting motion smoothing and cinema picture enhancement.
Advanced Picture Settings
Detailed picture adjustments for advanced users.
Sound
Sound Input Settings
Selecting common or custom sound settings for inputs.
Sound Mode Selection
Choosing sound modes like Dynamic, Standard, or Clear Voice.
Sound Adjustments and Enhancements
Adjusting treble, bass, volume, and enhancing sound clarity.
Surround Sound Options
Selecting and configuring surround sound effects.
Voice and Sound Clarity
Adjusting voice volume and improving sound clarity.
Dual Sound Broadcasts
Settings for dual sound broadcasts (stereo or bilingual).
Screen (for inputs other than a PC)
Input Signal Screen Settings
Selecting common or custom screen settings for inputs.
Wide Mode and Aspect Ratio Control
Adjusting screen aspect ratio for different content types.
Display Area Adjustments
Modifying the picture display area for optimal viewing.
Picture Position and Size Control
Adjusting the horizontal, vertical position and size of the picture.
Screen (for PC input)
Screen adjustments specifically for PC input signals.
PC Display Auto Adjustment
Automatic adjustment of PC display position, phase, and pitch.
PC Screen Manual Adjustments
Manual adjustments for phase, pitch, and position of PC screen.
Video Settings
Colour System Selection
Setting the appropriate colour system for input signals.
Audio Settings
Speaker Configuration
Configuring TV speakers and external audio system output.
Audio Output Control
Adjusting the volume level for external audio output.
Headphone Settings
Settings for headphone output, including speaker link and volume.
Set-up
USB Auto Start Configuration
Setting up automatic media playback from USB devices.
Quick Start Feature
Enabling a faster TV startup feature.
HDMI Set-up
Video Label Assignment
Assigning custom names and icons to external inputs.
Input/Output Jack Configuration
Switching video jacks between input and output modes.
HDMI Setup Configuration
Configuring settings for HDMI connections and compatibility.
Control for HDMI Functionality
Enabling and managing control for HDMI-connected equipment.
Automatic HDMI Device Power Control
Automatically turning HDMI devices off when the TV is turned off.
Automatic TV Power On with HDMI
Automatically turning the TV on when HDMI equipment is activated.
HDMI Device List Display
Displaying a list of connected HDMI-compatible devices.
Channel Set-up
Initial Setup and Language Settings
Running initial setup and selecting the display language.
Factory Reset and Channel Setup
Resetting settings and configuring channel setup options.
Direct Channel Selection
Enabling direct channel selection using one-digit input.
Favourite Channel Setup
Assigning desired channels to the Favourite list.
Automatic Channel Tuning
Automatically scanning and tuning all available TV channels.
Programme Sorting and Labeling
Changing channel order and assigning names to channels.
Programme Blocking
Blocking specific channels from being watched.
Intelligent Picture Enhancement
Reducing picture noise automatically for improved clarity.
Manual Programme Preset
Channel Tuning and System Setup
Manually tuning channels and setting TV system parameters.
Channel Labeling and Filtering
Assigning names and filtering channels.
Signal Quality Adjustments
Adjusting signal booster and colour system for optimal reception.
Audio Filter and Signal Level
Improving sound quality and checking signal level.
Additional Information
Wall-Mount Bracket Installation
Instructions for installing a wall-mount bracket for the TV.
TV Installation Dimensions Table
Table detailing dimensions for TV installation with wall mounts.
Wall Mount Screw and Hook Locations
Diagrams and table showing screw and hook locations for wall mounting.
PC and HDMI Input Signal Reference
Reference chart for PC and HDMI input signal resolutions and frequencies.
Troubleshooting
Standby Indicator Flashing Issues
Diagnosing and resolving problems when the standby indicator flashes.
Standby Indicator Not Flashing Issues
Troubleshooting steps when the standby indicator is not flashing.
Picture and Sound Troubleshooting Guide
Solutions for common picture and sound problems.
Connected Equipment Picture Issues
Troubleshooting no picture or incorrect picture from connected devices.
Input Selection Problems
Resolving issues with selecting input sources or equipment.
Sound Troubleshooting
Addressing issues related to no sound or noisy sound.
Channel Troubleshooting
Resolving problems with blank channels or poor reception.
General Operation Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting general TV operation problems like power or timers.
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