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: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents BRAVIA XBR-79X900B ........................Basic Operations ..........................How to Use Remote ....................... Finding Contents More Easily (“Discover” Screen) ............... Home Menu Screen ........................ Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color) ........... How to Use the i-Manual ......................Watch Connected Device .......................
Page 3 Using Applications ........................Browsing Websites ......................... Watching Internet Videos ....................... Enjoying Internet Services in Comfort ..................Performing initial setup ......................Making a call ........................... Making a call while watching TV ..................... Watching TV with Friends Far and Near ..................Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends while WatchingTV ............
Page 4 Setting the current time manually ..................Setting the on timer ......................Setting the sleep timer ......................Connecting to the Internet ......................Wireless Connection (Built-in Wireless LAN) ................ Wired Connection (with a LAN Cable) .................. Setting IPv6 .......................... Using Home Network ........................
Page 5 Switching the video input ...................... Making detailed settings of video input ................. Setting the IR Blaster ......................Running Initial Set-up ......................Checking Sony contact information ..................Uploading operation history ....................Updating broadcast/service software ................... Updating the TV’s software ....................Troubleshooting ..........................
Page 6 Codec List ........................... TOC-5...
Page 7: Basic Operations
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 8: Parts Description
Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Finding Contents More Easily (“Discover” Screen) Useful Functions Home Menu Screen 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 9: Watching Tv
Subtitles/Closed captions Devices Screen format/Wide mode Using BRAVIA Sync Devices Audio (for analog mode) 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: 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 11: 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 12: 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 13: Using Other Devices
MHL Device (Smartphone, Tablet, etc.) Connecting to the Wireless Subwoofer (Optional) Internet Playable File Formats (DLNA, USB devices, etc.) Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 14: 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 15: Useful Functions
Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal Using Clock/Timers Using Home Network Setting the current time manually Configuring Setting the on timer Various Settings Setting the sleep timer Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 16: 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 17: 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 18: 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 Locking picture adjustment Using Internet Services and Setting the screen size/position Applications Sound Settings...
Page 19 Managing external inputs Switching the video input Making detailed settings of video input Setting the IR Blaster Running Initial Set-up Support Checking Sony contact information Uploading operation history Software Update Updating broadcast/service software Updating the TV’s software Top of Page ©...
Page 20: 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 21: How To Use Bookmarks
(When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( Various Settings slide to highlight the red button, then press the touchpad to select.) Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 22: List Of Contents
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 23 Enjoying Football More 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 Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Enjoying Movies Enjoying Music...
Page 24 Using Other Devices BD/DVD Player HDMI connection Component video connection Composite connection Digital Still Camera/Camcorder USB Device Viewing Photo Files in 4K Resolution 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 Using BRAVIA Sync Devices...
Page 25 Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal 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 Top of Page...
Page 26 Sound Settings Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance) Setting the sound according to the TV position Channel Settings Checking signal information Selecting the cable/antenna signal Tuning channels automatically Adding digital channels Setting channels to surf with the CH +/- buttons Editing channel labels Fine adjusting analog channels Program Information &...
Page 27 Setting the IR Blaster Running Initial Set-up Support Checking Sony contact information Uploading operation history Software Update Updating broadcast/service software Updating the TV’s software Top of Page Troubleshooting Self Diagnostics Power Symptoms Picture/Screen Symptoms Broadcast Reception Symptoms 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms...
Page 28: How To Use Remote
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 29 Touchpad Operation Guide. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [Preferences] → [Touchpad configurations] → the desired item. To start the tutorial for the Touchpad Remote Control You need to register your Touchpad Remote Control to the TV before going through the tutorial.
Page 31: Finding Contents More Easily ("Discover" Screen)
To change the Discover settings, press the OPTIONS button while Discover is displayed, then select the desired item. Troubleshooting Tips How to Use Bookmarks Some option settings require the TV’s clock to be set. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 32: Home Menu Screen
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 33 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. [4K Movies] You can watch 4K movies from online movie service providers by connecting a 4K media player (not supplied).
Page 34: Network Status
Press the [Settings] → [Network] → [Network HOME button, then select Setup] → [View Network settings and status]. Related Information Enjoying Music Enjoying Photos Using Applications Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 35: Adjusting Various Picture Settings (E.g. Picture Brightness/Color)
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 36: Color Temperature
screen will reduce the power consumption. [Picture] Adjusts picture contrast. [Brightness] Adjusts the brightness of the picture. [Color] Adjusts color intensity. [Hue] Adjusts green and red tones. ([Hue] is available depending on the color system.) [Color Temperature] Adjusts the whiteness of the picture. [Cool]: Gives white colors a bluish tint.
Page 37: Advanced Settings
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. This function is available only for 2D image HDMI/MHL input signals, at 1920 x 1080/24p resolution, and [Scene Select] set to [Cinema]. [Resolution] Adjusts the detail and clarity of the picture. [Noise Filtering] Adjusts to reduce noise of the picture.
Page 38 [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 39: How To Use The I-Manual
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 40: Saving Frequently Viewed Pages (Bookmark)
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. Press the button to proceed to the next page.
Page 42: Watch Connected Device
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 43: Enjoying A Chat With Your Friends While Watching Tv
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 44 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 45: Using Applications
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 46: Front
Remote control sensor Applications Receives signals from the remote control. Watching TV with Point the remote control at the Sony logo to operate the TV. Friends Far and Do not place anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its Near function.
Page 47 *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 48: Control Buttons On The Rear
To select a connected device input, press this button repeatedly. Useful Functions In the TV Home Menu, this button will work as Connecting to the (select/confirm). Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 49: Terminals On The Rear (Center)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) Configuring Various Settings You can listen to the TV’s sound on a connected home theater system with digital audio input (optical). Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 50: Terminals On The Rear (Right)
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 USB 1/2/3 You can enjoy photo, music and video files stored on a USB Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos device.
Page 51 Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, use HDMI IN 1. 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 52: Top
TV. (What you can search depends on your Connecting to the Internet region/country or other circumstances.) Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 53: Upper
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 54: Middle
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 55: Lower
Configuring example, to enter 2.1, press 2, , 1. Various Settings CC/SUBTITLE Press to turn closed captions/subtitles on or off (when the Troubleshooting feature is available). How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 56: Bottom
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: Selecting Channels
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 Selecting channels using Discover Watching TV with Friends Far and...
Page 58: Enjoying Football More
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Enjoying Football More Basic Operations Enjoying Football More Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can obtain more realistic picture and audio, as though you are Movies/Music/Photos watching from the stands of the stadium. You can also view movies and information related to football.
Page 59 An Internet connection is required to use this feature. Services may be changed or discontinued without notice. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 60: Using The Tv Guide Search Function
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 Tips...
Page 61 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 62: Watching In 3D
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 63 suit the displayed content. (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( ), slide the touchpad to highlight the 3D button, press the touchpad, slide the touchpad to highlight the desired [3D Display] mode, then press the touchpad.) [3D (Side-by-Side)]: Displays side-by-side pictures in 3D.
Page 64 manually set the adjustment value. [Simulated 3D Effect] Heightens/lessens the 3D effect when you display 2D pictures in simulated 3D. [Auto 3D] Select [Auto 1] to switch the 3D display mode automatically when a 3D signal is detected. If no 3D signal is detected, select [Auto 2], which will analyze the image for 3D information and switch the 3D display mode automatically.
Page 65: Displaying Picture-In-Picture (Pip)
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 66 (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 67: Displaying Left-And-Right Pictures (P&P)
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 68 24p and a right picture with 60i) are displayed side-by-side, the smooth movement of the right picture may be lost. This function is not available with a 4K resolution input signal. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 69: Display Information
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 70: Subtitles/Closed Captions
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 71: Screen Format/Wide Mode
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. Some options may not be available depending on the picture size.
Page 72 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. Side bars are shown to fill the 16:9 screen.
Page 73 [Full] Displays a horizontally compressed picture to fit a 16:9 (3840×2160) screen. [Zoom] Displays a 4K (4096×2160) picture in its original size. Available Options (PC Timing) Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 74: Audio (For Analog Mode)
Adjusts sound for second channel audio of programs such as bilingual. Using Home [Mono] Network Adjusts sound for monaural reception. Use this option when the stereo signal is unstable. Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 75: Enjoying Movies
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 76: Enjoying Music
Select the desired thumbnail to play back the music content. 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 77: Enjoying Photos
Select the desired thumbnail to view the content. 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 78: Browsing Websites
Also, the TV Bookmarks 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 79: Watching Internet Videos
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 80 If you experience difficulties, check that the Internet connection is set up properly. Services block video content based on the [Parental Lock] setting of the TV. Some service providers do not support this function. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 81: Enjoying Internet Services In Comfort
To disable this feature, start the Internet service, press the OPTIONS Connecting to the button, then select [Quick Playback] → [Off]. Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 82: Performing Initial Setup
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 Steps...
Page 83 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 84: Making A Call
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 85 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, : Do Not Disturb, : Offline, : Offline (with call forwarding enabled), : Phone contact, : Offline (with voice mail...
Page 86 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 87: Making A Call While Watching Tv
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 88 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 89: Inviting Friends While Watching Tv
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV with Friends Far and Near > Inviting Friends while Watching TV Basic Operations Inviting Friends while Watching TV Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying While watching a program, you can express that you like the program. Movies/Music/Photos You can also invite friends to watch the same program.
Page 90 [Invite Friends] to invite friends to watch the same program. To view your history [Channel] → [Friends] at the Press the HOME button, then select bottom of the Home Menu → [Love] or [Invitation]. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 91: Inviting Friends Using The Program Guide
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV with Friends Far and Near > Inviting Friends Using the Program Basic Operations Guide Inviting Friends Using the Program Guide Parts Description Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can use the program guide to invite friends to watch the same program or express that you like certain programs.
Page 92 After your account is registered, you can select it from the account list to log in. Notes Guide and Search can launch only when [Cable/Antenna] is set to [Antenna] or a set-top box via an IR Blaster is ready. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 93: Hdmi Connection
Using Home Network Tips Configuring If you connect a BRAVIA Sync-compatible device, you can control it by Various Settings simply using the TV’s remote control. Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 94: Component Video Connection
BD/DVD player, then press the touchpad.) Useful Functions Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player. 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 95: Composite Connection
BD/DVD player, then press the touchpad.) Useful Functions Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player. 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 96: Digital Still Camera/Camcorder
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 97: Usb Device
USB viewer supports FAT16, FAT32 and exFAT file systems. Various Settings 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 Troubleshooting Storage] mode.
Page 98 /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 99 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 * Be sure to use an authorized HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the...
Page 100 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 101: Viewing Photo Files In 4K Resolution
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > Viewing Photo Files in 4K Resolution Basic Operations Viewing Photo Files in 4K Resolution Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying A photo with 4K or higher resolution can be displayed in 4K resolution Movies/Music/Photos (3840×2160).
Page 102 While viewing a photo in 4K resolution, some picture setting changes are not effective in real time. Press the button to return to the photo screen for the changes to take effect. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 103: Hdmi Connection
TV’s remote control. How to Use Tips Bookmarks If you connect a BRAVIA Sync-compatible device, you can control it by simply using the TV’s remote control. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 104: Optical Audio Connection
Using BRAVIA Turn on the connected audio system, then adjust the volume. 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 105: Audio Cable Connection
Press the HOME button, then select Out] → [Variable]. Troubleshooting When connecting a subwoofer, press the HOME button, then select How to Use [Settings] → [Sound] → [Headphone/Audio Out] → [Subwoofer]. Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 106: Mhl Device (Smartphone, Tablet, Etc.)
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 2/MHL port or HDMI IN 4/MHL port, using an MHL cable.
Page 107: Wireless Subwoofer (Optional)
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 Connect the Wireless Transceiver supplied with the Wireless Subwoofer...
Page 108: Subwoofer Level
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: Playable File Formats (Dlna, Usb Devices, Etc.)
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: Setting Bravia Sync
[BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [BRAVIA Sync Control] → [On]. Connecting to the Activate BRAVIA Sync on the connected device. Internet When a specific Sony BRAVIA Sync-compatible device is connected Using Home and powered on, and [BRAVIA Sync Control] is set to [On], BRAVIA Network Sync is automatically activated on that device.
Page 111 [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels, Inputs & Ginga]* → [BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [TV Auto Power On] → [Off]. * Option name differs depending on your region/country. To switch the TV input to the corresponding device connected with an MHL cable [Settings] → Press the HOME button, then select [Channels &...
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: Using The Sync Menu
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: Setting Buttons To Control An Hdmi/Mhl Device
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: Displaying The Bravia Sync Device List
* Option name differs depending on your region/country. 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 117: Selecting A Picture And Sound Setting Suitable For The Content
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 (25/30Hz), 1080i/p (50/60Hz) and 480/576p formats only. (2160p (25Hz), 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: Automatically Adjusting Picture Brightness According To Ambient Light
Using BRAVIA Sync Devices [Preferences] → [Eco] → [Light Sensor] → [On]. Select 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 120: Adding Favorite Applications
Network (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, slide left/right/up/down to Configuring move to the desired positions, then press the touchpad.) Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 121: Current View Information Search
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: Keyword Search
Select a category to display the search results for that category. Configuring Various Settings Select a search result. To return to the last viewed source, press the RETURN button a few Troubleshooting times. How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 124: Saving Power By Picture Brightness
How to Use Tips Bookmarks 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 125: Saving Power By Automatically Adjusting The Backlight Drive
Using BRAVIA Sync Devices [Preferences] → [Eco] → [Scene Select Sync] → [On]. Select 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 126: Turning The Tv Off By Monitoring Idle Time
When the set time passes, power will turn off automatically. If [Off] is Using BRAVIA Sync Devices selected, power will not turn off. 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 127: Turning The Tv Off By Monitoring Input Signal
[Preferences] → [Eco] → [Auto Shut-off] → [On]. Devices 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 128: Setting The Current Time Manually
(When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the touchpad in [Date (Month/Day/Year)].) 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 129: Setting The On Timer
Sync Devices (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the touchpad in [Timer].) 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 130: Setting The Sleep Timer
When you turn off the TV and turn it on again, [Sleep Timer] is reset to Connecting to the [Off]. Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 131: Wireless Connection (Built-In Wireless Lan)
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: Wired Connection (With A Lan Cable)
Internet service provider, or those supplied with the router. Or contact the person who set up the network How to Use Bookmarks (network administrator). Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 134: Setting Ipv6
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Various Settings Notes Troubleshooting If your network environment does not support IPv6, turn off IPv6 of the TV. How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 135: Playing Content On A Pc
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 136 - 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 137: Enabling The Renderer Function
Select Renderer] → [Remote Device / Renderer] → [On]. 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 138: Allowing/Blocking Access From Controller
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 139: Making Advanced Renderer Settings
[Smart Select] Using BRAVIA Responds to infrared signals sent from controllers. 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 140: Selecting Servers To Display
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 141: Checking The Server Connection
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 142: Connecting Via Wi-Fi Direct (Without A Wireless Router)
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 143 Follow the steps above to connect devices. Up to 10 devices can be connected at the same time. To connect another device when 10 devices are already connected, disconnect an unnecessary device, then connect the device. To change the name of the TV shown on the connected device [Settings] →...
Page 144 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 145: Playing Content With The Renderer Function
Useful Functions for details.) Operate the controller to start playing the content on the TV screen. 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 146: Using A Smartphone/Tablet As A Remote
Devices For comprehensive information about the “TV SideView” application, Using BRAVIA refer to the following website: Sync Devices http://info.tvsideview.sony.net Useful Functions For details on how to use the “TV SideView” application, refer to the application’s help. Connecting to the Internet...
Page 147 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 148: Displaying The Smartphone's Screen On The Tv (One-Touch Mirroring)
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 149 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 150: Displaying The Smartphone's Screen On The Tv (Screen Mirroring)
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 151 button (or press the touchpad on the Touchpad Remote Control). Then, select [Yes] in the confirmation display. To deregister all devices, press the OPTIONS button in the list, select [All Delete], then [Yes] in the confirmation display. Icons on the left of the list show the following. (check icon): Connected devices (display icon): Screen mirroring compatible devices To display dialog when attempting to connect a device...
Page 152 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 153: Sharing Photos
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 154 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 155: Selecting Picture Mode
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 156 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 157: Locking Picture Adjustment
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 158: Setting The Screen Size/Position
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 Steps...
Page 159: Screen Position
ratio. (The left/right side edges will not be displayed.) [14:9]: Displays the 14:9 picture in the correct proportion. As a result, side bars are shown on the screen. ([14:9] is available depending on your region/country.) [Captions]: Enlarges the picture horizontally, while fitting captions in the screen.
Page 160: Wide Mode
[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 161: Adjusting Various Sound Settings (E.g. Bass/Treble/Balance)
How to Use Bookmarks If [Sound Mode] is set to [Cinema], [Sports], [Music] or [Game], a surround sound technology developed by Sony reproduces a surround sound field. [Auto Surround] Automatically outputs 5.1 surround sound when the TV receives a 5.1...
Page 162 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 163: Setting The Sound According To The Tv Position
Provides the best sound quality when you hang the TV on a wall. 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 164: Checking Signal Information
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 165: Selecting The Cable/Antenna Signal
After changing this setting, it is recommended to run [Auto Program]. 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 166: Tuning Channels Automatically
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 167: Adding Digital Channels
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 168: Setting Channels To Surf With The Ch +/- Buttons
The [Show/Hide Channels] settings are applied also in the channel list of Useful Functions [TV Channel List] 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 169: Editing Channel Labels
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 170: Fine Adjusting Analog Channels
Devices * Option name differs depending on your region/country. 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 171: Setting The Information Banner
Internet Shows the current channel number and detailed program information. Using Home Network Notes Configuring Various Settings Available options may differ depending on your region/country. Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 172: Setting Closed Captions
Useful Functions Sets the digital closed caption options. Connecting to the [Display Options] Internet Customizes the closed caption appearance. Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 173: Setting The Parental Lock Password
Connecting to the Internet Tips Using Home For the password, refer to Troubleshooting in the paper manual supplied Network with this TV. Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 174: Setting A Viewing Restriction
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting a viewing restriction Basic Operations Setting a viewing restriction Parts Description Overview Watching TV Enjoying You can lock any event rated as unsuitable for below a specified limit. Movies/Music/Photos (This function is available depending on your region/country.) Using Internet...
Page 175: Blocking Specific Channels
You can also select the channel by entering the channel number Connecting to the using the number buttons. Internet Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 176: Turning Off The Key Tone Of Remote Control Operations
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: Turning Off The Start-Up Logo
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 178: Turning On/Off And Adjusting The Brightness Of The Illumination
* This function is available depending on your region/country. Configuring Various Settings [Off] The lamp does not light under normal use. Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 179: Setting The Menu Language
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 180: Setting Your Region
Watching TV with providers. 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: Setting Touchpad Remote Control
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 182: Setting A Bluetooth Device
Pointer operation of the Bluetooth mouse can be performed only on an Using BRAVIA Sync Devices 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 183: Selecting Speakers To Output Sound
[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 184: Outputting Sound From Headphones Or Another Audio System
[Subwoofer]. 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: Controlling The Volume Of An Audio System With The Tv's Remote Control
TV’s remote control when using an external audio system. 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 186: Setting The Headphone Speaker Link
Friends Far and and headphones. 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 187: Setting Sound For Home Theater Control
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 188: Managing External Inputs
Devices * Option name differs depending on your region/country. 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: Switching The Video Input
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 190: Making Detailed Settings Of Video Input
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 191: Color System
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 192: Setting The Ir Blaster
* Option name differs 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 193: Running Initial Set-Up
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 194: Checking Sony Contact Information
Watching TV Enjoying Press the HOME button, then select [Help]. Movies/Music/Photos [Customer Support] → [Contact Sony]. Select Using Internet Sony contact information is displayed for your convenience. Services and Applications Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices...
Page 195: Uploading Operation History
Using BRAVIA This feature may not be available in some regions/countries. 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: Updating Broadcast/Service Software
The software is downloaded when the TV is in standby mode. 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: Updating The Tv's Software
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 198: Self Diagnostics
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 199: Power Symptoms
The TV turns on automatically. Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Check if [Timer] is activated. 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 200: Picture/Screen Symptoms
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 201 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 202: Black Box Appears On The Screen
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 203 Mode] and [Picture Reset Mode] to [Off]. 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 204: Broadcast Reception Symptoms
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 205 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 206 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 207: 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms
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 208 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 209: Sound Symptoms
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 210 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 211: Connected Device Symptoms
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 212 Check the cable connection. 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 213 If you press and hold a button on the remote control, the operation may not be transmitted. Instead, press the button repeatedly. Some external devices may not respond to some buttons on the Screen Key Pad. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 214: Network Connectivity Test Results
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 215 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 216: Network/Application Symptoms
Good picture quality but no sound on Internet video content. Friends Far and Near Apps are inaccessible. Using Other Serious Error 5006 Contact Sony appears when trying to perform [Refresh Devices Internet Content]. Using BRAVIA Some applications in [Apps] are not available./Disappeared from [All Sync Devices Apps].
Page 217 Check the installation location of the TV and wireless router (access point). Signal condition may be affected for the following reasons. - 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.
Page 218 Serious Error 5006 Contact Sony appears when trying to perform [Refresh Internet Content]. This error may occur if [Refresh Internet Content] did not complete successfully. Use the following steps, re-checking the Internet content status after completing each step: Perform [Refresh Internet Content].
Page 219: Home Network Symptoms
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 220 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 221: Remote Control Symptoms
Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles. Connecting to the Fluorescent light can interfere with remote control operation; try turning off Internet any fluorescent light. Using Home Network Configuring Various Settings Troubleshooting How to Use Bookmarks Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 222: Touchpad Remote Control Symptoms
If you keep waving your NFC compatible device over the NFC touch point How to Use Bookmarks of the remote control, it will increase battery drain of the remote and/or the device. Do not leave the Touchpad Remote Control face down. Top of Page © 2014 Sony Corporation List of Contents...
Page 223: Bluetooth Mouse Symptoms
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 224: Screen Mirroring Symptoms
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 225 [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 226: One-Touch Mirroring Symptoms
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 227: Tv Sideview Symptoms
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 228 (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 229: Photo Share Symptoms
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 230: Notes
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 231 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 232 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 233 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 234 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 235 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 236 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 237 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 238 SAMI *.smi Go to Page Top 转到顶层页面 Ir para o início da página...

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