Sony Bravia KDL-46EX729, Bravia 40EX729, Bravia 32EX729, KDL-55HX729, KDL-46HX729 Instruction Manual

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Displays the on-screen instruction manual (this manual).

Displays the on-screen instruction manual (this manual). Please review the Setup Guide (Operating Instructions) accompanying this television for

important information on usage.

Indicators on the i-Manual screen

: Previous page indicator : Previous layer indicator

: Next page indicator

Color button operation indicator

i-Manual operations

To return to the previous layer/proceed to the next layer, press / . To step through pages, press To jump to the top page of i-Manual, press the corresponding color button. To bookmark the page/remove bookmark, press the corresponding color button. To operate the TV or change settings, press i-MANUAL to exit i-Manual.

Some features can be started directly from the i-Manual. Press to start the feature when [Use this feature] is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

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Picture & Display Sound Preferences i-Manual Channels & Inputs Network Product Support

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TV Controls and Indicators

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Picture Symptoms: General Picture Symptoms: TV Program Picture Symptoms: 3D Picture Symptoms: Connected Equipment Sound Symptoms Wireless Network Connection Symptoms Internet Video Symptoms Internet Widget Symptoms Home Network (DLNA) Symptoms Other Symptoms

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Current Time External input display settings External input selection Light Sensor Motionflow PC Picture Frame Picture settings

Sound

Audio out settings (external) Headphones settings Sound settings

Initial Setup Recommendations

Presence Sensor Pro Picture Setup Scene Select Screen settings Screen settings (for PC) Screen types Side-by-side picture display Two picture display

Speaker settings TV start-up sound

Remote Control Buttons

3D GUIDE HOME

Connection

Audio System Digital Still Camera HDMI device Home Network

Other Equipment

“BRAVIA” Sync-compatible equipment Digital Still Camera Photo/music/video playback

Network

INTERNET VIDEO TrackID

PC Wired LAN Wireless LAN Adapter (USB)

Slideshow Sync Menu USB Auto Start

DLNA-certified media server

Internet content update Internet Video

Other

Renderer settings Wireless LAN

Auto Shut-off Eco settings Home Menu

Idle TV Standby Power Saving Timer

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3D Feature Rovi On Screen Guide™ Favorites Wide Mode Picture Mode Photos/Music/Videos Twin Picture (PIP) Twin Picture (P&P)

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About the Home Menu

Settings

Picture & Display

Picture Adjustments 3D Settings Screen (for inputs other than a PC) Screen (for PC input) Pro Picture Setup

Sound

Sound Adjustments MTS Audio Speakers Headphone/Audio Out Headphone Speaker Link Audio Out HDMI/DVI Audio Source Key Tone Startup Sound TV Position

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Scene Select

Eco Clock/Timers Language Region Closed Captions (CC) Parental Lock Info Banner Recommendation Picture Adjustments Lock Control4

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Cable/Antenna

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Program Information Source

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HDMI Settings

USB Auto Start Network

Network Setup

Refresh Internet Content

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Contact Sony

Signal Diagnostics

Automatic Software Download

Software Update

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VCR/DVD Player Audio System USB Device (e.g. Digital Camera) Picture Frame HDMI Equipment

Connecting HDMI Equipment Viewing from HDMI Equipment “BRAVIA” Sync with “Control for HDMI”

Internet/Wireless LAN

Wireless LAN Ready Wired LAN

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Connecting to a Home Network Renderer Display Settings for Media Servers

Media Server Troubleshooting Media Remote PC

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Licensing Information

Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

Fergason Patent Properties, LLC: U.S. Patent No. 5,717,422 U.S. Patent No. 6,816,141

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Rovi and Rovi On Screen Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.

The Rovi On Screen Guide system is manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.

The Rovi On Screen Guide system is protected by one or more United States patents of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.

Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries and related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi On Screen Guide system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area. In no event shall Rovi Corporation and/or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi On Screen Guide system.

Blu-ray Disc is a trademark.

“BRAVIA” and

, S-Force, BRAVIA Sync, and are trademarks or registered marks of Sony Corporation.

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark and “PS3” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED® are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.

TrackID is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB.

Music and video recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information, please visit

www.gracenote.com.

CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, and music and video-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000-present Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright © 2000-present Gracenote. One or more patents owned by Gracenote apply to this product and service. See the Gracenote website for a nonexhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents. Gracenote, CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS, the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the “Powered by Gracenote” logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the United

States and/or other countries.

Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR® qualified in the “Home” mode.

It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of these government agencies, designed to promote energy efficient products and practices.

Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV (i.e. Rovi On Screen Guide, Picture/Sound, Light Sensor, Power Savings) can increase or change the power consumption.

Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may exceed the limits required for the ENERGY STAR qualification in the “Home” mode.

Applicable trademark information depends on your TV model/region/country.

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3D Feature

Brings you the experience of 3D (threedimensional) pictures and graphics using 3D Glasses.

This feature lets you experience powerful 3D entertainment, such as stereoscopic 3D games and 3D Blu-ray Discs.

Turn the 3D Glasses on, then put them on to watch 3D content.

3D Glasses TDG - BR250

3D effect is available only when pictures are displayed in full screen. Additional viewers with 3D Glasses can also enjoy 3D content. The 3D Glasses are supplied or available as an optional accessory, depending on your TV model.

In some regions/countries, the 3D Glasses may not be available. The 3D Glasses TDG-BR250 may not be available in some regions/countries. If unavailable, use

other compatible 3D Glasses. If [Motionflow] is set to other than [Off], the smooth movement of the picture may be lost as the

picture process to minimize screen flicker is applied. In such a case, set [Motionflow] to [Off] to display the original picture.

Watching the following pictures in 3D

Regular 2D picture Side-by- side picture Over-under picture

1. Press 3D to display the 3D Menu.

2. Press 3D repeatedly to toggle through [3D Display] modes.

[Simulated 3D]: Displays regular 2D pictures in simulated 3D. [Side-by-Side]: Displays side-by-side pictures in 3D. [Over-Under]: Displays over-under pictures in 3D. [Off]: Displays pictures as they are.

3. Press RETURN to exit the 3D Menu.

Simulated 3D effect may be less pronounced with some picture sources. Perceived simulated 3D effect may vary from person to person. Simulated 3D display mode automatically switches back to 2D display mode an hour after its

activation.

Watching 3D content in 2D

Press 3D to display the 3D Menu.

2. Press 3D to select [Off] in [3D Display].

3. Press RETURN to exit the 3D Menu.

The 3D display mode is automatically selected when a 3D signal is detected. To prevent 3D display mode from being automatically selected when a 3D signal is detected,

press HOME, then select

→ [Picture & Display] → [3D Settings] → [Auto 3D] → [Off].

3D Sync Transmitter and 3D Glasses communication range

The recommended viewing angle and distance are shown in the illustrations. To enjoy the best 3D effect, the preferred viewing position needs to be kept within the range where the 3D Sync Transmitter works.

Side viewOverhead view

45°

120°

1-6 m (3-20 ft.)

3D Sync Transmitter

Recommended viewing angle and distance may vary depending on the TV’s location and room conditions.

Do not put anything in front of the 3D Sync Transmitter. Doing so may affect its function. Signals between the 3D Sync Transmitter and 3D Glasses may be interrupted if an infrared device

is used near the TV.

1-6 m (3-20 ft.)

30°

3D Menu

You can adjust the following settings from the 3D Menu.

Press 3D, then select the desired setting → the desired option.

3D Display

When 3D pictures are displayed: Switches between the 3D and 2D display modes. When non-3D pictures are displayed: [Simulated 3D]: Displays regular 2D pictures in simulated 3D. [Side-by-Side]: Displays side-by-side pictures in 3D.

Two near-identical pictures for 3D viewing are displayed side-by-side.

[Over-Under]: Displays over-under pictures in 3D.

Two near-identical pictures for 3D viewing are displayed one above the other.

[Off]: Displays pictures as they are.

3D Depth Adjustment

Adjusts the depth of 3D pictures on the screen.

Available only for content with 3D signals. Selecting [0] is recommended for normal use. 3D effect may be less pronounced depending on the settings.

Simulated 3D Effect

Heightens/lessens the 3D effect when you display 2D pictures in simulated 3D.

3D Glasses Brightness

Sets the image brightness when using 3D display mode.

By selecting [Auto], image brightness through the 3D Glasses is automatically adjusted in conjunction with the [Picture Mode] setting.

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Presence Sensor

Reduces power consumption by automatically turning the picture off and switching the TV to standby mode when no viewer is detected.

This feature reduces power consumption by monitoring a viewer presence via the built-in sensor. When no viewer is detected in front of the TV for a preset time, the picture automatically turns off, while leaving only the TV sound on. Additionally, after 30 minutes in picture off mode, the TV will switch to standby mode.

To set [Presence Sensor], press HOME, then select

Sensor] → the desired option.

→ [Preferences] → [Eco] → [Presence

Presence Sensor detection range

Presence Sensor

Sensor detection range illustrated in the figure is based on normal room conditions. Even if a person is in front of the TV, the sensor may not detect anything if the person does not

Overhead view

6 m (20 ft.)

80°

Side view

6 m (20 ft.)

30°

move.

The sensor may not work when the ambient temperature changes due to air conditioning, etc. The sensor is sensitive to movement from side to side and up and down and is less sensitive to

the viewer’s forward or backward movement. Sensor detection range may vary depending on the TV’s location, room temperature and lighting

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“BRAVIA” Internet Video

Brings videos, movies and much more through the broadband Internet connection to your TV.

This feature serves as a gateway to Internet content, delivering a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your TV. You can enjoy video content, including movies and cartoons.

1. Make a broadband Internet connection.

For details, see the information on wireless/wired LAN in “Internet/Wireless LAN” in this manual.

2. Press INTERNET VIDEO, then select [BRAVIA Internet Video] → the desired service.

INTERNET

VIDEO

3. Highlight the desired content, then press .

If you experience difficulties with this feature, check that the Internet connection is set up properly. Information about the highlighted icon appears in the information banner. The interface to Internet content depends on the Internet content providers. Services block video content based on the [Parental Lock] setting of the TV. Some service

providers do not support this function. To update “BRAVIA” Internet Video content services, press HOME, then select

[Refresh Internet Content].

Seeking forward/backward in video content

Press the buttons on the remote control that correspond with the control indications on the screen.

→ [Network] →

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Wireless LAN Ready

Provides a wireless network connection for your TV by inserting a USB Wireless LAN Adapter into your TV’s USB port.

By inserting the USB Wireless LAN Adapter UWA-BR100 (as of December 2010) into your TV’s USB port, you can create a wireless network connection.

USB Wireless LAN Adapter

Internet

Modem Wireless router

(access point)

The USB Wireless LAN Adapter is supplied or available as an optional accessory, depending on your TV model. In some regions/countries, the USB Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available.

If your TV has two USB ports, be sure to connect the USB Wireless LAN Adapter to the upper USB port.

Connecting to your wireless LAN

Set up your wireless router (or access point).

For details, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router (or access point).

2. Check your wireless LAN environment using the following chart.

Tip for smooth video streaming: Change the setting of your wireless router (or access point) to

802.11n and 5GHz if possible. For details on how to change the setting, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router (or access point).

Do you use a secure wireless LAN?

YES →

Do you use a wireless router (or access point) compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)?

YES →

If your wireless router (or access point) has a WPS button, proceed to TYPE 1.

(or access point) has a

PIN code, proceed to

↓

Proceed to TYPE 4. Proceed to TYPE 3.

↓

TYPE 2.

If your wireless router (or access point) has both a WPS button and PIN code, proceed to TYPE 1.

TYPE 1: Secured network using the WPS button

Check the WPS button location on your wireless router (or access point) and verify how to

use it.

2. Press HOME, then select → [Network] → [Network Setup].

The start-up screen appears.

3. Select [Wireless Setup] → [WPS (Push Button)], then follow the on-screen instructions.

TYPE 2: Secured network using the PIN code

Press HOME, then select → [Network] → [Network Setup].

The start-up screen appears.

2. Select [Wireless Setup] → [WPS (PIN)], then follow the on-screen instructions.

TYPE 3: Secured network using SSID and security key

Check the SSID (wireless network name) and security key (WEP or WPA key) of your

wireless router (or access point). If you do not know them, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router (or access point).

2. Press HOME, then select → [Network] → [Network Setup].

The start-up screen appears.

3. Select [Wireless Setup] → [Scan].

4. Select a network from the list of scanned wireless networks, then follow the on-screen

instructions.

TYPE 4: Unsecured network using only SSID

Check the SSID (wireless network name).

If you do not know the SSID, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router (or access point).

2. Press HOME, then select → [Network] → [Network Setup].

The start-up screen appears.

3. Select [Wireless Setup] → [Scan].

4. Select a network from the list of scanned wireless networks, then follow the on-screen

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Helps communicate with “BRAVIA” Synccompatible equipment (e.g. BD player, AV amplifier) using HDMI CEC.

With the “Control for HDMI” function, “BRAVIA” Sync helps communicate with “BRAVIA” Synccompatible equipment using HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).

Activating “Control for HDMI” (“BRAVIA” Sync)

Press HOME, then select → [Channels & Inputs] → [HDMI Settings] → [Control for

HDMI] → [On].

2. Activate “Control for HDMI” on the connected equipment.

For details, refer to the instruction manual of the connected equipment.

“Control for HDMI” (“BRAVIA” Sync) is only available for the connected Sony equipment that has the “BRAVIA” Sync logo or is compatible with “Control for HDMI.”

When specific Sony equipment compatible with “Control for HDMI” (“BRAVIA” Sync) is connected and powered on, and [Control for HDMI] is set to [On], “BRAVIA” Sync is automatically activated on the equipment.

Available “BRAVIA” Sync operations

BD/DVD player

Automatically turns the “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible equipment on and switches the input to that equipment when you select it from the Home Menu or Sync Menu.

Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the connected equipment when the equipment starts to play.

Automatically turns the connected equipment off when you turn the TV off. Controls menu operation (

connected equipment through the TV’s remote control.

AV amplifier

Automatically turns the connected AV amplifier on and switches the sound output from the TV speaker to the audio system when you turn the TV on. This function is only available if you have previously used the AV amplifier to output TV sound.

/ / / ), playback (e.g. , ) and channel selection of the

Automatically switches the sound output to the AV amplifier by turning the AV amplifier on when

the TV is turned on. Automatically turns the connected AV amplifier off when you turn the TV off. Adjusts the volume (VOL +/–) and mutes the sound (MUTING) of the connected AV amplifier

through the TV’s remote control.

When connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, connect to HDMI IN 1 with an HDMI cable. If connecting a system that is incompatible with “Control for HDMI” or Audio Return Channel, an additional audio connection via DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary.

Video camera

Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the connected video camera when the connected video camera is turned on.

Automatically turns the connected video camera off when you turn the TV off. Controls menu operation (

connected equipment through the TV’s remote control.

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Controlling “BRAVIA” Sync- compatible equipment

You can control “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible equipment by the TV’s remote control.

Press SYNC MENU, then select [HDMI Device Selection] → the desired equipment.

SYNC MENU

Any “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible equipment (except audio system) is listed as a new input source under

[Inputs] in the Home Menu.

Sync Menu

Sync Menu provides the following items. Press SYNC MENU, then select the desired item.

HDMI Device Selection

Enables selection of “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible equipment to control by the TV’s remote control.

Device Control

Speakers

TV Control

Displays the menu, options and title list of the connected equipment, or turns the equipment off.

Switches the speaker output between the TV and connected audio equipment.

Displays the menu and options of the TV, or shows/hides the display items on the TV screen.

Return to TV

Returns to the TV tuner.

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