Sony KDL-26NL140, KDL-32NL140, KDL-37NL140 Operating Instruction

3-876-517-11(1)

LCD Digital Color TV

KDL-26NL140 KDL-32NL140 KDL-37NL140

Operating Instructions

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this TV.

Model Name

Serial No.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model: KDL-26NL140/KDL-32NL140/ KDL-37NL140 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTIFICATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by tu rning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

s Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

s Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

s Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

Pursuant to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Safety

s Operate the TV only on 120 V AC. s

Use the AC power cord specified by Sony and suitable for the volt age where you use it.

s The plug is designed, for safety purposes,

to fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

s If any liquid or solid object should fall

inside the cabinet, unplug the TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further.

s If you will not be using the TV for several

days, disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself. Never pull on the cord.

s When disconnecting AC power cord, the

power cord should be easily accessible for disconnection.

s The apparatus must not be exposed to

dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases on the apparatus.

s For details concerning safety precautions,

see “Safety and Regulatory Booklet” (included).

Installing

s The TV should be installed near an easily

accessible power outlet.

s To prevent internal heat buildup, do not

block the ventilation openings.

s Do not install the TV in a hot or humid

place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

s Avoid operating the TV at temperatures

below 41°F (5°C).

s If the TV is transported directly from a

cold to a warm location, or if the room temperature changes suddenly, the picture may be blurred or show poor color due to moisture condensation. In this case, please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before turning on the TV.

s To obtain the best picture, do not expose

the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight. It is recommended to use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the screen with opaque drapery. It is desirable to install the TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material.

CAUTION

Use your TV with the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET.

Sony TV Model No.

KDL-26NL140 KDL-32NL140

Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No.

Use with other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET may cause instability and possibly result in injury (see page 8).

SU-WL100 SU-WL500

To Customers

Sufficient expertise is required for installing the specified TV. Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealer or licensed contractors and pay adequate attention to safety during the installation.

KDL-37NL140

Note

This television includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you to receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription service to a cable service provider. Availability of digital cable television programming in your area depends on the type of programming and signal provided by your cable service provider.

For Customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

For Customers in the United States

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

Trademark Information

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

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

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

TruSurround XT, SRS and ( ) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

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

Blu-ray is a trademark.

“BRAVIA” and , , BRAVIA Theatre Sync and DMPORT are trademarks or registered marks of Sony Corporation.

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

Contents

Welcome to the World of BRAVIA®

The Four Steps to Stunning HD Experience:

Set, Sound, Source, and Setup................4

Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio ..................4

Getting Started

1. Installing the TV ......................................... 5

How to Carry the TV ....................................5

How to Attach the Table-Top Stand ............5

Securing the TV ...........................................6

Bundling the Connecting Cables .................7

Preparation for Wall-Mounting .....................8

Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket ................9

When Installing the TV Against a Wall or

Enclosed Area ....................................11

2. Locating Inputs and Outputs ..................12

Side Panel .................................................12

Rear Panel .................................................13

3. Connecting the TV ...................................15

Cable System and/or VHF/UHF ................15

HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box .................15

PC ..............................................................17

Other Equipment .......................................18

4. Setting Up the Channel List -

Initial Setup ............................................. 19

Exploring Fun Features

Using BRAVIA Theatre Sync™ with

Control for HDMI ..................................... 20

Using DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter ........ 20

Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators

Inserting Batteries ........................................21

When Using the Remote Control.................21

Remote Control.............................................22

TV Controls/Indicators .................................26

Using TV Menus

Navigating through TV Menus.....................27

Menu Descriptions........................................27

Using the Shortcuts Menu .....................28

Using the Picture Menu ........................30

Using the Sound Menu .........................31

Using the Screen Menu.........................32

Using the Channel Menu.......................33

Using the Parental Lock ........................34

Using the Setup Menu...........................37

Other Information

Troubleshooting............................................39

Specifications................................................42

Index...............................................................43

Quick Setup Guide (separate volume)

Provides a variety of optional equipment connection diagrams.

Customer Support

http://www.sony.com/tvsupport

On-line Registration

United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/registration

Welcome to the World of BRAVIA

Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming. Your BRAVIA TV can receive and display HD programming from:

• Over-the-air broadcasting via HD-quality antenna

• HD cable subscription

• HD satellite subscription

• Blu-ray Disc™ player or other external equipment

Contact your cable or satellite provider for information on upgrading to HD programming.

To learn more about HDTV, visit: U.S.A http://www.sony.com/HDTV Canada http://www.sonystyle.ca/hd

The Four Steps to Stunning HD Experience: Set, Sound, Source, and Setup

Along with your BRAVIA TV set, a complete HD system requires an HD sound system, a source of HD programming and proper setup connections. This manual explains basic setup connections (see page 15). The Quick Setup Guide, enclosed separately, illustrates how to connect other optional equipment.

Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio

You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement and high-impact visuals from 1080i HD signals. When you compare a high-definition signal to a standard analog signal, you will notice a big difference. The 1080i HD signals provide more than twice the vertical resolution of the standard TV signal.

High-definition and standard-definition signals are transmitted with different aspect ratios (the width-to-height ratio of the image). HDTV uses a wider screen than conventional standard-definition TV.

16:9 (high-definition) source

Most HDTV signals use a wide screen aspect ratio of 16:9. The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture.

4:3 (standard-definition) source

Most standard-definition signals use a boxy 4:3 aspect ratio. When a 4:3 image is displayed on an HDTV, you will see black bars on the sides. The picture quality ma not be as sharp as with HD sources.

• You can use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to fit the entire screen (see pages 24 and 32).

• This TV supports signals up to 1080i.

Getting Started

1. Installing the TV

Getting Started

How to Carry the TV

Be sure to follow these guidelines to protect your properties and avoid causing serious injury.

• Before carrying the TV, disconnect all cables.

• Carrying the large size TV requires two or more people.

• When you carry the TV, place your hand as illustrated and hold it securely. Do not put stress on the LCD panel.

• When carrying the TV, do not subject it to shocks, vibration or excessive force.

• Place your palm directly underneath but do not squeeze the panel’s speaker grill area.

The Table-Top Stand for this product is packaged separately. Complete the following instructions to install the TV to the Table-Top Stand before the connection and setup.

How to Attach the Table-Top Stand

1 Take out the Table-Top Stand from the cushion

and the 4 screws from the accessory bag.

• You will find the Table-Top Stand next to the TV unit.

• Keep the screws away from children.

2 Place the Table-Top Stand onto a level and

stable surface.

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3 Install the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand by

aligning the end of the concave section of the TV unit to the metal neck of the Table-Top Stand.

• When you carry the TV unit, place your hands as illustrated on page 5 and hold it securely. Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen.

• Be careful to not pinch your fingers or the AC power cord when you install the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand.

4 Stabilize the TV unit and the Table-Top Stand

with the supplied 4 screws.

Securing the TV

Sony strongly recommends taking measures to prevent the TV from toppling over; as unsecured TVs may topple and result in property damage, serious bodily injury or even death.

Prevent the TV from Toppling

s Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. s Do not allow children to play or climb on

furniture and TV sets.

s Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV. s Never install the TV on:

• slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces.

• furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.

s Install the TV where it cannot be pulled,

pushed, or knocked over.

s Route all AC power cords and connecting

cables so that they are not accessible to children.

Recommended Measures to Secure the TV

1 Secure the stand for the TV.

If you use a Sony TV Stand (not supplied), make sure the TV stand can adequately support the weight of the TV. Use two angle braces (not supplied) to secure the stand. For each angle brace use the appropriate hardware to:

• attach one side of the angle brace to the wall stud.

• attach the other side to the TV stand.

Angle brace

• If you use an electric screwdriver, set the torque for tightening at approximately 1.5 N

·m {15Kgf·cm}.

Stand

2 Anchor the TV to the Wall.

Use the hardware listed below (not supplied):

•Two M6 × 12-18 mm anchor bolts (screw into

the top-most wall-mount holes located on the rear of the TV)

• Rope or chain (attach to one M6 anchor bolt)

• Wall-anchor (attach to the wall stud) strong enough to support the weight of the TV (pass the rope through the wall-anchor, then attach to the other M6 anchor bolt).

Anchor bolts

Bundling the Connecting Cables

Getting Started

You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated below.

Wall-mount holes

Rope or chain

Wallanchor

• For further protection, follow these measures to prevent the TV from toppling over.

• Do not bundle the AC power cord with other connecting cables.

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Preparation for Wall-Mounting

This TV can be installed on a wall by using a WallMount Bracket (sold separately). Before mounting the TV on a wall, the Table-Top Stand must be removed from the TV.

• Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to wall-mount the TV.

• For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and the wallmounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor.

Use your TV with the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET.

Sony TV Model No.

KDL-26NL140 KDL-32NL140

Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No.

• For bracket installation, refer to the instructions on page 9 and the instruction guide provided by the WallMount Bracket model for your TV. Sufficient expertise is required in installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for withstanding the TV’s weight.

• Be sure to store the removed screws and the Table-Top Stand in a safe place until you are ready to reattach the Table-Top Stand. Keep the screws away from children.

SU-WL100 SU-WL500

KDL-37NL140

Follow the simple steps below to remove the TableTop Stand:

1 Disconnect all the cables from the TV. 2 Gently lay the TV (face down) onto a level and

stable surface covered with a thick and soft cloth. Make sure the Table-Top Stand is hanging over the edge.

3 Remove the 4 screws from behind the TV as

indicated below. Do not remove any other screws from the TV.

4 Secure the Mounting Hooks to the rear of the

TV. For more details, refer to Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket and also the Instruction Guide provided by the Wall-Mount Bracket

model for your TV.

• If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to tighten at approximately 1.5 N·m {15Kgf·cm}.

Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket

To Customers

Your TV can be wall-mounted using a Wall-Mount Bracket (sold separately). See table on page 8 showing the Wall-Mount Bracket model appropriate for your TV.

For product protection and safety, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket designed for your TV and wallmounting is performed by a Sony dealer or a licensed contractor. Do not attempt to install it yourself. Sony is not liable for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation.

Please provide this installation information as well as the instruction supplied in the Wall-Mount Bracket package to your installer.

To Sony Dealers and Licensed Contractors

To avoid injury and property damage, read these instructions carefully. Periodic inspection and maintenance is highly recommended to ensure that TV is securely mounted.

Installation dimensions table

Unit: inches (mm)

TV dimensions

Screen center dimensions

Length for each mounting angle

Weight

TV Model KDL-26NL140 KDL-32NL140 KDL-37NL140

Angle (0°)

Angle (20°)

30 3/4

(778)

18 1/2

(468)

3 3/8

(83)

13 1/2

(341)

6 3/8 (160)

10 3/4

(272)

(454)

13 3/4

(347)

23 lb.

(10 kg)

92 lb.

(40 kg)

(912)

21 1/2

(543)

6 5/8 (168)

18 1/2

(467)

6 3/8 (160)

12 1/4

(309)

20 1/8

(509)

(505)

29 lb.

(13.0 kg)

116 lb.

(52.0 kg)

40 1/2

(1,028)

(608)

5 1/2 (139)

18 1/2

(467)

6 7/8 (172)

13 1/2

(342)

22 1/2

(570)

20 1/8

(509)

38 lb.

(17.0 kg)

152 lb.

(68.0 kg)

• Installation dimensions may differ according to how the TV is installed.

• The wall must be strong enough to support at least four times the weight of the TV that you are installing.

For model KDL-26NL140

Unit: inches (mm)

Getting Started

Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket and Mounting Hooks

1 Open Wall-Mount Bracket package and check

for all the required parts including the instruction.

2 See Installation dimensions table to determine

the best location for wall-mounting. The wall must be strong enough to support at least four times the weight of the TV. Also refer to the instruction provided with your Wall-Mount Bracket.

Center line of the screen when installed on the wall

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For models KDL-32NL140 and KDL-37NL140

Unit: inches (mm)

Center line of the screen when installed on the wall

3 Install the Base Bracket on the wall. Refer to

the instruction provided with your Wall-Mount Bracket.

4 Disconnect all cables and remove the Table-

Top Stand. See page 8 for details.

5 Install Mounting Hooks on the TV. See

diagrams and table for Screw and Hook locations.

Hook locations diagram/table

TV Model Screw location Hook location

KDL-26NL140 -a

KDL-32NL140 e, g c

KDL-37NL140 d, g b

Screw location

When installing the Mounting Hooks on the TV.

For models KDL-32NL140 and KDL-37NL140

Hook location

When installing the TV onto Base Bracket.

For model KDL-26NL140

Wall

For models KDL-32NL140/KDL-37NL140

When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area

Make sure that your TV has adequate air circulation. Allow enough space around the TV as shown below.

Installed on the wall

inches

(30 cm)

inches

4 inches (10 cm)

Leave at least this much space around the set.

4 inches (10 cm)

inches

(6 cm)

4 inches (10 cm)

Installed with Table-Top Stand

(30 cm)

4 inches (10 cm)

Getting Started

Wall

* Hook position “a” cannot be used for the models in the table above.

Leave at least this much space around the set.

Never install the TV set as follows:

Air circulation is blocked.

Wall Wall

• Inadequate air circulation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause damage to your TV or cause fire.

2. Locating Inputs and Outputs

Side Panel

Item Description

VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO/ L (MONO)AUDIO-R

2 Headphone

jack

Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other video equipment such as a DVD or video game equipment.

• If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV’s L (MONO) audio input jack.

Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not supplied).

VIDEO IN

VIDEO

(MONO)

AUDIO

• While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted.

Rear Panel

Getting Started

CABLE/

ANTENNA

Item Description

1 HDMI IN 1/2

R-AUDIO-L

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as DVD player, a set-top box, A/V receiver and Blu-ray Disc player as well as PC. HDMI supports enhanced or high-definition video plus digital audio.

S VIDEO

VIDEO

(MONO)

AUDIO

VIDEO IN

SERVICE

ONLY

AUDIO

112

COMPONENT IN

(1080i/720p/480p/480i)

RGB

AUDIO

PC IN

AUDIO OUT

DMPORT

AUDIO

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(COAXIAL)

(FIX)

• If the equipment has a DVI and not an HDMI connector, use a DVI to HDMI cable or adapter to connect the DVI output to either HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 input, and connect the audio jacks to the AUDIO (L/R) jacks below the HDMI IN 2. (DVI connector is for video signals only, the Audio jacks provide support for the audio.)

DVI-to-HDMI cable DVI-to-HDMI adapter Audio cable

• The HDMI input has been fitted to suit A/V equipment such as DVD players for 480i, 480p, 720p and 1080i signals. PC generated signals may not be rendered as expected due to scaling factors. For better PC view, use the PC IN (RGB IN) input. Note that this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,366 dots × 768 lines.

2 SERVICE ONLY This USB port is for service only. 3 CABLE/

RF input that connects to your cable or VHF/UHF antenna.

ANTENNA

(Continued)

Item Description

4 VIDEO IN 1

S VIDEO

5 VIDEO IN 1

VIDEO/ L(MONO)AUDIO-R

6 COMPONENT

IN 1/2 (1080i/720p/ 480p/480i)/ L-AUDIO-R

7 PC IN

(RGB/AUDIO)

8 DMPORT Connects to DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) to display photos and videos or

9 AUDIO OUT

(FIX) R/L

0 DIGITAL AUDIO

OUT (COAXIAL)

Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of your DVD or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video (5). S VIDEO does not provide sound, you need to connect the audio cables.

Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your A/V equipment such as a DVD or other video equipment. A second composite video and audio input (VIDEO IN 2) is located on the left side panel of the TV.

Connects to your DVD player’s or digital set-top box’s component video (YP (L/R) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (4) or the composite video (5) connections.

Connects to a personal computer’s video output connector using HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB, not supplied). See “PC Input Signal Reference Chart” on page 17 for the signals that can be displayed.

• For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use an adapter (not supplied). If this is the case, connect the adapter to the computer before connecting the HD15-HD15 cable.

play music from a Portable Player to your TV (see page 20 for more details).

• Available DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters vary in each area.

• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.

Connects to the coaxial audio input of a digital audio equipment that is PCM/Dolby Digital compatible.

PR) and audio

• Component video (YP this TV displays all format types of picture in its native resolution of 1,366 dots × 768 lines.

) or HDMI connection are necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats. Note that

BPR

3. Connecting the TV

Cable System and/or VHF/UHF

Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)

Getting Started

75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)

CABLE/ANTENNA input

Rear of TV

• It is strongly recommended that you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can be easily affected by radio frequency interference, resulting in signal degradation.

Cable and VHF/UHF (or VHF only)

If you want to watch both cable and antenna (over-the-air) programming, you will need to use an optional AB RF Switch (not supplied) to switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna programming, as shown.

A-B RF

Switch

Cable

Antenna

CABLE/ANTENNA input

Rear of TV

• Be sure to set Cable setting to On or Off in Channel menu for the type of input signal you choose (see page 33 for more details).

HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box

You can also enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to high-definition cable service or highdefinition satellite service. For the best possible picture, connect these components to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input on the back of your TV.

Shown with HDMI Connection

HDMI cable

HD cable box/HD satellite box

CATV/ Satellite antenna cable

Rear of TV

SE RV IC E

ON LY

S VIDEO

VIDEO

P R

(MONO)

AUDIO

1 1 2

VIDEO IN

COMPONENT IN

(1080i/720p/480p/480i)

AUDIO

PC IN

RGB

DMPORT

A UDI O

A UDIO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(COAXIAL)

L R

(FIX )

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