Sony KDL-32W5500 Users guide [en, zh]

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Operating Instructions

操作手冊

KDL-46W5500/46WE5

KDL-40W5500/40WE5

KDL-32W5500

Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Trademark information

HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service marks o f Digital Living Network Alliance.

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

“BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

“XMB” and “xross media bar” are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

The typefaces used on the screen display are solely developed by DynaComware.

This television is designed for use in Hong Kong and ensured the usage in Hong Kong only.

Table of Contents

Start-up Guide 4

Safety Information ............................................................................................................................8

Precautions .......................................................................................................................................9

Remote and TV Controls/Indicators..............................................................................................10

Watching TV

Watching TV ....................................................................................................................................15

Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

(for digital channels only) ........................................................................................................17

Using the Favourite List ................................................................................................................18

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting Optional Equipment ..................................................................................................19

Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment .............................................................................22

Playing back Photo/Music/Video via USB ....................................................................................23

Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI..................................................................................25

Using Home Network Features

Connecting to the Network ............................................................................................................26

Enjoying Photo/Music/Video Files via the Network.....................................................................26

Checking the Network Connection................................................................................................27

Adjusting the Server Display Settings..........................................................................................28

Using Menu Functions

Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB™ ............................................................................29

TV Settings Menu............................................................................................................................30

Additional Information

Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket).........................................................................42

Specifications..................................................................................................................................45

Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................47

Index.................................................................................................................................................51

Before operating the TV, please read “Safety Information” (page 8). Retain this manual for future reference.

Start-up Guide

Before Use

To check the accessories

Mains lead/AC power cord (1) (KDL-46W5500/ 46WE5/40W5500/40WE5 only)

Cable holder (1) (KDL-46W5500/46WE5/40W5500/ 40WE5 only)

Stand (1) and screws (4)

RM-GD007 Remote (1)

Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)

To insert batteries into the remote

Push and lift the cover to open.

1:Attaching the stand

1 Open the carton box and take out the stand

and the screws.

2 Place the TV set on the stand. Take care

not to interfere with cables.

3 Fix the TV to the stand according to the

arrow marks that guide the screw holes using the supplied screws.

• If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening torque at approximately 1.5 N·m (15 kgf·cm).

2: Connecting an aerial/ antenna/cable/VCR

Connecting an aerial/antenna/cable

Aerial/Antenna cable (not supplied)

Connecting an aerial/antenna/cable and VCR

3: Preventing the TV from toppling over

Start-up Guide

AV cable (not supplied)

VCR

Aerial/ Antenna cable (not supplied)

S-Video cable (not supplied)

Aerial/ Antenna cable (not supplied)

1 Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter,

not supplied) in the TV stand.

2 Install a machine screw (M4 × 20, not

supplied) into the screw hole of the TV.

3 Tie the wood screw and the machine

screw with a strong cord (not supplied).

• An optional Sony support belt kit is used to secure the TV. Contact your nearest Sony service centre to purchase a kit. Have your TV model name ready for reference.

4: Bundling the cables

KDL-46W5500/46WE5/ 40W5500/40WE5

• Do not bundle the mains lead/AC power cord together with other cables.

• The illustration may differ from that of the actual rear panel, and the mains lead/AC power cord may already be connected, depending on the screen size.

5: Performing the initial set-up

(KDL-46WE5/ 40WE5 only)

Follow the instructions on the screen.

Programme Sorting: If you want to change the order of analogue channels, follow the steps in “Programme Sorting” (page 37).

Eco Preset: When you select “Yes,” the “Eco” settings are changed into recommended values to reduce power consumption.

• You can also tune channels manually (page 39).

Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV

This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown below.

Adjust the angle left and right (swivel)

Top view

Front

Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV

• Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks of the TV.

• Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than listed below. – To wall-mount the TV. – To put the TV in the carton at time of purchase.

Start-up Guide

Safety Information

Installation/Set-up

Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions below in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries.

Installation

• The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible AC power outlet.

• Place the TV set on a stable, level s urface to avoid it from falling down and cause personal injury or damage to the TV.

• Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall installations.

• For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use Sony accessories, including:

KDL-46W5500/40W5500/32W5500/ 46WE5/40WE5:

– Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500/

WL50B

• Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-mount bracket when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV set. The supplied screws are designed so that they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length when measured from the attaching surface of the mounting hook. The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the Wall-mount bracket model. Use of screws other than those supplied may result in internal damage to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc.

8 mm - 12 mm

Screw (supplied with the Wall-mount bracket)

Mounting Hook Hook attachment on rear

of TV set

Transporting

• Before transporting the TV set, disconnect all cables.

• Two or three people are needed to transport a large TV set.

• When transporting the TV set by hand, hold it as shown on the right. Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen.

• When lifting or moving the TV set, hold it firmly from the bottom.

• When transporting the TV set, do not subject it to jolts or excessive vibration.

• When transporting the TV set for repairs or when moving, pack it using the original carton and packing material.

Ventilation

• Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the cabinet.

• Leave space around the TV set as shown below.

• It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony wall-mount bracket in order to provide adequate air-circulation.

Installed on the wall

30 cm

10 cm 10 cm

Leave at least this space around the set.

10 cm

Installed with stand

30 cm

10 cm

Leave at least this space around the set.

• To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection of dirt or dust:

– Do not lay the TV set flat, install

upside down, backwards, or sideways.

– Do not place the TV set on a shelf,

rug, bed or in a closet.

– Do not cover the TV set with a

cloth, such as curtains, or items such as newspapers, etc.

– Do not install the TV set as shown

below.

Air circulation is blocked.

Wall Wall

6 cm

AC power cord

Handle the AC power cord and outlet as follows in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:

– Use only Sony supplied AC power

cords, not those of other brands.

– Insert the plug fully into the AC power

outlet.

– Operate the TV set on a 220–240 V AC

supply only.

– When wiring cables, be sure to unplug

the AC power cord for your safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables.

– Disconnect the AC power cord from

the AC power outlet before working on or moving the TV set.

– Keep the AC power cord away from

heat sources.

– Unplug the AC power plug and clean it

regularly. If the plug is covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may deteriorate, which could result in a fire.

Notes

• Do not use the supplied AC power cord on any other equipment.

• Do not pinch, bend, or twist the AC power cord excessively. The core conductors may be exposed or broken.

• Do not modify the AC power cord.

• Do not put anything heavy on the AC power cord.

• Do not pull on the AC power cord itself when disconnecting the AC power cord.

• Do not connect too many appliances to the same AC power outlet.

• Do not use a poor fitting AC power outlet.

Prohibited Usage

Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or situations such as those listed below, or the TV set may malfunction and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage and/or injuries.

Location:

Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the seashore, on a ship or other vessel, inside a vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable locations, near water, rain, moisture or smoke.

Environment:

Places that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where insects may enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical vibration, near flammable objects (candles, etc). The TV set shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the TV.

Situation:

Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet removed, or with attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Disconnect the TV set from AC power outlet and antenna during lightning storms.

Broken pieces:

• Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may break by the impact and cause serious injury.

• If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you have unplugged the AC power cord. Otherwise electric shock may result.

When not in use

• If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set should be disconnected from the AC power for environmental and safety reasons.

• As the TV set is not disconnected from the AC power when the TV set is just turned off, pull the plug from the AC power outlet to disconnect the TV set completely.

• However, some TV sets may have features that require the TV set to be left in standby to work correctly.

For children

• Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.

• Keep small accessories out of the reach of children, so that they are not mistakenly swallowed.

If the following problems occur...

Turn off the TV set and unplug the AC

power cord immediately if any of the following problems occur.

Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by qualified service personnel.

When:

– AC power cord is damaged. – Poor fitting of AC power outlet. – TV set is damaged by being dropped,

hit or having something thrown at it.

– Any liquid or solid object falls through

openings in the cabinet.

Precautions

Viewing the TV

• View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or during long period of time, strains your eyes.

• When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.

LCD Screen

• Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a structural property of the LCD screen and is not a malfunction.

• Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD screen may be damaged.

• If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the picture or the picture may become dark. This does not indicate a failure. These phenomena disappear as the temperature rises.

• Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.

• The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use. This is not a malfunction.

• The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal. Mercury is sometimes contained depending on the kind of fluorescent tubes. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for disposal.

Handling and cleaning the screen surface/cabinet of the TV set

Be sure to unplug the AC power cord connected to the TV set from AC power outlet before cleaning.

To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation, observe the following precautions.

• To remove dust from the screen surface/ cabinet, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.

• Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the screen surface and cabinet material.

• Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings is recommended to ensure to proper ventilation.

• When adjusting the angle of the TV set, move it slowly so as to prevent the TV set from moving or slipping off from its table stand.

Optional Equipment

Keep optional components or any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.

Batteries

• Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.

• Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and new batteries.

• Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Certain regions may regulate the disposal of batteries. Please consult your local authority.

• Handle the remote with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind onto it.

• Do not place the remote in a location near a heat source, a place subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.

Remote and TV Controls/Indicators

Remote and TV controls

Buttons on the TV will work the same as those on the remote.

* In the TV menu, these buttons will work as F/f/G/g/.

•The number 5, N, PROG + and AUDIO buttons on the remote have

a tactile dot. Use the tactile dots as a reference when operating the TV.

Button/Switch Description

1 "/1 (TV

standby)

2 1 (Power) Press to turn the TV on or off.

Press to turn the TV on and off from standby mode.

•When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is off,

• To disconnect the TV, turn off the TV, then

3 ENERGY

SAVING SWITCH (for KDL-46WE5/ 40WE5 only)

Press to turn the TV on or off. When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is switched off, power consumption is reduced. If the TV is in standby mode when ENERGY SAVING

SWITCH is switched off, switching ENERGY SAVING SWITCH on puts the TV back into

standby mode only.

•When ENERGY SAVING SWITCH is

(KDL-46WE5/ 40WE5 only)

the TV cannot be turned on (KDL-46WE5/ 40WE5 only).

unplug the mains lead/AC power cord from the mains/AC power.

switched off, you will not be able to perform such functions as saving clock settings, downloading EPGs, or updating software.

4 F/f/G/g/ Press F/f/G/g to move the on-screen cursor.

Press to select/confirm the highlighted item. When playing a photo file: Press F/G to select the previous file. Press f/g to select the next file. When playing a music/video file: Press to pause/start the playback. Press and hold G/g to fast forward/fast reverse, then release the button at the point where you want to resume playback. Press F to start playback from the beginning of the current file. Press f to go to the next file.

5 HOME Press to display the TV Home Menu (page 29). 6 RETURN Press to return to the previous screen of the

7 PROG +/–//In TV mode: Press to select the next (+) or

8 2 +/–

(Volume)

9 % (Mute) Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore

0 / (Input

select/Text hold)

qa OPTIONS Press to display a list that contains “Device

qs / (Text) Press to display text information (page 15). qd / (Info/

Text reveal)

displayed menu. When playing a photo/music/video file: Press to stop the playback. (The display returns to the file or folder list.)

previous (–) channel. In Text mode: Press to select the next ( ) or previous ( ) page.

Press to adjust the volume.

the sound.

• In standby mode, if you want to turn on the TV without sound, press this button.

In TV mode: Press to display a list of inputs. In Text mode: Press to hold the current page.

Control” or shortcuts to some setting menus. Use the “Device Control” menu to operate equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI. The listed options vary depending on the input source.

Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: In digital mode: Details of the current programme In analogue mode: Current channel number and Wide Mode In Text mode (page 15): Reveals hidden information (e.g. answers to a quiz).

t Details of the next programme

t Clock information

(Continued)

qf GUIDE /

(EPG)

(Favourite)

qh Coloured

buttons

qj Number

buttons

qk (Wide

Mode)

ql (Subtitle

setting)

w; SCENE Press to display the “Scene Select” menu.

Press to display the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) (page 17).

Press to display the Favourite List that you have specified (page 18).

When the coloured buttons are available, an operation guide appears on the screen.

In TV mode: Press to select channels. For channel numbers 10 and above, press the next digit quickly. In Text mode: Press to enter a page number.

Press to change the Wide Mode (page 16).

Press to change the subtitle language (page 39) (in digital mode only).

When you select the desired scene option, the optimum sound quality and picture quality for the selected scene are automatically set. Press F/f/G/g to select the scene option, then press . Cinema: Delivers picture scenes just like those in a theatre-like atmosphere with dynamic sound. Photo: Delivers picture scenes that authentically reproduce the texture and colour of a printed photo. Sports: Delivers picture scenes that let you experience realistic picture and sound like those in a stadium. Music: Delivers sound effects that let you experience dynamic and clear sound like that at a concert. Game: Delivers picture scenes that let you enjoy your game-playing experience to the fullest with superb picture and sound quality. Graphics: Delivers picture scenes that ease your prolonged monitor viewing experience and reduce fatigue by displaying clearer detailed pictures. General: Use this setting when you do not optimise the sound quality and picture quality for any scene. Auto: The optimum sound quality and picture quality are automatically set according to the input source, though there may not be any effect depending on the connected devices.

• When you set Theatre Mode (page 13) to on, the “Scene Select” setting switches to “Cinema” automatically.

wa AUDIO In analogue mode: Press to change the dual

sound mode (page 34). In digital mode: Press to change the language to be used for the programme currently being viewed (page 39).

ws BRAVIA

Sync

m/N/X/M/x: You can operate the BRAVIA Sync-compatible equipment that is connected to the TV. SYNC MENU: Displays the menu of connected HDMI equipment. While viewing other input screens or TV programmes, “HDMI Device Selection” is displayed when the button is pressed. THEATRE: You can set Theatre Mode to on or off. When Theatre Mode is set to on, the optimum sound quality (if the TV is connected with an audio system using an HDMI cable) and picture quality for film-based contents are automatically set.

• If you turn the TV off, Theatre Mode is also turned off.

• When you change the “Scene Select” setting, Theatre Mode turns off automatically.

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

wd DIGITAL/

ANALOG

— Twin Picture/PIP

Switches between digital and analogue modes.

Displays two pictures simultaneously (page 22).

(Continued)

Indicators

Presence sensor detection area

Top view

Approx. 80°

Side view

Approx. 3m

Indicator Description

1 Light sensor

(page 31)

2 Remote control

sensor

3 (Picture Off /

Timer)

4 1 (Standby) Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode. 5 " (Power) Lights up in green when the TV is on. 6 Presence sensor

(for KDL-46WE5/ 40WE5 only) (page 30)

Do not put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function.

Receives signals from the remote. Do not put anything over the sensor. The sensor may not work properly.

Lights up in green when you select “Picture Off” (page 30). Lights up in orange when you set the timer (page 17, 30).

Do not put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function. Depending on the use environment, the detection area may slightly decrease.

Approx. 3 m

Approx. 30°

About the operation guide on the TV screen

Operation Guide Example: Press or RETURN (see 4 on page 11 or 6 on page 11).

The operation guide provides help on how to operate the TV using the remote, and is displayed at the bottom of the screen. Use the remote buttons shown on the operation guide.

Watching TV

3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to

select a TV channel.

To select a digital programme using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG), see page 17. In digital mode, an information banner appears briefly. Each time you press

, the banner changes cyclically as follows: Current programme information t Next programme information t No banner The following icons may be indicated on the banner.

: Radio service : Scrambled/Subscription service

: Subtitles available

: Subtitles available for the hearing

impaired

: Multiple audio languages available

c:Reminder

: Recommended minimum age for

current programme (ages from 4 to

18)

: Parental Lock

Watching TV

1 Press 1 on the TV to turn on the TV.

When the TV cannot be turned on, switch ENERGY SAVING SWITCH on, then press 1 on the TV (page 10) 46WE5/40WE5 only). When the TV is in standby mode (the 1 (standby) indicator on the TV front panel is red), press "/1 on the remote to turn on the TV.

(KDL-

2 Press DIGITAL/ANALOG to switch

between digital and analogue modes.

The available channels vary depending on the mode.

To access Text

Press /. Each time you press /, the display changes cyclically as follows: Text and TV picture t Tex t t No Text (exit the Text service) To select a page, press the number buttons or

/. To hold a page, press . To reveal hidden information, press .

• You can also jump directly to a page by selecting

the page number displayed on the screen. Press and F/f/G/g to select the page number, then press

• When four coloured items appear at the bottom of

the Text page, you can access pages quickly and easily (Fastext). Press the corresponding coloured button to access the page.

(Continued)

To change the Wide Mode manually

Press repeatedly to select the desired Wide Mode.

Wide Zoom*

Enlarges the centre portion of the picture. The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16:9 screen.

Normal

Displays the 4:3 picture in its original size. Side bars are shown to fill the 16:9 screen.

Full

Stretches the 4:3 picture horizontally, to fill the 16:9 screen.

Zoom*

Displays the cinemascopic (letter box format) picture in the correct proportion.

* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off.

You can adjust the vertical position of the picture. Press F/f to move the picture up or down (e.g. to read subtitles).

• When you select “Wide Zoom,” some characters and/or letters at the top and the bottom of the picture may not be visible. In such a case, adjust “Vertical Size” in the “Screen” menu (page 34).

• When “Auto Wide” (page 34) is set to “On,” the TV will automatically select the best mode to suit the input from an external equipment.

• If 720p, 1080i or 1080p source pictures are displayed with black borders on the screen edges, select “Wide Zoom” or “Zoom” to adjust the pictures.

Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) (for digital channels only)

1 In digital mode, press GUIDE. 2 Perform the desired operation as shown in

the following table or displayed on the screen.

Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

To Do this

View a programme Press F/f/G/g to select a programme, then press .

Turn off the EPG Press GUIDE.

Watching TV

Sort programme information by category – Category list

Set a programme to be displayed automatically on the screen when it starts – Reminder

Cancel a reminder – Timer list

1 Press the blue button. 2 Press F/f to select a category, then press .

1 Press F/f/G/g to select a future programme you want to display,

then press .

2 Press F/f to select “Reminder,” then press .

A c symbol appears next to the programme’s information. The

indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.

• If you switch the TV to standby mode, the TV will automatically turn on when the programme starts.

1 Press . 2 Press F/f to select “Timer list,” then press . 3 Press F/f to select the programme you want to cancel, then

press .

4 Press to select “Cancel Timer.”

A display appears to confirm that you want to cancel the programme.

5 Press G/g to select “Yes,” then press .

Using the Favourite List

Analogue Favourites

nalogue Favourite List

To Do this

Watch a channel Press .

Turn off the Favourite list Press .

Add a current channel to the Favourite list

Remove a channel from the Favourite list

Press F/f to select “Add to Favourites,” then press .

1 Press F/f to select “Edit Favourites,” then press .

The “Favourite Set-up” screen appears.

2 Press F/f to select the channel number, then press . 3 Press F/f to select “– – –,” then press .

Digital Favourites

The Favourite feature lets you select programmes from a list of up to 16 favourite channels that you specify.

1 In analogue mode, press . 2 Perform the desired operation as shown in

the following table or displayed on the screen.

You can specify up to four of your favourite channel lists.

1 In digital mode, press . 2 Perform the desired operation as shown in

the following table or displayed on the screen.

Digital Favourite List

To Do this

Turn off the Favourite list Press RETURN.

Add or remove channels in a Favourite list

1 Press the blue button.

Go to step 2 when you add channels for the first time or the Favourite list is empty.

2 Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list to edit. 3 Press F/f/G/g to select the channel to add or remove, then press

Watch a channel 1 Press the yellow button to select a Favourite list.

2 Press F/f to select a channel, then press .

Remove all channels from a Favourite list

1 Press the blue button. 2 Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list to edit. 3 Press the blue button. 4 Press G/g to select “Yes,” then press .

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting Optional Equipment

You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV.

Broadband router

Digital still camera

Using Optional Equipment

Camcorder

Video game equipment

DVD player

Hi-Fi audio equipment

DVD player with component output

USB storage media

Camcorder

Headphones

Audio system

Camcorder

VCR

Home theatre system with digital input

DVD player

PC (HDMI-output)

Blu-ray disc player

(Continued)

Connecting audio-video equipment (quality order, high to low)

Connect to Connect with Description

4 HDMI IN 1, 2, 3, or 4

HDMI cable Digital video and audio signals are input from the connected

equipment. In addition, when you connect the equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI, communication with the connected equipment is supported. See page 36 to set up this communication. If the equipment has a DVI socket/jack, connect the DVI socket/jack to the HDMI IN 1 socket/jack through a DVI HDMI adaptor interface (not supplied), and connect the equipment’s audio out socket/jack to the PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN socket/jack in the PC IN sockets/jacks. (The PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN socket/jack is used as the audio in socket/jack for both the PC IN and HDMI IN 1 sockets/jacks.)

• Be sure to use only an authorised HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable (high speed type).

• When connecting an audio system that is compatible with control for HDMI, be sure to also connect it to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) socket/jack.

3 / 1 or 2 Component video

cable, audio cable

When using the component video jack 1 as the video jack

3, select “Video 3” in the “Video 3/Component 1 Input”

menu (page 36).

• You cannot use the component video jack 1 and the video jack 3 at the same time.

2 9 1, 1 or 2, and 1 or 2

S-video cable or composite video cable, audio cable

To avoid picture noise, do not connect the camcorder to the video jack 1 and the S video jack 1 at the same time. If you connect a mono equipment, connect to the L (MONO) jack 1 or 2. When using the video jack 1 and audio jack 1 as output jacks, select “Output” in the “Video 1 Input/Output” menu (page 36).

Connecting audio/portable equipment

Connect to Connect with Description

5 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

1 Audio cable You can listen to TV sound on the connected Hi-Fi audio

8 USB USB cable You can enjoy photo/music/video files stored in a Sony

Optical audio cable

You can listen to TV sound on the connected Home theatre system with digital input.

equipment.

digital still camera or camcorder (page 23).

Connecting other equipment

Connect to Connect with Description

6 / PC IN PC cable with

ferrites, audio cable

7 LAN LAN cable You can enjoy the TV’s network features (page 26). 0 i Headphones You can listen to TV sound through headphones.

It is indispensable to use a PC cable with ferrite cores.

Using Optional Equipment

Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment

Turn on the connected equipment, then perform the following operation.

1 Press . 2 Press F/f to select

the desired input source, then press .

To view two pictures simultaneously – Twin Picture/PIP (Picture in Picture)

You can view two pictures (external or PC input and TV programme) on the screen simultaneously. Each time you press , the viewing mode changes cyclically from “Twin Picture,” to “PIP,” to single picture mode.

For PIP mode

1 Press again.

The mode changes from “Twin Picture” to “PIP.” The picture from the connected PC or equipment is displayed in full size and the TV programme is displayed in the bottom right corner. The sub screen picture is framed in gray when the main screen is audible. You can use F/f to move the sub screen position.

2 Press or repeatedly to return to

single picture mode.

• “PC Power Management” (page 30) is not available in PIP mode.

• You can select the TV channel with the number buttons or

For Twin Picture mode

1 Press . (except HDMI (PC) or PC

2 Press or repeatedly to return to

PROG +/–.

input)

The picture from the connected equipment is displayed on the left and the TV programme is displayed on the right. The picture framed in gray is audible.

single picture mode.

Playing back Photo/Music/ Video via USB

You can enjoy photo/music/video files stored in a Sony digital still camera or camcorder through a USB cable or USB storage device on your TV.

1 Connect a supported USB device to the

TV.

2 Press HOME. 3 Press G/g to select “Photo,” “Music,” or

“Video.”

4 Press F/f to select a USB device, then

press .

The file or folder list appears. To display a thumbnail list, press the yellow button while the list is displayed.

5 Press F/f to select a file or folder, then

press .

When you select a folder, select a file, then press . Playback starts.

Photo Playback Auto Start

The TV automatically starts photo playback when the TV is turned on and a digital still camera or other device storing photo files is connected to the USB port then turned on (page 36).

• While the TV is accessing the data on the USB device, observe the following: – Do not turn off the TV or connected USB

device. – Do not disconnect the USB cable. – Do not remove the USB device. The data on the USB device may be damaged.

• Sony will not be held liable for any damage to, or loss of, data on the recording media due to a malfunction of any connected devices or the TV.

• Playback does not start automatically if the TV is turned on after connecting the digital still camera or other device to the USB port.

• USB playback is supported for the following photo file formats: – JPEG (JPEG format files with the extension

“.jpg” and conforming to DCF 2.0 or Exif 2.21)

– RAW (ARW/ARW 2.0 format files with the

extension “.arw.” For preview only.)

• USB playback is supported for the following music file format:

– MP3 (files with the extension “.mp3” that have

not been copyrighted)

• USB playback is supported for the following video file format: – MPEG1 (files with the extension “.mpg”)

• Photo Playback Auto Start works only for photo files in the newest digital still camera folder (DCF-compliant, highest-numbered “DCIM” folder).

• Playback may not start automatically when some digital still cameras (such as cameras with internal memory) are connected.

• The file name and folder name support only English.

• When you connect a Sony digital still camera, set the camera’s USB connection mode to Auto or “Mass Storage.” For more information about USB connection mode, refer to the instructions supplied with your digital camera.

• Check the website below for updated information about compatible USB devices. http://www.sony-asia.com/bravia/flash.html

• Use a USB storage device that is compliant with USB Mass Storage Class standards.

• You can register the background music to be played during a slideshow using (Photo). While playing back music, press OPTIONS, then select “Add to Slideshow,” or while displaying a photograph, press OPTIONS, then select “Music Selection.”

To display a photograph — Picture Frame

You can display a photograph on the screen for a selected period of time. After that period, the TV automatically switches itself into standby mode.

1 Select a photograph (page 23). 2 Press OPTIONS while the selected

photograph is displayed, then press F/f to select “File Options” and press .

3 Press F/f to select “Picture Frame Image”

and press .

4 Press RETURN repeatedly to return to

the Home Menu.

5 Press G/g to select “Photo,” then select

“Picture Frame” and press .

The TV is switched to Picture Frame mode, and the selected photograph is displayed on the screen.

(Continued)

Using Optional Equipment

To set the duration of displaying a photograph

Press OPTIONS, then select “Duration” and press . Then, select the duration, and press . The counter appears on the screen.

To return to the XMB™

Press RETURN.

• If the photograph is selected from a USB device, it must remain connected to the TV.

• If “Sleep Timer” is activated, the TV automatically will switch into standby mode.

To display a photograph with the location on the map

When using a digital still camera with GPS function, it is possible to display a photograph with a map of the location where the photograph was taken using a function of GPS for recording longitude and latitude. Because map information is downloaded from the Internet online map service, the network connection must be required and the TV has to be connected to the network (page 26).

1 Select a photograph (page 23). 2 Press the green/red buttons to zoom in/out

on the map.

To change the display position of the map on the TV screen, press the blue button repeatedly.

4 Press F/f to select the GPS unit, then

press

5 Select the following items using F/f, then

set them using F/f.

–Time Zone –DST

6 Select “Yes,” then press .

The GPS log files are loaded.

7 Disconnect the GPS unit and connect the

device on which the photograph is stored.

8 Select a photograph (page 23). 9 Press the green/red buttons to zoom in/out

on the map.

• Because the Internet online map service is provided by a third party, service may be changed or terminated without prior notification to the user.

• The position indicated on the map may differ depending on the digital still camera.

• Only a large-scale map that cannot be zoomed in or out is displayed if the TV is not connected to the Internet or the Internet online map service is terminated.

• A map can be displayed in the case of photograph’s Exif data includes a date information, and the associated longitude and latitude information (“Log files”) has been recorded using a Sony GPS unit. Follow the procedure described below.

1 Connect the GPS unit to the USB port. 2 Press HOME. 3 Press G/g to select “Photo.”

Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI

The control for HDMI function enables the TV to communicate with the connected equipment that is compatible with the function, using HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). For example, by connecting Sony equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI (with HDMI cables), you can control them together. Be sure to connect the equipment correctly, and make the necessary settings.

Control for HDMI

• Automatically turns the connected

equipment off when you switch the TV to standby mode using the remote.

• Automatically turns the TV on and

switches the input to the connected equipment when the equipment starts to play.

• If you turn on a connected audio system

while the TV is on, the sound output switches from the TV speaker to the audio system.

• Adjusts the volume (2 +/–) and mutes the

sound (%) of a connected audio system.

• You can operate the connected Sony

equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo by the TV remote by pressing:

– N/x/X/m/M to operate the connected

equipment directly.

– SYNC MENU to display the menu of the connected

HDMI equipment on the screen. After displaying the menu, you can operate the menu screen by using F/f/G/g, , colour buttons, and RETURN.

– OPTIONS to display “Device Control,” then select

options from “Options” and “Content List” to operate the equipment.

– Refer to the instruction manual of the equipment for

available control.

• If “Control for HDMI” of the TV is set to

“On,” “Control for HDMI” of the connected equipment is also automatically switched to “On.”

To connect the equipment that is compatible with control for HDMI

Connect the compatible equipment and the TV with an HDMI cable. When connecting an audio system, be sure to also connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack of the TV and the audio system using an optical audio cable. For details, see page 19.

To make the control for HDMI settings

The control for HDMI settings must be set on both the TV side and connected equipment side. See “HDMI Set-up” (page 36) for the TV side settings. For settings on the connected equipment, refer to the operating instructions for that equipment.

Using Optional Equipment

Using Home Network Features

With this TV, you can enjoy contents stored in DLNA-compatible devices on the home network. Devices that store and provide contents, such as photo/music/video files, are called “server.” The TV receives the photo/music/video files from the server via the network, and you can enjoy them on the TV even in other rooms. To enjoy the home network, a DLNAcompatible device is necessary as a server. Confirm available network server on page 27. In addition, when you connect your TV to the Internet, you can enjoy displaying a photograph that shows its location on the map (page 24).

• You will need to contract with an Internet service provider to connect to the Internet.

Connecting to the Network

Network cable (not supplied)

Broadband router

To network devices

Network cable (not supplied)

DSL modem/ Cable modem

Enjoying Photo/Music/ Video Files via the Network

You can enjoy photo/music/video files on the server easily by selecting an icon on the Home Menu of the TV.

1 Press HOME. 2 Press G/g to select “Photo,” “Music,” or

“Video.”

3 Press F/f to select a server, then press .

The file or folder list appears. To display the thumbnail list, press the yellow button while the list is displayed.

When the server cannot be found

See “Checking the Network Connection” (page 27) and “Adjusting the Server Display Settings” (page 28).

4 Press F/f to select a file or folder, then

press .

When you select a folder, select a file, then press . Playback starts.

• A map can be displayed with a photograph in the case of longitude and latitude information has been recorded to photograph’s Exif data (page 24).

• Depending on the network device, it may be necessary to register the TV with the network device.

• Picture quality may appear coarse when using (Photo) because images may be enlarged depending on the file. Also, images may not fill the entire screen depending on the image size and aspect ratio.

• Some photo files may take some time to be displayed when using (Photo).

• To play files that are received from a network device, they need to conform to one of the following file formats: – Still images: JPEG format – Music: MP3 format or linear PCM format – Video: The following file formats stored on the

server: AVCHD, HDV, MPEG2-PS. In some cases, you cannot play files of even these formats.

Internet

Depending on the network device, the file format may be converted before transfer. In such cases, the file format resulting after conversion is used for playback. For details, refer to the instruction manual for the network device being used. Even files conforming to one of the file formats given above cannot be played in some cases.

• Recommended DLNA-compatible devices are following. – VAIO with “VAIO Media Integrated Server ver.

5.0” or later version pre-installed

– VAIO with “VAIO Media plus ver. 1.0/1.1” pre-

installed

Other DLNA device may not work.

• The file name and folder name support only English.

To enjoy photographs, music and videos on the TV screen by operating devices – Renderer

Renderer is a feature for playing photo, music and video files stored in network devices (digital still cameras, mobile phones, etc.) on the TV by operating the controller device in question. To use this feature, a renderercompatible device such as a digital still camera or mobile phone is required as the controller. Refer as well to the instruction manual supplied with the controller.

1 Set “Renderer Function,” “Renderer

Access Control” and “Renderer Set-up” in “Network Settings” if necessary (page 41).

2 Play the file selected using the controller

on the TV.

The file is played on the TV over the connected network. Use the controller or the TV’s remote to perform operations during playback.

Checking the Network Connection

Enter the respective (alphanumeric) values for your router. The items that need to be set may differ, depending on the Internet service provider or the router. For details, refer to the instruction manuals that have been provided by your Internet service provider or supplied with the router.

1 Press HOME. 2 Press G to select “Settings.” 3 Press F/f to select “Network Settings,”

then press .

4 Select “Network,” then press . 5 Select “IP Address Settings,” then press

6 Select an item, and press .

When you select “DHCP (DNS automatic)”

Go to step 7.

When you select “DHCP (DNS manual)”

Set “Primary DNS”/“Secondary DNS” using F/f/g and the number buttons.

When you select “Manual”

Set the following items using F/f/g and the number buttons.

• IP Address

• Subnet Mask

• Default Gateway

• Primary DNS/Secondary DNS

If your ISP has a specific proxy server setting

Press OPTIONS, then press F/f to select “Proxy Set-up” and press . Then enter the settings.

7 Press . 8 Press g to select “Test,” then press . 9 Press G/g to select “Yes,” then press .

The network diagnostic starts. When the message “Connection successful.” appears, press RETURN repeatedly to exit.

• If “Connection successful.” does not appear, see “Troubleshooting” (page 48).

Using Home Network Features

Adjusting the Server Display Settings

You can select home network servers to be displayed on the Home Menu. Up to 10 servers can be displayed on the Home Menu automatically.

1 Set the server to allow connections from

the TV.

For details on settings on the server, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the server.

2 Press HOME. 3 Press G/g to select “Settings.” 4 Press F/f to select “Network Settings,”

then press .

5 Select “Server Display Settings,” then

press .

6 Select the server you want to display on

the Home Menu, then press .

7 Select “Yes,” then press .

If you cannot connect to your home network

The TV can check if the server is being correctly recognised.

1 Press HOME. 2 Press G/g to select “Settings.” 3 Press F/f to select “Network Settings,”

then press .

4 Select “Server Diagnostics,” then press . 5 Select “Yes,” then press .

The server diagnostic starts. When the server diagnostic is complete, the diagnostic result list appears.

6 Select the server you want to confirm,

then press .

The diagnostic results of the selected server appear.

• If the diagnostic results indicate a failure, look up the possible causes and what to do, and check connections and settings. For details, see “Troubleshooting” (page 48).

Using Menu Functions

Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB™

The XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the TV screen. The XMB™ is an easy way to select programmes and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV.

1 Press HOME to display the XMB™.

Media Category Bar

Category Object Bar

2 Press G/g to select the category.

Media category icon Description

Settings You can make advanced settings and adjustments. For details about

settings, see page 30.

Photo You can enjoy photo files via USB devices or the network (page 23,

26).

Music You can enjoy music files via USB devices or the network (page 23,

26).

Video You can enjoy video files via USB devices or the network (page 23,

26).

Digital You can select a digital channel, Digital Favourite List (page 18), or

Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) (page 17).

Analogue You can select an analogue channel or Analogue Favourite List

(page 18). To hide the list of analogue channels, set “Programme List Display” to “Off” (page 37).

External Inputs You can select equipment connected to the TV.

To assign a label to an external input, see “Video Labels” (page 36).

3 Press F/f to select the item, then press . 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. 5 Press HOME to exit.

• The options you can adjust vary depending on the situation.

• Unavailable options are greyed out or not displayed.

Using Menu Functions

TV Settings Menu

System Update

Used to update the TV's system software in the future.

BRAVIA Tips

Introduces how to enjoy the TV.

Clock/Timers

Sleep Timer Sets the TV to automatically switch to standby mode after a certain amount of

On Timer Sets the TV to automatically turn on from standby mode.

Auto Clock Update Switches to digital mode and obtains the time.

Clock Set Allows you to adjust the clock manually.

time. When “Sleep Timer” is activated, the (Timer) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.

• When you turn off the TV and turn it on again, “Sleep Timer” is reset to “Off.”

• When the TV is receiving digital channels, you cannot adjust the clock manually, because the clock automatically receives the time code from the broadcast signal.

Eco

Reset Resets all the “Eco” settings to the factory settings.

Power Saving Reduces power consumption of the TV by adjusting the backlight.

Presence Sensor (for

KDL-46WE5/40WE5 only)

When you select “Picture Off,” the picture is switched off, and the (Picture Off) indicator on the TV front panel lights up in green. The sound remains unchanged.

When no presence is detected in front of TV, the TV switches to picture off mode automatically. Additionally, when no presence is detected after 30 minutes in picture off mode, the TV switches to standby mode.

• Even if a person is in front of the TV, the sensor may work if the person does not move. The sensor may not work when the temperature changes due to the air conditioning, etc.

Idle TV Standby Turns the TV off after it has been kept idle for the preset length of time.

PC Power Management

Switches the TV to standby mode when the TV receives no signal from the PC input source for 30 seconds.

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