Television
Reference Guide
KDL-55W800D / 50W800D / 43W800D
Table of Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Remote Control Parts Description. . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Installing the TV to the Wall . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using your TV's Table-Top Stand as a
Wall-Mount Bracket (except Australia and
New Zealand model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using an Optional Wall-Mount Bracket . . . 18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubles and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Introduction
Thank you for choosi ng this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for fu ture ref erence.
Note
• Before operating the TV, please read “Safety Information”
(page 3).
• Instructio ns about “Installing the TV to the Wall” are included
within this TV’s instructions manual.
• Images an d illustrations used in Startup G uide and this manual
are for reference only and ma y differ from actual p roduct
appearance.
Location of the identification label
Labels for the TV Model No. and Power Supply rating are located
on the rear of the TV.
Labels for the AC ada pter Model No. an d Serial No. are located on
the bottom of the AC adapter.
Notice for customers in Thailand
This telecommunication equi pment conforms to NTC technical
requirement.
Notes for Australia and New Zealand model
This product is ENERGY RATING qualified in the default mode.
ENERGY RATING is a programme designed to promote energy
efficient products and p ractices.
• When the TV is initially set up, it is designed to meet ENERGY
RATING requirement s while main taining optim um picture
quality.
• Changes to cer tain features, settings and functi onalities of this
TV (e.g. TV Guide, Picture/Sound, Eco setting) can slightly
change the power consumption.
Depending upon suc h changed settings (e.g. S hop mode), the
power consumption may vary which possibly could exceed the
stated energy rating.
To reset the TV to ENERGY RATING qualified settings, compl ete
the initial set-up procedure in [Initial se tup] under the settings
menu.
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Safety Information
Screw (supplied with the
Wall-Mount Bracket)
Mounting Hook (Stand)
5 mm
Screw (supplied with the
Wall-Mount Bracket)
Wall-Mount Bracket
10-12 mm
30 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
30 cm
10 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
6 cm
Air circulation is blocked.
Wall Wall
WARN ING
Batteries must not be expose d to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
Never place a television set in an unstable locati on. A television
set may fall, causing ser ious personal injur y or death. Many
injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple
precautions such as:
Using cabi nets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of
the television set.
Only using furn iture that can sa fely support the television set.
Ensuri ng the television set is not over hanging the edge of the
supporting furniture.
Not plac ing the television set on tall furniture (for example,
cupboards or bookcases) w ithout anchoring both the furniture
and the television set to a suitable support.
Not plac ing the television set on cloth or other materials that
may be located between the television set and supporting
furniture.
Educating c hildren about the dangers of climbing on furniture
to reach the television se t or its controls.
If your existing television set is b eing retained and relocated, the
same considerations as above should be app lied.
Installation/Set-up
Install and use the TV s et in accordance with the instruction s
below in order to avoid any risk of fire, electric shock or damage
and/or in juries.
Installation
• The TV se t should be insta lled near an easily accessible AC
power outlet (mains socket).
• Pla ce the TV set on a stable, leve l surface to avoid it from falling
down and cause pe rsonal injury or dam age to the TV.
• Only qualified service personnel should carry out Wall-Mount
Bracket installations.
• For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that yo u use
Sony accessories, includ ing:
Wall-Mou nt Bracket (Supplied) (except Australia and New
Zealand)
Wall-Mou nt Bracket SU-WL450
• Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket
when attaching the Mo unting Hooks (Stand)/Wall-Mo unt
Bracket to the TV set. The sup plied screws are designed as
indicated by illustration wh en measured from the attaching
surface of the Mounting Hooks (Stand)/Wall-Mount Bracket.
The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the
Wall-Mount Bracket model.
Use of screws other than t hose supplied may result in internal
damage to the TV se t or cause it to fall, etc.
Wall-Mount Bracket (Supplied)
Tran spo rti ng
• Before transpor ting the TV set, disconnect all cables.
• Two or three people are needed to transport a large TV set.
• When transpo rting the TV set by hand , hold it as shown below.
Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the
screen.
• When transpo rting the TV set, do not s ubject it to jolts or
excessive vibration.
• When transpo rting the TV set for repairs o r when moving, pa ck
it using the original carton and packing material.
Ventilation
• Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the
cabin et.
• Leave space around the TV set as shown below.
• It is strongly recomme nded that you use a Sony Wall-Mo unt
Bracket in order to provide adequate air circulation.
Installed on the wall
Installed with stand
• To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection of dirt or
dust:
Do not la y the TV set flat, install up side down, backwards, or
sideways.
Do not pla ce 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 n ot install the T V set as shown below.
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Wall-Mou nt Bracket SU-WL450
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AC power cord (mains lead)
Handle the AC power cord (mai ns lead) and outlet (main s socket)
as follows in order to avoi d any risk of fire, electric shoc k or
damage and/or injuries:
The shape of AC power plug (mains plug), which is supplied
with the TV set, varies depending on the regions. Be sure to
connect the appropriate suppli ed AC power cord (mains lead)
with the plug that fits into th e AC power outlet (mains so cket).
Use only Sony supplied AC power cords (mains lead), not those
of other brands.
Insert the plug fully into the AC power outlet (mains socket).
Operate the TV set on a 100 V-240 V AC supply only.
When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the AC power cord
(mains lead) for yo ur safety and take care not to catch your feet
on the cables.
Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the AC power
outlet (mains socket) before working on or moving the TV set.
Keep the AC po wer cord (mains lead) away from heat sources.
Unplug the AC power plug (mains plug) and clean it regularly. If
the plug is covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its
insulation may deterio rate, which could result in a fire.
Note
• Do not use the s upplied AC power cord (mai ns lead) on any
other equipment.
• Do not pinch, bend, or twist the AC power cord (m ains lead)
excessively. The core conductors may be exposed or broken.
• Do not modify the AC power cord (mains lead).
• Do not put anythi ng heavy on the AC power cord (mains lead).
• Do not pull on th e AC power cord (mains lead) itse lf when
disconnecting the AC power cord (mains lead).
• Do not connect to o many appliances to the sam e AC power
outlet (m ains so cket).
• Do not use a po or fitting AC power outlet (mains socket).
NOTE ON AC ADAPTER
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
apparat us to rain or m oistu re.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vas es, on the apparatus.
Do not install this equipm ent in a confined space, suc h as a
bookshelf or similar unit.
• Please ensu re that the AC power outlet (mai ns socket) is
installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter and AC power cord
(mains lead). Other wise it may cause a mal function.
• Connect the AC ad apter to an easily accessible AC pow er outlet
(mains socket).
• Do not coil the AC power cord (m ains lead)
around the AC adapter. The core wire may
be cut and/or it ma y cause a malfunction
of the TV.
• Do not touch the AC adapter with wet hands.
• If you notice an ab normality in the AC adapte r, disconnect it
from the AC power outlet (m ains socket) immediately.
• The set is not dis connected from the AC source as long as it is
connected to the AC power outl et (mains socket), ev en if the set
itself has been turned off.
• As the AC adapter w ill become warm when it is used for a long
time, you may feel hot when touching it by hand.
Prohibited Usage
Do not install/use the TV s et in locations, environments or
situations such as t hose listed below, or the TV set ma y
malfunction and cau se a fire, electric shock, dama ge and/or
injuries.
Locations:
• Outdoors (in d irect sunlight), at the seashore, on a sh ip or other
vessel, inside a vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable
locations, near water, rain, moisture or s moke.
Environments:
• Places that are hot, hu mid, or excessively dusty; where insects
may enter; where it mig ht be exposed to mechani cal 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 va ses, shall be placed on th e TV.
Situations:
• Use when yo ur hands are wet, with the cabinet removed, or
with attachments no t recommended by the manufac turer.
Disconnect the TV set from AC power outlet (mains socket) and
antenna (aerial) during lightning storms.
• Install the TV s o that it sticks out into an
open space. Injury or damage from a
person or object bumping into the TV
may result.
• Pla ce the TV in a humid or dusty spa ce,
or in a room with oily smoke or steam
(near cooking tables or humidifiers).
Fire, electric shock, or warping may
result.
• Install the TV in places subject to extreme temperature, such as
in direct sunlight, near a radiator or a he ating vent. The TV may
overheat in such condition s which can cause deformation of the
enclosure and/or TV malfunction.
• If the TV is placed in the changing room of
a public bath or hot spring, the TV may be
damaged by airborne sulphur, etc.
• For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct
illumination or sunlight.
• Avoid moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area. Sudden
room temperature changes ma y cause moisture condensation .
This may cause the TV to show poor picture and/or poor colour.
Should this occur, allow mo isture to evaporate completely
before powering the TV on.
Broken pieces:
• Do n ot throw anything at the TV set. T he screen glass may break
by the impact and cause serious injury.
• If the surface of th e TV set cracks, do not touch it until yo u have
unplugged the AC power cord (mains lead). Otherwise electric
shock may result.
When not in use
• If you will not be using the TV set for seve ral days, the TV set
should be disconnected from the AC power (mains) for
environmental and safety reasons.
• As the TV s et is not disconnected from the AC powe r (mains)
when the TV set is just turned off, pull the plug from the AC
power outlet (mains socket) to disconnect the TV set
completely.
• However, some T V sets may have features that requi re the TV
set to be left in standby to w ork correctly.
For children
• Do not allow children to climb on the T V set.
• Keep small accessorie s out of the reach of children, so that they
are not mistakenly swallowe d.
If the following problems occur...
Turn off the T V set and unplug the AC pow er cord (mains lead)
immediately if any of the following pro blems occur.
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by
qualified service personnel.
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When:
Stand Stand
AC power cord (mains lead) is damaged.
Poor fitting o f AC power outlet (mains socket).
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.
About LCD Monitor Temperature
When the LCD Monitor is used for an extended period, the panel
surrounds become warm. You may feel hot wh en touching there
by the hand.
WALL-MOUNT BRACKET
Below information show s the correct handling of the Wall-Mount
Bracket. Be sure to read this information thoroughl y and use the
Wall-Mount Bracket correctly.
To C u sto mer s:
Be sure to observe the following precautions for safety to prevent
a serious injury through fire, electric shock, the product toppling
over, or the product dropping.
• Be sure to subcontract th e installation to licensed contractors
and keep small children aw ay during installation.
• Be sure to subcontract m oving or dismounting of the TV to
licensed contractors.
• Do not remove screw s, etc., after mounting the TV.
• Do not make alterations to the parts of the Wall-Mount Bracket.
• Do not mount any equipment other th an the specified product.
• Do not apply any load other than the TV on the Wall-Mount
Bracket.
• Do not lean on or hang from the TV.
• Do not hand le the TV with excessive force during cleaning or
maintenance.
To Sony Dealers and Contractors:
The following instructions are for Sony dealers and contractors
only. Be sure to read safety precautions described below and pay
special attention to safety duri ng the installation, mainte nance
and checking of this prod uct.
• When handli ng or mounting the TV set, hold it on the sides. Do
not lift the TV by the Stand .
• Do not install the Wall- Mount Bracket on
wall surfaces where the corners or the
sides of the TV are protruding away from
the wall surface.
• Do not install the TV over or under an air
conditione r.
• Be sure to install th e Wall-Mount Bracket
securely to the wall following the
instructio ns in this instruction manual. If any
of the screws are loose or fall out, the WallMount Bracket may fall and cause i njury or
property damage.
• Be sure to use the supplied screws and
attachment par ts properly following the
instructio ns given in th is instruction m anual.
If you use substitute ite ms, the TV may fall
and cause bodily injury to someone or damage to the TV.
• Be sure to assemble the bracket properly following the
instructed procedure explain ed in this in struction m anual.
• Be sure to tighte n the screws securely in the desi gnated
position.
• Be careful not to s ubject the TV to shock du ring installation.
• Be su re to install the TV on a wall that is both perpendicular and
flat.
• After proper installation of the TV, secure the cables properly.
• Do not allow th e AC power cord (mains
lead) or the connecting cables to be
pinched as the internal conductors m ay
become exposed and cause a short
circuit or an electrical break.
Precautions
Viewing the TV
• Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain,
fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images or playing
stereoscopic 3D games. Sony recommends that all viewers take
regular breaks while watching 3D vi deo images or playing
stereoscopic 3D games. The length and frequency of necessary
breaks will vary from person to person. You must decide what
works best. If you experience any discomfort, you should stop
watching the 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D
games until the discomfort ends; consult a doctor if you believe
necessary. You should also review (i) the instruction m anual of
any other device or media u sed with this television an d (ii) our
website (http://www.sony-asia.com/support) for the latest
information. The vision of young children (especially those
under six years old) is still unde r development. Consult your
doctor (such as a paediatrician or eye doctor) before allowing
young children to watch 3D vid eo images or play stereoscopic
3D games. A dults should superv ise young children to en sure
they follow th e recommendations listed above.
• Do not use, store, or l eave the 3D Glasses o r battery near a fire,
or in places with a high temperature, e.g., in direct sunlight, or
in sun-heated cars.
• View the TV in mode rate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or
during long period of tim e, strains your eyes.
• When usin g headphones, adj ust the volume so as to a void
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 m ay 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 m oments.
• The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use. This
is not a malfunction.
• The LCD screen contai ns a small amount of liquid crys tal. Follow
your local ordinances and regulatio ns for disposal.
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Handling and cleaning the screen surface/
cabinet of the TV set
Be sure to unplug the AC powe r cord (mains lead) connected to
the TV set from AC power ou tlet (mains socket) before clean ing.
To avoid material degradation or screen coatin g degradation,
observe the following precautions.
• To remove dust from the sc reen surface/cabinet, wipe gently
with a soft cloth. If dus t is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.
• Never spray water or de tergent directly on
the TV set. It may drip to th e bottom of the
screen or exterior parts and enter the TV set,
and may cause dama ge to the TV set.
• Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner,
scouring powder, or volatile so lvent, such as alcohol , benzene,
thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining
prolonged contact with rub ber or vinyl materials may result in
damage to the screen sur face and cabinet material.
• Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings is
recommended to ensure to p roper ventilation.
• When adju sting the angle of the TV s et, move it slowly so as to
prevent the TV set from m oving or slipping off f rom its table
stand.
Optional Equipment
Keep optional components or any equipment emitting
electromagnetic radiation awa y from the TV set. Other wise
picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.
Wireless Function of the unit
• Do not operate this unit near medical equipment (pacemaker,
etc.), as malfunction of the medical equipment may result.
• Although this unit transmits/receives scrambled signals, be
careful of unauthorised interception. We cannot be responsible
for any trouble as a result.
Caution about handling the remote control
• Observe th e correct polarity when inserting batteri es.
• Do not use different ty pes of batteries together o r mix old and
new batteries.
• Dispose o f batteries in an environmentall y friendly way. Certain
regions may regulate the d isposal of batteries. Pleas e consult
your local autho rity.
• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it,
or spill liquid of any kind onto it.
• Do no t place the remote control in a location n ear a heat source,
a place subject to direct sun light, or a damp room.
WALL-MOUNT BRACKET
• If you use the TV installed on the Wall-Mount Bracket for a long
time, the wall behin d or above the T V may become discolo ured
or the wallpaper m ay come unglued, depending on the m aterial
of the wall.
• If the Wall-Mount Bracket is remov ed after installing it on the
wall, the screw hol es remain.
• Do not use the Wall-Mount Bracket in a place where it is
subjected to mechanical vibration.
Disposal of the TV set
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
the European Union and other
European countries with sepa rate
collection systems)
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in Republic of India)
This symbol and it s variations indicate that this
product and its components, consumables,
parts or spares the reof shall not be treated as
household waste and may not be dropped in
garbage bins. Product ow ners are advised to
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Your
co-operation shall facilitate proper disposal and help prevent
potential negative consequence s/hazards to the environment
and human health, whi ch could otherwise be caused by
inappropria te waste disposa l including improper handling,
accidental breakage, damage and/or improper recycling of ewaste. The recycling of material s will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed information ab out recycling of this
product, please contact your local civic office, your ho usehold
waste disposal service provider or the store where you made the
purchase. You may contact our company’s toll free number in
India for assistance.
Toll Free: 1800-103-7799
Visit: www.sony.co.in for product recyclin g
deposit their product at th e nearest collection
Reduction in the Use of Hazardous Substances
in Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in Republic of India)
This product and its com ponents, consumabl es, parts or
spares comply with the haz ardous substances restriction o f
India’s E-Waste (Management) Rules. The maximum allowable
concentrations of the rest ricted substances are 0.1% by weight
in homogenous materials for Lead, Mercury, Hexavalent
Chromium, Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) and
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE), and 0.01% by weight
in homogenous materials for Cadmium, except for the
exemptions specified in Schedule II of the aforesaid Rules.
ATTENTION:
This product is qualified for the BEE Star rating in the ‘Home’
Mode.
The Objec tives of Star La beling Program is designed to
promote energy efficient products and practices.
When the te levision is in itially set u p, it is design ed to meet
the BEE Star Labeling requirements while maintaining
optimum picture quality.
• Changes to certain functionalities of this television (TV
Guide, Picture/sound etc) may change the power
consumption.
• Depending upon such changed setti ng (eg., Retail mode),
the power consumpti on may vary which p ossibly could
exceed the stated energy consumption.
To reset the television to Star rating qualified settin gs, select
‘Home’ mode from the initial set-up procedure in ‘factory
settings’ under the ‘Set-up’ me nu.
* Attention statement is subject matter of BEE, and
applicable if functions is available. For “Factory
Settings”, go to “Customer Support” menu.
** ”Home mode” conditions are as per BEE guideline
only.
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Parts and Controls
TV
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Controls and Indicators
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Remote Control sensor*1 /
Light sensor*
3D Sync Transmitter*
The Illumination LED lights up or blinks
according to the status of the TV.
•White
When turning on the TV/picture off
mode/software update, etc.
•Cyan
When connecting with a mobile device
wirelessly.
•Pink*
Recording mode.
•Amber
Timer is set.
1
/ Illumination LED /
1
2
(Power)
CH +/- (Channel)
+/- (Volume)
TV
Switch to a TV channel or input from other
applications.
(Input select)
Display and select the input source.
*1 Do not place anything near the sensor.
*2 Only on limited region/country/TV model.
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Inputs and Outputs
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VIDEO IN 2, / COMPONENT IN
• For a composite connection:
Use VIDEO IN 2, and (L/R) of /
COMPONENT IN*
• For a component connection:
Use Y, P
B, PR, and (L/R).
1
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HDMI 3 AUDIO IN
For HDMI 3 analogue audio connection.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)
LAN
CABLE/ANTENNA
Connect to your cable or antenna (aerial).
/ VIDEO IN 1
For a composite connection, use the
supplied analogue extension cable*
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USB 1/2
• Connecting a large USB device may
interfere with other connected devices
beside it.
• When connecting a large USB device,
connect to the USB 1 socket.
HDMI IN 2/3/4
•If the device has a DVI jack (socket),
connect it to HDMI IN 3 through a DVI HDMI adaptor interface (not supplied),
and connect the device's audio out jacks
(sockets) to HDMI 3 AUDIO IN.
• If connecting a digital audio system that is
compatible with Audio Return Channel
(ARC) technology, use HDMI IN 4. If not, an
additional connection with DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary.
AUDIO OUT /
To listen to the TV's sound through the
connected equipment, press HOME. Select
[Settings] [Sound] [Headphone/
Audio out] and then select the desired item.
HDMI IN 1/MHL
You can connect your MHL (Mobile Highdefinition Link) device using an HD quality
MHL cable.
*1 When connecting mono equipment, connect to the
L(MONO) audio jack.
*2 Only on limited region/country/TV model.
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Using Remote Control
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Remote Control Parts Description
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/ (Input select/Text hold)
In TV mode: Display and select the input
source.
In Text mode: Hold the current page.
SYNC MENU*1
Display the BRAVIA Sync Menu.
(TV standby)
Turn on or turn off the TV (standby mode).
DIGITAL/ANALOG
Switch between digital and analogue mode.
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EXIT
Return to the previous screen or exit from
the menu. When an Interactive Application
service is available, press to exit from the
service.
FOOTBALL*1
Turn Live Football Mode on or off (when the
feature is available).
Number buttons
(Text)
Display text information.
Colour buttons
Execute corresponding function at that time.
/ (Info/Text reveal)*1
Display information.
NETFLIX
Access the “NETFLIX” online service.
*1
HELP
Display Help Menu.
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