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Digital Video
Broadcasting
KDL-46S2000 KDL-46S2010
KDL-40S2000 KDL-40S2010
KDL-32S2000 KDL-32S2010
KDL-32S2020 KDL-26S2000
KDL-26S2010 KDL-26S2020
Operating Instructions
Before operating the TV, please read the "Safety
information" section of this manual.
Retain this manual for future reference.
RAVlA
© 2006 Sony Corporation
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NOTICEFOR
CUSTOMERSINTHE
UNITEDKINGDOM
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this
equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 13
AMP fuse appruved by ASTA ur BSI to BS 1362 (i.e..
marked with @ or _) must be used.
When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted
with a 13 AMP FUSE. utherwise the circuit should be
protected by a 13 AMP FUSE at the distribution board.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse
cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the
fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should
luse the fuse cover, please coutact your nearest Suuy service
station.
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver. :rod
replace Ihe fuse.
Thank you t_r choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Trademark information
• _ is a regislered tmdem:.rk of the DVB Prujecl
• Manufactured under license from BBE Sound. Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound. Inc. under one or more uf the
following US patents: 5510752. 5736897. BBE and BBE
symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound. Inc.
• TruSurruund XT. SRS and (O) symbol are trademarks of
SRS Labs. Inc.
TruSurruund XT technology is incorporated under license
from SRS Labs. Inc.
"F..li 2Bm| ,D I,m,DMllogu .ud
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks uf
HDMI Licensing, LLC.
• The illuslralious used in this manual are of Ihe KDL-
32S20(XI/KDL-32S2010/KDL-32S2(120 unless otherwise
stale.
High-Deliuitieu Mullimedia
• To prevent the risk uf electric shock, if the mains lead or
plug is damaged, do not insert the plug into the mains
socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and should be
destroyed.
• To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, du not expose
the TV set tu rain or moisture.
• Dangerously high voltages are present inside the TV set.
Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
persomml only.
• Any funcliuus relaled lu Digilal TV (_3) will only
work in countries or areas where DVB-T/MPEG2) digital
terrestrial signals are broadcasted. Please confirm with
your local dealer if you can receive a DVB-T signal where
you live.
• Although this TV set follows DVB-T specifications.
compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial
broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.
• Some Digital TV flmctious may not be available in some
countries.
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Table of Contents
Safety information ..................................................................................................................... 7
Precautions ............................................................................................................................. 10
Overview of the remote ........................................................................................................ 11
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators ........................................................................ 12
Watching TV ............................................................................................................................ 13
Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) _ ............................................. 16
Using the Favourite list _ .................................................................................................. 18
Viewing pictures from connected equipment .......................................................................... 19
Navigating through menus ...................................................................................................... 20
Picture menu ........................................................................................................................... 21
Sound menu ............................................................................................................................ 23
Screen menu ........................................................................................................................... 25
Set-up menu ............................................................................................................................ 26
PC Settings menu ................................................................................................................... 28
Analogue Set-up menu (Analogue mode only) ....................................................................... 29
Digital Set-up menu _ ....................................................................................................... 31
Connecting optional equipment ............................................................................................... 33
Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 36
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................... 38
Index ....................................................................................................................................... 40
: for digital channels only

1: Checkingthe
2:Connectinganaerial/
accessories
RemoteRM-ED005 (1)
SizeAAbatteries(R6 type) (2)
Mains lead (TypeBF) (1)
Coaxialcable(1)
Cableholder(1)
Supportbelt(1)andscrews(2)
To insertbatteriesinto the remote
VCR
Connectinganaerialonly
Mains lead (supplied)
Connectingan aerial and VCR
Notes
• Observe tile correct pol:_rity when iuserting batteries.
• Oisp°se °f batteries in an euvir°nmentally frieudly way"
Certain regions may regulate disposal of the battery.
Please consult your local authority.
• Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old
and new batteries.
• 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 locatio_ near aheat source, or
in a place subject to direct sunlight, or in a damp room.
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Mains lead
(supplied)
RF lead
(not supplied)
Scart lead
VCR

3: Bundlingthe cables
5: Selectingthe
languageandcountry/
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4: PreventingtheTV
fromtopplingover
0
0
region
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1
2
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Connect the TV to your mains socket (220-
240V AC, 50Hz).
2
Press (_ on the TV (top side),
When you switch ou the TV for tire first time, the
Language menu appears on the screen.
When the TV is in standby mode (the (_) (standby)
indicator on the TV (front) is red), press |/Q) on
the remote to switch on the TV.
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3
Press #/_ to select the language
displayed on the menu screens, then press
G,
4 Press #1_ to select the country/region in
which you will operate the TV, then press
G.
If the country/region in which yon want to use the
TV does not appear in the list, select "-" instead of
a country/region.
The message confirming the TV start auto-tuning
appears on the screen, then go to "6: Auto-tuning
the TV".
Before you start auto-tuning the TV, insert
a pre-recorded tape into the VCR
connected to the TV (page 4) and start play
back.
The video channel will be located and stored on
the TV during auto-tuning.
If no VCR is connected to the TV, this procedure
is not required. Go to step 2.
2
Select "OK", then press @,
The TV starts searching l\_r all available digital
channels, followed by all available analogue
channels. This may take some time, please be
patient and do not press any buttons on the TV or
renlote.
If a message appears for you to confirm the aerial
connections
No digital or analogue channels were found.
Check all the aerial connections and press @ to
start auto-tuning again.
3
When the Programme Sorting menu
appears on the screen, follow the steps of
"Programme Sorting" (page 29).
If yon do not wish to change the order in which the
analogue channels are stored on the TV, go to step
4.
4
Press MENU to exit.
The TV has nov`' tuned in all the avaihtble
channels.
6: Auto-tuningthe TV
The TV will nov,, search for and store all available TV
channels.
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Safetyinformation
Mainslead
• Unplug tile mainslead
when moving the TV
set. Do not move tile
TV set with tile mains
lead plugged in. It may
damage tile mains lead
attd result in fire or electric shock.
• If you damage tile mains lead. it may
Do not pinch, bend. or P_vistthe
mailts lead excessively. Tile core _ &
result in fire or electric shock. S, _
couductors may be exposed or
broken, causing a short-circuit.
which may cause fire or electric F--_'='-_ ]
shock.
Do not modify or damage tile mains
lead.
Do not pul anything heavy on tile
mains lead. Do not pull the mains
lead.
Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.
Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the mains
lead.
• If the mains lead is damaged, stop using it attd ask your
dealer or Sony service centre to exchange it.
• Do not use tile supplied mains lead on any other
equipmeut.
• Use only :m original Sony mains lead. not other brands.
Mains lead/cable protection
Pull out the m:uus lead/c:dqe b_
the plug. Do not pull on tile mains
lea{Vcable itself.
Mains
Do not use a poor fitting nmius socket. Insert
the plug fully into the mains socket. A poor
fit may cause arcing attd result in fire.
Contact your electrician to have the mains
socket changed.
For the TV set with a three-wire
grounding type AC mains plug
This TV set must be connected to anAC mains socket with a
protective earthiug connection.
Observe the following when installing tile
TV el uiu e a x_all-mount bracket. If you do
Optionalaccessories
S S t_ '
nol do so. the TV set may fall and cause
serious ii!iury.
• It is strongly recommended that you use Sony accessories
for safety reasons:
KDL-46S2000/KDL-46S2010/KDL-40S2000/
KDL-40S2010:
Wall-nlount bracket SU-WL51
KDL-32S2000/KDL-32S2010/KDL-32S2020/
KDL-26S2000/KDL-26S2010/KDL-26S2020:
Wall-nlount bracket SU-WL31
• It is strongly recomumuded that you use tile official Sony
wall-mount bracket to allow adequate air circulation and
to avoid dust build up around the TV. wall and ceiling.
• Secure the TV set properly, following the instructions
supplied with your wall-mount bracket when installing tile
TV set.
Installation
• If tile TV set is to be iust:dled on
a wall. have the installation
carried out by qualified service
umu. hnproper installation may
render the TV set unsafe.
• The TV should be installed near an easily accessible mains
socket.
Medical institutions
Do not place thisTVsetinaplace I[-_ [[ I I
where medical equipmeul is in
use. It may cause malfunction of
umdical inslruumnts.
Carrying
• Before carding the TV set. disconnect
all the cables from the TV set.
• When you carry the TV set by hand,
hold the TV set as illustrated on the
right. If you do not do so. the TV set
may fall and be damaged or cause
serious it!jury. If the TV set has been
dropped or damaged, have it checked
immediately by, qualified service
personneh
• When transporting it. do not subject the
TV set to jolts or excessive vibration. The TV set may fall
and be damaged or cause serious miury.
• When you carry the TV set in for repair or when you move
it, pack it using the original carton attd packing materiah
• Carrying the TV set requires two or more people.
Ventilation
• Never cover the venlilation _-._:-_._:i_.,..
holes in tile cabiuel. It may
cause overheating and result in
fire.
• Unless proper ventilation is provided, the TV set may
gather dust attd get dirty. For proper ventilation, observe
the following:
Do not install the TV set turned backwards or sideways.
Do not install the TV set turned over or upside down.
Do not install tile TV set on a shelf or in a closet.
Do not place tile TV set on a rug or bed.
Do not cover the TV set with cloth, such as curtains, or
items such as newspapers, etc.
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• Leave soule space around tile TV set. Otherwise air-
circulation may be inadequate and cause overheating,
which may cause fire ur damage to the TV set.
Leave at least this much space.
• When installiug the TV set oil tile wall. leave at least
10 cm space lhom the bottom, and at least 5.5 cm between
the back of the TV set and the walh
• Never install the TV set as follows:
Air circulation Air circulation
is blocked, is blocked.
all
Ventilation holes
Do nut insert an?thing ill tile veutilation
holes. If metal or liquid is inserted ill these
holes, it may result ill fire ur electric shock.
i15cm
• Do not luuch tile maius lead and the TV ,_,
setwith wet hmlds. Doing soumYc'ause d_ _'
electric shock or daumge tu tile TV set. __._
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Moisture and flammable objects
• Do not let this TV set gel wet. Never k,j-q%:,,
spill liquid uf any kind un rite TV sel. " )_t 5:i
If any liquid or solid object does fall
through upeniugs in the cabinet, du I I _ _'/_ II
not operate fire TV set. It may result in Ik IH
electric shuck or danmge Io tile TV set. _ I1
Have it checked imuledialely by
qualified service persouneh
• To prevent fire. keep flaulmable objects (candles. etc.) and
electric bulbs away lhum the TV set.
0ils
Do not install this TV set in restaurants that use uih Dust
absorbing oil may enter and damage the TV set.
Fall
not hang anything un tile TV sel. If you do.
Place Ihe TV set on a secure, slable stand. Do _i
tile TV sel may fall front Ihe stand ur wall- i_
mount bracket, causing damage ur seriuus
iI!iury.
Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.
Vehicleor ceiling
Do not install thisTV set in:. _ _ x_
vehicle. The motion of the vehicle
may cause the TV set to fall down
and cause ii!iury. Do nul hang this
TV set frmn the ceiling.
Ships and other vessels
Do not install this TV set on a ship
or other vessel. If the TV set is
exposed to seawater, it may cause
fire ur damage the TV set.
Placement
• Never pl:,.'e the TV set in hot. huu/id
or excessively dusty places.
• Do not install the TV set where
insects may enter.
• Do not install tile TV set where it
may be exposed to mechanical vibration.
• Place the TV set on a stable, level surface.
Otherwise. the TV set may fall and cause
injury.
• Do not install tile TV set ill a location
where it may protrude, such as on or
behind a pillar, ur where you might bump
your head on it. Otherwise. it may result
in il_jury.
Waterandmoisture _--_-_c_-'-_"-_>,
for example, near a balhtub or
shower rOOIU. Also du not expose
to rain. muismre or smoke. This
may result ill fire or electric shuck.
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Outdooruse
• Do not expose the TV set to
direct sunlight. Tile TV set may
heat up and this may result in
damage to the TV set.
• Do not install this TV set
outduors.
Wiring
• Unphlgtheul:dnslead_qlen_iringc:dqes. Whenhookiug
up, be sure to unphlg tile mains lead for your safety.
• Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may
damage the TV set.
Cleaning
• Unplug the ulains le:<l "_hen cle:ming the
mains plug and this TV set. If you do not.
it may result in electric shuck.
• Clean the mains plug regularly. If the
plug is covered with dust and it picks up
moisture, its insulation may deteriurate
and result in fire.

Lightning storms
For your own safety, do not touch any __
part of the TV set. mnius lead. or
aerial lead during ]ighming slorms.
Damagerequiringservice
If tile surface of tile TV set cracks, do not touch it until you
have unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock
may result.
Servicing
Do not open the cabiuet. Eutr/lsl the __
TV sel to qualified service personnel
only.
Smallaccessoriesremovaland
fittahle
Keep accessories out of children's reach. If they are
swallowed, choking or suffocation may occur. Call a doctor
immediately.
Do not throw anything at the TV set. The
screen glass may break by,the impact and
Brokenpieces
cause serious il_jury.
Whennotinuse
For enx ironmental and safety
reasons, it is recommended that
the TV set is not left in standby
when unused. Disconnect froul
the mains. However, some TV
sets may have features which need the TV set to be left in
standby to work correctly. The instructions in this manual
will ilff()rm you if this applies.
Viewing the TV
• To vie'_ the TV comfortnbly, the recommended viewing
position is from four to seven times the screen's vertical
length away from the TV set.
• View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor
light strains your eyes. Watching the screen continuously
for long periods of time can also strain your eyes.
• If the augle of the TV set is to be atliusted, steady the base
of the stand with your hand to prevent the TV set from
becoming separated from the stand. Be careful not to get
your fingers caught between the TV set and the stand.
Volume adjustment
• At[just the vohnne so :is not to trouhle your neighbours.
Sound carries very easily at night time. Therefore, closing
the windows or using headphones is suggested.
• When using headphones, at!just the volume so as to avoid
excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.
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This TV set is designed to operate on c(_>_s _\::i::
a
220 240 V AC supply' only. Take _ t_
care i'lo| [1) COi_luec1 too [ilai'ly
appli:mces to the same mains socket
as this could result in fire or electric
shock.
Heat
Do not touch the surface of the TV set. It remains hot, even
after the TV set has been turned off for some time.
Corrosion
If you use this TV set near the seashore, salt may corrode
metal parts of the TV set and cause internal damage or fire.
It may also shorten the life of the TV set. Steps should be
taken to reduce the humidity and moderate the temperature
of the area where the TV set is located.
Handling
• When lifting the TV set 1)1"moving the
panel of the TV set, hold it firmly from the
bottom.
• For the KDL-46S2000/KDL-
46S2010. when lifting or moving the
TV, be sure to hold the panel firmly
as illustrated. Place your palm
directly under the panel, from the
rear of the TV.
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Precautions
LCDScreen
• Although tile LCD screen is made "_ith highqn'ecision
technology and 99.99% or morn of the pixels are effective.
black dots may appear or bright points of light (red. blue.
or greeu/may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This
is a slructuml property of the LCD panel and is not a
malfunction.
• Do not expose tile LCD screen surface to the sun. Doing
so nmy damage the screen surface.
• Do not push or scratch tile front filter, or place ot!jects on
top of this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD
panel 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. Tlmse phenomena
disappear as the tmnperature rises.
• Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed
continuously. It may disappear alter a few monmnts.
• The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in
use. This is not a malfunction.
• The LCD contains a small amount of liquid crystal and
mercury. The fluorescent tube used in this TV set also
contains mercury. Follow your local ordinances and
regulations for disposah
Fluorescentlamp
This TV set uses a special lluorescent hunp as its light
source. If tile screen image becomes dark. flickers, or does
not appear, the fluorescent lamp has worn out and the LCD
screen should be replaced. For replacement, consult qualified
service personnel.
Installing the IV set
• Do not install tile TV set in places subject to extrenm
temperature, for example in direct sunlight, or near a
radiator, or heating vent. If the TV set is exposed to
extrmne temperature, the TV set may overheat and cause
deformatiou of the casing or cause the TV set to
malfunction.
• The TV set is not disconnected from the mains when the
TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set
completely, pull the plug from the mains.
• To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct
ilhunination or direct sunlight. If possible, use spot
lighting directed down from the ceiling.
• Do not install optional components too close to the TV set.
Keep optional components at least 30 cm away from tile
TV set. If a VCR is installed in front of tile TV set or
beside the TV set. tile picture may become distorted.
• Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the TV
set is positioned in close proximity to any equipment
mnitting electromagnetic radiation.
Handlingandcleaningthescreensurface/cabinetof
the TV set
To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation.
observe the following precautions.
• Do not push on the screen, scratch it with a hard object, or
throw anything at it. The screen nmy be damaged.
• Do not touch the display panel alter operating the TV set
continuously lk_ra hmg period as the display panel
becomes hot.
• We recommend that the screen surface be touched as little
as possible.
• To remove dust Dom 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 solvenL such as alcohol
benzene, thim_er 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.
• The ventilation holes can accumulate dust uver time. To
ensure proper ventilation, we recoulmend removiug tile
dust periodically (once a moulh) using a vacuum cleaner.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on tile product or on
its packaging indicates thai this
product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable
collection point for tile recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this
product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences lk_rtile euviromnent and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling
of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For morn
detailed information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
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Overview ofthe remote
O I/_ -TV standby
Switches off the TV temporarily and on frmu standhy mode.
O A/B - Dual Sound (page 24)
O Coloured buttons
• In digital mode (page 16, 18): Selects tile options at tile hottom o["the
Favourite and EPG digital menus.
• In Analogue Text mode (page 14): Used l\_r Fastext.
0 _/0 - Info / Text reveal
• Ill digital mode: Displays brief details of the programme currently heing
watched.
• In analogue mode: Displays information such as current channel number
and screei1 mode.
• In Analogue Text mode (page 14): Reveals hidden inRtrmation (e.g.,
answers to a quiz).
O _/0/0/0/0 (page 13, 20)
O TOOLS (page 15, 19, 35)
Enahles you to access _ arious _iewing options and change/make adjustments
according to the source and screen mode.
O MENU (page 20)
O DIGITAL - Digital mode (page 13)
O Number buttons
• In TV mode: Selects channels. For channel numbers 10 and ahove, enter
the second digit within two seconds.
• Ill Analogue Text mode: Enters tile three digit page number to select the
page.
_) 'S" - Previous channel
Returns to tile previous channel watched (l\_r more than five seconds).
_i) PROG +/- (page 13)
• In TV mode: Selects tile next (+) or previous (-) channel.
• In Analogue Text mode: Selects tile next (+) or previous (-) page.
E) /_ +/--Volume
_) o¾-Mute (page 13)
(1) _ -Text (page 14)
_) ANALOG-Analogue mode (page 13)
_) "*==1/ RETURN
Returns to the previous screen of any displayed menu.
lid Q -EPG (Digital Electronic Programme Guide) (page 16)
(_ _ -Picture freeze (page 14)
Freezes the TV picture.
_) _ - Screen mode (page 14)
_) _/(_ - Inputselect / Text hold
• lnTVmode(page lg):Selectstheinputsourcefromequipmentconnected
to the TV sockets.
• In Analogue Text mode (page 14): Holds the current page.
Tip
The A/B, PROG + and number 5 buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the TV.
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Overviewofthe TV buttonsand indicators
O _ (page 20)
O _/_ - Input select/0K
• In TV mode (page 19): Selects the input
source Dora equipment comlected to the TV
sockets.
• In TV menu: Selects the menu or option, and
confirm the setting.
0 -'_ +/'/{_/{_
• Increases (+) or decreases (=) the volume.
• In TV menu: Moves through the options left
([_) or right ([_).
I_) PROG +1-1_]1_
• In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous
(=) channel.
• In TV menu: Moves through tl_eoptions up
({_) or down ({_).
O _- Power
Switches the TV on or off.
O Remote control sensor
0 _ Q - Picture Off/Timer indicator
• Lights up in green when the picture is
switched off (page 27).
[] _,®® ®
• Lights up in orange when the timer is set
(page 26).
0 _ - Standby indicator
Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode.
O I- Powerindicator
Lights up in green when the TV is switched on.
Note
Make sure that the TV is completely switched off before unplugging the mains lead. Unplugging the mains lead while the TV is
turned on may cause the indicator to remain lit or may cause the TV to malfunction.
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WatchingTV
3
Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to
select a TV channel,
To select channel ntnnbers 10 and above rising the
number buttons, enter the second and third digits
within two seconds.
To select a digital channel using the Digital
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG), see page 16.
In digital mode
An information banner appears briefly. The
t_llowing icons may be indicated on the banner. _._
_: lnteraclive service is available (MHEG Digital
Texl)
._: lnteraclive service tMHEG Digilal Texl) is
curremly disabled
: Radio service
_: Scrambled/Subscriplion service
I{: Mulliple audio languages available
2
3
_: Subtitles available
_: Subtides available for Ihe hearing impaired
(_): Recommended minimum age lk_lcurrent
programme (from 4 to 18 years)
_: Parental Lock
_: Ctlrrenl programme is being recorded
=
it
Additional operations
Press _ on the TV (top side) to switch on
the TV.
When the TV is in standby mode (the Q) (standby)
indicator on the TV (front) is red), press l/Q) on
the remote to switch on the TV.
2
Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode or
ANALOG to switch to analogue mode,
The channels available wtry depending on the
mode.
I
To Do this
Turn off the TV Press I/(_).
temporarily
(Standby mode)
Turn on the TV Press 0_. Press ---'1+/- to set the
from Standby mode volume level.
without sound
Turn off the TV Press (_) on the TV (top side).
completely
Adjust the volume Press /-'1 +(increase)/
- (decrease).
Mute the sound Press D;g.Press again to restore.
Access the Press @. To select an analogue
Programme index channel, press _1'_', then press
table (in analogue @.
mode only) To access the Input signal index
table, see page 19.
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