Sony XBR-55X907A User Manual

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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

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Basic Operations

How to use remote Home Menu screen

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Picture adjustment Enjoy Internet on TV How to use i-Manual Useful OPTIONS button Watch in 3D Watch connected device

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TV Controls/Terminals/Indicators

Front

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Right

Terminals

Bottom Rear Right

Remote Control

Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom

One-touch Remote Control (Optional)

Upper Lower Back Displaying Screen Keyboard

Home Menu screen

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Watching TV

Selecting Channels

Selecting channels from the Home Menu

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Selecting channels by the CH +/- buttons

Selecting channels by the number buttons Using Program Guide Watching in 3D

Watching Twin Picture

Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP)

Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P)

Changing Display/Audio

Display information

Subtitles/Closed captions

Screen format/Wide Mode

Audio (for analog mode)

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Using Other Devices

BD/DVD Player

HDMI connection

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Component video connection

Composite connection Digital Still Camera/Camcorder USB Device PC Viewing photo files in 4K resolution

Audio System

HDMI connection

Optical audio connection

Audio cable connection MHL Device Playable file formats

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Setting “BRAVIA” Sync Using the Sync Menu

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI/MHL Device Displaying the “BRAVIA” Sync Device List

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Useful Functions

Picture/Sound Auto Adjustment

Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Automatically adjusting picture brightness according to ambient light Adding to Favorites

Saving Power Consumption

Saving power by picture brightness

Saving power by automatically adjusting the backlight drive

Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time

Using Clock/Timers

Setting the current time manually

Setting the on timer

Setting the sleep timer Using TV as Picture Frame

Setting Parental Control

Setting parental lock password

Setting age restriction

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Using Internet

Connecting to the Internet

Wireless connection (built-in wireless LAN)

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Wired connection (with a LAN cable)

Setting IPv6 Browsing Websites Watching Internet Video

Using Skype

Performing initial setup

Making a call Current View Information Search Keyword Search

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Using Home Network

Playing Content on a PC

Home Network Settings

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Enabling the renderer function

Allowing/blocking access from controller

Making advanced renderer settings

Selecting servers to display

Checking server connection Playing Content with Renderer Function Using a Smartphone/Tablet as a Remote Using Wi-Fi Direct Function Using One-touch mirroring Using Screen mirroring

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Configuring Various Settings

Picture/Screen Settings

Selecting picture mode

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color)

Setting screen size/position

Sound Settings

Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance)

Setting sound according to TV position

Setting an upper volume limit

Digital Channel Settings

Setting subtitles

Setting audio for digital broadcasts

Tuning digital channels automatically

Tuning digital channels manually

Improving picture quality of the selected channel

Storing new digital services automatically

Sorting digital channels

Analog Channel Settings

Selecting the cable/antenna signal

Tuning analog channels automatically

Fine adjusting analog channels

Setting channels to surf with CH +/- buttons

Editing channel labels

Program Information & Service Settings

Displaying analog program list

Setting the information banner

Setting closed captions

Displaying wallpaper for radio broadcasts

General Settings

Turning off the key tone of remote control operations

Turning off start-up logo

Turning on/off and adjusting the brightness of the illumination

Setting menu language

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Setting One-touch Remote Control

Setting Bluetooth Device

Restoring factory settings

External Sound Output Settings

Selecting speakers to output sound

Outputting sound from headphones

Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TV’s remote control

Setting sound for digital audio output

Setting headphone speaker link

External Input Settings

Managing external inputs

Switching the video input

Making detailed settings of video input Running initial setup

Support

Checking system information

Uploading operation history

Software Update

Updating broadcast/service software

Updating TV’s software

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Troubleshooting

Power Symptoms Picture/Screen Symptoms

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Broadcast Reception Symptoms 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms Sound Symptoms Connected Device Symptoms Network/Application Symptoms Home Network Symptoms Remote Control Symptoms One-touch Remote Control Symptoms Bluetooth Mouse Symptoms Screen mirroring Symptoms One-touch mirroring Symptoms TV SideView Symptoms Wi-Fi 5GHz Symptoms Notes

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Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

You can save frequently viewed pages in this manual. Use the color buttons indicated at the bottom of the screen.

To save a page

In the page to bookmark, press the yellow button that corresponds to [Add Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen.

To access the bookmarked page

Press the green button that corresponds to [Show Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen to display the bookmark list. Select the desired title using the

To return to the previous screen

Press the RETURN button.

To remove a bookmark

In a bookmarked page, press the yellow button that corresponds to [Remove Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen.

/ buttons, then press the button.

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Basic Operations

How to use remote Home Menu screen Picture adjustment Enjoy Internet on TV How to use i-Manual Useful OPTIONS button Watch in 3D Watch connected device

Parts Description

TV Controls/Terminals/Indicators

Front Right

Terminals

Bottom Rear Right

Remote Control

Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom

One-touch Remote Control (Optional)

Upper Lower Back Displaying Screen Keyboard

Home Menu screen

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Watching TV

Selecting Channels

Selecting channels from the Home Menu Selecting channels by the CH +/- buttons Selecting channels by the number buttons

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Using Program Guide

Watching in 3D

Watching Twin Picture

Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P)

Changing Display/Audio

Display information Subtitles/Closed captions Screen format/Wide Mode Audio (for analog mode)

Using Other Devices

BD/DVD Player

HDMI connection Component video connection

Composite connection Digital Still Camera/Camcorder USB Device PC Viewing photo files in 4K resolution

Audio System

HDMI connection

Optical audio connection

Audio cable connection MHL Device Playable file formats

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Setting “BRAVIA” Sync Using the Sync Menu Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI/MHL Device Displaying the “BRAVIA” Sync Device List

Useful Functions

Picture/Sound Auto Adjustment

Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content

Automatically adjusting picture brightness according to ambient light Adding to Favorites

Saving Power Consumption

Saving power by picture brightness

Saving power by automatically adjusting the backlight drive

Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time

Using Clock/Timers

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Setting the current time manually

Setting the on timer

Setting the sleep timer Using TV as Picture Frame

Setting Parental Control

Setting parental lock password

Setting age restriction

Using Internet

Connecting to the Internet

Wireless connection (built-in wireless LAN)

Wired connection (with a LAN cable)

Setting IPv6 Browsing Websites Watching Internet Video

Using Skype

Performing initial setup

Making a call Current View Information Search Keyword Search

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Using Home Network

Playing Content on a PC

Home Network Settings

Enabling the renderer function

Allowing/blocking access from controller

Making advanced renderer settings

Selecting servers to display

Checking server connection Playing Content with Renderer Function Using a Smartphone/Tablet as a Remote Using Wi-Fi Direct Function Using One-touch mirroring Using Screen mirroring

Configuring Various Settings

Picture/Screen Settings

Selecting picture mode

Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color)

Setting screen size/position

Sound Settings

Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance)

Setting sound according to TV position

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Setting an upper volume limit

Digital Channel Settings

Setting subtitles

Setting audio for digital broadcasts

Tuning digital channels automatically

Tuning digital channels manually

Improving picture quality of the selected channel

Storing new digital services automatically

Sorting digital channels

Analog Channel Settings

Selecting the cable/antenna signal

Tuning analog channels automatically

Fine adjusting analog channels

Setting channels to surf with CH +/- buttons

Editing channel labels

Program Information & Service Settings

Displaying analog program list

Setting the information banner

Setting closed captions

Displaying wallpaper for radio broadcasts

General Settings

Turning off the key tone of remote control operations

Turning off start-up logo

Turning on/off and adjusting the brightness of the illumination

Setting menu language

Setting One-touch Remote Control

Setting Bluetooth Device

Restoring factory settings

External Sound Output Settings

Selecting speakers to output sound

Outputting sound from headphones

Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TV’s remote control

Setting sound for digital audio output

Setting headphone speaker link

External Input Settings

Managing external inputs

Switching the video input

Making detailed settings of video input Running initial setup

Support

Checking system information

Uploading operation history

Software Update

Updating broadcast/service software

Updating TV’s software

Troubleshooting

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Power Symptoms

Picture/Screen Symptoms

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Basic Operations

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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

How to use remote

Using / / / and Buttons

Operate this TV’s functions and settings basically using / / / and buttons.

1. Select the item on the screen using the / / / buttons.

2. Press the button to apply the selection.

Using RETURN and Color Buttons

To return to the previous screen

Press the RETURN button.

To operate functions using the color buttons

The color buttons and available functions are indicated at the bottom of the screen. Press the color button that corresponds to the function you want to use. The available functions differ depending on the screen.

Related Information

Home Menu screen How to use i-Manual

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Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Home Menu screen

Overview

The Home Menu, which can be displayed by pressing the HOME button, contains various categories.

Displays content such as TV program, external inputs and function settings, divided into categories. You can first select the category, then select a desired program or external input, or change settings, such as picture quality. The number of categories and available items vary depending on your region/country.

Categories in the Home Menu

[Featured]

Displays recommend information and current information about available applications and content.

If there is no network connection, or the [Featured] display setting is set to [Settings] → [Preferences] → [Home Menu Settings] → [Featured Display] → [Off], the [Featured] category will

not be displayed. (This function is available depending on your region/country.)

[History]

Allows you to choose from [History], such as a channel, input, or application that you watched and used recently. If the History display setting is set to [Off], the [History] category will not be displayed.

[TV]

Allows you to choose from a list of TV channels, or a program guide. (Program guide is available depending on your TV model or region.) Also, enables timer recordings to a connected USB HDD devices, and selection of recorded content play. (This function may not be available depending on your model/region/country.) A list of channels registered as favorites in the TV category are displayed.

[Applications]

Launches applications that require an Internet connection. Although most applications need an Internet connection, for Media Player it is not necessary. A list of applications registered as favorites in the Applications category are displayed. If you select [All Applications], all applications are displayed as a list. You can register your favorite applications to [Applications] in the Home Menu by selecting a favorite application icon and pressing the OPTIONS button. You can enjoy more applications if you connect your TV to the Internet. (This function is available depending on your region/country.)

[Connected Devices]

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Enables selection of devices connected to the TV.

[Settings]

Provides settings (e.g. picture settings, sound settings, key tone setting) that allow you to customize your TV.

Steps

Press the HOME button. The Home Menu appears.

2. Select the category using the / buttons.

(Illustration example: When selecting the [Settings] category.)

3. Select the item using the / buttons, then press the button.

(Illustration example: When selecting

[Picture & Display].)

4. In the displayed screen, perform the operation using the / / / and buttons.

(Illustration example: When selecting [Picture Adjustments] using the

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

/ and buttons.)

Tips

The items you can select may vary depending on the situation. Unavailable items are grayed out or not displayed.

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color)

Overview

You can adjust various picture settings, such as picture brightness/color, etc.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

2. Select [Picture & Display] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Picture Adjustments] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select the desired option using the / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

Available Options

[Setting Memory]

Applies custom picture settings to the current input or to common memory shared by other inputs.

[Picture Mode]

Enables selection of a picture mode according to your preference. Press the

Jump to the page

button to jump to “Selecting picture mode” for details.

[Reset]

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Resets all the [Picture Adjustments] settings to the factory settings excluding [Setting Memory],

[Picture Mode] and [Advanced Settings].

[Backlight]

Adjusts the brightness of the backlight. Reducing the brightness of the screen will reduce the power consumption.

[Picture]

Adjusts picture contrast.

[Brightness]

Adjusts the brightness of the picture.

[Color]

Adjusts color intensity.

[Hue]

Adjusts green and red tones. ([Hue] is available depending on color system.)

[Color Temperature]

Adjusts the whiteness of the picture. [Cool]: Gives white colors a bluish tint. [Neutral]: Gives white colors a neutral tint. [Warm 1]/[Warm 2]: Gives white colors a reddish tint. [Warm 2] gives a redder tint than [Warm 1].

[Sharpness]

Adjusts sharpness of the picture.

[Noise Reduction]

[Auto]: Automatically reduces picture noise. [High]/[Medium]/[Low]: Modifies the effect of noise reduction. [Intelligent]: Automatically optimizes picture quality with noise reduction. (This function is available only for analog RF input and composite video input.) It’s recommended to select [Intelligent] for analog input signal of bad quality. [Off]: Turns off [Noise Reduction].

[MPEG Noise Reduction]

[Auto]: Automatically reduces noise in MPEG-compressed videos. [High]/[Medium]/[Low]: Reduces noise in MPEG-compressed videos. [Off]: Turns off [MPEG Noise Reduction].

[Dot Noise Reduction]

[Auto]: Automatically reduces dot noise around objects on the screen. [Off]: Turns off [Dot Noise Reduction].

[Reality Creation]

Adjusts detail and noise for a realistic picture.

[Mastered in 4K]

Provides image quality suitable for Blu-ray Disc™ “Mastered in 4K” releasing from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. This function is configurable only for 2D image HDMI/MHL input signals, at 1920 x 1080/24p resolution, and [Scene Select] set to [Cinema].

[Video Area Detection]

Adjusts effect level optimally by detecting video area within a picture.

[Resolution]

Adjusts detail and clarity of the picture.

[Noise Filtering]

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Adjusts to reduce noise of the picture.

[Smooth Gradation]

Creates smooth gradations on flat surfaces of the picture.

[Motionflow]

[Smooth]: Provides smoother picture movement; especially effective for film-based content. [Standard]: Provides smoother picture movement for standard use. [Clear]: Reduces motion blur while maintaining brightness for high- speed picture content. [Clear Plus]: Reduces motion blur for high-speed picture content more than [Clear]. [Impulse]: Reproduces original picture quality. Provides cinema-like picture, which may flicker. [True Cinema]: Images, such as a movie created in 24 frames per second, are reproduced at the original framerate. [Off]: Use this setting if [Smooth], [Standard], [Clear], [Clear Plus], [Impulse] or [True Cinema] results in a distorted picture. (Depending on the picture content, you may not see the effect visually even if you have changed the settings.)

[CineMotion]

[Auto]: Displays film-based content with picture expression close to the original by applying a film specific process. [Off]: Turns off [CineMotion]. (If the image contains irregular signals or too much noise, this setting is automatically turned off even if [Auto] is selected.)

[Advanced Settings]

[Reset]: Resets all [Advanced Settings] to the default values (except for [White Balance]). [Black Corrector]: Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast. [Adv. Contrast Enhancer]: Automatically optimizes [Backlight] and [Picture] according to the brightness of the screen. This setting is effective for dark images and scenes. [Gamma]: Adjusts the balance between light and dark areas of the picture. [LED Dynamic Control]: Optimizes contrast by adjusting brightness in individual sections of the screen. ([LED Dynamic Control] is available depending on the TV model.) [Auto Light Limiter]: Reduces glare such as in scenes where the entire screen is white. [Clear White]: Emphasizes whiteness in the picture. [Live Color]: Makes colors more vivid. [White Balance]: Adjusts red, green and blue level in the screen. [Detail Enhancer]: Enhances the details of the picture. [Edge Enhancer]: Enhances the edges of the picture. [Skin Naturalizer]: Detects faces and reproduces natural skin tone. [Display Speed Preference]: Reduces the picture delay to optimize the response to game controllers/PC mouse operation by selecting [On].

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Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Enjoy Internet on TV

Overview

By pressing the SEN button, the Sony Entertainment Network screen appears, which serves as a gateway to Internet content. From this screen, you can access various services and applications. The items on the Sony Entertainment Network screen differ depending on your region/country, and are subject to change.

Steps

Make a broadband Internet connection.

2. Press the SEN button to display the Sony Entertainment Network screen.

3. Select the desired service or website using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

Tips

Depending on the service, registration may be required before use.

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Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

How to use i-Manual

Searching for Information

This i-Manual explains how to use all functions. In the main page of i-Manual, you can select the desired method to search for information.

Table of Contents: Searches from a title list. Troubleshooting: Searches for solutions to problems. Index: Searches by function/feature name.

Use the

/ buttons to switch between the / / tabs.

Tips

The supplied paper manual contains important information such as cautions and operating instructions to prevent accidents. Read the supplied paper manual thoroughly for safe use.

Steps

Procedure example: “Table of Contents” search

1. In the main page of this manual, select the “Table of Contents” tab using the / buttons.

2. Select a title on the left of the screen using the / buttons, then press the button.

The titles on the right of the screen change according to the title selected on the left of the screen.

3. Select a title on the right of the screen using the / buttons, then press the button.

The page of the selected title appears.

4. Press the button to proceed to the next page.

To return to the previous page, press the

button.

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To go to the main page

Press the corresponding color button indicated at the bottom of the screen.

To close the i-Manual

Press the i-MANUAL button. If you press the i-MANUAL button again, the previously displayed page reappears. If you press

the i-MANUAL button after the TV is turned off, the main page appears.

Displaying the Page Again While Operating the TV

Press the i-MANUAL button repeatedly to toggle between the TV screen and previously displayed page of the i-Manual. In this way, you can refer to the i-Manual while operating the TV.

Saving Frequently Viewed Pages (Bookmark)

You can save frequently viewed pages in this manual using a color button. For details on how to bookmark, press the color button that corresponds to [Show Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen.

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Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Useful OPTIONS button

Quickly Accessing Functions by the OPTIONS Button

By pressing the OPTIONS button, the Options Menu appears and provides quick access to the functions that are available for the currently displayed screen. (The items in the Options Menu differ depending on the selected screen.) This provides faster access to functions than from the Home Menu.

Steps

Press the OPTIONS button to display the Options Menu.

How to Use Bookmarks

2. Select an item using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select an item or value using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the previous screen during operation, press the RETURN button.

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Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Watching in 3D

Overview

You can experience powerful 3D entertainment, such as stereoscopic 3D games and Blu-ray 3D Discs. You can also watch regular 2D content with 3D effect.

Recommended viewing distance range for a 3D image

If the viewing distance range is not appropriate, the image may appear doubled. It is recommended to view the TV front on.

How to Use Bookmarks

Tips

If you purchase the optional Passive 3D Glasses, choose model TDG-500P.

Steps

Display the content to watch in 3D on the TV screen.

2. Put the Passive 3D Glasses on.

If no 3D effect is achieved, perform the following steps.

3. Press the 3D button to display the [3D Display] screen.

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4. Press the 3D button repeatedly to select the [3D Display] mode to suit the displayed content.

[3D (Side-by-Side)]: Displays side-by-side pictures in 3D. [3D (Over-Under)]: Displays over-under pictures in 3D. [3D (Simulated 3D)]: Displays regular 2D pictures in simulated 3D. [2D (Left-Only)]: When the same picture is side-by-side, the left side picture is shown expanded, in 2D. [2D (Top-Only)]: When the same picture is over-under, the upper picture is shown expanded, in 2D. Depending on the input signal or format, [3D (Side-by-Side)]/[3D (Over-Under)]/[2D (LeftOnly)]/[2D (Top-Only)] may not be selectable.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. To exit the 3D Menu, press the RETURN button.

To deactivate the 3D effect

Press the 3D button repeatedly to select [Off] in [3D Display].

To use the SimulView™ mode

This TV corresponds to SimulView™. When watching TV, use the glasses only for SimulView™. SimulView™ allows two players to view independent screen images in full screen while playing

the same game on a shared screen. The image is displayed in 2D. To use this feature, the game software must support SimulView™.

To adjust the 3D settings

You can adjust the following 3D settings.

Press the HOME button, select [Settings] →

[Picture & Display] → [3D Settings], then the

desired option.

[3D Display]

Opens [3D Display] to switch the display modes.

[3D Depth Adjustment]

Adjusts the depth of 3D pictures on the screen (available only for content with 3D signals). Select [Auto(High)] to always optimize to a visually comfortable depth. Select [Auto(Low)] to provide a visually comfortable depth which is close to the original picture. You can also manually set the adjustment value.

[Simulated 3D Effect]

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

[Auto 3D]

Select [Auto 1] to switch 3D display mode automatically when a 3D signal is detected. If no 3D signal is detected, select [Auto 2], which will analyze the image for 3D information and switch to 3D display mode automatically. Select [Off] to prevent 3D display mode from being automatically selected. Depending on the input signal or format, 3D display mode may not switch automatically. In such a case, press the 3D button to select 3D display mode manually.

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[3D Signal Notification]

Notifies when a 3D signal is detected.

Notes

When [3D Display] is set to [Off], SimulView™ mode can not be done. Depending on the image, one player may see another player’s image when using SimulView™

mode. 3D effect is available only when pictures are displayed in full screen. Recommended viewing angle and distance may vary depending on the TV’s location and room

conditions. Simulated 3D effect may be less pronounced with some picture sources. Perceived simulated 3D effect may vary from person to person. 4K 3D signal is not detected. Maintenance of your glasses Wipe the glasses gently with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly moistened with a solution of mild soap and

warm water. If using a chemically pretreated cloth, be sure to follow the instructions provided on the package. Never use strong solvents such as a thinner, alcohol or benzene for cleaning.

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Watch connected device

Overview

Connect various devices (e.g. BD recorder, digital still camera, PC, smartphone, tablet) to the TV. You can enjoy playing content such as pictures and music on the connected device.

There are two ways to connect.

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Sensors and Illumination

Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Point the remote control at the Sony logo to operate the TV. Do not place anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its function.

Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. Do not place anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its function.

Illumination LED

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Illumination lights up or blinks in response remote control operations, lights up in different colors according to the status of the TV.

Blinking (Blinking speed depends on status)

TV is turned on TV is receiving an incoming call *2 TV is in Picture off mode Software update is in progress

Blinking

When the TV and mobile device (e.g. smartphone) are connected wirelessly

During recording (including SCART REC) or TV is in pause mode *2

The following Timer functions are set: On Timer, Sleep Timer, Reminder (*2), REC Timer (*2), Picture Frame

For simultaneous conditions, the upper condition in the table has priority over others. Illumination does not light when the TV is in standby mode, except when recording is in progress or

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the timer is set.

*1: If [Simple Response] is selected in [Illumination LED], illumination does not light continuously

but blinks as feedback for operations.

*2: This function is available depending on your region/country.

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CH +/– (Channel)/ / , +/– (Volume)/ /

Press to select the next (+) or previous (–) channel. Press to adjust the volume.

In the TV Home Menu, these buttons will work as

/ / / .

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(Input select)/ (Select/Confirm)

Press to display a list of inputs. To select the connected device input, press this button repeatedly.

In the TV Home Menu, this button will work as

(select/confirm).

HOME

Press to display the TV Home Menu.

(Power)

Press to turn on the TV or to enter standby mode.

USB 2/3

You can enjoy photo, music and video files stored on a USB device.

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RF input that connects to your cable or antenna.

HDMI IN 1/3/4

HDMI (High- Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video device.

You can enjoy photos in 4K resolution by connecting a digital still camera that corresponds to HDMI 4K output.

In addition, when you connect “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible device, communication with the connected device is supported.

Be sure to use an authorised HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo.

If connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, use HDMI IN 1. If not, an additional connection with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary.

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LAN

Connects to an existing network using an Ethernet cable.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

You can listen to TV sound on a connected home theater system with digital input.

/ VIDEO IN 1

Connect with a composite video cable. When connecting mono equipment, connect to the L (MONO) audio jack.

/ COMPONENT IN, VIDEO IN 2

This input can be used as a composite video input or as a component video input. When connecting mono device, connect to the

For composite use, connect to

COMPONENT IN for audio signals.

For component connection, use Y, PB, PR for video signals and also connect to

(L/R) for audio signals.

The TV will automatically detect and switch between

/ COMPONENT IN. To manually set the input type, press the HOME

button, then select [Settings] →

Selection].

VIDEO IN 2 for video, and to (L/R) of /

[External Inputs] → [Video 2/Component

L (MONO) audio jack.

VIDEO IN 2 and

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USB 1

You can enjoy photo, music and video files stored on a USB device.

HDMI IN 2/MHL

HDMI (High- Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video device.

You can enjoy photos in 4K resolution by connecting a digital still camera that corresponds to HDMI 4K output.

Moreover, you can connect your MHL device using an HD quality MHL cable. Both HDMI/MHL support “BRAVIA” Sync for communication with a connected

compatible device.

Be sure to use an authorized HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo.

If connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, use HDMI IN 1 on the bottom of the TV. If not, an additional connection with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary.

AUDIO OUT/

Connect with an audio cable or headphones. You can listen to TV sound through your stereo system or headphones.

To set the sound output for headphones or an external audio system, press the

HOME button, then select [Settings] →

When you set [Audio Out] in [Headphone/Audio Out], select [Fixed] or

[Variable], press the HOME button, then select [Settings] →

[Audio Out].

[Sound] → [Headphone/Audio Out].

[Sound] →

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INPUT

Press to display a list of inputs.

POWER

Press to turn on or to turn off the TV (standby mode).

CC/SUBTITLE

Press to turn closed captions/subtitles on or off (when the feature is available).

WIDE

Press to select the 3D display mode.

Press to select the wide mode.

RELATED SEARCH

When the TV is connected to the Internet, you can search for related content while watching various content on the TV. (What you can search depends on your region/country or other circumstances.)

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Buttons for connected devices

Use the buttons to operate a connected “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible device.

Color buttons

When the color buttons are available, an operation guide appears on the screen. Follow the operation guide to perform a selected operation.

i-MANUAL

Press to display the on- screen instruction manual (this manual).

SYNC MENU

Press to display the BRAVIA Sync Menu to operate a connected “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible device.

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SEN

Press to display Sony Entertainment Network.

GUIDE

Press to display the program guide. The Guide feature may not be available in some regions/countries.

NETFLIX

Press to access the “NETFLIX” online service. This feature (button) may not be available in some regions/countries. Details can be referred in Sony website.

/ / / / /RETURN

Press to select/confirm a highlighted item and return to the previous screen, or exit from a menu.

OPTIONS

Press to display a list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. The menu items vary based on the current input and/or content.

HOME

Press to display the TV Home Menu.

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DIGITAL/ANALOG, ANT

Press to switch between digital and analog channels, or between the CABLE and ANTENNA input (when both are connected).

DISPLAY

Press once to display information about the channel/program/input you are viewing. Press again to exit.

EXIT

Press to exit from the Ginga application when available.

0-9

Press the 0-9 buttons to select a channel.

Use with the 0-9 buttons to select digital channels. For example, to enter 2.1, press 2,

JUMP

Press to jump back and forth between two channels or inputs. The TV alternates between the current channel or input and the last channel or input that was selected.

, 1.

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VOL +/–

Press to adjust the volume.

MUTING

Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore the sound.

CH +/–

Press to display the channel selection screen.

MEDIA

Press to switch the category in the channel selection screen.

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POWER

Press to turn on or to turn off the TV (standby mode).

COLOR KEY/COLOR KEY Indicator

Press to light up the indicator, then the color buttons. If the COLOR KEY button is pressed again when the color buttons are available, the indicator turns off and the instead.

SEN

Press to display Sony Entertainment Network.

KEY PAD

Displays the screen keyboard. Buttons on the screen keyboard work the same as those on the remote control.

/ / / /

Press to select/confirm a highlighted item. When the COLOR KEY button is pressed, the indicator lights up, then the

/ / buttons are available as color buttons.

/ / / buttons are available as

/ / / buttons become available

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RETURN

Press to return to the previous screen, or exit from a menu.

OPTIONS

Press to display a list of convenient functions and menu shortcuts. The menu items vary based on the current input and/or content.

HOME

Press to display the TV Home Menu.

VOL +/–

Press to adjust the volume.

CH +/–

Press to display the channel selection screen.

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(NFC)

Touch the device (e.g. some models of Xperia) corresponding to the Onetouch mirroring function, then its screen is displayed on the TV.

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Displaying Screen Keyboard

Overview

You can display the screen keyboard when using the One-touch Remote Control. You can also move the position of the screen keyboard.

Steps

Press the KEY PAD button on the One-touch Remote Control. The screen keyboard is displayed on the screen. Select buttons to use using the

as the remote control buttons can be used.

/ / / buttons, then press the button. The same functions

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Press the KEY PAD button to close the screen keyboard.

To move the position of the screen keyboard

Press the arrow mark button on the right or left edge of the screen keyboard to switch the position of the screen keyboard right or left.

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Selecting channels from the Home Menu

Overview

You can select channels from the TV channel list in the Home Menu.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [TV] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [TV Channel List] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Digital TV] or [Analog TV] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select the desired channel from the TV channel list using the / buttons, then press the

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Selecting channels by the CH +/- buttons

Overview

You can find and tune a desired program in the program list easily with the CH +/- buttons. To

enable this feature, set [Settings] →

[Preferences] → [Fast Zapping] to [On]. If you set to [Off],

the CH +/- buttons work just to toggle through channels.

Steps

Press the CH +/- buttons.

2. Press the MEDIA or / buttons to select the desired category type.

3. Select the desired program from the program list using the CH +/- or / buttons, then press

the

button.

To change the settings later.

Press the HOME button, select [Settings] → [Preferences] → [Fast Zapping], then the desired

option.

Available Options

[Auto Program Selection]

[On]: The TV automatically switches to the selected content after a certain period of time, even if

button is not pressed.

the [Off]: The TV switches to the selected content only when the When launching [Fast Zapping], you can set up this option by pressing the OPTIONS button.

[Fast Zapping]

[On]: When the CH +/- button is pressed, [Fast Zapping] is launched. [Off]: When the CH +/- button is pressed, the channel is switched one by one as usual. While watching TV, you can set up this option by pressing the OPTIONS button.

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Selecting channels by the number buttons

Overview

You can select channels simply by pressing the number button(s) on the remote control.

Steps

Press the DIGITAL/ANALOG button to select digital/analog mode.

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2. Press the number button(s) to select the channel.

For channel numbers 10 and above, press the second digit quickly after the first.

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Using Program Guide

Overview

You can quickly find your preferred programs and the detailed program information. You can also search programs by genre, register your preferred programs, etc. (This function is available only for digital broadcasts, and depends on your model/region/country.)

Steps

Press the GUIDE button to display the digital program guide.

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2. Select the program to watch using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

To close the digital program guide, press the GUIDE button.

To search for programs by genre

Press the OPTIONS button, select [Program Genre List], the desired genre, then the desired program.

To register your preferred channels

Press the OPTIONS button, select [Guide Favorites Setup], the desired category, then follow the on-screen instructions to register channels.

To set reminders

You can set reminders for future programs. After selecting a future program in the guide, select [Reminder].

To list programs with reminders set, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Timer list].

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(This function may not be available depending on your model/region/country.)

About the Digital Program Guide Screen

Video window

Displays the last viewed program* before you entered the guide. * May not be displayed depending on your region/country.

Category

Indicates category name (e.g. [Guide Favorites 1]) which contains all channels corresponding to the category.

Information box

Shows information about the highlighted program.

Channel information

Displays a channel title and number for a broadcaster.

Program listing grid

Enables selection of a program to watch or to be set as a reminder*. * The availability of setting as a reminder, depends on your region/country.

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Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP)

Overview

You can watch two pictures (main and sub) simultaneously. The main picture can be displayed in full screen, and the sub picture can be displayed in an inset window (e.g. HDMI input (PC format) and TV program).

Steps

Press the OPTIONS button.

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2. Select [Twin Picture] using the / buttons, then press the button.

If the displayed source is other than the PC, select [PIP] using the the

button.

3. Press / to switch audio output between the two pictures.

To exit the PIP mode, press the RETURN button.

To move the inset window

Press the / buttons.

Available Combinations of Two Pictures

When the main picture source is a digital program, the sub picture source can be:

- Video input

- Component input

- HDMI input (video format)

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When the main picture source is an analog program, the sub picture source can be:

- HDMI input (video format)

When the main picture source is a video input, the sub picture source can be:

- Digital program

- HDMI input (video format) When the main picture source is a component input, the sub picture source can be:

- Digital program When the main picture source is an HDMI input (video format or PC format), the sub picture source

can be:

- Digital program

- Analog program

- Video input

Notes

If two pictures with different vertical frequency signals (e.g. a picture in full screen with 24p and a picture in an inset window with 60i) are displayed simultaneously, the smooth movement of the picture in an inset window may be lost.

This function is not available with 4K resolution input.

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Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P)

Overview

You can watch two pictures (left and right) simultaneously (e.g. connected device and TV program).

Steps

Press the OPTIONS button.

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2. Select [Twin Picture] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [P&P] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Press / to switch audio output between the two pictures.

The highlighted picture is audible.

To exit the P&P mode, press the RETURN button.

To change the picture size

Press the / buttons repeatedly to change the size.

Available Combinations of Two Pictures

(Left and right, or vice versa)

Digital program and video input Digital program and component input Digital program and HDMI input (video format) Analog program and HDMI input (video format)

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Video input and HDMI input (video format)

Notes

This function is not available with PC format signals. If two pictures with different vertical frequency signals (e.g. a left picture with 24p and a right picture

with 60i) are displayed side-by-side, the smooth movement of the right picture may be lost. This function is not available with 4K resolution input.

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Display information

Steps

While watching a program, press the DISPLAY button. The information about the current channel/program/input appears. The information will time out in

a few seconds or press the DISPLAY button again to exit.

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Subtitles/Closed captions

Steps

While watching a program with subtitles/closed captions, press the CC/SUBTITLE button to turn the subtitles/closed captions on or off.

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Screen format/Wide Mode

Steps

Press the WIDE button repeatedly to select the desired option, then press the button.

Tips

Based on the original signal source, a black frame or black bars may surround the picture.

Available Options (4:3 Original Source)

[Wide Zoom]

Enlarges the picture to fill a 16:9 screen, preserving the original picture as much as possible.

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[Normal]

Displays a 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 a 16:9 picture that has been converted into 4:3 letter box format, in the correct aspect ratio.

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[Captions]

Stretches the picture horizontally to fill a 16:9 screen, while fitting captions in the screen.

If component input (480p) is selected and [Scene Select] is set to [Game] or [Graphics], the available options change to [Fine-Normal]/[Fine-Full]/[Portable Game 1]/[Portable Game 2].

[Fine-Normal]

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

[Fine-Full]

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

[Portable Game 1]

Stretches a black-framed game picture from PlayStation®Portable.

[Portable Game 2]

Stretches a black-framed picture (e.g. browser) from PlayStation®Portable.

Available Options (16:9 Original Source)

[Wide Zoom]

Enlarges the picture, preserving the original picture as much as possible.

[Normal]

Displays a 4:3 picture that has been horizontally stretched to 16:9, in 4:3 format.

[Full]

Displays a 16:9 picture in its original size.

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[Zoom]

Displays a 16:9 picture that has been converted into 4:3 letter box format, in the correct aspect ratio.

[Captions]

Stretches the picture horizontally, while fitting captions in the screen.

Available Options (4K (4096×2160) Original Source)

[Normal]

Displays a 4K (4096×2160) picture as 16:9 (3840×2160). Bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen.

[Full]

Displays a horizontally compressed picture to fit a 16:9 (3840×2160) screen.

[Zoom]

Displays a 4K (4096×2160) picture in its original size.

Available Options (PC Timing)

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Audio (for analog mode)

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

2. Select [Sound] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [MTS Audio] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select the desired option using the / buttons, then press the button.

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To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

Tips

To select sound on digital channels, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Alternate Audio].

Available Options

[Stereo]

Adjusts sound for stereo reception.

[Auto SAP]

Adjusts sound for second channel audio of programs such as bilingual.

[Mono]

Adjusts sound for monaural reception. Use this option when the stereo signal is unstable.

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HDMI connection

Making a Connection

HDMI connection is recommended for optimum picture quality. If your BD/DVD player has an HDMI jack, connect it using an HDMI cable.

* Be sure to use an authorized HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo.

Steps

After making a connection, turn on the connected BD/DVD player.

2. Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the connected BD/DVD player.

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3. Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player.

Tips

If you connect a “BRAVIA” Sync- compatible device, you can control it by simply using the TV’s remote control.

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Component video connection

Making a Connection

If your BD/DVD player has component video jacks, connect it to the TV using a component video cable and an audio cable.

Steps

After making a connection, turn on the connected BD/DVD player.

2. Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the connected BD/DVD player.

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3. Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player.

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Composite connection

Making a Connection

If your BD/DVD player has composite jacks, connect it using a composite video/audio cable.

Steps

After making a connection, turn on the connected BD/DVD player.

2. Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the connected BD/DVD player.

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3. Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player.

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Digital Still Camera/Camcorder

Making a Connection

Connect your Sony digital still camera or camcorder using an HDMI cable. Use a cable that has an HDMI mini jack for digital still camera/camcorder end, and a standard HDMI jack for the TV end.

* Be sure to use an authorized HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo.

Steps

After making a connection, turn on the connected digital still camera/camcorder.

2. Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the connected digital still camera/camcorder.

3. Start playback on the connected digital still camera/camcorder.

Tips

If you connect a “BRAVIA” Sync- compatible device, you can control it by simply using the TV’s remote control. Make sure that the device is “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible. Some devices may not be compatible with “BRAVIA” Sync even though they have an HDMI jack.

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USB Device

Making a Connection

Connect the USB storage device to enjoy photo, music and video files stored in the device.

Steps

After making a connection, turn on the connected USB device.

2. Press the HOME button, then select [Connected Devices] using the / buttons.

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3. Select [USB] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Photo], [Music] or [Video] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select the folder or file from the list using the / buttons, then press the button.

If you select a folder, select the file using the Playback starts.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

/ buttons, then press the button.

To automatically display thumbnail view or a slideshow

You can set to automatically display thumbnail view or a slideshow when a USB device containing photo files is connected.

You can also set to not automatically display a slideshow or thumbnail view.

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → Auto Start] → [Browse Photos], [Start Slideshow] or [Off].

[Preferences] → [General Setup] → [USB

To check the supported file formats

Codec List

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Tips

Photo files must be stored in a folder under the DCIM folder for automatic playback start. Also, the

folder name under the DCIM folder is required to be a combination of 3 numerals and 5 letters (can include “_”), for example, 101MSDCF.

Notes

USB viewer supports FAT16, FAT32 and exFAT file systems. When connecting a Sony digital still camera to the TV with a USB cable, USB connection settings on

your camera need to be set to [Auto] or [Mass Storage] mode. [Face Zoom] and [Expanded] in the option menu of [Display Size] may not work for some image

files. Only the panoramic JPEG files in the following horizontal/vertical sizes can be scrolled. (If the JPEG

file is edited on a PC, etc., scroll may not be possible.)

- For horizontal scroll: 4912/1080, 7152/1080, 3424/1920, 4912/1920, 12416/1856, 8192/1856, 5536/2160, 3872/2160, 10480/4096, 11520/1080

- For vertical scroll: 1080/4912, 1080/7152, 1920/3424, 1920/4912, 1856/12416, 1856/8192, 2160/5536, 2160/3872, 4096/10480, 1080/11520

Video files are located in the following folder structure (hierarchal position): /AVCHD/BDMV/STREAM/00000.MTS /PRIVATE/AVCHD/BDMV/STREAM/00000.MTS /MP_ROOT/100ANV01/MAHA0001.MP4

Avoid losing your files by backing up all your media files stored on a USB device. Sony cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged data stored on a USB device.

Depending on the file, playback may not be possible even when using the supported formats.

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Making a Connection

Connect your PC with an HDMI cable to enjoy music, pictures and other content stored in it.

* Be sure to use an authorized HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo.

Corresponding PC input signal

(Resolution, Horizontal frequency/Vertical frequency)

640 x 480, 31.5 kHz/60 Hz 800 x 600, 37.9 kHz/60 Hz 1024 x 768, 48.4 kHz/60 Hz 1280 x 768, 47.4 kHz/60 Hz and 47.8 kHz/60 Hz 1360 x 768, 47.7 kHz/60 Hz 1280 x 1024, 64.0 kHz/60 Hz 1920 x 1080, 67.5 kHz/60 Hz* 3840 x 2160, 30 Hz

* The 1080p timing, when applied to the HDMI input, will be treated as a video timing and not a

PC timing. This will affect the [Preferences] and [Picture & Display] settings. To view PC content, set [Scene Select] to [Graphics], [Wide Mode] to [Full], and [Display Area] to [+1]. ([Display Area] is configurable only when [Auto Display Area] is set to [Off].)

Notes

This TV does not support interlaced signals. For optimum picture quality, it is recommended that you use the signals in the chart. In plug and

play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be necessary.)

Depending on the connection status, image may be blurred or smeared. In this case, change the PC’s settings, then select another input signal in “Corresponding PC input signal”.

1920 pixel x 1080 line/60Hz output may not be available, depending on your PC. Even if you 1920 pixel x 1080 line/60Hz output is selected, the actual output signal may differ. In this case, change the PC’s settings, then select another input signal in “Corresponding PC input signal”.

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Viewing photo files in 4K resolution

Overview

A photo with 4K or higher resolution can be displayed in 4K resolution (3840×2160). A digital still camera/camcorder that corresponds to HDMI 4K output connected to HDMI IN, or a high resolution photo that is stored on a USB device or network device, display in 4K resolution on the TV. A device (PlayMemories Studio™, etc.) which has an application corresponding to 4K display, can be displayed in 4K resolution.

Steps

These settings are required to display a photo that is stored on a USB device or network device in 4K resolution.

1. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

2. Select [Picture & Display] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [4K Photo Display] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [On] using the / buttons, then press the button.

When the setup is completed, see the next page for making the connection and displaying.

USB or home network connections

Connect the USB device or network device to the TV.

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Press the HOME button, then select [Applications] using the / buttons.

3. Select [All Applications] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Media Player] using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select [Photo] using the / buttons, then press the button.

6. Select the USB device, server or preset picture folder containing the file to play using the /

/ / buttons, then press the button.

7. Select the folder or file from the list using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

If you select a folder, select the file using the The photo is displayed.

/ / / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

HDMI cable connection

Connects the digital still camera or camcorder that corresponds to HDMI, to the HDMI IN jack of the TV, using a cable that corresponds to HDMI.

2. Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the connected device.

3. Set the connected device to 4K output.

4. Start playback on the connected BD/DVD player.

To return to the last viewed source, press the INPUT button.

Notes

Twin Picture cannot be displayed. A 3D picture is displayed in 2D. A panoramic photo cannot be scrolled. If you change the picture by pressing the The menu screen may not appear when displaying photos in 4K resolution. Perform the following to

finish playback of photos or to change the settings.

- To finish playback of photos, press the RETURN button, or switch the input by pressing the INPUT button.

- To adjust picture quality, set [4K Photo Display] to [Off], and change the settings.

- To display the Sync Menu, finish playback of photos, then press the SYNC MENU button.

- To change the settings of the slideshow, press the OPTIONS button on the list screen of a file or

/ buttons, it may take time to display.

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folder.

- The volume level is not displayed on the TV screen, even when volume is adjusted. While playing

a photo file with no sound, pressing the volume button accidentally may not be noticed; therefore it is recommended to set a volume limit to avoid sudden loud sound when another file (with sound) is played.

Press the HOME button, select [Settings] →

[Sound] → [Maximum Volume] , then set the value.

- The operation guide and messages do not appear when displaying photos in 4K resolution. To set the buzzer to sound when an inactive button is pressed, press the HOME button, then select

[Settings] →

[Sound] → [Maximum Volume] → [Key Tone] → [On].

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HDMI connection

Making a Connection

Connect an audio system (e.g. home theater system) with HDMI output to the TV, using an HDMI cable.

* Be sure to use an authorized HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo.

Tips

When connecting a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible digital audio system and Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, connect to HDMI IN 1 with an HDMI cable. However, if connecting a system that is not “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible or Audio Return Channel, an additional audio connection via DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary.

See the instruction manual of the audio system for details on connection of other devices and for setup before use.

Steps

After making a connection, press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

2. Select [Sound] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Speakers] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Audio System] using the / buttons, then press the button.

The connected audio system is turned on automatically. The volume can be controlled using the TV’s remote control.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

Tips

If you connect a “BRAVIA” Sync- compatible device, you can control it by simply using the TV’s remote control.

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You need to configure the [Digital Audio Out] settings according to your audio system. Press the

button to jump to “Setting sound for digital audio output” for details.

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Optical audio connection

Making a Connection

Connect an audio system (e.g. home theater system) with digital input to the TV using an optical audio cable.

Tips

See the instruction manual of the audio system for details on connection of other devices and for setup before use.

Steps

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After making a connection, press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

2. Select [Sound] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Speakers] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Audio System] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Press the HOME button twice to return to the last viewed source.

6. Turn on the connected audio system, then adjust the volume.

Notes

You need to configure the [Digital Audio Out] settings according to your audio system. Press the button to jump to “Setting sound for digital audio output” for details.

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Audio cable connection

Making a Connection

Connect an audio system (e.g. amplifier) to the TV using an audio cable.

Tips

See the instruction manual of the audio system for details on connection of other devices and for the setup before use.

Steps

After making a connection, press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

2. Select [Sound] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Headphone/Audio Out] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Audio Out] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Press the HOME button twice to return to the last viewed source.

6. Turn on the connected audio system, then adjust the volume.

Tips

When using an external audio system, the audio out of the TV can be controlled using the TV’s

remote control if [Audio Out] is set to [Variable]. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] →

[Sound] → [Audio Out] → [Variable].

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MHL Device

Making a Connection

Connect your MHL device (e.g. smartphone, tablet) with MHL output to the TV's HDMI IN 2/MHL port, using an MHL cable.

* Be sure to use an authorized MHL2 cable bearing the MHL logo.

Steps

After making a connection, press the HOME button, then select [Connected Devices] using the

/ buttons.

2. Select [HDMI 2/MHL] using the / buttons, then press the button.

To switch to MHL input automatically

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [External Inputs] → [BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [Auto Input Change(MHL)] → [On]. (Depending on the MHL device, input may not be

switched.) If the TV is in standby mode, it will not switch automatically. Perform steps 1 and 2 above.

To charge an MHL device

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [External Inputs] → [Charge MHL during Power Off] → [On].

Tips

When the TV is on, an MHL device can be charged from the TV using an MHL cable. When the TV is in standby mode, if [Charge MHL during Power Off] is set to [On], an MHL device

can be charged from the TV using an MHL cable.

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Playable file formats

Checking supported file formats

Codec List

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Setting “BRAVIA” Sync

Overview

If a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible device (e.g. BD player, AV amplifier) is connected with an HDMI cable, or a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible device (e.g. smartphone, tablet) is connected with an MHL cable, this TV allows you to control the device with the TV’s remote control.

Steps

Turn on the connected device.

2. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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3. Select [External Inputs] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [BRAVIA Sync Settings] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select [BRAVIA Sync Control] using the / buttons, then press the button.

6. Select [On] using the / buttons, then press the button.

7. Activate “BRAVIA” Sync on the connected device.

When a specific Sony “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible device is connected and powered on, and [BRAVIA Sync Control] is set to [On], “BRAVIA” Sync is automatically activated on that device. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the connected device.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

To not turn off the connected device automatically when turning off the TV

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Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [External Inputs] → [BRAVIA Sync Settings]

→ [Device Auto Power Off] → [Off].

To not turn on the TV automatically when turning on the connected device

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [External Inputs] → [BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [TV Auto Power On] → [Off].

To switch the TV input to the corresponding device connected with an MHL cable

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [External Inputs] → [BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [Auto Input Change(MHL)] → [On].

Available “BRAVIA” Sync Operations

BD/DVD player

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

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

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

the connected device through the TV’s remote control.

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

AV amplifier

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

Automatically switches the sound output to the AV amplifier by turning the AV amplifier on when the TV is turned on.

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

amplifier through the TV’s remote control.

Video camera

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

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

the connected video camera through the TV’s remote control.

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

Notes

“BRAVIA Sync Control” (“BRAVIA” Sync) is only available for a connected “BRAVIA” Synccompatible device that has the “BRAVIA” Sync logo.

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Using the Sync Menu

Overview

Sync Menu provides various functions such as controlling the connected device by the TV’s remote control, etc.

Steps

Press the SYNC MENU button.

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2. Select the desired item in the Sync Menu using the / buttons, then press the button.

To exit the Sync Menu, press the SYNC MENU button.

Tips

If you press the SYNC MENU button, the promotion screen is displayed in the following cases.

- An HDMI or MHL device is not connected.

- [BRAVIA Sync Control] is set to [Off].

Available Items

[Device Selection]

Enables selection of a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible device to be controlled by the TV’s remote control.

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[Device Control]

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

[Use TV speakers to output sound]/[Use audio system for audio output]

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

[TV Control]

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

[Return to TV]

Returns to TV channels.

[TV control with the TV remote]/[Device control with the TV remote]

Switches the device to be controlled by the TV’s remote control, between the TV and the connected device.

Tips

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

[Connected Devices] in the Home Menu.

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Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI/MHL Device

Overview

You can set the remote control buttons of the TV to control the connected HDMI/MHL device.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [External Inputs] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [BRAVIA Sync Settings] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Device Control Keys] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select the desired option using the / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

Available Options

[None]

Deactivates the control by the TV’s remote control.

[Normal]

Enables basic operations, such as navigation buttons (up, down, left or right, etc.).

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[Tuning Keys]

Enables basic operations and operation of channel-related buttons, such as the CH +/– buttons or

the 0 - 9 buttons, etc. Useful when you control a tuner or set-top box, etc., via the remote control.

[Menu Keys]

Enables basic operations and operation of the HOME/OPTIONS buttons. Useful when you control BD player menus, etc., via the remote control.

[Tuning and Menu Keys]

Enables basic operations and operation of the HOME/OPTIONS buttons and channel- related buttons.

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Displaying the “BRAVIA” Sync Device List

Overview

You can display a list of connected “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible devices.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [External Inputs] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [BRAVIA Sync Settings] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [BRAVIA Sync Device List] using the / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

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Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content

Overview

You can select a preset picture and sound setting (e.g. [Auto], [Cinema], [Sports]) that suits the content.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [Preferences] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Scene Select] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select the desired option using the / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

Available Options

[Auto]

Automatically selects the scene based on the viewing content.

[Auto (24p Sync)]

Automatically selects "Cinema" for 24Hz signal content. Behaves as "Auto" for all other signals.

[General]

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Turn off Scene Select for general content.

[Cinema]

Optimal picture and sound for watching movies.

[Sports]

Optimal picture and sound for watching sports.

[Music]

Optimal sound for listening to music.

[Animation]

Optimal picture for watching animation

[Photo]

Optimal picture for viewing photos. This setting will apply to 2160p (25/30Hz), 1080i/p (50/60Hz) and 480/576p formats only. (2160p (25Hz), 1080i/p (50Hz) and 576p are available depending on your region/country.)

[Game]

Optimal picture and sound for playing video games.

[Graphics]

Optimal picture for viewing tables and characters.

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Troubleshooting

Automatically adjusting picture brightness according to ambient light

Overview

The picture brightness can be automatically adjusted according to the ambient light. You can save power consumption with an optimized picture brightness.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [Preferences] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Eco] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Light Sensor] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select [On] using the / buttons to enable this function, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

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Adding to Favorites

Overview

You can quickly access your frequently used items, such as TV channels or applications, by adding them to Favorites.

Steps

Display a channel to add to Favorites.

In the case of adding an application, press the HOME button, select [Applications] → [All

Applications], then the desired application.

2. Press the OPTIONS button.

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3. Select [Add to Favorites] using the / buttons, then press the button.

In the case of adding an application, select [Add to Home Menu] using the press the

Depending on the model, in the case of a digital channel, select [Edit Favourites] → [Add to

Favorites] using the

button.

/ buttons, then press the button.

/ buttons, then

To access items added to Favorites

Press the HOME button, select [TV]/[Applications], then the desired item.

To remove an item from Favorites

Display the item to delete, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Remove from Favorites]. In the case of removing an application, press the HOME button, select [Applications], then the

desired application. Press the OPTIONS button, then select [Remove from Applications]. Depending on the model, in the case of a digital channel, display the item to delete, then press

the OPTIONS button. Select [Edit Favourites] → [Remove from Favorites].

To sort the list of applications

Press the HOME button, select [Applications] using the / buttons. Select the desired item, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Move Application]. The selected

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applications move to the desired portions by using / buttons at the sorting applications

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Saving power by picture brightness

Overview

You can reduce power consumption by changing the picture brightness.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [Preferences] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Eco] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Power Saving] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select the desired option using the / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

Available Options

[Picture Off]

Maximum power saving. Picture turns off; sound remains on.

[High]

High power saving. Picture darkens.

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[Low]

Low power saving. Picture darkens slightly.

[Off]

No power saving.

Tips

If the power is turned off while [Picture Off] is set, [Power Saving] will be set to [Off] when the power is turned on next time.

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Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Saving power by automatically adjusting the backlight drive

Overview

The TV adjusts the backlight brightness according to the [Scene Select] setting. You can save power by enabling this function.

Example of backlight adjustment:

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [Preferences] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Eco] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Scene Select Sync] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select [On] using the / buttons to enable this function, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

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Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time

Overview

You can set the TV to turn off automatically after it has been idle for a preset period.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [Preferences] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Eco] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Idle TV Standby] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Select the period using the / buttons, then press the button.

When the set time passes, power will turn off automatically. If [Off] is selected, power will not turn off.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

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Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Setting the current time manually

Overview

The current time is set automatically if the TV receives the time from a digital broadcast signal. If the TV cannot receive digital broadcast signal, set the current time manually.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [Preferences] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Clock/Timers] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Current Time] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Press the button in [Date (Month/Day/Year)].

6. Set the date using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

7. Select [Time] using the button, then press the button.

8. Set the time using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

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Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Setting the on timer

Overview

You can set the TV to turn on from standby mode at a selected time.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] using the / buttons.

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2. Select [Preferences] using the / buttons, then press the button.

3. Select [Clock/Timers] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select [Timer] using the / buttons, then press the button.

5. Press the button in [Timer].

6. Select [On] using the / buttons, then press the button.

7. Select the setting item using the / buttons, then press the button.

8. Set the item using the / / / buttons, then press the button.

9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 to set all items.

To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.

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Sony XBR-55X907A User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network

Troubleshooting

Configuring Various Settings

How to Use Bookmarks