Sony XBR-65HX950 User Manual

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Basic Operations

Parts Description

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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

XBR-65HX950/55HX950

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Basic Operations

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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 (DLNA)

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 and Indicators

Front

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Right

Terminals

Bottom Rear Right

Remote Control

Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom

Home Menu screen

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Basic Operations

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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 (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Selecting channels by the number buttons Rovi On Screen 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 (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Component video connection

Composite connection Digital Still Camera/Camcorder USB Device PC

Audio System

HDMI connection

Optical audio connection

Audio cable connection

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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 (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI Device Displaying the HDMI 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 (DLNA)

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

Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal

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 viewing restriction

Blocking specific channels

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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 (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Wired connection (with a LAN cable) Browsing Websites Watching Internet Video Using Internet Applications

Using Skype

Performing initial setup

Making a call Current Music Information Search Music/Video Keyword Search Using Wi-Fi Direct Mode Viewing Photomap

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Using Home Network (DLNA)

Playing Content on a PC

Home Network Settings

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Enabling the renderer function

Checking registered remote devices

Allowing/blocking access from controller

Making advanced renderer settings

Selecting servers to display

Checking server connection Playing Content with Renderer Function Using a Smartphone/PC as a Remote Control

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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 (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

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

Locking picture adjustment

Setting screen size/position

Sound Settings

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

Setting sound according to TV position

Channel Settings

Checking signal information

Selecting the cable/antenna signal

Tuning channels automatically

Adding digital channels

Setting channels to surf with CH +/- buttons

Editing channel labels

Fine adjusting analog channels

Program Information & Service Settings

Setting the information banner

Setting closed captions

Selecting a program information source

General Settings

Turning off the key tone of remote control operations

Turning off start-up logo

Turning on/off the Sony logo illumination

Setting menu language

Setting your region

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 headphone speaker link

Setting audio source for HDMI/DVI input

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External Input Settings

Managing external inputs

Switching the video input

Making advanced settings of video input Running initial setup

Support

Checking Sony contact 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 (DLNA)

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

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Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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 red button that corresponds to [Add Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen.

Color buttons

To access the bookmarked page

Press the blue button that corresponds to [Show Bookmarks] 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 red button that corresponds to [Remove Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen.

/ buttons, then press the button.

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Licensing Information

HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

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

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Rovi and Rovi On Screen Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. The Rovi On Screen Guide system is manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. The Rovi On Screen Guide system is protected by one or more United States patents of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries and related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program

schedule information or other data in the Rovi On Screen Guide system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area. In no event shall Rovi Corporation and/or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi On Screen Guide system.

“Blu-ray Disc”, “Blu-ray” and “Blu-ray Disc” logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association. “BRAVIA” and DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED® are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network

Alliance. TrackID is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. Music and video recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry standard in music

recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information, please visit www.gracenote.com. CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, and music and video-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000-present Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright © 2000-present Gracenote. One or more patents owned by Gracenote apply to this product and service. See the Gracenote website for a nonexhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents. Gracenote, CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS, the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the “Powered by Gracenote” logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the United States and/or other countries.

, S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, and are trademarks or registered marks of Sony Corporation.

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Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR® qualified in the “Home” mode. It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of these government agencies, designed to promote energy efficient products and practices.

Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV (i.e. Rovi On Screen Guide, Picture/Sound, Light Sensor, Power Savings) can increase or change the power consumption.

Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may exceed the limits required for the ENERGY STAR qualification in the “Home” mode.

The 55 class has a 54.6 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally).

The illustrations of the remote control used in this manual are of the RM-YD073 unless otherwise stated. The illustrations used in this manual may differ depending on your TV model. Retain this manual for future reference.

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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 and Indicators

Front Right

Terminals

Bottom Rear Right

Remote Control

Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom

Home Menu screen

Top Page > List of Contents

Top of Page

Watching TV

Top of Page

Selecting Channels

Selecting channels from the Home Menu

Selecting channels by the number buttons Rovi On Screen Guide™ Watching in 3D

Watching Twin Picture

Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP)

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

Changing Display/Audio

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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

Audio System

HDMI connection

Optical audio connection

Audio cable connection

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

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

Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal

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 viewing restriction

Blocking specific channels

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Using Internet

Connecting to the Internet

Wireless connection (built-in wireless LAN)

Wired connection (with a LAN cable) Browsing Websites Watching Internet Video Using Internet Applications

Using Skype

Performing initial setup

Making a call Current Music Information Search Music/Video Keyword Search Using Wi-Fi Direct Mode Viewing Photomap

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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Playing Content on a PC

Home Network Settings

Enabling the renderer function

Checking registered remote devices

Allowing/blocking access from controller

Making advanced renderer settings

Selecting servers to display

Checking server connection Playing Content with Renderer Function Using a Smartphone/PC as a Remote Control

Configuring Various Settings

Picture/Screen Settings

Selecting picture mode

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

Locking picture adjustment

Setting screen size/position

Sound Settings

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

Setting sound according to TV position

Channel Settings

Checking signal information

Selecting the cable/antenna signal

Tuning channels automatically

Adding digital channels

Setting channels to surf with CH +/- buttons

Editing channel labels

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Fine adjusting analog channels

Program Information & Service Settings

Setting the information banner

Setting closed captions

Selecting a program information source

General Settings

Turning off the key tone of remote control operations

Turning off start-up logo

Turning on/off the Sony logo illumination

Setting menu language

Setting your region

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 headphone speaker link

Setting audio source for HDMI/DVI input

External Input Settings

Managing external inputs

Switching the video input

Making advanced settings of video input Running initial setup

Support

Checking Sony contact information

Uploading operation history

Software Update

Updating broadcast/service software

Updating TV’s software

Troubleshooting

Power Symptoms Picture/Screen Symptoms Broadcast Reception Symptoms 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms Sound Symptoms Connected Device Symptoms Network/Application Symptoms Home Network Symptoms Remote Control Symptoms

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Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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.

Color buttons

RETURN

Related Information

Home Menu screen

How to use i-Manual

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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Home Menu screen

Overview

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

You can select a desired category in the Home Menu and access items, such as program listings, input sources, TV settings menu, etc.

Categories

How to Use Bookmarks

[Settings]

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

[Applications]

Launches applications that require an Internet connection.

[Sony Entertainment Network]

Enables selection of content from the online service “Sony Entertainment Network.” If “Sony Entertainment Network” is unavailable, the [Sony Entertainment Network] category is not displayed.

[Internet Content]

Enables access to Internet services for TV.

[Recommendations]

Presents recommendations. (Recommendations is available depending on your region/country.) To show/hide [Recommendations], press the HOME button, then select

[Preferences] → [Recommendation] → [On]/[Off].

[TV]

Allows you to select a list of TV channels, or a program guide. (Program guide is available depending on your TV model or region.)

[Media]

[Settings] →

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Enables selection of media files (photo, music, video) to play in a connected USB storage device

or your home network.

[Inputs]

Enables selection of devices connected to the TV.

[Favorites/History]

Displays items in Favorites and recently viewed items.

Steps

Press the HOME button.

The Home Menu appears.

HOME

2. Select the category at the bottom of the screen 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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Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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] at the bottom of the screen 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.

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[Reset]

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. [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. ([Reality Creation] is available depending on the TV model.)

[Video Area Detection]

Adjusts effect level optimally by detecting video area within a picture. ([Video Area Detection] is available depending on the TV model.)

[Resolution]

Adjusts detail and clarity of the picture. ([Resolution] is available depending on the TV model.)

[Noise Filtering]

Adjusts to reduce noise of the picture. ([Noise Filtering] is available depending on the TV model.)

[Smooth Gradation]

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Creates smooth gradations on flat surfaces of the picture.

([Smooth Gradation] is available depending on the TV model.)

[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. [Off]: Use this setting if [Smooth], [Standard], [Clear], [Clear Plus] or [Impulse] results in picture noise. (Depending on the picture content, you may not see the effect visually even if you have changed the settings.)

[CineMotion]

[Auto 1]: Provides smoother picture movement than the original film-based content by applying a film-specific process. Use this setting for standard use. [Auto 2]: 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 1] or [Auto 2] is selected.)

[Advanced Settings]

Sets [Picture Adjustments] settings in more detail.

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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

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.

How to Use Bookmarks

SEN

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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Basic Operations

Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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 Bookmarks] at the bottom of the screen.

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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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.

OPTIONS

Steps

Press the OPTIONS button to display the Options Menu.

How to Use Bookmarks

OPTIONS

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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Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

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.

3D view without 3D Glasses 3D view with 3D Glasses

3D Sync Transmitter and 3D Glasses communication range

The preferred viewing position needs to be kept within the range where the 3D Sync Transmitter works.

Do not put anything in front of the 3D Sync Transmitter. Doing so may affect its function. Signals between the 3D Sync Transmitter and 3D Glasses may be interrupted if an infrared device is used near the TV.

3D Sync Transmitter

Overhead view

120°

1-6 m (3-20 ft.)

Side view

45°

1-6 m (3-20 ft.)

30°

Steps

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

2. Turn the 3D Glasses on, then put them on.

If no 3D effect is achieved, perform the following steps. You can use the following models of 3D Glasses: TDG-BR750, BR250, BR200, BR100, BR50. (Availability of these models may differ depending on the region/country.)

Power button

3D Glasses TDG-BR250

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.

[Side-by-Side]: Displays side-by-side pictures in 3D. [Over-Under]: Displays over-under pictures in 3D. [Simulated 3D]: Displays regular 2D pictures in simulated 3D.

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 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. ([Auto(High)]/[Auto(Low)] are available depending on the TV model.)

[Simulated 3D Effect]

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

[3D Glasses Brightness]

Sets the image brightness when using 3D display mode. By selecting [Auto], image brightness through the 3D Glasses is automatically adjusted in conjunction with the [Picture Mode] setting.

[Auto 3D]

Automatically switches to 3D display mode when a 3D signal is detected. Select [Off] to prevent 3D display mode from being automatically selected when a 3D signal is detected.

[3D Signal Notification]

Notifies when a 3D signal is detected.

Notes

3D effect is available only when pictures are displayed in full screen. If [Motionflow] is set to other than [Off], the smooth movement of the picture may be lost as the

picture process to minimize screen flicker is applied. In such a case, set [Motionflow] to [Off] to

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display the original picture.

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.

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Watch connected device

Switching Input Source

Switch the input source to a device (e.g. BD player, digital still camera, camcorder) that is connected to the TV using an HDMI cable, component cable, or video cable.

Steps

After making a connection, turn on the connected device.

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

INPUT

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3. Start playback on the connected device.

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Light sensor

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

Remote control sensor

Receives signals from the remote control. Do not put anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its function.

(Picture off/Timer)

Lights up in green when you select [Picture Off]. Lights up in orange when you set the timer. Lights up in and/or blinks orange during a software upgrade.

(Standby)

Lights up in red when your TV is in standby mode, PC power saving mode or during a software upgrade.

I (Power)

Lights up in green when the TV is on.

3D Sync Transmitter

Emits the 3D sync signal. Do not put anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its function.

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(Power)

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

CH +/– (Channel)/ /

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

In the TV Home Menu, these buttons will work as

+/– (Volume)/ /

Press to adjust the volume.

In the TV Home Menu, these buttons will work as

(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.

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LAN

Connects to an existing network using an Ethernet cable.

RF input that connects to your cable or antenna.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

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

HDMI IN 1/4

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video device. In addition, when you connect device that is compatible with “Control for HDMI”, communication with the connected device is supported.

Be sure to use only an authorized 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.

If the device has a DVI jack, connect it to HDMI IN 2 through a DVI - HDMI adapter interface (not supplied), and connect the device's audio out jacks to PC/HDMI 2 AUDIO IN.

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Rear

Speaker Integrated Stand

Connects to the Speaker Integrated Stand. Speaker Integrated Stand is not supported by some models.

/ VIDEO IN 1

Connect with a composite video cable. When connecting mono device, 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 L (MONO) audio jack.

For composite use, connect to VIDEO IN 2 for video, and to AUDIO (L/R) of

COMPONENT IN for audio signals.

For component connection, use Y, PB, PR for video signals and also connect to AUDIO (L/R) for audio signals.

The TV will automatically detect and switch between VIDEO IN 2 and

COMPONENT IN. To manually set the input type, press the HOME button, select 2/Component Selection].

[Settings] → [Channels & Inputs] → [Video

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USB 1

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

USB 2

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

/ PC IN

Connect a PC cable with ferrites.

It is recommended to use a PC cable with ferrites. To input PC sound, connect to the AUDIO IN jack, using an audio cable.

PC/HDMI 2 AUDIO IN

This input can be used as a PC audio input, or HDMI2 analog audio input. When connecting a PC, connect its audio out jacks with a suitable audio cable

(not supplied). When connecting a device that has DVI jack, use its analog audio out jacks.

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, select

When you set [Audio Out] in [Headphone/Audio Out], select [Fixed] or [Variable], press the HOME button, then select

→ [Audio Out].

[Settings] → [Sound] → [Headphone/Audio Out].

[Settings] → [Sound]

HDMI IN 2/3

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

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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.

If the device has a DVI jack, connect it to HDMI IN 2 through a DVI - HDMI adapter interface (not supplied), and connect the device's audio out jacks to PC/HDMI 2 AUDIO IN.

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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).

WIDE

Press to select the wide mode.

Press to select the 3D display mode.

TrackID

Press to search for information about music heard from your TV, such as track name, artist information, etc.

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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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Middle

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.

DISPLAY

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

/ / / / /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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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.

INTERNET APPS

Press to display the Internet Apps. Internet Apps may not be available in some region/country.

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,

CC/SUBTITLE

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

, 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 select the next (+) or previous (–) channel.

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.

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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] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

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

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

button.

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Selecting channels by the number buttons

Steps

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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Rovi On Screen Guide™

Overview

Rovi On Screen Guide™ provides up to 24 hours of program information and easy personalization of program listings. You can search for programs by category or keyword.

Steps

Press the GUIDE button to display the program guide.

GUIDE

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

To close the program guide, press the GUIDE button.

To change the source of program information (from Broadcaster or from Guide)

Press the HOME button, select [Settings] → [Channels & Inputs] → [Program Information Source], then the desired setting.

To organize the program listing – My TV

You can organize the program listings by profile (e.g. Movie, Sport, Kids), and create your own profile to organize your favorite programs, channels or keywords. Select [My TV] from the menu area to launch.

Tips

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Channels you add to the main profile of [My TV] will automatically appear as your favorite

channels in [Favorites/History].

About the Program Guide Screen

Video preview window

Displays the last viewed TV channel before entering the guide. You can also set this to preview the program that is selected within the program listings.

Information box

Shows detailed program information.

Rovi On Screen Guide menu area

Enables selection of the following features.

[TV Listings]: Shows up to 24 hours of program listings, and organizes the program listings by category.

[Browse/Search]: Searches for programs by browsing through categories, or by entering a keyword or title.

[Ads]: Provides advertisements from Rovi On Screen Guide sponsors.

[Settings]: Adjusts the settings for the Rovi On Screen Guide.

[My TV]: Organizes the program listings.

Ad panels

Provides advertisements from Rovi On Screen Guide sponsors.

Channel logo

Displays the broadcaster’s channel logo.

Listings grid

Enables selection of a program to watch or to obtain program information.

Notes

When [Broadcaster] is selected as the source of program information, the TV will not display a program guide. Instead, each individual program will have its information shown on-screen when the channel is tuned.

Rovi On Screen Guide is available with connection to your cable service or with over-the-air antenna signal.

You must connect your signal directly to the TV’s CABLE or ANTENNA input without using a set-top box.

Be sure to complete the initial setup to use this feature. DAM (Download Acquisition Mode) is used for software updates and/or collecting data for Rovi On

Screen Guide. When DAM is activated, power consumption may increase.

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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. PC input and TV program).

Steps

Press the OPTIONS button.

OPTIONS

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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.

/ buttons, then press

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 TV program, video input or component input, the sub picture source can be:

- HDMI input (video format)

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

can be:

- TV program

- Video input

- Component input When the main picture source is a PC input, the sub picture source can be:

- TV program

- Video input

- HDMI input (video format)

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.

If [CineMotion] is set to [Auto 1], the smooth movement of the picture in an inset window may be lost. (For [Motionflow] compatible models only.) To remedy this, set to [Auto 2] or [Off]. Press the HOME button, then select

[CineMotion] → [Auto 2]/[Off].

[Settings] → [Picture & Display] → [Picture Adjustments] →

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Troubleshooting

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.

OPTIONS

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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)

TV program and HDMI input (video format) Video input and HDMI input (video format)

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Component 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.

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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.

DISPLAY

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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.

SUBTITLE

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Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Screen format/Wide Mode

Steps

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

WIDE

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 (PC Timing)

800 x 600 [Normal] [Full 1] [Full 2]

1,280 x 768 [Normal] [Full 1] [Full 2]

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Audio (for analog mode)

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen 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.

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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Troubleshooting

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.

BD/DVD player

HDMI cable (not supplied)*

* Be sure to use an authorized 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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INPUT

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

Tips

If you connect a device that is compatible with “Control for HDMI,” you can control it by simply using the TV’s remote control.

Notes

If the device has a DVI jack, connect it to the HDMI (with AUDIO IN) port through a DVI - HDMI adapter interface (not supplied), and connect the device’s audio out jacks to the PC/HDMI AUDIO IN.

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Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

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.

Component video cable (not supplied)

BD/DVD player Audio cable (not supplied)

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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INPUT

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.

Composite video/audio cable

BD/DVD player TV

(not supplied)

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.

INPUT

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

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Useful Functions

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Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

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.

Digital still camera/camcorder

HDMI cable (not supplied)*

* Be sure to use an authorized 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.

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INPUT

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

Tips

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

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Troubleshooting

USB Device

Making a Connection

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

USB storage device

Steps

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

2. Press the HOME button, then select [Media] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

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3. Select [Photos], [Music] or [Videos] using the / buttons, then press the button.

4. Select the USB device containing the file to play 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] → [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels,

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Inputs & Ginga] → [USB Auto Start] → [Browse Photos], [Start Slideshow] or [Off].

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.

Supported Photo File Formats

Extension: .jpg / .jpe / .jpeg Image codec: JPEG DCF 2.0 or Exif 2.21 is supported. Extension: .arw Image codec: RAW ARW/ARW 2.0 format is supported (for preview only). Extension: .mpo Image codec: MPO

Supported Music File Formats

Extension: .mp3 Audio codec: MP1L3 Copyrighted files are not supported. Extension: .wav Audio codec: WAV Extension: .wma Audio codec: WMA9 Extension: .mp4, .m4a Audio codec: AAC-LC, HE-AAC v1

Supported Video File Formats

Extension: .mpg / .mpe / .mpeg / .m2t Container: MPEG1, MPEG2PS, MPEG2TS Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: MPEG1L2, LPCM, AC3, AAC-LC Extension: .m2ts / .mts Container: MPEG2TS Video codec: AVC/H.264 Audio codec: AAC-LC, AC3 Extension: .mp4 Container: MP4 Video codec: AVC/H.264, MPEG4 part2 Audio codec: AAC-LC, HE-AAC v1, AC3, E-AC3 Extension: .asf / .wmv Container: Asf Video codec: VC1, WMV9 Audio codec: WMA9

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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. Displaying a 3D Sweep Panorama photo is available only when [Slideshow Effect] is set to [Simple].

(This feature is available on 3D-compatible models only.) To confirm the setting, press the

OPTIONS button, then select [Playback Method] → [Slideshow Effect].

Scrolling a panoramic photo is available only when [Slideshow Effect] is set to [Simple]/[Crossfade].

To confirm the setting, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Playback Method] → [Slideshow

Effect]. 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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Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Making a Connection

Connect your PC with dedicated cables to enjoy music, pictures and other content stored in it. You can also use an HDMI cable if your PC is compatible with HDMI.

D-sub 15 cable (not supplied)*

Audio cable (not supplied)

* It is recommended to use a PC cable with ferrites, or an equivalent.

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 (Full HD model only) 1920 x 1080, 67.5 kHz/60 Hz (Full HD model only)*

* 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 [Full Pixel]. ([Display Area] is configurable only when [Auto Display Area] is set to [Off].)

Notes

This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. This TV’s PC input 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.)

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Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

HDMI connection

Making a Connection

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

Audio system

HDMI cable (not supplied) *

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

Tips

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

How to Use Bookmarks

Steps

After making a connection, press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of

the screen 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 device that is compatible with “Control for HDMI,” you can control it by simply using the TV’s remote control.

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Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

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.

Audio system

Optical audio cable (not supplied)

Steps

After making a connection, press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of

the screen 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.

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Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Audio cable connection

Making a Connection

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

Audio system

Audio cable (not supplied)

Steps

After making a connection, press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of

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

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

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

8. 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

[Sound] → [Audio Out] → [Variable].

→

[Settings]

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Setting “BRAVIA” Sync

Overview

If the device (e.g. BD player, AV amplifier) connected with an HDMI cable supports “Control for HDMI,” the “BRAVIA” Sync function on 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] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

3. Select [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels, Inputs & Ginga] using the / buttons, then press

button.

the

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

5. Select [Control for HDMI] using the / buttons, then press the button.

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

7. Activate “Control for HDMI” on the connected device.

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

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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

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] → [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels, Inputs & Ginga] → [HDMI 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] → [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels, Inputs & Ginga] → [HDMI Settings] → [TV Auto Power On] → [Off].

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

“Control for HDMI” (“BRAVIA” Sync) is only available for a connected Sony device that has the “BRAVIA” Sync logo or is compatible with “Control for HDMI.”

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Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks

Using the Sync Menu

Overview

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

SYNC MENU

Steps

Press the SYNC MENU button.

SYNC MENU

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.

Available Items

[HDMI Device Selection]

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

[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]

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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 the TV tuner.

[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

[Inputs] in the Home Menu.

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI Device

Overview

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

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

2. Select [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels, Inputs & Ginga] using the / buttons, then press

button.

the

3. Select [HDMI 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.

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[Normal]

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

[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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Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Displaying the HDMI Device List

Overview

You can display a list of connected devices compatible with “Control for HDMI.”

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

2. Select [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels, Inputs & Ginga] using the / buttons, then press

button.

the

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

4. Select [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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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

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] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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.

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[General]

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 1080i/p (50/60Hz) and 480/576p formats only. (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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Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

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] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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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Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Adding to Favorites

Overview

You can quickly access your frequently used items, such as TV channels or external inputs (e.g. game console), by adding them to Favorites. Various items including your media files, Internet content and Widgets can be added to Favorites. You can also access recently viewed items.

Steps

Display a channel, input, file or content to add to Favorites.

2. Press the OPTIONS button.

How to Use Bookmarks

OPTIONS

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

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

Favorites] using the

/ buttons, then press the button.

To access items in Favorites

Press the HOME button, select [Favorites/History], then the desired item.

To remove an item from Favorites

Display the item to delete, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Remove from Favorites]. 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].

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Top Page > Useful Functions > Saving power by picture brightness

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Saving power by picture brightness

Overview

You can reduce power consumption by changing the picture brightness.

Dark picture (High power saving)

Bright picture (Low power saving)

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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.

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High power saving. Picture darkens.

[Low]

Low power saving. Picture darkens slightly.

[Off]

No power saving.

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Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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:

Picture frame

Backlight brightness

Dimmed Dimmed

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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.

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

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Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal

Overview

You can set the TV to turn off automatically when no broadcast or external input signal is detected for 15 minutes.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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

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

4. Select [Auto Shut-off] 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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Parts Description

Watching TV

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Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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.

Current time

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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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Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

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] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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 other items.

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

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Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Setting the sleep timer

Overview

You can set the TV to turn off after a preset period.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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

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

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

5. Select the period until the TV turns off using the / buttons, then press the button.

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

Notes

When you turn off the TV and turn it on again, [Sleep Timer] is reset to [Off].

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Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Using TV as Picture Frame

Overview

You can set a photo in the connected USB device, network device or preset picture folder to be displayed for a specified period.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Media] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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

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

buttons, then press the button.

4. 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.

5. Press the OPTIONS button.

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

7. Select [Picture Frame] using the / buttons, then press the button.

8. Press the RETURN button repeatedly to return to the device selection list.

9. Select [Picture Frame] using the / buttons, then press the button.

To change the duration period

In the Picture Frame mode, press the OPTIONS button, select [Duration], then the desired option.

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Notes

The TV automatically switches to standby mode after a specified period.

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Parts Description

Watching TV

Using Other Devices

Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices

Useful Functions

Using Internet

Using Home Network (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

Setting parental lock password

Overview

Set the 4-digit password for parental lock. The password will be required when you change the parental lock settings.

Steps

Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the /

buttons.

How to Use Bookmarks

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

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

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

5. Enter the password using the number buttons.

6. Re-enter the password using the number buttons to confirm, then press the button.

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

Tips

For the password, refer to Troubleshooting in the paper manual supplied with this TV.

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Sony XBR-65HX950 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 (DLNA)

Configuring Various Settings

Troubleshooting

How to Use Bookmarks