Sony XEL-1 Operating Manual

OLED Digital TV

Operating Instructions

Owner’s Record

The model, serial numbers and the date of manufacture are written on rating label. It is located at the bottom of the TV. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this TV.

Model Name

Serial No.

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 10 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with or ) must be used.

When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted with a 10 AMP FUSE otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 10 AMP FUSE at the distribution board.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

FUSE

How to replace the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.

Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with the product.

Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Sony product.

Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

CAUTION

Bright, stationary images, such as TV station logos or photos, displayed on your TV can become permanently imprinted onto the screen. This type of imprint is known as “Image Retention”. Please take the following steps to reduce the risk of this occurring:

View a variety of programme sources or programming material. Changing the programme material viewed reduces the possibility that a single image will become imprinted on the TV screen.

When using video games, set-top boxes, or similar products with your TV, or when viewing a TV station whose logo always stays on the screen, select the appropriate “Picture” settings for the room brightness and set “Picture Mode” to “Standard” (see page 31 for instructions on adjusting “Picture” settings).

This TV was designed primarily for viewing TV broadcasts in wide screen mode (16:9 aspect ratio). Therefore, when viewing conventional (4:3) TV programmes, select “Smart” in the “Screen Format”.

To reduce the risk of image retention, turn off the On Screen Display (OSD) by pressing the / button, and turn off the menus of connected equipment (see page 19, 29).

IMAGE RETENTION IS NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. Un-repairable damage can occur and is not covered under warranty.

Trademark information

s is a registered trademark of the DVB Project s HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia

Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

s “XMB” and “xross media bar” are the trademarks of Sony

Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

s Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby

and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

s Adobe is a registered trademark or a trademark of Adobe

Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Notice for Digital TV function

s Any functions related to Digital TV ( ) will only work in

countries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) digital terrestrial signals are broadcast or where you have access to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) cable service. Please confirm with your local dealer if you can receive a DVB-T signal where you live or ask your cable provider if their DVB-C cable service is suitable for integrated operation with this TV.

s The cable provider may charge an additional fee for such a

service and you may be required to agree to their terms and conditions of business.

s Although this TV set follows DVB-T and DVB-C

specifications, compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial and DVB-C digital cable broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.

s Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some

countries/regions and DVB-C cable may not operate correctly with all providers.

s For more information about DVB-C functionality please see

our cable support site: http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/DVBC/

Table of Contents

XEL-1 Overview 6

Welcome to the World of OLED ...................................................................................................... 6

Start-up Guide

Safety Information.......................................................................................................................... 15

Precautions..................................................................................................................................... 17

Remote and TV Controls/Indicators ............................................................................................. 18

Watching TV

Watching TV.................................................................................................................................... 21

Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) ..................................................... 23

Using the Digital Favourite List .......................................................................................... 24

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting Chart ........................................................................................................................... 25

Viewing Pictures from Connected Equipment............................................................................. 27

Playing Back Photo via USB ......................................................................................................... 27

Using Control for HDMI.................................................................................................................. 28

Protecting the TV Screen

Precautions to Protect the Screen from Damage........................................................................ 29

Using MENU Functions

Navigating through TV Home Menu (XMB™)............................................................................... 30

Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 31

Additional Information

Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 40

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 41

: for digital channels only

Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety Information” section of this manual. Retain this manual for future reference.

XEL-1 Overview

Welcome to the World of OLED

Organic light-emitting diode TV “XEL-1” realises unparalleled picture quality

OLED Display

The OLED (organic light-emitting diode) display contains organic materials that emit light when an electric current is passed through them (see Figure 1). As the light emissions are self-generated, the level can be controlled by altering the strength of the current. Because there is no need for a backlight, an OLED display is much thinner and lighter than a conventional LCD panel. It also features high contrast, high brightness, excellent colour reproduction and rapid response to moving pictures.

Light

Cathode

Electron transport layer

Emissive layer

Hole transport layer

Anode

Figure 1

Picture Quality

Brightness

Enjoy stunning pictures of stars twinkling in a pitch-black sky or fireworks spectacularly lighting up the night sky. With its light-emitting structure, the OLED display can reproduce virtually any colour by combining the red, green and blue light emitted by the organic materials, while black is shown by no light emission. True black is created by preventing all light emission completely, achieving the high contrast that conventional displays cannot match. There are broadly two ways to extract the light emitted by the organic materials (see Figure

2). In the bottom emission method, the light is extracted from the TFT substrate side. Since

the drive circuits and wires are present on the TFT substrate, the area from which light can be extracted is limited. In top emission, on the other hand, light is extracted from the opposite side of the TFT substrate. Because there are almost no obstacles, the light can be extracted efficiently. Sony’s OLED displays use the top emission method, ensuring high brightness and superb picture quality.

Cathode

Transparent anode

Semitransparent cathode

Organic layer

TFT

Bottom emission method

decreases, the colour purity of the light passing through the semitransparent cathode increases. As a result, each colour is vividly and clearly reproduced. The colour purity is further enhanced by passing the light through a colour filter. The self-luminous nature of the OLED display not only generates the full colour spectrum of bright images, but delivers vivid colour reproduction capability at nearly all brightness levels to produce stunning pictures (see Figure

5). Polarising film used to be the common method of preventing reflection of ambient light. The use of such polarising film, however, causes a reduction in brightness that would compromise the properties of the OLED display. The use of colour filters, on the other hand, prevent reflection of ambient light and lessen its effects while enabling the image to be reproduced in its essential colours. In addition to the high brightness and high efficiency of the top emission method, by selecting the film thickness to match the wavelength of the light and using colour filters, Sony has succeeded in producing brighter, more colourful images. This unique system of Sony’s is called “Super Top Emission”.

XEL-1 Overview

Organic layer

Anode

Top emission method

Figure 2

TFT

Vividness

Enjoy colourful pictures of gardens full of spring flowers and gorges bathed in vibrant autumn colours. Colours are reproduced using the red, green and blue organic layers. The film thickness is selected to match the wavelength for each colour (see Figure 3). The light emitted in the organic layer is reflected back and forth between the anode and the cathode. Only light whose wavelength matches the thickness of the film interferes, increasing in strength (see Figure 4). As the light of other superfluous wavelengths

red green blue

Figure 3

Figure 4

Glass substrate

Colour filter

Semitransparent cathode

Organic layer

Anode TFT

Glass substrate

Semitransparent cathode

Organic layer Anode

Glass substrate

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Brightness

Colour reproduction area

Figure 5

Depth and Spatial Effect

Enjoy dramatic pictures of the soaring Himalayas stretching into the distance or drift ice floating out to sea. The high contrast, high peak brightness and wide colour reproduction featured by the OLED display produce realistic images with the texture of the original. Exquisite shades of black make the surrounding colours stand out, creating a sharp image and enabling the OLED display to reproduce depth and perspective as well as texture.

Stable Moving Pictures

Enjoy clear pictures of a fast-moving football match or an action-packed film with little image lag. The OLED display’s organic materials emit light when subjected to an electric current. The light emission level changes instantly when the current is altered, and the panel’s responsiveness is such that the slightest change in colour tone is performed as quickly as a colour shift from white to black, ensuring minimal image lag regardless of the pictures displayed. The XEL-1 features unique image processing technology called “Fine Motion”. Creating enhanced motion based on the image content, coupled with the OLED display’s unique features, “Fine Motion” reproduces fast-moving scenes with incredible smoothness and clarity.

Main Unit

Display

A significant benefit of the self-luminous OLED display is that, unlike conventional liquid crystal displays, it does not require a backlight. The organic layer is so thin that it is measured in nanometers (nm). An OLED display is about as thick as the glass panels aligned on either side of the light-emitting organic material layer, protecting it.

Arm

The lightness of the panel allows great flexibility in the position of the arm. The panel design with its offset arm creates the impression of floating in mid-air.

Pedestal

The main high-density mounting board and compact speakers are incorporated into the pedestal, which is distanced from the panel. Storing the highly compact components in the pedestal contributes to the impression of the panel floating in mid-air.

XEL-1 Overview

Rear View

Whether placed against a wall or standing on a desk, the XEL-1 is stylish and elegant. When standing alone, its sophisticated design can be appreciated from all sides. The rear panel has a mirror-like metal surface, creating a sense of oneness with the pedestal and arm.

Enjoy the XEL-1’s stunning pictures to your heart’s content.

Start-up Guide

Before Use

To check the accessories

Mains lead (Type C) (1)

• Except for the United Kingdom.

Mains lead (Type BF) (1)

• Only for the United Kingdom.

• See “NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM” on page 4 when using this mains lead.

Mains adaptor AC-ED002 (1)

When changing the battery

Unlock the battery holder by pushing a pen tip into the hole located on the rear of the remote. Slide the battery holder out. Replace the battery with CR2032 (lithium) battery with e side up in the battery holder of the remote.

Slide to open

• Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.

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

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

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

Remote RM-ED015 (1)

CR2032 (lithium) battery (1)

Cleaning cloth (1)

To insert a battery into the remote

When using the remote for the first time

Pull the insulation film out from the remote.

1: Connecting an aerial/Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder)

Connecting a Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder) with HDMI

2: Connecting the mains lead

Before connecting the mains adaptor to the TV, complete all connections with the equipment.

1 Connect the mains adaptor to the TV. 2 Connect the mains adaptor with the mains

lead.

3 Connect the mains lead to the mains

socket (220-240V AC, 50Hz).

• The type of mains lead varies depending on the region where the TV is used. See “To check the accessories” on page 10.

Start-up Guide

Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder)

DC IN 16V

Mains adaptor

Mains lead

3: Performing the initial setup

4 Press V/v to select the country in which

you will operate the TV, then press .

Country

Select country.

United Kingdom

Ireland

Nederland

België/Belgique

Luxembourg

France

Italia

To mains socket

3-11

1 Connect the TV to your mains socket

(220-240V AC, 50Hz).

2 Press "/1 on the TV.

When you switch on the TV for the first time, the language menu appears on the screen.

3 Press V/v/B/b to select the language

displayed on the menu screens, then press

Language

English

Nederlands

Français

Italiano

Deutsch

Türkçe

Español

Català

Português

Polski

Česky

Magyar

Русский

ББлгар

Suomi

Dansk

Svenska

Norsk

Slovenčina

Română

ски

If the country in which you want to use the TV does not appear in the list, select “-” instead of a country.

5 Press V/v to select the location type in

which you will operate the TV, then press

• Select “Home” for the best TV settings to use the TV in the home.

Location

Select location.

Home

Shop

6 Select “OK” then press .

Auto Tuning

Do you want to start Auto Tuning?

OK Cancel

7 Press V/v to select “Antenna” or “Cable”,

then press .

If you select “Cable”, the screen for selecting the scan type appears. See “To tune the TV for cable connection” (page 13). The TV starts searching for all available digital channels, followed by all available analogue channels. This may take some time, so do not press any buttons on the TV or remote while proceeding.

If a message appears for you to confirm the aerial connection

No digital or analogue channels were found. Check all the aerial/cable connection and then press to start autotuning again.

8 When the “Programme Sorting” menu

appears on the screen, follow the steps of “Programme Sorting” (page 36).

If you do not change the order in which the analogue channels are stored on the TV, press RETURN to go to step 9.

Quick Start

TV turns on more quickly but standby power consumption is increased.

Do you want to enable Quick Start?

Yes No

For details, see page 32.

Control for HDMI

Do you want to enable control for compatible

HDMI devices?

Yes No

For details, see page 28.

11 Press .

The TV has now tuned in all the available channels.

To tune the TV for cable connection

1 Press . 2 Press V/v to select “Quick Scan” or “Full

Scan”, then press .

“Quick Scan”: channels are tuned according to the cable provider information within the broadcast signal. This option is recommended for fast tuning when supported by your cable provider. If the “Quick Scan” does not tune, please use the “Full Scan” method below. “Full Scan”: all available channels are tuned and stored. This procedure may take some time. This option is recommended when “Quick Scan” is not supported by your cable provider. For further information about supported cable providers, refer to support web site: http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/ DVBC/

3 Press v to select “Start”, then press .

The TV starts searching for channels. Do not press any buttons on the TV or remote.

• Some cable providers do not support “Quick Scan”. If no channels are detected using “Quick Scan”, perform “Full Scan”.

• XEL-1 screen saver may appear if no operation is performed for a few minutes.

Start-up Guide

• When a digital broadcast channel cannot be received, or when selecting a country in which there are no digital broadcasts in step 4, the time must be set after performing step 8.

• XEL-1 screen saver may appear if no operation is performed for a few minutes.

Adjusting the Viewing Angle of the TV

This TV’s display panel can be adjusted to tilt back and forth within the angles as illustrated below.

Left view

55° 15°

Front

• When adjusting, do not directly touch or bend the display panel.

• When adjusting the display panel backward, take care not to catch your fingers between the panel and arm of the TV.

• When adjusting the angle, hold the right side of the display panel.

Display Panel

ArmPedestal

Safety Information

Installation/Set-up

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

Installation

s The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains

socket.

s Place the TV set on a stable, level surface. s Do not place the TV or remote in a place subject to extreme

temperature, such as in direct sunlight, near a radiator, near a heating vent or near fire. Otherwise, overheating may result and cause enclosure deformation or a malfunction. Do not install the TV in a place directly exposed to air conditioning. If the TV is installed in such a location, moisture may condense inside and cause a malfunction.

Transporting

s Before transporting the TV set, disconnect all cables. s When you transport the TV, place your hand as illustrated and

hold it securely. Do not put stress on the screen.

s Do not transport the TV by holding the screen. It may cause

damage to the TV and/or serious injury.

s When lifting or moving the TV, hold it firmly with both hands

from the bottom.

s When transporting the TV set, do not subject it to jolts or

excessive vibration.

s When transporting the TV set for repairs or when moving, pack

it using the original carton and packing material.

– Do not install the TV set as shown below.

Air circulation is blocked.

Wall

Mains lead

Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:

– Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other suppliers. – Insert the plug fully into the mains socket. – Operate the TV set on a 220-240 V AC supply only. – When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your

safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables.

– Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket before

working on or moving the TV set. – Keep the mains lead away from heat sources. – Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is

covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may

deteriorate, which could result in a fire.

Notes

s Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment. s Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The

core conductors may be exposed or broken.

s Do not modify the mains lead. s Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead. s Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the

mains lead.

s Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket. s Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.

Ventilation

s Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the

cabinet.

s Leave space around the TV set as shown below.

15 cm

5 cm

10 cm

Leave at least this space around the set.

s To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection of dirt

or dust: – Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, backwards,

or sideways. – Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, bed or in a closet. – Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, such as curtains, or

items such as newspapers, etc.

5 cm

Prohibited Usage

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

Location:

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

Environment:

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

Situation:

Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet removed, or with attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Disconnect the TV set from mains socket and aerial during lightning storms.

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