Sony KDL-32BX300 Operating Instructions
Sony KDL-32BX300 - Bravia Bx Series Lcd Television Manual
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.ca/registration LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions 4-181-644-11(1) Introducing Your New BRAVIA® Getting Started Operating the TV Using Features Using the Menus Other Information © 2010 Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A. KDL-32BX300 / 22BX300 Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. 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 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
the Eco Settings 41 Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC and HDMI IN 1/2 42 Using a Wall-Mount Bracket 43 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket 43 Troubleshooting 51 Important Notices 55 Specifications 56 Index 57 Customer Support United States http://www.sony.com/tvsupport - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
you for choosing this Sony BRAVIA® high-definition television. Use the documentation listed below to get the most out of your TV. Safety Booklet Contains precautionary measures to keep you and your TV safe. Read this information prior to setting up your TV. Operating Instructions Provides the most - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
remote control to fill the screen. TV Feature Highlights Your BRAVIA comes with many convenient features, such as: ➢ BRAVIA® SyncTM: Allows your BRAVIA TV to communicate with other Sony equipment supporting your TV to the most suitable picture and sound settings based on the scenes for the best - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
for safety and to avoid damage. KDL-32BX300 KDL-22BX300 • Ensure your TV has adequate ventilation, see page 14. • For best picture quality, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight. • Avoid installing the TV in a room with reflective wall and floor materials. • Avoid moving the - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
720p/480p/480i) 1 R L (MONO) AUDIO PR 2R L PC IN AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 2 IN PB Y RGB AUDIO R L AUDIO OUT (FIX) SERVICE 720p/480p/480i)/ signal. R-AUDIO-L (MONO) This TV can auto detect and switch between the VIDEO and COMPONENT 1 when VIDEO or COMPONENT 1 is connected. To set - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
TV settings or your PC's resolution and timing. See page 12 for information on how to setup your PC to this TV TV's audio through your stereo system. 8 SERVICE ONLY This port is to be used when service is required. • An HDMI or Component video (YPBPR) connection is required to view 480i, 480p, 720p - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • It is strongly recommended that you connect the CABLE/ANTENNA input A B Rear of TV CABLE/ANTENNA • Be sure to set the Signal Type setting to Cable or Antenna found under the Channel settings for your input signal - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
Satellite Box You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this equipment to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input located on the back of - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
CATV/Satellite antenna cable Rear of TV AUDIO VIDEO IN CABLE/ ANTENNA DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 R L (MONO) AUDIO PR 2R L PC IN AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO IN 1 2 IN PB Y RGB AUDIO R L AUDIO OUT (FIX) SERVICE ONLY AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
or HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.) HD15-HD15 cable (analog RGB) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) Rear of TV AUDIO VIDEO IN CABLE/ ANTENNA DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 1 R L (MONO) AUDIO PR COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 2 R L PC IN AUDIO PC/HDMI 1 AUDIO - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
/ ANTENNA DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) COMPONENT IN (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 1 R L (MONO) AUDIO PR 2R L IN PB Y RGB AUDIO R L AUDIO OUT (FIX) SERVICE ONLY Getting Started Digital audio equipment (A/V Receiver/ Home Theater) Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
cm) 4 inches (10 cm) 4 inches (10 cm) Leave at least this much space around the set. Never install the TV set as follows: Air circulation is blocked. Air circulation is blocked. Wall Wall • Inadequate ventilation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause TV damage or cause a fire. 14 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
damage, serious bodily injury or even death. Preventing the TV from Toppling ❑ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand. ❑ Do not allow children to play or climb on furniture and TV sets. ❑ Avoid placing or hanging items on the TV. ❑ Never install the TV on: • slippery, unstable and/or uneven surfaces - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Screw (not supplied) • Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV model name. For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or visit: www.sony.com/accessories For Canada call: 1-877-899-7669 • If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to tighten at - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
"Home" optimizes the picture for normal home use and is Energy Star compliant. later time, press MENU and then select Auto Program under Retail Channel settings. Home • Connect either your cable or antenna to the TV (you can connect both using an A-B RF switch (not supplied)); for more details - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
that no objects are blocking the path between the remote control and the IR sensor on your TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your remote control; try turning off the fluorescent lamps. • If you are having problems with the remote control, reinsert or replace your batteries and make sure - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
to the TV by using the Control for HDMI 3 function (not available on all Control for HDMI 4 equipment). Some other buttons on the remote control may also operate BRAVIA® SyncTM equipment. THEATER: Press to turn on and off the Theater Mode. The picture settings will be set for a cinema - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. 7 MENU Press to display the menu with TV functions and settings. See "Using the Menus" on page 26. • When you set Scene Select to Photo, Music, Cinema, Game or Sports, Sound Mode is automatically - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
. Press to turn on and off the TV. qd WIDE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Wide Mode settings. See page 24. qf DISPLAY Press once to display the banner with channel/program 8 information you are watching. The banner will time - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
1 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signal from the remote control. Receiver 2 (Picture Lights up in orange when the sleep timer is set. Off)/ Lights up in green when the Power Saving is set to Picture Off. (Timer) LED 3 1 (Standby) Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode. LED 4 " (Power) LED - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
TV's remote control. Video Camera • Automatically turns the TV settings must be set on both the TV and connected equipment. For settings on the connected equipment, refer to their instruction manuals. • When specific Sony equipment compatible with Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) is connected, BRAVIA - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
TV receives. You can manually select available Wide Mode settings as you watch your TV by pressing the WIDE button on your remote control or you can set your TV to Auto Wide. To set Full • Your Favorites list will be cleared each time you run the Auto Program. 24 Zoom Zoom Normal is available with - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
When a PC is connected to the TV and PC input is selected, you can change the PC Screen settings. Screen PC PC Settings Wide Mode Auto Adjustment Phase Pitch Horizontal Center Vertical Center Normal 0 0 0 0 Set To change the Wide Screen Mode for PC Timing Press WIDE repeatedly to cycle through - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
TV settings. Navigating through TV Menus 1 Press on the remote control to display the menu options. 2, 3 2 Press V/v/B/b to navigate on the menu or adjust the settings assigned to them. Parental Lock: set the password and limit access to programming based on rating levels. You can also block - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
(see page 20). When Customized picture Scene Select is set to General, the options below can be selected. viewing Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard Select for standard picture settings. Recommended for home entertainment. Custom Select to store your preferred - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
Resets the advanced settings to the default values. Adv. Contrast Enhancer Automatically adjusts backlight and contrast to the most suitable settings judging from the brightness of the screen. This setting is especially effective for dark scenes, and will increase the contrast distinction of the - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Sets a sound mode. Sound Mode includes options best suited for video. The available options depend on the scene select settings. to select your frequency response curve. Select Reset to reset the Equalizer settings to the default values. (Available when Sound Mode is set to Custom.) Adjust - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
you are disabling the TV speakers. • MTS Audio is only available for analog programs. • Alternate Audio is only available if the program is broadcast with alternate audio streams. • You can also access Sound Mode, MTS Audio and Alternate Audio by using the TOOLS button on the remote control. 30 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
original picture without distorting the aspect ratio. Auto Wide On Select On to automatically change Wide Mode setting based on the content. Off when you are watching a 720p, 1080i or 1080p source. • If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
TV and the PC input is selected, the PC settings screen appears instead of the Screen settings. Wide Mode Normal Select to display in the original image size. Full 1 Select to enlarge the picture to fill the display area, keeping its original aspect ratio PC signal connected to HDMI input. 32 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
cable channels via Cable TV provider. Antenna Select if you are using an antenna. Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable , press . Allows you to fine-tune the selected analog channel manually if you feel that a slight tuning adjustment may improve picture quality - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Option Description Enter Password The Parental Lock settings allow you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. Use 0-9 on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time you create a password, confirm the password by entering it - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
Parental guidance suggested. TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned. TV-MA Mature audience only. Content-Based Ratings FV Fantasy violence. D Suggestive dialogue. L Strong language. S Sexual situations. V Violence. Using the Menus • To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Rating Options To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (see page 34). Option English Rating French Rating U.S.A. Rating Description C All children. C8+ Children 8 years Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your Parental Lock - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
turned off. On when Muting Closed Captions (CC) is turned on when the TV is muted. Analog CC Allows you to select basic analog (EIA-608) service is available, select from the Service 1-6 or CC1-4. Digital CC Options Allows you to make additional settings for remote control. (Continued) 37 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
available from the broadcaster. Info Banner appears on the screen each time the channel and external inputs are changed or when DISPLAY on the remote control is pressed. Label Video Allows you to identify A/V equipment you connected to the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc. Inputs For example, if you - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
BD player, etc; via the remote control. Tuning and For basic made to items grayed out. Adjustments Select Unlock to allow adjustment to any of the Picture settings. Lock Product Contact Sony Sony contact information is available on this screen for your Support convenience. TV specific - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
Follow the instructions on the screen. Some settings such as Picture, Sound, and Parental Lock will not be affected by this Initial Setup. If you wish to return your TV to factory settings, please see the Troubleshooting section on page 54. • Favorite channel list will be cleared each time you run - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
1h, 2h, or 4h when no buttons are pressed on the remote control or the TV. Select Off to disable this function. Auto Shut Off Select On to automatically power off the TV when no input signal is detected for a certain period of time. Select Off to disable this function. Using the Menus 41 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
IN 1/2 After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to TV's PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. • This TV's PC VGA input does not support interlaced signals. • Your PC must support one of the above PC input signals to display on the television - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
Wall-Mount Bracket To Customers Your TV can be wall-mounted using Wall Mount Bracket model SU-WL500 (for KDL-32BX300) or SU-WL100 (for KDL-22BX300). Please provide this installation information as well as the instruction supplied with SU-WL500/SU-WL100 Wall-Mount Bracket to your installer. To Sony - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
on should be capable of supporting a weight of at least four times that of the TV. FOR SU-WL500 Step 1: Checking the parts required for the installation Open the Wall-Mount Bracket package and check the contents for all required parts along with the Instructions. Step 2: Deciding on the installation - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
the Base Bracket on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. Step 4: Preparing the TV for wall mount installation Follow the steps below to prepare for installing the TV. 1 Disconnect all the cables from the TV. 2 Secure the Mounting Hook to the rear of the TV. Determine the screw locations - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Hook location When installing the Mounting Hooks on the TV. When installing the TV onto Base Bracket. Wall TV 3 Adjust the angle of the Mounting Hook. Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. 4 Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks Do not remove any other screws from the TV. of the TV. 46 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
. Step 5: Installing the TV on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL500. ~ • When you put the TV back on the Table-Top Stand, reverse the above steps. • When moving the TV, do not squeeze the bottom of the front panel too tight. • Remove the screws or install the Mounting Hook on a stable and - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
Figures in the above table may differ slightly depending on the installation. CAUTION The wall that the TV will be installed on should be capable of supporting a weight of at least four times that of the TV. Step 4: Installing the Base Plate on the wall Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL100. 48 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
Step 5: Preparing the TV for wall mount installation Follow the steps below to prepare for installing the TV. 1 Disconnect all the cables from the TV. 2 Align the holes on the left Mounting Hook with the corresponding holes on the rear of the TV. Secure them to the TV using two screws (supplied with - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
Hook with the corresponding holes on the rear of the TV. Secure them to the TV using two screws (supplied with SU-WL100). Screw (+PSW 4 × 12) Mounting Hook Step 6: Installing the TV on the Base Plate Refer to the Instructions for SU-WL100. 1 Connect the cables to the corresponding inputs on the - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
refer to the Quick Setup Guide provided for connections. If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV even after you read this operating instructions manual, contact the following: For US Support: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or call 1-800 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
on the signal content. See Quick Setup Guide (supplied) to display the best possible picture for that signal. • Content if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life. (3-5 years in normal use, 1-2 years at the seaside.) • Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
auto-detect the TV and correctly set up PC timing. • Verify the PC is not in standby or hibernation mode. • Adjust the resolution (see page 42). • Adjust Pitch and Phase. • Due to the thin profile of this television, the heat generated by the LCD panel backlight and supporting electronics will be - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
detail, especially during fastmotion or dark scenes Remote control does not operate Some digital cable channels are not being displayed Lost password How to reset the TV to factory settings Explanation/Solution • Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16:9 (this - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
with the instructions, may Sony Wall-Mount Bracket with your TV model. Sony TV Model No. KDL-32BX300 KDL-22BX300 Sony Wall-Mount Bracket Model No. SU-WL500 SU-WL100 Use with other Wall-Mount Brackets may cause instability and could result in property damages or injury. Note This television - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
.6 Remote control RM-YD035 (1)/Size AAA batteries (2)/Operating Instructions (1)/Quick Setup Guide (1)/Warranty Card (1)/Safety and Regulatory Booklet (1)/Software License (1)/Stand installation guide (1)/Table-Top Stand (1 set)/Screws (7) Connecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
IN 8 PC Settings 32 Phase 32 Picture 27 Picture Adjustments Lock 39 Picture Mode 27 Picture Off ( ) LED 22 Pitch 32 POWER ("/1) button 21 POWER (") LED 22 POWER button 22 Power Saving 41 Product Support 39 R Rating 34 Reset 27, 29, 54 RETURN button 20 S SCENE button 20 SERVICE ONLY 8 Sharpness 27 - Sony KDL-32BX300 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
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4-181-644-
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(1)
LCD
Digital Color TV
Operating Instructions
Introducing Your New BRAVIA
®
Getting Started
Operating the TV
Using Features
Using the Menus
Other Information
KDL-32BX300 / 22BX300
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