Sony KDL-40Z4100 Operating Instructions

Sony KDL-40Z4100 - Bravia Z Series Lcd Television Manual

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    3-297-695-12(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-40Z4100 KDL-46Z4100 © 2008 Sony Corporation
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    this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. For Customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. CAUTION Use the following Sony TVs only with the following WALL-MOUNT BRACKET or TV-stand. Sony TV Model No. KDL-40Z4100 KDL-46Z4100 Sony Wall
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    Photos 39 Listening to Music 39 Watching TV 39 Accessing External Inputs 39 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 40 TV Settings Descriptions 41 Product Support 41 Clock/Timers Settings 41 Picture Settings 42 Sound Settings 44 Screen Settings 45 Channel Settings 47 CC Closed Captions
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    to-height ratio of the image). HDTV uses a wider screen than conventional standarddefinition TV. 16:9 (high-definition) source Most HDTV signals use a wide screen aspect ratio of 16:9. The 16:9 fills your BRAVIA screen, maintaining a crisp, clear, vivid picture. 4:3 (standard-definition) source Most
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    Inputs: cable, satellite, VCR, DVD players or other optional equipment can also be selected from the vertical Category Object Bar from the External Inputs. ~ • This manual is for the 40 and 46 inch BRAVIA KDL-Z series models with screen size measured diagonally. 5
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    not put stress on the LCD panel or the frame around the screen. • Be careful to not pinch your hands or the AC power cord when you install the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand. 4 Use the supplied screws to attach the TV unit to the Table-Top Stand (refer to the "Attaching the Table
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    the Wall-Mount Bracket model designed for your TV and the wall-mounting of your TV should be performed by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor. • For bracket installation, refer to the supplied "Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket" and the instruction guide provided by the Wall-Mount Bracket model for
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    that face the screen with opaque drapery. • Install the TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material. • When moving the TV from a cold area to a warm area, a sudden room temperature change may cause the TV's picture to blur or show poor color due to moisture condensation
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    2) and follow the instruction manual provided with the Sony TV stand. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used, consider the following recommended measures. Recommended Measures to Secure the TV Secure the Stand for the TV Make sure the TV stand can adequately support the weight of the TV. Use two
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    AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i ) 4 AUDIO OUT R AUDIO L L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX) 234 LAN DMe x / (10/100) SERVICE 6 7 8 9 DMPORT CABLE/ANTENNA 0 Side Panel qa qs AC IN IN 4 2 VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO L (MONO) 1 AUDIO R ~ • This TV displays all video input signals in
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    using an Ethernet cable. You can use this connection to connect to a network and receive software updates from the Internet. This USB port is for service only unless you are connecting the optional BRAVIA external module (DMex). 7 DIGITAL AUDIO Connects to the optical audio input of your digital
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    /HD 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 on the back of your
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    Started Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO COMPONENT IN 1 2 Y PB PC IN RGB IN DIGITAL 1 AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 3 DVI-to-HDMI cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R PR L AUDIO R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 AUDIO OUT R AUDIO
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    VESA VESA CEA-861* ~ • This 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. • For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use
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    satellite receiver Digital cable Audio USB box system drive Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO COMPONENT IN 1 2 R AUDIO (1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i) 4 AUDIO OUT R AUDIO L L AUDIO R (VAR/FIX) LAN DMex/ (10/100) SERVICE DMPORT CABLE/ Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment
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    features an electronic program guide. Select to begin the TV Guide setup. Next, you will see a confirmation screen with instructions on how to acquire the TV Guide On Screen service. • The service is free of charge. • Your TV acquires program listing information while your TV is turned off. • Allow
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    Auto Program, see page 47. HDMI Settings General Setup Settings Initial Setup TV s To Add Digital Channels Use the Add Digital Channels feature as TV is turned back on. • Auto Program may be canceled while the channels are being scanned. Press RETURN first, then press either B/b on the remote
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    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
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    Remote Control Button Description 1 2 3 4 DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP 5 6 THEATER SOUND PICTURE in the optional BRAVIA external module (e.g. DMX-NV1). See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for more information. The
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    GUIDE Press to open the TV Guide On Screen system. Press again to exit the Guide. For instructions on using a specific menu, see "How to Use TV Guide On Screen information, refer to the operating manual of the connected equipment. qk Red, Green, To use with Sony Blu-ray player (BD) see chart on
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    TV. DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV Screen Mode 4:3 Original source 16:9 Original source Standard-definition source High-definition source SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP THEATER SOUND PICTURE with 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p sources. Changing the Wide Screen Mode for PC Timing
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    image with the current program in a window. Press again to fill the screen with the frozen image. Press a third time to return to the current program. Freeze Operating the TV PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE CC FREEZE VOL MUTING CH JUMP REC RECPAUSE RECSTOP BD/DVD TOP
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    STOP THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE CC FREEZE Button wk JUMP Description Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The TV alternates between the current components. For details, see "Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control" on page 28. VOL MUTING CH JUMP REC RECPAUSE RECSTOP BD/DVD
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    LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate that the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on the back cover). 5 POWER LED Lights up in green when the TV is turned on. 6 (IR) Infrared Receives IR signals from the remote control. Do not put Receiver anything near the sensor
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    control. If this is the case, use your equipment's own remote control. DISPLAY LIGHT POWER TV POWER DVD AMP STB TV 2 FUNCTION PREV REPLAY ADVANCE NEXT PLAY SYNC MENU PAUSE STOP THEATER SOUND PICTURE WIDE CC FREEZE 2 4 Auto Backlight The backlight can be set to light up when a button
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    your equipment's code is not listed, visit http://esupport.sony.com/remotecodes for a more comprehensive list. Sony Equipment Codes Sony Equipment Programmable Code Number AV Receiver 52172 Blu-ray 01877 00000, 00003, 00008, 00237, 00477, 00877, 01877 00000, 00525, 00899 27 Operating the TV
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    remote control. Press INPUT to see your connected equipment in the External Inputs menu. Button functionality may differ depending on your equipment. Button Action Access Control DISPLAY Display Select Clear, (cancel) ENT Enter Shortcuts Control GUIDE Guide VOL +/- TV volume +/-
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    as a factory default. To remove from Favorites, follow the instructions below. Navigating Favorites 1 Press B/b to move between saved highlight Remove from Favorites and press . ~ • Auto Program will clear your TV channels from Favorites (see pages 16 and 47). • Initial Setup will return
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    server's operating instructions for more details on JPEG photo displaying capabilities. Sony does not guarantee that all media servers will display JPEG photos on this TV. ~ • Viewing content which is obtained between networked DLNA Certified equipment depends on the media formats supported by the
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    an active network (see page 52). • The TV can display a maximum photo file size of 8 megabytes from DLNA Certified media servers. • The photo display resolution range is 16 x 16 to 4,096 x 4,096 pixels. Navigating through Photo Use the remote control buttons described below to navigate through the
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    Select to optimize picture display quality or display fill the display screen with thumbnails. DLNA Certified media server. Information Select to view photo folder, equipment, or server information. Add to Favorites Select to add a photo, folder, or equipment to Favorites with the TV remote
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    menu. Photo Options menu Picture Adjustments Select to make adjustments to photos (see page 42 Picture Adjustments). Sound Adjustments see page 32. • Photos cannot be stored in the TV. Music Listen to music MP3 files directly from a Sony connected USB equipment (not supplied) or add music to a
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    Music Use the remote control buttons or Date Order Reverse. Thumbnail View Select to fill display screen with thumbnails. Add for Slideshow Select to make a music to add a track, folder, or equipment to Favorites with the remote control. Remove from Favorites Select to remove a track, folder,
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    may be necessary to manually change the channel display (see next page). Use your TV's remote control to navigate the Guide system. To Do This ... View TV Guide Find a program to watch Return to Service Bar Use shortcuts Do This... Press GUIDE to display the TV Guide. Press GUIDE again to exit or
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    Service Bar. You can search for programs using the following options: KEYWORD, ALPHABETICAL, MOVIES, SPORTS, CHILDREN, EDUCATIONAL, NEWS, VARIETY, SERIES and HDTV by pressing V/v/B/b. Customizing the TV Guide On Screen system settings Highlight SETUP on the Service Bar then press v to highlight
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    The BRAVIA Sync function on this TV communicates with other Sony equipment supporting the Control for HDMI function. To connect Sony equipment with Control for HDMI Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo for connection. See pages 12 to 15 or see the HDMI connection shown in the Quick Setup Guide
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    two pictures simultaneously. P&P (picture and picture) provides two windows side by side. PIP (picture in picture) provides PC input signal and TV • Additional compatible device with TV tuner is required to watch two simultaneous live TV programs. PIP Supported Inputs In main window In sub
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    the TV Home Menu on the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features. Using TV Settings Product Support Clock/ TV Guide On Screen icon located at the top of the channel list to select a channel (see page 35). • You can also select a TV channel using the 0-9 or CH+/- buttons (see remote
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    TV icon. DMPORT PC under the External Inputs icon. 3 Press V/v to move within the Category Object Bar. (The Category Object Bar shown below is for Settings.) Product Support (page 41) Clock/Timers (page 41) Picture (page 42) Sound (page 44) Screen item. 6 Press RETURN or HOME to exit. 40
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    Descriptions Product Support Contact Sony Signal Diagnostics Software Update Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TV's specific information such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version and downloadable ratings if available from the TV are
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    timing (HDMI or PC input) signal to enhance the text shown on the screen. ~ • Picture Mode for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing PICTURE on the remote control to directly toggle the modes. • The options for Picture Mode may vary depending on the Video/Photo Optimizer setting (see page 44
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    or Standard. Live Color Available when Color Space is set to Wide. Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear skin tones. White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in detail. ~ • Picture settings for all inputs can also be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control, then selecting
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    Optimizer Sets the picture settings to optimize the image quality of video (moving pictures) or photo ( TV will automatically set the picture settings for video or still image content when Sony optional equipment that supports the current input (TV or video input) relative to other inputs.
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    be accessed by pressing OPTIONS on the remote control when an alternate audio stream is available from the broadcaster. Using TV Settings Screen Settings Wide Mode Auto Wide Wide Zoom Fills the screen with minimum distortion. Normal Displays the 4:3 picture in its original aspect ratio when
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    hide the edges of the picture. ~ • For 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p, feature is only available when Wide Mode is set to Full. Adjust the Vertical positioning by pressing V/v. Press B/b to adjust the Horizontal positioning. ~ • Screen Position feature is useful if the TV is connected to game
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    ~ • Hidden channels can be accessed by entering the channel number with 0-9 buttons on the remote control. Assigns labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers. 1 Press V/v to steps 1-2. ~ • This feature is not available when using the TV Guide On Screen system. Using TV Settings 47
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    screen (if available). Digital CC For both analog (EIA-608) and digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. Select from Service To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off and on the TV. Password Country Use 0-9 button on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time the
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    TV Rating: 13 ans+ Custom Sets ratings manually. U.S.: See page 50 for details. Canada: See page 50 for details. ~ • If you are not familiar with the parental guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or Young Adult to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific
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    Block programs by their rating, content or both Age-Based Ratings TV-Y All children TV-Y7 Directed to children age 7 and older TV-G General audience TV-PG Parental guidance suggested TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned TV-MA Mature audience only Content-Based Ratings FV Fantasy violence
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    ~ • Press OPTIONS while the equipment supporting Control for HDMI is connected to display the Device Control options. The Device Control option provides access to the Menu, Options and Content List of your connected equipment with your TV remote control. • Some equipment with Control for HDMI does
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    and configure Network Setup or review your TV's current network settings. Select your preferred configuration type. Easy The TV will automatically configure your network settings. Most networks can be configured with this option. Custom This option allows you to manually enter the IP address and
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    select Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on the screen. Some settings such as Picture Adjustments, Sound Adjustments, 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 57. ~ • Favorite
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    Troubleshooting If you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of the following numbers: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support
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    in a blurry picture or poor color. Turn off your TV and wait a few hours before powering on again. No sound / Noisy sound No sound / Good picture • Check the volume control. • Press MUTING or VOL + so that "Muting" disappears from the screen (page 21). • Set Speakers to TV Speakers in the
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    broadcaster (see image on left). • Auto Wide will not expand the picture when the black bands on the sides of the screen are added by the broadcaster. You can manually change the Wide Mode to Wide Zoom, H Stretch or Zoom to fill the screen, which will remain in affect until you change the channel or
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    cables / Support Belt Kit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 / TV Stand: see page 2 * While the TV is collecting TV Guide data and/or during software update the power consumption is less than 30 W. ~ • Optional accessories availability depends on its stock. • Design and specifications are subject
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    51 CineMotion 43 Color 42 Color Temperature 42 COMPONENT IN jack (1080p/1080i/ 720p/480p/480i) 11 Contact Sony 41 Control for Picture 42 Product Support 41 Screen 45 Sound 44 Sharpness 42 Show/Hide Channels 47 Show/Hide Servers 52 Signal Diagnostics 41 Signal Type 47 Sleep Timer 41 Software Update
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    T Thumbnail View 32, 34 Timer 41 Treble 44 Troubleshooting 55-57 TV Auto Power On 51 TV Guide On Screen 35 TV POWER button 22 TV Rating 50 U U.S.A. Rating 50 Unrated 49 USB Auto Start 52 V V Center 46 Vertical Size 46 VIDEO IN jack 11 Video/Photo Optimizer 44 View 32
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    your Operating Instructions manual and Quick Setup Guide z Experience difficulty operating your television Contact Sony Customer Support at: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport or to speak with a support representative: United States 1-800-222-SONY (7669) Canada 1-877-899-SONY (7669) Sony will work
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