© 2005 Sony Corporation2-599-864-12(1)LCD Digital Color TVOperating InstructionsKDL-V26XBR1KDL-V32XBR1KDL-V40XBR1
10Using the Photo/Video ViewerAbout USB...57Features...
100LLabel Channels 81Label Video Inputs 85Language 86Language, PC Input 88Light Sensordescribed 15setting 86, 88MMENU button 43, 46Menu Color 86Menu C
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11Introducing the TVIntroducing the TVWelcomeThank you for purchasing this Sony LCD digital TV. This manual is for models KDL-V26XBR1, KDL-V32XBR1 and
Introducing the TV12s CableCARD™ slot: Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels — without the need for a set-top b
Introducing the TV13Introducing the TVInstalling the TVPreventing the TV from Toppling OverAttaching the Support Belt1 Screw the support belt (supplie
Introducing the TV14Bundling the Connecting CablesAfter the connections are done, organize the cables as illustrated below.1 Attach the cable holder (
Introducing the TV15Introducing the TVTV Controls and ConnectorsFront Panel1523 4PIC OFF TIMER POWER/STANDBYItem Description1 PIC OFF LED When lit, i
Introducing the TV16Side PanelAUDIOVIDEO(1080i/720p/480p/480i) VIDEO/HD/DVD INPR/CRPB/CBYL(MONO)R21234CHANNELPOWERVOLUMETV/VIDEOWEGAGATE58967Left sid
Introducing the TV17Introducing the TVRear PanelR AUDIO IN LS VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOVIDEO INHD/DVD IN(1080i/720p/480p/480i)AUDIO OUT(VAR/FIX)L(MONO)R1AUD
Introducing the TV18* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.Jack D
19Connecting the TVConnecting the TVOverviewYour new LCD TV can receive both analog and digital (HD and SD) broadcasting signals from antenna, satelli
2Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the LCD TV, below the Sony logo, on the sticker, and also on the TV box (white
Connecting the TV20About Using S VIDEOIf the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack (shown at left), you can use an S VIDEO cable f
Connecting the TV21Connecting the TVBasic ConnectionsThe way in which you connect your TV will vary, depending on how your home receives a signal (ant
Connecting the TV22Cable Box and AntennaFor best results, use this connection if:s Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channel
Connecting the TV23Connecting the TVCable Box For best results, use this connection if:s Your cable company scrambles all channels, which requires you
Connecting the TV24Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellit
Connecting the TV25Connecting the TVDigital Cable Boxor Digital Satellite ReceiverDisconnect all power sources before making any connections.1 Connect
Connecting the TV26Equipment with HDMI ConnectionFor best results, use this connection if:s Your equipment has a High-Definition Multimedia Interface
Connecting the TV27Connecting the TVEquipment with DVI ConnectionDisconnect all power sources before making any connectionsIf you are connecting with
Connecting the TV28Equipment with Digital Audio (OPTICAL)Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.You can use the TV's OPTICAL
Connecting the TV29Connecting the TVUsing CableCARD DeviceCableCARD device provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channel
3WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.This symbol is intended to alert the user to th
Connecting the TV302 Gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place, and then reattach the cover.3 After 1-2 minutes, the CableCARD devi
Connecting the TV31Connecting the TVSetting Up the Channel ListAfter you finish connecting the TV, you can run the Initial Setup to create a list of a
Connecting the TV32Connecting Optional EquipmentYou can connect a variety of optional equipment to your TV. This section provides some of the individu
Connecting the TV33Connecting the TVVCR and Cable For best results, use this connection if:s You have cable TV that does not require a cable box.Disco
Connecting the TV34VCR and Cable Box For best results, use this connection if:s Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, but not all of them (pa
Connecting the TV35Connecting the TVCABLEVHF/UHFS VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOVIDEO INL(MONO)R1 3Cable boxVCRRear of TVA/V cableCoaxial cableS VIDEO cable CATV cab
Connecting the TV36Two VCRs for Tape EditingIf you connect two VCRs, you can record from one VCR to the other while using your TV to monitor what is b
Connecting the TV37Connecting the TVDVD Player with Component Video ConnectorsFor best results, use this connection if:s Your DVD player has component
Connecting the TV38DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio ConnectorsFor best results, use this connection if:s Your DVD player does not have component (YPB
Connecting the TV39Connecting the TVPersonal Computer To connect a PC (personal computer)If you connect your PC to the TV, you can watch your personal
4For Customers in the United StatesThis product contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be regulated if sold in the United States. For disposal
Connecting the TV40Camcorder or “PlayStation”Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.For easy connection to a camcorder or “PlaySta
41Watching the TVWatching the TVOverviewThe table on the next page describes the buttons on the remote control.Inserting Batteries into the Remote Con
Watching the TV42Button DescriptionsButton Description1 MUTINGPress to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to unmute.2 TV/VIDEOPress to cycle t
Watching the TV43Watching the TVqg DVD/VCR Record Buttonsz REC: Press to record. By pressing this button alone will start the recording.X REC PAUSE: P
Watching the TV44Programming the Remote ControlThe remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment.Follow the steps below to program yo
Watching the TV45Watching the TVManufacturer’s CodesDVD PlayersDVD ChangersDVD/VCR Combo UnitsHDD/DVD Combo Units5.1ch DVD AV SystemAV ReceiversVCRsMa
Watching the TV46Using Other Equipment with Your Remote ControlTo operate other connected equipment with your TV, first turn to page 45 and program th
Watching the TV47Watching the TVOperating a 5.1ch DVD AV System (Sony DAV)Operating a DVD/VCR Combo UnitOperating an HDD/DVD Combo UnitOperating an AV
Watching the TV48Special Buttons on the Remote ControlThis TV comes with convenient features. These features can be accessed directly by pressing thei
Watching the TV49Watching the TVUsing the Program GuideThe Program Guide allows you to select the channels from a drop down list. The Guide also provi
5Important SafeguardsBefore using your TV, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference.Carefully observe and
Watching the TV50Using the WIDE ButtonWide screen mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several wide screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio).Wide Mode
Watching the TV51Watching the TVUsing the JUMP ButtonThe JUMP button allows you to jump back and forth between the current channel and the last channe
52Introducing WEGA GATEOverview of WEGA GATEWEGA GATE provides one button access for controlling your TV. It enables you to perform a variety of tasks
Introducing WEGA GATE53Introducing WEGA GATEThe WEGA GATE screen gives you access to the following items:Icon DescriptionFavoritesThe Favorites featur
Introducing WEGA GATE54Navigating and Selecting ItemsUse your remote control to navigate through WEGA GATE and the settings.Using Favorites in WEGA GA
Introducing WEGA GATE55Introducing WEGA GATEUsing Cable in WEGA GATEThe Cable feature takes you to the most recently viewed channel on the cable input
Introducing WEGA GATE56Using External Inputs in WEGA GATEThe External Inputs feature lets you view from a selected external input connected to your TV
57Using the Photo/Video ViewerUsing the Photo/Video ViewerAbout USBYou can enjoy still images or movies on the TV screen by connecting the USB device
Using the Photo/Video Viewer58Connecting the USB CableYou can connect Sony digital still cameras or video camera recorders (camcorder) equipped with a
Using the Photo/Video Viewer59Using the Photo/Video ViewerUsing the Photo/Video Viewer IndexTurn on the TV and connect your USB device that contains t
6AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.Medical institutionDo not place this unit in a place
Using the Photo/Video Viewer60Using the Photo/Video Viewer IndexThe following describes how to use the Photo/Video Viewer Index.To Do This ... Do This
Using the Photo/Video Viewer61Using the Photo/Video ViewerViewing Photos When you select a photo from the Photo/Video Viewer Index (described on page
Using the Photo/Video Viewer62Photo Menu Bar OptionsThe Photo menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing options.To access the Photo menu bar1
Using the Photo/Video Viewer63Using the Photo/Video ViewerUsing Zoom and Pan To Zoom and Pan a photo1 In the Photo menu bar, press B or b to highlight
Using the Photo/Video Viewer64Playing MoviesWhen you select a movie from the Photo/Video Viewer Index (described on page 59), it displays as shown bel
Using the Photo/Video Viewer65Using the Photo/Video ViewerMovie Menu Bar OptionsTo access the Movie menu bar1 Press B or b to select Index, Slide Show
Using the Photo/Video Viewer66Photo/Video Viewer Index Menu Bar OptionsSlide Show Menu OptionsThe Slide Show menu includes the following options:Optio
Using the Photo/Video Viewer67Using the Photo/Video ViewerContents Menu OptionsThe Contents menu includes the following options:USB Media Menu The US
Using the Photo/Video Viewer68Notes on Using USB MediaAbout DCF File Names Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still
69Using the SettingsUsing the SettingsOverviewThe Settings give you access to the following features:Depending on the signal tuned, you may see differ
7Placement for viewingIt is recommended to watch the TV at a distance of 3 to 7 times that of the screen height, and in moderate brightness. Watching
Using the Settings70Channel Favorite Channels (page 80)Digital Channels (page 80)Auto Program (page 80)Show/Hide Channels (page 80)Label Channels (pag
Using the Settings71Using the SettingsAccessing the Video SettingsSelecting Video OptionsThe Video settings includes the following options:1. Press WE
Using the Settings72Color Temp.White adjustmentChoose from four color temperatures:Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint.Neutral Select to
Using the Settings73Using the SettingsSelecting PC Video OptionsTo display the PC screen:Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly on the remote control until Video 7
Using the Settings74Accessing the Audio SettingsSelecting Audio OptionsThe Audio settings includes the following options:1. Press WEGA GATE...2.Se
Using the Settings75Using the SettingsMTS Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programsStereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast
Using the Settings76Selecting PC Audio OptionsTo display the PC screen:Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly on the remote control until Video 7 (PC) appears.The
Using the Settings77Using the SettingsAccessing the Screen SettingsSelecting Screen OptionsThe Screen settings includes the following options:1. Press
Using the Settings784:3 DefaultSelect the default Screen Mode to use for 4:3 sourcesWide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 scree
Using the Settings79Using the SettingsSelecting PC Screen OptionsTo display the PC screen:Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly on the remote control until Video
8Preventing the TV from toppling overTake measures to prevent the unit from toppling over and causing injury.To prevent the unit from toppling over, s
Using the Settings80Accessing the Channel SettingsSelecting Channel OptionsThe Channel settings includes the following options:1. Press WEGA GATE...
Using the Settings81Using the SettingsIf you select to hide or show a major digital channel, all the sub-channels are automatically hidden or shown. T
Using the Settings82Accessing the Parental Lock SettingsSelecting Parental Lock OptionsThe Parental Lock settings include the following options:1. Pre
Using the Settings83Using the SettingsTo deactivate the parental control features Set Parental Lock to Off when in the Parental Lock setting.To change
Using the Settings84Canadian custom rating optionsIf you selected Canada as the country of residence on page 82, the Custom Rating setting includes th
Using the Settings85Using the SettingsAccessing the Setup SettingsSelecting Setup OptionsThe Setup settings includes the following options:1. Press WE
Using the Settings86Video 1-6 Video 1-6, VHS, DVD, Receiver, Satellite, Cable Box, 8mm, DTV, Game, LD, Beta, HD, DVR, Camcorder, SkipVideo 7 Video 7,
Using the Settings87Using the SettingsProgramming Caption VisionIf you selected the Program option under Caption Vision (see page 85), you can change
Using the Settings88Selecting PC Setup OptionsTo display the PC screen:Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly on the remote control until Video 7 (PC) appears.The
Using the Settings89Using the SettingsPC Input Signal Reference Chart*: Corresponding to the VGA signalResolutionHorizontal frequency (kHz)Vertical fr
9ContentsIntroducing the TVWelcome...11Package Contents...
Using the Settings90Accessing the Applications SettingsSelecting Applications OptionsThe Applications settings includes the following options:1. Press
Using the Settings91Using the Settings3 If you selected Program in step 2, press V and v to set the day(s), hour, minute, AM/PM, duration, and channel
92Other InformationOverviewThis chapter includes the following topics:Contacting SonyIf, after reading these operating instructions, you have addition
Other Information93Other InformationCableCARD DeviceVideoRemote control does not operate non-Sony video equipment❑ If you replaced the batteries to th
Other Information94AudioBlack bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen❑ Some wide-screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater
Other Information95Other InformationChannelsUSBProblem Possible RemediesCannot receive upper channels (UHF) when using an antenna❑ Press ANT to select
Other Information96MPEG movie playback is choppy and progress bar is not accurate❑ High bit-rate MPEG movies, such as MPEGs recorded in high frame rat
Other Information97Other InformationGeneralError icon is displayed The file is not a valid MPEG1 or JPEG format, or it is a progressive JPEG (which is
Other Information98SpecificationsTelevision system:American TV standardChannel coverage:VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125Antenna:75-ohm external termin
99Index0-9 buttons 424:3 Default 785.1 Channel DVD using with remote control 47AA/V Sync 75About USB 57, 68AC IN 18Advanced Settings, Caption Vision 8
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