000COV.fm Page 1 Friday, August 19, 2005 1:51 PM 2-629-164-14(1) LCD Digital Colour TV Operating Instructions Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety information” section of this manual. Retain this manual for future reference. KDL-V32A12U KDL-V40A12U KDL-V32A12U KDL-V40A12U 2-629-164-14(1) Printed in Spain © 2005 Sony Corporation KDL-V32/40A12U PANTONE 320 2-629-164-14(1) 01GB-KLV40XUK.book Page 2 Wednesday, August 31, 2005 4:42 PM NOTICE FOR Introduction Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the TV, please read this manual CUSTOMERS thoroughly and retain it for future reference. A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Trademark information Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 13 • is a registered trademark of the DVB project. AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., • “PlayStation” is a trademark of Sony Computer marked with or ) must be used. Entertainment, Inc. When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted • TruSurround technology is used as a virtualizer for Dolby with a 13 AMP FUSE, otherwise the circuit should be Virtual Surround. protected by a 13 AMP FUSE at the distribution board. • TruSurround, SRS and symbol are trademarks of If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse SRS Labs, Inc. cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the TruSurround technology is incorporated under license fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should from SRS Labs, Inc. lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service • This TV incorporates station. High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. FUSE How to replace the fuse Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse. WARNING • To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not insert the plug cut off from the mains lead into a socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and should be destroyed. • To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV set to rain or moisture. • Dangerously high voltages are present inside the TV set. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. 2 KDL-V32/40A12U 2-629-164-14(1) 01GB-KLV40XUK.book Page 3 Wednesday, August 31, 2005 4:42 PM Table of Contents Safety information ....................................... 4 Screen Control menu.................................25 Precautions ................................................. 7 Auto Format......................................................25 Disposal of the TV set........................................ 7 Screen Format..................................................25 Screen Shift......................................................25 Overview of the remote ............................ 8 Features menu ..........................................26 Overview of the TV buttons and Power Saving ...................................................26 indicators.............................................. 9 Speaker............................................................26 AV2 Output.......................................................26 Getting Started Picture Off ........................................................27 Timer menu ...............................................28 1: Checking the accessories ..................... 10 Sleep Timer ......................................................28 2: Inserting batteries into the remote......... 10 Auto Shutoff......................................................28 3: Connecting an aerial/VCR..................... 11 Set Up menu..............................................29 Auto Start Up....................................................29 4: Preventing the TV from toppling over.... 12 Auto Tuning (Analogue mode only) .................29 5: Switching on the TV .............................. 12 Programme Sorting (Analogue mode only)......29 6: Auto-tuning the TV ................................ 13 Programme Labels (Analogue mode only) ......30 AV Preset..........................................................30 Manual Programme Preset (Analogue mode Watching TV : for digital channels only)............................................................30 only Digital Set Up .........................................32 Watching TV.............................................. 14 Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Using Optional Equipment Guide (EPG) ............................... 16 Connecting optional equipment .................35 Using the Favourite list .................... 18 Programming the remote...........................37 Viewing pictures from connected equipment ............................................ 19 Additional Information Using the Menu Specifications ............................................39 Troubleshooting.........................................40 Navigating through menus ........................ 19 Overview of the menus.................................... 20 Index..........................................................42 Picture Adjustment menu .......................... 21 Mode ............................................................... 21 Contrast/Brightness/Colour/Hue/Sharpness/ Backlight.................................................... 21 Colour Tone..................................................... 21 Noise Reduction.............................................. 22 Dynamic Picture .............................................. 22 Gamma Correction.......................................... 22 Reset ............................................................... 22 Sound Adjustment menu........................... 23 Effect (sound effect)........................................ 23 Treble/Bass/Balance ....................................... 23 Auto Volume .................................................... 23 Dual Sound...................................................... 24 Volume (headphone volume)...................... 24 Dual Sound ................................................. 24 Reset ............................................................... 24 3 KDL-V32/40A12U 2-629-164-14(1) 01GB-KLV40XUK.book Page 4 Wednesday, August 31, 2005 4:42 PM Installation If the TV set is to be installed on a Safety information wall, have the installation carried out by qualified service men. Mains lead Improper installation may render • Unplug the mains lead the TV set unsafe. when moving the TV Medical institutions set. Do not move the Do not place this TV set in a place TV set with the mains where medical equipment is in lead plugged in. It may use. It may cause malfunction of damage the mains lead medical instruments. and result in fire or electric shock. • If you damage the mains lead, it may result in fire or electric shock. Carrying – Do not pinch, bend, or twist the • Before carrying the TV set, disconnect mains lead excessively. The core all the cables from the TV set. conductors may be exposed or • When you carry the TV set by hand, broken, causing a short-circuit, hold the TV set as illustrated on the which may cause fire or electric right. If you do not do so, the TV set shock. may fall and be damaged or cause – Do not modify or damage the mains serious injury. If the TV set has been lead. dropped or damaged, have it checked immediately by – Do not put anything heavy on the qualified service personnel. mains lead. Do not pull the mains • When transporting it, do not subject the TV set to jolts or lead. excessive vibration. The TV set may fall and be damaged – Keep the mains lead away from heat sources. or cause serious injury. – Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the mains • When you carry the TV set in for repair or when you move lead. it, pack it using the original carton and packing material. • If the mains lead is damaged, stop using it and ask your • Carrying the TV set requires two or more people. dealer or Sony service centre to exchange it. • Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other Ventilation equipment. • Never cover the ventilation • Use only an original Sony mains lead, not other brands. holes in the cabinet. It may cause overheating and result in Mains lead/cable protection fire. Pull out the mains lead/cable by • Unless proper ventilation is provided, the TV set may the plug. Do not pull on the mains gather dust and get dirty. For proper ventilation, observe lead/cable itself. the following: – Do not install the TV set turned backwards or sideways. – Do not install the TV set turned over or upside down. Mains – Do not install the TV set on a shelf or in a closet. Do not use a poor fitting mains socket. Insert the – Do not place the TV set on a rug or bed. plug fully into the mains socket. A poor fit may – Do not cover the TV set with cloth, such as curtains, or cause arcing and result in fire. Contact your items such as newspapers, etc. electrician to have the mains socket changed. • Leave some space around the TV set. Otherwise, air- circulation may be inadequate and cause overheating, which may cause fire or damage to the TV set. Optional accessories 30 cm Observe the following when installing the TV set using a stand or wall-mount bracket. If you do not do so, the TV set may fall and 10 cm 10 cm cause serious injury. • Use the specified wall-mount bracket or stand. • Secure the TV set properly, following the instructions Leave supplied with your stand or wall-mount bracket