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Refer to these numbers whenever you call your dealer regarding this product. Model No. KD-28DL11 / KD-28DX51U / KD-32DC11U / KD-32DX51U Serial No. ______________ (KD-28DL11U shown for illustration purposes.) KD-28DL11U MODEL NO. TRINITRON DIGITAL TV 220-240V 50Hz SER.NO.
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 centre. FUSE How to replace the Fuse Open the fuse compartment with a flat blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.
Due to the unique design of this TV, highly recommend you use their designated stand SU-CL2 for KD-28DL11U, SU-28XL1 for KD-28DX51U, SU-32CS1 for KD-32DC11U or SU-32XL1 for KD-32DX51U. This set is to operate on a 220-240V AC For environmental and safety reasons, it is Never push objects of any kind into the set supply only.
Getting Started Follow steps 1 - 6 to install the TV and view programmes Checking the supplied accessories Check that you have the following items: Batteries RF lead Remote control Inserting batteries into the remote control Always remember to: • observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries, •...
Basic Operation Connecting an aerial and VCR Connecting a VCR Connect your aerial lead to the socket labelled on the rear of the TV. DIGITAL Rear of TV. Connect an RF lead from the socket labelled the rear of the TV to the socket labelled IN* on your VCR.
If the red standby mode indicator on the front of the TV is lit, press the TV I/1 button on the remote control to switch on the set. Please be patient as the picture may take a few moments to appear on the TV screen. KD-28DL11U KD-32DC11U KD-28DX51U / KD-32DX51U...
Getting Started Switching between digital and analogue mode Press the a button to switch to analogue mode. In analogue mode, the channel number appears in green lettering when the channel is changed. The digital mode banner. Press the DIGITAL button to switch to digital mode. In digital mode, an information banner appears briefly on screen when the channel is changed.
Basic Operation Overview of the remote control DIGITAL - Digital mode button In analogue mode: Press to switch to digital mode. In digital mode: Press to remove any interactive prompts from the TV screen. TV I/1 - TV Standby button Press to switch off the TV temporarily.
Basic Operation Overview of the TV buttons (KD-28DL11U) Lift up the flap to reveal the TV buttons and front sockets t - Video Input button Press to view pictures from equipment connected to the TV sockets. - Autotune button Press to repeat the automatic tuning process.
Basic Operation Overview of the TV buttons (KD-32DC11U) Open the door on the side of the TV to reveal the TV buttons and front sockets ! - On/Off button Press to switch the TV on or off. PROG +/- buttons In TV mode: Press to view the next (+) or previous (-) channel.
Basic Operation Overview of the TV buttons (KD-28DX51U / KD-32DX51U) Press gently on the symbol to open the door. 1 2 3 - Autotune button Press to repeat the automatic tuning process. t - Video Input button Press to view pictures from equipment connected to the TV sockets. 2 +/- buttons Press to increase (+) or decrease (-) the TV volume.
Basic Operation Everyday use This section explains the various functions and operations used during everyday viewing. Most operations can be done using the remote control. Press the On/Off button (labelled !) on the front of the TV to switch on the TV. When the TV is in standby mode (the 1 indicator on the TV is lit red), press the TV I/1 button on the remote control to switch on the TV.
Basic Operation Screen Mode The picture that the TV receives may be in one of several formats (e.g. conventional 4:3 format, 16:9 widescreen format etc.). You can alter the TV screen mode manually to suit the broadcast you are watching. (Alternatively, set the ‘Auto Format’...
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Basic Operation 14:9 broadcast viewed in ‘14:9’ mode. 14:9 Use this mode for watching 14:9 broadcasts with the picture displayed in the correct proportions. As a result, black areas are visible on the TV screen. In ‘14:9’ mode, parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off. Press the V or v button to adjust the position of the picture on the TV screen (e.g.
Basic Operation Digital text Many broadcasters now provide a digital text service. Digital text services offer all the familiar information that analogue (conventional) text services provide but with the look and feel of a graphically rich website. An example of digital text. The appearance, content and navigation methods of all digital text services are decided by the broadcaster.
Basic Operation Analogue text Most analogue TV channels broadcast a text service. The index page (usually page 100) provides information on how to use the service. Please ensure that you are receiving a good signal, or some text errors may occur. An example of analogue text.
Advanced Operation The Digital Electronic The Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) allows you to: Programme Guide (EPG) a) view programme information for all digital channels, b) sort programme information by category, c) set reminders to have the TV automatically switch to a programme when it starts, The ‘Digital EPG’.
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Advanced Operation b) Reminder This option allows you to set a future programme to be displayed automatically on the TV screen when it starts. With the EPG on screen, press the V, v, B and b button to highlight the future programme you wish to display.
Advanced Operation The Favourite list The Favourite list allows you to create a list of your favourite digital channels for quick selection. The ‘Favourite’ list. Creating your Favourite list for the first time With the TV in digital mode, press the button to display the Favourite list.
Advanced Operation Using the TV menu Use the following buttons to operate the TV menu system. system Press Access the TV menu system... MENU button. Highlight an option... V or v buttons. V, v, B, and b Enter the highlighted menu or b button.
Dolby Laboratories. V or v button to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’. Press the OK button to confirm. TV Speakers **Only for KD-28DL11U / KD-32DC11U models. This option allows you to switch off the TV’s internal speakers (e.g. when using an external amplifier/surround sound system).
Advanced Operation Timer menu Sleep Timer This option allows you to set a period of time after which the TV automatically The ‘Timer’ menu. switches itself into standby mode. Timer With the ‘Sleep Timer’ option highlighted, press the b button to adjust. Press the V or v button to select the amount of time before the TV switches itself into Sleep Timer: standby.
Advanced Operation Manual Programme Preset This option displays the ‘Manual Programme Preset’ menu (See below). With the ‘Manual Programme Preset’ option highlighted, press the OK button to display the ‘Manual Programme Preset’ menu. Detail Set Up This option displays the ‘Detail Set Up’ menu (Refer to page 26). With the ‘Detail Set Up’...
Advanced Operation Detail Set Up menu Auto Format This TV can detect the type of screen format being transmitted by the broadcaster (only if the specific signals are transmitted with the program). This The ‘Detail Set Up’ menu. option allows the TV to automatically switch to the correct screen mode. Detail Set Up With the ‘Auto Format’...
Advanced Operation Digital Set-up menu Subtitle Setting This option allows you to place digital subtitles on the screen. The ‘Detail Set-up’ menu. With the ‘Subtitle Setting’ option highlighted, press the OK button to adjust. Press the V or v button to select ‘Off’, ‘Basic’ or ‘Hard of Hearing*’. Press the OK button to confirm.
This option enables the TV to automatically receive software updates, free through your existing aerial (when issued). Sony recommends that this option is set to ‘On’ at all times. If you do not wish your software to be updated, set this option to ‘Off’.
Connecting Other Equipment Overview of the rear sockets i2/r - AV2 Scart socket (S-Video, Smartlink enabled) Use to connect a VCR. - AV1 Scart socket (RGB enabled) Use to connect equipment such as DVD players, satellite/cable decoders. - Audio out sockets Use to connect audio equipment such as a Hi-Fi, Surround Sound system.
Connecting Other Equipment Overview of the front sockets (KD-28DL11U) Lift up the flap to reveal the TV buttons and front sockets t3 - AV3 Video Input Use to connect equipment such as camcorders, PlayStation2. o3 - AV3 Audio Input Use to connect equipment such as camcorders, PlayStation2.
Connecting Other Equipment Overview of the front sockets (KD-32DC11U) Open the door on the side of the TV to reveal the TV buttons and front sockets t3 - AV3 Video Input Use to connect equipment such as camcorders, PlayStation2. o3 - AV3 Audio Input Use to connect equipment such as camcorders, PlayStation2.
Connecting Other Equipment Overview of the front sockets (KD-28DX51U / KD-32DX51U) Press gently on the symbol to open the door. i - Headphone socket Use to connect headphones. 3 - AV3 S-Video Input Use to connect equipment such as S-VHS camcorders. t3 - AV3 Video Input Use to connect equipment such as camcorders, PlayStation2.
Connecting Other Equipment Connecting other A wide range of equipment can be connected to the TV through the front and rear equipment to the TV sockets. Most equipment can be connected to any of the TV sockets. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your equipment to determine the best TV socket to use.
Additional Information Troubleshooting Here are some simple solutions to problems which may affect the picture and sound. Problem Cause Solution No picture, no sound. • Power off. • Plug in the TV. • TV in standby. • If the 1 indicator is lit, press the TV I/1 button on the remote control.