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Sony BRAVIA KDL-26N4000 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony BRAVIA KDL-26N4000 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-294-080-12(1)
LCD Digital Color TV
Operating Instructions
KDL-26N4000
© 2008 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-294-080-12(1) LCD Digital Color TV Operating Instructions KDL-26N4000 © 2008 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Safety Operate the TV only on 120-220 V AC. Use the AC power cord specified by Sony and suitable for the voltage where you use it. The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall outlet only one way.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Securing the TV ...6 Bundling the Connecting Cables ...7 Preparation for Wall-Mounting ...7 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket ...9 When Installing the TV Against a Wall or Enclosed Area ...10 2. Locating Inputs and Outputs ... 11 Side Panel ...11 Rear Panel ...12 3.

  • Page 4: Welcome To The World Of Bravia

    HDTV uses a wider screen than conventional standard-definition TV. • You can use the Wide Mode function of the TV to adjust the 4:3 image to fit the entire screen (see pages 24 and 32). • This TV supports signals up to 1080i.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    • When you carry the TV, place your hand as illustrated and hold it securely. Do not put stress on the LCD panel. • When carrying the TV, do not subject it to shocks, vibration or excessive force. • Place your palm directly underneath but do not squeeze the panel’s speaker grill area.

  • Page 6: Securing The Tv

    TV unit to the metal neck of the Subwoofer. • When you carry the TV unit, place your hands as illustrated on page 5 and hold it securely. Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame around the screen.

  • Page 7: Bundling The Connecting Cables

    TV. • Do not remove the Subwoofer for any reason other than to wall-mount the TV. • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that you use 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.
  • Page 8 • If an electric screwdriver is used, set the torque to tighten at approximately 1.5 N·m {15Kgf·cm}. If you decide to mount the TV on a wall, follow the steps below to uninstall the metal neck from the Subwoofer to improve its cosmetic appearance.

  • Page 9: Installing The Wall-Mount Bracket

    For product protection and safety, Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket designed for your TV and wall- mounting is performed by a Sony dealer or a licensed contractor. Do not attempt to install it yourself. Sony is not liable for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation.

  • Page 10: When Installing The Tv Against A Wall Or Enclosed Area

    (10 cm) Never install the TV set as follows: Air circulation is blocked. • Inadequate air circulation can lead to overheating of the TV and may cause damage to your TV or cause fire. inches (30 cm) 4 inches (10 cm)

  • Page 11: Locating Inputs And Outputs

    DVD or video game equipment. L (MONO)- AUDIO-R • If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV’s L (MONO) audio input jack. 2 Headphone Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug jack adapter (not supplied).

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    • HDMI connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats. Note that this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,366 dots × 768 lines. 2 SERVICE ONLY This USB port is for service only.
  • Page 13 • Component video (YP ) or HDMI connection are necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in its native resolution of 1,366 dots × 768 lines. ) and audio...

  • Page 14: Connecting The Tv

    To further enhance the sound quality, connect the Subwoofer before using the TV. • Before connecting the Subwoofer, be sure to attach the Subwoofer to the TV (see page 5 for more details). • Connect the Subwoofer before connecting the TV to the wall outlet.

  • Page 15: Cable System And/Or Vhf/Uhf

    You can also enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to high-definition cable service or high- definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, connect these components to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input on the back of your TV.
  • Page 16 Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV SE RV IC E ON LY S VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO AUDIO COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) • If the equipment has a DVI and not an HDMI connector, use a DVI to HDMI cable or adapter to connect the DVI output to either HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 input, and connect the audio jacks to the AUDIO (L/R) jacks below the HDMI IN 2 (DVI connector is for video signals only, the audio jacks provide support for the audio).

  • Page 17: Pc Input Signal Reference Chart

    Use the TV as a monitor for your PC. Shown below with the HD15 to HD15 connection. This TV can also be connected to a PC with DVI or HDMI output. (Refer to the supplied Quick Setup Guide.) Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) •...

  • Page 18: Other Equipment

    VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO AUDIO COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) Game system Digital recorder • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV. Digital satellite Digital player cable box receiver A UDI O DIGITAL AUDIO...

  • Page 19: Setting Up The Channel List - Initial Setup

    Initial Setup, which automatically sets up available channels. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on your TV for the first time. If you do not want to set up the channels at this time, you can do it later by selecting the Auto Program option in the Channel menu (see page 33).

  • Page 20: Using Bravia Theatre Sync™ With Control For Hdmi

    TV documentation. Setting the Control for HDMI In order for the function of Control for HDMI to operate, the TV and other Sony equipment with Control for HDMI function must be setup (see page 38). For other equipment, refer to the operating instruction for that equipment.

  • Page 21: Remote Control And Tv Controls/Indicators

    Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries Push to open When Using the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control.

  • Page 22: Remote Control

    2 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 60 or 120 minutes) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off. To cancel Sleep, press repeatedly until Off appears.
  • Page 23 Press to go back to the previous screen or exit from the screen when displaying menu items and settings. Press to display the menu with TV functions and settings. See “Using the TV Menus” on page 27. Press to turn on and off the Closed Captions (CC). To change or customize the CC display, see page 37.

  • Page 24: Changing The Wide Screen Mode

    Changing the Wide Screen Mode 4:3 Original source Standard-definition source Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom • When the TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal, Normal cannot be selected. 16:9 Original source High-definition source Wide Zoom Normal This mode is not available...
  • Page 25 JUMP w; FAVORITES wa CH +/– Description Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs. • See page 37 (Label Inputs) on setting up the External Inputs labels. Press V/v/B/b to move the on-screen cursor. Press select/confirm an item.

  • Page 26: Tv Controls/Indicators

    Do not put anything near the sensor, as its function may be affected. • Make sure that the TV is turned off before unplugging the power cord. Unplugging the power cord while the TV is turned on may cause the POWER LED to remain lit for up to 20 seconds or may cause the TV to malfunction.

  • Page 27: Using Tv Menus

    Using TV Menus MENU provides one button access for controlling your TV. It enables you to perform a variety of tasks intuitively with a control panel on the screen. Navigating through TV Menus SOUND GUIDE TOOLS MENU 1, 5 Menu Descriptions...

  • Page 28: Using The Shortcuts Menu

    Using the Shortcuts Menu External Inputs This feature lets you select the external inputs connected to your TV. Press V/v to choose an external input from the list of 9 inputs. To select press • To exit from external inputs list, press •...
  • Page 29 • To exit from PC-PIP, you can also select a channel from your Favorites channels list on the Shortcuts menu. • When the PC input signal is selected with the Sub Window active, you can only see TV channels, other external inputs are not available for this view (like VCR/DVD).

  • Page 30: Using The Picture Menu

    Makes colors more vivid and reproduces clear skin tones. Select On to enable the automatic picture (screen) brightness control. The light sensor measures the room brightness which allows the TV to automatically adjust the backlight brightness based on the picture settings and the ambient room light conditions.

  • Page 31: Using The Sound Menu

    Select for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast in stereo. Select to automatically switch the TV to second audio programs when a signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in Stereo mode. to set.

  • Page 32: Using The Screen Menu

    Phase Adjusts to fine tune overall sharpness. • Phase is disabled when the TV is receiving a different video input than PC. Select to enlarge the picture uniformly. Select to display 4:3 pictures in original size when the original source is 4:3.

  • Page 33: Using The Channel Menu

    • Before starting Auto Program, be sure to turn On or Off on Cable option in the Channel menu. When it is On, the TV will search cable channels; when it is Off, the TV will search over-the-air signals with an antenna connection.

  • Page 34: Using The Parental Lock

    (Available only when Block Country is set to U.S.A.) • If you block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of programs may be Block programs or blocked: programs broadcast from another country, emergency broadcasts, political movies that are broadcast programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather.
  • Page 35 To View a Blocked Channel Press when tuned to a blocked program, then enter the password. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off and on the TV. External Input Block Allows you to block individual video inputs. Press V/v to scroll through the video inputs and press Change Password Select to change your password.
  • Page 36 13 ans+ 16 ans+ 18 ans+ U.S.A. Rating See TV Rating under U.S.A. above for details. All children and general audience. Parental guidance suggested. Parental guidance for children under 13. Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17.

  • Page 37: Using The Setup Menu

    Off. Label Inputs Allows you to identify A/V equipment you connected to the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc. For example, if you have a DVD player connected to the VIDEO 1 input, you can select the label DVD for the VIDEO 1 input.
  • Page 38 Product Support Provides information related to troubleshooting and contact information. Select OK to reset the TV to factory default values, or Cancel if you do not want to reset the TV to factory default values. Set the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 60 or 120 minutes) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically.

  • Page 39: Other Information

    1-2 years at the seaside.) ❑ Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers. ❑ If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the TV or try using 75-ohm coaxial cable instead. ❑ Press on the remote control to select the desired picture mode (page 22).
  • Page 40 ❑ To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable. ❑ Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV in the PC IN (not supplied HD15 cable). ❑ Ensure the output signal from the PC is one of the formats listed on page 17.
  • Page 41 (page 34). ❑ Turn on the TV. While holding down V on the remote control, press POWER on the TV. Release the V button. WARNING: Parental Lock password may be required if it has been created.

  • Page 42: Specifications

    Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD026 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / Cable holder (1 attached to the TV) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Online Registration Card (U.S.A. and Canada only) (1) / Safety and...

  • Page 43: Index

    FAVORITES button French Rating GUIDE button HDMI IN jack, described Headphones jack, described Info Banner Infrared Receiver (IR) , 26 INPUT button Installing the TV on a wall JUMP button Label Channels Label Inputs Language Light Sensor Described Setting Menu...
  • Page 48 United States 1-800-222-SONY (7669) Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase. Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store Printed in U.S.A. For Your Convenience...

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