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Displaying analog program list Setting the information banner Setting closed captions Displaying wallpaper for radio broadcasts General Settings Turning off the key tone of remote control operations Turning off start-up logo Turning on/off the Sony logo illumination Setting menu language Restoring factory settings...
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DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED® are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. TrackID is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. Music and video recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > List of Contents Basic Operations How to use remote Home Menu screen Picture adjustment Enjoy Internet on TV How to use i-Manual Useful OPTIONS button Watch in 3D Watch connected device Top of Page Parts Description TV Controls and Indicators Front...
Display information Subtitles/Closed captions Screen format/Wide Mode Audio (for analog mode) Top of Page Using Other Devices BD/DVD Player HDMI connection Component video connection Composite connection Digital Still Camera/Camcorder USB Device Audio System HDMI connection Optical audio connection Audio cable connection Top of Page Using “BRAVIA”...
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Using Internet Connecting to the Internet Wireless connection (built-in wireless LAN) Wired connection (with a LAN cable) Browsing Websites Watching Internet Video Using Internet Widgets Using Skype Performing initial setup Making a call Current Music Information Search Music/Video Keyword Search Using Wi-Fi Direct Mode Viewing Photomap Top of Page...
Displaying wallpaper for radio broadcasts General Settings Turning off the key tone of remote control operations Turning off start-up logo Turning on/off the Sony logo illumination Setting menu language Restoring factory settings External Sound Output Settings Selecting speakers to output sound Outputting sound from headphones Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TV’s remote control...
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[Applications] Launches applications that require an Internet connection. [Sony Entertainment Network] Enables selection of content from the online service “Sony Entertainment Network.” If “Sony Entertainment Network” is unavailable, the [Sony Entertainment Network] category is not displayed. [Internet Content] Enables access to Internet services for TV.
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Enables selection of media files (photo, music, video) to play in a connected USB storage device or your home network. [Inputs] Enables selection of devices connected to the TV. [Favorites/History] Displays items in Favorites and recently viewed items. Steps Press the HOME button. The Home Menu appears.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color) Basic Operations Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color) Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can adjust various picture settings, such as picture brightness/color, etc. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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[Reset] Resets all the [Picture Adjustments] settings to the factory settings excluding [Setting Memory], [Picture Mode] and [Advanced Settings]. [Backlight] Adjusts the brightness of the backlight. Reducing the brightness of the screen will reduce the power consumption. [Picture] Adjusts picture contrast. [Brightness] Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
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Parts Description Overview Watching TV By pressing the SEN button, the Sony Entertainment Network screen appears, which serves as a gateway to Internet content. From this screen, you can access various services and applications. Using Other Devices The items on the Sony Entertainment Network screen differ depending on your region/country, and are subject to change.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > How to use i-Manual Basic Operations How to use i-Manual Parts Description Searching for Information Watching TV This i-Manual explains how to use all functions. In the main page of i-Manual, you can select the desired method to search for information.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > Useful OPTIONS button Basic Operations Useful OPTIONS button Parts Description Quickly Accessing Functions by the OPTIONS Button Watching TV By pressing the OPTIONS button, the Options Menu appears and provides quick access to the functions that are available for the currently displayed screen.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Watching in 3D Basic Operations Watching in 3D Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can experience powerful 3D entertainment, such as stereoscopic 3D games and Blu-ray 3D Discs. You can also watch regular 2D content with 3D effect. Using Other Devices 3D view without 3D Glasses 3D view with 3D Glasses...
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Press the 3D button repeatedly to select the [3D Display] mode to suit the displayed content. [Side-by-Side]: Displays side-by-side pictures in 3D. [Over-Under]: Displays over-under pictures in 3D. [Simulated 3D]: Displays regular 2D pictures in simulated 3D. To exit the 3D Menu, press the RETURN button. To deactivate the 3D effect Press the 3D button repeatedly to select [Off] in [3D Display].
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Parts Description > Right Basic Operations Right Parts Description Watching TV Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices Useful Functions Using Internet Using Home Network USB 1 (DLNA) You can enjoy photo, music and video files stored on a USB device. Configuring Various USB 2 Settings...
> Parts Description > Middle Basic Operations Middle Parts Description Press to display Sony Entertainment Network. Watching TV GUIDE Press to display the program guide. Using Other Devices The Guide feature may not be available in some regions/countries. Using “BRAVIA” Sync...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Using Program Guide Basic Operations Using Program Guide Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can quickly find your preferred programs and the detailed program information. You can also search programs by genre, register your preferred programs, etc. (This function is available only Using Other Devices for digital broadcasts, and depends on your model/region/country.) Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Basic Operations Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can watch two pictures (main and sub) simultaneously. The main picture can be displayed in full screen, and the sub picture can be displayed in an inset window (e.g. PC input and TV Using Other Devices program).
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P) Basic Operations Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P) Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can watch two pictures (left and right) simultaneously (e.g. connected device and TV program). Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Screen format/Wide Mode Basic Operations Screen format/Wide Mode Parts Description Steps Watching TV Press the WIDE button repeatedly to select the desired option, then press the button. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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[Captions] Stretches the picture horizontally to fill a 16:9 screen, while fitting captions in the screen. If component input (480p) is selected and [Scene Select] is set to [Game] or [Graphics], the available options change to [Fine-Normal]/[Fine-Full]/[Portable Game 1]/[Portable Game 2]. [Fine-Normal] Displays a 4:3 picture in its original size.
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Making a Connection Watching TV Connect your Sony digital still camera or camcorder using an HDMI cable. Use a cable that has an HDMI mini jack for digital still camera/camcorder end, and a standard HDMI jack for the TV Using Other Devices end.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > USB Device Basic Operations USB Device Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Connect the USB storage device to enjoy photo, music and video files stored in the device. Using Other Devices USB storage device Using “BRAVIA”...
Tips Photo files must be stored in a folder under the DCIM folder for automatic playback start. Also, the folder name under the DCIM folder is required to be a combination of 3 numerals and 5 letters (can include “_”), for example, 101MSDCF. Supported Photo File Formats Extension: .jpg / .jpe / .jpeg Image codec: JPEG...
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Notes USB viewer supports FAT16, FAT32 and exFAT file systems. When connecting a Sony digital still camera to the TV with a USB cable, USB connection settings on your camera need to be set to [Auto] or [Mass Storage] mode.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > HDMI connection Basic Operations HDMI connection Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Connect an audio system (e.g. home theater system) with HDMI output to the TV, using an HDMI cable.
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Activate “Control for HDMI” on the connected device. When a specific Sony device compatible with “Control for HDMI” (“BRAVIA” Sync) is connected and powered on, and [Control for HDMI] is set to [On], “BRAVIA” Sync is automatically activated on that device.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices > Using the Sync Menu Basic Operations Using the Sync Menu Parts Description Overview Watching TV Sync Menu provides various functions such as controlling the connected device by the TV’s remote control, etc.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices > Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI Device Basic Operations Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI Device Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can set the remote control buttons of the TV to control the connected HDMI device. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content Basic Operations Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can select a preset picture and sound setting (e.g. [Auto], [Cinema], [Sports]) that suits the content.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Saving power by picture brightness Basic Operations Saving power by picture brightness Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can reduce power consumption by changing the picture brightness. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Setting the current time manually Basic Operations Setting the current time manually Parts Description Overview Watching TV The current time is set automatically if the TV receives the time from a digital broadcast signal. If the TV cannot receive digital broadcast signal, set the current time manually.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Setting the on timer Basic Operations Setting the on timer Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can set the TV to turn on from standby mode at a selected time. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Setting the sleep timer Basic Operations Setting the sleep timer Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can set the TV to turn off after a preset period. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Using TV as Picture Frame Basic Operations Using TV as Picture Frame Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can set a photo in the connected USB device, network device or preset picture folder to be displayed for a specified period.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Setting parental lock password Basic Operations Setting parental lock password Parts Description Overview Watching TV Set the 4-digit password for parental lock. The password will be required when you change the parental lock settings.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Wireless connection (built-in wireless LAN) Basic Operations Wireless connection (built-in wireless LAN) Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV The built-in wireless LAN device allows you to access the Internet and enjoy the benefits of networking in a cable-free environment.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Wired connection (with a LAN cable) Basic Operations Wired connection (with a LAN cable) Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV A wired LAN connection allows you to access the Internet and your home network. Connect a LAN cable to your TV.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Browsing Websites Basic Operations Browsing Websites Parts Description Overview Watching TV When the TV is connected to the Internet, you can browse websites. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices Useful Functions Using Internet Using Home Network...
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Player, PDF viewer), web content may not be displayed correctly, or some functions may not work properly. Also, the TV may not support functions developed in the future. In no event shall Sony be liable for any damage caused or associated with the use of the Internet browser, malfunction (including software) or communication failure.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Watching Internet Video Basic Operations Watching Internet Video Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can enjoy Internet video content, including movies and cartoons, by accessing a gateway that delivers a variety of on-demand entertainment. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Using Internet Widgets Basic Operations Using Internet Widgets Parts Description Overview Watching TV Widgets are small downloadable applications that provide easy access to interactive content when your TV is connected to the Internet. You can select an activated Widget from the Home Using Other Devices Menu to display on the screen.
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MAC address and IP address are transmitted automatically from the TV to servers while an Internet connection is available. The servers are under the control of Sony, and MAC address will never be transmitted to servers controlled by other parties.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Performing initial setup Basic Operations Performing initial setup Parts Description Making a Connection Watching TV Enjoy widescreen video calls by connecting the optional Camera and Microphone Unit CMU- BR100. Using Other Devices Attach the camera to the TV, then connect the USB cable to the TV’s USB port.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Making a call Basic Operations Making a call Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can make free video and voice calls to friends and family anywhere in the world from the comfort of your living room.
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conversation. Status icons The list below indicates their availability: : Online, : Away, : Do Not Disturb, : Offline, : Offline (with call forwarding enabled), : Phone contact, : Offline (with voice mail enabled) About the status icons in the call history list Status icons The icons in the history list indicate the following: : Missed call,...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Current Music Information Search Basic Operations Current Music Information Search Parts Description Overview Watching TV This feature searches for information about music heard from your TV. You can obtain information about music played on the current program, external input, connected USB storage Using Other Devices device, etc.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Music/Video Keyword Search Basic Operations Music/Video Keyword Search Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can search for information about music/videos by entering a keyword (track title, album name, video title, etc.) and exploring the database. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Using Wi-Fi Direct Mode Basic Operations Using Wi-Fi Direct Mode Parts Description Overview Watching TV The TV can be connected directly with a Wi-Fi Direct/Wi-Fi compatible device (e.g. smartphone, PC) that also supports the “DLNA Push controller” function. Content such as photos/music/videos Using Other Devices on the device can be played on the TV.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet > Viewing Photomap Basic Operations Viewing Photomap Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can display a photo with a map of the location where the photo was taken. Connect a USB device containing a photo with geographical information.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network (DLNA) > Playing Content on a PC Basic Operations Playing Content on a PC Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can play photo/music/video files stored on a server (e.g. PC) that is connected to the same home network that the TV is connected to.
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(This feature is available on 3D-compatible models only.) To confirm the setting, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Playback Method] → [Slideshow Effect]. Displaying a 3D Sweep Panorama photo via the server is available only if the server is a Sony device that is compatible with the 3D Sweep Panorama photo display.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network (DLNA) > Using a Smartphone/PC as a Remote Control Basic Operations Using a Smartphone/PC as a Remote Control Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can control the TV using a smartphone with the “Media Remote” application installed, or using a PC with the “Remote Keyboard”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Selecting picture mode Basic Operations Selecting picture mode Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can select the picture mode according to your preference. The [Picture Mode] setting works in accordance with the [Scene Select] setting. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting screen size/position Basic Operations Setting screen size/position Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can set the screen size and position according to your preference. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA” Sync Devices Useful Functions Using Internet...
16:9 screen. For 16:9 original source, displays a 4:3 picture that has been horizontally stretched to 16:9, in 4:3 format. [Full]: Enlarges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the input signal is 4:3. When the input signal is 16:9 (High-definition source), select this option to display the 16:9 picture in its original size.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance) Basic Operations Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance) Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can adjust various sound settings, such as bass, treble, balance, etc. Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting sound according to TV position Basic Operations Setting sound according to TV position Parts Description Overview Watching TV You can create different sound images from the TV speakers according to how you position the Using Other Devices Using “BRAVIA”...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting audio for digital broadcasts Basic Operations Setting audio for digital broadcasts Parts Description Steps Watching TV Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the buttons.
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Select [On] or [Off] using the buttons, then press the button. Useful Functions When set to [On], the Sony logo is lit when the TV is turned on. Using Internet To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice. Using Home Network...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Picture/Screen Symptoms Basic Operations Picture/Screen Symptoms Parts Description Tiny black points and/or bright points appear on the screen. Picture quality is not as good as viewed at the store. Watching TV Distorted picture.
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The screen flickers. Set [Motionflow] to other than [Impulse] (e.g. [Standard]). No color./Dark picture./Color is not correct./Picture is too bright. Press the OPTIONS button, then select [Picture Adjustments] to make adjustments. Select [Reset] in [Picture Adjustments]. If you set [Power Saving] to [Low] or [High], black level will be enhanced. Blurry picture or poor color.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Broadcast Reception Symptoms Basic Operations Broadcast Reception Symptoms Parts Description Ghosting or double images appear. Only snow noise or black picture appears on the screen. Watching TV You cannot receive any channels. Using Other Devices You cannot receive or select channels.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms Basic Operations 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms Parts Description 3D pictures are not displayed. 3D effect is weak. A 3D Sweep Panorama photo cannot be displayed. Watching TV Black bars appear on both sides of the screen when watching 3D pictures. Using Other Devices 3D display automatically switches on when 3D signal is detected.
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3D display automatically switches on when 3D signal is detected. [Settings] → Set to manually turn the 3D display on or off. Press the HOME button, then select [Picture & Display] → [3D Settings] → [Auto 3D] → [Off]. The message [3D signal has been detected] automatically appears when 3D signal is detected.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Connected Device Symptoms Basic Operations Connected Device Symptoms Parts Description No picture from connected device. You cannot select connected device in the Home Menu. Watching TV Some input sources cannot be selected. Using Other Devices Certain programs on digital sources display a loss of detail.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Network/Application Symptoms Basic Operations Network/Application Symptoms Parts Description Sometimes video streaming quality is poor when using the wireless LAN. Wireless LAN connection fails or radio reception conditions are poor. Watching TV The TV cannot connect with your wireless router (or access point) at 5GHz.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Home Network Symptoms Basic Operations Home Network Symptoms Parts Description Your TV cannot connect to the server. A message appears stating that the TV cannot connect to your network. Watching TV Server is inaccessible.