Sony Bravia KDL-32L4010 Operating Instructions Manual
Sony Bravia KDL-32L4010 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Bravia KDL-32L4010 Operating Instructions Manual

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Color TV
KDL-32L4010
© 2009 Sony Corporation
Sony Customer Support
U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport
Canada: www.sony.ca/support
United States
1.800.222.SONY
Sony will work to resolve
your questions more quickly than your retailer.
Please Do Not Return
the Product to the Store
Canada
1.877.899.SONY

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  • Page 1 Color TV Sony Customer Support U.S.A.: www.sony.com/tvsupport Canada: www.sony.ca/support United States Canada 1.800.222.SONY 1.877.899.SONY Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer. Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store KDL-32L4010 © 2009 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 “PLAYSTATION” is a registered Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. cable service provider. Availability of trademark and “PS3” is a trademark of Sony Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, digital cable television programming in San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4. Setting Up the Channel List - Index ............. 44 Initial Setup ......... 20 Quick Setup Guide Customer Support (supplied separately) United States Provides a variety of connection http://www.sony.com/tvsupport diagrams for optional equipment. Canada http://www.sony.ca/support Register online United States http://productregistration.sony.com Canada...
  • Page 4: Welcome To The World Of Bravia

    Welcome to the World of BRAVIA ® Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. The quality of the image you ® see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming.
  • Page 5: Picture Quality And Aspect Ratio

    Picture Quality and Aspect Ratio You can enjoy crisp, clear images, smooth movement and high-impact visuals from 1080i HD signals. When you compare a high-definition signal to a standard analog signal, you will notice a big difference. The 1080i HD signals provide more than twice the vertical resolution of the standard TV signal.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started 1. Installing the TV How to Carry the TV Install the Table-Top Stand before connecting the TV Be sure to follow these guidelines to protect your property and avoid causing serious injury. The Table-Top Stand for this product is packaged separately.
  • Page 7: Securing The Tv

    Use the supplied screws to attach the TV Use a Sony TV Stand unit to the Table-Top Stand. Use a Sony specified TV stand (see page 2) and follow the instruction manual provided with the Sony TV stand. If a Sony specified TV stand is not used, consider the following recommended measures.
  • Page 8 Recommended Measures to Secure the • Contact Sony Customer Support to obtain the optional Support Belt Kit by providing your TV Secure the stand for the TV model name. Make sure the TV stand can adequately For United States call: 1-800-488-7669 or support the weight of the TV.
  • Page 9: Bundling The Connecting Cables

    • Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to wall-mount the TV. • For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends 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 10: Installing The Wall-Mount Bracket

    Sony dealer or licensed contractor. Do not attempt to install it yourself. Sony is not liable for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation. Please provide this installation information to...
  • Page 11 Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket and Unit: inches (mm) Mounting Hooks Open the Wall-Mount Bracket package and check for all the required parts including the instructions. See the Installation Dimensions Table (below) in order to determine the best location for wall-mounting. The wall must Center line of the screen when installed on the wall be strong enough to support at least four times the weight of the TV.
  • Page 12: When Installing The Tv Against A Wall Or Enclosed Area

    Screw and Hook Location Diagram When Installing the TV against a TV Model Screw Hook wall or enclosed area location location Make sure that your TV has adequate KDL-32L4010 e, g ventilation. Allow enough space around the Screw location TV as shown below. When installing the Mounting Hook on the TV.
  • Page 13: Locating Inputs And Outputs

    2. Locating Inputs and Outputs Left side panel VIDEO IN VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO Item Description 1 VIDEO IN 2 The composite audio and video output jacks are used to connect external video VIDEO/ devices, such as video cameras, DVDs or video game consoles. L (MONO)- AUDIO-R •...
  • Page 14: Rear Of Tv

    Rear of TV SE RV IC E ON LY S VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL VIDEO AUDIO (COAXIAL) (MONO) AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COMPONENT IN CABLE / ANTENNA VIDEO IN PC IN A UDIO OUT (FIX ) (1080i/720p/480p/480i) Item Description 1 HDMI IN 1/2 HDMI (High definition multimedia interface) offers an audio/video digital interface R-AUDIO-L without compression between this TV and any other audio/video equipment with...
  • Page 15 Item Description 3 VIDEO IN 1 Should be connected to the S VIDEO output jack of your DVD player or other video S VIDEO equipment with S VIDEO. The S VIDEO connection offers a better picture quality than a composite video connection (4). Because S VIDEO does not provide sound, the audio cables should remain connected.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Tv

    3. Connecting the TV Cable system and/or VHF/UHF Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only) 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of TV (not supplied) CABLE/ANTENNA input • It is recommended that you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to receive optimum picture quality.
  • Page 17 Shown with DVI Connection CATV/Satellite antenna cable DVI-to-HDMI cable Rear of TV HD cable box/ SE RV IC E ON LY HD satellite box S VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL VIDEO AUDIO (COAXIAL) (MONO) AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO COMPONENT IN CABLE / ANTENNA VIDEO IN PC IN...
  • Page 18: Pc Input Signal Reference Chart

    Use the TV as a monitor for your PC by connecting an HD15-HD15 cable as shown below. This TV can also be connected to a PC with a DVI or HDMI output (refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide). Rear of TV SE RV IC E ON LY S VIDEO...
  • Page 19: Other Equipment

    Other Equipment Digital satellite Blu-ray Disc Digital Audio DVD player receiver Player/“PS3” Camcorder Headphones cable box system VIDEO IN VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO Cable/Antenna Rear of TV Side panel SE RV IC E ON LY S VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL VIDEO AUDIO (COAXIAL) (MONO) AUDIO...
  • Page 20: Setting Up The Channel List - Initial Setup

    4. Setting Up the Channel Follow the help text provided on the screen to run Auto Program. The Auto List - Initial Setup Program will scan for available channels After you finish connecting your TV, you need from the signal source directly connected to run Initial Setup, which automatically sets to the TV’s CABLE/ANTENNA input.
  • Page 21: Exploring Fun Features

    Setting the Control for HDMI In order for the Control for HDMI to operate, you must set up the TV and other Sony equipment with Control for HDMI function (see page 39). For other equipment, refer to the operating instructions for that equipment.
  • Page 22: Remote Control And Tv Controls/Indicators

    Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators Inserting Batteries Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the Push to remote control. open Using the Remote Control Follow the guidelines below •...
  • Page 23: Remote Control

    Remote Control Button Description 1 DISPLAY Press once to display the information pertaining to the channel and/or program you are watching (if available). The OSD (On Screen Display) will time out in a few seconds, or press again to immediately turn off the display.
  • Page 24: Using The Guide

    Button Description 6 GUIDE Press to display the Guide when you are watching channels (if available from the station). Using the Guide The Guide allows you to select channels from a channel SOUND list and also provides information about the current GUIDE program being shown on each channel.
  • Page 25 Button Description qg WIDE Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode (Zoom) settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen menu (see page 33). SOUND Changing the Wide Screen Mode GUIDE 4:3 Original source 16:9 Original source...
  • Page 26 Button Description qh INPUT Press to display the list of External Inputs and TV mode. Press repeatedly to toggle through the inputs. • See page 38 (Label Inputs) on setting up the SOUND External Inputs labels. GUIDE qj V/v/B/b Press V/v/B/b to move the on-screen cursor. Press select/confirm an item.
  • Page 27: Tv Controls/Indicators

    LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For details, see page 39. If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate the TV needs servicing (see contacting Sony information on the front cover). Lights up in green when the Backlight feature is activated (see page 32 for details).
  • Page 28: Using Tv Menus

    Using TV Menus MENU provides one button access for controlling your TV. It enables you to perform a variety of tasks with a control panel on the screen. Navigating through TV Menus Press on the remote control to display the menu options. SOUND To highlight a menu option press B, then press V/v to go through the GUIDE...
  • Page 29: 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 eight inputs. To select press • To exit from external inputs list, press •...
  • Page 30 PC-PIP The PIP feature (picture in picture) allows you to view two pictures simultaneously on the TV by displaying the PC input signal in the Main Window and a TV channel in the Sub Window. Main Window Sub Window (PC) (TV Channel) •...
  • Page 31: Using The Picture Menu

    Using the Picture Menu Picture Mode Vivid For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Customized Picture Standard For standard picture settings. Recommended for home entertainment. Cinema For viewing film-based content. Most suitable for viewing in a theater-like environment. • You can also access the Picture Mode feature in all inputs by pressing on the remote control.
  • Page 32: Using The Sound Menu

    Using the Sound Menu Sound Mode Dynamic Enhances the sound of action movies, sports events and musical videos. Standard Standard sound optimized for home use. Game Enhances the sound of video games. Clear Voice Enhances the sound of voices. Recommended for television news and documentary programs.
  • Page 33: Using The Screen Menu

    Using the Screen Menu Wide Mode These options allow you to change the aspect ratio of the screen. Wide Zoom Fills the screen with minimum distortion. Normal Select to display 4:3 pictures in original aspect ratio when the original source is 4:3. •...
  • Page 34: Using The Channel Menu

    Using the Channel Menu Favorites Lets you set up a list of up to eight of your favorite channels or inputs. Press V/v to select Add to Favorites option and press to add the current channel or input to your Favorites list. To select a favorite channel or input from the list, press V/v to go through the list and to select.
  • Page 35: Using The Parental Lock

    Label Channels Allows you to assign labels to channel numbers. Press V/v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press to select the channel number that you want to assign a label. Press B/b/V/v to move through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9) and press select it.
  • Page 36 Digital Rating Select to turn Digital Rating off. No programs are blocked from Available only in viewing based on their rating. U.S.A. where Custom Select to customize the Parental Lock with downloadable digital advanced ratings ratings. exist Clear All Select to clear the downloaded ratings. Unrated Allow Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating.
  • Page 37 Custom Rating System Chart US Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options To select custom rating options for the U.S., select U.S.A. in the Select Country setting (see page 36). Movie Rating All children and general audience. Parental guidance suggested. PG-13 Parental guidance for children under 13.
  • Page 38: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the Setup Menu Closed Captions Allows you to select from several closed captions modes (for programs that are (CC) broadcasted with closed captioning). Disables Closed Captions (CC). Enables Closed Captions (CC). Program Select to program Closed Captions (CC). If you select the Program option under Closed Caption (CC), you can change the following settings: Basic Allows you to select basic closed caption options (EIA-608).
  • Page 39 Update equipment connected to the HDMI input. for HDMI List Product Support Sony Contact information for Product Support is available in this option. 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.
  • Page 40: Additional Information

    If you have additional questions, service http://www.sony.com/tvsupport for US Support needs, or require technical assistance http://www.sony.ca/support for Canadian related to the use of your Sony TV, please Support, or call: visit our website or call one of the 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support...
  • Page 41 Condition Explanation/Solution ❑ No color/Dark Press to select the desired picture mode (page 23). ❑ picture/Color is not Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture menu (page 31). correct/Picture is too bright. ❑ Noisy picture. Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied).
  • Page 42 Condition Explanation/Solution ❑ Suddenly the The picture gets smaller during the commercials, this is due to the method the provider broadcasts their contents. When HD content channels switch to SD picture gets smaller. definition content (commercials), the picture may become smaller with a black border.
  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications Model KDL-32L4010 System Television system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality) Channel coverage Analog terrestrial: 2 - 69 / Digital terrestrial: 2 - 69 Analog Cable: 1-125 / Digital Cable: 1-135 Panel system LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel...
  • Page 44: Index

    Index 0-9 button Speakers 4:3 Default STANDBY LED Info Banner Steady Sound Infrared Receiver (IR) , 27 INPUT button Add Digital Channels Installing the TV on a wall Advanced Settings THEATER button Alt. Audio/MTS TOOLS button , 15 AUDIO OUT jack Treble JUMP button , 34...
  • Page 48 For Your Convenience Be sure to register your TV. Online United States http://productregistration.sony.com Registration: Canada http://www.SonyStyle.ca/registration 4-146-159-11(1) Printed in U.S.A.

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