Sony KDL-55HX850 v2 Operating Instructions
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KDL-55HX850/46HX850
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Basic Operations
How to use remote
Home Menu screen
Picture adjustment
Enjoy Internet on TV
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Watch in 3D
Watch connected device
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TV Controls and Indicators
Front
Right
Terminals
Bottom
Rear
Right
Remote Control
Top
Upper
Middle
Lower
Bottom
Home Menu screen
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Watching TV
Selecting Channels
Selecting channels from the Home Menu
Selecting channels by the number buttons
Rovi On Screen Guide
Watching in 3D
Watching Twin Picture
Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP)
Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P)
Changing Display/Audio
Display information
Subtitles/Closed captions
Screen format/Wide Mode
Audio (for analog mode)
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Using Other Devices
BD/DVD Player
HDMI connection
Component video connection
Composite connection
Digital Still Camera/Camcorder
USB Device
PC
Audio System
HDMI connection
Optical audio connection
Audio cable connection
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Using BRAVIA Sync Devices
Setting BRAVIA Sync
Using the Sync Menu
Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI Device
Displaying the HDMI Device List
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Useful Functions
Picture/Sound Auto Adjustment
Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content
Automatically adjusting picture brightness according to ambient light
Adding to Favorites
Saving Power Consumption
Saving power by picture brightness
Saving power by automatically adjusting the backlight drive
Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time
Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal
Using Clock/Timers
Setting the current time manually
Setting the on timer
Setting the sleep timer
Using TV as Picture Frame
Setting Parental Control
Setting parental lock password
Setting viewing restriction
Blocking specific channels
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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 Applications
Using Skype
Performing initial setup
Making a call
Current Music Information Search
Music/Video Keyword Search
Using Wi-Fi Direct Mode
Viewing Photomap
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Using Home Network (DLNA)
Playing Content on a PC
Home Network Settings
Enabling the renderer function
Checking registered remote devices
Allowing/blocking access from controller
Making advanced renderer settings
Selecting servers to display
Checking server connection
Playing Content with Renderer Function
Using a Smartphone/PC as a Remote Control
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Configuring Various Settings
Picture/Screen Settings
Selecting picture mode
Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color)
Locking picture adjustment
Setting screen size/position
Sound Settings
Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance)
Setting sound according to TV position
Channel Settings
Checking signal information
Selecting the cable/antenna signal
Tuning channels automatically
Adding digital channels
Setting channels to surf with CH +/- buttons
Editing channel labels
Fine adjusting analog channels
Program Information & Service Settings
Setting the information banner
Setting closed captions
Selecting a program information source
General Settings
Turning off the key tone of remote control operations
Turning off start-up logo
Setting menu language
Setting your region
External Sound Output Settings
Selecting speakers to output sound
Outputting sound from headphones
Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TVs remote control
Setting headphone speaker link
Setting audio source for HDMI/DVI input
External Input Settings
Managing external inputs
Switching the video input
Making advanced settings of video input
Running initial setup
Support
Checking Sony contact information
Uploading operation history
Software Update
Updating broadcast/service software
Updating TVs software
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Troubleshooting
Power Symptoms
Picture/Screen Symptoms
Broadcast Reception Symptoms
3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms
Sound Symptoms
Connected Device Symptoms
Network/Application Symptoms
Home Network Symptoms
Remote Control Symptoms
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How to Use Bookmarks
You can save frequently viewed pages in this manual. Use the color buttons indicated at the bottom of the screen.
To save a page In the page to bookmark, press the red button that corresponds to [Add Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen.
To access the bookmarked page Press the blue button that corresponds to [Show Bookmarks] at the bottom of the screen to display the bookmark list. Select the desired title using the / buttons, then press the button.
To return to the previous screen Press the RETURN button.
To remove a bookmark In a bookmarked page, press the red button that corresponds to [Remove Bookmark] at the bottom of the screen.
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Licensing Information
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
Fergason Patent Properties, LLC: U.S. Patent No. 5,717,422 U.S. Patent No. 6,816,141
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Rovi and Rovi On Screen Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.
The Rovi On Screen Guide system is manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.
The Rovi On Screen Guide system is protected by one or more United States patents of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.
Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries and related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi On Screen Guide system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area. In no event shall Rovi Corporation and/or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi On Screen Guide system.
Blu-ray Disc, Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
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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. For more information, please visit www.gracenote.com. CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, and music and video-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright 2000-present Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright 2000-present Gracenote. One or more patents owned by Gracenote apply to this product and service. See the Gracenote website for a nonexhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents. Gracenote, CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS, the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the Powered by Gracenote logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the United States and/or other countries.
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Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR qualified in the Home mode. It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of these government agencies, designed to promote energy efficient products and practices.
Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV (i.e. Rovi On Screen Guide, Picture/Sound, Light Sensor, Power Savings) can increase or change the power consumption.
Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may exceed the limits required for the ENERGY STAR qualification in the Home mode.
The 55 class has a 54.6 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally).
The illustrations of the remote control used in this manual are of the RM-YD073 unless otherwise stated.
The illustrations used in this manual may differ depending on your TV model.
Retain this manual for future reference.
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TV Controls and Indicators Front Right
Terminals Bottom Rear Right
Remote Control Top Upper Middle Lower Bottom
Home Menu screen
Watching TV
Selecting Channels Selecting channels from the Home Menu Selecting channels by the number buttons
Rovi On Screen Guide Watching in 3D Watching Twin Picture
Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P)
Changing Display/Audio
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Display information Subtitles/Closed captions Screen format/Wide Mode Audio (for analog mode)
Using Other Devices
BD/DVD Player HDMI connection Component video connection Composite connection
Digital Still Camera/Camcorder USB Device PC Audio System
HDMI connection Optical audio connection Audio cable connection
Using BRAVIA Sync Devices
Setting BRAVIA Sync Using the Sync Menu Setting Buttons to Control the HDMI Device Displaying the HDMI Device List
Useful Functions
Picture/Sound Auto Adjustment Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content Automatically adjusting picture brightness according to ambient light
Adding to Favorites Saving Power Consumption
Saving power by picture brightness Saving power by automatically adjusting the backlight drive Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal
Using Clock/Timers Setting the current time manually Setting the on timer Setting the sleep timer
Using TV as Picture Frame Setting Parental Control
Setting parental lock password Setting viewing restriction Blocking specific channels
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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 Applications Using Skype
Performing initial setup Making a call
Current Music Information Search Music/Video Keyword Search Using Wi-Fi Direct Mode Viewing Photomap
Using Home Network (DLNA)
Playing Content on a PC Home Network Settings
Enabling the renderer function Checking registered remote devices Allowing/blocking access from controller Making advanced renderer settings Selecting servers to display Checking server connection
Playing Content with Renderer Function Using a Smartphone/PC as a Remote Control
Configuring Various Settings
Picture/Screen Settings Selecting picture mode Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color) Locking picture adjustment Setting screen size/position
Sound Settings Adjusting various sound settings (e.g. bass/treble/balance) Setting sound according to TV position
Channel Settings Checking signal information Selecting the cable/antenna signal Tuning channels automatically Adding digital channels Setting channels to surf with CH +/- buttons Editing channel labels
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Fine adjusting analog channels Program Information & Service Settings
Setting the information banner Setting closed captions Selecting a program information source
General Settings Turning off the key tone of remote control operations Turning off start-up logo Setting menu language Setting your region
External Sound Output Settings Selecting speakers to output sound Outputting sound from headphones Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TVs remote control Setting headphone speaker link Setting audio source for HDMI/DVI input
External Input Settings Managing external inputs Switching the video input Making advanced settings of video input
Running initial setup Support
Checking Sony contact information Uploading operation history
Software Update Updating broadcast/service software Updating TVs software
Troubleshooting
Power Symptoms Picture/Screen Symptoms Broadcast Reception Symptoms 3D Picture/Glasses Symptoms Sound Symptoms Connected Device Symptoms Network/Application Symptoms Home Network Symptoms Remote Control Symptoms
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How to use remote
Using / / / and Buttons
Operate this TVs functions and settings basically using / / / and buttons.
1. Select the item on the screen using the / / / buttons.
2. Press the button to apply the selection.
Using RETURN and Color Buttons
To return to the previous screen Press the RETURN button.
To operate functions using the color buttons The color buttons and available functions are indicated at the bottom of the screen.
Press the color button that corresponds to the function you want to use.
The available functions differ depending on the screen.
Related Information
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Home Menu screen
Overview
The Home Menu, which can be displayed by pressing the HOME button, contains various categories.
You can select a desired category in the Home Menu and access items, such as program listings, input sources, TV settings menu, etc.
Categories in the Home Menu
[Settings] Provides settings (e.g. picture settings, sound settings, key tone setting) that allow you to customize your TV.
[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.
[Recommendations] Presents recommendations. (Recommendations is available depending on your region/country.) To show/hide [Recommendations], press the HOME button, then select [Settings] [Preferences] [Recommendation] [On]/[Off].
[TV] Allows you to select a list of TV channels, or a program guide. (Program guide is available depending on your TV model or region.)
[Media]
Categories
Categories
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
1. Press the HOME button. The Home Menu appears.
2. Select the category at the bottom of the screen using the / buttons. (Illustration example: When selecting the [Settings] category.)
3. Select the item using the / buttons, then press the button. (Illustration example: When selecting [Picture & Display].)
4. In the displayed screen, perform the operation using the / / / and buttons. (Illustration example: When selecting [Picture Adjustments] using the / and buttons.)
To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.
Tips The items you can select may vary depending on the situation.
Unavailable items are grayed out or not displayed.
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Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color)
Overview
You can adjust various picture settings, such as picture brightness/color, etc.
Steps
1. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] at the bottom of the screen using the / buttons.
2. Select [Picture & Display] using the / buttons, then press the button.
3. Select [Picture Adjustments] using the / buttons, then press the button.
4. Select the desired option using the / buttons, then press the button.
To return to the last viewed source, press the HOME button twice.
Available Options
[Setting Memory] Applies custom picture settings to the current input or to common memory shared by other inputs.
[Picture Mode] Enables selection of a picture mode according to your preference. Jump to the page
[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.
[Color] Adjusts color intensity.
[Hue] Adjusts green and red tones. ([Hue] is available depending on color system.)
[Color Temperature] Adjusts the whiteness of the picture. [Cool]: Gives white colors a bluish tint. [Neutral]: Gives white colors a neutral tint. [Warm 1]/[Warm 2]: Gives white colors a reddish tint. [Warm 2] gives a redder tint than [Warm 1].
[Sharpness] Adjusts sharpness of the picture.
[Noise Reduction] [Auto]: Automatically reduces picture noise. [High]/[Medium]/[Low]: Modifies the effect of noise reduction. [Off]: Turns off [Noise Reduction].
[MPEG Noise Reduction] [Auto]: Automatically reduces noise in MPEG-compressed videos. [High]/[Medium]/[Low]: Reduces noise in MPEG-compressed videos. [Off]: Turns off [MPEG Noise Reduction].
[Dot Noise Reduction] [Auto]: Automatically reduces dot noise around objects on the screen. [Off]: Turns off [Dot Noise Reduction].
[Reality Creation] Adjusts detail and noise for a realistic picture. ([Reality Creation] is available depending on the TV model.)
[Video Area Detection] Adjusts effect level optimally by detecting video area within a picture. ([Video Area Detection] is available depending on the TV model.)
[Resolution] Adjusts detail and clarity of the picture. ([Resolution] is available depending on the TV model.)
[Noise Filtering] Adjusts to reduce noise of the picture. ([Noise Filtering] is available depending on the TV model.)
[Smooth Gradation]
Creates smooth gradations on flat surfaces of the picture. ([Smooth Gradation] is available depending on the TV model.)
[Motionflow] [Smooth]: Provides smoother picture movement; especially effective for film-based content. [Standard]: Provides smoother picture movement for standard use. [Clear]: Reduces motion blur while maintaining brightness for high-speed picture content. [Clear Plus]: Reduces motion blur for high-speed picture content more than [Clear]. [Impulse]: Reproduces original picture quality. Provides cinema-like picture, which may flicker. [Off]: Use this setting if [Smooth], [Standard], [Clear], [Clear Plus] or [Impulse] results in picture noise. (Depending on the picture content, you may not see the effect visually even if you have changed the settings.)
[CineMotion] [Auto 1]: Provides smoother picture movement than the original film-based content by applying a film-specific process. Use this setting for standard use. [Auto 2]: Displays film-based content with picture expression close to the original by applying a film-specific process. [Off]: Turns off [CineMotion]. (If the image contains irregular signals or too much noise, this setting is automatically turned off even if [Auto 1] or [Auto 2] is selected.)
[Advanced Settings] Sets [Picture Adjustments] settings in more detail.
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Enjoy Internet on TV
Overview
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. The items on the Sony Entertainment Network screen differ depending on your region/country, and are subject to change.
Steps
1. Make a broadband Internet connection.
2. Press the SEN button to display the Sony Entertainment Network screen.
3. Select the desired service or website using the / / / buttons, then press the button.
Tips Depending on the service, registration may be required before use.
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How to use i-Manual
Searching for Information
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.
Table of Contents: Searches from a title list. Troubleshooting: Searches for solutions to problems. Index: Searches by function/feature name.
Use the / buttons to switch between the / / tabs.
Tips The supplied paper manual contains important information such as cautions and operating instructions to prevent accidents. Read the supplied paper manual thoroughly for safe use.
Steps
Procedure example: Table of Contents search
1. In the main page of this manual, select the Table of Contents tab using the / buttons.
2. Select a title on the left of the screen using the / buttons, then press the button. The titles on the right of the screen change according to the title selected on the left of the screen.
3. Select a title on the right of the screen using the / buttons, then press the button. The page of the selected title appears.
4. Press the button to proceed to the next page. To return to the previous page, press the button.
To go to the main page Press the corresponding color button indicated at the bottom of the screen.
To close the i-Manual Press the i-MANUAL button.
If you press the i-MANUAL button again, the previously displayed page reappears. If you press the i-MANUAL button after the TV is turned off, the main page appears.
Displaying the Page Again While Operating the TV
Press the i-MANUAL button repeatedly to toggle between the TV screen and previously displayed page of the i-Manual. In this way, you can refer to the i-Manual while operating the TV.
Saving Frequently Viewed Pages (Bookmark)
You can save frequently viewed pages in this manual using a color button. For details on how to bookmark, press the color button that corresponds to [Show Bookmarks] at the bottom of the screen.
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Useful OPTIONS button
Quickly Accessing Functions by the OPTIONS Button
By pressing the OPTIONS button, the Options Menu appears and provides quick access to the functions that are available for the currently displayed screen. (The items in the Options Menu differ depending on the selected screen.) This provides faster access to functions than from the Home Menu.
Steps
1. Press the OPTIONS button to display the Options Menu.
2. Select an item using the / buttons, then press the button.
3. Select an item or value using the / / / buttons, then press the button.
To return to the previous screen during operation, press the RETURN button.
OPTIONS
OPTIONS
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Watching in 3D
Overview
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.
3D Sync Transmitter and 3D Glasses communication range The preferred viewing position needs to be kept within the range where the 3D Sync Transmitter works.
Do not put anything in front of the 3D Sync Transmitter. Doing so may affect its function. Signals between the 3D Sync Transmitter and 3D Glasses may be interrupted if an infrared device is used near the TV.
Steps
1. Display the content to watch in 3D on the TV screen.
2. Turn the 3D Glasses on, then put them on. If no 3D effect is achieved, perform the following steps. You can use the following models of 3D Glasses: TDG-BR750, BR250, BR200, BR100, BR50. (Availability of these models may differ depending on the region/country.)
3. Press the 3D button to display the [3D Display] screen.
3D view without 3D Glasses 3D view with 3D Glasses
3D Sync Transmitter
Overhead view
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1-6 m (3-20 ft.)
Side view 45
30
1-6 m (3-20 ft.)
Power button
3D Glasses TDG-BR250
4. 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].
To adjust the 3D settings You can adjust the following 3D settings.
Press the HOME button, select [Settings] [Picture & Display] [3D Settings], then the desired option.
[3D Display] Opens [3D Display] to switch the display modes.
[3D Depth Adjustment] Adjusts the depth of 3D pictures on the screen (available only for content with 3D signals). Select [Auto(High)] to always optimize to a visually comfortable depth. Select [Auto(Low)] to provide a visually comfortable depth which is close to the original picture. You can also manually set the adjustment value. ([Auto(High)]/[Auto(Low)] are available depending on the TV model.)
[Simulated 3D Effect] Heightens/lessens the 3D effect when you display 2D pictures in simulated 3D.
[3D Glasses Brightness] Sets the image brightness when using 3D display mode. By selecting [Auto], image brightness through the 3D Glasses is automatically adjusted in conjunction with the [Picture Mode] setting.
[Auto 3D] Automatically switches to 3D display mode when a 3D signal is detected. Select [Off] to prevent 3D display mode from being automatically selected when a 3D signal is detected.
[3D Signal Notification] Notifies when a 3D signal is detected.
Notes
3D effect is available only when pictures are displayed in full screen.
If [Motionflow] is set to other than [Off], the smooth movement of the picture may be lost as the picture process to minimize screen flicker is applied. In such a case, set [Motionflow] to [Off] to
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display the original picture.
Recommended viewing angle and distance may vary depending on the TVs location and room conditions.
Simulated 3D effect may be less pronounced with some picture sources.
Perceived simulated 3D effect may vary from person to person.
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Switching Input Source
Switch the input source to a device (e.g. BD player, digital still camera, camcorder) that is connected to the TV using an HDMI cable, component cable, or video cable.
Steps
1. After making a connection, turn on the connected device.
2. Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the connected device.
3. Start playback on the connected device.
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Light sensor Senses room light level and adjusts the screen brightness accordingly. Do not put anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its function.
Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Do not put anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its function.
(Picture off/Timer) Lights up in green when you select [Picture Off]. Lights up in orange when you set the timer. Lights up in and/or blinks orange during a software upgrade.
(Standby) Lights up in red when your TV is in standby mode, PC power saving mode or during a software upgrade.
I (Power) Lights up in green when the TV is on.
3D Sync Transmitter Emits the 3D sync signal. Do not put anything near the sensor. Doing so may affect its function.
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(Power) Press to turn on the TV or to enter standby mode.
CH +/ (Channel)/ / Press to select the next (+) or previous () channel.
In the TV Home Menu, these buttons will work as / .
+/ (Volume)/ / Press to adjust the volume.
In the TV Home Menu, these buttons will work as / .
(Input select)/ (Select/Confirm) Press to display a list of inputs. To select the connected device input, press this button repeatedly.
In the TV Home Menu, this button will work as (select/confirm).
HOME Press to display the TV Home Menu.
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LAN Connects to an existing network using an Ethernet cable.
RF input that connects to your cable or antenna.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) You can listen to TV sound on a connected home theater system with digital input.
HDMI IN 1/4 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all- digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video device. In addition, when you connect device that is compatible with Control for HDMI, communication with the connected device is supported.
Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing the HDMI logo.
If connecting a digital audio system that is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, use HDMI IN 1. If not, an additional connection with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) is necessary.
If the device has a DVI jack, connect it to HDMI IN 2 through a DVI - HDMI adapter interface (not supplied), and connect the device's audio out jacks to PC/HDMI 2 AUDIO IN.
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Speaker Integrated Stand Connects to the Speaker Integrated Stand. Speaker Integrated Stand is not supported by some models.
/ VIDEO IN 1 Connect with a composite video cable. When connecting mono device, connect to the L (MONO) audio jack.
/ COMPONENT IN, VIDEO IN 2 This input can be used as a composite video input or as a component video input. When connecting mono device, connect to the L (MONO) audio jack. For composite use, connect to VIDEO IN 2 for video, and to AUDIO (L/R) of /
COMPONENT IN for audio signals. For component connection, use Y, PB, PR for video signals and also connect to AUDIO (L/R) for audio signals.
The TV will automatically detect and switch between VIDEO IN 2 and / COMPONENT IN. To manually set the input type, press the HOME
button, select [Settings] [Channels & Inputs] [Video 2/Component Selection].
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USB 1 You can enjoy photo, music and video files stored on a USB device.
USB 2 You can enjoy photo, music and video files stored on a USB device.
/ PC IN Connect a PC cable