Sony Kdl 19l4000 Operating Instructions

							
© 2008 Sony Corporation3-878-284-14(1)
KDL-32L40xx
KDL-26L40xx
KDL-19L40xx
Operating Instructions 
LCD Digital Colour TV
 
						

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NOTICE FOR 
CUSTOMERS IN THE 
UNITED KINGDOM
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this 
equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced 
with the same rating of fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to 
BS 1362 (i.e., marked with   or  ) must be used.
When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted 
with the same rating of fuse, otherwise the circuit should be 
protected by a 10 AMP FUSE at the distribution board.
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 station.
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and 
replace the fuse.
Please refer to the illustration that actually equipped with 
the product.
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this manual 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
• Any functions related to Digital TV ( ) will only 
work in countries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2) 
digital terrestrial signals are broadcasted. Please confirm 
with your local dealer if you can receive a DVB-T signal 
where you live.
 Although this TV set follows DVB-T specifications, 
compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial 
broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.
 Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some 
countries.  is a registered trademark of the DVB Project
 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
HDMI Licensing LLC.
The “xx” that appears on the model name, corresponds to 
two numeric digits related to design or colour variation.
Introduction
Notice for Digital TV function
FUSE
FUSE
The manufacturer of this product is Sony 
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-
0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC 
and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, 
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. 
For any service or guarantee matters please refer to 
the addresses given in separate service or guarantee 
documents.
Trademark information
About the model name in this manual
 
						

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Safety information.............................................................................................................8
Precautions......................................................................................................................10
Overview of the remote ..................................................................................................11
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators ..................................................................12
Watching TV ....................................................................................................................13
Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)  .................................16
Using the Digital Favourite list  .............................................................................17
Connecting optional equipment ....................................................................................18
Viewing pictures from connected equipment ..............................................................19
Using control for HDMI ...................................................................................................20
Navigating through menus.............................................................................................21
Picture Adjustment menu...............................................................................................22
Sound Adjustment menu................................................................................................24
Features menu.................................................................................................................25
Set-up menu ....................................................................................................................27
Digital Set-up menu ........................................................................................................30
Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket) .........................................................32
Specifications ..................................................................................................................35
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................37
Start-up Guide 4
Watching TV
Using Optional Equipment
Using MENU Functions
Additional Information
Table of Contents
 : for digital channels only
 
						

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Start-up Guide
1: Checking the 
accessories
Remote RM-ED014 (1)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
Stand (1)
Screws for stand (3)
Cable band (1)
To insert batteries into the remote
~ 
 Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.
 Do not use different types of batteries together or mix 
old and new batteries.
 Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way. 
Certain regions may regulate disposal of batteries. 
Please consult your local authority.
 Handle the remote with care. Do not drop or step on it, 
or spill liquid of any kind onto it.
 Do not place the remote in a location near a heat source, 
a place subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.
2: Attaching the stand
Follow the assembling steps required to place on a 
TV stand.
1Take out the Table-Top Stand and screws 
from the carton. The screws are found in 
the accessory bag.
KDL-32L40xx/KDL-26L40xxKDL-19L40xx
2Gently slide the TV unit onto the neck of 
the Table-Top Stand and align the screws 
holes.
~ 
 When you carry the TV, place your hand as illustrated 
and hold it securely, see page 8. Do not put stress on the 
LCD panel and the frame around the screen.
 Be careful not to pinch your hands or the mains lead 
when you install the TV to the Table-Top Stand.
3Use the supplied screws to attach the TV 
unit to the Table-Top Stand.
~ 
 If an electric screw driver is used, set the torque to 
tighten at approximately 1.5 N·m {15 kgf·cm}.
 Unless otherwise stated, illustrations here are for KDL-
32L40xx.
Push and slide to open.
Accessory bag Screws
TV unit
Table-Top 
Stand
Accessory bag Screws
TV unit Table-Top 
Stand
Rear of TV
Screws
 
						

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Start-up Guide3: Connecting an 
aerial/VCR/ DVD 
recorder
~ 
 AV1 outputs available only for analogue TV.
 AV2 outputs to the current screen (except PC, 
HDMI1,2, Component 1080i).
This product has been tested and found to compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using 
connection cables not longer than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Coaxial cable
Connecting an aerial only
AV 1AV 2
Connecting an aerial/ VCR/ DVD recorder with SCART
Scart lead
VCR/ DVD recorderCoaxial cableCoaxial cable
12
Connecting an aerial/ VCR/ DVD recorder with HDMI
HDMI cable
Coaxial cableCoaxial cable
VCR/ DVD recorder
Continued
 
						

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4: Preventing the TV 
from toppling over
KDL-32L40xx, KDL-26L40xx only
1Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, 
not supplied) in the TV stand.
2Install a machine screw (M6 × 12-14 mm, 
not supplied) into the screw hole of the TV.
3Tie the wood screw and the machine 
screw with a strong cord.
5: Bundling the cables
You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated 
below.
~ 
Do not bundle the mains lead with other connecting cables.
6: Selecting the 
language, country/region 
and location
1Connect the TV to your mains socket 
(220-240V AC, 50Hz).
2Press 1 on the top edge of the TV.
When you turn on the TV for the first time, the 
Language menu appears on the screen.
~ 
When you turn on the TV, the power indicator flashes 
in green.
3Press F/f to select the language 
displayed on the menu screens, then
press
 .
2
1
3
3,4,5
RETURNTOOLS
AUD I OANALOG DIGITAL
GUIDE
MENU
Select: Confirm:
Language
Country
LocationEnglish
Nederlands
Italiano
Deutsch
Auto Start-up
 
						

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Start-up Guide4Press F/f to select the country/region in 
which you will operate the TV, then press 
.
If the country/region which you want to use on 
the TV does not appear in the list, select “-” 
instead of a country/region.
5Press F/f to select the location type in 
which you will operate the TV, then       
press .
This option selects the initial picture mode 
appropriate for the typical lighting condition in 
these environments.
7: Auto-tuning the TV
1Before you start auto-tuning the TV, insert 
a pre-recorded tape into the VCR 
connected to the TV (page 5) and start 
play back.
The video channel will be located and stored on 
the TV during auto-tuning.
If no VCR is connected to the TV, skip this step.
2Press .
The TV starts searching for all available digital 
channels, followed by all available analogue 
channels. This may take some time, so do not 
press any buttons on the TV or remote while 
proceeding.
If a message appears for you to confirm the 
aerial connection
No digital or analogue channels were found. 
Check all the aerial connections and press   to 
start auto-tuning again. 
3When the Programme Sorting menu 
appears on the screen, follow the steps of 
“Programme Sorting” (page 27).
If you do not change the order in which the 
analogue channels are stored on the TV, go to 
next step.
4Press MENU to exit.
The TV has now tuned in all the available 
channels.
Detaching the Table-
Top Stand from the TV
~Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other 
than to wall-mount the TV.
Select: Back: Confirm:
Language
Country
Location-
United Kingdom
Ireland
Nederland
Luxembourg
France
Italia
Auto Start-up
Language
Country
Location
Home
Shop
Select: Back: Confirm:
Auto Start-up
Back: Start:
Do you want to start Auto Tuning?
Auto Tuning
Table-Top 
Stand
 
						

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Safety information
Installation/Set-up
Install and use the TV set in accordance with the 
instructions below in order to avoid any risk of fire, 
electrical shock or damage and/or injuries.
Installation
 The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible 
mains socket.
 Place the TV set on a stable, level surface.
 Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall 
installations.
 For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you 
use Sony accessories, including:
KDL-32L40xx:
– Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500
KDL-26L40xx/KDL-19L40xx:
– Wall-mount bracket SU-WL100
 Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-mount 
bracket when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV 
set.
The supplied screws are designed so that they are 8 mm 
to 12 mm in length when measured from the attaching 
surface of the mounting hook.
The diameter and length of the screws differ depending 
on the Wall-mount bracket model. Use of screws other 
than those supplied may result in internal damage to the 
TV set or cause it to fall, etc.
Transporting
 Before transporting the TV set, disconnect all cables.
 Two or more people are needed to transport a large TV 
set.
 When transporting the TV set by hand, hold it as shown 
below. Do not put stress on the LCD panel and the frame 
around the screen.
 When lifting or moving the TV set, hold it firmly from 
the bottom. 
 When transporting the TV set, do not subject it to jolts 
or excessive vibration.
 When transporting the TV set for repairs or when 
moving, pack it using the original carton and packing 
material.
Ventilation
 Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in 
the cabinet.
 Leave space around the TV set as shown below.
 It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony wall-
mount bracket in order to provide adequate air-
circulation.
Installed on the wall
Installed with stand
Screw (supplied with the 
Wall-mount bracket)
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear of TV set 8-12 mm
30 cm
10 cm 10 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
30 cm
10 cm 10 cm6 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
 
						

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 To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection 
of dirt or dust:
– Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, 
backwards, or sideways.
– Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, bed or in a 
closet.
– Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, such as curtains, 
or items such as newspapers, etc.
– Do not install the TV set as shown below.
Mains lead
Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order 
to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage 
and/or injuries:
– Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other 
suppliers.
– Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.
– Operate the TV set on a 220-240 V AC supply only.
– When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead 
for your safety and take care not to catch your feet on 
the cables.
– Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket 
before working on or moving the TV set.
– Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.
– Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the 
plug is covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its 
insulation may deteriorate, which could result in a 
fire.
Notes
 Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other 
equipment.
 Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. 
The core conductors may be exposed or broken.
 Do not modify the mains lead.
 Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.
 Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting 
the mains lead.
 Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains 
socket.
 Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.
Prohibited Usage
Do not install/use the TV set in locations, 
environments or situations such as those listed 
below, or the TV set may malfunction and cause a 
fire, electrical shock, damage and/or injuries.
Location:
Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the seashore, on a ship or 
other vessel, inside a vehicle, in medical institutions, 
unstable locations, near water, rain, moisture or smoke. 
Environment:
Places that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where 
insects may enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical 
vibration, near flammable objects (candles, etc). 
The TV set shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing 
and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be 
placed on the TV.
Situation:
Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet 
removed, or with attachments not recommended by the 
manufacturer. Disconnect the TV set from mains socket 
and aerial during lightning storms.
Broken pieces:
 Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass 
may break by the impact and cause serious injury.
 If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until 
you have unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric 
shock may result.
When not in use
 If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the 
TV set should be disconnected from the mains for 
environmental and safety reasons. 
 As the TV set is not disconnected from the mains when 
the TV set is just turned off, pull the plug from the mains 
to disconnect the TV set completely.
 However, some TV sets may have features that require 
the TV set to be left in standby to work correctly. The 
instructions in this manual will inform you if this 
applies.
For children
 Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.
 Keep small accessories out of the reach of children, so 
that they are not mistakenly swallowed. 
If the following problems occur...
Turn off the TV set and unplug the mains lead 
immediately if any of the following problems occur.
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it 
checked by qualified service personnel.
When:
– Mains lead is damaged.
– Poor fitting of mains socket.
– TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit or having 
something thrown at it.
– Any liquid or solid object falls through openings in 
the cabinet.
Air circulation 
is blocked.Air circulation 
is blocked.
Wall
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Precautions
Viewing the TV
 View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or during long period of time, strains your 
eyes.
 When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to  avoid excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.
LCD Screen
 Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are 
effective, black dots may appear or bright points of light 
(red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD 
screen. This is a structural property of the LCD screen 
and is not a malfunction.
 Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on  top of this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD 
screen may be damaged.
 If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur  in the picture or the picture may become dark. This does 
not indicate a failure. These phenomena disappear as the 
temperature rises.
 Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed  continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.
 The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in  use. This is not a malfunction.
 The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid  crystal. Some fluorescent tubes used in this TV set also 
contain mercury. Follow your local ordinances and 
regulations for disposal.
Handling and cleaning the screen surface/cabinet 
of the TV set
Be sure to unplug the mains lead connected to the TV set 
from mains socket before cleaning.
To avoid material degradation or screen coating 
degradation, observe the following precautions.
 To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a 
soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild 
detergent solution.
 Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid  cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as 
alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such 
materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber 
or vinyl materials may result in damage to the screen 
surface and cabinet material.
 When adjusting the angle of the TV set, move it slowly  so as to prevent the TV set from moving or slipping off 
from its table stand.
Optional Equipment
Keep optional components or any equipment emitting 
electromagnetic radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise 
picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.
Disposal of the TV set
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic 
Equipment (Applicable in the European 
Union and other European countries 
with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its 
packaging indicates that this product shall 
not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be 
handed over to the applicable collection point for the 
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By 
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help 
prevent potential negative consequences for the 
environment and human health, which could otherwise be 
caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. 
The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural 
resources. For more detailed information about recycling 
of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your 
household waste disposal service or the shop where you 
purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable 
in the European Union and other 
European countries with separate 
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the 
packaging indicates that the battery provided 
with this product shall not be treated as 
household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be 
used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical 
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the 
battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004%  
lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, 
you will help prevent potentially negative consequences 
for the environment and human health which could 
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the 
battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve 
natural resources. In case of products that for safety, 
performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent 
connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should 
be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that 
the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product 
at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the 
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all 
other batteries, please view the section on how to remove 
the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over 
to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste 
batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of 
this product or battery, please contact your local Civic 
Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop 
where you purchased the product.