Sony Kdl 19l4000 Operating Instructions

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Using MENU Functions
Digital Set-upSubtitle Set-up
“Subtitle Setting”: When “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected, some visual aids may 
also be displayed with the subtitles (if TV channels broadcast such information).
“Subtitle Language”: Selects which language subtitles are displayed in.
Audio Set-up
“Audio Type”: Switches to broadcast for the hearing impaired when “For Hard Of 
Hearing” is selected.
“Audio Language”: Selects the language used for a programme. Some digital 
channels may broadcast several audio languages for a programme.
“Audio Description”: Provides audio description (narration) of visual information 
if TV channels broadcast such information.
“Mixing Level”: Adjusts the TV main audio and Audio Description output levels.
zThis option is only available when “Audio Description” is set to “On”.
Banner Mode
“Basic”: Displays programme information with a digital banner.
“Full”: Displays programme information with a digital banner, and displays detailed 
programme information below that banner.
Parental Lock
Sets an age restriction for programmes. Any programme that exceeds the age 
restriction can only be watched after a PIN Code is entered correctly.
1Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN code.
If you have not previously set a PIN, a PIN code entry screen appears. Follow the 
instructions of “PIN Code” below.
2Press F/f to select the age restriction or “None” (for unrestricted 
watching), then press  .
3Press RETURN.
PIN Code
To set your PIN for the first time
1Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN code.
2Press RETURN.
To change your PIN
1Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN code.
2Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN code.
3Press RETURN.
zPIN code 9999 is always accepted.
Technical Set-up
“Auto Service Update”: Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services as 
they become available.
“Software Download”: Enables the TV to automatically receive software updates, 
free through your existing aerial (when issued). Sony recommends that this option is 
set to “On” at all times. If you do not want your software to be updated, set this option 
to “Off”.
“System Information”: Displays the current software version and the signal level.
“Time Zone”: Allows you to manually select the time zone you are in, if it is not the 
same as the default time zone setting for your country/region.
“Auto DST”: Sets whether or not to automatically switch between summer time and 
winter time.
 “On”: Automatically switches between summer time and winter time according to the 
calendar.
 “Off”: The time is displayed according to the time difference set by “Time Zone”.
CA Module Set-up
Allows you to access a pay TV service once you obtain a Conditional Access Module (CAM) 
and a view card. See page 18 for the location of the   (PCMCIA) socket.
 
						

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Additional Information
Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket)
To Customers:
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends that installing of your TV be 
performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors. Do not attempt to install it yourself.
To Sony Dealers and Contractors:
Provide full attention to safety during the installation, periodic maintenance and examination of this product.
Your TV can be installed using the Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL500 or SU-WL100 (sold separately).
 Refer to the Instructions supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket to properly carry out the installation.
 Refer to “Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV” (page 7).
 Refer to “TV installation dimensions table” (page 33).
 Refer to “Screw and Hook locations diagram/table” (page 34).
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Place the TV on the Table-Top Stand, when securing the Mounting Hook.
SU-WL500 for KDL-32L40xx
SU-WL100 for KDL-26L40xx/KDL-19L40xx
Sufficient expertise is required for installing this product, especially to determine the strength of the wall for 
withstanding the TV’s weight. Be sure to entrust the attachment of this product to the wall to Sony dealers 
or licensed contractors and pay adequate attention to safety during the installation. Sony is not liable for any 
damage or injury caused by mishandling or improper installation.
Screw
(+PSW6 × 16)
Mounting Hook Square hole
20151
05020151
050
Screw
(+PSW4 × 12)
Mounting Hook
 
						

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Additional Information
KDL-32L40xx
KDL-26L40xx
KDL-19L40xx
Unit: mm
Figures in the above table may differ slightly depending on the installation.
The wall that the TV will be installed on should be capable of supporting a weight of at least four times that of 
the TV. Refer to “Specifications” (page 35) for its weight.
TV installation dimensions table
Model NameDisplay dimensionsScreen centre 
dimensionLength for each mounting angle
Angle (0°) Angle (20°)
AB CDEFGH
KDL-32L40xx807 548 172 485 167 304 532 513
KDL-26L40xx674 470 92 352 153 258 456 357
KDL-19L40xx479 376 125 339 136 215 362 340
Screen centre point
Screen centre point
Screen centre point
WARNING
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KDL-32L40xx
* Hook position “a” and “b” cannot be used for the model in the table above.
KDL-26L40xx/KDL-19L40xx
Screw and Hook locations diagram/table
Model Name Screw location Hook location
KDL-32L40xx e, g c
Model Name Hook location
KDL-26L40xx a
KDL-19L40xx b
Screw location Hook location
b* a*
c
ba
 
						

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Additional Information
Specifications
*1AV1 outputs available only analogue TV.
*2AV2 outputs watching screen (except PC, HDMI1,2, Component 1080i).
*3Specified standby power is reached after the TV finishes necessary internal processes.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Model nameKDL-32L40xxKDL-26L40xxKDL-19L40xx
System
Panel System
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel
TV SystemDepending on your country/region selection
Analogue: B/G/H, D/K, L, I
Digital: DVB-T
Colour/Video SystemAnalogue: PAL, SECAM, NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In)
Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML
Channel CoverageAnalogue:48.25 - 855.25 MHz
Digital: VHF Band III (177.5 - 226.5 MHz)/UHF E21 - E69 (474 - 858 MHz)
Sound Output10 W + 10 W (RMS) 5 W + 5 W (RMS)
Input/Output jacks
Aerial
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
/ / AV1*121-pin scart connector including audio/video input, RGB input, S-Video input, and Analog TV audio/
video output.
/ / AV2*221-pin scart connector including audio/video input, RGB input, S-Video input, and audio/video output.
 COMPONENT INSupported formats: 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync/PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms/
PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
 COMPONENT INAudio input (phono jacks)
HDMI IN 1, 2Video: 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
Audio: Two channel linear PCM
32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits
PC (see table)
Analogue audio (minijack) (HDMI IN 2 only)
AV3Video input (phono jack)
AV3Audio input (phono jacks)
Audio output (Left/Right) (phono jacks)
PC IN PC Input (15 Dsub) (see page 36)
G: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green/B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green/
R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green
 PC audio input (minijack)
iHeadphones jack
CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot
Power and others
Power Requirements
220–240 V AC, 50 Hz
Screen Size32 inches (Approx. 81.3 cm 
measured diagonally)26 inches (Approx. 66.1 cm 
measured diagonally)19 inches (Approx. 48.1 cm 
measured diagonally)
Display Resolution1,366 dots (horizontal) × 768 lines (vertical) 1,680 dots (horizontal) × 1,050 
lines (vertical)
Power Consumption155 W 98 W 48 W
Standby Power Consumption*30.5 W or less 0.5 W or less 1 W or less
Dimensions 
(w × h × d)(with stand)Approx. 80.7 × 58.5 × 24.2 cm Approx. 67.4 × 51.0 × 24.2 cm Approx. 47.9 × 41.3 × 19.1 cm
(without stand)Approx. 80.7 × 54.8 × 10.1 cm Approx. 67.4 × 47.0 × 9.5 cm Approx. 47.9 × 37.6 × 7.6 cm
Mass (with stand)Approx. 15.0 kg Approx. 11.7 kg Approx. 5.8 kg
(without stand)Approx. 13.0 kg Approx. 9.5 kg Approx. 5.3 kg
Supplied AccessoriesRefer to “1: Checking the accessories” on page 4.
Optional AccessoriesSee “Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount Bracket)” on page 32.
 
						

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PC Input Signal Reference Chart for PC IN  
 This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.
 This TV’s PC input does not support interlaced signals.
 This TV’s PC input supports signals in the above chart with a 60 Hz vertical frequency.
PC Input Signal Reference Chart for HDMI IN 1, 2Signals Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line)Horizontal 
frequency 
(kHz)Vertical 
frequency (Hz)Standard
VGA 640 480 31.5 60 VGA
SVGA 800 600 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines
XGA 1024 768 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines
WXGA 1280 768 47.8 60 VESA
Signals Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line)Horizontal 
frequency 
(kHz)Vertical 
frequency (Hz)Standard
VGA 640 480 31.5 60 VGA
SVGA 800 600 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines
XGA 1024 768 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines
WXGA 1280 768 47.4 60 VESA
WXGA 1280 768 47.8 60 VESA
WXGA 1360 768 47.7 60 VESA
 
						

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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is 
flashing in red.
When it is flashing
The self-diagnosis function is activated. 
Press 1 on the top edge of the TV to turn it off, 
disconnect the mains lead, and inform your dealer or 
Sony service centre.
When it is not flashing
1Check the items in the tables below.
2If the problem still persists, have your TV 
serviced by qualified service personnel.
Picture
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound
 Check the aerial connection.
 Connect the TV to the mains, and press 1 on the top 
edge of the TV.
 If the 1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press "/1.
No picture or no menu information from 
equipment connected to the scart connector
 Press   to display the connected equipment list, then 
select the desired input.
 Check the connection between the optional equipment 
and the TV.
Double images or ghosting
 Check the aerial connection.
 Check the aerial location and direction.
Only snow and noise appear on the screen
 Check if the aerial is broken or bent.
 Check if the aerial has reached the end of its serviceable 
life (three to five years in normal use, one to two years 
at the seaside).
Distorted picture (dotted lines or stripes)
 Keep the TV away from electrical noise sources such as 
cars, motorcycles, hair-dryers or optical equipment.
 When installing optional equipment, leave some space 
between the optional equipment and the TV.
 Check the aerial connection.
 Keep the aerial cable away from other connecting 
cables.
Picture or sound noise when viewing a TV 
channel
 Adjust “AFT” (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain better 
picture reception (page 28).Some tiny black points and/or bright points 
appear on the screen
 The picture of a display unit is composed of pixels. Tiny 
black points and/or bright points (pixels) on the screen 
do not indicate a malfunction.
No colour on programmes
 Select “Reset” (page 23).
No colour or irregular colour when viewing a 
signal from the  COMPONENT IN sockets
 Check the connection of the  COMPONENT IN 
sockets and check if each sockets are firmly seated in 
their respective sockets.
Sound
No sound, but good picture
 Press 2 + or % (Mute).
 Check if the “Speaker” is set to “TV Speaker” (page 24).
Channels
The desired channel cannot be selected
 Switch between digital and analogue mode and select 
the desired digital/analogue channel.
Some channels are blank
 Scrambled/Subscription only channel. Subscribe to the 
pay TV service.
 Channel is used only for data (no picture or sound).
 Contact the broadcaster for transmission details.
Digital channels are not displayed
 Contact a local installer to find out if digital 
transmissions are provided in your area.
 Upgrade to a higher gain aerial.
General
The TV turns off automatically (the TV enters 
standby mode)
 Check if the “Sleep Timer” is activated (page 26).
 If no signal is received and no operation is performed in 
the TV mode for 15 minutes, the TV automatically 
switches to standby mode.
The remote does not function
 Replace the batteries.
HDMI equipment does not appear on “HDMI 
Device List”
 Check that your equipment is compatible with control 
for HDMI.
 
						

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For useful information about Sony products  Instructions on “Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket” are not supplied 
in the form of a separate leaflet with this TV. These installation 
instructions are included within this TV’s instructions manual.