Sony Kdl 26s2010 Operating Instructions

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Troubleshooting
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ProblemPossible Remedies
No picture.
No picture.
❑Check Power Saving settings (page 33).
Cannot receive any channels.
❑Make sure the power cord is connected securely.❑Turn on the power of the TV.
❑Check antenna/cable connections.
TV is locked to one channel.
❑Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not presently in the 
TV’s memory (pages 37 and 38).
Cannot receive or select channels.
❑Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not presently in the 
TV’s memory (pages 37 and 38).
❑To receive or select cable channels, make sure that Cable in the Setup settings 
is set to On (page 34). To receive or select UHF channels over an antenna, make 
sure Cable is set to Off.
The TV turns off automatically.
❑Check if the Sleep Timer is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of Timer. 
(page 33).
❑Check Power Management in the PC Settings. (page 36)
No picture from some video 
sources. 
❑Check the connection between the optional video equipment and the TV.
❑Press TV/VIDEO on the remote control (page 19).
❑If you connect video equipment to the S VIDEO input of the TV, set Auto YC to 
On in the Setup settings (page 33).
❑Press MENU on the remote control. Select your desired input from the External 
Inputs list.
Poor picture.
Double images or ghosts.
❑Check antenna/cable connections.
❑Check the antenna location and direction.
Only snow and noise appear on the 
screen.
❑Check if the antenna is broken or bent.
❑Check if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life. (3-5 years in 
normal use, 1-2 years at the seaside.)
Dotted lines or stripes.
❑Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers.
❑If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the TV or try using 
75 ohm coaxial cable instead.
No color/Dark picture/Color is not 
correct/The picture is too bright.
❑Press PICTURE to select the desired picture mode (page 19).
❑Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture settings (page 26). 
❑If you set the Power  Sav i ng mode to Low or High, it will enhance the black 
level.
Noisy picture.
❑Make sure that the antenna is connected using the supplied 75-ohm coaxial 
cable.
❑Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.
❑To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable.
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No sound/Noisy sound
Good picture, no sound.
❑Check the volume control.
❑Press MUTING or VOL + so that “Muting” disappears from the screen 
(page 20).
❑Disconnect your headphones.
❑Set Speaker to On in the Setup settings (page 34). If it is set to Off, sound is 
not output from the TV’s speakers regardless of the TV’s volume control. 
Audio noise.
❑Make sure that the antenna is connected using the supplied 75-ohm coaxial 
cable.
❑Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.❑To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable.
Wide Mode changes automatically.
❑The current Wide Mode setting is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default 
setting when you change the channel or video input, if 
4:3 Default in the Screen 
settings is set to other than 
Off. If you want to lock in the Wide Mode selected 
with the WIDE button, set 4:3 Default to Off in the Screen settings (page 30). 
❑Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (page 29).
“Black box” on screen.
❑You have selected a text option in the Setup/Digital Setup setting and no text is 
available. (See pages 31 and 39 to reset Setup selections.) To turn off this feature, 
set the Caption Vision option to Off. If you were trying to select closed 
captioning, select CC1 instead of Te x t 1 - 4.
Black bands appear at the top and 
bottom of the screen.
❑Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16:9 
(this is especially common with theatrical releases). Your TV will show these 
programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. For more details, 
check the documentation that came with your DVD (or contact your program 
provider).
Certain programs on DVD or other 
digital sources display a loss of 
detail, especially during fast-motion 
or dark scenes.
❑The compression used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs may cause your 
TV’s screen to display less detail than usual, or cause artifacts (small blocks or 
dots, pixelations) to appear on your screen. This is due to your TV’s large screen 
and ability to show very fine detail, and is normal for certain digitally recorded 
programs. 
Remote control does not operate.
❑Check the polarity of the batteries or replace the batteries.❑Point the remote control at the remote control sensor of the TV.
❑Florescent lamps can interfere with your remote control operation; try turning 
off the florescent lamps.
❑Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles.
Some digital cable channels are not 
being displayed.
❑Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable 
channels. Check with your cable company for more information.
❑The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Show/Hide Channels 
setting (see page 38).
Lost password.
❑Select the Parental Lock settings on the settings screen, then enter the following 
master password: 4357. The master password clears your previous password and 
allows you to enter a new password (page 32).
How to reset the TV to factory 
settings.
❑Turn on the TV. While holding down the V button on the remote control, press 
the POWER button on the TV. (The TV will turn itself off, then back on again.) 
Release the 
V button. 
WARNING: The Reset will clear all of your customized settings including 
Parental Lock setting.
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Preparation for Wall Mounting the KDL-23S2010, KDL-26S2010 and KDL-32S2010
This TV can be installed on a wall by using a wall-mount bracket (sold 
separately). Before mounting the TV on a wall, the Table-Top Stand must be 
removed from the TV.
Follow the simple steps below to remove the Table-Top Stand:
1Disconnect all the cables from the TV.
2Cover a level and stable surface with a thick and soft cloth.
3Gently lay the TV, face down, onto the cloth.  Make sure the Table-Top 
Stand is hanging over the edge.
4Rotate the cable holder 90 degrees, and pull it out completely. [See 
illustration A]
5Remove the screws and detach the Table-Top Stand from the TV. [See 
illustration B] Be sure to hold the Table-Top Stand firmly while 
removing the last screw.
6Do not remove any other screws from the TV.
For bracket installation, refer to the instruction guide provided by the Wall-
Mount Bracket model for your TV. Sufficient expertise is required in 
installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for 
withstanding the TV’s weight. For product protection and safety reasons, 
Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model 
designed for your TV and the wall-mounting of your TV should be 
performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors.
Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to wall-
mount the TV.
Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top Stand in a safe 
place until you are ready to reattach the Table-Top Stand.  Keep the 
screws away from small children.
Sony Wall-Mount 
Bracket Model 
SU-WL31
(KDL-23S2010/ 
KDL-26S2010/
KDL-32S2010)
 
						

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Preparation for Wall Mounting the KDL-40S2010 and KDL-46S2010
This TV can be installed on a wall by using a wall-mount bracket (sold 
separately). Before mounting the TV on a wall, the Table-Top Stand must be 
removed from the TV.
Follow the simple steps below to remove the Table-Top Stand:
1Disconnect all the cables from the TV.
2Start removing the screws from the ones on top. (See illustration below) 
Do not remove any other screws from the TV.
3When screws are removed, lift the TV out. Make sure that you carry out 
this task with two people. Do not attempt to lift the TV by your self.
For bracket installation, refer to the instruction guide provided by the Wall-
Mount Bracket model for your TV. Sufficient expertise is required in 
installing this TV, especially to determine the strength of the wall for 
withstanding the TV’s weight. For product protection and safety reasons, 
Sony strongly recommends that you use the Wall-Mount Bracket model 
designed for your TV and the wall-mounting of your TV should be 
performed by Sony dealers or licensed contractors.
Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason other than to wall-
mount the TV.
Be sure to store the removed screws and Table-Top Stand in a safe 
place until you are ready to reattach the Table-Top Stand.  Keep the 
screws away from small children.
Sony Wall-Mount 
Bracket Models 
SU-WL51 and 
SU-PW2
(KDL-40S2010/
KDL-46S2010)
 
						

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PC Input Signal Reference Chart
ResolutionHorizontal frequency 
(kHz)Ve r t i c a l  
frequency (Hz)StandardSignalsHorizontal 
(Pixel) ×Vertical 
(Line)
VGA
640×48031.560VGA640×48037.575VESA720×40031.570VGA-T
SVGA800×60037.960VESA Guidelines800×60046.975VESA
XGA1024×76848.460VESA Guidelines1024×76856.570VESA1024×76860.075VESA
WXGA1280×76847.460VESA1280×76847.860VESA1360×76847.760VESA
This TVs PC Input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.
This TVs PC Input does not support interlaced signals.
This TVs PC Input supports signals in the above chart with a 60Hz vertical frequency.
For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use signals with a 60Hz vertical frequency from a 
personal computer.  In plug and play, signals with 60Hz vertical frequency will be selected automatically.
 
						

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Television system:
Panel System:
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) PanelDisplay resolution (horizontal × vertical):1,366 dots × 768 linesVIDEO IN 1/2/3:S VIDEO (4-pin mini DIN) (VIDEO 1/2 only):
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (100% modulation) 
Impedance: 47 kilohms
HD/DVD IN 4/5:YPBPR (Component Video):
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, 
sync negative
P
B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Signal format: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
AUDIO:  500 mVrms (100% modulation) 
Impedance: 47 kilohms
HDMI IN 6:HDMI: Video: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
Audio: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and 
48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (100% modulation) 
Impedance: 47 kilohms
NTSCAmerican TV standardATSC (8VSB terrestrial)ATSC compliant 8VSBQAM on cableANSI/SCTE 07 2000
(Does not include CableCARD 
functionality)
Channel coverage:Analog Digital
Terrestrial 2-69 2-69
Cable 1-125 1-135
Antenna:75-ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
AUDIO OUT:500 mVrms (100% modulation)
More than 1 Vrms at the maximum volume setting (Variable)
More than 500 mVrms (Fixed)
PC IN 7:D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, positive
See the PC Input Signal Reference Chart on page 45
PC AUDIO INPUT:Stereo mini jack, 0.5 Vrms, 1 kilohmHeadphones:Stereo mini jack
Impedance: 16 ohms
Power Requirement:
120 V-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Supplied accessories:
Remote control RM-YD005 (1) 
Size AA batteries (2)
75-ohm coaxial cable (1) 
AC power cord (1) 
HD15-HD15 cable (1)
Support belt (1), securing screw (1) and wood screw (1)
Cable holder (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Quick Setup Guide (1)
Warranty Card (1)
Online Registration Card (U.S.A. only) (1)
Optional accessories:Headphones plug adapter
Connecting cables
Front Surround Home Theater Stand: RHT-G1000
Wall-Mount Bracket:  SU-PW2 (KDL-40S2010/KDL-46S2010)
SU-WL31 (KDL-23S2010/
KDL-26S2010/KDL-32S2010)
SU-WL51 (KDL-40S2010/KDL-46S2010)
Optional accessories availability depends on its stock.
Specifications
For All Models
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
By ModelKDL-46S2010KDL-40S2010KDL-32S2010KDL-26S2010KDL-23S2010
Screen size (in inches)
46 40 32 26 23
Speaker/Full range (2)Speaker output
(in mm)10 + 10W
70 × 13010 + 10W
55 × 15010 + 10W
42 × 15010 + 10W
42 × 1505 + 5W
40 × 100
(in inches) 2 3/4 × 5 7/16 2 1/4 × 6 1 11/16 × 6 1 11/16 × 6 1 9/16 × 3 15/16
Power consumption (in use)240 W 200 W 150 W 120 W 95 W
(in standby) All models less than 0.1 W
Dimensions    with stand (in mm)1,120 × 805 × 334 988 × 716 × 334 792 × 593 × 219 658 × 516 × 219 566 × 447 × 209with stand (in inches)44 1/8 × 31 3/4 × 13 1/4 39 × 28 1/4 × 13 1/4 31 1/4 × 23 3/8 × 8 5/8 26 × 20 3/8 × 8 5/8 22 3/8 × 17 5/8 × 8 1/4without stand (in mm)1,120 × 755 × 116 988 × 664 × 103 792 × 546 × 99 658 × 470 × 94 566 × 410 × 90without stand (in inches)44 1/8 × 29 3/4 × 4 5/8 39 × 26 1/4 × 4 1/8 31 1/4 × 21 1/2 × 4 26 × 18 5/8 × 3 3/4 22 3/8 × 16 1/8 × 3 1/2
Mass    with stand (in kg.) 34.0 27.0 17.0 13.0 10.2
with stand (in lb.) 74.96 59.5 37.44 28.63 22.5
without stand (in kg.) 28.0 21.0 15.0 11.0 8.8
without stand (in lb.) 61.73 46.19 33 24.25 19.4
 
						

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Index
4:3 Default 30
AA/V Sync 39AC IN 15Advanced Settings 27Alternate Audio 20Audio Out 34AUDIO OUT jack, described 15Auto Adjustment 36Auto Program 18, 37, 38Auto SAP, MTS setting 28Auto Wide 29Auto YC 33
B
Backlight 26Balance 28Bass 28BBE 28Bilingual audio 28Brightness 26
C
Cable
with VCR, connecting 13Caption Vision 31, 39CH+/– button 21, 22Channels
Creating labels 37, 38Setting up 18Closed caption modes 31Color 26Color Temperature 26Current Time 33
D
Diagnostics 39Digital Channels 38Digital Setup 39DIGITAL/ANALOG button 20Display Area 30DISPLAY button 21Dynamic, Sound Mode 28
E
English Rating 35ENT button 21
F
Favorite Channels 37, 38FREEZE button 19French Rating 35
G
GUIDE button 19
H
HD/DVD IN jack (1080i/720p/480p/
480i), described 15HDMI IN jack, described 15Headphones jack, described 14
Horizontal Center 30, 36Hue 26
I
Info Banner 31Information 34Infrared Receiver (IR) 22Installing the TV on a wall 43, 44
J, K
JUMP button 21
LLabel Channels 37, 38Label Video Inputs 32Language 31Light Sensor
Described 22Setting 33
MMENU
Analog 24Analog Favorites 24Digital 24Digital Favorites 24Settings 25MENU button 20, 22Mono, MTS setting 28Movie Rating 34MTS 28MUTING button 20
N
Noise Reduction 26
OOPTICAL OUT 15
P, Q
Parental Lock 32, 39PC IN 14Phase 36PIC OFF LED 22Picture 26PICTURE button 19Picture Mode 26Pitch 36POWER button 20, 22POWER LED 22Power Management 36Power Saving 33Preparation 43, 44Problems, troubleshooting 41, 42Program Options 20Quiet Power On 33
R
Reset 26, 28, 36, 42RETURN button 20
S
S VIDEO jack, described 14, 15Setting up channels 18Settings
Analog Setup 37Digital Setup 38PC 36Picture 26Screen 29Setup 31Sound 28Sharpness 26Show/Hide Channels 37, 38SLEEP button 19Sound Mode 28Speaker 34STANDBY LED 22Steady Sound 28Stereo, MTS setting 28Support Belt 16Surround 28Swivel 17
T, U
Target Inputs 26, 28, 29TIMER LED 22Timer Settings 33TOOLS button 21Treble 28Troubleshooting 41, 42TruSurround XT 28Turning on/off the TV 22TV Rating 34TV/VIDEO button 19Unrated 34US Models 34
V
VCR
With cable, connecting 13Vertical Center 30, 36Vertical Size 30VHF/UHF input, described 15VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R) jacks, described 14, 15Viewing Blocked Programs 35VOL+/– button 20, 22
W, X, Y
WIDE button 21Wide Mode 29, 36
 
						

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