Sony Kdl 26s3000 Operating Instructions

							Getting Started
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Getting Started
1. Installing the TV
1Screw the support belt (supplied) to the TV 
stand with a wood screw (supplied).
2Attach the support belt to the Table-Top Stand 
with the securing screw (supplied) using a 
coin, etc.
3Adjust the length by pulling the support belt 
toward you while holding the Table-Top 
Stand.
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 Be sure to take measures to prevent the TV from 
toppling over and causing injury.
 The supplied wood screw may not be used depending 
on the type of TV stand. In this case, or when the 
securing strength is not enough, use commercial 
screws 
1/8 to 3/16 inch (3 to 4 mm) diameter to fit to the 
TV stand. Consult your dealer about the types of 
screw(s).
Preventing the TV from Toppling Over
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3
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TV 
standTable-Top 
Stand
 
						

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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.
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 Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason 
other than to wall-mount the TV.
Follow the simple steps below to remove the 
Table-Top Stand:
1Disconnect all the cables from the TV.
2Gently lay the TV, face down, onto a level and 
stable surface covered with a thick and soft 
cloth. Make sure the Table-Top Stand is 
hanging over the edge.
3Remove the screws as shown in the 
illustration for your model and pull the Table-
Top Stand out.
4Do not remove any other screws from the TV.
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 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.
 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 a 
Sony dealer or licensed contractor.Preparation for Wall-Mounting
Level surface 
covered with a 
soft cloth
Models: KDL-26S3000/KDL-32S3000
Remove 3 designated screws only.
Models: KDL-40S3000/KDL-46S3000
Remove 4 designated screws only.
Level surface 
covered with a 
soft cloth Table-Top 
Stand
Table-Top 
Stand
 
						

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Getting Started
2. Locating Inputs and Outputs
Left side
ItemDescription
1Headphone jackConnects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable 
plug adapter (not supplied).
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 While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted.
2VIDEO IN 2
S VIDEOConnects to the S VIDEO output jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that 
has S VIDEO. The S VIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video (3). 
(See Auto S Video on page 39.)
3VIDEO IN 2
R-AUDIO-L 
(MONO)/VIDEOConnects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other 
video equipment such as a VCR or video game equipment.
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 If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV’s L (MONO) 
audio input jack.
S VIDEO VIDEO R-AUDIO-
L (MONO)VIDEO IN
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Rear
INVIDEO INAUDIO
OUT(VAR/FIX)
VIDEO
L(MONO)
AUDIO
R
R  AUDIO  L
S VIDEO
DIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
COMPONENT IN(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)PC  IN
L
AUDIO
R
Y
P
B
PR
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2
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VHF/UHF/CABLE
DMex/
SERVICE
AUDIORGB
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Getting Started
ItemDescription
1HDMI IN 1
HDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital 
audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, 
such as a set-top box, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc player, A/V receiver as well as PC. 
HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio.
2HDMI IN 2
HDMI/
R-AUDIO-LIf the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the 
HDMI IN 2 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) jack, and connect the audio jack to the 
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 2.
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 HDMI connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p formats. Note 
that this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 1,366 dots × 768 lines.
 Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo.
3PC IN 
(RGB/AUDIO) Connects to a personal computer’s video output connector using HD15-HD15 cable 
(analog RGB). Can also be connected to other analog RGB equipment.
See “PC Input Signal Reference Chart” on page 18 for the signals that can be displayed.
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 For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use an adapter (not 
supplied). If this is the case, connect the adapter to the computer before connecting the 
HD15-HD15 cable.
 If the picture is noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust Phase and Pitch of Screen 
settings on page 33.
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5VIDEO IN 1 
S VIDEO
VIDEO IN 1/3
VIDEO/
L(MONO)-
AUDIO-RConnects to the S VIDEO output jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has 
S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video (5). (See 
Auto S Video on page 39.)
Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your A/V equipment such as 
a VCR or other video equipment. A third composite video and audio (VIDEO 2 IN) is 
located on the left side of the TV.
6COMPONENT IN 
1/2 (1080p/1080i/
720p/480p/480i)/
L-AUDIO-RConnects to your TV’s component video (YP
BPR) and audio (L/R) jacks. Component 
video provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (4) or the composite video (5) 
connections.
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 Component video (YPBPR) connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 
1080p formats. Note that this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 
1,366 dots × 768 lines.
7AUDIO OUT 
(VAR/FIX)Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your analog audio equipment. You can 
use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system. 
8DIGITAL OUT 
(OPTICAL)Connects to the optical audio input of your digital audio equipment that is PCM/Dolby 
Digital compatible.
9AC INConnects the supplied AC power cord.
0DMe
x/ SERVICEThis USB port is for service only unless you are connecting the optional BRAVIA 
external module (DMex).
qaVHF/UHF/CABLERF input that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna.
DVI-to-HDMI cable
DVI-to-HDMI adapterAudio cable
 
						

							16 3. Connecting the TV
You can enjoy high-definition and standard-
definition digital programming (if available in 
your area) along with standard-definition analog 
programming.
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 This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital 
programming for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and 
external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).
 It is strongly recommended that you connect the 
antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to 
receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead 
cable can be easily affected by radio frequency 
interference, resulting in signal degradation.
Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)
Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to 
switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna 
programming, as indicated below.
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 Be sure to set the Cable setting to On or Off in the 
Channel settings for the type of input signal you 
choose (see page 35).
You can also enjoy high-definition programming 
by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or 
a high-definition satellite service. For the best 
possible picture, make sure you connect this 
equipment to your TV via the HDMI or 
component video (with audio) input on the back of 
your TV.Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna 
System
Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna 
System
75-ohm coaxial 
cableRear of TV
VHF/UHF/CABLE input
B A
Cable
AntennaA-B RF switch
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF/CABLE input
HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box
INVIDEO INAUDIO
OUT(VAR/FIX)
VIDEO
R  AUDIO  L
S VIDEODIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
COMPONENT IN(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)PC  IN
L
AU D I O
RL(MONO)AUDIOR
Y
P
B
PR
1
2
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AUDIORGB
HD cable box/
HD satellite boxRear of TV
HDMI cable
Shown with HDMI Connection
CATV/Satellite 
antenna cable
 
						

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Getting Started
Shown with DVI Connection
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 If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN 2 (with DVI-to-HDMI 
cable or adapter) jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 2. For details, see 
page 15.
INVIDEO INAUDIO
OUT(VAR/FIX)
VIDEO
L(MONO)AUDIOR
R  AUDIO  L
S VIDEO
COMPONENT IN(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)PC  IN
1
2
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AUDIORGBL
AUDIO
R
Y
P
B
PR
DIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
Rear of TV
AUDIO-R 
(red)
AUDIO-L 
(white)
Audio cable DVI-to-HDMI 
cable
HD cable box/
HD satellite boxCATV/Satellite 
antenna cable
INVIDEO INAUDIO
OUT(VAR/FIX)
VIDEO
L(MONO)AUDIOR
R  AUDIO  L
S VIDEO
COMPONENT IN(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)PC  IN
1
2
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AUDIORGBL
AUDIO
R
Y
P
B
PR
DIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
Component video cable Rear of TVCATV/Satellite 
antenna cable
PB (blue) AUDIO-L (white)AUDIO-R (red)HD cable box/
HD satellite box
Y (green)P
R (red)
Audio cable
Shown with Component Connection
 
						

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Use the TV as a monitor for your PC.
Shown below with the HD15 to HD15 connection. This TV can also be connected to a PC with DVI or 
HDMI output. (Refer to the separate Quick Setup Guide.)
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 Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using the HD15-
HD15 cable with ferrite core (analog RGB) and audio 
cable (page 15).  If the PC is connected to the TV and no signal has been 
input from the PC for more than 30 seconds, the TV 
enters the standby mode automatically (page 40).
PC Input Signal Reference Chart
After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the chart below.
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 This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or 
Composite Sync.
 This TV’s PC VGA input does not support interlaced 
signals. For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use 
the signals (boldfaced) in the above chart with a 60 Hz 
vertical frequency from a personal computer. In plug 
and play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency will 
be detected automatically. (PC reboot may be 
necessary.)
PC
INVIDEO INAUDIO
OUT(VAR/FIX)
VIDEO
L(MONO)AUDIOR
R  AUD IO  L
S VIDEODIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
COMPONENT IN(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)
L
AUDIO
R
Y
P
B
PR
1
2
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AUDIORGB
PC  IN
HD15-HD15 
cable (analog 
RGB)
Audio cable (stereo mini plugs)Rear of TV
ResolutionHorizontal 
frequency (kHz)Vertical 
frequency (Hz)StandardSignalsHorizontal 
(Pixel) ×Vertical 
(Line)
VGA640×48031.560VGA
640×48037.575VESA
720×40031.570VGA-T
SVGA
800×60037.960VESA Guidelines
800×60046.975VESA
XGA
1024×76848.460VESA Guidelines
1024×76856.570VESA
1024×76860.075VESA
WXGA
1280×76847.460VESA
1280×76847.860VESA
1360×76847.760VESA
 
						

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Getting Started
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 Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting other equipment to your TV.
Other Equipment
VHF/UHF/CABLE
DMex/
SERVICE
INVIDEO INAUDIO
OUT(VAR/FIX)
VIDEO
R  AUDIO  L
S VIDEODIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
COMPONENT IN(1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i)PC  IN
L
AUDIO
RL(MONO)AUDIOR
Y
P
B
PR
1
2
1312
AUDIORGB
S VIDEO VIDEO R-AUDIO-
L (MONO)
VIDEO       
2
DVD 
playerPersonal 
computer Digital 
satellite 
receiver
VHF/UHF/CABLE
Digital audio 
equipment Analog 
audio 
equipment
(A/V Receiver/Home Theater) Digital 
recorder VCRHeadphones Camcorder Blu-ray
Disc Player/
“PS3”
Game systemDigital 
cable box
Rear of TVAudio 
system
 
						

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This TV is equipped with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. 
The HDMI Control function enables BRAVIA 
Theatre Sync to allow communication between 
Sony TVs and Sony equipment. Only Sony 
equipment with HDMI Control capability is 
supported.
To connect HDMI Control equipment
Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo for 
connection. See pages 16 to 19 or see the HDMI 
connection shown in the Quick Setup Guide 
provided with the TV documentation.
Setting the HDMI Control
In order for the HDMI Control function to 
operate, the TV and other Sony HDMI Control 
equipment must be setup. See page 39 on how to 
turn the HDMI Control On. For other equipment, 
refer to the operating instruction for that 
equipment.
HDMI Control available with your TV
Once the supported equipment is connected, the 
following operations are available:
 Turn off the equipment automatically 
when you turn off the TV.
 When the connected equipment is turned 
on by One-Touch-Play, the TV will 
automatically turn on and select the 
respective HDMI input.
 Automatically turn on equipment listed 
under the External Inputs on the 
XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) when selected, 
see pages 9 and 28.
When a Sony A/V receiver with BRAVIA Theatre 
Sync is connected, the following additional 
operations are possible:
 Turning on the A/V receiver when the TV 
is turned on.
 Automatically switching to the audio 
output of the A/V receivers attached 
speakers. 

Adjusting the volume and muting of the A/V 
receiver with the TVs remote control.
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 The A/V receiver cannot be selected from the XMB™.
You can bundle the connecting cables as illustrated 
below.
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 Do not bundle the AC power cord with other 
connecting cables.
Using HDMI Control for BRAVIA 
Theatre Sync™Bundling the Connecting Cables
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