Sony Kdl 32bx320 Operating Instructions

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Using the Menus
Using the Sound Settings
OptionDescription
Sound Mode
Customized 
sound listeningSets a sound mode. Sound Mode includes options best suited for video and 
photographs, respectively. The available options depend on the scene select settings.
DynamicEnhances treble and bass.
StandardStandard sound optimized for home use.
Clear VoiceSuitable for spoken dialog.
CustomSelect to store your preferred settings.
ResetResets the current Sound settings to their defaults, except MTS Audio,...

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Alternate Audio
Digital channels only
Select among the available options to switch among the alternate audio streams. The 
program you are tuned to may be broadcasted in a different language in the alternate 
audio streams.
Speakers TV SpeakersSelect to use the TV speakers.
Audio SystemSelect to use an external audio system for the TV sound. By 
selecting this option you are disabling the TV speakers.
OptionDescription
MTS Audio is only available for analog programs.
Alternate Audio is only available...

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Using the Menus
Using the Screen Settings
OptionDescription
Wide Mode Wide ZoomFills the screen with minimum distortion.
Normal
Select to display 4:3 picture in original size when the original source is 4:3.
FullSelect to enlarge the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the 
original source is 4:3 (Standard definition source). When the original 
source is 16:9 (High-definition source), select this mode to display the 
16:9 picture in its original size.
ZoomSelect to enlarge the original...

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OptionDescription
PC SettingsWhen a PC is connected to the TV and the PC input is selected, the PC settings screen 
appears instead of the Screen settings.
You can also select the PIP feature which allows you to view two pictures 
simultaneously from OPTIONS button (page 24).
Wide Mode NormalSelect to display in the original image size.
Full 1Select to enlarge the picture to fill the display area, 
keeping its original aspect ratio.
Full 2Select to enlarge the picture to fill the display area....

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Using the Menus
Using the Channel Settings
OptionDescription
FavoritesSelect favorite channels and external inputs (page 25).
Signal Type CableSelect if you are receiving cable channels via Cable TV provider.
AntennaSelect if you are using an antenna.
Auto ProgramAutomatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels.
1Select Auto Program.
2Select OK to start Auto Program.
Add Digital 
Channels
1Select Add Digital Channels.
2Select OK to add digital channels.
Show/Hide...

36Using the Parental Lock Settings
OptionDescription
Enter passwordThe Parental Lock settings allow you to set up the TV to block programs according to 
their content and rating levels. Use 0-9 on the remote control to enter a four-digit 
password. The first time you create a password, confirm the password by entering it again.
Change PasswordSelect to change your password.
Country U.S.A.Select to use U.S.A. ratings (page 37).
CanadaSelect to use Canadian ratings (page 38).
Rating OffTur n  Parental Lock...

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Using the Menus
US Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options
To select custom rating options for the U.S., select U.S.A. in the Country setting (page 36). 
OptionDescription
Movie Rating GAll children and general audience.
PGParental guidance suggested.
PG-13Parental guidance for children under 13.
RRestricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children 
under 17.
NC-17 and XNo one 17 or under allowed.
TV Rating
Block programs by 
their rating, content 
or bothAge-Based Ratings...

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Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options
To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (page 36). 
Viewing Blocked Programs
You can view blocked programs by entering your password. Press   when tuned to a blocked 
program, then enter the password. This temporarily deactivates the parental control feature. To 
reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your 
Parental Lock settings are reactivated....

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Using the Menus
Using the Setup Settings
OptionDescription
USB Auto 
StartSelect On to start photo playback automatically when the TV is turned on and a digital still 
camera or other device containing photo files is connected to the USB port then turned on.
Closed 
Captions 
(CC)Allows you to select from several closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast 
with closed captioning).
CC Display On Closed Captions (CC) is turned on.
Off Closed Captions (CC) is turned off.
On when 
MutingClosed...

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OptionDescription
Sleep TimerSet the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120) that you would like the TV to 
remain on before shutting off automatically. 
LanguageSelect to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice: English, Español, 
Français.
Info 
BannerDisplays the information related to the input signal you are watching. 
Select Small to display minimal channel and program title or select Large to display 
detailed channel and program information along with the TV icon if...