Sony Kdl 52v4000 Operating Instructions

							
21 GB
Using Optional Equipment
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting Optional Equipment
You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV.
Connect toInput symbol on 
screenDescription
1 /AV1 AV1 When you connect a decoder, the TV tuner outputs scrambled 
signals to the decoder, and the decoder unscrambles the 
signals before outputting them.
2  //
AV 2 AV 2
SmartLink provides a direct link between the TV and a 
recorder (e.g. DVD recorder).
3  / 
COMPONENT IN Component
The component video sockets support the following video 
inputs only: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.
For service use only
(Continued)
 
						

							
22 GB
4 HDMI IN 1 or 2 HDMI 1 or 
HDMI 2Digital video and audio signals are input from the connected 
equipment.
In addition, when you connect the equipment that is 
compatible with control for HDMI, communication with the 
connected equipment is supported. Refer to page 30 to set up 
this communication.
If the equipment has a DVI socket, connect the DVI socket to 
the HDMI IN 2 socket through a DVI - HDMI adaptor 
interface (not supplied), and connect the equipment’s audio 
out sockets to the audio in so
ckets in the HDMI IN 2 sockets.
~
 The HDMI sockets support the following video inputs only: 
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p. 
For PC video inputs, see page 36.
 Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing the  HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI 
cable (high speed type).
 When connecting an audio system that is compatible with  control for HDMI, be sure to also connect it to the 
DIGITAL AUDIO (PCM) OUT (OPTICAL) socket.
9
 HDMI IN 3 
(except for KDL-
40L4000) HDMI 3
5  /PC IN PC It is recommended to use a PC cable with ferrites like the 
“Connector, D-sub 15” (ref. 1-793-504-11, available in Sony 
Service Centre), or equivalent.
6  DIGITAL 
AUDIO (PCM) OUT 
(OPTICAL)
(except for KDL-
40S40xx/40U40xx/
40L4000) Use an optical audio cable.
7   You can listen to TV sound on the connected Hi-Fi audio 
equipment.
8  CAM 
(Conditional 
Access Module) Provides access to pay TV services. For details, refer to the 
instruction manual supplied with your CAM.
To use the CAM, remove the “dummy” card from the CAM 
slot, then turn off the TV and insert your CAM card into the 
slot. When you are not using the CAM, we recommend that 
you keep the “dummy” card in the CAM slot.
~
 CAM is not supported in some countries/areas. Check with 
your authorised dealer.
0  AV3, and 
AV 3 AV 3
When connecting mono equipment, connect to the  AV3 L 
socket.
qa  i  Headphones You can listen to TV sound through headphones.
Connect toInput symbol on 
screenDescription
 
						

							
23 GB
Using Optional Equipment
Viewing Pictures from 
Connected Equipment
Turn on the connected equipment, and perform 
one of the following operations.
For equipment connected to the scart 
sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead
Start playback on the connected equipment.
The picture from the connected equipment 
appears on the screen.
For an auto-tuned recorder
In analogue mode, press PROG +/– or the 
number buttons, to select the video channel. 
For other connected equipment
Press   to display a list of connected 
equipment. Press  F/f  to select the desired 
input source, then press  .
The highlighted item is automatically selected 
if you do not perform any operation for two 
seconds after pressing  F/f .
If you have set an input source to “Skip” in the 
“AV Preset” menu (page 30), that input source 
does not appear in the list.
z
 To return to normal TV mode, press  DIGITAL or 
ANALOG .
To view two pictures simultaneously 
– PAP (Picture and Picture)
You can view two pictures (external input and 
TV programme) on the screen simultaneously.
Connect an optional equipment (page 21), and 
make sure that images from the equipment 
appear on the screen (page 23).
~
 This function is not available for a PC input 
source.
 You cannot change the size of the pictures.
 The analogue TV video in the TV programme 
picture will not appear while displaying AV1, AV2 
or AV3 in the external input picture. However, you 
can hear the analogue video’s sound.
1Press  TOOLS .
2Press F/f  to select “PAP”, then press  .
The picture from the connected equipment 
is displayed on the left, and the TV 
programme is displayed on the right.
3Press the number buttons or  PROG +/– to 
select the TV channel.
To return to single picture mode
Press  or  RETURN.
z
 The picture framed in green is audible. You can 
switch the audible picture by pressing  G/g .
To view two pictures simultaneously 
– PIP (Picture in Picture)
You can view two pictures (PC input and TV 
programme) on the screen simultaneously.
Connect a PC (page 21), and make sure that 
images from the PC appear on the screen.
~
 “Power Management” (page 29) is not available in 
PIP mode. 
1Press  TOOLS .
2Press F/f  to select “PIP”, then press  .
The picture from the connected PC is 
displayed in full size, and the TV 
programme is displayed in the small 
screen.
You can use  F/f /G /g  to change the 
position of the TV programme screen.
3Press the number buttons or  PROG +/– to 
select a TV channel.
To return to single picture mode
Press  RETURN .
z
 You can switch the audible picture by selecting 
“Audio Swap” from the Tools menu.
 
						

							
24 GB
Using BRAVIA Sync 
(Control for HDMI)
The control for HDMI function enables the TV 
to communicate with the connected equipment 
that is compatible with the function, using 
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).
For example, by connecting Sony equipment 
that is compatible with control for HDMI 
(with HDMI cables), you can control them 
together.
Be sure to connect the equipment correctly, 
and make the necessary settings.
Control for HDMI
 Automatically turns the connected equipment off when you switch the TV to 
standby mode using the remote.
 Automatically turns the TV on and  switches the input to the connected 
equipment when the equipment starts to 
play.
 If you turn on a connected audio system  while the TV is on, the sound output 
switches from the TV speaker to the audio 
system.
 Adjusts the volume ( 2 +/– ) and mutes the 
sound ( %) of a connected audio system.
 You can operate the connected Sony  equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo 
by the TV remote by pressing:
–N /x /X /m /M  to operate the connected 
equipment directly.
– SYNC MENU  to display the menu of the connected 
HDMI equipment on the screen. 
After displaying the menu, you can operate the 
menu screen by using  F/f /G /g  and  .
– TOOLS  to display “Device Control”, then select 
options from “Menu”, “Options”, and “Content 
List” to operate the equipment.
– Refer to the instruction manual of the equipment for  available control.
To connect the equipment that is 
compatible with control for HDMI
Connect the compatible equipment and the TV 
with an HDMI cable. When connecting an 
audio system, be sure to also connect the 
DIGITAL AUDIO (PCM) OUT (OPTICAL) 
socket of the TV and the audio system using 
an optical audio cab le (except for KDL-
40S40xx/40U40xx/40L4000). For details, see 
page 21. To make the control for HDMI settings
The control for HDMI settings must be set on 
both the TV side and connected equipment 
side. See “HDMI Set-up” on page 30 for the 
TV side settings. For settings on the connected 
equipment, refer to the operating instructions 
for that equipment.
 
						

							
25 GB
Using Menu Functions
Using Menu Functions
Navigating through menus
Menu functions allow you to enjoy various 
convenient features of this TV. You can easily 
select channels or input sources, and change 
the settings for your TV.
1Press MENU .
2Press F/f  to select an option, then press 
.
To exit the menu, press  MENU.
1Digital Favourites *
Displays the Favourite list (page 20).
2Analogue
Returns to the last viewed analogue 
channel.
3Digital *
Returns to the last viewed digital 
channel.
4Digital EPG *
Displays the Digital Electronic 
Programme Guide (EPG) (page 18).
5External Inputs
Displays a list of equipment connected to 
the TV.
 To view pictures from an external 
input, select the input source, then 
press .  To select the equipment that is 
compatible with control for HDMI, 
select “HDMI Device Selection”.
6 Settings
Displays the “Settings” menu where 
most of the advanced settings and 
adjustments are performed.
1Press 
F/f to select a menu item, then 
press .
2 Press 
F/f/G /g to select an option or 
adjust a setting, then press  .
For details about settings, see pages 26 to 
34.
~
 The options you can adjust vary  depending on the situation. Unavailable 
options are greyed out or not displayed.
* This function may not be available in some  countries/areas.
1 2
 
						

							
26 GB
TV Settings Menu
Picture
Picture ModeSets a picture mode when displaying an input other than a PC. The options for 
“Picture Mode” may differ depending on the “Video/Photo” setting (page 28). 
When you select “Shop” (or “Home”) in step 5 of the initial set-up (page 7), 
“Picture Mode” is set to “Vivid” (or “Standard”).
Vivid (“Shop”, see 
page 7) Enhances picture contrast and sharpness.
Standard 
(“Home”, see 
page 7) For standard pictures. Recommended for home 
entertainment.
Cinema For viewing film-based content. Most suitable when viewing 
the TV in a theatre-like environment.
Photo Sets the optimum picture quality for photographs.
Display Mode Sets a display mode when displaying a PC input.
VideoFor video images.
Tex t For text, charts or tables.
Reset Resets all the “Picture” settings to the factory settings excluding “Picture Mode” 
and “Display Mode”.
Backlight Adjusts the brightness of the backlight.
Contrast Increases or decreases picture contrast.
Brightness Brightens or darkens the picture.
Colour Increases or decreases colour intensity.
Hue Increases or decreases the green tones and red tones.
~
 “Hue” can be adjusted only for the NTSC colour signal (e.g. U.S.A. video tapes).
Colour Temperature Adjusts the whiteness of the picture.
CoolGives white colours a blue tint.
Neutral Gives white colours a neutral tint.
Warm 1/Warm 2 Gives white colours a red tint. “Warm 2” gives a redder tint 
than “Warm 1”.
z
 “Warm 1” and “Warm 2” are not available when “Picture Mode” is set to “Vivid”.
Sharpness Sharpens or softens the picture.
Noise Reduction Reduces the noise level of pictures (snowy pictures) when the broadcast signal is 
weak.
AutoAutomatically reduces picture noise (in analogue TV mode 
only).
High/Medium/
Low Modifies the effect of the noise reduction.
Off Turns off the “Noise Reduction”.
MPEG Noise 
Reduction Reduces picture noise in MPEG-compressed videos.
 
						

							
27 GB
Using Menu Functions
Advanced SettingsAllows you to set “Picture” settings in more detail. These settings are not available 
when “Picture Mode” is set to “Vivid”.
Adv. Contrast 
EnhancerAutomatically adjusts “Backlight” and “Contrast” to the most 
suitable settings judging from the brightness of the screen. 
This setting is especially effective for dark images scenes, 
and will increase the contrast distinction of the darker picture 
scenes.
Live Colour Makes colours more vivid.
Sound
Sound Effect Sets the sound mode.
DynamicIntensifies clarity and sound presence for better intelligibility 
and musical realism by using the “BBE High definition 
Sound System”.
Standard Enhances clarity, detail, and sound presence by using “BBE 
High definition Sound System”.
Clear Voice Makes voice sound clearer.
Dolby Virtual Uses the TV speakers to simulate the surround effect 
produced by a multi channel system.
BBE ViVA BBE ViVA Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D 
image with Hi-Fi sound. The clarity of the sound is improved 
by BBE while the width depth and height of sound image are 
expanded by BBE’s proprietary 3D sound process. BBE 
ViVA Sound is compatible with all TV programs including 
news, music, dramas, movies, sports and electronic games.
~
 If “Auto Volume” is set to “On”, “Dolby Virtual” is 
automatically changed to “Standard”.
Reset Resets all the “Sound” settings to the factory settings excluding “Dual Sound”.
Tr e b l e Adjusts higher-pitched sounds.
Bass Adjusts lower-pitched sounds.
Balance Emphasises the left or right speaker.
Auto Volume Keeps volume level constant across all programmes and adverts (e.g. adverts tend 
to be louder than programmes).
Volume Offset Sets an independent volume level to each equipment connected to the TV.
Dual Sound Sets the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast.
Stereo/MonoFor stereo broadcasts.
A/B/Mono For bilingual broadcasts, select “A” for sound channel 1, “B” 
for sound channel 2, or “Mono” for mono channel, if 
available.
~
 For other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to “Stereo”, “A”, or 
“B”.
 When you connect an external equipment to the HDMI socket, “Dual Sound” is  automatically set to “Stereo” (except when using the audio in sockets).
 
						

							
28 GB
Features
Quick StartThe TV turns on faster than usual within  two hours after switching to standby 
mode. However, power consumption in standby mode is higher than usual.
Power Saving Reduces power consumption of the TV by adjusting the backlight.
When you select “Picture Off”, the picture is switched off, and the   (Picture Off) 
indicator on the TV front panel lights up in green. The sound remains unchanged.
Film Mode Provides improved picture movement when playing DVD or VCR images taken on 
film, reducing picture blur and graininess.
AutoProvides smoother picture movement than the original film-
based content. Use this setting for standard use.
Off Turns off the “Film Mode”.
~
 If the image contains irregular signals or too much noise, “Film Mode” is 
automatically turned off even if “Auto” is selected.
Video/Photo Sets the image quality setting most suited to the input source (video or photograph 
data).
Video-ASets suitable image quality, depending on the input source, 
video data or photograph data when directly connecting Sony 
HDMI output-capable equipment that supports “Video-A” 
mode.
Video Produces suitable image quality for moving pictures.
Photo Produces suitable image quality for still images.
~
 If the connected equipment does not support Video-A mode, the setting is 
automatically set to “Video”, even if you select “Video-A”.
 “Video/Photo” is available only for HDMI or component input source (1080p and 
1080i).
Timer Settings Sleep Timer Sets the TV to automatically switch to standby mode after a 
certain amount of time. 
When “Sleep Timer” is activated, the   (Timer) indicator on 
the TV front panel lights up in orange.
z
 When you turn off the TV and turn it on again, “Sleep 
Timer” is reset to “Off”.
 A notification message appears on the screen one minute  before the TV switches to standby mode.
On Timer 
Settings On Timer
Sets the TV to automatically turn on from 
standby mode.
Timer Mode Sets the day(s) of the week you want the 
timer to turn on the TV.
Time Sets the time you want the timer to turn 
on the TV.
Duration Sets how long you want the TV to stay on 
before switching to standby mode again.
Clock Set Allows you to adjust the clock manually. When the TV is 
receiving digital channels, you cannot adjust the clock 
manually, because the clock automatically receives the time 
code from the broadcast signal.
 
						

							
29 GB
Using Menu Functions
Set-up
Auto Start-upYou can run the initial set-up that appeared when you first connected the TV 
(page 6), and select the language, country/area and tune in all available channels 
again.
Even if you have made the settings when you first connected the TV, you may need 
to change the settings after moving house, or to search for newly launched 
channels.
Language Sets the language displayed on the menu screens.
Screen Settings Screen Format See “To change the screen format manually” on page 17.
Auto Format Automatically changes the screen format to match the 
broadcast signal. If you want to use the setting that you 
specified in “Screen Format”, select “Off”.
Display Area Adjusts the picture display area in 1080i/p and 720p sources 
when “Screen Format” is set to “Wide”.
AutoDuring digital broadcasts, displays 
pictures in accordance with the settings 
recommended by the broadcast station.
Full Pixel Displays the original picture area.
Normal Displays pictures in their recommended 
size.
Horizontal Shift Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture.
Vertical Shift Adjusts the vertical position of the picture when “Screen 
Format” is set to “Smart”, “Zoom” or “14:9”.
~
 “Vertical Shift” is not available when “Display Area” is set 
to “Full Pixel”.
Ve r t i ca l  S i z e Adjusts the vertical size of the picture when “Screen Format” 
is set to “Smart”, “Zoom” or “14:9”.
PC Settings Screen Format Sets a screen format for displaying pictures from your PC.
Full 1Enlarges the picture to fill the vertical 
display area, while maintaining its 
original proportion.
Full 2 Enlarges the picture to fill the display 
area.
Reset Resets all PC screen settings to factory settings.
Auto Adjustment Automatically adjusts the display position and phase of the 
picture when the TV receives an input signal from the 
connected PC.
z
 “Auto Adjustment” may not work well with certain input 
signals. In such cases, manually adjust “Phase” and 
“Horizontal Shift”.
Phase Adjusts the phase when the screen flickers.
Pitch Adjusts the pitch when the picture has unwanted vertical 
stripes.
Horizontal Shift Adjusts the horizontal position of the picture.
Power 
Management Switches the TV to standby mode if no signal is received for 
30 seconds.
(Continued)
 
						

							
30 GB
AV  S e t - u p AV  P r e s e tAssigns a name to equipment connected to the side and rear 
sockets. The name appears briefly on the screen when you 
select the equipment. You can skip input sources from 
connected equipment that you do not want displayed on the 
screen.
1Press F/f  to select the desired input source, then press 
.
2Press  F/f  to select the desired option, then press  .
Equipment 
labels Uses preset labels to assign a name to 
connected equipment.
Edit: Allows you to create your own label.
Press F/f  to select the desired letter or 
number, then press  g. Repeat this step 
until you complete the name, then select 
“OK” and press  .
Skip Skips unnecessary input sources.
AV2 Input Sets a signal to be input from the  / / AV2 socket. 
Usually, set to “Auto”.
However, depending on the connected equipment, the signal 
may not be correctly detected even though “Auto” is selected. 
If the video from the equipment connected to the  / /
AV2 socket is not displayed correctly, select 
“Composite”, “S Video”, or “RGB” for the signal of the 
connected equipment.
AV 2  O u t p u t Sets a signal to be output to the  / / AV2 socket. If 
you connect a recorder or other recording equipment to the 
/ / AV2 socket, you can record the output signal 
from other equipment connected to the TV.
TV Outputs TV broadcasts.
Auto Outputs whatever is being viewed on the 
screen (except signals from the  /
COMPONENT IN, HDMI IN 1, 
HDMI IN 2, HDMI IN 3, and  / PC 
IN sockets).
~
 HDMI IN 3 is not available in KDL-
40L4000.
Speaker TV Speaker Turns on and outputs the TV’s sound 
from the TV speakers.
Audio System Turns off the TV speakers and outputs the 
TV’s sound from external audio 
equipment connected to the audio output 
sockets on the TV.
You can also turn on the connected 
equipment that is compatible with control 
for HDMI, after making the appropriate 
settings of control for HDMI.
Audio Out Variable Allows you to use the TV’s remote to 
control audio output from an audio 
system connected to the TV.
Fixed The audio output of the TV is fixed. Use 
your audio receiver’s volume control to 
adjust the volume (and other audio 
settings) through your audio system.
HDMI Set-up Allows the TV to communicate with equipm ent that is compatible with the control 
for HDMI function, and connected to the HDMI sockets of the TV. Note that 
communication settings must also be made on the connected equipment.