Sony Kdl 55ex500 Operating Instructions

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Using the Menus
Using the Picture Settings
OptionDescription
Picture Mode
Customized picture 
viewingDisplays the options selected in the Scene Select settings (see page 21). When 
Scene Select is set to General, the options below can be selected.
VividSelect for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
Standard
Select for standard picture settings. Recommended for home 
entertainment.
CustomSelect to store your preferred settings.
ResetResets the current Picture settings to their defaults, except...

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Advanced 
SettingsResetResets the advanced settings to the default values.
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 scenes, and will increase the contrast 
distinction of the darker picture scenes. Select from High, Medium, 
Low and Off.
Black 
CorrectorEnhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast. Select from 
High, Medium, Low and Off....

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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 Mode settings to the default values.
Tr e b l eAdjust...

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MTS Audio
Enjoy stereo, 
bilingual and mono 
programsStereoSelect for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast in 
stereo. 
Auto SAPSelect to automatically switch the TV to second audio programs 
when a signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV 
remains in Stereo mode.
MonoSelect for mono reception. Use to reduce noise during weak stereo 
broadcasts.
Alternate Audio
Digital channels only
Select among the available options to switch among the alternate audio streams. The 
program...

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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 TO OL S button (see page 26).
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 (see page 27).
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...

38Using 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 (see page 39).
CanadaSelect to use Canadian ratings (see page 40).
Rating OffTur n...

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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 (see page 38). 
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...

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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 (see page 38). 
Viewing Blocked Programs
You can view blocked programs by entering your password. Press ENT 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...