Sony Klv 37s550a Operating Instructions

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KLV-37/32/26S550A/KLV-32S530A
4-130-985-13(1)
  
KLV-37S550A
KLV-32S550A
KLV-32S530A
KLV-26S550A
Operating Instructions 
LCD Colour TV
 
						

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Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this manual 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
The illustrations used in this manual are of the 
KLV-32S550A unless otherwise stated.• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
 “BRAVIA” and  are trademarks of Sony 
Corporation.
This product is ENERGY RATING qualified in the 
“Home” mode. ENERGY RATING is a programme 
designed to promote energy efficient products and 
practices.
 When the TV is initially set up, it is designed to 
meet ENERGY RATING requirements while 
maintaining optimum picture quality.
 Changes to certain features, settings and 
functionalities of this TV (e.g. Picture/Sound and 
Eco settings) can slightly change the power 
consumption.
Depending upon such changed settings, the power 
consumption may vary which possibly could exceed 
the stated energy rating. To reset the TV to ENERGY 
RATING qualified settings, select “Home” mode 
from the initial set-up procedure in “Factory Settings” 
under the “Set-up” menu.
IntroductionTrademark information
Notes for Australia and New Zealand 
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Table of Contents
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Start-up Guide
Checking the accessories .................................. 4
1: Attaching the stand......................................... 4
2: Connecting an antenna/cable/VCR ................ 4
3: Preventing the TV from toppling over ............. 5
4: Bundling the cables ........................................ 5
5: Performing the initial set-up............................ 5
Selecting the language, country/region and 
location .............................................................. 5
Auto-tuning the TV ............................................. 6
Watching TV ....................................................... 6
Detaching the Table-Top Stand from the TV ...... 6
Safety information .............................................. 7
Precautions ........................................................ 8
Overview of the remote ...................................... 9
Using the Tools menu...................................... 10
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators ....... 11
 12
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting optional equipment ........................ 12
Viewing pictures from the connected 
equipment......................................................... 13
Viewing Twin Picture ........................................ 14
Viewing PIP (Picture in Picture)........................ 14
Using MENU Functions
Navigating through menus............................... 15
Listening to the FM Radio ................................ 15
Using the Favourite List.................................... 16
Settings adjustment .......................................... 17
Picture menu ................................................... 17
Sound menu .................................................... 18
Screen menu ................................................... 19
Set-up menu .................................................... 19
PC Settings menu ............................................ 20
Channel Set-up menu...................................... 21
Eco menu ........................................................ 23
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Additional Information
Installing the Accessories (Wall-Mount 
Bracket) .............................................................24
TV installation dimensions table ...................... 25
Screw and Hook locations diagram/table ....... 26
Troubleshooting ................................................27
Specifications ...................................... Back cover
Before operating the TV, please read “Safety information” (page 7). Retain this manual for future reference.
 
						

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Start-up Guide
Checking the accessories
Stand (1) and screws (4) 
Remote RM-GA016 (1)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
To insert batteries into the remote
1: Attaching the stand
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• This TV is very heavy, so two or more people should 
place the TV onto the stand.
• If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening 
torque at approximately 1.5N·m (15kgf·cm).
• Ensure the AC power cord is away from screw holes 
during stand installation to avoid damage to the AC 
power cord.
2: Connecting an antenna/
cable/VCR
Connecting an antenna/cable
Push and lift the cover to open.
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8
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Connecting an antenna/cable and VCR
Antenna cable (not supplied)
Antenna cable (not supplied) Antenna cable 
(not supplied)
Audio/Video 
cable (not 
supplied)
VCR TV, CATV, 
Satellite
or
If cannot 
receive FM 
signal
FM 
signal Antenna 
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3: Preventing the TV from 
toppling over
1Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter, not 
supplied) in the TV stand.
2Install a machine screw (M4 × 14, not 
supplied) into the screw hole of the TV.
For KLV-32S550A/KLV-32S530A/
KLV-26S550A:
Attach a nut (M4, not supplied) from the 
bottom of the Table-Top Stand to the screw 
securely.
3Tie the wood screw and the machine screw 
with a strong cord.
z• An optional Sony support belt kit is used to secure the 
TV. Contact your nearest Sony Service Centre to 
purchase a kit. Have your TV model name ready for 
reference.
4: Bundling the cables
• Do not bundle the AC power cord together with 
other cables.
5: Performing the initial set-up
1Connect the TV to your AC power outlet 
(110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) (New Zealand 
and Tunisia only: 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz).
2Press 1 on the TV.
When the TV is in standby mode (the 1 (standby) 
indicator on the TV front panel is red), press "/1 
on the remote to turn on the TV.
When you turn on the TV for the first time, the 
“Language” menu appears on the screen.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
3Press F/f to select the language displayed 
on the menu screens, then press  .
4Press F/f to select the country/region, then 
press .
5Press F/f to select “Home”, then press  .
For KLV-37S550A: For KLV-32S550A/
KLV-32S530A/
KLV-26S550A:
Selecting the language, country/
region and location
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3, 4, 5, 6, 9
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6Press G/g to select “OK”, then press  .
The TV starts searching for all available channels.
If a message appears for you to confirm 
the antenna connection
No programmes found. Please connect antenna 
(aerial) and select “Confirm” to start auto-tuning 
again. If 200 channels are found, auto-tuning is 
stopped.
7When the “Programme Sorting” menu 
appears on the screen, follow the steps of 
“Programme Sorting” (page 21).
If you do not want to change the order in which the 
channels are stored on the TV, go to step 8.
8Press MENU to exit.
The TV has now tuned in all the available 
channels.
9Press G/g to select the desired setting in 
“Display this menu next time?” dialogue, 
then press 
 to exit.
z•If “Yes” is selected and the TV is turned off by 
pressing 1 on the TV, or is disconnected from the 
AC power outlet, the initial set-up procedure 
restarts the next time the TV is turned on.
Watching TV
1Press 1 on the TV to turn on the TV.
2Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to 
select a TV channel.
3Press 2 +/– to adjust the volume.
Detaching the Table-Top 
Stand from the TV
 Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason 
other than to wall-mount the TV.
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Safety information
Installation/Set-upInstall and use the TV set in accordance with 
the instructions below in order to avoid any 
risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or 
injuries.
Installation The TV set should be installed near an 
easily accessible AC power outlet.
 Place the TV set on a stable, level surface 
to avoid it from falling down and cause 
personal injury or damage to the TV.
 Only qualified service personnel should 
carry out wall installations.
 For safety reasons, it is strongly 
recommended that you use Sony 
accessories, including:
– KLV-37S550A/KLV-32S550A/
KLV-32S530A:
Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500 or 
SU-WL50B
– KLV-26S550A:
Wall-mount bracket SU-WL100
 Be sure to use the screws supplied with 
the Wall-mount bracket when attaching 
the mounting hooks to the TV set. The 
supplied screws are designed so that they 
are 8 mm to 12 mm in length when 
measured from the attaching surface of 
the mounting hook.
The diameter and length of the screws 
differ depending on the Wall-mount 
bracket model.
Use of screws other than those supplied 
may result in internal damage to the TV 
set or cause it to fall, etc.
Transporting Before transporting the TV set, 
disconnect all cables.
 Two or more people are needed to 
transport a large TV set.
 When transporting the TV set by hand, 
hold it as shown below. Do not put stress 
on the LCD panel. When lifting or moving the TV set, hold it 
firmly from the bottom.
 When transporting the TV set, do not 
subject it to jolts or excessive vibration.
 When transporting the TV set for repairs 
or when moving, pack it using the original 
carton and packing material.
Ventilation Never cover the ventilation holes or insert 
anything in the cabinet.
 Leave space around the TV set as shown 
below.
 It is strongly recommended that you use a 
Sony wall-mount bracket in order to 
provide adequate air-circulation.
Installed on the wall
Installed with stand
 To ensure proper ventilation and prevent 
the collection of dirt or dust:
– Do not lay the TV set flat, install 
upside down, backwards, or sideways.
– Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, 
bed or in a closet.
– Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, 
such as curtains, or items such as 
newspapers, etc.
– Do not install the TV set as shown 
below.
AC power cordHandle the AC power cord and outlet as 
follows in order to avoid any risk of fire, 
electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:
– Use only Sony supplied AC power cords, 
not those of other brands.
– Insert the plug fully into the AC power 
outlet.
– Operate the TV set on a 110-240 V AC 
supply only (New Zealand and Tunisia 
only: 220-240 V AC).
– When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the 
AC power cord for your safety and take 
care not to catch your feet on the cables.
– Disconnect the AC power cord from the 
AC power outlet before working on or 
moving the TV set.
– Keep the AC power cord away from heat 
sources.
– Unplug the AC power plug and clean it 
regularly. If the plug is covered with dust 
and it picks up moisture, its insulation 
may deteriorate, which could result in a 
fire. 
Notes Do not use the supplied AC power cord on 
any other equipment.
 Do not pinch, bend, or twist the AC power 
cord excessively. The core conductors 
may be exposed or broken.
 Do not modify the AC power cord.
 Do not put anything heavy on the AC 
power cord.
 Do not pull on the AC power cord itself 
when disconnecting the AC power cord.
 Do not connect too many appliances to 
the same AC power outlet.
 Do not use a poor fitting AC power outlet.
Prohibited Usage
Do not install/use the TV set in locations, 
environments or situations such as those 
listed below, or the TV set may malfunction 
and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage 
and/or injuries.
Location:Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the seashore, 
on a ship or other vessel, inside a vehicle, in 
medical institutions, unstable locations, near 
water, rain, moisture or smoke.
Environment:Places that are hot, humid, or excessively 
dusty; where insects may enter; where it 
might be exposed to mechanical vibration, 
near flammable objects (candles, etc). The 
TV set shall not be exposed to dripping or 
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, 
such as vases, shall be placed on the TV.
Situation:Do not use when your hands are wet, with the 
cabinet removed, or with attachments not 
recommended by the manufacturer. 
Disconnect the TV set from AC power outlet 
and antenna during lightning storms.
Screw (supplied with the 
Wall-mount bracket)
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear of 
TV set 8mm - 12mm
Be sure to hold the bottom of the 
panel, not the front part.
30 cm
10 cm 10 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around 
the set.
30 cm
10 cm
10 cm6 cm
Leave at least this space around the 
set.
Air circulation is blocked.
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Broken pieces:  Do not throw anything at the TV set. The 
screen glass may break by the impact and 
cause serious injury.
 If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not 
touch it until you have unplugged the AC 
power cord. Otherwise electric shock may 
result. 
When not in use
 If you will not be using the TV set for 
several days, the TV set should be 
disconnected from the AC power for 
environmental and safety reasons. 
 As the TV set is not disconnected from the 
AC power when the TV set is just turned 
off, pull the plug from the AC power 
outlet to disconnect the TV set 
completely.
 However, some TV sets may have 
features that require the TV set to be left 
in standby to work correctly.
For children Do not allow children to climb on the TV 
set.
 Keep small accessories out of the reach of 
children, so that they are not mistakenly 
swallowed.
If the following problems 
occur...
Turn off the TV set and unplug the AC 
power cord immediately if any of the 
following problems occur.
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to 
have it checked by qualified service 
personnel.
When:– AC power cord is damaged.
– Poor fitting of AC power outlet.
– TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit 
or having something thrown at it.
– Any liquid or solid object falls through 
openings in the cabinet.
Precautions
Viewing the TV View the TV in moderate light, as 
viewing the TV in poor light or during 
long period of time, strains your eyes.
 When using headphones, adjust the 
volume so as to avoid excessive levels, as 
hearing damage may result.
LCD Screen Although the LCD screen is made with 
high-precision technology and 99.99% or 
more of the pixels are effective, black dots 
may appear or bright points of light (red, 
blue, or green) may appear constantly on 
the LCD screen. This is a structural 
property of the LCD screen and is not a 
malfunction.
 Do not push or scratch the front filter, or 
place objects on top of this TV set. The 
image may be uneven or the LCD screen 
may be damaged.
 If this TV set is used in a cold place, a 
smear may occur in the picture or the 
picture may become dark. This does not 
indicate a failure. These phenomena 
disappear as the temperature rises.
 Ghosting may occur when still pictures 
are displayed continuously. It may 
disappear after a few moments.
 The screen and cabinet get warm when 
this TV set is in use. This is not a 
malfunction.
 The LCD screen contains a small amount 
of liquid crystal. Mercury is sometimes 
contained depending on the kind of 
fluorescent tubes. Follow your local 
ordinances and regulations for disposal.
Handling and cleaning the 
screen surface/cabinet of the 
TV set
Be sure to unplug the AC power cord 
connected to the TV set from AC power 
outlet before cleaning.
To avoid material degradation or screen 
coating degradation, observe the following 
precautions.
 To remove dust from the screen surface/
cabinet, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If 
dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth 
slightly moistened with a diluted mild 
detergent solution.
 Never use any type of abrasive pad, 
alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or 
volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, 
thinner or insecticide. Using such 
materials or maintaining prolonged 
contact with rubber or vinyl materials 
may result in damage to the screen surface 
and cabinet material.
 Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation 
openings is recommended to ensure to 
proper ventilation.
 When adjusting the angle of the TV set, 
move it slowly so as to prevent the TV set 
from moving or slipping off from its table 
stand.
Optional EquipmentKeep optional components or any equipment 
emitting electromagnetic radiation away 
from the TV set. Otherwise picture distortion 
and/or noisy sound may occur.
Batteries Observe the correct polarity when 
inserting batteries.
 Do not use different types of batteries 
together or mix old and new batteries.
 Dispose of batteries in an 
environmentally friendly way. Certain 
regions may regulate the disposal of 
batteries. Please consult your local 
authority.
 Handle the remote with care. Do not drop 
or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind 
onto it.
 Do not place the remote in a location near 
a heat source, a place subject to direct 
sunlight, or a damp room.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIf a television is not positioned in a 
sufficiently stable location, it can be 
potentially hazardous due to falling. Many 
injuries, particularly to children, can be 
avoided by taking simple precautions such 
as:
 Using cabinets or stands recommended by 
the manufacturer of the television.
 Only using furniture that can safely 
support the television.
 Ensuring the television is not overhanging 
the edge of the supporting furniture.
 Not placing the television on tall furniture 
(for example, cupboards or bookcases) 
without anchoring both the furniture and 
the television to a suitable support.
 Not standing the televisions on cloth or 
other materials placed between the 
television and supporting furniture.
 Educating children about the dangers of 
climbing on furniture to reach the 
television or its controls.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic 
Equipment (Applicable in the 
European Union and other European 
countries with separate collection 
systems)
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Overview of the remote
1"/1 – TV standbyPress to turn the TV on or to switch to standby mode.
2AUDIO – Dual Sound (page 18)
3SCENE – Scene Select mode
Press to display the “Scene Select” menu. When you select the desired scene 
option, the optimum sound and picture quality for selected scene are automatically 
set.
Sports: Delivers picture scenes that let you experience realistic picture and sound 
like those in a stadium.
Game: Delivers picture scenes that let you enjoy your game-playing experience 
to the fullest with superb picture and sound quality.
Cinema: Delivers picture scenes just like those in a theatre-like atmosphere with 
dynamic sound.
Music: Delivers sound effects that let you experience dynamic and clear sound 
like that at a concert.
General: Current user settings.
4Coloured buttonsIn Text mode: Accesses the corresponding coloured Fastext menu quickly and 
easily. The Fastext feature can be used only when the Fastext broadcast is 
available.
5/  – Info / Text reveal Displays information. Press once to display current channel number, scene 
mode and screen mode. Press again to remove the display from the screen.
 In Text mode: Reveals hidden information (e.g. answers to a quiz).
6F/f/G/g/  – Item select / OK Selects or adjusts items.
 Confirms selected items.
7TOOLS (page 10)
8MENU
Displays or cancels the menu.
9Number buttons Selects channels. For channel numbers 10 and above, enter the next digit 
quickly (page 21).
 In Text mode: Enters the three digit page number to select the page.
q; – Favourite listDisplay the Favourite list that you have specified (page 16).
qa – Previous channelReturns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds).
qsPROG +/–/ / Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel.
 In Text mode: Selects the next ( ) or previous ( ) page.
qd2 +/– – VolumeAdjusts volume.
qf% – MutePress to mute the sound. Press again to restore the sound.z In standby mode, if you want to turn on the TV without sound, press this button.
qg/ – TextIn Text mode: Displays Text broadcast.
Each time you press /, the display changes cyclically as follows:
Text t Text over the TV picture (mix mode) t No Text (exit the Text service)
qhRETURNReturns to the previous screen of any displayed menu.
qj – Twin Picture / PIP (page 14)
qka – TV mode
Exit Text mode, or switches to a TV display when displaying external input.
ql/  – Input select / Text hold Displays the connected equipment list and selects the input source (page 13).
 In Text mode: Holds the current page.
w; – Wide ModeChanges the picture size. Press repeatedly to select the desired wide mode.
z The number 5, PROG + and 
AUDIO buttons have tactile 
dots. Use the tactile dots as 
references when operating 
the TV.
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For TV, Video, Component or HDMI (except 
PC input)
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off. You cannot select “Normal” for HD signal source 
pictures.
For PC Input
 Some options may not be available depending on the 
PC input signal.
Press TOOLS enables you to access various options and change/make adjustments according to the source and 
screen mode. The options displayed vary depending on the input source.
Viewing TV programme
Listening FM RadioViewing connected equipment
Wide Zoom*Enlarges the centre portion of the 
picture. The left and right edges of 
the picture are stretched to fill the 
16:9 screen. 
NormalDisplays the 4:3 picture in its original 
size. Side bars are shown to fill the 
16:9 screen.
FullStretches the 4:3 picture horizontally 
to fill the 16:9 screen.
Zoom*Displays cinemascopic (letter box 
format) broadcasts in the correct 
proportions.NormalDisplays the picture in its original 
pixel size. Bars are shown at the top, 
bottom, and both sides for small 
picture.
Full 1Stretches the original picture to fill 
the screen vertically.
Full 2Stretches the Full 1 picture 
horizontally to fill the 16:9 screen.
Using the Tools menu
OptionsDescription
Picture Mode See page 17.
Sound Mode See page 18.
Intelligent Picture See page 22.
MPEG Noise Reduction See page 17.
Speaker See page 19.
Add to Favourites You can add the 
current channel to 
the favourite list.
Sleep Timer See page 20.
Wake Up Timer See page 20.
Power Saving See page 23.
OptionsDescription
Sound Mode See page 18.
Speaker See page 19.
Sleep Timer See page 20.
Wake Up Timer See page 20.
Power Saving See page 23.
FM Radio Set-up See page 23.
OptionsDescription
Picture Mode (except PC input 
mode)See page 17.
Display Mode (in PC input 
mode only)See page 17.
Sound Mode See page 18.
MPEG Noise Reduction 
(except PC input mode)See page 17.
Speaker See page 19.
Twin Picture (except PC input 
mode)See page 14.
PIP (in PC input mode only) See page 14.
Single Picture (in Twin Picture 
and PIP mode only)See page 14.
Audio Swap (in PIP mode 
only)See page 14.
Auto Adjustment (in PC input 
mode only)See page 20.
Horizontal Shift (in PC input 
mode only)See page 20.
Sleep Timer (except PC input 
mode)See page 20.
Wake Up Timer (except PC 
input mode)See page 20.
Power Saving See page 23.