Sony LCD TV KDL-55EX640 User Manual

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Using the MenusPicture options, including options in Advanced Settings depend on Scene Select 
and Picture Mode.
OptionDescription
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.
GammaAdjusts the balance between bright and dark areas of the 
picture.
Clear WhiteEmphasizes white colors. Select from High, Low and Off.
Live ColorMakes colors more vivid. Select from High, Medium, Low 
and Off.
LED Motion 
ModeLights up the backlight adequately, reducing blur in movies, 
but the brightness decreases.
White Balance Adjusts the color temperature in detail. 
						

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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, 
Alternate Audio and Speakers.
Equalizer Adjust allows you to select your frequency response curve. Select Reset to 
reset the Equalizer settings to the default values.
BalanceAdjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance.
Steady SoundSelect On to stabilize the volume across all programs and commercials. 
Select Off to disable this function.
Volume OffsetAdjust the volume level of the current input relative to other inputs.
SurroundAllows you to select the suitable surround effects depending on the genre of 
TV program (movie, sport, music, etc.) or video game. The available options 
depend on the scene select setting.
On/OffSelect On to optimize the sound quality to enjoy the effects of 
the Surround option and to create a virtual surround sound 
using the 2ch speaker.
Cinema/OffProvides surround effects just like the high-grade audio 
systems found in movie theaters. This option is available 
when you select Cinema in the scene select setting.
Music/OffProvides surround effects that make you feel like you are 
surrounded by sound as in a music hall. This option is 
available when you select Photo or Music in the scene select 
setting.
Sports/OffProvides surround effects that make you feel like you are 
watching a live sports contest. This option is available when 
you select Sports in the scene select setting.
Game/OffProvides surround effects that enhance game sound.  This 
option is available when you select Game in the scene select 
setting.
Bass BoosterProduces a fuller sound for more impact, by emphasizing the bass sounds. 
						

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Using the Menus
MTS Audio is only available for analog programs.
Alternate Audio is only available if the program is broadcast with alternate audio streams.
 You can also access Sound Mode, MTS Audio and Alternate Audio by using the OPTIONS 
button on the remote control. 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 
onlySelect 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.
Audio Out VariableAdjusts the volume with the TV’s remote control, when using 
an external audio system.
FixedAdjusts the volume using the connected audio system’s 
remote control.
HDMI/DVI Audio 
SourceSets the audio signal source for HDMI/DVI input.
AutoAutomatically sets the audio signal source based on the 
video signal.
HDMI AudioSets the HDMI input as the audio signal source.
PC AudioSets the PC/HDMI audio input as the audio signal source.
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Using the Screen Settings
OptionDescription
Wide Mode Wide ZoomFills the screen with minimum distortion.
NormalSelect 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 picture without distorting the aspect 
ratio.
Auto Wide OnSelect On to automatically change Wide Mode setting based on 
the content.
OffIf frequent screen changes are disturbing to you, select Off. 
Choose one of the Wide Mode options when this function is set 
to Off.
4:3 Default
Select the default 
Screen Mode to 
use for 4:3 
sourcesWide ZoomEnlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, displaying as 
much of the original image as possible.
NormalSelect to display the 4:3 picture in its original size.
OffSelect to continue using the current Wide Mode setting when the 
channel or input is changed.
Auto Display 
AreaAutomatically adjusts the picture to the most appropriate display area.
Display AreaEach setting depends on the resolution you are watching.
Full PixelDisplays pictures in their original size when parts of the picture 
are cut off (available depending on the TV model).
+1Displays pictures in their original size.
NormalDisplays pictures in their recommended size.
-1Enlarges the picture so that the edges are outside the visible 
display area.
Horizontal 
Center Allows you to move the position of the picture left and right. (Available in Wide 
Zoom and Zoom.)
Vertical CenterAllows you to move the position of the picture up and down. (Available in Wide 
Zoom and Zoom.) 
						

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Using the Menus
Normal in the 4:3 Default setting is not available when you are watching a 720p, 1080i or 1080p 
source.
 If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current 
channel. When you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the 
4:3 Default setting for 4:3 sources. To retain the current Wide Mode setting as channels and 
inputs are changed, set 4:3 Default to Off.
4:3 Default is not available if Auto Wide is set to Off.
 For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 67.
Auto Adjustment, Phase and Pitch are not available with PC signal connected to HDMI input.
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 31).
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.
ResetResets all PC settings to the default values.
Auto 
AdjustmentSelect to automatically adjust the display position and phase of 
the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the 
connected PC. Note that Auto Adjustment may not work well 
with certain input signals. In such cases, manually adjust the 
options below.
PhaseAdjust after Pitch to fine tune overall sharpness.
PitchAdjust uneven sharpness on screen.
Horizontal 
CenterAllows you to move the position of the picture left and right.
Vertical 
CenterAllows you to move the position of the picture up and down.  
						

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Using the Channel Settings
 You should run Auto Program after changing the Signal Type setting.
 Running Auto Program will clear the Favorites list.
 Channels that you set to be hidden can be accessed by the 0-9 and   buttons.
 You can set channels to be hidden that are automatically set in Auto Program.
OptionDescription
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 
ChannelsAllows you to show or hide channels that appear when you use the CH +/– 
buttons.
1Press V/v to scroll through the channels until you find the channel you 
want to show or hide. Then press   to select it.
2Press V/v to determine if the channel will be shown or hidden. Then press 
 to select it.
Edit Channel 
LabelsAllows you to assign labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers.
1Press V/v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press   to 
select the channel number that you want to assign a label.
2Press V/v to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Press b to 
move to the next character. Repeat the previous steps to add up to seven 
characters to the label. When finished, press  .
Analog Fine 
TuneAllows you to fine-tune the selected analog channel manually if you feel that a 
slight tuning adjustment may improve picture quality. Select Auto to adjust to 
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Using the Menus
Using the Parental Lock Settings
OptionDescription
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 58).
CanadaSelect to use Canadian ratings (page 59).
Rating OffTurn Parental Lock off. No programs are blocked from 
viewing.
ChildMaximum ratings permitted are:
U.S.: TV-Y, TV-G, G
Canada: C, G, TV-Y
YouthMaximum ratings permitted are:
U.S.: TV-PG, PG
Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG
Young AdultMaximum ratings permitted are:
U.S.: TV-14, PG-13
Canada: 14+, 13 ans+, TV-14
CustomSelect to set ratings manually.
U.S.: See page 58 for details.
Canada: See page 59 for details.
Downloadable 
U.S. Rating
(Available only 
in U.S.A. 
where advanced 
ratings exist)OffTurn Downloadable U.S. Rating off. No programs that contain 
downloadable ratings are blocked from viewing.
CustomSelect to block programs based on downloadable ratings.
Clear AllSelect to clear the entire downloadable rating system.
Unrated
(Available only 
when Country is 
set to U.S.A.)AllowAllows programs and movies that are broadcasted without a 
rating.
BlockBlocks all programs and movies that are broadcasted without 
a rating.
Channel BlockAllows you to block channels regardless of program ratings.
To View a Blocked Channel
Press   when tuned to the blocked channel then enter the password.
External Input 
BlockAllows you to block external inputs regardless of program ratings.
To View a Blocked External Input
Press   when tuned to the blocked input then enter the password.
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 You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings. If you lose your 
password, see “Lost password” on page 78.
 Selecting Clear All will delete the current Downloadable U.S. Rating menu and the menu will 
no longer be available until the TV is tuned to a channel that contains downloadable ratings.
 If you block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of programs may be 
blocked: programs broadcasted from another country, emergency broadcasts, political 
programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather.
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 
57).
 To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based Ratings.
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
TV-YAll children.
TV-Y7Directed to children age 7 and older.
TV-GGeneral audience.
TV-PGParental guidance suggested.
TV-14Parents strongly cautioned.
TV-MAMature audience only.
Content-Based Ratings
FVFantasy violence.
DSuggestive dialogue.
LStrong language.
SSexual situations.
VViolence. 
						

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Using the Menus
Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating 
Options
To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Country setting (page 
57).
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.
OptionDescription
English Rating CAll children.
C8+Children 8 years and older.
GGeneral programming.
PGParental guidance.
14+Viewers 14 and older.
18+Adult programming.
French Rating GGeneral programming.
8 ans+Not recommended for young children.
13 ans+Not recommended for ages under 13.
16 ans+Not recommended for ages under 16.
18 ans+Programming restricted to adults.
U.S.A. RatingSee “US Models” on page 58 for details. 
						

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Using the Setup Settings
OptionDescription
Network Network SetupSets the network status settings.
Refresh 
Internet 
ContentReconnects to the Internet to receive available Internet content 
services.
Home Network 
SetupShow/Hide 
Media 
ServersDisplays the connected server list. You can select 
the server to display in the Home menu.
Media Server 
TroubleshootingDiagnoses whether the TV can connect to each 
server on the home network.
Renderer RendererEnables the TV to play photo/
music/video files on a device 
(e.g. digital still camera) by 
operating the device via the 
network.
Renderer 
Access 
ControlAllows access from a specified 
control device.
Renderer 
OptionsAdjusts the Renderer Options 
detailed settings.