Sony XEL 1 User Manual

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Overview
Welcome to the World of OLED TV
Thank you for purchasing this Sony XEL-1. This television is equipped with an organic light-
emitting diode (OLED) display panel that produces superb picture quality. This technology brings 
a multitude of benefits to this television. Experience the beautiful images that OLED offers!
What is OLED?
An organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display panel includes organic materials that emit light 
when an electric current is passed through them. The strength of luminescence is controlled 
by the amount of electric current.
Benefits of OLED
High Brightness
The self-emitting nature of the OLED display 
panel allows for more efficient light output, 
creating bright and vivid images.
High Contrast Ratio
In addition to the bright and vivid images 
produced by the OLED display panel, black 
level is created by completely stopping light 
emission. This allows the panel to achieve a 
uniquely high level of contrast. 
Vivid Color Reproduction
OLED display panels use separate organic 
layers to produce red, green, and blue light, 
which are filtered to achieve greater color 
purity. As a result, each color is vividly and 
clearly reproduced.
Quick Response Time
Light from the OLED display panel is emitted 
instantly when electricity is supplied, 
enabling the OLED very fast response time.
 
						

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Getting Started
1. Locating Inputs and Outputs
Rear & Left Side
ItemDescription
1HDMI 1/2 INHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital 
audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, 
such as a set-top box, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player as well as A/V receiver. HDMI 
supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio.
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 You can view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p formats with an HDMI connection. 
Note that this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of 960 dots × 540 lines.
 Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo.
2DMe
x/ SERVICEThis USB port is for service only unless you are connecting the optional BRAVIA 
external module (DMex).
3DC INConnects the supplied AC power adapter.
4Memory Stick slotFor inserting Memory Stick media to view on TV. For details, see “Using Memory Stick 
Media” on page 26.
ACCESS LED located above the Memory Stick slot blinks while Memory Stick is 
accessed.
5VHF/UHF/CABLERF input that connects to your Cable or VHF/UHF antenna.
6Headphone jack/
DIGITAL AUDIO 
OUT (OPTICAL)Connects to your headphones or the optical audio input of your digital audio equipment 
that is PCM/Dolby Digital compatible. If your headphones or the optical audio input of 
your digital audio equipment do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adapter (not 
supplied).
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 While headphones are connected, the TV speakers are muted.
DC IN 16VDMex/SERVICE STD/DUO1 IN2 IN
VHF/
UHF/
CABLE
 
						

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Getting Started
2. Connecting the TV
You can enjoy high-definition and standard-
definition digital programming (if available in 
your area) along with standard-definition analog 
programming.
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 This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital 
programming for both cable (QAM and 8VSB) and 
external VHF/UHF antenna (ATSC).
 It is strongly recommended that you connect the 
antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable to 
receive optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin lead 
cable can be easily affected by radio frequency 
interference, resulting in signal degradation.
Cable or VHF/UHF (or VHF only)
Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to 
switch between the cable and over-the-air antenna 
programming, as indicated below.
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 Be sure to set the Cable setting to On or Off in the 
Channel settings for the type of input signal you 
choose (see page 37).
You can also enjoy high-definition programming 
by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or 
a high-definition satellite service. Make sure you 
connect this equipment to your TV via the HDMI 
input on the back of your TV.
Shown with HDMI ConnectionCable System or VHF/UHF Antenna 
System
Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna 
System
75-ohm coaxial 
cableRear of TV
VHF/UHF/CABLE input
B A
Cable
AntennaA-B RF switch
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF/CABLE input
HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box
DC IN 16VDMex/SERVICE STD/DUO1 IN2 INVHF/
UHF/
CABLE
HDMI cable Rear of TV
HD cable box/
HD satellite boxCATV/
Satellite 
antenna 
cable
 
						

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 Optical output connection may require mini-plug adapter (POC-20AP, not supplied).
Other Equipment
DC IN 16VDMex/SERVICE STD/DUO1 IN2 IN
VHF/
UHF/
CABLE
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)
DVD player
Digital satellite receiverVHF/UHF/CABLE
Blu-ray Disc Player/“PS3”
Digital cable box
Audio system
Digital audio 
equipment
Headphones
 
						

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Getting Started
The Control for HDMI function allows 
communication between Sony TVs and Sony 
equipment. Only Sony equipment with Control for 
HDMI capability is supported.
To connect Control for HDMI equipment
Use an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo for 
connection. See the HDMI connection shown on 
page 16.
Setting the Control for HDMI
In order for the Control for HDMI function to 
operate, the TV and other Sony Control for HDMI 
equipment must be setup. See page 41 on how to 
set the HDMI Control to On. For other 
equipment, refer to the operating instruction for 
that equipment.
Control for HDMI available with your TV
Once the supported equipment is connected, the 
following operations are available:
 Turn off the equipment automatically 
when you turn off the TV.
 When the connected equipment is turned 
on by One-Touch-Play, the TV will 
automatically turn on and select the 
respective HDMI input.
 Automatically turn on equipment listed 
under the External Inputs on the XMB
™ 
(XrossMediaBar) when selected, see page 
25.
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 The A/V receiver cannot be selected from the XMB™.
Before connecting the AC power cord to the TV, 
complete all connections with the equipment.
1Connect the AC power adapter to the TV. 
2Connect the AC power adapter with the AC 
power cord.
3Connect the AC power cord to the wall outlet.
Using Control for HDMIConnecting the AC Power Cord
DC IN 16V
AC power adapter
AC power cord
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							18 3. Setting Up the Channel List 
– Initial Setup
The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn 
on the TV for the first time.
After you finish connecting the TV, you can run 
Initial Setup to create a list of available analog 
and digital channels if you have connected an 
antenna or cable directly to the TV’s VHF/UHF/
CABLE input.
You will be prompted to select the language of 
your choice to be used for all the on-screen 
settings.
Use the remote control to navigate through the 
Initial Setup:
Follow the help text provided on the screen to run 
Auto Program with the connected signal source 
or select Skip to skip the Auto Program if you 
are receiving channels from a cable box or satellite 
receiver and the VHF/UHF/CABLE input is not 
connected. The Auto Program will scan for 
available channels. When the Auto Program is 
completed, the TV will display how many analog 
and digital channels are found.
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 If you accidentally turn off the TV during the Initial 
Setup process, the Initial Setup will restart from the 
beginning when the TV is turned back on. 
Auto Program may be canceled while the 
channels are being scanned. Press RETURN first then 
press either B/b on the remote control, highlight “Yes” 
to cancel or “No” to resume Auto Program.
Initial Setup except Auto program, if 
no operation is performed for more than 5 minutes, the 
screen turns black and “XEL-1” appears on and off. In 
this case, press V/v/B/b,  or VOL  + /- to return to 
the previously viewed screen.
s To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto 
Program at a Later Time
Select the Initial Setup feature under the category 
Settings from the XMB
™ (XrossMediaBar) or 
refer to the Initial Setup described on page 42. To 
run Auto Program, see page 37.
s To Add Digital Channels
Use the Add Digital Channels feature as described 
on page 37. (Useful for antenna installations.)
s To Display the Picture in Your Preferred 
Aspect Ratio
Select the proper Wide Mode as described on pages 
22 and 34.
You may want to set up convenient features such 
as Favorites (see page 21), Show/Hide 
Channels (see page 37), Edit Channel Labels 
(see page 37) when Auto Program is completed.  V/v buttons:
 
Allow you to highlight options 
where applicable.
 button: 
Allows you to select the 
highlighted option and advance 
to the next screen.
B button: 
Allows you to move back to the 
previous screen.
b button: 
Allows you to move to the next 
screen.
Step 1 of 5 Initial Setup
Please select a language. Language settings will apply to
 on screen display as well as default audio for digital 
channels.  Highlight a choice and press      to continue.
English
Español
Français
 
						

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Getting Started
4. Adjusting the Viewing 
Angle of the TV
This TV’s display panel can be adjusted to tilt 
back and forth within the angles as illustrated 
below.
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 When adjusting, do not directly touch or bend the 
display panel.
 When adjusting the display panel backward, take care 
not to catch your fingers between the panel and neck of 
the TV.
 When adjusting the angle, hold the right side of the 
display panel.
Left view
Front 55°15°
Neck BaseDisplay 
Panel
 
						

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Using TV Features
Overview of the Remote Control and TV Controls/Indicators
When using the remote control for the first time
Pull the insulation film out from the remote control.
When changing the battery
Unlock the battery holder by pushing a pen tip into 
the hole located on the rear of the remote control. 
Slide the battery holder out. Replace the battery with 
CR2032 (lithium) battery with e side up in the 
battery holder of the remote control.
Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control
Remote Control
ButtonDescription
1DISPLAYPress once to display the information pertaining to the 
channel and/or program when available. The OSD (On Screen 
Display) will time out in a few seconds or press again to 
immediately turn off the display. You can also set the display 
to show minimal information. See Info Banner on page 41.
2CCPress to turn on and off the Closed Captions (CC). To change 
or customize the CC Display, see page 38.
3DMe
xPress to access features in the optional BRAVIA external 
module (e.g. DMX-NV1). See your dealer or 
www.sony.com/bravia for more information. The module may 
not be available in your region.
4SOUNDPress to cycle through different sound settings: Dynamic for 
enhancing treble and bass, Standard for spoken dialog and 
Custom for flat setting (see page 34).
50-9 ENTPress 0-9 to select a channel; the channel changes after two 
seconds. Press ENT to change channels immediately.
6Use with 0-9 and ENT to select digital channels. 
For example, to enter 2.1, press  ,  ,   and ENT.
Slide to open
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 This remote control cannot be programmed to use with other equipment.
5 button and CH + have a tactile dot. Use them as a reference when 
operating the remote control.
 This remote control is designed to operate at fairly close range from the TV. 
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