Sony KDL-32BX300 User Manual

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Table of Contents
Remote and TV Controls/Indicators
Overview of the remote..................................................................................................................................(3)
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators..................................................................................................(10)
Watching TV
Watching TV..................................................................................................................................................(15)
Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)..................................................................................(26)
Using the Digital Favourite List....................................................................................................................(28)
Using Optional Equipment
Connecting optional equipment...................................................................................................................(31)
Viewing pictures from connected equipment..............................................................................................(33)
Playing Back Photo/Music/Video via USB....................................................................................................(41)
Using BRAVIA Sync with Control for HDMI...................................................................................................(45)

Sony KDL-32BX300 Specifications

General

Screen Size	32 inches
Resolution	1366 x 768
HDMI Ports	2
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Backlight	CCFL
Component Video Input	1
Composite Video Input	1
USB Ports	1
Display Type	LCD
Response Time	8 ms
Viewing Angle	178°
Input Ports	HDMI, Component, Composite
Audio Output	1 (Digital Audio Out)

Summary

Remote Control Overview

Power, Screen Mode, and Favorites

Manages TV standby, screen display, and favorite channel access.

TV Buttons and Indicators

Physical Controls: Power, Channel, Volume

Details power, channel selection, and volume control buttons.

Input Selection and Menu Navigation

Explains input selection, volume adjustment, and menu navigation.

Watching TV

Basic Operation and Channel Selection

Instructions for turning on the TV and selecting channels.

Digital Features and Screen Format

Covers digital icons, EPG, text services, and screen format adjustments.

Digital Programme Guide (EPG)

Accessing and Navigating the EPG

Guide on how to press GUIDE and perform operations on the EPG.

Digital Favourite List

Setting Up and Managing Favorite Channels

Instructions for creating, adding, and removing favorite channels.

Connecting Optional Equipment

Port Identification and Connection Types

Details various input/output ports like HDMI, AV, Component.

USB Media Playback

Connecting and Selecting Media Files

Steps to connect USB, select media type, and navigate file lists.

BRAVIA Sync and HDMI Control

Functionality and Automatic Operations

Explains how HDMI control enables communication and automatic device operations.

TV Home Menu Navigation (XMB™)

Accessing and Understanding the XMB Menu

How to press HOME to display the XMB menu and its purpose.

System Update

Updating TV System via USB

Procedure to update the TV system using USB memory.

Instruction Manual Access

Viewing Manual Contents on Screen

Displays the instruction manual content on the TV screen.

Picture Settings

Picture Mode and Backlight Adjustment

Configures picture mode (Vivid, Standard) and backlight brightness.

Contrast, Brightness, and Colour Settings

Adjusts contrast, brightness, and color intensity for picture quality.

Sound Settings

Sound Effects and Surround Modes

Selects sound modes like Dynamic, Standard, Surround, and Simulated Stereo.

Treble, Bass, and Dual Sound Options

Adjusts audio frequencies, speaker balance, and dual sound options.

Eco Settings

Power Saving and Sleep Timer

Reduces power consumption and sets auto-standby timers.

Screen Settings

Screen Format Adjustments

Changes screen aspect ratio for PC, USB, and default broadcasts.

Setup Procedures

Initial Setup and Language Selection

Guides through initial setup like language, country, and channel tuning.

AV Preset and HDMI Setup

Assigns names to inputs and configures HDMI communication settings.

Analogue and Digital Tuning

Manual and auto tuning for analogue and digital channels.

Troubleshooting

Picture Issues: No Picture, Ghosting, Noise

Solutions for common picture problems like no signal or distorted images.

Sound Issues and Channel Reception Problems

Addresses no sound, poor reception, and blank channels.

General Issues: Auto Turn-off and Remote

Fixes for auto standby, distorted picture/sound, and remote control malfunctions.