Table Of Contents BRAVIA KDL-48W700C/40W700C ....................Basic Operations ..........................How to Use Remote ....................... Enjoy “Discover” ........................Home Menu Screen ........................ Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color) ........... How to Use the i-Manual ......................Watch Connected Device ....................... Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends while Watching TV ............
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Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TV’s remote control ......Setting the headphone speaker link ..................Setting sound for Home Theater Control ................Running Initial Set-up ......................Checking Sony contact information ..................Uploading operation history ....................Updating broadcast/service software ................... Updating the TV’s software ....................
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Connected Device Symptoms ....................Network Connectivity Test Results ..................Network/Application Symptoms .................... Home Network Symptoms ....................Remote Control Symptoms ....................Screen mirroring Symptoms ....................TV SideView Symptoms ....................... Photo Share Symptoms ......................Notes ............................ How to Use Bookmarks ........................ List of Contents ..........................
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings Configuring Various Settings Basic Operations Picture/Screen Settings Watching TV Selecting picture mode Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color) Using Internet Services and Locking picture adjustment Applications Setting the screen size/position Watching TV with Friends Far and Sound Settings...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Bookmarks > How to Use Bookmarks Basic Operations How to Use Bookmarks Watching TV Enjoying You can save frequently viewed pages in this manual. Use the color Movies/Music/Photos buttons indicated at the bottom of the screen. Using Internet To save a page Services and...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > List of Contents Basic Operations How to Use Remote Enjoy “Discover” Home Menu Screen Picture Adjustment How to Use the i-Manual Watch Connected Device Enjoy Social Viewing Using Applications Top of Page Watching TV Selecting Channels Enjoying Football More Using the TV Guide Search Function...
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Top of Page Using Internet Services and Applications Using Applications Browsing Websites Watching Internet Videos Top of Page Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends while Watching TV Inviting Friends while Watching TV Inviting Friends Using the Program Guide Top of Page Using Other Devices BD/DVD Player...
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Top of Page Useful Functions Picture/Sound Auto Adjustment Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the content Automatically adjusting picture brightness according to ambient light Adding Favorite Applications Using Search Function Current View Information Search Keyword Search Saving Power Consumption Saving power by picture brightness Turning the TV off by monitoring idle time Turning the TV off by monitoring input signal...
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Playing Content with the Renderer Function Using a Smartphone/Tablet as a Remote Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV (Screen mirroring) Sharing Photos Top of Page Configuring Various Settings Picture/Screen Settings Selecting picture mode Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture brightness/color) Locking picture adjustment Setting the screen size/position Sound Settings...
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Controlling the volume of an audio system with the TV’s remote control Setting the headphone speaker link Setting sound for Home Theater Control Running Initial Set-up Support Checking Sony contact information Uploading operation history Software Update Updating broadcast/service software Updating the TV’s software...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > How to Use Remote Basic Operations How to Use Remote Watching TV Using the / / / and Buttons Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Basic operation of this TV’s functions and settings can be made by Using Internet using the / / / and buttons.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > Enjoy “Discover” Basic Operations Enjoy “Discover” Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can use Discover to search for content (such as TV programs, Using Internet Internet contents, etc.). Contents that appear in Discover vary Services and depending on your model/region/country.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > Home Menu Screen Basic Operations Home Menu Screen Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos The Home Menu can be displayed by pressing the HOME button. Using Internet Categories such as [Channel], [Movies] and [Apps] are Services and...
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Select the thumbnail of the desired content. The content is played back. Categories in the Home Menu [Channel] You can view thumbnails of live and future broadcasts and recorded content. Select the desired subcategory to change the source. You can also change the broadcast system by using [Channel List] at the bottom of the Home Menu.
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Icons in the Home Menu [Search] You can input a keyword to search for content. You can also select keywords searched in the past. (The availability of this function depends on your region/country.) [Inputs] You can select an input device connected to the TV. [Media Server] You can select a media server (e.g.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture Basic Operations brightness/color) Adjusting various picture settings (e.g. picture Watching TV brightness/color) Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Overview Using Internet Services and You can adjust various picture settings, such as picture Applications brightness/color, etc.
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Jump to the page [Reset] Resets all the [Picture Adjustments] settings to the factory settings excluding [Setting Memory], [Picture Mode] and [Advanced Settings]. [Backlight] Adjusts the brightness of the backlight. Reducing the brightness of the screen will reduce the power consumption. [Picture] Adjusts picture contrast.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Basic Operations > How to Use the i-Manual Basic Operations How to Use the i-Manual Watching TV Searching for Information Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos This i-Manual explains how to use the TV's functions. On the main page Using Internet of the i-Manual, you can select the desired method to search for Services and...
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The titles on the right side of the screen change according to the title selected on the left side of the screen. Highlight a title on the right side of the screen using the / buttons, then press the button to select. (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, slide up/down to highlight a title, then press the touchpad to select.) The page of the selected title appears.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV with Friends Far and Near > Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends Basic Operations while Watching TV Enjoying a Chat with Your Friends while Watching Watching TV Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Overview Using Internet Services and Social Viewing allows you to use your social network services while Applications...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Using Applications Basic Operations Using Applications Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Press the SEN/APPS button or select [Apps] from the Home Menu to Using Internet open the Apps category, which serves as a gateway to Internet content. Services and From this screen, you can access various services and applications.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Selecting Channels Basic Operations Selecting Channels Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can select channels using Discover, the Home Menu, or number Using Internet buttons. Services and Applications Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Enjoying Football More Basic Operations Enjoying Football More Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can obtain more realistic picture and audio, as though you are Using Internet watching from the stands of the stadium. You can also view movies and Services and information related to football.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Using the TV Guide Search Function Basic Operations Using the TV Guide Search Function Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can search for information on TV programs, and cast/crew details. Using Internet Services and Applications...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Basic Operations Displaying picture-in-picture (PIP) Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can watch two pictures (main and sub) simultaneously. The main Using Internet picture can be displayed in full screen, and the sub picture can be Services and displayed in an inset window (e.g.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P) Basic Operations Displaying left-and-right pictures (P&P) Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can watch two pictures (left and right) simultaneously (e.g. Using Internet connected device and TV program). Services and Applications Watching TV with...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV > Screen format/Wide mode Basic Operations Screen format/Wide mode Watching TV Steps Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos [Settings] → Press the HOME button, then select Using Internet [Picture & Display] → [Screen] → [Wide Mode] → the desired option. Services and Tips Applications...
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[Captions] Stretches the picture horizontally to fill a 16:9 screen, while fitting captions in the screen. If component input (480p) is selected and [Scene Select] is set to [Game] or [Graphics], the available options change to [Fine- Normal]/[Fine-Full]/[Portable Game 1]/[Portable Game 2]. [Fine-Normal] Displays a 4:3 picture in its original size.
Also, the TV may not support functions developed in the future. In no event shall Sony be liable for any damage caused or associated with the use of the Internet browser, malfunction (including software) or...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Internet Services and Applications > Watching Internet Videos Basic Operations Watching Internet Videos Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can enjoy Internet video content, including movies and cartoons, by Using Internet accessing a gateway that delivers a variety of on-demand Services and entertainment.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV with Friends Far and Near > Inviting Friends while Watching TV Basic Operations Inviting Friends while Watching TV Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos While watching a program, you can express that you like the program. Using Internet You can also invite friends to watch the same program.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Watching TV with Friends Far and Near > Inviting Friends Using the Program Basic Operations Guide Inviting Friends Using the Program Guide Watching TV Enjoying Overview Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet You can use the program guide to invite friends to watch the same Services and program or express that you like certain programs.
Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Connect your Sony digital still camera or camcorder using an HDMI Using Internet cable. Use a cable that has an HDMI mini jack for digital still Services and camera/camcorder end, and a standard HDMI jack for the TV end.
Notes USB viewer supports FAT16, FAT32, exFAT, NTFS file systems. When connecting a Sony digital still camera to the TV with a USB cable, USB connection settings on your camera need to be set to [Auto] or [Mass Storage] mode.
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/MP_ROOT/100ANV01/MAHA0001.MP4 Avoid losing your files by backing up all your media files stored on a USB device. Sony cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged data stored on a USB device. Depending on the file, playback may not be possible even when using the supported formats.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > PC Basic Operations Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Connect your PC with an HDMI cable to enjoy music, pictures and other Using Internet content stored in it. Services and Applications Watching TV with...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > HDMI connection Basic Operations HDMI connection Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Connect an audio system (e.g. home theater system) with HDMI output Using Internet to the TV, using an HDMI cable. Services and Applications Watching TV with...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > Audio cable connection Basic Operations Audio cable connection Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Connect an audio system (e.g. amplifier) to the TV, using an audio Using Internet cable.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > MHL Device (Smartphone, Tablet, etc.) Basic Operations MHL Device (Smartphone, Tablet, etc.) Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Connect your MHL device (e.g. smartphone, tablet) with MHL output to Using Internet the TV's HDMI IN 1/MHL port, using an MHL cable.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Other Devices > Wireless Subwoofer (Optional) Basic Operations Wireless Subwoofer (Optional) Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can use the optional Wireless Subwoofer SWF-BR100 to extend Using Internet the bass response of the TV’s sound. Services and Applications Watching TV with...
How to Use Activate BRAVIA Sync on the connected device. Bookmarks When a specific Sony BRAVIA Sync-compatible device is connected and powered on, and [BRAVIA Sync Control] is set to [On], BRAVIA Sync is automatically activated on that device. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the connected device.
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[Settings] → Press the HOME button, then select [Channels & Inputs]/[Channels, Inputs & Ginga]* → [BRAVIA Sync Settings] → [Device Auto Power Off] → [Off]. * Option name differs depending on your region/country. To not turn on the TV automatically when turning on the connected device [Settings] →...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using BRAVIA Sync Devices > Using the Sync Menu Basic Operations Using the Sync Menu Watching TV Steps Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Press the SYNC MENU button. Using Internet (When using the Touchpad Remote Control, press the Control Bar ( Services and ), slide the touchpad to highlight the SYNC MENU button, then Applications...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using BRAVIA Sync Devices > Setting Buttons to Control an HDMI/MHL Basic Operations Device Setting Buttons to Control an HDMI/MHL Device Watching TV Enjoying Steps Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet Press the HOME button, then select [Settings].
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for the Basic Operations content Selecting a picture and sound setting suitable for Watching TV the content Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Overview Using Internet Services and You can select a preset picture and sound setting (e.g.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Current View Information Search Basic Operations Current View Information Search Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos This feature searches for information about the TV program you are Using Internet watching, or the currently playing music title/artist name on your TV, Services and from an Internet database.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Useful Functions > Saving power by picture brightness Basic Operations Saving power by picture brightness Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can reduce power consumption by changing the picture brightness. Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with Friends Far and...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Connecting to the Internet > Wireless Connection (Built-in Wireless LAN) Basic Operations Wireless Connection (Built-in Wireless LAN) Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos The built-in wireless LAN device allows you to access the Internet and Using Internet enjoy the benefits of networking in a cable-free environment.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Connecting to the Internet > Wired Connection (with a LAN Cable) Basic Operations Wired Connection (with a LAN Cable) Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos A wired LAN connection allows you to access the Internet and your Using Internet home network.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Connecting to the Internet > Setting IPv6 Basic Operations Setting IPv6 Watching TV Making a Connection Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos If your provider's service is compatible with IPv6, you can connect this Using Internet TV to the Internet by IPv6. Services and Example of wireless connection: Applications...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Playing Content on a PC Basic Operations Playing Content on a PC Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can play photo/music/video files stored on a server (e.g. PC) that is Using Internet connected to the same home network that the TV is connected to.
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Connecting via Wi-Fi Direct (without a wireless router) Basic Operations Connecting via Wi-Fi Direct (without a wireless router) Watching TV Enjoying Overview Movies/Music/Photos Using Internet The TV can be directly connected to a Wi-Fi/Wi-Fi Direct device (e.g. Services and smartphone, PC) that also supports the “DLNA Push controller”...
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If the connection does not succeed When the standby screen for the Wi-Fi Direct Settings is displayed, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Manual]. Select [WPS (Push Button)] if the device supports WPS. Otherwise, select [Other Methods] and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Entering text using the mobile device’s keyboard Using Home For comprehensive information about the “TV SideView” application, Network refer to the following website: Configuring http://info.tvsideview.sony.net Various Settings For details on how to use the “TV SideView” application, refer to the application’s help. Troubleshooting Tips How to Use You can search and download the “TV SideView”...
i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV Basic Operations (Screen mirroring) Displaying the Smartphone’s Screen on the TV Watching TV (Screen mirroring) Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Overview Using Internet Services and You can display the screen of a mobile device (such as a smartphone Applications or tablet) on the TV to view photos, videos or websites.
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When the standby screen for the Screen mirroring is displayed, press the OPTIONS button, then select [Show Device List / Delete]. To deregister a device, select the device in the list to delete, then press button (or press the touchpad on the Touchpad Remote Control). Then, select [Yes] in the confirmation display.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Using Home Network > Sharing Photos Basic Operations Sharing Photos Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos Gather around the TV with your family or friends, connect your Using Internet smartphones/tablets to the TV and view your favorite photos on the Services and large screen TV.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Selecting picture mode Basic Operations Selecting picture mode Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can select the picture mode according to your preference. The Using Internet [Picture Mode] setting works in accordance with the [Scene Select] Services and setting.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting the screen size/position Basic Operations Setting the screen size/position Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can set the screen size and position according to your preference. Using Internet Services and Applications Watching TV with...
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select this option to display the 16:9 picture in its original size. [Zoom]: Displays a 16:9 picture that has been converted into 4:3 letter box format, in the correct aspect ratio. [14:9]: Displays the 14:9 picture in the correct proportion. As a result, side bars are shown on the screen.
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[Compressed Audio]: Improves the sound quality of low bit rate compressed audio content. [Surround Effect] Adjusts the surround sound effect. If [Sound Mode] is set to [Cinema], [Sports], [Music] or [Game], a surround sound technology developed by Sony reproduces a surround sound field.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Configuring Various Settings > Setting a viewing restriction Basic Operations Setting a viewing restriction Watching TV Overview Enjoying Movies/Music/Photos You can lock any event rated as unsuitable for below a specified limit. Using Internet (This function is available depending on your region/country.) Services and Applications...
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Press the HOME button, then select [Help]. Using Internet [Customer Support] → [Contact Sony]. Select Services and Applications Sony contact information is displayed for your convenience. Watching TV with Friends Far and Near Using Other Devices Using BRAVIA Sync Devices...
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Picture/Screen Symptoms Basic Operations Picture/Screen Symptoms Watching TV Picture quality is not as good as viewed at the store. Enjoying Distorted picture. Movies/Music/Photos No color/Dark picture/color is not correct/Picture is too bright Using Internet Services and Dark screen.
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Change the current setting of [CineMotion] to another setting. Set [LNA] to [Off] to improve picture reception. ([LNA] may not be available depending on the situation/region/country.) Perform [Fine Tune]/[AFT] in [Manual Program Preset] to improve picture for analog reception. Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable. No color/Dark picture/color is not correct/Picture is too bright Press the OPTIONS button, then select [Picture Adjustments] to make...
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The picture becomes smaller during commercials due to the method used by the provider to broadcast content. When HD content channels switch to SD content (commercials), the picture may be small with a black border. [Auto Wide] will not expand the picture while the content switches, since the content information is regulated by the channel signal provider.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Broadcast Reception Symptoms Basic Operations Broadcast Reception Symptoms Watching TV Check these things first to troubleshoot your TV reception. Enjoying Ghosting or double images appear. Movies/Music/Photos Only snow noise or a black picture appears on the screen. Using Internet Services and There is picture or sound noise when viewing a TV channel.
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Only snow noise or a black picture appears on the screen. Check if auto tuning is performed. Check if the antenna is broken or bent. Check if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life (3-5 years for normal use, 1-2 years at a seaside location). There is picture or sound noise when viewing a TV channel.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Sound Symptoms Basic Operations Sound Symptoms Watching TV No sound but good picture. Enjoying Audio noise. Movies/Music/Photos No audio or low audio with a home theater system. Using Internet Services and Distorted sound.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Connected Device Symptoms Basic Operations Connected Device Symptoms Watching TV No picture from a connected device. Enjoying You cannot select a connected device in the Home Menu. Movies/Music/Photos Some input sources cannot be selected. Using Internet Services and Certain programs on digital sources display a loss of detail.
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Some input sources cannot be selected. Select [Manage Inputs] and confirm the [Always] setting for the input sources. Certain programs on digital sources display a loss of detail. Less detail than usual or artifacts (small blocks, dots or pixelation) may appear on the screen, due to the digital compression of the source content used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Network Connectivity Test Results Basic Operations Network Connectivity Test Results Watching TV The test results are “Failed”/“Failed”/“Failed”. Enjoying The test results are “OK”/“Failed”/“Failed”. Movies/Music/Photos The test results are “OK”/“OK”/“Failed” or “OK”/“OK (IPv6 Only)”/“Failed”. Using Internet Services and The test results are “OK”/“OK (IPv6 Only)”/“OK (IPv6 Only)”...
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Good picture quality but no sound on Internet video content. Using Other Apps are inaccessible. Devices Serious Error 5006 Contact Sony appears when trying to perform [Refresh Using BRAVIA Internet Content]. Sync Devices Some applications in [Apps] are not available./Disappeared from [All Useful Functions Apps].
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Check the installation location of the TV and wireless router (access point). Signal condition may be affected for the following reasons. - Other wireless devices, microwaves, fluorescent lights, etc., are placed nearby. - There are floors or walls between the wireless router (access point) and If the problem persists even after checking the above, try making a wired LAN connection.
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Serious Error 5006 Contact Sony appears when trying to perform [Refresh Internet Content]. This error may occur if [Refresh Internet Content] did not complete successfully. Use the following steps, re-checking the Internet content status after completing each step: Perform [Refresh Internet Content].
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > Home Network Symptoms Basic Operations Home Network Symptoms Watching TV Your TV cannot connect to the server. Enjoying A message appears stating that the TV cannot connect to your network. Movies/Music/Photos Server is inaccessible.
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Devices emitting radio waves, such as other wireless LAN devices or microwave ovens, may interfere with the Screen mirroring function using wireless LAN. Keep the TV or Sony Screen mirroring compatible devices (e.g. some models of Xperia) away from such devices, or turn them off if possible.
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i-Manual Print Font Size Top Page > Troubleshooting > TV SideView Symptoms Basic Operations TV SideView Symptoms Watching TV The TV cannot be turned on and controlled by using the TV SideView Enjoying application when [Remote Start] is set to [On]. Movies/Music/Photos The TV does not appear on the TV SideView screen.
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Supported Codec for DLNA / USB device DLNA/USB设备支持的编解码器 Codec Suportado para dispositivo DLNA/USB Photo Music Video External Subtitle 照片 音乐 外挂字幕 视频 Foto Vídeo Legenda Externa Música Photo 照片 Foto File Format Extension Supported Use Case 支持范围 文件格式 扩展名 Formato do Arquivo Extensão Caso de Uso Suportado JPEG...
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Go to Page Top 转到顶层页面 Ir para o início da página Supported Audio Codec Sampling Rate in Video Content 视频内容中支持的音频编解码器采样速率 Taxa de Amostragem do Áudio Codec em Conteúdo de Vídeo Audio Codec Supported Sampling Rate 音频编解码器 支持的采样速率 Taxa de Amostragem Suportada Áudio Codec LPCM 44.1k / 48k...