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Explains how to use the IR and Touchpad remote controls for TV operation.
Guide to searching for content using the Discover app.
Overview of the Home Menu categories and how to navigate.
Details on adjusting picture settings like brightness, contrast, and colour.
Instructions on navigating and searching within the on-screen i-Manual.
Explains how to connect and view content from external devices.
Guide to using social network services while watching TV.
How to launch and manage applications from the TV.
Description of the TV set's physical components and their locations.
Details of the buttons and functions of the standard remote control.
Details of the buttons and functions of the touchpad remote control.
Methods for selecting TV channels using Discover, Home Menu, or number buttons.
How to enhance the picture and audio for football viewing.
How to view text-based graphical information like news and schedules.
How to find programmes and detailed information using the TV guide.
How to search for TV programmes and cast/crew details.
Instructions for experiencing 3D content and adjusting 3D settings.
How to display and manage two pictures simultaneously (PIP/P&P).
How to display current programme or channel information.
How to configure subtitle display and preferred languages.
How to adjust picture aspect ratio and screen size.
How to select and adjust audio settings for programmes.
How to use Near Video On Demand and Multi Feed services.
How to watch movies from various sources via the Home Menu.
How to play music content from various sources via the Home Menu.
How to view photos from various sources via the Home Menu.
How to access and browse websites using the TV's internet browser.
How to access and watch on-demand video content online.
How to enable "Quick Playback" for faster internet service startup.
Guide to setting up and using Skype for video calls.
How to use Skype calls alongside TV viewing via Social Viewing.
How to invite friends to watch the same programme via Facebook.
How to invite friends to watch programmes using the TV guide.
Steps for connecting a BD/DVD player via HDMI.
Steps for connecting a BD/DVD player via component cables.
Steps for connecting a BD/DVD player via SCART cable.
Steps for connecting a BD/DVD player via composite cables.
Guide to registering a USB HDD for recording.
How to record a programme with a single button press.
How to schedule recordings using timers.
How to access and play back recorded programmes.
How to remove recorded programmes from the USB HDD.
How to pause live TV viewing temporarily.
How to connect and display content from cameras.
How to connect and play files from USB storage devices.
How to connect a PC to the TV for content playback.
How to display high-resolution photos in 4K.
How to connect an audio system via HDMI.
How to connect an audio system via optical audio cable.
How to connect an audio system via analog audio cable.
How to connect MHL-enabled smartphones and tablets.
How to set up and use the optional wireless subwoofer.
Information on supported file formats for playback.
How to enable and configure BRAVIA Sync for device control.
How to access and use the Sync Menu for device control.
How to customize remote buttons for controlling HDMI/MHL devices.
How to view the list of connected BRAVIA Sync devices.
How to automatically adjust picture and sound settings.
How to select preset scene modes for optimal viewing.
How to enable automatic picture brightness adjustment based on light.
How to add and manage favourite applications in the [My Apps] list.
How to search for programme or music information.
How to search for details about currently playing content.
How to search for content by entering keywords.
How to reduce power consumption through settings.
How to adjust picture brightness for power saving.
How to save power by syncing backlight with scene select.
How to set the TV to turn off automatically when idle.
How to set the current time and use timers.
How to manually set the TV's current time and date.
How to schedule the TV to turn on at a specific time.
How to set the TV to turn off automatically after a set period.
Steps to connect the TV to the internet wirelessly.
Steps to connect the TV to the internet using a LAN cable.
How to configure IPv6 for internet connection.
How to play media files stored on a PC via the home network.
Settings related to home network functionality.
How to enable the TV to play media from controllers.
How to manage access permissions for controllers.
Advanced settings for the renderer function.
How to choose which media servers are displayed.
How to diagnose the connection to media servers.
How to connect devices directly to the TV via Wi-Fi Direct.
How to play media files using the renderer function.
How to use a mobile device as a TV remote via the "TV SideView" app.
How to mirror a smartphone screen to the TV using NFC.
How to mirror a smartphone screen to the TV using Miracast.
How to view and share photos from smartphones/tablets on the TV.
Settings related to picture quality and screen display.
How to choose different picture modes for various content.
Details on adjusting picture settings like brightness, contrast, and colour.
How to adjust the picture's aspect ratio and position.
Settings related to audio output and sound quality.
How to adjust sound parameters like bass, treble, and balance.
How to optimize sound based on TV placement (stand/wall).
Settings for digital channel tuning and management.
How to configure subtitle display and preferred languages.
How to select audio types and languages for digital broadcasts.
How to automatically scan for available digital channels.
How to manually tune digital channels by channel or frequency.
How to enhance picture quality for a selected channel using LNA.
How to automatically add new digital services as they become available.
How to rearrange the order of digital channels.
How to copy or edit the programme list using a USB device.
How to automatically scan for available satellite channels.
How to rearrange the order of satellite channels.
How to automatically add new satellite services.
Settings for analogue channel tuning and management.
How to automatically scan for available analogue channels.
How to manually preset analogue programmes.
How to enable 1-digit channel selection.
How to rearrange the order of analogue channels.
How to rename programme channels.
Settings for displaying programme information and services.
How to display the analogue programme list.
How to configure the display size of the information banner.
How to display wallpaper or photos during radio broadcasts.
How to automatically switch channels when broadcasters change transmission.
How to set up and access pay TV services using a CAM.
How to configure interactive application services for programmes.
Settings for controlling access to programmes and content.
How to set a 4-digit password for parental lock.
How to lock content based on age ratings.
How to block specific programmes by number.
How to block access to interactive channels.
How to block access to recorded content.
General TV settings and operations.
How to disable the sound feedback for remote button presses.
How to disable the display of the start-up logo.
How to control the illumination LED on the TV.
How to enable and configure notifications from applications.
How to change the language of the TV's on-screen menus.
How to register and set up the Touchpad Remote Control.
How to connect and set up Bluetooth devices.
How to reset the TV to its original factory settings.
Settings for audio output to external devices.
How to choose between TV speakers and external audio systems.
How to direct sound to headphones or other audio systems.
How to control external audio system volume with the TV remote.
How to configure digital audio output settings (Auto/PCM).
How to link headphone output with TV speakers.
How to set up audio systems like Sound Bars for control.
Settings for managing and switching external video inputs.
How to manage and rename external input sources.
How to switch between different video input sources.
Advanced video input settings like colour space and dynamic range.
How to run the initial TV setup wizard.
Information and procedures for TV support and software updates.
How to view TV serial number and software version.
How to send usage data for software improvement.
How to update broadcast and service software automatically.
How to manually check for and install TV software updates.
How to run built-in diagnostics to check TV operation.
Troubleshooting issues related to the TV turning on or off automatically.
Solutions for picture quality issues like distortion, colour, and black bands.
Troubleshooting problems with TV signal reception.
Troubleshooting issues related to 3D picture display and effect.
Troubleshooting issues related to audio output and quality.
Troubleshooting problems with connected external devices.
Troubleshooting issues related to USB HDD recording.
Understanding network connection test results and how to resolve failures.
Troubleshooting issues with wireless LAN, internet videos, and apps.
Troubleshooting issues with connecting to servers and Wi-Fi Direct.
Troubleshooting issues with the standard remote control.
Troubleshooting issues with the touchpad remote control.
Troubleshooting issues with Bluetooth mouse connectivity.
Troubleshooting issues with screen mirroring functionality.
Troubleshooting issues with the One-touch mirroring feature.
Troubleshooting issues with the TV SideView application.
Troubleshooting issues with the Photo Share application.
General notes and references for troubleshooting.
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