Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing in red.
When it is flashing
The
1Measure how long the 1 (standby) indicator flashes and stops flashing.
For example, the indicator flashes for two seconds, stops flashing for one second, and flashes for two seconds.
2Press 1 on the TV (top side) to switch it off, disconnect the mains lead, and inform your dealer or Sony service centre of how the indicator flashes (duration and interval).
When it is not flashing
1Check the items in the tables below.
2If the problem still persists, have your TV serviced by qualified service personnel.
Picture
ProblemCause/Remedy
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound
•Check the aerial connection.
•Connect the TV to the mains, and press 1 on the TV (top side).
•If the 1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press "/1.
No picture or no menu information from equipment connected to the scarts or HDMI IN socket
•Check that the optional equipment is on and press 
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repeatedly until the correct input symbol is displayed on the screen.
•Check the connection between the optional equipment and the TV.
•When connecting any equipment to the HDMI IN 6/7 socket or when changing the resolution, some dots can appear blinking on the screen for a few seconds. HDMI signal decoding is in progress and it does not indicate a malfunction.
Double images or ghosting | • | Check aerial/cable connections. |
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Only snow and noise appear on the screen
•Check if the aerial is broken or bent.
•Check if the aerial has reached the end of its serviceable life (three to five years in normal use, one to two years at the seaside).
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