With the majority of tvs, it means you have access to something called "photo tv", essentially allowing you to plug your digital camera in to view the pictures.
I wasn't aware it was available on the S series though!
Depends what model you are talking about. Some current models in the 4000 range do allow for a memory stick to be plugged in to show photos. However, in older models the socket was purely for service uses and is not any use for anything else. Sorry I cannot be more specific about this. If it is used for photos then as colspark says it will be selectable by the menu.
I have tried all types of files via USB,but it does not respond,some say that it is service port only,Is it possible that techs have a different remote to operate?
I have tried all types of files via USB,but it does not respond,some say that it is service port only,Is it possible that techs have a different remote to operate?
If the socket cannot be selected by the standard menu then it is not intended to be used as a regular input. Going into service menus and using service ports can cause a lot of problems and you probably won't achieve anything useful. You have still not said what model your set is.
I got my S-series Bravia yesterday (KDL32s5100) and even I was wondering why the usb port at the back. The manual also doesnt speak about it. Got info from the sony website that the port is a 'service only' port
Additional port info:
Inputs and Outputs
AC Power Input : 1 (Rear)
Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 5 (2 Side, 3 Rear)
I think what he was asking was "Has anyone found a hack for this port" I have not tried as of yet plugging my Linux computer into this port. I did notice a large piece of paper that came with the documentation. It was labeled "Notices and licenses for software used in this television"
A list of GPLs, LGPL Libraries and GNU licenses.
Anyone good with programming might enjoy reprogramming there TV with the latest codec's.