Sony XBR KV-30XBR910, XBR KV-34XBR910 television Operating Instructions

4-094-064-21
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Operating Instructions
© 2003 Sony Corporation
Sony Corporation
Printed in U.S.A.
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KV-30XBR910
KV-34XBR910
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to
rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,
NE PAS OUVRIR
PRECAUCION
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO
NO ABRIR
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of
programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable
companies for the use of the general public may require
authorization from the broadcaster/cable company and/or
program owner.
NOTIFICATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference with radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
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❑
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
Installing
❑ To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation
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openings.
Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place
subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.
The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with
hooks. Do not attempt to remove the cord from these hooks.
Doing so could cause damage to the TV.
CAUTION
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner,
Sony has determined that this
product or product models meets
the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines
for energy efficiency.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION
When using TV games, computers, and similar products with your
TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at low settings. If a
fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for long periods of
time at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be
permanently imprinted onto the screen. Continuously watching
the same program can cause the imprint of station logos onto the
TV screen. These types of imprints are not covered by your
warranty because they are the result of misuse.
Note on Caption Vision
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are provided on the front of this
instruction manual and at the rear of the TV. Refer to them
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Trademark Information
This television receiver provides display of television closed
captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the FCC rules.
TruSurround and the
symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs,
Inc. TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from
SRS Labs, Inc.
Note on Cleaning the TV
BBE and BBE Symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. and are
licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under U.S. Patent No. 4,638,258 and
4,482,866.
Clean the TV with a soft, dry cloth. Never use strong solvents such
as thinner or benzine, which might damage the finish of the
cabinet.
Note to CATV System Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
Wega, FD Trinitron, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation,
Caption Vision, CineMotion, Memory Stick, and Twin View are
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. ClearEdge VM and
HD Detailer are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and
keep this manual for future reference.
Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and
instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating
instructions or service manual.
WARNING
To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions
should be observed in the installation, use, and servicing of the set.
Use
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the serial/model
plate. If you are not sure of the type of electrical
power supplied to your home, consult your
dealer or local power company. For those sets
designed to operate from battery power, refer
to the operating instructions.
Grounding or Polarization
This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other), or with a three-wire
grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding).
Follow the instructions below:
For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug by forcing it in.
Alternate Warning
For the set with a three-wire grounding type AC plug
This plug will only fit into a grounding-type
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
Always turn the set off when it is not to be
used. When the set is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet as a precaution against
the possibility of an internal malfunction that
could create a fire hazard.
Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy
storm. Lightning may strike while you are holding the cable or
cord, causing serious injury. Turn off your TV and wait for the
weather to improve.
Memory Stick
To protect small children from injury from Memory Stick Media,
remove all Memory Stick media from the TV’s Memory Stick slot
and store it in a safe location when it is not in use.
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Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set
through the cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the set.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
Do not place any objects, especially heavy objects,
on top of the set. The object may fall from the set,
causing injury.
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly
dampened with water for cleaning the exterior
of the set.
If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is
continuous or frequent while the TV is operating,
unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service
technician. It is normal for some TV sets to make
occasional snapping or popping sounds,
particularly when being turned on or off.
Installation
Always use two or more people to lift or move the set. The set is
heavy and the bottom surface is flat. Serious injury can result from
trying to move the set by yourself alone, or from unsteady
handling. Install the set on a stable, level surface.
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near
water — for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, table or shelf. The set may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and
serious damage to the set. Use only a cart or stand
recommended by the manufacturer for the
specific model of TV. Any mounting of the
product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An
appliance and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
Disconnect all cables and cords from the set before attempting to
move the set.
Do not allow children or pets to climb up onto, or push against, the
set. The set may fall, causing serious injury.
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Ventilation
Lightning
The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the
back or bottom are provided for necessary
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set,
and to protect it from overheating, these slots and
openings must never be blocked or covered.
For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna.
This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and
power line surges.
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Never cover the slots and openings with a
cloth or other materials.
Service
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Never block the slots and openings by
placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface.
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Never place the set in a confined space, such
as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless
proper ventilation is provided.
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Do not place the set near or over a radiator
or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
Power Cord Protection
Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the
power cord, and do not place the set where the
power cord is subject to wear or abuse.
Antennas
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An
outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or
where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
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When the power cord or plug
is damaged or frayed.
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If liquid has been spilled into
the set or objects have fallen into the
product.
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If the set has been exposed to rain or
water.
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If the set has been subject to excessive
shock by being dropped, or the cabinet
has been damaged.
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If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
specified in the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal
operation.
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When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance, it
indicates a need for service.
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM,
EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM
CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS
CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and
Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provide
information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
Antenna Grounding According to the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
Antenna lead-in wire
Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
NEC: National Electrical Code
Do not attempt to service the set yourself since
opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician certifies in writing that he has
used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer that have the same characteristics as
the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
Ground clamp
Electric service
equipment
Servicing
Grounding conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground clamps
Power service grounding electrode
system (NEC Art 250 Part H)
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to
determine that the set is in safe operating
condition, and to so certify. When the set reaches
the end of its useful life, improper disposal could
result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualified
service technician to dispose of the set.
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Contents
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega
Overview .......................................................................................................9
Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega ............................................................... 9
Package Contents.............................................................................. 9
Features ............................................................................................ 9
Setting Up the TV
Overview .....................................................................................................11
About the AC Power Cord...............................................................11
TV Controls and Connectors.......................................................................12
Front Panel .....................................................................................12
Rear Panel .......................................................................................14
Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna.................................16
Cable or Antenna Only ....................................................................17
Cable and Antenna Only .................................................................18
Cable Box and Cable Only ...............................................................20
Cable Box Only................................................................................22
Connecting Optional Equipment ...............................................................23
About Using S VIDEO ......................................................................23
VCR and Cable ................................................................................24
VCR and Cable Box .........................................................................26
Two VCRs for Tape Editing ..............................................................28
Satellite Receiver..............................................................................30
Satellite Receiver and VCR ...............................................................32
DVD Player with Component Video Connectors...............................34
DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors .............................36
DVI-Equipped Device .......................................................................37
Camcorder ......................................................................................38
Audio Receiver ................................................................................39
Using the CONTROL S Feature ...................................................................40
Setting Up the Channel List .......................................................................41
Using Auto Program ........................................................................41
Using the Remote Control
Overview .....................................................................................................43
Inserting Batteries.......................................................................................43
Button Descriptions ....................................................................................44
Outside Panel ..................................................................................44
Inside Panel .....................................................................................46
Programming the Remote Control ............................................................47
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Using the Features
Using the Memory Stick Viewer
About Memory Stick ...................................................................................61
Features ..........................................................................................61
Memory Stick Compatibility .............................................................62
File Compatibility .............................................................................62
Trademark Information ....................................................................62
Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick ..................................................63
Inserting a Memory Stick .................................................................63
Inserting the Memory Stick Duo.......................................................64
Removing a Memory Stick ...............................................................65
Using the Memory Stick Index ...................................................................66
Using the Memory Stick Index .........................................................67
Viewing Photos ...........................................................................................68
Photo Controls ................................................................................68
Photo Menu Bar Options .................................................................69
Using Zoom and Pan .......................................................................70
Using Rotate....................................................................................70
Playing Movies ............................................................................................71
Movie Controls................................................................................71
Movie Menu Bar Options.................................................................72
Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options ....................................................73
Slide Show Menu Options ...............................................................73
Folder Menu Options .......................................................................74
Memory Stick Menu ........................................................................74
Notes on Using Memory Stick Media ........................................................75
About DCF File Names .....................................................................75
Memory Stick Precautions................................................................76
Other Info
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
Welcome
Overview .....................................................................................................49
Watching TV ................................................................................................50
Using the Scrolling Index ...........................................................................51
Factors Affecting Scrolling Index ......................................................51
Using Wide Mode .......................................................................................52
Using Twin View .........................................................................................53
Displaying Twin Pictures ..................................................................53
Factors Affecting Twin View ............................................................53
Activating the Picture ......................................................................54
Changing the Picture Size ................................................................55
Using Favorite Channels .............................................................................56
Creating a List of Favorite Channels .................................................56
Displaying a List of Favorite Channels ..............................................56
Using the Freeze Function ..........................................................................57
Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control ...........................58
All Equipment..................................................................................58
Operating a VCR .............................................................................58
Operating a Satellite Receiver ..........................................................58
Operating a Cable Box.....................................................................59
Operating a DVD Player ...................................................................59
Operating an MDP (Laserdisc Player) ................................................59
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Using the Menus
Welcome
Overview .....................................................................................................77
Navigating Through Menus .......................................................................77
Using the Video Menu ................................................................................78
Using the Audio Menu ...............................................................................80
Using the Screen Menu ..............................................................................82
Using the Channel Menu ............................................................................84
Using the Parent Menu...............................................................................86
Using the Setup Menu ................................................................................89
Other Information
SETUP
SETUP
Overview .....................................................................................................93
Glossary .......................................................................................................94
Contacting Sony ..........................................................................................95
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................95
Twin View ......................................................................................95
Remote Control ...............................................................................96
Channels .........................................................................................96
Memory Stick ..................................................................................97
Video ..............................................................................................99
Audio ..............................................................................................99
General ......................................................................................... 100
Specifications ............................................................................................101
Optional Accessories................................................................................. 101
Index .......................................................................................................... 103
SETUP
SETUP
Other Info
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Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega
Overview
This chapter describes the contents of the package in which the TV is
shipped and provides an overview of the features of your Wega TV.
Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega
The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is characterized by
outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-tocorner detail.
You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost
immediately. The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare
from the flat picture tube. This flat-screen technology improves
picture detail without distortion, unlike conventional curved screens.
The FD Trinitron delivers outstanding image detail not only at the
screen center, but also at the corners — so you can enjoy a bright,
clear picture from any location in a room.
Package Contents
Along with your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains a remote
control and two AA (R6) batteries. These items are all you need to set
up and use the TV.
Features
Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:
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Wide Screen Mode: Watch conventional 4:3 aspect ratio
broadcasts in wide screen (16:9) mode.
Super Fine Pitch CRT: Created especially for displaying high
resolution pictures, the new Super Fine Pitch CRT — along with a
new electron gun and high intensity luminescent phosphor —
improves image resolution, providing the highest picture quality
reproduction from corner to corner.
DRC® (Digital Reality Creation) Multifunction V1: Unlike
conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature
replaces the signal’s NTSC waveform with the near-HD
equivalent, while doubling the number of vertical and horizontal
lines. This results in four times the density for quality sources,
such as DVD, satellite, and digital camcorders. The Video Menu
allows you to select interlaced, progressive, or CineMotion™
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Scrolling Index: Lets you select programs from a series of
preview windows that scroll along the right side of the screen.
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Twin View™: Using the Multi-Image Driver (MIDX), Twin View
allows you to watch two programs side by side, with the ability
to zoom in one picture. You can watch pictures from two different
sources (1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i) simultaneously. (Only the
left Twin View window can display 1080i, 720p, and 480p
sources.)
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Favorite Channels: Allows you to preview and select from eight
of your favorite channels.
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ClearEdge VM™ Velocity Modulation: Sharpens picture
definition by enhancing vertical lines.
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Steady Sound®: Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent
output between programs and commercials.
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Memory Stick® Viewer: Lets you watch digital photo (JPEG) and
movie (MPEG1) files that are stored on Memory Stick media.
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Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD
(480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (HD1080i, 720p) connections.
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HD Detailer™: Wideband video amplifier has a high bandwidth
frequency rating, which allows it to send more video information
to the screen, resulting in finer picture quality, especially for HD
sources.
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CineMotion™: Reverse 3-2 pulldown processing provides
optimal picture quality for film-based sources (media originally
shot in 24 frames-per-second format).
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Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block
unsuitable programming from younger viewers.
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Digital Visual Interface (DVI): Can accommodate a copyprotected digital connection (HDCP*) to other devices (such as
digital set-top boxes) that have compatible interfaces. The DVIHDTV input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard
and is not intended for use with personal computers.
SETUP
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*High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
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Introducing
z 16:9 is also referred to as
widescreen format.
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
Welcome
output. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of
detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity) to create up to three
custom palettes.
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Setting Up the TV
Overview
This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV.
Topic
Page(s)
TV Controls and Connectors
12-15
Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna
16-22
Connecting Optional Equipment
VCR and Cable
VCR and Cable Box
Two VCRs for Tape Editing
Satellite Receiver
Satellite Receiver and VCR
DVD Player with Component Video Connectors
DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors
DVI-Equipped Device
Camcorder
Audio Receiver
About the AC
Power Cord
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
37
38
39
Using the CONTROL S Feature
40
Setting Up the Channel List
41
The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with a hook. Use
caution when removing the AC plug from its holder. Gently slide the
plug upward to remove it from the hook. Once removed, the AC
power plug should automatically disengage from its stored location.
✍ Do not plug in the AC power cord until you have made all other
connections.
You can detach
the cord from
this hook
AC power cord
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SETUP
TV Controls and Connectors
Front Panel
1
2
3
4
56
7 8 9
+
CHANNEL
VOLUME
TV/VIDEO
Setup
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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VIDEO
L(MONO) – AUDIO – R
qa
qs
qd qf
TIMER STAND BY
VIDEO 2 INPUT
S VIDEO
q;
MENU
_
qg
POWER
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Item
Description
S VIDEO
VIDEO 2 INPUT
Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder or other video
equipment that has S VIDEO. Provides better picture quality than composite
video (2).
2
VIDEO/L(MONO)-AUDIO-R
VIDEO 2 INPUT
Connects to the composite A/V output jacks on your camcorder or other
video equipment.
3
MENU
Press to display the Menu. Press again to exit from the Menu. For details, see
“Using the Menus” on page 77.
4
Vv B b
Press Vv B b to move the TV’s on-screen cursor.
Press to select an item in the TV’s menu.
6
Press to display the Memory Stick Menu. For details, see “Using the Memory
Stick Viewer” on page 61.
7
TV/VIDEO
Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV’s
video inputs.
8
-VOLUME +
Press to adjust the volume.
9
-CHANNEL+
Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through channels, press and
hold down either CHANNEL button.
Memory Stick LED
When lit, indicates that the Memory Stick is being read. (Do not remove the
Memory Stick when the indicator is lit.)
qs
TIMER LED
When lit, indicates one of the timers is set. When the timer is set, this LED
will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For details, see page 91.
qd
STAND BY LED
Blinks when the TV is turned on, then shuts off when the picture is displayed.
If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the TV needs service (see
“Contacting Sony” on page 95).
qf
Infrared Receiver (IR)
Receives IR signals from the TV’s remote control.
qg
POWER
Press to turn on and off the TV.
SETUP
qa
SETUP
Memory Stick insertion slot. For details, see “Inserting and Removing a
Memory Stick” on page 63.
0
Setup
5
SETUP
1
SETUP
SETUP
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SETUP
Rear Panel
1
6
Setup
7
2
8
3
9
SETUP
q;
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
4
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1 DVI-HDTV
VIDEO
AUDIO R/L
(VIDEO 7 IN)
Can accommodate a copy-protected digital connection (HDCP*) to other devices
(such as digital set-top boxes) that have compatible interfaces. The DVI-HDTV
input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is not intended for use
with personal computers. See the instruction manual that came with your
equipment for details about connecting and using it with the TV.
2 S VIDEO IN 1/3
Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has
S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than either composite video (3)
or VHF/UHF (9) connections.
3 VIDEO IN 1/3/4
VIDEO/L(MONO)
-AUDIO-R
Connect to the composite A/V output jacks on your VCR or other video
component. A fourth component A/V input jack (VIDEO 2) is located on the front
panel of the TV. This video connection provides better picture quality than the
VHF/UHF (9) connection.
4 MONITOR OUT
Lets you record the program you are watching to a VCR. When two VCRs are
connected, you can use the TV as a monitor for tape-to-tape editing (not available
with 480p, 720p, or 1080i when the input is set to VIDEO 5 or 6).
5 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX)
L (MONO)/R
Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment.
You can use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.
Auxiliary RF input that connects to your antenna, CATV cable, or cable box output
jack. This is convenient if you are using two VHF/UHF sources (antenna, CATV
cable, or cable box). For details, see pages 18 to 21.
8 TO CONVERTER
Connects to your cable box input jack. This VHF/UHF output jack lets you set up
your TV to switch between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and
unscrambled cable channels. Use this jack instead of a splitter to get better picture
quality when you need to switch between scrambled and unscrambled cable
channels. For details, see pages 20 to 21.
9 VHF/UHF
Primary RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable.
0 CONTROL S
IN/OUT
Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony
infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function.
SETUP
7 AUX
SETUP
6 HD/DVD IN 5/6
Connect to your DVD player’s or digital set-top box’s component video (Y, PB, PR)
(1080i/720p/480p/480i) and audio (L/R) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than 2,
3, or 9).
Setup
Description
SETUP
Jack
* High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
SETUP
SETUP
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Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna
SETUP
The way in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on
how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and
whether or not you plan to connect a VCR.
If You Are Connecting
See Page
Cable or Antenna Only
17
❏
No cable box or VCR
Cable and Antenna Only
❏
Setup
Cable Box and Cable Only
❏
❏
20
Cable box unscrambles only some
channels (usually premium channels)
No VCR
Cable Box Only
❏
❏
18
No cable box or VCR
22
Cable box unscrambles all channels
No VCR
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
If you are connecting a VCR
❑ See the connections described on pages 24 and 26.
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For best results, use one of the following connections if you are connecting a
cable or an antenna and you:
❑ Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels. (If you have a
cable box, see pages 20-22.)
❑
Do not intend to connect a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 24
and 26.)
SETUP
Cable or Antenna
Only
The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in
your home, as described below.
Cable Type
Connect As Shown
VHF Only or
combined
VHF/UHF or
Cable
75-ohm
coaxial
cable
Setup
75-ohm coaxial cable (usually found in newer homes)
TV
VHF/UHF
SETUP
300-ohm twin lead cable (usually found in older homes)
Cable Type
VHF Only or
UHF Only or
combined
VHF/UHF
Connect As Shown
300-ohm twin
lead cable
TV
VHF/UHF
SETUP
Antenna connector
(not supplied)
75-ohm coaxial and 300-ohm twin lead cable (found in some homes)
Cable Type
VHF and UHF
Connect As Shown
75-ohm
coaxial cable
SETUP
TV
VHF/UHF
U/V mixer
(not supplied)
300-ohm twin
lead cable
SETUP
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SETUP
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Cable and Antenna
Only
For best results, use this connection if you:
❑ Have a cable and an antenna.
(This is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to
receive additional channels that are not provided by your cable
company.)
❑
Do not have a cable box or VCR. (If you have a cable box, see
pages 20 to 22. If you have a VCR, see pages 24 and 26.)
Cable Type
Setup
Cable TV (CATV)
and Antenna
Connect As Shown
CATV cable
TV
AUX
(No connection to
TO CONVERTER)
SETUP
Antenna cable
TO
CONVERTER
VHF/UHF
About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
With this connection, you cannot view CATV channels in the right dual picture window.
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Notes on Using This Connection
Do This ...
Switch the TV’s input
between the cable and
antenna
Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV’s VHF/UHF and AUX
inputs.
Receive channels using an
antenna, instead of the cable
1
2
3
Press ANT to switch to the AUX input.
Set the Cable option to Off. For details, see “Selecting Channel Options”
on page 84.
Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Using Auto Program”
on page 41.
SETUP
To Do This ...
Setup
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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Cable Box and
Cable Only
✍ DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS: Do not use this connection. The TO CONVERTER
jack is not compatible with digital cable boxes.
For best results, use this connection if:
❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium
channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not
scramble all channels.
Setup
❑
You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 24 and 26.)
With this connection you can:
❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through
the cable box to the TV’s AUX input jack. (You must first program
the remote control for your specific cable box; see “Programming
the Remote Control” on page 47.)
SETUP
❑
Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly
into the TV’s VHF/UHF input. (The TV’s tuner provides a better
signal than the cable box.)
About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features
With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features for unscrambled channels
coming directly into the TV’s VHF/UHF input jack.
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
However, you can use only some of the dual picture features for channels coming
through the cable box to the TV’s AUX input jack. For example, when you switch the TV’s
input to AUX — to select the cable box input — the picture displays only in the left
window. For example, if you turn on Twin View, you can watch cable channels coming
into the VHF/UHF jack in the right window, but you cannot swap the pictures between
the left and right windows.
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To connect the cable box and cable
1 Connect the cable from your cable company to the TV’s
2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the TV’s TO CONVERTER jack to
the cable box’s input jack. (The TV’s internal converter lets you
switch between unscrambled signals coming straight into the TV
and scrambled signals coming in through the cable box,
eliminating the need for an external splitter.)
SETUP
VHF/UHF jack.
3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the
TV’s AUX jack.
Setup
4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the
Channel List” on page 41.
Cable box
IN
OUT
Coaxial cable
TV
AUX
3
2
SETUP
If you have a digital cable
box, you cannot use this
connection because the
TO CONVERTER jack is not
compatible with digital
cable boxes.
TO
CONVERTER
Coaxial cable
1
Cable (unscrambled channels) VHF/UHF
Notes on Using This Connection
Do This ...
Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4)
and then use the cable box to switch channels.
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the cable box
Program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on
pages 47-48.
SETUP
To Do This ...
Use the cable box
Activate the remote control to Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.
operate the cable box
When using the cable box, you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable
box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4). You can use the TV’s Channel Fix
feature to lock in a specific channel. For details, see “Using the Channel
Menu” on page 84.
Switch the TV’s input
between the cable box and
cable
Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV’s VHF/UHF
(unscrambled channels) and AUX (scrambled) inputs.
SETUP
Prevent the accidental
switching of TV channels
SETUP
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SETUP
Cable Box Only
For best results, use this connection if:
❑ Your cable company scrambles all channels, which requires you
to use a cable box.
❑
You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 24 and 26.)
With this connection you can:
❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through
Setup
the cable box to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (You must first
program the remote control for your specific cable box.)
About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features
With this connection, all channels come into the TV through your cable box and only one
unscrambled signal is sent to the TV, so you cannot use the dual picture features.. If
some of your channels are scrambled, but others are not, consider using the “Cable Box
and Cable” connection on page 20 instead.
To connect the cable box
SETUP
1 Connect the CATV cable to the cable box’s input jack.
2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the
TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
CATV
cable
Coaxial cable
1
2
SETUP
IN
TV
VHF/UHF
OUT
Cable box
SETUP
Notes on Using This Connection
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Use the cable box
Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4)
and then use the cable box to switch channels.
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the cable box
Program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on
pages 47-48.
Activate the remote control to Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.
operate the cable box
SETUP
Prevent the accidental
switching of TV channels
22
When using the cable box, you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable
box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4). You can use the TV’s Channel Fix
feature to lock in a specific channel. For details, see “Using the Channel
Menu” on page 84.
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Connecting Optional Equipment
If You Are Connecting
See Page
VCR and Cable
24
VCR and Cable Box
26
Two VCRs for Tape Editing
28
Satellite Receiver
30
32
DVD Player with Component Video
Connectors
34
DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio
Connectors
36
DVI-Equipped Device
37
Camcorder
38
Audio Receiver
39
Setup
Satellite Receiver and VCR
If the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO
jack (shown at left), you can use an S VIDEO cable for
improved picture quality (compared to an A/V cable).
Because S VIDEO carries only the video signal, you also need
to connect audio cables for sound, as shown below.
SETUP
About Using
S VIDEO
SETUP
Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional
equipment:
SETUP
Example of an S VIDEO Connection
TV
S VIDEO
cable
SETUP
Equipment with S VIDEO
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
SETUP
Audio cable
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SETUP
VCR and Cable
For best results, use this connection if:
❑ Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box.
About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features
With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features.
To connect the VCR and cable
Setup
Using
S VIDEO jacks?
See page 23.
1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF input jack.
2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR’s VHF/UHF output jack
to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
3 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the
TV’s A/V input jacks.
4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the
Channel List” on page 41.
TV
SETUP
Coaxial cable
VCR
SETUP
CATV cable
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
SETUP
SETUP
A/V cable
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Notes on Using This Connection
Do This ...
Watch the VCR
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the
illustration).
Watch cable channels
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input (VHF/UHF in the
illustration).
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the VCR
If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See
“Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.
Activate the TV remote
control to operate the VCR
Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch
to the position you programmed for the VCR.
Control VCR functions with
the TV remote control
See “Operating a VCR” on page 58.
SETUP
To Do This ...
Setup
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
Label video inputs to easily
identify equipment connected
to the TV
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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SETUP
VCR and Cable Box
For best results, use this connection if:
❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium
channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not
scramble all channels.
About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features
With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features.
Setup
With this connection you can:
❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through
SETUP
the cable box. (You must first program the remote control for
your specific cable box; see “Programming the Remote Control”
on page 47.)
❑
Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly
into the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (The TV’s tuner provides a better
signal than the cable box.)
❑
Record channels coming through the cable box and channels
coming directly into the TV.
To connect a VCR and cable box, you need:
❑ A splitter, which is a small, inexpensive device that you can
purchase at your local electronics store.
✍ DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS: If you are connecting a digital cable
SETUP
box, you will need a special bi-directional splitter that is designed
to work with your digital cable box. Contact your cable provider for
details.
❑
Three coaxial cables.
❑
One A/V cable or one S VIDEO cable with audio cables.
To connect the VCR and cable box
SETUP
1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter.
2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter’s two output
jacks to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter’s other output jack to
the cable box’s input jack.
4 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the
SETUP
Using
S VIDEO jacks?
See page 23.
VCR’s RF input jack.
5 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the
TV’s A/V input jacks.
6 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the
Channel List” on page 41.
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TV
SETUP
Splitter
(not supplied)
Coaxial
cable
CATV
cable
Setup
Cable box
If you are connecting a
digital cable box, you will
need a special
bi-directional splitter
designed to work with
your cable box.
Coaxial
cable
VCR
SETUP
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
A/V cable
Notes on Using This Connection
Watch cable (unscrambled)
channels
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input (UHF/VHF in the
illustration).
Watch cable box (scrambled)
channels
Turn on the VCR and tune it to the channel the cable box is set to (usually
channel 3 or 4). Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1
in the illustration). Use the cable box to change channels.
Watch the VCR
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the
illustration).
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the cable box or
VCR
If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See
“Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.
Activate the remote control to For the cable box, press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION. For the VCR, open the outside
operate the cable box or VCR cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position
you programmed for the VCR.
SETUP
Do This ...
SETUP
To Do This ...
Control specific cable box and See “Operating a Cable Box” on page 59 and “Operating a VCR” on page 58.
VCR functions with the TV
remote control
SETUP
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
Label video inputs to easily
identify equipment connected
to the TV
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Two VCRs for Tape
Editing
Using
S VIDEO jacks?
See page 23.
Connecting two VCRs lets you record from one VCR to the other. By
connecting them as shown below, you can view (monitor) what is
being recorded.
To connect two VCRs for tape editing
1 Use an A/V cable to connect the playback VCR’s A/V output
jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks.
2 Use an A/V cable to connect the recording VCR’s A/V input
Setup
jacks to the TV’s MONITOR OUT jacks.
TV
SETUP
Playback VCR
Recording VCR
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
A/V cable
28
A/V cable
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
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Notes on Using This Connection
Do This ...
View (monitor) what is being
recorded
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the
illustration above).
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the VCR(s)
If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See
“Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.
Activate the TV remote
control to operate the VCR(s)
Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch
to the position you programmed for the VCR.
Control VCR functions with
the TV remote control
See “Operating a VCR” on page 58.
SETUP
To Do This ...
Setup
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
Label video inputs to easily
identify equipment connected
to the TV
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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Satellite Receiver
To connect a satellite receiver
SETUP
1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s
Using
S VIDEO jacks?
See page 23.
satellite input jack.
2 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver’s A/V output
jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks.
3 Connect a CATV cable from your cable or antenna to the TV’s
VHF/UHF jack.
Channel List” on page 41.
TV
SETUP
Setup
4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the
CATV cable
SETUP
Satellite receiver
Satellite antenna
cable
A/V cable
SETUP
SETUP
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
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Notes on Using This Connection
Do This ...
Watch the satellite receiver
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the satellite receiver input
(VIDEO 1 in the illustration).
Set up the TV remote control to operate the
satellite receiver
If you have a non-Sony satellite receiver, you must program
the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control”
on pages 47-48.
Activate the TV remote control to operate
the satellite receiver
Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.
Label video inputs to easily identify
equipment connected to the TV
Setup
Control satellite receiver functions with the See “Operating a Satellite Receiver” on page 58.
TV remote control
SETUP
To Do This ...
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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Satellite Receiver
and VCR
To connect a satellite receiver and VCR
1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s
satellite input jack.
Using
S VIDEO jacks?
See page 23.
2 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF input jack.
3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR’s VHF/UHF output jack
to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
4 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver’s A/V output
jacks to the VCR’s A/V input jacks.
Setup
5 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the
TV’s A/V input jacks.
6 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the
Channel List” on page 41.
Satellite antenna
cable
CATV
cable
SETUP
TV
Satellite receiver
SETUP
A/V cable
VCR
SETUP
Coaxial
cable
A/V cable
SETUP
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
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Notes on Using This Connection
Do This ...
Watch the satellite receiver
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the
illustration).
SETUP
To Do This ...
The VCR must be turned on and set to the satellite receiver’s line input.
Watch the VCR
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the input to which the VCR is connected
(VIDEO 1 in the illustration).
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the satellite
receiver or VCR
If you have a non-Sony VCR or satellite receiver, you must program the
remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.
Control satellite receiver and
VCR functions with the TV
remote control
Setup
For the satellite receiver, press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION. For the VCR, open the
Activate the TV remote
control to operate the satellite outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch to the
position you programmed for the VCR.
receiver or VCR
See “Operating a Satellite Receiver” on page 58 and “Operating a VCR” on
page 58.
SETUP
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
Label video inputs to easily
identify equipment connected
to the TV
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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DVD Player with
Component
Video Connectors
For best results, use this connection if your DVD player has
component video (Y, PB, PR) jacks.
To connect a DVD player with component video connectors
1 Use three separate component video cables to connect the
DVD player’s Y, PB and P R jacks to the Y, PB and PR jacks
(VIDEO 5) on the TV.
✍ The Y, PB and PR jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y,
Setup
CB and CR, or Y, B-Y and R-Y. If so, connect the cables to like colors.
2 Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player’s audio output
jacks to the TV’s VIDEO 5 audio input jacks.
TV
DVD player
SETUP
SETUP
Component video cables
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
SETUP
SETUP
Audio cable
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Notes on Using This Connection
Watch the DVD player
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 5 in the
illustration).
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the DVD player
If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control.
See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.
Activate the TV remote
control to operate the DVD
player
Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch
to the position you programmed for the DVD player.
Control DVD functions with
the TV remote control
See “Operating a DVD Player” on page 59.
Setup
Do This ...
SETUP
To Do This ...
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
Label video inputs to easily
identify equipment connected
to the TV
✍ You cannot record the signal from any equipment connected into the Y, PB,
PR jacks.
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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DVD Player with
S VIDEO and Audio
Connectors
Use this connection if your DVD player does not have component
video (Y, PB, PR) jacks.
To connect a DVD player with A/V connectors
1 Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player’s audio output
jacks to the TV’s audio input jacks.
2 Use an S VIDEO cable to connect the DVD player’s S VIDEO jack
Setup
to the TV’s S VIDEO jack.
TV
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
S VIDEO
cable
SETUP
DVD player
SETUP
Audio cable
SETUP
SETUP
Notes on Using This Connection
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Watch the DVD player
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 1 in the
illustration).
Set up the TV remote control
to operate the DVD player
If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control.
See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.
Activate the TV remote
control to operate the DVD
player
Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch
to the position you programmed for the DVD player.
Control DVD functions with
the TV remote control
See “Operating a DVD Player” on page 59.
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
Label video inputs to easily
identify equipment connected
to the TV
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If you have a device, such as an HDTV receiver, that has a DVI-HDTV
OUT jack, use the following connection.
To connect a device that has DVI-HDTV OUT:
1 Use the DVI cable that came with your device to connect the
SETUP
DVI-Equipped
Device
device’s DVI-HDTV OUT jack to the TV’s DVI-HDTV IN jack.
2 Use an audio cable to connect the device’s audio output jacks to
the TV’s DVI-HDTV IN jack audio input jacks.
Setup
TV
DVI cable
A/V cable
SETUP
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HDTV Receiver
SETUP
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SETUP
Camcorder
For easy connection of a camcorder, the TV has front A/V input jacks.
If you prefer, however, you can connect the camcorder to the TV’s
rear A/V input jacks.
Using
S VIDEO jacks?
See page 23.
To connect a camcorder
1 Use A/V cables to connect the camcorder’s A/V output jacks to
the TV’s A/V input jacks.
Setup
TV
VIDEO 2 INPUT
S VIDEO
VIDEO
L(MONO) – AUDIO – R
SETUP
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white, etc.
SETUP
A/V cable
Camcorder
To A/V output
SETUP
If you have a mono camcorder, connect its audio output jack to the
TV’s L MONO audio jack.
Notes on Using This Connection
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Watch the camcorder
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the camcorder input (VIDEO 2 in the
illustration).
SETUP
See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.
Label video inputs to easily
identify equipment connected
to the TV
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Audio Receiver
To connect an audio system
1 Use an audio cable to connect the TV’s audio output jacks to the
SETUP
For improved sound quality, you may want to play the TV’s audio
through your stereo system.
audio receiver’s line input jacks.
TV
Setup
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Audio cable
Receiver
To line input
Cables are often
color-coded to connectors.
Connect red to red,
white to white.
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2 Using the TV’s Audio Menu, set the Speaker option to Off. Then set
3 Turn on the audio receiver, and then set the receiver’s line input
to the jack into which you connected the TV.
SETUP
the Audio Out option to Fixed or Variable, depending on how you want
to control the volume. For details, see “Using the Audio Menu”
on page 80.
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Using the CONTROL S Feature
SETUP
CONTROL S allows you to control your system and other Sony
equipment with one remote control. In addition to allowing you to
control multiple devices with one remote control, the CONTROL S
feature allows you to always point your remote control at your TV,
instead of having to point it at the other equipment, which might be
hidden or out of direct line of sight.
Use CONTROL S IN to send signals to the TV.
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
Setup
Use CONTROL S OUT to send signals to connected equipment.
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Setting Up the Channel List
Using Auto
Program
SETUP
After you finish connecting your TV, you need to run Auto Setup to
set up your channels. The Auto Program screens appear when you
turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up.
To run Auto Program the first time you turn on your TV
1 Press POWER to turn on the TV.
The Initial Setup screen appears.
the desired language, then press
to select that language.
3 The next screen instructs you to connect your cable/antenna.
z To exit the Tilt Correction
and Vertical Correction screens,
press the MENU button.
Check that you’ve connected your signal source as described on
pages 16 to 22.
To start Auto Program, move the joystick to highlight Yes and then
press
.
Auto Program automatically creates a list of receivable channels.
When Auto Program is finished, the Tilt Correction screen
appears.
SETUP
z For more details on using
Auto Program, see page 84.
For more details on using Tilt
Correction and Vertical
Correction, see pages 89-90.
Setup
2 Using the joystick on the remote control, move the highlight to
4 Move the joystick B b to correct any tilt of the picture. You can
choose a correction between +7 and -7.
When finished, press
. The Vertical Correction screen appears.
You can choose a correction between +5 and -5. When finished,
press
.
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5 Move the joystick V v to make a vertical correction to the picture.
The lowest numbered channel is displayed.
To reset the TV to factory settings
on.)
SETUP
1 Press POWER to turn on the TV.
2 Hold down RESET on the remote control.
3 Press TV POWER on the TV. (The TV will turn itself off, then back
4 Release RESET.
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Using the Remote Control
Overview
This chapter describes how to set up, program, and use the TV’s
remote control.
Topic
Page
Inserting Batteries
43
Button Descriptions
Outside Panel
Inside Panel
44
46
Programming the Remote Control
47
Inserting Batteries
1 Remove the battery cover from the remote control.
2 Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the e
and E terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
3 Replace the battery cover.
1
2
✍ Remove the batteries to avoid damage from possible battery leakage
whenever you anticipate that the remote control will not be used for an
extended period. Handle the remote control with care. Avoid dropping it,
getting it wet, placing it in direct sunlight, near a heater, or where the
humidity is high.
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Button Descriptions
Outside Panel
MUTING
SETUP
1
2
3
4
5
SLEEP SAT/CABLE POWER
SAT/CABLE
FUNCTION
TV/VIDEO
ANT
qh
Button
Description
1 MUTING
Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL+ to
restore the sound.
2 SLEEP
Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in
minutes (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90) that you want the TV to
remain on before shutting off automatically. To cancel
press until Sleep Off appears. While the Sleep feature is
set, press once to display the remaining time.
3 FUNCTION
Buttons
The indicator lights up momentarily when pressed to
show which equipment the remote control is
operating:
TV
PIC MODE
qj
qk
JUMP
SAT/CABLE: Press to have the remote control operate the
satellite receiver or cable box.
ENTER
Remote Control
6
7
WIDE M
INDEX
EW
4 TV/VIDEO
Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment
connected to the TV’s video inputs.
5 ANT
Press to switch between the sources connected to the
TV’s VHF/UHF and AUX inputs.
6 JUMP
Press to jump back and forth between two channels.
The TV alternates between the current channel and the
last channel that was selected.
7 INDEX
Press to display the Scrolling Index. For details, see
page 51.
8 WIDE MODE
Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode
settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. Also available in
the Screen menu. For details, see page 82.
9 MENU
Press to display the Menu. Press again to exit from the
Menu. For details, see “Using the Menus” on page 77.
0 VOL +/-
Press to adjust the volume.
qa
Move the joystick Vv B b to move the on-screen
cursor. To select an item, press the center of the
joystick ( ).
qs DRC MODE
Press repeatedly to cycle through the available highresolution picture modes: Interlaced, Progressive,
CineMotion. Also available in the Video Menu. For
details, see “Selecting Video Options” on pages 78-79.
qd RESET
Press to reset the settings to the factory defaults. See
pages 78 and 80. Also used to clear Favorite Channels
(see page 56).
qf FAVORITES
Press to display the Favorite Channels list. For details,
see page 56.
MENU
CH
VOL
q;
qs
qd
qf
qg
TV: Press to have the remote control operate the TV.
TWIN VI
ql
9
qa
SETUP
ODE
8
w;
ME
M O RY S T I C K
DRC MODE
wa
PALETTE
ws
RESET
DRC
FAVORITES GUIDE
CODE SET
TV
DISPLAY
wd
wf
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Description
qg CODE SET
Press to program the remote control to operate nonSony video equipment. For details, see “Programming
the Remote Control” on page 47.
qh POWER
Buttons
SAT/CABLE: Press to turn on and off the satellite receiver
or cable box.
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Button
TV: Press to turn on and off the TV.
qk 0 - 9
ENTER
Press 0 - 9 to select a channel; the channel changes after
3 seconds. Press ENTER to change channels
immediately.
ql TWIN VIEW
Press to turn on and off Twin View. For details, see
pages 53-55.
w; CH +/-
Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly
through channels, press and hold down either CH
button.
wa MEMORY STICK Press to display the Memory Stick Menu. For details,
see “Using the Memory Stick Viewer” on page 61.
Press repeatedly to cycle through the three Custom
DRC Palette options. Also available in the Video
Menu. For details, see.“Using the Video Menu” on
page 78-79.
wd DISPLAY
Press once to display the current channel number,
current time, and channel label (if set). Press again to
turn Display off.
wf GUIDE
Press to display the program guide of your satellite
program provider.
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ws PALETTE
Remote Control
Press repeatedly to cycle through the available video
picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, Pro. Also available
in the Video Menu. For details, see “Selecting Video
Options” on pages 78-79.
SETUP
qj PIC MODE
SETUP
SETUP
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Inside Panel
To access the inside panel, open the outside cover as shown.
SETUP
✍ Opening the outside cover automatically switches the remote control to
operate your VCR or DVD player, depending on the position of the A/V slide
switch. For details, see page 47.
UTING SLEEP
MUTING
SAT/CABLE
SLEEP SAT/CABLE POWER
POWER
SAT/CABLE FUNCTION
SYSTEM
TV
OFF
TV/VIDEO
ANT
PIC MODE
FREEZE
SELECT
DISC
MENU
JUMP
TWIN
SETUP
CH
ME
Press to turn off all Sony brand audio/video equipment
at once. (May not function with older Sony equipment.)
m Rewind
N Play
z Record (press together with N)
x Stop
M Fast forward
X Pause
Press to freeze the picture. Press again to restore the
picture. For details, see page 57.
Press Vv B b to move the VCR or DVD player’s onscreen cursor.
Press to display the DVD Menu.
Press to change to the VHF/UHF output of the VCR.
Press to turn on and off the VCR or DVD player.
Use the A/V slide switch to control connected video
equipment. You can program one video source for each
switch position. For details, see “Programming the
Remote Control” on page 47.
Press repeatedly to step through the Audio Effect
options. Also available in the Audio Menu. For details,
see page 80.
Press to select an item in the VCR or DVD player’s
menu.
Press to display the DVD player setup menu.
wh Transport
Buttons
VIEW
MENU
VOL
DRC MODE
Description
wg SYSTEM OFF
MENU
ENTER
INDEX
WIDE MODE
Button
MORY STICK
PALETTE
RESET
FAVORITES
GUIDE
DISPLAY
CODE SET
TV
Remote Control
RM-Y188
wj FREEZE
wk Vv B b
MUTING
SLEEP SAT/CABLE POWER
TV/VCR
wg
VCR/DVD
SYSTEM
OFF
es
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wh
wj
e;
ea
wl
e;
ea
es
DISC MENU
TV/VCR
VCR/DVD
AV1/2/3/DVD
Slide Switch
FREEZE
ed
ef
SELECT
ed
wk
wl
SETUP
SETUP
WIDE M
46
MENU
DISC MENU
ODE
INDEX
TWIN VI
eg
EW
ef SELECT
eg MENU
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Programming the Remote Control
The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment.
Switch Position on
Remote Control
Programmable Code
Number
Beta, ED Beta VCRs
AV1
303
8 mm VCR
AV2
302
VHS VCR
AV3
301
DVD player
DVD
751
SETUP
If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to
control with the TV’s remote control, use the following procedure to
program the remote control.
SETUP
Sony Equipment
✍ The equipment must have infrared (IR) remote capability in order to be used
with the remote control.
z
❑
❑
DVD. Close the remote.
3 Press CODE SET.
4 Enter the three-digit manufacturer’s code number.
5 Press ENTER.
✍ You must do step 5 within 10 seconds of step 4, or you must redo
steps 3 through 5.
6 To check if the code number works, aim the TV’s remote control
at the equipment and press the POWER button that corresponds
with that equipment. If it responds, you are done. If not, try using
another code listed for that manufacturer.
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❑
2 Open the remote and set the A/V slide switch to AV1, AV2, AV3, or
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❑
If more than one code
number is listed, try
entering them one by one
until you come to the
correct code for your
equipment.
If you enter a new code
number, the code number
you previously entered at
that setting is erased.
In some cases, you may not
be able to operate your
equipment with the
supplied remote control. In
such cases, use the
equipment’s own remote
control unit.
Whenever you remove the
batteries to replace them,
the code numbers may
revert to the factory setting
and must be reset.
the three-digit code number for the manufacturer of your
equipment. (If more than one code number is listed, use the
number listed first.)
Remote Control
1 Turn to the list of “Manufacturer’s Codes” on page 48, and find
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Remote Control
SETUP
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Manufacturer’s Codes
DVD Players
VCRs
Manufacturer
Code
Manufacturer
Sony
Admiral
(M. Ward)
Aiwa
Audio
Dynamic
Broksonic
Canon
Citizen
Craig
Criterion
Curtis Mathes
Daewoo
DBX
Dimensia
Emerson
301, 302, 303
327
Orion
Panasonic
338, 344
314, 337
Pentax
Philco
Philips
Pioneer
Quasar
RCA/
PROSCAN
Fisher
Funai
General
Electric
Go Video
Goldstar
Hitachi
319, 317
309, 308
332
302, 332
315
304, 338, 309
341, 312, 309
314, 336, 337
304
319, 320, 316,
317, 318, 341
330, 335
338
329, 304, 309
322, 339, 340
332
306, 304, 305,
338
Instant Replay 309, 308
JC Penney
309, 305, 304,
330, 314, 336,
337
JVC
314, 336, 337,
345, 346, 347
Kenwood
314, 336, 332,
337
LXI (Sears)
332, 305, 330,
335, 338
Magnavox
308, 309, 310
Marantz
314, 336, 337
Marta
332
Memorex
309, 335
Minolta
305, 304
Mitsubishi/
323, 324, 325,
MGA
326
Multitech
325, 338, 321
NEC
314, 336, 337
Olympic
309, 308
Optimus
327
48
Realistic
Sansui
Samsung
Sanyo
Scott
Sharp
Signature
2000 (M.
Ward)
SV2000
Sylvania
Symphonic
Tashiro
Tatung
Teac
Technics
Toshiba
Wards
Yamaha
Zenith
Code
Manufacturer
Code
317
308, 309, 306,
307
305, 304
308, 309
308, 309, 310
308
308, 309, 306
304, 305, 308,
309, 311, 312,
313, 310, 329
309, 330, 328,
335, 324, 338
314
322, 313, 321
330, 335
312, 313, 321,
335, 323, 324,
325, 326
327, 328
338, 327
Sony
General
Electric
Hitachi
JVC
Magnavox
Mitsubishi
Oritron
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
RCA/Proscan
Samsung
Toshiba
Zenith
751
755
758
756
757
761
759
753
757
752
755
758
754
760
Cable Boxes
Manufacturer
Code
Sony
Hamlin/Regal
230
222, 223, 224,
225, 226
201, 202, 203,
204, 205, 206,
207, 208, 218
227, 228, 229
219, 220, 221
214, 215
209, 210, 211
Jerrold/G. I./
Motorola
338
308, 309, 338,
310
338
332
314, 336, 337
314, 336, 338,
337
309, 308
312, 311
327, 328, 335,
331, 332
314, 330, 336,
337
331
Laserdisc Players
Manufacturer
Code
Sony
Panasonic
Pioneer
701
704, 710
702
Oak
Panasonic
Pioneer
Scientific
Atlanta
Tocom
Zenith
216, 217
212, 213
Satellite Receivers
Manufacturer
Code
Sony
Dish Network
Echostar
General
Electric
Hitachi
Hughes
Mitsubishi
Panasonic
RCA/
PROSCAN
Toshiba
801
810
810
802
805
804
809
803
802, 808
806, 807
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Using the Features
Overview
This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV.
Topic
Page
Watching TV
50
Using the Scrolling Index
51
Using Wide Mode
52
Using Twin View
53
Using Favorite Channels
56
Using the Freeze Function
57
Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control
58
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z For a complete list of all
the functions of the remote
control, see pages 43-48.
SETUP
SETUP
Watching TV
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Activate the remote control to
operate the TV
Press TV FUNCTION
Turn on/off the TV
Press TV POWER
Tune directly to a channel
Press 0-9 and then ENTER (or wait 3
seconds) or
Press CH+/-
Adjust the volume
Press VOL +/-
Mute the sound
Press MUTING (press again to unmute)
Alternate back and forth
between two channels
Press JUMP
The TV alternates between the current
channel and the last channel tuned.
SETUP
Display the current channel
Press DISPLAY once to display the channel
number (and other information) number, current time, and channel label
(if set). Press DISPLAY again to turn Display
off.
Switch the TV’s input to the
VCR, DVD player, or other
connected equipment
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to cycle through
the video equipment connected to the
TV’s video inputs.
Press MENU to display the Menu. For
Change video and audio
details, see “Using the Menus” on
options, customize the TV’s
setup, set parental controls, and page 77.
more
SETUP
SETUP
Features
Switch the TV’s input between
sources connected to the TV’s
VHF/UHF and AUX inputs
50
Press ANT to alternate between sources
connected to the TV’s VHF/UHF and
AUX inputs.
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Using the Scrolling Index
1 Press INDEX.
SETUP
The Scrolling Index lets you select programs from a series of preview
windows that scroll along the right side of the screen.
The Scrolling Index appears, with the currently selected program
in the main (left) window, and four scrolling video pictures in the
right.
SETUP
Live preview
window
SETUP
As each picture on the right scrolls to the live preview window, it
changes briefly from a frozen video picture to a live video. The
right side continues to scroll through the entire channel list.
2 To change the direction of the scrolling, move the joystick V or v.
3 To change the speed of the scrolling, move and hold the joystick
V or v.
joystick V or v to highlight the picture, then press
.
5 To move the live video (from step 4 ) from the right to the main
(left) window of the Scrolling Index, press
again.
Features
4 To change a frozen video picture to a live video, move the
To exit the Scrolling Index
❑ Press INDEX.
SETUP
Factors Affecting Scrolling Index
❑
Scrolling Index does not function if you use a cable box to view all channels.
❑
Sources connected to the AUX, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6, and VIDEO 7 inputs display in the left
window, but not the right windows.
❑
Scrolling Index does not function if parental controls are set (see page 86).
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Using Wide Mode
SETUP
Wide Screen mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several
Wide Screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio).
✍ When viewing high-definition programs broadcast in 720p/1080i, it is not
SETUP
z You can also access the Wide
Mode settings in the Screen menu.
For details, see page 82.
Example
possible to change between Wide Screen modes.
❑
Press WIDE MODE repeatedly to toggle through the following Wide
Mode settings.
Description
Wide Zoom enlarges the center portion of the 4:3
picture proportionately; however, only the left and
right edges of the screen are stretched to fill the 16:9
screen. The picture has a normal appearance, as
much as possible.
Wide Zoom
SETUP
m
Normal returns the 4:3 picture to its original size.
Black bars are visible at left and right sides to fill the
16:9 screen.
Normal
Features
m
Full Mode stretches the entire 4:3 picture horizontally
only, to fill the 16:9 screen. The picture has an
elongated appearance.
Full
m
SETUP
Zoom Mode enlarges the entire 4:3 picture
proportionately to fill the 16:9 screen. Useful for
watching Letterbox movies.
Zoom
SETUP
When you change channels or inputs, the Wide Mode settings revert
to the 4:3 Default setting in the Screen menu. To retain the current Wide
Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed, set 4:3 Default to Off.
For details, see page 83.
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Using Twin View
1 Tune the TV to a working channel.
2 Press .
SETUP
Displaying Twin
Pictures
SETUP
Twin View lets you see two pictures from two sources — from an
antenna, VCR, DVD, etc. — on the screen at the same time. You hear
the sound from only one of the sources at a time, but you can choose
which source’s sound is selected. You can also change the relative size
of each of the pictures.
A second picture appears. The active picture is highlighted.
,
,
SETUP
To cancel Twin View and watch the active picture
or
.
❑ Press
If you use a cable box to view all channels, the same channel appears in both windows of
Twin View because the cable box unscrambles only one channel at a time.
❑
If you use a cable box, you can view the cable box output in one Twin View window and
view a different source (such as a VCR or DVD player) in the second window by using the
TV/VIDEO button. For details, see “Connecting Optional Equipment” on page 23.
❑
Sources connected to the AUX, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6, and VIDEO 7 inputs display in the left
Twin View window, but not the right.
❑
If you are viewing a 4:3 source and a 16:9 enhanced source (such as a DVD) side by side in
Twin View, the 4:3 source appears larger.
❑
Twin View does not display channels that are blocked by parental settings (see page 86).
SETUP
❑
Features
Factors Affecting Twin View
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Activating the
Picture
To activate the picture in the right
window
❑ Move the joystick b.
To activate the picture in the left
window
❑ Move the joystick B.
,
SETUP
,
SETUP
SETUP
Features
SETUP
Functions Available in the Active (Highlighted) Window
54
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Tune to a channel
Press 0-9 and then ENTER (or wait 3
seconds) or
Press CH+/-
Adjust the volume
Press VOL +/-
Mute the sound
Press MUTING (press again to unmute)
Switch the TV’s input between
sources connected to the TV’s
VHF/UHF and AUX inputs
Press ANT
Switch the TV’s input between
sources connected to the TV’s
A/V inputs
Press TV/VIDEO
Change the picture size
Move the joystick V or v. (For details, see
“Changing the Picture Size” on page 55.)
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The zoom feature lets you vary the relative size of the left and right
pictures.
SETUP
Changing the
Picture Size
1 Move the joystick B or b to activate the picture
that you want to resize.
SETUP
2 Move the joystick V to enlarge the picture.
3 Move the joystick v to make the picture
smaller.
SETUP
Features
SETUP
55
SETUP
When you adjust the picture sizes, the TV memorizes the change. The
next time you use the Twin View function, the memorized sizes
appear.
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Using Favorite Channels
SETUP
The Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of
up to eight favorite channels that you specify.
Creating a List of
Favorite Channels
1 Press MENU to display the Menu.
2 Move the joystick B or b to highlight the Channel icon and press
SETUP
.
z For details on using the
Channel Menu, see page 84.
3 Press
to select Favorite Channels.
4 Move the joystick V or v to highlight a Favorite Channel number
(1-8) and press
.
5 Move the joystick V or v to highlight a channel you want to
assign to the Favorite Channel number. A preview of the
highlighted channel appears in the upper right of the screen.
Press
to select that channel as a Favorite Channel.
6 To add more channels to your favorites list, repeat steps 4-5.
7 Press MENU to exit the Menu.
Displaying a List
of Favorite
Channels
1 Press FAVORITES. The Favorite Channels list appears.
z To assign Channel Labels
(e.g., ABC, HBO, MTV, etc.) to
channel numbers, as shown at
right, use the Channel Label
feature in the Channel Menu
(see page 85).
SETUP
Features
SETUP
To clear a Favorite Channel, move the joystick V or v to highlight
the channel you want to clear. Press
and then press RESET.
10
20
36
6
8
37
40
Exit
Favorites
ABC
HBO
MTV
FOX
CBS
COMED
9
Preview of
highlighted
Favorite
Channel
Favorite
Channels
2 Move the joystick V or v to highlight the channel you want to
watch.
A preview of the highlighted Favorite Channel appears.
SETUP
3 Press
56
to select the channel you want to watch.
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Using the Freeze Function
✍ The Freeze feature is not available while using Twin View.
SETUP
The FREEZE button (on the inside panel, see page 46) allows you to
temporarily capture a program’s picture. You can use this feature to
write down information such as phone numbers, recipes, etc.
1 When the program information you want to capture is displayed,
press FREEZE.
picture on the right, while the current program continues on the
left.
Current
program
in progress
SETUP
2 The TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the “frozen”
Frozen
picture
3 To cancel and return to normal viewing, press FREEZE (or just tune
SETUP
Call 555-1234
to another channel).
Features
SETUP
SETUP
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All Equipment
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Switch the TV’s input to the
VCR, DVD player, or other
connected equipment
Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to cycle
through the video equipment connected
to the TV’s video inputs.
Set up the TV remote control to
operate non-Sony equipment
You must program the remote control the
first time you use it. See “Programming
the Remote Control” on pages 47 to 48.
Operating a VCR
Features
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control
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Operating a
Satellite Receiver
To Do This ...
Press
Activate the remote control
to operate the VCR
Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46.
Then set the A/V slide switch to the position
you programmed for the VCR.
Change channels
CH +/-
Record
N and z simultaneously
Play
N
Stop
x
Fast forward
M
Rewind the tape
m
Pause
X
Search the picture forward
or backward
M or m during playback
(release to resume normal playback)
Change input mode
TV/VCR
To Do This ...
Press
Activate the remote control
to operate the satellite
receiver
SAT/CABLE FUNCTION
Turn on/off
SAT/CABLE POWER
Select a channel
0-9, ENTER
Change channels
CH +/-
Back to previous channel
JUMP
Display channel number
DISPLAY
Display SAT Guide
GUIDE
Display SAT Menu
MENU
Move highlight (cursor)
Move the joystick V v B b
Select item
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Turn on/off
SAT/CABLE POWER
Select a channel
0-9, ENTER
Change channels
CH +/-
Back to previous channel
JUMP
To Do This ...
Press
Activate the remote control
to operate the DVD
Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46.
Then set the A/V slide switch to the position
you programmed for the DVD player.
Play
N
Stop
x
Pause
X
Step through different
tracks of the disc
M to step forward or m to step backward
Step through different
chapters of a video disc
CH+ to step forward or CH- to step backward
Display the DVD player
Menu (Setup)
MENU (inside panel)
Display the DVD Menu
DISC MENU
VvBb
Select item
SELECT
Features
Move highlight (cursor)
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Operating an MDP
(Laserdisc Player)
Press
SAT/CABLE FUNCTION
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Operating a DVD
Player
To Do This ...
Activate the remote control
to operate the cable box
SETUP
Operating a Cable
Box
Play
N
Stop
x
Pause
X
Search the picture forward
or backward
M or m during playback
(release to resume normal playback)
Search a chapter forward or
backward
CH +/-
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Press
Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46.
Then set the A/V slide switch to the position
you programmed for the MDP player.
SETUP
To Do This ...
Activate the remote control
to operate the MDP
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Using the Memory Stick Viewer
About Memory Stick
Memory Stick (sold separately) is a new, compact, portable, and
versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity
that exceeds that of a floppy disk. Memory Stick is specially designed
for sharing digital data among Memory Stick compatible products
such as digital cameras and digital video cameras. Because it is
removable, Memory Stick can also be used for external data storage.
The Memory Stick Viewer on your TV allows you to view files that
are stored on Memory Stick media. You can view:
❑
Digital photos (JPEG files)
❑
Movies (MPEG1 files)
You can also play slide show background music using MP3 files
stored on your Memory Stick.
For more information about handling Memory Stick media, see
“Notes on Using Memory Stick Media” on page 75.
Features
With the Memory Stick Viewer, you can:
❑
View photo (JPEG) and movie (MPEG1) files in a thumbnail
index or Slide Show
❑
Set customized Slide Show options, including transitions and
background audio
❑
Pan, zoom, and rotate photos
❑
Lock (protect) or delete files on the Memory Stick
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Memory Stick
Compatibility
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File Compatibility
❑
Memory Stick Media
❑
Memory Stick Duo Media
❑
Memory Stick Media with Memory Select Function
The Memory Stick Viewer is compatible with JPEG images taken with
Sony digital still cameras and MPEG1* movies taken with Sony
digital cameras and camcorders. In order to be viewable in the
Memory Stick Viewer, the files must have the following file name
extensions:
File Type
Supported File Name Extensions
JPEG
.jpg
.jpeg
MPEG1
.mpg
.mpeg
Memory Stick and MagicGate are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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Memory Stick
Features
Trademark
Information
This television is compatible with the following Memory Stick media
types:
*Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly.
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Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick
Inserting a
Memory Stick
SETUP
If you are using a Memory Stick Duo, see “Inserting the Memory
Stick Duo” on page 64.
1 Locate the Memory Stick slot (see page 12) and insert the
Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot as illustrated below.
When inserted properly, it should slide in with little resistance
and click into place.
TV/VIDEO
EO
VIDEO
L(MONO) – AUDIO – R
STAND BY
+
CHANNEL
VOLUME
_
MENU
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TIMER
VIDEO 2 INPUT
PRO
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Stick is forced in the wrong way, it may become damaged.
Insert only Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick slot. Attempting to
insert other objects into the slot may damage the TV.
Memory Stick
To remove the Memory Stick, see “Removing a Memory Stick” on
page 65.
Features
✍ Be sure to insert the Memory Stick in the correct direction. If the Memory
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Inserting the
Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick Duo is a new, compact version of the standard-sized
Memory Stick recording medium.
!
CAUTION: Inserting the Memory Stick Duo incorrectly may result in
permanent damage to the Memory Stick Duo and the TV.
1 Before inserting a Memory Stick Duo into the TV’s Memory Stick
M
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slot, you must first insert the Memory Stick Duo into an adapter
(sold separately).
Memory Stick Duo Adapter
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!
Memory Stick Duo
CAUTION: Inserting the Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick slot
without the adapter may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick
Duo and the TV.
2 Insert the Memory Stick Duo and adapter as shown below.
TV
MS slot
Indicator
Features
Label side
!
CAUTION: Inserting the Memory Stick adapter backwards or upside down
may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick adapter and the TV.
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Memory Stick
To remove the Memory Stick Duo, see “Removing a Memory Stick”
on page 65.
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To remove a Memory Stick
1 Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off. (When the light is
on, this indicates that the TV is reading data from the Memory
Stick.)
SETUP
Removing a
Memory Stick
✍ Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed (when the
Memory Stick LED on the TV’s front panel is lit) may damage the Memory
Stick or its contents.
The Memory Stick media is ejected.
✍ Do not pull out the Memory Stick without first pushing it in; otherwise, the
SETUP
2 Push the Memory Stick gently into the slot, and then release it.
TV’s locking mechanism may become damaged.
3 Pull the Memory Stick completely out of the slot.
Memory Stick media from the TV’s Memory Stick slot and store it in a safe
location when it is not in use.
SETUP
✍ To protect small children from injury from Memory Stick Media, remove all
Features
Memory Stick
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Using the Memory Stick Index
SETUP
Turn on the TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or
movie files you want to view. For details, see page 63.
✍ If the Memory Stick Index does not appear, press the MEMORY STICK button
on the remote control.
SETUP
The Memory Stick Index appears, which displays thumbnail images
of the files stored on the Memory Stick.
Information about the
highlighted photo or movie
Highlighted thumbnail
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Thumbnails of photos and
movies
Memory Stick menu bar
About the Lock and Movie Icons on the Thumbnail Images
Features
Indicates the thumbnail is a movie (MPEG1) file instead of a photo
(JPEG) file.
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Memory Stick
Indicates the thumbnail is locked. Locked files cannot be changed or
deleted. For details, see “Protect” on page 74.
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The following describes how to use the Memory Stick Index.
SETUP
Do This ...
Move the joystick V v B b.
Display the
highlighted photo
or movie file full
screen
Press
. For details, see “Viewing Photos” on
page 68 and “Playing Movies” on page 71.
Display the next
page of thumbnails
1 Move the joystick v to select V.
2 Move the joystick v to display the next page of
thumbnails.
Display the
previous or next
page of thumbnails
1 Move the joystick v to select V.
2 Move the joystick B to select .
3 To go to the previous page, move the joystick V.
To go to the next page, move the joystick v.
Use the Memory
Stick menu bar to
access additional
options
1 Move the joystick v to select V.
2 Move the joystick B or b to select Slide Show,
Folder, or Memory Stick.
3 Move the joystick V or v to select the option you
want to change.
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To Do This ...
Move the highlight
to a photo or movie
( ) thumbnail
Y
Using the Memory
Stick Index
SETUP
For details on these options, see “Memory Stick
Index Menu Bar Options” on page 73.
1 Move the joystick B or b to select V.
2 Move the joystick V to return to the currently
displayed thumbnails, or v to display the next
page of thumbnails.
Exit Memory Stick
Viewer
Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote
control.
Features
Move the highlight
from the Memory
Stick menu bar back
to the thumbnails
Memory Stick
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Viewing Photos
SETUP
When you select a photo from the Memory Stick Index (described on
page 66), it displays as shown below, with the following controls.
Information about
selected photo
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Selected photo
Previous/next buttons
Photo menu bar
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✍ JPEGs captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion
in full screen. This is a result of the way digital video cameras record still
images, and is not a result of a malfunction with the TV.
z When the menu is hidden,
move the joystick B or b to go
to the previous or next photo.
Memory Stick
Features
Photo Controls
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Display the next or
previous file on the
Memory Stick
Move the joystick to highlight the
(Previous/Next) button. Then move the
joystick B to go to the previous file, or b to go
to the next file.
Hide the Photo menu bar,
displaying only the photo
With the highlight in the Photo menu bar, move
the joystick v.
Display the hidden Photo
menu bar
Move the joystick V.
Display the Memory Stick
Index again
Move the joystick to highlight Index in the Photo
menu bar and press
.
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For details on the Memory Stick Index, see
page 67.
68
Access additional options
in the Photo menu bar
See “Photo Menu Bar Options” on page 69.
Exit Memory Stick Viewer
Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote
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The Photo menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing
options.
SETUP
Photo Menu
Bar Options
To access the Photo menu bar
1 Move the joystick B or b to select Slide Show, View, or File.
2 Move the joystick to select the desired option.
Displays the Slide Show menu. For details, see “Slide Show
Menu Options” on page 73.
View
Zoom/Pan
Allows you to magnify and pan across the
photo. For details, see “Using Zoom and Pan”
on page 70.
Rotate
Allows you to rotate the photo in 90 degree
increments clockwise or counterclockwise. For
details, see “Using Rotate” on page 70.
Information
Allows you to turn on or off the display of file
information. Select On or Off.
Protect
Allows you to the protect the JPEG file from
any changes. When a JPEG file is protected, it
cannot be rotated or deleted. Select On or Off.
Delete
Deletes the JPEG file from the Memory
Stick.You cannot delete a JPEG file that has
been protected (or if the Memory Stick is
locked).
File
z JPEG files that are protected
are indicated by the Lock
icon.
Features
Slide Show
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Description
Displays the Memory Stick Index, with the highlight on the
thumbnail of the currently displayed photo. For details, see
“Using the Memory Stick Index” on page 66.
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Option
Index
Memory Stick
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Using Zoom
and Pan
To Zoom and Pan a photo
1 In the Photo menu bar, move the joystick to highlight View.
2 Move the joystick to highlight Zoom/Pan and press .
3 Specify the zoom center point by moving the joystick; then press
to set the center.
The Zoom and Pan controls are displayed.
Features
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Indicates Zoom
increment
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Zoom in (increase magnification)
or out (decrease magnification)
Move the joystick to highlight Zoom and press
joystick V to zoom in or v to zoom out.
Pan (left, right, up, down)
(You can use Pan only when the photo is magnified using Zoom.)
To stop using Zoom, press
Memory Stick
.
Move the joystick to highlight Pan and press
B b V v to pan around the photo.
To stop using Pan, press
. Then move the
. Then move the joystick
.
Exit the Zoom/Pan controls
Move the joystick to highlight Done and press
Exit Memory Stick Viewer
Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote control.
Using Rotate
.
To Rotate a photo
1 In the Photo menu bar, move the joystick to highlight View.
2 Move the joystick to highlight Rotate.
3 To rotate clockwise, move the joystick to highlight Clockwise and
press
.
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To rotate counterclockwise, move the joystick to highlight
.
Counterclockwise and press
The photo is rotated 90 degrees each time you press
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Playing Movies
Information about
selected movie
SETUP
When you select a movie from the Memory Stick Index (described on
page 66), it displays as shown below, with the following controls.
Selected movie
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Enlarge button
Play/pause button
Previous/next buttons
Movie menu bar
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Movie Controls
To Do This ...
Do This ...
Enlarge the movie
window
Move the joystick to highlight Enlarge, and then
press
. To display the movie controls again,
. When the movie ends, the movie
press
controls are displayed again.
Play the movie with the Move the joystick to highlight B (Play) and then
movie controls displayed press
.
Move the joystick to highlight X (Pause) and
then press
.
Display the previous or
next file on the Memory
Stick
Move the joystick to highlight the
(Previous/Next) button. Then move the joystick
B to go to the previous file, or b to go to the next
file.
Hide the Movie menu
bar, displaying only the
movie
With the highlight in the Movie menu bar, move
the joystick v.
Display the hidden
Movie menu bar
Move the joystick V.
Memory Stick
Pause the movie
Features
z The quality of the movie
when enlarged depends on the
resolution of the MPEG1 file. See
your camera’s instruction manual
for details.
Access additional options See “Movie Menu Bar Options” on page 72.
in the Movie menu bar
Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote
control.
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Exit Memory Stick
Viewer
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Movie Menu
Bar Options
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Memory Stick
Features
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z MPEG1 files that are
protected are indicated by the
Lock
icon.
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To access the Movie menu bar
1 Move the joystick to highlight Index in the Movie menu bar.
2 Move the joystick B or b to select Index, Slide Show, or File.
3 Move the joystick to select the desired option.
Option
Description
Index
Displays the Memory Stick Index, with the highlight on the
thumbnail of the currently displayed movie.
Slide Show
Displays the Slide Show menu. For details, see “Slide Show
Menu Options” on page 73.
File
Information
Determines whether file information is
displayed. Select On or Off.
Protect
Allows you to the protect the MPEG1 file from
any changes. When an MPEG1 file is
protected, it cannot be deleted. Select On or Off.
Delete
Deletes the MPEG1 file from the Memory
Stick.You cannot delete an MPEG1 file that has
been protected (or if the Memory Stick is
locked).
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Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options
Description
Starts the Slide Show.
Music
Allows you to select background audio to play during the
Slide Show.
Transition
Effect
Off
No additional background audio is played
during the Slide Show. Audio that is
associated with the JPEG or MPEG1 files will
play.
Play All
Plays all MP3 files on the Memory Stick. The
Piano MP3 file is not played.
Piano
Plays the MP3 file stored in the TV’s internal
memory. (This file is indicated by a different
color than the MP3 files on the Memory Stick.)
(List of MP3
Files)
Displays a list of all MP3 files found at the top
level (root) of the Memory Stick. To show
additional MP3 files stored in other folders on
the Memory Stick, select Complete List.
Complete
List
Displays a list of all available MP3 files. The
list is sorted in alphabetical order, grouped by
folder.
Allows you to select an effect to be used when advancing to
the next file in the Slide Show.
Uses a quick change, or cut.
Fade
Uses a cross fade.
Wipe b
Wipe B
Wipe V
Wipe v
Uses a linear sweep that moves across the
screen, revealing the next image while
covering the previous image.
Random
Randomly cycles through all Transition
Effects.
Slide Duration
Allows you to specify a timed slide advance after a selected
time interval. Select from 3 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 5 min.
Repeat
On
Slide Show continuously loops.
Off
Slide Show plays once through all files and
ends.
Memory Stick
Off
Features
z Some JPEG files may take
longer to display than others,
which may make it seem longer
than the interval you selected for
Slide Duration.
Option
Start
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z When you select Complete
List, it may take a moment to
display the list of all MP3 files.
The Slide Show menu includes the following options:
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z The Slide Show menu is the
same whether you select it from
the Memory Stick Index
(page 66), Photo (page 68), or
Movie (page 71) menus.
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Slide Show Menu
Options
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Folder Menu
Options
The Folder menu includes the following options:
Option
Description
Select
Contents
Allows you to select different folders to view in the
Memory Stick Viewer.
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z Files that are protected are
indicated by the Lock
icon.
Protect
File Order
Features
Selects all folders within the directories
defined by the DCF rules used by Sony
digital cameras (see page 75). JPEG and
MPEG1 files in those directories are
recognized even if they do not conform
to the DCF file naming rules.
Select a Folder
Allows you to access individual folders
on the Memory Stick.
Allows you to protect files from any changes. When a file
is protected, it cannot be rotated or deleted. The Protect
options affect files currently shown in the Memory Stick
Index.
Protect All
Protects all files.
Protect None
Unprotects all files.
Allows you to change the order in which the Memory
Stick files are displayed.
Date Order
z The Rotate and Protect
functions do not change the file’s
modification date.
Filter
Memory Stick
Menu
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Displays files in chronological order by
modification date.
Date Order Reverse Displays files in reverse chronological
order by modification date.
Alphabetical
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Memory Stick
Digital Camera
Folders
Displays files in alphabetical order by
filename.
Allows you to selectively display specific file types
within the selected folder.
Show All
Displays all readable files.
Show Photos Only
Displays only photo (JPEG) files.
Show Movies Only
Displays only movie (MPEG1) files.
The Memory Stick menu displays the current status of the Memory
Stick, including total capacity, used capacity, and free capacity.
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Notes on Using Memory Stick Media
Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically
record still photo and movie files using DCF compliant directory
and file names.
DCF stands for “Design Rules for Camera File Systems,” which
are specifications established by the Japan Electronic Industry
Development Association (JEIDA).
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If you selected the Digital Camera Folders option, as described on
page 74, you might want to have your digital camera’s instruction
manual handy in order to check how files and directories are
organized for your specific model of digital camera.
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About DCF File
Names
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Features
Memory Stick
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Memory Stick
Precautions
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When using Memory Stick media, follow these precautions:
❑
To avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not turn
off the TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion
slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Memory
Stick indicator light being on).
❑
Avoid touching the terminal of Memory Stick media or
bringing it into contact with a metal object.
❑
Do not drop, bend, or submit Memory Stick media to external
shock.
❑
Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media.
❑
Avoid getting liquid on Memory Stick media.
❑
Apply labels only within the designated label area.
Label Area
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Memory Stick
Features
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❑
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To avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not use or
store Memory Stick media in a location subject to:
❑
High temperature (such as near a heater or inside a hot
car)
❑
High humidity
❑
Direct sunlight
❑
Corrosive substances
❑
Magnetic fields
❑
Excessive dust
❑
Static electricity or electric noise
❑
Electric surges
❑
Store and carry Memory Stick media in its original case to
ensure protection of stored data.
❑
Save a backup of stored data.
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Using the Menus
Overview
The Menu gives you access to the following features:
Menu Icon
Description
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78
Allows you to make adjustments to your picture
settings. It also allows you to customize the Picture
Mode based on the type of program you are viewing,
select Advanced Video options, and more.
Offers enhanced audio options such as listening to
second audio programming (SAP) or customizing
the Effect of the sound on your TV.
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Allows you to make Wide Mode adjustments and
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make changes to the screen’s vertical center and size.
z Press MENU to enter and
exit Menus.
Allows you to set up a Favorite Channel list, run the 84
Auto Program function, skip and label channels, and
more.
Lets you control the viewing of programs based on
their ratings.
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89
Provides options for setting up your system,
including selecting closed caption modes, setting the
Timer, labeling video inputs, selecting the language
of the on-screen menus, and more.
Navigating Through Menus
z Menus include navigation
help text that appears at the
bottom of each Menu.
To Do This ...
Press
Display the Menu
MENU
Move through the Menus
Bb
Move through the Menu options
Vv
Select an option to change
Change an option’s settings
Select (confirm) changed setting
VvBb
or B
Exit the Menu
MENU
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Using the Video Menu
SETUP
To select the Video Menu
1 Press MENU.
2 Move the joystick B or b to
highlight the Video icon and
press
.
3 Move the joystick to highlight
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an option. Press
option.
to select an
4 Move the joystick V v B b to
change settings. Press
Mode: Vivid
Picture
Brightness
Color
Hue
Sharpness
Color Temp.: Cool
ClearEdge VM: High
Advanced Video
Move: V
vBb
Select: +
End: MENU
to select the changed setting.
5 Press MENU to exit the Menu.
Selecting Video
Options
The Video Menu includes the following options:
Option
Description
z To change from one Mode
to another, use the PIC MODE
button on the remote control.
Mode
Customized
picture
viewing
Vivid
Select for enhanced picture contrast and
sharpness.
Standard
Select for standard picture settings.
Movie
Select to display a softer picture.
Pro
Select to display a picture with minimum
enhancements.
z You can alter the Video
Menu settings (Picture,
Brightness, Color, etc.) for each
Mode.
Menus
Menus
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To restore the factory default settings for Video settings:
❑ Press RESET on the remote control when in the Video Menu.
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Picture
Adjust to increase picture contrast and deepen the color, or
decrease picture contrast and soften the color.
Brightness
Adjust to brighten or darken the picture.
Color
Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity.
Hue
Adjust to increase or decrease the green tones.
Sharpness
Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture.
Color Temp.
White
intensity
adjustment
Cool
Select to give the white colors a blue tint.
Neutral
Select to give the white colors a neutral tint.
Warm
Select to give the white colors a red tint
(NTSC-Standard).
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Option
Description
z To change quickly from one
DRC Mode to another, use the
DRC MODE button on the remote
control.
Advanced
Video
Select Program to choose among the DRC Mode and DRC Palette
options.
DRC Mode
Creates a high-resolution picture with 4x
density, for high quality sources (i.e., DVD
player, satellite receiver).
Interlaced
DRC Palette
Allows you to customize the level of detail
(Reality) and smoothness (Clarity). You can
create up to three Custom DRC Palettes.
1 Move the joystick to highlight Custom 1,
Custom 2, or Custom 3 and then press
.
The DRC palette appears.
Custom
1
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[26]
Reality
z For best results, adjust the
Reality by moving the joystick V
v until you are satisfied with the
level of detail. Then adjust the
Clarity by moving the joystick B
b until you have a smooth,
detailed image.
Clarity
2
[ 1]
Move the joystick to adjust the position of
the marker ( ). As you move the higher
along the Reality axis, the picture becomes
more detailed. As you move the to the
right along the Clarity axis, the details
become more smoothly integrated with
one another.
To save the setting, press
.
Menus
3
SETUP
CineMotion Provides an optimized display by
automatically detecting film
content and applying a reverse 3/2
pulldown process. Moving
pictures will appear clearer and
more natural-looking.
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Recommended for moving
pictures.
Progressive Recommended for still images and
text.
z To change quickly from one
DRC Palette to another, use the
DRC PALETTE button on the
remote control.
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ClearEdge VM Sharpens picture definition to give every object a sharp, clean
edge. Select from High, Medium, Low, Off.
Velocity
Modulation
To return the Custom options to the default
factory settings, press the RESET button.
Menus
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Using the Audio Menu
SETUP
To select the Audio Menu
1 Press MENU.
2 Move the joystick B or b to
highlight the Audio icon and
press
.
3 Move the joystick to highlight
SETUP
an option. Press
an option.
to select
4 Move the joystick V v B b to
change settings. Press
Treble
Bass
Balance
Steady Sound: Off
Effect: Simulated
MTS: Stereo
Speaker: On
Audio Out: Fixed
Move: V
vBb
Select: +
End: MENU
to select the changed setting.
5 Press MENU to exit the Menu.
Selecting Audio
Options
z To change quickly from one
Effect to another, use the
button on the inside panel of the
remote control.
The Audio Menu includes the following options:
Option
Description
Treble
Adjust to decrease or increase higher-pitched sounds.
Bass
Adjust to decrease or increase lower-pitched sounds.
Balance
Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance.
Steady Sound
Auto
Select to stabilize the volume.
Off
Select to turn off Steady Sound.
Effect
MTS
Enjoy stereo,
bilingual and
mono programs
Menus
Menus
SETUP
SETUP
To restore the factory default settings for Treble, Bass, and Balance
❑ Press RESET on the remote control when in the Audio Menu.
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TruSurround Select for surround sound (for stereo programs
only).
Simulated
Adds a surround-like effect to mono programs.
Off
Normal stereo or mono reception.
Stereo
Select for stereo reception when viewing a
program broadcast in stereo.
Auto SAP
Select to automatically switch the TV to second
audio programs when a signal is received. (If
no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in
Stereo mode.)
Mono
Select for mono reception. (Use to reduce noise
during weak stereo broadcasts.)
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Description
Speaker
On
Select to turn on the TV speakers.
Off
Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to
the TV's sound only through your external
audio system speakers.
Audio Out
Easy control of
volume
adjustments
SETUP
Option
This option can be set only when the Speaker option is set
to Off.
The TV’s speakers are turned off, but the
volume output from your audio system can
still be controlled by the TV’s remote control.
Fixed
The TV’s speakers are turned off and the
volume output of the TV is fixed. Use your
audio receiver’s remote control to adjust the
volume through your audio system.
SETUP
Variable
SETUP
SETUP
Menus
Menus
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Using the Screen Menu
SETUP
To select the Screen Menu
1 Press MENU.
2 Move the joystick B or b to
Wide Mode: Wide Zoom
4:3 Default: Wide Zoom
Vertical Center
Vertical Size
move to the Screen icon and
press
.
3 Move the joystick V or v to
SETUP
move to an option. Press
select an option.
to
4 Move the joystick B b V v to
Move: V
vBb
Select: +
End: MENU
change settings. Press
to
select the changed setting.
Selecting Screen
Mode Options
z To change from one Wide
Mode to another, use the WIDE
MODE button on the remote
control.
SETUP
SETUP
5 Press MENU to exit the Menu.
The Screen menu includes the following options:
Option
Description
Wide Mode
Select a Wide
Mode to use for
4:3 sources.
Wide Zoom
Select to enlarge the 4:3 size picture, while
the upper and lower parts of the picture are
condensed to fit the wide screen.
Normal
Select to return the 4:3 picture to normal
mode.
Full
Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture
horizontally only, to fill the wide screen.
Zoom
Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture
horizontally and vertically to an equal
aspect ratio that fills the wide screen.
Wide Mode is unavailable while in Twin View, or when
viewing HD (1080i, 720p) sources.
✍ In some cases, wide-screen programs will be shown in
Menus
Menus
aspect ratios that require the display of black bands at
the top and bottom of your 16:9 screen. For more
details, see page 99.
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Option
Description
Wide Zoom
4:3 Default
Select the default
Screen Mode to
use for 4:3 sources Normal
Select to return the 4:3 picture to normal
mode.
Full
Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture
horizontally only, to fill the wide screen.
Zoom
Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture
horizontally and vertically to an equal
aspect ratio that fills the wide screen.
Off
Select to continue using the current Wide
Mode setting when the channel or input is
changed.
Allows you to move the position of the picture up and
down in the window. (Available only in Wide Zoom and
Zoom modes.)
Allows you to adjust the vertical size of the picture.
(Available only in Wide Zoom and Zoom modes.)
Move the joystick V or v and press
correction between +7 and -7.
SETUP
Move the joystick V or v and press
to choose a
correction between +15 and -15 (Zoom mode), and +5 and
-5 (Wide Zoom mode).
Vertical Size
SETUP
Vertical Center
Select to enlarge the 4:3 size picture, while
the upper and lower parts of the picture are
condensed to fit the wide screen.
SETUP
z If 4:3 Default is set to
anything but Off, the Wide Mode
setting changes only for the
current channel. When you
change channels (or inputs),
Wide Mode is automatically
replaced with the 4:3 Default
setting. To retain the current
Wide Mode setting as channels
and inputs are changed, set 4:3
Default to Off.
to choose a
SETUP
Menus
Menus
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Using the Channel Menu
SETUP
To select the Channel Menu
1 Press MENU.
2 Move the joystick B or b to
highlight the Channel icon
and press
.
3 Move the joystick to highlight
SETUP
an option. Press
an option.
Favorite Channels
Cable: On
Channel Fix: Off
Auto Program
Channel Skip/Add
Channel Label
to select
4 Move the joystick V v B b to
change settings. Press
Move: V
vBb
Select: +
End: MENU
to select the changed setting.
5 Press MENU to exit the Menu.
SETUP
Selecting Channel
Options
The Channel Menu includes the following options:
Option
Description
Favorite Channels
Lets you set up a list of your favorite channels. For
details, see “Using Favorite Channels” on page 56.
On
Select if you are receiving cable channels
with a CATV cable.
Off
Select if you are using an antenna.
Cable
✍ You should run Auto Program after changing this
option.
Menus
SETUP
Channel Fix
Useful when you
have a cable box
or satellite
receiver
connected
Menus
Auto Program
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Off
2-6
Turns off Channel Fix.
“Fix” your TV’s channel setting to 2–6 and
use the cable box or satellite receiver to
change channels. Select one of these
settings if you connected the equipment to
the VHF/UHF jack.
AUX 2-6
Same as 2–6, except you select one of these
settings if you connected the equipment to
the AUX jack (see page 15).
Video 1
Use this setting if you have connected the
equipment to the A/V input jacks.
Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all
receivable channels.
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Allows you to customize the channel list that appears
when you use the CH+/- buttons.
1 Move the joystick V or v to scroll through the
channels until you find the channel you want to skip
or add. Then press
to select it.
2 Move the joystick V or v to toggle between Add or
Skip. Then press
to select.
3 To add or skip more channels, repeat steps 1 and 2.
4 Move the joystick B to return to the Channel Menu,
or press MENU to exit the Menus.
Allows you to assign labels (such as station call letters) to
channel numbers. You can label up to 20 channels.
1 Move the joystick to highlight Channel and press .
2 Move the joystick V v to scroll through the channel
numbers (1-125). Then press
to select the channel
number that you want to assign a label.
3 Move the joystick to highlight Label and press .
4 Move the joystick V v to scroll through the label
characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Then press
to select the
highlighted character.
5 Repeat to add up to 5 characters to the label.
6 To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-4.
7 Move the joystick B to return to the Channel Menu,
or press MENU to exit the Menus.
Channel Label
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Channel
Skip/Add
SETUP
Description
SETUP
z Channels that you set to
be skipped can be accessed
only with the 0-9 buttons.
Option
SETUP
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Menus
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Using the Parent Menu
SETUP
The Parent Menu allows you to
set up the TV to block programs
according to their content and
rating levels.
To select the Parent Menu
1 Press MENU.
2 Move the joystick B or b to
Password:
____
Press + to enter
password
Move: V
vBb
Select: +
End: MENU
SETUP
highlight the Parent icon and
press
.
3 Use the 0-9 buttons on the remote control to enter a four-digit
password.
4 If this is the first time you are creating this password, confirm the
password by entering it again. (The Parent Menu options
appear.)
SETUP
5 Move the joystick V v B b to change settings. Press
to select
the changed setting.
6 Press MENU to exit the Menu.
✍ You need your password for any future access into the Parent Menu. If
Selecting Parent
Options
The Parent Menu includes the following options:
z If you are not familiar with
the Parental Guideline rating
system, you should select Child,
Youth, or Young Adult to help
simplify the rating selection. To
set more specific ratings, select
Custom.
Off
Parental Lock
Turn ratings
on/off and select a Child
rating system
Parental lock is off. No programs are
blocked from viewing.
Youth
Maximum ratings permitted are:
❏ US: TV-PG, PG
❏ Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG
Y. Adult
Maximum ratings permitted are:
❏ US: TV-14, PG-13
❏ Canada: 14+, 13 ans+, TV-14
Custom
Select to set ratings manually.
❏ US: See page 87 for details.
❏ Canada: See page 88 for details.
Option
z For descriptions of Child,
Youth, and Young Adult
ratings, see page 87.
Menus
Menus
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you lose your password, see “Lost password” on page 100.
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Description
Maximum ratings permitted are:
❏ US: TV-Y, TV-G, G
❏ Canada: C, G, TV-Y
Change Password
For changing your password.
Select Country
U.S.A.
Select to use USA ratings (see page 87).
Canada
Select to use Canadian ratings (see
page 88).
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Option
Description
Movie Rating
G
All children and General Audience.
PG
Parental Guidance suggested.
PG-13
Parental Guidance for children under 13.
R
Restricted viewing, parental guidance is
suggested for children under 17.
NC-17
and X
No one 17 or under allowed.
TV Rating
Block programs
by their rating,
content or both
Age-Based Ratings
TV-Y
All children.
TV-Y7
Directed to children age 7 and older.
Parental Guidance suggested.
TV-14
Parents Strongly cautioned.
TV-MA
Mature Audience only.
z If you block unrated TV
programs, be aware that the
following types of programs
may be blocked: emergency
broadcasts, political programs,
sports, news, public service
announcements, religious
programs and weather.
Content-Based Ratings
Fantasy Violence.
D
Suggestive Dialogue.
L
Strong Language.
S
Sexual situations.
V
Violence.
Block
Blocks all programs and movies that are
broadcast without a rating.
Allow
Allows programs and movies that are
broadcast without a rating.
You can view blocked programs by entering the password. Press the
ENTER button when tuned to a blocked program, then enter the
password. This temporarily switches off the Parental Lock. To
reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is
turned on again, your Parental Lock settings are reactivated.
Menus
Viewing Blocked
Programs
FV
SETUP
General Audience.
TV-PG
SETUP
TV-G
z To ensure maximum
blocking capability, set the AgeBased Ratings.
Unrated
Block programs
or movies that
are broadcast
without a rating
SETUP
z The Content-Based Ratings
are linked to the level of the
Age-Based Rating. For example,
a program with an Age-Based
Rating of TV-PG V (Violence)
rating may contain moderate
violence, while a TV-14 V
(Violence) rating may contain
more intense violence.
For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following
options. (For Canadian models, see page 88.)
SETUP
US Models:
Selecting Custom
Rating Options
Menus
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Canadian Models:
Selecting Custom
Rating Options
SETUP
SETUP
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For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the
following options. (For US models, see page 87.)
Option
Description
English Rating
C
All children.
C8+
Children 8 years and older.
G
General programming.
PG
Parental Guidance.
14+
Viewers 14 and older.
18+
Adult programming.
G
General programming.
8 ans+
Not recommended for young children.
13 ans+
Not recommended for ages under 13.
16 ans+
Not recommended for ages under 16.
18 ans+
Programming restricted to adults.
French Rating
Viewing Blocked
Programs
Menus
Menus
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U.S.A. Rating
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See “US Models” on page 87 for details.
You can view blocked programs by entering the password. Press the
ENTER button when tuned to a blocked program, then enter the
password. This temporarily switches off the Parental Lock. To
reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is
turned on again, your Parental Lock settings are reactivated.
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Using the Setup Menu
1 Press MENU.
2 Move the joystick B or b to
highlight the Setup icon and
press
.
3 Move the joystick to highlight
Caption Vision: Off
Video Label
Tilt Correction
Vertical Correction
Language: English
Clock/Timers
Demo
to select
4 Move the joystick V v B b to
change settings. Press
Move: V
vBb
Select: +
End: MENU
SETUP
an option. Press
an option.
SETUP
To select the Setup Menu
to select the changed setting.
5 Press MENU to exit the Menu.
Selecting
Setup Options
The Setup Menu includes the following options:
Description
Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for
programs that are broadcast with closed caption).
Text1,Text2,
Text3,Text4
Displays network/station
information presented using either
half or the whole screen (if
available). For closed captioning,
set to CC1.
Info
Displays the program name and
the time remaining in the program
(if the broadcaster offers this
service). Displays when the
channel is changed or the DISPLAY
button is pressed.
Off
Turns off Caption Vision.
Menus
Displays a printed version of the
dialog or sound effects of a
program. (Should be set to CC1 for
most programs.)
SETUP
CC1, CC2,
CC3, CC4
SETUP
Option
Caption Vision
Menus
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Description
Video Label
Allows you to identify A/V equipment you connected to
the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc. For example, if you have
a DVD player connected to the VIDEO 5 jack, you can
select the label DVD for the VIDEO 5 input. Then when
you press the TV/VIDEO button to change inputs, the Video
Label you assigned to that input appears on screen.
1 Move the joystick V or v to highlight the video input
(VIDEO 1-7) to which you want to assign a label.
Then press
to select the input.
2 Move the joystick V or v to highlight one of the
displayed labels. Then press
to select the label.
SETUP
SETUP
Option
z The Skip label is useful for
inputs that do not have
equipment connected to
them.
You can select from the following labels for each input:
Video 1/2/3/4
VHS, DVD, Receiver, Satellite, Cable Box,
8mm, DTV, Game, LD, Web, Beta, Skip
Video 5/6/7
DVD, Satellite, Cable Box, DTV, HD, Skip
SETUP
✍ If you select Skip, your TV skips this input when you
z Normally, Tilt Correction
and Vertical Correction only
need to be adjusted the first
time you turn on the unit and
after the unit is moved to a
new location.
press the TV/VIDEO button.
Tilt Correction
Move the joystick B or b to choose a correction between
+7 and -7 and press
.
Vertical Correction
SETUP
Menus
Menus
Allows you to make a vertical correction to the picture.
Move the joystick B or b to choose a correction between
+5 and -5 and press
.
Language
90
Allows you to correct any tilt of the picture.
Select to display all on-screen Menus in your language of
choice.
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Description
Clock/Timers
Select to set the clock and to program your TV to turn on
and off at two scheduled viewing times.
Timer 1
Timer 2
You can use the Timers to program
the TV to turn on and off and tune
to a specific channel at two
scheduled viewing times.
3
Select to set the Timer by day,
time, duration, and channel.
Off
Select to turn off the Timer. (Your
previous settings are saved.)
If you selected Program in step 2, move the joystick V
and v to set the day(s), hour, minute, duration, and
channel number. Press
or move the joystick b to
confirm each setting and move to the next setting.
Move the joystick B to go back to the previous
setting.
Press MENU to exit the Menu. An LED on the front
panel will light, indicating the timer has been set.
SETUP
Current Time
1 Press
to select Current Time.
2 Move the joystick V and v to set the current time
3
(day, hour, and minute). Press
(or move the
joystick b) to confirm each setting and move to the
next setting. Move the joystick B to go back to the
previous setting.
Press MENU to exit the Menu.
Runs a demonstration of on-screen Menus.
Menus
Demo
SETUP
4
Program
SETUP
Timer 1 and Timer 2 are not available to be set until you set
the Current Time.
1 Move the joystick V or v to highlight Timer 1 or
Timer 2. To set the timer, move the joystick b.
2 Move the joystick V or v to highlight one of the
following options, then press
.
z To go directly to
programming Timer 1 or 2,
press
instead of moving
the joystick b.
SETUP
Option
Menus
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Other Information
Overview
This chapter includes the following topics:
Topic
Page
Glossary
94
Contacting Sony
95
Troubleshooting
95
Specifications
101
Optional Accessories
101
Index
103
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Other Info
Glossary
analog signal
aspect ratio
A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the amplitude or frequency of an
electronic transmission to convey information.
Refers to the ratio between the width and height of the screen. This TV has a 16:9
(widescreen) aspect ratio, as opposed to a 4:3 aspect ratio.
SETUP
4:3 aspect ratio
component video
SETUP
composite video
degauss
16:9 aspect ratio
Component video is sent through three cables: two color shade (chrominance) signals and one
brightness (luminance) signal. Component video achieves greater color accuracy than
composite video or S VIDEO by splitting chrominance into two separate portions.
Composite video is sent through a single cable. Composite video combines the color shade
(chrominance) and brightness (luminance) information into one video signal.
A process that demagnetizes the metal components in the TV monitor, which eliminates image
distortion that can result from magnetic charges acquired by the TV’s components. Your TV
degausses automatically when it is turned on.
A new technology for transmitting and receiving broadcast television signals. DTV provides
clearer resolution and improved sound quality over analog television.
National Television System
Committee (NTSC)
A unit of the Federal Communications Commission, Washington, DC, that establishes
television standards in the United States, such as NTSC Color, the standard used in this TV.
RF
Radio Frequency. That part of the frequency spectrum that is used to transmit TV and radio
signals.
Other Info
SETUP
SETUP
digital television (DTV)
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S VIDEO
S VIDEO requires a single cable, which carries the brightness (luminance) and color
(chrominance) signals of the picture separately. S VIDEO provides better resolution than
composite video, which carries the signals together.
VHF/UHF
VHF (Very High Frequency) is the part of the frequency spectrum from 30 to 300 megahertz.
UHF (Ultra High Frequency) is the part of the frequency spectrum from 300 to 3,000
megahertz.
480i
Provides 480 lines of resolution. Displays images using interlaced scanning, which first
transmits all the odd lines on the TV screen and then the even lines.
480p
Provides 480 lines of resolution. Displays images using progressive scanning, which transmits
each line from top to bottom.
720p
Provides 720 lines of resolution. Displays images using progressive scanning, which transmits
each line from top to bottom.
1080i
Provides 1080 lines of resolution. Displays images using interlaced scanning, which first
transmits all the odd lines on the TV screen and then the even lines. 1080i is one of the
formats used by HDTV (High Definition TV).
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Contacting Sony
Before calling Sony customer support, please write down the model
and serial numbers of your TV. You’ll find this information on the
front cover of this manual.
Other Info
If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional
questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our
Customer Information Services Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US
residents only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).
SETUP
Troubleshooting
Twin View
Possible Remedies
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
Twin View displays the same ❏
program in both windows
SETUP
Twin View cannot display
anything but TV channels
SETUP
There is no Twin View
window, or it is just static
If you are using a cable box to unscramble all channels (as shown on
page 22), you cannot use the Twin View feature. This is because the cable
box can unscramble only one channel at a time. But if you need the cable
box to unscramble only some (usually premium) channels, you can use
Twin View for unscrambled channels if you connect both a cable and cable
box, as shown on page 20.
You can use Twin View to view a signal from a different source that is
connected to the TV's A/V jacks (such as a VCR or DVD player) in the
second window by pressing the TV/VIDEO button while in Twin View.
Sources connected to the AUX, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6, and VIDEO 7 inputs
display in the left Twin View window, but not the right.
Be sure the Twin View window is set to a video input or channel that has a
signal airing.
You might be tuned to a video input with nothing connected to it. Try
cycling through the video inputs by pressing the TV/VIDEO button.
If you connected equipment to the TV’s AUX jack, it will display in the left
Twin View window, but not the right.
Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing the TV/VIDEO button.
Check that the Video Label option is not set to Skip. (See the Setup Menu on
page 89.)
Both Twin View windows might be set to the same channel. Try changing
channels in either window.
SETUP
Problem
I cannot get Twin View to
work
Other Info
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SETUP
Other Info
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Remote Control
Problem
Possible Remedies
Remote control
does not operate
❏
❏
❏
Cannot change channels
with the remote control
❏
❏
❏
❏
SETUP
❏
Remote control
does not operate non-Sony
video equipment
❏
❏
Channels
Problem
Possible Remedies
Cannot receive upper
channels (UHF) when
using an antenna
TV is fixed to one channel
❏
❏
Cannot receive any
channels when using
cable TV
Cannot receive or select
channels
Other Info
SETUP
SETUP
❏
The batteries could be weak. Replace the batteries.
Check the orientation of the batteries.
Press the TV FUNCTION button. You may have inadvertently pressed the
SAT/CABLE FUNCTION button, which changes the remote control to SAT or
CABLE mode.
Make sure the TV’s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet.
Locate the TV at least 3-4 feet away from fluorescent lights.
If you are using the TV to change channels, first press the TV FUNCTION
button.
If you are using another device to change channels, be sure you have not
inadvertently switched your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting. Use the
Channel Fix option to “fix” the channel based on the hookup you used (see
page 84).
If you are using another device to change channels, be sure to press the
FUNCTION button for that device. For example, if you are using your cable box
to change channels, be sure to press the SAT/CABLE FUNCTION button.
If you replaced the batteries to the remote recently, the code numbers for
the video equipment may need to be reset.
There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are
attempting to operate.
There is a possibility that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by
your Sony TV remote.You may need to use the equipment’s original
remote control.
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❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
Change the Cable option to Off (see page 84).
Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are
not presently in the TV’s memory (see page 84).
Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are
not presently in the TV’s memory (see page 84).
Check your Channel Fix settings (see page 84).
Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are
not presently in the TV’s memory (see page 84).
Make sure the Cable option is set to On in the Channel Menu (see page 84).
Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable TV channels that
are not presently in TV memory (see page 84).
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Problem
Possible Remedies
Image does not
❏
display/Cannot see all files
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
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Other Info
MPEG1 movie does not
❏
play back correctly
MPEG1 quality is poor when ❏
enlarged (page 71)
MP3 files on your Memory Stick only can be played as background music
during a Slide Show (see page 73).
The Memory Stick Viewer supports only MP3 files with a fixed data rate of
128 kbps (kilobits per second).
Only MP3 files that are named with the file extension (.mp3) are displayed
in the list.
MP3 files are played in alphabetical order, according to the folder in which
they are stored. If you want to change the playlist order, rename your files
alphabetically in the order in which you want them to play.
Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not be compatible with the
Memory Stick Viewer.
The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the
MPEG1 file. See your camera’s instruction manual for details.
SETUP
❏
Not all MP3 files on Memory ❏
Stick are included when the
Music /Complete List option is ❏
selected (page 73)
Cannot see MP3 list to play ❏
music
MP3 file does not play back ❏
correctly
MP3 files on the Memory
❏
Stick are not listed
Music files are playing in
❏
wrong order
Move the joystick V to display the menu again.
Check the TV’s volume or Speaker (page 81) settings.
To hear JPEG voice memo in full screen view, select the Digital Camera Folders
option and set the Filter option to Show All.
Check that the Music option is not to set to Off (see page 73).
The Memory Stick Viewer can display a maxiumum of 2,000 files total,
including all JPEG, MPEG1, and MP3 files.
Make sure that the file is named with the file extension (.mp3).
SETUP
Cannot show (or hide) file
information in full screen or
Slide Show
Cannot see menu
Cannot hear audio while
using Memory Stick
SETUP
❏
JPEG image displays
undesirable motion or flicker
in full screen
❏
Rotation not saved after
Memory Stick is ejected or
❏
Memory Stick Viewer is
closed
SETUP
❏
Make sure the image file is a JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) file or an MPEG1 (.mpg,
.mpeg) file.
Make sure the Memory Stick is inserted properly (see pages 63-64).
Check the Filter option setting (see page 74).
Check the Select Contents setting (see page 74) and ensure that files are either
in DCF directories if Digital Camera Folders is selected (see page 74), or in the
currently selected folder if Select a Folder is selected (see page 74).
The maximum number of files the Memory Stick Viewer can display is
2,000 files total, including all JPEG, MPEG1, and MP3 files.
If you are using a Memory Stick with the Memory Select function, try
changing the position of the A/B select switch.
JPEGs captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion
in full screen. This is a result of the way digital video cameras record still
images, and is not a result of a malfunction with the TV.
The Memory Stick might be locked. Unlock the Memory Stick and try
rotating the image again.
The file might not have information (EXIF data) that is usually generated
when a digital camera records a photo. In this case, it is not possible to save
the rotation.
There might be insufficient space on the Memory Stick to save the rotated
file. Try deleting one or more files and rotating the image again.
Set the File/Information option to On or Off (see page 72).
Other Info
Memory Stick
Other Info
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Problem
Possible Remedies
Error message
is displayed
❏
❏
SETUP
Error icon is displayed
❏
No Memory Stick
Memory Stick
Locked
Memory Stick Error
❏
Format Error
There is no Memory Stick in the slot.
The lock mechanism on the Memory Stick is
engaged.
The Memory Stick in the slot might be damaged;
try a different Memory Stick.
The Memory Stick may have been formatted using
a PC or other device that is not compatible with
cameras.
The file is not a valid MPEG1 or JPEG format.
The thumbnail is not DCF-compatible.
The file is a JPEG or an MPEG1, but the thumbnail
is unreadable.
Other Info
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
The file is unreadable.
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Problem
Possible Remedies
No picture
(screen not lit), no sound
❏
❏
“Black box” on screen
❏
Black bands appear at the
❏
top and bottom of the screen
SETUP
Double images or ghosts
Dark, poor or no
picture (screen lit),
good sound
No color
Only snow and noise
appear on the screen
SETUP
Dotted lines
or stripes
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
❏
SETUP
If your TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may
need service. Call your local Sony Service Center.
Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
Press the POWER button on the front of the TV.
Press the TV/VIDEO button to cycle through the connected video sources.
Try another channel; it could be station trouble.
Adjust the Picture option in the Video Menu (see page 78).
Adjust the Brightness option in the Video Menu (see page 78).
Check the antenna/cable connections.
Adjust the Color option in the Video Menu (see page 78).
Check the antenna/cable connections.
Try another channel; it could be station trouble.
Press ANT to change the input mode (see page 44).
Adjust the antenna.
Move the TV away from noise sources such as cars, neon signs, or hairdryers.
Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may solve the
problem.
You have selected a text option in the Setup Menu and no text is available.
(See page 89 to reset Setup selections.) To turn off this feature, set the
Caption Vision option to Off. If you were trying to select closed captioning,
select CC1 instead of TEXT 1-4.
Some wide-screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater
than 16:9, such as 2.35:1. (This is especially common with theatrical
releases). Your TV will show these programs with black bands at the top
and bottom of the screen. For more details, check the documentation that
came with your DVD (or contact your program provider).
Other Info
Video
Audio
Possible Remedies
❏
❏
❏
Cannot gain enough volume ❏
when using a cable box
Sound seems weak or
❏
insufficient
❏
99
Other Info
Cannot raise the volume on ❏
external audio speakers
Press MUTING so that the word Muting disappears from the screen (see page
44).
Make sure the Speaker option is set to On in the Audio Menu (see page 81).
Make sure the MTS option is set to Stereo or Mono (see page 80).
Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box’s remote control.
Then press TV FUNCTION and adjust the TV’s volume.
The TV’s audio might be set to Auto SAP or Mono, when it might be better set
to Stereo. In the Audio Menu (see page 80), set the MTS setting to Stereo. If
already set to Stereo, switch to Mono (which may reduce background noise
during weak stereo broadcasts).
If the Speaker option is set to Off and the Audio Out option is set to Fixed (in
order to output the sound to your audio system) use your audio receiver to
adjust the sound (see page 80). Or, to use the TV remote control, set the
Audio Out option to Variable.
To turn on the TV speakers, set the Speaker option to On (see page 80).
SETUP
Problem
Good picture,
no sound
SETUP
Other Info
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General
Problem
Possible Remedies
How to reset TV to
factory settings
❏
How to restore Video settings ❏
to factory settings
How to restore Audio
❏
settings to factory settings
❏
Cannot cycle through the
other video equipment
connected to the TV
Cannot operate Menu
❏
SETUP
Lost password
❏
TV makes “popping” sound ❏
when turned on
LED on front panel is lit
❏
Digital cable box does not
work
Other Info
SETUP
SETUP
❏
100
❏
❏
Turn on the TV. While holding down the RESET button on the remote
control, press the POWER button on the TV. (The TV will turn itself off, then
back on again.) Release the RESET button.
Press the RESET button on the remote control while in the Video Menu (see
page 78).
Press the RESET button on the remote control while in the Audio Menu (see
page 80).
Be sure the Video Label option is not set to Skip (see page 90).
If a menu option appears in gray, this indicates that the TV is in a state in
which the menu option is not available.
In the password screen (see page 86), enter the following master password:
4357. The master password clears your previous password; it cannot be
used to temporarily unblock channels.
This is a normal sound that results from the TV automatically degaussing
each time it is turned on.
The STAND BY LED (see page 13) blinks when the TV is turned on, then
shuts off when the picture is displayed. If the LED blinks continuously, this
may indicate the TV needs service.
The TIMER LED (see page 13) indicates that the timer is set (page 91).
When the timer is set, this LED will remain lit even when the TV is turned
off.
Be sure that you have not connected the digital cable box to the TV’s TO
CONVERTER jack. This jack is not compatible with digital cable boxes.
If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter, as
described on pages 26-27, you must use a special bi-directional splitter that
is designed to work with your digital cable box. Contact your cable
provider for details.
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Specifications
Power Requirements
Inputs/Outputs
DVI-HDTV
FD Trinitron® tube
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
NTSC, American TV Standard
VHF
2-13
UHF
14-69
CATV
1-125
120V, 60 Hz
Other Info
Picture Tube
Antenna
Television System
Channel Coverage
1 terminal, 3.3V T.M.D.S., 50 ohms
Component Video Input
CONTROL S (IN/OUT)
Variable/Fixed Audio (OUT)
Supplied Accessories
Visible Screen Size
Actual CRT Size
KV-34XBR910
Mass
SETUP
Power Consumption
KV-30XBR910
KV-34XBR910
In Use
In Standby
898 x 607 x 563 mm
(35 3/8 x 23 7/8 x 22 1/8 in)
994 x 652 x 605 mm
(39 1/8 x 25 5/8 x 23 7/8 in)
70 kg (155 lbs)
90 kg (199 lbs)
280 W
1W
SETUP
KV-30XBR910
Audio (IN)
SETUP
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Video (IN)
S Video (IN)
SETUP
Speaker Output
The DVI-HDTV input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is
not intended for use with personal computers.
4 total (1 on front panel)
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
3 total (1 on front panel)
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms
7 total (1 on front panel)
500 mVrms (100% modulation)
Impedance: 47 kilohm
2 (Y, PB , PR)
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative;
PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
1
1
More than 408 mVrms at the maximum volume
setting (Variable)
More than 408 mVrms (Fixed)
Impedance (output): 2 kilohms
Remote Control
RM-Y188
AA (R6) Batteries
2 supplied for remote control
KV-30XBR910
30 in (762 mm) picture measured diagonally
KV-34XBR910
34 in (863.6mm) picture measured diagonally
KV-30XBR910
32 in (812.8 mm) picture measured diagonally
KV-34XBR910
36 in (914.4 mm) picture measured diagonally
7.5 W x 2 + 15 W subwoofer
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Optional Accessories
A/V Cable (VMC-810/820/830 HG)
❑
Audio Cable (RKC-515HG)
❑
Component Video Cable (VMC-10/30 HG)
❑
TV Stand for KV-30XBR910: SU-30XBR1
TV Stand for KV-34XBR910: SU-34XBR1
Other Info
❑
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Index
0-9 buttons 45, 50
16:9 aspect ratio 52
4:3 aspect ratio 52
4:3 Default settings 83
A
Advanced Video 79
ANT button 44, 50
antenna, connecting 17
Audio Menu 77, 80
Audio Out 81
audio receiver, connecting 39
Auto Program (channel setup)
41, 84
Auto SAP, MTS setting 80
AUX jack, described 15
AV1-3/DVD slide switch 46
B
balance, adjusting 80
bass, adjusting 80
batteries, inserting in remote 43
bilingual audio 80
blocking programs. See ratings.
brightness, adjusting 78
C
cable
connecting 17
setting On/Off 84
with VCR, connecting 24
cable box
connecting with VCR 26
Twin View issues 53
using with TV remote
control 59
Caption Vision 89
CATV. See cable
CH buttons 13, 45, 50
changing picture size, in Twin
View 55
Channel Fix 84
Channel Menu 77, 84
Channel Skip/Add 85
channels
creating labels 85
setting up 41
CineMotion 10, 44, 79
ClearEdge VM 79
ClearEdge VM Velocity
Modulation 10
clearing, Favorite Channels 56
closed caption modes 77, 89
CODE SET button 45
color, adjusting 78
Component Video Inputs 10
CONTROL S 40
CONTROL S IN/OUT jacks,
described 15
Cool, Color Temperature 78
D
degauss 100
Demo, Menus 91
Digital Reality Creation 9
Digital Visual Interface (DVI) 10
DISC MENU button 46, 59
DISPLAY button 45, 50
DRC Mode 79
DRC MODE button 44
DRC Palette 79
DRC. See Digital Reality Creation.
DVD player
using with TV remote
control 59
with A/V connectors,
connecting 36
DVI. See Digital Visual Interface.
DVI-HDTV 101
E
Effect button 46
ENTER button 45, 50
error messages, Memory Stick 98
F
Fast-forward button 46
Favorite Channels 10
clearing 56
in Channel Menu 84
using 56
features 9
Fixed audio setting 81
FREEZE button 46, 57
Freeze, using 57
Full mode, setting 82
G
GUIDE button 45
H
HD Detailer 10
HD/DVD IN
(1080i/720p/480p/480i)
jacks, described 15
hue, adjusting 78
I
INDEX button 44, 51
interlaced 9, 44, 79, 94
J
joystick 44
JUMP button 44, 50
L
label
channels 85
Language, setting 90
M
MDP, using with TV remote
control 59
Memory Stick
features 61
Index 66
indicator (LED) 13
inserting 63
insertion slot 13
panning photos 70
photo options 69
playing movies 71
precautions 76
removing 65
103
SETUP
SETUP
Welcome
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rotating photos 70
slide show options 73
troubleshooting 97
viewing photos 68
zooming photos 70
Memory Stick button 13, 45
Memory Stick Viewer 10
MENU button 13, 44, 46, 50, 77
Menus
Audio 77, 80
Channel 77, 84
Parent 77, 86
Screen 77, 82
Setup 89
Video 77, 78
Mono, MTS setting 80
Movie mode 78
movies
viewing thumbnails 66
MTS 80
MUTING button 44, 50
N
Neutral, Color Temperature 78
Normal mode, setting 82
Other Info
SETUP
SETUP
O
off, turning off the TV 13
on, turning on the TV 13
P
Parent Menu 77, 86
parental control, described 10
password, changing 86
Pause button 46
photos
viewing thumbnails 66
PIC MODE button 45
picture contrast, adjusting 78
Picture in Picture. See Twin View.
Play button 46
POWER button 13
power cord, removing from
holder 11
powering on/off, the TV 13
presetting channels 84
Pro (Video) mode 78
problems, troubleshooting 95–
100
progressive 9, 44, 79, 94
104
R
ratings, setting 86–88
ratings, viewing blocked
programs 87, 88
Record buttons 46
remote control
inserting batteries 43
programming 47–48
removing, Favorite Channels 56
RESET button 44
resetting
Audio options 80
Video options 78
Rewind button 46
S
S VIDEO jack, described 13, 15
SAT/CABLE FUNCTION button
44
SAT/CABLE POWER button 45
satellite receiver, using with TV
remote control 58
Screen Menu 77, 82
Scrolling Index 10
Scrolling Index, using 51
SELECT button 46
setting up channels 41
Setup Menu 89
sharpness, adjusting 78
Simulated, Effect 80
sizing, picture in Twin View 55
SLEEP button 44
speakers
turning on/off 81
using external speakers 81
specifications 101
STAND BY indicator 13, 100
Standard mode 78
Steady Sound, described 10
Steady Sound, setting 80
Stereo, MTS setting 80
Stop button 46
surround sound 80
SYSTEM OFF button 46
T
Tilt Correction 41, 90
tilt, correcting 41, 90
Timer 91
TIMER indicator 13, 100
timers, setting 91
TO CONVERTER 15
transport buttons 46
treble, adjusting 80
troubleshooting 95–100
TruSurround 80
TruSurround, Effect 80
turning on/off the TV 13
TV FUNCTION button 44, 50
TV POWER button 45, 50
TV/VCR button 46
TV/VIDEO button 44, 50
Twin View
described 10
using 53–55
Twin View button 45
V
Variable audio setting 81
VCR
using with TV remote
control 58
with cable box, connecting
26
with cable, connecting 24
with satellite receiver,
connecting 32
VCR/DVD button 46
Vertical Center 83
Vertical Correction 41, 90
Vertical Size, adjusting 83
VHF/UHF jack, described 15
VIDEO (L/R)/AUDIO jacks,
described 15
Video Menu 77, 78
Video modes, selecting 78
Vivid mode 78
VOL buttons 13, 44, 50
W
Warm, Color Temperature 78
Wega, described 9
Wide Mode 82
Wide Screen, described 9
Wide Zoom mode, setting 82
widescreen 10
Z
zoom feature, with Twin View 55
Zoom mode, setting 82
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Color TV
LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty is applicable to U.S. residents only. If you are a Canadian resident, see the separately enclosed warranty for
your product.
Sony Electronics Inc. (“Sony”) warrants this Product (including any accessories) against defects in material or
workmanship, subject to any conditions set forth as follows:
1. LABOR: For a period of 90 days from the date of purchase, if this Product is determined to be defective, Sony will
repair or replace the Product, at its option, at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any Sony authorized service
facility. After the Warranty Period, you must pay for all labor charges.
2. PARTS: In addition, Sony will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts for
a period of one (1) year (color picture tube- two (2) years). After 90 days from the date of purchase, labor for
removal and installation is available from Sony authorized service facilities or a Sony Service Center at your
expense.
3. ACCESSORIES: Parts and labor for all accessories are for one (1) year.
In-home diagnostic warranty service is provided during the initial 90 day period for 19” (measured diagonally), or larger
screen size through a Sony authorized service facility.
To obtain warranty service, you must take the Product, or deliver the Product freight prepaid, in either its original packaging
or packaging affording an equal degree or protection, to any authorized Sony service facility.
This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal reception problems.
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence,
commercial use, or modification of, or to any part of the Product, including the antenna. This warranty does not cover
damage due to improper operation or maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone
other than facility authorized by Sony to service the Product. This warranty does not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH
ALL FAULTS, or consumables (such as fuses or batteries). This warranty is valid only in the United States.
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is within the Warranty
period must be presented to obtain warranty service.
This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the Product.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH
OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allows limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In addition, if you enter into a
service contract with the Sony Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale, the limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts does not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state.
For your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. has established telephone numbers for frequently asked questions:
To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you, or for service assistance or resolution of a service problem, or for product
information or operation, call:
Sony Customer Information Service Center
1-(800)-222-7669
Or visit the Sony Web Site:
www.sony.com
For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer, call:
1-(800)-488-SONY(7669)