Sony FD Trinitron WEGA KV

© 2004 by Sony Corporation

Connecting Additional Equipment

4-101-940-21 (1)

Operating Instructions

KV-32FS120

KV-36FS120

User Guide


WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, 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.

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.

Note to the CATV Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Operate the TV only on 120 V AC.

One blade of the power plug is wider than the other for safety purposes and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

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If any liquid or solid object falls into the TV, unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further.

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 channel 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 results of misuse.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

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You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

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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Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Protecting the TV

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To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the ventilation openings.

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Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

Note on Caption Vision

This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with § 15.119 of the FCC rules.

Use of this television 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.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover of this manual and at the rear of your TV.

Trademarks and Copyrights

ENERGY STAR is a registered mark.

As an ENERGY STAR

®

Partner, Sony has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR for energy efficiency.

®

guidelines

SRS and the (

)

Labs, Inc.

® symbol are trademarks of SRS

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP 4638258,

5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

WEGA, FD Trinitron, Steady Sound and Caption

Vision are registered trademarks of Sony

Corporation.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Attachments

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

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.

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

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.

This set may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug

(a plug having one blade wider than other). 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 still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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

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 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 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.

Object and Liquid Entry

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.

Ventilation

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.

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Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.

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.


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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.

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 provides 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 NEC

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H)

Lightning

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.

Service

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 — this indicates a need for service.

Servicing

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.

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.

User Guide

Contents

Introduction

Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA

®

Features......................................................................... 1

About this Manual.......................................................................................................................... 2

Batteries for the Remote Control .................................................................................................. 2

Front Panel Menu Controls ........................................................................................................... 2

Using the Remote Control

Remote Control Description.......................................................................................................... 3

Programming the Remote Control............................................................................................... 5

Using your TV Remote Control with Other Equipment........................................................... 7

Connecting Your TV

TV Rear Panel .................................................................................................................................. 9

Basic Connections ......................................................................................................................... 10

Connecting Additional Equipment............................................................................................ 11

Using Basic Functions

Setting Up the TV.......................................................................................................................... 23

Quick Start to the Menus ............................................................................................................. 24

Using the Menus

How to Access Menus.................................................................................................................. 27

Using the Video Menu ................................................................................................................ 28

Using the Audio Menu ............................................................................................................... 29

Using the Channel Setup Menu................................................................................................. 31

Using the Parental Control Menu .............................................................................................. 33

Parental Control..................................................................................................................... 34

United States: Selecting Custom Rating Options.............................................................. 36

Canada: Selecting Custom Rating Options........................................................................ 38

Using the Timer Menu ................................................................................................................ 39

Using the Setup Menu................................................................................................................. 40

Other Information

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 41

Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 45

Index

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony FD Trinitron WEGA ® .

®

Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features

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Some of the features you will enjoy include:

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FD Trinitron Flat CRT — Delivers a picture with uncompromising accuracy and outstanding image detail via a technologically advanced tube.

Y, P

B

, P

R

Inputs — Provides component video inputs for superior picture quality

(480i only).

BBE — Gives sound more impact by using audio technology to compensate for phase effects in speakers.

SRS — Produces a dynamic three-dimensional sound for stereo programs.

Parental Control (V-Chip) — Helps parents monitor what their children watch on TV by establishing rating limits.

ClearEdge VM — Sharpens picture definition to give objects a crisp, clean edge.

Favorite Channels — Provides instant access to your favorite channels with the touch of a button.

Info Banner — Displays the name and the remaining time of the current program viewed, if available.

Universal Remote Control — Operates your connected cable box, VCR, digital satellite receiver, DVD player, or DVD/VCR combination unit.

Energy Star

®

— Meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.

Front Panel Controls — Allows access to the on-screen menus without the use of a remote control.

Front A/V Inputs — Lets you quickly connect video games, camcorders, or stereo/mono equipment.

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About this Manual

This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV. It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver, stereo system, or camcorder. Once your TV is connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on-screen menus.

Batteries for the Remote Control

Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the following illustration as a guide.

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Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to six months. If the remote control does not operate properly, the batteries might be worn out.

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If you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.

Front Panel Menu Controls

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The front Audio/Video panel controls allow you to access the menu without the remote control.

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Press to display the on-screen menu.

Use the and

buttons on the front Audio/Video panel instead of your remote control.

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Use the button on the front Audio/Video panel to navigate through the menus, then select an item. The front panel controls also allow you to change your channels (CH+/-), adjust the volume (VOL +/-), and change video inputs.

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To navigate the menus with your remote control, see “Using the Menus” on page 27.

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Using the Remote Control

Remote Control Description

F

G

R

S

T

U

Button

1

MUTING

K

2

SYSTEM OFF

L

M 3

TV/VCR/DVD

N

O

P

4

PICTURE MODE

Q

5

6

JUMP

7

8

SLEEP

TV/SAT

RESET

9

VOL (volume)

q;

CODE SET

Description

Press to turn off the sound. Press again or press to restore sound.

Press to turn off the equipment programmed into the remote control. See “Programming the Remote

Control” on page 5. This button does not work with

DVD/VCR combo units, and may not work with older Sony equipment.

Press to change the VHF/UHF output of the VCR

(or DVD/VCR combination unit). If you have a non-Sony VCR or DVD, you will need to program the remote control to recognize your VCR or DVD.

For details, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 5.

Press repeatedly to step through the available video picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, and Pro.

Also available in the Video menu. See “Using the

Video Menu” on page 28 for details.

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.

Cancel by pressing until Sleep Off appears.

Press to jump back and forth between two channels.

The TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that you selected. JUMP will not work if any FUNCTION Mode (VCR/DVD, SAT/

CABLE, TV) is activated.

Press to switch between the TV and SAT (satellite) inputs when in SAT FUNCTION mode.

Press for a direct selection of Effect settings

(Simulated, SRS, Off) when the remote is in TV

FUNCTION mode. See “Using the Audio Menu” on page 29 for details.

Press to return to factory settings while in an on-screen menu.

Press (+) or (-) to adjust the volume.

Press to program your remote control to operate connected video equipment. See “Programming the

Remote Control” on page 5.

3

4

Button

qa

POWER buttons

Press to turn on and off the TV and other audio/ video equipment you have programmed into the remote control. For instructions, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 5.

qs

FUNCTION buttons

Press to select the equipment (VCR/DVD, SAT/

CABLE, TV) that you want to operate with the remote control. The indicator (LED) lights up momentarily when pressed to show which device the remote control is operating.

qd

VCR/DVD

(operating)

and

(to record)

m

Press to operate your VCR or DVD. The VCR or

DVD must be programmed into the remote control.

For instructions, see “Programming the Remote

Control” on page 5.

Press the button and the button at the same time to record programs with your VCR. The remote control must be programmed before you can use REC.

Rewind.

M

Description

x

X

Fast-forward.

Play.

Stop.

Pause. Press again to resume normal playback.

qf

TV/VIDEO

qg

DISPLAY

qh

MTS/SAP

qj

0 9

ENTER

and

Press to cycle through available video inputs.

Press once to display the current time (if set) and the program status such as channel number,

Channel Label (if set), video input, Video Label (if set), and Info Banner (if set). Press again to turn off the display.

Press to cycle through the Multi-channel TV Sound

(MTS) options: Stereo, Auto SAP (Second Audio

Program), and Mono.

Press to change channels. The channel changes after two seconds.

qk

GUIDE

Press to display the program guide of your satellite receiver.

ql w;

MENU

wa

CH (channel)

Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the on-screen menus. Press the center button to select an option.

To use Favorite Channels, exit all menus and press

. Press

F

or f

to move the cursor to the desired channel number and press . See “Favorite

Channels” on page 31 for details.

Press to display the on-screen menu. Press again to exit the menu at any time.

Press to change channels. To scan rapidly through the channels, press and hold down the CH+ or CH- button.

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If you lose your remote control, see page 42.

Programming the Remote Control

If you have video equipment other than Sony brand (or if you have a Sony DVD/VCR combination unit) that you want to control with the TV’s remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control.

1

Check the list of “Manufacturer’s Codes” on page 6 and find the three-digit code number for the manufacturer of your component. If more than one code number is listed, use the number listed first.

2

Press .

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The and FUNCTION button will flash when you press .

3

Press or FUNCTION button to indicate the type of component you want to program with the remote control.

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You must do step 4 within 10 seconds of step 3, or you must redo steps 2 and 3.

4

Use the

5

Press .

0 9

buttons to enter the three-digit manufacturer’s code number.

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To check if the code number works, aim the TV’s remote control at the component and press the green POWER button (VCR/DVD, SAT/CABLE) that corresponds with that component. If it responds, you are done. If not try using another code listed for that manufacturer.

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If you have problems programming your remote control, see “Troubleshooting” on page 42.

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Manufacturer’s Codes

VCRs

Manufacturer

Sony

Admiral

(M. Ward)

Code

301, 302, 303

327

Aiwa 338, 344

Audio Dynamic 314, 337

Broksonic

Canon

319, 317

309, 308

Citizen

Craig

Criterion

Curtis Mathes

Daewoo

DBX

Dimensia

Emerson

332

302, 332

315

304, 338, 309

341, 312, 309

314, 336, 337

304

319, 320, 316, 317,

318, 341

Fisher

Funai

330, 335

338

General Electric 329, 304, 309

Go Video 322, 339, 340

Goldstar

Hitachi

Instant Replay 309, 308

JC Penney 309, 305, 304, 330,

314, 336, 337

JVC

332

306, 304, 305, 338

Kenwood

LXI (Sears)

314, 336, 337, 345,

346, 347

314, 336, 332, 337

332, 305, 330, 335,

338

Magnavox

Marantz

Marta

Memorex

Minolta

Mitsubishi/

MGA

308, 309, 310

314, 336, 337

332

309, 335

305, 304

323, 324, 325, 326

Multitech

NEC

Olympic

Optimus

Panasonic

Pentax

325, 338, 321

314, 336, 337

309, 308

327

308, 309, 306, 307

305, 304

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Philco

Philips

Pioneer

Quasar

308, 309

308, 309, 310

308

308, 309, 306

RCA/PROSCAN 304, 305, 308, 309,

311, 312, 313, 310,

329

Realistic 309, 330, 328, 335,

324, 338

Sansui

Samsung

Sanyo

Scott

Sharp

Shintom

Signature 2000

(M. Ward)

SV2000

Sylvania

Symphonic

Tashiro

Tatung

Teac

Technics

Toshiba

Wards

Yamaha

Zenith

314

322, 313, 321

330, 335

312, 313, 321, 335,

323, 324, 325, 326

327, 328

315

338, 327

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

Sony

Panasonic

Pioneer

Code

701

704, 710

702

DVD/VCR Combination

Units

Manufacturer

Sony

Broksonic

JVC

Panasonic

Samsung

Toshiba

Code

601

605

604

609

603

602

DVD Players

Manufacturer

Sony

Hitachi

JVC

Magnavox

Mitsubishi

Onkyo

Oritron

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

RCA

Samsung

Toshiba

Zenith

Code

757

752

755

758

754

760

761

762

759

753

751

758

756

757

Cable Boxes

Manufacturer

Sony

Code

230

Hamlin/Regal 222, 223, 224, 225,

226

Jerrold/G.I./

Motorola

201, 202, 203, 204,

205, 206, 207, 208,

218

Oak

Panasonic

227, 228, 229

219, 220, 221

Pioneer 211, 214, 215

Scientific Altanta 209, 210, 211

Tocom

Zenith

216, 217

212, 213

Satellite Receivers

Manufacturer Code

Sony

DIRECT TV

Dish Network

Echostar

General Electric 802

Hitachi 805

Hughes

Mitsubishi

804

809

801

809

810

810

Panasonic 803

RCA/PROSCAN 802, 808

Toshiba 806, 807

Using your TV Remote Control with Other Equipment

Operating a VCR

Press To

Activate the remote control to operate the VCR (FUNCTION button)

Power on/off the VCR (VCR/DVD green button)

or

0 9

, ENTER

(using tuner)

Change channels

or

Play video tape

Stop

Rewind or Fast-forward a video tape

Pause

and

(Simultaneously)

Record

Switch between VCR and TV inputs

Operating a DVD Player

Press To

Activate the remote control to operate the DVD (FUNCTION button)

0 9

, ENTER

Power on/off the DVD (VCR/DVD green button)

Select chapters

or

Search chapters forward or backward

Play DVD

Stop

Pause

Search the picture forward or backward during playback

Display the DVD menu

Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the menu, and the center button to select an option

Switch between DVD and TV inputs

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Operating a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

Press To

Activate the remote control to operate the cable box or satellite receiver

(FUNCTION button)

Power on/off the cable box or satellite receiver (SAT/CABLE green button)

or

0 9

, ENTER

(using tuner)

Change channels

Change back to previous channel

Display channel number (satellite receiver)

Display SAT Guide (satellite receiver)

Display SAT Menu (satellite receiver)

Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the menu, and the center button to select an option (satellite receiver)

Press to switch between the TV and SAT inputs (satellite receiver)

Operating a DVD/VCR Combination Unit

Press To

Activate the remote control to operate the DVD/VCR (FUNCTION button)

Power on/off the DVD/VCR Combination unit (VCR/DVD green button)

or

When the VCR is not playing, tuner

Display the DVD Menu

switches between the DVD player and VCR’s

Play

Stop

Pause

Rewind or fast-forward a video tape (VCR)

Search the picture forward or backward during playback (DVD)

Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the menu, and the center button to select an option (DVD)

and

(Simultaneously)

Record (VCR)

or

0 9

,ENTER

(using tuner)

Change channels (VCR)

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Connecting Your TV

Read this section before setting up your TV for the first time. This section explains how to make the basic connections and how to connect optional equipment.

TV Rear Panel

Jack

1 VHF/UHF

2 S VIDEO

3 VIDEO/AUDIO

L(MONO), R

4 Y, P

B

, P

R

/ L, R

5 AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L(MONO), R

1

1

S VIDEO

3 4

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

Y

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

2 3 4 5

Description

This input connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable.

This input connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the VHF/UHF jacks or the video input jack. S VIDEO does not provide sound, so you still must connect the audio cables.

This input connects to the AUDIO/VIDEO output jacks on your

VCR or other video equipment. A third video input jack

(VIDEO 2) is located on the front panel of the TV. These

AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks provide better picture quality than the VHF/UHF jack.

This input connects to the component video Y, P

B

, P

R

, and

AUDIO L, R jacks on your DVD player or digital set-top box

(480i only).

This jack connects to the AUDIO input jacks on your audio equipment. You can listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.

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Basic Connections

TV with Cable, Indoor, or Outdoor Antenna

Depending on the cable system available in your home, choose one of the connections below:

Use option A to connect the TV to a cable system or an antenna with a 75-ohm cable

(usually built into newer homes).

✍

Converter EAC-25 is commercially known as a 300-to-75 ohm antenna adapter.

Use option B to connect the TV to a dipole antenna, also known as a “rabbit ears antenna“

(usually found in older homes).

✍

If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna, you may need to adjust the orientation of the antenna for the best reception.

10


Connecting a TV and VCR

1

From cable/antenna

2

VCR

LINE

IN

LINE

OUT

VIDEO AUDIO L AUDIO R

Rear of TV

1

S VIDEO

3

4

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

Y

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

Audio R (red)

Audio L (white)

Video (yellow)

Optional connection

1

Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your

VCR.

2

Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF jack on the TV.


❏

❏

If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you can get better picture quality by connecting audio/video cables (not supplied) from AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your VCR to

AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.

For better picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow video cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound, so you still must connect the audio cables.

Using your TV with this connection

❏

❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR (see page 5).

To activate your remote, press (FUNCTION button) to operate your VCR. In order to do this, first program your remote control, then use the Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 31).

Press repeatedly to switch between VCR input (VIDEO input) and VHF/UHF

(local channels).

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TV and Cable Box

Some cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all channels. If you subscribe to such type of service, use this connection.

Cable box

1

From cable/ antenna

LINE

OUT


2

Rear of TV

1

S VIDEO

3 4

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

Y

P

B

P

R

L

R

1

Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box.

2

Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the

VHF/UHF jack on your TV.


❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box (see page 5).

To activate your remote, press (FUNCTION button) to operate your cable box. Then use

0 9

buttons or CH+/- buttons to change the channels. In order to do this, first program your remote control, then use the Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 31).

12

Connecting a TV, VCR, and Cable Box

✍

DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS: If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a special bidirectional splitter (5-900 Mhz mininum) that is designed to work with your digital cable box.

Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles some channels (pay channels), but not all of them. This setup allows you to:

❏

❏ change channels through your cable box or VCR when you are receiving a scrambled signal change channels through your TV

Rear of TV

VCR

1

S VIDEO

3

4

Y

P

B

P

R

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

LINE

IN

LINE

OUT


2b

Video (yellow)

Audio L (white)

Audio R (red)

3

4

1

Splitter

LINE

OUT


Cable

2a

Cable box

5

1

Connect the single input jack of the splitter (not supplied) to your incoming cable connection.

2

Using coaxial cables (not supplied), connect the two output jacks of the splitter

(not supplied) to:

a) the IN jack on your cable box

b) the VHF/UHF jack on the TV

3

Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack on your VCR.

4

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your VCR to


13

5

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your cable box to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.


❏



❏

❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR or cable box (see page 5).

To activate your remote, press (FUNCTION button) to operate your VCR or

(FUNCTION button) to operate your cable box. In order to do this, first program your remote control, then use the Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page

31).

Press repeatedly to switch between VCR input (VIDEO input), VHF/UHF (local channels or unscrambled), or cable box (cable system or scrambled channels).

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Connecting a TV and Satellite Receiver


2

1

Satellite antenna cable

Satellite receiver

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Y

P

B

P

R

L

R

L

R

3

Rear of TV

1

S VIDEO

3 4

Y

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

Audio R (red)

Audio L (white)

Video (yellow)

1

Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver.

2

Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the VHF/UHF jack on your TV.

3

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.


❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your satellite receiver (see page 5).

To activate your remote, press (FUNCTION button) to operate your satellite receiver. See page 7 on how to operate other functions.

❏

Press repeatedly to switch to satellite receiver input (VIDEO input).

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Connecting a TV, VCR, Cable/Antenna, and Satellite Receiver using Composite Video (VIDEO/AUDIO L(MONO), R)

Satellite antenna cable

1

From cable or antenna

Satellite receiver

3a

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Y

P

B

P R

L

R

L

R

2

Splitter

3b

Optional

For Viewing

4

For Recording

LINE

IN

LINE

OUT


VCR

Rear of TV

1

S VIDEO

3

4

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

Y

P B

P

R

L

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

Video (yellow)

Audio L (white)

Audio R (red)

5

For Playback

6

For Viewing

1

Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver.

2

Connect the single input jack of the splitter (not supplied) to your incoming cable/antenna

(optional connection to view local channels or broadcast).

3

Using coaxial cables (not supplied), connect the two output jacks of the splitter

(not supplied) to:

a) the IN jack on your satellite receiver

b) the VHF/UHF jack on the TV

4

Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your satellite receiver to the

VHF/UHF IN on your VCR.

5



6

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.

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❏

❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR or satellite receiver (see page 5).


(FUNCTION button) to operate your satellite receiver.

Press repeatedly to switch between VCR input (VIDEO input), VHF/UHF

(local channels or unscrambled), or your cable box (cable system or scrambled channels).

17

Connecting a TV, VCR, and Satellite Receiver using

Component Video (Y, P

B

, P

R

)

Rear of TV

4

Y (green)

P

B

(blue)

P

R

(red)

1

Y

P

B

6

L

R

VIDEO 1

L

R

Satellite

Receiver

LINE

IN

LINE

OUT


VCR

7

Audio R

(red)

Audio L

(white)

5

2


3

Video (yellow)

Audio L (white)

Audio R (red)

1

S VIDEO

3 4

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

Y

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

1

Connect the coaxial cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on the satellite receiver.

2

Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the IN jack on your VCR.

3

Using a coaxial cables (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the

VHF/UHF jack on your TV.

4

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your VCR.

5



6

Using component video cables (not supplied), connect Y, P

B

, P

R

OUT on your satellite receiver to Y, P

B

, P

R

IN on your TV.

7

Connect AUDIO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO IN on your TV.


❏

❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR or satellite receiver (see page 5).

Turn on your VCR to enable your satellite receiver to work with this connection.

❏


(FUNCTION button) to operate your satellite receiver.

Press repeatedly to switch between VCR input (VIDEO input), VHF/UHF

(local channels or unscrambled), or your cable box (cable system or scrambled channels).

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Connecting a DVD Player using Composite Video (VIDEO/AUDIO L(MONO),R)

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.

Rear of TV

Rear of DVD Player

1

S VIDEO

3 4

Y

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

L

(MONO)

R


Audio R (red)

Audio L (white)

Video (yellow)


❏


Connecting a DVD Player using Component Video (Y, P

B

, P

R

/R, L)

If your DVD player is equipped with component video outputs (Y, P

B

, P

R

), you can improve the picture quality by using component video cables (480i only).

Rear of TV

Rear of DVD Player

1

S VIDEO

3 4

Y

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

P

R

P

B

(red)

(blue)

Y (green)

Audio L (white)

Audio R (red)

2

1

1

Make sure your DVD player is set up (See page 41). Using component video cables

(not supplied), connect Y, P

B

, P

R

OUT on your DVD player to Y, P

B

, P

R

IN on your TV.

2

Connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV.

✍

The Y, P

B

, P

R

outputs on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y, C

B

, and C

R

or Y, B-Y, and R-Y. If so, connect the cables to like colors.


❏

❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your DVD (see page 5).

To activate your remote, press

Press

(FUNCTION button) to operate your DVD.

repeatedly to switch to the DVD player's input (VIDEO input).

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Connecting an Audio System

✍

If you are connecting a Home Theater, please refer to your Home Theater manual for additional connections.

1

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE2) on your stereo.

2

Set the Speaker option to Off. For more instructions, see "Using the Audio Menu" on page

29.

3

After you connect the audio system, you can control the volume level from your TV or audio system.

❏

To control the volume from the TV, use the front panel controls or the VOL +/- buttons on the remote.

❏

To control the volume through the connected audio system, open the Audio Out option on the Audio Menu and select Fixed. For more instructions, see "Using the

Audio Menu" on page 29.

Rear of TV

1

S VIDEO

3 4

Y

P

B

P

R

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

AUDIO-L (white)

AUDIO-R (red)

Line input

Connecting a Camcorder (for playback)

To connect your camcorder, you can use the Audio/Video inputs on either the front or rear panel of the TV. Using the audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.

Front A/V Panel

4-089-016

>

PC

<

A/V output

Audio R (red)

Audio L (white)

Video (yellow)

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Connecting for Video Tape Editing (VCR and Camcorder)

Camcorder

(for playback)

A/V output

VCR

(for playback)

LINE

IN

LINE

OUT


1b

1a or

LINE

IN

LINE

OUT


VCR

(for recording)

Rear of TV

1

S VIDEO

3 4

Y

P

B

P

R

VIDEO

L

(MONO)

R

L

R

AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX)

L

(MONO)

R

Video (yellow)

Audio L (white)

Audio R (red)

2

1

For video tape editing, connect the VCR to the following sources:

❏

If you are connecting a VCR, use audio/video cables (not supplied) to connect

AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your first VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your second VCR

(option 1a).

❏

If you are connecting a camcorder, use audio/video cables (not supplied) to connect

AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your VCR

(option 1b).

2

Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on the second

VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.


❏

❏

Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR (see page 5).

To activate your remote, press (FUNCTION button) to operate your VCR. See page 7 for instruction on how to operate other functions.

21

Using Basic Functions

Setting Up the TV

After you have finished connecting your TV, you can use Auto Program to set up your channels. During Auto Program, the TV will automatically search for available channels and program receivable channels.

✍

When you start Auto Program wait until it is finished; otherwise it will skip over channels that are available. Perform Auto Program again to program receivable channels.

1

Press to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears.

Initial Setup

First please connect cable/antenna

Auto Program [CH+]

Exit

[CH–]

2

Press on the remote control or on the TV front panel to start Auto Program, or press

to exit.

✍

The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program.

To perform Auto Program again

1

Press .

2

Press g

to highlight Channel Menu.

3

Press f

to highlight Cable. Press to select.

4

Press

F or f to highlight On or Off according to how you connected your TV. Press to select.

5

Press f to highlight Auto Program. Press to search for channels.

6

After Auto Program finishes, press to exit.

To reset the TV to factory settings

1

Turn the TV on.

2

Hold down on the remote control.

3

Press and release the POWER button on the TV front panel. The TV will turn itself off, then back on.

4

Release .

23

Quick Start to the Menus

The following settings are available in your on-screen menus. For more details on how to use the menus, see “Using the Menus” on page 27.

Menu Allows you to

V i d e o

Mode: Vivid

Picture

Brightness

Color

Hue

Sharpness

Col o r Temp: Cool

ClearEdge VM: High

Move Select End Adjust your picture settings.

Audio

Treble

Bass

B a l a n c e

S t e a d y S o u n d : O f f

E f f e c t : O f f

MTS: Stereo

S p e a k e r : O n

Audio Out:Fixed

Move Select End

Channel Setup

Favorite Channels

C a b l e : O n

C h a n n e l F i x : O f f

A u t o P r o g r a m

C h a n n e l S k i p / A d d

C h a n n e l L a b e l

Move Select End

Change your audio settings.

Customize your channel settings.

P a r e n t a l C o n t r o l

P a s s w o r d :

Move

24

Select End

Set rating limits on your TV based on program rating or content.

Menu

Timer

T i m e r 1 : S e t

T i m e r 2 : S e t

C u r r e n t T i m e

Move Select End

Setup

C a p t i o n V i s i o n : O f f

I n f o B a n n e r : O f f

V i d e o L a b e l

T i l t C o r r e c t i o n

L a n g u a g e : E n g l i s h

1 6 : 9 E n h a n c e d : O f f

Move Select End

Allows you to

Set the clock on your TV and program scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and Timer 2.

Select closed captioning options (Caption

Vision), display the name of the current program and its remaining time (Info Banner), label video inputs, adjust tilt correction, enhance DVD picture resolution (16:9

Enhanced), or select menu language.

25

Using the Menus

This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting the TV.

Using the Remote Control to Navigate the On-Screen Menus

Move

Select

To navigate on the on-screen menus, use the arrow buttons (

F

, f

,

G

, g

) to move the cursor.

Pressing these arrows will cause the cursor to move in the corresponding direction. Press the center button (

) to select an option.

How to Access Menus

To Access Menus

1

Press to display the on-screen menu.

2

Use the

G

or g

buttons to highlight the desired menu icon. Press to select it.

3

Use the

F

or f

buttons to scroll up and down through the features.

4

Follow the instructions on the screen.

5

For instructions on using a specific menu, see the page in this section that talks about that menu.

6

Press to exit the menu.

✍

Press once to display the on-screen menu, and press again to return to normal viewing. If no buttons are pressed, the menu closes automatically after about 90 seconds.

27

Using the Video Menu

To access the Video menu, use the following steps:

To Display To Select

Press f to highlight an option, then press .

V i d e o

Mode: Vivid

Picture

Brightness

Color

Hue

Sharpness

Col o r Temp: Cool

ClearEdge VM: High

Move Select End

Mode

Customized picture viewing

Use the

F or f buttons to highlight one of the following options, then press to select it.

Vivid:

Standard:

Movie:

Pro:

Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.

Select for a standard picture.

Select for a finely detailed picture.

Select for natural picture and sharpness.

✍

Press

on the remote control for direct access to the picture modes (Vivid, Standard, Movie, Pro).

Picture

Brightness

Color

Hue

Sharpness

Color Temp.

White tint adjustment

ClearEdge

VM

Press

G

to decrease the contrast. Press g

to increase the contrast.

Press

G

to darken the picture. Press g

to brighten the picture.

Press

G

to decrease color saturation. Press g

to increase color saturation.

Press

G

to increase the red tones. Press g

to increase the green tones.

Press

G

to soften the picture. Press g

to sharpen the picture.

Use the


Cool:

Neutral:

Warm:

Gives white colors a blue tint.

Gives white colors a neutral tint.

Gives white colors a red tint.

Sharpens picture definition to give objects a crisp, clean edge. Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight: High, Low, or Off, then press to select it.

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Using the Audio Menu

To access the Audio menu, use the following steps:

To Display To Highlight To Select


Audio

Treble

Bass

B a l a n c e

S t e a d y S o u n d : O f f

E f f e c t : O f f

MTS: Stereo

S p e a k e r : O n

Audio Out:Fixed

Move Select End

Treble

Bass

Balance

Steady Sound

Stabilizes volume

Press

G

to decrease the higher pitched sounds. Press g

to increase the higher pitched sounds.

Press

G

to decrease the lower pitched sounds. Press g

to increase the lower pitched sounds.

Press

G

to emphasize the left speaker. Press g

to emphasize the right speaker.

Use the


On:

Select to stabilize the volume when changing channels.

Off:

Select to turn Steady Sound off.

Effect

Use the


Simulated:

Simulates theater-quality sound for mono programs.

SRS:

Produces a dynamic three-dimensional sound for stereo programs.

Off:

Normal stereo or mono reception.

✍

Press

to directly select Effect settings (Simulated, SRS, Off).

MTS

Multi-Channel

TV Sound

✍

Press

Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight one of the following options, then press

to select it.

Stereo:

Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo.

Auto SAP:

Select to have the TV automatically switch to a Second

Mono:

Audio Program (SAP) when a signal is received.

Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception.

to directly select MTS settings (Stereo, Auto SAP, Mono).

✍

If your TV is set to Auto SAP, some programs may be muted or distorted. If your TV does not output sound, change your Audio MTS setting to Stereo or Mono.

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Speaker

Custom selection of audio output source

Use the

F or f


to select it.

On:

Off:

Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with or without a separate stereo system.

Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV’s sound only through external audio system speakers.

Audio Out

Use to control the TV’s volume through a stereo

Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight one of the following options, then press to select it.

Variable:

Adjust the volume through your TV.

Fixed:

Adjust the volume through a connected stereo.

✍

You can only set Audio Out settings when you have set Speaker to Off.

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Using the Channel Setup Menu

To access the Channel Setup menu, use the following steps:


Channel Setup

Favorite Channels

C a b l e : O n

C h a n n e l F i x : O f f

A u t o P r o g r a m

C h a n n e l S k i p / A d d

C h a n n e l L a b e l


Move Select End

Favorite

Channels

Quick access to favorite channels

1

Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight the position (1-5) where you want to set a favorite channel, then press .

2

Use the

F or f buttons to find the channel you want to add to your favorite channels.

3

Press to select the channel. The TV will automatically change to the selected channel and assign it to the selected position (1-5).

4

Press

G

to return to the Channel Setup menu or press to exit.

✍

To use Favorite Channels, exit all menus and press . Press

F

or f

to move the cursor to the desired channel number and press .

Cable

Use the

F or f


to select it.

On:

Off:

Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable.

Select if you are using a TV antenna.

✍

After changing your cable settings, you will need to perform Auto Program. See “To perform Auto

Program again” on page 23.

Channel Fix

Use the


Off:

2-6:

Channel Fix is not set.

Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box or VCR. Select the appropriate channel (usually 3 or 4) and use the cable box’s or VCR’s remote control for channel selection.

Video 1:

Select from available video inputs when you have connected video equipment (e.g., a satellite receiver) and you want your

TV fixed to it.

✍

You cannot use Favorite Channels, Cable, Channel Skip/Add, or Channel Label when Channel Fix is set.

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Auto Program

Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV. Auto Program will search for available channels and program receivable channels.

Channel

Skip/Add

Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip unwanted channels or add new ones.

1

Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight the position of the desired channel, then press .

2

Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight Skip or Add, then press .

3

Press

G


✍

Press CH + or CH - to skip over channels that have been skipped. You can still use the --9 buttons to directly tune to skipped channels.

Channel

Label

Label up to 40 channels with their call letters

1

Press , then use the

F or f

buttons until you reach the desired channel number.

2

Press to activate the channel.

3

Press f

to highlight Label, then press . Use the

F or f

buttons to display the first call letter or number of the label. Press to select.

Repeat this process until you finish selecting all the call letters.

4

When finished, press to activate.

5

Press

G


32

Using the Parental Control Menu

To access the Parental Control menu, use the following steps:



P a s s w o r d :

U s e [ 0 - 9 ] b u t t o n s t o e n t e r n e w p a s s w o r d

Move Select End

The Parental Control feature helps parents monitor what their children watch on television.

To use the Parental Control Menu

When you select the Parental Control menu, you are prompted to set a 4-digit password. You cannot access the Parent menu settings without this password.

1

Use the

0 9

buttons to enter a 4-digit password.

2

Confirm your password by entering it again.

✍

Keep this manual in a safe place. You need your password for any future access to the Parental

Control menu. If you forget your password, see page 41.

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Parental Control

Setting the Rating

You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock options.


L o c k : O f f

C h a n g e P a s s w o r d

C o u n t r y : U . S . A .

Move Select End

1

With Lock highlighted, press .

If you are not familiar with Parental Guideline rating system, use one of the following preset categories to simplify the rating selection: Child, Youth, Young Adult.

2

Use the

F or f

to highlight the desired rating and press .

Rating

Off

Child

Youth

Young Adult

Custom

TV will allow a maximum rating of

No rating limit

TV-Y, TV-G , G (U.S.), G , C (Canada)

TV-PG , PG (U.S.), 8 ans + (Canada)

TV-14, PG-13 (U.S.), 14+ (Canada)

Select to set more restrictive ratings (see next section)

Changing your Password

1

Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight Change Password and press .

2

Follow steps 1 and 2 for “Using the Parental Control Menu” on page 33.

Select a Country

Select U.S.A. to use US ratings (see pages 36-37) or select Canada to use Canadian ratings (see page 38). If you select a Country (U.S. or Canada) that is not where you live, the rating you select will not be activated.

1

Press f

to highlight Country, then press .

2

Use the

F or f

to highlight the desired country and press

.

34

Information for Parents

To view a program that exceeds the TV rating

❏

Press , then use the

0 9

buttons to enter your password.

✍

Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn Lock to Off. To reactivate your Lock settings, turn the TV off then back on; the TV will return to the settings that you have selected.

Using the Custom Menu

Follow the instructions on the screen to make your custom settings. Select the country desired for your TV’s rating limit.

For more information see page 36 for (U.S. models) and page 38 for

(Canadian models).

✍

Once you have blocked a rating or content, all higher ratings or content will be automatically blocked.

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United States: Selecting Custom Rating Options

For the United States, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: Movie Rating,

TV Rating, and Unrated. (For Canada, see page 38.)

Movie Rating

This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable channels.

Rating Defined as

G

PG

PG-13

R

General audience

Parental guidance suggested

Parents strongly cautioned

Restricted

Movie Rating

G :

P G :

P G - 1 3 :

R :

N C - 1 7 :

X :

NC-17

X

No one 17 and under admitted

Adult audience only

Press to block

Return Select End

TV Rating

The TV rating is divided into two groups: age-based and content-based.

Age

TV Rating

T V - Y :

T V - Y 7 :

T V - G :

T V - P G :

T V - 1 4 :

T V - M A :

F V

D

D

Press to block

Return Select

L

L

L

S

S

S

V

V

V

End

Content

Age

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

Defined as

All children

Directed to older children

General audience

Parental guidance suggested

Parents strongly cautioned

Content

L

S

FV

D

V

Defined as

Fantasy violence

Suggestive dialogue

Strong language

Sexual situations

Violence

TV-14

TV-MA

Mature audience only

✍

The content ratings will increase depending on the level of the age-based rating. For example, a program with a TV-PG V (Violence) rating may contain moderate violence, while a TV-14 V (Violence) rating may contain intense violence.

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Unrated

You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not rated.

Allow

Block

Allows all unrated programs

Blocks all unrated programs

Custom Rating

Movie Rating

TV Rating

Unrated: Allow

Return

Select End

✍

If you choose to block unrated TV programs, please be aware that the following programs may be blocked: emergency broadcasts, political programs, pro, news, public service announcements, religious programs, and weather.

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Canada: Selecting Custom Rating Options

For Canada, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: English Rating, French

Rating, and U.S.A. Rating.

English Rating

These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English.

Rating

C

C8+

G

PG

14+

18+

Defined as

Children

Children 8 years and older

General programming

Parental guidance

Viewers 14 and older

Adult programming

English Rating

C :

C 8 + :

G :

P G :

1 4 + :

1 8 + :

Press to block

Return Select End

French Rating

These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French.

French Rating

Rating

G

8 ans+

13 ans+

16 ans+

18 ans+

Defined as

General

Not recommended for younger children

Not recommended for children under age 13

Not recommended for ages under 16

This program is restricted to adults

G :

8 a n s + :

1 3 a n s + :

1 6 a n s + :

1 8 a n s + :

Press to block

Return Select

U.S.A. Rating

For programs from the United States, see “TV Rating” on page 36.

End

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Using the Timer Menu

To access the Timer menu, use the following steps:


Timer

T i m e r 1 : S e t

T i m e r 2 : S e t

C u r r e n t T i m e

Move Select End

Current Time

Set your TV to the current day and time. Press to open the Current

Time menu:

1

Use the

F

or f

buttons to enter the correct day and time, then press

.

2


✍

You must set the Current Time before you can use Timer 1 or Timer 2.

Timer 1 and

Timer 2

Scheduled viewing

Use the timers to program your TV to turn on and off by day, time, duration, and channel. The timer duration is a maximum of six hours.

When the channel is fixed, it is not necessary to set the channel.

1

Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2, then press

.

2

Use the

F or f

buttons to enter the desired day, start time, duration, and channel, then press . The timer status should be On when the

Timer has been set, and the timer light on the front panel of the TV should be on.

3


✍

Select Off to turn off the Timer. Your previous settings will be saved.

✍

When you perform Auto Program, Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be cleared. Also, in the event of any loss of power, Current Time, Timer 1, and Timer 2 settings will be cleared.

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Using the Setup Menu

To access the Setup menu, use the following steps:


Setup

C a p t i o n V i s i o n : O f f

I n f o B a n n e r : O f f

V i d e o L a b e l

T i l t C o r r e c t i o n

L a n g u a g e : E n g l i s h

1 6 : 9 E n h a n c e d : O f f


Move Select End

Caption

Vision

Closed-

Captioning

Allows you to select from three closed-caption modes for programs that are broadcast with closed captioning.

Use the

F or f


to select it.

Off:

Caption Vision is not activated.

CC1, 2, 3, 4:

Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a program.

Text1, 2, 3, 4:

Displays network/station information.

Info Banner

Displays the name of the current program and its remaining time (if available) when you change the channel or press the DISPLAY button. Use the

F or f

buttons to highlight On or Off. Then press .

Video Label

Label connected equipment

Tilt

Correction

Allows you to identify the video components connected to the TV: VCR,

DVD, etc. When you press TV/VIDEO to switch inputs, the Video Label appears on-screen.

1

Press the

F or f

buttons to highlight the input you want to label and press .

2

Press the

F

or f

buttons to highlight a label and press .

3

Press

G

to return to the Setup menu or press to exit.

Use the

F or f

buttons to set the tilt of the picture from –5 to +5, then press

to activate.

Language

16:9

Enhanced

Display all menus in the language of your choice.

Use the

F or f

buttons to select from one of the following options: English,

Español

(Spanish) and Français (French). Then press .

Provides enhanced picture resolution for wide-screen sources such as DVD.

This is only available when the TV is in Video mode.

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Other Information

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, see

“Contacting Sony” at the end of this section.

General

Problem

I want to reset the TV to the factory settings

The TV is dirty

I lost the parental control password

There is a black box on the screen

There was a blackout or power outage, and now the TV won't turn on and the timer LED is flashing

The digital cable box does not work

Possible Remedies

❏

Turn on the TV. While holding down the RESET button on the remote control, press the POWER button on the TV front panel.

The TV will turn itself off, then back on again. Release the

RESET button.

❏

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.

❏

In the password screen, enter the following master password:

4357. After using the master password, you must create a new password. You cannot use the master to unlock currently blocked channels.

❏

You have selected a text option in the Setup menu (page 40) and no text is available. To turn off this feature, select Off in the

Caption Vision option. If you were trying to select closed captioning, select CC1-4 instead of Text1-4.

❏

Press the POWER button on your remote control or on the TV front panel. If the problem persists, see “Contacting Sony“ at the end of this section.

❏

I can’t connect the

DVD player using component video outputs (Y, P

B

, P

R

)

❏

If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter, as described in page 13, you must use a special bidirectional splitter (5-900Mhz mininum) that is designed to work with your digital cable box.

You must set up your DVD player before you can connect it using component video outputs (Y, P

B

, P

R

). Disconnect the DVD player and set it up, referring to the DVD manual for instructions. Then, connect it to the TV again following the instructions in “Connecting a DVD Player using Component

Video“ on page 19.

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Remote Control

Problem

I cannot operate the remote control

I cannot change channels with the remote control

I lost the remote control


❏

❏

❏

❏

❏

Press TV (FUNCTION) when operating your TV.

Check the orientation of the batteries.

Batteries could be weak. Replace them (page 2).

Move the TV three to four feet away from fluorescent lights.

❏

Make sure you have not inadvertently switched your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting if you are using another device to change channels.

If you are using another device to control channels, be sure that you have pressed the FUNCTION button for that device. For example, if you are using your VCR to control channels, be sure to press the VCR/DVD FUNCTION button (page 4).

❏

You can use the front panel controls to access your menus, change channels, adjust the volume, or change video inputs

(page 2). Contact your nearest Sony Dealer to order a replacement. To find out the nearest dealer, please call our Sony

Direct Accessory and Part Center at 1-800-488-7669 (U.S. residents only).

Programming The Remote Control

Problem

More than one code is listed

I entered the wrong code number

I cannot operate a component with the remote control

When I changed the batteries, the code numbers changed back to the factory settings


❏

Try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your component.

❏

If you enter a new code number, the code number you previously entered at that setting is erased. To reenter the correct code number you must reprogram the remote control

(page 5).

❏

Use the component's own remote control.

❏

Reprogram the remote control (page 5).

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Video

Problem

Double images or ghosts


No picture, no sound

❏

❏

❏

❏

Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

If a red light flashes on the front of your TV for more than a few minutes, disconnect and reconnect the power cord. If the problem continues, call your local service center.

Check the TV/VIDEO setting. When watching TV, set it to TV; when watching video equipment, set it to VIDEO 1, 2, 3 or 4

(page 4).

Make sure you have inserted the batteries correctly into the remote control (page 2).

Try another channel to rule out station trouble.

Poor or no picture, good sound

❏

❏

❏

❏

Adjust the Picture setting in the Video menu (page 28).

Adjust the Brightness setting in the Video menu (page 28).

Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 10).

No color

Snow on the screen

❏

Check the Cable setting in the Channel menu (page 31).

❏

❏

Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 10).

Make sure the channel selected is currently broadcasting.

Dotted lines or stripes

❏

❏

❏

Adjust the Color setting in the Video menu (page 28).

Adjust the antenna.

Move the TV away from other electronic equipment. Some electronic equipment creates electrical noise, which can interfere with TV reception.

❏

Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service.

Audio

Problem

Good picture, no sound

Low or no audio

(TV and cable box)

❏

❏

❏


❏

❏

Press so that Muting disappears from the screen (page 3).

Check your Audio settings. Your TV may be set to Auto SAP in the MTS feature (page 29).

Make sure the speaker option is set to On in the Audio Menu.

Press to adjust your TV's volume.

Some cable boxes have volume level controls. Check and see if your cable box remote has a volume control.

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Channels

Problem

I cannot receive higher number channels (UHF) when using an antenna


❏

❏

Make sure Cable is set to Off in the Channel menu (page 31).

Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in the memory (page 23).

Cable stations don’t seem to work

❏

❏

Make sure Cable is set to On in the Channel menu (page 31).

Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in the memory (page 23).

Contacting Sony

Before calling our Customer Information Services Center, reset the TV to factory settings (see page 23). Please have your TV serial number ready. The number is located on the rear of your TV and on the front cover of this manual.

Our Customer Information Services Center phone number is 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or 1-877-899

SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).

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Specifications

For all models (except as noted)

Television system

Channel coverage

Antenna

Picture tube

Power requirements

Supplied accessories

Inputs/outputs

Optional accessories

American TV standard/NTSC

VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125

75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF

FD Trinitron ® tube

120V, 60 Hz

Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Remote Control RM-Y195 (1)

Inputs 1 video, 1 audio (front)

2 video, 2 audio (rear)

1 S VIDEO

1 RF

1 Y, PB, PR, 1 audio

TV Stand: SU-32FS2 for KV-32FS120

SU-36FS2 for KV-36FS120

Outputs

1 AUDIO OUT

KV-32FS120

Screen size

Speaker output

Power consumption

Visible screen size: 803 mm (32 inches) measured diagonally

Actual screen size: 863.6 mm (34 inches) measured diagonally

10 W x 2

175 W

Less than 1 W in standby

898 x 696 x 576 mm (35 3

/

8

x 27 3

/

8

x 22 5

/

8

inches)

75 kg (165 lbs. 6 oz.)

Dimensions (W/H/D)

Mass

KV-36FS120

Screen size

Speaker output

Power consumption

Dimensions (W/H/D)

Mass

Visible screen size: 911 mm (36 inches) measured diagonally

Actual screen size: 965.2 mm (38 inches) measured diagonally

10 W x 2

180 W

Less than 1 W in standby

985 x 774 x 633 mm (38 3

/

4

x 30 1

/

2

x 24 7

/

8

inches)

98.4 kg (216 lbs. 15 oz.)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Index

A

16:9 Enhanced

40

Audio Out

Auto Program

Auto SAP

30

29

23

,

32

B

Batteries

Inserting in remote

Balance

Bass

29

29

Brightness

28

2

F

H

C

D

Cable

Caption Vision

Channel Fix

31

Channel Label

40

32

Channel Skip/Add

ClearEdge VM

Color

31

28

Color Temperature

Connections

Cable and antenna

Cable Box and Cable

Connecting a Camcorder

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10

12

20

Connecting an Audio System

Component Video (Y, P

B

, P

R

/L,

R)

32

28

TV, VCR, Cable/Antenna, and Satellite

Receiver using Composite Video

(VIDEO/AUDIO L(MONO), R)

VideoTape Editing

(VCR or Camcorder)

Current Time

21

20

DVD Player using Component Video (Y,

P

B

, P

R

/L, R)

DVD Player using Composite Video

(VIDEO/AUDIO L(MONO),R)

TV and Cable Box

TV and Satellite Receiver

TV and VCR

TV, VCR and Cable Box

TV, VCR, and Satellite Receiver using

18

28

11

19

12

15

13

19

16

DISPLAY

4

E

Effect

Off

SRS

29

Simulated

29

29

Hue

28

Favorite Channels

31

I

Info Banner

40

L

Language

40

M

Manufacturer’s Codes

Menus

Audio

Parental Control

Setup

Timer

Video

Mode

Movie

Pro

28

29

Channel Setup

40

39

28

Standard

MTS

Vivid

Auto SAP

Mono

Stereo

28

28

29

29

28

29

31

6

33

P

Parental Control

Picture

28

34

Programming the Remote Control

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R

Remote Control

Programming

5

S

Setting the Rating

English Rating

French Rating

Movie Rating

TV Rating

SLEEP

Speaker

Specifications

Steady Sound

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U.S.A. Rating

Unrated

Sharpness

3

30

28

37

45

29

38

38

36

38

T

Tilt Correction

40

Timer 1 and Timer 2

Treble

29

Troubleshooting

TV Features

1

TV Front Panel

TV Rear Panel

9

2

41

39

V

Video Label

40

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User Guide

Sony Corporation

Printed in U.S.A.

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