Sony XBR KV-32XBR400, XBR KV-36XBR400 TV Operating Instructions

4-075-72721

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© 2000 by Sony Corporation

Operating Instructions

KV-32XBR400 KV-36XBR400

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.

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.

CAUTION

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

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

Note on Cleaning the TV

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 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.

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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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.

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

Safety

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Operate the TV only on 120 V AC.

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The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall 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 should fall inside the cabinet, unplug the TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further.

Installing

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To prevent internal heat buildup, 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.

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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.

As an E

NERGY

S

TAR

Partner,

Sony has determined that this product or product models meets the E

NERGY

S

TAR

guidelines for energy efficiency.

E

NERGY

S

TAR

is a U.S. registered mark.

TruSurround is a trademark of SRS

Labs, Inc. SRS and the SRS symbol are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. in the United States and selected foreign countries. SRS and TruSurround are incorporated under license from SRS

Labs, Inc. and is protected under United

States Patent Nos. 4,748,669 and 4, 841, 572 with numerous additional issued and pending foreign patents. Purchase of this product does not convey the right to sell recordings made with the

TruSurround technology.

FD Trinitron and the Wega logo are trademarks of Sony

Corporation.

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.

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.

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.

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

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, 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.

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.

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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

Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna

Grounding.

Antenna lead-in wire

Ground clamp

Antenna discharge unit

(NEC Section 810-20)

Electrical wire equipment

NEC: National Electrical Code

Ground clamps

Antenna lead-in wire

Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 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.

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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.

Contents

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

Overview................................................................1

Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega......................2

Using the Remote Control ...................................3

Installing the TV

Overview................................................................5

Connecting a Cable or Antenna..........................6

Connecting a VCR and Cable..............................9

Connecting a VCR and Cable Box ....................10

Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing .........11

Connecting a Satellite Receiver.........................12

Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR ...13

Connecting an Audio Receiver .........................14

Connecting a DVD Player with Component

Video Connectors........................................15

Connecting a DVD Player with A/V

Connectors ...................................................16

Connecting a Digital TV Receiver ....................17

Connecting a Camcorder ...................................17

Using the CONTROL S Feature ........................18

Setting Up the TV Automatically .....................18

Using the Features

Overview..............................................................19

Using Favorite Channels....................................20

Using Twin View ................................................21

Using the Freeze Function .................................23

Using the Menus

Overview..............................................................25

Using the Video Menu .......................................26

Using the Audio Menu ......................................28

Using the Channel Menu ...................................30

Using the Parent Menu ......................................31

Using the Timer Menu .......................................34

Using the Setup Menu........................................35

Other Information

Overview..............................................................37

TV Controls and Connectors.............................38

Using the Remote Control .................................40

Troubleshooting ..................................................46

Specifications .......................................................48

Index .....................................................................51

v

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

Overview

This chapter defines the contents of your Wega TV, and provides an overview of how to set up and use basic features.

Topic

Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega

Using the Remote Control

Page

2

3

1

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega

The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is characterized by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-tocorner detail.

You’ll recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you’ll 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.

Features

Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:

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DRC-MF (Digital Reality Creation, Multi Function):

Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC feature doubles vertical and horizontal lines, resulting in four times the density for quality sources such as DVD, Satellite and Digital camcorder.

Twin View

™

:

Using 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, 480p and 480i) simultaneously.

16:9 Enhancement:

Vertical Compression technology that maximizes picture resolution on “anamorphic” or “enhanced for widescreen” sources, including selected DVDs.

Velocity Modulation:

Vertical line enhancement that sharpens picture definition.

Steady Sound:

Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials.

Parental Control:

V-Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming for younger viewers.

Component Video Inputs:

Offers the best video quality for DVD,

(480p, 480i) Digital Set-top box (HD1080i) connections.

S-VIDEO Inputs:

Provides a high-quality image for connected equipment.

Favorite Channel Preview:

Preview up to eight favorite channels without leaving the current channel.

2

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

Using the Remote Control

Inserting Batteries

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the + and

– on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

Remote Control

Overview

MUTING

VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE

POWER

TV

PICTURE

MODE SLEEP DISPLAY ANT

GUIDE

1

4

7

JUMP

2

5

8

0

3

6

9

ENTER

TV/VIDEO

FUNCTION

VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE TV

FREEZE

VOL

FAVORITES

CH

MENU

RESET AV 1 2 3 DVD RM -Y174

TV

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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, or placing it in direct sunlight, near a heater, or where the humidity is high.

Here’s an overview of the buttons on the remote control you will probably use most often. For a complete description of the remote

control, see “Using the Remote Control” on page 40.

To Do This ...

Turn the TV on and off

Select channels directly

Scan through channels

Using the on-screen functions

Use This Button

TV (POWER)

0 – 9 and ENTER

Press 0 – 9 to select a channel, the channel changes after 2 seconds. Press ENTER for immediate selection.

CH +/-

Adjust the volume

Switch video inputs

(such as a VCR)

Display the Menu to make changes to the

TV

View the Favorite

Channels list z

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

VOL +/-

TV/VIDEO

Press repeatedly to toggle through all video inputs.

MENU

For details, see “Using the Menus” on page 25.

FAVORITES

For details, see “Using Favorite Channels” on page 20.

VOL

FAVORITES

CH

Move

MENU

Select

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Installing the TV

Overview

This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV:

Topic

Connecting a Cable or Antenna

Connecting a VCR and Cable

Connecting a VCR and Cable Box

Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing

Connecting a Satellite Receiver

Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR

Connecting an Audio Receiver

Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video

Connectors

Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors

Connecting a Digital TV Receiver

Using the CONTROL S Feature

Setting Up the TV Automatically

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13

14

15

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9

10

11

16

17

18

18

Note About the AC

Power Cord

The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with hook. Use caution when removing the AC plug from its holder. Gently slide the plug in the upward direction to remove from hook. Once removed, the AC power plug should automatically disengage from its stored location.

You can detach the cord from this hook

AC Power cord

5

Installing the TV

Connecting a Cable or Antenna

Connecting Directly to Cable or an

Antenna

The connection you choose depends on the cable found in your home. Newer homes are equipped with standard coaxial cable (see

A ); older homes probably have 300-ohm twin lead cable (see B ); still other homes may contain both (see C ).

A VHF Only or VHF/UHF or Cable

75-ohm coaxial cable

VHF/UHF

Rear of TV

B VHF Only or UHF Only or VHF/UHF

300-ohm twin lead cable

VHF/UHF

Rear of TV

Antenna connector

C VHF and UHF

75-ohm coaxial cable

U/V Splitter

(not supplied)

VHF/UHF

Rear of TV

300-ohm twin lead cable

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Installing the TV

Cable and Antenna

If your cable provider does not feature local channels, you may find this set up convenient.

CATV cable

AUX

Rear of TV

(No connection to

TO CONVERTER)

Antenna cable

TO CONVERTER

VHF/UHF

Select CABLE or antenna (ANT) mode by pressing

ANT

on the remote control.

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In order to receive channels with an antenna, you need to turn your Cable to OFF and

perform the Auto Program function (see page 30).

Cable Box

Connections

Some pay cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all channels.

Cable Box

1

Connect the coaxial connector from your cable service to the cable box’s IN jack.

2

Using a coaxial cable, connect the cable box’s OUT jack to the

TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

Cable

VHF/UHF

Rear of TV

IN

OUT

Cable box

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If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you should

consider using the Channel Fix feature (see page 30).

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Installing the TV

Cable Box and Cable

For this set up, you can switch between scrambled channels (through your cable box), and normal (CATV) channels by pressing ANT on the remote control.

IN

Cable box

OUT

AUX

Rear of TV

TO CONVERTER

75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)

Signal

VHF/UHF

CATV cable (unscrambled channels)

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Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box (see

“Programming the Remote Control” on page 42).

When using Favorite Channel or Twin View, you cannot view the AUX input in the window picture.

z

Pressing ANT switches between these inputs.

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If you are connecting a cable box through the AUX input and would like to switch between the AUX and normal (CATV) input you should consider using the Channel Fix

feature (see page 30).

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Installing the TV

Connecting a VCR and Cable

1

Connect the cable TV cable to the VCR’s IN jack.

2

Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCR’s OUT jack to the TV’s

VHF/UHF jack.

3

Using an A/V cable, connect the VCR’s A/V OUT jacks to the

TV’s A/V IN jacks.

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If your VCR has an S VIDEO jack: For best picture quality, use an S VIDEO connection instead of the yellow video cable on your combined A/V cable. Using an S VIDEO cable, connect the VCR’s S VIDEO OUT jack to the TV’s S VIDEO IN jack. S VIDEO does not provide audio, so audio cables must still be connected to provide sound.

TV

VCR

Coaxial cable

Cable

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

VIDEO (yellow)

A/V cable

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Installing the TV

Connecting a VCR and Cable Box

1

Connect the single (input) jack of the splitter to your incoming cable connection, and connect the other two (output) jacks (using coaxial cable) to IN on your cable box and VHF/UHF on your TV.

2

Using a coaxial cable, connect the cable box’s OUT jack to the

VCR’s VHF/UHF IN jack.

3

Using an A/V cable, connect the VCR’s A/V OUT jacks to the

TV’s A/V IN jacks.

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If your VCR has an S VIDEO jack: For best picture quality, use an S VIDEO connection instead of the yellow video cable on your combined A/V cable. Using an S VIDEO cable, connect the VCR’s S VIDEO OUT jack to the TV’s S VIDEO IN jack. S VIDEO does not provide audio, so audio cables must still be connected to provide sound.

VCR

Cable box

Coaxial cable

TV

Coaxial cable

Splitter

(not supplied)

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

VIDEO (yellow)

A/V cable

10

Installing the TV

Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing

If you connect two VCRs, you can use the TV’s MONITOR OUT feature to perform tape-to-tape editing. In the connection shown below, the TV functions as a monitor and sends the program being played by the playback VCR to the recording VCR.

1

Connect the VCR intended for playback using the connection

instructions on page 10 of this manual.

2

Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO and VIDEO IN on the

VCR intended for recording to MONITOR AUDIO and VIDEO

OUT on your TV.

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You cannot record signals from equipment connected to the Y, P

B

, P

R

input.

TV

VCR (playback)

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

VIDEO (yellow)

A/V cable A/V cable

VCR (recording)

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To perform tape editing, set the TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control.

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Installing the TV

Connecting a Satellite Receiver

1

Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s

SATELLITE IN jack.

2

Using an A/V cable, connect the satellite receiver’s A/V OUT jacks to the TV’s A/V IN jacks.

3

Connect a coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the TV’s

VHF/UHF jack.

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If your satellite receiver has an S VIDEO jack: For best picture quality, use an S VIDEO connection instead of the yellow video cable on your combined A/V cable. Using an S

VIDEO cable, connect the satellite receiver’s VIDEO OUT jack to the TV’s S VIDEO IN jack. S VIDEO does not provide audio, so audio cables must still be connected to provide sound.

TV

Coaxial cable

Satellite receiver

Satellite antenna cable

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

VIDEO (yellow)

A/V cable

12

Installing the TV

Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR

1

Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s

SATELLITE IN jack.

2

Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF IN jack.

3

Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCR’s OUT jack to the TV’s

VHF/UHF jack.

4

Using an A/V cable, connect the satellite receiver’s A/V OUT jacks to the VCR’s A/V IN jacks.

5

Using an A/V cable, connect the VCR’s A/V OUT jacks to the

TV’s A/V IN jacks.

Coaxial cable

Satellite receiver

TV

Coaxial cable

VCR

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

VIDEO (yellow)

A/V cable

13

Installing the TV

Connecting an Audio Receiver

1

Using audio cables, connect the TV’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the audio receiver’s audio LINE IN jacks.

TV

AUDIO-R

(red)

AUDIO-L

(white)

Line input

14

Installing the TV

Connecting a DVD Player with Component

Video Connectors

1

Using three separate component video cables, connect the DVD player’s Y, P

B

, and P

R

jacks to the Y, P

B

, and P

R

jacks on the TV.

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The Y, P

B

, and P

R

jacks 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.

The Y, P

B

, and P

R

jacks do not provide audio, so audio cables must be connected to provide sound.

2

Using an audio cable, connect the DVD player’s audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio IN jacks.

Component video cables

TV

DVD player

Audio cable

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

15

Installing the TV

Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors

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If your DVD player has video component output connectors: for best picture quality use

the connection described on page 15.

1

Using audio cables, connect the DVD player’s audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio IN jacks.

2

Using an S VIDEO cable, connect the DVD player’s S VIDEO jack to the TV’s S VIDEO jack.

TV

DVD player

S VIDEO cable

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

Audio cable

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Installing the TV

Connecting a Digital TV Receiver

1

Using three separate component video cables, connect the Digital

TV Set-top box’s Y, P

B

, and P

R

jacks to the TV.

z

Be sure to read the manual for the Set-top box.

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The Y, P

B

, and P

R

jacks do not provide audio, so audio cables must be connected to provide sound.

Component input (Y, P

B

, and P

R

) is recommended for optimum picture quality. You may also use component video or S Video connections.

2

Using an audio cable, connect the DTV Set-top box’s audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio IN jacks.

TV

Component video cables

DTV Set-top box

S VIDEO

1

VIDEO

2 3

Y

PB

(MONO)

PR

VIDEO

AUDIO/VIDEO OUT

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

Audio cable

Connecting a Camcorder

1

Using A/V cables, connect the camcorder’s A/V OUT jacks to the TV’s A/V IN jacks.

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If you have a mono camcorder, connect its left audio output to the TV’s AUDIO L jack.

For easy connection of the camcorder, the TV has front A/V inputs (shown below).

However, if you prefer, you can also connect the camcorder to the TV’s rear A/V IN jacks.

MENU

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

VIDEO (yellow)

A/V output

17

Installing the TV

Using the CONTROL S Feature

CONTROL S allows you to control your TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control.

To control your other Sony equipment with your TV’s remote control, use a CONTROL S cable (not supplied) to connect the equipment’s

CONTROL S IN jack to the TV’s CONTROL S OUT jack.

TV

Setting Up the TV Automatically

After you finish connecting your TV, you need to run Auto Setup to set up your channels.

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The Auto Setup feature does not apply for installations that use a cable box for all channel selection.

Using Auto Setup

1

Press POWER to turn on the TV.

The first time you turn on the TV, the Auto Setup screen appears.

2

Press CH+ to run Auto Setup or press CH– to exit.

✍

You can run Auto Program by selecting it in the Channel menu, as described on

page 30.

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Using the Features

Overview

This chapter describes how to use new features of your TV, including:

Topic

Using Favorite Channels

Using Twin View

Using the Freeze Function

Page

20

21

23

19

Using the Features

Using Favorite Channels

The Favorite Channel feature lets you select programs from a list of favorite channels that you specify.

To display a list of your favorite channels:

✍

You must specify your favorite channels before you can display them. See the Favorite

Channel description under “Selecting Channel Options” on page 30.

1

Press FAVORITES .

The Favorite Channel options appear.

Preview appears

2

Move the joystick V or v to access the channel you want to watch, and press .

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Using the Features

Using Twin View

Twin View enables you to watch two programs at the same time. You can also change the size of both the left and right pictures.

Displaying Twin

Pictures

To display twin pictures

❑ Press .

,

,

To cancel twin pictures

❑ Press again (or press

Activating the

Picture

Although two pictures appear on the screen at the same time, only one picture is active. For an active picture, you can:

❑

❑

❑

Change channels

Adjust the volume

Switch the input sources from VHF/UHF to cable by pressing

ANT or

TV/VIDEO

to switch the video input.

To activate the right picture

❑ Move the joystick to the right.

,

,

To activate the left picture

❑ Move the joystick to the left.

✍

A blue highlight indicates which is the active picture.

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Using the Features

Changing the

Picture Size

The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right pictures.

To enlarge the left picture (reduce the right):

1

Move the joystick left to activate the left picture (if not already activated).

2

Move the joystick up to enlarge the picture.

To enlarge the right picture (reduce the left)

1

Move the joystick right to activate the right picture

(if not already activated).

2

Move the joystick up to enlarge the picture.

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✍

When you adjust the twin screen sizes, the TV memorizes the change. The next time you use the Twin View function, the memorized sizes appear.

Using the Features

Using the Freeze Function

The FREEZE button allows you to temporarily capture a program’s picture.

You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers, recipes, etc.

To use the FREEZE function

1

When the program information you want to capture is displayed, press the FREEZE button.

2

The TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the “frozen” picture on the right, while the current program continues on the left.

Current program in progress

Frozen picture

Call 555-1234

3

To cancel and return to normal viewing, press the FREEZE button.

✍

Freeze feature is not available if you are already in Twin View mode.

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Using the Menus

Overview

z

To display the menu or clear it at any time, press

MENU.

The Menu gives you access to the following features:

Menu Icon Description

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.

Page

26

Offers enhanced audio options such as listening to second audio programming

(SAP), or customizing the Effect of the sound on your TV.

28

Allows you to set up a Favorite Channel list, run the Auto Program function, and more.

30

Lets you control the viewing of programs based on their ratings.

31

Lets you set the clock on your TV and allows you to program your TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers.

34

Provides several options for setting up your channels, labeling your VIDEO inputs, and selecting the Language of the on-screen menus.

35

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Using the Menus

Using the Video Menu

To select the Video Menu

1

Press MENU .

2

Select .

To restore the factory default settings for Picture, Brightness, Color, Hue, and

Sharpness

❑ Press

RESET

on the remote control when in the Video menu.

Selecting Video

Options

z

As a shortcut to using the menus, use the PICTURE MODE button on the remote control to select video modes.

The Video Menu includes the following options.

Option

Mode

Customized picture viewing

Picture

Brightness

Color

Hue

Sharpness

Color Temp

White intensity adjustment

Description

Vivid

Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.

Standard Recommended for Normal viewing conditions.

Movie

Select for soft, film like, picture.

Pro Select for professional monitor like appearance.

✍

You can alter the Video Menu settings (Picture, Brightness, Color, etc.) for each Mode.

Adjust to increase picture contrast and deepen the color or decrease picture contrast and soften the color.

Adjust to brighten or darken the picture.

Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity.

Adjust to increase or decrease the green tones.

Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture.

Choose from three color temperatures:

Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint.

Neutral

Warm

Select to give the white colors a neutral tint.

Select to give the white colors a red tint

(NTSC-Standard).

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Using the Menus

Option

VM

Velocity

Modulation

DRC-MF

Digital

Reality

Creation-

Multi

Function

Description

Sharpens picture definition to give every object a sharp, clean edge. Select from High, Medium, Low, Off.

Creates a high-resolution picture with 4x density, for high quality sources (i.e. DVD, Satellite).

Select from Interlaced, Progressive.

Interlaced

Recommended for moving pictures.

Progressive

Recommended for still images and text.

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Using the Menus

Using the Audio Menu

To select the Audio Menu

1

Press MENU .

2

Select .

Selecting Audio

Options

To restore the factory default settings for Treble, Bass, and Balance

❑ Press

RESET

on the remote control when in the Audio menu.

The Audio Menu includes the following options:

Option

Treble

Bass

Balance

Steady Sound

Effect

Description

Adjust to decrease or increase higher-pitched sounds.

Adjust to decrease or increase lower-pitched sounds.

Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance.

ON Select to stabilize the volume.

OFF Select to turn off Steady Sound.

TruSurround Select for surround sound. (for stereo programs only)

Simulated

OFF

Adds a surround-like effect to mono programs.

Normal stereo or mono reception.

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Using the Menus

Option

MTS

Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programs

Speaker

Audio Out

Easy control of volume adjustments

Description

Stereo

Auto-SAP

Mono

ON

Select for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast in stereo.

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.)

Select for mono reception. (Use to reduce noise during stereo broadcasts.)

Select to turn on the TV speakers.

OFF

This option can be set only when the Speaker option is set to OFF.

Variable

Sound output varies according to the TV settings. Useful when you want to use the

TV’s remote control to adjust the output through a separate audio system.

Fixed

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

Sound output is held at a fixed level. Use your audio receiver’s remote control to adjust the volume.

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Using the Menus

Using the Channel Menu

To select the Channel Menu

1

Press MENU .

2

Select .

Selecting Channel

Options

z

Channels that you set to be skipped can be accessed only with the 0-9 buttons.

The Channel Menu includes the following options:

Option Description

Favorite Channel

Program up to eight of your favorite channels to appear in your Favorite Channel list. To use Favorite Channels, see

page 20.

Cable ON

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

OFF Select if you are using an antenna.

✍

You should run Auto Program after changing the Cable setting.

Channel Fix

Useful when you have a cable box or satellite receiver connected

2-6

Auto Program

Select to control all channel selection through a cable box or satellite receiver.

Select the appropriate channel number

(usually 3 or 4) and use the cable box or satellite receiver’s remote control for channel selection.

AUX 2-6

VIDEO 1

Select when a cable box or satellite receiver

is connected to the AUX input (see page 8).

Press the ANT button to alternate between.

Select from available video inputs when you have video equipment connected (e.g. satellite receiver) and you want your TV fixed to it.

Automatically programs the TV for all receivable channels.

Channel

Skip/Add

Channel Label

Select to remove or add channels from the channel list when using the CH+/- buttons.

Label up to 20 channels with their station call letters.

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Using the Menus

Using the Parent Menu

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

Select .

3

When prompted, use the 0-9 buttons on the remote control to enter a four-digit password.

4

Confirm your password by entering it again.

✍

You need this password for any future access into the Parental Control Menu. If

you lose your password, see “Lost password” on page 47.

Using the Parent

Menu

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 restrictive ratings, select Custom. z

For descriptions of Child,

Youth, and Young Adult

ratings, see page 32.

The Parent Menu includes the following options.

Option Description

Parental Lock

Turn ratings on/ off and select a rating system

OFF

Child

Youth

Parental lock is off. No programs are blocked from viewing.

Maximum ratings permitted are:

❏

US: TV-Y, TV-G, G

❏

Canada: TV-Y, C, G

Maximum ratings permitted are:

❏

US: TV-PG, PG

❏

Canada: TV-PG, PG, 8 ans+

Young Adult

Custom

Maximum ratings permitted are:

❏

US: TV-14, PG-13

❏

Canada: TV-14, 14+, 13 ans+

Select to set ratings manually.

❏

US: See page 32 for details.

❏

Canada: See page 33 for details.

Change Password For changing your password.

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Using the Menus

US Models:

Selecting Custom

Rating Options

z

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 more intense violence.

z

To ensure maximum blocking capability, the agebased ratings should be blocked.

z

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

For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following

options. For Canadian models, see page 33.

Option

Movie Rating

TV Rating

Block programs by their rating, content or both

Description

G

PG

All children and General Audience.

Parental Guidance suggested.

PG-13

R

Parental Guidance for children under 13.

Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17.

No one 17 and under allowed.

NC-17 and X

Age-Based Options

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

All children.

Directed to older children.

General Audience.

Parental Guidance suggested.

TV-14 Parents Strongly cautioned.

TV-MA

Mature Audience only.

Unrated

Block programs or movies that are broadcast without a rating

Content-Based Options

FV

D

L

S

V

Block

Allow

Fantasy Violence.

Suggestive Dialogue.

Strong Language.

Sexual situations.

Violence.

Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating.

Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating.

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Using the Menus

Canadian Models:

Selecting Custom

Rating Options

Viewing Blocked

Programs

For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the

following options. For US models, see page 32

.

Option

English Rating

French Rating

USA Rating

Description

C

C8+

G

All children.

Children 8 years and older.

General programming.

Parental Guidance.

PG

14+

18+

Viewers 14 and older.

Adult programming.

G

8 ans+

General programming.

Not recommended for young children.

13 ans+

16 ans+

18 ans+

Not recommended for ages under 13.

Not recommended for ages under 16.

Programming restricted to adults.

See “TV Rating” on page 32 for details.

You can view a blocked program by entering the password. Press the

ENTER

button when tuned to a blocked program. 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 Controls settings are reactivated.

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Using the Menus

Using the Timer Menu

To select the Timer Menu

1

Press MENU .

2

Select .

Selecting Timer

Options

To reset the Clock or Timers

❑ Press RESET on the remote control when in the adjustment menu.

The Timer Menu includes the following options:

Option Description

Timer 1

Timer 2

Program

OFF

Select to set the Timer by day, time, duration, and channel.

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

Current Time Set the current time.

Daylight Savings ON Select in the spring to adjust the time during Daylight Saving Time.

OFF Select in the fall to adjust the time at the end of Daylight Saving Time.

✍

Current time must be set before programming timers.

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Using the Menus

Using the Setup Menu

To select the Setup Menu

1

Press MENU .

2

Select .

Selecting

Setup Options

The Setup Menu includes the following options:

Option

Caption Vision

Video Label

Tilt Correction

Language

Description

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

CC1, CC2,

CC3, CC4

Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound effects of a program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.)

TEXT1, TEXT2,

TEXT3, TEXT4

XDS

(Extended Data

Service)

OFF

Displays network/station information presented using either half or the whole screen (if available).

Displays a network name, program name, program length, and time of the show if the broadcaster offers this service.

Turns off Caption Vision.

Allows you to label your inputs so that you can identify connected equipment. Press TV/VIDEO to cycle through the inputs.

VIDEO 1/2/3/4

VIDEO 5/6

VHS, 8mm, Beta, LD, Game, SAT,

DVD, Web, Receiver, DTV, Skip

HD, DVD, DTV, Skip

If you select Skip, your TV skips this connection when you press the TV/VIDEO button.

Allows you to correct any tilt of the picture.

Select from available languages to display all menus in your language of choice.

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Using the Menus

z

To use this feature with widescreen DVDs, set your

DVD player to 16:9 aspect ratio.

Option

16:9 Enhanced

Demo

Description

Provides enhanced picture resolution for widescreen sources, such as DVD (only available when the TV is in

VIDEO mode). Press TV/VIDEO and select from one of the following options:

AUTO

ON

To activate automatically when a

16:9 signal is received.

To activate manually.

OFF To deactivate.

Runs a demonstration of on-screen menus.

✍

AUTO/ON will appear when TV is in video mode 1-6.

ON/OFF will appear when TV is in VIDEO mode 5-6 and the 480p signal occurs.

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Other Information

Overview

This chapter includes the following topics:

Topic

TV Controls and Connectors

Using the Remote Control

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index

Page

38

40

46

48

51

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Other Information

TV Controls and Connectors

Front Panel Menu

Controls

The front panel menu controls allow access to the on-screen menus without the use of a remote control. Pressing the

MENU button brings up the on-screen menus. The arrow buttons move the on-screen cursor in the menus and the ( ) button selects the menu item.

✍

For a description see TV Rear Panel below and Remote Control on page 40

TV Rear Panel

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Connection

AUX

TO CONVERTER

VHF/UHF

S VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

Description

Allows you to view local (terrestrial) and cable channels if your cable provider does not feature local channels.

You can switch between local and cable channels easily by pressing ANT on the remote control.

Lets you set up your TV to switch between scrambled channels (through a cable box), and normal cable channels (CATV).

Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable.

Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other

S VIDEO equipped video component.

Lets you record the program you're watching to a VCR.

When two VCRs are connected, (see page 11), you can

use your TV as a monitor for tape to tape editing. (Not available with 480p, 1080i when input to VIDEO 5, 6)

Other Information

Connection Description

VIDEO

(L/R)/AUDIO

AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX)

L (MONO)/R

Connects to the audio and video OUT jacks on your VCR or other video component. A third video input (VIDEO

2) is located on the front panel of the TV.

Connects to the right and left audio inputs of your audio or video component.

CONTROL-S IN/OUT Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video components.

HD/DVD IN

(1080i, 480p, 480i)

Connects to your DVD player’s or Digital Set-top box’s component video (Y, P

B

, P

R

) and audio (L, R) jacks.

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Other Information

Using the Remote Control

The following table describes the buttons on the remote control that are for more advanced functions.

✍

Main Power button must be turned ON to activate the Remote Control.

Button Descriptions

MUTING

VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE

POWER

TV

PICTURE

MODE SLEEP DISPLAY ANT

GUIDE

1

4

7

JUMP

2

5

8

0

3

6

9

ENTER

TV/VIDEO

FUNCTION

VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE TV

FREEZE

VOL

FAVORITES

CH

Outside Panel

Button

MUTING

VCR/DVD

(POWER)

SAT/CABLE

(POWER)

TV (POWER)

PICTURE MODE

SLEEP

DISPLAY

RESET

MENU

AV 1 2 3 DVD RM -Y174

ANT

GUIDE

0 – 9 and ENTER

JUMP

TV

TV/VIDEO

VCR/DVD

(FUNCTION)

SAT/CABLE

(FUNCTION)

TV (FUNCTION)

Description

Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to restore the sound.

Turns the DVD player, MDP player, or VTR (VCR) on and off.

Turns the satellite receiver or cable box on and off.

Turns the TV on and off.

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

in the Video menu. For details, see “Selecting Video

Options” on page 26.

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. While Sleep feature is set, press once to view remaining time

Press once to display the current time and channel label

(if set) and channel number. Press again to turn Display

off. See page 34 for details on setting the time.

Changes the VHF/UHF input to the AUX input.

Displays the program guide of your satellite antenna.

Press 0 – 9 to select a channel, the channel changes after

2 seconds. Press ENTER for immediate selection.

Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The

TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected.

Cycles through available video inputs: TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2,

VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6.

Activates the remote control for use with a DVD player,

MDP, or VTR (VCR).

Activates the remote control for use with a satellite receiver or cable box.

Activates the remote control for use with the TV.

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MUTING

VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE

POWER

TV

TV/VCR

DVD MENU

REC

1 2

4 5

7

CODE SET

8

0

3

6

9

ENTER

TV/VIDEO

FUNCTION

VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE

TV/DBS

TV

GUIDE

MTS

Button

FREEZE

VOL +/-

FAVORITES z

To scan rapidly through the channels, press and hold down the

CH+ or CH- button.

CH +/-

MENU

RESET

AV 1 2 3 DVD

Other Information

Description

Turns on/off Twin Mode. For details, see “Using Twin

View” on page 21.

Freezes the window picture. Press again to restore the picture.

Adjusts the volume.

Displays the Favorite Channels list. For details, see

“Using Favorite Channels” on page 20.

Scan through channels.

Joystick allows for movement of the on-screen cursor.

Pressing down on the center of the joystick selects the item.

Press to display the TV menu. Press again to exit from the menus.

Resets the TV to the factory default settings for the

Video and Audio menus. (Clears setting on Channel and Timer)

Use to switch control for connected video equipment.

You can program one video source for each switch

position (see page 42).

Inside Panel

TV/VCR m

N

M

DVD MENU

REC x

X

0 – 9 and ENTER

CODE SET

Changes the VHF/UHF output of the VCR.

Rewind

Play

Fast-forward

Displays the DVD menu.

Record

Displays the DVD menu.

M or m during playback

(release to resume normal playback)

Press 0 – 9 to select a VCR channel, the channel changes after 2 seconds. Press ENTER for immediate selection.

Used for programming the remote control to operate non-Sony video equipment. For details, see

“Programming the Remote Control” on page 42.

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Other Information

Programming the

Remote Control

The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment.

Sony

Equipment

Beta, ED Beta VCRs

8 mm VCR

VHS VCR

DVD Player

Switch Position on Remote Control

VTR1

VTR2

VTR3

DVD/MDP

Programmable

Code Number

303

302

301

751

If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the TV’s remote control, use the following procedures to program the remote control.

✍

The equipment must have infrared (IR) remote capability in order to be used with the remote control.

1

Turn to “Programmable Codes” on page 43, and find the three-

digit code number for your equipment. If more than one code number is listed, use the number listed first to complete the following procedure.

✍

You must perform step 3 within 10 seconds of step 2, or you must start again from step 2.

z

To check if the code number works, after step 5 aim the TV’s remote control at the component and press the POWER button that corresponds with that component. If it responds, you’re done. If not, try using the other codes listed for your component.

2

Press CODE SET .

3

Move the slide switch to the desired input.

4

5

Enter the three-digit code number.

Press ENTER .

Tips

❑

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 rare cases, you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control. In this case, 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.

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Programmable Codes

VCRs

Manufacturer Code

Sony

Admiral

(M. Ward)

Aiwa

Audio

Dynamic

301

327

338, 344

314, 337

Broksonic

Canon

Citizen

Craig

319, 317

309, 308

332

302, 332

Criterion 315

Curtis Mathes 304, 338, 309

Daewoo

DBX

341, 312, 309

314, 336, 337

Dimensia

Emerson

304

319, 320, 316,

317, 318, 341

Fisher

Funai

General

Electric

Go Video

Goldstar

Hitachi

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

Kenwood

LXI (Sears)

314, 336, 337,

345, 346, 347

314, 336, 332,

337

332, 305, 330,

335, 338

Magnavox

Marantz

Marta

308, 309, 310

314, 336, 337

332

Manufacturer Code

Memorex

Minolta

Mitsubishi/

MGA

Multitech

NEC

Olympic

Optimus

Panasonic

Pentax

Philco

Philips

Pioneer

Quasar

RCA/

PROSCAN

Realistic

Sansui

Samsung

Sanyo

Scott

Sharp

Shintom

Signature 2000

(M. Ward)

SV2000

Sylvania

309, 335

305, 304

323, 324, 325,

326

325, 338, 321

314, 336, 337

309, 308

327

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

315

338, 327

Symphonic

Tashiro

Tatung

Teac

Technics

Toshiba

338

308, 309, 338,

310

338

332

314, 336, 337

314. 336, 338,

337

309, 308

312, 311

Manufacturer Code

Wards

Yamaha

Zenith

327, 328, 335,

331, 332

314, 330, 336,

337

331

Laserdisc Players

Manufacturer Code

Panasonic

Pioneer

704, 710

702

DVD Players

Manufacturer Code

Sony

Panasonic

Pioneer

RCA

Toshiba

751

753

752

755

754

Cable Boxes

Manufacturer Code

Hamlin/Regal 222, 223, 224,

225, 226

Jerrold/G. I.

201, 202, 203,

204, 205, 206,

207, 208, 218

Oak

Panasonic

Pioneer

Scientific

Atlanta

Tocom

Zenith

227, 228, 229

219, 220, 221

214, 215

209, 210, 211

216, 217

212, 213

Satellite Receivers

Manufacturer Code

Sony

General

Electric

Hitachi

Hughes

Panasonic

RCA/

PROSCAN

Toshiba

801

802

805

804

803

802, 808

806, 807

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Operating a VCR

To Do This ...

Turn on/off

Change channels

Record

Play

Stop

Fast forward

Rewind the tape

Pause

Search the picture forward or backward

Change input mode

Press

VTR/DVD (POWER)

CH +/-

N and REC simultaneously.

N x

M m

X (press again to resume normal playback)

M or m during playback

(release to resume normal playback)

TV/VCR

Operating an MDP

(Laserdisc Player)

To Do This ...

Press

Turn on/off

Play

Stop

Pause

VCR/DVD (POWER)

N x

Search the picture forward or backward

Search a chapter forward or backward

X (press again to resume normal playback)

M or m during playback

(release to resume normal playback)

CH +/-

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Operating a Satellite

Receiver

To Do This ...

Turn on/off

Select a channel

Change channels

Back to previous channel

Display channel number

Display DBS guide

Display DBS menu

Move highlight (cursor)

Select item

Press

SAT/CABLE (POWER)

0-9 buttons, ENTER

CH +/-

JUMP

DISPLAY

GUIDE

MENU

Joystick or arrows

button

Operating a DVD

Player

To Do This ...

Press

Turn on/off

Play

VTR/DVD (POWER)

N

Stop

Pause

Step through different chapters of a video disc x

X (press again to resume normal playback)

Step through different tracks of an audio disc

M to step forward or m to step backward

CH+ to step forward or CH- to step backward

DVD MENU Display the DVD menu

Select tracks directly

Display the menu

(Setup)

0-9 buttons

MENU

Operating a Cable

Box

To Do This ...

Turn on/off

Select a channel

Change channels

Back to previous channel

Press

SAT/CABLE (POWER)

0-9 buttons, ENTER

CH +/-

JUMP

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Remedies

No picture

(screen not lit), no sound

❏

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.

❏

Push the power button on the front of the TV.

❏

Check to see if the TV/VIDEO setting is correct: when watching TV, set to

TV, and when watching connected equipment, set to VIDEO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

❏

Try another channel. It could be station trouble.

Remote control does not operate

Dark, poor or no picture (screen lit), good sound

Good picture, no sound

❏

Batteries could be weak. Replace the batteries.

❏

Press TV (FUNCTION) when operating your TV.

❏

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.

❏

Check the orientation of the batteries.

❏

Adjust the Picture setting in the Video menu (see page 26).

❏

Adjust the Brightness setting in the Video menu (see page 26).

❏

Check antenna/cable connections.

❏

❏

Press MUTING so that “MUTING” disappears from the screen (see page 40).

Make sure Speaker is set to ON in the Audio menu (see page 28).

Cannot receive upper channels (UHF) when using an antenna

❏

Change Cable to OFF (see page 30).

❏

Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are

not presently in TV memory (see page 30).

No color

❏

Adjust the Color settings in the Video menu (see page 26).

Only snow and noise appear on the screen

❏

Check the antenna/cable connections.

❏

Make sure the channel is broadcasting programs.

❏

Press ANT to change the input mode (see page 40).

Dotted lines or stripes

❏

Adjust the antenna.

❏

Move the TV away from noise sources such as cars, neon signs, or hairdryers.

TV is fixed to one channel

❏

Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are

not presently in TV memory (see page 30).

❏

Check your Channel Fix settings (see page 30).

Double images or ghosts

❏

Use a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable (when the problem is caused by reflections from nearby mountains or tall buildings).

❏

If the item you want to choose appears in gray, you cannot select it. Cannot operate menu

Cannot receive any channels

❏

Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are when using cable TV

not presently in TV memory (see page 30).

❏

Check your cable settings.

❏

Make sure Cable is set to ON in the Channel menu (see page 30).

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Problem Possible Remedies

Cannot gain enough volume

❏

Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box’s remote control. when using a cable box Then press TV (FUNCTION) and adjust the TV’s volume.

Cannot receive channels

❏

Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable TV channels that

are not presently in TV memory (see page 30).

Unable to select a channel

❏

Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable TV channels that

are not presently in TV memory (see page 30).

Lost password

❏

In the password screen (see page 31), enter the following master password:

4357. The master password clears your previous password; it cannot be used to temporarily unblock channels.

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) (U.S. residents only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).

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Specifications

All Models (General)

Picture Tube

Antenna

Television System

Channel Coverage

VHF

UHF

CATV

Power Requirements

Number of Inputs/Outputs

Video (IN)

S Video (IN)

Audio (IN)

Audio (OUT)

Monitor Out

CONTROL S (IN/OUT)

Component Video Input

FD Trinitron

®

tube

75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF

NTSC, American TV Standard

4

3

2-13

14-69

1-125

120V, 60 Hz

6

1

1

1

2 (Y, P

B

, P

R

)

1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative

Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative

C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms

500 mVrms (100% modulation)

Impedance: 47 kilohm

More than 408 mVrms at the maximum volume setting (Variable)

More than 408 mVrms (Fixed)

Impedance (output): 2 kilohms

1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative

Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative; P

B

: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

P

R

: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

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KV-32XBR400

Supplied Accessories

Remote Control

AA (R6) Batteries

Optional Accessories

AV Cable

Audio Cable

S-LINK Cable

Component Video Cable

TV Stand

Visible Screen Size

Actual CRT Size

Speaker Output

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Mass

Power Consumption

In Use

In Standby

RM-Y174

2 supplied for remote control

VMC-810/820/830 HG

RKC-515HG

RK-G69HG

VMC-10/30 HG

SU-32XBR4A

32 in (812.8 mm) picture measured diagonally

34 in (863.4 mm) picture measured diagonally

15 x 2

898.0 x 678.0 x 579.5 mm (35 3/8 x 26 3/4 x 27 7/8 in)

84 kg (185 lbs)

245 W

2 W

KV-36XBR400

Supplied Accessories

Remote Control

AA (R6) Batteries

Optional Accessories

AV Cable

Audio Cable

Component Video Cable

TV Stand

Visible Screen Size

Actual CRT Size

Speaker Output

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Mass

Power Consumption

In Use

In Standby

RM-Y174

2 supplied for remote control

VMC-810/820/830 HG

RKC-515HG

VMC-10/30 HG

SU-36XBR4A

36 in (914 mm) picture measured diagonally

38 in (965.2 mm) picture measured diagonally

15 x 2

994 x 754.5 x 622 mm (39 1/4 x 29 3/4 x 24 1/2 in)

108 kg (238 lbs)

245 W

2 W

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Index

16:9 (widescreen)

2

,

36

3-D sound, adjusting

28

A

Antenna, connecting

Audio menu

25

,

28

Audio receiver, connecting

14

Auto Program (channel setup)

18

,

30

B

Balance, adjusting

28

Bass, adjusting

28

Batteries

Inserting in remote

3

Bilingual audio

29

Blocking programs. See ratings.

Brightness, adjusting 26

C

Cable

Box, connecting

7

Box, connecting with VCR

10

Connecting

Setting ON/OFF

30

With VCR, connecting

9

Cable box, using with TV remote control

44

Camcorder, connecting

17

Caption Vision

35

CATV. see cable

Channel menu

25

Channel Setup menu

30

Channels

Creating labels

30

Setting up

18

Closed caption modes

35

Color temperature, adjusting

26

Color, adjusting

26

CONTROL S

18

D

Demo, menus

36

Digital Reality Creation

27

DVD player

Using with TV remote control 45

With A/V connectors, connecting

16

With component video connectors, connecting

15

E

Enlarging pictures, in Twin View

22

Extended Data Service

35

F

Favorite Channel

Setting up

30

Using

20

Features

2

Freeze, using

23

H

Hue, adjusting

26

I

Inputs, labeling

35

L

Label

Channels

30

Video inputs

35

Languages, setting for menus

35

M

MDP, using with TV remote control

44

Menus

Audio

25

,

28

Channel

25

Channel Setup

30

Parent

25

Parental Control

31

Setup

25

,

35

Timer

25

,

34

Video

25

,

26

P

Parent menu

25

,

31

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Index

Parental control, described

2

Password

Changing

31

Setting

31

Picture contrast, adjusting

26

Picture definition, adjusting

27

Power cord, removing from holder

5

Presetting channels

30

Problems, troubleshooting

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47

R

Ratings, setting

31

-

33

Ratings, viewing blocked programs

33

Remote control

Described 40

Inserting batteries

3

Overview

3

Programming

42

-

43

Resetting

Audio options

28

Timer options

34

Video options

26

S

Satellite receiver, using with TV remote control

44

Setting up channels

18

Setup menu

25

,

35

Sharpness, adjusting 26

Sound effect (3-D), adjusting

28

Speakers

Turning on/off

29

Using external speakers

29

Specifications 48

-

49

Steady Sound, described

2

Surround sound

28

T

Tape-to-tape editing

11

Tilt, correcting

35

Timer menu

25

,

34

Treble, adjusting

28

Troubleshooting 46

-

47

Twin View

21

V

VCR

Connecting two, for tape editing

11

Using with TV remote control

44

With cable box, connecting

10

With cable, connecting

9

With satellite receiver, connecting

13

Velocity Modulation

2

,

27

Video inputs, labeling

35

Video menu

25

,

26

Video Modes, selecting 26

W

Wega, described

2

Widescreen

36

Widescreen, described

2

Z

Zoom feature, with Twin View

22

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