KV-32XBR250 KV-36XBR250 Operating Instructions
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1. You can detach the cord from this hook Do not remove the cord from qe c e these hooks AC Power cord Cable or Antenna Connections Connecting directly to cable or an antenna The connection you choose will depend on the cable found in your home Newer homes will be equipped with standard coaxial cable see A older homes will probably have 300 ohm twin lead cable see B still other homes may contain both see C 75 ohm Rear of TV VHFonly coaxial cable VHF UHF a wur IDP a Cable VHFonly 300 ohm tw in Rear of TV a lead cable VHF UHF woy 08 e69 a VHEUHF Antenna connector 75 ohm coaxial cable w d UHF t 300 ohm twin lead cable Rear of TV VHF UHF U V mixer not supplied Cable and antenna If your cable provider does not feature local channels you may find this set up convenient Rear of TV CATV cable AUX No connection TO Nef CONVERTER in this case TO CONVERTER Antenna cable ir VHF UHF Select CABLE or antenna ANT mode by pressing ANT on the remote control Note In order to receive channels with an antenna you will need to turn your CABLE to OFF and perform the AUTO PROGRAM function see page 26 BE Connecting and Installing the TV continued 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 the2. voL MENU NO 1 Press The Q icon and channel number are displayed 2 Turn the power on by placing the headphones securely on your head If you only want to listen to the sound from the cordless headphones turn down the TV speaker volume or press MUTING 3 To turn off the headphones remove them from your head and press Tip res For optimal sound reception do not cover the infrared transmitter on the TV or the infrared sensors on the headphones Infrared sensors Infrared transmitter Notes To help prevent possible hearing damage due to sudden or prolonged excessive volume do not set the headphone volume too high while using them To prevent possible damage to the infrared transmitter in the television please press the to turn off the headphone feature when the headphones are not in use Listening to Sound from a Main PIP Picture If you want to listen to the sound from the main or window picture through your headphones select the audio source Clo e PIP TVISAT Q voL MEN CH l Press to display a window picture 2 Press D The Q display and channel number appears for about three seconds Main Picture audio Press again to switch the audio to the window picture Window Picture audio Headphones off Notes Exiting from PIP will return the sound to the main picture Theaudio to the headphones will be automatically turned off wh
3. v diagram inside the battery compartment D Select Inserting Batteries copeser VT8122DVDMD Rm y170 e Notes The supplied remote control has a joystick 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 e Handle the remote control with care Avoid the center of the joystick C will select the dropping it getting it wet or placing it in item direct sunlight near a heater or where the humidity is high Your remote control can be programmed to operate most video equipment see page 34 which allows for movement of the on screen cursor Pressing up down left or right on the joystick will cause the cursor to move in the corresponding direction Pressing down on Front Panel Menu Control The front panel menu controls allow access to the on screen menus without the use of a remote control Pressing the MENU button will bring up the on screen menus The arrow buttons move the on screen cursor in the menus and the C button selects the menu item 13 Bill Using Your New TV Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV you will want to run AUTO PROGRAM to set up your channels The AUTO PROGRAM feature does not apply for installations that use a cable box for all channel selection 14 Using the buttons on the top of the TV 0
4. ENGLISH TILT CORRECTION 0 DEMO 2 MENU ct Move SelectQ Exit eu 4 Press or to move to the desired feature and press CHANNEL SET UP FAVORITE CHANNEL CABLE OFF CHANNEL FIX OFF AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL SKIP ADD CHANNEL CAPTION 2 MENU Move SelectQ Exit e Options for your selection will be highlighted 5 Press 4 or to make your selection and press 4 CHANNEL SET UP FAVORITE CHANNEL Ca CABLE ON CHANNEL FIX OFF Ww AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL SKIP ADD CHANNEL CAPTION Move Select Exit When you are finished making changes to the selected menu choose 2 MENU to return to the main menu SET UP gt CHANNEL SET UP 2 EAE Senter O VIDEO LAB CAPTION VISION CC1 LANGUAGE ENGLISH TILT CORRECTION 0 DEMO B MENU Move SelectQ Exit 20 Tip amp Pressing MENU on the remote control will allow you to exit from the menus at any time Quick Start to the Menus The following is a guide to your menus To select a menu Display gt Highlight gt MENU C Select VIDEO MODE VIVID PICTURE TUUM BRIGHTNESS ili COLOR HUE DT LI mmm SHARPNESS liam TRINITONE HIGH COLOR CORRECT OFF 2 MENU Move SelectQ Exit eu The VIDEO menu will allow you to make adjustments to your picture settings It will also allow you to customize the picture MODE
5. 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment This document is for the remote control RM Y 170 MODELS KV 32XBR250 36XBR250 As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product or product models meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energ
6. OFF 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 AUDIO OUT can only be set when SPEAKER is set to OFF VARIABLE Adjust the volume through your TV FIXED Adjust the TV volume through a connected stereo 23 MN Using Your Menus continued Using the TIMER C Menu nj TIMER DAYLI HT T ANO G CURRENT TIME SE ON OFF TIMER 2 MENU AM Move Select Exit To select the TIMER menu Display Highlight T e Select MENU 4 D E v Tip Y Set DAYLIGHT SAVING before setting the clock 24 DAYLIGHT YES Select to compensate for Daylight Saving Time SAVING NO Select at the end of Daylight Saving Time CURRENT With the CURRENT TIME SET menu open CURRENT TIME SET TIME SET 1 Press UCM Necessary for the 2 Press or until the current day is displayed ON OFF TIMER Press 9 to select 3 Press or until the current hour and AM PM is displayed Press to select Move See mie 4 Press or until the current minute is displayed and press Any loss of power will cause these settings to be cleared ON OFF TIMER CURRENT TIME SET must be programmed before you ON OFF TIMER Wake up or can use the ON OFF TIMER scheduled viewing With the ON OFF TIMER menu open 1 Choose the ON OFF TIMER you would
7. Pioneer 752 RCA 755 Operating a Buttons on the remote o5 iba 754 Laserdisc control To turn on or off Press VTR DVD POWER pog a DVD alae on the remote pope diat om gt VTRIDVD POWER To stop Press BM To turn on or off is al To pause Press WI To play ress mm To resume normal playback To stop Press W press again or press B To pause Press IM To scan Press BP or lt lt during To resume normal playback playback press again or press B To resume normal playback To scan Press P or lt 4 during press Be playback To search the Press CH To resume normal playback chapter forward or backward Tip 6 If you will not be programming a satellite receiver or cable box into the SAT CABLE function of your remote you can use it to program other video equipment e g DVD MDP or second VCR press B To search the Press CH chapter forward or backward To select chapters 0 9 ENTER directly MENU Press to display DVD menu To move cursor in menu Use your arrow buttons 4 4 gt 33 Programming the Remote Control You can program the supplied remote control to operate a cable box or satellite receiver 1 Press CODE SET 2 Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION 3 Use the 0 9 buttons to key in the manufacturer s code number from the following chart 4 Press ENTER For more details on operating the cable box or satellite receiver Refer to the operating instructio
8. RATINGS For Canadian programs that are broadcast in French Canadian models only G General programming 8 ans Not recommended for young children 13 ans Not recommended for ages under 13 16 ans Not recommended for ages under 16 18 ans Programming restricted to adults FRENCH RATINGS gt G 8ans _ 13 ans _ 16 ans _ 18 ans _ gt MENU Select rating Move SelectQ Exit ey U S A RATINGS For programs from the United States Canadian models only Please see TV RATINGS on page 28 for information on U S A RATINGS 29 Using the PARENTAL CONTROL Menu This section shows you how to access the PARENTAL CONTROL menu After you follow the example below the next section shows you how to adjust your TV s rating 1 Press MENU and select the SET UP E menu SET UP CHANNEL SET UP PARENTAL CONTROL QI MERE ANGUAGE ENGLISH TI CORRECTION 0 3 DEM B3 MENU Move SelectQ Exit mu 2 Point the cursor to PARENTAL CONTROL and press SET UP CHANNEL SET UP PARENTAL CONTROL TACIE ITE CHANNEL Pi VID W CAPTION Vi Vision CC1 s M UAGE ENGLISH TILT CORRECTION 0 DEMO 2 MENU Move Select Exit mu 30 Using Your Menus continued You will be asked to enter a 4 digit password for any future access into the PARENTAL CONTROL menu 3 Press a
9. SAT Satellite Antenna CABLE or TV Green Buttons relevant to power operations like turning the TV SAT CABLE or VTR VCR MDP DVD Player on or off Label color White TV VTR VCR MDP DVD Player SAT CABLE operation buttons Yellow PIP operation buttons Bl e SAT Satellite Antenna operation buttons Green System off operation button IK ressis DVD Player operation buttons For a detailed explanation of most buttons see Watching the TV on page 15 All references to buttons on the remote control will be highlighted with bold text WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose the TV to rain or moisture 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 AN the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH
10. like to set and press 2 Press or until the desired day or range of days is displayed Press to select 3 Indicate the time that you want the TV to turn on hour then minutes by pressing 4 or and then 4 Setthe time duration maximum of 6 hours by pressing 4 or and then 5 Press or until you reach the desired channel Press to select When you perform AUTO PROGRAM all ON OFF TIMER settings will be cleared 2 AM h CH___ Select a position SUN 12 00 AM Move Select Exit Using the SET UP F Menu SET UP CHANNEL SET UP PARENTAL CONTROL VIDEO LABEL CAPTION VISION CC1 LANGUAGE ENGLISH b TILT CORRECTION 0 DEMO eo MENU it Move SelectQ Exit ta To select the SET UP F menu Display gt Highlight F mp Select MENU amp CHANNEL The CHANNEL SET UP menu is a submenu which provides further options for SET UP setting up your TV see page 26 PARENTAL The PARENTAL CONTROL feature provides parents several options for CONTROL programming the TV to block shows based on their rating see pages 28 31 VIDEO LABEL With the VIDEO LABEL window open VIDEO LABEL P abelhaonnecisd 1 Press tor to access the input you want to label and VIBES 2 GAME equipment for easy 2 E h hel VIDEO 4 VIDEO 4 recognition ress or to choose the label and press Q VIDEO LABEL Options Move t Select _ Exit VIDE
11. signal 75 ohms 9 500 mVrms Impedance 47 kilohms More than 408 mVrms at the maximum volume setting variable More than 408 mVrms fix Impedance Output 2 kilohms 9 Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms sync negative Ps 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Pn 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Television system American TV standard NTSC 79 kg 175 lbs 107 kg 236 Ibs Channel coverage VHF 2 13 UHF 14 69 CATV 1 125 Picture tube FD Trinitron tube Visible screen size 32 inch picture measured diagonally KV 32XBR250 36 inch picture measured diagonally KV 36XBR250 Actual screen size 34 inch picture measured diagonally KV 32XBR250 38 inch picture measured diagonally KV 36XBR250 Antenna 75 ohm external terminal for VHF UHF Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 0 SRS SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM The 6 SRS SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license from SRS Labs Inc It is covered by U S Patent No 4 748 669 Other U S and foreign patents pending The word SRS and the SRS symbol 8 are registered trademarks of SRS Labs Inc Licensed by BBE Sound Inc under USP 4638258 4482866 BBE and BBE symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound Inc 37 Bl index A Adjusting your menus ssssseseeee 20 AINT isis 16 Antenna cable sed Antenna connector id AUDIO button sese 17 23 AUDIO menu opera
12. size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Important Safeguards continued Antenna Grounding According to the NEC Refer to section 54 300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding Antenna discharge unit NEC Section 810 20 Electric service equipment rounding conductors NEC Section 810 21 Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode NEC National Electrical Code 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 y When the power cord or plug is z prs s damaged or frayed M aer If liquid has been spilled into the set If the set has been exposed to rain or water If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged 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
13. 0 0 VOLUME CHANNEL QO 0 POWER 1 Press POWER to turn on the TV The initial setup screen appears POWER 2 Press CH to run AUTO PROGRAM or press CH to exit 0 cQ CHANNEL AUTO PROGRAM CH EXIT CH First please connect cable antenna AUTO PROGRAMMING Tip Q To reset your TV to factory settings turn the TV on Then while pressing the RESET button on your remote control press the POWER button on your TV The TV will turn itself off then back on Watching the TV REFER TO THE The following chart explains more advanced buttons on your remote control ILLUSTRATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL ON THE INSIDE FRONT COVER OF THIS MANUAL AS YOU REVIEW THIS CHART Using the White Labeled Buttons for TV Operations WER PO VTR DVD SAT CABLE SS Press when you want to turn connected equipment on and off FUNCTION VTRIDVD SATICABLE TV Press when you want to control connected equipment with your remote control see pages 32 34 for instructions on programming your remote control 0 9 Use for direct channel selection Press 0 9 to select a channel the channel will change after 2 seconds or you can press ENTER for immediate selection PICTURE MODE Cycles through the VIDEO MODE settings VIVID STANDARD MOVIE SPORTS JUMP Alternates back and forth between the last two channels selected with the 0 9 keys MU
14. 0 338 Sylvania Symphonic 308 309 338 310 338 Tashiro 332 Tatung 314 336 337 Teac 314 336 338 337 Technics 309 308 Toshiba 312 311 Wards 327 328 335 331 332 Yamaha 314 330 336 337 Zenith 331 Operating a VCR Buttons on the remote control To turn on or off Press VTR DVD POWER To select a Press the 0 9 buttons channel directly To change Press CH channels To record Press B and 6 simultaneously To play Press B To stop Press W To fast forward Press P To rewind the tape Press To pause Press H To resume normal playback press again or press B To scan Press P or lt lt during playback To resume normal playback release the button To change input mode Press TV VTR Tips amp Insome rare cases you may not be able to operate your non Sony video equipment with the supplied remote control In this case please use the equipment s own remote control e When you remove the batteries the code number may revert to the factory setting The code numbers for Sony VCRs are assigned at the factory as follows VHS VCR 301 preset code for the supplied remote control 8mm VCR 302 Beta ED Beta VCRs 303 Laserdisc DVD Digital Versatile Disc code numbers code numbers Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code Sony 701 Sony 751 Panasonic 704 710 Panasonic 753 Pioneer 702
15. 3 866 853 22 1 Operating Instructions 1999 by Sony Corporation 1 KV 32XBR250 KV 36XBR250 MN Table of Contents Using your New TV Setting Up the TV Automatically 14 Watching the TV cc essccscsvtissscacesssesssssserssees 15 Using Picture in Picture PIP 17 Important Safeguards i Welcome rrr nnns 1 PRECAUTIONS siscsstentssssnncesscivavecssedsnnsess 1 Using This Manual 1 Connecting and Installing the TV Making Connections sss 2 Note about the AC Power Cord 3 Cable or Antenna Connections 3 Cable Box Connections VCR Connections eese Satellite Connections esses 7 DVD Player Connections 8 Additional Connections 9 Using Special Sony Features 11 Basic Set Up Inserting Batteries isisisi 13 Using the Remote Control Move amp Select Buttons sss 13 Front Panel Menu Control 13 Using the Wireless Headphones Setting Up the Headphones 18 Using the Headphones 18 Listening to Sound from a Main PIP Picture esee ees 19 Coverage Area for the Infrared Rays 19 Using Your Menus Learning Menu Selection 20
16. E pP HER 1 Select buttons do Adjustment bars 13 SET UP menu F 25 AUTO PROGRAM 26 CABLE iiias 26 CHANNEL CAPTION 227 CHANNEL FIX 26 CHANNEL SKIP ADD 27 DEMQ iieri 025 FAVORITE CHANNEL s 26 LANGUAGE au25 PARENTAL CONTROL 25 TILT CORRECTION S225 VIDEO LABEL nob Setting up TV s 14 SHARPNESS su 22 SLEEP button 5 5 aas arti 15 SPEAKER ON Seta ee ai A ite ede eese 23 OFF NA Specifications 36 37 SWAP button ss L7 SYSTEM OFF b tton initiis 16 T U TILT CORRECTION 4e neatis certos 25 TIMER menu operations CURRENT TIME SET sese 24 DAYLIGHT SAVING soa DA ON OFF TIMER es 24 TREBLE ud TRINITONE sive 22 Troubleshooting 35 36 TV FUNCTION button clo TV POWER button ma 15 TV VIDEO button 16 TOUT aunn E E 9 V W X VCR operation sss 32 VERTICAL COMPRESSION 11 VIDEO LABEL tnter tentaci n 25 VIDEO menu operations u BRIGHTNESS Y Z A PB PRIUS tete that etre ated n vicos 1 8 Printed in U S A
17. O 1 2 3 VHS 8mm BETA LD GAME SAT DVD WEB RECEIVER DTV SKIP VIDEO 4 DVD DTV SKIP If you select SKIP your TV will skip this connection when you press the TV VIDEO button CAPTION CC1 2 3 or 4 Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound effects of a VISION program the mode should be set to CC1 for most programs Closed Captioning TEXT1 2 3 or 4 Displays network station information presented using either half and channel or the whole screen information XDS Extended Data Service Displays network name program name program length and time of the show if the broadcaster offers this service NOTE To activate CAPTION VISION press the DISPLAY button on the remote control until CC1 appears on your screen LANGUAGE Select from available languages to display all menus in your language of choice TILT Press 4 or to correct any tilt of the picture between 5 and 5 and press 3 CORRECTION DEMO Select to run a demonstration of on screen menus 25 Bill X Using Your Menus continued Using the CHANNEL SET UP Menu CHANNEL SET UP gt FAVORITE CHANNEL CABLE CHANNEL FIX OFF AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL SKIP ADD CHANNEL CAPTION 2 MENU Move Select Exit To select the CHANNEL SET UP menu Display Highlight gt Select The FAVORITE CHANNEL feature is not available for the AUX input 26 FAVORITE CHANNEL Quick access to favorite channels FAVORITE CHANNEL MODE A
18. Quick Start to the Menus 21 Using the VIDEO Menu 22 Using the AUDIO 2 Menu 23 Using the TIMER Menu 24 Using the SET UP 3 Menu 25 Using the CHANNEL SET UP Menu 26 Using the PARENTAL CONTROL Men iussisset dita c eser ree d dines 30 Operating Video Equipment Programming the Remote Control 32 Operating a Cable Box or SAT Receiver Programming the Remote Control 34 Troubleshooting 35 Specifications 36 LiT P siiki 38 Ell J Remote Control In the instructions that follow we will refer to the buttons on your remote control Keep this flap unfolded and use this page for reference zr VCR DVD MDP Operation Buttons pages 32 33 DVD Operation Buttons page 33 PIP page17 POWER MUTING page 15 page 15 ISI S FUNCTION page 15 SYSTEM TV VIDEO page 16 ANT page 16 0 9 Buttons ENTER GUIDE MENU CH Joystick page 13 AUDIO FREEZE VTR1 2 3 DVD MDP pages 32 33 POSITION TVVIDEO Getting to know the buttons on the remote control Names of the buttons on the remote control are presented in different colors to represent the available functions Button color Viti Press to select the component you want to control e g VTR VCR MDP DVD Player
19. RECT ON Emphasizes reds and blues Color ratio adjustment OFF Emphasizes greens Using the AUDIO J Menu AUDIO TREBLE AUN BASS AU nonum BALANCE mmm AUTO VOLUME OFF EFFECT OFF SPEAKER ON p AUDIO OUT VARIABLE 2MENU Move SelectQ Exit eu To select the AUDIO 2 menu Display wm Highlight J p Select MENU D Q Q Tips v Press to cycle through your AUTO VOLUME options Press MTS SAP on your remote control to cycle through the MTS options TREBLE Adjust left or right to decrease or increase higher pitched sounds BASS Adjust left or right to decrease or increase lower pitched sounds BALANCE Adjust left or right to emphasize left and right speaker balance AUTO VOLUME ON Select to stabilize the volume Stabilizes volume OFF Select to turn AUTO VOLUME off EFFECT SIMULATED Adds a surround like effect to mono programs Enhanced audio SRS Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo signals OFF Normal stereo or mono reception MTS MONO Select to reduce noise in areas with poor reception Multi Channel sound SAP Select to listen to bilingual broadcast or other Second Audio Programs SAP STEREO Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo SPEAKER Custom selection of audio output Source ON Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with or without a separate stereo system
20. TING Instantly turns off the sound Press again or press VOL to restore sound SLEEP Turns the TV off in approximately 30 60 or 90 minutes Cancel by pressing until C SLEEP OFF appears RESET Press to return to factory settings while in an on screen menu 15 Using Your New TV continued Using the White Labeled Buttons for TV Operations Press once to display current time if set and channel number Kid Press again to activate current CAPTION VISION setting To cancel press DISPLAY until DISPLAY OFF appears TV VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through available video inputs C TV VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 and VIDEO 4 ANT Press to change the VHF UHF input to the AUX input AUX input TVVTR Press when you are finished using a VCR and you want to switch to the TV input Your VCR power will remain on MTS SAP Cycles through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options STEREO SAP Second C Audio Program MONO see page 23 SYSTEM Powers off all Sony equipment at once OFF This feature may not work with older Sony equipment TV SAT Cycles through the AUTO VOLUME settings O 16 Using Picture in Picture PIP Picture in Picture PIP allows you to watch two channels simultaneously one in the large main window and another in a small window picture Indicates which channel is Channel number currently receiving sound of the main picture Main Channel number of the window picture
21. TINGS PG V Violence rating may contain G All children and General Audience G o moderate violence while a TV 14 V PG Parental Guidance suggested PG 13 _ Violence rating may contain more PG 13 Parental Guidance for children under 13 NC aoe intense violence R Restricted viewing Parental Guidance is suggested STEKO for children under 17 Select rati abo yOu CHOOSE Ql o unrated TY NC 17 No one 17 and under allowed Move Seen Exi programs please be aware that the following programs may be blocked A No ongie anid under allowed emergency broadcasts political programs UNRATED U S models only CUSTOM RATINGS sports news public service Block programs or VIEW ALL Allows all unrated programming MOVE LASS announcements religious programs and movies that are BLOCK TV Blocks all unrated TV programs PUNRATED VIEW ALL weather broadcast without BLOCK MOVIES Blocks all unrated movies To ensure maximum blocking capability a rating BLOCK ALL Blocks all unrated programming the age based ratings should be blocked Move Select amp Exit 28 Overview of the Ratings ENGLISH RATINGS For Canadian programs that are broadcast in English Canadian models only C All children C8 Children 8 years and older G General programming PG Parental Guidance 14 Viewers 14 and older 18 Adult programming ENGLISH RATINGS C MENU Select rating Move Select Exit FRENCH
22. UTO PREVIEW ON AUTO Select to automatically program the last five channels accessed with the 0 9 buttons MANUAL Select to program your channels manually NU Move t SelectQ Exit Using FAVORITE CHANNEL 1 Exit all menus and press your FAVORITE CHANNEL options will appear 2 Press or to access the channel you want to watch and press If PREVIEW is set to ON a window picture displays your favorite channels as you cycle through the options FAVORITES gt 125 ESPN 14 ABC CABLE ON Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable OFF Select if you are using an antenna You will need to run AUTO PROGRAM after changing your CABLE settings CHANNEL FIX CHANNEL FIX options Useful when you have a cable box or satellite receiver connected 2 6 Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box Select the appropriate channel number usually 3 or 4 and use the cable box s remote control for selection AUX 2 6 Select when a cable box is connected to the AUX input see page 4 Press the AUX button to alternate between VIDEO Select from available video inputs when you have video equipment connected e g satellite receiver and you want your TV fixed to it AUTO PROGRAM Instructs the TV to program all receivable channels CHANNEL With the CHANNEL SKIP ADD window open CHANNEL SKIP ADD SKIP ADD 1 Select the desired channe
23. VIDEO IN on your VCR Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV If your satellite receiver has an S Video connection use it for optimum picture quality instead of the yellow A V cable S Video does not provide sound so your audio cable must still be connected 2 Satellite receiver 1 SATELLITE IN I T 10 AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO Ol m Satellite TS lout antenna cable 3 f Pressing TV VIDEO on the remote control will allow you to view from the satellite receiver or VCR 1 l 4 VCR SATE LITE IN i i i nm AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO o IN AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO S VIDEO LINE OUT jour LINE IN LINE OUT Satellite receiver ogee Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 VHF UHF T S LINK CONTROL S OUT AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow Rear of TV AUX VIDEO IN To TO es a SVIDEO Q VHF UHF AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow MH Connecting and Installing the TV continued DVD Player Connections Connecting a DVD Player 1 Using audio connectors connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV 2 Using an VIDEO cable conne
24. WIDE BLADE OR 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
25. Window picture Notes Youmust press TV FUNCTION before you can control PIP with the yellow labeled buttons The AUX input cannot be viewed in the window picture REFER TO THE ILLUSTRATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL ON zd THE INSIDE FRONT COVER OF THIS MANUAL AS YOU REVIEW THIS CHART UsetheYellowLabeledButtonsforPIPOperations Cycles through available video inputs TV VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 TVNIDEO AUDIO Alternates sound between the main picture and the window picture C A will appear to indicate which picture is receiving sound CH Changes the channel in the window picture CH C2 POSITION Moves the location of the window picture C2 Press to freeze the window picture Press again to restore the picture U Switches the position of the main picture with the window picture 17 Using the Wireless Headphones Setting Up the Headphones Install the supplied size AA R6 battery into the headphones l Open the battery compartment lid by pressing and sliding the lid as illustrated 2 Liftthe cover and insert the battery into the compartment with the positive side up and then close the lid Notes When used continuously the battery will last up to 40 hours with alkaline batteries up to 20 hours with manganese batteries Replace the battery with a new one when the sound becomes weak 18 Using the Headphones C
26. You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non Sony video equipment 1 Press CODE SET 2 Press VTR DVD FUNCTION 3 Use the 0 9 buttons to key in the manufacturer s code number from the following chart 4 Press ENTER VCR code numbers Manufacturer Code Sony 301 302 303 Admiral M Ward 327 Aiwa 338 344 Audio Dynamic 314 337 Broksonic 319 317 Canon 309 308 Citizen 332 Craig 302 332 Criterion 315 Curtis Mathes 304 338 309 Daewoo 341 312 309 DBX 314 336 337 Dimensia 304 Emerson 319 320 316 317 318 341 Fisher 330 335 Funai 338 General Electric 329 304 309 32 Operating Video Equipment Go Video 322 339 340 Goldstar 332 Hitachi 306 304 305 338 Instant Replay 309 308 JC Penney 309 305 304 330 314 336 337 JVC 314 336 337 345 346 347 Kenwood 314 336 332 337 LXI Sears 332 305 330 335 338 Magnavox 308 309 310 Marantz 314 336 337 Marta 332 Memorex 309 335 Minolta 305 304 Mitsubishi MGA 323 324 325 326 Multitech 325 338 321 NEC 314 336 337 Olympic 309 308 Optimus 327 Panasonic 308 309 306 307 Pentax 305 304 Philco 308 309 Philips 308 309 310 Pioneer 308 Quasar 308 309 306 RCA PROSCAN 304 305 308 309 311 312 313 310 329 Realistic 309 330 328 335 324 338 Sansui 314 Samsung 322 313 321 Sanyo 330 335 Scott 312 313 321 335 323 324 325 326 Sharp 327 328 Shintom 315 Signature 2000 M Ward 338 327 SV200
27. based on the type of program you are viewing AUDIO TREBLE sion BASS Amm BALANCE finn 2 MENU Move Q SelectQ Exit The AUDIO menu offers enhanced audio options such as listening to second audio programming SAP or customizing the EFFECT of the sound on your TV DAYLIGHT SAVING NO CURRENT TIME SET ON OFF TIMER 72 gt MENU AM Move SelectQ Exit eu The TIMER menu sets the clock on your TV and allows you to program your TV for scheduled viewing using the ON OFF TIMER E O Move SelectQ Exit SET UP CHANNEL SET UP PARENTAL CONTROL VIDEO LABEL CAPTION VISION CC1 LANGUAGE ENGLISH TILT CORRECTION 0 DEMO MENU The SET UP menu provides several options for setting up CHANNEL SET UP your channels labeling your TV VIDEO inputs and CABLE ON C NEL CHANNEL FIX OFF selecting the LANGUAGE of your menus AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL SKIP ADD CHANNEL CAPTION The CHANNEL SET UP menu is a sub menu which 2 provides further options for setting up your TV Move Select Exit Escape to Basic Menu 2 m Move SelectQ Exit mu The Basic Menu provides quick access to frequently used settings gt VIDEO MODE VIVID PICTURE AI AUDIO SRS ADVANCED MENU Move SelectQ Exit mu Using Your Menus continued Using th
28. coaxial connector from your cable to the IN on your cable box 2 Using a coaxial cable connect OUT on your cable box to VHF UHF on your 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 your remote control Notes Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box see page 34 When using PIP you cannot view the AUX input in the window picture Tip e Pressing ANT switches between these inputs 4 If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box you should consider using the CHANNEL FIX feature see page 26 Rear of TV Cable VHF UHF m 6 Cable box 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 26 Rear of TV Cable box TO AUX CONVERTER lt K 75 ohm coaxial cable not supplied CATV cable unscrambled channels 1 signal VHF UHF VCR Connections Connecting an antenna cable TV system with a VCR 1 2 3 Attach the coaxial connector from your cable or antenna to IN on your VCR Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV Using a coaxial connector connect OUT on your VCR to VHF UHF on your TV Tip If you are conne
29. commended 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 M fi stand table or shelf The set may fall causing serious injury to a child or an x 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 e 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 block
30. controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation 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 ey When the set reaches the end of its useful f life improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the set ouR OK SAFETY CHECK MN welcome Thank you for purchasing the Sony Trinitron Color TV This manual is for models KV 32XBR250 and KV 36XBR250 The features you will enjoy include A flat CRT for optimal picture quality Component video Y Ps Pr input for the highest quality DVD Playe
31. ct 5 VIDEO on your DVD player to S VIDEO on your TV Connecting a DVD Player with component video output connectors This connection option offers the highest quality DVD picture 1 Using AUDIO connectors connect AUDIO R and L of the LINE OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO R and L on the VIDEO IN 4 panel at the rear of your TV 2 Using three VIDEO connectors connect Y Ps and Pr on the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT on your DVD player to Y Ps and Pr on the VIDEO IN 4 panel at the rear of your TV Note Some DVD player terminals may be labeled Y CB and Cr or Y B Y and R Y If so connect them by matching the colors 8 S VIDEO cable Rear of DVD player LINE OUT AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO SVIDEO QQO NJ DVD Rear of TV VIDEO IN 3 Video connectors AUDIO R red AUDIO L white LINE OUT S VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VI Y IDEO OUT S LINK DIGITAL OUT R AUDIOI L VIDEO Y PTICAL CONAL AUDIO R red AUDIO L white Additional Connections Connecting an audio system For an enhanced sound connect your audio system to your TV 1 Using AUDIO connectors connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused Line inputs e g Tape 2 AUXI etc on your stereo 2 Set your stereo to the chosen Line input and use the AUDIO J menu to set yo
32. cting a monaural VCR connect only the single white audio output to the left input on your TV Connecting a VCR and TV witha cable box 1 2 Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to IN on your cable box Using a coaxial connector connect OUT on your cable box to IN on your VCR Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your VCR to VHF UHF on your TV Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV For optimum picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow A V cable S VIDEO does not provide sound your audio connectors must still be connected Cable 1 antenna i OUT AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO 3 Coaxial cable VCR 2 3 Coaxial cable VCR A 5 Q 9 9 our AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO A LINE S IN OUT 2 L i OUT w Cable box Rear of TV AUX TO CONVERTER VHF UHF S VIDEO S LINK CONTROL S OUT AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow Rear of TV AUX VIDEO IN 3 4 TO 5 M CONVERTER p VHF UHF 6 AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow MH Connecting and Installing the TV continued Connecting two VCRs for tape editing MONITOR OUT gives you the ability to use a i perform tape p set the o the video input intended for second VCR to record a program being played p
33. e VIDEO Menu VIDEO MODE VIVID PICTURE ANIA BRIGHTNESS IMIljmmm COLOR Ne HUE mmm humi SHARPNESS illo TRINITONE HIGH COLOR CORRECT OFF djustment bars Move 2M ENU Select amp Q Exit eu To select the VIDEO menu Display MENU CO 22 Highlight 111 gt Select 9 MODE VIVID Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness Customized picture SPORTS Select for a bright picture viewing MOVIE Select for a finely detailed picture STANDARD Select to receive a standard picture Press the PICTURE MODE button to access one of the above settings directly PICTURE Adjust left to decrease picture contrast and soften the color Picture contrast Adjust right to increase picture contrast and create more vivid color BRIGHTNESS Adjust left to darken the picture Picture adjustment Adjust right to brighten the picture COLOR Adjust left to decrease color intensity or saturation Color saturation Adjust right to increase color intensity or saturation HUE Adjust left to increase the red tones Color tones Adjust right to decrease the red tones SHARPNESS Adjust left to soften the picture detail Picture detail Adjust right to sharpen the picture detail TRINITONE HIGH Gives the white colors a blue tint White intensity MEDIUM Gives the white colors a neutral tint adjustment NTSC STD Gives the white colors a red tint COLOR COR
34. ed or covered Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided 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
35. en the TV is powered off Coverage Area of the Infrared Rays This diagram illustrates the approximate area covered by the infrared rays emitted from the transmitter Approx 6m 19 7ft Notes f you use the headphones too far from the TV you may hear a hissing noise If something is between the headphones and the TV the sound may be interrupted These problems are inherent to IR communication and do not reflect a problem with the TV 19 MN Using Your Menus Learning Menu Selection Use the MENU button to access a menu and move the joystick or to alter settings Use the following example in which we activate the CABLE to learn how to modify settings l Press the MENU button The main menu appears VIDEO MODE VIVID PICTURE NINNNINNNINN MENU BRIGHTNESS MINNN mum COLOR AI mr H U E UO mnm SHARPNESS iim TRINITONE HIGH COLOR CORRECT OFF 2MENU Move Select Exit eu 2 Press or to highlight the desired menu in this case SET UP f and press to select it SET UP CHANNEL SET UP PARENTAL CONTROL VIDEO LABEL CAPTION VISION CC1 LANGUAGE ENGLISH TILT CORRECTION 0 DEMO 2 MENU Move SelectQ Exit e 20 3 Press 4 or to move to the desired option and press a SET UP gt CHANNEL SET UP gt PARENTAL CONTROL VIDEO LABEL CAPTION VISION CC1 LANGUAGE
36. ent ratings RATING If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system you should use one of the following preselected categories to help simplify the rating selection The following maximum ratings will be allowed CHILD TV Y TV G G U S models only TV Y G Canadian models only YOUTH TV PG PG U S models only TV PG PG 8 ans Canadian models only YOUNG ADULT TV 14 PG 13 U S models only TV 14 14 13 ans Canadian models only PARENTAL CONTROL PARENTAL LOCK ON RATING CHILD CHANGE PASSWORD MENU Move SelectQ Exit 0 CUSTOM If you prefer to set more restrictive ratings highlight CUSTOM and press See pages 28 29 for an overview of the rating systems available In the CUSTOM RATINGS menu 1 Select the desired rating category and press 2 Press 4 or to select the maximum rating or content and press 3 Press 4 or to block or unblock the rating or content and press CJ Once you have blocked a rating or content all higher ratings or contents will be automatically blocked To view a blocked program Press ENTER on the remote control then use the 0 9 buttons to enter your password CHANGE PASSWORD To reset your password 1 Move the cursor to CHANGE PASSWORD press 2 Use the 0 9 buttons to create a new password enter again to confirm In the event that you forget your password see page 36 31 Programming the Remote Control
37. essories 2 Basic Set Up This section teaches you the basic skills needed to operate your new TV 3 Using your New TV This section shows the initial setup screen and how to use your remote control 4 Using your Menus This section teaches you how to access on screen menus and adjust your TV s settings 5 Troubleshooting This section helps you to correct problems you may encounter with your TV Using This Manual MN connecting and Installing the TV Making Connections Refer to the table below it will direct you to the diagram suitable to the equipment you will be connecting If you will be connecting See page Q Cable or antenna only Cable and antenna Cable box Cable box and cable to view scrambled channels VCR and cable or antenna VCR and cable box Two VCRs for tape editing Satellite receiver VCR and Satellite receiver DVD player DVD player with component video output connectors Audio system WO S N N A aj a A e o Audio Video receiver un e Camcorder to view tapes CONTROL S M M mi N VCR using S Link M N Satellite receiver using S Link 2 Note about the AC Power Cord The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with hooks Use caution when removing the AC plug from its holder Gently slide the cord in the upward direction without removing the cord from the two lower hooks
38. l 2 Press to SKIP or ADD only one option will be available Use 0 9 or CH to select the channel Move Select Exit CHANNEL With the CHANNEL CAPTION menu open E CHANNEL CAPTION CAPTION 1 Press and then 4 or to access the desired channel and press again Label up to 12 channels with their call letters 2 Press or to display a letter or number of the caption and press C9 to select it 3 Press to activate To erase a caption press RESET gt CHANNEL 33 CAPTION ____ gt MENU Move SelectQ Exit eu 27 Bill X Using Your Menus continued The Parental Guideline Overview of the Ratings Rating System TV RATINGS Age based options TV RATINGS Block programs by TV Y All children This table provides a brief overview of the their rating content TV Y7 Directed to older children rating systems available for the PARENTAL or both TV G General Audience CONTROL feature TV PG Parental Guidance suggested TV 14 Parents Strongly cautioned Select category TV MA Mature Audience only Move Select Exi For detailed information on how to change your TV rating see pages 30 31 Content based options FV Fantasy Violence D Suggestive Dialogue Notes L Strong Language The content ratings will increase S Sexual situations depending on the level of the age based Vi Violence rating For example a program with a TV MOVIE RATINGS U S models only MOVIE RA
39. layback by pressing TV VIDEO by the primary VCR or to perform tape editing and dubbing l Connect the VCR intended for playback using the connection instructions on page 5 of this manual 2 Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your VCR intended for recording to MONITOR AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your TV 1 Note You cannot record signals from equipment connected to the Y Ps Pr input Rear of TV VIDEO IN 3 4 1 Y S VIDEO VIDEO a VCR for playback AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO VCR for recording AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO LINE 6 IN IN our AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow Satellite Connections Connecting a satellite receiver 1 2 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your receiver Attach the coaxial connector from your cable or antenna to VHF UHF on your TV Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV Connecting a satellite receiver and a VCR 1 2 3 4 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your receiver Attach the coaxial connector from your cable or antenna to IN on your VCR Using a coaxial connector connect OUT on your VCR to VHF UHF on your TV Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your receiver to AUDIO and
40. nd use the 0 9 buttons to enter your 4 digit password PARENTAL CONTROL 00O PASSWORD ____ MENU Use the 0 9 buttons to enter new four digit password Move Select Exit eJ 4 Confirm your password by entering it again PARENTAL CONTROL 88g PASSWORD X X X_ OO l Confirm password Move Select Exit ey Once your password is set correctly you will be taken into the PARENTAL CONTROL menu In order to change the RATING you will need to set PARENTAL LOCK to ON 5 Point the cursor at PARENTAL LOCK and press Press 4 or to ON and press PARENTAL CONTROL t PARENTAL LOCK OFF y RATING CHILD SENT PASSWORD v qj See pages 28 29 for an overview of the Parental Guideline ratings Move SelectQ Exit Tip Q Keep this instruction manual in a safe place In the event that you forget your password please see page 36 Setting the TV s RATING This section provides information on how to set the TV s RATING and how to change your password PARENTAL CONTROL PARENTAL LOCK ON RATING CHILD CHANGE PASSWORD MENU Move SelectQ Exit e Note Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn PARENTAL LOCK to OFF To reactivate your PARENTAL CONTROL settings turn the TV off then back on the TV will restore your rating settings PARENTAL LOCK Turns ratings on off ON Select to activate the RATING OFF Turns off curr
41. nect only the single white audio output to the left input on AUDIO R red your TV AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow A V output 10 Using Special Sony Features Using the CONTROL S feature CONTROL S allows you to control your TV and other Sony equipment with one remote control Using a CONTROL S cable connect CONTROL S IN on your Sony equipment e g VCR to CONTROL S OUT on your TV Tip v You can also program your remote control to operate other equipment see page 34 Using the Vertical Compression feature These models use a feature called vertical compression to achieve maximum picture quality on widescreen sources including selected DVDs This feature compresses the height of each line for a higher resolution of the picture To enjoy this feature set your Sony DVD player to 16 9 mode The widescreen source will be automatically detected and displayed with maximum picture quality Rear of TV CONTROL S O our nO 11 Connecting and Installing the TV continued Connecting S Link to a VCR S Link automatically powers on the TV and switches to the correct video input when a tape is inserted in the VCR l Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV 2 Using an S Link connector mono mini plug connect S LINK on your VCR to S LINK CONTROL S OUT in the same VIDEO IN column
42. ns that were supplied with the equipment 34 Operating a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver If the remote control doesn t work First try repeating the setup procedures using the other codes listed for your equipment Tips amp e f more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment e f you enter a new code number the code number you previously entered at that setting is erased e 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 supplied remote control Whenever you remove the batteries the code numbers may revert to the factory setting Cable box code numbers Manufacturer Code Hamlin Regal 222 223 224 225 226 Jerrold G I 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 218 Oak 227 228 229 Panasonic 219 220 221 Pioneer 214 215 Scientific Atlanta 209 210 211 Tocom 216 217 Zenith 212 213 Satellite receiver code numbers Manufacturer Code Sony 801 preset code for remote control General Electric 802 Hitachi 805 Hughes 804 Panasonic 803 RCA PROSCAN 802 808 Toshiba 806 807 Troubleshooting Consult the table below it suggests solutions to specific problems Problem What it could be What you can do You want to restore the TV s factory settings First turn the TV on Then while pressing the RESET button on the remote co
43. ntrol press the POWER button on the TV The TV will turn itself off and then back on When the TV turns on again all settings will be reset and the initial setup screen will appear A red light keeps flashing on the TV for more than a few seconds Your TV may need service Call your local Sony service center TV makes a noise when turned on This is a normal function of your TV Screen is not lit and there is no sound Power cord may not be plugged in Remote control batteries may not be inserted correctly TV VIDEO setting may be incorrect Current program may exceed PARENTAL CONTROL settings Check your power cord Re insert the batteries in your remote control Press TV VIDEO until you receive a channel Check your PARENTAL CONTROL settings page 31 Poor or no picture screen lit good sound VIDEO menu settings may not be adjusted correctly Antenna cable connections may be faulty VIDEO LABEL inputs may be set to WEB This label darkens the screen for ideal WebTV viewing Readjust your VIDEO menu settings page 22 Check your VIDEO LABEL settings page 25 Good picture no sound Sound may be set to MUTING Your TV may be set to SAP SPEAKER may not be set correctly Press MUTING Check the MTS setting in the AUDIO menu page 23 Check your SPEAKER settings page 23 No color Color settings may not be adjusted correctly Adjust the COLOR setting
44. on your TV Connecting S Link to a satellite receiver When you power on the satellite receiver S Link automatically powers on the TV and switches to the correct video input l Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV 2 Using an S Link connector mono mini plug connect S LINK on your satellite receiver to S LINK CONTROL S OUT in the same VIDEO IN column on your TV Note The S Link feature will override the SKIP VIDEO LABEL input see page 25 12 AUDIO R red AUDIO L white T VIDEO yellow VCR FFR x IN AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO 9 O9 9 S LINK The S Link connector must be in the same VIDEO IN column as the connected A V cables Satellite receiver SATELLITE IN AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO VHF UHF Ow S LINK LINE ol lout AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 a Qr swoeo AE Rear of TV VIDEO IN 3 Hi S VIDEO DEO Bill Basic Set Up Using the Remote Control Insert two size AA R6 batteries supplied by Move amp Select Buttons tching the and the batteries to the TVISAT GUIDE matc ing e an on the batterr e5 4 Ge Move
45. r connection Three A V inputs for easy connection of all your audio and video components Vertical Compression provides a more detailed higher resolution picture for widescreen sources such as DVD Two S VIDEO inputs for high quality image Dual tuner PIP which allows you to watch two programs one embedded in the other Wireless stereo headphones which allow you to listen privately to your television broadcasts Precautions Safety Operate the TV only with 120 V AC The plug is designed for safety purposes to fit in the wall outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your dealer If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet unplug the TV immediately and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further Installing To prevent internal heat build up do not block the ventilation openings Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with hooks Do not attempt to remove the cord from these hooks Doing so could cause damage to the TV This manual is divided into five major sections We recommend that you review the contents before you begin to use your new TV 1 Connecting and Installing the TV This section guides you through your initial set up It shows how to connect to your antenna or cable and connect any acc
46. s in the VIDEO menu page 22 Only snow and noise appear on the screen CABLE may not be set correctly in the CHANNEL SET UP menu Antenna cable connections may not be correct TV may be set to AUX mode Ensure that you have selected the correct CABLE mode in the CHANNEL SET UP menu page 26 Press ANT on your remote control to change the input mode page 16 35 Troubleshooting continued Problem What it could be What you can do Cannot receive upper channels UHF when using an antenna CABLE setting may not be correct in the CHANNEL SET UP menu Ensure that CABLE is set to OFF in the CHANNEL SET UP menu page 26 Use AUTO PROGRAM to add receivable channels that are not presently in TV memory page 26 Cannot receive any channels when using cable CABLE setting may not be correct in the CHANNEL SET UP menu Ensure that CABLE is set to OFF in the CHANNEL SET UP menu page 26 Use AUTO PROGRAM to add receivable channels that are not presently in TV memory page 26 Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Volume may not be adjusted on your cable box Press TV FUNCTION and adjust the TV s volume TV is fixed to one channel CHANNEL FIX settings may not be correct Check your CHANNEL FIX settings page 26 Lost password for PARENTAL CONTROL n the password screen enter the following mas
47. ter password 4357 The master password cannot be used to unlock currently blocked channels If after reading these operating instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television please call our Direct Response Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 U S residents only or 416 499 SONY 7669 Canadian residents only 36 MN specifications Supplied Accessories Cordless stereo headphones MDR IF0230 1 Remote control RM Y170 1 Batteries size AA 3 Optional Accessories Connecting cables A V Cable VMC 810 820 830HG Audio Cable RKC 515HG Component VMC 10 30HG Video Cable S Link Cable RK G69HG S Video Cable YO 15 30HG TV Stand SU 32XBR2 SU 36XBR2 Power requirements KV 32XBR250 120 V 60 Hz KV 36XBR250 120 V 60 Hz Number of inputs outputs Video S VIDEO Audio Audio out Monitor out TV out S Link out gt po oo gt po oo S Link in Y PB Pr 1 1 Speaker output W 15W x2 15Wx2 Power consumption W In use Max In standby 200 W 2 W 200 W 2 W Dimensions W H D mm in 882 x 687 x 592 mm 34 3 4 x 27 Vie x 23 1 4 in 975 x 757 x 633 mm 38 s x 29 13 16 x 24 15 76 in Mass kg Ib Notes D Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative 9 Y 1Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative C 0 286 Vp p Burst
48. tions 2 AUDIO OUT tese n eet 23 AUTO VOLUME CONTROL AUX Hookup 3 4 ASV receiver essent eene tnn ttn tn enne nnn n 9 B BALANCE r 23 BASIC menu operations 81 S BASS 23 Battery installation sss 13 18 BRIGHTNESS iiec e a EAS 22 c CABLE esas E I praeerat 26 Cable box wd operation se 34 CAPTION VISION closed caption 25 CT MM 17 38 CHANNEL CAPTION eee 27 CHANNEL FIX 26 CHANNEL SKIP ADD 27 COLOR eaii 222 COLOR CORRECT ceste tnter 22 Connecting TV to ANTENNA unei aaa aaea gine 3 Audio Syste serors on a ap ER a 9 Cable dii isecen inre ain araen iienaa ina ieri 3 Cable box and cable sess 4 Camcorder 10 CONTROLS 11 DVD player retenti renda 8 Satellite teceiyet 2 ducente cetera 7 Satellite receiver and VCR sss 7 Two VCRS e tnter nnne nnns 6 ber RRRNES 5 CURRENT TIME SET 1 eere 24 D DAYLIGHT SAVING eee 24 DEMO m at 25 DISPLAY button CAPTION VISION neret eterna 25 DVD operation sesseseeeneneenenenentetene 33 E Editing using MONITOR OUT sss EFFECT OFF m SIMULATED x lp F FAVORITE CHANNEL seen 26 FAVORITE CHANNEL
49. tions 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 itin Important Safeguards dpi iM eS or the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug o fj ITA 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 re
50. ur audio output see page 23 Connecting an A V receiver 1 Using A V cables connect TV OUT on your TV to TV IN on your A V receiver 2 Using A V cables connect A V OUT on your receiver to VIDEO IN on your TV Note If you will be connecting your A V receiver to external speakers you do not need to connect AUDIO OUT on your A V receiver to AUDIO IN on your TV Tip You may want to use CHANNEL FIX to fix your TV s input to the A V receiver VIDEO 1 see CHANNEL SET UP on page 26 Rear of TV VIDEOOIN svoo a Sur veo 8 8 Pa VIDEO looo OO ooo ar no AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow Rear of TV AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow A V receiver A V outputs MH Connecting and Installing the TV continued Connecting a camcorder If you have an S VIDEO equipped camcorder This connection is convenient for viewing a you can use an S VIDEO cable for optimum picture directly from your camcorder picture quality Using A V connectors connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV x VIDEO 2 INPUT Tip Q S VIDEO VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R If you are connecting a monaural camcorder con
51. w preview 26 FREEZE Dutton ics stescssctaccacehenacuhqscssssniveiasststaet eseae 17 H Headphones sse 18 ETUDE eese veriti m PR ERU IERRERIH IERI OS 22 l J K JUM DP DEOR ioin titer en nana 15 L LANGUAGE sese Language selection Laserdise cieessese eerte tree eerie rien Learning menus AUDIO ginie dada queas SET UP TIMER T MIDE O E E E TE E ES E E VIVID 0 ONOFF TIMER oiessssssccessssnesssssenssscestecsesssseenssseaseoreens Operating video equipment 2 P Q PARENTAL CONTROL PARENTAL LOCK eene 31 RATING CHANGE PASSWORD seen 31 Picture in Picture PIP Main picture sssssssssseseseeeeneneneene Window picture PICTURE MODE button T PIP CONNECHONS osicrisiisrisriorisiasresrisrisissrisrssresrastisrssvisias PIP operations AUDIO ara mda CH Y BREEZE ccvesessdensensdstesiechosuedecavaecentncestiecerdaadecntaedeokas PUD ee a E AAEE POSITION SWAP TV7VIDEQ 5 ieoeetine ron eai 17 Programming the remote sss 32 34 R RATINGS ENGLISEL 2 reticere teile cto E E 29 FRENCH 29 MOVIE 28 TVs 28 U S A 429 UNRATED ecteciscie videte sou te crecer edet 28 Remote control FUNCTION buttons eere Illustration S SAP P 23 Safety EE E
52. y efficiency ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark Owners Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model Number Serial Number c e Ex 19 e Uu Eu oO O oO WwW fo 5 aa ge 19 em i WwW jo 4 gt gt I ca a d 5S 1 e Q jo 4 gt V fo fem oO ok o 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 instruc
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