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1. A OPEN Push up to open the front panel Front panel connectors are under the Control Panel Cover To open and close the cover refer to page 18 and 19 Connection Description Connects to the S VIDEO OUT wack of your ir VCR or other S VIDEO equipped video component Provides better picture quality than the VHF UHF jacks or the Video IN jack Connects to the audio and video OUT jacks o on n your VCR or other video component A fourth video input VIDEO 2 is located on the front panel of the LCD projection TV Connects to your DVD player s s or digital set top box s component video Y PB PR and audio L R jacks To control other Sony equipment with the LCD projection TV s remote control connect the CONTROL S IN jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the LCD projection TV with the CONTROL S cable To control the LCD projection TV with the remote control of another Sony product connect the CONTROL S OUT jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S IN jack on the LCD projection TV with the CONTROL S cable Connects to the left and right audio inputs of your audio or video component 5 AUDIO OUT jacks are operable only when the TV s Speaker is set to Off Continued 23 TE ER Aei pe LIMONO wo R HO a Description CableCARD provides cable subsc
2. If the lamp cover screw is inserted incorrectly the lamp may not operate properly In such a case remove the screw insert it correctly and then tighten the screw completely 5 Ifthe lamp cover is not reattached securely the self diagnostic function may be triggered and the POWER STANDBY indicator flashes three times see page 122 Reattach the Front Panel Cover securely Press firmly 5 Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL 2200 replacement lamp 5 Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in unplugging the connecting cords Rough handling may cause the LCD projection TV to fall damaging the TV the TV stand and or the floor 19 This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your LCD Pere TV OO Pagels _ LCD PER TV Foni Panel and Connectors 22 Installing the LCD Proj ection TV 25 Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antenna 28 Connecting Optional Equipment 33 VCR and Cable 35 VCR and Cable Box 36 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 38 Satellite Receiver 39 Satellite Receiver with a VCR 40 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 42 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 43 Camcorder 44 Audio Receiver 45 Digital Cable Box 46 Digital Satellite Receiver 47 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connector 48 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector 50 Using the Control S Feature 51 Using CableCARD 52 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Ch
3. 9 AUDIO OUT jacks are operable only when the TV s Speaker is set to Off Optical Rectangular a PCMCIA Type MI see ae ay crea ee ear AA 5 wW L 5W R 20W Woofer Continued 123 Dimensions W x Hx D KDF 55XS955 62 x 37 2 x 19 inches 1 574 x 952 x 484 mm KDF 60XS955 66 3 s x 39 5 8 x 20 4 inches 1 685 x 1 007 x 514 mm Mass l KDF 55XS955 48 0 kg 105 Ib 29 oz KDF 60XS 955 51 5 kg 113 Ib 19 oz Power Consumption _ InUse a KDF 55 60XS955 265 W In Standby Lessthn 20W a en eee ey AA R6 Batteries 2 supplied for remote control Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 124 HDMI cable Component video cable S VIDEO cable A V cable Audio cable Optical cable Control S cable RK G69 TV Stand SU GW12 Lamp XL 2200 125 0 9 buttons 56 63 4 3 Detaults 101 Activating a Twin View screen 68 Adding channels to the channel list 103 Adjusting audio Steady Sound 98 Advanced Video 96 Alternate Audio 65 Alternate Video 65 ANT button 57 63 Antenna connecting 29 30 Audio Menu 93 98 Audio Out 99 Audio receiver connecting 45 Auto Program channel setup 54 102 Auto SAP 99 Balance adjusting 98 Bass adjusting 98 Batteries inserting in remote 55 Black Corrector 97 BN Smoother 97 Brightness adjusting 94 Cable connecting 29 30 with VCR connecting 35 Cable box connecting with VCR 36 using with TV remote control 60 Cab
4. 5 To watch the DVD player press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input VIDEO 1 in the illustration If you have a non Sony DVD player and want to set up the TV remote control to operate the DVD player you must program the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on page 58 5 To control DVD functions with the TV remote control see Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer on page 61 5 Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 109 43 Camcorder For easy connection of the camcorder the LCD projection TV has front audio and video inputs shown below However if you prefer you can also connect the camcorder to the LCD projection TV s rear AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the camcorder s audio and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks 5 f you have a mono camcorder connect its left audio output to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO L MONO jack If your camcorder is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc s EO Y VIDEO 2 INPUT 5s To S VIDEO To A V output output AUDIO R red _ AUDIO L white AN cable not supplied p VIDEO yellow
5. Press to cycle through the connected video sources Try another channel it could be station trouble l Adjust the option in the Video menu see page 94 Adjust the option in the Video menu see page 94 Check the ant na cable connections Adjust the option in the Video menu see page 94 Check the antenna cable connections Try another channel it could be station trouble Press to change the input mode see page 57 Adjust the antenna Move the LCD projection TV away from noise sources such as cars neon signs or hair dryers Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may solve the problem Set the to an appropriate value The default setting is Tf doubled images appear with Select the best value from to see page 109 You have selected a text option in the Setup menu and no text is available See page 108 to reset Setup selections To turn off this feature set the option to If you were trying to select closed captioning select instead of Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16 9 this is especially common with theatrical releases Your LCD projection TV will show these programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen For more details check the documentation that came with your DVD or contact your program provider The compression used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs may cause your LCD projection TV s screen to
6. To tune to analog Shanes press 7S and then For digital subchannels press 5 Q press again and then For example to select subchannel 21 13 press and then press You can also select channels using the program guide See page 65 for details Press Press press again or to unmute Press The LCD projection TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected Press once to display the channel number current time and channel label if set Press again to turn Display off Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV s video inputs Press to display the Menu For details see Using the Menus on page 93 Press to alternate between sources connected to the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE inputs 63 Displaying the This LCD projection TV is equipped to show program information if it is Program Guide available from the station The program guide lets you review program information and select both analog and digital channels Tune your LCD projection TV to a channel by using the and buttons Press on the LCD projection TV s remote control The program guide will appear with the currently selected program showing in the background Channel number call letters etc Program title and description program duration time remaining rating information closed caption availability etc Select
7. including total capacity used capacity and free capacity 89 About DCF File Names 90 Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still photo and movie files using DCF compliant directory and file names If you selected the option as described on page 89 you might want to have your digital camera s instruction manual handy in order to check how files and directories are organized for your specific model of digital camera DCF stands for Design Rules for Camera File Systems which are specifications established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association SEITA formerly JEIDA Memory Stick When using Memory Stick media follow these precautions Precautions To avoid permanent damage to still image data do not turn off the LCD projection TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on Avoid touching the terminal of Memory Stick media or bringing it into contact with a metal object Do not drop bend or submit Memory Stick media to external shock Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media Avoid getting liquid on Memory Stick media Apply labels only within the designated label area scope Label Area MEMORY Stick To avoid permanent damage to still image data do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to High temperature such
8. Cable box unscrambles all channels No VCR See the connections described on pages 35 and 36 Cable or Antenna Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels If you have a cable box see pages 31 and 32 Do not intend to connect a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in your home as described below 75 ohm coaxial cable Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only OF 75 ohm coaxial 3 Rear of LCD combined cable I D Projection TV VHE UHE VHF UHF sually found in newer homes 75 ohm coaxial ie cable see 2 Cable Projection TV CABLE Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only or 300 ohm twin lead cable UHF Only or combined z 2 VHF UHF Antenna connector not supplied Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF and UHF r Rear of LCD iiaii Projection TV VHF UHF U V mixer not supplied 29 Cable and Antenna 30 Have a cable and an antenna This is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to receive additional channels that are not provided by your cable TV company Do not have a cable box or VCR If you have a cable box see pages 31 and 32 If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 Antenna and CATV cable Cable Type Connect As Shown Cable TV CATV and Antenna Antenna cable vurur cHisie CATV cable eei DoT oo o o oOo Switch the LCD projec
9. OXI OUT wtf Oa 4 Coaxial cable Coaxial cable CABLE cD VHF UHF 5 This connection will allow you to take advantage of viewing the pictures in Dual Picture Features such as Twin View Freeze etc ee Tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Set up the LCD projection TV remote control to Program the remote control See Programming the Remote operate the cable box Activate the remote control to operate the cable Press box Control on page 58 once and the indicator lights up Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels When using the cable box the LCD projection TV must stay on the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 You can use the LCD projection TV s Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel For details see Using the Channel Menu on page 102 Switch the LCD projection TV s input between Press to switch back and forth between the LCD projection the cable box and cable TV s VHF UHF scrambled channels and CABLE unscrambled inputs 31 Cable Box Before connecting a cable box see Using CableCARD on page 52 Use the cable box Your cable company scrambles all channels which requires you to use a cable box You do not have a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 Use the LCD projection TV s
10. alkaline cleaner acid cleaner scouring powder chemical cloth or solvent such as alcohol benzene or thinner as these may scratch the screen s coating 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 hear a swimming pool etc 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 LCD projection 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 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 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 at a co provided Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct sunlight Do not allow anything to rest on
11. indicator LED 22 insertion slot 22 panning photos 85 photo options 84 playing movies 86 precautions 91 removing 80 rotating photos 85 slide show options 88 troubleshooting 117 viewing photos 83 zooming photos 85 MENU button 57 63 Menu Color 109 Menus Applications 93 111 Audio 93 98 Channel 93 102 Parent 93 104 Screen 93 100 Setup 93 108 Video 93 94 Mild Mode 95 Mode Pro 94 Standard 94 Vivid 94 MTS Auto SAP 99 MUTING button 63 Noise Reduction 95 Overscan 101 Parent Menu 93 104 Parental control described 12 Parental Lock 104 Password changing 105 PICTURE button 56 Picture contrast adjusting 94 Picture size adjusting in Twin View 70 128 Power Saving 95 POWER STANDBY indicator 22 122 problems troubleshooting 115 121 Program Guide 64 Program Options menu 65 progressive 114 Ratings setting 106 viewing blocked programs 105 Rear panel controls and connections 23 Remote control inserting batteries 55 programming 58 59 Removing channels from the channel list 103 RESET button 56 Resetting Audio options 98 Video options 94 Satellite receiver connecting 39 using with TV remote control 60 Screen Menu 93 setting up channels 54 Setup menu 108 Sharpness adjusting 94 Show Hide Channels 103 Simulated 98 Speaker 99 Specifications 123 124 Steady Sound adjusting 98 Timer set current 112 TIMER indicator 22 121 Timer setting 111 Treble adjusting 98 troubleshooting 1
12. see Protect on page 84 and 87 Indicates that the photo is marked to be printed Indicates that the photo has an associated voice memo 81 Using the Memory The following describes how to use the Memory Stick Index Stick Index dete Press a photo voice memo 6 or movie E thumbnail Display the Press C For details see Viewing Photos on page highlighted photo 83 and Playing Movies on page 86 voice memo or movie file full screen Display the next page 1 Press to select V ot thumbndils 2 Press to display the next page of thumbnails Display the previous 1 Press to select V or next page of 2 A ne Press to select thumbnails y 3 To go to the previous page press To go to the next page press Use the Memory Stick 1 Press to select V Menu bar to access additional options 2 Press or to select or 3 Press or to select the option you want to change For details on these options see Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options on page 88 Move the highlight 1 Press or to select V from the Memory Stick Menu bar back to the thumbnails 2 Press to return to the currently displayed thumbnails or to display the next page of thumbnails Exit Memory Stick Press a button on the remote control Viewer 82 Information about selected photo Selected photo Previous next buttons Photo menu bar Photo Controls Wh
13. the TV needs service When lit indicates that the timer is set see page 22 or 122 When the timer is set this LED will remain lit even when the TV is turned off If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter as described on page 36 you must use a special bi directional splitter that is designed to work with your digital cable box Contact your cable provider for details Only analog channels can be recorded to your VCR The screw of the lamp cover may be slanted Take out the screw insert it straight into the screw hole and then tighten it completely see page 16 When the TV is in use there is a natural rise in temperature causing the cabinet to expand or contract and may be accompanied by a slight creaking noise This is not a malfunction 121 POWEFV STANDBY LAMP TIMER o a The POWER STANDBY green or red and or LAMP red indicators light or flash if there is a problem with or change in the condition of the LCD projection TV The lamp for the light source is ready to turn on The lamp cover is not attached securely When you secure the lamp cover the POWER STANDBY indicator flashes in red and the LCD projection TV enters the standby mode see page 22 The lamp for the light source has burned out Replace it with new one see page 16 If the LCD projection TV does not function properly after correcti
14. 6l Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer 61 Operating a 5 1ch DVD AV System SONY DAN 35 dvsetinesatectstesesecsseieetee piaaisos 6l Operating a DVD VCR or HDD DVD Combo Uite an isan E A ARRA 62 Operating an AV Receiver 62 OVEEVIOW fesiscleicssaeatisi ct rasdoerSetdenteiadeditecatteirdeeeestes 63 Watching TV senacie arenar aoea 63 Using the Program Guide ssec 64 Displaying the Program Guide saec 64 Using the Guide Menu eee 65 Using the Program Options Menu en 65 Using Wide Screen Mode se cauria 66 Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 4 3 Source Standard definition source n 66 Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 16 9 Source High definition source 67 Using Twin VIEWS s ccsisvs icosseessicivtiiscsosesedeeasnsisetes 68 Displaying Twin Pictures loeser 68 Activating the Picture oe eeeeeeeeeeeee 68 Changing the Picture Size eee 70 10 Using Favorite Channels ccsccesseeereeensreerees 71 Using the Channel Menu qu eee 71 Using the Favorite Channels Guide 0 00 00 72 Using the Freeze Function ceeeeneerreeeee 73 About Memory Stick 2 eeeneeneereneereenes JS Features terana NT 75 Memory Stick Compatibility 00000 76 Memory Stick Functionality 0 eee 76 File Compatibility seirian 77 Trademark Information 77 Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick 78 Inserting a Memory Stick oc eee 78 Inserting the Memory Stick Duo 79 Removing a Memory Stick eerie 80 Using the Memory Stick Index eee
15. Antenna Cable Box and Cable Cable Box sic EEE tia nee 32 Connecting Optional Equipment neeesser 33 Making Video Connections 34 About Using S VIDEO 94 VCR and Cable 35 VCR and Cable Box cccccceessceeessseeeserees 36 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 3 Satellite Receiver dD Satellite Receiver with a VCR 40 DVD Player with Component Video Connec tOrS asele e E a 42 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 43 Camcorder wcesd ere A ena 44 Audio Receiver enitn eain 45 Digital Cable BOX sessesesrersrerererererrererererees 46 Digital Satellite Receiver eects 47 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connec toT Eee sie eect Rete te 48 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector ea e ei iEneas 50 Using the CONTROL S Feature sre 31 Using CableCARD 52 About Using CableCARD 52 Activating CableCARD Service 52 Removing the CableCARD 93 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List 54 Using Initial Setups A OVEIVICW amp roaie oa esenee en dite Miva ZOD Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control 55 Button Descriptions cscs eeeeeerecteneerenee re DO Programming the Remote Control eee 58 Manufacturer s Codes ccc eeeseeerserseneerneneen OD Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control cee ereseneneee 60 Operating a Cable Box 60 Operating a Satellite Receiver 60 Operating a VCR oe ceeeeeceenssneeeeeeee teens
16. LCD projection TV s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO OOr LENE LINE N our i LINE A AUDIO R red C AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow AN cable not supplied ANN cable not supplied To perform tape editing set the LCD projection TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing TV VIDEO on the remote control 5 You may need to change the video input on your VCR Consult your VCR s operating manual for instructions a f your VCRs have S VIDEO jacks For best picture quality use an S VIDEO connection instead of the yellow video cable on your combined AN cable Using an S VIDEO cable connect the playback VCR s S VIDEO OUT jack to the recording VCR s S VIDEO IN jack S VIDEO does not provide audio so audio cables must be connected to provide sound You cannot record signals from equipment connected to the Y Ps Pr input Satellite Receiver Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s SATELLITE IN jack Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the satellite receiver s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Using a coaxial cable connect your cable to the LCD projection TV s CABLE jack or your antenna to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack 5 f your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VI
17. TV s sound only through your external audio system speakers 99 Selecting Screen Options is unavailable while in Twin View page 68 Freeze page 73 or Memory Stick mode page 75 100 Press Press or to highlight the Screen icon 4 and press va CE Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Press to exit the menu screen The Screen menu includes the following options Option Description _ Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 Select a screen screen keeping the original image as much as mode to use for possible 4 3 sources Select to return the 4 3 picture to its original size and aspect ratio 9 Normal is not available when watching 720p or 1080i sources ee Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally only to fill the wide screen Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally and vertically to an equal aspect ratio that fills the wide screen To change from one setting to another use on the remote control see page 56 Allows you to move the position of the picture left and right in the window This feature also allows you to adjust the picture from any connected equipment Select while watching the picture to be adjusted The LCD projection TV stores the position in memory for each input Press or gt to and press CF to choose a correction between 10 and 10 If is set t
18. You are using files that were obtained from the Internet or from a printed film processing center The Memory Stick has been formatted on a personal computer Sony recommends that you back up all data stored on Memory Stick media to avoid potential data loss In the above two cases in order to avoid potential data corruption that may occur be sure to back up data prior to use with the TV s Memory Stick Viewer Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to Memory Stick media is lost or damaged For certain non Sony brand Memory Stick media you can view images but you cannot rotate delete or protect unprotect images on the television An error message will occur if you attempt any of these operations This is a result of the unique file directory structure on these particular flash memory media and is not a malfunction of the television File Compatibility Trademark Information The Memory Stick Viewer is compatible with JPEG images taken with Sony digital still cameras and MPEGI movies taken with Sony digital cameras and camcorders To be viewable in the Memory Stick Viewer files must have the following file name extensions Supported File Name Extensions _ Jpg Jpeg mpg mpeg Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo and MagicGate are trademarks of Sony Corporation Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly 77 If you are using a Memory St
19. a VCR or DVD player in the second window by pressing while in Twin View Sources connected to the CABLE VIDEO 5 VIDEO 6 VIDEO 7 and VIDEO 8 inputs as well as digital source display only i in the left Twin View window There is no Twin View window Be sure the Twin View window is set to a video input or channel that has a signal or it is just static airing You might be tuned to a video input with nothing connected to it Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing Twin View cannot display a Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing Check that the anything but TV channels option is not set to See the Setup menu on page 109 D Twin View displays the same Both Twin View windows might be set to the same channel Try changing program in both windows channels i in either window 115 Remote Control Possible Remedies Lo RE control does not The batteries could be weak Replace the batteries operate Check the orientation of the batteries Press once and the TV indicator lights up You may have inadvertently pressed which changes the remote control to SAT or CABLE mode Make sure this unit s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet Locate the unit at least 3 4 feet away from fluorescent lights Cannot change channels with If you are using the LCD projection TV to change channels first press the remote control once and the TV indicator lights up If you are using another device to change channels b
20. a separate cable box for digital cable TV services you may be able to receive programming using this TV with the CableCARD instead except in the following circumstances Your cable TV company does not provide CableCARD service in your viewing area You want to access your cable TV company s interactive or advanced features such as video on demand or is some cases pay per view At this time these services require a bidirectional link which are only available through the use of a separate set top box CableCARD is currently a unidirectional device only and cannot provide these advanced services Check with your cable TV company for CableCARD service details limitations pricing and availability all of which are determined by your cable TV company not Sony Activating Before you can use CableCARD service you need to insert the CableCARD CableCARD Service supplied by your cable TV company and activate the service as described below Turn off the TV Insert the CableCARD into the TV s CableCARD slot VES IN B CAUTION Inserting the CableCARD incorrectly may result in permanent damage to the card and the TV 52 Gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place You can also access Turn on the TV After 1 2 minutes the CableCARD setup screen is information about your automatically displayed This screen includes information your cable CableCARD in t
21. lines of resolution Displays images using interlaced scanning which first transmits all the odd lines on the LCD projection TV screen and then the even lines Provides 480 lines of resolution Displays images using progressive scanning which transmits each line from top to bottom Provides 720 lines of resolution Displays images using progressive scanning which transmits each line from top to bottom Provides 1080 lines of resolution Displays images using interlaced scanning which first transmits all the odd lines on the LCD projection TV screen and then the even lines 10801 is one of the formats used by HDTV High Definition TV If after reading these operating instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television please call our Customer Information Services Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 US residents only or 1 877 899 SONY 7669 Canadian residents only Before calling Sony customer support please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV You ll find this information on the front cover of this manual Twin View _ Possible Remedie I cannot get Twin View to work If you are using a cable box to unscramble all channels as shown on page 32 you cannot use the Twin View feature This is because the cable box can unscramble only one channel at a time You can use Twin View to view a signal from a different source that is connected to the LCD projection TV s A V jacks such as
22. not saved after Memory Stick is ejected or Memory Stick Viewer is closed Cannot show or hide file information in full screen or Slide Show Cannot see menu Cannot hear audio while using Memory Stick Not all MP3 files on Memory Stick are included when the option is selected page 88 MP3 files on the Memory Stick are not listed Music files are playing in wrong order Cannot see MP3 list to play music MPEG movie does not play back correctly Check that the Some variations of MPEGI movies may not play back Sorrectly Make sure the image file is a JPEG jpg jpeg file or an MPEG mpg mpeg file Make sure the Memory Stick is inserted properly see page 75 Check the option setting see page 89 Check the setting see page 89 and ensure that files are either in DCF directories if is selected see page 89 or in the currently selected folder if is selected see page 89 The maximum number of files the Memory Stick Viewer can display is 2 000 files total including all JPEG MPEG1 and MP3 files JPEGs captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion in full screen This is a result of the way digital video cameras record still images and is not a result of a malfunction with the LCD projection TV The Memory Stick might be locked Unlock the Memory Stick and try rotating the image again The file might not have information EXIF data that is usually generated when a digital came
23. of fan running depending on the placement of your LCD projection TV The noise may be more noticeable during the night or when the background noise level is low 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus 4 When a cart is used use caution when Tia moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unpl
24. one brightness luminance signal Component video achieves greater color accuracy than composite video or S VIDEO by splitting chrominance into two separate portions Composite video is sent through a single cable Composite video combines the color shade chrominance and brightness luminance information into one video signal A new technology for transmitting and receiving broadcast television signals DTV provides higher resolution and improved sound quality over analog television Provides an uncompressed all digital audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus multi channel digital audio A unit of the Federal Communications Commission Washington DC that establishes television standards in the United States such as NTSC Color the standard used in this LCD projection TV Radio Frequency That part of the frequency spectrum that is used to transmit TV and radio signals S VIDEO requires a single cable which carries the brightness luminance and color chrominance signals of the picture separately S VIDEO provides better resolution than composite video which carries the signals together VHF Very High Frequency is the part of the frequency spectrum from 30 to 300 megahertz UHF Ultra High Frequency is the part of the frequency spectrum from 300 to 3 000 megahertz Provides 480
25. red white to white etc Coaxial cable 2 DEO cable If you are connecting a not supplied digital cable box you will need a special bi Coaxial directional splitter cable designed to work with your cable box AN cable not supplied AUDIO R red OG la AUDIO L white i CATV VIDEO yellow J cable aer Coaxial cable AN cable not supplied mw r5 S L S 38 Coaxial cable 5 If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable You will not be able to change channels on the VCR Tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to and then use the cable box to switch channels 5 Pressing ANT on the remote control switches between the channels coming in through the cable box unscrambled and those coming directly to the LCD projection TV scrambled 37 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 38 Using S VIDEO jacks See page 34 Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc If you connect two VCRs you can record from one VCR to the other while using your LCD projection TV to monitor what is being recorded Using A V cables connect the playback VCR s AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks to the recording VCR s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks Using A V cables connect the recording VCR s AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks to the
26. remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box 5 With this connection all channels come into the LCD projection TV through your cable box and only one unscrambled signal is sent to the LCD projection TV so you cannot use the dual picture features If some of your channels are scrambled but others are not consider using the Cable Box and Cable connection on page 31 instead Connect the CATV cable to the cable box s input jack Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box s output jack to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List on pages 54 CATV cable Coaxial cable VHF UHF Bie Tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Set up the LCD projection TV remote control to Program the remote control See Programming the Remote operate the cable box Control on page 58 Activate the remote control to operate the cable Press once and the OAS box indicator lights up Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels When using the cable box the LCD projection TV must stay on the 32 channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 You can use the LCD projection TV s Channel Fix
27. s Codes listed on page 59 select the three digit code number for the manufacture s code of your equipment If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment Use the code number to complete the following procedure Press the DVD VCR FUNCTION and RESET buttons simultaneously or press the SAT CABLE FUNCTION and RESET buttons simultaneously DVD VCR and SAT CABLE buttons flash Press the function button you want to program To program a cable box or a satellite receiver Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION To program video equipment Press DVD VCR FUNCTION Enter the three digit manufacturer s code number using the 0 9 buttons Press ENT enter button If no code number is input within 10 seconds or an invalid or incorrect code number is input the remote control automatically goes back to the previous setting To check if the code number works aim the TV s remote control at the equipment and press DVD VCR and or SAT CABLE POWER that corresponds with that equipment If it responds the programming is completed If not try using the other codes listed for that manufacturer n some cases you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control In such cases use the equipment s own remote control unit Sony e 7 General Electric 755 Hitachi Pe IVC 756 Magnvox 757 Mitsubishi O ooo Panasonic O E E Philips 75
28. seconds Slide advances after about 6 seconds Slide advances after about 12 seconds Slide advances only after you press ore Determines whether file information is displayed Select or Slide Show continuously loops Slide Show plays once through all files and ends Folder Menu Options The Rotate and Protect functions do not change the file s modification date Memory Stick Menu The Folder menu includes the following options Option Description Allows you to select different folders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer Selects all folders within the directories defined by the DCF rules used by Sony digital cameras see page 90 JPEG and MPEG files in those directories are recognized even if they do not conform to the DCF file naming rules Allows you to access individual folders on the Memory Stick Allows you to change the order in which the Memory Stick files are displayed selected folder Displays files in chronological order by modification date Displays files in reverse chronological order by modification date Displays files in alphabetical order by f filename l Displays all readable files Displays only photo JPEG files Displays all files marked with the Print Mark feature regardless of the currently selected folder For details see Print Quantity on page 84 The Memory Stick menu displays the current status of the Memory Stick
29. sg icon The feature is also known as DPOF Digital Print Order Format 84 The Photo menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing options Press or to select s or Use e to selec ne desired ropion P Displays the Monae Stick ade with ithe highlight c on a the currently displayed photo s thumbnail For details see Using the Memory Stick Index on page 81 Displays the Slide Show menu For details see Slide Show Menu Options on page 88 Allows you to rotate the photo in 90 degree increments clockwise or counterclockwise For details see Using Rotate on page 85 Allows you to magnify and pan across the photo For details see Using Zoom and Pan on page 85 Allows you to protect the JPEG file from any changes When a JPEG file is protected it cannot be rotated or deleted Select or Allows you to indicate the number of prints to make of the specific photo when the Memory Stick is inserted into a compatible photo printer not supplied Deletes the JPEG file from the Memory Stick You cannot delete a JPEG file that has been protected or if the Memory Stick is locked Using Zoom and Pan In the Photo menu bar press or to highlight Press or to highlight and press C Specify the zoom center point by using then press to set the center The Zoom and Pan controls are displayed a Pme Zoom in increase magnification Press
30. that are broadcast with closed captioning Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision options See Programming Caption Vision on page 110 Caption Vision is turned on Caption Vision is turned off Set to or When on displays the program name time remaining and other information if the broadcaster offers this service Displays when the channel is changed or the button is pressed Description _ Allows you to label the audio ideo equipment you have connected to the LCD projection TV so you can identify them when using When in this menu Press or to highlight an input to label then press CD to select it Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the labels Press CED to select the equipment you connected to each of the input jacks on the back of your LCD projection TV Select if you do not have any equipment connected to a particular input VHS DVD Receiver Satellite Cable Box 8mm DTV Game LD Beta Skip DVD Satellite Cable Box DTV HD Game PVR Skip 5 If you select Skip your LCD projection TV skips the selected connection when you press TV VIDEO Select to display all on screen menus in your language of choice Enables you to select a specific color for the on screen menus from ne and Corrects the i image o on 1 your LCD projection TV Before adjusting After adjusting Factory setting g Automatically corrects double images Select a level from
31. the lamp Doing so may cause the lamp to burst Turn off the power on the main unit Wait several minutes then unplug the power cord The cooling fan will continue to operate for about two minutes after turning the power off Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging the power cord to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it Take the new lamp out of the box 5 Don t shake the lamp Vibration can damage the lamp or shorten its life Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp receptacle This may reduce picture quality or lamp life 5 Hold beneath both sides of the cover and pull forward to release it Pull out the lamp Loosen the screw on the lamp cover with a coin or similar object to remove it slide the knob to left and then pull out the lamp cover On e Continued 17 18 Loosen the screw that holds the lamp then pull out the lamp F ie 5 The lamp is very hot immediately after use Never touch the front glass of the lamp or the surrounding parts After it has cooled place the used lamp into the empty box of the replacement lamp Never put the used lamp into a plastic bag while the lamp is hot Reattach the lamp Place back the new lamp and tighten the screw Replace the lamp cover slide the knob to right till the A V mark matches and then tighten the screw
32. to select a feature Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Press C 5 to select the desired option Nene Press to exit the menu screen The Channel menu includes the eee options Useful when you have a cable box or satellite receiver connected __ Description Lets you set up a ist of your favorite channels For details see Using Favorite Channels on page Te Turns off Fix your LCD projection TV s channel setting to one channel 2 6 and use the cable box VCR or satellite receiver to change channels Select one of these settings if you have connected the device to the VHF UHF jack Fix your TV s channel setting to C2 C6 CABLE input and use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels Use when connecting acable box TV output should be connected through the cable box Use when connecting a cable box TV output should be connected through the cable box Select to add digital channels i Automatically se sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels for the current input VHF UHF or 9 Auto Program may take up to 50 minutes to complete A progress bar will display the approximate progress of the Auto Program and Digital Channels Add sequences Channels that you set to hide can only be accessed with the buttons Description Allows you to show or hide channels that appear in the Program Guide see page 64
33. 1 4 to align the images and i improve the picture Select to use the LCD projection TV at an altitude of 5 000 feet 1 500 m or higher Select to use the LCD projection TV at normal altitude 109 Programming If you selected the option under see page 108 you Caption Vision can change the following G D scription Allows you to select basic analog ElA 608 closed caption options Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound effects of a program Should be set to for most programs Displays network station information presented using either half or the whole screen if available For closed captioning set to Allows you to select advanced digital EIA 708 closed caption options Select from the available options Allows you to set digital closed captioning to digital EIA 608 or digital EIA 708 Allows you to make additional settings for digital EIA 708 closed caption options Allows you to customize the following settings E gt 5 Color options can also be set to Solid or Translucent 110 Selecting Application Options Press Press or to highlight the Application icon 2 and press 42 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Press CF to select a feature Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Press _ to select the desired option Press to exit the menu screen plays OoOO Disp
34. 15 121 TruSurround 98 TV FUNCTION button 63 TV POWER button 57 63 TV VIDEO button 57 63 Twin View activating a picture 68 described 12 using 68 VCR using with TV remote control 61 with cable box connecting 36 with cable connecting 35 with satellite receiver connecting 40 Vertical Center 101 Vertical Size 101 Video inputs labeling 109 Video Menu 93 94 Video Modes selecting 94 Viewing area recommended 27 Virtual Dolby 98 VOL button 56 63 White Balance 97 Wide Mode 100 Wide Screen Mode 66 Zoom feature with Twin View 70 http www sony net Printed in U S A
35. 5 Troubleshooting nseninien eaa cents 115 TWA VIEW ri a a edeace cuearosen ess 115 Remot Controles srasni 116 CableGCARD sione Mia iri bse atetiee 116 Memory Steker inidan 117 N Id Os n a a ate bleak Mate 119 Audi nane a e i 120 Chann lS rennarin aiee ian 120 Generalo eae rA EEA EELEE eS 121 Flashing Indicators on the Front of the TV 122 Specification S aaor E ks E E T 123 Optional ACCESSOTIES cece ereeetereernerseneees 125 INDOXi ee ee Aaa Ant ats 127 Package Contents Using This Manual Thank you for purchasing the Sony LCD projection TV This manual is for models KDF 55XS955 and KDF 60XS955 Along with your new LCD projection TV the packing box contains a remote control and two AA R6 batteries These items are all you need to set up and use the TV We recommend that you carefully review the contents of the following five sections in the order shown to ensure that you fully understand the operation of your new LCD projection TV This section guides you through your initial setup It shows you how to install your LCD projection TV to connect your new components and to connect the antenna and cable This section shows you how to begin using your new LCD projection TV It also shows you how to use your remote control functions This section provides information on using the Program Guide Wide Screen Mode Twin View Favorite Channels and Freeze Function This section shows you how to use the Memory St
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37. 8 The quality of the movie when eniaracd ROE on nthe apearen anger the MPEG file See your camera s instruction manual for details No Memory Stick Memory Stick is Locked Memory Stick Error Format Error ray There is no Memory Stick i in the slot The lock mechanism on the Memory Stick is engaged The Memory Stick in the slot might be damaged try a different Memory Stick The Memory Stick may have been formatted using aPC or other device that is not compatible with cameras The file is not a valid MPEGI or JPEG format or it is a progressive JPEG which is not supported The thumbnail is not DCF compatible The file is a JPEG or an MPEGI but the thumbnail is unreadable The file is unreadable Video No picture screen not lit no sound Dark poor or no picture screen lit good sound No color dark picture color is not correct Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes Double images Black box on screen Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen Certain programs on DVD or other digital sources display a loss of detail especially during fast motion or dark scenes _ Possible Remedies If your LCD projection TV does Hot turn on md a Ted light BON flashing your LCD projection TV may need service Call your local Sony Service Center Make sure the power cord is plugged in Press on the front of the LCD projection TV
38. 81 Using the Memory Stick Index 82 Viewing Photosi a inc cna ileal 83 PhOtO Controls ssar aata ita tiiis 83 Photo Menu Bar Options seese 84 Using Zoom and Pan 85 Using Rotate nesre neni 85 Playing MOVIES seen rispari ienien 86 Movie Control s s ciscssciecetessostescdencanseterteonereese 86 Movie Menu Bar Options 0 0 00 eee 87 Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Option 188 Slide Show Menu Options 88 Folder Menu Options 0 cc eceseeseeeereees 89 Memory Stick Menu oo ee i 89 Notes on Using Memory Stick Media 90 About DCF File Names n se 90 Memory Stick Precautions OL OVEN IEW tice AE EEE EEEE 93 Using the Video Menu ssessssssrersieererersrersererererees 94 Selecting Video Options nosssccrcccrcccen 94 Using the Audio Menu 198 Selecting Audio Options cesses 98 Using the Screen Menu eeeeeeneererees 100 Selecting Screen Options cee 100 Using the Channel Menu ou eee 102 Selecting Channel Options 102 Using the Parent Menu ou eeeeeereees 104 Selecting Parent Options eee 104 Viewing Blocked Programs scere 105 Selecting Custom Rating Options 106 Using the Setup Menu eee eres 108 Selecting Setup Options eee 108 Programming Caption Vision eec 110 Using the Application Menu eee 111 Selecting Application Options 0 00 111 QVEIVIEW aieeaa e inten Gd RE eee 113 CSIOSSATY 5 perraro e SNE LE INE INATT 114 Contacting SONYirecneisinenpir serii toeea 11
39. ANOS SS6SX09 JOM SS6SXSS 430M AL UONselolg GOT Liars LCD Projection TV HD TV Operating Instructions KDF 55XS955 KDF 60XS955 2004 Sony Corporation 2 059 372 11 1 E EO E a a S MaSTer MemorySrick WEGA ENGINE Digital Amplifier The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the LCD projection TV below the Sony logo on the sticker and also on the TV box white label Record these numbers in the spaces provided below Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No Serial No If after reading the following instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony TV Please call one of the following numbers Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 Customers in Canada contact the Customer Relations Center at 1 877 899 SONY 7669 To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the LCD projection 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 AN within the produc
40. Control on page 60 Pause Stop Fast Reverse Play Fast Forward Record by pressing and Press to turn on off Twin View For details see Using Twin View on page 68 ure in a separate window Press again to restore the picture For details see Using the Freeze Function on page 73 Press to adjust the volume Press when in a menu to reset the setting to the factory defaults Also used to clear Label Channels or Favorite Channels Press repeatedly until the TV display the time in minutes 15 30 45 60 or 90 that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off To cancel Sleep Timer press repeatedly until Sleep Off appears Press to turn on off the LCD projection TV Press once to display channel number label current time and other information Press again to turn Display off See page 111 for details on setting the time Press to cycle through the video equipment connected to your LCD pr ojection TV s video inputs Press to display the menu Press again to exit from the menu For details see Using the Menus on page 93 Press to select the function of connected components For details see Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control on page 60 When is switched on 5 press to display the Memory Stick menu For details see Using the Memory Stick Viewer on page 75 Press to select the function of
41. D Auto The Initial Setup screen appears Program is disabled for Press or to select the on screen display language Then press the CABLE input The message Start auto program now appears Press or to select Yes then press CED Initial Setup automatically creates a list of receivable channels When finished the lowest numbered channel is displayed Use the Auto Program feature as described on page 102 Use the Digital Channel feature as described on page 102 os Auto Program may take up to 50 minutes to complete A progress 54 The table on the next page describes the buttons on the remote control Insert two size AA R6 batteries supplied by matching the and on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment To avoid possible damage from battery leakage remove the batteries if you anticipate 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 in high humidity Your remote control can be programmed to operate most video equipment See Programming the Remote Control on page 58 55 56 Press to freeze the current pi Press to turn on and off the equipment you have piceramned into the remote control For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 58 Press to turn on and of
42. DEO cable meen ge s p VHEJUHF CABLE yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable Coaxial cable h VIDEO yellow g fe AUDIO L white VROUE SATELLITE IN AUDIO R red ale antenna cable g AUDIO R AUDIOL VIDEO S VIDEO gue Jaa E Satellite f T pan t AN cable not supplied Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc S VIDEO cable not supplied 39 Satellite Receiver with a VCR 40 Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter Using a coaxial cable connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the LCD projection TV s CABLE jack Using a coaxial cable connect the splitter s other output jack to the satellite receiver s VHF UHF IN jack Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s SATELLITE IN jack Using a coaxial cable connect the satellite receivers VHF UHF OUT jack to the VCR s VHF UHF IN jack Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the satellite receiver s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List on page 54 CATV cable F Coaxial cable Satellite ant
43. S VIDEO S VIDEO cable not supplied 44 Audio Receiver For improved sound quality you may want to play the TV s audio through your stereo system see page 99 Using A V cables connect the LCD projection TV s AUDIO OUT VAR FIX jacks to the audio receiver s audio LINE IN jacks AUDIO OUT jacks are operable only when the TV s Speaker is set to Off AUDIO L amp _ AUDIO R white id red Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc AN cable not supplied 45 Digital Cable Box Using a component video cable connect the digital cable box s Y Ps and Pr jacks to the LCD projection TV s Y Ps and Pr jacks Use the HD DVD IN 5 or 6 connection Using an audio cable connect the digital cable box s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks VIDEO 2 Component video cable not supplied AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO OUT AUDIO L white red Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Audio cable not supplied 46 Digital Satellite Receiver Using a component video cable connect the digital satellite receiver s Y Psg and Pr jacks to the LCD projection TV s Y Ps and Pr jacks Use the HD DVD IN 5 or 6 connection Using an audio cable connect the digital sate
44. SVIDEO 0O Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Audio cable VCR and Cable Use this hookup if You have cable TV that does not require a cable box SVIDEO Connect the coaxial connector from your cable service to the VCR s IN jack Using a coaxial cable connect the VCR s OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s CABLE jack Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks VIDEO IN i VIDEO yellow une Y AUDIO L white eee AUDIO R red CABLE Coaxial cable S VIDEO cable not supplied If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable 35 VCR and Cable Box Before connecting a cable box see Using CableCARD on page 52 36 Use this hookup if Your cable TV company scrambles some channels but not all of them pay channels vs regular cable channels and you need to use a cable box You want to enjoy the Twin View feature With this setup you can a Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels on your cable box when the signal is scrambled To program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 58 Use the LCD projection TV s
45. Stick Viewer Bote Enlarge the movie window Play the movie with the movie controls displayed Pause the movie Display the previous or next file on the Memory Stick Hide the Movie menu bar displaying only the movie Display the hidden Movie menu bar Access additional options in the Movie menu bar Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press 4 or F to highlight and then press C To display the movie controls again press C When the movie playback ends the movie controls are displayed again Press or to highlight gt play and then press Ck While the movie is playing the P button changes to the I pause button Press or to highlight Ii Pause and then press Press or to highlight the Previous Next button Then press to go to the previous file or to go to the next file With the highlight i in the Movie menu u bar press Press See Movie Menu Bar Options on page 87 7 button on the remote control a Press Movie Menu Bar Options MPEG1 files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon Use or to highlight in the Movie menu bar Press or to select or Press or to select the desired option of the currently displayed movie Displays the Slide Show menu For details see Slide Show Menu Options on page 88 Tighe Allows you to protect the MPEG file from any changes When an MPEG file is protected i
46. Sylvania Hig Symphonic 338 Tashiro Tatung Teac Technic E Toshiba se Wards 337 328 335 331 332 Yamaha 314 330 336 337 Zenith SCL Sony 230 Hamlin Regal 222 223 224 225 226 Jerrold G 1 7 201 302 203 Motorola 204 205 206 207 208 218 222 Oak 227 28 225 Panasonic Pioneer Scientific Atlanta 209 210 2i ge Tocom 516 217 Zenith 212 213 Sony Dish Network BIO Echostar General Electric 802 Hitachi Hughes Mitsubishi Panasonic 803 RCA PROSCAN 802 808 Toshiba i 806 807 If an Aiw a VCR does not work even though you enter the code for Aiwa enter the code for Sony instead Operating a Cable Box Operating a Satellite Receiver 60 To operate other connected equipment with your LCD projection TV remote control first turn to page 59 and program the necessary code For operating video equipment press repeatedly till you see the video input on the screen for your connected equipment Remote control operation tips are provided below a FUL Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn on off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the satellite receiver a ae aiat aA CA ANNEN E tera E Select a channel os sor Gia err eee Reece ine Back to previous channel Display SAT Guide Display SAT Menu Select item CH Ope
47. Use of any other lamp may damage the LCD projection FV Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement Doing so may cause injury or fire Before replacing the lamp turn the power off on the main unit Wait several minutes then unplug the power cord The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off Allow the lamp to cool down completely before removing it The surface of the lamp remains extremely hot for at least 30 minutes after the power has been turned off Do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp receptacle of the LCD projection TV after removing the lamp Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock To avoid being burned do not touch the lamp receptacle once the lamp has been removed Mount the new lamp securely Failure to do so may cause a fire or the screen to go dark Do not touch the glass of the new lamp with your fingers Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp as this may reduce picture quality or lamp life For customers in the United States This product contains mercury Disposal of this product may be regulated if sold in the United States For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance http www elae org Do not leave the used lamp near flammable materials or within the reach of children Do not pour water onto the used lamp or put any object inside
48. a new four digit password using the buttons Confirm the new password by entering it again Press to exit the menu screen Viewing Blocked You can view a blocked program by entering the password Programs Press when tuned to a blocked program Enter your password using the buttons Parental control will be canceled temporarily until you turn your LCD projection TV off 105 Selecting Custom Rating Options To ensure maximum blocking capability the age based ratings should be blocked If you select be aware that the following programs may be blocked news sports weather emergency broadcasts political programs public service announcements and religious programs 106 If you selected U S A as the country of residence on page 105 the Custom Rating menu includes the following options If you selected Canada see page 107 Description All children and general audiences Parental guidance suggested Parental guidance for children under 13 Restricted viewing parental guidance i is suggested for children under 17 No one 7 and under Age Based Options All children Directed to children age 7 and older Block programs by their rating content or both General audience Parental guidance suggested Parents strongly cautioned Mature audience only Content Based Options Fantasy violence Suggestive dialog Strong g language Sexual situations Violence Allo
49. able channel list 5 Program information in the guide is provided by the broadcasters As a result it may sometimes include only the channel number without a program title or description 64 Using the Guide The Program Guide menu allows you to select channels from a dropdown Menu list The Guide provides information about the current program being shown on each channel IA AM Alternate Video Subchannels are additional channels of programming broadcast simultaneously For example channel 4 might include three subchannels 4 1 4 2 4 3 that are showing programs at the same time Using the Program The Program Options menu allows you to customize the program settings on Options Menu the currently tuned channel Description Each program ha the channel is first tuned and may have alternate video streams This when option allows you to switch among these alternate video streams available channel is first tuned This option allows you to switch among these when and may have alternate audio streams e g for different languages available 65 Wide screen mode lets you watch 4 3 normal broadcasts in several wide You can also access the screen modes 16 9 aspect ratio screen mode settings in the Screen menu For Press repeatedly to toggle through the following screen mode details see page 100 settings Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 4 3 Source Standard d
50. and when you use the buttons to channel surf Channels that are set to Hidden do not appear in the Program Guide or when you use the buttons Press or to highlight the channel that you want to show or hide To move between the Major and Digital subchannel lists press or To change a channel s setting to or press Ch To show or hide more channels repeat steps 1 and 2 5 If you select to hide or show a major digital channel all the sub channels are automatically hidden or shown To show or hide an individual sub channel within a digital channel you must individually select that sub channel to show or hide 5 f you hide all sub channels of a major digital channel that digital channel is automatically set to Hidden apui Cranes Allows you to assign labels such as station call letters to channel numbers Press to scroll through the channel numbers Then press to select the channel number that you want to assign a label Press to scroll through the label characters A Z 0 9 etc Then press 7 to select the highlighted character Repeat to add characters to the label Press to return to the Channel menu or press to exit the menus 103 The Parent menu allows you to set up the LCD projection TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels Press Press or to highlight the Parent icon g i E 3 Use the 0 9 buttons on the remote control to e
51. aning methods could damage the screen s finish Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source The projection lamp is located under the Control Panel Cover as noted in the diagram above Note the following After turning on your LCD projection TV it may take a while before the picture appears 1 minute or less When the projection lamp wears out the screen goes dark Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL 2200 replacement lamp not supplied 5 After replacing the lamp be sure to attach the lamp cover securely otherwise your LCD projection TV will not turn on For details on lamp replacement see Replacing the Lamp on page 16 The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your LCD projection TV is in use To avoid eye discomfort or injury do not look into the housing when the power is on Notes on the LCD Projection TV Cleaning the Screen Surface Prevent sunlight or other light sources from shining directly onto the screen The screen surface is easily scratched Do not rub touch or tap it with a sharp or abrasive object see Cleaning the Screen Surface below If your LCD projection TV is moved directly from a cold to a warm location is placed in a humid room or if the room temperature changes suddenly the picture may blur or show poor color This is caused by moisture condensation on the lenses inside If this happens leave the power on to help the moisture evaporate Whe
52. annel List l s4 21 Front Panel CHANNEL POWER STANDBY Ce ma POWER EEA Lan p THER Description 22 When the Memory Stick indicator is lit indicates that the Memory Stick is being read Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is lit For inserting Memory Stick media to view on your LCD projection TV For details See Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick on page 78 Lights up in red when the lamp for the light source has burned out For details see Replacing the Lamp on page 16 When lit indicates one of the timers i is set When the timer is set this LED will remain lit even if the TV set is turned off For details see page 122 Lights up in green when the TV set is turned on When in standby mode the LED lights up in red The LED does not light up when the main power is turned off If the LED blinks continuously this may indicate the display unit needs servicing see Contacting Sony on page 115 Press to turn on off the LCD projection TV The button has a built in Infrared IR Receiver that receives IR signals from the remote control Press to scan through channels Press to adjust the volume Press to select between the TV s tuner and other video equipment inputs Front and Rear Panel Connectors
53. as near a heater or inside a hot car High humidity Direct sunlight Corrosive substances Magnetic fields Excessive dust Static electricity or electric noise Electric surges Store and carry Memory Stick media in its original case to ensure protection of stored data Save a backup of stored data When using the Memory Stick Duo insert it without using the Memory Stick Duo adaptor For details see page 79 91 Press to enter and exit Menus Menu icon Description Press to display the menu screen Press or to highlight the desired menu icon and press to select it Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features See the specific menu page for instructions on moving through the menu Press again Press to return to the menu icons The Video Menu allows you to make adjustments to your picture settings It also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing select Advanced Video options and more The Audio Menu offers enhanced audio options such as 98 listening to second audio programming SAP or customizing the Effect of the sound on your TV The Screen Menu allows you to make Wide Mode 100 adjustments and make changes to the screen s vertical center and size The Channel Menu allows you to set up a Favorite 102 Channels list run the Auto Program function label channels and more The Parent Menu lets you control the viewing of
54. connected components For details see Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control on page 60 Press to change between the VHF UHF input and the CABLE input When is switched on press to display the program g guide of your satellite receiver Press to select the TV or satellite receiver A Press repeatedly to step through the available audio effect modes For details see Selecting Audio Options on page 98 Press to sean through channels To scan quickly through channels press and hold down either CH button Press to ju mp back and Torth between two channels The LCD projection TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected Press repeatedly to cycle through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options x Second Audio Program and The MTS setting can be also accessed in the Audio menu For more details see Selecting Audio Options on page 98 57 58 The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment Sony Equipment Programmable Code Number DVD VCR 601 Sony Dream System SAT CABLE 801 Sony Satellite Receiver If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the LCD projection TV s remote control use the following procedure to program the remote control The equipment must have infrared IR remote capability in order to be used with the remote control From the Manufacturer
55. d is not available when Effect is set to Virtual create the same _ Dolby TruSurround or Simulated surround effect Select for surround sound for Dolby surround produced by a encoded programs only multichannel system Select for surround sound for stereo programs using the left and right only speakers a ned a S As aeons eee Adds a surround like effect to mono gt programs Normal stereo or mono reception 98 Enjoy stereo bilingualand mono programs Easy control of volume adjustments Select for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast in stereo Select to automatically switch to second audio programs when a signal is received If no SAP signal is present the LCD projection TV remains in Stereo mode Select for mono reception Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts 5 MTS is available only for analog programs This option can be set only when the option issetto The LCD projection TV s speakers are turned off but the audio output from your audio system can still be controlled by the LCD projection TV s remote control The LCD projection TV s speakers are turned off and the audio output of the LCD projection TV is fixed Use your audio receiver s volume control to adjust the volume and other settings through your audio system Select to turn on the LCD projection TV speakers Select to turn off the LCD projection TV speakers and listen to the
56. display less detail than usual or cause artifacts small blocks or dots pixelations to appear on your screen This is due to your LCD projection TV s large screen and ability to show very fine detail and is normal for certain digitally recorded programs Adjust the reality clarity in the DRC Palette menu see page 96 to optimize the picture while viewing these sources 119 Audio Goad Are no PER Audio noise Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound seems weak or insufficient Cannot raise the volume on external speakers Channels Press so that disappears from the screen see page 56 Make sure the option is set to in the Audio menu see page 99 Make sure the option is set to or see page 99 Communication problems may occur if infrared communication equipment e g infrared cordless headphones is used near the LCD projection TV Please use headphones other than infrared cordless headphones Also if you use infrared communication equipment other than infrared cordless headphones move the infrared transceiver away from the LCD projection TV until the noise is eliminated or move the transmitter and receiver of the infrared communication equipment closer together Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box s remote control Then press once and the LCD projection TV indicator lights up and adjust the LCD projection TV s volume The LCD projection TV s audio might be set t
57. e DVD Select the HDD i aaa ror EL mac Es Play S o VR oe ee Seen EEEE WER moea eee aue 7 TA r a a i VCR ae eea ane saan Search the picture forward EE or during playback VCR or backward release to resume normal playback Display the DVD menu PE k DVD a Pence haere VB cata me es anA eer ree Pause oa _ DVD Step through different tracks of to step forwardor tostep DYD the disc backward Step through different chapters to step forwardor to step DVD of a video disc backward Operating an AV Receiver To Do This Turn on off Gane re rR T AINEET EE EA 62 For a complete list of all the functions of the remote control see pages 55 62 This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV Watching TV Using the Program Guide a Using Wide Screen Mode Using Twi jin View Using Favorite Channels Using the Freeze Function To Do Ths Activate the enol contol to operate the TV Turn on off the TV Tune directly to a channel Adjust the volume o Mute the sound Alternate back and forth between two channels Display the current channel number and other information Switch the TV s input to the VCR DVD player or other connected equipment Change video and audio options customize the TV s setup set parental controls and more Switch the TV s input between sources connected to the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE inputs Press Press
58. e hand in the hole on the lower portion of the TV while grasping the top with the other hand as shown in the illustration below 25 Take Precaution during the Installation To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Falling When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall 26 To ensure the safety of children and the LCD projection TV keep children away from the TV during installation Climbing on or pushing the LCD projection TV or its stand may cause it to fall As a protective measure secure the LCD projection TV as follows Sony strongly recommends using the TV stand designed for your LCD projection TV SU GW 12 not supplied Keep your LCD projection TV at least 4 inches 10 cm away from the wall to provide proper ventilation Recommended Viewing Area Your viewing position may affect the picture quality For the best picture quality install your LCD projection TV within the areas shown below Model T i KDF 55XS955 KDF 60XS955 Viewing distance min 6 8 ft approx 2 1 m min 7 ft approx 2 2 m 27 28 The way in which you connect your LCD projection TV will vary depending on how your home receives a signal cable cable box antenna and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR If You Are Connecting Cable or Antenna No cable box or VCR No cable box or VCR Cable Box and Cable 31 Cable box unscrambles only some channels usually premium channels No VCR Cable Box 32
59. e sure you have not inadvertently switched your LCD projection TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting Use the option to fix the channel based on the hookup you used see page 102 If you are using another device to change channels be sure to press for that device For example if you are using your cable box to change channels be sure to press once and the SAT CABLE indicator lights up Remote control does not If you replaced the batteries to the remote recently the code numbers for the video operate non Sony video equipment may need to be reset equipment There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are attempting to operate There is a possibility that some non Sony equipment cannot be operated by your Sony LCD projection TV remote You may need to use the equipment s original remote control Possible Remedies _ CC CO Problems using CableCARD or Check that the CableCARD is inserted mE ES pages 52 53 CableCARD services The CableCARD must be activated by your local cable TV provider before you can receive digital cable TV services See the activation instructions on pages 52 53 Check the and menu options see page 112 This can be useful in providing information to an authorized technician or repair person Contact your cable TV provider 116 Memory Stick Possible Remedies Image dossi not TETTE m see all files JPEG i image displays undesirable motion or flicker in full screen Rotation
60. ection 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 Do not attempt to service the set by yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to Le dangerous voltage or other hazards if Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed If liquid has been spilled into the set If the set has been exposed to rain or water FRATER OR TAUT i AG LINE CRACKED PLUG 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 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 it indicates a need for service 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 s
61. efinition source original source FO a enlarges the center portion of the picture The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16 9 screen Wide Zoom displays the 4 3 picture in its original size Side bars are shown to fill the 16 9 screen WIDE fA fy Normal stretches the 4 3 picture horizontally to fill the 16 9 screen enlarges the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen is useful for watching Letterbox movies Zoom 5 When you change channels or inputs the Wide Mode settings revert to the 4 3 Default setting in the Screen Menu To retain the current Wide Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed set 4 3 Default to Off For details see page 101 66 Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 16 9 Source High definition source original source Upconverted 4 3 l woe enlarges the center portion of the picture The left W the picture are stretched to fill the 16 9 screen Wide Zoom Normal This mode is not available displays the picture at its original size When the TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal Normal cannot be selected Zoom 5 When TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal that is 4 3 aspect ratio picture upconverted to 16 9 with a black bar at each side Full returns the picture to its original size 67 Twi
62. en the menu is hidden press or to go to the previous or next photo When you select a photo from the Memory Stick Index described on page 81 it displays as shown below with the following controls 9 JPEGs captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion in full screen This is a result of the way digital video cameras record still images and is not a result of a malfunction with the LCD projection TV Display the next or previous file on the Memory Stick Hide the Photo menu bar displaying only the photo Display the hidden Photo menu bar Play the JPEG voice memo amp files only Display the Memory Stick Index again Access additional options in the Photo menu bar Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press te or to highlight the BAA Pavone button Then press to go to the previous file or to go to the next file With the highlight in the Photo menu bar press Press t voice memo highligt ht Wt Pause a ant then Press C GE ye Press or gt to highlight in the Photo menu bar and press C _ For details on the Memory Stick Index see page 82 See Photo Menu Bar Options on page 84 Press button on the remote control 83 Photo Menu Bar Options JPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock
63. enna cable cable Sau amie N SVIDEO AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO ie E3 000 kx OUT S VIDEO cable Zoom DIN cable not supplied not supplied Coaxial cable AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow naaa fil os VIDEO SVEO aur oR at varun E vole ww B oul OLK LINE IN LINE OUT AN cable 4 not supplied peowsS VIDEO cable not supplied Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc 5 Be sure your VCR s video input is set correctly Consult your VCR s operating manual for instructions 5 Use TV VIDEO to select VIDEO 1 to watch satellite TV or the VCR your VCR must be turned on 5 If your VCR or satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable 41 DVD Player with Use this hookup if Component Your DVD player has component Y B Y R Y jacks Video Connectors Using a component video cable connect the DVD player s Y B Y and R Y jacks to the LCD projection TV s Y PB and PR jacks Use the HD DVD IN 5 or 6 connection 5 The Y B Y and R Y jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y Ce and Cr or Y Pe and Pr If so connect the cables to like colors Using an audio cable connect the DVD player s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks Be
64. er is not available when watching 480p 720p and 1080i sources or when using multi picture functions _ Twin View Freeze or Memory Stick Select to enhance the blue and green color Select from and Select to emphasize the white colors Select from ore Select to sharpen picture definition Select from and Select to enhance the black colors to give the picture strong contrast Select from 7 v and Select to adjust the balance between bright and dark areas of the picture Select from 9 y 3 and Select to fine adjust the white color intensity by changing the red green and blue levels Select Adjust to choose among the g 2 A and options To restore the factory default setting of select 97 Press Press or to highlight the Audio icon and press cae 5 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the settings Press C to select the desired setting Press to exit the menu screen Press onthe remote control when in the Audio menu Selecting Audio The Audio menu includes the following options Options _ Description Adjust to increase or r decrease hi sher piiched sounds Adjust to increase or decrease low ver pitched sounds Adjust to to emphasize left or r right speaker balance Select to stabilize the volume across all programs and commercials Select to turn off and attempt to 5 Steady Soun
65. f the video equipment Press to turn on and off the satellite receiver or cable box to unmute ress to mute the sound Press again or r press Press repeatedly to cycle throu gh the available video picture modes The video picture modes can be also accessed in the Video menu For details see Selecting Video Options on page 94 Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Screen Mode setting and The Wide Screen Mode setting can be also accessed in the Screen menu For details see Using Wide Screen Mode on page 66 Press to select a channel the channel changes after 2 seconds Press to change channels i im mediately Use with and buttons to select digital channels for example 2 1 For details on selecting digital channels see page 64 Press to display the TV s program g guide er s switche ess to display the When is switched on ress to display th program g guide of your satellite program provider Press to display the Favorite c hannels list For details see page TE Press 4 to move the on screen cursor To select an item press Press to have the remote control operate the equipment you want For details See Programming the Remote ontrol on page 38 When is switched on these buttons operate the video equipment you have programmed into the remote control For details see Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote
66. feature to lock in a specific channel For details see Using the Channel Menu on page 102 Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional ee Malang Video C About Using S VIDEO VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver Satellite Receiver with a VCR DVD Player with Component Video Connectors DVD Player with s VIDEO and Audio Connectors Came order Audio Receiv er Digital Cable Box sense Digital Satellite Receiver pane Digital Satellite Receiv er with HDMI Connector Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector Using the CONTROL S Feature Using CableCARD o 33 Making Video Your TV includes several types of video inputs When connecting your TV Connections About Using S VIDEO 34 use the inputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance as described below aes ne Performance a a Se 9 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Component video S VIDEO Composite video RF Coaxial If the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack shown at left you can use an S VIDEO cable for improved picture quality compared to an A V cable Because S VIDEO carries only the video signal you also need to connect audio cables for sound as shown below S VIDEO cable VIDEQ y LIMON ad SS AUDIO Pd LINE OUT AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO
67. floor and walls are not of a reflective material This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming A security card provided by your cable operator is required to view encrypted digital programming Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video on demand a cable operator s enhanced program guide and data enhanced television services may require the use of a set top box For more information call your local cable operator This television also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you to receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription service to a cable service provider Availability of digital cable 4 television programming in your area depends on the type of programming and signal provided by your cable service provider TM CableCARD is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories Inc TruSurround SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc BBE and BBE Symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound Inc and are licensed by BBE Sound Inc under U S Patent No 4 638 258 and 4 482 866 pomem DIGITAL Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories This TV incorporates High Def
68. for each type of signal source Adjust to increase e 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 _ Description White intensity adjustment Choose from three color temperatures 3 Select to give the white colors a blue tint Select to give the white colors a neutral tint T Select to give the white colors a red tint Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment This also reduces the noise level to and signal from the VHF UHF jack Select from Select to view picture without the benefit of Select to view picture with reduced power consumption The picture becomes darker but also enhances the black level Continued 95 96 face Select to choose among the options described below Creates a high resolution picture with 4 x density for high quality sources i e DVD player satellite receiver EG ena Recommended for movin g pictures Recommended for still images and text Provides an optimized display by automatically detecting film content and applying a reverse 3 2 pulldown process Moving pictures will appear clearer and more natural looking 5 DRC Mode is not available when watching 480p 720p and 1080i so
69. he 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 Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Clean the rear cover area of the LCD projection TV regularly Dust in the rear cover area may cause a problem with the cooling system of the LCD projection TV set Clean the cabinet of the LCD projection TV with a dry soft cloth To remove dust from the screen a wipe it gently with a soft cloth al Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly dampened with solution of mild soap and warm water Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine for cleaning If the picture becomes dark after using the LCD projection TV for a long period of time it may be necessary to clean the inside of the LCD projection TV Consult qualified service personnel Unplug the AC power cord when cleaning this unit If not it may result in electric shock 5 yee The screen surface has a special coating to reduce reflections To prevent screen damage clean the screen as follows Clean the screen with a soft cloth To remove hard contamination use the cloth moistened with a solution of mild detergent and water Do not spray cleaning solution directly to the TV It should only be first sprayed to moisten the cleaning cloth Do not use any type of abrasive pad
70. he TV company will request before they can activate your service Applications Menu see page 112 Follow the displayed instructions Phone your cable TV company A representative will guide you through the activation process After your CableCARD is activated your cable TV company will download the service information including the channel list to the CableCARD After the CableCARD has acquired channels from your cable TV company the TV tunes to the lowest available channel Removing the In the event you want to cancel your service contact your cable TV CableCARD company A Once the ee is removed d your WV wi Il no longer decrypt Aigial Turn off the TV Push the eject button on the TV s CableCARD slot to release the card Pull the CableCARD straight out of the slot to remove it To install a different CableCARD follow the instructions in Activating CableCARD Service on page 52 53 After you finish connecting the TV you need to run the Initial Setup feature which automatically creates a list of available analog and digital channels The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up If you do not want to set up the channels at this time you can do it later by selecting the Auto Program option in the Channel menu see page 102 apply for installations that usea Using Initial Setup Press to turn on the TV If you are using a itr as sethantes CableCAR
71. he broadcast of digital cable channels Check with your cable company for more information The digital cable channel may be set to in the Digital Setup menu see page 103 General Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory settings How to restore Video settings to factory settings How to restore Audio settings to factory settings Cannot cycle through the other video equipment connected to the LCD projection TV Cannot operate Menu Lost password TIMER STANDBY LED on front panel is lit Digital cable box does not an ne Cannot record digital channels to VCR The replacement lamp does not light up TV cabinet creaks Turn on the TV While Holding aaa the button on the remote control press the button on the TV The TV will turn itself off then back on again Release the button Press on the remote control while in the Video menu see page 94 Press on the remote control while in the Audio menu see page 98 Be sure the Sees SES 20 2 option is not set to Te see page 109 If a menu option appears in eray this indicates that the menu option is not available In the password screen see page 104 enter the following master password The master password clears your previous password it cannot be used to temporarily unblock channels The LED see page 22 or 122 blinks when the TV is turned on then shuts off when the picture is displayed If the LED blinks continuously this may indicate
72. ick Duo and PRO Duo see Inserting the Memory Stick Duo on page 79 Inserting a Locate the Memory Stick slot and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Memory Stick Stick slot as illustrated below When inserted properly it should slide in with little resistance and click into place Be sure to insert the Memory Stick in the correct direction Forcing the Memory Stick in the wrong way may damage it Insert only Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick slot Attempting to insert other objects into the Memory Stick slot may damage the LCD projection TV To remove the Memory Stick see Removing a Memory Stick on page 80 78 Inserting the Memory Stick Duo is anew compact version of the standard sized Memory Memory Stick Duo Stick recording medium 9 CAUTION The Memory Stick slot on your TV has been designed to accommodate standard and compact versions of Memory Stick Itis not necessary to use an adaptor for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo If you use an adaptor it may damage the adaptor and Memory Stick slot 0 CAUTION Inserting the Memory Stick Duo incorrectly may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick Duo and the LCD projection TV Insert the Memory Stick Duo as shown below To remove the Memory Stick Duo see Removing a Memory Stick on page 80 79 Removing a Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off When the light is on this Memory Stick indicates that the LCD projec
73. ick Viewer to view files that are stored on Memory Stick media such as photographs and movies This section teaches you how to access on screen menus and adjust your LCD projection TV settings Instructions in this manual are written for the remote control Similar controls are also found on the LCD projection TV console 11 Features 12 Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new LCD projection TV include WEGA Engine Delivers superb picture quality from any video source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital to analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing This engine features unique Sony technology including The first step in the digital processing system Composite Component Processor CCP X which enhances input signal to noise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing DRC Digital Reality Creation MF V1 Unlike conventional line doublers the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal s NTSC waveform with the near HD equivalent by digital mapping processing The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of detail Reality and smoothness Clarity to create up to three custom palettes Multi Image Driver MID XU Allows you to watch two programs side by side Twin View You can watch pictures from two different sources 1 080i 720p 480p and 4801 simultaneously Only the left Twin View window can display 1080i 720p and 480p sources Integrated HDTV Yo
74. inition Homi Multimedia Interface HDMI technology HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC WEGA Steady Sound Digital Reality Creation CineMotion BN Smoother Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo MagicGate MID and Twin View are trademarks of Sony Corporation Use the following Sony appliance only with the following TV STAND Use with other TV STAND may cause instability and result in possible injury SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO KDF 55XS955 KDF 60XS955 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO SU GW12 Before using your LCD projection TV 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 To guard against injury the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation use and servicing of the set 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 This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or wi
75. lays the Memory Stick Viewer For details see page 82 Select to set the clock and to program your LCD projection TY to turn on and off at two scheduled viewing times Allows you to select the amount of time gt gt gt gt or that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off automatically You can use the Timers to program the LCD projection TV to turn on and off and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times 111 112 plays and cannot be set until you set the Press or to highlight or To set the timer press 5 To go directly to programming Timer 1 or 2 press C amp D instead of pressing Press or to highlight one of the following options then press C F gt Select to set the Timer by day time duration and channel Select to turn off the Timer Your previous settings are saved If you selected in step 2 press and to set the day s hour minute duration and channel number Press next setting Press to go back to the previous setting Press to exit the menu screen An LED on the front panel will light indicating the Timer has been set You can set the current time Press CF3 to select Press and to set the current time day hour minute and AM PM Press or press to confirm each setting and move to the next setting Press to go back the previous setting Press to exit the menu screen Display diagnostics i
76. leCARD 52 112 Camcorder connecting 44 Caption Vision 108 110 CATV See cable Channel Fix 102 Channel Menu 93 102 Channels Auto Program 102 creating labels 103 channels setting up 54 Clear White 97 Clock Timers 111 Closed caption modes 93 108 Color temperature adjusting 95 Color adjusting 94 Connecting Audio receiver 45 Cable box 31 32 Cable and antenna 30 Cable or antenna 29 Camcorder 44 DVD player 42 Satellite receiver 39 41 VCR 35 38 40 41 CONTROL S 51 Detail Enhancer 97 Diagnostics 112 Digital Channels 102 Digital subchannels 65 DISPLAY button 57 63 Display unit controls 22 Display turning off 57 DRC Mode 96 DRC Palette 96 DVD player using with TV remote control 61 62 with A V connectors connecting 43 with component video connectors connecting 42 Effect 98 Enlarging pictures in Twin View 70 ENT button 56 63 error messages Memory Stick 118 Favorite Channel setting up 102 using 71 Features 12 FREEZE button 56 Freeze using 73 FUNCTION button 56 Game Picture 100 Gamma Corrector 97 GUIDE button 56 64 Guide menu 65 High Altitude 109 Hue adjusting 94 Image Shift 109 Info Banner 108 Inputs labeling 109 Installation of the Projection TV 25 27 interlaced 114 JUMP button 57 63 Label Channels 103 video inputs 109 Lamp replacing 16 19 Language 109 Live Color 97 Live Color Demo 112 Continued 127 Memory Stick Duo 79 features 75 Index 81
77. lections from behind the screen This is a structural property of the LCD projection TV Do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight The picture quality may be affected by your viewing position Sit at least approx 6 8 ft 2 1 m for KDF 55X8S955 or sit at least approx 7 ft 2 2 m for KDF 60XS955 away from your LCD projection TV and within 55 of the vertical and 125 of the horizontal viewing area If you sit too close to the TV you may experience eye strain For the best picture quality install your LCD projection TV according to Recommended Viewing Area on page 27 When installing your LCD projection TV against a wall keep it at least 4 inches 10 cm from the wall Avoid installing the LCD projection TV near a heater etc Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source It is time to replace the lamp with a new one not supplied when the lamp replacement indicator on the front panel blinks in red screen images become dark no image appears on the display after prolonged use In rare instances the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit but the lamp unit is designed to contain all of broken glass pieces inside the lamp unit See Replacing the Lamp on page 16 When the lamp eventually burns out you may hear a noticeable pop sound This is normal and is inherent in this type of lamp This LCD projection TV uses a cooling fan You may hear the noise
78. llite receiver s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks Component video cable not supplied AUDIOL white AUDIO R red Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Audio cable not supplied 47 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connector The HDMI jack provides both video and audio signals so it is not necessary to connect the audio cable Use this hookup if Your digital satellite receiver has a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI Using an HDMI cable not supplied connect the digital satellite receiver s HDMI OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s HDMI IN jack Use the HDMI IN 7 input or 8 input connection 48 HDMI cable not supplied If you are connecting to a digital satellite receiver with DVI HDTV output you can connect to the LCD projection TV s HDMI IN jack by using an HDMI to DVI cable or an adaptor both not supplied Using a HDMI cable not supplied connect the digital satellite receiver s DVI HDTV OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s HDMI IN jack Use the HDMI IN 7 input or 8 input connection Using an audio cable connect the digital satellite receiver s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc HDMI to DVI ada
79. n View lets you see two pictures from two sources from an antenna VCR DVD etc on the screen at the same time You hear the sound from only one of the sources at a time but you can choose which source s sound is selected You can also change the relative size of each of the pictures Displaying Twin Pictures Make sure your LCD projection TV is tuned to a working channel Press B A second picture appears Press J again or press C Activating the You can use or buttons to activate the left and right pictures while using Picture Twin View Press Press 68 Functions Available in the Active Highlighted Window ToD Do This Tune to a channel To tune to analog channels press and then For digital subchannels press press again and then For example to select subchannel 21 13 press C and then press Adjust the volume Press Mute the sound Press press again or press to unmute Switch the TV s input between Press sources connected to the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE inputs Switch the TV s input between Press 6 Ga sources connected to the TV s A V inputs _ e Press or For details see Changing the Picture Size on page 70 Change the picture size If you use a cable box to view all channels the same channel appears in both windows because the cable box unscrambles and sends only one channel at a time To view the picture i
80. n dual picture features such as Twin View Freeze etc see Cable Box and Cable on page 31 If you use a cable box and other video equipment you can view the cable box output in one window and view a different source such as a VCR or DVD player in the second window by using the TV VIDEO button Digital TV channels as well as any sources connected to the HD DVD IN 5 6 and HDMI IN 7 8 inputs display in the left window but not the right If you are viewing a 4 3 source and a 16 9 enhanced source such as a DVD side by side the 4 3 source appears larger Twin View does not display channels that are blocked by parental settings see page 104 69 Changing the The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right pictures Picture Size Press to activate the left picture if not Press to activate the right picture if not already already activated activated Press to Press to enlarge enlarge the picture and to reduce the picture the picture and to reduce the picture 5 When you adjust the picture sizes in Twin View the LCD projection TV memorizes the change The next time you use the Twin View function the memorized sizes appear 70 Using the Channel Menu For details on using the Channel Menu see page 102 The Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify You can create a list using the Favorite Chan
81. n information such as phone numbers recipes etc The Freeze feature is not available if you are in Favorite Channels see page 71 or Twin View see page 68 mode When the program information you want to capture is displayed on the screen press The LCD projection TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the frozen picture on the right while the current program continues on the left Current Frozen program picture in progress To cancel and return to normal viewing press again or just turn to another channel 73 Features Memory STIEK Memory Stick sold separately is a new compact portable and versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds that of a floppy disk Memory Stick is specially designed for sharing digital data among Memory Stick compatible products such as digital cameras and digital video cameras Because it is removable Memory Stick can also be used for external data storage The Memory Stick Viewer on your LCD projection TV allows you to view files that are stored on Memory Stick media You can view Digital photos JPEG files Movies MPEGI files You can also play slide show background music using MP3 files stored on your Memory Stick For more information about handling Memory Stick media see Notes on Using Memory Stick Media on page 90 With the Memory Stick Viewer you can View photo JPEG and movie MPEG1 files in a thumbnail index
82. n the condensation has evaporated the picture of your LCD projection TV will return to normal Turn off the main power on the front of your LCD projection TV before going to sleep or going out Unplug the AC power cord from the outlet if you anticipate not using the LCD projection TV for more than a week The fan will continue to operate for about two minutes Allow several minutes before unplugging from the outlet or switching the breaker off Before carrying unplug the power cord and disconnect all cables See page 25 for instructions on how to carry your LCD projection TV To remove dust on the screen wipe with soft cloth Do not use any type of abrasive pad alkaline cleaner scouring powder window cleaners or solvent such as alcohol or benzene Using these types of products may damage the screen To clean the screen use the cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent and water solution Use gentle pressure when cleaning 15 Replacing the Lamp 16 The projection lamp which illuminates the picture has a limited life If the screen becomes dark the color looks unusual or the LAMP indicator on the front of the LCD projection TV flashes it is time to replace the lamp with a new one not supplied A Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature resulting in injury or death Be sure to follow the instructions below Use a Sony XL 2200 replacement lamp not supplied for replacement
83. nels option in the Channel Menu or by using the Add to Favorites feature in the Favorite Channels guide Zn o Press to display the Menu Press or to highlight the Channel icon and press CD Press to select Use the and buttons to enter the channel number that you want to assign to the Favorite Channel number A preview of the highlighted channel appears in the upper right of the screen Digital channels do not display in the preview window Press C to select that channel as a To enter digital channel numbers in step 4 use the 0 9 0 9 and ENT buttons To add more channels to your favorites list repeat step 4 To clear a Favorite Channel press or to highlight the channel you want to clear Press Press to exit the Menu 71 Using the Favorite Press Channels Guide The Favorite Channels list appears Preview of highlighted Favorite Channel Favorite Channels Press or to highlight the channel you want to watch A preview of the highlighted Favorite Channel appears 5 Digital channels do not display in the preview window To add the current channel to the list of Favorite Channels highlight and press E Press C 4 to select the channel you want to watch To change your Favorite Channels list highlight and press 72 The button allows you to temporarily capture a program s picture You can use this feature to write dow
84. nformation about the TV This can be useful in providing information to an authorized technician or repair person This list of selectable CableCARD options will vary depending on your cable service provider This is the Demo Mode If you enter Demo press button to exit it This chapter includes the following topics Topic Glossary Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Flashing Indicators on the Front ofthe TV Specifications Optional Accessories Index 114 eo 123 125 113 analog signal aspect ratio Cable CARD component video Cnt CL mee composite video ime gt digital television DTV HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface National Television System Committee NTSC RF S VIDEO eD VHF UHF 480i 480p 720p 1080i 114 A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the amplitude or frequency of an electronic transmission to convey information Refers to the ratio between the width and height of the screen This LCD projection TV has a 16 9 widescreen aspect ratio as opposed to a 4 3 aspect ratio 4 3 aspect ratio 16 9 aspect ratio The PCMIA shaped card provided by your cable TV company which descrambles the digitally encrypted cable channels You should check with your local cable TV company about Cable CARD service Component video is sent through three cables two color shade chrominance signals and
85. ng of programs broadcast on UHF VHF transmitted by cable companies or satellite for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster cable company and or program owner 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 warranty and your authority to operate this equipment Operate the LCD pr
86. ng the problems contact qualified Sony personnel 122 Projection System l LCD Panel Projection Lens Antenna Lamp Television System Screen Size measured diagonally i Channel Coverage Power Requirements 7 Inputs Outputs HDMI IN Saati S Video IN Audio IN Component Video Input CONTROL S IN CONTROL S OUT AUDIO VAR FIX OUT Digital Audio Optical Output PCM Dolby Digital CableCARD Slot acne A Speaker Output a 3 LCD Panels l lens A system ea 75 ohm external ET for VHF UHF UHP lamp 132W XL 2200 Hen NTSC ATSC 8VSB terrestrial QAM on cable KDF 55XS955 55 inches Terrestrial anal og Cable TV analog Terrestrial digital Cable TV digital 120V 60 Hz 2 total 4 total 1 on front panel 4 total lon front panel 7 total 1 on front panel 2 Y Ps Pr Ne KDF 60XS955 60 inches American TV Standard ATSC compliant 8VSB ANSI SCTE 07 2000 Video 1080i 720p 480p 480i Audio Two channel linear PCM 32 44 1 and 48 kHz 16 20 and 24 bit 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 mVims 100 modulation Impedance 47 kilohms Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative Ps 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Pr 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms minijack E minijack 500 mVrms at the maximum volume setting Variable 500 mVrms Fixed Impedance output 2 kilohms
87. nter a four digit password If this is the first time you are creating this password confirm the password by entering it again The Parent menu options appear Press to change settings Press C gt to select the changed setting Press to exit the menu screen 5 You need your password for any future access into the Parent menu If you lose your password see Lost password on page 121 Selecting Parent The Parent menu includes the following options Options se Description 2 Turn Parental Lock off No programs are Turn ratings on offand blocked from viewing is select a rating system Maximum ratings permitted are US TV Y TV G G Canada C G TV Y US TV PG PG Canada C8 PG 8 anst TV PG Maximum ratings permitted are US TV 14 PG 13 Canada 14 13 ans TV 14 Select to set ratings manually US See page 106 for details Canada See page 107 for details 104 lescription lf Herta ine _ Select to change your passw ord wi e Parenta aae a e e E ane Guideline rating Select to use USA ratings see page 106 system you should Select to use Canadian ratings see page 107 select Or l to help simplify the rating selection To set more restrictive Set A to when in the Parent menu ratings select For descriptions of as and In the Parent menu use the arrow buttons to highlight ratings see and press F5 to select it page 104 et A Enter
88. o anything but the setting changes only for the current channel When you change channels or inputs is automatically replaced with the setting To retain the current setting as channels and inputs are changed set to Select the default screen mode to use for 4 3 SOUFCES Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen keeping the original image as much as possible Select to return the 4 3 picture to normal mode Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally only to fill the wide screen Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally and vertically to an equal aspect ratio that fills the wide screen Select to continue using the current screen mode setting when the channel or input is changed Select to return the default nee ct e Select to show more information on screen Select to keep the edge of the picture out of screen Allows you to move the position of the picture up and down in the window Available only in and modes Press or and press _ _ to choose a correction between 25 and 25 Zoom mode and 10 and 10 Wide Zoom mode Allows you to adjust the vertical size of the picture Available only in and modes Press or and press to choose a correction between 7 and 7 101 Selecting Channel Options 102 Press Press or to highlight the Channel icon Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Press CE
89. o or Sane when it might be better set to In the Audio menu see page 99 set the setting to If already set to Switch to which may reduce background noise during weak stereo broadcasts If the option is set to and the option is set to in order to output the sound to your audio system use your audio receiver to adjust the sound see page 99 Or to use the LCD projection TV remote control set the option to To turn on the LCD projection TV speakers set the option to see page 99 Possible Remedies Carint receive upper shennels UHF when using an antenna TV is fixed to one channel Cannot receive any channels when using cable TV Cannot receive or select channels Some digital cable channels are not being displayed 120 Press to select the VHF TU UHF input ee page 57 Use in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently it in a the LCD projection TV s memory see page 102 Use in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the LCD projection TV s memory see page 102 Check your settings see page 102 Use in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the LCD projection TV s memory see page 102 Press to select the CABLE input see page 57 Use in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently i in LCD projection TV memory see page 102 Certain cable companies have limitations on t
90. ojection TV only on 120 V AC 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 If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet unplug the LCD projection TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further If you will not be using the LCD projection TV for several days disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself Never pull on the cord For details concerning safety precautions see Important Safeguards on page 5 To prevent internal heat buildup do not block the ventilation openings Do not install the LCD projection TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration Avoid operating the LCD projection TV at temperature below 41 F 5 C If the LCD projection TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm location or if the room temperature changes suddenly the picture may be blurred or show poor color In this case please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before turning on the LCD projection TV To obtain the best picture do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight It is recommended to use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the screen with opaque drapery It is desirable to install the LCD projection TV in a room where the
91. or to highlight or out decrease magnification to zoom out and press gt Then press to zoom in or To stop using Zoom press Pan left right up down You can use only when the photo is magnified using Press or to highlight and press Then press gt to pan around the photo To stop using Pan press CED Press button on the remote control Using Rotate In the Photo menu bar press or gt to highlight Press or to highlight You cannot rotate a To rotate clockwise press or to highlight and press photo that has been CE protected see Protect on page 87 To rotate counterclockwise press or to highlight The photo is rotated 90 degrees each time you press C 85 Information about selected movie Selected movie Enlarge button Play pause button Previous next buttons Movie menu bar Movie Controls The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MPEG1 file See your camera s instruction manual for details 86 When you select a movie from the Memory Stick Index described on page 81 it displays as shown below with the following controls 7 He BETES SEY CLs ARS PREYS EERE m oe EOE 5 MPEG movies recorded in VX Fine mode with Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory
92. or Slide Show Set customized Slide Show options including transitions and background audio Pan zoom and rotate photos Mark photos and set quantities of prints to be output when the Memory Stick is inserted into your photo printer not supplied Lock protect or delete files on the Memory Stick 75 Memory Stick Compatibility Memory Stick Functionality 76 This television is compatible with the following Sony brand Memory Stick media types Memory Stick Media Memory Stick Duo and PRO Duo Media can be used without the Memory Stick adaptor The Memory Stick slot on your TV has been designed to accommodate standard and compact versions of Memory Stick It is not necessary to use an adaptor for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo If you use an adaptor it may damage the adaptor and Memory Stick slot Memory Stick Media with Memory Select Function Memory Stick PRO Media Memory Stick PRO media features vary by and are dependent upon the design of host hardware devices Memory Stick PRO in this LCD projection TV has been tested to support up to 1 GB media capacity and does not support high speed transfer MagicGate copyright protection technology or access control security features Sony cannot guarantee or assure the Memory Stick functionality on this television in the following cases You are using non Sony brand Memory Stick media You are using video or audio clips that have been processed on a computer
93. or roll over the power cord and do not place the set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse 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 Refer to section 54 300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding Antenna lead in wire Antenna lead in wire NEC Section 810 20 Electrical service i equipment Grounding conductors NEC section 810 21 Ground clamps 3 a Power service grounding lectrode system NEC Art NEC National S y Electrical Code 250 Part H For added prot
94. our cable TV company the card replaces the need for a separate set top box Check with your cable TV company about CableCARD service details limitations pricing and availability For more information about CableCARD in this manual see page 52 Component Video Inputs Offers the best video quality for DVD 480p 4801 and digital set top box 10801 720p 480p 480i connections S VIDEO Inputs Provides a high quality image from connected equipment Favorite Channel Preview Allows you to preview up to sixteen favorite channels without leaving the current channel Wide Screen Mode Allows you to watch 4 3 normal broadcasts in wide screen mode 16 9 aspect ratio Steady Sound Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Provides an uncompressed all digital audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus multi channel digital audio 13 14 Screen Projection lamp Indicators under the panel The indicators show the current status of your LCD projection TV To minimize reflection the screen s surface has a special coating Read the instructions Cleaning the Screen Surface on page 15 carefully before cleaning Inappropriate cle
95. programs 1040 based on their ratings The Setup Menu provides options for setting up your 108 system including selecting closed caption modes labeling video inputs selecting the language of the on screen menus and more Viewer set on off Timers access CableCARD and diagnostics information and more 93 Selecting Video Options To quickly and easily change from one Picture Mode to another use on the remote control is not available when picture mode is set to 94 Press Press or to highlight the Video icon E and press C Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Use the arrow buttons to make the desired adjustments Press C E to select set Press to exit the menu screen Press onthe remote control when in the Video menu The Video menu includes the following options _ Description Select for anhanced picture contrast and sharpness Customized sess Select for standard picture settings Recommended picture for home entertainment viewing Select to display a picture with minimum enhancements You can alter the Video menu settings Picture Brightness Color etc for each Mode and each video input 5 You may set up a Mode Vivid Standard Pro independently for each Video input Video 1 Video 8 including the Antenna input Your Mode settings are automatically saved after each selection This allows you to customize the Mode setting
96. pter or cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied 49 50 You can use the LCD Projection TV s DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT jack to connect a digital audio device that is PCM Dolby digital compatible such as an audio amplifier Using an optical audio cable connect the device s OPTICAL IN jack to the LCD projection TV s DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT jack PCM DOLBY DIGITAL The DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT jack is available only when a digital TV channel is received Optical audio cable not supplied CONTROL S allows you to control your LCD projection TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control the CONTROL S feature allows you to always point your remote control at your LCD projection TV instead of having to point it at the other equipment which might be hidden or out of direct line of sight 51 CableCARD provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels without the need for a set top box that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television The CableCARD which is provided by your cable TV company is inserted into the TV s rear panel CableCARD slot After the service is activated with your cable TV company the card replaces the need for a separate set top box About Using CableCARD If you are planning to use
97. ra records a photo In this case it is not possible to save the rotation There might be insufficient space on the Memory Stick to save the rotated file Try deleting s and rotating the i image again Set the option to or see page 88 Press to display the menu again Check the LCD projection TV s volume or see page 99 settings To hear JPEG voice memo select the option and set the option to option is not set to see page 88 The Memory Stick Viewer can display a maximum of 2 000 files total including all JPEG MPEG 1 and MP3 files Make sure that the file is named with the file extension mp3 Only MP3 files that are named with the file extension mp3 are displayed in the list MP3 files are played in alphabetical order according to the folder in which they are stored If you want to change the playlist order rename your files alphabetically in the order in which you want them to play or create a MP3 playlist m3u file ona PC MP3 files on your Memory Stick only can be played as background music during a Slide Show see page 87 Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not be compatible with the Memory Stick Viewer MPEG movies recorded in VX Fine mode with Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer Continued 117 __ Possible Remedies MPEG quality i is poor when enlarged page 86 Error message is displayed Error icon is displayed 11
98. rating a VCR Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer Operating a 5 1ch DVD AV System SONY DAV Activate the remote control to operate the VCR Turn on off Change channels Record and simultaneously Play ao Fast forward Wi Rewind the tape a Pause Search the picture forward or during playback or backward release to resume normal playback To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Sap tal eee EL clare ee Oar tee RS If you have a DYD changer to skip disk Play Stop o Pause t S press again to resume normal playback Step through different gt to step forwardor to step backward tracks of the disc Step through different to step forwardor to step backward chapters of the disc Select a track directly Display the menu setup ane Display the top menu Operate mio oan e To Do This Activate the remote control vy operate the DAV Turn on off o Select other equipment connected to the DAV Skip adisk Display the DVD menu Display the menu Setup Continued 61 Move highlight Cursor Sa Sa Select item Change ne a EAE E EEE E NE EL TEAC EE TEE Operating a DVD VCR or HDD DVD P fs Combo Unit Activate the remote control to opearate the DVD VCR or HDD DVD Turn on off If you have a DVD VCR combo component Select the DVD Select the VCR If you have a HDD DVD combo component 7 Select th
99. remote control to change channels on your LCD projection TV when the signal is not scrambled Your LCD projection TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box Use the Twin View feature When all channels are routed through your cable box only one signal is sent to the LCD projection TV so you cannot use the Twin View feature Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter cA sing a coaxial cable connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the LCD projection TV s CABLE Jack ca Jsing a coaxial cable connect the splitter s other output jack to the able box s input jack Q sing a coaxial cable connect the cable box s output jack to the VCR s F input jack ao Using an A V cable connect the cable box s A V output jacks to the LCD projection TV s A V input jacks Using an A V and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN input jacks Using a coaxial cable connect the VCR s RF output jack to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List on page 54 To view scrambled channels tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels A cwu Cables are often 4 color coded to connectors i Connect red to
100. ribers with access to secure digitally encrypted cable channels without the need for a set top box that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television For more information see page 52 Connects to the optical audio input of a digital audio component that is PCM Dolby digital compatible Connects to your VHF UHF antenna or cable box output jack Connects to your cable signal This CABLE input jack in conjunction with the VHF UHF input jack lets you set up your LCD projection TV to switch between scrambled channels coming through a cable box and unscrambled cable channels For details see page 31 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface provides an uncompressed all digital audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus two channel digital audio Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Carrying Your LCD Projection TV Carrying the LCD projection TV requires at least two people Do not hold by the pedestal or the Front Panel Cover of the LCD projection TV Doing so may cause these parts to break off E E E E Do not grasp the pedestal or the Front Panel Cover of the LCD projection TV When moving the LCD projection TV place on
101. sure to use the same row of inputs that you used for the video connection HD DVD IN 5 or 6 Component video cable not supplied CINE OUT S VIDEO OUT _ COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S LINK DIGITAL OUT ReAUDIO Ist VIDEO Bey Pay COARBAL 6060 Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc AUDIO R red f AUDIO L white Audio cable not supplied To take advantage of the Wide Mode set the DVD player s aspect ratio to 16 9 For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD player 42 DVD Player with Use this hookup if S VIDEO and Audio Your DVD player does not have component Y B Y R Y jacks Connectors Using an audio cable connect the DVD player s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks Using a S VIDEO cable connect the DVD player s S VIDEO jack to the LCD projection TV s S VIDEO jack S VIDEO S VIDEO cable VIDEO HG i Ln UNE OUT i avo AUDIOL VIDEO SVIDEO R AUDIOA lt VIDEO Cables are often red H J yellow color coded to connectors AUDIO L X Connect red to red white white to white etc Audio cable not supplied 5 If your DVD player is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable
102. t 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 AN presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure When using TV games computers and similar products with your projection 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 This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15 119 of the FCC rules 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 viewi
103. t cannot be deleted Select orien Deletes the MPEGI file from the Memory Stick You cannot delete an MPEG file that has been protected or if the Memory Stick is locked 87 Slide Show Menu Options The Slide Show menu is the same whether you select it from the Memory Stick Index page 81 Photo page 83 or Movie page 86 menus When you select it may take a moment to display the list of all MP3 files Some JPEG files may take longer to display than others which may make it seem longer than the interval you selected for 88 The Slide Show menu includes the following options Starts the Slide Show Allows you to select background audio to play during the Slide Show No additional background audio is played during the Slide Show Audio that is associated with the JPEG or MPEG files will play Plays all MP3 files on the Memory Stick The MP3 file is not played l Plays the MP3 file stored in the LCD projection TV s internal memory Displays a list of all MP3 files found at the top level root of the Memory Stick To show additional MP3 files stored in other folders on the Memory Stick select Displays a list of all available MP3 files The list is sorted in alphabetical order grouped by folder Allows you to select an effect to be used when adv ancing to the next file in the Slide Show Allows you to specify when to advance to the next slide Slide advances after about 3
104. th a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the f5 mp plug into the outlet contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug 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 being 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 If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or frequent while the TV g a 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 Never push objects of any kind into t
105. tion Press to switch back and forth between the TV s input between the cable LCD projection TV s VHF UHF and CABLE For optimum picture quality a 75 ohm coaxial cable antenna connection is highly recommended Radio waves and other interference can easily affect a 300 ohm twin lead cable resulting in signal deterioration If you use a 300 ohm twin lead cable keep it as far away as possible from the LCD projection TV Do not use an indoor antenna which is especially susceptible to radio noise Cable Box and Cable Before connecting a cable box see Using CableCARD on page 52 Your cable company scrambles some channels such as premium channels which requires you to use a cable box but does not scramble all channels You do not have a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF input jack You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 58 Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels coming directly into the LCD projection TV s CABLE input The LCD projection TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box Use all the dual picture features for unscrambled channels coming directly into the LCD projection TV s CABLE input jack Coaxial cable _ CATV cable
106. tion TV is reading data from the Memory Stick 5 Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed when the Memory Stick indicator on the LCD projection TV s front panel is lit may damage the Memory Stick or its contents Push the Memory Stick gently into the Memory Stick slot and then release it The Memory Stick media is ejected When removing the Memory Stick do not attempt to pull it from its slot without first pushing it in to release it Pull the Memory Stick completely out of the slot To protect small children from injury by Memory Stick media remove all Memory Stick media from the LCD projection TV s Memory Stick slot and store in a safe location when not in use 80 Turn on the LCD projection TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view To insert a Memory Stick see Inserting a Memory Stick on page 78 button on the 5 f the Memory Stick Index does not appear press remote control The Memory Stick Index appears which displays thumbnail images of the files stored on the Memory Stick Information about the highlighted photo or movie Highlighted thumbnail Thumbnails of photos and movies Memory Stick menu bar Indicates the thumbnail is a movie MPEGI file instead of a photo JPEG file ca Indicates the thumbnail is locked Locked files cannot be changed or deleted For details
107. u can watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio video quality offered by these programs S master Full Digital Amplifier Delivers superb clear dialog and reproduces the original sound quality while minimizing any sound fragmentation or jitter noise BN Smoother Reduces the block noise caused by digital video encoding and decoding process CineMotion Using the reverse 3 2 pull down technology the CineMotion feature provides smoother picture movement when playing back movies or other video sources on film Twin View Using Multi Image Driver MID XV Twin View allows you to watch two programs side by side with the ability to zoom in on one picture and listen to the program in the selected window You can watch pictures from two different sources 10801 720p 480p or 480i simultaneously Memory Stick Viewer Allows you to view digital photos JPEG and movies MPEG1 from Memory Stick media on your LCD projection TV screen Parental Control V Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming from younger viewers CableCARD slot Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels without the need for a set top box that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television The CableCARD which is provided by your cable TV company is inserted into the TV s rear panel CableCARD slot After the service is activated with y
108. ubstitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 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 oY certify When the set reaches the end of its j is useful life ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the set When you place the LCD projection TV in position be careful not to drop it on your foot or fingers Watch your footing while installing the LCD projection TV If you carry the LCD projection TV in a manner other than the specified manner and without the specified number of persons it may drop and a serious injury may be caused Be sure to follow the instructions mentioned below Carry the LCD projection TV with the specified number of persons see page 25 Do not carry the LCD projection TV holding the speaker grill Hold the LCD projection TV tightly when carrying it Before carrying the LCD projection TV disconnect any accessories or cables Although the LCD projection TV is made with high precision technology black dots may appear or bright points of light red blue or green may appear constantly on the LCD screen This is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a defect If direct sunlight or other strong illumination shines on the screen part of the screen may appear white due to ref
109. ug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV 11 Package Content nosion ieres 11 Using This Manual 11 FEAE S o ee e a Ee EA EEY 12 Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV 14 Notes on the LCD Projection TV esseen 15 Cleaning the Screen Surface wo ee 15 Replacing the Lamp sesosneunesersiiniois 16 OVEINIE Wiari errn AE OA a e 21 LCD Projection TV Front Panel and Connectors 22 Front Panelni n eneen u n 22 Front and Rear Panel Connectors n 23 Installing the LCD Projection TV aseeseen 25 Carrying Your LCD Projection TV 25 Take Precaution during the Installation 26 To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Fallin inai ea a a 26 When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall ee Recommended Viewing Area Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antennae cab geese a a aa E Cable or Antenna ssssssieserserrroerrerrrsssrreee Cable and
110. urces Also not available when Mild Mode is On or when using multi picture functions Twin View Freeze or Memory Stick oa Allows you to customize the level of detail Reality and smoothness Clarity for up to three input sources For example you can create one Custom setting to optimize your cable input s picture and create another to optimize your DVD player s picture You can switch among the three Custom settings Press the arrow buttons to highlight or and then press C The DRC palette appears Custom 1 Press CE to exit ee Reality 25 v Clarity 4 1 b Press the arrow buttons to adjust the position of the marker As you move the higher along the Reality axis the picture becomes more detailed As you move the to the right along the Clarity axis the picture becomes smoother To save the setting press C To return the Custom options to the default factory settings press the button Za DRC Palette i is not t available when TEE an 720p and 1080i sources Also not available when Mild Mode is On or when using multi picture functions Twin View Freeze or Memory Stick may not Select to reduce noise caused by digital video be effective for some encoding and decoding process It is especially connected equipment effective for watching a DVD or digital TV picture Select from A 5 and 5 BN Smoother may not be able to correct image quality from some connected equipment 5 BN Smooth
111. ws programs and movies that are broadcast Block programs without a rating or movies that are broadcast without a rating Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating 5 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 If you selected Canada as the country of residence on page 105 the Custom Rating menu includes the following options If you selected U S A see page 106 _ Description Children 8 8 years and older S All children General programmin g Parental guidance Viewers 14 and older Adult programming General programming Not recommended for ages under 8 Not recommended for ages under 13 Not recommended for ages under 16 Programming restricted to adults on page 106 for details 107 Selecting Setup Options 108 Press Press or to highlight the Setup icon and press Paan Ca be Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Press C 3 to select a feature Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Press C 5 to select the desired option Press to exit the menu screen The Setup menu includes the following options Allows you to select from four closed caption modes for programs

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