Sony FD Trinitron WEGA KV
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1. 0 Quick Start to the Menus cccccecssecesseeeteeees Using the Menus TO Access a MERU a iccictiicssati cts citicssensdetensbiveanasentenes Using the Video m Ment tretesire as Picture Controls Mert citi aptineariaseesitinensions Using the Audio BE Menu uu Options Ment ice actin ick chi Raat rar sing the Channel Setup Menta sees ates arental Control eesriided tae sing the Parental Control kx Menu sing the Timer Me Nth x csvessaserececer cessed sing the Setup gp Menu sees Gace FE Other Information Programming the Remote Control 006 Troubleshooting iirc tana reti ane Gas Sp cificationS nesse eena i ban heassue dees fe Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony FD Trinitron WEGA Before you begin using this manual please check the model number located on the rear of your TV or on the front cover of this manual Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features Some of the features you will enjoy include Q FD Trinitron FLAT CRT Technologically advanced tube delivers a picture with uncompromising accuracy and outstanding image detail OY Ps PrInputs A component video input connection for a superior picture quality m WOW Provides a dramatic presence with a full deep bass sound When WOW is enabled BBE is directly activated to further enhance the audio program Parental Control V Chip A tool to help parents monitor what their child2. Do not attempt to service the set yourself since opening the cabinet may expone you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified y the manufacturer to determine that the set is in safe operating condition and to so certify When the set reaches the end of its useful life improper disposal could result in a picture tu service technician to dispose of the set e implosion Ask a qualified Contents Introduction Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features Batteries for the Remote Control ccceee About this Manual ccccccccsscesseceeseseseeceneeens Front Panel Menu Controls cccccccceseeeeeeeees Connecting Your TV TY Rear Panel ses cscsdcncicocntiestieerica hs eacinee Basic CONNECTIONS ecserin anat Connecting Additional Equipment 00 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control s ssssesssssssssesosses1essess Setting Up the TV Automatically
3. For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug 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 Alternate Warning For the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet C This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the o o Il l outlet contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock Always turn the set off when it is not to be used When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution against the possibiity of an internal malfunction that could create a fire azard Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm Lightning may strike while you are holding the cable or cord causing serious injury Turn off your TV and wait for the weather to improve Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through the ca
4. VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected Operating Instructions TV and Satellite Receiver From j Rear of TV antenna VIDEO IN 2 3 VHF UHF VIDEO Satellite Receiver gt 6 SATELLITE IN VHF UHF 1 C IB 6 AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO IN Satellite Olour LINE OUT ii zs antenna Video yellow cable n E Audio L white Audio R red 1 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the VHF UHF jack on your TV 3 Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV You can use the E button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs For better picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected Connecting Your TV TV Satellite Receiver and VCR satente 4 antenna From cable cable Rear of TV antenna 2 VIDEON VCR o a lt o m e VHF UHF VIDE a E e Bea AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO Gln AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO O ut lar is aar E
5. avoid possible damage from battery leakage About this Manual This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable cable box VCR DVD satellite receiver stereo system or camcorder Once you re connected follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on screen menus Front Panel Menu Controls Q Or Onenu O O The front Audio Video panel controls allows you to access the menu without the remote control Press to display the on screen menu Use the and buttons on the front Audio Video panel instead of the 4 and buttons on the remote control Use the button on the front Audio Video panel instead of the gt and buttons on the remote control Press again when the setting or adjustment is complete To navigate the menus with your remote control see Using the Menus on page 17 Connecting Your TV Read this section before setting up your TV for the first time This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting TV Rear Panel VIDEO IN OUT 3 AUDIO VAR FIX VHF UHF _ VI o1 Y OIO s E Jack Description 1 S VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the VHF UHF jacks or the video i
6. electronic equipment Some electronic equipment can create electrical noise which can interfere with TV reception Double images or Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service ghosts Cannot receive m Make sure Cable is set to Off in the Channel Setup menu higher number page 22 channels UHF 4 Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in when using an the memory page 14 antenna 35 Other Information Cable stations don t seem to work Remote control does not operate The TV needs to be cleaned Lost password for Parental Control You lost your remote control L Make sure Cable is set to On in the Channel Setup menu page 22 Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in the memory page 14 Batteries could be weak Replace them page 2 Move the TV 3 4 or more feet away from fluorescent lights Clean the TV with a soft dry cloth Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine which might damage the finish of the cabinet In the password screen enter the following master password 4357 After using the master password you must create a new password it cannot be used to unlock currently blocked channels You can use the front Audio Video panel controls to access the menu page 2 Contact your nearest Sony Dealer to order a replacement If after reading these Operating Instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony
7. fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the set and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered 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 e Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct sunlight Power Cord Protection Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord and do not place the set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse Grounding or Polarization This set may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider
8. instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected Optional connection If your DVD player is equipped with component video outputs Y Ps Pr you can optimize the picture quality by using component video cables Rear of TV VIDEO IN ouT AUDIO VAR FIX Rear of DVD Player VHF UHF VIDEO f LINE OUT VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO our JE _ DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO J L 0o Y black and white Pe blue Pr red udio L white udio R red gt gt 1 Using component video cables not supplied connect the Y Ps PROUT on your DVD 8 P pp y player to Y Ps Pr IN on your TV 2 Connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV The Y Ps Pr outputs on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y Cs and Cr or Y B Y and R Y If so connect the cables to like colors 10 Connecting Your TV Connecting a Camcorder Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV Front A V Panel U VIDEO 2 INPUT ra Or Owenu VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R Or O Audio R red 4 Audio L white A V output Video yellow Connecting Headphones Connect the headphones to the Q jack on the front of your TV Headphone jack is STEREO Front A V Panel A VIDEO 2 IN
9. 309 308 332 302 332 315 304 338 309 341 312 309 314 336 337 304 319 320 316 317 318 341 330 335 338 329 304 309 322 339 340 332 306 304 305 338 309 308 JCPenney JVC Kenwood LXI Sears Magnavox Marantz Marta Memorex Minolta Mitsubishi MGA Multitech NEC Olympic Optimus Panasonic Pentax Philco Philips Pioneer Quasar RCA PROSCAN 309 305 304 330 314 336 337 314 336 337 345 346 347 314 336 332 337 332 305 330 335 338 308 309 310 314 336 337 332 309 335 305 304 323 324 325 326 325 338 321 314 336 337 309 308 327 308 309 306 307 305 304 308 309 308 309 310 308 308 309 306 304 305 308 309 311 312 313 310 329 Operating Instructions CC ee VCR codes Realistic 309 330 328 335 324 Symphonic 338 338 Samsung 322 313 321 Tashiro 332 Sansui 314 Tatung 314 336 337 Sanyo 330 335 Teac 314 336 338 337 Scott 312 313 321 335 323 Technics 309 308 324 325 326 Sharp 327 328 Toshiba 312 311 Shintom 315 Wards 327 328 335 331 332 Signature 2000 338 327 Yamaha 314 330 336 337 M Ward V2000 338 Zenith 331 Sylvania 308 309 338 310 Cable box codes Satellite receiver codes Sony 230 Sony 801 Hamlin Regal 222 223 224 225 226 General Electric 802 Jerrold G I 201 202 203 204 205 Hitachi 805 206 207 208 218 Oak 227 228 229 Hughes 804 Panasonic 219 220 221 Pan
10. INA z a DOr Satellite Receiver ne our ae ee Video yellow 3 ji amp 4 Audio L white N Audio R red 1 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on the satellite receiver 5 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the IN jack on your VCR 3 Using a coaxial cable not supplied connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF UHF jack on your TV 4 Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your VCR 5 Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV a To view from the satellite receiver or VCR select the video input to which your satellite receiver or VCR is connected by pressing T on the remote control Operating Instructions Connecting a DVD Player Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV Rear of TV VIDEOIN OUT Rear of DVD Player i 3 fabio r S VIDEO z LINE OUT ol COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S LINK ni i VHF UHF vo RAUDIO IL VIDEO jee o M Qe ON O js TG O Video yellow Audio L white Audio R red For better picture quality use S VIDEO
11. PUT ua Or MENU VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R O OrO 11 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions This section shows you how to use the more advanced buttons on the remote control and how to use the on screen menus POWER MUTING VeR DVD SAT CABLI VCR DVD SATCABEE TV SYSTEM OFF N El WW E bis Aa al E a RM Y180 SONY 12 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control 1 MUTING Instantly turns off the sound Press again or press es to restore the sound 2 SYSTEM OFF Powers off all Sony equipment at once may not work with older equipment 3 TV VCR Press when you are finished using a VCR and you want to switch to the TV Antenna input Your VCR power will remain on 4 PICTURE MODE Cycles through the available Video Mode settings 5 SLEEP Turns the TV off automatically in approximately 15 30 45 60 or 90 minutes Cancel by pressing until SLEEP OFF appears 6 JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels The TV alternates between current channel and the last channel that was selected 7 Press for a direct selection of Effect settings Simulated WOW SRS Lam Off see page 20 8 RESET Press to return to factory settings while in an on screen menu 9 VOL volume Press when you want to adjust the volume HO CODE SET Use to program your remote control to operate connected video equipm
12. S O N Y 4 086 343 22 zi FD Trinitron WEGA Operating Instructions KV 20FV300 KV 24FV300 2002 by Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the TV to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Note to the CATV Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical SAFETY PRECAUTIONS l Operate the TV only on 120 V AC l One blade of the power plug is wider than the other for safety purposes and will fit into the power outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the pl
13. asonic 803 Pioneer 214 215 RCA PROSCAN 802 808 Scientific Atlanta 209 210 211 Toshiba 806 807 Tocom 216 217 Zenith 212 213 Laser Disc Player codes DVD codes Sony 701 Sony 751 Panasonic 704 710 JVC 756 Pioneer 702 Mitsubishi 761 Onkyo 762 DBS codes Oritron 759 DIRECTV 809 Panasonic 753 Echostar Dish 810 Philips 757 Network Magnavox Pioneer 752 RCA 755 Samsung Hitachi 758 Toshiba 754 Zenith 760 33 Other Information If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment Whenever you remove the batteries the code numbers may revert to the factory setting and must be reset In some rare cases you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control In this case use the equipment s supplied remote control Operating a VCR Press To VCR DVD Power on the VCR om Select channels directly a a Change channels gt Play video tape Stop lt lt Or pp Search forward or backward ll Pause and gt Record pe Change between VCR and TV inputs Operating a DVD Press To voRDVD Power on the DVD Select chapters directly o a Search chapters forward or backward gt Play DVD r Stop T Pause 4 V a gt Move the cursor in the menu Display the DVD menu Operating a Laser Disc Press To VORDWD Power on the laser disc o S Search chapters forward or backward Play disc E Stop ll Pause 34 Operating Instr
14. binet slots as they ma touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the set Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Do not place any objects especially heavy objects on top of the set The object may fall from the set causing injury Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or frequent while the TV is operating unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds particularly when being turned on or off Installation Always use two or more people to lift or move the set The set is heavy and the bottom surface is flat Serious injury can result from trying to move the set by yourself alone or from unsteady handling Install the set on a stable level surface Water and Moisture Do not use power line operated sets near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket table or shelf The set may
15. contrast and sharpness Customized Movie Select for a finely detailed picture picture viewing Sports Select for a bright picture Standard Select for a standard picture Press for direct Mode settings Vivid Movie Sports Standard 18 MENU End Operating Instructions Picture Controls Menu To access the Picture Controls menu first open the Video menu by referring to the following steps To Display To Select VEES 2 ule m TTT Brightness U A Quetanuncciiocnis a S CT TT gt hn Sharpness Xe eo di K 10 0 oM xece VM High Press to highlight Picture Controls then press gt Select End Picture With the Picture Controls menu open Controls Picture Press to decrease the contrast Press gt to increase contrast Brightness Press to darken the picture Press gt to brighten the picture Color Press to decrease color saturation Press gt to increase color saturation Hue Press to increase the red tones Press gt to increase the green tones Sharpness Press lt to soften the picture Press gt to sharpen the picture Color Temp Use the or Y button to select from one of the following options White color tint Cool Gives the white colors a blue tint adjustment Neutral Gives the white colors a neutral tint Warm Gives the white colors a red tint VM Sharpens picture definition to give objects a sharp clean edge Use the Velocity or Y but
16. dance 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 L Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas J Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver J Connect the equipment into an outlet ona circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 1 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Protecting the TV 1 To prevent internal heat build up do not block the ventilation openings 1 Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15 119 of the FCC rules Use of this television for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster cable company and or program owner Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover of this manual and at the rear of your TV Trademarks a
17. ed is fixed is not necessary to set the channel viewing With the menu open set the cursor on Timer 1 or Timer 2 1 Press 4 or Y to select Timer 1 or Timer 2 then press 2 Press or to enter the desired day time duration and channel then press G The Timer status should be On when the Timer has been set 3 Press to exit the menu You can set the Timer to On Off or Set Once the timer is set you can turn it On or Off without having to go through the settings When you set Timer 1 or Timer 2 a red light on the front panel of your TV will turn on When you perform Auto Program Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be cleared Also in the event of any loss of power Current Time and Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be cleared 30 Operating Instructions Using the Setup Menu To access the Setup menu refer to the following steps To Display MENU A gt Caption Vision Closed Captioning Video Label Label connected equipment Tilt Correction Language Demo To Highlight E To Select SA etup Caption Vision ij CE Video Label Tilt Correction gt Language English Select End S Allows you to select from three closed caption modes for programs that are broadcast with closed caption Press or to select one of the following options CC1 2 3 4 Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a program Text1 2 3 4 Displays network station information XDS Ext
18. ended Data Services Displays the name of the current program and its remaining time if available Off Caption Vision is not activated Allows you to label the audio video components you connected to the TV VCR DVD etc When you press TV VIDEO to switch inputs the Video Label will display on screen Press gt to open the Video Label menu 1 Press 4 or to access the input you want to label and press 2 Press 4 or to choose a label and press Press gt to open Tilt Correction Press 4 or Y to correct any tilt of the picture from 5 to 5 then press to activate and return to the Setup menu Display all menus in the language of your choice Use the or Y buttons to select desired language and press Press to run a demonstration of the on screen menus You can press any key to exit the Demo mode 31 Other Information Programming the Remote Control You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non Sony video equipment CODE SET Press VCR DVD ENTER Press A WN VCR codes Sony Admiral M Ward Aiwa Audio Dynamic Broksonic Canon Citizen Craig Criterion Curtis Mathis Daewoo DBX Dimensia Emerson Fisher Funai General Electric Go Video Goldstar Hitachi Instant Replay 32 Press Cc or SAE FUNCTION Use the buttons to key in the code number from the following chart 301 302 303 327 338 344 314 337 319 317
19. ent see page 32 11 POWER Press when you want to turn connected equipment on or off 12 FUNCTION Press when you want to control connected equipment with your remote control 13 VCR DVD Operates VCR or DVD Use when you want to operate connected operating VCR or DVD with your remote control 14 TV VIDEO Cycles through available video inputs 15 DISPLAY Press once to show current time if set and channel number Press again to turn DISPLAY off 16 MTS SAP Cycles through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options Stereo Mono and Auto SAP Second Audio Program 7 and ENTER Change the channels directly Press buttons to select a channel then press ENTER 18 GUIDE Brings up the custom guide of your satellite receiver E Moves the cursor in the on screen menus Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor Press the center button to select or access an option 20 MENU Displays the on screen menu Press again to exit the menu at any time 21 CH channel Press when you want to change channels If you lose your remote control see page 36 13 Operating Instructions Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV you can perform Auto Program to set up your channels POWER 1 Press to turn on the TV The Initial Setup screen appears SONY Initial Setup First please connect cable antenna Auto Program CH Exit CH CH 2 Press G on the rem
20. eshooting 35 TV Features 1 TV Front Panel 2 TV Rear Panel 3 Video M Menu 18 Video Label 31 VM 19 WOW 20 Sony Corporation Printed in U S A
21. ical Code ANSI NFPA 70 a ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ARTICLE 250 PART H Lightning For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power line surges Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed FRAYED oR TAUT AC LINE CRACKED PLUG e Tfliquid has been spilled into the set or objects have fallen into the product If the set has been exposed to rain or water If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service Servicing
22. ight Dy To Select Stereo MENU Speaker On CS o 4 Press Y to highlight Options then press gt Select End MTS Press 4 or to select one of the following options Multi Channel Stereo Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo TV Sound Mono Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception Auto SAP Select to have the TV automatically to a Second Audio Program SAP when a signal is received Press ES for direct MTS settings Stereo Mono Auto SAP Speaker On Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with or without a Custom separate stereo system selection of Off Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV s sound only audio output through external audio system speakers source Audio Out Audio Out settings can only be set when speakers are set to Off Use to control Variable Adjust the volume through your TV theTV svolume Fixed Adjust the TV volume through a connected stereo through a stereo Audio Out settings can only be set when Speaker is set to Off If your TV is set to Auto SAP some programs may be muted or distorted If your TV does not output sound change your Audio setting to Stereo or Mono 21 Using the Menus Using the Channel Setup Menu To access the Channel Setup menu refer to the following steps To Display MENU A gt Favorite Channels Quick access to favorite channels To Highlight To Select ay annel Setup Favorite Channe
23. ls C Cable On gt Channel Fix Off Auto Program Move Select End 5 Press gt to open Favorite Channels menu 1 Use the or Y buttons to select the position 1 5 where you want to set a favorite channel Then press G 2 Using the or buttons select the desired channel 3 Press G to change to the channel selected 4 Press to return to the Channel Setup menu or press Y to exit To use Favorite Channels Exit all menus and press Press 4 or amp to move the cursor to the desired channel number and press Cable On Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable Off Select if you are using a TV antenna After changing your cable settings you will need to perform Auto Program When Channel Fix is set you will not be able to use your cable settings Channel Fix Auto Program 22 2 6 Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box or VCR Select the appropriate channel usually 3 or 4 and use the cable box s or VCR s remote control for channel selection Video 1 Select from available video inputs when you have connected video equipment e g satellite receiver and you want your TV fixed to it Off Channel Fix is not set Press gt to perform Auto Program Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV The TV will scan through all available channels and program receivable channels Operating Instructions ee Channel Use this featu
24. n theaters and on prime cable channels Rating Defined as G General audience hse PUI PG Parental Guidance suggested PG 13 Parents strongly cautioned R Restricted NC 17 Noone 17 and under admitted Press to block X Adult audience only Return Select End 24 Operating Instructions i TV Rating U S models only The TV rating is divided into two groups age based and content based TV Rating TV Y TV Y7 FV TV G Ase BVAter D L S V Content TV 14 Sie S V TV MA L 8 V Press to block Return Select End Age Defined as Content Defined as TV Y All children FV Fantasy Violence TV Y7 Directed to older children D Suggestive dialogue TV G General audience L Strong language TV PG Parental Guidance S Sexual situations suggested V Violence TV 14 Parents strongly cautioned TV MA Mature Audience only The content ratings will increase depending on the level of the age based rating For example a program with a TV PG V Violence rating may contain moderate violence while a TV 14 V Violence rating may contain intense violence Unrated U S models only You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not rated Allow Allows all unrated programs Custom Rating Block Blocks all unrated programs Movie Rating TV Rating Unrated ENT Choose a category Return Select G End If you choose to block unrated TV programs please be aware that the foll
25. nd Copyrights ENERGY STAR is a registered mark As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Licensed by BBE Sound Inc under USP 4638258 4482866 BBE and BBE symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound Inc WOW and the je symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Important Safeguards For your pene please read these instructions completely and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe and comply with all warnings cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual WARNING To guard against injury the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation use and servicing of the set Use Use Power Sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial model plate If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord pug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Refer to the following instructions
26. necting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Rear of TV 2 VHF UHF VCR i _ 28 3 N Ha BF G ar Cx g k Video yellow w p Audio L white cable antenna Audio R red Optional connection To watch video programs from your VCR tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 as set on the rear of your VCR 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your VCR 2 Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF UHF jack on the TV Optional connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs you can get better picture quality by connecting Audio Video cables not supplied from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO VIDEO IN on your TV You can use the T button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs For better picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected Operating Instructions TV and Cable Box Cable Box 1 From l E cable i p Coaxial 2 Cable Rear of TV 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHE UHF jack on the TV To view channels from your cable box tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 as set on the rear panel
27. nput jack S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected 2 VHF UHF Connects to your VHF UHF antenna or cable 3 VIDEO Connects to the AUDIO and VIDEO output jacks on your VCR or AUDIO L R other video equipment A second video input jack VIDEO 2 is located on the front panel of the TV These AUDIO VIDEO input jacks provide better picture quality than the VHF UHF jack 4 Y Ps Pr Connects to the component video Y Ps Pr to AUDIO L and R L R output jacks on your DVD player or Digital Set top box 5 AUDIO OUT Connects to the AUDIO L and R input jacks on your audio or VAR FIX video equipment You can listen to your TV s audio through your L MONO R stereo system Operating Instructions Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna or CATV cable Depending on the cable available in your home choose one of the connections below A VHFonly 75 ohm Rear of TV or coaxial cable VHF UHF VHF UHF or Cable B VHFonly 300 ohm twin Rear of TV or lead cable __ VHF UHF UHF only TS Z or VHF UHF Antenna connector Converter EAC 25 not supplied C VHF 75 ohm and coaxial cable UHF ID 1 Rear of TV VHF UHF lt _p EAC 66 U V mixer i not supplied 300 ohm twin lead cable If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna you may need to adjust the orientation of the antenna for best reception Connecting Your TV Con
28. ntrol 1 Press then use the buttons to enter a 4 digit password Keep this manual in a safe place If you forget your password see page 36 2 Confirm your password by entering it again Once your password is set correctly the next Parental Control menu appears For future access to this menu use your password A password is needed every time you want to access Parental Control menu 27 Using the Menus Setting the Rating You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Lock options ir Parental Control ove an Off i Change Password Country U S A Turn Parental Lock Select End 5 1 With Lock highlighted press If you are not familiar with the Parental Guidelines rating system use one of the following preselected categories to simplify the rating selections Child Youth Young Adult 2 Use the 4 or Y buttons to select the desired rating and press Rating TV will allow a maximum rating of Child TV Y TV G G U S models only G Canadian models only Youth TV PG PG U S models only PG Canadian models only Young Adult TV 14 PG 13 U S models only 14 Canadian models only Custom Select to set more restrictive ratings see next section Off No rating limit Changing your Password 1 Use the or button to move the cursor to Change Password and press 2 Follow steps 1 and 2 for Using the Parental Control Menu on page 27 Information for Parents To vie
29. o change without notice 37 Index A 38 Audio Menu 20 Audio Out 21 Auto Program 14 22 Auto SAP 21 Balance 20 Bass 20 Battery Installation 2 Brightness 19 Cable 22 Caption Vision 31 Channel Fix 22 Channel Label 23 Channel Setup fa Menu 22 Channel Skip Add 23 Color 19 Color Temp 19 Connections Cable and Antenna 4 Connecting a Camcorder 11 Connecting a DVD player 10 Connecting Headphones 11 TV and Cable Box 6 TV and VCR5 TV and Satellite Receiver 8 TV Satellite Receiver and VCR 9 TV VCR and Cable Box 7 Current Time 30 Demo 31 DISPLAY 13 Effect Off 20 Simulated 20 SRS 20 WOW 20 Favorite Channels 22 Front A V Panel see TV Front Panel 2 Hue 19 Language 31 Menus Audio 2 20 Channel Setup Ce 22 Parental Control 27 Setup 31 Timer 30 Video m 18 Mode Movie 18 Sports 18 Standard 18 Vivid 18 MTS Auto SAP 21 Mono 21 Stereo 21 Options Audio 21 Parental Control 24 also see Ratings Parental Control Menu 27 Picture 19 Picture Controls Brightness 19 Color 19 Hue 19 Picture 19 Sharpness 19 Picture Mode see Mode 18 Ratings English Rating 26 French Rating 26 Movie Rating 24 TV Rating 25 Unrated 25 U S A Rating 26 Remote Control Using 12 Programming 32 Setup Menu 31 Sharpness 19 Simulated 20 SLEEP 13 Speaker 21 Specifications 37 SRS 20 Steady Sound 20 Stereo 21 Tilt Correction 31 Timer Menu 30 Timer 1 and Timer 2 30 Treble 20 Troubl
30. of your cable box and use the cable box s remote control to change channels If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box you should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channnel 3 or 4 see page 22 Connecting Your TV TV VCR and Cable Box Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 VARIFIX 3 S VIDEO VHF UHF VIDEO b a OO P x oV Pom O Z me mT gt Video yellow Audio L white Audio R red 2 Cable Box 1 a an Optional connection IN From cable 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box 2 Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack on your VCR 3 Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF UHF jack on the TV If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box you should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channel 3 or 4 see page 22 Optional connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs you can get better picture quality by connecting Audio Video cables not supplied from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO VIDEO IN on your TV You can use the T button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs For better picture quality use S
31. ote control or on the TV front panel to perform Auto Program or press to exit The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program To perform Auto Program again Press Press gt to highlight Channel Setup Press to highlight Cable Press to select MENU gt i Press or to select On or Off according to how you connected your TV Press vl bh WS Press to highlight Auto Program Press to search for channels 5 After performing Auto Program press EY to exit 14 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on screen menus Menu Allows you to olde INIQOANOOALOOCHOUALOUANTY Video Brightness T I Ore lela Mode Vivid Hue mmja Picture Controls Sharpness TUNUUNNNONAA4HHe0 Oxo o al K 10 opm rere VM High Move WEB Select D End E5 Select G End 5 Make adjustments to your picture settings AUOODOODOOD ODO fettentsnuensanns AUOUDOODOODOODQrnnronennnnnnnnn naanaoaaaaaana f fonno Steady Sound Off Effect Off 7 o iola Move Select D End 5 Stereo Speaker On Return Select End amp 5 Change your audio settings amh Channel Setup Favorite Channels Cable On Channel Fix Off Auto Program Channel Skip Add Channel Label Move _ WEP Select End Customize your channel settings 15 Opera
32. owing programs may be blocked emergency broadcasts political programs sports news public service announcements religious programs and weather 25 Using the Menus English Rating Canadian models only These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English Rating Defined as C Children e e Rating C8 Children 8 years and older ae G General programming PG PG Parental Guidance au 14 Viewers 14 and older press e BOEK 18 Adult programming Return Select End French Rating Canadian models only These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French Ratin Defin ee arnod a5 French Rating G General Gj 8 ans Not recommended for younger Sans children 13 ans 13ans Not recommended for children 16 ans 18 ans under age 13 Press to block 16 ans Not recommended for ages eat under 16 Return Select End 18 ans This program is restricted to adults U S A Rating Canadian models only For programs from the United States please see TV Rating on page 25 26 Operating Instructions Using the Parental Control 353 Menu To access the Parental Control menu refer to the following steps ire To Display To Highlight To Select ae MENU A Thy Password W __ Use O 9 buttons to enter new password Move Select End 5 In the Parental Control 433 menu you will be asked to set a 4 digit password for any further access into Parental Co
33. re after you run Auto Program to skip unwanted channels or Skip Add add new ones Press gt to open the Channel Skip Add menu 1 Use the 4 or button to select the position of the desired channel then press 2 Use the or buttons to select Skip or Add then press 3 Press to return to the Channel Setup menu or press Y to exit Pressing CH or CH will skip over channels that have been skipped You can still use the buttons to directly tune to skipped channels Channel Press gt to open the Channel Label menu Label 1 Press then press 4 or until you reach the desired channel Label up to 40 number Press G5 to activate the channel channels with 2 Press then use the or Y buttons to display the first call letter or their call letters number of the caption then press G to select it When finished press to activate Favorite Channels Cable Channel Skip Add and Channel Label cannot be used when Channel Fix is set 23 Using the Menus Parental Control The Parental Control feature is designed to help parents monitor what their children watch on television This section shows you the different rating systems available and how to set your TV s rating limit Overview of the Ratings Once you have become familiar with these rating systems you should be ready to set your TV s rating limit Movie Rating U S models only This system defines the rating levels of movies shown i
34. ren watch on TV by establishing rating limits 4 Favorite Channel Instant access to your favorite channels with the touch of a button 4 XDS Banner A new convenient feature that displays the name and the remaining time of the current program viewed if available Q Universal Remote Control Program your remote control to operate your connected cable box VCR digital satellite receiver or DVD player Energy Star Meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency QO Direct MTS Allows direct access to your Multi Channel TV Sound Stereo Mono or Auto SAP Second Audio Program with the touch of a button a Trilingual Menus Choose between English French or Spanish menus Front Panel Controls Allows access to the on screen menus without the use of a remote control O Front A V Inputs A quick connection for video games camcorders stereo mono equipment or headphones 4 Auto Mute A friendly feature designed to automatically mute your TV when no signal is received Operating Instructions Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA R6 batteries supplied into the remote control using the following illustration as a guide Under normal conditions batteries will last up to six months If the remote control does not operate properly the batteries might be worn out If you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time remove the batteries to
35. television please call our Direct Response Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 U S residents only or 416 499 SONY 7669 Canadian residents only 36 Operating Instructions CC Specifications For all models except as noted Television system American TV standard NTSC Channel coverage VHF 2 13 UHF 14 69 CATV 1 125 Antenna 75 ohm external antenna terminal for VHF UHF Picture tube FD Trinitron tube Power requirements 120V 60 Hz Supplied Accessories Size AA R6 batteries 2 Remote Control RM Y180 1 Optional Accessories Connecting cables VMC 810S 820S VMC 720M YC YC 15V 30V RK74A EAC 66 U V mixer KV 20FV300 Screen size Visible screen size 20 inches 507 mm measured diagonally Actual screen size 21 inches 533 4 mm measured diagonally Inputs outputs 2 video 2 audio 1S VIDEO 1 Y Ps Pr 1 audio 1 AUDIO OUT 1 headphone jack Speaker output 10W x2 Power Consumption 155 W in use 1 W in standby Dimensions W H D 609 x 463 x 502 mm 24 x 181 4 x 193 4 inches Mass 27 kg 59 Ibs 80z KV 24FV300 Screen size Visible screen size 24 inches 598 mm measured diagonally Actual screen size 25 inches 635 mm measured diagonally Inputs outputs 2 video 2 audio 1S VIDEO 1 Y Ps Pr 1 audio 1 AUDIO OUT 1 headphone jack Speaker output 10W x2 Power Consumption 180 W in use 1 W in standby Dimensions W H D 686 5 x 522 x 494 3 mm 27 x 201 x 191 inches Mass 37 kg 81 Ibs 90z Design and specifications are subject t
36. than other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug Antennas Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outdoor antenna is installed follow the precautions below An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NEC in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode NEC NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE Antenna Grounding According to the NEC Antenna Grounding According to the National Electr
37. ting Instructions EROS Parental Control Password Move Select End 5 Timer Current Time Move Select End 5 a Setup Caption Vision Off MVATo C10 i 1 et 1 Tilt Correction Language English Demo Move Select End 5 16 Allows you to Set rating limits on your TV based on a program s rating or content Set the clock on your TV and program scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and Timer 2 Select captioning options label video inputs adjust tilt correction select menu languages or run a demo of the menus Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV To Access a Menu 1 2 3 4 5 Press 4 to display the on screen menu Use the or gt buttons to highlight the desired menu then press G Use the or Y buttons to highlight the desired option then press G Press to complete the adjustment or follow the instructions that will appear on your screen to activate the desired option Press GS to exit the menu Press GS once to display the on screen menu and press again to return to normal viewing If no buttons are pressed the menu closes automatically after about 90 seconds 17 Using the Menus Using the Video Mi Menu To access the Video menu refer to the following steps Mode To Display To Select aye gt l Picture Controls MENU Move Select Vivid Select for enhanced picture
38. ton to select from one of the following options Off High Low Modulation 19 Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu To access the Audio menu refer to the following steps To Display To Highlight Dy To Select MENU C ae CUT TTT gt gt l Steady Sound Off Effect Off 7 0 iola Move Select End Treble Press lt to decrease the higher pitched sound Press gt to increase the higher pitched sound Bass Press to decrease the lower pitched sound Press gt to increase the lower pitched sound Balance Press lt to emphasize the left speaker Press gt to emphasize the right speaker Steady Press 4 or to select one of the following options Sound On Select to stabilize the volume when changing channels Stabilizes Off Select to turn Steady Sound off volume Effect Press 4 or to select one of the following options Simulated Simulates stereo quality sound for mono programs WOW Provides a dramatic presence with a full deep bass sound When WOW is enabled BBE is directly activated to further enhance the audio program SRS Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo audio signals Off Normal stereo or mono reception Press amp for a direct selection of Effect settings Simulated WOW SRS Off 20 Operating Instructions Options Menu To access the Options menu first open the Audio menu by referring to the following steps mee Options To Display To Highl
39. uctions Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your TV try the suggestions below If the problem persists contact your nearest Sony Dealer No picture no 0 Make sure the power cord is plugged in sound O Ifared light is flashing on the front of your TV for more than a few minutes disconnect and reconnect the power cord to restore the TV If the problem continues call your local service center 0 Check the TV VIDEO settings when watching TV set to TV when watching video equipment set to VIDEO page 13 Q Make sure the batteries have been inserted correctly into the remote control page 2 Q Try another channel it could be station trouble Poor or no picture 0 Adjust Picture in the Picture Controls menu under Video good sound page 19 0 Adjust Brightness in the Picture Controls menu under Video page 19 Check the antenna and or cable connections page 4 Good picture no 4 Press f so that MUTING disappears from the screen page 13 sound T Check your Audio settings Your TV may be set to Auto SAP or your Speakers might be Off page 21 No color 4 Adjust Color in the Picture Controls menu under Video page 19 Only snow appears Check the Cable setting in the Channel Setup menu page 22 on the screen QM Check the antenna and or cable connections page 4 1 Make sure the channel selected is currently broadcasting Dotted lines or O Adjust the antenna stripes Q Move the TV away from other
40. ug fully into the outlet contact your dealer J If any liquid or solid object falls into the TV unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further CAUTION When using TV games computers and similar products with your TV keep the brightness and contrast functions at low settings If a fixed non moving pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen Continuously watching the same channel can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty because they are the results of misuse This symbol is intended to alert the user to the To reduce the risk of electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accor
41. w a program that exceeds the TV rating a Press O then use the buttons to enter your password Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn Lock to Off To reactivate your Lock settings turn the TV off then back on The TV will return to the settings that you have selected 28 Operating Instructions Using the Custom Menu Before setting Custom ratings see pages 24 26 Overview of the Ratings for a description of the available rating systems Follow the instructions on the screen to make your custom settings Select the country desired for your TV s rating limit See page 25 for U S models and page 26 for Canadian models for more information Once you have blocked a rating or content all higher ratings or content will be automatically blocked 29 Using the Menus Using the Timer Menu To access the Timer menu refer to the following steps To Display To Highlight To Select MENU he h Ty Gank Move WEP Select End 5 Current Time Set your TV to the current day and time Press gt to open Current Time menu 1 Use the or Y button to enter the correct day and time then press 2 Press to exit the menu You must set the Current Time before you can use Timer 1 and Timer 2 Timer 1 and Use your timer settings to program your TV by day time duration and Timer 2 channel The timer s duration is maximum of 6 hours When the channel Schedul
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