Sony KD-27FS130 Operating Instructions

Connecting Additional Equipment

Operating Instructions

2-591-502-22(3)

KD-27FS130 KD-32FS130 KD-36FS130

User Guide

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture.

✍

Pursuant to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,

NE PAS OUVRIR

PRECAUCION

RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO

NO ABRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Note to the CATV Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

❏ Operate the TV only on 120 V AC. ❏ One blade of the power plug is wider than the other for

safety purposes and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

❏ If any liquid or solid object falls int o 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 yo ur warranty because they are the results of misuse.

NOTIFICATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❏ Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas. ❏ Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

❏ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

Protecting the TV

❏ To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the

ventilation openings.

❏ Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place

subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

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.

Note

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 television programming in your area depends on the type of programming and signal provided by your cable service provider.

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.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual.

WARNING

To guard again st injury, the following b asic safety precautions should be observed in the installation, use, and servicing of the set.

Use Power Sources

This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial/model plate. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

Grounding or Polarization

This set may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

For the set with a three-wire grounding type AC plug

This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock. Always turn the set off when it is not to be used. When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard. 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 cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards. 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 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.

Ventila tion

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 provided.

• Do not place the set near or over a

radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Power-Cord Protection

Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse.

Antennas Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.

WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.

Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Antenna Grounding According to the NEC

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

ANTENNA LEAD IN

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H)

Lightning

For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power-line surges.

Service Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

When the power cord or plug

•

is damaged or frayed.

• If liquid 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

Do not attempt to service the set yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. When the set reaches the end of its useful life, improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the set.

Trademarks and Copyrights

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.

SRS and the ( )® symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

WEGA, FD Trinitron and Steady Sound are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP 4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

Contents

Introduction

Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA

Features ...................................................... 7

About this Manual ........................................... 8

Batteries for the Remote Control ................... 8

Front Panel Menu Controls ............................8

Using the Remote Control

Remote Control Description ...........................9

Programming the Remote Control ..............11

Using your TV Remote Control with Other

Equipment................................................13

Connecting Your TV

TV Rear Panel ................................................15

Basic Connections ..........................................16

Connecting Additional Equipment ............. 17

Setting Up the TV........................................27

Using the Digital Features

Overview .........................................................29

Tuning to a Digital Channel .........................29

Using the Digital Program Guide ................30

Using the Screen Mode Feature ...................32

Using Digital Favorite Channels..................33

Using the Analog Menus

Overview ........................................................ 35

Menu Descriptions ........................................ 35

Using the Remote Control to

Navigate the On-Screen

Analog Menus......................................... 37

Using the Video Menu ................................. 38

Using the Audio Menu ................................ 39

Using the Channel Setup Menu ................. 41

Using the Parental Control Menu .............. 43

Parental Control ......................................... 44

United States:

Selecting Custom Rating Options .... 46

Canada:

Selecting Custom Rating Options .... 48

Using the Timer Menu ................................. 49

Using the Setup Menu ................................. 50

Using the Digital Features Menu ............... 51

Using the Digital Menus

Overview ........................................................ 53

Menu Descriptions ........................................ 53

Using the Remote Control to

Navigate the On-Screen

Digital Menus.......................................... 54

Displaying Digital Menus ............................ 54

Using the Digital Channels Menu ............... 55

Using the Digital Setup Menu .................... 57

Other Information

Troubleshooting............................................. 59

Specifications.................................................. 63

Index....................................................... 65

Introduction

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

Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features

Some of the features you will enjoy include:

❏ FD Trinitron Flat CRT — Delivers a picture with uncompromising accuracy and

outstanding image detail via a technologically advanced tube.

❏ Analog and Digital Receivers — Built-in tuners allow you to receive both analog (NTSC)

and digital (ATSC and clear-QAM) programming. Digital programming is available via terrestrial signals (over-the-air) or unscrambled cable signals provided by your cable company. (Contact your cable provider for details of digital cable programming availability and restrictions.)

❏ Wide Screen Mode — Watch digital 16:9 (widescreen) broadcasts in their original

widescreen format, or zoom to fill the 4:3 aspect ratio screen.

❏ Y PB PR Inputs — Provides component video inputs for superior picture quality

(480i only).

❏ BBE — Gives sound more impact by using audio technology to compensate for phase

effects in speakers.

❏ SRS — Produces a dynamic three-dimensional sound for stereo programs. ❏ Parental Control (V-Chip) — Helps parents monitor what their children watch on TV by

establishing rating limits.

❏ ClearEdge VM — Sharpens picture definition to give objects a crisp, clean edge. ❏ Favorite Channels — Enables you to set up separate Favorite Channel lists for analog and

digital channels.

❏ Digital Program Guide — Select digital channels from an on-screen program guide. ❏ Universal Remote Control — Operates your connected cable box, VCR, digital satellite

receiver, DVD player, or DVD/VCR combination unit.

❏ ENERGY STAR ❏ Front Panel Controls — Allows access to the on-screen menus without the use of a remote

control.

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

equipment.

— Meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Introduction

About this Manual

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

Introduction

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

avoid possible damage from battery leakage.

Front Panel Menu Controls

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

❏ Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. ❏ Use the F and f buttons on the front Audio/Video panel instead of your remote control. ❏ Use the button on the front Audio/Video panel to navigate through the menus, then

select an item. The front panel controls also allow you to change your channels

-CHANNEL+), adjust the volume (-VOLUME+), and change video inputs (TV/VIDEO).

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✍ To navigate the menus with your remote control, see pages 37 and 54.

Using the Remote Control

Remote Control Description

Button Description

MUTING Press to turn off the sound. Press again or press VOL+

C D

5 6 7 8

JUMP

SLEEP

ANALOG / DIGITAL

EXIT

SCREEN FAVORITES

MODE

TV/SAT

qj qk ql

to restore sound.

SYSTEM

OFF

TV/VCR/DVD Press to change the VHF/UHF output of the VCR (or

JUMP Press to jump back and forth between the current

SLEEP Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in

EXIT Press to exit menus and other on-screen displays.

PICTURE

MODE

SCREEN

MODE

ANALOG

/DIGITAL

RESET Press to return to factory settings while in an

VOL

(volume)

CODE SET Press to program your remote control to operate

Press to turn off the equipment programmed into the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on page 11. This button does not work with DVD/VCR combo units, and may not work with older Sony equipment.

DVD/VCR combination unit). If you have a non-Sony VCR or DVD, you will need to program the remote control to recognize your VCR or DVD. For details, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 11.

channel and the last channel that you selected does not switch between analog and digital channels.)

minutes (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically. Cancel by pressing until Sleep Off appears.

Press repeatedly to step through the available video picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, and Pro. Also available in the Video menu. See “Using the Video Menu” on page 38 for details.

Press to toggle among the Screen Mode options. For details on using Screen Mode, see page 32. Also available in the Digital Setup menu (see page 57).

Use with 0-9 and channels (for example, 2.1). For details on selecting digital channels, see page 29.

Press to switch between analog and digital tuning modes.

on-screen menu.

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

connected video equipment. See “Programming the Remote Control” on page 11.

ENTER

buttons to select digital

Remote Control

. (JUMP

D Indicates feature available only in digital tuning mode.

Button Description

POWER

buttons

FUNCTION

buttons

VCR/DVD

(operating)

and

(to record)

m Rewind.

Remote Control

M Fast-forward.

x Stop.

TV/VIDEO Press to cycle through available video inputs.

TV/SAT Press to switch between the TV and SAT (satellite)

DISPLAY Press once to display the current time (if set) and the

FAVORI TES

0 9

ENTER GUIDE D Press to display the digital program guide. For

MENU Press to display and exit the analog menu. For details,

CH (channel)

Press to turn on and off the TV and other audio/video equipment you have programmed into the remote control. For instructions, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 11.

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

Press to operate your VCR or DVD. The VCR or DVD must be programmed into the remote control. For instructions, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 11.

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

Play.

Pause. Press again to resume normal playback.

inputs when in SAT FUNCTION mode.

Press for a direct selection of Effect settings (Simulated, SRS, Off) when the remote is in TV FUNCTION mode. See “Using the Audio Menu” on page 39 for details.

program status such as channel number, Channel Label (if set), video input, Video Label (if set), and Info Banner (if set). Press again to turn off the display.

Press to display the analog or digital Favorite Channels list, depending on the current tuning mode (analog or digital).

and

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

details, see page 30.

Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the onscreen menus. Press the center button to select an option. (If no menu or display is shown, pressing the center button displays the Favorite Channels list.)

see page 35. (To display the digital menu, see page 54.)

Press to change analog or digital channels, depending on the current tuning mode (analog or digital). To scan rapidly through the channels, press and hold down the

CH+

CH-

button.

D Indicates feature available only in digital tuning mode.

✍ If you lose your remote control, see page 60.

Programming the Remote Control

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

1 Check the list of “Manufacturer’s Codes” on page 12 and find the three-digit code number

for the manufacturer of your component. If more than one code number is listed, use the number listed first.

2 Press .

✍ The and FUNCTION button flash when you press .

3 Press or FUNCTION button to indicate the type of component you want to

program with the remote control.

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

Remote Control

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

0 9

5 Press . 6 To check if the code number works, aim the TV’s remote control at the component and

press the green component. If it responds, you are done. If not try using another code listed for that manufacturer.

POWER button (VCR/DVD, SAT/CABLE) that corresponds with that

✍ If you have problems programming your remote control, see the remote control troubleshooting

section on page 60.

Manufacturer’s Codes

VCRs

Manufacturer Code

Sony 301, 302, 303

Admiral (M. Ward)

Aiwa 338, 344

Audio Dynamic 314, 337

Broksonic 319, 317

Canon 309, 308

Citizen 332

Craig 302, 332

Criterion 315

Curtis Mathes 304, 338, 309

Daewoo 341, 312, 309

DBX 314, 336, 337

Remote Control

Dimensia 304

Emerson 319, 320, 316, 317,

Fisher 330, 335

Funai 338

General Electric 329, 304, 309

Go Video 322, 339, 340

Goldstar 332

Hitachi 306, 304, 305, 338

Instant Replay 309, 308

JC Penney 309, 305, 304, 330,

JVC 314, 336, 337, 345,

Kenwood 314, 336, 332, 337

LXI (Sears) 332, 305, 330, 335,

Magnavox 308, 309, 310

Marantz 314, 336, 337

Marta 332

Memorex 309, 335

Minolta 305, 304

Mitsubishi/ MGA

Multitech 325, 338, 321

NEC 314, 336, 337

Olympic 309, 308

Optimus 327

Panasonic 308, 309, 306, 307

Pentax 305, 304

327

318, 341

314, 336, 337

346, 347

338

323, 324, 325, 326

Philco 308, 309

Philips 308, 309, 310

Pioneer 308

Quasar 308, 309, 306

RCA/PROSCAN 304, 305, 308, 309,

Realistic 309, 330, 328, 335,

Sansui 314

Samsung 322, 313, 321

Sanyo 330, 335

Scott 312, 313, 321, 335,

Sharp 327, 328

Shintom 315

Signature 2000 (M. Ward)

SV2000 338

Sylvania 308, 309, 338, 310

Symphonic 338

Tashiro 332

Tatung 314, 336, 337

Teac 314, 336, 338, 337

Technics 309, 308

Toshiba 312, 311

Wards 327, 328, 335, 331,

Yamaha 314, 330, 336, 337

Zenith 331

311, 312, 313, 310, 329

324, 338

323, 324, 325, 326

338, 327

332

Laserdisc Players

Manufacturer Code

Sony 701

Panasonic 704, 710

Pioneer 702

DVD/VCR Combination Units

Manufacturer Code

Sony 601

Broksonic 605

JVC 604

Panasonic 609

Samsung 603

Toshiba 602

DVD Players

Manufacturer Code

Sony 751

Hitachi 758

JVC 756

Magnavox 757

Mitsubishi 761

Onkyo 762

Oritron 759

Panasonic 753

Philips 757

Pioneer 752

RCA 755

Samsung 758

Tos hiba 75 4

Zenith 760

Cable Boxes

Manufacturer Code

Sony 230

Hamlin/Regal 222, 223, 224, 225,

Jerrold/G.I./ Motorola

Oak 227, 228, 229

Panasonic 219, 220, 221

Pioneer 211, 214, 215

Scientific Altanta 209, 210, 211

Toc om 216, 217

Zenith 212, 213

226

201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 218

Satellite Receivers

Manufacturer Code

Sony 801

DIRECT TV 809

Dish Network 810

Echostar 810

General Electric 802

Hitachi 805

Hughes 804

Mitsubishi 809

Panasonic 803

Philips 811

RCA/PROSCAN 802, 808

Samsung 812

Tos hiba 80 6, 807

Using your TV Remote Control with Other Equipment

Operating a VCR

Press To

Activate the remote control to operate the VCR (

FUNCTION button)

ENTER

0 9

or ,

(using tuner)

and

(Simultaneously)

Operating a DVD Player

Press To

ENTER

0 9

Power on/off the VCR (

VCR/DVD green button)

Change channels

Play video tape Stop Rewind or Fast-forward a video tape Pause Record

Switch between VCR and TV inputs

Activate the remote control to operate the DVD (

Power on/off the DVD (

VCR/DVD green button)

FUNCTION button)

Select chapters

Search chapters forward or backward

Play DVD Stop Pause Search the picture forward or backward during playback Display the DVD menu

Remote Control

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

Switch between DVD and TV inputs

Operating a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

Press To

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

FUNCTION button)

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

0 9

or ,

(using tuner)

ENTER

Change channels

Change back to previous channel

Display channel number (satellite receiver)

SAT/CABLE green

Remote Control

Display SAT guide (satellite receiver)

Display SAT menu (satellite receiver)

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

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

Operating a DVD/VCR Combination Unit

Press To

Activate the remote control to operate the button)

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

When the VCR is not playing, this button switches between the DVD player and VCR’s tuner

Display the DVD menu

Play Stop Pause

Rewind or fast-forward a video tape (VCR) Search the picture forward or backward during playback (DVD)

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

DVD/VCR (FUNCTION

VCR/DVD green

(Simultaneously)

(using tuner)

and

0 9

or ,

ENTER

Record (VCR)

Change channels (VCR)

Connecting Your TV

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

TV Rear Panel

Connections

Jack Description

1 VHF/UHF This input connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable. 2 S VIDEO This input connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your VCR or

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

3 VIDEO/AUDIO

L(MONO), R

Y PB PR/ L, R

5 AUDIO OUT

(VAR/FIX) L(MONO), R

This input connects to the AUDIO/VIDEO output jacks on your VCR or other video equipment. A third video input jack (VIDEO 2) is located on the front panel of the TV. These AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks provide better picture quality than the VHF/UHF jack.

This input connects to the component video Y PB PR and AUDIO L, R jacks on your DVD player or digital set-top box (480i only).

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

Basic Connections

TV with Cable, Indoor, or Outdoor Antenna

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

Use option A to connect the TV to a cable system or an antenna with a 75-ohm cable (usually built into newer homes).

Connections

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

Use option B to connect the TV to a dipole antenna, also known as a “rabbit ears antenna“ (usually found in older homes).

✍ If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna, you may need to adjust the orientation of the

antenna for the best reception.

Connecting Two RF Inputs

If you want to watch RF signals for both antenna (over-the-air) and cable broadcast signals, you’ll need to use an optional A-B switch for RF inputs (not supplied), as shown below.

Use the A-B selector to switch between the over-the-air signals and the cable signals. Then set the Cable setting in the Channel Setup menu to On or Off, as described on page 41.

Cable

Antenna

A/B

RF Switch

A B

✍ For best results, be sure to use an RF switch, as shown above, instead of a simple splitter.

Connecting Additional Equipment

Connecting a TV and VCR

Rear of TV

VCR

LINE

From cable/antenna

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.

VIDEO

AUDIO L AUDIO R LINE OUT

Optional connection

Audio R (red)

Audio L (white)

Video (yellow)

Connections

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/VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.

❏ For better picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow video cable. S VIDEO does

not provide sound, so you still must connect the audio cables.

Using your TV with this connection

❏ Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR (see “Programming the Remote

Control” on page 11).

❏

To activate your remote, press the

FUNCTION

button to operate your VCR. In order to do this, first program your remote control, then use the Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 41).

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

(local channels).

Connecting a TV and Cable Box

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

Cable box

VIDEO

AUDIO L AUDIO R

LINE OUT

From cable/ antenna

Connections

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

Rear of TV

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

VHF/UHF jack on your TV.

Using your TV with this connection

❏ Program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box. ❏ To activate your remote, press the FUNCTION button to operate your cable box. Then

--9 buttons or CH+/- buttons to change the channels. In order to do this, first program

use your remote control, then use the Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 41).

Connecting a TV, VCR, and Cable Box

✍ DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS: If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a special bi-

directional splitter (5-900 Mhz minimum) that is designed to work with your digital cable box.

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

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

scrambled signal

❏ change channels through your TV

Rear of TV

VCR

LINE IN

VIDEO

AUDIO L AUDIO R LINE OUT

Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red)

Connections

Cable box

Cable

Splitter

VIDEO

AUDIO L AUDIO R LINE OUT

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

connection.

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

(not supplied) to:

a) the IN jack on your cable box

b) the VHF/UHF jack on the TV

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

on your VCR.

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

AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.

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

box to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.

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