Sony KD-34XBR970 User Manual

2-671-222-21(1)

KD-34XBR970

Operating Instructions

WARNING

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,

NE PAS OUVRIR

PRECAUCION

RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO

NO ABRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION

When using TV games, computers, and similar products with your TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen. Continuously watching the same program can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen. These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse.

Warning

The CRT in this product employs a protective film on the face. This film must not be removed as it serves a safety function and removal will increase the risk of serious injury.

Note on Caption Vision

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

Note on Cleaning the TV

Clean the TV with a soft, dry cloth. Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine, which might damage the finish of the cabinet.

Note to CATV System Installer

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

Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster/cable company and/or program owner.

To reduce the risk of e lectri c 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.

✍

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.

NOTIFICATION

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

❑ Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas. ❑ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

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

Installing

❑ To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation

openings.

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

subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

❑ The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with

hooks. Do not attempt to remove the cord from these hooks. Doing so could cause damage to the TV.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are provided on the front of this instruction manual and at the rear of the TV. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Note

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

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference.

Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual.

WARNING

To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation, use, and servicing of the set.

Use

Power Sources

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

Grounding or Polarization

This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow the instructions below:

For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug

This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.

Alternate Warning

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

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

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Always turn the set off when it is not to be used. When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard.

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.

Corrosion

Use of this TV near the seashore may subject the set to excessive salt, corrosion and internal damage and result in deterioration of the TV's performance. If the set will be subjected to these conditions, steps should be taken to reduce the humidity and temperature of the area where the TV is located.

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.

Disconnect all cables and cords from the set before attempting to move the set.

Do not allow children or pets to climb up onto, or push against, the set. The set may fall, causing serious injury.

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.

❑ 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 provide 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 National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

Antenna lead-in wire

Ground clamp

Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Electric service equipment

NEC: National Electrical Code

Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

Ground clamps

Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H)

Lightning

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

Service

Damage Requiring Service

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

❑ 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, it

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.

Trademark Information

WOW, TruSurround and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. WOW and TruSurround technology are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

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

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™)

High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

Wega, FD Trinitron, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation, CineMotion, MagicGate, Super Fine Pitch, MID, Clear Edge, ClearEdge VM and HD Detailer are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and

As an ENERGY STAR Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR efficiency. ENERGY STAR

Partner, Sony

guidelines for energy

is a U.S. registered mark.

Contents

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

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

Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega...............................................................1

Package Contents..............................................................................1

Features ............................................................................................1

Setting Up the TV

Overview .......................................................................................................3

About the AC Power Cord.................................................................3

TV Controls and Connectors.........................................................................3

Front Panel ........................................................................................3

Rear Panel .........................................................................................4

Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna...................................5

Cable or Antenna Only......................................................................5

Connecting Two RF Inputs.................................................................6

Cable Box Only..................................................................................6

Connecting Optional Equipment .................................................................7

Making Video Connections................................................................7

About Using S VIDEO ........................................................................7

VCR and Cable or Antenna................................................................8

VCR and Cable Box ...........................................................................9

Satellite Receiver..............................................................................11

Satellite Receiver and VCR ...............................................................12

DVD Player with Component Video Connectors...............................14

DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors .............................15

Camcorder ......................................................................................16

Audio Receiver ................................................................................16

DVI-Equipped Device .......................................................................17

HDMI-Equipped Device....................................................................18

Connecting a Device with Digital Audio IN Connector............................19

Setting Up the Channel List .......................................................................20

Using Initial Setup............................................................................20

Using the Remote Control

Overview .....................................................................................................21

Inserting Batteries....................................................................................... 21

Button Descriptions ....................................................................................22

Programming the Remote Control ............................................................24

Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control...........................26

All Equipment..................................................................................26

Operating a VCR .............................................................................26

Operating a Satellite Receiver .......................................................... 26

Operating a Cable Box.....................................................................27

Operating a DVD Player...................................................................27

Operating a DVD/VCR Combination Unit .........................................27

Using the Features

Using the Menu

Overview .....................................................................................................28

Watching TV ................................................................................................28

Using the Program Guide...........................................................................29

Using Screen Mode..................................................................................... 30

Using Favorites Menu.................................................................................32

Using the Favorites Menu ................................................................32

Using the Channel Settings..............................................................32

Using the Favorite Channels Guide ..................................................32

Overview .....................................................................................................33

Navigating Through Menu.........................................................................33

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

Using the Picture Settings.......................................................................... 35

Selecting Picture Options.................................................................35

Using the Sound Settings...........................................................................37

Selecting Sound Options..................................................................37

Using the Screen Settings ..........................................................................39

Selecting Screen Mode Options .......................................................39

Using the Channel Settings........................................................................40

Selecting Channel Options............................................................... 40

Using the Parental Lock Settings...............................................................42

Selecting Parental Lock Options .......................................................42

US Models:

Selecting Custom Rating Options .............................................43

Viewing Blocked Programs ..............................................................43

Canadian Models:

Selecting Custom Rating Options .............................................44

Viewing Blocked Programs ..............................................................44

Using the Setup Settings............................................................................45

Selecting Setup Options...................................................................45

Programming Caption Vision...........................................................46

Using the Applications Settings.................................................................47

Selecting Applications Options.........................................................47

Other Information

Other Info SETUP WelcomeSETUP SETUPSETUP

Glossary .......................................................................................................49

Contacting Sony..........................................................................................50

Troubleshooting..........................................................................................50

Remote Control...............................................................................50

Channels .........................................................................................50

Sound .............................................................................................51

Picture.............................................................................................51

General ...........................................................................................52

Specifications .............................................................................................. 53

Optional Accessories........................................................................53

Index ............................................................................................................54

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

Overview

This chapter describes the contents of the package in which the TV is shipped and provides an overview of the features of your Wega TV.

Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega

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

You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare from the flat picture tube. This flat-screen technology improves picture detail without distortion, unlike conventional curved screens. The FD Trinitron delivers outstanding image detail not only at the screen center, but also at the corners — so you can enjoy a bright, clear picture from any location in a room.

Package Contents Along with your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains a remote

control and two AA batteries. These items are all you need to set up and use the TV.

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

❑ Built-in Digital Television Receiver: You can watch digital

television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs. With high-definition signal reception, you can watch TV signals broadcast in HDTV for the clearest possible broadcast picture.

❑ Screen Mode: Enables you to resize the picture. ❑ DRC

❑ Favorites Menu: Allows you to select from 16 of your favorite

(Digital Reality Creation) Multifunction: Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal’s NTSC waveform with the near-HD equivalent, while doubling the number of vertical and horizontal lines. This results in four times the density for quality sources, such as DVD, satellite, and digital camcorders. The Picture Settings allow you to select interlaced, progressive, or CineMotion™ output.

channels.

❑ ClearEdge VM

™

Velocity Modulation: Sharpens picture

definition by enhancing vertical lines.

❑ Steady Sound

: Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent

output between programs and commercials.

❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD

(480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (HD1080i, 720p) connections.

❑ HD Detailer

™

: Wideband video amplifier has a high bandwidth frequency rating, which allows it to send more video information to the screen, resulting in finer picture quality, especially for HD sources.

❑ CineMotion

™

: Inverse 3-2 pulldown processing provides optimal picture quality for film-based sources (media originally shot in 24 frames-per-second format).

❑ Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block

unsuitable programming from younger viewers.

❑ 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 settop box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus two-channel digital audio.

❑ BBE: Gives sound more impact by using audio technology to

compensate for phase effects in speakers.

SETUP SETUP WelcomeSETUP SETUPSETUP

Introducing

Setting Up the TV

Overview

This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV.

About the AC Power Cord

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

✍

Do not plug in the AC power cord until you have made all other connections.

AC power cord

TV Controls and Connectors

Front Panel

S VIDEO

Item Description

1 S VIDEO

VIDEO 2 INPUT

2 VIDEO/L(MONO)-AUDIO-R

VIDEO 2 INPUT

3 MENU

VIDEO 2 INPUT

L(MONO) – AUDIO – R

VIDEO

Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. Provides better picture quality than composite video (

Connects to the composite A/V output jacks on your camcorder or other video equipment.

Press to display the Menu. Press again to exit from the Menu. For details, see “Using the Menu” on page 33.

V v B b

4 5

6 TV/VIDEO 7 -VOLUME + 8 -CHANNEL+

9 TIMER/STAND BY LED

Press

V v B b

Press to select an item in the TV’s Menu.

Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV’s video inputs.

Press to adjust the volume.

Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through channels, press and hold down

CHANNEL

either

Blinks when the TV is turned on, then shuts off when the picture is displayed. If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the TV needs service (see “Contacting Sony” on page 50). When lit, indicates one of the timers is set. When the timer is set, this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For details, see page 47.

0 Infrared Receiver (IR) qa POWER

Receives IR signals from the TV’s remote control.

Press to turn on and off the TV.

to move the TV’s on-screen cursor.

button.

You c a n de t a c h the cord from this hook

CHANNEL

VOLUME

TV/VIDEO

;

STAND BY

TIMER

POWER

Rear Panel

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OUT

PCM/ DOLBY DIGITAL

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OUT

PCM/ DOLBY DIGITAL

Jack

Description

1 S VIDEO IN 1/3 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has

S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than either composite video (2) or VHF/UHF (7) connections.

2 VIDEO IN 1/3

VIDEO/L(MONO)

-AUDIO-R

Connect to the composite A/V output jacks on your VCR or other video component. A third composite A/V input jack (VIDEO 2) is located on the front panel of the TV. This video connection provides better picture quality than the VHF/UHF (7) connection.

3 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT

(DOLBY DIGITAL PCM)

Connect to the Digital audio input of an audio component that is Dolby* Digital and PCM compatible.

4 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment.

You can use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.

5 HD/DVD IN 4/5

(1080i/720p/480p/480i)

Connect to your DVD player’s or digital set-top box’s component video (YP

BPR

)

and audio (L/R) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than 1,

2, or 7).

6 HDMI

(VIDEO 6 IN)

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, alldigital 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.

7 VHF/UHF RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable box.

* Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna

Cable or Antenna Only

The way in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR.

For best results, use one of the following connections if you are connecting a cable or an antenna and you:

❑ Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels. (If you have a

cable box, see page 6.)

❑ Do not intend to connect a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 8

and 9.)

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 or VHF/UHF or Cable

300-ohm twin lead cable

Cable Type Connect As Shown

VHF Only or UHF Only or

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm twin lead cable

combined VHF/UHF

VHF/UHF

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Antenna connector (not supplied)

75-ohm coaxial and 300-ohm twin lead cable

Cable Type Connect As Shown

VHF and UHF

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm twin lead cable

U/V mixer

(not supplied)

VHF/UHF

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.

A/B

Cable

Antenna

RF Switch

A B

Use the A-B selector to switch between the over-the-air signals and the cable signals. Then set the

On or Off, as described on page 40.

Cable setting in the Channel Settings to

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

simple splitter.

Cable Box Only For best results, use this connection if:

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 8 and 9.)

With this connection you can:

❑

Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box.)

(Rear of TV)

VHF/UHF

To connect the cable box

1 Connect the CATV cable to the cable box’s input jack. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the

TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

CATV

cable

Coaxial cable

OUT

Cable box

VHF/UHF

3 Run Auto Program, as described in “Setting Up the Channel List”

on page 20.

Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4)

and then use the cable box to switch channels.

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Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable box

Activate the remote control to operate the cable box

Program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on page 24.

Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.

Connecting Optional Equipment

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OUT

Making Video Connections

Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment:

Your TV includes several types of video inputs. When connecting your TV, use the outputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance, as described below.

Best Video Performance

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

Component video

S VIDEO

Composite video

RF/Coaxial

Good Video Performance

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About Using SVIDEO

Example of an S VIDEO Connection

Equipment with S VIDEO

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

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

Audio cable

VCR and Cable or

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OUT

PCM/ DOLBY DIGITALAL

Antenna

Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7.

For best results, use this connection if:

❑

Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box.

To connect the VCR and Cable or Antenna

1 Connect the CATV cable or Antenna to the VCR’s input jack. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR’s output jack to the TV’s

VHF/UHF jack.

3 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the

TV’s A/V input jacks.

4 Run Auto Program, as described in “Setting Up the Channel List”

on page 20.

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OUT

PCM/ DOLBY DIGIT

Coaxial cable

VCR

CATV cable/antenna

Cables are often

A/V cable

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the

illustration).

Watch cable channels Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input.

Set up the TV remote control to operate the VCR

Activate the TV remote control to operate the VCR

Control VCR functions with

If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 24-25.

Press VCR/DVD FUNCTION.

See “Operating a VCR” on page 26.

the TV remote control

Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected

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See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 45.

to the TV

VCR and Cable Box For best results, use this connection if:

❑

Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels.

With this connection you can:

❑

Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box; see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 24.)

❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly

into the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (The TV’s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box.)

❑ Record channels coming through the cable box and channels

coming directly into the TV.

To connect a VCR and cable box, you need:

❑

A splitter, which is a small, inexpensive device that you can purchase at your local electronics store.

❑ Four coaxial cables.

❑ Two A/V cables or two S VIDEO cable with audio cables.

To connect the VCR and cable box

1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter’s two output

jacks to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter’s other output jack to

the cable box’s input jack.

4 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the

VCR’s RF input jack.

5 Use an A/V cable to connect the cable box’s A/V output jacks to

Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7.

the TV’s A/V input jacks.

6 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the

TV’s A/V input jacks.

7 Run Auto Program, as described in “Setting Up the Channel List”

on page 20.

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Coaxial

cable

Coaxial

cable

Splitter

(not supplied)

CATV cable

Cable box

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

Coaxial

A/V cable

cable

VCR

A/V cable

Notes on Using This Connection

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Watch cable (unscrambled)

Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input.

channels

Watch cable box (scrambled) channels

Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable box input (VIDEO 3 in the illustration). Use the cable box to change channels.

Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the

illustration).

Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable box or

If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 24-25.

VCR

Activate the remote control to operate the cable box or VCR

Control specific cable box and

For the cable box, press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION. For the VCR, press VCR/DVD

FUNCTION.

See “Operating a Cable Box” on page 27 and “Operating a VCR” on page 26. VCR functions with the TV remote control

Label video inputs to easily

See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 45. identify equipment connected to the TV

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Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver

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AUDIO

OUT

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1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s

Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7.

satellite input jack.

2 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver’s A/V output

jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks.

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

CABLE jack.

4 Run Auto Program, as described in “Setting Up the Channel List”

on page 20.

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Satellite receiver

A/V cable

CATV cable/antenna

Satellite antenna cable

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Watch the satellite receiver Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the satellite receiver input

(VIDEO 1 in the illustration).

Set up the TV remote control to operate the satellite receiver

If you have a non-Sony satellite receiver, you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 24-25.

Activate the TV remote control to operate

Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.

the satellite receiver

Control satellite receiver functions with the

See “Operating a Satellite Receiver” on page 26.

TV remote control

Label video inputs to easily identify

See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 45.

equipment connected to the TV

Satellite Receiver

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AUDIO

OUT

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and VCR

Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7.

To connect a satellite receiver and VCR

1 Connect the CATV cable or Antenna to the single (input) jack of

the splitter.

2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter’s two output

jacks to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter’s other output jack to

the satellite receiver’s VHF/UHF input jack.

4 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s

satellite input jack.

5 Use a coaxial cable to connect the satellite receiver’s VHF/UHF

output jack to the VCR’s VHF/UHF input jack.

6 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver’s A/V output

jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks.

7 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the

TV’s A/V input jacks.

8 Run Auto Program, as described in “Setting Up the Channel List”

on page 20.

CATV cable/antenna

Splitter

(not supplied)

Satellite antenna cable

Coaxial

cable

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OUT

PCM/ DOLBY DIGIT

Coaxial

cable

A/V cable

Coaxial

cable

Satellite receiver

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

VCR

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A/V cable

Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Watch the satellite receiver Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 3 in the

illustration).

Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the input to which the VCR is connected

(VIDEO 1 in the illustration).

Set up the TV remote control to operate the satellite receiver or VCR

Activate the TV remote control to operate the satellite receiver or VCR

Control satellite receiver and VCR functions with the TV remote control

Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV

If you have a non-Sony VCR or satellite receiver, you must program the

remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 24-25.

For the satellite receiver, press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION. For the VCR, press

VCR/DVD FUNCTION.

See “Operating a Satellite Receiver” and “Operating a VCR” on page 26.

See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 45.

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