Sony KDL-20S2000, KDL-20S2020 User Manual

LCD Digital Colour TV

2-685-333-42(1)

LCD Digital Colour TV

KDL-20S2020 KDL-20S2000

Printed in Spain

DIGITAL

2-685-333-42(1)

KDL-20S2020 KDL-20S2000

Operating Instructions

Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety information” section of this manual. Retain this manual for future reference.

Инструкция по эксплуатации

Перед включением телевизора прочтите раздел “Сведения по безопасности” этого руководства. Сохраняйте данное руководство для справок в будущем.

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For useful information about Sony products

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Szczegółowe informacje o produktach Sony

Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Notice for Digital TV function

• Any functions related to Digital TV ( ) will only work in countries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial signals are broadcasted. Please confirm with your local dealer if you can receive a DVB-T signal where you live.

• Although this TV set follows DVB-T specifications, compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.

• Some Digital TV functions may not be available in some countries.

Trademark information

• is a registered trademark of the DVB Project

• Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the following US patents: 5510752, 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

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

• This TV incorporates

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

Table of Contents

Start-up Guide 4

Safety information.....................................................................................................................7

Precautions.............................................................................................................................10

Overview of the remote...........................................................................................................11

Overview of the TV buttons and indicators........................................................................12

Watching TV

Watching TV............................................................................................................................13

Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Using the Favourite list

Viewing pictures from connected equipment ..........................................................................18

................................................................................................ 17

..........................................15

Using MENU Functions

Navigating through menus......................................................................................................19

Picture Adjustment menu........................................................................................................20

Sound Adjustment menu.........................................................................................................21

Features menu........................................................................................................................23

Set-up menu............................................................................................................................25

Digital Set-up menu

......................................................................................................28

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting optional equipment...............................................................................................30

Additional Information

Specifications..........................................................................................................................32

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................33

Index .......................................................................................................................................35

: for digital channels only

Start-up Guide

1: Checking the accessories

Remote RM-ED007 (1)

Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)

Cable holder (1)

Support belt (1) and screws (2)

2: Connecting an aerial/ VCR

onnecting an aerial only

Coaxial cable (not supplied)

To insert batteries into the remote

Connecting an aerial and VCR

Notes

• Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.

• Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Certain regions may regulate disposal of the battery. Please consult your local authority.

• Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and new batteries.

• Handle the remote with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind onto it.

• Do not place the remote in a location near a heat source, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, or in a damp room.

RF lead

(not supplied)

Scart lead (not supplied)

VCR

3: Bundling the cables 4: Preventing the TV

Start-up Guide

from toppling over

Selecting the language

and country/region

Continued

3,4

1 Connect the TV to your mains socket

(220-240V AC, 50Hz).

2 Press 1 on the TV (top side).

When you switch on the TV for the first time, the Language menu appears on the screen. When the TV is in standby mode (the indicator on the TV (front) is red), press "/1 on the remote to switch on the TV.

1 (standby)

3 Press F/f to select the language

displayed on the menu screens, then press

Auto Start Up

Language

Country

6: Auto-tuning the TV

After selecting the language and country/region, a message confirming the TV start auto-tuning appears on the screen. The TV will now search for and store all available TV channels.

Select:

Confirm:

4 Press F/f to select the country/region in

which you will operate the TV, then press

Auto Start Up

Language

Country

Select:

If the country/region in which you want to use the TV does not appear in the list, select “-” instead of a country/region. The message confirming the TV start auto-tuning appears on the screen, then go to “6: Auto-tuning the TV”.

Confirm:

1 Press .

Back:

The TV starts searching for all available digital channels, followed by all available analogue channels. This may take some time, please be patient and do not press any buttons on the TV or remote.

If a message appears for you to confirm the aerial connections

No digital or analogue channels were found. Check all the aerial connections and press to start auto-tuning again.

Start:

Cancel:

2 When the Programme Sorting menu

appears on the screen, follow the steps of “Programme Sorting” (page 25).

If you do not wish to change the order in which the analogue channels are stored on the TV, go to step

3 Press MENU to exit.

The TV has now tuned in all the available channels.

Safety information

Mains lead

• Observe the followings to prevent the mains lead being damaged. If the mains lead is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. – When you disconnect the mains

lead, disconnect it from the mains socket first.

– Be sure to grasp the plug when

disconnecting the mains lead. Do not pull on the mains lead itself.

– Do not pinch, bend, or twist the

mains lead excessively. The core conductors may be exposed or

broken. – Do not modify the mains lead. – Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead. – Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.

• If you damage the mains lead, stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service centre to exchange it.

• Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.

• Use only an original Sony mains lead, not other brands.

Mains socket

Do not use a poor fitting mains socket. Insert the plug fully into the mains socket. A poor fit may cause arcing and result in a fire. Contact your electrician to have the mains socket changed.

Cleaning the mains plug

Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may deteriorate and result in a fire.

Overloading

This TV set is designed to operate on a 220–240 V AC supply only. Take care not to connect too many appliances to the same mains socket as this could result in fire or electric shock.

When not in use

• If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set should be disconnected from the mains for environmental and safety reasons.

• The TV set is not disconnected from the mains when the TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set completely, pull the plug from the mains. However, some TV sets may have features which need the TV set to be left in standby to work correctly. The instructions in this manual will inform you if this applies.

Carrying

• Before carrying the TV set, disconnect all the cables from the TV set.

• When you carry the TV set by hand, hold the TV set as illustrated on the right. When lifting the TV set or moving the panel of the TV set, hold it firmly from the bottom. If you do not do so, the TV set may fall and be damaged or cause serious injury.

• When transporting it, do not subject the TV set to jolts or excessive vibration. The TV set may fall and be damaged or cause serious injury.

• If the TV set has been dropped or damaged, have it checked immediately by qualified service personnel.

• When you carry the TV set in for repair or when you move it, pack it using the original carton and packing material.

Placement

• The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains socket.

• Place the TV set on a stable, level surface. Do not hang anything on the TV set. If you do, the TV set may fall from the stand, causing damage or serious injury.

• Do not install the TV set in places subject to extreme temperature, for example in direct sunlight, or near a radiator, or heating vent. If the TV set is exposed to extreme temperature, the TV set may overheat and cause deformation of the casing or cause the TV set to malfunction.

• Do not install the TV set in a place exposed to direct air conditioning. If the TV set is installed in such a location, moisture may condense inside and may cause a malfunction.

• Never place the TV set in hot, oily, humid or excessively dusty places.

• Do not install the TV set where insects may enter.

• Do not install the TV set where it may be exposed to mechanical vibration.

• Do not install the TV set in a location where it may protrude, such as on or behind a pillar, or where you might bump your head on it. Otherwise, it may result in injury.

• Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.

• If you use the TV set near the seashore, salt may corrode metal parts of the TV set and cause internal damage or fire.

Continued

Ventilation

• Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the cabinet. It may cause overheating and result in a fire.

• Unless proper ventilation is provided, the TV set may gather dust and get dirty. For proper ventilation, observe the following: – Do not install the TV set turned backwards or sideways. – Do not install the TV set turned over or upside down. – Do not install the TV set on a shelf or in a closet. – Do not place the TV set on a rug or bed. – Do not cover the TV set with cloth, such as curtains, or

items such as newspapers, etc.

• Leave some space around the TV set as shown below. Otherwise, air-circulation may be inadequate and cause overheating, which may cause a fire or damage to the TV set.

30 cm

10 cm 10 cm 15 cm

Medical institutions

Do not place this TV set in a place where medical equipment is in use. It may cause a malfunction of medical instruments.

Outdoor use

• Do not install this TV set outdoors. If the TV set is exposed to rain, it may result in a fire or an electrical shock.

• If this TV set is exposed to direct sunlight, the TV set may heat up and it may damage the TV set.

Vehicle, Ships and other vessels

• Do not install this TV set in a vehicle. The motion of the vehicle may cause the TV set to fall down and cause injury.

• Do not install this TV set on a ship or other vessel. If the TV set is exposed to seawater, it may cause a fire or damage the TV set.

Leave at least this much space.

• Never install the TV set as follows:

Air circulation is blocked.

Wall Wall

Air circulation is blocked.

Optional accessories

Observe the following when installing the TV set using a stand or wall-mount bracket. If you do not do so, the TV set may fall and cause serious injury.

• If the TV set is to be installed on a wall, have the installation carried out by qualified service personnel. Improper installation may render the TV set unsafe.

• Secure the TV set properly, following the instructions supplied with your stand when installing the TV set.

• Be sure to attach the brackets supplied with your stand.

Wiring

• When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your safety.

• Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may damage the TV set.

Water and moisture

• Do not use this TV set near water – for example, near a bathtub or shower room. Also do not expose to rain, moisture or smoke. This may result in a fire or an electric shock.

• Do not touch the mains lead and the TV set with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock or damage to the TV set.

Moisture and flammable objects

• Do not place any objects on the TV set. The TV set shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the TV set.

• To prevent fire, keep flammable objects or naked lights (e.g. candles) away from the TV set.

• If any liquid or solid object does fall through openings in the cabinet, do not operate the TV set. It may result in an electric shock or damage to the TV set. Have it checked immediately by qualified service personnel.

Lightning storms

For your own safety, do not touch any part of the TV set, mains lead, or aerial lead during lightning storms.

Broken pieces

• Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may break by the impact and cause serious injury.

• If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you have unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock may result.

Servicing

Dangerously high Voltage are present inside the TV set. Do not open the cabinet. Entrust the TV set to qualified service personnel only.

Small accessories removal and fittable

Keep small accessories out of children’s reach.

Precautions

Viewing the TV

• To view the TV comfortably, the recommended viewing position is from four to seven times the screen’s vertical length away from the TV set.

• To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight. If possible, use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling.

• View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or during long period of time, strains your eyes.

Volume adjustment

• Adjust the volume so as not to trouble your neighbours. Sound carries very easily at night time. Therefore, closing the windows or using headphones is suggested.

• When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.

LCD Screen

• Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a structural property of the LCD screen and is not a malfunction.

• Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD screen may be damaged.

• If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the picture or the picture may become dark. This does not indicate a failure. These phenomena disappear as the temperature rises.

• Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.

• The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use. This is not a malfunction.

• The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal and mercury. The fluorescent tube used in this TV set also contains mercury. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for disposal.

Handling and cleaning the screen surface/cabinet of the TV set

Be sure to unplug the mains lead connected to the TV set from mains socket before cleaning. To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation, observe the following precautions.

• Do not push on the screen, scratch it with a hard object, or throw anything at it. The screen may be damaged.

• Do not touch the display panel after operating the TV set continuously for a long period as the display panel becomes hot.

• We recommend that the screen surface be touched as little as possible.

• To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.

• Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl

materials may result in damage to the screen surface and cabinet material.

• The ventilation holes can accumulate dust over time. To ensure proper ventilation, we recommend removing the dust periodically (once a month) using a vacuum cleaner.

• If the angle of the TV set is to be adjusted, steady the base of the stand with your hand to prevent the TV set from becoming separated from the stand. Be careful not to get your fingers caught between the TV set and the stand.

Optional Equipments

• Do not install optional components too close to the TV set. Keep optional components at least 30 cm away from the TV set. If a VCR is installed in front of the TV set or beside the TV set, the picture may become distorted.

• Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the TV set is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.

Disposal of the TV set

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable

collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Overview of the remote

1 "/1 – TV standby

Switches off the TV temporarily and on from standby mode.

2 – Screen mode (page 14) 3 Coloured buttons

• In digital mode (page 15, 17): Selects the options at the bottom of the Favourite and EPG digital menus.

• In Text mode (page 14): Used for Fastext.

4 / – Info / Text reveal

• In digital mode: Displays brief details of the programme currently being watched.

• In analogue mode: Displays information such as current channel number and screen mode.

• In Text mode (page 14): Reveals hidden information (e.g., answers to a quiz).

5 F/f/G/g/ (page19) 6 Picture Freeze (page 14)/

• In TV mode: Freezes the TV picture.

• In PC mode: Displays a small picture (PIP).

7 MENU (page 19) 8 DIGITAL – Digital mode (page 13) 9 Number buttons

• In TV mode: Selects channels. For channel numbers 10 and above, enter the second digit within two seconds.

• In Text mode: Enters the three digit page number to select the page.

0 – Previous channel

Returns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds).

qa PROG +/- (page 13)

• In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel.

• In Text mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) page.

qs 2 +/- – Volume qd % – Mute (page 13)

/ – Text (page 14)

qf qg ANALOG – Analogue mode (page 13) qh / RETURN

Returns to the previous screen of any displayed menu.

qj – EPG (Digital Electronic Programme Guide) (page 15) qk – Picture mode (page 20) ql 9 – Sound effect (page 21) w; – Input select / Text hold

• In TV mode (page 18): Selects the input source from equipment connected to the TV sockets.

• In Text mode (page 14): Holds the current page.

PIP in PC Mode (page 14)

Tip

The PROG + and number 5 buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the TV.

Overview of the TV buttons and indicators

1 MENU (page 19) 2 / – Input select/OK

• In TV mode (page 18): Selects the input source from equipment connected to the TV sockets.

• In TV menu: Selects the menu or option, and confirm the setting.

3 2 +/-/G/g

• Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume.

• In TV menu: Moves through the options left

G) or right (g).

(

4 PROG +/-/F/f

• In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel.

• In TV menu: Moves through the options up

F) or down (f).

(

5 1 – Power

Switches the TV on or off.

Note:

To disconnect the TV completely, pull the plug from the mains.

6 Remote control sensor 7 – Picture Off/Timer indicator

• Lights up in green when the picture is switched off (page 23).

• Lights up in orange when the timer is set (page 24).

• Lights up in red when digital REC starts in standby mode.

8 1 – Standby indicator

Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode.

9 " – Power indicator

Lights up in green when the TV is switched on.

Watching TV

3 Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to

select a TV channel.

To select channel numbers 10 and above using the number buttons, enter the second and third digits within two seconds. To select a digital channel using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG), see page 15.

In digital mode

An information banner appears briefly. The following icons may be indicated on the banner.

: Radio service : Scrambled/Subscription service

: Multiple audio languages available

: Subtitles available : Subtitles available for the hearing impaired : Recommended minimum age for current

programme (from 4 to 18 years)

: Parental Lock

: Current programme is being recorded

Additional operations

To Do this

Turn off the TV temporarily (Standby mode)

Press "/1.

Watching TV

1 Press 1 on the TV (top side) to switch on

the TV.

When the TV is in standby mode (the 1 (standby) indicator on the TV (front) is red), press "/1 on the remote to switch on the TV.

2 Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode or

ANALOG to switch to analogue mode.

The channels available vary depending on the mode.

Turn on the TV from Standby mode without sound

Turn off the TV Press 1 on the TV (top side). Adjust the volume Press 2 + (increase)/

Mute the sound Press %. Press again to restore. Access the

Programme index table (in analogue mode only)

Press %. Press 2 +/- to set the volume level.

- (decrease).

Press . To select an analogue channel, press

. To access the Input signal index table, see page 18.

F/f, then press

Continued

To access Text

Press /. Each time you press /, the display changes cyclically as follows: Text t Text over the TV picture (mix mode) t No Text (exit the Text service) To select a page, press the number buttons or PROG +/-. To hold a page, press / . To reveal hidden information, press / .

Tips

• Ensure that the TV is receiving a good signal, or some text errors may occur.

• Most TV channels broadcast a Text service. For information on the use of the service, select the index page (usually page 100).

• When four coloured items appear at the bottom of the Text page, Fastext is available. Fastext allows you to access pages quickly and easily. Press the corresponding coloured button to access the page.

Picture Freeze

Freezes the TV picture (e.g. to make a note of a telephone number or recipe).

1 Press on the remote control. 2 Press F/f/G/g to adjust the position of the

window.

Smart*

Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts with an imitation wide screen effect. The 4:3 picture is stretched to fill the screen.

4:3

Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts (e.g., non-wide screen TV) in the correct proportions.

Wide

Displays wide screen (16:9) broadcasts in the correct proportions.

Zoom*

3 Press to remove the window. 4 Press again to return to normal TV

mode.

Tip

Not available for AV3, AV5 and AV6.

PIP in PC Mode (Picture in Picture)

In PC mode, displays a small picture of the last channel selected.

1 Press on the remote control. 2 Press F/f/G/g to adjust the position of the

window.

3 Press to cancel.

Tip

The sound is output from the small picture.

To change the screen mode manually to suit the broadcast

Press repeatedly to select Smart, 4:3, Wide, Zoom, or 14:9.

Displays cinemascopic (letter box format) broadcasts in the correct proportions.

14:9*

Displays 14:9 broadcasts in the correct proportions. As a result, black border areas are visible on the screen.

* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off.

Tips

• Alternatively, you can set “Auto Format” to “On”. The TV will automatically select the best mode to suit the broadcast (page 23).

• You can adjust the position of the picture when selecting Smart, 14:9, or Zoom. Press (e.g., to read subtitles).

F/f to move up or down

Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

1 In digital mode, press to display the

Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG).

2 Perform the desired operation, as shown in

the following table.

Note

Programme information will only be displayed if the TV

Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

To Do this

Turn off the EPG Press .

station is transmitting it.

Watching TV

Move through the EPG Press Watch a current programme Press while the current programme is selected. Sort the programme information by

category – Category list

Set a programme to be recorded – Timer REC

F/f/G/g.

1 Press the blue button. 2 Press

3 Press .

1 Press F/f/G/g to select the future programme you want to

2 Press . 3 Press 4 Press to set the TV and your VCR timers.

Notes

• You can set VCR timer recording on the TV only for Smartlink compatible VCRs. If your VCR is not Smartlink compatible, a message will be displayed to remind you to set your VCR timer.

• Once a recording has begun, you can switch the TV to standby mode, but do not switch off the TV completely or the recording may be cancelled.

• If an age restriction for programmes has been selected, a message asking for pin code will appear on the screen. For more details refer to “Parental Lock” on page 29.

F/f/G/g to select a category. The category name is

displayed on the side.

The categories available include: “Favourite”: Contains all the channels that have been stored in the Favourite list (page 17). “All Categories”: Contains all available channels. “News”: Contains all news channels.

The Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) now only displays the current programmes from the category selected.

record.

F/f to select “Timer REC”.

A symbol appears by that programme’s information. The indicator on the TV (front) lights up.

Continued

To Do this

Set a programme to be displayed automatically on the screen when it starts – Reminder

1 Press F/f/G/g to select the future programme you want to

display.

2 Press . 3 Press 4 Press to automatically display the selected programme

when the programme starts.

A c symbol appears by that programme’s information.

Note

If you switch the TV to standby mode, it will automatically turn itself on when the programme is about to start.

F/f to select “Reminder”.

Set the time and date of a programme you want to record – Manual timer REC

Cancel a recording/reminder – Timer list

Tip

You can also display the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) by selecting “Digital EPG” in the “MENU”.

1 Press . 2 Press 3 Press 4 Set the start and stop time in the same way as in step 3. 5 Press

Notes

• You can set VCR timer recording on the TV only for Smartlink compatible VCRs. If your VCR is not Smartlink compatible, a message will be displayed to remind you to set your VCR timer.

• Once a recording has begun, you can switch the TV to standby mode, but do not switch off the TV completely or the recording may be cancelled.

• If an age restriction for programmes has been selected, a message asking for pin code will appear on the screen. For more details refer to “Parental Lock” on page 29.

1 Press . 2 Press 3 Press

4 Press g to select “Yes”, then press to confirm.

F/f to select “Manual timer REC”, then press . F/f to select the date, then press g.

F/f to select the programme, then press to set the

TV and your VCR timers.

A symbol appears by that programme’s information. The indicator on the TV (front) lights up.

F/f to select “Timer list”. F/f to select the programme you want to cancel, then

press .

A display appears to confirm that you want to cancel the programme.

Using the Favourite list

The Favourite feature allows you to select programs from a list of up to 8 channels you specify. To display the Favourite list, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).

Favourite list

To Do this

Create your Favourite list for the first time A message appears asking if you want to add channels to the Favourite list

when you select “Digital Favourites” in the “MENU” for the first time.

1 Press to select “Yes”. 2 Press

3 Press .

Turn off the Favourite list Press RETURN. See brief details on current programmes Press while selecting a channel. Press again to cancel.

F/f to select the channel you want to add.

If you know the channel number, you can use the number buttons to directly select a channel.

Channels that are stored in the Favourite list are indicated by a symbol.

Watching TV

Watch a channel Press while selecting a channel. Add or remove channels in the Favourite

list

Remove all channels from the Fav ourite list

1 Press the blue button.

Channels that are stored in the Favourite list are indicated by a symbol.

2 Press F/f to select the channel you want to add or remove.

If you know the channel number, you can use the number buttons to directly select a channel.

3 Press . 4 Press the blue button to return to the Favourite list.

1 Press the blue button. 2 Press the yellow button.

A display appears to confirm that you want to delete all channels from the Favourite list.

3 Press G to select “Yes”, then press to confirm.

Viewing pictures from connected equipment

Switch on the connected equipment, then perform one of the following operation.

For equipment connected to the scart sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead

Start playback on the connected equipment. The picture from the connected equipment appears on the screen.

For an auto-tuned VCR (page 4)

In analogue mode, press PROG +/-, or the number buttons, to select the video channel.

For other connected equipment

Press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol (see below) appears on the screen.

AV1/ AV1, AV2 / AV2: Audio/video or RGB input signal through the scart socket / 1 or 2. appears only if an RGB source has been connected.

AV3: Component input signal through the Y, P sockets / 3, and audio input signal through the L, R sockets / 3.

B/CB, PR/CR

To Do this

Access the Input signal index table

Press to access the Input signal index table. (Then, only in analogue mode, press select an input source, press then press .

g.) To

F/f,

AV4/ AV 4 : Video input signal through the video socket 4, and audio input signal through the L (MONO), R audio sockets 4. appears only if the equipment is connected to the S video socket 4 instead of the video socket 4, and S video input signal is input through the S video socket 4.

5: RGB input signal through the PC connectors 5, and audio input signal through the socket .

AV6: Digital audio/video signal is input through the HDMI IN 6 socket. Audio input signal is analogue only if the equipment has been connected using the DVI and audio out socket.

Additional operations

To Do this

Return to the normal TV operation

Press DIGITAL or ANALOG.

Using MENU Functions

Navigating through menus

“MENU” allows you to enjoy various convenient features of this TV. You can easily select channels or external inputs with the remote. Also, settings for your TV can be changed easily using “MENU”.

1 Press MENU to display the menu.

Digital Favourites

2,3

Menu Description

Digital Favourites (in digital mode only)

Programme List (in analogue mode

only) Analogue

(in digital mode only)

Digital (in digital mode only)

Launches the Favourite list. For details about settings, see page 17.

Allows you to select TV programs from a list of channel labels.

• To watch the desired channel, select the channel, then press .

• To assign a label to a program, see page 26.

Returns to the last viewed analogue channel.

Returns to the last viewed digital channel.

Select:

Enter:

Exit:

2 Press F/f to select an option. 3 Press to confirm a selected option.

To exit the menu, press MENU.

Using MENU Functions

Digital EPG (in digital mode only)

External Inputs

Settings

Launches the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG). For details about settings, see page 15.

Selects equipment connected to your TV.

• To watch the desired external input, select the input source, then press .

• To assign a label to an external input, see page 25.

Opens the Settings menu screen where most of advanced settings and adjustments are performed. Select a menu icon, select an option and make the desired change or adjustment using For details about settings, see page 20 to 29.

F/f/G/g.

Picture Adjustment menu

Picture Adjustment

Picture Mode

Backlight

Contrast

Brightness

Colour

Hue

Sharpness

Colour Tone

Reset

Noise Reduction

Back:

Picture Mode

Backlight

Contrast

Brightness

Select:

You can select the options listed below on the Picture menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).

Enter:

Custom

Max

Warm

Auto

Exit:

Selects the picture mode.

• “Vivid”: For enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.

• “Standard”: For standard picture. Recommended for home entertainment.

• “Custom”: Allows you to store your preferred settings.

Adjusts the brightness of the backlight.

Increases or decreases picture contrast.

Brightens or darkens the picture.

Colour

Hue

Sharpness

Colour Tone

Reset

Noise Reduction

Increases or decreases colour intensity.

Increases or decreases the green tones.

Tip

“Hue” can only be adjusted for an NTSC colour signal (e.g., U.S.A. video tapes).

Sharpens or softens the picture.

Adjusts the whiteness of the picture.

• “Cool”: Gives the white colours a blue tint.

• “Neutral”: Gives the white colours a neutral tint.

• “Warm”: Gives the white colours a red tint.

Tip

“Warm” can only be selected when you set “Picture Mode” to “Custom”.

Resets all picture settings except “Picture Mode” to the factory settings.

Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture) in a weak broadcast signal.

• “Auto”: Automatically reduces the picture noise.

• “High/Mid/Low”: Modifies the effect of the noise reduction.

Sound Adjustment menu

Sound Adjustment

Sound Effect

Tr eb l e

Bass

Balance

Reset

Dual Sound

Auto Volume

TV Speakers

Back:

Sound Effect

Select:

You can select the options listed below on the Sound menu. To select options in “Settings”,

Enter:

Standard

Mono

Exit:

see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).

Selects the sound mode.

• “Standard”: Enhances clarity, detail, and sound presence by using “BBE High definition

Sound System.”

• “Dynamic”: Intensifies clarity and sound presence for better intelligibility and musical realism by using the “BBE High definition Sound System.”

• “BBE ViVA”: BBE ViVA Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D image with Hi-Fi sound. The clarity of the sound is improved by BBE while the width depth and height of sound image are expanded by BBE’s proprietary 3D sound process. BBE ViVA Sound is compatible with all TV programs including news, music, dramas, movies, sports and electronic games.

• “Dolby Virtual channel system.

• “Off”: Flat response.

”

: Uses the TV speakers to simulate the surround effect produced by a multi

Tips

• You can change sound effect by pressing 9 repeatedly.

• If you set “Auto Volume” to “On”, “Dolby Virtual” changes to “Natural”.

Using MENU Functions

Treble

Bass

Balance

Reset

Dual Sound

Auto Volume

Adjusts higher-pitched sounds.

Adjusts lower-pitched sounds.

Emphasizes left or right speaker balance.

Resets all the sound settings to the factory settings.

Selects the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast.

• “Stereo”, “Mono”: For a stereo broadcast.

• “A”/“B”/“Mono”: For a bilingual broadcast, select “A” for sound channel 1, “B” for sound channel 2, or “Mono” for a mono channel, if available.

Tip

If you select other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to “Stereo”, “A” or “B”.

Keeps a constant volume level even when volume level gaps occur (e.g., adverts tend to be louder than programmes).

TV Speakers

Turns off the TV speakers e.g. to listen to the sound through external audio equipment connected to the TV.

• “On”: the sound is output from the TV speakers.

• “One Time Off”: the TV speakers are temporarily turned off allowing you to listen to the sound from external audio equipment.

• “Permanently Off”: the TV speakers are permanently turned off allowing you to

listen to the sound from external audio equipment.

Tips

• To turn on the TV speakers again, change to on.

• The “One Time Off” option automatically returns to “On” when the TV set is

switched off.

• “Sound Adjustment” options are not available if “One Time Off” or “Permanent

Off” have been selected.

Features menu

Features

Screen

Power Saving

AV2 Output

RGB Center

PC Adjustment

Timer

Back:

Screen

Select:

You can select the options listed below on the Features menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).

Enter:

Standard

Exit:

Changes the screen format.

• “Auto Format”: Automatically changes the screen format according to the broadcast signal.

• “Screen Format”: For details about the screen format, see page 14

• “Vertical Size”: Adjusts the vertical size of the picture when the screen format is set to Smart.

Tips

• Even if you have selected “On” or “Off” in “Auto Format”, you can always modify the format of the screen by pressing repeatedly.

• “Auto Format” is available for PAL and SECAM signals only.

Using MENU Functions

Power Saving

AV2 Output

RGB Center

Selects the power saving mode to reduce the power consumption of the TV.

• “Standard”: Default settings.

• “Reduce”: Reduces the power consumption of the TV.

• “Picture Off”: Switches off the picture. You can listen to the sound with the picture

off.

Sets a signal to be output through the socket labelled / 2 on the rear of the TV. If you connect a VCR to the / 2 socket, you can then record from the equipment connected to other sockets of the TV.

• “TV”: Outputs a broadcast.

• “Auto”: Outputs whatever is being viewed on the screen. Not available for

AV3, AV5 and AV6.

Adjusts the horizontal picture position so that the picture is in the middle of the screen.

Tip

This option is only available if an RGB source has been connected to the Scarts connectors

1/ 1

or 2/ 2 on the rear of the TV.

PC Adjustment

Customizes the TV screen as a PC monitor.

Tip

This option is only available if you are in PC Mode.

• “Phase”: Adjust the screen when a part of a displayed text or image is not clear.

• “Pitch”: Enlarges or shrinkes the screen size horizontally.

• “H Center”: Moves the screen to the left or to the right.

• “V Lines”: Corrects the picture lines while viewing an RGB input signal from the PC connector.

• “Power saving”: Turns to standby mode if no PC signal is received.

• “Reset”: Resets to the factory settings.

Timer

Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV.

•Sleep Timer

Sets a period of time after which the TV automatically switches itself into standby

mode.

When the Sleep Timer is activated, the (Timer) indicator on the TV (front)

lights up in orange.

Tips

• If you switch off the TV and switch it on again, “Sleep Timer” is reset to “Off”.

• “TV will soon turn off by sleep timer.” appears on the screen one minute before the TV

switches to standby mode.

• Clock Set

Allows you to adjust the clock manually. When the TV is receiving digital channels, the clock cannot be adjusted manually since it is set to the time code of the broadcasted signal.

•Timer

Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV.

“Timer Mode”: Selects the desired period.

“On Time”: Sets the time to turn on the TV.

“Off Time”: Sets the time to turn off the TV.

Set-up menu

Set Up

Auto Start Up

Language

Country

Auto Tuning

Programme Sorting

AV Preset

Sound Offset

Manual Programme Preset

Digital Set Up

Back:

Auto Start-up

Language

Country

Select:

You can select the options listed below on the Set-up menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).

Enter:

English

Exit:

Starts the “first time operation menu” to select the language and country/region, and tune in all available digital and analogue channels. Usually, you do not need to do this operation because the language and country/region will have been selected and channels already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 5, 6). However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new channels that have been launched by broadcasters).

Selects the language in which the menus are displayed.

Selects the country/region where you operate the TV. Tip The country/region in which you want to use the TV does not appear in the list, select “-” instead of a country/region.

Using MENU Functions

Auto Tuning

Programme Sorting

AV Preset

Sound Offset

Tunes in all the available analogue channels. Usually you do not need to do this operation because the channels are already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 5, 6). However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new channels that have been launched by broadcasters).

Changes the order in which the analogue channels are stored on the TV.

1 Press

2 Press

F/f to select the channel you want to move to a new position,

then press

F/f to select the new position for your channel, then press .

Assigns a name to any equipment connected to the side and rear sockets. The name will be displayed briefly on the screen when the equipment is selected. You can skip an input source that is not connected to any equipment.

1 Press 2 Press

F/f to select the desired input source, then press . F/f to select the desired option below, then press .

• AV1 (or AV2/ AV3/ AV4/ PC/ HDMI), VIDEO, DVD, CABLE, GAME, CAM, SAT: Uses one of the preset labels to assign a name to connected equipment.

• “Edit”: Creates your own label.

• “Skip”: Skips an input source that is not connected to any equipment when you press F/f to select the input source.

Sets an independent volume level to each equipment connected to the TV.

Continued

Manual Programme Preset

Before selecting “Label”/“AFT”/“Audio Filter”/“Skip”/“Decoder”, press F/f to select the programme number you want to modify. Then, press .

/Channel

System

Presets programme channels manually.

1 Press 2 Press

Note

3 Press F/f to select “Channel”, then press . 4 Press

5 Tune the channels as follows:

6 Press to jump to “Confirm”, then press . 7 Press

Repeat the procedure above to preset other channels manually.

Label

Assigns a name of your choice, up to five letters or numbers, to the selected channel. This name will be displayed briefly on the screen when the channel is selected.

AFT

Allows you to fine-tune the selected programme number manually if you feel that a slight tuning adjustment will improve the picture quality. You can adjust the fine tuning over a range of -15 to +15. When “On” is selected, the fine tuning is performed automatically.

Audio Filter

Improves the sound for individual channels in the case of distortion in mono broadcasts. Sometimes a non-standard broadcast signal can cause sound distortion or intermittent sound muting when watching mono programmes. If you do not experience any sound distortion, we recommend that you leave this option set to the factory setting “Off”.

Notes

• You cannot receive stereo or dual sound when “Low” or “High” is selected.

• “Audio Filter” is not available when “System” is set to “L”.

F/f to select “System”, then press . F/f to select one of the following TV broadcast systems, then

press

B/G: For western European countries/regions D/K: For eastern European countries/regions L: For France I: For the United Kingdom

Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 5), this option may not be available.

F/f to select “S” (for cable channels) or “C” (for terrestrial

channels), then press

If you do not know the channel number (frequency)

Press F/f to search for the next available channel. When a channel has been found, the search will stop. To continue searching, press

If you know the channel number (frequency)

Press the number buttons to enter the channel number of the broadcast you want or your VCR channel number.

F/f.

f to select “OK”, then press .

Skip

Skips unused analogue channels when you press PROG +/- to select channels. (You can still select a skipped channel using the number buttons.)

Decoder

Views and records the scrambled channel selected when using a decoder connected directly to scart connector / 1, or to scart connector / 2 via a VCR.

Note

Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 5), this option may not be available.

Confirm

Saves changes made to the “Manual Programme Preset” settings.

Using MENU Functions

Digital Set-up menu

Set Up

Auto Start Up

Language

Country

Auto Tuning

Programme Sorting

AV Preset

Sound Offset

Manual Programme Preset

Digital Set Up

Back:

Digital Tuning

Select:

You can change/set the digital settings using the Digital Set-up menu. To select options in “Settings”, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).

Enter:

English

Exit:

Displays the “Digital Tuning” menu.

Digital Auto Tuning

Tunes in all the available digital channels. Usually you do not need to do this operation because the channels are already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 5). However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new channels that have been launched by broadcasters).

Programme List Edit

Removes any unwanted digital channels stored on the TV, and changes the order of the digital channels stored on the TV.

1 Press

F/f to select the channel you want to remove or move to a new

position.

If you know the programme number (frequency)

Press the number buttons to enter the three-digit programme number of the broadcast you want.

2 Remove or change the order of the digital channels as follows:

To remove the digital channel

Press . A message that confirms whether the selected digital channel is to be deleted appears. Press

G to select “Yes”, then press .

To change the order of the digital channels

Press g, then press F/f to select the new position for the channel and press G. Repeat the procedure in steps 1 and 2 to move other channels if required.

3 Press RETURN.

Digital Manual Tuning

Tunes the digital channels manually.

1 Press the number button to select the channel number you want to

manually tune, then press

2 When the availab le channels are f ound, press

F/f to tune the channel.

F/f to select the channel

you want to store, then press .

3 Press

F/f to select the programme number where you want to store the

new channel, then press .

Repeat the procedure above to tune other channels manually.

Digital Set-up

Displays the “Digital Set-up” menu.

Subtitle Setting

Displays digital subtitles on the screen. When “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected, some visual aids may also be displayed with the subtitles (if TV channels broadcast such information).

Subtitle Language

Selects which language subtitles are displayed in.

Audio Language

Selects the language used for a programme. Some digital channels may broadcast several audio languages for a programme.

Audio Type

Increases the sound level when “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected.

Parental Lock

Sets an age restriction for programmes. Any programme that exceeds the age restriction can only be watched after a PIN Code is entered correctly.

1 Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN code.

If you have not previously set a PIN, a PIN code entry screen appears. Follow the instruction of “PIN Code” below.

2 Press F/f to select the age restriction or “None” (for unrestricted

watching), then press .

3 Press RETURN.

PIN Code

Sets a PIN code for the first time, or allows you to change your PIN code.

1 Enter a PIN as follows:

If you have previously set a PIN

Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN.

If you have not set a PIN

Press the number buttons to enter the factory setting PIN of 9999.

2 Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN code.

A message appears to inform you that the new PIN has been accepted.

3 Press RETURN.

Tip

PIN code 9999 is always accepted.

Technical Set-up

Displays the Technical Set-up menu. “Auto Service Update”: Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services as they become available. “Software Download”: Enables the TV to automatically receive software updates, free through your existing aerial (when issued). Sony recommends that this option is set to “On” at all times. If you do not want your software to be updated, set this option to “Off”. “System Information”: Displays the current software version and the signal level. “Time Zone”: Allows you to select the correct time zone for your country.

CA Module Set-up

Allows you to access a Pay Per View service once you obtain a Conditional Access Module (CAM) and a view card. See page 30 for the location of the (PCMCIA) socket.

Using MENU Functions

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting optional equipment

You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV. Connecting cables are not supplied.

Connecting to the TV (side)

To connect Do this

Conditional Access Module (CAM) A

To use Pay Per View services. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your CAM. To use the CAM, remove the rubber cover from the CAM slot. Switch off the TV when inserting your CAM into the CAM slot. When you do not use the CAM, we recommend that you replace the cover on the CAM slot.

S VHS/Hi8/DVC camcorder

S VHS/Hi8/DVC camcorder B

Headphones C Connect to the i socket to listen to

Connect to the S video socket

4 or the video socket 4, and the audio sockets 4. To avoid picture noise, do not connect the camcorder to the video socket

4 and the S video socket

4 at the same time. If you connect mono equipment, connect to the L socket 4, and set “Dual Sound” to “A” (page 21).

sound from the TV on headphones.

Headphones

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