Sony KDP-65XBR2, KDP-57XBR2 Owner’s Manual

0 2001 by Sony Corporation KDP-57XBR2 KDP-65XBR2

WARNING

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

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

A'R'ENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIOUE,

NE PAS OUVRIR

PRECAUClON

RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTSINSIDE.

REFERSERVICING 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.

NO ABRIR

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with

an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can

be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

CAUTION

When using TV games, computers, and similar
products with your projection TV, or viewing a

TV station whose logo always stays on the
screen, keep the brightness and contrast

functions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving)
pattern such as a station logo is left on the screen

for long periods of time, especially at a high
brightness or contrast setting, the image can be
permanently imprinted onto the screen. These
types of imprints are not covered by your
warranty.

Note on Caption Vision

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

Note on Convergence Adjustment

Before you use your projection TV, make sure to adjust
convergence. For details, see "Adjusting the Convergence

Automatically (Flash Focus)" on page 36.

Note to CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground

shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close
to the point of cable entry as practical.

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.

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 axe 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 hanninl
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to conect the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

N Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.
F1 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
F1 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

[7 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.

Safety

[1 Operate the projection TV only on 120 V AC.
[1 The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall

outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, contact your dealer.

VI If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet,

unplug the projection TV immediately and have it checked
by qualified service personnel before operating it further.

71 If you will not be using the projection TV for several days,

disconnect the power by pulling the plug liselL Never pull on

the cord.

[7 For details concerning safety precautions, see "Important

Safeguards."

Installing

To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation

openings.
Do not install the projection TV in a hot or humid place, or in

a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

D Avoid operating the projection TV at temperature below 5°C

(41°F).

VI If the projection TV is transported dii_ctly from a cold to a

warm location, or if the room temperature changes suddenly,
the picture may be blurred or show poor color. In this case,

please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before
turning on the projection TV.

FI To obtain the best picture, do not expose the screen to direct

illumination or direct sunlight. It is recommended to use spot
lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the

windows that face the screen with opaque drapery. It is
desirable to install the projection TV in a room where the

floor and walls are not of a reflective material.

Trademark Information

DO [DOLBY ] ManufacfuredunderlicensefromDolby

D I (I I T A L Dolbyand the double-D symbolare

XBR is a registered trademark and CineMotion is a trademark of
Sony.

i.LINK is a h'ademark of Sony used only to designate that a
product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an

i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.

Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation.

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the
projection TV, below the Sony logo, on the sticker, and also on the

TV box (white label). Record these numbers in the spaces provided
below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer

regarding this product.

Model No.

SerialNo.

Sony has determined that this
product or product models meets

I_ As an ENERGYSTAR®Partner,

ENERGYSTAR_ is a U.S. registered mark.

the ENERGYSTAR®guidelines
for energy efficiency.

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
gmunding).Foliow the insti-uctions 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 still fails to fit, contact your electrician to have

a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized plug by forcing it in.

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.

Cleaning

Clean the cabinet of the projection TV with a dry

soft cloth. To remove dust from the screen, wipe f_,_ _2)

it gently with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may
be removed with a cloth silghtly dampened with [_

solution of mild soap and warm water. Never
use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine for cleaning.

If the picture becomes dark after using the projection TV for a long
period of time, it may be necessary to clean the inside of the

projection TV. Consult qualified service personnel.

Installation

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the

manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

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.

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 _ceptacles beyond their capacity,

since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Always turn the set off when it is not being

used. When the set is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it

from the wall outlet as a precaution against

the possibility of an internal malfunction that
could create a fire hazard.

If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is
continuous or frequent while the TV 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.

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, ,,2, •

table or shelf. The set may fall, causing serious .._1, /_]J."

injury to a child or an adult and serious damage
to the set. Use only a cart or stand recommended ____,_-

by Sony for the specific model of TV. No part of

the TV set should overhang any edge of the TV

cart or stand; any overhanging edge is a safety
hazard. An appliance and cart combination

should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause

the appliance and cart combination to overturn. ,,-.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are
provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of
the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings

must never be blocked or covered.
FI Never cover the slots and openings with a

cloth or other materials.

7-1 Never block the slots and openings by

placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface.

FI Never place the set in a confined space, such

as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless
proper ventilation is provided.

D Do not place the set near or over a radiator

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

Power-Cord Protection

Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the
power cord, and do not place the set where the

power cord is subject to wear or abuse.

Antennas

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

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

where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM,

EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM
CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS

CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some

protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and

Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and

supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and

requirements for the grounding electrode.

Antenna Grounding According to the NEC

Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna
Grounding.

_ Antenna lead-in wire

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:

_l When the power cord or plug

is damaged or frayed.

FI If liquid has been spilled into

the set.

If the set has been exposed to

rain or water.

FI [f 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
adjustraent of other controls

may result in daraage and
will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician
to restore the set to normal operation.

FI When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance, it

indicates a need for service.

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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 Ftre, electric shock or
other hazards.

/

NEC:National Electrical Code

Antenna discharge unit

(NECSection810-20)

round clamps

lead-in wire

_ Powerservicegroundingelectrode

system(NECArt 250 PartH)

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.

For Safety
Be careful when moving the projection TV

When you place the projection TV in
position, be careful not to drop it on your

foot or fingers.

Watch your footing while installing the
projection TV.

Carry the projection TV in the specified manner

If you carry the projection "IV in a manner
other than the specified manner and

without the specified number of persons, it
may drop and a serious injury may be

caused. Be sure to follow the instructions
mentioned below.

F1 Carry the projection TV with the

specified number of persons (see

page 10).

Do not can'y the projection TV holding the speaker grill.
Hold the projection TV tightly when carrying it.

Contents

Introducing the Projection TV

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

Features .......................................................... 2

Package Contents ......................................... 3

Using the Remote Control ........................... 3

Frequently Asked Questions ...................... 7

Setting Up the Projection TV

Overview ....................................................... 9

Carrying Your Projection TV .................... 10

Installing the Projection TV ...................... 10

Mounting the Rear Speakers

(not supplied) ....................................... 11

Projection TV Controls and Connectors.. 13

Basic Connections ....................................... 17

Connecting a VCR and Cable ................... 19

Connecting a VCR and Cable Box ............ 20

Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing 22

Connecting a Satellite Receiver ................ 23

Connecting a Satellite Receiver

with a VCR ........................................... 24

Connecting an Audio Receiver ................. 25

Connecting a DVD Player with

Component Video Connectors .......... 26

Connecting a DVD Player with A/V

Connectors ............................................ 27

Connecting a Camcorder ........................... 28

Connecting a Device with an

Optical IN Connector .......................... 29

Connecting i.LINK Compatible Devices.30

Using the CONTROL S Feature ............... 34

Setting Up the Projection TV

Automatically ...................................... 35

Adjusting the Convergence

Automatically (Flash Focus) .............. 36

Using the Projection TV Features

Overview ..................................................... 37

Using the Program Guide ......................... 38

Using the Scrolling Channel Index .......... 39

Using Favorite Channels ........................... 40

Using Wide Screen Mode .......................... 43

Using Twin View ........................................ 44

Using the Freeze Function ........................ 47

Using the i.LINK Control Panel ............... 48

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

Using the Projection TV Menus

Overview ..................................................... 51

Using the Video Menu ............................... 52

Using the Audio Menu .............................. 54

Using the Screen Mode Menu .................. 56

Using the Channel Setup Menu ............... 58

Using the Parental Control Menu ............ 60

Using the Setup Menu ............................... 64

Other Information

Overview ..................................................... 67

Programming the Remote Control .......... 68

Operating Other Components with Your

Projection TV Remote Control .......... 71

About i.LINK .............................................. 73

Troubleshooting .......................................... 74

Specifications ............................................... 77

Index ............................................................. 79

Overview

This chapter gives an overview of the projection TV features, defines

the package contents, describes the remote control, and provides

answers to frequently asked questions,

Topic Page

Features 2

Package Contents 3

Using the Remote Control 3
Frequently Asked Questions 7

1

Introducing the Projection TV

l eatures

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

[] Built-in Digital Television (DTV) Receiver: You can watch

digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video
quality that these programs offer.

Wide Screen Mode: Watch conventional 4:3 aspect ratio
broadcasts in wide screen (16:9) mode.

[] DRC TM Multi-Function: Unlike conventional line doublers, the

DRC (Digital Reality Creation) feature doubles vertical and
horizontal lines, resulting in four times the density for quality

sources such as DVD, satellite, and digital camcorder.

O Twin ViewTM: Using the Multi-Image Driver (MIDX), Twin View

allows you to watch two programs side by side, with the ability
to zoom in one picture. You can watch pictures from two different
sources (1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i) simultaneously.

O Program Guide: Lets you select digital channels and subchannels

and review program information from an on-screen list.

[] Scrolling Channel IndexTM: Lets you preview and select

programs from a scrolling index of video pictures.

[] Favorite Channels: Allows you to preview and select from 16 of

your favorite channels.

[] Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block

unsuitable programming for younger viewers.

[] Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD

(480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i)
connections.

O S-VIDEO Inputs: Provides a high-quality video signal from

connected equipment.

O CineMotionTM: Provides optimal picture quality for film-based

sources (media originally shot in 24 frames-per-second format).

[] i.LINK: Provides a secure digital interface to other digital home

entertainment devices, including digital cable set-top boxes.
i.LINK allows for the secure transfer of copyright-protected high-
definition content between these devices and your digital

television.

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[] Dolby ® Digital: This TV has a Dolby Digital decoder. By adding

rear speakers and a powered subwoofer, you can enjoy 5.1
channel surround sound from Dolby Digital encoded DTV

programs.

Optical Digital Audio Out: If you have an audio receiver with an
optical digital audio input, you can use it to decode and amplify

the optical digital audio output.

Package Contents

Along with your new projection TV, the package contains a remote
control and two AA batteries. No additional cables are included.

These items are all you need to set up and operate the projection TV
in its basic configuration.

Most components (VCRs, DVD players, etc.) come with the necessary

cables to connect them. If you want to set up a complex system, you
may need to buy extra cables, connectors, etc. Be sure to have these

on hand before you start to connect your system.

Using the Remote Control

Although some of the projection TV's functionality can be controlled
using buttons located on the front panel of the projection TV (see

page 13), you'll find the remote control to be more convenient while
watching TV.

Introducing the Projection TV

Inserting Batteries Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the + and -

on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

_:_ Removethe batteriesto avoid damagefrom possiblebattery leakagewhenever

you anticipate that the remote controlwill not be usedfor an extendedperiod.

Handlethe remote control with care;avoid dropping it, getting it wet, placing
it in direct sunlight, near a heater, orwhere the humidity is high.

3

Introducing the Projection IV

Button Descriptions

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The following table describes the buttons on the remote control's
outside and inside panels.

Outside Panel

Button Description

[] MUTING

[] SLEEP Press repeatedly _til the projection TV displays the time

[] PICMODE Press repeatedly to step through the video picture modes:

1_] AI_i:-.................... Pre_-_ge be_een- the _F/UHF _put _d-_e ........

Press to mute the sound. Press again or press V0L+ to
restore the sound.

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

While the Sleep feature is set, press once to view
remaining time.

Vivid, Standard, Movie, Game, Pro.Also available in the Video
menu. For details, see page 52.

CABLE input.

[]WitiE MbeE..............Press repeatediy to Step '_0ugh _e Wide Mode-s-et_gsi

Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. Also available in the Screen
Mode menu. For details, see pages 43 and 56.

_Q ........................Usewi_-i_-Z 9 _cl ENTEI_butt0ns to Select sul_a_eis

(for example, 2.1). For details on selecting subchannels,

see page 38.

]ff]_ ............... idresst0 d_piay _e LL_K Control Panel There is aiso

_l i.LINK button on the front panel of the projection TV (see

page 13). For details on using the i.LINK Control Panel,
see page 48.

[] iNDEX Press to clispiay _e _r0i_g ch_ei _aex: For deta_s,

see page 39.

[_] MENU Press to _spiay 6e pro]ec_on _ 0nZscreen menu: Press

again to exit from the menus. For details, see page 51.

[] VOL .................. Press to adjust 6e voi_e2 .....

select an item, press the center of the joystick (_)).

[]-ADD P-re-ss-to--a-d_d_eC_rrent _ei to _e Favorite Ch_eis

FAVORITE list. For details, see page 40.

[] DISPLAY.... Press once to display the channel number, ch_ei iabei

(if set), time, and other information. When the DTV is
receiving a digital signal with Dolby Digital, the decoding

type is displayed (Dolby Digital or Dolby Digital Pro
Logic). Press again to turn Display off.

[] I:REr:zE ...... Press t6froze wind6wpiCerel Press aga_ to restore

................. the p!cture. F0r details, see page 47.

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Introducing the Projection "IV

Button Description

I_ RESET Press w_e a menu is displayed (page 51 to 66) to reset

the settings to the factory defaults. Also used to clear
Favorite Channels (see page 42).

[] MTS/SAP Press repeatedly t0 step _ough _e Mulfi2_ei TV

Sound (MTS) options: Stereo, Auto SAP, and Mono. Also
available in the Audio menu. For details, see page 54.

[] PowER buttons Press to _rn on and off the projection TV and other

(GREEN) audio/video equipment you have programmed into the

remote control. For instructions, see "Programming the
Remote Control" on page 68.

[] FUNO'i0N Press tO Select the equipment (SAT/CKBLE or _) _at

buttons you want to operate. The indicator lights up momentarily

when pushed to show which device the remote control is

operating.

[_J "I:_iNil)E6 .......... Pressrei_eatedi f to Step t_ough 6e video eq_pment

connected to your projection TV's video inputs.

2 seconds. Press ENTERto select immediately.

[] GUIDE PreSs to dispiay 66 program g_de: For detaOs, see

page 38.

[] CH .......... Press to scan through channels. To Scan rapidly through

channels, press and hold down either CHbutton.

[] EXi'r ............ Pressto ex{t the 0n:screen menu or diSpla}; and re_ to

normal viewing.

I_ SURFFAV6RrIE Press to dispiay _e Favorite Ch_eis _Stl For details, S_

page 41.

[] JUMP ........Press to j_p bacE _d for6 be_een _o _eisl _e

projection TV alternates between the current channel and
the last channel that was selected.

[]l_ (TWIN VIEW) Press to _n on _d off Tw_ _ewl For deta_s; S_ pages

44 to46.

[] DIiC .......................................Press repeate_y to stei_ _ough 6e available _gh:

CINEMOTION resolution picture modes: Interlaced, Progressive and

CineM0tion. Also available in the Video menu. For details,
see page 53.

..............................Pr XKopr6 am- ebr ecidon on d

tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times
(see page 49). Also available in the Setup menu (see
page 66).

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Inside Panel

You can access the following buttons by lifting up the outside panel.

Button Description

[] WNCR ..... Press to change be VHF/UHF output of the VCR.

[] Transport ......... _ Rewind

Buttons I_ Play

• Record (press together with I_)

II st0p ............................................

Fast-forward

II Pause

[] DVD MENU...... Press to _spiay 6e D_ _ menul

[] • .+_ Press. *+} to move 6e on-screen c_s6rl

[] MENU Press to dispiay 6e D_ se6p mend;

[] €0DES_ET................Osed1orpr0gra_g 6e f6mote€on_oito 6perate

non-Sony video equipment. For details, see
"Programming the Remote Control" on page 68.

POWE-R.....................Press ;cO-_-on _doff other audio/video equipmeni

you have programmed into the remote control. For
instructions, see "Programming the Remote Control" on

page 68.

[] a6q_ O_ t6 Swit_ controi f6r c6_ected video eq_pmentl

aaW_ You can program one video source for each switch

0v0d position. For details, see "Programming the Remote

Control" on page 68.

[91-DvD"riT-iJE...................Press _display _e-D-_ title-.................................................................

[] ENTER Press to Seiect.

1_ _ Press repeatediy to Step6r6ugh 6e £u_o F_ffect

options: Dolby Surround, Simulated, and Off. Also available
in the Audio menu. For details, see page 54.

6

Frequently Asked Questions

Introducing the Projection TV

What is digital TV

(DTV)

What are the

benefits of DTV?

Digital television (or "DTV") refers to the over-the-air television

broadcast standards adopted by the Federal Communications

Commission in 1996. Developed by the Advanced Television Systems
Committee (ATSC), a group of manufacturing companies, these

standards define the specifications for 18 digital broadcast formats.
There are six formats in the ATSC DTV standard that are described as

"High Definition Television." The remaining 12 video formats are
described as "Standard Definition Television."

Although the technical aspects of these standards are transparent to
television viewers, the benefits are as dramatic as those experienced
when digital music on compact disk was introduced -- probably

even more so.

Your Sony projection TV is capable of receiving all 18 formats of
digital TV formats, including high-definition.

For the television viewer, digital TV represents one of the most
significant advances in television since color television replaced black

and white. Here are just a few of the benefits:

Do I need a special
antenna to receive

digital television ?

Dramatically superior picture quality, with up to six times the
picture detail of today's analog television.

O

Multichannel digital sound, including Dolby ® Digital sound.

O

Widescreen. DTV can provide the same type of widescreen
presentation as you see in movie theaters. The new screen size

has a 16:9 width-to-height (or "aspect") ratio, compared with a

4:3 aspect ratio of today's conventional television. This means

that digital broadcasts of movies no longer need to be
"reformatted" for television.

No. Initially, digital television will arrive through a standard, over-
the-air VHF/UHF antenna, which means you can receive digital

broadcasts using the same terrestrial ("rooftop") antenna you

currently use to receive conventional programming. However, if you
currently receive your VHF/UHF programming via cable, you will
need to install a VHF/UHF antenna in order to receive digital

programming. Your Sony projection TV, however, is also equipped
with connectors that may allow you to connect DTV-compafible cable

boxes when they become available.

7

Introducing the Projection TV

Can this TV receive
conventional analog

broadcasts that are
available today?

When is digital

broadcasting being
introduced?

How can I select
digital channels ?

Yes. This TV is designed to receive conventional analog broadcasts,
cable TV, as well as all formats of digital broadcasts. Of course, you

can also connect VCRs, DVD players, digital broadcast (satellite)

receivers, and other audio/video components.

The transition from today's analog broadcasting system to digital
television will take time to complete. In the fall of 1998, some
networks started to broadcast digital programs.

Digital channels are indicated by the use of a decimal or "dot" in the

subchannel number (for example, "2.1"). This number appears when
you press the CH+/- buttons or press the DISPLAYbutton. To select a
subchannel directly, use the 0-9 buttons, Q button, and the ENTER

button.

For example, to select subchannel 2.1, press:

Q + O + (_) + ENTER

You can also select digital channels using an on-screen program
guide. See page 38 for details.

8

Overview

This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your
projection TV.

Topic Page

Carry_g Your Projection _ 10

Installing the Projection TV 10

Moun6ng _eRear Speakers inot supplied) 1i

Basic Connections 17

Connecting a VCR and Cable 19
Connecting a VCR and Cable Box 20
Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing 22
Connecting a Satellite Receiver 23

Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR 24
Connecting an Audio Receiver 25

Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video 26
Connectors

Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors 27
Connecting a Camcorder 28

Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector 29
Connecting i.LINK Compatible Devices 30
Using the CONTROL S Feature 34

Setting Up the Projection TV Automatically 35
Adjusting the Convergence Automatically (Flash Focus) 36

9

Setting Up the Projection TV

Carrying Your Projection TV

Carrying the projection TV requires three or more people.
The projection TV is equipped with casters for easy movement on a

hard surface. Be sure to move your projection TV using the casters.

Installing the Projection TV

Recommended

Viewing Area

(Horizontal)

Recommended

Viewing Area

(Vertical)

10

Mounting the Rear Speakers (not supplied)

For surround sound, connect rear speakers to your projection TV.

Setting Up the Projection TV

Connecting the Rear 1
Speakers 2

Be sure the TV is turned off.

Using the speaker cords, connect REAR SPEAKER OUT L on
your projection TV to the speaker terminal on one rear speaker,

and connect REAR SPEAKER OUT R to the terminal on the other
one.

(Rearof projection"rv)

Speaker cord

(not supplied)

Speaker
SS-MB115

(not supplied)

Speaker
SS-MB115

(not supplied)

If you connect rearspeakersother than the onesrecommended, besurethe
speakershavea maximum input power of morethan 20 W and impedanceof 8

ohms.

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Setting Up the Projection TV

Installation

For optimum surround sound effect, mount the rear speakers in the
following places (as shown in the illustration):

On a wall or table, as high as the listener's ears.

Projection TV Rear speaker

(Rear of projection TV)

i

i

Left rear []

speaker

I-IRightrear

speaker

12

Projection TV Controls and Connectors

Setting Up the Projection TV

Front Panel

To access the front buttons and input jacks on the projection TV, push

in to release the door on the front of the projection TV.

J

POWI_R

sTza_ _1

LUI_ _ANO If

O

[]

O

[] I--

Push to open

Control Description

[] POWER Press to turn on and off _e projection TV.

F_ 'STANDBY/ ............... _en _tin orange; _dicates_ti:L_ Stanci6y is6n: _en_t _red'

i.LINKSTANDBY indicates that i.LINK Standby is Off. For details, see page 66.

TIMER..................... _'enli[: _dicates one of-_e-t_ers is set: For €letails:-see page 49: .......

[] MENU Press to display the projecti0n TV on-screen menul Press again to exit from

the menus. For details, see page 51.

[] i:Li6K Press 6 aspiay 6e i:_ Con_oi P_ei: For detaas on us6g 6e i:L_k

Control Panel, see page 48.

_, '4# ...................... Press _, ,_*# tomoveme0nL-_reen_soranapresssELECTioseiect.

5ELE_ ........................ iar--esst o _iect- th-e-on-scr--een_-gidigilteditem_ ...................................................

_ --WNI--DEO.......................................-P_ssre----peat--ecl--ly to stepthro-------ugh_--e--vid---eo-equi_-co_ted to yo_ .....

projection TV's video inputs.

[] :CHANNEL+ ..... Press to Scan tl_rough Ch_eis_ ..............

[] :VOLUME+ ....................Press to adjust 6e voi_el ..........

FLASHFOCUS Press to acijust _e Convergence (see page 36). ......

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Setting Up the Projection TV

Side of Front Panel

[]

[] S VIDEO2iNPUT Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your camcorder or o_er S VIDEO

equipped video component. Provides better picture quality than the
VHF/UHF jacks or the Video IN jack.

[] Vi6E62 i6PUT Co_ect to the audio and video OUTiac_ on your camcorder or other Video

VIDEO/L(MONO)-AUDIO-R component,

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Rear Panel

VH_HF

DtGITAL

AUDIO

Setting Up the Projection TV

AEAR SpcJLKER OUT {lillll IL_

O0 O --

.aS

Y

"VIDEO

oo o_._

lZloo,o

J

Connection Description

[] VHFiuHF Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna. VHFiUHFis the digital _ antenna input.

[] CABLE Co_ects to your cable Sourcel .....................

[] S vIDEO IN 11314 Co_ects t0 the S _DEO O_ ja_ oi your vcR or Other SviDE_quipped

video component. Provides better picture quality than the VI-_/UHF jacks or

the Video IN jack.

[] VIDEO IN 1/3/4 Connect to the audio and video OUT jacks on your VCR or other video

VIDEO/L(MONO}-AUDIO-R component. A 6th video input (VIDEO 2) is located on the front panel of the

projection TV. The Audio and Video IN jacks provide better picture quality

than the VHF/UHF IN jack.

_] --SELEcTo01 .......... Co_e_ io _e audio an{i video _]acks on-y0_ VCRor other--video .........

component. The output signal is determined by the SELECTOUT setting in the
Setup menu (see page 65).

HDiGvDiN co_ect to your D_ piayer;s or digital _t-t0p box;s component video (Y, _'

(1080i/720p/480p/480i) PR) and audio (L/R) jacks.

VIDEO IN 5/6

-N

[] CONTROLS Allows the projection _ to r_eive (iN) and Send (OF) remote control

IN/OUT signals to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video components.

[] DIGITALAUDIO(OPTICAL) Connect to the optical audio input of an audio component that is Dolby Digital

OUT PCMIDOLBYDIGITAL and PCM compatible.

continued on next page

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Setting Up the Projection 73/

Connection Description

[] i.LINK$200 Used for connecting i.LINK equipped devices.
[] sewice 0niy For Sony service u_ o_y.

[] REARSPEAKEROUT Used for connecting optional rear speakers.

[] sUBWOOFERout used for C0nnecfing_ opti0nal powered subw00fer. ....

[] AUDIO007 ivA_Fix) connect to the left and right audio inputs 0f your audio or video component.

L(MONO)-AUDIO-R

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Basic Connections

Setting Up the Projection TV

This section describes how to connect a VHF/UHF antenna, CATV

cable, and CATV cable box.

Connecting a
VHF/UHF Antenna

The connection you choose depends on the type of VHF/UHF

antenna you have in your home.

Newer homes are usually equipped with 75-ohm coaxial cable ([]):

[]

VHF Only or VHF/UHF

75-ohm
cable

coaxial _=__

VHF/UHF

Rear of TV

Older homes may have 300-ohm twin lead cable (r_):

[] VHFOnlyor UHFOnly or VHF/UHF

300-ohm twin lead cable

Antenna connector

VHFIUHF

Rearof TV

Some homes may have both 75-ohm coaxial and 300-ohm twin lead
cables ( r_l ):

[] VHFand UHF

75-ohm coaxialcable

VHF/UHF

Rear of "rv

U/VSplitter

(not supplied)

300-ohm twin lead cable

_:_ Of the threemethods shown, connection [] resultsin the best picture quality.

17

Setting Up the Projection TV

Connecting a CATV
Cable or a

CATV Cable Box

CATV Cable

75-ohm
coaxial

cable

CATV Cable Box

Cable

IN

|

CableBox

CABLE

__ RearofTV

CABLE

_1_ Rearof TV

l

lOUT

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Connecting a VCR and Cable

Use this hookup if you have cable TV that does not require a cable

box.

1 Connect the cable TV cable to the VCR's IN jack.
2 Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCR's OUT jack to the

projection TV's CABLE jack.

3 Using an A/V cable, connect the VCR's Audio and Video OUT

jacks to the projection TV's Audio and Video IN jacks.

If the VCRyou areconnecting hasan SVIDEOjack, you can use an SVIDEO
cablefor improved picture quality (compared to a combination audio/video

cable).Becausean SVIDEOcable carriesonly the video signal, youwill also
needaudio cablesfor sound.

Setting Up the Projection IV

AUDIO-R(red)

AUDIO-L(white)

VIDEO(yellow)

W

VHF/UHF

@

VIDEO IN

C_ ,LE

IY

AN cable

Coaxialcable

VCR

2

1

-- Cable

19

Setting Up the Projection TV

Connecting a VCR and Cable Box

Usethis hookupif

O Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, but not all of

them (pay channels vs. regular cable channels), so you need to
use a cable box

O You want to use the Twin View or Scrolling Channel Index

feature.

With thissetupyou can

O Use the projection TV remote control to change channels using

your cable box when the signal is scrambled.

O Use the projection TV remote control to change channels using

your projection TV when the signal is not scrambled. (Your
projection TV's tuner provides a better signal than the cable box.)

O Use the Twin View and Scrolling Channel Index features.
O Record both regular cable TV and scrambled channels.

Toconnect a cable box and a VCR,you will need
O A small inexpensive device known as a splitter.

O Three short coaxial cables.

O Either a combination audio/video cable, or an S VIDEO cable

and audio cables.

1

Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter.

2

Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the two output jacks of the

splitter to the projection TV's CABLE jack.

3

Use a coaxial cable to connect the other output jack of the splitter
to the input jack of the cable box.

4

Use a coaxial cable to connect the output jack of the cable box to
the input jack of the VCR.

5

Use the video line (yellow) of a combination audio/video (A/V)
cable to connect the video output jack of the VCR to the video

input jack of the projection TV.

If your VCRhas an SVIDEOjack, you cansubstitute anSVIDEOcablefor

the video line of an AN cable.TheSVIDEOcablewill provide improved
video signal quality.

2O

6 Connect the left (white) and right (red) audio output channels of

the VCR to the respective input jacks on the projection TV.