Sony KF-E42A10, KF-E50A10 User Manual

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2-662-489-12(2)

LCD Projection TV

KF-E50A10 KF-E42A10

Operating Instructions

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

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Introduction

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

Trademark information

• Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258,

4482866. “BBE” and BBE symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

• TruSurround XT, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

• TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

• This TV incorporates

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

• WEGA, Grand WEGA, WEGA GATE, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation and CineMotion are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

High-Definition Multimedia

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Safety Information ....................................... 5

Overview of the remote ............................ 8

Overview of the TV buttons and

indicators ............................................ 10

Getting Started

1: Installing the TV .................................... 12

Recommended Viewing Area.......................... 12

Carrying Your TV ............................................. 12

Preventing the TV from Toppling Over ............ 13

2: Inserting batteries into the remote......... 13

3: Connecting an antenna/VCR ................ 14

4: Switching on the TV .............................. 15

5: Selecting the language.......................... 16

6: Auto-programming the TV..................... 16

Watching TV

Watching TV.............................................. 18

TOOLS operation (for TV)................................ 20

Viewing pictures from connected

equipment ............................................ 21

TOOLS operation

(for connected equipment)........................ 21

Introducing WEGA GATE

Overview of WEGA GATE ........................ 24

Using Settings

Overview of the Settings ........................... 26

Picture menu ............................................. 28

Picture Mode .................................................. 28

Display Mode ................................................. 28

Reset .............................................................. 28

Iris/Picture/Brightness /Color/Hue .................. 29

Color Temperature ......................................... 29

Sharpness ...................................................... 29

Noise Reduction ............................................. 29

DRC Mode ...................................................... 29

DRC Palette .................................................... 30

Advanced Video ............................................. 30

Sound menu .............................................. 31

Sound Mode ....................................................31

Reset ...............................................................31

Treble/Bass/Balance .......................................31

Steady Sound ..................................................31

Volume Level ...................................................32

Effect ...............................................................32

BBE .................................................................32

Speaker ...........................................................32

Audio Out ........................................................32

Screen menu ............................................. 33

Wide Mode ......................................................33

Auto Wide ........................................................33

4:3 Default .......................................................33

Display Area ....................................................34

Screen Shift .....................................................34

Vertical Size .....................................................34

Auto Adjustment ..............................................34

Phase/Pitch .....................................................34

Horizontal Center/Vertical Center ....................34

Program menu ........................................... 35

Auto Program ..................................................35

Manual Program ..............................................35

1Digit Direct ....................................................36

Program Label .................................................36

Program Block .................................................36

Program Sorting ..............................................37

Twin Picture menu ..................................... 38

Twin Picture .....................................................38

Setup menu ............................................... 39

Game Mode ....................................................39

Power Management ........................................39

Video Label .....................................................39

Language ........................................................39

Video2(Component) ........................................40

Image Shift ......................................................40

High Altitude ....................................................40

Cinema Drive ...................................................40

Color System ...................................................40

Initial Reset ......................................................40

Timer menu ...............................................41

Sleep Timer .....................................................41

On Timer ..........................................................41

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting optional equipment .................42

Programming the remote...........................45

Using other equipment with the remote ...........46

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Additional Information

Replacing the lamp ................................... 48

Specifications ............................................ 50

Troubleshooting ........................................ 52

Index ......................................................... 56

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Safety Information

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the LCD projection TV to rain or moisture. Dangerously high voltages are present inside the LCD projection TV. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

For general safety:

• Do not expose the LCD projection TV to rain or moisture.

• Do not open the rear cover.

• 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.

For safe installation:

• Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.

• Avoid operating the LCD projection TV at temperatures below 5ºC.

• If the LCD projection TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm location, or if the room temperature has changed suddenly, the picture may be blurred or show poor color. This is because moisture has condensed on the mirror or lenses inside. If this happens, let the moisture evaporate before using the LCD projection TV.

• If direct sunlight or other strong illumination shines on the screen, part of the screen may appear white due to reflections from behind the screen. This is a structural property of the LCD projection TV. Do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight.

• Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

• Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, table or shelf. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of LCD projection TV. 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.

• Do not block the ventilation openings.

• Do not use power-line operated sets near water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, swimming pool, etc.

• Do not install the LCD projection TV in hot, humid or excessively dusty places.

• 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.

• Do not install the LCD projection TV where it may be exposed to mechanical vibrations.

• When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance, it indicates a need for service.

For safe operations:

• Do not operate the LCD projection TV on anything but 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

• Do not operate the LCD projection TV if any liquid or solid object falls in it — have it checked immediately.

• 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.

• Leave enough space between the LCD projection TV or furniture and an outlet so that you can plug in/out easily.

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• Unplug the AC power cord during lightning storm.

• Do not keep the LCD projection TV plugged in if you are not going to use it for several days. Even if your LCD projection TV is turned off, it is still connected to AC power when plugged into an outlet.

• Do not pull the power cord to disconnect the LCD projection TV. Pull it out by the plug.

• Do not plug in too many appliances to the same power jack. Do not damage the power cord.

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

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

• 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.

• Give careful consideration to the environment when disposing of batteries.

Carry the LCD projection TV in the specified manner

If you carry the LCD projection TV 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.

• Carry the LCD projection TV with the specified number of persons (see page 12).

• Before carrying the LCD projection TV, disconnect any accessories or cables.

• Do not carry the LCD projection TV holding the screen edges.

Caution

Do not use the LCD projection TV at altitudes higher than 4000 m, as doing so might cause malfunctions.

Cleaning

Clean the rear cover area of the LCD projection TV regularly. Dust in rear cover area may cause a problem with the cooling system of the LCD projection TV set.

• To remove hard contamination, use a cloth moistene d with a solution of mild detergent and water. Do not use a spray cleaning solution directly to the TV. It should only be used to moisten the cleaning cloth.

• Clean the cabinet of the LCD projection TV with a dry soft cloth. To remove dust from the screen, wipe it gently with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly dampened with a solution of mild soap and warm water. Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine for cleaning. If picture brightness decreases over time, it may be necessary to clean the inside of the LCD projection TV. Consult qualified service personnel.

• Unplug the AC power cord when cleaning this unit. If not, it may result in electric shock.

• Do not rub, touch, or tap the surface of the screen with sharp or abrasive items, like a ball point pen or a screw driver. This type of contact may result in a scratched screen.

About the LCD projection TV

• Although the LCD projection TV is made with highprecision technology, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the screen. This is a structural property of the panel and is not a malfunction.

• When High contrast non-moving images such as station logos and channel numbers are displayed for a long period of time, there may be some image retention on the screen. This is only a temporary condition. Turning off the power for a while or letting the TV run on another channel will eliminate the retained image.

About the AC power cord

The shape of AC plug varies, depending on the regions.

• Do not carry the LCD projection TV holding the speaker grill.

• Hold the LCD projection TV tightly when carrying it.

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Projection lamp

• Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. It is time to replace the lamp with a new one (not supplied) when: – the lamp replacem ent indicator on the front panel bl inks

in red, – screen images become dark, – no image appears on the display after prolonged use.

• In rare instances, the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit, but the lamp unit is designed to contain all of broken glass pieces inside the lamp unit. (See “Replacing the lamp” on page 48.)

• When the lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a noticeable pop sound. This is normal and is inhe rent in this type of lamp.

• This television’s lamp contains mercury and should be disposed of properly. Consult your local authorities regarding safe disposal. If the lamp is broken during use, a small amount of mercury may be released. In this situation, move away from the product and ventilate the area. In case of accidental contact or inhalation, or if you feel unwell, consult a physician promptly.

Cooling fan

This LCD projection TV uses a cooling fan. You may hear some fan noise (depending on the placement of the LCD projection TV), which may be more noticeable during the night, or when ambient noise is particularly low.

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

This symbol is on the remote control.

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Overview of the remote

1 / – Input select / Text hold

7 8

In TV mode (page 21): Selects the input source from equipment connected to the

TV jacks. In Text mode (page 19): Holds the current page.

2 % – Muting (page 18)

Mutes the sound.

3 Function buttons (page 45)

• Selects the connected equipment you want to operate with this remote. The button of the equipment which the remote can operate lights up when operation buttons are pressed.

• Used to program the remote to operate Sony video/audio equipment.

4 Number buttons

In TV mode (page 18): Selects channels. In Text mode (page 19): Enters the three-digit page number to select the page.

;

5 / – Text (page 19)

Displays Text.

This button does not work with this model.

7 M/m/</,/ (page24)

Selects the item and setting when operating WEGA GATE.

8 RETURN

Returns to the previous page when operating WEGA GATE.

9 WEGA GATE (page 24)

Displays WEGA GATE which includes TV List, External Inputs, and Settings.

0 TOOLS (page 20)

Enables you to access various viewing options and change/make adjustments according to the source and screen mode.

qa / – Info / Text reveal

In TV mode (page 18): Displays information such as current channel number and screen mode. In Text mode (page 19): Reveals hidden information (e.g., answers to quizzes).

qs /-/-- – Previous channel (page 18)

Returns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds). When operating DVD, it works as the “Execute” button (page 46).

qd TV "/1 – TV standby (page 18)

Switches off the TV temporarily. The 1 (standby) indicator on the front of the TV lights up. Press again to switch on the TV from the standby mode.

qf "/1 – Power (page 46)

Switches the VCR, DVD, or audio equipment connected to the TV on or off.

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qg qh qj qk

ws wd

wf wg

qg / – Sleep Timer (page 41)

In TV mode (page 41): Activates Sleep Timer. In Text mode (page 19): Stands by the Text page.

qh – TV mode (page 21)

Exits Text mode, or returns to TV mode.

qj – Picture mode (page 28)

es ea e; wl wk

Selects the picture mode.

qk 9 – Sound mode (page 31)

Selects the sound mode.

ql DVD/VCR operating buttons (page 45)

Operates the connected DVD and VCR.

w; VISUAL SEARCH (page 46)

Works with connected equipment which has the visual search function.

wa 2 +/- – Volume (page 18)

Adjusts the volume.

ws DVD/VCR record buttons (page 45)

REC: Records the source REC PAUSE: Pauses recording

REC STOP: Stops recording

wd DVD TOP MENU (page 46)

Displays the top menu of the connected DVD equipment.

wf DVD MENU (page 46)

Displays the menu of a DVD.

wg POWER SAVING

This function does not work with this model.

wh F1/F2 (page 46)

Selects the function of connected equipment.

wj PROG +/-/ / (page 18)

In TV mode (page 18): Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. In Text mode (page 19): Selects the next (+) or previous (-) page.

wk Colored buttons

In Text mode (page 19): Used for Fastext.

– Screen mode (page 20)

Selects the type of the wide mode.

e; – Surround (page 32)

Selects the surround sound effect.

ea – Picture Freeze (page 19)

Freezes the current picture to display it on the left screen.

A/B/ – Text enlarge

In TV mode (page 18): Switches the sound between stereo and mono, or languages in bilingual programs. In Text mode (page 19): Switches the text size.

Tip

The PROG+, H (Play), A/B and number 5 buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the TV.

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Overview of the TV buttons and indicators

215934 678

To open the panel

To open the front panel of your TV, push up the panel door just under the mark.

WEGA GATE

PROG

1 WEGA GATE (page 24)

Displays WEGA GATE.

Confirms the selection or setting. Selects the video equipment connected to the TV’s video inputs.

3 2 +/-/ /

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

• In TV menu: Moves through the options left ( ) or right ( ).

4 PROG +/-/ /

In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. In TV menu: Moves through the options up ( ) or down ( ).

5 indicator (page 41)

Lights up in amber when the Sleep Timer/On Timer is set.

6 indicator

Flashes up in red when the lamp for the light source has burned out.

7 \ 1 indicator

Flashes in green when the light source is preparing to turn on. Lights up in green when the TV is switched on. Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode. When the lamp door or the lamp itself is not securely attached, the red indicator will continue to flash in intervals of three blinks at a time (see page 49).

8 Remote control sensor

Point the remote here.

9 1 (page 15)

Switches the TV on or off.

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Projection Lamp

Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. As with any lamp, it has lifespan and needs to be replaced when the lamp indicator flashes or the screen becomes darker.

Notes

After turning on your TV, it may take a while (1 minute or less) before the picture appears. When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied). How to replace the lamp, see page 48.

Warning

The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your TV is in use. To avoid eye discomfort or injury, do not look into the light housing when the power is on.

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Getting Started

65.

KF-E50A10

min. 2.0 m

KF-E42A10

min. 1.8 m

1: Installing the TV

Recommended Viewing Area

Your viewing position may affect the picture quality. For the best picture quality, install your TV within the areas shown below.

Model Viewing distance

KF-E42A10 min. 1.8 m

KF-E50A10 min. 2.0 m

Horizontal Viewing Area

KF-E50A10

min. 2.0 m

KF-E42A10

min. 1.8 m

65˚

65.

Vertical Viewing Area

KF-E50A10

min. 2.0 m

KF-E42A10

min. 1.8 m

Carrying Your TV

Carrying the TV requires at least two people. Do not hold by the pedestal or the front panel of the TV. Doing so may cause these parts to break off.

Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the TV.

When moving the TV, place one hand in the hole on the lower portion of the TV while grasping the top with the other hand, as shown in the illustration below.

KF-E42A10

30˚

KF-E50A10

30˚

If you have connected cables and cords, be sure to unplug them before moving the TV.

Notes

• To ensure the safety of children and the TV, keep children away from the TV during installation. Climbing on or pushing the TV or its stand may cause it to fall and damage the TV.

• When installing your TV against a wall, keep your TV at least 10 cm away from the wall to provide proper ventilation.

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Preventing the TV from Toppling Over

As a protective measure, secure the TV as follows.

Using the TV stand with support belts

Sony strongly recommends using the TV stand SURG11S (for KF-E42A10)/SU-RG11M (for KFE50A10) with a support belt designed for your TV.

2: Inserting batteries into the remote

Getting Started

Note

When using the SU-RG11S for KF-E42A10 (not supplied)/ SU-RG11M for KF-E50A10 (not supplied) stand for your TV, you must use the support belt.

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.

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3: Connecting an antenna/VCR

To 8 VHF/UHF

(antenna)

Antenna cable (not supplied)

To 8 VHF/UHF

(antenna)

Antenna cable (not supplied)

Rear of the TV

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

To video and audio outputs

l: Signal flow

To antenna output

VCR

VIDEO

AUDIO

R L

Audio/Video cable (not supplied)

To 1

(S video input)

S video cable (not supplied)

To S video output

To t1/3 (video input) L (MONO) (audio input) R (audio input)

Rear of the TV

1312

PB/CB

R/CR

(

MONO

)

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1 Connect your antenna with the antenna

cable (not supplied).

If connecting to an antenna only (A)

Connect the male plug to the

8 VHF/UHF

(antenna) jack on the rear of the TV.

Notes

• Note that one end of the cable has a male plug fitted while the other end is fitted with a female jack.

• Do not connect the power cord until all other connections are complete; otherwise, a minimal current leakage through the antenna and/or other terminals to the ground could occur.

If connecting to a VCR with an antenna (B)

Connect your antenna to the input jack on your VCR.

Notes

• If you connect a monaural VCR, connect the yellow

• If you connect a VCR to the 8 VHF/UHF (antenna)

• If the S video cable is connected to this TV and the

t VIDEO (the yellow jack) and the black

plug to plug to AUDIO-L (MONO) (the white jack).

jack, preset the signal output from the VCR to the program number 0 on the TV.

VCR, the S video signal is automatically selected.

2 Connect your VCR.

Connect the output jack on your VCR to the input jack on the rear of the TV.

4: Switching on the TV

WEGA GATE

PROG

1 Connect the AC power cord to the AC

power jack (220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz).

2 Press 1 on the TV (front side).

When you switch on the TV for the first time, the language menu appears on the screen, then go to “5: Selecting the language” on page 16. When the TV is in standby mode (+ 1 indicator on the front of the TV is red), press TV +/1 on the remote to switch on the TV.

Getting Started

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5: Selecting the

6: Auto-programming

language

When you switch on the TV for the first time, the language menu appears on the screen.

M/m/</,

the TV

After selecting the language, a message confirming that the TV starts auto program appears on the screen. You must tune the TV to receive channels (TV broadcasts). Do the following to search and store all available channels.

Press M/m/</, to select the language displayed on the menu screens, then press

Initial Setup

Please select your language

English

Select:

Enter:

The message confirming that the TV starts auto program appears on the screen, then go to “6: Autoprogramming the TV”.

End:

WEGA GATE

Press to select “Yes”.

Initial Setup

Please connect cable / antenna before starting auto program

Start auto program now?

Ye s

Select:

Enter:

End:

WEGA GATE

Initial Setup

Program TV System

VHF Low

Press any key to cancel

Auto

End:

WEGA GATE

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The TV starts searching for all available channels. This may take some time. Do not press any buttons on the TV or remote until it is completed. Once all available channels have been stored, the TV returns to normal operation, displaying the channel stored on channel number 1.

Tip

If you press any of the buttons during auto-programming, auto-programming operation is canceled. To perform autoprogramming again, activate “Initial Reset” in the “Setup” menu (page 40).

When a message appears for you to confirm the antenna connections

No channels are found. Check all the antenna connections and press to start auto-program again.

To change the order in which the channels are stored on the TV

See page 37.

Getting Started

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Watching TV

WEGA GATE

PROG

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

the TV.

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

2 Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to

select a TV channel.

To select one-digit channel numbers, press 0 and the channel number.

Tips

• If you press the number button without pressing 0 to select a one-digit channel, you must wait for two seconds until

receiving the channel.

• You can have one-digit channels selected immediately when you press the number buttons after setting “1Digit Direct” to “On” (page 36).

Additional operations

To Do this

Turn off the TV temporarily (Standby mode)

Turn off the TV completely

Adjust the volume Press 2 + (increase)

Press TV "/1.

Press 1 on the front side of the TV.

/- (decrease).

Mute the sound Press %. Press again to restore.

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

Select the surround sound effect

Switch the TV automatically to the standby mode after a specified time period – Sleep

Switch the sound between stereo and mono, or languages in bilingual programs

Display the on-scr een information

Press /-/--.

Press . For details, see page 32.

Press . For details, see page 41.

Press A/B/

Press / .

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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 / . To change the text size, press A/B/ . To have a Text page stand by while watching a TV program, press / .

Tips

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

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

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

To enjoy stereo or bilingual programs

Switches the sound of NICAM or A2 (German) stereo system. Press A/B/ repeatedly until you receive the sound you want. The sound will be indicated on the screen as follows.

Notes

• If the signal is very weak, the sound becomes monaural automatically.

• If the stereo sound is noisy when receiving a NICAM program, select “Mono”. The sound becomes monaural, but the noise is reduced.

If the sound of a monaural program is noisy or distorted

Press A/B/ to change the on-screen display from “Auto” to “Mono”.

Notes

• The “Mono” or “Auto” setting is memorized for each program position.

• You cannot receive a stereo broadcast signal when “Mono” is selected for the program position.

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 again to return to normal TV mode.

Watching TV

Broadcasting On-screen display

NICAM stereo NICAM (stereo sound)

Y Mono (regular sound)

NICAM bilingual NICAM Main (main sound)

r NICAM Sub (sub sound) r Mono (regular sound)

NICAM monaural NICAM Main (main sound)

Y Mono (regular sound)

A2 (German) stereo

A2 (German) bilingual

Tips

• NICAM is receivable in following countries/regions. Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, Malaysia, Thailand, etc.

• A2 (German) is receivable in following countries/regions. Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, etc.

Mono (regular sound) Y Stereo (stereo sound)

Main (main sound) Y Sub (sub sound)

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To change the screen mode manually to suit the broadcast

Press repeatedly to select Wide Zoom, Normal, Full or Zoom.

Wide Zoom*

Enlarges the center portion of the picture. The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16:9 screen.

Normal

TOOLS operation (for TV)

You can access the following options quickly by pressing TOOLS. Available items differ depending on the screen mode and source.

Tools Menu

Freeze

Twin Picture

Picture

Sound

Wide Mode

Screen Shift

Vertical Size

Displays the 4:3 picture in its original size. Side bars are shown to fill the 16:9 screen.

Note

You cannot select “Normal” when input signals are 720p/ 1080i.

Full

Stretches the 4:3 picture horizontally, to fill the 16:9 screen.

Zoom*

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

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

Tips

• Alternatively, you can set “Auto Wide” to “On”. The TV will automatically select the best mode to suit the broadcast (page 33).

• “Full 1”, “Full 2”, “Normal” and “Zoom” are available for Wide Mode when PC input is selected.

Item You can

Close Close the Tools Menu.

Freeze Freeze the screen (page 19).

Twin Picture Display two screens (page 38).

Full Screen (Appears in Twin Picture mode.)

Picture Adjust picture (page 28).

Sound Adjust sound (page 31).

Wide Mode Select the screen mode

Screen Shift Adjust the screen position by

Vertical Size Adjust the picture size in vertical

Returns to Full Screen.

(page 20).

pressing

direction by pressing (page 34). This menu appears only when the Zoom mode is selected.

</,/m/M (page 34).

m/M

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Viewing pictures from

TOOLS operation (for connected equipment)

connected equipment

Switch on the connected equipment, then press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol (see below) appears on the screen.

On Screen Display

Video 1

Video 2

Video 3 Video : 3 (Rear)

HD/DVD 1

HD/DVD 2

HDMI Video/Audio : (Rear) HDMI IN

PC Video : (Rear) PC (RGB)

To return to normal TV operation, press .

Note

To view the picture from the component input on the side panel, select “Auto” in “Video2(Component)” in “Setup” menu (page 40).

Input jacks

Video : 1 (Rear) or Audio : 1 (Rear) L(MONO)/R

Video : 2 (Side) Video : 2 (Side) Y, P Audio : 2 (Side) L(MONO)/R

Audio : 3 (Rear) L(MONO)/R

Video : 1 (Rear) Y, P Audio : 1 (Rear) L/R

Video : 2 (Rear) Y, P Audio : 2 (Rear) L/R

Audio : (Rear) L/R

Audio : (Rear) PC

B/CB, PR/CR

You can access the following options quickly by pressing TOOLS. Available items differ depending on the screen mode and source.

For video input

Tools Menu

Freeze

Twin Picture

Picture

Sound

Wide Mode

Screen Shift

Vertical Size

Item You can

Close Close the Tools Menu.

Freeze Freeze the screen (page 19).

Twin Picture Display two screens (page 38).

Full Screen (Appears in Twin Picture mode.)

Picture Adjust picture (page 28).

Sound Adjust sound (page 31).

Wide Mode Select the screen mode

Screen Shift Adjust the screen position by

Returns to Full Screen.

(page 20).

pressing

</,/m/M (page 34).

Watching TV

Vertical Size Adjust the picture size in vertical

direction by pressing (page 34). This menu appears only when the Zoom mode is selected.

m/M

Continued

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For PC input

Tools Menu

Picture

Sound

Wide Mode

Item You can

Close Close the Tools Menu.

Picture Adjust picture (page 28).

Sound Adjust sound (page 31).

Wide Mode Select the screen mode.

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Watching TV

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Introducing WEGA GATE

Overview of WEGA GATE

WEGA GATE provides one button access for controlling your TV. It enables you to perform a variety of tasks intuitively with a control panel on the screen rather than a variety of remote control button presses. When you press , you can select from basic TV function: watching TV, viewing external equipment signals, adjusting TV settings.

GATE

1 Press WEGA GATE on the remote.

The WEGA GATE control panel appears.

WEGA GATE

TV List

External Inputs

Settings

Show available TV programs

Select: Enter: End:

2 Press M/m to highlight the item you

want.

3 Press to select.

Press WEGA GATE to exit.

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Using TV List in WEGA GATE

The TV List feature lets you select TV programs from a list of channel labels. You can assign a label to each channel. (page 36)

1 Select TV List from the WEGA GATE

control panel and press .

The TV List panel appears.

2 Press M/m to highlight the desired TV

channel and press .

TV List

Return

Select: Enter: End:

Using External Inputs in WEGA GATE

The External Inputs feature lets you select equipment that is connected to your TV, such as a DVD player/PC. You can assign a label to your equipment or skip unused inputs conveniently. (page 39)

1 Select External Inputs from the WEGA

GATE control panel and press .

The External Inputs panel appears.

2 Press M/m to highlight the desired

external input and press .

External Inputs

Return

Video 1

Video 2

Video 3

DVD1

DVD2

Video 1

Video 2

Video 3

DVD1

DVD2

Introducing WEGA GATE

Select: Enter: End:

Using Settings in WEGA GATE

The Settings feature lets you adjust/set the Picture, Sound, Screen, Program, Twin Picture, Setup or Timer settings. For details, see page 26.

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Using Settings

Overview of the Settings

The following options are available in each menu. Also, see page in parentheses for details of each menu.

Options for TV and video input

Picture

Picture Mode Vivid

Reset

Iris

Picture

Brightness

WEGA GATE

Select:

Enter:

1 Picture

Picture Mode (28) Reset (28) Iris/Picture/Brightness/Color/Hue (29) Color Temperature (29) Sharpness (29) Noise Reduction (29) DRC Mode (29) DRC Palette (30) Advanced Video (30)

– Reset/Black Corrector/Advanced Iris/Gamma/

Clear White/Live Color

2 Sound

Sound Mode (31) Reset (31) Treble/Bass/Balance (31) Steady Sound (31) Vol u m e L evel ( 3 2 ) Effect (32) BBE (32) Speaker (32) Audio Out (32)

End:

3 Screen

Wide Mode (33) Auto Wide (33) 4:3 Default (33) Display Area (34) Screen Shift (34) Vertical Size (34)

4 Program

Auto Program (35) Manual Program (35)

– Program/TV System/Fine/Skip/Sensitivity/VHF

Low/VHF High/UHF

1Digit Direct (36) Program Label (36) Program Block (36) Program Sorting (37)

5 Twin Picture

On (38) Off (38)

6 Setup

Game Mode (39) Video Label (39) Language (39) Video2(Component) (40) Image Shift (40) High Altitude (40) Cinema Drive (40) Color System (40) Initial Reset (40)

7 Timer

Sleep Timer (41) On Timer (41)

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Options for PC input

PC input signal compatibility chart

Picture

Display Mode Video

Reset

Iris

Picture

Brightness

Select:

Enter:

End:

WEGA GATE

1 Picture

Display Mode (28) Reset (28) Iris/Picture/Brightness (29) Color Temperature (29)

2 Sound

Sound Mode (31) Reset (31) Treble/Bass/Balance (31) Effect (32) Speaker (32) Audio Out (32)

3 Screen

Wide Mode (33) Auto Adjustment (34) Phase/Pitch (34) Horizontal Center/Vertical Center (34)

6 Setup

Power Management (39) Video Label (39) Language (39) Image Shift (40) High Altitude (40)

Signal

Resolution Horizontal (Pixel)

Vertical (Line)

Horizontal frequency (kHz)

Ver tic al frequency (Hz)

VESA standard

VGA 640 × 480 31.5 60 -*

640 × 480 37.5 75 ✔

640 × 480 43.3 85 ✔

720 × 400 31.5 70 -*

SVGA 800 × 600 35.2 56 ✔

800 × 600 37.9 60 ✔

800 × 600 46.9 75 ✔

800 × 600 48.1 72 ✔

XGA 1024 × 768 48.4 60 ✔

1024 × 768 56.5 70 ✔

1024 × 768 60 75 ✔

WXGA 1280 × 768 47.4 60 ✔

1280 × 768 47.8 60 ✔

* Corresponding to the VGA signal

Tips

• This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.

• This TV’s PC input does not support interlaced signals.

• This TV’s PC input supports signals in the above chart with a 60 Hz vertical frequency. For other signals, “Unsupported Signal” will be displayed. For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use signals with a 60 Hz vertical frequency from a personal computer.

Using Settings

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Picture menu

Picture

Picture Mode Vivid

Reset

Iris

Picture

Brightness

Select:

Picture Mode

Enter:

Selects the picture mode.

Press M/m to select one of the following picture modes, then press .

Vivid: Enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard: Standard picture settings recommended for home entertainment. Custom: Professional monitor like appearance settings.

Tip

You can also change the picture mode by pressing repeatedly.

Video

End:

WEGA GATE

You can select the options listed below on the Picture menu.

To select options

1 Press .

GATE

2 Press M/m to select , then press . 3 Press M/m to select , then press . 4 Press M/m to highlight the option, then press .

Tip

The available options differ depending on the “Picture Mode” setting and input source.

indicates the available options for TV.

Video

indicates the available options for video input.

indicates the available options for PC input.

Display Mode

Video

Reset

Select the optimum display mode for video or text source.

Press M/m to select one of the following display modes, then press .

Video: Optimized to view video images. Text: Optimized to view text, charts or tables.

Resets the picture settings, except the “Advanced Video” setting, to the factory settings.

Press </, to select “Ok”, then press .

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Video

Iris/Picture/Brightness /Color/Hue

PC TV

Video

“Iris” adjusts the contrast levels. “Picture” increases picture contrast (the color becomes deeper), or decreases it (the color becomes softer). “Brightness” brightens or darkens the picture. “Color” increases or decreases color intensity. “Hue” increases or decreases the green tone.

1 Press to select the option. 2 Press M/m to set the level, then press .

Tip

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

Video

Color Temperature

Changes the color tone of the picture.

Press M/m to select one of the following, then press .

Cool: Gives the white colors a blue tint. Neutral: Gives the white colors a neutral tint. Warm1/Warm2: Gives the white colors a red tint. Warm2 is redder than Warm1.

Tip

“Warm1/Warm2” only appears and can be adjusted if “Picture Mode” is set to “Custom”.

Video

Sharpness

Using Settings

Noise Reduction

DRC Mode

Sharpens or softens the picture.

Press </, to set the level, then press .

Video

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

Press M/m to select one of the following, then press .

Auto: Automatically reduces the picture noise. High/Medium/Low: Modifies the effect of the noise reduction. Off: Turns off the noise reduction feature.

Note

This option cannot be used in Twin Picture, Picture Freeze mode.

Video

Selects the density adjustment according to the source.

Press M/m to select one of the following, then press .

High Density: Creates a high-resolution picture with four times density. Recommended for high quality sources such as DVD. Progressive: Recommended for moving pictures. Off: Deactivates the DRC Mode.

Notes

• This option cannot be used in Twin Picture, Picture Freeze mode.

• This option cannot be used for 480p, 576p, 720p, and 1080i sources.

• This option cannot be used when “Game Mode” is “On” (page 39).

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DRC Palette

Advanced Video

Video

Allows you to customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity) using the DRC palette displayed on the screen.

Press M/m to adjust Reality, or </, to adjust Clarity, then press .

Notes

• This option cannot be used in Twin Picture, Picture Freeze mode.

• This option cannot be used for 480p, 576p, 720p, and 1080i sources.

• This option cannot be used when “Noise Reduction” is “Auto” (page 29).

• This option cannot be used when “DRC Mode” is “Off” (page 29).

• This option cannot be used when “Game Mode” is “On” (page 39).

Video

You can adjust the following options. “Reset” resets the settings of the options in “Advanced Video” to the factory settings. “Black Corrector” enhances the contrast performance. “Advanced Iris” controls Iris shutter automatically. “Gamma” adjusts light and dark balance. “Clear White” emphasizes the whiteness of the picture. “Live Color” improves the vividness of colors.

1 Press M/m to select an option, then press . 2 Press M/m to select a setting, then press .

Black Corrector: High/Medium/Low/Off Advanced Iris: High/Medium/Low/Off Gamma: Max/High/Medium/Low/Off Clear White: High/Low/Off Live Color: High/Medium/Low/Off

Tip

This option cannot be selected when “Picture Mode” is set to “Vivid” or “Standard”.

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Sound menu

Sound

Sound Mode Dynamic

Reset

Treble

Bass

Balance

Select:

Sound Mode

Enter:

Selects the sound effects.

Press M/m to select one of the following sound effects, then press .

Dynamic: Enhances clarity, detail, and sound presence. Standard: Suitable for spoken dialog. Custom: Flat setting. Allows you to store your own preferred settings.

Tip

You can also change the sound mode by pressing 9 repeatedly.

Video

End:

WEGA GATE

You can select the options listed below on the Sound menu.

To select options

1 Press .

GATE

2 Press M/m to select , then press . 3 Press M/m to select , then press . 4 Press M/m to highlight the option, then press .

indicates the available options for TV.

Video

indicates the available options for video input.

indicates the available options for PC input.

Note

You cannot operate the Sound menu when headphones are connected.

Using Settings

Reset

Video

Resets the sound settings, except the “Sound Mode” setting, to the factory settings.

Press M/m to select “Reset”, then press .

Treble/Bass/Balance

Adjusts higher-pitched sounds (Treble), adjusts lower-pitched sounds (Bass), and emphasizes left or right speaker balance (Balance).

1 Press to select the option. 2 Press </, to set the level, then press .

Steady Sound

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

Press M/m to select “On”, then press .

Video

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Volume Level

Video

Effect

BBE

Speaker

Video

Decreases or increases the sound level.

Press </, to set the level, then press .

Provides the surround sound effect.

Press M/m to select one of the following sound effects, then press .

TruSurround XT: Activates the surround sound (for stereo programs only). Simulated: Adds a surround-like effect to mono programs. Off: For normal stereo or mono reception.

Tips

• Simulated function is using SRS 3D Mono.

• You can also select the surround sound effect by pressing repeatedly.

Gives sound impact by compensating for the phase effects in speakers.

Press M/m to select one of the following, then press .

High: The sound is reproduced with more impact. Low: The sound is reproduced with impact. Off: For normal stereo or mono reception.

Video

Audio Out

Switches on/off the TV’s internal speakers.

Press M/m to select “On” or “Off”, then press .

On: The sound of the TV is output through the TV’s speakers. Off: No sound is output through the TV’s speakers. Select “Off” when you want to hear the sound only through the external audio equipment connected to the audio output jacks .

Video

Sets the method used to adjust the volume from the connected audio system. This option can be selected only when “Speaker” is set to “Off”.

Press M/m to select one of the following, then press .

Variable: The audio output level from the connected audio system can be controlled by the TV’s remote. Fixed: The audio volume is fixed on the TV. Adjust the volume (and the audio settings) on the audio system.

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Screen menu

Screen

Wide Mode Wide Zoom

Auto Wide On

4:3 Default Wide Zoom

Display Area Noamal

Screen Shift

Select:

Wide Mode

Enter:

Video

Selects the wide mode manually. For details about the wide mode, see page 20.

Press M/m to select “Wide Zoom”, “Normal”, “Full” or “Zoom” (see page 20 for details), then press .

Note

You cannot select “Normal” when input signals are 720p/1080i.

Tip

You can also select the wide mode manually by pressing repeatedly.

End:

WEGA GATE

You can select the options listed below on the Screen menu.

To select options

1 Press .

GATE

2 Press M/m to select , then press . 3 Press M/m to select , then press . 4 Press M/m to highlight the option, then press .

indicates the available options for TV.

Video

indicates the available options for video input.

indicates the available options for PC input.

Note

You cannot operate the Screen menu in Twin Pictu re or Picture Freeze mode.

Using Settings

Auto Wide

4:3 Default

Video

Automatically changes the screen format according to the broadcast signal.

Press M/m to select “On”, then press .

To keep your setting, select “Off”.

Note

You cannot select “Normal” when input signals are 720p/1080i.

Tip

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

Video

Sets the way to enlarge the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen.

Press M/m to select one of the following, then press .

Wide Zoom: Enlarges the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, keeping the original image as much as possible. Normal: Returns the 4:3 picture to its original size. Full: Enlarges the 4:3 picture horizontally only. Zoom: Displays cinemascopic (letter box format) broadcasts in the correct proportions. Off: Continues using the current Wide Mode setting when the channel or input is changed.

Note

You cannot select “Normal” when input signals are 720p/1080i.

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Display Area

Screen Shift

Vertical Size

Video

Slightly enlarges the screen.

Press M/m to select “-1”, or “-2” to enlarge more, then press .

To restore the original size, select “Normal”.

Video

Adjusts the screen position horizontally and vertically, however, vertical adjustment is available only in Zoom mode.

Press M/m to adjust the vertical position, or </, to adjust the horizontal position, then press .

Tip

You can access this option quickly by pressing TOOLS.

Video

Adjusts the vertical size of the picture in Zoom mode.

Press M/m to adjust the size, then press .

Tip

You can access this option quickly by pressing TOOLS.

Auto Adjustment

Adjusts the display position of the picture automatically.

Press < to select “Start”, then press .

To cancel this operation, select “Cancel”.

Phase/Pitch

“Phase” adjusts the phase to reduce flickering of the screen. “Pitch” adjusts the pitch to make unwanted vertical stripes disappear.

1 Press to select the option. 2 Press M/m to improve the screen appearance, then press .

Horizontal Center/Vertical Center

“Horizontal Center” adjusts the horizontal position of the picture. “Vertical Center” adjusts the vertical position of the picture.

1 Press to select the option. 2 Press M/m to adjust the position, then press .

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Program menu

Program

Auto Program

Manual Program

Select:

1 Digit Direct

Program Label

Program Block

Enter:

Off

End:

WEGA GATE

You can select the options listed below on the Program menu.

To select options

1 Press .

GATE

2 Press M/m to select , then press . 3 Press M/m to select , then press . 4 Press M/m to highlight the option, then press .

indicates the available options for TV.

Video

indicates the available options for video input.

indicates the available options for PC input.

Auto Program

Manual Program

Tunes in all the available channels. Usually you do not need to perform this operation because the channels are already tuned in when the TV is first installed (page 16). 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).

Follow the operation of “6: Auto-programming the TV” (page 16).

When all available channels have been tuned in, the TV returns to normal operation.

Allows you to preset, adjust, skip, and tune in channels manually.

Press M/m to select one of the following options, then press .

Option Description

Program Presets channels manually.

TV System

1 Press M/m to select “Program”, then press . 2 Press M/m to select the program number you want to

manually tune in, then press <.

3 Press M/m to select “TV System”, then press . 4 Press M/m to select the best received TV broadcast

systems, then press <.

Repeat the procedure above to preset other channels manually.

5 Press .

GATE

Using Settings

Fine Fine-tunes the selected program number manually if you feel that a

slight tuning adjustment will improve the picture quality. (Normally, fine tuning is performed automatically.)

Press M/m to adjust the fine tuning, then press .

To restore automatic fine tuning, select “Auto”.

Continued

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Option Description

Skip Skips unused channels when you press PROG +/- to select

channels. (You can still select a skipped channel using the number buttons.)

Press M/m to select “On”, then press .

To restore a skipped channel, select “Off”.

Sensitivity Adjusts the TV reception sensitivity if the TV signal is too strong

and the picture is distorted.

Press m to select “Low”, then press .

1Digit Direct

Program Label

VHF Low/ VHF High/ UHF

Setting “1Digit Direct” to “On”, you can switch the channel to the one assigned to a number button as soon as you press the button. To enjoy the benefit of this feature, assign the channels you frequently watch to the program positions which are equivalent to the number buttons using “Program Sorting” (page 37).

Tunes in a channel manually.

Press </, until the desired channel’s broadcast appears on the TV screen, then press .

Tip

The frequency range indication (VHF Low, VHF High, or UHF) switches automatically as you keep pressing </,.

Note

If the TV reception is not satisfactory, adjust the above options.

Press M/m to select “On”, then press .

Tip

If there are many two-digit channels and you select them using the number buttons, select “Off”.

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

1 Press M/m to select the channel you want to name.

Program Block

2 Press </, to select the position to input a character, M/m to select the

desired letter or number.

3 Repeat the procedure in step 2 until the name is complete, then press

Blocks an individual channel from being watched.

1 Press M/m to select the channel you want to block, then press . 2 Press M/m to select “Block”, then press .

To watch the channel, select “Allow”.

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Program Sorting

Channels are assigned to the program positions sequentially when they are tuned in during auto-programming. “Program Sorting” allows you to replace the channel assigned to a program position with another channel.

1 Press M/m to select the channel you want to assign to another program

position, then press .

2 Press M/m to select the program position you want to assign the channel

to, then press .

Repeat the procedure in steps 1 and 2 to reassign other channels, if required.

Using Settings

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Twin Picture menu

Twin Picture

Off

Language

Power Saving

Video

End:

WEGA GATE

Select:

Enter:

Twin Picture

You can view different pictures at the same time.

Press to select “On”.

Two screens are displayed.

To select options

1 Press .

GATE

2 Press M/m to select , then press . 3 Press M/m to select , then press .

indicates the available options for TV.

Video

indicates the available options for video input.

indicates the available options for PC input.

Note

PC input pictures are not displayed on the Twin Picture screens.

Tips

• You can select the same program for both screens.

• Pictures input through the HDMI and component jacks are not displayed on the right screen.

• You can access this option quickly by pressing TOOLS.

To switch the active screen (the screen framed in green)

Press </,.

To change the program on the active screen

Press PROG +/-.

To change the program on the inactive screen

Press M/m.

To change the input source

1 Select the active screen. 2 Press / repeatedly.

To return to Full screen

Press .

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Setup menu

Setup

Game Mode

Video Label

Language

Video2 ( Component

Image Shift

Select:

Enter:

Game Mode

Off

English

)

Off

Auto

The TV is optimized for playing games.

Press to select “On”.

Video

End:

WEGA GATE

You can select the options listed below on the Setup menu.

To select options

1 Press .

GATE

2 Press M/m to select , then press . 3 Press M/m to select , then press . 4 Press M/m to highlight the option, then press .

indicates the available options for TV.

Video

indicates the available options for video input.

indicates the available options for PC input.

Power Management

Switches to standby mode when there is no signal input for 10 minutes.

Press M/m to select “On”, then press .

Tip

“TV will turn off soon” appears on the screen one minute before the TV switches to standby mode.

Video

Video Label

Assigns a name (jack number or equipment type) to the equipment connected to the side and rear jacks. The name will be displayed briefly on the screen when the equipment is selected.

1 Press M/m to select the jack you want to name, then press . 2 Press M/m to select a desired name, then press . 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to name other jacks.

Tip

To make the jack that no equipment is connected not to be displayed, select “Skip” in step 2.

Video

Language

Selects the language in which the menus are displayed.

Press M/m to select the language, then press .

All menus will appear in the selected language.

Using Settings

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Video2(Component)

Setup

Select:

Enter:

End:

Component

Comp

Component

Selects the type of the video jack to be used from those on the left side of the TV.

Press M/m to select one of the following, then press .

Auto: Activates the component video jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR), however, the composite video jack is selected when the component video jacks are not connected. Off: Activates the composite video jack ( ).

Video

Image Shift

Corrects the image on your TV.

Video

High Altitude

Cinema Drive

Before adjusting

etu

ame Mod

eo La

angua

Image Shif

elect

Enter

onen

evel

Level

evel

EGA GAT

After adjusting

Setup

Game Mode

Video Label

Language

Video2 ( Component

Image Shift

Select:

Enter:

Off

English

)

Off

Auto

WEGA GATE

End:

Auto (Factory setting): Automatically corrects double images. Level 1-4: Aligns the images and improve the picture. The adjusted value tends to move strongly away from Level 1, and towards Level 4.

Video

Selects On when you use the TV at an altitude of 5,000 feet (1,500 m) or higher.

Press M/m to select “On”, then press .

Video

Provides an optimized display by automatically detecting the film content. Moving pictures will appear clearer and more natural-looking.

Press M/m to select “Auto”, then press .

Tip

You can select this option for NTSC system pictures only.

Video

Color System

Sets the color system of the TV to that of the source you want to play back.

Press M/m to select the color system, then press .

Usually select “Auto” so that an appropriate color system for the source is selected automatically.

Video

Initial Reset

Resets all the manual settings to the factory settings.

Press < to select “Ok”, then press . Repeat this operation once more.

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Timer menu

Timer

Sleep Timer

On Timer

Select:

Enter:

Sleep Timer

Off

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

Press M/m to select the desired time period in minute (“15M”/“30M”/“45M”/ “60M”/“90M”/“120M”), then press .

The (Timer) indicator on the TV (front side) lights up in amber.

Tips

• You can set the sleep timer by pressing repeatedly.

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

• “TV will turn off soon” appears on the screen one minute before the TV switches to standby mode.

• If you press , the remaining time in minutes before the TV switches to standby mode is displayed

WEGA GATE

End:

Video

on the screen.

You can select the options listed below on the Timer menu.

To select options

1 Press .

GATE

2 Press M/m to select , then press . 3 Press M/m to select , then press . 4 Press M/m to highlight the option, then press .

indicates the available options for TV.

Video

indicates the available options for video input.

indicates the available options for PC input.

Using Settings

On Timer

Video

Sets a time when the TV automatically switches itself on.

1 Press M/m to select “Timer Set”, then press . 2 Press M/m to select “On”, then press .

The (Timer) indicator on the TV (front side) lights up in amber.

3 To set the time, press M/m to select “Time”, then press . 4 Set the hour using M/m, then press ,. 5 Set the minute using M/m, then press .

Tips

• To cancel the on-timer setting, select “Off” in step 2.

• You can set the on-timer in 10-minute increment for up to 12 hours later.

• If the TV is not operated for two hours after it is turned on by the on-timer, the TV automatically switches itself to standby mode.

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Using Optional Equipment

Connecting optional equipment

You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV. Connect the cables, matching the colors of the plugs with those of the jack.

Connecting to the side/rear of the TV

Camcorder with component video out

Camcorder without component video out

Personal computer

PC IN

(

RGB

)

MONO (

Headphones

To connect Do this

Camcorder or video game equipment

Connect to the video jack 2, or component jack 2, and the audio jacks 2. If you connect mono equipment, connect it to the L(MONO) jack

2 (page 43).

Headphones B Connect to the i jack to listen to

sound from the TV on headphones.

Note

To see the image from Component input on the side panel, select “Auto” in “Video2(Component)” in “Setup” menu (page 40).

To connect Do this

Personal computer CConnect to the PC Input jack RGB

and the audio jack on the rear of the TV.

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Connecting to the rear of the TV

*1*2

Digital Satellite Receiver/Digital Terrestrial Receiver

DVD player with component output

To Y, PB/CB, PR/CR 1/2 (component video input) L (audio input) R (audio input)

To 1 (S video input) t1/3 (video input) L (MONO) (audio input) R (audio input)

Video game equipment

DVD player without component output

1312

PB/CB

R/CR

To t1/3 (video input) L (MONO) (audio input)

(

MONO

)

R (audio input)

VCR

*1Use an HDMI cable, HDMI-to-DVI cable, or adaptor (not supplied). *2When using an HDMI cable, it is not necessary to connect the audio cable. When

using an HDMI-to-DVI cable or an adaptor, it is necessary to connect the audio cable.

Using Optional Equipment

Continued

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1312

PB/CB

R/CR

(

MONO

)

DVD recorder

VCR

To T (video output) L (audio output)

R (audio output)

To L (audio output) R (audio output)

Hi-Fi audio equipment

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To connect Do this

Digital satellite receiver or digital terrestrial receiver

DVD player with component output

DVD recorder or VCR F

Connect only to the HDMI IN jack. The digital video and audio signals are input from the digital receiver.

Tip

If the digital receiver has an HDMI jack, connecting via an HDMI cable will provide the best results.

Note

When using an HDMI-to-DVI cable or an adapter, be sure to connect the DVI output connector first; then connect to the HDMI jack on the TV.

Connect to the component jack

1, 2 and the audio jacks 1, 2. For better picture quality, component connection is recommended if your DVD player has a component output.

Connect to the video output jacks

to record the image from the TV. Connect to the audio output jacks to record to the sound from the TV on the DVD recorder or VCR. To turn off the sound of the TV speakers, set “Speaker” to “Off” (page 32).

Programming the remote

If you have Sony VCRs/DVDs and Sony DVD Home Theater Systems/Amplifiers, do the following procedure to program the remote so that you can operate them using this remote.

Note

Before you start, look up the three-digit code for your equipment on page 46. For equipment that has more than one code, try with the first code number.

Video game equipment or DVD player without component output

Hi-Fi audio equipment I

Connect to the S video jack 1 or the video jack 1, 2 or 3, and the audio jacks 1, 2 or 3. To avoid picture noise, do not connect the camcorder to the video jack

1 and the S video jack 1 at the same time. If you connect mono equipment, connect to the L (MONO) jack 1, 2 or 3.

Connect to the audio output jacks

to listen to the sound from the TV on the Hi-Fi audio equipment. To turn off the sound of the TV speakers, set “Speaker” to “Off” (page 32).

1 Press and hold the DVD, VCR, or AMP

function button you want to program on the remote and press the

/ button

simultaneously.

The selected function button (DVD, VCR, or AMP) will flash.

2 Enter the three-digit code using the number

buttons while the function button is lit. (approximately 10 seconds)

3 Press /-/-- or to complete the

programming.

When the programming is done successfully, the selected function button will flash twice slowly, and if not, will flash five times quickly.

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To check if the code works

Aim the remote to the equipment, then press "/1. If the equipment responds, the programming is completed. If not, try the next code listed.

Equipment’s codes

Equipment Code

VCR 001*, 002, 003, 004

DVD 101*, 151, 201, 202, 203

Amplifier 301, 302, 303, 304, 401*, 402, 403, 451

* Factory setting

To set the remote to restore operation of the TV automatically

In the factory setting, the remote is set to operate a piece of equipment selected by one of the function buttons. The remote operates the equipment until another function button is pressed.

You can set the remote to operate the TV automatically if the remote has not been used to operate the other equipment for 30 seconds.

You can select either setting by the following operation. Holding TV "/1 down, press 2- and PROGsimultaneously.

When the remote returns to operate the TV, the TV button will light up. When the remote is set to operate a different piece of equipment, all four function buttons will light up simultaneously.

Using other equipment with the remote

To operate other connected equipment, first program the necessary code.

Note

Some functions cannot be operated with the TV’s remote depending on the equipment. In that case, use the remote supplied with the equipment.

To operate a VCR

To Press

activate the remote to operate the VCR

turn on/off

change channels PROG+/-

record REC z

VCR

"/1

To Press

stop recording REC STOP x

pause recording REC PAUSE X (press

again to resume recording)

play H

stop x

fast forward M

rewind the tape m

pause X (press again to resume

normal playback)

search the picture forward or backward

M or m during playback (release to resume normal playback)

To operate a DVD player

To Press

activate the remote to operate the DVD

turn on/off

play H

stop x

pause X (press again to resume

step through different tracks of the disc

step through different chapters of the disc

select a track directly 0-9, /-/--

display the top menu DVD TOP MENU

display the disc menu DVD MENU

operate the DVD menu V v B b,

select the SYSTEM MENU WEGA GATE

DVD

"/1

normal playback)

m to fast reverse, or M to fast forward the disc during playback

> to step forward, or . to step backward

To operate a 5.1ch DVD AV System (DAV)

To Press

activate the remote to operate the DVD

turn on/off

display the top menu DVD TOP MENU

display the disc menu DVD MENU

play H

stop x

DVD

"/1

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To Press

pause X (press again to resume

normal playback)

search the picture froward or backward

specify the previous chapter/ track specify the next chapter/track.>

move highlight (cursor), and select

change volume

M or m during playback

V v B b,

2+/-, %

To operate a DVD/VCR combo unit

To Press

activate the remote to operate the DVD or VCR

turn on/off

display the top menu (DVD) DVD TOP MENU

display the disc menu (DVD)DVD MENU

play H

stop x

pause X (press again to resume

search the picture forward or backward

replay (DVD)

advance (DVD)

move highlight (cursor), and select (DVD)

Record (VCR) REC z

stop recording (VCR) REC STOP x

pause recording (VCR) REC PAUSE X (press

change channels (VCR)

adjust tracking (VCR)

DVD or VCR

"/1

normal playback)

M or m during playback

V v B b,

again to resume recording)

PROG+/-, 0-9, /-/--

(using tuner)

PROG+/- (during tape

playback)

To operate an HDD/DVD combo unit

To Press

activate the remote to operate the HDD/DVD

turn on/off

select the HDD select the DVD

play H

stop x

pause X (press again to resume

search the picture froward or backward

replay (DVD)

advance (DVD)

move highlight (cursor), and select

specify the previous chapter/ track specify the next chapter/track.>

Record REC z

stop recording REC STOP x

pause recording REC PAUSE X (press

display the top menu (DVD) DVD TOP MENU

display the disc menu (DVD)DVD MENU

select the SYSTEM MENU WEGA GATE

search a scene from the chapter list

select another input signal connected to the input

DVD

"/1

F1 F2

normal playback)

M or m during playback

V v B b,

again to resume recording)

VISUAL SEARCH

To operate an AV Receiver/amplifier

To Press

activate the remote to operate the amplifier

turn on/off master volume 2+/-, %

select other input connected to the AV receiver/amplifier

AMP

"/1

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Additional Information

Replacing the lamp

The projection lamp, which illuminates the picture, has a limited life. If the screen becomes dark, the color looks unusual, or the LAMP indicator on the front of the LCD projection TV flashes, it is time to replace the lamp with a new one (not supplied). This television uses a replaceable lamp as its light source. Over time, the screen will gradually grow darker as the lamp ages. Although rare, the lamp may make a small pop and will no longer light up. The lamp should be replaced after about 8,000 hours, which is the standard amount of time it takes for the lamp brightness to be reduced by half. Because the actual lamp life will vary depending on the operating conditions and environment, 8,000 hours is an estimate, not a guarantee.

WARNING

Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature, resulting in injury or death. Be sure to follow the instructions below.

• Use a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied) for replacement. Use of any other lamp may damage the LCD projection TV.

• Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement. Doing so may cause injury or fire.

• Do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp receptacle of the TV after removing the lamp. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. Do not touch the lamp receptable once the lamp has been removed.

• When the lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a noticeable pop sound. This is normal and it is inherent to this type of lamp.

• In rare instances, the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit, but the lamp unit is designed to contain all of the broken glass pieces inside the lamp unit.

CAUTION

1 Turn off the power on the main unit. Wait

several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off.)

2 Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging

the power cord to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it. To avoid being burned, do not touch the lamp receptable once the lamp has been removed.

3 Take the new lamp out of the box.

Do not touch the glass portion of the new lamp.

Notes

• Do not shake the lamp. Vibration can damage the lamp or shorten its life.

• Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp receptacle. This may reduce picture quality or lamp life.

4 Remove the outside lamp cover.

5 Remove the lamp door.

Turn the knob counterclockwise to OPEN and pull out the cover.

Disposing of the lamp

This product contains mercury. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities.

Handling of the lamp

• Do not leave the used lamp near flammable materials or within the reach of children.

• Do not pour water onto the used lamp or put any object inside the lamp. Doing so may cause the lamp to burst.

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6 Pull out the lamp.

Hook a finger through the loop of the lamp handle and pull the handle upwards. Then pull the lamp straight out.

Notes

• The lamp is very hot immediately after use. Never touch the glass portion of the lamp or the surrounding parts.

• After the used lamp has cooled, place it into the empty box of the replacement lamp. Never put the used lamp into a plastic bag.

7 Put the new lamp into its place.

Mount the new lamp securely. Failure to do so may cause a fire or the screen to go dark.

9 Put the outside lamp cover back in its

place.

Notes

• Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp.

• Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in/unplugging the connecting cords. Rough handling may cause the TV to fall, damaging the TV, the TV stand and the floor.

Note

If the lamp is not securely reattached, the self-diagnostic function may be triggered and the \ 1 indicator flashes three times (see page 10).

8 Reattach the lamp door.

Turn the knob back to CLOSE and secure the cover.

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Specifications

Display Unit

Power Requirement:

220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Projection System

3 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panels, 1 lens projection system

LCD Panel

Size 0.73 inch TFT LCD panel Resolution 1,280 pixels × 720 lines

Projection Lenses

High performance, large-diameter highbrid lens F2.4

Lamp

UHP lamp, 100 W, XL-2400

Screen Size:

KF-E50A10: 50 inches (approx. 125.5 cm measured diagonally) KF-E42A10: 42 inches (approx. 105.2 cm measured diagonally)

Display Resolution:

1,280 pixels (horizontal) × 720 lines (vertical)

Power Consumption:

KF-E50A10: 195 W KF-E42A10: 195 W

Standby Power Consumption:

KF-E50A10: 1 W or less KF-E42A10: 1 W or less

Dimensions (w × h × d):

KF-E50A10: Approx. 1,184 × 827 × 408 mm KF-E42A10: Approx. 999 × 722 × 357 mm

Weight:

KF-E50A10: Approx. 32 kg KF-E42A10: Approx. 27 kg

TV System

I, D/K, B/G, M

Colour System

PAL, PAL60, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, NTSC 3.58

Antenna

75 ohm external terminal

Channel Coverage

B/G

VHF: E2 to E12 / UHF: E21 to E69 / CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41

VHF: 0 to 12, 5A, 19A / UHF: 28 to 69 / CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41(Australia only)

VHF: 1 to 11 / UHF: 21 to 69 / CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41(New Zealand only)

UHF: B21 to B68 / CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41

D/K

VHF: C1 to C12, R1 to R12 / UHF: C13 to C57, R21 to R60 / CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41, Z1 to Z39

VHF: A2 to A13 / UHF: A14 to A79 / CATV: A8 to A2, A to W+4, W+6 to W+84

Terminals

S VIDEO 1 (4-pin mini DIN):

Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms

VIDEO/AUDIO IN 1/3:

VIDEO:

1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative

AUDIO:

500 mVrms Impedance: 47 kilohms

VIDEO/AUDIO IN 2:

Y, PB/CB, PR/CR (Component video) :

Y : 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative P

R/CR : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms B/CB : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

P Signal format : 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p,1080i

VIDEO:

1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative

AUDIO:

500 mVrms Impedance: 47 kilohms

HD/DVD IN 1/2: /

B/CB, PR/CR (Component video) :

Y, P

Y : 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative P

R/CR : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms B/CB : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

P Signal format : 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p,1080i

AUDIO:

500 mVrms Impedance: 47 kilohms

VIDEO/AUDIO OUT:

VIDEO:

1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative

AUDIO:

More than 1 Vrms at the maximum volume setting

AUDIO OUT:

More than 1 Vrms at the maximum volume setting (Variable) More than 500 mVrms (Fixed)

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PC IN :

VIDEO: (RGB)

D-sub 15-pin, analogue RGB, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, positive

AUDIO:

Stereo minijack, 0.5 Vrms, 1 kilohm

See the PC Input Signal Compatibility Chart on page 27.

HDMI IN:

HDMI

Video: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i Audio: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits

AUDIO:

500 mVrms (100% modulation) Impedance: 47 kilohms

Headphones i

Stereo minijack Impedance: 16 ohms

Sound Output

KF-E50A10: 12 W + 12 W KF-E42A10: 12 W + 12 W

Optional accessories

•TV stand KF-E50A10: SU-RG11M, KF-E42A10: SU-RG11S

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Troubleshooting

Check whether the \ 1 indicator is flashing in red.

When it is flashing

The self-diagnosis function is activated.

1 Measure how many times the \ 1 indicator flashes and stops flashing.

For example, the indicator flashes for two seconds, stops flashing for one second, and flashes for two seconds.

2 Press 1 on the TV (front side) to switch it off, disconnect the AC power cord, and inform your dealer

or Sony service center of how the indicator flashes (duration and interval).

When it is not flashing 1 Check the items in the tables, below. 2 If the problem still persists, have your TV serviced by qualified service personnel.

Picture

Problem Cause/Remedy

No picture (screen is dark) and no sound

• Check the power cord, antenna, and VCR connection.

• The TV is not turned on. Press

• If the \ 1 indicator lights up in red, press TV "/1.

1 on the TV (front side).

No picture or no menu information from equipment connected to the video input jack

Distorted picture

Double images or ghosting

Snowy picture and noisy sound

• Check that the optional equipment is on and press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol is displayed on the screen.

• Check the connection between the optional equipment and the TV.

• Check if any connected optional equipment is installed in front of the TV or beside the TV. When installing optional equipment, leave some space between the optional equipment and the TV.

• When changing channels, turn off any equipment connected to the video input jack on the rear of the TV.

• Broadcast signals are too strong. Turn off or disconnect the booster if it is in use.

• Check antenna/cable connections.

• Check the antenna location and direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

• Set Image Shift to an appropriate value. The default setting is Auto. If doubled images appear with Auto, select the best value from 1 to 4 (see page 40).

• Broadcast signals are reflected by nearby mountains or building. Use the fine tuning (“Fine”) function (page 35). Otherwise, use a highly direction antenna.

• Use of a booster is inappropriate. Turn off or disconnect the booster if it is in use.

• The antenna connection is loose or the antenna cable is damaged. Check the cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and on the wall (page 14).

• Channel presetting is inappropriate or incomplete. Perform “Manual Program” in the “Program” menu to preset the channel again (page 35).

• The antenna type is inappropriate. Check the antenna type (VHF/UHF). Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

• The antenna direction needs adjustment. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

• Signal transmission is low. Try using a booster.

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Problem Cause/Remedy

Only snow and noise appear on the screen

• Check if the antenna is broken or bent.

• Check if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life (three to five years in normal use, one to two years at the seaside).

Picture noise (dotted lines or stripes)

Picture noise when viewing a TV channel

Stripe noise during playback/ recording of a VCR

Good picture, but noisy sound

Good picture, but no sound

• Keep the TV away from electrical noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers, etc.

• Make sure that the antenna is connected using the antenna cable (not supplied).

• Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cables.

• Do not use a 300-ohm twin lead cable as interference may occur.

• Adjust the antenna direction for the minimum interference. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

• Select “Manual Program” in the “Program” menu and adjust “Fine” to obtain better picture reception (page 35).

• Select “Noise Reduction” in the “Picture” menu to reduce the noise in the picture (page 29).

• Video head interference. Keep your VCR away from the TV.

• Leave a space of 30 cm between your VCR and the TV to avoid noise.

• Avoid installing your VCR in front of the TV or beside the TV.

• The TV system setting is inappropriate. If the sound of all the channels are noisy, perform “Auto Program” in the “Program” menu to preset the channel again (page 35). If the sound of some channels is noisy, select the channel, then perform “Manual Program” in the “Program” menu, and select the appropriate TV system (“TV System”) (page 35).

• The volume level is too low. Press 2 + to increase the volume level.

• The sound is muted. Press %, or 2 + to cancel the muting. Set “Speaker” to “On” in the “Sound” menu (page 32).

• The broadcast signal has a transmission problem. Press A/B until a better sound is heard.

• “Speaker” is set to “Off”. Set to “On” in the “Sound” menu (page 32).

• “Mono” is selected. Set to “Auto” by pressing A/B (page 19).

Some tiny black points and/or bright points on the screen

No color on programs

No color

Lines moving across the TV screen

• The picture of a display unit is composed of pixels. Tiny black points and/or bright points (pixels) on the screen do not indicate a malfunction.

• Select “Reset” in the “Picture” menu to return to the factory settings (page 28).

• The color intensity setting is too low. Select “Color” in the “Picture” menu to adjust the color intensity (page 29).

• The color system setting is inappropriate. Select “Color System” in the “Setup” menu to select a correct color system (page 40). Usually set this to “Aut o”.

• The antenna direction needs adjustment. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

• There is interference from external sources, e.g., heavy machineries, broadcast station nearby. Use the fine tuning (“Fine”) function (page 35).

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Problem Cause/Remedy

No color or irregular color when viewing a signal from the Y, P B/CB, PR/CR jacks of 1, 2

When displaying the Twin Picture, the quality of the sub screen picture is not as good as that of the main screen picture

• Check the connection of the Y, PB/CB, PR/CR jacks of 1, 2.

• Make sure that the Y, P their respective jacks.

• The quality of the sub screen picture may be deteriorated depending on the combination of the input signals.

Sound

Problem Cause/Remedy

No sound, but good picture

• Press 2 +/– or % (Mute).

• Check that “Speaker” is set to “On” in the “Sound” menu (page 32).

B/CB, PR/CR plugs of 1, 2 are firmly seated in

Noisy sound

Low sound volume

No stereo broadcast signal is received

Stereo broadcast sound switches on and off, or is distorted; The sound switches between stereo and monaural frequently

• See the “Picture noise (dotted lines or stripes)” cause/remedy on page 53.

• “Mono” is selected. Set to “Auto” by pressing A/B (page 19).

• The stereo reception setting is inappropriate. Press A/B until “Auto” appears on the screen (page 19).

• The antenna connection is loose or the antenna cable is damaged. Check the cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and on the wall (page 14).

• Adjust the antenna direction for the minimum interference. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

• Signal transmission is low. Try using a booster. Otherwise, use the fine tuning (“Fine”) function (page 35).

• The broadcast signal has a transmission problem. Press A/B until a better sound is heard (page 19).

No sound from the computer

• Check the connection of the audio cable (page 42).

General

Problem Cause/Remedy

The TV turns off automatically (the TV enters standby mode)

Some input sources cannot be selected

No picture but “PC” indication appears when the TV is turned on.

• Check to see if the Sleep Timer function is activated (page 41).

• If the inside of TV becomes too warm, the TV automatically switches to standby mode.

• Select “Video Label” in the “Setup” menu and cancel “Skip” of the input source (page 39).

• The TV was set to the standby mode by the Power Management function (page 39). Select a channel.

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Problem Cause/Remedy

The remote does not function

• Check that the remote is set correctly for the equipment you are using (VCR, TV, or DVD).

• If the remote does not operate the VCR or DVD even when the remote has been set correctly to VCR or DVD, enter the necessary code set as explained in “Programming the remote” (page 45).

• Replace the batteries.

• If the “High Temperature Warning!” message appears, turn off the TV and wait until the TV’s projection lamp cools down (approximately 5 minutes). If the remote control still does not work, make sure to dust the ventilation slots on the rear of the TV and the cooling fan to provide adequate ventilation around the TV.

The LAMP indicator blinks in red

The TV does not turn on

The wide screen mode changes spontaneously when “Auto Wide” is “On”

“100” appears at the top of the screen after approximately 10 seconds and there is no teletext display

Teletext display is incomplete (snowy picture or double images)

• Replace the lamp (see page 48).

• The TV cools down its projection lamp when the power is turned off. It takes up to two minutes for the picture to come back after the TV is turned on again. Wait for a while until the picture comes back.

• During a transition between two programs, the TV detects the optimum wide screen mode. During this period, an irregular wide screen mode may appear.

• The wide mode is switched automatically according to the revised signal with a Wide ID signal.

• The Auto Wide feature stops working temporarily when you press , and resumes after a while. To fix in the manually selected wide screen mode, set “Auto Wide” to “Off” in the “Screen” menu (page 33).

• The channel carries no Teletext broadcast.

• Your area may not be able to receive Teletext. Teletext is displayed only in the area that is covered by Teletext services.

• The antenna connection is loose or the antenna cable is damaged. Check the cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and on the wall (page 14).

• The antenna direction needs adjustment. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

• Signal transmission is too low. Try using a booster. Otherwise, use the fine tuning (“Fine”) function (page 35).

Cannot play shooting games

The TV cabinet creaks

Static discharge is felt when touching the TV cabinet

• Some shooting games which involve pointing a light beam at the TV screen with an electronic gun or rifle cannot be used with your TV. For details, see the instruction manual supplied with the video game software.

• Changes in room temperature sometimes make the TV cabinet expand or contract, causing a noise. This does not indicate a malfunction.

• This is the same static discharge that is felt when touching metal door handles or car doors especially when the air is dry, for example in winter. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Index

Numerics

1Digit Direct 36 4:3 Default

A/B button 9 Advanced Video Antenna, connecting Audio equipment Audio Out Auto Adjustment Auto Program Auto Wide

Balance 31 Bass Batteries, inserting into the remote 13 BBE Brightness

Channels

Cinema Drive Color Color System Color Temperature Colored buttons Connecting

Display Area 34 Display Mode DRC Mode DRC Palette DVD MENU button DVD TOP MENU button

Effect (sound) 32

Fastext 19 Fine Full Function buttons

Game Mode 39

Headphones

High Altitude Horizontal Center

16, 35

auto-programming

selecting

Skip

an antenna/VCR optional equipment

8, 45

connecting

Hue

Image Shift 40 Info ( ) button Initial Reset Input select ( ) button

Iris

Lamp ( ) indicator 10 Lamp, replacing Language

Manual Program 35 Mute (%) button

Noise Reduction 29 Normal Number buttons

On Timer 41

PC input signal compatibility 27 Personal computer Phase

Picture Picture Freeze Picture menu Picture Mode Picture mode ( ) button

Pitch Power (\ 1) indicator Power (1) switch Power Management Previous channel ( /-/--) button PROG +/- buttons Program Block Program Label Program menu Program Sorting

Remote

control sensor inserting batteries overview programming

Reset

picture adjustment sound adjustment

Screen menu 33 Screen mode Screen mode ( ) button Screen Shift

8, 18

9, 10 36 36

Sensitivity Setup menu Sharpness Skip Sleep Timer Sleep Timer ( ) button Sound menu Sound Mode Sound mode (9) button Speaker Specifications Standby (\ 1) indicator Steady Sound Support belt Surround ( ) button

Text 19 Text hold ( ) button Text reveal ( ) button Text size ( ) button Timer ( ) indicator Timer menu TOOLS Treble TV mode ( ) button TV standby (\/1) button TV System Twin Picture

UHF 36

VCR

Vertical Center Vertical Size VHF High VHF Low Video Label Video2(Component) Volume (2) +/- buttons Volume Level

WEGA GATE 24 WEGA GATE button Wide Mode Wide Zoom

Zoom 20

20, 21

connecting

33 20

20, 21

9, 10

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Additional Information

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Printed in Thailand

Sony KF-E42A10, KF-E50A10 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Safety Information

Overview of the remote

Overview of the TV buttons and indicators

Getting Started

1: Installing the TV

Recommended Viewing Area

Carrying Your TV

Preventing the TV from Toppling Over

2: Inserting batteries into the remote

3: Connecting an antenna/VCR

4: Switching on the TV

Watching TV

Watching TV

TOOLS operation (for TV)

TOOLS operation (for connected equipment)

Introducing WEGA GATE

Overview of WEGA GATE

Using Settings

Overview of the Settings

Picture menu

Reset

Picture Mode

Display Mode

Iris/Picture/Brightness /Color/Hue

Color Temperature

Sharpness

Noise Reduction

DRC Mode

DRC Palette

Advanced Video

Sound menu

Reset

Sound Mode

Treble/Bass/Balance

Steady Sound

Volume Level

Effect

Speaker

Audio Out

Screen menu

Wide Mode

Auto Wide

4:3 Default

Display Area

Screen Shift

Vertical Size

Auto Adjustment

Phase/Pitch

Horizontal Center/Vertical Center

Program menu

Auto Program

Manual Program

1Digit Direct

Program Label

Program Block

Program Sorting

Twin Picture menu

Twin Picture

Setup menu

Game Mode

Video Label

Language

Power Management

Video2(Component)

Image Shift

High Altitude

Cinema Drive

Color System

Initial Reset

Timer menu

Sleep Timer

On Timer

Using Optional Equipment

Connecting optional equipment

Programming the remote