Sony KP-43HT20, KP 53HS20, KP 61HS20, KP-61HS30 User Manual

4-081-143-12(1)

Projection TV

Operating Instructions

KP-43HT20

KP-53HS20

KP-53HS30

KP-61HS20

KP-61HS30

© 2001 Sony Corporation

WARNING

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,

NE PAS OUVRIR

PRECAUCION

RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO

NO ABRIR

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, 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 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, VHF, transmitted by cable companies or satellite 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 are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

This document is for the remote control RM-Y908.

MODELS: KP-43HT20, KP-53HS20, KP-53HS30, KP-61HS20, KP-61HS30

Please keep this notice with the instruction manual.

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Safety

Operate the projection TV only on 120 V AC.

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.

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.

If you will not be using the projection TV for several days, disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself. Never pull on the cord.

For details concerning safety precautions, see “Important Safeguards” on page 4.

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.

Avoid operating the projection TV at temperature below 5°C (41°F).

If the projection TV is transported directly 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.

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.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.

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 33.

TruSurround is a trademark of

SRS Labs, Inc. SRS and the SRS symbol are registered trademarks

of SRS Labs, Inc. in the United States and selected foreign countries. SRS and TruSurround are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. and is protected under United States Patent Nos. 4,748,669 and 4, 841, 572 with numerous additional issued and pending foreign patents. Purchase of this product does not convey the right to sell recordings made with the TruSurround technology.

BBE and BBE Symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. and are licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under U.S. Patent No. 4,638,258 and 4,482,866.

ATTENTION

Pour prévenir les chocs électriques, ne pas utiliser cette fiche polarisée avec un prolongateur, une prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant, sauf si les lames peuvent tre inserées à fond sans en laisser aucune partie à decouvert.

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.

Serial No.

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Important Safeguards

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

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

WARNING

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

Use

Power Sources

This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial/model plate. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or

local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

Grounding or Polarization

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

For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug

This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If

the plug 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.

Alternate Warning for the set with a threewire grounding type AC plug

This plug will only fit into a groundingtype power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet

installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

Overloading

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

Always turn the set off when it is not 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.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

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

Cleaning

Clean the cabinet of the 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

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.

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Installation

Water and Moisture

Do not use power-line operated sets near water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, 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 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.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

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

Never block the slots and openings by

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

Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Power-Cord Protection

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

Antennas

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

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

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

Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada 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.

Ground clamp

Electrical service equipment

NEC: National

Electrical Code

Antenna lead-in wire

Antenna lead-in wire (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding conductors (NEC section 810-21)

Ground clamps

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

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Lightning

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

Service

Damage Requiring Service

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

When the power cord or

plug is damaged or frayed.

If liquid has been spilled into the set.

If the set has been exposed to rain or water.

If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being

dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the

operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.

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

Servicing

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

Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

Safety Check

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

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 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 projection TV with the specified number of persons. (see page 10)

Do not carry the projection TV holding the speaker grill.

Hold the projection TV tightly when carrying it.

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Contents
Important Safeguards ...............................................	4
Introducing the Sony Projection TV
Presenting the Sony Projection TV..........................	8
Using this manual ....................................................	9
Installing and Connecting the
Projection TV
Contents .................................................................	10
Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ..........	10
Carrying Your Projection TV ................................	10
Installing the Projection TV...................................	11
Connector Types ....................................................	12
Projection TV Controls and Connectors ................	13
Basic Connections (Connecting Cable TV or
Antenna).........................................................	16
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 Digital TV Receiver.........................	28
Connecting a Camcorder .......................................	29
Connecting an AV Receiver ..................................	30
Using the CONTROL S Feature ............................	31
Setting Up the Projection TV Automatically.........	32
Adjusting the Convergence Automatically
– FLASH FOCUS™ – ...................................	33

Using the Features
Using the Remote Control .....................................	34
Watching the TV....................................................	37
Watching the Digital TV .......................................	39
Using Favorite Channels........................................	40
Using Twin View™ ...............................................	41
Using the Freeze Function .....................................	44
Using Channel Index .............................................	45
Using the Menus
Overview................................................................	47
Using the Video Menu..........................................	48
Using the Audio Menu..........................................	50
Using the Channel Menu ......................................	52
Using the Parent Menu .........................................	54
Using the Timer Menu..........................................	62
Using the Setup Menu ..........................................	63
Other Information
Programming the Remote Control.........................	65
Operating Other Components with Your
Projection TV Remote Control ......................	68
Troubleshooting.....................................................	70
Specifications.........................................................	73

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Introducing the Sony Projection TV

Presenting the Sony Projection TV

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Projection TV.

This manual is for models KP-43HT20, KP-53HS20, KP-53HS30, KP61HS20 and KP-61HS30.

Model KP-53HS30 is used for illustration purposes.

Features	Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new projection TV
	include:
	Hi Scan 1080™: Enables you to receive the 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i
	digital TV formats. By using the VIDEO 5/6 IN jacks, you can connect
	a DTV (digital television) receiver to view DTV programs.
	DRC™ Multi-Function: Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC
	feature doubles vertical and horizontal lines, resulting in four times the
	density for quality sources such as DVD, Satellite and Digital
	camcorder.
	CineMotion™: Using the 2-3 Pull-Down technology, the CineMotion
	feature allows you to obtain a smooth picture movement when playing
	back movies or other video sources on film.
	Twin View™: Using Multi-Image Driver (MID-X), Twin View allows
	you to watch two programs side by side with the ability to zoom in on
	one picture and listen to the program in the selected window. You can
	watch pictures from two different sources (1080i, 720p, 480p or 480i)
	simultaneously.
	16:9 Enhancement: Vertical Compression technology that maximizes
	picture resolution on “anamorphic” or “enhanced for wide screen”
	sources, including selected DVDs.
	Steady Sound™: Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output
	between programs and commercials.
	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.
	S-VIDEO Inputs: Provides a high-quality image for connected
	equipment.

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Favorite Channel Preview: Preview up to eight favorite channels without leaving the current channel.

Channel Index: Allows you to view and choose from twelve programs.

Flash Focus™: Allows you to adjust convergence automatically.

Using this manual

We recommend that you carefully review the contents of the following three sections in the order shown to ensure that you fully understand the operation of your new projection TV.

1 Installing and Connecting the Projection TV

This section guides you through your initial setup. It shows you how to install your projection TV, to connect your new components and to connect the antenna and cable.

2 Using the Features

This section shows you how to begin using your new projection TV. It also shows you how to use your remote control functions.

3 Using the menus

This section teaches you how to access on-screen menus and adjust your projection TV settings.

Instructions in this manual are written for the remote control. Similar controls are also found on the projection TV console.

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Contents

The box contains your new projection TV, a remote control and two AA batteries. No peripheral cables are included. If you intend to add additional equipment to your projection TV, please check the hookup instructions for your desired setup before you begin. You may need to purchase cables and/ or splitters to complete the hookup properly.

Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

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Remove the batteries to avoid damage from possible battery leakage whenever you anticipate that the remote control will not be used for an extended period.

Handle the remote control with care. Avoid dropping it, getting it wet, or placing it in direct sunlight, near a heater, or where the humidity is high.

Your remote control can be programmed to operate most video equipment. (See “Programming the Remote Control” on page 65.)

Carrying Your Projection TV

Carrying the projection TV requires three or more people.

The projection TV has been equipped with casters for easy movement on a hard surface. (for KP-53HS20, KP-53HS30, KP-61HS20 and KP-61HS30 only)

Please move your projection TV using the casters.

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Installing the Projection TV

Recommended viewing area (Horizontal)

	min.		min.
					4
					2
min.		1			.	m
		.
	m	2	m			61"(approx.
.
1				53"(approx.			.
8		(approx
						ft
							8
	43"						ft
			.			7	)
						.)
				6
60˚					ft
					.)

60˚

Recommended viewing area (Vertical)

min. 2.
4		m
		(approx
min. 2.		61"	. 8 ft.
			)
1		m
		(approx
		53"	. 7 ft
			.)
		20˚
		20˚
min. 1.
8	m
		(approx.	6ft
		43"
			.)

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Connector Types

You may find it necessary to use some of the following connector types during set up.

Coaxial cable

Standard TV cable and antenna cable

Plug Type

Push into connection.

Screw-on Type

Screw into connection.

S Video cable

High quality video cable for enhanced picture quality

Align guides and push into connection.

Audio/Video cable

Push into connection.

Video - Yellow

Audio (Left) - White

Audio (Right) - Red

Some DVD Players are equipped with the following three video connectors:

Y - Green

PB (CB, Cb or B–Y) - Blue

PR (CR, Cr or R–Y) - Red

CONTROL S cable

CONTROL S connections are exclusive to Sony products and allow greater control of all Sony equipment.

Push into connection.

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Projection TV Controls and Connectors

Front Panel Menu

The front panel menu controls allow access to the on-screen menus without

Controls

the use of a remote control. Pressing MENU brings up the on-screen menus.

The arrow buttons move the on-screen cursor in the menus and the Select

button ( ) selects the menu item.

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Projection TV Rear

and Front/Side

Panel Connectors

Rear of projection TV

Front or side of projection TV

KP-43HT20

KP-53HS20, KP-53HS30,

KP-61HS20 and KP-61HS30

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Connection	Description
1 AUX	Allows you to view local and cable channels if your cable
	provider does not feature local channels. You can switch
	between local and cable channels easily by pressing ANT
	on the remote control. Devices connected to the AUX
	input cannot be viewed in Twin View.

2 TO CONVERTER This is a VHF/UHF OUT jack that lets you set up your projection TV to switch between scrambled channels (through a cable box) and normal cable channels (CATV). Use this jack instead of a splitter to get better picture quality when switching between scrambled and unscrambled cable channels.

3 VHF/UHF	Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable.
4 S VIDEO	Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other
(Rear and front/	S VIDEO-equipped video component. Provides better
side)	picture quality than the VHF/UHF jacks or the Video IN
	jack.
5 VIDEO	Connects to the audio and video OUT jacks on your VCR
(L/R)/AUDIO	or other video component. A fourth video input (VIDEO
(Rear and front/	2) is located on the side panel (for KP-43HT20) or the
side)	front panel (for KP-53HS20, KP-53HS30, KP-61HS20
	and KP-61HS30) of the projection TV.
6 Y/PB/PR	Connects to your DVD player’s or Digital Set-top box’s
(L/R)/AUDIO	component video (Y, PB, PR) and audio (L/R) jacks.
7 TV OUT	Connects to an AV receiver for greater control of all audio
	and video equipment (see page 30). For detailed
	information about connection, refer to the operating
	manual supplied with the AV receiver.
8 AUDIO OUT	Connects to the left and right audio inputs of your audio or
(VAR/FIX)	video component.
L (MONO)/R
9 CONTROL S	To control other Sony equipment with the projection TV's
IN/OUT	remote control, connect the CONTROL S IN jack of the
	equipment to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the
	projection TV with the CONTROL S cable.
	To control the projection TV with a remote control for
	another Sony product, connect the CONTROL S OUT
	jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S IN jack on the
	projection TV with the CONTROL S cable.

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Basic Connections (Connecting Cable TV or Antenna)

Connecting Directly to Cable or an Antenna

The connection you choose depends on the cable found in your home. Newer homes are equipped with standard coaxial cable (see A); older homes probably have 300-ohm twin lead cable (see B); other homes may contain both (see C).

AVHF Only or VHF/UHF or Cable

	75-ohm coaxial	VHF/UHF
		Rear of projection TV
	cable

BVHF Only or UHF Only or VHF/UHF

300-ohm twin lead cable

VHF/UHF

Rear of projection TV

Antenna connector

CVHF and UHF

75-ohm coaxial cable	VHF/UHF

Rear of projection TV

U/V Splitter

(not supplied)

300-ohm twin lead cable

Cable and Antenna If your cable provider does not feature local channels, you may find this set up convenient.

CATV cable		AUX
		TO
	(No connection to	CONVERTER
		Rear of projection TV
	TO CONVERTER)
Antenna cable		VHF/UHF

Select CABLE or antenna (ANT) mode by pressing ANT on the remote control.

To receive channels with an antenna, you need to turn your Cable to OFF (see page 52) and perform the Auto Program function (see page 53).

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Cable Box

Connections

		Installing and Connecting the Projection TV
	Cable Box and Cable
	This is the preferred basic cable TV hookup to use if:
		Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, but not all of them
			Installing
		(pay channels vs. regular cable channels) and you need to use a cable
		box, and
		You want to enjoy the Twin View feature.	and
	With this setup you can:
		Use the projection TV remote control to change channels using your	Connecting
		cable box when the signal is scrambled.
		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.)	the
		Use the Twin View feature. (When all channels are routed through your
			TVProjection
	1	Connect the Cable TV cable to the projection TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
		cable box, only one channel is sent to the projection TV, so you can not
		use the Twin View or Channel Index features for your cable box.)
	2	Using a coaxial cable, connect the projection TV’s TO CONVERTER
		jack to the cable box’s IN jack. The projection TV’s internal converter
		allows you to switch between unscrambled signals coming straight into
		the projection TV and scrambled signals coming in through the cable
		box, eliminating the need for an external splitter.
	3	Using a coaxial cable, connect the cable box’s OUT jack to the
		projection TV’s AUX jack.

Cable box

IN

OUT

75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)

CATV cable (unscrambled channels)

AUX

Rear of projection TV

TO

CONVERTER

Signal

VHF/UHF

Pressing ANT on the remote control switches between the channels coming in through the cable box (scrambled) and those coming directly to the TV (unscrambled).

(Continued)

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Cable Box Only

Use this hookup if:

You subscribe to a cable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded signals requiring a cable box to view all channels, and

You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment to your projection TV.

When all channels are routed through your cable box, only one unscrambled channel is sent to the projection TV, so you cannot use the Twin View feature. If some channels are scrambled, but others are not, consider using the hookup on page 17 instead.

1 Connect the coaxial connector from your cable service to the cable box’s IN jack.

2 Using a coaxial cable, connect the cable box’s OUT jack to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

Cable	VHF/UHF
	Rear of projection TV

z Setting the Channel Fix feature in the Channel menu (see “Using the Channel Menu” on page 52) ensures that you do not accidentally switch the channels using your projection TV.

IN

OUT

Cable box

Also, set Cable to ON in the Channel menu. (see page 52)

If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, consider using the Channel Fix feature to set your projection TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 53).

Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box (see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 65).

To change channels using the cable box, set your projection TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output.

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Connecting a VCR and Cable

Use this hookup if:

You have cable TV that does not require a cable box.

Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.

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 VHF/UHF jack.

3 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables, connect the VCR’s Audio and

S VIDEO OUT jacks to the projection TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.

Rear of Projection TV

Coaxial cable

S VIDEO	VIDEO (yellow)

AUDIO-L (white)

VCR

AUDIO-R (red)

Cable

VMC-810S/820S (not supplied)

YC-15V/30V (not supplied)

If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable.

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Connecting a VCR and Cable Box

Use this hookup if:

Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, but not all of them (pay channels vs. regular cable channels) and you need to use a cable box, and

You want to enjoy the Twin View feature.

With this setup you can:

Use the projection TV remote control to change channels using your cable box when the signal is scrambled.

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.

Use the Twin View feature. (When all channels are routed through your cable box, only one signal is sent to the projection TV, so you cannot use the Twin View feature.)

Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.

1 Connect the Cable TV cable to the projection TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

2 Using a coaxial cable, connect the TV’s TO CONVERTER jack to the cable box’s IN jack. The projection TV’s internal converter allows you to switch between unscrambled signals coming straight into the projection TV and scrambled signals coming in through the cable box, eliminating the need for an external splitter.

3 Using a coaxial cable, connect the cable box’s OUT jack to the VCR’s IN jack.

4 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables, connect the VCR’s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the projection TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.

5 Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCR’s OUT jack to the projection TV’s AUX jack.

To view scrambled channels, set your projection TV to AUX 3 or 4 (depending on your cable box output). Change channels using your cable box.

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VCR

YC-15V/30V (not supplied)

Coaxial cable

		VIDEO (yellow)	VMC-810S/820S
			(not supplied)
		AUDIO-L (white)
			Cable box
	S VIDEO	AUDIO-R (red)

Coaxial cable

Rear of projection TV

If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable.

You will not be able to change channels on the VCR. Set your projection TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4, depending on your cable box channel output.

Pressing ANT on the remote control switches between the channels coming in through the cable box (scrambled) and those coming directly to the projection TV (unscrambled).

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Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing

If you connect two VCRs, you can record from one VCR to the other while using your TV to monitor what is being recorded.

Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.

1 Using AUDIO and VIDEO cables, connect the playback VCR’s Audio and Video OUT jacks to the recording VCR’s Audio and Video IN jacks.

2 Using AUDIO and VIDEO cables, connect the recording VCR’s AUDIO and Video OUT jacks to the projection TV’s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks.

Rear of projection TV

VCR (playback)

VCR (recording)

AUDIO-R (red)

AUDIO-L (white)

VIDEO (yellow)

VMC-810S/820S (not supplied)

To perform tape editing, set the projection TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing TV/VIDEO on the remote control.

You may need to change the video input on your VCR. Consult your VCR’s operating manual for instructions.

If your VCRs have an S VIDEO jack: For best picture quality, use an

S VIDEO connection instead of the yellow video cable on your combined A/V cable.

Using an S VIDEO cable, connect the playback VCR’s S VIDEO OUT jack to the recording VCR’s S VIDEO IN jack. S VIDEO does not provide audio, so audio cables must still be connected to provide sound.

You cannot record signals from equipment connected to the Y, PB, PR input.

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Connecting a Satellite Receiver

Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.

1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack.

2 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables, connect the satellite receiver’s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the projection TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.

3 Connect a coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the projection TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

If your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable.

Rear of projection TV

Coaxial cable

VIDEO (yellow)
AUDIO-L (white)
AUDIO-R (red)	Satellite receiver
S
VIDEO	Satellite
	antenna
	cable

VMC-810S/820S (not supplied)

YC-15V/30V (not supplied)

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Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR

Disconnect all power sources before making any connections.

1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack.

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3

4

Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF IN jack.

Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCR’s OUT jack to the projection TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables, connect the satellite receiver’s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the VCR’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.

	5 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables, connect the VCR’s AUDIO and
	S VIDEO OUT jacks to the TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.
	Rear of projection TV	Satellite
		antenna
	Satellite receiver	cable
	Coaxial
	cable
	YC-15V/30V	VMC-810S/
AUDIO-R (red)	(not supplied)	820S (not
AUDIO-L (white)	S VIDEO	supplied)
VIDEO (yellow)
	VCR

Cable

VMC-810S/820S				YC-15V/30V (not supplied)
(not supplied)

Be sure your VCR’s video input is set correctly. Consult your VCR’s operating manual for instructions.

Use TV/VIDEO to select

-VIDEO 1 to watch satellite TV or the VCR (Your VCR must be turned on).

-VHF/UHF to watch cable TV.

If your VCR or satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable.

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