Sony KP-61V25, KP-53V25, KP-46V25 Owner’s Manual

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3-800-353.22 (2)

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Espa_ol

Color Rear Video

Projector

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones

KP-46V25

Note on Closed Caption (Caption Vision)

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

Note on CAW system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system instaUer'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.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not

expose the unit to rain or moisture.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERViCEABLE PARTS" INSIDE.

REFER SEI_IV CING TO QUALIRED SERVICE PERSONNEL"

This symbol js intended tO ale_ 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.

Thissymbol 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.

Use of this television receiver for other than private Viewing
of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF Ortransmitted by

cable companies for the use of the general• public mayrequire

authorization from the broadcaster/cable company and / or
program owner.

Note on convergence adjustment

Before you.use your projection TV, make sure to adjust
convergence. For the procedure_ see pag e 13.

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 notinstalled and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful -

interference with radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures: .

- Reorient'or relocate the receiving antennas

- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your

authority to operate this equipment.

CAUTION

When using TV games, computers, and similar products with
yDur projection TV, keep the brightness and contrast

functions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is
left on the screen for long periods of time at a high brightness
or contrast setting, the image can be permanently imprinted
onto the screen. These types of imprints are not covered by
your warranty because they are the result of misuse.

2-EN

This document is for the remote commander. RM-Y131
MODELS: KP-46V25 / S3V25 / 61V25.

Please keep this notice with the instruction manual.

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the
projection TV. 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.

4 Welcome! :
4 Precautions

Getting Started

5 Step 1: Installing the projection TV

6 Step 2: Connections

12 Step 3: Setting up the remote commander
13 Step 4: Setting up the projection TV automatically

(AUTO SET UP)

Operations

17 Watching TV programs
18 Watching two programs at one time - PIP

20 Selecting picture and sound effects (PROGRAM

PALETTE)

21 Adjusting the picture (VIDEO)

22 Adjusting the color temperature (TRINITONE)
22 Reducing picture noise (NR)

23 Adjusting sound (AUDIO)
24 Listening to surround sound (SURROUND)

24 Listening to orchestra seat effect s0und- OSE
25 Selecting stereo or bilingual programs (MTS)

25 Setting the speaker switch (SPEAKER)
26 Setting audio out (AUDIO OUT)

26 Setting daylight saving time (DAYLIGHTSAVING)

27 Setting the clock (CURRENTTIMESET)
28 Setting the timer to turn the projection TV on and

Off (ON/OFF TIMER)

29 Blocking out a channel (CHANNELBLOCK)

30 Customizing the channel number buttons (CH

CAPTION/GUIDE)

31 Setting video labels (VIDEOLABEL)
32 Displaying Caption Vision (CAPTIONVISION/XDS)

33 Operating video equipment
35 Operating a cable box

Gll

Additional Information

36 Troubleshooting
37 Specifications

38 Index

The captions in parentheses indicate menu names.

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"['hank you for purchasing the Sony• Color Rear Video
Projection TV. Here are some of the features you will
enjoy with yourprojection TV:

• AUTO SET UP feature that allows you.to.set up your
projection TV easily by pressing the SET UP button

• On screen menus that let you set the picture quality,

.sound, and other settings

o Picture-in-Pic_re that allows you to watch another TV

channel, video or.cable image as a window picture

• On/off timer that allows you to make the TV program

of your choice be.displayed on the screen for a
specified duration

• -Dynamic Focus circuitry that automatically focuses

the scanning el .ectron beam for enhanced sharpness,
especially at the comers

• Universal remote commander supplied that allows

you to operate Sony and other manufacturers' video
equipment

About this manual ..

The instructions in this manual are for models KP-
46V25, KP-53V25 and KP-61V25. Before you start '

reading this manual, please check your .model number,
located at the rear of the projection T V. Model KP-

61V25 is used for illustration purposes in this manual.

There are no differences between these models in

operation. The differences in specifications are
indicated in the text.

Instructions in this manual are based on use of the
remote commander. You can also use the controls on
the projection TV if they have the same name as those

on the remote commander.

This projection TV operates on extremely high voltag e. To

prevent fire or electric shock, please follow the precautions

below.

Safety

• For KP-46V25/53V25/61V25 operate the projection TV only

on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. For KP-53V25C operate it only on 220
V AC, 50/60 Hz. .

• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for safety
purposes and will fit into the power Outlet only oneway. If
you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,
contact your dealer. "

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet,
unplug the projection TV and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it further.

• Unplug the projection TVfrom the wall outlet if you are not
going to use it for several days or more. To disconnect the

cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

For details concerning safety precautions, see the supplied
leaflet"IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS."

Note on 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 using vertical strokes only. Stubborn stains may be

removed with a cloth slightly dal_pened with a 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 qu_ilified service personnel.

Installing

• To prevent internal heat build-up, 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 temperatures below
5°C (41°F).

• If the 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 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 reflecting material. If necessary,
cover them with dark carpeting or wall paper.

Getting Started

For the best picture quality, install the projection TV
withh_ the areas shown below.

Optimum viewing area (Horizontal)

Carrying your projection TV

Be sure to grasp the portions indicated when carrying
the projection TV, and to use more than two people.

(Rear of projection TV)

Optimum viewing area (Vertical)

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Preparing for your projection 1_/

Before you use your projection TV, adjust convergence.
For the procedure, see "Step 4: Setting up the projection
TV automatically (AUTO SET UP)" on page 13.

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Connecting an antenna/cable TV system
without a VCR

Although you can use either an indoor antenna or
outdoor antenna with your projection TV, we

•recommend connecting to an outdoor antenna or a
cable TV system for improved picture quality.

To an antenna

Connect your antenna cable to the VHF/UHF antenna
terminal. If you cannot connect your antenna cable

directry to the terminal, follow one of the instructions
below depending on your cable type.

A

• VHF only 75-ohm coaxial cable

or

Or • .

• Cable

B

• VHF only

• or

• UHF only

• VHF/UHF •

C

• VHF

and

• UHF

or

300-ohm twin lead cable VHF/UHF

, tenOa

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm twin lead cable

connector •

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• (Rear of-projection TV)

(Rear of projection .T_

VHF/UHF

mixer

To cable or antenna

(Rear of projection TV)

Cable

VHF/UHF

-

To cable box • "

If your cable company requires you to connect a cable

box, make the connection as follows:

(Rear of projection "IV)

Cable

Cable box

VHFIUHF

To cable box and cable

I . . (Rear of projection TV)

Cable box

.75-ohm coaxial_ble • TO

(not supplied) CONVERTER

CATV cable

-

, VHFIUHF

Pay cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals
requiring the cable box* in addition to .the normal cable.

connection.

* The cable box will be supplied by the cable company.

Note

• You cannot watch the signal through AUX connector as a

window picture•

To cable and antenna

CATV cable

(Rear of projection TV)

Notes

• Most VHF/UHF combination antennas have a signal splitter•

Remove the splitter before attaching the appropriate
connector.

• If you use the U/V mixer, snow and noise may appear in the
picture when viewing cable TV channels over 37(W+1)•

Getting Started

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AUX

TO

CONVERTER

Antenna cable

VHF/UHF

Note

• Do not connect anything to the TO CONVERTER connector in

this case.

Connecting an antenna/cable TV system with a VCR

For details on connection, see the instruction manual of
your VCR. Before connecting, disconnect the AC

power cords of the equipment to be connected.

After making these connections, you will be able to do
the following:

• View the p!aybackof video tapes

• Record one TV program while viewing another

program

To a conventional vcR

Without a cable box

(Rear of projection TV)

.Q QO VHF/UHF • VHF/UHFout_

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AUDIO L (white

AUDIO R (red . _ __1 Video and audio

outputs

Antenna cable

VHF/UHF input

VMC-810S/820S (not supplied)

1

Notes:

• Toconnectamonaural VCR,connect the audio output of the
VCRto AUDIO L(MONO) ofVIDEO1/3 IN on theprojection

TV.

With a cable box

(Rear of projection TV)

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AUDIO L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)

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• Do notconnect thecable to theS VIDEOconnectoron the

VHF/UHF

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projectionTV.

VCR

audio outputs

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input

_ VHF/UHF

VMC-810S/820S (not supplied)

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_ Video and

Splitter

(not supplied)

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To an !; video equipped VCR

If your VCR has an S video output jack, make the

connection as follows.

Whenever you connect the cable to the SVIDEO
connector, the projection TV automatically receives S

video signals.

Without a cable box

(Rear of projection "IV)

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vHF/UHF

VHF/UHF output

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AUDIO R (r_l) __-_

Note

•"Video signals arecomposed of Y(luminance) and C (chroma)
signals. The S connection sends the two signals separately

• preventing degradation,,and gives better picture quality
comparedto conventional •connection.

With a cable box

(Rear of projection TV)

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VHF/UHF input

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VHF/UHF

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VCR

AUDIO R (red)
AUDIO L (white)

S VIDEO

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RK-74A (not supplied)

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YC-15V/30V (not supplied)

AUDIO VIDEO SVIDEO

L_ LINE

Cable box

OUT IN

ts output

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Splitter

(not supplied)

Connecting a camcorder

This connection is convenient for watching the picture
from a camcorder.

(Front of projection TV)

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_D,O--__ _--AU=OR(._

• __ AUDIO L (white). "

to audio and
video outputs

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Note

• Toconnect a monaural Camcorder, connect the audio Output of

the camcorderto AUDIOL 0VIONO).of VIDEO2INPUTon the

projection TV. ,,

Connecting two VCRs for tape editing using VIDEO 3 IN and OUT

You can watch input images different from the image

being recorded ....

The VIDEO 3 OUT jacks output only the signal from
the VIDEO 3 IN jacks. If youmake the connection as

shown below, you can watch image s from either
antenna, cable, VIDEO 1 IN or VIDEO 2 INPUT jacks

during recording.

(Rear of projection IV)

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AUX

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VCR (for playback)

AUDIO VIDEO

to audio/video

outputs

VMC-810S/820S

(not supplied)

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to video

input

I _ to audio I,D

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outputs

JUi

output
to video

VMC-810S/820S

(not supplied)

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VCR (for recording)

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inputs

to audio/video

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Getting Started I 9"EN

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Connecting two VCRs for tape editing using MONITOR OUT

You can record input images displayed on the screen.
This type of connection should be used only when you
connect from the line input of one VCR, and from the
line output of a second VCR.

(Rear of projection TV)

OUT

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To

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VCR(for playback)

AUDIO VIDEO " OUT

'vid-

VMC-810S/820S

(not supplied)

Notes

• Do not change the input signal while editing through

MONtTOR OUT, or the output signal will also change.

• When connecting a single VCR to the projection TV, do not

connect MONITOR OUT to the VCR's line input, while at the
same time connecting from the projection TV's VIDEO IN jacks

to the VCR's line output.

Connecting an audio system

When connecting audio equipment, see page 25 for
more information.

VCR(for recording)

AUDIO VIDEO

i

VMC-810S/820S

(not supplied)

• You can use the S VIDEO conector to connect a VCR for

•playback and either S VIDEO connector or composite video

jack to connect a VCR for record!ng.

(Rear of projection W)

L

Note

• You can adjust the bass, treble and balance, or select surround,

an MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) or OSE (Orchestra Seat
Effect) mode with the supplied remote commander.

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AUDIO OUT L(white)

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AUDIO OUT R (red) /J_

RK-74A (not supplied)

Set the amplifier's function to
line input.

_--_ Lineinput _ __ _

I1 = .=.o

Stereo amplifier

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Using the projection TV speakers as center speakers

This feature allows you to enjoy the benefits of Doiby
Pro Logic by using the speakers of the projection TV as

the center speaker. To utilize this system, you must
connect an amplifier tha t is Dolby Pro Logic

compatible. Connect the speaker wires from the
amplifier's center cl_annel output terminals to the
projectionTV's CENTER SPEAKER IN. Both right and

left terminals must be connected, to receive an audio
signal. After making the right connections, select

".SPEAKER: CENTER" in the AUDIO menu (page 25).
The left and right audio channels can be heard through

your audio system speakers.
In this connection, adjust the volume with you r

amplifier,

•Notes •

• Always match the speaker cord and terminal colors when

making the connections.

• Unplug the projection TV when making.the connections. If the

exposed speaker cord wires touch while the projection TV is

• plugged in,the projection TV.may short-circuit and be
.damaged.

• Do not pull on the speaker Cords.

• Always turn off the amplifier power before connecting to the
CENTER SPEAKER IN terminals.

(Rear of projection 1V)

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Dolby* Pro Logic-compatible °l°_put[ center

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* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories

•Licensing Corporation. Additionally licensed Under one or

more of the following patents: U.S. numbers 3,959,590.

Can_idian numbers 1,004;603 an'd1,037,877. "Dolby',. "Pro "
Logic", and the double-D symbol 123 are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Connecting other Sony equipment with CONTROL S jack

This feature allows you to control your projection
and other Sony equipment with one remote

commander.

• To control other Sony equipment with the projection
TV's remote commander, connect the input of the

equipment to CONTROL S OUT jack on the
projection TV.

• To control the projection TV with the remote
commander of other Sony equipment, connect the

output of the equipment to CONTROL S IN jack on
the projection TV.

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(Rear of projection "IV)

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Getting Started 11-EN

Insert one size AA (R6) battery (supplied) by matching
the + and - on the battery to the diagram inside the

battery compartment.

Notes

- Withnormal use, the batteryshould last for approximatelysix
months.

• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended

period of time, remove the batteryto avoidpossible damage
frombattery leakage.

•Donot handle the remote commander roughly• Do not drop it,

step on it or let it get wet.

', Do not place the remote commander in directsunlight, near a

heater,-or where the humidity is high.

For operating video equipment

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Indicates VTR selected

Set the selector to the
middle position_

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For using the Picture-in'Picture feature

Indicates PIP selected

Set the selector to the

" ' highest positiOn.

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Using the remote commander

The uppe r half of.the remote Commander has three
selectable operation modes. Each button in this area "
has three different functions. You can select the mode

by sliding a selector on the-left side.

For normal TV viewing

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Set the selector to the TV/_0 TV JUMP

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Rear of the remote commander

VTR 1-2-3
selector

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Getting Started