Sony KV-20S43, KV-20S42, KV-20M42, KV-13M53, KV-13M52 Owner’s Manual

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Trinitron ° Color TV

Operating Instructions

KV- 13M42 KV-13M52

KV-13M53 KV-20M42

KV-20S42 KV-20S43

WARNING

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

ATTENTION

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CAUTION:TOREDUCETHERISKOFELECTRICSHOCK,

DO NOTREMOVECOVER (ORBACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTSINSIDE.

REFERSERVICINGTO QUAUFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL

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.

Note to the CAW Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 82040 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

NO ABRIR

Operate the TV only on 120 V AC. One blade of the power plug is wider than the other for safety purposes and will fit

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

[_ If any Fzqu_d or solid object falls into the TV, unplug it and have it checked by qualified

personnel before operating it further.

For more safety information, see the "IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS" leaflet packed with your TV.

CAUTION

When using TV games, computers, and similar products with your TV, keep thebrightness and contrast functions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on tEe screen

for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen. Continuously watching the same channel can cause

the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen. These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty because they are the results of misuse.

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.

CI Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. O 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.

Protecting the TV

121 To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the ventilation openings. [21 Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or

mechanical vibration.

Note on CAPTION VISION

This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with

§ 15.119 of the FCC rules.

Use of this television for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require

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

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover of this instruction manual.

Trademarks and Copyrights

ENERGY STAR ® is a registered mark.

Asan ENERGYSTAR®Partner, Sony hasdetermined that this product or product models

meets the ENERGYSTAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Contents

Introduction

Trinitron® Color TV Features ............................. 1

Batteries for the Remote Control ....................... 2

About this Manual .............................................. 2

Connecting Your TV

Basic Connections ................................................ 3

Connecting Additional Equipment .................. 4

Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions

Setting Up the TV Automatically .................... 10

Quick Start to the Menus .................................. 11

Using the Menus

Using the VIDEO _ menu .............................. 13

Using the AUDIO ._ menu .............................. 14

Using the TIMER _9 menu ............................... 15

Using the SET UP _ menu .............................. 16

Using PARENTAL CONTROL ....................... 18

Other Information

Troubleshooting ................................................ 25

Specifications ...................................................... 27

Index ......................................................................... 29

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony Trinitron ®Color TV. Before you begin using this manual, please check the model number

located on the front cover of this instruction manual. The menu and illustrations used in these instructions are for KV-20S42 to

show the maximum number of features available. Differences in operation or features will be indicated in the text, for example, "KV-20S42

only."

Trinitron ®Color TV Features

Depending on your TV, some of the features you will enjoy include: n PARENTALCONTROL-- A tool for parents to help monitor what their

children watch on TV by establishing rating limits.

O FAVORITECHANNEL-- Instant access to your favorite channels with

the touch of a button.

Energy Star -- A recognized symbol of energy efficiency.

Q Headphone Jack -- For undisturbed audio enjoyment.

Direct MTS -- Allows direct access to changing your Multi-Channel

TV Sound: STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Programming) or MONO,

with the touch of a button (KV-20S42, 20S43 only).

Q Front AN inputs -- A quick connection for video games, camcorders

or stereo equipment, (except KV-13M42).

ONIOFF TIMER-- Program your TV for scheduled viewing, (except KV-13M42).

Batteries for the Remote Control

Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the

following illustration _ a guide.

About this Manual

This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV. It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR or camcorder. Once you're connected, follow the instructions to learn how

to use the remote control to access the on-screen menus.

Connecting Your TV

Read this chapter befor_ setting up your TV for the first time. This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting.

BasicConnections

TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATV cable

Depending on the cable available in your home, choose one of the connections below:

VHF only 75-ohm

VHF/UHF coaxial cable

Cable

(Rearof TV)

VHF/UHF

VIIFonly

UHFonly

YIIFIUHF

C VHF

and

UHF

300-ohm twin lead cable

_..__ (Rear of TV)

"-__ VHF/UHF

Antenna connL_.-tor_ (KV-13M42,13M52,13M53 only)

75-ohm coaxial cable

(Rear .

300-ohm twin lead cable

Connecting Additional Equipment

TV and VCR

VHF/UHF

VIDEO 1 iN I

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3 (Optional connection)

VCR

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From Antenna or Cable

Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable TV to the IN jack on your VCR.

Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV.

(Optional Connection)

If your VCR is equipped with video inputs, for best picture quality you should connect A/V connectors to AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on

your VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. You can use the cD button to switch between the TV and VCR inputs.

"W/VIDEO

TV and Cable Box

Cable Box

Cable

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_HI HF

@ @ @

VIDEO 1 IN

-7 R_J_o L(MONO) WOEO

Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to the IN jack on your cable

box.

Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV.

TV, VCR, and Cable box

CableBox

Cable

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VHF/UHF

VIDEO 1 IN I

@ © @

R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO

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_" _ (Optional connection)

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1 Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to the IN jack on your cable

box.

Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack on your VCR.

Connect a coaxial cable from OUT on your VCR to VHF/UHF IN on your TV.

(Optional Connection)

If your VCR is equipped with video inputs, for best picture quality you should connect A/V connectors to AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on

your VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. You can use the c_ button to switch between the TV and VCR inputs.

W/VIDEO

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