SONY
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Trinitron ®Color TV
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Operating Instructions
KV-13M20
KV-13M 30
KV-13M31
KV-14R20
KV-14R20C
KV-14RD1
KV-20S20
KV-20S30 '....
KV-2OV60
KV-21SD1
© 1996 by Sony Corporation
TOp_event fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the IV
to rain or moisture.
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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.
intended to alert the
This symbol is
user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
When using TV games,
computers, and similar
products with your 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 ot
misuse.
You are cautioned that any
changes or modifications
not expressly approved in
this manual could void
your authority to operate
this equipment.
11an_ liquid t)r _oJid object
falls into the TV, unplug it
and have it checked by
qualified personnel before
operating it further.
Unplug the TV from 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 more safety information,
see the IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS leaflet packed
with your TV.
Protecting the W
• To prevent internal heat
build-up, do not block the
ventilation openings.
• 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.
Note to CATVSystem Installer
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 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.
Safety Precautions
• Operate the TV only on 120
V AC (Except KV-14R20C,
21R20C, 21RS20C, 21RS30C).
• Operate the TV only on 220
V AC (KV-14R20C, 21R20C,
21RS20C, 21RS30C only).
• 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.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
POLARIZED AC PLUG
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED TO
PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
Owner's Record
Record the model and serial
numbers located on the rear of
the TV in the spaces below.
Refer to them if you call your
Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
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system with your TV. Outdoor antennas or cable TV
systems usually provide the best picture quality.
Connecting an Indoor, Outdoor
or Cable Antenna
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Connect your antenna or cable to the TV's VHF/UHF
antenna terminal.
A VHF only 75-ohm coaxial cable
VHF/UHF VHF/UHF
or 1
or
Cable
If you cannot connect your antenna or cable directly to the
TV antenna terminal, follow one of the diagrams below.
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VHF only
or
UHF only
or
VHF/UHF
30g-ohm twin lead cable
Antenna connector
(see Specifications on page 16 far models)
75-ohm coaxial cable
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UHF _ _ (not supplied)
300-ohm twin lead cable
Connecting to a Cable TV System
Through a Cable Box
If your cable system requires use of a cable box, make the
connection as shown below.
Cable box
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Connecting a VCR
See your VCR instructions to set up the VCR. After
connecting the VCR to the TV, you will be able to do the
following:
s Watch video tapes
a Record one TV program while viewing another
Check the model number of your TV and select the
appropriate connection diagram.
Notes
• If your cable system requires use of a Cable Box, install it
between the antenna cable and the VCR.
• For a monaural VCR, connect the audio output of the VCR to
AUDIO L (MONO) on the TV.
• Connect your S-Video cable (KV-20V60 only) to the S-VIDEO
input on the TV. S-Video will override your standard video
input, providing the most stable picture. S-Video does not
provide audio output.
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Connecting a Camcorder
KV-13M30, 13M31, 20530, 20V60, 21RS30C only
Use this connection to view a video tape from a camcorder.
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VIDEO _ _ AUDIO L (white)
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Notes
, For a monaural camcorder, connect the audio output of the
camcorder to AUDIO L (MONO) on the TV.
• If you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural TV
(KV-13M30, 13M31 only), plug the audio connector into the AUDIO
input on the TV.
• You can also connect a camcorder to inputs on the rear of the TV
(all models).
Connecting an Audio System
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KV-20S30, 20V60, 21RS30C only
To listen to TV audio through a separate stereo system, connect
the TV as shown below. See page 11 to switch to the external
speakers.
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control. You can also use the controls on the TV.
The menu illustrations are from KV-20M20. When features
found on other models are discussed, the manual lists the
models covered by that specific set of menus.
Note
• The menu disappears 90 seconds after you press a button, or
immediately after you press MENU.
• Refer to separate instructions for remote control pre-programming
(KV-20V60 only).
Inserting Batteries
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the
+ and - on the batteries to the + and - inside the battery
compartment. With normal use, the batteries should last for
approximately six months. Model shown is RM-Y116. RM-Y117
uses one battery.
Notes
• Remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage
if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of
time.
• 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.
Changing the Menu Language
Except Canadian models
If you want to view the menus in Spanish, you can change the
menu language.
1 Press MENU. MENU
The Main menu appears.
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2 Press _+ or V- to
move the cursor (1_)
to ENGLISH and press
RETURN.
ENGLISH will
turn red.
Press A+ or V- to
select ESPANOL and t""$_ R)
press RETURN.
ESPAIqOL will turn (
green.
4 Press MENU to return to the TV program.
Note
• Some parts of the Spanish menus will appear in English.
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