Sony KV-27TS20 User Manual

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TRINITRON. COLOR TV

Operating instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.

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Owner’s Record

WARNING

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The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of
the unit. Record these numbers in the spaces provided

below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon

your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No.

Serial No.

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

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 CATV system installer in the U.S.A.

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-22 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 fhe building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS

POU\RIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,

RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BU\DES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLA>DE
EXPOSURE.

Contents

Features.................................................................................................................................... 4

Precautions............................................................................................................................... 4

Location of controis................................................................................................................... 5

Connecting TV antenna/cabie................................................................................................... 8

Connecting other optionai equipment......................................................................................10

Preparing Remote Commander..............................................................................................11

Presetting TV channeis............................................................................................................12

Watching TV programs............................................................................................................14

Timer/Biock..............................................................................................................................16

Specifications
Troubleshooting.,

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Features

Precautions

Color monitor featuring a Microblack^^'“' Trinitron picture
tube for high resolution, high contrast picture.

• Multi-band VHF/UHF/CATV tuner receives up to 125

cable channels for a total of 181 possible off-air and
cable channels.

• Built-in MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) decoder enables
reception of stereo programs and Second Audio
Program (SAP) broadcasts.

• Built-in video input jacks for better quality picture of the
connected VCR or other equipment.

• Variable audio output jacks reproduces TV or video
sound through an audio system.

• On-screen displays

Supplied Remote Commander provides you many other

convenient features.

• Timer/Block for automatic program starting and channel
blocking.

• Sleep timer automatically turns off the TV after
approximately one hour.

• Automatic programming to preset all receivable

channels instantly.

• Jump button to switch quickly between two channels.

And other features for high quality picture...

• Dynamic color^''^ system for superior color reproduction
with natural facial color tones and dazzling whites.

• Dynamic picture^M system adjusts picture contrast
automatically to produce more detail in both bright and
dark areas of every scene.

• Colorpure Filter'T'^ produces fine picture detail without
color spill or color noise.

Safety

Operate the unit only on 120 V AC.
One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the

purpose of safety 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.
Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not going to
be used for several days or more. To disconnect the
cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

Installation

To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the
ventilation openings.
Do not install the unit in a hot or humid place or in a
place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

Cleaning

Clean the unit with a slightly damp soft cloth. Use a mild
household detergent. Never use strong solvents such as
thinner or benzine as they might damage the finish of the
cabinet.

Repacking

Retain the original carton and packing materials for safe
transport of this unit in the future.

Use of this television receiver 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.

Location of Controls

Refer to the page indicated in • for details.

Monitor

Speakers

- Compartment

Push to open.

SLEEP lamp 0

STEREO lamp 0

•TIMER lamp 0

• Remote sensor

POWER switch 0, 0

CABLE switch 0, 0

■PICTURE +/- buttons

•HUE control

- COLOR control

-BRIGHT control

-SHARP control

0

On screen displays

a) • Channel numbers

• MTS mode indication

• “MUTING”, “SLEEP” or “VIDEO” mode indication

b) “AUTO PROGRAM”, “TIMER” or “TIMER BLOCK”

indication

c) • Bar display for volume or picture adjustment

• Current time for Timer/Block.

Location of Controls

Rear

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