In the instructions that follow, we will
refer to the buttons on your remote control.
Keep this flap unfolded and use this page
for reference.
SYSTEM OFF (page 16)
VCR/DVD/MDP
Operation
Buttons
(pages 32, 33)
DVD
Operation
Buttons
(page 33)
PIP (page17)
MUTING
VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE
VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE
TV/VTR
REC
TITLE DVD MENU MTS/SAP
AUDIOFREEZECH
POSITION TV/VIDEOCH
PICTURE
MODE
TV/DBS
FUNCTION
SWAP
MUTING
(page 15)
SLEEP (page 15)
DISPLAY (page 16)
JUMP
(page 15)
POWER
TV
TV
TV/SAT
VOL +/–
RESET
+
-
GUIDE
MTS
CODE SET
(pages 32, 34)
MUTING
SYSTEM
SLEEP DISPLAYANT TV/VIDEO
JUMPENTER
PICTURE
MODE
TV/SAT
VOL
CODE SET
POWER
VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE
FUNCTION
VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE
213
546
879
0
SWAP
GUIDE
MENU
RESET
VTR 1 2 3 DVD/MDP
RM -Y170
TV
Getting to know the buttons on the
POWER
(page 15)
TV
TVOFF
FUNCTION
(page 15)
TV/VIDEO
(page 16)
ANT (page 16)
0 – 9 Buttons
ENTER
GUIDE
CH
MENU
CH +/–
Joystick
(page 13)
VTR1/2/3/DVD/
MDP (pages
32, 33)
remote control
Names of the buttons on the remote
control are presented in different colors to
represent the available functions.
Button color
Black ................ Press to select the component
you want to control; e.g. VTR
(VCR)/MDP/DVD Player, SAT
(Satellite Antenna)/CABLE,
or TV
Green ............... Buttons relevant to power
operations, like turning the TV,
SAT/CABLE, or VTR (VCR)/
MDP/DVD Player on or off
Label color
White ............... TV/VTR (VCR)/MDP/DVD
Player/SAT/CABLE operation
buttons
Yellow.............. PIP operation buttons
Blue .................. SAT (Satellite Antenna)
operation buttons
Green ............... System off operation button
Pink .................. DVD Player operation buttons
For a detailed explanation of most buttons, see
"Watching the TV" on page 15.
All references to buttons on the remote control will
be highlighted with bold text.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the 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, MATCH WIDE BLADE OR
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
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. Continuously watching the
same program 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 result of
misuse.
Note on Caption Vision
This television receiver provides display of television
closed captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the FCC
rules.
Note on cleaning the TV
Clean the TV with a soft dry cloth. Never use strong
solvents such as thinner or benzine, which might
damage the finish of the cabinet.
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 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.
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 authority to operate this equipment.
This document is for the remote control RM-Y170.
MODELS: KV-32XBR250, 36XBR250
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner,
Sony has determined that
this product or product
models meets the ENERGY
STAR® guidelines for energy
efficiency.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
Owners Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of
the TV. Refer to them whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Open Here for Important Safety Information and Remote Control Illustration
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 should still fail 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 three-wire
grounding type AC plug
This plug will only fit into a
grounding-type 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 to
be 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.
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
Unplug the set from the wall outlet
before cleaning or polishing it. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a cloth lightly dampened with water
for cleaning the exterior of the set. 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.
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 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.
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Important Safeguards (continued)
• 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.
Antenna lead-in wire
Ground clamp
Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Electric service
equipment
NEC: National Electrical Code
Grounding conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground clamps
Power service grounding electrode
system (NEC Art 250 Part H)
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 —
this 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.
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Using This Manual Welcome! Precautions
Thank you for purchasing the Sony Trinitron
Color TV. This manual is for models
KV-32XBR250 and KV-36XBR250.
The features you will enjoy include:
• A flat CRT, for optimal picture quality
• Component video (Y, P
highest quality DVD Player connection
• Three A/V inputs, for easy connection of all
your audio and video components
•“Vertical Compression” provides a more
detailed, higher resolution picture for
widescreen sources, such as DVD
• Two S VIDEO inputs, for high quality image
• Dual tuner PIP, which allows you to watch
two programs, one embedded in the other
•
Wireless stereo headphones, which allow you
to listen privately to your television broadcasts
B, PR) input for the
®
Safety
• Operate the TV only with 120 V AC.
• The plug is designed, for safety purposes,
to fit in 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 TV
immediately and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it
further.
Installing
• 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.
• The AC power cord is attached to the rear
of the TV with hooks. Do not attempt to
remove the cord from these hooks. Doing
so could cause damage to the TV.
This manual is divided into five major
sections. We recommend that you review the
contents before you begin to use your new
TV.
1 Connecting and Installing the TV
This section guides you through your
initial set up. It shows how to connect to
your antenna or cable, and connect any
accessories.
2 Basic Set Up
This section teaches you the basic skills
needed to operate your new TV.
3 Using your New TV
This section shows the initial setup screen
and how to use your remote control.
4 Using your Menus
This section teaches you how to access
on-screen menus and adjust your TV's
settings.
5 Troubleshooting
This section helps you to correct problems
you may encounter with your TV.
1
Connecting and Installing the TV
Making Connections
Refer to the table below, it will direct you to the diagram suitable to the equipment you will be
connecting.
If you will be connectingSee page
Cable or antenna only3
Cable and antenna3
Cable box4
Cable box and cable to view scrambled channels4
VCR and cable or antenna5
VCR and cable box5
Two VCRs for tape editing6
Satellite receiver7
VCR and Satellite receiver7
DVD player8
DVD player with component video output connectors8
Audio system9
Audio/Video receiver9
Camcorder to view tapes10
CONTROL S11
VCR using S-Link12
Satellite receiver using S-Link12
2
Note about the AC Power Cord
The AC power cord is attached to the rear of
the TV with hooks. Use caution when
removing the AC plug from its holder. Gently
slide the cord in the upward direction, without
removing the cord from the two lower hooks.
A • VHF only
or
• VHF/UHF
or
• Cable
75-ohm
coaxial cable
(Rear of TV)
VHF/UHF
Cable and antenna
If your cable provider does not feature local
channels, you may find this set up convenient.
(Rear of TV)
CATV cable
AUX
You can
detach the
cord from
this hook
AC Power
cord
Do not remove
the cord from
these hooks.
Cable or Antenna Connections
Connecting directly to cable or an
antenna
The connection you choose will depend on the
cable found in your home. Newer homes will
be equipped with standard coaxial cable (see
A); older homes will probably have 300-ohm
twin lead cable (see
contain both (see C ).
B); still other homes may
B • VHF only
or
• UHF only
or
• VHF/UHF
C • VHF
and
• UHF
300-ohm twin
lead cable
Antenna connector
75-ohm coaxial cable
U/V mixer
(not supplied)
300-ohm twin lead cable
(Rear of TV)
VHF/UHF
(Rear of TV)
VHF/UHF
(No connection "TO
CONVERTER" in this case)
Antenna cable
TO CONVERTER
VHF/UHF
Select CABLE or antenna (ANT) mode by
pressing ANT on the remote control.
Note
In order to receive channels with an antenna,
you will need to turn your CABLE to OFF and
perform the AUTO PROGRAM function, (see
page 26).
3
Connecting and Installing the TV (continued)
Cable Box Connections
Some pay cable TV systems use scrambled or
encoded signals that require a cable box to
view all channels.
Cable box
1 Connect the coaxial connector from your
cable to the IN on your cable box.
2 Using a coaxial cable, connect OUT on
your cable box to VHF/UHF on your TV.
Cable box and cable
For this set up, you can switch between
scrambled channels (through your cable box),
and normal (CATV) channels by pressing
ANT on your remote control.
Notes
• Your Sony remote control can be
programmed to operate your cable box,
(see page 34).
• When using PIP, you cannot view the
AUX input in the window picture.
Tip z
Pressing ANT switches between these inputs.
4
If you will be controlling all channel selection
through your cable box, you should consider
using the CHANNEL FIX feature, (see page 26).
Cable
IN
Cable box
If you are connecting a cable box through the AUX input and
would like to switch between the AUX and normal (CATV) input
you should consider using the CHANNEL FIX feature, (see page 26).
Cable box
IN
OUT
75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
CATV cable (unscrambled channels)
OUT
(Rear of TV)
VHF/UHF
(Rear of TV)
AUX
TO CONVERTER
VHF/UHF
(signal)
VCR Connections
Connecting an antenna/cable TV
system with a VCR
1 Attach the coaxial connector from your
cable or antenna to IN on your VCR.
2 Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO
and VIDEO IN on your TV.
3 Using a coaxial connector, connect OUT on
your VCR to VHF/UHF on your TV.
Tip z
If you are connecting a monaural VCR, connect only the
single white audio output to the left input on your TV.
Connecting a VCR and TV with a
cable box
1 Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to
IN on your cable box .
2 Using a coaxial connector, connect OUT on
your cable box to IN on your VCR.
3 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied)
from the OUT jack on your VCR to
VHF/UHF on your TV.
4
Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and
VIDEO IN on your TV.
For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO
instead of the yellow A/V cable. S VIDEO
does not provide sound, your audio
connectors must still be connected.
Coaxial cable
3
antenna
1
Cable/
OUT
LINE
IN
OUT
VCR
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
2
3
Coaxial cable
VCR
OUT
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
LINE
IN
OUT
2
Cable
1
4
OUT
IN
Cable box
AUX
CONVERTER
VHF/UHF
AUX
TO
CONVERTER
VHF/UHF
TO
(Rear of TV)
134
S VIDEO
VIDEO
L
(
)
MONO
AUDIO
R
(Rear of TV)
VIDEO IN
134
S VIDEO
VIDEO
L
(
)
MONO
AUDIO
R
VIDEO IN
Y
P
B
PR
L
AUDIO
R
S- LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
Y
P
B
P
R
L
AUDIO
R
S- LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
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Connecting and Installing the TV (continued)
Connecting two VCRs for tape editing
MONITOR OUT gives you the ability to use a
second VCR to record a program being played
by the primary VCR or to perform tape
editing and dubbing.
1 Connect the VCR intended for playback
using the connection instructions on
page 5 of this manual.
2 Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO
and VIDEO IN on your VCR intended for
recording to MONITOR AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT on your TV.
Note
You cannot record signals from equipment
connected to the Y, P
B, PR input.
To perform tape editing; set the
TV to the video input intended for
playback by pressing TV/VIDEO.
S VIDEO
VCR (for playback)
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEOAUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
LINE
OUT
VIDEOVIDEO
L
(
MONO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
R
1
VIDEO IN
134
)
(Rear of TV)
Y
P
B
P
R
L
(
AUDIO
R
S-LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
MONO
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
MONITOR
TV
(
)
VAR/FIX
L
)
R
IN
VCR (for recording)
2
OUT
LINE
IN
IN
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
6
Satellite Connections
Connecting a satellite receiver
1
Connect the cable from your satellite
antenna to SATELLITE IN on your receiver.
2 Attach the coaxial connector from your
cable or antenna to VHF/UHF on your TV.
3 Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your receiver to
AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.
If your satellite receiver has an S Video connection,
use it for optimum picture quality instead of the
yellow A/V cable. S Video does not provide sound,
so your audio cable must still be connected.
Satellite receiver
1
Satellite
antenna
cable
SATELLITE IN
LINE OUT
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
3
VHF/UHF
(Rear of TV)
AUX
TO
CONVERTER
2
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
S VIDEO
VIDEO
(
MONO
AUDIO
R
L
)
VIDEO IN
134
Y
B
P
P
R
L
AUDIO
R
S- LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
Connecting a satellite receiver and
a VCR
1
Connect the cable from your satellite
antenna to SATELLITE IN on your receiver
2 Attach the coaxial connector from your
cable or antenna to IN on your VCR.
3 Using a coaxial connector, connect OUT
on your VCR to VHF/UHF on your TV.
4 Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your receiver to
AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your VCR.
5 Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO
and VIDEO IN on your TV.
Pressing TV/VIDEO on the remote control will allow
you to view from the satellite receiver or VCR.
.
4
1
SATELLITE IN
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
LINE OUT
Satellite receiver
S VIDEO
VHF/UHF
VCR
IN
OUT
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
LINE IN
LINE OUT
5
S VIDEO
VHF/UHF
AUX
2
TO
CONVERTER
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
3
S VIDEO
VIDEO
(
MONO
AUDIO
L
)
R
VIDEO IN
134
Y
P
B
PR
L
AUDIO
R
S- LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
7
(Rear of TV)
Connecting and Installing the TV (continued)
DVD Player Connections
Connecting a DVD Player
1 Using audio connectors, connect AUDIO
OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on
your TV.
2 Using an S VIDEO cable, connect S VIDEO
on your DVD player to S VIDEO on your TV.
Connecting a DVD Player with
component video output connectors
This connection option offers the highest
quality DVD picture.
1 Using AUDIO connectors, connect AUDIO R
and L of the LINE OUT on your DVD player
to AUDIO R and L on the VIDEO IN 4 panel
at the rear of your TV.
2 Using three VIDEO connectors, connect
Y, P
B, and PR on the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT on your DVD player to Y, P
on the VIDEO IN 4 panel at the rear of your
TV.
Note
Some DVD player terminals may be labeled Y,
B, and CR, or Y, B-Y, and R-Y. If so, connect
C
them by matching the colors.
B, and PR
DVD
1
LINE OUT
R–AUDIO 1–L VIDEO
(Rear of DVD player)
1
2
S VIDEO OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
S VIDEO cable
LINE OUT
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
Video connectors
S-LINK
OPTICALCOAXIAL
R-YYB-Y
S VIDEO
DIGITAL OUT
(Rear of TV)
VIDEO IN
S VIDEO
VIDEO
(
MONO
AUDIO
R
134
L
)
2
Y
P
B
P
R
L
AUDIO
R
S- LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
(Rear of TV)
VIDEO IN
S VIDEO
VIDEO
(
MONO
AUDIO
R
134
L
)
Y
P
B
P
R
L
AUDIO
R
S-LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
8
Additional Connections
Connecting an audio system
For an enhanced sound, connect your audio
system to your TV.
1 Using AUDIO connectors, connect AUDIO
OUT on your TV to one of the unused Line
inputs (e.g. Tape-2, AUX1, etc.) on your
stereo.
2 Set your stereo to the chosen Line input
and use the AUDIO
audio output, (see page 23).
menu to set your
(Rear of TV)
VIDEO IN
134
S VIDEO
VIDEOVIDEO
L
(
)
MONO
AUDIO
R
Y
P
B
P
R
L
AUDIO
R
S- LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
(
MONO
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
MONITOR
TV
(
)
VAR/FIX
L
)
R
IN
AUDIO-L (white)
AUDIO-R (red)
2
Line
input
1
HRD
Connecting an A/V receiver
1 Using A/V cables, connect TV OUT on
your TV to TV IN on your A/V receiver.
2
Using A/V cables, connect A/V OUT on
your receiver to VIDEO IN on your TV.
Note
If you will be connecting your A/V receiver to
external speakers, you do not need to connect
AUDIO OUT on your A/V receiver to
AUDIO IN on your TV.
Tip z
You may want to use CHANNEL FIX to fix your TV's
input to the A/V receiver (VIDEO 1). (see “CHANNEL
SET UP” on page 26)
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
S VIDEO
VIDEO IN
134
VIDEOVIDEO
L
(
)
MONO
AUDIO
R
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
Y
P
B
P
R
L
AUDIO
R
S-LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
(
MONO
AUDIO
(Rear of TV)
OUT
MONITOR
TV
L
)
R
IN
(
AUDIO
VAR/FIX
2
A/V outputs
)
A/V receiver
A/V inputs
1
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Connecting and Installing the TV (continued)
Connecting a camcorder
This connection is convenient for viewing a
picture directly from your camcorder.
Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO
and VIDEO IN on your TV.
Tip z
If you are connecting a monaural camcorder, connect
only the single white audio output to the left input on
your TV.
If you have an S VIDEO equipped camcorder,
you can use an S VIDEO cable for optimum
picture quality.
VIDEO 2 INPUT
VIDEO L(MONO)-AUDIO-R
S VIDEO
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
A/V output
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Using Special Sony Features
Using the CONTROL S feature
CONTROL S allows you to control your TV
and other Sony equipment with one remote
control.
Using a CONTROL S cable, connect
CONTROL S IN on your Sony equipment,
(e.g. VCR) to CONTROL S OUT on your TV.
Tip z
You can also program your remote control to operate
other equipment, (see page 34).
Using the Vertical Compression
feature
These models use a feature called “vertical
compression” to achieve maximum picture
quality on widescreen sources, including
selected DVDs. This feature compresses the
height of each line for a higher resolution of
the picture.
To enjoy this feature, set your Sony DVD
player to 16:9 mode. The widescreen source
will be automatically detected and displayed
with maximum picture quality.
(Rear of TV)
VIDEO IN
134
S VIDEO
VIDEOVIDEO
L
(
)
MONO
AUDIO
R
Y
P
B
P
R
L
AUDIO
R
S-LINK
CONTROL S
OUT
CONTROL S
OUT
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
TV
(
)
VAR/FIX
L
(
)
MONO
AUDIO
R
IN
IN
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Connecting and Installing the TV (continued)
Connecting S-Link to a VCR
S-Link automatically powers on the TV and
switches to the correct video input when a
tape is inserted in the VCR.
1 Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO
and VIDEO IN on your TV.
2 Using an S-Link connector (mono mini
plug), connect S-LINK on your VCR to
S-LINK/CONTROL S-OUT in the same
VIDEO IN column on your TV.
Connecting S-Link to a satellite
receiver
When you power on the satellite receiver ,
S-Link automatically powers on the TV and
switches to the correct video input.
1 Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver
to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.
2 Using an S-Link connector (mono mini
plug), connect S-LINK on your satellite
receiver to S-LINK/CONTROL S-OUT in
the same VIDEO IN column on your TV.
Note
The S-Link feature will override the “SKIP”
VIDEO LABEL input, (see page 25).
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AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
OUT
IN
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
LINE
OUT
VCR
S-LINK
2
The S-Link connector must be in the same
VIDEO-IN column as the connected A/V cables.
Satellite receiver
SATELLITE IN
S-LINK
AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO
LINE
OUT
1
VHF/UHF
IN
OUT
AUDIO-R (red)
AUDIO-L (white)
VIDEO (yellow)
2
1
(Rear of TV)
VIDEO IN
S VIDEO
VIDEO
(
MONO
AUDIO
L
R
134
)
S VIDEO
VIDEO
L
(
)
MONO
AUDIO
R
Y
P
P
L
AUDIO
R
CONTROL S
OUT
(Rear of TV)
VIDEO IN
134
B
R
S- LINK
Y
P
P
L
AUDIO
R
CONTROL S
OUT
IN
B
R
S- LINK
IN
Basic Set Up
MENU
Inserting Batteries
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by
matching the + and – on the batteries to the
diagram inside the battery compartment.
Notes
• 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 page 34).
Using the Remote Control
Move & Select Buttons
MENU
RESET
VTR 1 2 3 DVD/MDP
GUIDE
CH
RM -Y170
Move
Select
) will select the
TV/SAT
VOL
CODE SET
The supplied remote control has a joystick
which allows for movement of the on-screen
cursor. Pressing up, down, left, or right on the
joystick will cause the cursor to move in the
corresponding direction. Pressing down on
the center of the joystick (
item.
Front Panel Menu Control
The front panel menu controls allow access to
the on-screen menus without the use of a
remote control. Pressing the MENU button
will bring up the on-screen menus. The arrow
buttons, (V,v) move the on-screen cursor in
the menus and the (
menu item.
) button selects the
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Using Your New TV
Setting Up the TV Automatically
After you have finished connecting your TV,
you will want to run AUTO PROGRAM to set
up your channels.
The AUTO PROGRAM feature does not apply for
installations that use a cable box for all channel
selection.
Using the buttons on the top of the TV:
1 Press POWER to turn on the TV.
The initial setup screen appears.
AUTO PROGRAM:
EXIT:
First please connect
cable/antenna
[ CH + ]
[ CH – ]
2 Press CH + to run AUTO PROGRAM or
press CH – to exit.
AUTO PROGRAMMING
Tip z
To reset your TV to factory settings, turn the TV on.
Then, while pressing the RESET button on your remote
control, press the POWER button on your TV. The TV
will turn itself off, then back on.
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Watching the TV
The following chart explains more advanced buttons
on your remote control.
Using the White Labeled Buttons for TV Operations
POWER
VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE
Press when you want to turn connected equipment on and off.
TV
REFER TO THE
ILLUSTRATION OF THE
REMOTE CONTROL ON THE
INSIDE FRONT COVER OF
THIS MANUAL AS YOU
REVIEW THIS CHART
FUNCTION
VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE
–
9
0
PICTURE
MODE
JUMP
MUTING
SLEEP
RESET
Press when you want to control connected equipment with your remote control, (see
TV
pages 32-34 for instructions on programming your remote control).
Use for direct channel selection. Press 0-9 to select a channel, the channel will
change after 2 seconds, or you can press ENTER for immediate selection.
Cycles through the VIDEO MODE settings: VIVID, STANDARD, MOVIE, SPORTS
Alternates back and forth between the last two channels selected with the 0-9 keys.
Instantly turns off the sound. Press again or press VOL + to restore sound.
Turns the TV off in approximately 30, 60, or 90 minutes. Cancel by pressing until
SLEEP OFF appears.
Press to return to factory settings while in an on-screen menu.
.
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Using Your New TV (continued)
Using the White Labeled Buttons for TV Operations
DISPLAY
TV/VIDEO
ANT
(AUX input)
TV/VTR
MTS/SAP
SYSTEM
OFF
Press once to display current time (if set) and channel number.
Press again to activate current CAPTION VISION setting.
To cancel, press DISPLAY until DISPLAY OFF appears.
Press repeatedly to cycle through available video inputs:
TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 and VIDEO 4
Press to change the VHF/UHF input to the AUX input.
Press when you are finished using a VCR and you want to switch to the TV input.
Your VCR power will remain on.
Cycles through the Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) options: STEREO, SAP (Second
Audio Program), MONO (see page 23).
Powers off all Sony equipment at once.
This feature may not work with older Sony equipment.
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TV/SAT
Cycles through the AUTO VOLUME settings.
Using Picture-in-Picture – PIP
Picture-in-Picture (PIP) allows you to watch
two channels simultaneously, one in the large
main window and another in a small
window picture.
REFER TO THE ILLUSTRATION
OF THE REMOTE CONTROL ON
THE INSIDE FRONT COVER OF
THIS MANUAL AS YOU REVIEW
THIS CHART
Indicates which channel is
currently receiving sound
Main
picture
Channel number
of the main
picture
Channel number
of the window
picture
Window
picture
Notes
• You must press TV (FUNCTION) before
you can control PIP with the yellow labeled
buttons.
• The AUX input cannot be viewed in the
window picture.
TV/VIDEO
AUDIO
CH
+
CH
-
POSITION
FREEZE
SWAP
Use the Yellow Labeled Buttons for PIP Operations
Cycles through available video inputs: TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4
Alternates sound between the main picture and the window picture.
A will appear to indicate which picture is receiving sound.
Changes the channel in the window picture.
Moves the location of the window picture.
Press to freeze the window picture. Press again to restore the picture.
Switches the position of the main picture with the window picture.
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Using the Wireless Headphones
Setting Up the Headphones
Install the supplied size AA (R6) battery into
the headphones.
1 Open the battery compartment lid by
pressing and sliding the lid as illustrated.
2 Lift the cover and insert the battery into
the compartment with the positive side up
and then close the lid.
Notes
• When used continuously, the battery will last:
— up to 40 hours with alkaline batteries.
— up to 20 hours with manganese batteries.
• Replace the battery with a new one when the
sound becomes weak.
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Using the Headphones
PICTURE
MODE
VOL
MENU
Power indicator
Volume control
SWAP
GUIDE
CH
.
MODE
TV/SAT
1 Press .
The 2 icon and channel number are
displayed.
2 Turn the power on by placing the
headphones securely on your head.
If you only want to listen to the sound from
the cordless headphones, turn down the TV
speaker volume, or press MUTING.
3 To turn off the headphones, remove them
from your head and press
Tip z
For optimal sound reception, do not cover the infrared
transmitter on the TV or the infrared sensors on the
headphones.
Infrared sensors
Infrared transmitter
Notes
• To help prevent possible hearing damage
due to sudden or prolonged excessive
volume, do not set the headphone
volume too high while using them.
• To prevent possible damage to the
infrared transmitter in the television,
please press the
to turn off the
headphone feature when the headphones
are not in use.
Listening to Sound from a
Main/PIP Picture
Press again to switch the audio to the
window picture.
Coverage Area of the
Infrared Rays
If you want to listen to the sound from the
main or window picture through your
headphones, select the audio source.
PICTURE
MODE
TV/SAT
VOL
SWAP
GUIDE
CH
PIP
1 Press to display a window picture.
2 Press .
The 2 display and channel number
appears for about three seconds.
Main Picture audio
Window Picture audio
Headphones off
Notes
• Exiting from PIP will return the sound to
the main picture.
• The audio to the headphones will be
automatically turned off when the TV is
powered off.
This diagram illustrates the approximate
area covered by the infrared rays emitted
from the transmitter.
Approx. 6m (19.7ft)
Notes
• If you use the headphones too far from
the TV, you may hear a hissing noise.
• If something is between the headphones
and the TV, the sound may be
interrupted. These problems are inherent
to IR communication and do not reflect a
problem with the TV.
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Using Your Menus
Learning Menu Selection
Use the MENU button to access a menu and
move the joystick (V or v) to alter settings. Use
the following example, in which we activate
the CABLE, to learn how to modify settings.
1 Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears.
VIDEO
MODE : VIVID
MENU
2 Press V or v to highlight the desired menu
(in this case SET UP ), and press to
select it.
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
COLOR
HUE
SHARPNESS
TRINITONE: HIGH
COLOR CORRECT: OFF
B
MENU
Select
MoveExit
SET UP
CHANNEL SET UP
PARENTAL CONTROL
VIDEO LABEL
CAPTION VISION: CC1
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
TILT CORRECTION: 0
DEMO
MENU
B
Select
MoveExit
MENU
MENU
3 Press V or v to move to the desired option
and press .
SET UP
CHANNEL SET UP
PARENTAL CONTROL
VIDEO LABEL
CAPTION VISION: CC1
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
TILT CORRECTION: 0
DEMO
MENU
B
Select
MoveExit
MENU
4 Press V or v to move to the desired feature
and press .
CHANNEL SET UP
FAVORITE CHANNEL
CABLE: OFF
CHANNEL FIX: OFF
AUTO PROGRAM
CHANNEL SKIP/ADD
CHANNEL CAPTION
MENU
Select
MoveExit
Options for your selection will be
highlighted.
MENU
5 Press V or v to make your selection and
press .
CHANNEL SET UP
FAVORITE CHANNEL
CABLE: ON
CHANNEL FIX: OFF
AUTO PROGRAM
CHANNEL SKIP/ADD
CHANNEL CAPTION
MENU
Select
MoveExit
When you are finished making changes to the
selected menu, choose
MENU to return to
the main menu.
SET UP
CHANNEL SET UP
PARENTAL CONTROL
VIDEO LABEL
CAPTION VISION: CC1
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
TILT CORRECTION: 0
DEMO
MENU
B
Select
MoveExit
Tip z
Pressing MENU on the remote control will allow you to
exit from the menus at any time.
MENU
MENU
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Quick Start to the Menus
The following is a guide to your menus.
To select a menu:
DisplayHighlightSelect
MENU
VIDEO
MODE : VIVID
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
COLOR
HUE
SHARPNESS
TRINITONE: HIGH
COLOR CORRECT: OFF
B
MENU
Select
MoveExit
AUDIO
TREBLE
BASS
BALANCE
AUTO VOLUME : OFF
EFFECT : OFF
MTS : STEREO
SPEAKER : ON
AUDIO OUT : VARIABLE
B
MENU
Select
MoveExit
TIMER
DAYLIGHT SAVING: NO
CURRENT TIME SET
ON/OFF TIMER
MENU
The VIDEO menu will allow you to make adjustments to your picture settings. It
will also allow you to customize the picture MODE based on the type of program
you are viewing.
MENU
The AUDIO menu offers enhanced audio options such as listening to second
audio programming (SAP), or customizing the EFFECT of the sound on your TV.
MENU
The TIMER menu sets the clock on your TV and allows you to program your TV
for scheduled viewing using the ON/OFF TIMER.
B
MoveExit
B
MoveExit
B
MoveExit
– –:– – AM
– – –
Select
SET UP
CHANNEL SET UP
PARENTAL CONTROL
VIDEO LABEL
CAPTION VISION: CC1
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
TILT CORRECTION: 0
DEMO
MENU
Select
Escape to
Basic Menu
Select
MENU
The SET UP menu provides several options for setting up
your channels, labeling your TV/VIDEO inputs, and
selecting the LANGUAGE of your menus.
The CHANNEL SET UP menu is a sub-menu which
MENU
provides further options for setting up your TV.
The Basic Menu provides quick access to frequently used
settings.
MENU
CHANNEL SET UP
FAVORITE CHANNEL
CABLE: ON
CHANNEL FIX: OFF
AUTO PROGRAM
CHANNEL SKIP/ADD
CHANNEL CAPTION
MENU
Select
MoveExit
VIDEO MODE : VIVID
PICTURE :
AUDIO : SRS
ADVANCED MENU
Select
MoveExit
MENU
MENU
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Using Your Menus (continued)
Using the VIDEO Menu
VIDEO
MODE : VIVID
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
COLOR
HUE
SHARPNESS
TRINITONE: HIGH
COLOR CORRECT: OFF
B
MENU
Select
MoveExit
To select the VIDEO menu:
DisplayHighlightSelect
MENU
}
MENU
Adjustment
bars
MODE
Customized picture
viewing
PICTURE
Picture contrast
BRIGHTNESS
Picture adjustment
COLOR
Color saturation
HUE
Color tones
SHARPNESS
Picture detail
TRINITONE
White intensity
adjustment
COLOR CORRECT
Color ratio adjustment
VIVID: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
SPORTS: Select for a bright picture.
MOVIE: Select for a finely detailed picture.
STANDARD: Select to receive a standard picture.
Press the PICTURE MODE button to access one of the above settings directly.
Adjust left to decrease picture contrast and soften the color.
Adjust right to increase picture contrast and create more vivid color.
Adjust left to darken the picture.
Adjust right to brighten the picture.
Adjust left to decrease color intensity or saturation.
Adjust right to increase color intensity or saturation.
Adjust left to increase the red tones.
Adjust right to decrease the red tones.
Adjust left to soften the picture detail.
Adjust right to sharpen the picture detail.
HIGH: Gives the white colors a blue tint.
MEDIUM: Gives the white colors a neutral tint.
NTSC STD: Gives the white colors a red tint.
ON: Emphasizes reds and blues.
OFF: Emphasizes greens.
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Using the AUDIO Menu
AUDIO
TREBLE
BASS
BALANCE
AUTO VOLUME : OFF
MTS : STEREO
SPEAKER : ON
AUDIO OUT : VARIABLE
MENU
B
EFFECT : OFF
MoveExit
MENU
Select
Adjustment
}
To select the AUDIO menu:
DisplayHighlightSelect
MENU
Tips z
• Press to cycle through your AUTO VOLUME
options.
• Press MTS/SAP on your remote control to cycle
through the MTS options.
bars
TREBLE
BASS
BALANCE
AUTO VOLUME
Stabilizes volume
EFFECT
Enhanced audio
MTS
Multi-Channel sound
SPEAKER
Custom selection
of audio output
source
AUDIO OUT
Use to control the
TV's volume through
a stereo
Adjust left or right to decrease or increase higher pitched sounds.
Adjust left or right to decrease or increase lower pitched sounds.
Adjust left or right to emphasize left and right speaker balance.
ON: Select to stabilize the volume.
OFF: Select to turn AUTO VOLUME off.
SIMULATED: Adds a surround-like effect to mono programs.
SRS: Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo signals.
OFF: Normal stereo or mono reception.
MONO: Select to reduce noise in areas with poor reception.
SAP:
Select to listen to bilingual broadcast or other Second Audio Programs (SAP).
STEREO: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo.
ON: Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with or without a
separate stereo system.
OFF: Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV's sound only through
external audio system speakers.
AUDIO OUT can only be set when SPEAKER is set to OFF.
VARIABLE: Adjust the volume through your TV
FIXED: Adjust the TV volume through a connected stereo
.
.
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Using Your Menus (continued)
Using the TIMER Menu
TIMER
DAYLIGHT SAVING: NO
CURRENT TIME SET
ON/OFF TIMER
MENU
B
MoveExit
To select the TIMER menu:
DisplayHighlightSelect
MENU
Tip z
Set DAYLIGHT SAVING before setting the clock.
– – –
Select
– –:– – AM
MENU
DAYLIGHT
SAVING
CURRENT
TIME SET
Necessary for the
ON/OFF TIMER
ON/OFF TIMER
Wake up or
scheduled viewing
YES: Select to compensate for Daylight Saving Time.
NO: Select at the end of Daylight Saving Time.
With the CURRENT TIME SET menu open:
1 Press .
2 Press V or v until the current day is displayed.
CURRENT TIME SET
– –:– – AM
– – –
MENU
Press to select.
3 Press V or v until the current hour and AM/PM is
displayed. Press to select
Select
MoveExit
MENU
4 Press V or v until the current minute is displayed, and press .
Any loss of power will cause these settings to be cleared.
CURRENT TIME SET must be programmed before you
can use the ON/OFF TIMER.
With the ON/OFF TIMER menu open:
1 Choose the ON/OFF TIMER you would like to set and
press .
2 Press V or v until the desired day or range of days is
ON/OFF TIMER
1.
––––––
– –:– – AM h CH
2.
––––––
– –:– – AM h CH
MENU
Select a position
MoveExit
SUN 12:00 AM
Select
––––
––––
MENU
displayed. Press to select.
3 Indicate the time that you want the TV to turn on
(hour, then minutes) by pressing V or v and then .
4 Set the time duration (maximum of 6 hours) by pressing V or v and then .
5 Press V or v until you reach the desired channel. Press to select.
When you perform AUTO PROGRAM, all ON/OFF TIMER settings will be cleared.
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Using the SET UP Menu
SET UP
CHANNEL SET UP
PARENTAL CONTROL
VIDEO LABEL
CAPTION VISION: CC1
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
TILT CORRECTION: 0
DEMO
MENU
B
Select
MoveExit
To select the SET UP menu:
DisplayHighlightSelect
MENU
MENU
CHANNEL
SET UP
PARENTAL
CONTROL
VIDEO LABEL
Label connected
equipment for easy
recognition
The CHANNEL SET UP menu is a submenu which provides further options for
setting up your TV. (see page 26)
The PARENTAL CONTROL feature provides parents several options for
programming the TV to block shows based on their rating. (see pages 28-31).
With the VIDEO LABEL window open:
1 Press V or v to access the input you want to label and
press .
2 Press V or v to choose the label and press .
VIDEO LABEL Options:
VIDEO LABEL
VIDEO 1 : VHS
VIDEO 2 : GAME
VIDEO 3 : VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4 : VIDEO 4
MENU
Select
MoveExit
MENU
VIDEO 1/2/3: VHS, 8mm, BETA, LD, GAME, SAT, DVD, WEB,
RECEIVER, DTV, SKIP
VIDEO 4: DVD, DTV, SKIP
If you select SKIP, your TV will skip this connection when you press the TV/VIDEO
button.
CAPTION
VISION
Closed Captioning
and channel
information
LANGUAGE
TILT
CORRECTION
DEMO
CC1, 2, 3 or 4: Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound effects of a
program, (the mode should be set to CC1 for most programs).
TEXT1, 2, 3 or 4: Displays network/station information presented using either half
or the whole screen.
XDS (Extended Data Service): Displays network name, program name, program
length, and time of the show if the broadcaster offers this service.
NOTE: To activate CAPTION VISION, press the DISPLAY button on the remote
control until “CC1” appears on your screen.
Select from available languages to display all menus in your language of choice.
Press V or v to correct any tilt of the picture between +5 and –5 and press .
Select to run a demonstration of on-screen menus.
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Using Your Menus (continued)
Using the CHANNEL SET UP
Menu
CHANNEL SET UP
FAVORITE CHANNEL
CABLE: ON
CHANNEL FIX: OFF
AUTO PROGRAM
CHANNEL SKIP/ADD
CHANNEL CAPTION
MENU
Select
MoveExit
To select the CHANNEL SET UP
menu:
DisplayHighlightSelect
MENU
Note
The FAVORITE CHANNEL feature is not
available for the AUX input.
MENU
FAVORITE
CHANNEL
Quick access to
favorite channels
CABLE
CHANNEL FIX
Useful when you have
a cable box or
satellite receiver
connected
AUTO PROGRAM
AUTO: Select to automatically program the last five
channels accessed with the 0-9 buttons.
MANUAL: Select to program your channels manually.
FAVORITE CHANNEL
MODE : AUTO
PREVIEW : ON
1. 6
2. 5
3. 4
4. 3
5. 2
MENU
Select
MoveExit
Using FAVORITE CHANNEL:
1 Exit all menus and press , your FAVORITE CHANNEL
options will appear.
2 Press V or v to access the channel you want to watch,
and press .
FAVORITES
125 ESPN
14 ABC
48 CBS
16 NBC
5 CBC
Exit
If PREVIEW is set to ON, a window picture displays your
favorite channels as you cycle through the options.
ON: Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable.
OFF: Select if you are using an antenna.
You will need to run AUTO PROGRAM after changing your CABLE settings.
CHANNEL FIX options:
2-6: Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box.
Select the appropriate channel number (usually 3 or 4) and use the cable box’s
remote control for selection.
AUX 2-6: Select when a cable box is connected to the AUX input, (see page 4).
Press the AUX button to alternate between.
VIDEO: Select from available video inputs when you have video equipment
connected (e.g. satellite receiver) and you want your TV fixed to it.
Instructs the TV to program all receivable channels.
MENU
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CHANNEL
SKIP/ADD
CHANNEL
CAPTION
Label up to 12
channels with their
call letters
With the CHANNEL SKIP/ADD window open:
1 Select the desired channel.
2 Press to SKIP or ADD (only one option will be available).
With the CHANNEL CAPTION menu open:
1 Press and then V or v to access the desired channel, and press again.
2 Press V or v to display a letter or number of the caption and press to select it.
3 Press to activate. To erase a caption, press RESET.
CHANNEL SKIP/ADD
SKIP
ADD
MENU
Use [0-9] or [CH +/-]
to select the channel
Select
MoveExit
CHANNEL CAPTION
CHANNEL
CAPTION
MENU
Select
MoveExit
– – – –
33
MENU
33
MENU
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Using Your Menus (continued)
The Parental Guideline
Rating System
This table provides a brief overview of the
rating systems available for the PARENTAL
CONTROL feature.
For detailed information on how to change
your TV rating, see pages 30-31.
Notes
• The content ratings will increase
depending on the level of the age-based
rating. For example, a program with a TVPG V (Violence) rating may contain
moderate violence, while a TV-14 V
(Violence) rating may contain more
intense violence.
• If you choose to block unrated TV
programs, please be aware that the
following programs may be blocked:
emergency broadcasts, political programs,
sports, news, public service
announcements, religious programs and
weather.
• To ensure maximum blocking capability,
the age-based ratings should be blocked.
TV RATINGS
Block programs by
their rating, content
or both
MOVIE RATINGS
UNRATED
Block programs or
movies that are
broadcast without
a rating
Overview of the Ratings
Age based options:
TV-Y: All children.
TV-Y7: Directed to older children.
TV-G: General Audience.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance suggested.
TV-14: Parents Strongly cautioned.
TV-MA: Mature Audience only.
Content based options:
FV: Fantasy Violence.
D: Suggestive Dialogue.
L: Strong Language.
S: Sexual situations.
V: Violence.
(U.S. models only)
G: All children and General Audience.
PG: Parental Guidance suggested.
PG-13: Parental Guidance for children under 13.
R: Restricted viewing, Parental Guidance is suggested
for children under 17.
NC-17: No one 17 and under allowed.
X: No one 17 and under allowed.
(U.S. models only)
VIEW ALL: Allows all unrated programming.
BLOCK TV: Blocks all unrated TV programs.
BLOCK MOVIES: Blocks all unrated movies.
BLOCK ALL: Blocks all unrated programming.
TV RATINGS
MOVIE RATINGS
CUSTOM RATINGS
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TV-Y:
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Select
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_
_
_
_
Select
Select
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D L S V
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L S V
TV-Y7: FV:
TV-G:
TV-PG: D L S V
TV-14:
TV-MA:
MENU
Select category
MoveExit
G:
PG:
PG-13:
R:
NC-17:
X:
MENU
Select rating
MoveExit
TV RATINGS
MOVIE RATINGS
UNRATED: VIEW ALL
MENU
Select category
MoveExit
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MENU
MENU
MENU
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ENGLISH RATINGS
For Canadian programs
that are broadcast in
English
FRENCH RATINGS
For Canadian programs
that are broadcast in
French
Overview of the Ratings
(Canadian models only)
C: All children.
C8+: Children 8 years and older.
G: General programming.
PG: Parental Guidance.
14+: Viewers 14 and older.
18+: Adult programming.
(Canadian models only)
G: General programming.
8 ans+: Not recommended for young children.
13 ans+: Not recommended for ages under 13.
16 ans+: Not recommended for ages under 16
18 ans+: Programming restricted to adults.
ENGLISH RATINGS
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C:
_
C8+:
_
G:
_
PG:
_
14+:
_
18+:
MENU
Select rating
Select
MoveExit
FRENCH RATINGS
_
G:
_
8 ans+:
_
13 ans+:
_
16 ans+:
_
18 ans+:
MENU
Select rating
Select
MoveExit
MENU
MENU
U.S.A. RATINGS
For programs from the
United States
(Canadian models only)
Please see TV RATINGS on page 28 for information on U.S.A. RATINGS.
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Using Your Menus (continued)
Using the PARENTAL CONTROL
Menu
This section shows you how to access the
PARENTAL CONTROL menu. After you
follow the example below, the next section
shows you how to adjust your TV’s rating.
1 Press MENU and select the SET UP
menu.
SET UP
CHANNEL SET UP
PARENTAL CONTROL
VIDEO LABEL
MENU
2 Point the cursor to PARENTAL
CONTROL and press .
CAPTION VISION: CC1
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
TILT CORRECTION: 0
DEMO
MENU
B
Select
MoveExit
SET UP
CHANNEL SET UP
PARENTAL CONTROL
FAVORITE CHANNEL
VIDEO LABEL
CAPTION VISION: CC1
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
TILT CORRECTION: 0
DEMO
B
MENU
Select
MoveExit
MENU
MENU
You will be asked to enter a 4-digit password
for any future access into the PARENTAL
CONTROL menu.
3 Press and use the 0-9 buttons to enter
your 4-digit password.
PARENTAL CONTROL
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 809
PASSWORD: _ _ _ _
MENU
Use the [0-9] buttons to
enter new four digit
password
Select
MoveExit
MENU
4 Confirm your password by entering it
again.
PARENTAL CONTROL
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 809
Once your password is set correctly, you
will be taken into the PARENTAL
CONTROL menu.
PASSWORD: X X X _
MENU
Confirm password
Select
MoveExit
MENU
In order to change the RATING you will need
to set PARENTAL LOCK to ON.
5 Point the cursor at PARENTAL LOCK and
press
See pages 28-29 for an overview of the
Parental Guideline ratings.
Tip z
Keep this instruction manual in a safe place. In the event
that you forget your password, please see page 36.
. Press V or v to ON and press .
PARENTAL CONTROL
PARENTAL LOCK: OFF
RATING: CHILD
CHANGE PASSWORD
MENU
Select
MoveExit
MENU
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Setting the TV’s RATING
This section provides information on how to
set the TV’s RATING and how to change
your password.
PARENTAL CONTROL
PARENTAL LOCK: ON
RATING: CHILD
CHANGE PASSWORD
MENU
Select
MoveExit
Note
Entering your password to view a blocked
program will temporarily turn PARENTAL
LOCK to OFF. To reactivate your
PARENTAL CONTROL settings, turn the TV
off then back on; the TV will restore your
rating settings.
MENU
PARENTAL LOCK
Turns ratings on/off
RATING
CHANGE
PASSWORD
ON: Select to activate the RATING.
OFF: Turns off current ratings.
If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system, you should use
one of the following preselected categories to help simplify the rating selection.
The following maximum ratings will be allowed:
CHILD: TV-Y, TV-G, G (U.S. models only),
TV-Y, G (Canadian models only).
YOUTH: TV-PG, PG (U.S. models only),
TV-PG, PG, 8 ans+ (Canadian models only).
PARENTAL CONTROL
PARENTAL LOCK: ON
RATING: CHILD
CHANGE PASSWORD
MENU
YOUNG ADULT: TV-14, PG-13 (U.S. models only),
TV-14, 14+, 13 ans+ (Canadian models only).
Select
MoveExit
MENU
CUSTOM: If you prefer to set more restrictive ratings, highlight CUSTOM and
press . See pages 28-29, for an overview of the rating systems available.
In the CUSTOM RATINGS menu:
1 Select the desired rating category and press .
2 Press V or v to select the maximum rating or content and press .
3 Press V or v to block or unblock the rating or content and press .
Once you have blocked a rating or content, all higher ratings or contents will be
automatically blocked.
To view a blocked program:
Press ENTER on the remote control, then use the 0-9 buttons to enter your
password.
To reset your password:
1 Move the cursor to CHANGE PASSWORD press .
2 Use the 0-9 buttons to create a new password, enter again to confirm.
In the event that you forget your password, see page 36.
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Operating Video Equipment
Programming the Remote
Control
You can use the supplied remote control to
operate Sony or non-Sony video equipment.
1 Press CODE SET.
2 Press VTR/DVD (FUNCTION).
3 Use the 0-9 buttons to key in the
manufacturer's code number from the
following chart.
To play
To stop
To fast forward
To rewind the tape
To pause
To scan
To change input
mode
Press VTR/DVD (POWER).
Press the 0-9 buttons.
Press CH +/–.
Press ( and r
simultaneously.
Press (.
Press p.
Press ).
Press 0.
Press P.
To resume normal playback,
press again or press (.
Press ) or 0 during
playback.
To resume normal playback,
release the button.
Press TV/VTR.
Tips z
• In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate
your non-Sony video equipment with the supplied
remote control. In this case, please use the
equipment’s own remote control.
• When you remove the batteries, the code number may
revert to the factory setting.
• The code numbers for Sony VCRs are assigned at the
factory as follows:
VHS VCR301
(preset code for the
supplied remote control)
8 mm VCR302
Beta, ED Beta VCRs303
Laserdisc
code numbers
Manufacturer Code
Sony701
Panasonic704, 710
Pioneer702
Operating a
Laserdisc
To turn on or off
To play
To stop
To pause
To scan
To search the
chapter forward or
backward
Tip z
If you will not be programming a satellite receiver or
cable box into the SAT/CABLE function of your remote,
you can use it to program other video equipment (e.g.
DVD, MDP, or second VCR).
Buttons on the remote
control
Press VTR/DVD (POWER).
Press (.
Press p.
Press P.
To resume normal playback,
press again or press (.
Press ) or 0 during
playback.
To resume normal playback,
press (.
Press CH +/–.
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc)
code numbers
Manufacturer Code
Sony751
Panasonic753
Pioneer752
RCA755
Toshiba754
Operating a DVD
player
To turn on or off
To play
To stop
To pause
To scan
To search the
chapter forward or
backward
To select chapters
directly
MENU
To move cursor in
menu
Buttons on the remote
control
Press VTR/DVD (POWER).
Press (.
Press p.
Press P.
To resume normal playback,
press again or press (.
Press ) or 0 during
playback.
To resume normal playback,
press (.
Press CH +/–.
0-9 + ENTER.
Press to display DVD menu.
Use your arrow buttons
V, v, B, b.
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Operating a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver
Programming the Remote
Control
You can program the supplied remote
control to operate a cable box or satellite
receiver.
1 Press CODE SET.
2 Press SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION).
3 Use the 0-9 buttons to key in the
manufacturer's code number from the
following chart.
4 Press ENTER.
For more details on operating the
cable box or satellite receiver
Refer to the operating instructions that were
supplied with the equipment.
If the remote control doesn’t work
First, try repeating the setup procedures
using the other codes listed for your
equipment.
Tips z
• If more than one code number is listed, try
entering them one by one until you come to the
correct code for your equipment.
• If you enter a new code number, the code number
you previously entered at that setting is erased.
• In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate
your equipment with the supplied remote control.
In this case, use the equipment’s supplied remote
control.
• Whenever you remove the batteries the code
numbers may revert to the factory setting.
Cable box code numbers
Manufacturer
Hamlin/Regal
Jerrold/G. I.
Oak
Panasonic
Pioneer
Scientific Atlanta
Tocom
Zenith
222, 223, 224, 225, 226
201, 202, 203, 204, 205,
206, 207, 208, 218
227, 228, 229
219, 220, 221
214, 215
209, 210, 211
216, 217
212, 213
Satellite receiver code numbers
Manufacturer
Sony
General Electric
Hitachi
Hughes
Panasonic
RCA/PROSCAN
Toshiba
801 (preset code for
remote control)
802, 808
806, 807
Code
Code
802
805
804
803
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Troubleshooting
Consult the table below; it suggests solutions to specific problems.
Problem What it could be What you can do
You want to restore the TV's
factory settings
A red light keeps flashing on the
TV for more than a few seconds
TV makes a noise when turned on
Screen is not lit and there is no
sound
Poor or no picture (screen lit),
good sound
Good picture, no sound
No color
Only snow and noise appear on
the screen
• Your TV may need service.
• This is a normal function of your TV.
• Power cord may not be plugged in.
•
Remote control batteries may not be inserted correctly.
• TV/VIDEO setting may be incorrect.
• Current program may exceed PARENTAL
CONTROL settings.
•
VIDEO menu settings may not be adjusted correctly.
• Antenna/cable connections may be faulty.
• VIDEO LABEL inputs may be set to WEB. (This
label darkens the screen for ideal WebTV viewing)
• Sound may be set to MUTING.
• Your TV may be set to SAP.
• SPEAKER may not be set correctly.
• Color settings may not be adjusted correctly.
•
CABLE may not be set correctly in the CHANNEL
SET UP menu.
• Antenna/cable connections may not be correct.
• TV may be set to AUX mode.
• First, turn the TV on. Then while pressing the RESET
button on the remote control, press the POWER button
on the TV. The TV will turn itself off and then back on.
When the TV turns on again, all settings will be reset, and
the initial setup screen will appear.
• Call your local Sony service center.
• Check your power cord.
• Re-insert the batteries in your remote control.
• Press TV/VIDEO until you receive a channel.
• Check your PARENTAL CONTROL settings, (page 31).
• Readjust your VIDEO menu settings, (page 22).
• Check your VIDEO LABEL settings, (page 25).
• Press MUTING.
• Check the MTS setting in the AUDIO menu, (page 23).
• Check your SPEAKER settings, (page 23).
•
Adjust the COLOR settings in the VIDEO menu, (page 22).
• Ensure that you have selected the correct CABLE mode in
the CHANNEL SET UP menu, (page 26).
• Press ANT on your remote control to change the input
mode, (page 16).
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Troubleshooting (continued)
ProblemWhat it could beWhat you can do
Cannot receive upper
channels (UHF) when
using an antenna
Cannot receive any
channels when using
cable
Cannot gain enough
volume when using a
cable box
TV is fixed to one
channel
Lost password for
PARENTAL
CONTROL
• CABLE setting may not be correct
in the CHANNEL SET UP menu.
• CABLE setting may not be correct
in the CHANNEL SET UP menu.
• Volume may not be adjusted on
your cable box.
• CHANNEL FIX settings may not
be correct.
•
Ensure that CABLE is set to OFF
in the CHANNEL SET UP menu,
(page 26).
•
Use AUTO PROGRAM to add
receivable channels that are not
presently in TV memory, (page 26).
•
Ensure that CABLE is set to OFF
in the CHANNEL SET UP menu,
(page 26).
•
Use AUTO PROGRAM to add
receivable channels that are not
presently in TV memory, (page 26).
• Press TV (FUNCTION) and
adjust the TV's volume.
• Check your CHANNEL FIX
settings, (page 26).
• In the password screen, enter the
following master password: 4357.
The master password cannot
be used to unlock currently
blocked channels.
Specifications
Supplied Accessories
Cordless stereo headphones MDR-IF0230 (1)
Remote control RM-Y170 (1)
Batteries size AA (3)
Optional Accessories
Connecting cables
A/V CableVMC-810/820/830HG
Audio CableRKC-515HG
ComponentVMC-10/30HG
Video Cable
S-Link CableRK-G69HG
S Video CableYC-15/30HG
TV StandSU-32XBR2,
SU-36XBR2
If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your
Sony television, please call our Direct Response Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669)(U.S. residents only)
or (416) 499-SONY (7669)(Canadian residents only).
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
KV – 36XBR250
120 V, 60 Hz
3
2
4
1
1
1
3
1
1
15W × 2
200 W
2 W
975 × 757 × 633 mm
3
/
8
× 29
13
/
16
× 24
38
107 kg
236 lbs
®
tube
15
/
16
in
(r) SRS (SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM)
The (r) SRS (SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM) is
manufactured by Sony Corporation under license
from SRS Labs, Inc. It is covered by U.S. Patent
No. 4,748,669. Other U.S. and foreign patents
pending.
The word ‘SRS’ and the SRS symbol (r) are
registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP
4638258.4482866. BBE and BBE symbol are
trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
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Index
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Adjusting your menus .............................................. 20
ANT ............................................................................. 16