Sony KV-34XBR910, KV-30XBR910 User Manual

4-094-064-21

Sony Corporation         Printed in U.S.A. 

Operating Instructions

KV-30XBR910 KV-34XBR910

WARNING

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

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 electr ic 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 OF PLUG TO WIDE S LOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION

When usi ng TV games, computer s, and similar products with y our 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 National Electrical Code (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 priv ate 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.

Installing

To prevent internal heat buildup, 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.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product or product models meets

NERGY STAR guidelines

the E for energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are provided on the front of this instruction manual and at the rear of the TV. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Trademark Information

TruSurround and the symbol are trademark s of SR S Labs, Inc. TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

BBE and BBE Symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. and are licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under U.S. Patent No. 4, 638,25 8 and 4,482,866.

Wega, FD Trinitron, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation, Caption Vision, CineMotion, Memory Stick, and Twin View are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. ClearEdge VM and HD Detailer are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read thes e 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 batt ery 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. Thi s is a safe ty fe ature. If you are unab le to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should s till fail to fit, conta ct your elect rician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized p lug 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.

Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm. Lightning may strike while you are holding the cable or cord, causing serious injury. Turn off your TV and wait for the weather to improve.

Memory Stick

To protect small children from injury from Memory Stick Media, remove all Memory Stick media from the TV’s Memory Stick slot and store it in a safe location when it is not in use.

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.

Do not place any objects, especially heavy objects, on top of the set. The object may fall from the set, causing injury.

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

Always use two or more people to lift or move the set. The set is heavy and the bottom surface is flat. Serious injury can result from trying to move the set by yourself alone, or from unsteady handling. Inst all the set on a stable, level surface.

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, tripod, bracket, table or shelf. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Us e only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 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.

Disconnect all cables and cords from the set before attempting to move the set.

Do not allow children or pets to climb up onto, or push against, the set. The set may fall, causing serious injury.

Ven til ati on

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.

❑ 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 sta tic charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provide 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 National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

Antenna lead-in wire

Ground clamp

Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Electric service equipment

NEC: National Electrical Code

Ground ing 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 q ualified service personnel under the following conditions:

❑ When the power cord or plug

is damaged or frayed.

❑ If liquid has been spilled into

the set or objects have fallen into the product.

❑ 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 t he oper ating 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, it

indicates a need for service.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the set y ourself 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.

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

Overview ....................................................................................................... 9

Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega ............................................................... 9

Package Contents.............................................................................. 9

Features ............................................................................................ 9

Setting Up the TV

Overview .....................................................................................................11

About the AC Power Cord............................................................... 11

TV Controls and Connectors.......................................................................12

Front Panel .....................................................................................12

Rear Panel ....................................................................................... 14

Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna .................................16

Cable or Antenna Only ....................................................................17

Cable and Antenna Only .................................................................18

Cable Box and Cable Only ............................................................... 20

Cable Box Only ................................................................................ 22

Connecting Optional Equipment ...............................................................23

About Using S VIDEO ...................................................................... 23

VCR and Cable ................................................................................24

VCR and Cable Box .........................................................................26

Two VCRs for Tape Editing ..............................................................28

Satellite Receiver.............................................................................. 30

Satellite Receiver and VCR ...............................................................32

DVD Player with Component Video Connectors...............................34

DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors ............................. 36

DVI-Equipped Device .......................................................................37

Camcorder ......................................................................................38

Audio Receiver ................................................................................39

Using the CONTROL S Feature ...................................................................40

Setting Up the Channel List .......................................................................41

Using Auto Program ........................................................................41

Using the Remote Control

Overview .....................................................................................................43

Inserting Batteries.......................................................................................43

Button Descriptions ....................................................................................44

Programming the Remote Control ............................................................47

Outside Panel ..................................................................................44

Inside Panel .....................................................................................46

Using the Features

Overview .....................................................................................................49

Watching TV ................................................................................................50

Using the Scrolling Index ...........................................................................51

Using Wide Mode .......................................................................................52

Using Twin View .........................................................................................53

Using Favorite Channels .............................................................................56

Using the Freeze Function..........................................................................57

Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control...........................58

Using the Memory Stick Viewer

About Memory Stick ...................................................................................61

Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick ..................................................63

Using the Memory Stick Index ...................................................................66

Viewing Photos ........................................................................................... 68

Playing Movies ............................................................................................71

Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options .................................................... 73

Notes on Using Memory Stick Media ........................................................75

Other Info SETUP WelcomeSETUP SETUPSETUP

Factors Affecting Scrolling Index ......................................................51

Displaying Twin Pictures .................................................................. 53

Factors Affecting Twin View ............................................................ 53

Activating the Picture ......................................................................54

Changing the Picture Size ................................................................ 55

Creating a List of Favorite Channels .................................................56

Displaying a List of Favorite Channels ..............................................56

All Equipment..................................................................................58

Operating a VCR .............................................................................58

Operating a Satellite Receiver ..........................................................58

Operating a Cable Box.....................................................................59

Operating a DVD Player ...................................................................59

Operating an MDP (Laserdisc Player) ................................................59

Features ..........................................................................................61

Memory Stick Compatibility ............................................................. 62

File Compatibility .............................................................................62

Trademark Information ....................................................................62

Inserting a Memory Stick ................................................................. 63

Inserting the Memory Stick Duo.......................................................64

Removing a Memory Stick ............................................................... 65

Using the Memory Stick Index ......................................................... 67

Photo Controls ................................................................................ 68

Photo Menu Bar Options ................................................................. 69

Using Zoom and Pan .......................................................................70

Using Rotate....................................................................................70

Movie Controls................................................................................71

Movie Menu Bar Options ................................................................. 72

Slide Show Menu Options ...............................................................73

Folder Menu Options ....................................................................... 74

Memory Stick Menu ........................................................................74

About DCF File Names ..................................................................... 75

Memory Stick Precautions................................................................76

Using the Menus

Other Information

Overview .....................................................................................................77

Navigating Through Menus .......................................................................77

Using the Video Menu................................................................................78

Using the Audio Menu ...............................................................................80

Using the Screen Menu .............................................................................. 82

Using the Channel Menu ............................................................................84

Using the Parent Menu...............................................................................86

Using the Setup Menu................................................................................89

Overview .....................................................................................................93

Glossary ....................................................................................................... 94

Contacting Sony ..........................................................................................95

Troubleshooting..........................................................................................95

Twin View ...................................................................................... 95

Remote Control ...............................................................................96

Channels .........................................................................................96

Memory Stick ..................................................................................97

Video ..............................................................................................99

Audio ..............................................................................................99

General ......................................................................................... 100

Specifications ............................................................................................ 101

Optional Accessories................................................................................. 101

Index .......................................................................................................... 103

Welcome SETUP Other InfoSETUP SETUPSETUP

Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega

Overview

This chapter describes the contents of the package in which the TV is shipped and provides an overview of the features of your Wega TV.

Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega

The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is characterized by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-tocorner detail.

You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare from the flat picture tube. This flat-screen technology improves picture detail without distortion, unlike conventional curved screens. The FD Trinitron delivers outstanding image detail not only at the screen center, but also at the corners — so you can enjoy a bright, clear picture from any location in a room.

Package Contents Along with your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains a remote

control and two AA (R6) batteries. These items are all you need to set up and use the TV.

Features Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:

❑ Wide Screen Mode: Watch conventional 4:3 aspect ratio

broadcasts in wide screen (16:9) mode.

❑ Super Fine Pitch CRT: Created especially for displaying high

resolution pictures, the new Super Fine Pitch CRT — along with a new electron gun and high intensity luminescent phosphor — improves image resolution, providing the highest picture quality reproduction from corner to corner.

❑ DRC

(Digital Reality Creation) Multifunction V1: Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal’s NTSC waveform with the near-HD equivalent, while doubling the number of vertical and horizontal lines. This results in four times the density for quality sources, such as DVD, satellite, and digital camcorders. The Video Menu allows you to select interlaced, progressive, or CineMotion™

16:9 is also referred to as

widescreen format.

output. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity) to create up to three custom palettes.

❑ Scrolling Index: Lets you select programs from a series of

preview windows that scroll along the right side of the screen.

❑ Twin Vi e w

™

: Using the Multi-Image Driver (MIDX), Twin View

allows you to watch two programs side by side, with the ability to zoom in one picture. You can watch pictures from two different sources (1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i) simultaneously. (Only the left Twin View window can display 1080i, 720p, and 480p sources.)

❑ Favorite Channels: Allows you to preview and select from eight

of your favorite channels.

❑ ClearEdge VM

™

Velocity Modulation: Sharpens picture

definition by enhancing vertical lines.

❑ Steady Sound

: Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent

output between programs and commercials.

❑ Memory Stick

Viewer: Lets you watch digital photo (JPEG) and

movie (MPEG1) files that are stored on Memory Stick media.

❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD

(480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (HD1080i, 720p) connections.

❑ HD Detailer

™

: Wideband video amplifier has a high bandwidth frequency rating, which allows it to send more video information to the screen, resulting in finer picture quality, especially for HD sources.

❑ CineMotion

™

: Reverse 3-2 pulldown processing provides optimal picture quality for film-based sources (media originally shot in 24 frames-per-second format).

❑ Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block

unsuitable programming from younger viewers.

❑ Digital Visual Interface (DVI): Can accommodate a copy-

protected digital connection (HDCP

) to other devices (such as digital set-top boxes) that have compatible interfaces. The DVIHDTV input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is not intended for use with personal computers.

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Setting Up the TV

Overview

This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV.

Topi c Page(s)

TV Controls and Connectors 12-15

Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna 16-22

Connecting Optional Equipment

VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver Satellite Receiver and VCR DVD Player with Component Video Connectors DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors DVI-Equipped Device Camcorder Audio Receiver

Using the CONTROL S Feature 40

Setting Up the Channel List 41

26 28 30 32 34 36 37 38 39

About the AC Power Cord

The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with a hook. Use caution when removing the AC plug from its holder. Gently slide the plug upward to remove it from the hook. Once removed, the AC power plug should automatically disengage from its stored location.

✍ Do not plug in the AC power cord until you have made all other

connections.

You can detac h the cord from this hook

AC power cord

TV Controls and Connectors

Front Panel

S VIDEO

VIDEO 2 INPUT

L(MONO) – AUDIO – R

VIDEO

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME

CHANNEL

TIMER

STAND BY

POWER

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Item Description

1 S VIDEO

VIDEO 2 INPUT

2 VIDEO/L(MONO)-AUDIO-R

VIDEO 2 INPUT

3 MENU Press to display the Menu. Press again to exit from the Menu. For details, see

Vv B b Press Vv B b to move the TV’s on-screen cursor.

4 5

6 Press to display the Memory Stick Menu. For details, see “Using the Memory

7 TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV’s

8 -VOLUME + Press to adjust the volume. 9 -CHANNEL+ Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through channels, press and

0 Memory Stick insertion slot. For details, see “Inserting and Removing a

qa Memory Stick LED When lit, indicates that the Memory Stick is being read. (Do not remove the

qs TIMER LED When lit, indicates one of the timers is set. When the timer is set, this LED

qd STAND BY LED Blinks when the TV is turned on, then shuts off when the picture is displayed.

qf Infrared Receiver (IR) Receives IR signals from the TV’s remote control. qg POWER Press to turn on and off the TV.

Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. Provides better picture quality than composite video (2).

Connects to the composite A/V output jacks on your camcorder or other video equipment.

“Using the Menus” on page 77.

Press to select an item in the TV’s menu.

Stick Viewer” on page 61.

video inputs.

hold down either CHANNEL button.

Memory Stick” on page 63.

Memory Stick when the indicator is lit.)

will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For details, see page 91.

If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the TV needs service (see “Contacting Sony” on page 95).

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Rear Panel

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Jack Description

1 DVI-HDTV

VIDEO AUDIO R/L (VIDEO 7 IN)

2 S VIDEO IN 1/3 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has

3 VIDEO IN 1/3/4

VIDEO/L(MONO)

-AUDIO-R

4 MONITOR OUT Lets you record the program you are watching to a VCR. When two VCRs are

5 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX)

L (MONO)/R

6 HD/DVD IN 5/6

(1080i/720p/480p/480i)

7 AUX Auxiliary RF input that connects to your antenna, CATV cable, or cable box output

8 TO CONVERTER Connects to your cable box input jack. This VHF/UHF output jack lets you set up

9 VHF/UHF Primary RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable. 0 CONTROL S

IN/OUT

Can accommodate a copy-protected digital connection (HDCP*) to other devices (such as digital set-top boxes) that have compatible interfaces. The DVI-HDTV input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is not intended for use with personal computers. See the instruction manual that came with your equipment for details about connecting and using it with the TV.

S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than either composite video (3) or VHF/UHF (9) connections.

Connect to the composite A/V output jacks on your VCR or other video component. A fourth component A/V input jack (VIDEO 2) is located on the front panel of the TV. This video connection provides better picture quality than the VHF/UHF (9) connection.

connected, you can use the TV as a monitor for tape-to-tape editing (not available with 480p, 720p, or 1080i when the input is set to VIDEO 5 or 6).

Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.

Connect to your DVD player’s or digital set-top box’s component video (Y, P and audio (L/R) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than 2,

3, or 9).

jack. This is convenient if you are using two VHF/UHF sources (antenna, CATV cable, or cable box). For details, see pages 18 to 21.

your TV to switch between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. Use this jack instead of a splitter to get better picture quality when you need to switch between scrambled and unscrambled cable channels. For details, see pages 20 to 21.

Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function.

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Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna

The way in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR.

If You Are Connecting See Page

Cable or Antenna Only

❏ No cable box or VCR

Cable and Antenna Only

❏ No cable box or VCR

Cable Box and Cable Only

❏ Cable box unscrambles only some

channels (usually premium channels)

❏ No VCR

Cable Box Only

❏ Cable box unscrambles all channels ❏ No VCR

If you are connecting a VCR

❑

See the connections described on pages 24 and 26.

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Cable or Antenna Only

For best results, use one of the following connections if you are connecting a cable or an antenna and you:

❑

Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels. (If you have a cable box, see pages 20-22.)

❑ Do not intend to connect a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 24

and 26.)

The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in your home, as described below.

75-ohm coaxial cable (usually found in newer homes)

Cable Type Connect As Shown

VHF Only or combined VHF/UHF or Cable

300-ohm twin lead cable (usually found in older homes)

Cable Type Connect As Shown

VHF Only or UHF Only or

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm twin lead cable

combined VHF/UHF

VHF/UHF

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Antenna connector (not supplied)

75-ohm coaxial and 300-ohm twin lead cable (found in some homes)

Cable Type Connect As Shown

VHF and UHF

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm twin lead cable

U/V mixer

(not supplied)

VHF/UHF

Cable and Antenna Only

For best results, use this connection if you:

❑

Have a cable and an antenna.

(This is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to receive additional channels that are not provided by your cable company.)

❑ Do not have a cable box or VCR. (If you have a cable box, see

pages 20 to 22. If you have a VCR, see pages 24 and 26.)

Cable Type Connect As Shown

Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna

CATV cable

(No connection to TO CONVERTER)

AUX

CONVERTER

Antenna cable

About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features

With this connection, you cannot view CATV channels in the right dual picture window.

VHF/UHF

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Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Switch the TV’s input between the cable and antenna

Receive channels using an antenna, instead of the cable

Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV’s VHF/UHF and AUX inputs.

1 Press ANT to switch to the AUX input. 2 Set the Cable option to Off. For details, see “Selecting Channel Options”

on page 84.

3 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Using Auto Program”

on page 41.

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Cable Box and Cable Only

✍ DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS: Do not use this connection. The TO CONVERTER

jack is not compatible with digital cable boxes.

For best results, use this connection if:

❑

Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels.

❑ You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 24 and 26.)

With this connection you can:

Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through

❑

the cable box to the TV’s AUX input jack. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box; see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 47.)

❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly

into the TV’s VHF/UHF input. (The TV’s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box.)

About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features

With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features for unscrambled channels coming directly into the TV’s VHF/UHF input jack.

However, you can use only some of the dual picture features for channels coming through the cable box to the TV’s AUX input jack. For example, when you switch the TV’s input to AUX — to select the cable box input — the picture displays only in the left window. For example, if you turn on Twin View, you can watch cable channels coming into the VHF/UHF jack in the right window, but you cannot swap the pictures between the left and right windows.

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To connect the cable box and cable

1 Connect the cable from your cable company to the TV’s

VHF/UHF jack.

2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the TV’s TO CONVERTER jack to

the cable box’s input jack. (The TV’s internal converter lets you switch between unscrambled signals coming straight into the TV and scrambled signals coming in through the cable box, eliminating the need for an external splitter.)

3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the

TV’s AUX jack.

4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the

Channel List” on page 41.

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If you have a digital cable

box, you cannot use this

connection because the

TO CONVERTER jack is not

compatible with digital

cable boxes.

Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4)

and then use the cable box to switch channels.

Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable box

Activate the remote control to operate the cable box

Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels

Switch

the TV’s input

between the cable box and cable

Program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.

Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.

When using the cable box, you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4). You can use the TV’s Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel. For details, see “Using the Channel Menu” on page 84.

Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV’s VHF/UHF (unscrambled channels) and AUX (scrambled) inputs.

Cable box

Cable (unscrambled channels)

OUT

Coaxial cable

AUX

CONVERTER

VHF/UHF

Cable Box Only For best results, use this connection if:

❑

Your cable company scrambles all channels, which requires you to use a cable box.

❑ You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 24 and 26.)

With this connection you can:

❑

Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box.)

About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features

With this connection, all channels come into the TV through your cable box and only one unscrambled signal is sent to the TV, so you cannot use the dual picture features.. If some of your channels are scrambled, but others are not, consider using the “Cable Box and Cable” connection on page 20 instead.

To connect the cable box

1 Connect the CATV cable to the cable box’s input jack. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the

TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

CATV cable

Coaxial cable

VHF/UHF

Cable box

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To Do This ... Do This ...

Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4)

and then use the cable box to switch channels.

Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable box

Activate the remote control to operate the cable box

Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels

Program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.

Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.

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Connecting Optional Equipment

About Using SVIDEO

Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment:

If You Are Connecting See Page

VCR and Cable 24

VCR and Cable Box 26

Two VCRs for Tape Editing 28

Satellite Receiver 30

Satellite Receiver and VCR 32

DVD Player with Component Video Connectors

DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors

DVI-Equipped Device 37

Camcorder 38

Audio Receiver 39

If the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack (shown at left), you can use an S VIDEO cable for improved picture quality (compared to an A/V cable). Because S VIDEO carries only the video signal, you also need to connect audio cables for sound, as shown below.

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Example of an S VIDEO Connection

Equipment with S VIDEO

S VIDEO

cable

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

Audio cable

VCR and Cable For best results, use this connection if:

❑

Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box.

About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features

With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features.

To connect the VCR and cable

Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 23.

1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF input jack. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR’s VHF/UHF output jack

to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

3 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the

TV’s A/V input jacks.

4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the

Channel List” on page 41.

Coaxial cable

VCR

CATV cable

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

A/V cable

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Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the

illustration).

Watch cable channels Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input (VHF/UHF in the

illustration).

Set up the TV remote control to operate the VCR

Activate the TV remote control to operate the VCR

Control VCR functions with the TV remote control

Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV

If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.

Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR.

See “Operating a VCR” on page 58.

See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.

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VCR and Cable Box For best results, use this connection if:

❑

Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels.

About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features

With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features.

With this connection you can:

❑

Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box; see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 47.)

❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly

into the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (The TV’s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box.)

❑ Record channels coming through the cable box and channels

coming directly into the TV.

To connect a VCR and cable box, you need:

❑

A splitter, which is a small, inexpensive device that you can purchase at your local electronics store.

✍ DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS: If you are connecting a digital cable

box, you will need a special bi-directional splitter that is designed to work with your digital cable box. Contact your cable provider for details.

❑ Three coaxial cables.

❑ One A/V cable or one S VIDEO cable with audio cables.

To connect the VCR and cable box

1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter’s two output

jacks to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.

3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter’s other output jack to

the cable box’s input jack.

4 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box’s output jack to the

Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 23.

VCR’s RF input jack.

5 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the

TV’s A/V input jacks.

6 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in “Setting Up the

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Channel List” on page 41.

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Splitter

(not supplied)

A/V cable

VCR

Coaxial

cable

Coaxial

cable

Cable box

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red,

white to white, etc.

CATV cable

If you are connecting a

digital cable box, you will

need a special

bi-directional splitter

designed to work with

your cable box.

Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

Watch cable (unscrambled) channels

Watch cable box (scrambled) channels

Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input (UHF/VHF in the illustration).

Turn on the VCR and tune it to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4). Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Use the cable box to change channels.

Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the

illustration).

Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable box or

If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.

VCR

Activate the remote control to operate the cable box or VCR

For the cable box, press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION. For the VCR, open the outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR.

Control specific cable box and

See “Operating a Cable Box” on page 59 and “Operating a VCR” on page 58. VCR functions with the TV remote control

Label video inputs to easily

See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90. identify equipment connected to the TV

Two VCRs for Tape Editing

Connecting two VCRs lets you record from one VCR to the other. By

connecting them as shown below, you can view (monitor) what is

being recorded.

Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 23.

Playback VCR

To connect two VCRs for tape editing

1 Use an A/V cable to connect the playback VCR’s A/V output

jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks.

2 Use an A/V cable to connect the recording VCR’s A/V input

jacks to the TV’s MONITOR OUT jacks.

A/V cable A/V cable

Recording VCR

Cables are often

color-coded to connectors.

Connect red to red, white to white, etc.

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Notes on Using This Connection

To Do This ... Do This ...

View (monitor) what is being recorded

Set up the TV remote control to operate the VCR(s)

Activate the TV remote control to operate the VCR(s)

Control VCR functions with the TV remote control

Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV

Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the

illustration above).

If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See

“Programming the Remote Control” on pages 47-48.

Open the outside cover, as shown on page 46. Then set the A/V slide switch

to the position you programmed for the VCR.

See “Operating a VCR” on page 58.

See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 90.

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