Sony VXF20DV1 User Manual

VX-F20D V1U

COLOR TELEVISION
TELEVISOR EN COLOR
TELEVISEUR COULEUR

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCCIONES DE MANEJO
MODE D’EMPLOI

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For Assistance And Information

Call Toll Free 1-800-BUY-AIWA

(United States and Puerto Rico)

ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

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Warning

To reduce the r isk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

“CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

ELECTRIC SHOCK,

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.”

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the products
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to a person.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

Read the operating instructions carefully and
completely before operating the unit. Be sure to
keep the operating instructions for future ref erence.
All warnings and cautions in the operating
instructions and on the unit should be strictly
followed, as well as the safety suggestions below.

Warning

T o pre vent electric shoc k or other injuries, follow all
the safety instructions when installing, operating
and servicing the unit.

Installation

Attachments - Do not use attachments that have

not been recommended by the manufacturer
because doing so may result in the risk of fire,
electric shock or other injuries.

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Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near

water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool, and the like.

Heat - Do not use this unit near sources of heat,
including heating vents, stov es, or other appliances
that generate heat. It also should not be placed in
temperatures less than 5˚C (41˚F) or greater than
35˚C (95˚F ).

Mounting surface - Place the unit on a flat, even
surface.

Accessories - Do not place the unit on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may
fall causing serious injury to persons and serious
damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacture, or sold with the unit. When mounting
the appliance, follow the manuf acturer’s instructions.
When mounting the unit, use accessories
recommended by the manufacturer.

Portable cart - An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops , excessiv e
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3126A

Ventilation - The unit should be situated with

adequate space around it so that proper heat
ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm clearance from
the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm from the
each side.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or
bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure
reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should ne ver be blocked
by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface. (This unit should never be placed
near or over a radiator or heat register.) This unit
should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

Weight and heavy objects

The unit should be moved with care by tw o or more
people as the weight balance is not even. Do not
place heavy objects on the unit.

Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of
any kind into the unit through the cabinet slots
because they may come into contact with
dangerous voltage points or short-circuit parts and
cause fire or electric shock. Ne ver spill liquid of an y
kind on the unit. Do not put a vase or the like with
water inside on this unit.

Electric Power

Power Sources - This unit should be operated only

from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of po wer
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer
or local power company. To operate this unit on
battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.

Grounding or Polarization - This unit is provided
with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). 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
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.

Overloading - Do not allow anything to rest on the
power cord. Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords because this can result in fire or
electric shock. Do not place the unit in an area where
people will walk on the cord.

Outdoor Antenna

Power lines - An outside antenna system should

not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall onto such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to avoid touching power lines or
circuits because contact with them may be fatal.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the unit,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70,
provides information with regard 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 antenna­discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See
the figure.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Cord

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

Lightning

For added protection during a lightning storm, or
when left unattended and unused for long periods
of time, unplug the unit from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and
powerline surges.

Maintenance

Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the wall outlet

before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer for
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:

1) When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.

2) If liquid has been spilled into the unit.

3) If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.

4) If the unit does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions because improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage to the unit and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the unit to normal operation.

5) If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.

6) When the unit exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.

Do not attempt to service the unit yourself because
opening or removing covers ma y expose you to high
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.

Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
or having the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.

Safety Check - After completion of any service or
repairs to the unit, ask the service technician to
perform a safety check to ensure that the unit is in
proper operating condition.

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE
UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250 PART H)

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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 should
be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.

NOTE

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 to 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 antenna.

- Increase the separation betw een 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.

CAUTION

Modifications or adjustments to this product, which
are not expressly approved by the manufacturer,
may void the user’s right or authority to operate this
product.

Main features of this unit
TV section

V-chip

An age limitation can be set to prevent children
from viewing or listening to violent scenes or
programs with adult content. This unit
corresponds to “TV-RATING” and “MPAA
RATING.”

Video Enhancer

This unit provides 4 modes as the multi video
enhancer: NORMAL, CINEMA, GAME, and
DIMMER.

Sound Enhancer

This unit provides 3 modes as the sound
enhancer: SUPER BASS, Q SURROUND and
BBE.

MTS (Multichannel TV Sound)
broadcast

You can receive the stereo and bilingual TV
programs which are broadcasted in the United
States.

Closed Caption

The subtitles can be displayed on the screen
when a broadcast corresponding to closed
caption is received.

DVD Section

Built in 3 DVD Changer

This unit provides a completely new dimension
in video entertainment.

Multi-language function*

You can select an audio soundtrack in up to 8
languages, and subtitles in up to 32 languages.

Multi-angle function*

You can select a viewing angle of scenes shot
from multiple camera angles and recorded on
the disc.

OWNER’S RECORD

For your convenience, record the model number
and serial number (you will find them on the rear of
your set) in the space provided below . Please refer
to them when you contact your AIW A dealer in case
of difficulty.

Model No.
Serial No.

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Parental lock function*

You can prevent playback of specified discs
unsuitable for certain audiences.
(* All these functions are dependent on the DVD
software.)
Compatible with video CDs and audio CDs as
well as DVDs

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preparations

Connecting the antenna ..........................................6

Connecting a CATV .................................................7

Connecting a VCR ...................................................8

Connecting a video camera or game machine ........9

Optional audio connections ...................................10

Basic connections ........................................................ 10

Connecting to a Dolby Pro Logic Surround system...... 11

Connecting to a decoder with a Dolby Digital (AC-3) or

DTS processing............................................................ 12

Before operation ....................................................13

Inserting the batteries................................................... 13

Using the remote control .............................................. 13

To turn the power on .................................................... 13

Volume ......................................................................... 13

Using the Headphones................................................. 13

TV Operations

Selecting the language ..........................................14

Setting the channels ..............................................15

Adding or erasing the channels manually .................... 16

Watching a TV program.........................................17

Selecting the MTS mode .......................................18

Selecting the closed captions mode ......................19

Selecting the AV mode ..........................................20

Adjusting the picture ..............................................21

Adjusting the sound ...............................................22

Enjoying special sound effects ..................................... 23

Setting the V-chip ..................................................24

Registering the password............................................. 24

Setting the V-chip ......................................................... 25

Changing the password................................................ 27

Registering a broadcasting station name ..............28

On screen display......................................................... 29

Watching a video or other equipment ....................30

Setting the sleep timer ...........................................31

Disc Operations

Before use ............................................................. 32

Basic operations ....................................................34

Repeat playback ....................................................39

Programmed/random playback .............................41

Changing the display information ..........................43

Marking and searching ..........................................46

Special DVD features ............................................49

Selecting Karaoke audio........................................52

Customizing DVD Setup

Overview of the setup menu ..................................53

Basic operations ....................................................54

On-screen menu ....................................................54

Disc languages ......................................................55

Audio output setting ...............................................57

TV aspect ..............................................................59

Ratings ..................................................................60

PBC .......................................................................61

Disc resume...........................................................61

Country codes .......................................................62

Language codes ....................................................64

General

Care and maintenance ..........................................65

Troubleshooting guide ...........................................66

Specifications ........................................................67

Parts and controls..................................................68

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CONNECTING THE ANTENNA

75-ohm
coaxial cable
(not supplied)

1

To ANTENNA connector

AC cord

1

Connect the antenna cable to the ANTENNA connector on this unit.

If the cable is a round-type 75-ohm coaxial cable, connect it directly to the ANTENNA connector.
If the cable is a flat-type 300-ohm twin-lead cable, connect it to the antenna adaptor (supplied), and connect the
adaptor to the ANTENNA connector.

2

Connect the AC cord to the AC wall outlet.

2

To AC outlet

300-ohm twin-lead
cable
(not supplied)

Antenna adaptor
(supplied)

To prevent the unit from falling during earthquakes, etc.,

Fix the unit even to a wall or pillar with the security hook located on the rear using strong twine or wire.

Strong twine
or wire
(not supplied)

AC cord

6

Security hook

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CONNECTING A CATV

To connect a CATV system without using a CATV converter

CATV system

75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)

1

To ANTENNA connector

To AC outlet

2

1

Connect the cable from the CATV system to the ANTENNA connector on this unit.

2

Connect the AC cord to the AC wall outlet.

PREPARATIONS

To connect a CATV system using a CATV converter

CATV system

75-ohm
coaxial cable
(not supplied)

1

CATV converter
(not supplied)

2

To AC outlet

3

1

Connect the cable from the CA TV system to the input connector on the CATV converter.

2

Connect the output connector on the converter to the ANTENNA connector on this unit.

3

Connect the AC cord to the AC wall outlet.

To ANTENNA
connector

75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)

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CONNECTING A VCR

To ANTENNA
connector

1

To antenna output
connector

To antenna input
connector

2

75-ohm coaxial cable

Yellow

To VIDEO 1 INPUT A UDIO
L (MONO)/R jacks

Red

1

Remove the antenna cable from this unit and connect it to the antenna input connector

White

To VIDEO 1 INPUT
VIDEO jack

(not supplied)

Audio/video cable

(not supplied)

on the VCR.

2

Connect the ANTENNA connector on this unit to the antenna output connector on the
VCR with an optional cable.

You can connect this unit to the VCR with the optional audio/video cable.
For details on how to connect the VCR to the unit, consult the owner’s manual for the VCR.

3

Connect the AC cord to the AC wall outlet.

To audio/video
output jacks

To watch a video

Refer to “Watching a video or other equipment” on page 30.

Tips

•If the VCR is a monaural type, connect one of the audio plugs only to the AUDIO L (MONO) jack.

•If the VCR has an S-video output jack, you can connect the optional S-video cable to the S-video output jack on
the VCR and to the VIDEO 1 INPUT S-VIDEO jac k on this unit. In this case, you do not need to connect the cable
to the VIDEO jack.

Note

This unit features the copy protection function developed by Macrovision.

• Copy protection signals are included in some DVD and VCD discs. If you record such discs on a VCR, picture

noise will appear during recording and playback.

• When connecting a video projector or AV amplifier to this unit, connect the OUTPUT VIDEO jack on this unit to

them directly.

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CONNECTING A VIDEO CAMERA OR A GAME MACHINE

It is convenient to use VIDEO 2 IN AUDIO IN L (MONO)/R/VIDEO jacks on the front.

Note

Turn off the Video camera or game machine before you connect or disconnect it’s power cord.

PREPARATIONS

To VIDEO 2 IN
VIDEO jack

Yellow

White

Audio/video cable
(not supplied)

Video camera (Player)

To VIDEO 2 IN AUDIO IN
L(MONO)/R jacks

Red

To audio/video
output jacks

or

Game machine

To watch a video camera or game machine

Refer to “Watching a video or other equipment” on page 30.

Tip

If other equipment has an S-video output jack, you can connect the optional S-video cable to the S-video output
jack on it and to the VIDEO 2 IN S-VIDEO jac k on this unit. In this case, you do not need to connect the cable to the
VIDEO jack.

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OPTIONAL AUDIO CONNECTIONS

Basic connections

This connection improves the sound quality.

Note

When you connect this unit to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from
the wall outlet before making any connections.

Connect the OUTPUT R-AUDIO-L jacks on this unit to the audio input jacks on the stereo system with the
optional audio cable.
Refer to the owner's manual of your stereo system as well.

To OUTPUT R-AUDIO-L
jacks

Red

White

Audio cable
(not supplied)

To audio input jacks

Stereo system

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Connecting to a Dolby Pro Logic Surround system

You can enjoy the excitement of Surround Sound when playing back D VDs , by connecting to an AV receiver that is
equipped with a Dolby Pro Logic decoder.

Connect the OUTPUT R-AUDIO-L jacks on this unit to the audio input jacks on the AV receiver with the
optional audio cable.
Refer to the owner's manual of your AV receiver as well. (Some AV receivers need to change the settings.)

Note

When you connect this unit to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from
the wall outlet before making any connections.

To OUTPUT R­AUDIO-L jacks

Red White

PREPARATIONS

To audio
input jacks

Front speaker (left)

Rear speaker
(left surround)

Center speaker

Set the setup menu correctly after connecting.

Set the "Audio Output Setting" of the setup menu
correctly referring to the following below.
See "Customizing DVD Setup" in detail (page 53).

Audio cable (not supplied)

Receiver equipped with Dolby
Pro Logic Surround

Front speaker (right)

Rear speaker
(right surround)

Audio Output Setting

Digital Stream: Downmix PCM
dts Output: OFF
Downmix Type: Surround Mode

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OPTIONAL AUDIO CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)

Connecting to a decoder with a Dolby Digital(AC-3) or DTS processing

You can enjoy theater-quality realistic audio sound when playing back DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital Surround
or DTS Surround, by connecting to an AV receiver that is equipped with a Dolby Digital(AC-3) or DTS decoder.

Connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) terminal on this unit to the digital input on the AV receiver
with the optional optical cable. Refer to the owner's manual of your AV receiver as well.

Notes

When you connect this unit to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from
the wall outlet before making any connections.

Remove the dust cap,
then keep it.

To AC outlet

Receiver equipped with a DTS or
Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder

Front speaker (left) Front speaker (right)

Center speaker

Rear speaker (left)

Set the setup menu correctly after connecting.

Set the "Audio Output Setting" of the setup menu
correctly referring to the following below.
See "Customizing DVD Setup" in detail (page 53).

Audio Output Setting for Dolby Digital(AC-3)

Digital Stream: DOLBY DIGITAL
dts Output: OFF
Downmix Type: Surround Mode

Audio Output Setting for DTS

Digital Stream: Downmix PCM
dts Output: ON
Downmix T ype: Surround Mode

To DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

Optical cable (not supplied)

Sub woofer

To digital
audio input

Rear speaker (right)

CAUTION

If the AV receiver is not equipped with a DOLBY
DIGITAL or DTS decoder, do not select “DOLBY
DIGITAL” or "DTS" in the “Audio Output Setting” when
connecting the AV receiv er with an optical cable. Merely
attempting to play a DVD may cause a high level of
noise which could be harmful to your ears and damage
the speakers. In such a case, be sure to select
“Downmix PCM”.

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BEFORE OPERATION

Inserting the batteries

Caution

To prevent damage from leakage or explosion, follow
the descriptions below.

•Insert the two supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries with
the 0 and 9 marks correctly as illustrated.

•Do not mix old batteries with new ones or different
types of batteries.

•Do not throw the batteries into a fire, apply heat to
them or take them apart.

•Do not carry the batteries with keys or other metallic
objects.

Note

Remove the batteries when they hav e no more po wer,
or when you do not use the remote control for a long
period of time.

•Using a TV with the same type of infrared remote
control facing the same direction may cause incorrect
operation.

•The maximum distance for effective control between
the remote control and the remote sensor is 7 meters
(23 feet).

•Although you can use the remote control within an
angle of up to 30 degrees in any direction from directly
in front of the remote sensor, we recommend a
narrower angle for stable operation.

To turn the power on

1 Press POWER on this unit, the first time you

connect the AC cord to the AC wall outlet.

The 6STANDBY indicator lights.

2 Press POWER on the remote control to turn on

this unit.

The 6STANDBY indicator tur ns off and the TV
function begins. In the display window, "TV" is
displayed.

To turn the power off

Press POWER on the remote control. The 6STANDBY
indicator lights.
If you press POWER on this unit, the main po wer turns
off and the remote control cannot be operated.

PREPARATIONS

Using the remote control

Point the remote control toward the remote sensor.

Display window

Remote sensor

Notes

•The remote control may not operate when there is an
obstruction between the remote control and the
remote sensor.

•Strong ambient light sources such as a fluorescent
lamp or direct sunlight may cause unreliable operation.

7m

(23 feet)

30˚ 30˚

NOTE

When you press POWER to turn off the power from
the DISC operations, it may take up to 10 seconds
before the power actually turns off.

Direct Play Function

Press one of the function buttons (e.g. PLAY,
CHANNEL) while the 6ST ANDBY indicator lights (this
unit is turned off.)
Playback of the inserted DVD or Video CD begins, or
the previously tuned TV station is received.

Volume

Press VOLUME + or – on the remote control or on
the unit. The volume level is displayed as a number
from 0 to MAX(63) on the screen and display window.

Using the HEADPHONES

Connect headphones to the PHONES\ jack with a
stereo mini plug.
No sound is output from the speakers while the
headphones are plugged in.

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SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

The On screen menu can display three languages: English, Spanish and French.

Note

This On screen menu effects on TV operations only. While watching DVDs (VCDs) or listening to CDs, the On
screen menu can be displayed in English only.

1

Press POWER on the remote control to
turn on this unit.

You can also turn on this unit with CHANNEL N
or M.

2

Press TV MENU.

3

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
SETUP, then press TV ENTER.

The selected item is displayed in red.

MENU

P CTURE

I
SOUND
SETUP
V CHI P

TV MENU

CHANNEL
M/N

TV ENTER

VOLUME –/+

POWER

TV MENU

CHANNEL
N/M

TV ENTER
VOLUME +/–

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

4

Press VOLUME + or – to display the
desired language.

Each time you press the button, the on-screen
display language changes.

SETUP

/

: ENGL I SH
: CABLE

EX T : MENUI

LANGUAGE
ANTENNA
AUTO SEARCH
ADD/ ERASE

CH CAPTI ON

SELECT:
CHANGE: –/+

5

Press TV MENU to return to the normal
screen.

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SETTING THE CHANNELS

Before Auto Search, this unit can receive all channels in your area by pressing CHANNEL N/M repeatedly.
After Auto Search, you can skip the channels which are not preset with CHANNEL N/M.

Before starting

Make sure this unit is in TV mode. “TV” is displayed in
the display window when the unit is in TV mode.

1

Press TV MENU.

2

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
SETUP, then press TV ENTER.

The selected item is displayed in red.

MENU

P CTURE

I
SOUND
SETUP
V CHI P

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

3

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
ANTENNA, then press VOLUME + or – to
select CABLE or TV.

CABLE :

TV : the program from VHF/UHF antenna

the CATV according to the connections to
the ANTENNA connector

SETUP

LANGUAGE
ANTENNA
AUTO SEARCH
ADD/ ERASE
CH CAPTI ON

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

/

: ENGL I SH
: CABLE

EX T : MENUI

4

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
AUTO SEARCH, then press TV ENTER.

All available channels in y our area are scanned and

stored in the memory of this unit.

After scanning, the first located channel appears

on the screen.

SETUP

LANGUAGE
ANTENNA
AUTO SEARCH
ADD/ ERASE
CH CAPTI ON

AUTO SEARCH

Tip

To interrupt the Auto Search, press TV MENU.

Note

Once Auto Search has been executed, the previous
settings will be canceled.

: ENGL I SH
: CABLE

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

SEARCH I NG

CABLE1 2 5

EX T : MENUI

TV OPERATIONS

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SETTING THE CHANNELS (CONTINUED)

Adding or erasing the channels manually

If the Auto Search does not set the channels correctly, add them manually for watching TV programs. Also, y ou can
erase the unnecessary channels.

6

1

Select the channel number to be erased
or added using the numbered buttons on
the remote control.

Press the buttons as follows:
Example
To select the channel 7, press 0 then 7.
To select the channel 77, press 7 then 7.
To select the channel 107, press +100, 0 then 7.

2

Press TV MENU.

3

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
SETUP, then press TV ENTER.

4

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
ADD/ERASE, then press TV ENTER.

SETUP

LANGUAGE
ANTENNA
AUTO SEARCH
ADD/ ERASE
CH CAPTI ON

: ENGL I SH
: CABLE

If you want to erase or add another
channel, press CHANNEL N or M
to select CABLE (or TV,) then press
VOLUME + or – to select the channel
number to be erased or added. And
press CHANNEL N or M to select
ADD/ERASE, then press VOLUME + or –
to erase or add.

7

Press TV MENU to return to the normal
screen.

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

5

Press VOLUME + or – to erase or add a
selected channel.

• When the selected channel is already set, ADD
appears. When it is not set, ERASE appears.

• When you add or er ase channels, the picture does
not change until you change the channel on the
normal screen.

ADD/ ERASE

CABLE125

: ADD

/

EX T : MENUI

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ADD/ ERASE

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

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SCREEN OFF

POWER

WATCHING A TV PROGRAM

1

Press POWER on the remote control to
turn on this unit.

If the POWER on this unit is not pressed, the remote
control does not work.

2

Press CHANNEL

N or M

repeatedly
or the numbered buttons to select the
channel number.

When you use the numbered buttons, press the
button as follows:

Example

To select the channel 7, press 0 then 7.
To select the channel 77, press 7 then 7.
To select the channel 107, press +100, 0 then 7.

3

Press VOLUME + or – to adjust the
volume.

TV OPERATIONS

Numbered

buttons

TV MENU

VOLUME +/–

SCREEN

PREV. CH

MUTE
TV ENTER

CHANNEL
N/M

To mute the sound

Press MUTE. “MUTE” appears for a few seconds.
To restore the volume, press MUTE or VOLUME + or –.

To black out the TV screen

Press SCREEN or SCREEN OFF to black out the TV
screen. The SCREEN OFF lights in green on the main
unit.
To return to the normal screen, press SCREEN or

SCREEN OFF again.

To black out the display window

Hold down SCREEN OFF (about 5 seconds) on the
main unit until the display window is blacked out.
T o return to the normal, hold down SCREEN OFF until
the display window returns to the normal.

To recall a previous channel

Press PREV. CH to switch back and forth between the
current channel and the previous one.

Note

This unit automatically returns to the standby mode
approximately 15 minutes after a television station has
stopped broadcasting.

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SELECTING THE MTS MODE

MONO/SAP

CAPTION AUDIO

SELECT

This unit is equipped with the MTS (Multi-channel TV
Sound) system which will greatly enhance TV viewing
by bringing you programs with high fidelity stereo sound.
MTS also provides for an extra channel called SAP
(Second Audio Program) which broadcasters can use
to transmit a second language for bilingual
transmissions or some other sound track.
When the channel is changed, one of the following
messages is displayed at the top of the right side of
the screen according to the type of broadcast.

Stereo broadcast: STEREO is displayed in

yellow.

Stereo/SAP broadcast: STEREO/SAP is displayed in

yellow and red.

SAP broadcast: SAP is displayed in red.
Monaural broadcast: Nothing is displayed.

Press AUDIO SELECT repeatedly to select
the MTS mode.

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The display changes as follows:

MONO STEREO SAP MONO/SAP

Note

When AUDIO SELECT is pressed, selectable items are
displayed in green and unselectab le ones are displayed
in red according to the type of broadcast.

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SELECTING THE CLOSED CAPTIONS MODE

This unit can decode and display closed captioned
television programs.

Press CAPTION repeatedly to select the
caption mode.

CAPTION 1

The display changes as follows:

CAPTION OFF

TEXT 1 CAPTION 2TEXT 2

Captions:

This closed caption mode displays text on the screen
in English or another language. Generally, closed
captions in English are transmitted on CAPTION 1 and
closed captions in other languages are transmitted on
CAPTION 2.

Full Screen Text:

The text closed caption mode TEXT 1, TEXT2 will
usually fill the screen with a programming schedule or
other information.

CAPTION 1

Notes

•After selecting a closed caption mode, it will stay in
effect until it is changed, even if the channel is
changed.

•If the captions signal is lost due to a commercial or a
break in the signal, the captions will reappear when
the signal is received again.

•When selecting closed captions, the captioning might
be delayed momentarily.

•If the channels are changed, the captions might be
delayed momentarily.

•If using an indoor antenna or if TV reception is very
poor, the closed caption decoder te xt may not appear .
In this case, adjust the antenna for better reception or
use an outdoor antenna.

•When activating the closed captioned decoder, there will
be a short delay before the closed captioned text appears
on the screen.

•The captions will appear in places on the screen where
they will least interfere with the picture, usually on the
bottom of the screen. News programs will usually show
three-line closed captions which scroll onto the screen.

•

Most other shows provide two or three lined captions
placed near the character who is speaking so the
viewer can follow the dialogue.

•If no caption signal is received, no captions will appear,
but the television will remain in the caption mode.

•Misspellings or unusual characters may occasionally
appear during closed captioning. This is normal with
closed captioning, entered live. These transmissions
do not allow time for editing.

•Some cable systems and copy protection systems
may interfere with the closed captioned signal.

•Words in italics or underlined describe titles, words in
foreign languages or words requiring emphasis. W ords
that are sung usually appear enclosed by musical
notes.

•For television programs broadcasting with closed
captions, look in your TV guide for the closed captions
symbol (CC).

TV OPERATIONS

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AV MODE

NORMAL

SELECTING THE AV MODE

This unit provides 4 modes as the multi video enhancer .

NORMAL: Normal setting
CINEMA: Setting for watching films
GAME: Setting where it causes less eye strain
DIMMER: Setting where the surrounding is darker

TV MENU TV ENTER

VOLUME

+/–

CHANNEL
N/M

Press AV MODE repeatedly to select the A V
mode.

The display changes as follows:

The

NORMAL CINEMA GAME DIMMER

Note

Even if you change the AV mode, the sound quality
does not change.

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ADJUSTING THE PICTURE

You can adjust the picture settings for each AV mode.

1

Press TV MENU.

5

Press VOLUME + or – to adjust the
setting.

2

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
PICTURE, then press TV ENTER.

MENU

P CTURE

I
SOUND
SETUP
V CHI P

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

3

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
the top line, then press VOLUME + or –
to select the AV mode to adjust.

D MMER

I

BR GHT

I
CONTRAST
SHARP
COLOR
T NT

I

RESET

SELECT:

CHANGE : – /+

4

Press CHANNEL N or M to select

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the item to adjust.

D MMER

I

BR GHT

I
CONTRAST
SHARP
COLOR
T NT

I

RESET

Item

Decreasing the
bars

BRIGHT

makes the picture
darker

CONTRAST

lowers the
contrast

SHARP

makes the picture
softer

COLOR

l

owers the intensity
and brilliance of
the color

Item

Movement to
the left

TINT

makes lighter
colors redder

ADJUST

BR I GHT

– +

CHANGE : –/

+

EXIT : MENU

Increasing the
bars

makes the picture
brighter

enhances the
contrast

makes the picture
clearer

enhances the
intensity and
brilliance of the color

Movement to
the right

makes lighter
colors greener

2 seconds after releasing the button, the display
returns to step 4.

TV OPERATIONS

SELECT:

CHANGE : – /+

/

EX T : MENUI

Tip

To reset all the items of the selected AV mode to
their initial settings, select RESET in step 4, then
press TV ENTER.

6

T o adjust the other item, complete steps
3 through 5.

7

Press TV MENU to return to the normal
screen.

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ADJUSTING THE SOUND

Y ou can adjust the settings f or treble sound, bass sound
and the balance (Left/Right) of the sound.

1

Press SOUND EFFECT.

2

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
the item to adjust.

TV MENU

VOLUME

+/–

SOUND
EFFECT

TV ENTER

CHANNEL
N/M

TREBLE
BASS
BALANCE
SUPER BASS
Q SURROUND : OFF
BBE
RESET

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

3

Press VOLUME + or – to adjust the

: OFF
: OFF

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setting.

Item

TREBLE

BASS

Item

BALANCE

Decreasing the bars

makes the treble
sound weaker
makes the bass
sound weaker

Movement to L

makes the output
level of right speaker
lower

ADJUST

Increasing the bars

makes the treble
sound stronger
makes the bass sound
stronger

Movement to R

makes the output level
of left speaker lower

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BASS

– +

CHANGE:-/+ EXIT : MENU

A few seconds after releasing the b utton, the display
returns to step 2.

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4

T o adjust the other item, complete steps
2 and 3.

5

Press TV MENU to return to the normal
screen.

Tip

To reset all the items to their initial settings, select
RESET in step 2, then press TV ENTER.

Note

Due to the combinations among TREBLE, BASS,
SUPER BASS or BBE, the sound may be distorted. In
this case, turn down the levels of sound adjustment
functions above.

Enjoying special sound effect

This unit provides 3 modes of sound enhancer :
SUPER BASS, Q SURROUND, and BBE.

SUPER BASS enhances the bass sound. You can
enjoy powerful sound with this unit during playbac k
discs. In addition, the settings can be changed to
have a better effect on the Q SURROUND when
playing back discs. See "A udio output setting" (page

57).

Q SURROUND uses only two speakers at the left
and right to create an atmosphere that sounds as
if you are surrounded by two front speakers and
two rear speakers.

BBE system enhances the clarity of high-frequency
sound.

To operate on the SOUND menu

Press SOUND EFFECT. Then, press CHANNEL

N or M to select SUPER BASS, Q SURR OUND
or BBE, and press VOLUME + or – to display ON.

TREBLE
BASS
BALANCE
SUPER BASS
Q SURROUND
BBE :OFF
RESET

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

:ON
:OFF

/

EX T : MENUI

TV OPERATIONS

Notes

•The BALANCE effect becomes weaker when the
SUPER BASS is turned on.

•The Q SURROUND system does not work for
monaural sources.

•Turning Q SURROUND on may cause sound
distortion.

•Turning on both BBE and SUPER BASS may
cause a sound noise. In this case, turn off either
BBE or SUPER BASS.

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SETTING THE V-CHIP

An age limitation can be set to prevent children from viewing or listening to violent scenes or programs with adult
content. This unit corresponds to “TV-RATING” and “MPAA RATING.”
To use the V-chip function, register a password first.

Registering the Passoword

Important

You cannot set the V-chip if y ou forget the password. We recommend you write down the passw ord and keep it in a
safe place in case you forget it.

1

Press TV MENU.

2

Press CHANNEL N or M to select V
CHIP, then press TV ENTER.

Numbered

buttons

TV MENU

VOLUME

+/–

TV ENTER

CHANNEL
N/M

MENU

P CTURE

I
SOUND
SETUP
V CHI P

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

3

Enter the password (4 digits) using the
number buttons (0-9).

“*” appears instead of the number.

V CHI P

NEW
PASSWORD

INPUT : 0–9

4

Enter the same password again for the

EXIT : MENU

safety.

V CHI P

CONFIRM
PASSWORD

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INPUT : 0–9

EXIT : MENU

The V chip menu appears.

Setting the V-chip

V CHIP
TV RATING

VI OLENCE

: OFF
: TV-PG

: ON
: ON
: ON

SEXUAL SITUATIONS
ADULT LANGUAGE
SEXUAL DIALOG

: ON
MPAA RATING
CHANGE PASSWORD

: OFF

EX T : MENUI

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

/

V CHIP
TV RATING

VI OLENCE

: OFF
: TV-MA

: ON

: ON

SEXUAL SITUATIONS
ADULT LANGUAGE

: ON

MPAA RATING
CHANGE PASSWORD

: OFF

EX T : MENUI

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

/

1

In the V-chip menu, press CHANNEL
N or M to select TV RATING, then
press VOLUME + or – to display the
desired setting.

• When the f ollo wing prog r ams are received, they
are protected from display according to the
selected setting.

OFF: TV RATING is not set.
TV-Y: Suitable for children of all ages
TV-Y7: Suitable for children 7 and older
TV-G: All audiences
TV-PG: Parental guidance suggested
TV-14: Inappropriate for children under 14
TV-MA: Mature audiences

• TV RATING sub menu may appear according to
the selected setting. If the sub menu appears,
go to step 2. If not, go to step 3.

V CHIP
TV RATING
MPAA RATING
CHANGE PASSWORD

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

2

Press CHANNEL N or M to select

: OFF
: OFF
: OFF

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the sub menu item, then press VOLUME
+ or – to display ON or OFF.

• When TV -Y7 is selected, the items below appear .

V CHIP
TV RATING

FANTASY VIOLENCE
MPAA RATING
CHANGE PASSWORD

: OFF
: TV-Y7

: OFF

: ON

• When TV -PG or TV -14 is selected, the items below
appear.

• When TV -MA is selected, the items below appear .

3

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
MPAA RA TING, then press VOLUME + or
– to display the desired setting.

When the following movies are received, they are
protected from display according to the selected
setting.

OFF: MPAA RATING is not set.
G: No age limitation
PG: Movies not suitable for children
PG-13: Movies not suitable f or children of 13 years

old and younger

R: Movies that can be seen by children under

17 years old with their parents

NC-17: Movies forbidden to children under 17

years old

X: Movies for adults

TV OPERATIONS

/

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

EX T : MENUI

V CHIP
TV RATING
MPAA RATING
CHANGE PASSWORD

SELECT:

CHANGE : – /+

: OFF
: TV-Y
: PG-13

/

EX T : MENUI

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SETTING THE V-CHIP (CONTINUED)

4

Press CHANNEL N or M to select V
CHIP, then press VOLUME + or – to
display ON.

Numbered

buttons

TV MENU

VOLUME

+/–

TV ENTER

CHANNEL
N/M

V CHIP
TV RATING
MPAA RATING
CHANGE PASSWORD

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

5

Press TV MENU to return to the normal

: ON
: TV-Y
: PG-13

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screen.

Note

If no button is pressed for 15 seconds, the setting
screen returns to the normal screen.

To use the TV after the TV is protected

When a program selected under the V-chip setting is
received, “PROTECT BY V CHIP” is displayed.

<PROTECT BY V CHIP>

IF YOU CANCEL PROTECT,
INPUT PASSWORD.

PASSWORD

INPUT : 0–9

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TV-PG

The rating of the
received program

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Enter the password. When the password is right,
the protect function will be canceled.

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Changing the password

1

Press TV MENU.

2

Press CHANNEL N or M to select V
CHIP, then press TV ENTER.

MENU

P CTURE

I
SOUND
SETUP
V CHI P

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

3

Enter the password using the numbered
buttons (0-9).

“*” appears instead of the number.

V CHI P

PASSWORD

5

Enter the new password using the
numbered buttons (0-9).

“*” appears instead of the number.

V CHI P

NEW
PASSWORD

INPUT : 0~9

6

Enter the same password again for the

EXIT : MENU

safety.

V CHI P

CONFIRM
PASSWORD

TV OPERATIONS

INPUT : 0~9

4

Press CHANNEL N or M to select

EXIT : MENU

CHANGE PASSWORD, then press TV
ENTER.

V CHIP
TV RATING
MPAA RATING
CHANGE PASSWORD

: ON
: TV-Y
: PG-13

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

INPUT : 0~9

7

Press TV MENU to return to the normal

EXIT : MENU

screen.

Note

If no button is pressed for 15 seconds, the setting
screen returns to the normal screen.

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CH CAPTION
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RESET

– – – –

EX T : MENUI

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

/

CH CAPTION
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RESET

– – – –

EX T : MENUI

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

/

TV MENU

VOLUME

+/–

REGISTERING A BROADCASTING STATION NAME

You can register a broadcasting station name for each
channel.

1

Press TV MENU.

2

Press CHANNEL N or M to select

DISPLAY

TV ENTER

CHANNEL
N/M

SETUP, then press TV ENTER.

MENU

P CTURE

I
SOUND
SETUP
V CHI P

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

3

Press CHANNEL N or M to select
CH CAPTION, then press TV ENTER.

SETUP

LANGUAGE
ANTENNA
AUTO SEARCH
ADD/ ERASE
CH CAPTI ON

: ENGL I SH
: CABLE

/

OK : ENTERSELECT:
EX T : MENUI

4

Press VOLUME + or – to select the
channel number you want to register a
name.

5

Press CHANNEL M to select the bar
display.

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6

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STEREO/SAP

Press VOLUME + to display the desired
letter, then press CHANNEL M.

Each press of VOLUME+ changes the display as
follows:

.....

A

9

Press VOLUME – to change the display in re verse
order.

CH CAPTION
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N

– – –

RESET

SELECT:
CHANGE : – /+

7

Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter a

/

Z&/ –

.....

EX T : MENUI

0 (space)

broadcasting station name.

You can enter up to 4 letters.

8

To enter another broadcasting station
name, press CHANNEL M to select
the channel number, then repeat steps
4 through 7.

You can enter up to 30 stations. When 30 stations
are already registered, “FULL” appears instead of
“----.”

On screen display

To change the On screen function display

Press DISPLAY. Each press turns the display on/off.

Broadcasting
station name

TV OPERATIONS

Channel number/
VIdeo input

Type of the
broadcasting

Notes

•If no button is pressed for 8 seconds, the On screen
display automatically turns off.

•The broadcasting station name appears only when
the station name is registered.

•The type of the broadcasting does not appear when
the unit is in VIDEO1 and VIDEO2 mode.

9

Press TV MENU to return to the normal
screen.

Tip

To cancel all letters in steps 6 and 7, press CHANNEL
N or M to select RESET, then press TV ENTER.

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TV/VIDEO

WATCHING A VIDEO OR OTHER EQUIPMENT

1

Press TV/VIDEO on the remote control
or TV/VIDEO on this unit to display
“VIDEO 1” or “VIDEO 2” for a few
seconds.

GAME

VIDEO 1: input from the VIDEO 1 INPUT A UDIO/

VIDEO jacks on the rear

VIDEO 2: input from the VIDEO 2 IN AUDIO/

VIDEO jacks on the front

2

Set the VCR or other equipment to
playback.

To switch to the GAME position directly

Press GAME to select the AV mode to GAME. The TV
input mode changes to VIDEO 2 automatically. The
screen becomes an adequate size for games.

To return to the TV program

Press TV/VIDEO on the remote control or TV/VIDEO
on the unit repeatedly until the TV program appears.
Also, you can return to the TV program by selecting
the channel number directly with the numbered buttons.

Note

The unit does not return to the TV program during disc
operations, if the numbered button is pressed.

When connecting to an AIWA VCR with
ONE-TOUCH PLAYBACK

When ONE-TOUCH PLAYBACK or OTPB on the
remote control of the VCR is pressed, this unit
automatically turns on and is in the VIDEO 1 mode.
Howev er, this function does not oper ate in the following
cases:

•ONE-TOUCH PLAYBACK on the VCR is pressed.
The TV and VCR are not placed where they can receive

•

the signal from the remote control simultaneously.

Note

For details on how to use the VCR, consult the owner’s
manual for the VCR.

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