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Sony KF 60DX100 Projection Television User Manual

1. To open To close 22 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV LCD Projection TV Rear and Side Panel Connectors Rear of LCD projection TV AUX ot TO CONVERTER s 9 VHF UHF HD DVD IN 10801720 480 4801 Left side of LCD projection TV VIDEO 2 IN Continued 23 AL G97 eui buljaauUuOg pue i Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connection 1 AUX 2 TO CONVERTER VHF UHF S VIDEO Rear and side 3 4 5 VIDEO L R AUDIO Rear and side 6 HD DVD IN 10801 720p 480p 480i TV OUT AUDIO OUT VAR FIX L MONO R 9 CONTROL S IN OUT 24 Description Allows you to view local and cable channels if your cable provider does not feature local channels You can switch between local and cable channels easily by pressing ANT on the remote control Devices connected to the AUX input cannot be viewed in Twin View This is a VHF UHF OUT jack that lets you set up your LCD projection TV to switch between scrambled channels through a cable box and normal cable channels Use this jack instead of a splitter to get better picture quality when switching between scrambled and unscrambled cable channels Connects to you
2. LINE OUT S VIDEO Y VIDEO OUT S LINK DIGITALOUT R AUDIO1 L VIDEO Y B Y 6 AUDIO R red AUDIO L white RK 74A not supplied To take advantage of the Wide Screen modes set the TV s aspect ratio to 16 9 on your DVD player For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD player 36 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a DVD Player with A V Connectors Use this hookup if Q Your DVD player does not have component Y PB PR jacks f your DVD player has video component output connectors for best picture quality use the connection described on page 36 Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Using audio cables connect the DVD player s Audio OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks 2 Using an S VIDEO cable connect the DVD player s S VIDEO jack to the LCD projection TV s S VIDEO jack Rear of LCD projection TV YC 15V 30V not supplied ee S VIDEO DVD player LINE OUT AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO AUDIO R red AUDIO L white RK 74A not supplied To take advantage of the Wide Screen modes set the TV s aspect ratio to 16 9 on your DVD player For details refer to the operating instructions supplied
3. Press WIDE MODE repeatedly to toggle through the following Screen Mode settings You can also access the Screen Mode settings in the Wide menu For details see page 64 Wide Zoom enlarges the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen keeping the original image as much as possible Normal returns the 4 3 picture to its original size Full Mode stretches the 4 3 picture horizontally only to fill the 16 9 screen Zoom Mode enlarges the 4 3 picture horizontally and vertically to an equal aspect ratio that fills the 16 9 screen Useful for watching Letterbox movies When you change channels or inputs the Screen Mode settings revert to Wide Zoom or the 4 3 Default setting in the Wide menu To retain the current Screen Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed set 4 3 Default to Off For details see page 65 56 Using the Menus Overview Opening and choosing a menu Press MENU to display the menu screen Move the joystick to the desired menu icon and press 2 to select it Use the joystick to scroll through the features A UN he See the specific menu page for instructions on moving through the menu To end a menu session Q Press MENU again To end one menu session and move to another Q Press the joystick 4 to return to the menu icons Move the joystick to choose the next menu icon and press to select it The menu gives you access to the following features Menu
4. If direct sunlight or other strong illumination shines on the screen part of the screen appears white due to reflections from behind the screen This is a structural property of the LCD Projection TV Do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight The picture quality may be affected by your viewing position If you view the TV close to you you may suffer from eye fatigue For the best picture quality install your LCD projection TV according to the operating instructions Sit at least 2 2 m approx 7 ft away from your LCD projection TV and within 60 of the vertical viewing area and 130 of the horizontal viewing area When installing your LCD Projection TV against a wall keep it at least 10 cm 4 inches from the wall Projection lamp m Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source When the projection lamp wears out after using the LCD projection TV for a long period of time the screen image becomes dark or no image will appear on the display If the lamp replacement indicator of the front panel blinks in red replace the lamp with a new one not supplied In some cases the lamp bursts inside the lamp unit noisily but the lamp unit is securely designed so that the pieces of broken glass remain inside the lamp unit See Replacing the Lamp on page 13 Cooling fan m This LCD projection TV uses a cooling fan to prevent the internal temperature from heating up
5. 20 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connector Types You may find it necessary to use some of the following connector types during set up Coaxial cable Standard TV cable and antenna cable Plug Type gt fj Push into connection Screw on Type q p Screw into connection S Video cable High quality video cable for enhanced picture quality x Align guides and push into 9 p connection Audio Video cable um gt Push into connection Video Yellow Audio Left White Audio Right Red Some DVD Players are equipped with the following three video connectors Y Green Cs Cb or B Y Blue Pr Cr Cr or R Y Red CONTROL S cable CONTROL S connections are exclusive to Sony products and allow greater control of all Sony equipment em gt Push into connection 21 AL G97 eui buljaauu0g pue i Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV LCD Projection TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Menu The front panel menu controls allow access to the on screen menus without Controls the use of a remote control Pressing MENU brings up the on screen menus The arrow buttons move the on screen cursor in the menus and by pressing the Select button selects the menu item ea MENU TV VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL 006 00 00000 How to open and close the front panel
6. Q Do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp receptacle of the LCD projection TV after removing the lamp Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock Also be sure not to touch the receptacle because it may cause a skin burn Q Mount the new lamp securely otherwise the screen may become dark or it may cause a fire Collecting the used lamp For environmental conservation Sony collects the used lamps Please put the used lamp in the lamp box and give it to your Sony dealer where you bought the lamp Do not touch the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp receptacle This may reduce picture quality or lamp life Continued 13 AL G97 Auog eui i Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV 1 Turn off the power switch on the LCD projection TV and after several minutes unplug the power cord The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off Do not touch the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp receptacle This may reduce picture quality or lamp life 2 Unplug the power cord after turning off the main power Wait at least 30 minutes to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it Take the new lamp out of the box 3 Remove the front panel Hold the LCD projection TV firmly so that it does not move Bs Grasping the right end of the front panel with your fingers pull t
7. ON The LCD projection TV automatically detects the signal type of a film and processes it appropriately OFF Select to turn off the CineMotion mode When the Video Mode is set to Mild page 58 you cannot set CineMotion to ON 59 snuayy aui Buisf Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu To select the Audio Menu Press MENU Move the joystick to the Audio icon and press Use the joystick to scroll through the options Press G to select an option That option s settings appear Use the joystick to scroll through the settings Press to select the desired setting Press MENU to exit the menu screen R W NE To restore the factory default settings for Treble Bass and Balance Press RESET on the remote control when in the Audio menu Selecting Audio The Audio menu includes the following options Options Option Description Treble Adjust to increase or decrease higher pitched sounds Bass Adjust to increase or decrease lower pitched sounds Balance Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance Steady ON Select to stabilize the volume Sound OFF Select to turn off Steady Sound Effect Virtual Select for surround sound for stereo programs only A virtual surround system attempts to create the same surround effect produced by a multichannel system using only the left and right speakers Most effective for programs encoded in Dolby Surround Simulated Adds a surround like effect to
8. You might hear the noise from the cooling fan depending on the place you install the LCD projection TV Contents Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV sis Using This Manual eee Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV Replacing the Lamp eene Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV amp R 17 Inserting Batteries into the Remote 1 17 Carrying Your LCD Projection TV 18 To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Falling Down ci 19 When Installing Your LCD Projection Against 19 Recommended Viewing 20 Connector Types LCD Projection TV Controls and Connectors 22 Basic Connections Connecting Cable TV or ran 25 Connecting a VCR and 29 Connecting a VCR and Cable Box 30 Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing 32 Connecting a Satellite Receiver 33 Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR 34 Connecting an Audio 35 Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 36 Connecting a DVD Player with A V Connectors eese 37
9. 309 310 314 336 337 332 309 335 Manufacturer Minolta Mitsubishi MGA Multitech NEC Olympic Optimus Panasonic Pentax Philco Philips Pioneer Quasar RCA PROSCAN Realistic Sansui Samsung Sanyo Scott Sharp Shintom Signature 2000 M Ward SV2000 Sylvania Symphonic Tashiro Tatung Teac Technics Toshiba Code 305 304 323 324 325 326 325 338 321 314 336 337 309 308 327 308 309 306 307 305 304 308 309 308 309 310 308 308 309 306 304 305 308 309 311 312 313 310 329 309 330 328 335 324 338 314 322 313 321 330 335 312 313 321 335 323 324 325 326 327 328 315 338 327 338 308 309 338 310 338 332 314 336 337 314 336 338 337 309 308 312 311 Other Information Manufacturer Code Wards Yamaha Zenith DVD Players Manufacturer Sony Panasonic Pioneer RCA Toshiba Cable Boxes Manufacturer Hamlin Regal Jerrold G I Oak Panasonic Pioneer Scientific Atlanta Tocom Zenith 327 328 335 331 332 314 330 336 337 331 Code 751 753 752 755 754 Code 222 223 224 225 226 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 218 227 228 229 219 220 221 214 215 209 210 211 216 217 212 213 Satellite Receivers Manufacturer Sony General Electric Hitachi Hughes Panasonic RCA PROSCAN Toshiba Code 801 802 805 804 803
10. Connecting a Digital TV Receiver 38 Connecting a Camcorder Connecting an AV Receiver Using the CONTROL S Feature 41 Setting Up the LCD projection Automatically sese 42 Using the Features Using the Remote Control sssss 43 Watching the TV eet 46 Watching the Digital TV sess 48 Using Favorite Channels sss 49 Using Twin iener 50 Using the Freeze Function sess 53 Using Scrolling Channel Index 54 Using Wide Screen 56 Using the Menus cul P Using the Video Menu ees Using the Audio Menu see Using the Channel Menu Using the Wide Menu eee Using the Timer Menu see Using the Setup Menu sese Other Information Programming the Remote Control TI Operating Other Components with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control 80 Troubleshooting ertet ttt nnne 82 What Flashing of the Indicators on the Front of the Monitor Means 85 Specifications Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV Thank you for purchasing the Son
11. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 appears on the screen press TV VIDEO or CH until a channel number appears 4 0 9 and ENTER Use for direct channel selection Press 0 9 to select a channel for example to select channel 10 press 1 and 0 The channel will change after 2 seconds or you can press ENTER for immediate selection 5 CH Press to scan through the channels up or down 6 VOL Press to adjust the volume up or down 7 JUMP Press to alternate or jump back and forth between two channels The LCD projection TV will jump between the current channel and the last channel selected 8 MUTING Press to mute the sound will appear on the screen and will dim three seconds later To restore the sound press again or press VOL 9 FREEZE yellow labeled button This is useful when you need to copy down information that appears on the LCD projection TV s screen see Using the Freeze Function on page 53 10 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the LCD projection TV displays the approximate time in minutes 15 30 45 60 or 90 that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off automatically Cancel by pressing SLEEP until SLEEP OFF appears Using the Features 11 DISPLAY Press to display the channel number current time and channel label if set To turn the display off press DISPLAY again 12 TV V
12. 802 808 806 807 79 UONeULIOJU 42YIO I Other Information Operating Other Components with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control Operating a VCR Operating a DVD Player 80 Open the panel and move the slide switch to the AV input you coded for this device To Do This Turn on off Change channels Record Play Stop Fast forward Rewind the tape Pause Search the picture forward or backward Change input mode Press green POWER button inside the panel CH B and REC simultaneously gt E gt gt 4 Il press again to resume normal playback P or 49 during playback release to resume normal playback Slide switch Open the panel and move the slide switch to the DVD input you coded for this device To Do This Turn on off Play Stop Pause Press green POWER button inside the panel B press again to resume normal playback Step through different tracks of W to step forward lt 4 to step backward an audio disc Step through different chapters CH to step forward or CH to step backward of a video disc Display the DVD menu Display the menu Setup Operate the DVD menu DVD MENU MENU t V ENTER Operating a Cable Box Operating a Satellite Receiver To Do This Turn on off Select Cable Box Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel To Do This Turn on off Select Satellite Receiver Sel
13. Control on page 77 To change channels using the cable box set your LCD projection TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box consider using the Channel Fix feature to set your LCD projection TV to channel 3 or 4 see page 63 Setting the Channel Fix feature in the Channel menu see Using the Channel Menu on page 62 ensures that you do not accidentally switch the channels using your LCD projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Use this hookup if Q You have cable TV that does not require a cable box Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Connect the cable TV cable to the VCR s IN jack 2 Using a coaxial cable connect the VCR s OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack 3 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s Audio and S Video OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Rear of LCD projection TV Coaxial cable VIDEO yellow AUDIO L white AUDIO R red S VIDEO Cable VMC 810S 820S not supplied AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO SVIDEO OUT 1 9 Q ES 5 IN L YC 15V 30V not supplied f your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S
14. VIDEO cable 29 AL uomoefojd eui pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Box Use this hookup if 30 Q m Your cable TV company scrambles some channels but not all of them pay channels vs regular cable channels and you need to use a cable box and You want to enjoy the Twin View feature With this setup you can Use the LCD projection TV remote control to change channels on your cable box when the signal is scrambled To program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 77 Use the LCD projection TV remote control to change channels using your LCD projection TV when the signal is not scrambled Your LCD projection TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box Use the Twin View feature When all channels are routed through your cable box only one signal is sent to the LCD projection TV so you cannot use the Twin View feature Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 2 5 Connect the Cable TV cable to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack Using a coaxial cable connect the LCD projection TV s TO CONVERTER jack to the cable box s IN jack The LCD projection TV s internal converter allows you to switch between unscrambled signals coming straight into the LCD projection TV and scrambled signals coming in through
15. and the LCD projection TV see page 38 Check your local listings to find out if you can receive digital broadcasts in your area Change Cable to OFF see page 62 Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in TV memory see page 63 Adjust the Color settings in the Video menu see page 58 Check the Cable setting in the Channel menu see Cable on page 62 Check the antenna cable connections Make sure the channel is broadcasting programs Press ANT to change the input mode see page 46 Problem Dotted lines or stripes LCD projection TV is fixed to one channel Double images ghosts or merged colors Cannot operate menu Cannot receive any channels when using cable TV Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Channel Index does not display all available channels Cannot receive channels Unable to select a channel Lost password Cannot change channels with the remote control Cannot cycle through the other video equipment connected to the LCD projection TV There is a black box on the screen Other Information Possible Remedies d Adjust the antenna Move the LCD projection TV away from noise sources such as cars neon signs or hair dryers Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in TV memory see page 63 Check your Channel Fix settings see page 63 Use a hi
16. 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 warranty and your authority to operate this equipment This document is for the remote control RM Y910 MODEL KF 60DX100 Please keep this notice with the instruction manual Safety Operate the LCD Projection TV only on 120 V AC The plug is designed for safety purposes to fit into the wall outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your dealer liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet unplug the LCD Projection TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further Ifyou will not be using the LCD Projection TV for several days disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself Never pull on the cord For details concerning safety precautions see Important Safeguards on page 4 Installing To prevent internal heat buildup do not block the ventilation openings Do not install the LCD Projection TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration Avoid operating the LCD Projection TV at temperature below 41 F 5 C Ifthe LCD Projection TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm locatio
17. 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 For Safety Be careful when moving the LCD Projection TV When you place the LCD Projection TV in position be careful not to drop it on your foot or fingers Watch your footing while installing the LCD Projection TV Carry the LCD Projection TV in the specified manner If you carry the LCD Projection TV ina manner other than the specified manner and without the specified number of persons it may drop and a serious injury may be caused Be sure to follow the instructions mentioned below Q Q Carry the LCD Projection TV with the specified number of persons see page 18 Do not carry the LCD Projection TV holding the speaker grill Hold the LCD Projection TV tightly when carrying 1t About the LCD Projection TV Although the LCD projection TV is made with high precision technology black dots may appear or bright points of light red blue or green may appear constantly on the LCD screen This is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a malfunction Installation
18. peuvent tre inser es fond sans en laisser aucune partie decouvert Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the LCD Projection TV below the Sony logo on the sticker and also on the TV box white label Record these numbers in the spaces provided below Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No Serial No Important Safety Instruction 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Following all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specif
19. projecttion TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Falling Down Pay special attention to children around the LCD projection TV If children should climb onto or push the LCD projection TV or its stand it may fall down a protective measure secure the LCD projection TV as follows Using supplied brackets 1 Mount the two brackets with the screws supplied to the upper rear sides of the LCD projection TV left and right sides 2 Passa strong cord or chain not supplied through each bracket and then secure it to a wall or a pillar etc Bracket with the screw Using the LCD projection TV stand with support belts You can also use the LCD projection TV stand SU 60DX not supplied with support belts When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall Keep your LCD projection TV at least 10 cm 4 inches from the wall 19 AL uomnoelojd G97 eui buljaauUuOg pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Recommended Viewing Area The picture quality may be affected by your viewing position For the best picture quality install your LCD projection TV within the areas shown below Sit at least 2 2 m approx 7 ft away from your LCD projection TV and within 60 of the vertical viewing area and 130 of the horizontal viewing area Horizontal Viewing Area Vertical Viewing Area
20. remote control use the following procedures to program the remote control uojeunoju 12410 The equipment must have infrared IR remote capability in order to be used with the remote control From the Manufacturer s Codes listed on page 79 select the three digit code number for the manufacturer s code for your component If more than one code number is listed start with the number listed first Use the code number to complete the following procedure To program a cable box or a satellite receiver Open the panel of the remote control Press CODE SET inside the panel Close the panel and press SAT CABLE FUNCTON Enter the three digit manufacturer s code number using the 0 9 buttons Press ENTER To check if the code number works aim the LCD projection TV s remote control at the component and press the green POWER button that corresponds with that component If it responds the programming is completed If not try using the other codes listed for that manufacturer Continued 77 Other Information To program video equipment 1 Open the panel of the remote control 2 Move the slide switch to the desired component type 3 Press CODE SET inside the panel You must perform step 4 within 10 seconds of step 3 or you must start again from step 3 4 Close the panel and enter the three digit manufacturer s code number using the 0 9 buttons 5 Press ENTER MUTING SLEE
21. sure your LCD projection TV is tuned to a working channel 2 Pes CB To cancel twin pictures Q Press again or press Activating the Although two pictures appear on the screen at the same time only one Picture picture is active Change the picture size by using the joystick For an active picture you can Q Change channels Q Adjust the volume Q Switch the input sources from VHF UHF to cable by pressing ANT or TV VIDEO to switch the video input To activate the right picture Q Move the joystick to the right To activate the left picture Q Move the joystick to the left 50 Using the Features Hookups that affect your ability to use Twin View If you are viewing all channels through the cable box the Twin View feature will not work The cable box only unscrambles one signal at a time so the right picture will be the same as the left picture You can watch a scrambled cable channel and another video source Be sure your DVD player VCR or satellite receiver are connected to one of the VIDEO IN 1 6 and AUX inputs on the rear of the LCD projection TV Pictures from equipment connected to HD DVD IN 5 and 6 and AUX will only appear in the left picture not in the right The active picture is highlighted in cyan 51 sainjeay ay Duisf i Using the Features Changing the Picture Size 52 The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right pictures To enlar
22. the DVD menu Press to scroll through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options Stereo Auto SAP and Mono Used for programming the remote control to operate non Sony video equipment For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 77 Press to turn on the DVD VCR player you have programmed into the remote control For instructions see Programming the Remote Control on page 77 Fast forward Use to switch control for connected video equipment You can program one video source for each switch position For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 77 Pause Press again to resume normal playback Displays the Video equipment menu Use to operate the DVD menu Press to select an audio option Steady Sound ON or OFF 45 sainjeay ay Duisf i Using the Features Watching the TV Buttons for LCD Projection TV Operations MUTING e SATICABI ler PIC MODE OS CINEMOTION e MODE SONY 46 Many TV features can be accessed directly through the remote control The following will explain the function of some of the buttons found on your remote control H TV FUNCTION ctivates the remote control for use with the LCD projection TV gt N ANT AUX input ress to change between the VHF UHF input and the AUX input g 3 TV POWER Turns the LCD projection TV on and off If a video input indication e g
23. with your DVD player Use TV VIDEO on the remote control to switch between the VCR DVD player and cable TV inputs f your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable 37 AL uomnoefojd G97 eui Buipeuuo pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Digital TV Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Be sure to read the 1 Using three separate component video cables connect the Digital TV Set top box manual Set top box s Y Ps and Pr jacks to the LCD projection TV The Y Ps and Pr jacks do not provide audio so audio cables must be connected to provide sound Component video connection is necessary to view 480i 480p 720p and 1080i formats You may also use the S VIDEO or Composite Video connections however component video Y PB PR will provide the best picture quality for all format types 2 Using an audio cable connect the Digital TV Set top box s Audio OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks VMC 10HG not supplied 1 Rear of LCD projection TV Digital TV Set top box VIDEO 1 2 Oo Ore AUDIO R red RK 74A not supplied AUDIO L white You cannot record the signal from any equipment connected into the Y and Pr connecto
24. DEO 1 2 3 4 5 or 6 Try another channel It could be station trouble The Parental Control feature is activated see Using the Parent Menu on page 69 If your LCD projection TV does not turn on and a red light keeps flashing your LCD projection TV may need service Call your local Sony Service Center Batteries could be weak Replace the batteries Press TV FUNCTION when operating your LCD projection TV Make sure the LCD projection TV s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet Locate the LCD projection TV at least 3 4 feet away from fluorescent lights Check the orientation of the batteries Adjust the Picture setting in the Video menu see page 58 Adjust the Brightness setting in the Video menu see page 58 Check antenna cable connections It is strongly recommended to connect the antenna using a 75 ohm coaxial cable to get optimum picture quality A 300 ohm twin lead cable can be easily affected by radio noise and the like resulting in signal deterioration If you use a 300 ohm twin lead cable keep it away as far as possible from the LCD projection TV Do not use an indoor antenna because it is especially susceptible to radio noise see page 25 Press MUTING so that MUTING disappears from the screen see page 43 Make sure Speaker is set to ON in the Audio menu see page 61 Check the MTS setting in the Audio menu see MTS on page 61 Check the connections between the DTV receiver
25. EO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable 34 Connecting an Audio Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Using audio cables connect the LCD projection TV s AUDIO OUT VAR FIX jacks to the audio receiver s audio LINE IN jacks Rear of LCD projection TV AUDIO R red RK 74A not supplied AUDIO white L 35 AL uomnoelojd q21 eui Buieuuo pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors This is the preferred hookup to use if Q Your DVD player has component Y B Y R Y jacks Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Using three separate component video cables connect the DVD player s Y B Y and R Y jacks to the Y PB and PR jacks on the LCD projection TV Use the HD DVD IN 5 or 6 connections The Y B Y and R Y jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y and or Y Ps and Pr If so connect the cables to like colors 2 Using an audio cable connect the DVD player s Audio OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks Be sure to use the same row of inputs that you used for the video connection HD DVD IN 5 or 6 VMC 10HG not supplied Rear of LCD projection TV DVD player
26. Enter new four digit password using the 0 9 buttons 3 Confirm the new password by entering it again 4 Press MENU to exit the menu screen You can view a blocked program by entering the password 1 Press ENTER when tuned to a blocked program 2 Enter your password using the 0 9 buttons Parental Control will be canceled temporarily until you turn your LCD projection TV off 71 Using the Menus Using Custom Rating Options 72 If you want to select the ratings to be blocked from Custom follow the procedure below 1 Perform the steps to 8 in To select the rating on page 69 to display the Parental Lock options 2 Move the joystick up or down to select Custom and press Custom Ratings TV Rating Unrated Move t4 Custom Ratings TV Rating Unrated Move t _ Select Q 4 Move the joystick up or down to select the rating to be blocked and press The indicator automatically appears beside the selected rating and all higher ratings indicating that the programs that match the ratings will be blocked Custom Ratings TV Rating Unrated Move Select To unblock a rating select it by moving the joystick up or down then press The indicator amp changes into and all lower ratings unblocked Using the Menus 5 Move the joystick left then down to select TV Rating or Program and press Custom Rating
27. IDEO Press repeatedly to scroll through available video inputs TV VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 and VIDEO 6 If you select Skip as a Video Label in the Setup menu your LCD projection TV will skip the video input you selected see Video Label on page 68 MTS SAP Press to scroll through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options see MTS on page 61 sainjeay ay Duisf j PIC MODE CINEMOTION WIDE MODE SONY RM Y910 POWER SAT CABLE 14 PIC MODE Press PIC MODE repeatedly to directly choose one of four different video modes that best suits the program you are watching Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness Standard Select to display a standard picture for normal viewing environments Movie Select to smooth the outline of digital image Mild Select to display a picture with minimum enhancements When you select each mode you can also adjust the picture quality such as Brightness Color etc to suit your taste For details see Mode on page 58 47 Using the Features Watching the Digital TV 48 When you have connected the DTV receiver you can enjoy digital TV programs This LCD projection TV is capable of receiving the 10801 720p 480p and 480i digital TV formats This LCD projection TV is not capable of displaying a native 720p format signal Therefore when a native 720p for
28. Icon Description Page Allows you to make adjustments to your picture settings 58 It also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing Offers enhanced audio options such as listening to second 60 audio programming SAP or customizing the Effect of the sound on your LCD projection TV gt 1 E Allows you to set up a Favorite Channel list run the Auto 62 Program function and more Wide Allows you to set the wide screen mode adjust the 64 LA vertical center in wide mode and set the 4 3 Default mode Lets you set the clock on your LCD projection TV and 66 allows you to program your LCD projection TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers 4 3 Em Provides several options for setting up your channels 67 pm labeling your Video inputs and selecting the language of the on screen menus 57 snuayy aui Buisf Using the Menus ca Using the Video Menu Selecting Video Options 58 To select the Video Menu 1 Press MENU Move the joystick to the Video es icon and press Mode V 2 3 Use the joystick to scroll 4 Press G to select a feature That feature s adjustment appears Brightness Color ue Sharpness through the features ecto Temp ineMotion Move Select 5 Use the joystick to make the desired adjustments Press to select set 7 Press MENU to exit the menu screen To r
29. OUT jack to the recording VCR s S VIDEO IN jack S VIDEO does not provide audio so audio cables must be connected to provide sound You cannot record signals from equipment connected to the Y Pr input Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s SATELLITE IN jack 2 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables connect the satellite receiver s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks 3 Connect a coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack f your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable Rear of LCD projection TV 3 a hau n Coaxial VHF UHF cable S VIDEO VIDEO yellow AUDIO L white AUDIO R red Satellite receiver SATELLITE IN 1 VHF UHF OUT AUDIO AUDIOL VIDEO S VIDEO RR IN 9 LNE out a D Satellite antenna cable VMC 810S 820S not supplied YC 15V 30V not supplied 33 AL uomnoelojd G97 eui Buieuuo pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR Disconnect all power sources
30. P SAT CABLE Q O 6 To check if the code number works aim the LCD projection TV s remote control at the component open the panel and press the green DISPLAY POWER button If it responds the programming is completed If not try using the other codes listed for that manufacturer e 8 0 FREEZE Tips If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your component If you enter a new code number the code number you previously entered at that setting is erased Insome rare cases you may not be able to operate your component with the Sony remote control In this case use the component s own remote control unit 78 Manufacturer s Codes VCRs Manufacturer Sony Admiral M Ward Aiwa Audio Dynamic Broksonic Canon Citizen Craig Criterion Curtis Mathes Daewoo DBX Dimensia Emerson Fisher Funai General Electric Go Video Goldstar Hitachi Instant Replay JC Penney JVC Kenwood LXI Sears Magnavox Marantz Marta Memorex Code 301 327 338 344 314 337 319 317 309 308 332 302 332 315 304 338 309 341 312 309 314 336 337 304 319 320 316 317 318 341 330 335 338 329 304 309 322 339 340 332 306 304 305 338 309 308 309 305 304 330 314 336 337 314 336 337 345 346 347 314 336 332 337 332 305 330 335 338 308
31. S Q Y 4 086 249 12 2 LCD Projection TV HD Monitor Operating Instructions KF 60DX100 MMH SCineMotion 2001 Sony Corporation Digital Reality C 2 pull down technol WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the LCD Projection TV to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR A CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure This symbol is intended to alert the user to the Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15 119 of the FCC rules Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer
32. W Under 1 W Supplied Accessories Remote Control AA Batteries Cleaning Cloth Hex key wrench Brackets with screws Optional Accessories TV Stand Lamp AV Cable Audio Cable Control S Cable Component Video Cable AV Receiver RM Y910 2 supplied for remote control 1 1 2 SU 60DX XL 2000U VMC 810 820 830 HG RKC 515HG RK G69HG VMC 10 30 HG STR V555ES or equivalent Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Other Information 87 uoieunoju 42YIO Index A Activating a Twin View screen 50 Adding channels to the channel list 63 Adjusting audio Steady Sound 60 ANT button 43 Antenna connecting 25 Audio menu 57 60 Audio receiver connecting 35 Audio Video cable 21 Auto Program channel setup 42 63 Auto Setup 42 63 AV receiver connecting to TV OUT 24 B Balance adjusting 60 Bass adjusting 60 Batteries inserting in remote 17 Bilingual audio 61 Brightness adjusting 58 Cable connecting 25 28 setting ON OFF 63 with VCR connecting 29 Cable box connecting with VCR 30 using with TV remote control 81 Camcorder connecting 39 Caption Vision 67 CATV See Cable Channel list adding channels 63 Channel menu 57 62 Channel Skip Add 63 Channels Auto Program 63 creating labels 63 setting up 42 CineMotion 44 CINEMOTION button 44 Cleaning Cloth 12 Closed caption modes 67 CODE SET button 45 Color temperature adjusting 59 Color adjusting 58 88 C
33. area recommended 20 VOL button 43 W Wide menu 57 64 Z Zoom feature with Twin View 52 90 http www sony net Printed in Japan If after reading this instruction manual you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony projection TV please call one of the following numbers English only Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 Customers in Canada contact the Customer Relations Center at 416 499 SONY 7669
34. atch the ratings you select and higher except for the extenders that were canceled will be blocked LOPress MENU to exit the menu screen US custom rating options Using the Menus If you selected U S A as the country of residence on page 70 the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options If you selected Canada see page 76 To ensure maximum blocking capability the age based ratings should be blocked Option Description Movie Rating G All children and General Audience PG Parental Guidance suggested PG 13 Parental Guidance for children under 13 S R Restricted viewing parental guidance is suggested a for children under 17 NC 17 No one 17 and under allowed and X z TV Rating Age Based Options Block programs by their rating content or both TV G TV PG TV 14 TV MA All children Directed to older children General Audience Parental Guidance suggested Parents Strongly cautioned Mature Audience only Content Based Options FV D L S V Unrated Block Block programs or movies thatare Allow broadcast without Fantasy Violence Suggestive Dialogue Strong Language Sexual situations Violence Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating If you select Block please be aware that the following programs may be blocked emergency broadcasts political p
35. before making any connections 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s SATELLITE IN jack 2 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR s VHF UHF IN jack 3 Using a coaxial cable connect the VCR s OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack 4 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables connect the satellite receiver s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks 5 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Satellite Rear of LCD projection TV antenna 1 f Satellite receiver cable VHF UHF S IN S VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIOL VIDEO 3 9998 EU YC 15V 30V not supplied VMC 810S 820S not supplied T 14 2 S VIDEO 2 SVID2O eure 43 LINE IN IN amp Coaxial cable i 3 eo Qc LINE OUT YC 15V 30V not supplied AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow VMC 810S 820S not supplied 5 Be sure your VCR s video input is set correctly Consult your VCR s operating manual for instructions Use TV VIDEO to select VIDEO 1 to watch satellite TV or the VCR your VCR must be turned on VHF UHF to watch cable TV f your VCR or satellite receiver is not equipped with S VID
36. ble box c o Auto Program Automatically programs the LCD projection TV for all receivable channels gt Channel Removes and adds viewable channels Skip Add 1 Use the joystick to scroll through the channels until you o find the channel you want to skip add 2 Press to select it 3 Press the joystick up or down to toggle between Add and Skip 4 Press to select Channel Label Label up to 20 channels with their station call letters 63 Using the Menus Using the Wide Menu To select the Wide menu Press MENU Use the joystick to move to the Wide icon and press Move the joystick to scroll through the features Press to select a feature pe That feature s options appear Use the joystick to scroll through the options Press to select the desired option R W NE Press MENU to exit the menu screen Selecting Wide The Wide menu includes the following options Options To change from one Screen Mode to another use WIDE MODE on the remote control Option Description Wide Mode Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 Select a Screen screen keeping the original image as much as Mode to use for possible 4 3 sources Normal Select to return the 4 3 picture to normal mode Full Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally only to fill the wide screen Zoom Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally and vertically to an equal as
37. d 31 AL uomoefojd G97 eui Buipeuuo pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing 32 VCR playback If you connect two VCRs you can record from one VCR to the other while using your LCD projection TV to monitor what is being recorded Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Using AUDIO and VIDEO cables connect the playback VCR s Audio and Video OUT jacks to the recording VCR s Audio and Video IN jacks 2 Using AUDIO and VIDEO cables connect the recording VCR s AUDIO and Video OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks Rear of LCD projection TV VCR recording 000 AUDIO AUDIO L VIDEO 66 TA AUDIO AUDIO L VIDEO AUDIO R red AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow VMC 810S 820S not supplied To perform tape editing set the LCD projection TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing TV VIDEO on the remote control You may need to change the video input on your VCR Consult your VCR s operating manual for instructions f your VCRs have an S VIDEO jack For best picture quality use an S VIDEO connection instead of the yellow video cable on your combined AN cable Using an S VIDEO cable connect the playback VCR s S VIDEO
38. e 300 ohm twin lead cable see other homes may contain both see VHF Only or VHF UHF or Cable Dolo nus MDDP Rear of LCD projection TV VHF UHF VHF Only or UHF Only or VHF UHF 300 ohm twin lead cable Ke Rear of LCD projection TV E VHF UHF Antenna connector VHF and UHF 75 ohm coaxial cable Rear of LCD projection TV U V Splitter VHF UHF not supplied 300 ohm twin lead cable t is strongly recommended to connect the antenna using a 75 ohm coaxial cable to get optimum picture quality A 300 ohm twin lead cable can be easily affected by radio noise and the like resulting in signal deterioration If you use a 300 ohm twin lead cable keep it away as far as possible from the LCD projection TV Do not use an indoor antenna because it is especially susceptible to radio noise 25 AL Q37 eui pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Cable and Antenna If your cable provider does not feature local channels you may find this set up convenient D AUX No connection to lt TO CONVERTER Rear of LCD projection TV TO CONVERTER 20 D 9e9 VHF UHF CATV cable Antenna cable Select CABLE or antenna ANT mode by pressing ANT on the remote control To receive channels with an antenna you need to turn your Cable to OFF see page 62 a
39. e joystick to the Setup icon 3 and press Use the joystick to scroll through the features Press to select a feature CRESS IE CHS That feature s options appear Image Revision Use the joystick to scroll through the options Press to select the desired option R W NE Press MENU to exit the menu screen snuayy aui Buisf The Setup menu includes the following options Option Description Parental Control Allows you to set up the LCD projection TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels For details about setting see Using the Parent Menu on page 69 Caption Vision Allows you to select from three closed caption modes for programs that are broadcast with closed captioning OFF Turns off Caption Vision CC1 CC2 Displays a printed version of the CC3 CC4 dialog or sound effects of a program Should be set to CC1 for most programs TEXT1 TEXT2 Displays network station information TEXT3 TEXT4 presented using either half or the whole screen if available For closed captioning set to CC1 XDS Displays a network name program Extended Data name program length and time of the Service show if the broadcaster offers this service Continued 67 Using the Menus 68 Option Video Label Language Image Revision Description Allows you to label the audio video components you connected to the LCD projection TV so you can identify them when usin
40. ect a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Display channel number Display DBS guide Display DBS menu Move highlight cursor Select item Other Information Press SAT CABLE POWER SAT CABLE FUNCTION 0 9 buttons ENTER CH JUMP Press SAT CABLE POWER SAT CABLE FUNCTION 0 9 buttons ENTER CH JUMP DISPLAY GUIDE MENU Joystick or arrows 81 uoieunoju 42YIO li Other Information Troubleshooting If after reading these operating instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television please call our Customer Information Services Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 U S residents only or 416 499 SONY 7669 Canadian residents only Problem No picture screen not lit no sound Remote control does not operate Dark poor or no picture screen lit good sound Good picture no sound Cannot receive digital channels when a DTV receiver is connected Cannot receive upper channels UHF when using an antenna No color Only snow and noise appear on the screen 82 Possible Remedies a Coo oo L O UC Uo Oooo Make sure the LCD projection TV s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet Push the power button on the front of the LCD projection TV Check to see if the TV VIDEO setting is correct when watching TV set to TV and when watching connected equipment set to VI
41. ection TV s AUX jack Cable box 3 A A Rear of LCD o Ge CD projection TV OUT AUX 2 T 75 ohm coaxial cable not supplied TOL 1 Signal CATV cable unscrambled channels VHF UHF Pressing ANT on the remote control switches between the channels coming in through the cable box scrambled and those coming directly to the TV unscrambled 27 AL eui Buipeuuo pue i Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV 28 Cable Box Only Use this hookup if You subscribe to a cable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded signals requiring a cable box to view all channels and You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment to your LCD projection TV When all channels are routed through your cable box only one unscrambled channel is sent to the LCD projection TV so you cannot use the Twin View feature If some channels are scrambled but others are not consider using the hookup on page 26 instead 1 Connect the coaxial connector from your cable service to the cable box s IN jack 2 Using a coaxial cable connect the cable box s OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack Cable D Rear of LCD projection TV 2 VHF UHF IN OUT Cable box Also set Cable to ON in the Channel menu see page 62 Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box see Programming the Remote
42. ectric light or power circuits or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NEC in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the NEC Refer to section 54 300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding Antenna lead in wire Ground clamp To Electrical Service equipment Antenna lead in wire NEC Section 810 20 Grounding conductors NEC section 810 21 77 Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system NEC Art 250 Part H NEC National Electrical Code 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 wil
43. estore the factory default settings for Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness and Color Temp Press RESET on the remote control when in the Video menu The Video menu includes the following options Option Mode Customized picture viewing Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Description Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness Standard Recommended for Normal viewing conditions Movie Select for soft film like picture Mild Select to smooth the outline of digital image You can alter the Video menu settings Picture Brightness Color etc for each Mode To quickly and easily change from one Video Mode to another use PIC MODE on the remote control Adjust to increase picture contrast and deepen the color or decrease picture contrast and soften the color Adjust to brighten or darken the picture Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity Adjust to increase or decrease the green tones Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture Color Temp White intensity adjustment CineMotion Using the Menus Description Choose from three color temperatures Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint Warm Select to give the white colors a red tint Obtains a smooth picture movement that approaches the original film like quality when reproducing movies or other video sources on 24 frame per second films
44. g TV VIDEO When in the Setup menu s Video Label feature use the joystick to highlight an input to label then press to select it Use the joystick to scroll through the labels Press to select the component you connected to each of the input jacks on the back of your LCD projection TV Select Skip if you do not have a component connected to a particular set of input jacks VIDEO 1 2 3 4 VHS 8mm Beta LD Game SAT DVD Web Receiver DTV Skip VIDEO 5 6 DVD DTV HD Skip If you select Skip your LCD projection TV skips this connection when you press TV VIDEO 1 When you select Receiver on Video Label your LCD projection TV s input is fixed for VIDEO 1 only Select to display all on screen menus in your language of choice English Espa ol Francais The factory setting is Auto and your LCD projection TV automatically adjusts the doubled images ghosts or merged colors If the Auto setting does not take effect use the joystick to select the value from 0 to 3 with which the symptoms mentioned above are most improved Using the Parent Menu Using the Menus The Parent menu allows you to set up the LCD projection TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels These ratings are assigned by a federal rating board Not all programs are rated Using the Parental Lock blocks programs with a specific rating but it does not block an entire channel n Scrolling Channel Index wi
45. g the current channel Scrolling Channel Index Allows you to view and choose channels from scrolling pictures without leaving the current channel This LCD projection TV is not capable of displaying a native 720p format signal Therefore when a native 720p format signal is received it is converted into a 480p format signal Continued 9 AL uomoofojqg G97 Kuos ay f Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Using This Manual 10 Q Wide Screen Mode Allows you to watch 4 3 normal broadcasts in wide screen mode 16 9 aspect ratio Auto Wide Allows you to select the wide screen mode automatically We recommend that you carefully review the contents of the following three sections in the order shown to ensure that you fully understand the operation of your new LCD projection TV 1 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection This section guides you through your initial setup It shows you how to install your LCD projection TV to connect your new components and to connect the antenna and cable 2 Using the Features This section shows you how to begin using your new LCD projection TV It also shows you how to use your remote control functions 3 Using the menus This section teaches you how to access on screen menus and adjust your LCD projection TV settings Instructions in this manual are written for the remote control Similar controls are also found on the LCD projection TV conso
46. ge the left To enlarge the right picture reduce the picture reduce the right left 1 Move the joystick right to activate the right picture 1 Move the joystick left to activate the left picture if not Gf not already already activated activated Move the joystick 2 Move the up to enlarge the joystick up to picture and move enlarge the the joystick down picture and move to reduce the the joystick down picture to reduce the picture When you adjust the twin screen sizes the LCD projection TV memorizes the change The next time you use the Twin View function the memorized sizes appear Using the Features Using the Freeze Function The FREEZE button allows you to temporarily capture a program s picture You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers recipes etc To use the Freeze function 1 When the program information you want to capture is displayed press FREEZE 2 The LCD projection TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the frozen picture on the right while the current program continues on the left Current program in progress Ca Frozen picture 3 To cancel and return to normal viewing press FREEZE Freeze feature is not available if you are already in Favorite Channel see page 49 Twin View see page 50 or Channel Index see page 54 mode 53 sainjeay ay i Using the Features Using Scrolling Channe
47. ghly directional outdoor antenna or a cable when the problem is caused by reflections from nearby mountains or tall buildings Set the Image Revision to an appropriate value The default setting is Auto If ghosts doubled images or merged colors appear with Auto select the best value from 0 to 3 see page 68 If the item you want to choose appears in gray you cannot select it Turn the LCD projection TV s power off and on again Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in TV memory see page 63 Check your cable settings Make sure Cable is set to ON in the Channel menu see page 62 uoieunoju J2YIO I Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box s remote control Then press TV FUNCTION and adjust the LCD projection TV s volume Make sure Cable is set to ON in the Channel menu see Cable on page 62 Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable TV channels that are not presently in TV memory see page 63 Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable TV channels that are not presently in TV memory see page 63 In the password screen see page 69 enter the following master password 4357 The master password clears your previous password it cannot be used to temporarily unblock channels Be sure you have not inadvertently switched your LCD projection TV from channel 3 or 4 setting if you are using another device to change channels If you a
48. he VCR 2 Using a coaxial cable connect OUT on the VCR to VHF UHF on the LCD projection TV 3 Using a VIDEO cable connect VIDEO of VIDEO 1 IN on the LCD projection TV to MONITOR OUT on the AV receiver 4u sing an AUDIO VIDEO cable connect TV OUT on the LCD projection TV to AUDIO VIDEO 2 IN on the AV receiver Using an AUDIO VIDEO cable connect the video equipment to the AV receiver Select the Setup menu and set Video Label to Receiver to fix your LCD projection TV s input to AV receiver see Video Label on page 68 Coaxial cable not supplied VMC 810S 820S Rear of LCD projection TV not supplied AUMIOL S VIDEO UNE o VCR A C AUDIO L VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO R Cable Antenna 1 VMC 810S 820S 4 not supplied VMC 810S 820S not supplied AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO 1 IN VMC 10HG not supplied MONITOR OUT AUDIO VIDEO 1 OUT AV receiver 40 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your LCD projection TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control the CONTROL S feature allows you to always point your remote control at yo
49. he panel towards you 4 Loosen the screw with a coin or similar object to remove the lamp cover 14 Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV 5 Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp then pull out the lamp The lamp is very hot immediately after use Never touch the front glass of the lamp or the surrounding parts Loosen the two screws with the Hold the handle and pull hex key supplied with the lamp straight out After it has cooled place the removed lamp into the empty box of the replacement lamp Never put the removed lamp into a plastic bag 6 Mount the new lamp Be sure to attach the new lamp securely Mount the new lamp securely Tighten the two screws securely in the into the lamp receptacle order of to as shown in the illustration using the supplied hex key 7 Mount the lamp cover and tighten the screw Make sure that the lamp cover is mounted securely otherwise the power will not turn on Match the projection of the right side of the lamp cover with the hole of the unit and replace the lamp cover as it was f the lamp cover is not mounted securely the self diagnostic function works and the TIMER STAND BY indicator flashes for three times See page 85 Continued 15 AL G97 Auog eui Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV 8 Mount the front panel in the order of to as shown in the illustration Consult your Sony dealer f
50. hrough the features toe Select Press to select a feature That feature s options appear Use the joystick to scroll through the options Press Q to select the desired option A W Press MENU to exit the menu screen The Channel menu includes the following options Option Description Favorite Channel Auto Select if you want Favorite Channel options to be set automatically to the last eight channels selected with the 0 9 buttons Manual Select if you want to input your own selections as Favorite Channel options 1 Press to select a favorite channel number 2 Use the joystick to scroll through the channels until you find the channel you want to add to your favorites 3 Press to select it Cable ON Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable OFF Select if you are using an antenna You should run Auto Program after changing the Cable setting Using the Menus Option Description Channel Fix 2 6 Fix your LCD projection TV s channel Useful when you setting to 3 or 4 and use the cable box VCR or have a cable box satellite receiver to change channels Select one or satellite of these settings if you have connected the receiver connected device to the VHF UHF jack AUX 2 6 Same as 2 6 except you select one of these settings if you have connected the device to the AUX jack see page 24 VIDEO 1 Use when connecting a cable box TV output p should be connected through the ca
51. ied by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Important Safeguards For your protection please read these instructions completely and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe and comply with all warnings cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual WARNING To guard against injury the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation use and servicing of the set Use Power Sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial model plate If you are not sure d of the type of electrical power supplied to your ho
52. ion TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected 6 FREEZE Freezes the window picture Press again to restore the picture 7 C8 INDEX Press to enter the Scrolling Channel Index mode You can view and select from all receivable channels scrolling on the screen without leaving the current one 8 The joystick allows for movement of the on screen cursor Pressing down on the center of the joystick selects the item 9 VOL Adjusts the volume 10 PIC MODE Press repeatedly to step through the available video picture modes Vivid Standard Movie and Mild Also available in the Video menu For details see Selecting Video Options on page 58 Continued 43 Using the Features RM Y910 44 MUTING sLEEP LY Y 5 Button 11 FAVORITES RESET POWER buttons GREEN FUNCTION buttons 15 TV VIDEO 16 0 9 and ENTER GUIDE 18 MENU 19 CH 20 CINEMOTION 21 WIDE MODE Description Displays the Favorite Channels list For details see Using Favorite Channels on page 49 Press when in a menu to reset the settings to the factory defaults Turn on and off the LCD projection TV and other audio video equipment you have programmed into the remote control For instructions see Programming the Remote Control on page 77 Select the equipment TV SAT CABLE that you want
53. ions 66 To select the Timer menu 1 Press MENU 2 Move the joystick to the Timer icon and press Daylight Saving To set the Current Time 1 Use the joystick to select THUUEXIITIHO Tu Current Time then press 2 If it is currently Daylight Saving Time be sure to set the mode to ON first 3 Use the joystick to enter the correct time then press 4 Press MENU to exit the menu screen To set the Timer Before setting the timer be sure to set your LCD projection TV s clock to the current time and Daylight Saving Mode 1 Move the joystick to Timer 1 or Timer 2 then press 2 Use the joystick to enter your day time and channel preferences then press to select each one 3 Press MENU to exit the menu screen To reset the Clock or Timers Q Press RESET on the remote control after selecting that option in the Timer menu The Timer menu includes the following options Option Description Timer 1 Program Select to set the Timer by day time duration Timer 2 and channel OFF Select to turn off the Timer Your previous settings will be saved Current Time Set the current time Daylight Saving ON Select in the Spring to adjust the time during Daylight Saving Time OFF Select in the Fall to adjust the time at the end of Daylight Saving Time Using the Menus sama Using the Setup Menu Selecting Setup Options To select the Setup Menu Press MENU Move th
54. l Index Scrolling Channel Index allows you to view and select from all receivable channels scrolling on the screen without leaving the current channel Scrolling Channel Index will not function when Parental Lock is activated To use the Scrolling Channel Index function 1 Press B The current channel will be reduced in size and displayed on the left in normal motion picture format The first channel is briefly displayed on the bottom right side of the screen then frozen It scrolls up and the next channel appears on the bottom right and the process is repeated with the other channels 2 Move the joystick up and down so that the channel you wish to view is displayed in the cyan frame and press Q To return to scrolling move the joystick up and down again To change the direction of scrolling move the joystick up or down once To increase scrolling speed hold the joystick up or down 54 Using the Features 3 To enlarge the selected channel into the left frame press again The selected channel will be displayed in normal motion picture and the sound also switches to this channel 4 Press B The selected channel will be enlarged for normal viewing To cancel Scrolling Channel Index Press B again to resume normal viewing 55 sainjeay aui Buisn i Using the Features Using Wide Screen Mode Wide Screen Mode lets you watch 4 3 normal broadcasts in several Wide Screen Modes 16 9 aspect ratio
55. l prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power line surges 6 Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions CQ When the power cord or e plug is damaged or frayed sD Ifliquid has been spilled into CINES the set E Ifthe set has been exposed to rain or water Ifthe set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged CRACKED PLUG If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions UN Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation CQ When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance it indicates a need for service Servicing Do not attempt to service the set by yourself 2A since opening the cabinet may expose you to E dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all Yo 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
56. le Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV Indicators Projection lamp Screen Indicators The indicators show the current status of your LCD projection TV If the LAMP indicator flashes see What Flashing of the Indicators on the Front of the Monitor Means on page 85 Screen To minimize screen reflection its surface has a special coating Read the instructions Use of the Cleaning Cloth on page 12 carefully before cleaning Inappropriate cleaning methods could damage the finishing Projection lamp Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source Note the following After turning on your LCD projection TV it may take a while before the normal screen appears 1 minute or less Q When the projection lamp wears out the screen image becomes dark Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL 2000U replacement lamp not supplied Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely otherwise your LCD projection TV will not turn on For details on lamp replacement see Replacing the Lamp on page 13 The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your LCD projection TV is in use To avoid eye discomfort or injury do not look into the housing when the power is on 11 AL uomnooefojg G97 Kuos ay i Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Notes on the LCD Projection TV Use of the Clea
57. lied Cleaning Cloth lightly moistened with water diluted mild detergent solution The supplied Cleaning Cloth is washable with warm water and a mild detergent solution and can be used repeatedly Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp has a limited life If the screen becomes dark the color looks unusual or the LAMP indicator on the front of the LCD projection TV flashes it is time to replace the lamp with a new one not supplied WARNING Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature resulting in injury or death Be sure to follow the instructions below Usea Sony XL 2000U replacement lamp not supplied for replacement Failure to do so may damage the LCD projection TV Donotremove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement Failure to do so may cause fire or a skin burn QO Before replacing the lamp turn the power off on the main unit then several minutes later unplug the power cord The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off Q Before replacing the lamp let it cool down completely as the surface of the lamp remains extremely hot for at least 30 minutes after the power has been turned off Q Donotleave the removed lamp near flammable materials or within the reach of children QO Do not pour water onto the removed lamp or put any object inside the lamp Doing so may cause the lamp to burst
58. ll not function when Parental Lock is activated To select the rating 1 Press MENU 2 Move the joystick to the Setup icon and press snuayy aui buisp Password Caption Vision Mi Language Image Revision Move Select SiS Video Audio Channei Wide Timer 5 e ca Password Move Select 4 Use the 0 9 buttons on the remote control to enter your four digit password 5 Confirm your password by entering it again Your password is stored and the Parent menu options appear You need the password entered here for any future access into the Parent menu If you lose your password see Lost password on page 83 If you want to change the password see page 71 6 Make sure that Country is selected and press Q Parental Control Change Password Move t gt Select Q Continued 69 Using the Menus 7 Move the joystick up or down to select U S A or Canada according to the country you reside in and press Parental Control Parental Lock Change Password Move t gt Select Q 8 Move the joystick down to select Parental Lock and press Parental Control Country Change Password Child Youth Y Adult Custom Move t Select Q End 9 Move the joystick up or down to select a desired rating and press If you select Child Youth Young Adult or Custom the Parental Control is activated au
59. mat signal is received it is converted into a 480p format signal To view a digital TV program 1 Connect the DTV receiver to HD DVD IN 5 or 6 on the LCD projection TV for details see page 38 Press TV VIDEO to select HD DVD IN 5 or 6 3 Select a digital channel on the DTV receiver For details see the Operating Manual of the DTV receiver Adjust the volume of the LCD projection TV as necessary Using the Features Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channel feature lets you select programs from a list of favorite channels that you preset To display a list of your favorite channels Your Favorite Channel options can be set automatically or manually The factory setting for Favorite Channel is Auto When Favorite Channel is set to Auto the last eight channels selected with 0 9 buttons will be set as Favorite Channel options If you want to input your own selections as Favorite Channel settings see Favorite Channel on page 62 1 Press FAVORITES The Favorite Channel options appear Preview window 2 Move the joystick up or down to highlight the channel you want to watch The program of that channel appears in the preview window Press to select 49 sainjeay aui Buisn i Using the Features Using Twin View Twin View enables you to watch two programs at the same time You can also change the size of both the left and right pictures Activating Twin To display twin pictures Pictures 1 Make
60. me consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in Alternate Warning for the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the 5 57 D 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 being used When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution agains
61. mono programs OFF Normal stereo or mono reception 60 Using the Menus Option Description MTS Stereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a program Enjoy stereo broadcast in stereo bilingualand Auto SAP Select to automatically switch the LCD projection mono TV to second audio programs when a signal is programs received If no SAP signal is present the LCD projection TV remains in Stereo mode Mono Select for mono reception Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts Speaker ON Select to turn on the LCD projection TV speakers OFF Select to turn off the LCD projection TV speakers and listen to the LCD projection TV s sound only through your external audio system speakers Audio Out Variable The LCD projection TV s speakers are turned off Easy control but the volume output from your audio system can of volume still be controlled by the LCD projection TV s adjustments remote control Fixed The LCD projection TV s speakers are turned off and the volume bass and treble output of the LCD projection TV is fixed Use your audio receiver s volume control to adjust the volume through your audio system 61 snuayy aui Buisf Using the Menus Using the Channel Menu Selecting Channel Options 62 To select the Channel Menu 1 Press MENU 2 Move the joystick to the GSC able d Channel icon and press F Channel fix Auto Program Channel Skip Add Channel Label Use the joystick to scroll t
62. n or if the room temperature changes suddenly the picture may be blurred or show poor color In this case please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before turning on the LCD Projection TV To obtain the best picture do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight It is recommended to use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the screen with opaque drapery It is desirable to install the LCD Projection TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark TruSurround and the amp symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential unpublished works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved CineMotion is trademark of Sony BBE and BBE Symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound Inc and are licensed by BBE Sound Inc under U S Patent No 4 638 258 and 4 482 866 ATTENTION Pour pr venir les chocs lectriques ne pas utiliser cette fiche polaris e avec un prolongateur une prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant sauf si les lames
63. nd perform the Auto Program function see page 63 Cable Box Cable Box and Cable Connections This is the preferred basic cable TV hookup to use if Your cable TV company scrambles some channels but not all of them pay channels vs regular cable channels and you need to use a cable box and You want to enjoy the Twin View feature With this setup you can Q Use the LCD projection TV remote control to change channels using your cable box when the signal is scrambled Q Use the LCD projection TV remote control to change channels using your LCD projection TV when the signal is not scrambled Your LCD projection TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box Use the Twin View feature When all channels are routed through your cable box only one channel is sent to the LCD projection TV so you can not use the Twin View or Channel Index features for your cable box 1 Connect the Cable TV cable to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack 2 Using a coaxial cable connect the LCD projection TV s TO CONVERTER jack to the cable box s IN jack The LCD projection TV s internal converter allows you to switch between unscrambled signals coming straight into the LCD projection TV and scrambled signals coming in through the cable box eliminating the need for an external splitter 26 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV 3 Using a coaxial cable connect the cable box s OUT jack to the LCD proj
64. ning Cloth 12 To enjoy clear pictures Q Be sure not to allow sunlight or light from a lamp to shine directly onto the screen The screen surface is easily scratched Do not rub touch or tap it with a sharp or abrasive object see Use of the Cleaning Cloth below On moisture condensation Ifyour LCD projection TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm location is placed in a humid room or if the room temperature changes suddenly the picture may be blurred or show poor color This is because moisture has condensed on the lenses inside If this happens leave the power on and let the moisture evaporate before using your LCD projection TV When the LCD projection TV will not be used for a long period of time Q Turn off the main power of your LCD projection TV before going to sleep or going out When turning off the power Be sure to turn off the power switch on the main unit or on the remote control After turning off the power the fan will continue to blow for about two minutes Be sure to wait for several minutes after turning the power off when unplugging from the outlet or switching the breaker off To remove dust from the front of the screen wipe with the supplied Cleaning Cloth Do not use any type of abrasive pad alkaline cleaner scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene Otherwise this type of contact may result in a damaged screen To clean the screen please use the supp
65. ntrast adjusting 58 Picture size adjusting in Twin View 52 POWER button 45 POWER buttons GREEN 44 Presetting channels 42 Problems troubleshooting 82 85 R Ratings setting 69 71 viewing blocked programs 71 Rear panel controls and connections 23 24 Remote control buttons inside panel 45 Function of buttons 46 inserting batteries 17 programming 77 79 Remote control operating other components with Cable box 81 DVD player 80 Satellite receiver 81 VCR 80 Removing channels from the channel list 63 RESET button 44 Resetting Audio options 60 Timer options 66 Video options 58 UONEULIOJU J9ulo i S S Video cable 21 SAT CABLE function button 44 SAT CABLE power button 44 Satellite receiver connecting 33 using with TV remote control 81 Setting up channels 42 Setup menu 57 67 Sharpness adjusting 58 SLEEP button 43 Sleep using 46 Specifications 86 87 Steady Sound adjusting 60 Surround sound 60 SYSTEM OFF button 45 T Time set current 66 set daylight saving 66 Timer menu 57 66 Ti tti imer setting 66 Continued 89 Treble adjusting 60 Troubleshooting 82 85 TV function button 44 TV power button 44 TV VIDEO button 44 Twin View activating a picture 50 described 9 using 50 V VCR using with TV remote control 80 with cable box connecting 30 with cable connecting 29 with satellite receiver connecting 34 Video inputs labeling 68 Video menu 57 58 Video Modes selecting 58 Viewing
66. onnecting Audio receiver 35 AV receiver 40 Cable box 26 28 30 31 Cable or antenna 25 Camcorder 39 Digital TV Receiver 38 DVD player 36 37 Satellite receiver 33 34 VCR 30 32 34 Connector Types 21 Contents of box 17 CONTROL S 41 D Daylight saving 66 Digital Reality Creation 59 Digital TV connecting 38 watching 48 Digital TV program 48 Digital TV receiver connecting 38 DISPLAY button 43 Display turning off 43 DRC Digital Reality Creation Mode described 9 DVD MENU button 45 DVD player using with TV remote control 80 with A V connectors connecting 37 with component video connectors connecting 36 E Enlarging pictures in Twin View 52 Extended Data Service 67 F Favorite Channel auto 62 described 9 manual 62 setting up 62 using 49 FAVORITES button 44 Features 9 FREEZE button 43 Freeze using 46 53 Front Panel Controls 22 FUNCTION buttons WHITE 44 H Hookups 25 Hue adjusting 58 Image Revision 68 Inputs labeling 68 Installation of the projection TV 25 41 J JUMP button 43 Jump using 46 L Label channels 63 video inputs 68 Lamp replacing 13 16 M MENU button 44 MENU button inside panel 45 Menus Audio 57 60 Channel 57 62 Setup 57 67 Timer 57 66 Video 57 58 Wide 57 64 MODE Mild 47 Movie 47 Standard 47 Vivid 47 MTS SAP button 45 MTS SAP using 47 Muting using 46 P Parental control described 9 Password changing 71 PIC MODE button 43 Picture co
67. or a Sony XL 2000U replacement lamp Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in unplugging the connecting cords If you handle them roughly the LCD projection TV may fall or be moved and the TV stand or floor surfaces may be scratched 16 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Contents The box contains your new LCD projection TV a remote control and two AA batteries No peripheral cables are included If you intend to add additional equipment to your LCD projection TV please check the hookup instructions for your desired setup before you begin You may need to purchase cables and or splitters to complete the hookup properly Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries supplied by matching the and on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment Bi 17 AL eui pue Huljjejsuy f Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Carrying Your LCD Projection TV 18 Carrying the LCD projection TV requires at least two people Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the LCD projection TV otherwise these parts might break off When moving the LCD projection TV support the screen bottom with one hand while grasping the top part with the other hand as shown in the illustration below Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the LCD
68. pect ratio that fills the wide screen Wide Mode is unavailable while in Twin View page 50 Freeze page 53 or Channel Index page 54 mode 64 4 3 Default Select the default Screen Mode to use for 4 3 sources Vertical Center Using the Menus Description Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen keeping the original image as much as possible Normal Select to return the 4 3 picture to normal mode Full Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally only to fill the wide screen Zoom Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally The 4 3 Default functions only when the LCD projection TV receives 480i signals If 4 3 Default is set to anything but Off the Screen Mode setting changes only for the current channel When you change channels or inputs Screen Mode is automatically replaced with the 4 3 Default setting To retain the current Screen Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed set 4 3 Default to Off and vertically to an equal aspect ratio that fills the wide screen S Off Select to continue using the current Screen E Mode setting when the channel or input is gt changed 2 o Allows you to move the position of the picture up and down in the window Available only in Wide Zoom and Zoom modes Move the joystick up or down to choose a position and press 65 Using the Menus Using the Timer Menu Selecting Timer Opt
69. r VHF UHF antenna or cable Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other S VIDEO equipped video component Provides better picture quality than the VHF UHF jacks or the Video IN jack Connects to the audio and video OUT jacks on your VCR or other video component fourth video input VIDEO 2 is located on the side panel of the LCD projection TV Connects to your DVD player s or Digital Set top box s component video Y PB PR and audio L R jacks Connects to an AV receiver for greater control of all audio and video equipment see page 40 For detailed information about connection refer to the operating manual supplied with the AV receiver Connects to the left and right audio inputs of your audio or video component To control other Sony equipment with the LCD projection TV s remote control connect the CONTROL S IN jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the LCD projection TV with the CONTROL S cable To control the LCD projection TV with a remote control for another Sony product connect the CONTROL S OUT jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S IN jack on the LCD projection TV with the CONTROL S cable Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Basic Connections Connecting Cable TV or Antenna Connecting Directly to Cable or an Antenna The connection you choose depends on the cable found in your home Newer homes are equipped with standard coaxial cable see EV older homes probably hav
70. r remote control be sure to use the main set of buttons p LCD projection TV front panel 1 POWER C LAMP STEREO TIMER STAND BY 09 MENU amp TVNIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL 3 You can run Auto Program by selecting it in the Channel menu as described on page 63 Using the Features Using the Remote Control The following table describes the buttons on the remote control that are for more advanced functions c o a Button Descriptions Outside Panel Button Description D 1 MUTING Press to mute the sound Press again or press VOL to MUTING 6 e restore the sound g 2 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the LCD projection TV displays the Se time in minutes 15 30 45 60 or 90 that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off automatically To cancel Sleep timer press SLEEP repeatedly until SLEEP OFF appears Pressing down POWER also cancels the Sleep timer and turns off 9 the power While the Sleep feature is set press once to view the remaining time 3 ANT Changes between the VHF UHF input and the AUX input 4 DISPLAY Press once to display the current time and channel label if set and channel number Press again to turn Display off See page 66 for details on setting the time 5 JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels The LCD project
71. re or the window picture You may be running all your channels through a cable box The cable box will only unscramble one signal at a time so you cannot use the Twin View feature If possible run a direct cable to your LCD projection TV s VHF UHF input this will only work if your cable system provides an unscrambled signal Be sure the video label has not been set to skip your video inputs See the Setup menu on page 68 Verify that Favorite Channel is set to Manual in the Channel menu see Favorite Channel on page 62 Ensure that Video Label is not set to Skip see Video Label on page 68 Other Information What Flashing of the Indicators on the Front of the Monitor Means o LAMP STEREO TIMER STAND BY uoieunoju 42YIO The TIMER STAND BY red and or LAMP red indicators indicate the conditions of the LCD projection TV and warnings by lighting or flashing as follows The TIMER STAND BY indicator flashes The lamp for the light source is ready to turn on The TIMER STAND BY indicator flashes three times The lamp cover is not attached securely When you correct TIMER STAND BY indicator goes out and the LCD projection TV enters the standby mode see page 13 The LAMP indicator flashes Q The lamp for the light source burns out Replace it with new one see page 13 If the LCD projection TV is not recovered after co
72. re using another device to control channels be sure the function button for that device has been pressed or the slide switch is set correctly For example if you are using your cable to control channels be sure to press SAT CABLE Be sure the Video Label feature has not been set to Skip see page 68 You have selected a text option in the Setup menu and no text is available see page 67 to reset Setup selections To turn this feature off select OFF in the Caption Vision option If you were trying to get closed captioning select CC1 instead of Text 1 4 Continued 83 Other Information Problem There is no twin picture or it is just static You get the same program in the window picture as in the main picture You cannot get anything but TV channels in your second picture Favorite Channel does not display your choices Some video sources do not appear when you press TV VIDEO 84 Possible Remedies d Be sure your twin picture is set to a video source channel that has program airing You may be tuned to a video input with nothing connected to it Try cycling through your video inputs using TV VIDEO Twin View is not set to receive a signal from the AUX input If you have connected a VCR DVD player or satellite receiver to the AUX input on the LCD projection TV it will not show in the second picture Both may be set to the same channel Try changing channels in either the main pictu
73. rograms sports news public service announcements religious programs and weather The content ratings will increase depending on the level of the age based rating For example a program with a TV PG V Violence rating may contain moderate violence while a TV 14 V Violence rating may contain more intense violence Continued 75 Using the Menus 76 Canadian custom rating options If you selected Canada as the country of residence on page 70 the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options If you selected U S A see page 75 Option Description English Rating All children C8 Children 8 years and older G General programming PG Parental Guidance 14 Viewers 14 and older 18 Adult programming French Rating G General programming 8 ans Not recommended for young children 13 ans Not recommended for ages under 13 16 ans Not recommended for ages under 16 18 ans Programming restricted to adults USA Rating See TV Rating on page 75 for details Other Information Programming the Remote Control MUTING SLEEP sAT CABLE 5698 The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment Sony Switch Position Programmable Equipment on Remote Control Code Number Beta ED Beta VCRs AVI 303 8 mm VCR AV2 302 VHS VCR AV3 301 DVD Player DVD 751 If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the LCD projection TV s
74. rrecting the problems contact with qualified Sony personnel 85 Other Information Specifications Projection System LCD Panel Projection Lens Antenna Lamp Television System Screen Size measured diagonally Channel Coverage VHF UHF CATV Power Requirements Number of Inputs Outputs Video IN S Video IN Audio IN AUDIO VAR FIX TV Out CONTROL S IN OUT Component Video Input Inputs Converter Speaker Output Dimensions W x H x D Mass Power Consumption In Use In Standby 86 3 LCD Panels 1 lens projection system 1 35 inch TFT LCD panel Approx 3 15 million dots 1 049 088 pixels High Performance large diameter hybrid lens F2 4 75 ohm external terminal for VHF UHF UHP lamp 100W XL 2000U NTSC American TV Standard 60 inches 2 13 14 69 1 125 120V 60 Hz 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative 3 Y 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative C 0 286 Vp p Burst signal 75 ohms 6 500 mVrms 100 modulation Impedance 47 kiloohms 1 500 mVrms at the maximum volume setting Variable 500 mVrms Fixed Impedance output 2 kiloohms 1 Video 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced Sync negative Audio 500 mVrms 100 modulation Impedance output 1 kiloohms 1 minijacks 2 Y Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative Pp 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Pg 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms 2 1 15 W x2 1 618 x 1 103 x 542 mm 63 3 4 x 43 1 2 x 21 3 8 inches 63 kg 138 Ib 14 oz 220
75. rs This LCD projection TV is not compatible with digital TV receivers configured with RGB or VGA output connectors 38 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Camcorder VIDEO 2 IN oO az For easy connection of the camcorder the LCD projection TV has side Audio and Video inputs shown below However if you prefer you can also connect the camcorder to the LCD projection TV s rear Audio and Video IN jacks Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables connect the camcorder s Audio and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks f you have a mono camcorder connect its left audio output to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO L MONO jack f your camcorder is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable S VIDEO ge n VIDEO yellow YC 15V 30V not supplied Quen m VMC 810S 820S not supplied AUDIO L white AUDIO R red A V output 39 AL G97 eui Buieuuo pue Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting an AV Receiver For greater control of all audio and video equipment connect an AV receiver Change Video Label for the VIDEO 1 input to Receiver see page 68 Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Connect the coaxial cable from the incoming cable connection or antenna to IN on t
76. s Movie Ratings Unrated Move f gt Select Q 6 The TV Rating setting menu appears Move t4 gt e Select Q 7 Move the joystick up or down to select the rating to be blocked and press The indicator automatically appears beside the selected rating and all higher ratings indicating that the programs that match the ratings will be blocked Move t4 Select To unblock a rating select it by moving the joystick up or down then press The indicator changes into and all lower ratings unblocked Some TV ratings have additional content ratings called extenders The extenders are defined as follows D sexually suggestive Dialog FV Fantasy Violence L Coarse Language S Sexual situations and V Violence By setting the extenders you can define additional viewing limits All of the extenders included in the selected ratings will be blocked If you wish to allow any of them to be viewed go to step 8 Continued 73 snuayy aui buisp Using the Menus 74 9 Move the joystick left or right to select the extender to be viewed and press Move 449 Select ce 99 appears beside the selected extender indicating that the programs that match the extender can be viewed If you press again is displayed to show that the programs that match the extender will be blocked again Repeat step 8 for other extenders All programs that m
77. s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF VHF transmitted by cable companies or satellite 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 C Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Q Connect the equipment into an outlet
78. t the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard If a snapping or popping sound from a 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 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the set Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Cleaning Clean the cabinet of the LCD Projection TV with a dry soft cloth To remove dust from the screen wipe it gently with a soft g cloth Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly dampened with solution of mild soap and warm water Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine for cleaning If the picture becomes dark after using the LCD Projection TV for a long period of time it may be necessary to clean the inside of the LCD Projection TV Consult qualified service personnel Installation Water and Moisture Do not use power line operated sets near water for example near a K bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or leg laundry tub in a wet basement or near swimming pool etc Accessories Do not place the set on an uns
79. table cart stand table or shelf The set may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of LCD Projection TV An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the set and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface 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 el
80. the cable box eliminating the need for an external splitter Using a coaxial cable connect the cable box s OUT jack to the VCR s IN jack Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Using a coaxial cable connect the VCR s OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s AUX jack To view scrambled channels set your LCD projection TV to AUX 3 or 4 depending on your cable box output Change channels using your cable box Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV VMC 810S 820S not supplied VIDEO yellow AUDIO L white AUDIO R red YC 15V 30V not supplied S VIDEO Tho sve OUT a o 60 vc Coaxial cable VIDEO yellow AUDIO L white AUDIO R red Cable box S VIDEO 2 9 TO CONVERTER Coaxial cable 1 Rear of LCD projection TV f your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable You will not be able to change channels on the VCR Set your LCD projection TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4 depending on your cable box channel output Pressing ANT on the remote control switches between the channels coming in through the cable box scrambled and those coming directly to the LCD projection TV unscramble
81. to operate The indicator lights up momentarily when pushed to show which device the remote control is operating Cycles through the video equipment connected to your LCD projection TV s video inputs TV VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 and VIDEO 6 Press 0 9 to select a channel the channel changes after 2 seconds Press ENTER to select immediately Turns on off Twin View For details see Using Twin View on page 50 Displays the program guide of your satellite Press to display the LCD projection TV on screen menu Press again to exit from the menu Scan through channels To scan rapidly through the channels press and hold down CH or CH Press to turn on and off the CineMotion mode For details see Using the Video Menv on page 58 Press to step through the wide screen modes Wide Zoom Normal Full and Zoom For details see Using Wide Screen Mode on page 56 2 INDEX GUIDE WIDE MODE Inside Panel N a l IN SONY iSi k E 3 fs el Button SYSTEM OFF DVD MENU MTS SAP CODE SET POWER MENU t 4 e gt and ENTER AVI 2 Dvo Using the Features Description Press to turn off the LCD projection TV and all equipment connected with S Link Play Rewind Record Stop Displays
82. tomatically Parental Control Country Change Password Custom Move tae Select 69 If you want to select the ratings from Custom see Using Custom Rating Options on page 72 10 MENU to exit the menu screen 70 If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system you should select Child Youth or Young Adult to help simplify the rating selection To set more restrictive ratings select Custom For descriptions of Child Youth and Young Adult ratings see pages 75 and 76 Viewing Blocked Programs Using the Menus The Parent menu includes the following options Option Description Parental Lock OFF Turn ratings on off and select a Child Parental lock is off No programs are blocked from viewing Maximum ratings permitted are rating system US TV Y TV G G 1 Canada TV Y C G Youth Maximum ratings permitted are US TV PG PG 2 Canada TV PG PG 8 ans Young Adult Maximum ratings permitted are T US TV 14 PG 13 a Canada TV 14 14 13 ans Custom Select to set ratings manually US See page 75 for details 2 Canada See page 76 for details LZ Change Password For changing your password see below To deactivate the Parental Control feature Set Parental Lock to OFF when in the Parent menu To change the password 1 Select Change Password option when in the Parent menu using the joystick and press 2
83. ur LCD projection TV instead of having to point it at the other equipment which might be hidden or out of direct line of sight CONTROLS Rear of LCD projection TV IN IL iL in em P Lo OHOH 5 OW n 07O TOOT AUDIO AubO 00007077007 3 4 5 6 v AUDK VIDEO IN vod DID VD IM dur AUD 41 AL uormoefo4g eui pue i Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Setting Up the LCD projection TV Automatically Using Auto Setup 42 After you finish connecting your LCD projection TV you can run Auto Setup to set up your channels The Auto Setup screen appears when you turn your LCD projection TV on for the first time after installing it If you do not want to set up the channels at this time you can do it later by using the Auto Program feature in the Channel menu see page 63 The Auto Setup feature does not apply for installations that use a cable box for all channel selection 1 Press POWER on the front panel of your LCD projection TV or on the remote control to turn on the LCD projection TV 2 Press the TV FUNCTION button on your remote control Red light will briefly appear 3 Press CH on your LCD projection TV to run Auto Setup or press CH to exit If you use the channel buttons on you
84. y LCD Projection TV This manual is for model KF 60DX 100 Features Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new LCD projection TV include HD Monitor Enables you to receive the 10801 720p 480p and 4801 digital TV format signals By using the HD DVD IN jacks you can connect a DTV digital television receiver to view DTV programs DRC Unlike conventional line doublers the DRC Digital Reality Creation feature converts frames reproduced every 1 60th of a second in real time minimizing the blur or ghost of the motion images for NTSC signals only CineMotion Using the reverse 3 2 pull down technology the CineMotion feature allows you to obtain a smooth picture movement when playing back movies or other video sources on film Twin View Using Multi Image Driver MID X Twin View allows you to watch two programs side by side with the ability to zoom in on one picture and listen to the program in the selected window You can watch pictures from two different sources 10801 720p 480p or 480i simultaneously Parental Control V Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming for younger viewers Component Video Inputs Offers the best video quality for DVD 480p 480i and Digital Set top box 1080i 720p 480p 480i connections S VIDEO Inputs Provides a high quality image for connected equipment Favorite Channel Preview Preview up to eight favorite channels without leavin

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