Home

Sony KV 34HS420 - Manuals, Specs & Warranty

1. VCRs RCA 304 305 308 Sony 751 PROSCAN 309 311 312 General Electric 755 Sony 301 302 303 313 310 329 Hitachi 758 Admiral 327 Realistic 309 330 328 Jvc 756 M Ward 335 324 338 Magnavox 757 Aiwa 338 344 Sansui 314 Mitsubishi 761 Audio Dynamic 314 337 Samsung 322 313 321 Oritron 759 Broksonic 319 317 Sanyo 330 335 Panasonic 753 Canon 309 308 Scott 312 313 321 Philips 757 Citizen 332 335 323 324 Pioneer 752 Craig 302 332 325 326 RCA Proscan 755 Criterion 315 Sharp 327 328 Samsung 758 Curtis Mathes 304 338 309 Signature 2000 338 327 Toshiba 754 Daewoo 341 312 309 M Ward Zenith 760 DBX 314 336 337 SN 2000 So Dimensia 304 Sylvania TE 309 338 Cable Boxes HH 02 o o 5 317 318 341 EEPROM Son 230 Fisher 330 335 Tashiro 332 2 a Tatung 314 336 337 Hamlin Regal 222 223 224 pa Bee a Teac 314 336 338 2257226 g General Electric 329 304 309 337 d X Jerrold G L 201 202 203 Go Video 322 339 340 A 309 308 Motorola 204 205 206 Goldstar 332 n S 207 208 218 vw Hitachi 306 304 305 Toshiba 312 311 Oak 997 228 229 ec NS aaa Wards 327 328 335 D anke 331 332 anasonic 219 220 221 Instant Replay 309 308 Yamaha 31 ET 330 336 Pioneer 211 214 215 JC Penney 309 305 304 3a Scientific Atlanta 209 210 211 330 314 336 Zenith 331 Tocom 216 217 337 Zenith 212 213 Jvc 314 336 337 345 346 347 Laserdisc Players i FEER 314 336 332 Satellite Receivers 33
2. Option Description 4 3 Default Select the default Screen Mode to use for 4 3 sources Normal Vertical Center Vertical Size Wide Zoom Full Zoom Off Select to enlarge the 4 3 size picture while the upper and lower parts of the picture are condensed to fit the wide screen Select to return the 4 3 picture to normal mode Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally only to fill the wide screen Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture horizontally and vertically to an equal aspect ratio that fills the wide screen Select to continue using the current Screen Mode setting when the channel or input is changed Allows you to move the position of the picture up and down in the window Available only in Wide Zoom and Zoom modes Press or and press to choose a correction between 15 and 15 Zoom mode and 5 and 5 Wide Zoom mode Allows you to adjust the vertical size of the picture Available only in Wide Zoom and Zoom modes Press or and press to choose a correction between 7 and 7 51 Using the Channel Menu To access the Channel Menu follow these steps ahliqht Sa Favorite Channel 1 ey 2 Highlight a 3 Select Cate on me aAa annel Fix ft NI Auto Program Channel Skip Add Channel Label To change settings press Press to confirm the selection To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Channel The Channel Menu includes the following op
3. For US models the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options For Canadian models see page 56 Option Description Movie Rating G All children and General Audience PG Parental Guidance suggested PG 13 Parental Guidance for children under 13 R Restricted viewing parental guidance is suggested for children under 17 NC 17 No one 17 or under allowed and X TV Rating Age Based Ratings Block programs TV Y All children by their rating TV Y7 Directed to children age 7 and older content or both TV G General Audience TV PG Parental Guidance suggested TV 14 Parents Strongly cautioned TV MA Mature Audience only Content Based Ratings FV Fantasy Violence D Suggestive Dialogue L Strong Language 5 Sexual situations y Violence Unrated Block Blocks all programs and movies that are Block programs broadcast without a rating or movies that Allow Allows programs and movies that are are broadcast broadcast without a rating without a rating You can view blocked programs by entering the password Press the ENTER button when tuned to a blocked program then enter the password This temporarily switches off the Parental Lock To reactivate the Parental Lock settings turn off the TV When the TV is turned on again your Parental Lock settings are reactivated 55 Canadian Models Selecting Custom Rating Options Viewing Blocked Programs 56 For Canadian models the Custom Rating Menu inc
4. Language English 16 9 Enhanced Screen Mode Normal To change settings press Press to confirm the selection Caption Vision Off Setup Menu for Info Banner On KV 30 34HS420 2 Video Label To exit the Menu press MENU Tilt Correction Vertical Correction Language English Clock Timers Selecting The Setup Menu includes the following options seep options Caption Vision Allows you to select from three closed caption modes for programs that are broadcast with closed caption CCl eC Displays a printed version of CC3 CCA the dialog or sound effects of a program Should be set to CC1 for most programs Text Text2 Displays network station Text3 Text4 information presented using either half or the whole screen if available For closed captioning set to CC1 Off Turns off Caption Vision Info Banner Displays the program name and the time remaining in the program if the broadcaster offers this service Displays when the channel is changed or the DISPLAY button is pressed Set to On or Off 58 Fa the Skip label is useful for inputs that do not have equipment connected to them Normally Tilt Correction and Vertical Correction only need to be adjusted the first time you turn on the unit and after the unit is moved to a new location To use 16 9 Enhanced with widescreen DVDs set your DVD player to 16 9 aspect ratio Aspect ratio is the ratio of width to height of the screen 16 9
5. Mode stretches the entire 4 3 picture horizontally only to fill the 16 9 screen The picture has an elongated appearance Zoom Mode enlarges the entire 4 3 picture proportionately to fill the 16 9 screen Useful for watching Letterbox movies 0 0 Zoom When you change channels or inputs the Screen Mode settings revert to the 4 3 Default setting in the Screen menu To retain the current Screen Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed set 4 3 Default to Off For details see page 51 40 Models The Screen Mode feature is useful when a 480i signal has been KV 27 32 36HS420 upconverted to a 720p or 1080i signal which results in undesirable Only black bars appearing on all four sides of the picture Using the Screen Mode feature you can enlarge these pictures minimizing the You can also change the Screen size of the black bars Mod nine Sete Mien Q Press SCREEN MODE to toggle between Normal and Zoom modes details see page 60 Example Description Normal displays a 480i signal that has been upconverted to 720p or 1080i with black bars visible at left right top and bottom sides Normal 4 Zoom enlarges the picture minimizing the size of the black bars 41 Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of up to eight favorite channels that you specify Creating a List of Favorite Channels For details on using the Channel
6. RESET on the remote control when in the Video Menu 47 Using the Audio Menu 1 Display menu MENU To access the Audio Menu follow these steps ali 2 Highlight ER 3 Select Treble Bass Bal ance TTY UT Steady Sound Off Effect Simulated MESHES GI Speaker On Audio Out Fixed To change settings press Press to confirm the selection To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Audio Options The Audio Menu includes the following options Option Description Treble Adjust to decrease or increase higher pitched sounds Bass Adjust to decrease or increase lower pitched sounds Balance Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance Steady Sound Auto Select to stabilize the volume Off Select to turn off Steady Sound The Steady Sound option is not available it is grayed out if the Effect option is set to TruSurround Simulated or You can also change the WOW To use Steady Sound set Effect to Off E Effect setting using the Effect TruSurround Select for surround sound for stereo programs button on the remote control only Simulated Adds a surround like effect to mono programs BBE is audio technology that WOW Provides a dramatic presence with a full deep compensates for phase effects in bass sound When WOW is enabled BBE is speakers giving sound more activated to further enhance the audio impact performance Off Normal stereo or mono r
7. UHF 480i 480p 720p 1080i A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the amplitude or frequency of an electronic transmission to convey information Refers to the ratio between the width and height of the screen KV 27 32 36HS420 models have a 4 3 aspect ratio KV 30 34HS420 models have a a 16 9 widescreen aspect ratio 4 3 aspect ratio 16 9 aspect ratio Component video is sent through three cables two color shade chrominance signals and one brightness luminance signal Component video achieves greater color accuracy than composite video or S VIDEO by splitting chrominance into two separate portions Composite video is sent through a single cable Composite video combines the color shade chrominance and brightness luminance information into one video signal A process that demagnetizes the metal components in the TV monitor which eliminates image distortion that can result from magnetic charges acquired by the TV s components Your TV degausses automatically when it is turned on A new technology for transmitting and receiving broadcast television signals DTV provides clearer resolution and improved sound quality over analog television Provides an uncompressed all digital audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus two channel digital audio A unit of the Fede
8. VIDEO IN 1 3 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO S VIDEO provides better picture quality than either VHF UHF 1 or composite video 3 connections VIDEO IN 1 3 4 Connect to the composite A V output jacks on your VCR or other video VIDEO L MONO component A fourth component A V input jack VIDEO 2 is located on the front AUDIO R panel of the TV This video connection provides better picture quality than the VHF UHF 1 connection MONITOR OUT Lets you record the program you are watching to a VCR When two VCRs are connected you can use the TV as a monitor for tape to tape editing not available with 480p 720p or 1080i when the input is set to VIDEO 5 7 AUDIO OUT VAR FIX Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment L MONO R You can use these outputs to listen to your TV s audio through your stereo system CONTROL S Allows the TV to receive IN and send OUT remote control signals to other Sony IN OUT infrared controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function HDMI HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface provides an uncompressed all VIDEO 7 IN digital audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high de
9. Watch the VCR Watch cable channels Set up the TV remote control to operate the VCR Activate the TV remote control to operate the VCR Control VCR functions with the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV Do This Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input VHF UHF in the illustration If you have a non Sony VCR you must program the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on pages 37 38 Press VCR DVD FUNCTION See Operating a VCR on page 43 See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 17 VCR and Cable Box For best results use this connection if Q Your cable company scrambles some channels such as premium channels which requires you to use a cable box but does not scramble all channels With this connection you can Q Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 37 Q Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV s VHF UHF jack The TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box Q Record channels coming through the cable box and channels coming directly into the TV To connect a VCR and cable box you need A splitter whi
10. audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus two channel digital audio Setting Up the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV TV Controls and Connectors 10 11 Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antenna 12 Connecting Optional Equipment VCR and Cable i VCR and Cable Box 18 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 20 Satellite Receiver 21 Satellite Receiver and VCR 22 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 24 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 26 DVI Equipped Device 27 HDMI Equipped Device 28 Camcorder 29 Audio Receiver 30 Using the CONTROL S Feature 31 Setting Up the Channel List 32 About the AC The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with a hook Use Power Cord caution when removing the AC plug from its holder Gently slide the plug upward to remove it from the hook Once removed the AC power plug should automatically disengage from its stored location You can detach the cord from this hook AC power cord 4 Do not plug in the AC power cord until you have made all other connections TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel SVIDEO VIDEO _L MONO AUDIO R Item Description 1 S VIDEO Connec
11. button 35 surround sound 48 SYSTEM OFF button 35 T Tilt Correction 32 tilt correcting 32 59 Timer 57 60 TIMER indicator 10 Timer Menu 45 57 timers setting 57 60 transport buttons 35 treble adjusting 48 troubleshooting 63 65 TruSurround audio effect 48 TruSurround Effect 48 turning on off the TV 10 TV FUNCTION button 35 39 TV POWER button 35 39 TV VIDEO button 35 39 V Variable audio setting 49 VCR using with TV remote control 43 with cable box connecting 18 with cable connecting 16 with satellite receiver connecting 22 Vertical Center adjusting 51 Vertical Correction 32 Vertical Size adjusting 51 VHF UHF jack described 11 VIDEO L R AUDIO jacks described 11 Video Menu 45 Video modes selecting 46 Vivid mode 46 VOL buttons 10 35 39 W Warm Color Temperature 46 Wega described 7 Wide Zoom mode setting 50 widescreen 59 widescreen described 8 WOW audio effect 48 Z Zoom mode setting 50 71
12. ed nies TOU DIOSAOOTING isc ssccvscsnevssuiceccstecevseneisesndzavcutssuduivesducdesiecvensssuvuseeutsractsueuese Remote Control Specifications Optional Accessories Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview This chapter describes the contents of the package in which the TV is shipped and provides an overview of the features of your Wega TV Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega Package Contents Features The FD Trinitron Wega pronounced VAY GAH is characterized by outstanding contrast uncompromising accuracy and corner to corner detail You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare from the flat picture tube This flat screen technology improves picture detail without distortion unlike conventional curved screens The FD Trinitron delivers outstanding image detail not only at the screen center but also at the corners so you can enjoy a bright clear picture from any location in a room Along with your new Trinitron TV the packing box contains a remote control and two AA R6 batteries These items are all you need to set up and use the TV Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include Q DRC Digital Reality Creation Multifunction Unlike conventional line doublers the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal s NTSC waveform with the HD equivalent while doubling the number of vertical an
13. is also referred to as widescreen format Option Description Video Label Tilt Correction Vertical Correction KV 30 34HS420 Only Language 16 9 Enhanced KV 27 32 36HS420 Only Allows you to identify A V equipment you connected to the TV such as a VCR DVD etc For example if you have a DVD player connected to the VIDEO 5 jack you can select the label DVD for the VIDEO 5 input Then when you press the TV VIDEO button to change inputs the Video Label you assigned to that input appears on screen 1 Press or to highlight the video input VIDEO 1 7 to which you want to assign a label Then press to select the input 2 Press or to highlight one of the displayed labels Then press to select the label You can select from the following labels for each input Video 1 2 3 4 VHS DVD Receiver Satellite Cable Box 8mm DTV Game LD Web Beta Skip Video 5 6 7 DVD Satellite Cable Box DTV HD Skip If you select Skip your TV skips this input when you press the TV VIDEO button Allows you to correct any tilt of the picture Press or to choose a correction between 7 and 7 and press Allows you to make a vertical correction to the picture Press or to choose a correction between 5 and 5 and press C Select to display all on screen Menus in your language of choice Provides enhanced picture resolution for widescreen anamorphic sources such as selected DVD titles This
14. precaution against B the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm Lightning may strike while you are holding the cable or cord causing serious injury Turn off your TV and wait for the weather to improve Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the set Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Do not place any objects especially heavy objects on top of the set The object may fall from the set causing injury Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or frequent while the TV is operating unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds particularly when being turned on or off Installation Always use two or more people to lift or move the set The set is heavy and the bottom surface is flat Serious injury can result from trying to move the set by yourself alo
15. the Video enhancements Menu settings Picture Picture Adjust to increase picture contrast and deepen the color or Brightness Color etc for each decrease picture contrast and soften the color Merle Brightness Adjust to brighten or darken the picture Color Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity Hue Adjust to increase or decrease the green tones Sharpness Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture Color Temp Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint White Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint enn Warm Select to give the white colors a red tint NTSC Standard 46 7 You can also change the i DRC Mode setting using the DRC MODE button on the remote control Option Description ClearEdge VM Sharpens picture definition to give every object a sharp clean Velocity edge Select from High Medium Low Off Modulation DRC Mode Creates a high resolution picture with 4x density for high Digital quality sources i e DVD player satellite receiver Reality Interlaced Recommended for moving pictures Creation z NTR Progressive Recommended for still images and text CineMotion Provides an optimized display by automatically detecting film content and applying a reverse 3 2 pulldown process Moving pictures will appear clearer and more natural looking To restore the factory default settings for Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp and ClearEdge VM Q Press
16. the following options Option Description Timer 1 You can use the Timer to program the TV to turn on and Timer 2 off and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times Timer 1 and Timer 2 are not available to be set until you set the Current Time 1 Press or to highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2 To set the timer press 2 Press or to highlight one of the following options then press Program Select to set the Timer by day time duration and channel Off Select to turn off the Timer Your previous settings are saved 3 Press and to set the day s hour minute duration and channel number Press or gt to confirm each setting and move to the next setting Press to go back to the previous setting 4 Press MENU to exit the Menu An LED on the front panel will light indicating the timer has been set m Press and to set the current time day hour and minute Press or press to confirm each setting and move to the next setting Press to go back to the previous setting 2 Press MENU to exit the Menu Current Time To reset the Clock or Timers Q Press RESET on the remote control when in the Timer Menu to reset to the factory defaults 57 Using the Setup Menu To access the Setup Menu follow these steps 1 Display menu 2 HEE 24 Info Banner On B video Label KV 27 32 36HS420 Tilt Correction 0 3 Select Caption Vision Off Setup Menu for MENU
17. your 57 TV and allows you to program your TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers KV 30 34HS420 Only Timer functions are included in the Setup menu Provides several options for setting up your 58 channels labeling your video inputs and selecting the language of the on screen Menus Navigating Through Menus Display the Menu MENU Move through the Menus gt oh Move through the Menu options ay Menus include navigation Select doneth help text that appears at the ee eee bottom of each screen Change an option s settings tte Select confirm changed setting or Exit the Menu MENU 45 Using the Video Menu To access the Video Menu follow these steps 3 Select Mode Vivid Picture pram Brightness CET TI Colo Hue oT 1 Display menu MENU Sharpness _liiiliii IJwmmu000 Color Temp Cool ClearEdge VM High DRC Mode CineMotion To change settings press Press to confirm the selection To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Video The Video Menu includes the following options Options z You can also change the Mode Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and E Mode setting using the Customized sharpness PICTURE MODE button on the picture Standard Select for standard picture settings viewin z remote control 8 Movie Select to display a softer picture Pro Select to display a picture with minimum You can alter
18. 4 102 732 21 1 FD Trinitron EGA KV 27HS420 KV 30HS420 KV 32HS420 KV 34HS420 KV 36HS420 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose the TV to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT CAUTION When using TV games computers and similar products with your TV keep the brightness and contrast functions at low settings If a fixed non moving pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen Continuously watching the same program can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen These types of imprints are not covered by you
19. 7 Sony 701 LXI Sears 332 305 330 Panasonic 704 710 Sony 801 335 338 Pioneer 702 Dish Network 810 Magnavox 308 309 310 Echostar 810 Marantz 314 336 337 DVD VCR Combination Units General Electric 802 Marta 332 ac Es Memorex 309 335 Sony 601 Hughes _ 804 Minolta 305 304 Broksonic 605 be 802 Mitsubishi 323 324 325 JVC 604 Panasonic 803 MGA 326 Panasonic 609 RCA 805808 Multitech 325 338 321 Samsung 603 PROSCAN NEC 314 336 337 Toshiba 602 Toshiba 806 807 Olympic 309 308 Optimus 327 Orion 317 Panasonic 308 309 306 307 Pentax 305 304 Philco 308 309 Philips 308 309 310 Pioneer 308 38 Using the Features Overview Watching TV For a complete list of all the functions of the remote control see pages 33 38 This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV Topic Page Watching TV 39 Using Screen Mode KV 30 34HS420 Only 40 KV 27 32 36HS420 Only 41 Using Favorite Channels 42 Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote 43 Control To Do This Do This Activate the remote control to Press TV FUNCTION operate the TV Turn on off the TV Press TV POWER Tune directly to a channel Press 0 9 and then ENTER or wait 3 seconds or Press CH Adjust the volume Press VOL Mute the sound Press MUTING press again to unmute Alternate back and forth Press JUMP between two channels The TV alternates between the current channel and the last channe
20. G Press to mute the sound Press again or press VOL to restore the sound SYSTEM OFF Press to turn off all Sony brand audio video equipment at once May not function with older Sony equipment Does not function with DVD VCR combination unit TV VCR DVD Press to change the VHF UHF output of the VCR or DVD VCR combination unit Transport lt lt Rewind Buttons Play Record press together with B E Stop PP Fast forward il Pause MTS Press repeatedly to cycle through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options Stereo Auto SAP Second Audio Program and Mono Also available in the Audio Menu For details see Using the Audio Menu on page 48 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes 15 30 45 60 or 90 that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically To cancel press until Sleep Off appears While the Sleep feature is set press once to display the remaining time PICTURE MODE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available video picture modes Vivid Standard Movie Pro Also available in the Video Menu For details see Selecting Video Options on pages 46 47 DRC MODE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available Digital Reality Creation modes Interlaced Progressive CineMotion Also available in the Video Menu For details see Selecting Video Options on pages 46 47 JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels The TV alternates between the current channel a
21. Menu see page 52 Displaying a List of Favorite Channels 42 Press MENU to display the Menu Press or to highlight the Channel icon and press C Press to select Favorite Channels Press or to highlight a Favorite Channel number 1 8 and press Press or to highlight a channel you want to assign to the Favorite Channel number Press to select that channel as a Favorite Channel To add more channels to your favorites list repeat steps 4 6 To clear a Favorite Channel press or to highlight the channel you want to clear Press and then press RESET Press MENU to exit the Menu During normal viewing with no menus on screen press C The Favorite Channels list appears Press or to highlight the channel you want to watch Press to select the channel you want to watch Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control All Equipment Operating a VCR Operating a Satellite Receiver To Do This Switch the TV s input to the VCR DVD player or other connected equipment Set up the TV remote control to operate non Sony equipment and Sony DVD VCR combination unit To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the VCR Turn on off Change channels Adjust tracking Record Fast forward Rewind the tape Pause Search the picture forward or backward To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the satellite receiver Turn on off Selec
22. TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 identify equipment connected to the TV 26 DVI Equipped If you have a device such as an HDTV receiver that has DVI Digital Device Video Interface output use the following connection To connect a device that has DVI OUT 1 Use an HDMI to DVI cable to connect the device s DVI OUT jack to the TV s HDMI IN jack You can purchase HDMI cables or cable adapters at your local electronics store 2 Usean audio cable to connect the device s audio output jacks to the TV s HDMI analog audio input jacks HD DVD IN 10801 720p 480p 480i HDMI to DVI cable HDTV Receiver Off Jo Note on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the DVI device Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VIDEO 7 input Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 identify equipment connected to the TV 27 HDMI Equipped If you have a device such as an HDTV receiver that has a High Device Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI use the following connection To connect a device that has HDMI OUT 1 Use the HDMI cable that came with your device to connect the device s HDMI OUT jack to the TV s HDMI IN jack HDMI cables transmit both audio and video signals Separate audio cables are not necessa
23. am satellite receiver the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on pages 37 38 Activate the TV remote control to operate Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION the satellite receiver Control satellite receiver functions with the See Operating a Satellite Receiver on page 43 TV remote control Label video inputs to easily identify See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 equipment connected to the TV 59 21 Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver and VCR and VCR 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the TV s VHF UHF jack 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter s other output jack to the satellite receiver s VHF UHF input jack AN Usin S VIDEO jacks 4 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s See page 15 satellite input jack 5 Usea coaxial cable to connect the satellite receiver s VHF UHF output jack to the VCR s VHF UHF input jack 6 Use an A V cable to connect the satellite receiver s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks 7 Usean A V cable to connect the VCR s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks 8 Run the Auto Setup program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 32 Notes on Using This Connection Watch the satellite receiver Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the satellite receive
24. and 5 When finished press C When completed the lowest numbered channel is displayed To reset the TV to factory settings 1 2 3 Press POWER to turn on the TV Hold down RESET on the remote control Press TV POWER on the TV The TV will turn itself off then back on Release RESET Using the Remote Control Overview This chapter describes how to set up program and use the TV s remote control Topic Page Inserting Batteries 33 Button Descriptions 34 Programming the Remote Control 37 Inserting Batteries 1 Remove the battery cover from the remote control 2 Insert two size AA R6 batteries supplied by matching the and amp terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover Remove the batteries to avoid damage from possible battery leakage whenever you anticipate that the remote control will not be used for an extended period Handle the remote control with care Avoid dropping it getting it wet placing it in direct sunlight near a heater or where the humidity is high 33 Button Descriptions 7 FUNCTION VCR DVD SAT CABLE TV He f J v D ec 34 Button Description 1 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 MUTIN
25. ate the cable box or VCR Activate the TV remote control to operate the cable box or VCR Control specific cable box and VCR functions with the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV AIV cable AIV cable he Splitter not supplied 1 CATV D cable Coaxial cable 3 Cable box If you are connecting a digital cable box you will need a special bi directional splitter Coaxial designed to work with cable your cable box Cables are often VCR color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Do This Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input UHF VHF in the illustration Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable box input VIDEO 3 in the illustration Use the cable box to change channels Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Use the VCR to change channels If you have a non Sony VCR you must program the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on pages 37 38 For the cable box press SAT CABLE FUNCTION For the VCR press VCR DVD FUNCTION See Operating a Cable Box on page 44 and Operating a VCR on page 43 See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 19 Two VCRs for Tape Editing N Using S VIDEO jack
26. bers You can label up to 20 channels 1 Highlight Channel and press 2 Press to scroll through the channel numbers 1 125 Then press to select the channel number that you want to assign a label Highlight Label and press G Press 4 to scroll through the label characters A Z 0 9 etc Then press to select the highlighted character A w Repeat to add up to 5 characters to the label To assign labels to more channels repeat steps 1 4 a ul Press to return to the Channel Menu or press MENU to exit the Menus 53 Using the Parent Menu The Parent Menu allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels SED eed ee To access the Parent Menu follow these steps 1 Display menu 3 Select MENU Password Press to enter password Use the 0 9 buttons on the remote control to enter a four digit password If this is the first time you are creating this password confirm the password by entering it again The Parent Menu options appear To change settings press 4 Press to confirm the selection To exit the Menu press MENU You need your password for any future access into the Parent Menu If you lose your password see Lost password on page 65 Selecting Parent The Parent Menu includes the following options montane If you are not familiar with Parental Lock Off Parental lock is off No programs are the Parental Guid
27. cently the code numbers for the video equipment may need to be reprogrammed There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are attempting to operate There is a possibility that some non Sony equipment cannot be operated by your Sony TV remote You may need to use the equipment s original remote control 63 Channels Problem Cannot receive upper channels UHF when using an antenna TV is fixed to one channel Cannot receive any channels when using cable TV Cannot receive or select channels Video Problem No picture screen not lit no sound Dark poor or no picture screen lit good sound No color Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes Double images or ghosts Black box on screen 16 9 Enhanced feature KV 27 32 36HS420 Only Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen KV 30 34HS420 Only 2 Ja Possible Remedies a a m a a a a Change the Cable option to Off see page 52 Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the TV s memory see page 52 Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the TV s memory see page 52 Check your Channel Fix settings see page 52 Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the TV s memory see page 52 Make sure the Cable option is
28. ch is a small inexpensive device that you can purchase at your local electronics store DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS If you are connecting a digital cable box you will need a special bi directional splitter that is designed to work with your digital cable box Contact your cable provider for details Q Three coaxial cables Q Two A V or S VIDEO cables with audio cables To connect the VCR and cable box 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter 2 Usea coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the TV s VHF UHF jack 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter s other output jack to the cable box s input jack 4 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box s output jack to the VCR s RF input jack 5 Use an A V cable to connect the cable box s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks AN Usi S SIDES jacks 6 Usean A V cable to connect the VCR s A V output jacks to the See page 15 TV s A V input jacks 7 Run the Auto Setup program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 32 18 Seer at HD DVD IN VIDEO IN MONITOR AUDIO 1080i 7209 4809 480i Hom OUT yaw VHF UHF O Coaxial 2 cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Watch cable unscrambled channels Watch cable box scrambled channels Watch the VCR Set up the TV remote control to oper
29. d IR remote capability in order to be used with the remote control 1 Turn to the list of Manufacturer s Codes on page 38 and find the three digit code number for the manufacturer of your equipment If more than one code number is listed use the number listed first 2 Press CODE SET Press the VCR DVD FUNCTION or SAT CABLE FUNCTION button 4 Using the 0 9 buttons enter the three digit manufacturer s code number 5 Press the ENTER button W You must do step 5 within 10 seconds of step 4 or you must redo steps 2 through 5 a i 3 e A ke e 6 To check if the code number works aim the TV s remote control at the equipment and press the POWER button that corresponds with that equipment If it responds you are done If not try using another code listed for that manufacturer Notes If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment Q If you enter a new code number the code number you previously entered at that setting is erased In some cases you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control In such cases use the equipment s own remote control Q Whenever you remove the batteries to replace them the code numbers may revert to the factory setting and must be reprogrammed 37 Manufacturer s Codes Manufacturer Code DVD Players Quasar 308 309 306 Manufacturer eo
30. d horizontal lines This results in four times the density for quality sources such as DVD satellite and digital camcorders The Video Menu allows you to select interlaced progressive or CineMotion output Q Screen Mode Enables you to resize the picture depending on the signal source Q 16 9 Enhancement K EN Vertical Compression technology that maximizes picture resolution when playing anamorphic or enhanced for widescreen sources including many DVDs Favorite Channels Allows you to set up and select from eight of your favorite channels ClearEdge VM Velocity Modulation Sharpens picture definition by enhancing vertical lines Steady Sound Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials Component Video Inputs Offers the best video quality for DVD 480p 480i and digital set top box HD1080i 720p connections CineMotion Reverse 3 2 pulldown processing provides optimal picture quality for film based sources media originally shot in 24 frames per second format HD Detailer Wideband video amplifier has a high bandwidth frequency rating which allows it to send more video information to the screen resulting in finer picture quality especially for HD sources Parental Control V Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming from younger viewers HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Provides an uncompressed all digital
31. de Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Antenna lead in wire Ground clamp Antenna discharge unit NEC Section 810 20 Electric service Grounding conductors equipment p g NEC Section 810 21 Ground clamps 4 Power service grounding electrode NEC National Electrical Code system NEC Art 250 Part H Lightning For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power line surges Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions D FRAYED oR TAUT Ac LINE Q When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed CRACKED PLUG Q Ifliquid has been spilled into the set or objects have fallen into the product Q If the set has been exposed to rain or water Q If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged Q If the set does not operate normally when ar following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
32. e Remote Control on pages 37 38 Press VCR DVD FUNCTION See Operating a VCR on page 43 See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s satellite input jack 2 Usean A V cable to connect the satellite receiver s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks 3 Connect a CATV cable from your cable or antenna to the satellite receiver s VHF UHF input jack 4 Usea coaxial cable to connect the satellite receiver s VHF UHF output jack to the TV s VHF UHF input jack 5 Run the satellite receiver s setup program see the satellite receiver s manual for details DS CATV cable G N VIDEO IN monitor AUDIO OUT fiva HD DVD IN 1080i 720p 480p 480i Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Satellite antenna FIUHF SATELLITEIN Cable Ll AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO SC Coaxial cable Line out 1 AIV cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the satellite receiver Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the satellite receiver input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control to operate the If you have a non Sony satellite receiver you must progr
33. eception MTS Stereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a Enjoy stereo program broadcast in stereo Z You can also change the biliiovaland ts setting using the MTS 8 Auto SAP Select to automatically switch the TV to second mono programs button on the remote control audio programs when a signal is received If no SAP signal is present the TV remains in Stereo mode Mono Select for mono reception Use to reduce noise 48 during weak stereo broadcasts Option Description Speaker On Select to turn on the TV speakers off Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV s sound only through your external audio system speakers Audio Out This option can be set only when the Speaker option is set Easy controlof to Off volume Variable The TV s speakers are turned off but the adjustments volume output from your audio system can still be controlled by the TV s remote control Fixed The TV s speakers are turned off and the volume output of the TV is fixed Use your audio receiver s remote control to adjust the volume through your audio system To restore the factory default settings for Treble Bass and Balance Q Press RESET on the remote control when in the Audio Menu 49 Using the Screen Menu To access the Screen Menu follow these steps 1 Display menu 2 Highlight FE 3 Select person Mode Wide zoom Vertical Center Vertical Size MENU To change settings press Pres
34. eline rating Turn ratings blocked from viewing system you should select Child on off and selecta Child Maximum ratings permitted are Youth or Young Adult to help rating system Q US TV Y TV G G simplify the rating selection To T Canada C G TV Y set more specific ratings select Youth Maximum ratings permitted are Custom OQ US TV PG PG di Canada C8 PG 8 ans TV PG Y Adult Maximum ratings permitted are 0 US TV 14 PG 13 4 Canada 14 13 ans TV 14 Custom Select to set ratings manually m US See page 55 for details Q Canada See page 56 for details For descriptions of Child Youth and Young Adult ratings see page 55 Change Password For changing your password Select Country U S A Select to use USA ratings see page 55 Canada Select to use Canadian ratings see page 56 54 US Models Selecting Custom Rating Options The Content Based Ratings are linked to the level of the Age Based Rating For example a program with an Age Based Rating of TV PG V Violence rating may contain moderate violence while a TV 14 V Violence rating may contain more intense violence To ensure maximum blocking capability set the Age Based Ratings If you block unrated TV programs be aware that the following types of programs may be blocked emergency broadcasts political programs sports news public service announcements religious programs and weather Viewing Blocked Programs
35. em Possible Remedies How to reset TV to Q Turn on the TV While holding down the RESET button on the remote factory settings How to restore Video settings H to factory settings How to restore Audio a settings to factory settings Cannot cycle through the 0 other video equipment connected to the TV Cannot operate Menu a Lost password m TV makes popping sound 4 when turned on LED on front panel is lit m Digital cable box does not Q work control press the POWER button on the TV The TV will turn itself off then back on again Release the RESET button Press the RESET button on the remote control while in the Video Menu see page 46 Press the RESET button on the remote control while in the Audio Menu see page 48 Be sure the Video Label option is not set to Skip see page 59 If a menu option appears in gray this indicates that the TV is in a state in which the menu option is not available In the password screen see page 54 enter the following master password 4357 The master password clears your previous password it cannot be used to temporarily unblock channels This is a normal sound that results from the TV automatically degaussing each time it is turned on This LED see page 10 blinks when the TV is turned on then shuts off when the picture is displayed If the LED blinks continuously this may indicate the TV needs service When the timer is set this LED will remain lit even when the TV is tur
36. et to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Set up the TV remote control Program the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on to operate the cable box pages 37 38 Activate the remote control to Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION operate the cable box Prevent the accidental When using the cable box you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable switching of TV channels box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 You can use the TV s Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel For details see Using the Channel Menu on page 52 13 Connecting Optional Equipment Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment VCR and Cable 16 VCR and Cable Box 18 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 20 Satellite Receiver 21 Satellite Receiver and VCR 22 DVD Player with Component Video 24 Connectors DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio 26 Connectors DVI Equipped Device 27 HDMI Equipped Device 28 Camcorder _ 29 Audio Receiver 30 14 Making Video Your TV includes several types of video inputs When connecting Connections your TV use the inputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance as described below HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Homi Q Pa Component video S VIDEO Composite video RF Coaxial Good Video Performance About Using S VIDEO If the optional equipme
37. field to go back to the previous setting 4 Press MENU to exit the Menu An LED on the front panel will light indicating the timer has been set Current Time Toitetimtothe Timer 1 Press to select Current Time Menu after setting the 2 Press and to set the current time day hour Current Time press and minute Press or to confirm each when the highlight is in the setting and move to the next setting Press to minute field go back to the previous setting 3 Press MENU to exit the Menu 7 You can also change the Screen Mode Allows you to minimize the size of the black bars E screen Mode setting using and increase the picture size of 480i signals that have the SCREEN MODE button on the been upconverted to 720p or 1080i For details see remote control page 41 Normal Select to return the picture to its normal size Zoom Enlarges the picture size The Screen Mode option is grayed out when it is not available 60 Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics Topic Page Glossary 62 Contacting Sony 63 Troubleshooting 63 Specifications 66 Optional Accessories 67 Index 69 61 Glossary analog signal aspect ratio component video a ESE ae composite video Uae degauss digital television DTV HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface National Television System 62 Committee NTSC RF S VIDEO VHF
38. finition video plus two channel digital audio HD DVD IN 5 6 Connect to your DVD player s or digital set top box s component video Y PB PR 1080i 720p 480p 480i and audio L R jacks Component video provides the best picture quality better than 1 2 or 3 11 Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you will connect your TV varies depending on how your home receives a signal cable cable box antenna and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR If you are connecting a VCR Q See the connections described on pages 16 and 18 Cable Cable Box The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in or Antenna Only your home as described below 75 ohm coaxial cable usually found in newer homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only or TV combined Trah il VHF UHF or ay me DeD Cable VHF UHF 300 ohm twin lead cable usually found in older homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only or 300 ohm twin UHF Only or lead cable i gt combined TE VHF UHF VHF UHF Antenna connector not supplied 75 ohm coaxial and 300 ohm twin lead cable found in some homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF and UHF 75 ohm coaxial cable VHF UHF U V mixer not supplied e 300 ohm twin lead cable 12 Notes on Using a Cable Box Connection To Do This Do This Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is s
39. ify equipment connected to the TV 29 Audio Receiver For improved sound quality you may want to play the TV s audio through your stereo system To connect an audio system 1 Use an audio cable to connect the TV s audio output jacks to the audio receiver s line input jacks VHF UHF VIDEO IN AUDIO MONITOR OUT ivano Cc IN OUT Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white D ONTROL S Audio cable y ii O 2 Using the TV s Audio Menu set the Speaker option to Off Then set the Audio Out option to Fixed or Variable depending on how you want to control the volume For details see Using the Audio Menu on page 48 Turn on the audio receiver and then set the receiver s line input to the jack into which you connected the TV 30 Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your 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 your TV instead of having to point it at the other equipment which might be hidden or out of direct line of sight Use CONTROL S IN to send signals to the TV Use CONTROL S OUT to send signals to co
40. l does not operate non Sony video equipment 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 US residents only or 416 499 SONY 7669 Canadian residents only Before calling Sony customer support please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV You ll find this information on the front cover of this manual Possible Remedies a a a a a a m a a m The batteries could be weak Replace the batteries Check the orientation of the batteries Press the TV FUNCTION button You may have inadvertently pressed the SAT CABLE FUNCTION or DVD VCR FUNCTION button Make sure the TV s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet Locate the TV at least 3 4 feet away from fluorescent lights If you are using the TV to change channels first press the TV FUNCTION button If you are using another device to change channels be sure you have not inadvertently switched your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting Use the Channel Fix option to fix the channel based on the hookup you used see page 52 If you are using another device to change channels be sure to press the FUNCTION button for that device For example if you are using your cable box to change channels be sure to press the SAT CABLE FUNCTION button If you replaced the batteries to the remote re
41. l tuned Display the current channel Press DISPLAY once to display the channel number and other information number and current time and channel label if set Press DISPLAY again to turn Display off Switch the TV s input to the Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to cycle through VCR DVD player or other the video equipment connected to the connected equipment TV s video inputs Change video and audio Press MENU to display the Menu For options customize the TV s details see Using the Menus on setup set parental controls and page 45 more 39 Using Screen Mode Models The Screen Mode feature lets you watch 4 3 normal broadcasts in KV 30 34HS420 several wide screen modes 16 9 aspect ratio Only SE Ser RER TE When viewing high definition programs broadcast in 720p 1080i it is not You can also change the Screen possible to change Screen Modes because those video formats are already widescreen Mode settings in the Screen menu For details see page 50 Q Press SCREEN MODE repeatedly to toggle through the following settings Example Description Wide Zoom enlarges the center portion of the 4 3 picture proportionately however only the left and right edges of the screen are stretched to fill the 16 9 screen The picture has a normal appearance as much as possible Normal returns the 4 3 picture to its original size Black bars are visible at left and right sides to fill the 16 9 screen Full
42. ls see page 59 Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16 9 such as 2 35 1 This is especially common with theatrical releases Your TV will show these programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen For more details check the documentation that came with your DVD or contact your program provider Audio Problem Possible Remedies Good picture q no sound mj Cannot gain enough volume Q when using a cable box Sound seems weak or a insufficient Cannot raise the volume on UQ external audio speakers Press MUTING so that the word Muting disappears from the screen see page 35 Make sure the Speaker option is set to On in the Audio Menu see page 49 Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box s remote control Then press TV FUNCTION and adjust the TV s volume The TV s audio might be set to Auto SAP or Mono when it might be better set to Stereo In the Audio Menu see page 48 set the MTS setting to Stereo If already set to Stereo switch to Mono which may reduce background noise during weak stereo broadcasts If the Speaker option is set to Off and the Audio Out option is set to Fixed in order to output the sound to your audio system use your audio receiver to adjust the sound see page 48 Or to use the TV remote control set the Audio Out option to Variable Q To turn on the TV speakers set the Speaker option to On see page 48 General Probl
43. ludes the following options For US models see page 55 Option Description English Rating C C8 G PG 14 18 French Rating G 8 ans 13 ans 16 ans 18 ans U S A Rating All children Children 8 years and older General programming Parental Guidance Viewers 14 and older Adult programming General programming Not recommended for young children Not recommended for ages under 13 Not recommended for ages under 16 Programming restricted to adults See US Models on page 55 for details You can view blocked programs by entering the password Press the ENTER button when tuned to a blocked program then enter the password This temporarily switches off the Parental Lock To reactivate the Parental Lock settings turn off the TV When the TV is turned on again your Parental Lock settings are reactivated Using the Timer Menu To access the Timer Menu follow these steps F RE E Ti Off 1 Display menu 2 Highlight O 3 Select Timer 2 Of MENU N A urrent Time To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Timer Options To go directly to programming Timer 1 or 2 in step 1 press instead of pressing gt To return to the Timer Menu after programming one of the Timers press when the highlight is in the channel number field To return to the Timer Menu after setting the Current Time press when the highlight is in the minute field The Timer Menu includes
44. m volume setting Variable More than 408 mVrms Fixed Impedance output 2 kilohms RM Y197 2 supplied for remote control 27 in 685 8 mm 30 in 762 mm 32 in 812 8 mm 34 in 863 6 mm 36 in 914 4 mm 29 in 736 6 mm 32 in 812 8 mm 34 in 863 6 mm 36 in 914 4 mm 38 in 965 2 mm Dimensions W x H x D Mass Power Consumption Optional Accessories KV 27HS420 KV 30HS420 KV 32HS420 KV 34HS420 KV 36HS420 KV 27HS420 KV 30HS420 KV 32HS420 KV 34HS420 KV 36HS420 In Use In Standby 784 x 601 5 x 520 mm 30 7 8 x 23 5 8 x 20 1 2 in 898 x 604 x 564 5 mm 35 3 8 x 23 3 4 x 22 1 4 in 898 x 698 x 598 mm 35 3 8 x 27 1 2 x 23 1 2 in 994 x 654 x 604 mm 39 1 8 x 25 3 4 x 23 3 4 in 994 x 776 5 x 634 mm 39 1 8 x 30 5 8 x 25 in 50 2 Kg 111 lbs 68 Kg 150 Ibs 74 8 Kg 165 Ibs 88 Kg 194 Ibs 104 3 Kg 230 0 Ibs 240 W 1W Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Accessory Cables TV Stands Description Audio Video Audio Component Video For KV 27HS420 For KV 30HS420 For KV 32HS420 For KV 34HS420 For KV 36HS420 Model Number VMC 810 820 830 HG RKC 515HG VMC 10 30 HG SU 27HX1 SU 30HX1 SU 32HX1 SU 34HX1 SU 36HX1 67 0 9 buttons 36 39 16 9 widescreen 8 59 16 9 aspect ratio 40 50 4 3 aspect ratio 40 50 4 3 Default settings 51 A antenna connecting 12 aspect ratio 59 Audio Menu 45 Audio Out 49 audio receiver con
45. nd the last channel that was selected TV SAT When the remote control is set to operate the satellite receiver press to switch between the satellite receiver s TV and SAT satellite inputs When the remote control is set to operate the TV press repeatedly to step through the Audio Effect options Also available in the Audio Menu For details see page 48 RESET Press to reset the settings to the factory defaults See pages 47 49 and 57 Also used to clear Favorite Channels see page 42 VOL Press to adjust the volume CODE SET Press to program the remote control to operate non Sony video equipment For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 37 POWER VCR DVD Press to turn on and off the VCR or DVD player Buttons SAT CABLE Press to turn on and off the satellite receiver or cable box TV Press to turn on and off the TV FUNCTION The indicator lights up momentarily when pressed to show which equipment the Buttons remote control is operating VCR DVD Press to have the remote control operate the VCR or DVD player SAT CABLE Press to have the remote control operate the satellite receiver or cable box TV Press to have the remote control operate the TV TV VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the TV s video inputs 35 7 i 3 e p A e e z Button Description 16 DISPLAY Press once to display the current channel number current time and channel label if set and o
46. ne or from unsteady handling Install the set on a stable level surface Water and Moisture Do not use power line operated sets near D water for example near a bathtub Oo washbowlI kitchen sink or laundry tub in a C wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket table or shelf The set may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Disconnect all cables and cords from the set before attempting to move the set Do not allow children or pets to climb up onto or push against the set The set may fall causing serious injury 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 Q Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Y Q Never block the slots and openings by placing the se
47. necting 30 Auto Program channel setup 32 52 Auto SAP MTS setting 48 balance adjusting 48 bass adjusting 48 batteries inserting in remote 33 BBE 48 bilingual audio 48 blocking programs See ratings brightness adjusting 46 C cable connecting 12 setting On Off 52 with VCR connecting 16 cable box connecting with VCR 18 using with TV remote control 44 Caption Vision 58 CATV See cable CH buttons 10 36 39 Channel Menu 45 Channel Skip Add 52 channels creating labels 53 setting up 32 CineMotion 8 35 47 ClearEdge VM 8 47 clearing Favorite Channels 42 closed caption modes 58 CODE SET button 35 color adjusting 46 CONTROL 5 31 CONTROL S IN OUT jacks described 11 Cool Color Temperature 46 cursor movement buttons 10 D degauss 65 Digital Reality Creation 7 47 DISPLAY button 39 DRC MODE button 35 DRC See Digital Reality Creation DVD player using with TV remote control 44 with A V connectors connecting 26 E Effect button 35 ENTER button 36 39 F Fast forward button 35 Favorite Channels clearing 42 in Channel Menu 52 using 42 features 7 Fixed audio setting 49 Full mode setting 50 G GUIDE button 36 H HD Detailer 8 HD DVD IN 1080i 720p 480p 480i jacks described 11 High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI 8 27 28 62 hue adjusting 46 I Info Banner 58 interlaced 7 35 47 62 69 J JUMP button 35 39 L label channels 53 Language set
48. ned off If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter as described on pages 18 19 you must use a special bi directional splitter that is designed to work with your digital cable box Contact your cable provider for details 65 Specifications Picture Tube Antenna Television System Channel Coverage Power Requirements Inputs Outputs HDMI IN Video IN S Video IN Audio IN Component Video Input CONTROL S IN OUT Variable Fixed Audio OUT Supplied Accessories Visible Screen Size Picture Measured Diagonally Actual CRT Size Picture Measured Diagonally Speaker Output 66 FD Trinitron tube 75 ohm external terminal for VHF UHF NTSC American TV Standard VHF UHF CATV 120V 60 Hz Video Audio 4 total 1 on front panel 3 total 1 on front panel 7 total 1 on front panel 2 Y Pp Pr Remote Control AA R6 Batteries KV 27HS420 KV 30HS420 KV 32HS420 KV 34HS420 KV 36HS420 KV 27HS420 KV 30HS420 KV 32HS420 KV 34HS420 KV 36HS420 10W x2 2 13 14 69 1 125 1080i 720p 480p 480i Two channel linear PCM 32 44 1 and 48 kHz 16 20 and 24 bit 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative Y 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative C 0 286 Vp p Burst signal 75 ohms 500 mVrms 100 modulation Impedance 47 kilohm Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative Pg 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Pr 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms More than 408 mVrms at the maximu
49. nnected equipment HD DVD IN VIDEO IN Monitor AUDIO 10801 7209 4809 a80n OUT slay S VIDEO VIDEO i MONO AUDIO 31 Setting Up the Channel List After you finish connecting your TV you need to run Auto Setup to set up your channels The Auto Program screens appear when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up Using Auto Program To exit the Tilt Correction and Vertical Correction screens press the MENU button For more details on using Auto Program see page 52 For more details on using Tilt Correction and Vertical Correction see page 59 32 To run Auto Program the first time you turn on your TV 1 Press POWER to turn on the TV The Initial Setup screen appears Press to move the highlight to the desired language then press to select that language The next screen instructs you to connect your cable antenna Check that you ve connected your signal source properly To start Auto Program highlight Yes and then press Auto Program automatically creates a list of receivable channels When Auto Program is finished the Tilt Correction screen appears Press to correct any tilt of the picture You can choose a correction between 7 and 7 When finished press C The Vertical Correction screen appears Press to make a vertical correction to the picture You can choose a correction between 5
50. nt you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack shown at left you can use an S VIDEO cable for improved picture quality compared to an A V cable Because S VIDEO carries only the video signal you also need to connect audio cables for sound as shown below Example of an S VIDEO Connection S VIDEO cable Equipment with S VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO S VIDEO GGE e E VIDEO IN VIDEO t MONO AUDIO Audio cable Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc 15 VCR and Cable For best results use this connection if Q Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box To connect the VCR and cable 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR s VHF UHF input jack 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR s VHF UHF output jack to the TV s VHF UHF jack 3 Use an A V cable to connect the VCR s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks Run the Auto Setup program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 32 A VHF UHF Coaxial cable AUDIO Ee VARIED VCR AUDIO R AUDIOL VIDEO OUT 1 CATV cable Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc 16 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This
51. o guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment O BOD Installing Q To prevent internal heat buildup do not block the ventilation openings CJ Donot install the TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration Q The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with hooks Do not attempt to remove the cord from these hooks Doing so could cause damage to the TV p 4 As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product or product models meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are provided on the front of this instruction manual and at the rear of the TV Refer to them whenever you call
52. o step forward or 44 to step backward CH to step forward or CH to step backward 0 9 gt to move cursor ENTER MENU tte SELECT To Do This Press Activate the remote control to operate the DVD VCR Turn on off Switch between the DVD player and VCR Display the DVD menu Search the picture forward or backward Move highlight cursor and select DVD Record VCR Change channels VCR Adjust tracking VCR VCR DVD FUNCTION VCR DVD POWER TV VCR DVD MENU ma E H gt gt or 44 during playback tte B and simultaneously CH or 0 9 ENTER using tuner CH during tape playback Using the Menus Overview The Menu gives you access to the following features Menu Icon Description Page Video Allows you to make adjustments to your picture 46 settings It also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing select DCR Mode options and more Press MENU to enter and exit Menus Offers enhanced audio options such as listening to 48 second audio programming SAP or customizing the Effect of the sound on your TV LE Ea Allows you to make Screen 50 Mode adjustments and make changes to the screen s vertical center and size Allows you to set up a Favorite Channels list run the 52 Auto Program function and more Lets you control the viewing of programs based on 54 their ratings Lets you set the clock on
53. ome consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions 4 i a 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 Do insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing g the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in Alternate Warning For the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact 2 29 IM your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock Always turn the set off when it is not to be used When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet as a
54. option is available only when the TV is set to VIDEO 1 7 which you can do by pressing the TV VIDEO button On To activate manually Returns to Auto when you switch to another video input or change channels Auto To activate automatically when a 16 9 signal is received D If the Auto setting does not automatically detect the 16 9 signal from your DVD player select On to manually turn on the 16 9 Enhanced feature 59 Option Description Clock Timers Select to set the clock and to program your TV to turn on and off at two scheduled viewing times Timer 1 You can use the Timers to Timer 2 program the TV to turn on and off and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times Timer 1 and Timer 2 are not available to be set until you To go directly to set the Current Time programming Timer 1 or 2 1 Press or to highlight Timer 1 or press instead of Timer 2 To set the timer press gt pressing gt 2 Press or to highlight one of the following options then press C Program Select to set the Timer by day time duration and channel Off Select to turn off the Timer Your previous settings are saved To return to the Timer 3 F you selected Program in step 2 press and to Menu after programming one set the day s hour minute duration and of the Timers press channel number Press or gt to confirm when the highlight is in the each setting and move to the next setting Press channel number
55. r Control DVD functions with See Operating a DVD Player on page 44 the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 identify equipment connected to the TV You cannot record the signal from any equipment connected into the Y PB PR jacks 25 DVD Player with Use this connection if your DVD player does not have component S VIDEO and Audio video Y PB PR jacks Connectors To connect a DVD player with A V connectors 1 Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player s audio output jacks to the TV s audio input jacks 2 Use an S VIDEO cable to connect the DVD player s S VIDEO jack to the TV s S VIDEO jack VIDEO IN Monitor AUDIO OUT fiva Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc S VIDEO cable DVD player LINE OUT AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO S VIDEO Audio cable Notes on Using This Connection Watch the DVD player Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control If you have a non Sony DVD player you must program the remote control to operate the DVD player See Programming the Remote Control on pages 37 38 Activate the TV remote Press VCR DVD FUNCTION control to operate the DVD player Control DVD functions with See Operating a DVD Player on page 44 the
56. r warranty because they are the result of misuse Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15 119 of the FCC rules Note on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with a soft dry cloth Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine which might damage the finish of the cabinet Note to CATV System Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster cable company and or program owner NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference with radio communications However there is n
57. r input VIDEO 3 in the illustration Watch the VCR Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control If you have a non Sony VCR or satellite receiver you must program the to operate the satellite remote control See Programming the Remote Control on pages 37 38 receiver or VCR Activate the TV remote For the satellite receiver press SAT CABLE FUNCTION For the VCR press control to operate the satellite VCR DVD FUNCTION receiver or VCR Control satellite receiverand See Operating a Satellite Receiver on page 43 and Operating a VCR on VCR functions with the TV page 43 remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 identify equipment connected to the TV 22 CATV A cable 13 Splitter not supplied Satellite antenna 2 I 3 cable VHF UHF Coaxial 4 cable LI G 7 Coaxia Satellite receiver cable P VIDEO IN Monitor AUDIO FITS Ta our a VHF UHF SATEELTEJN A 4 AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO lt a TE Coaxial cable 5 AIV cable VCR AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO LINE IN 99 T AIV cable 7 Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red
58. ral Communications Commission Washington DC that establishes television standards in the United States such as NTSC Color the standard used in this TV Radio Frequency That part of the frequency spectrum that is used to transmit TV and radio signals S VIDEO requires a single cable which carries the brightness luminance and color chrominance signals of the picture separately S VIDEO provides better resolution than composite video which carries the signals together VHF Very High Frequency is the part of the frequency spectrum from 30 to 300 megahertz UHF Ultra High Frequency is the part of the frequency spectrum from 300 to 3 000 megahertz Provides 480 lines of resolution Displays images using interlaced scanning which first transmits all the odd lines on the TV screen and then the even lines Provides 480 lines of resolution Displays images using progressive scanning which transmits each line from top to bottom Provides 720 lines of resolution Displays images using progressive scanning which transmits each line from top to bottom Provides 1080 lines of resolution Displays images using interlaced scanning which first transmits all the odd lines on the TV screen and then the even lines 1080i is one of the formats used by HDTV High Definition TV Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Remote Control Problem Remote control does not operate Cannot change channels with the remote control Remote contro
59. ry You can purchase HDMI cables at your local electronics store HD DVD IN Hom IMoniToR AUDIO 10801 7209 480p 4801 TN OUT OUT 5 5 7 VARIED HDMI cable Hom Note on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the HDMI device Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VIDEO 7 input Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 identify equipment connected to the TV 28 For easy connection of a camcorder the TV has front A V input jacks Camcorder If you prefer however you can connect the camcorder to the TV s Using rear A V input jacks S VIDEO jacks See page 15 To connect a camcorder 1 Use A V cables to connect the camcorder s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks bd VIDEO 2 INPUT Eee S VIDEO vifeo L v NO Aubifi R p Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc AIV cable mf IP To A V output If you have a mono camcorder connect its audio output jack to the TV s L MONO audio jack Note on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the camcorder Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the camcorder input VIDEO 2 in the illustration See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 58 59 Label video inputs to easily ident
60. s See page 15 ie AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO PPP 1 AN cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This View monitor what is being recorded Set up the TV remote control to operate the VCR s Activate the TV remote control to operate the VCR s Control VCR functions with the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV 20 Connecting two VCRs lets you record from one VCR to the other By connecting them as shown below you can view monitor what is being recorded To connect two VCRs for tape editing 1 Use an A V cable to connect the playback VCR s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks 2 Use an A V cable to connect the recording VCR s A V input jacks to the TV s MONITOR OUT jacks T i 3 HD DVD IN AUDIO 1080177209 a809 a80n VARIFIX J Sme z IMoNITOR OUT 2 i 00 2 R AUDIO IN me AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO aie IN OUT GUT IN Recording VCR Cables are often AIV cable color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Do This Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 1 in the illustration above If you have a non Sony VCR you must program the remote control See Programming th
61. s to confirm the selection Press MENU to exit the Menu Selecting Screen The Screen menu includes the following options moe enone Screen Mode The Screen Mode feature lets you watch 4 3 normal You can also change the Select a Screen broadcasts in several wide screen modes 16 9 aspect i Screen Mode setting using Mode to use for ratio For details see page 40 the SCREEN MODE button on the 4 3 sources Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4 3 size picture while remote control the upper and lower parts of the picture are condensed to fit the wide screen 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 aspect ratio that fills the wide screen Screen Mode is unavailable when viewing HD 1080i 720p sources because those sources are already widescreen In some cases wide screen programs will be shown in aspect ratios that require the display of black bands at the top and bottom of your 16 9 screen For more details see page 64 50 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
62. set to On in the Channel Menu see page 52 Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable TV channels that are not presently in TV memory see page 52 Possible Remedies Oo O EE OnO E E DE ER m O Oo If your TV does not turn on and a red light keeps flashing your TV may need service Call your local Sony Service Center Make sure the power cord is plugged in Press the POWER button on the front of the TV Press the TV VIDEO button to cycle through the connected video sources Try another channel it could be station trouble Adjust the Picture option in the Video Menu see page 46 Adjust the Brightness option in the Video Menu see page 46 Check the antenna cable connections Adjust the Color option in the Video Menu see page 46 Check the antenna cable connections Try another channel it could be station trouble Adjust the antenna Move the TV away from noise sources such as cars neon signs or hair dryers Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may solve the problem You have selected a text option in the Setup Menu and no text is available See page 58 to reset Setup selections To turn off this feature set the Caption Vision option to Off If you were trying to select closed captioning select CC1 instead of TEXT 1 4 If the Auto setting does not automatically detect the 16 9 signal from your DVD player select On to manually turn on the 16 9 Enhanced feature For detai
63. sinnen e EE e a EE Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or ANtenina ssccsecccceceeseeseeeeees Cable Cable Box or Antenna Only Connecting Optional Equipment c1ccceeeereee Making Video Connections About Using S VIDEO VER and Cable ans r a a Rea VCR and Cable Box asiasi innen aa Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite ROCQIVGN i scccssecssecncexsaccesasadssenstannseateeeeates seaetaneansecdiascananacts Satellite Receiver ANd VCR eceeceeeceecceceeeecececeeceeeesneeseseesneeeeeeeaes DVD Player with Component Video Connectors DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors DVI Equipped Device HDMI EQUIPGER DEVICES 2235322 re adidas sheces ieds a ae Camcorder aiee ee classic os saber anes E ere Elen Audio Receiver 1 Using the CONTROL S Feature Setting Up the Channel List Using Auto Program sssrini iiei Using the Remote Control OVVIE W sair seia aini ia a a a a aaa ia 33 Inserting Batterie S esserne aan EDER aaia EAE AENA EEEE 33 Button Des Cr p HOS LEE ene Eara Ear ar EERE OEE eaves EEE Een 34 Programming the Remote Control 1csscccecccceceseeeceeseesssneneeeeseeseeenseenneeeee 37 Using the Features Using the Menus Other Information OVENVICW iescsnssvestiduasite tiseasteacecuasucescdaniuveuceassiiecovaualisdesxssuiecedusvetiovsacivelnedouss Watching TV aissos ccsescecsscccssescstassecessatiscouseds Er USING SCREEN MOGs vevscsvivcsencecentecnnsenssssunctevectssessstececuceseiecvonsessvu
64. snsdesrectseewass Models KV 30 34HS420 OMY tscccccesesceanhoesesunteateies ded cebadsnatteertaaennes Models KV 27 32 36HS420 Only Using Favorite Channel saci sei sc scsieccsssisasecesz le rdr ungen Creating a List of Favorite Channels 0 0cccccccccceceesseeeeeseeeeeeeees Displaying a List of Favorite Channels 2 Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control All EQUIPMENTE c00 0 scsctecsecnesceectsceecccesbecesseecteeseceeeseanens Operating a VOR nesis smin n tae naan teen sete ends t lse Operating a Satellite Receiver oo eee eee cce cet eceeeeeeenteeteteeeetseeees Operating a Cable Box 0 eee Operating a DVD Player Operating a DVD VCR Combination Unit OVEN IS EET ETERN KEE Ren 45 Navigating Through Menus 20cceceeeeererern urene kreere nen renen ennen een ennen ennen ennen nen 45 Using the Video Menu 2 00 Using the Audio Menu Using the Screen Menu Using the Channel Menu u s1sscccssscccsescessnseeenennesnseesnsasensenaeessnesessnnsnennaes Using the Parent MENU oc esos cscs desc sa iess toate is sse ieai aiaa Using the Parent MENU sirri rr eenn US Models Selecting Custom Rating Options Viewing Blocked Programs ssssssue veere renerne Canadian Models Selecting Custom Rating Options 56 Viewing Blocked Programs Using the Timer Menu 2 cc1000100 Using the Setup Menu OVE SV LEE E P EP GI OSS ONY LEE EET ED AEA Contacting SONY sonaa iaaa eaa iaaa
65. t a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Display channel number Display SAT Guide Display SAT Menu Move highlight cursor Select item Do This Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV s video inputs You must program the remote control the first time you use it See Programming the Remote Control on pages 37 to 38 Press VCR DVD FUNCTION VCR DVD POWER CH using tuner CH during tape playback B and simultaneously ma lt lt H PP or 44 during playback release to resume normal playback Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION SAT CABLE POWER 0 9 ENTER CH JUMP DISPLAY GUIDE MENU tte 43 Operating a Cable Box Operating a DVD Player Operating a DVDIVCR Combination Unit When the VCR is not playing TV VCR DVD switches between the DVD player and the VCR s tuner 44 To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn on off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Turn on off Step through different tracks of the disc Step through different chapters of a video disc Select tracks directly Display the DVD menu Move highlight cursor Select item Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION SAT CABLE POWER 0 9 ENTER CH JUMP Press VCR DVD FUNCTION VCR DVD POWER ma m I PP t
66. t on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Q Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Q Donot place the set near or over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct sunlight Power Cord Protection Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord and do not place the set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse Antennas Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outdoor antenna is installed follow the precautions below An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NEC in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provide information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electro
67. technician to restore the set to normal operation Q When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance it indicates a need for service Servicing Do not attempt to service the set yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel HE SD CNY py Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the J set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by the manufacturer to determine that the set is in safe operating N condition and to so certify When the set reaches the end of its useful life improper disposal could A result in a picture tube implosion Ask a qualified s service technician to dispose of the set Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega OVEN SLED aanas Easa cons ay aaa aE A T a aA S Ea Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega Package Cont ENES sire r E EEA R Ra Features pecorina e a i E a NE EREKE Setting Up the TV Ovie W saai enaa ED E A es About the AC Power Cord Ea ea E TV Controls and Connectors FROMt Pamelor ae Rear Panel fer
68. ther information Press again to turn Display off 17 SCREEN MODE Press to toggle between the Screen Mode options Normal and Zoom Also available in the Setup menu page 60 For details on using Screen Mode see page 41 Press repeatedly to step through the Screen Mode settings Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom Also available in the Screen menu page 50 For details on using Screen Mode see page 40 18 0 9 Press 0 9 to select a channel the channel changes after 3 seconds Press ENTER to ENTER change channels immediately 19 GUIDE Press to display the program guide of your satellite program provider 20 S22 Press to move the on screen cursor To select an item press HDD When no menus are displayed pressing displays the Favorite Channels screen Qa For more information about Favorite Channels see page 42 21 MENU Press to display the Menu Press again to exit from the Menu For details see Using the Menus on page 45 22 CH Press to scan through channels To scan quickly through channels press and hold down either CH button He oja f e W o o ce 36 Programming the Remote Control If you have video equipment other than Sony brand or if you have a Sony DVD VCR combination unit that you want to control with the TV s remote control use the following procedure to program the remote control The equipment must have infrare
69. ting 59 M MENU button 10 36 39 45 Menus Audio 45 Channel 45 Parent 45 54 Setup 45 58 Timer 45 57 Video 45 Mono MTS setting 48 Movie mode 46 MTS 48 MTS SAP button 35 MUTING button 35 39 Neutral Color Temperature 46 Normal mode setting 50 o off turning off the TV 10 on turning on the TV 10 P Parent Menu 45 54 parental control described 8 password changing 54 Pause button 35 PIC MODE button 35 picture contrast adjusting 46 Play button 35 POWER button 10 power cord removing from holder 9 powering on off the TV 10 presetting channels 52 Pro Video mode 46 problems troubleshooting 63 65 progressive 7 35 47 62 R ratings setting 54 56 ratings viewing blocked programs 55 56 Record buttons 35 70 remote control inserting batteries 33 programming 37 38 removing Favorite Channels 42 RESET button 35 resetting Audio options 49 Timer options 57 Video options 47 Rewind button 35 S S VIDEO jack described 10 11 15 SAT CABLE FUNCTION button 35 SAT CABLE POWER button 35 satellite receiver using with TV remote control 43 Screen Mode 40 41 50 60 SELECT button 10 setting up channels 32 Setup Menu 45 58 sharpness adjusting 46 Simulated audio effect 48 SLEEP button 35 speakers turning on off 49 using external speakers 49 specifications 67 STAND BY indicator 10 65 Standard mode 46 Steady Sound described 8 Steady Sound setting 48 Stereo MTS setting 48 Stop
70. tions Op tions Option Description Favorite Channels Lets you set up a list of your favorite channels For details see Displaying a List of Favorite Channels on page 42 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 this option Channel Fix off Turns off Channel Fix Useful when you 2 6 Fix your TV s channel setting to 2 6 and have a cable box use the cable box or satellite receiver to or satellite change channels Select one of these receiver settings if you connected the equipment to connected the VHF UHF jack Video 1 Use this setting if you have connected the equipment to the A V input jacks Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels Channel Allows you to customize the channel list that appears Channels that you set to Skip Add when you use the CH buttons be skipped can be accessed 1 only with the 0 9 buttons Press or to scroll through the channels until you find the channel you want to skip or add Then press to select it 2 Press or to toggle between Add or Skip Then press to select 3 To add or skip more channels repeat steps 1 and 2 4 Press to return to the Channel Setup Menu or press MENU to exit the Menus 52 Option Description Channel Label Allows you to assign labels such as station call letters to channel num
71. to red white to white etc 23 DVD Player with For best results use this connection if your DVD player has Component component video Y PB PR jacks Video Connectors To connect a DVD player with component video connectors 1 Use three separate component video cables to connect the DVD player s Y Ps and Pr jacks to the Y Ps and Pr jacks VIDEO 5 on the TV The Y Ps and Pr jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y CB and Cr or Y B Y and R Y If so connect the cables to like colors 2 Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player s audio output jacks to the TV s VIDEO 5 audio input jacks Component video cables T 48 81 VIDEO IN Taonia ID DVD IN O cxf izzz0pr480p 4800 OU EH 6 LINE OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R AUDIO 1 L VIDEO Y P Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Audio cable 24 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the DVD player Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input VIDEO 5 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control If you have a non Sony DVD player you must program the remote control to operate the DVD player See Programming the Remote Control on pages 37 38 Activate the TV remote Press VCR DVD FUNCTION control to operate the DVD playe
72. ts to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder or other video VIDEO 2 INPUT equipment that has S VIDEO Provides better picture quality than composite video 2 2 VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R Connects to the composite A V output jacks on your camcorder or other VIDEO 2 INPUT video equipment 3 MENU Press to display the Menu Press again to exit from the Menu For details see Using the Menus on page 45 4 tte Press 4 to move the on screen cursor 5 l Press to select the on screen highlighted item 6 TV VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV s video inputs 7 VOLUME Press to adjust the volume 8 CHANNEL Press to scan through channels To scan quickly through channels press and hold down either CHANNEL button 9 STAND BY Blinks when the TV is turned on then shuts off when the picture is displayed TIMER LED If the LED blinks continuously this may indicate the TV needs service see Contacting Sony on page 63 When lit indicates one of the timers is set When the timer is set this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off 10 Infrared Receiver IR Receives IR signals from the TV s remote control 11 POWER Press to turn on and off the TV 10 Rear Panel VHF UHF VIDEO IN J MONITOR AUDIO OUT ivari Jack Description 1 VHF UHF RF input that connects to your VHF UHF antenna or cable 2 S
73. upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Trademark Information WOW TruSurround and the C symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc WOW and TruSurround technology are incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Manufactured under license from BBE Sound Inc Licensed by BBE Sound Inc under USP4638258 5510752 and 5736897 BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound Inc H mm Mm Multimedia Interface HDMI technology HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Wega FD Trinitron Steady Sound Digital Reality Creation Cap tion Vision and CineMotion are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation ClearEdge VM and HD Detailer are trademarks of Sony Corporation This TV incorporates High Definition IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection please read these instructions completely and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe and comply with all warnings cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual WARNING To guard against injury the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation use and servicing of the set Use Power Sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial model plate If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your h

Sony KV 34HS420 - Manuals, Specs & Warranty

Contents

Download Pdf Manuals

Related Search

Related Contents

Sony KV 34HS420 - Manuals, Specs &amp; Warranty

Contents

Download Pdf Manuals

Related Search

Related Contents

Sony KV 34HS420 - Manuals, Specs & Warranty