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1. AN cable not supplied A V cable not supplied To perform tape editing set the LCD projection TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing TV VIDEO on the remote control 5 You may need to change the video input on your VCR Consult your VCR s operating manual for instructions If your VCRs have S VIDEO jacks For best picture quality use an S VIDEO connection instead of the yellow video cable on your combined AN cable Using an S VIDEO cable connect the playback VCR s S VIDEO OUT jack to the recording VCR s S VIDEO IN jack S VIDEO does not provide audio so audio cables must be connected to provide sound You cannot record signals from equipment connected to the Y Ps Pr input Satellite Receiver 1 2 3 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s SATELLITE IN jack Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the satellite receiver s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Using a coaxial cable connect your cable to the LCD projection TV s CABLE jack or your antenna to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack lf your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable Rear of LCD projection TV VIDEO IN S GIT T ED TA
2. VIDEO yellow AUDIO R red AUDIO L white f VHF UHF CABLE 3 Coaxial cable OUT pa AN cable not supplied VHF UHF AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO SVIDEO Satellite receiver 4 SATELLITE IN LINE OUT Satellite antenna cable S VIDEO cable not supplied Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc 39 AL uoljsefo1d A97 241 dn Bulyas j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Satellite Receiver with a VCR 40 Disconnect all power sources before making any connections vn GOFF Ah WOW N Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter Using a coaxial cable connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the LCD projection TV s CABLE jack Using a coaxial cable connect the splitter s other output jack to the satellite receiver s VHF UHF IN jack Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s SATELLITE IN jack Using a coaxial cable connect the satellite receiver s VHF UHF OUT jack to the VCR s VHF UHF IN jack Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the satellite receiver s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Run Auto Program as describe
3. JPEGs captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion in full screen This is a result of the way digital video cameras record still images and is not a result of a malfunction with the LCD projection TV Photo Controls To Do This Do This Display the next or Press or to highlight the Previous Next previous file on the button Then press to go to the previous file or to When the menu is Memory Stick go to the next file hidden press lt or to A Hide the Photo menu bar With the highlight in the Photo menu bar press go to the previous or displaying only the photo next photo Display the hidden Photo Press menu bar Play the JPEG voice memo Highlight Play and then press C To pause the files only voice memo highlight Ill Pause and then press C Display the Memory Stick Press or to highlight Index in the Photo menu bar Index again and press C For details on the Memory Stick Index see page 82 Access additional options See Photo Menu Bar Options on page 84 in the Photo menu bar Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press lt F1 button on the remote control 83 Jamal JINS Aowa ay Buisn f Using the Memory Stick Viewer Photo Menu Bar Options JPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon The Print Quantity feature is also known as DPOF Digital Print Order Format 84 The Photo menu bar lets
4. Audio receiver connecting 45 Auto Program channel setup 54 102 Auto SAP 99 B Balance adjusting 98 Bass adjusting 98 Batteries inserting in remote 55 Black Corrector 97 BN Smoother 97 Brightness adjusting 94 C Cable connecting 29 30 with VCR connecting 35 Cable box connecting with VCR 36 using with TV remote control 60 CableCARD 52 112 Camcorder connecting 44 Caption Vision 108 110 CATV See cable Channel Fix 102 Channel Menu 93 102 Channels Auto Program 102 creating labels 103 channels setting up 54 Clear White 97 Clock Timers 111 Closed caption modes 93 108 Color temperature adjusting 95 Color adjusting 94 Connecting Audio receiver 45 Cable box 31 32 Cable and antenna 30 Cable or antenna 29 Camcorder 44 DVD player 42 Satellite receiver 39 41 VCR 35 38 40 41 CONTROL S 51 D Detail Enhancer 97 Diagnostics 112 Digital Channels 102 Digital subchannels 65 DISPLAY button 57 63 Display unit controls 22 Display turning off 57 DRC Mode 96 DRC Palette 96 DVD player using with TV remote control 61 62 with A V connectors connecting 43 with component video connectors connecting 42 E Effect 98 Enlarging pictures in Twin View 70 ENT button 56 63 error messages Memory Stick 118 F Favorite Channel setting up 102 using 71 Features 12 FREEZE button 56 Freeze using 73 FUNCTION button 56 G Game Picture 100 Gamma Corrector 97 GUIDE button 56
5. 50 You can use the LCD Projection TV s DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT jack to connect a digital audio device that is PCM Dolby digital compatible such as an audio amplifier Using an optical audio cable connect the device s OPTICAL IN jack to the LCD projection TV s DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT jack Rear of LCD projection TV PCM DOLBY DIGITAL The DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT jack is available only when a digital TV channel is received Optical audio cable not supplied Audio amplifier OPTICAL IN Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your LCD projection TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control the CONTROL S feature allows you to always point your remote control at your LCD projection TV instead of having to point it at the other equipment which might be hidden or out of direct line of sight Rear of LCD projection TV IN OUT CONTROL S 51 AL uon afo1d G97 241 dn buiyes i Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Using CableCARD CableCARD provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels without the need for a set top box that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television The CableCARD which is provided by your cable TV company is inserted into the TV s rear panel Cab
6. 59 Jo uog ajoway y Bursn Hl Using the Remote Control Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control Operating a Cable Box Operating a Satellite Receiver 60 To operate other connected equipment with your LCD projection TV remote control first turn to page 59 and program the necessary code For operating video equipment press TV VIDEO repeatedly till you see the video input on the screen for your connected equipment Remote control operation tips are provided below 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 satellite receiver Turn on off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Display channel number Display SAT Guide Display SAT Menu Move highlight cursor Select item Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION SAT CABLE POWER 0 9 ENT CH JUMP Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION SAT CABLE POWER 0 9 ENT CH JUMP DISPLAY GUIDE MENU tte Operating a VCR Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer Operating a 5 1ch DVD AV System SONY DAV To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the VCR Turn on off Change channels Record Play Stop Fast forward Rewind the tape Pause Search the picture forward or backward To Do This Activate the remote
7. 64 Guide menu 65 H High Altitude 109 Hue adjusting 94 l Image Shift 109 Info Banner 108 Inputs labeling 109 Installation of the Projection TV 25 27 interlaced 114 J JUMP button 57 63 L Label Channels 103 video inputs 109 Lamp replacing 16 19 Language 109 Live Color 97 Live Color Demo 112 Continued 127 M Memory Stick Duo 79 features 75 Index 81 indicator LED 22 insertion slot 22 panning photos 85 photo options 84 playing movies 86 precautions 91 removing 80 rotating photos 85 slide show options 88 troubleshooting 117 viewing photos 83 zooming photos 85 MENU button 57 63 Menu Color 109 Menus Applications 93 111 Audio 93 98 Channel 93 102 Parent 93 104 Screen 93 100 Setup 93 108 Video 93 94 Mild Mode 95 Mode Pro 94 Standard 94 Vivid 94 MTS Auto SAP 99 MUTING button 63 N Noise Reduction 95 O Overscan 101 P Parent Menu 93 104 Parental control described 12 Parental Lock 104 Password changing 105 PICTURE button 56 Picture contrast adjusting 94 Picture size adjusting in Twin View 70 128 Power Saving 95 POWER STANDBY indicator 22 122 problems troubleshooting 115 121 Program Guide 64 Program Options menu 65 progressive 114 R Ratings setting 106 viewing blocked programs 105 Rear panel controls and connections 23 Remote control inserting batteries 55 programming 58 59 Removing channels from the channel list 103 RESET
8. Overview The table on the next page describes the buttons on the remote control Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA R6 batteries supplied by matching the and on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment 1 SS To avoid possible damage from battery leakage remove the batteries if you anticipate the remote control will not be used for an extended period Handle the remote control with care Avoid dropping it getting it wet or placing it in direct sunlight near a heater or in high humidity Your remote control can be programmed to operate most video equipment See Programming the Remote Control on page 58 55 Jo uog ajoway y Bursn i Using the Remote Control Button Descriptions Button 1 DVD VCR SAT CABLE Power Buttons 2 MUTING 3 PICTURE MODE WIDE MODE 4 0 9 ENT TO 6 GUIDE TOP MENU FAVORITES 4 4 e gt 9 FUNCTION Buttons DVD VCR Operating Buttons i Oo Twin View 2 FREEZE 13 VOL 14 RESET 56 Description Press to turn on and off the equipment you have programmed into the remote control For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 58 DVD VCR Press to turn on and off the video equipment SAT CABLE Press to turn on and off the satellite receiver or cable box Press to mute the sound Press again
9. remove all Memory Stick media from the LCD projection TV s Memory Stick slot and store in a safe location when not in use ip D a Gs G 2 Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory Stick Index Turn on the LCD projection TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view To insert a Memory Stick see Inserting a Memory Stick on page 78 If the Memory Stick Index does not appear press button on the remote control The Memory Stick Index appears which displays thumbnail images of the files stored on the Memory Stick Information about the highlighted photo or movie Summer 2004 DSC0001 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 Highlighted thumbnail Thumbnails of photos and movies Memory Stick menu bar About the Lock and Movie Icons on the Thumbnail Images Indicates the thumbnail is a movie MPEG1 file instead of a photo JPEG file Indicates the thumbnail is locked Locked files cannot be changed or deleted For details see Protect on page 84 and 87 Ca oy Indicates that the photo is marked to be printed Indicates that the photo has an associated voice memo 81 Jamal JINS Aowa ay Buisn f Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory Stick Index 82 The following describes how to use the Memory Stick Index To Do This Do This Move the highlight to a photo voice memo or movie E th
10. 1 4 VHS DVD Receiver Satellite Cable Box 8mm DTV Game LD Beta Skip 0 5 8 DVD Satellite Cable Box DTV HD Game PVR Skip If you select Skip your LCD projection TV skips the selected connection when you press TV VIDEO snuayy ay Buisn i choice English Espa ol Fran ais Enables you to select a specific color for the on screen menus from Gray Red Green Indigo Purple and Translucent Corrects the image on your LCD projection TV Before adjusting After adjusting Auto Factory setting Automatically corrects double images Level 1 4 Select a level from 1 4 to align the images and improve the picture On Select to use the LCD projection TV at an altitude of 5 000 feet 1 500 m or higher Off Select to use the LCD projection TV at normal altitude 109 Using the Menus Programming Caption Vision 110 If you selected the Program option under Caption Vision see page 108 you can change the following settings Option Description Basic Allows you to select basic analog EIA 608 closed caption options CC1 CC2 Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound CC3 CC4 effects of a program Should be set to CC 1 for most programs Texti Displays network station information presented using Text2 either half or the whole screen if available For Text3 Text4 closed captioning set to CC 1 Advanced Allows you to select advanced digital EIA 708 closed caption opti
11. 1 file See your camera s instruction manual for details 86 When you select a movie from the Memory Stick Index described on page 81 it displays as shown below with the following controls Summer 2004 MOVO00012 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 12 of 25 On FA Enlarge gt lt IE HE Index Slide Show O File 0 MPEG movies recorded in VX Fine mode with Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer To Do This Do This Enlarge the movie window Press or to highlight Enlarge and then press To display the movie controls again press C When the movie playback ends the movie controls are displayed again Play the movie with the Press or to highlight play and then movie controls displayed press C Pause the movie While the movie is playing the gt button changes to the Il pause button Press or to highlight Ill Pause and then press GD Display the previous or next Press or to highlight the Previous Next file on the Memory Stick button Then press to go to the previous file or to go to the next file Hide the Movie menu bar With the highlight in the Movie menu bar press displaying only the movie Display the hidden Movie Press menu bar Access additional options in See Movie Menu Bar Options on page 87 the Movie menu bar Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press lt button on the remote control Movie Menu Bar Options
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13. MPEG1 files that are protected are indicated by the Lock g icon Using the Memory Stick Viewer To access the Movie menu bar 1 Use or to highlight Index in the Movie menu bar 2 Press or to select Index Slide Show or File 3 Press or to select the desired option Option Description Displays the Memory Stick Index with the highlight on the thumbnail of the currently displayed movie Index Slide Show File Displays the Slide Show menu For details see Slide Show Menu Options on page 88 Protect Delete Allows you to protect the MPEG1 file from any changes When an MPEGI file is protected it cannot be deleted Select On or Off Deletes the MPEG1 file from the Memory Stick You cannot delete an MPEGI file that has been protected or if the Memory Stick is locked 87 damalj JINS Aowa ay Buisn fl Using the Memory Stick Viewer Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options Slide Show Menu The Slide Show menu includes the following options Options Option Description az Start Starts the Slide Show The Slide Show menu Music Allows you to select background audio to play during the Slide is the same whether Show es ales it e the Off No additional background audio is played during EA m ndex the Slide Show Audio that is associated with the page 81 Photo JPEG or MPEG files will play page 83 or Movie page 86 menus Play Memory Plays all MP3 files on the Memory Stick The Stick
14. Programming the Remote operate the cable box Control on page 58 Activate the remote control to operate the cable Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION once and the SAT CABLE box indicator lights up Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels When using the cable box the LCD projection TV must stay on the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 You can use the LCD projection TV s Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel For details see Using the Channel Menu on page 102 Switch the LCD projection TV s input between Press ANT to switch back and forth between the LCD projection the cable box and cable TV s VHF UHF scrambled channels and CABLE unscrambled inputs 31 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable Box For best results use this connection if O Your cable company scrambles all channels which requires you to use a cable box Before connecting a cable box see Using Q You do not have a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 CableCARD on page 52 is With this connection you can Q Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box With this connection all channels come into the LCD projection TV through your cable box and only one unscrambled signal is sent to the LCD projection TV so you cannot use the dua
15. R6 batteries These items are all you need to set up and use the TV We recommend that you carefully review the contents of the following five sections in the order shown to ensure that you fully understand the operation of your new LCD projection TV 1 5 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV This section guides you through your initial setup It shows you how to install your LCD projection TV to connect your new components and to connect the antenna and cable Using the Remote Control This section shows you how to begin using your new LCD projection TV It also shows you how to use your remote control functions Using the Features This section provides information on using the Program Guide Wide Screen Mode Twin View Favorite Channels and Freeze Function Using the Memory Stick Viewer This section shows you how to use the Memory Stick Viewer to view files that are stored on Memory Stick media such as photographs and movies Using the Menus This section teaches you how to access on screen menus and adjust your LCD projection TV settings Instructions in this manual are written for the remote control Similar controls are also found on the LCD projection TV console 11 AL uonzaloig GQ7 Auog ay Bulsnposuy Hl Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Features 12 Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new LCD projection TV include Q WEGA Engine Delivers superb picture quality from any vi
16. TV s setup set parental controls and more Switch the TV s input between sources connected to the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE inputs 63 64 LL 66 S 68 71 z 73 z S g a O Do This Press TV FUNCTION Press TV POWER To tune to analog channels press 0 9 and then ENT For digital subchannels press 0 9 press 0 9 again and then ENT For example to select subchannel 21 13 press 2 1 C 1 3 and then press ENT You can also select channels using the program guide See page 65 for details Press VOL Press MUTING press again or VOL to unmute Press JUMP The LCD projection TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected Press DISPLAY once to display the channel number current time and channel label if set Press DISPLAY again to turn Display off Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV s video inputs Press MENU to display the Menu For details see Using the Menus on page 93 Press ANT to alternate between sources connected to the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE inputs 63 Using the Features Using the Program Guide Displaying the Program Guide 64 This LCD projection TV is equipped to show program information if it is available from the station The program guide lets you review program information and select both analog and digital channels To display the program guide d Tune your LC
17. and video cameras automatically record still Names photo and movie files using DCF compliant directory and file names If you selected the Digital Camera Folders option as described on page 89 you might want to have your digital camera s instruction manual handy in order to check how files and directories are organized for your specific model of digital camera DCF stands for Design Rules for Camera File Systems which are specifications established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association JEITA formerly JEIDA 90 Memory Stick Precautions Using the Memory Stick Viewer When using Memory Stick media follow these precautions Q m CUDO m To avoid permanent damage to still image data do not turn off the LCD projection TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on Avoid touching the terminal of Memory Stick media or bringing it into contact with a metal object Do not drop bend or submit Memory Stick media to external shock Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media Avoid getting liquid on Memory Stick media Apply labels only within the designated label area Label Area 4 mw Memory STICK To avoid permanent damage to still image data do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to b High temperature such as near a heater or i
18. button 56 Resetting Audio options 98 Video options 94 S Satellite receiver connecting 39 using with TV remote control 60 Screen Menu 93 setting up channels 54 Setup menu 108 Sharpness adjusting 94 Show Hide Channels 103 Simulated 98 Speaker 99 Specifications 123 124 Steady Sound adjusting 98 T Timer set current 112 TIMER indicator 22 121 Timer setting 111 Treble adjusting 98 troubleshooting 115 121 TruSurround 98 TV FUNCTION button 63 TV POWER button 57 63 TV VIDEO button 57 63 Twin View activating a picture 68 described 12 using 68 V VCR using with TV remote control 61 with cable box connecting 36 with cable connecting 35 with satellite receiver connecting 40 Vertical Center 101 Vertical Size 101 Video inputs labeling 109 Video Menu 93 94 Video Modes selecting 94 Viewing area recommended 27 Virtual Dolby 98 VOL button 56 63 Ww White Balance 97 Wide Mode 100 Wide Screen Mode 66 Z Zoom feature with Twin View 70 http www sony net Printed in U S A
19. coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc AN cable not supplied Audio receiver 45 AL uoljsefo1d A97 241 dn Bum s j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Digital Cable Box Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Using a component video cable connect the digital cable box s Y Ps and Pr jacks to the LCD projection TV s Y Ps and Pr jacks Use the HD DVD IN 5 or 6 connection Component video Y Ps Pr connection is necessary to view 480p 720p and 1080i formats Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in a resolution of 1368 dots x 768 lines 2 Using an audio cable connect the digital cable box s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks The Y Ps and Pr jacks do not provide audio so audio cables must be connected to provide sound Digital cable box y Rear of LCD projection TV D HD DVD IN err 9so7205 7 IBEO z Pr AN he 2 uE 9 Component video AUOD OUT cable not supplied AUDIO L white AUDIO R red Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Audio cable not supplied 46 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Digital Satellite Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Receiver 1 Using a component
20. does not scramble Before connecting a cable all channels box see Using CableCARD on page 52 Q You do not have a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 With this connection you can Q Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF input jack You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 58 Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels coming directly into the LCD projection TV s CABLE input The LCD projection TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box 2 Use all the dual picture features for unscrambled channels coming directly into the LCD projection TV s CABLE input jack Splitter AL uoNsefo1g A97 24 dn Buras j Coaxial cable CATV cable Me mt J gt C1 70 Or Coaxial Cable box cable Coaxial cable CABLE VHF UHF Rear of LCD projection TV This connection will allow you to take advantage of viewing the pictures in Dual Picture Features such as Twin View Freeze etc Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Use the cable box Tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Set up the LCD projection TV remote control to Program the remote control See
21. lamp is hot 5 Reattach the lamp Place back the new lamp and tighten the screw Replace the lamp cover slide the knob to right till the A mark matches and then tighten the screw If the lamp cover screw is inserted incorrectly the lamp may not operate properly In such a case remove the screw insert it correctly and then tighten the screw completely If the lamp cover is not reattached securely the self diagnostic function may be triggered and the POWER STANDBY indicator flashes three times See page 122 18 Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV G Reattach the Front Panel Cover securely Press firmly ya Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL 2200 replacement lamp Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in unplugging the connecting cords Rough handling may cause the LCD projection TV to fall damaging the TV the TV stand and or the floor 19 AL uonsefloig G37 Auog ay Burpnponul Hl Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your LCD projection TV Topic Page s LCD Projection TV Front Panel and Connectors 22 Installing the LCD Projection TV 25 Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antenna 28 Connecting Optional Equipment 33 VCR and Cable 35 VCR and Cable Box 36 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 38 Satellite Receiver 39 Satellite Receiver
22. 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 LCD projection 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 LCD projection TV screen and then the even lines 1080i is one of the formats used by HDTV High Definition TV Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Twin View Other Information 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 1 877 899 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 Problem Possible Remedies I cannot get Twin View to work There is no Twin View window or it is just static Twin View cannot display anything but TV channels Twin View display
23. modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your warranty and your authority to operate this equipment Safety O Operate the LCD projection TV only on 120 V AC _ The plug is designed for safety purposes to fit into the wall outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your dealer L If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet unplug the LCD projection TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further 2 Ifyou will not be using the LCD projection TV for several days disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself Never pull on the cord d For details concerning safety precautions see Important Safeguards on page 5 Installing L To prevent internal heat buildup do not block the ventilation openings Do not install the LCD projection TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration _ Avoid operating the LCD projection TV at temperature below 41 F 5 C If the LCD projection TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm location or if the room temperature changes suddenly the picture may be blurred or show poor color In this case please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before turning on the LCD projection TV L To obtain the best picture do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight It i
24. or press VOL to unmute Press repeatedly to cycle through the available video picture modes Vivid Standard Pro The video picture modes can be also accessed in the Video menu For details see Selecting Video Options on page 94 Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Screen Mode setting Wide Zoom Normal Full and Zoom The Wide Screen Mode setting can be also accessed in the Screen menu For details see Using Wide Screen Mode on page 66 Press 0 9 to select a channel the channel changes after 2 seconds Press ENT to change channels immediately Use with 0 9 and ENT buttons to select digital channels for example 2 1 For details on selecting digital channels see page 64 Press to display the TV s program guide When FUNCTION is switched on SAT CABLE press to display the program guide of your satellite program provider Press to display the Favorite Channels list For details see page 71 Press to move the on screen cursor To select an item press Press to have the remote control operate the equipment you want For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 58 When FUNCTION is switched on DVD VCR these buttons operate the video equipment you have programmed into the remote control For details see Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control on page 60 ff Pause E Stop 4 lt Fast Reverse Play gt gt Fast Forward Record b
25. replacement lamp not supplied for replacement Use of any other lamp may damage the LCD projection TV O Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement Doing so may cause injury or fire Q Before replacing the lamp turn the power off on the main unit Wait several minutes then unplug the power cord The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off 2 Allow the lamp to cool down completely before removing it The surface of the lamp remains extremely hot for at least 30 minutes after the power has been turned off 2 Do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp receptacle of the LCD projection TV after removing the lamp Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock To avoid being burned do not touch the lamp receptacle once the lamp has been removed O Mount the new lamp securely Failure to do so may cause a fire or the screen to go dark Q Do not touch the glass of the new lamp with your fingers Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp as this may reduce picture quality or lamp life The used lamp For customers in the United States This product contains mercury Disposal of this product may be regulated if sold in the United States For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance http www eiae org Q Do not leave the used lamp near flammable materials or with
26. settings if you have connected the device to the VHF UHF jack C2 C6 Fix your TV s channel setting to C2 C6 CABLE input and use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels Video 1 Use when connecting a cable box TV output should be connected through the cable box Video 5 Use when connecting a cable box TV output should be connected through the cable box Digital Channels Add Select to add digital channels Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels for the current input VHF UHF or CABLE Auto Program may take up to 50 minutes to complete A progress bar will display the approximate progress of the Auto Program and Digital Channels Add sequences Using the Menus Option Description Show Hide Allows you to show or hide channels that appear in the Program Channels that you set Channels Guide see page 64 and when you use the CH buttons to to hide can only be channel surf Channels that are set to Hidden do not appear in apis with the 0 9 the Program Guide or when you use the CH buttons uttons 1 Press or to highlight the channel that you want to show or hide To move between the Major and Digital subchannel lists press or 2 To change a channel s setting to Shown or Hidden press 3 To show or hide more channels repeat steps 1 and 2 lf you select to hide or show a major digital channel all the sub channels are automatica
27. the Memory Stick Viewer The Memory Stick Viewer is compatible with JPEG images taken with Sony digital still cameras and MPEG1 movies taken with Sony digital cameras and camcorders To be viewable in the Memory Stick Viewer files must have the following file name extensions File Type Supported File Name Extensions JPEG Jpg Jpeg MPEG1 mpg mpeg Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo and MagicGate are trademarks of Sony Corporation Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly 77 J M IA JINS Aowa ay Bursn f Using the Memory Stick Viewer Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick If you are using a Memory Stick Duo and PRO Duo see Inserting the Memory Stick Duo on page 79 Inserting a Locate the Memory Stick slot and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Memory Stick Stick slot as illustrated below When inserted properly it should slide in with little resistance and click into place Be sure to insert the Memory Stick in the correct direction Forcing the Memory Stick in the wrong way may damage it Insert only Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick slot Attempting to insert other objects into the Memory Stick slot may damage the LCD projection TV To remove the Memory Stick see Removing a Memory Stick on page 80 78 Using the Memory Stick Viewer Inserting the Memory Stick Duo is a new compact v
28. the VCR Tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to and then use the cable box to switch channels Pressing ANT on the remote control switches between the channels coming in through the cable box unscrambled and those coming directly to the LCD projection TV scrambled 37 AL uoljsefo1d A97 241 dn Bulyas j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Two VCRs for Tape Editing EES o Using S VIDEO jacks See page 34 Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc 38 VCR playback If you connect two VCRs you can record from one VCR to the other while using your LCD projection TV to monitor what is being recorded Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Using A V cables connect the playback VCR s AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks to the recording VCR s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks 2 Using A V cables connect the recording VCR s AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks Rear of LCD projection TV s vipeo E a v UV VCR recording AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO LINE IN LINE T AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO 656 Une VIDEO mO IN veo LO O 299 a A AUDIO OUT NE OUT roe IN ouT In O i an ee o on A AUDIO R red 3 7 AUDIO L white 2 VIDEO yellow
29. the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF VHF transmitted by cable companies or satellite for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster cable company and or program owner NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference with radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Q Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas _1 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
30. vary by and are dependent upon the design of host hardware devices Memory Stick PRO in this LCD projection TV has been tested to support up to 1 GB media capacity and does not support high speed transfer MagicGate copyright protection technology or access control security features Sony cannot guarantee or assure the Memory Stick functionality on this television in the following cases Q You are using non Sony brand Memory Stick media Q You are using video or audio clips that have been processed on a computer Q You are using files that were obtained from the Internet or from a printed film processing center Q The Memory Stick has been formatted on a personal computer Sony recommends that you back up all data stored on Memory Stick media to avoid potential data loss In the above two cases in order to avoid potential data corruption that may occur be sure to back up data prior to use with the TV s Memory Stick Viewer Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to Memory Stick media is lost or damaged For certain non Sony brand Memory Stick media you can view images but you cannot rotate delete or protect unprotect images on the television An error message will occur if you attempt any of these operations This is a result of the unique file directory structure on these particular flash memory media and is not a malfunction of the television File Compatibility Trademark Information Using
31. video cable connect the digital satellite receiver s Y Ps and Pr jacks to the LCD projection TV s Y Ps and Pr jacks Use the HD DVD IN 5 or 6 connection Component video Y Ps Pr connection is necessary to view 480p 720p and 1080i formats Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in a resolution of 1368 dots x 768 lines 2 Using an audio cable connect the digital satellite receiver s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks The Y Ps and Pr jacks do not provide audio so audio cables must be connected to provide sound Rear of LCD projection TV Digital satellite receiver Y HD DVD IN AHE Ps 480p 480i Pr ae af 9 am iD Component video cable not supplied t D AUDIO L a white AUDIO R red fill Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Audio cable not supplied 47 AL uoljsefold A97 241 dn Bum s j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Digital Satellite Use this hookup if Receiver with HDMI 2 Your digital satellite receiver has a High Definition Multimedia Connector Interface HDMI Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Using an HDMI cable not supplied connect the digital satellite receiver s HDMI OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s HDMI IN jack Use the HDMI IN 7 input or 8 input connection The HDMI
32. with a VCR 40 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 42 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 43 Camcorder 44 Audio Receiver 45 Digital Cable Box 46 Digital Satellite Receiver 47 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connector 48 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector 50 Using the Control S Feature 51 Using CableCARD 52 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List 54 21 AL uoljsefo1d A97 241 dn Bum s j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV LCD Projection TV Front Panel and Connectors Front Panel 22 CHANNEL Item Description 1 Memory Stick When the Memory Stick indicator is lit indicates that the indicator Memory Stick is being read Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is lit 2 Memory Stick slot For inserting Memory Stick media to view on your LCD projection TV For details See Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick on page 78 ights up in red when the lamp for the light source has 3 LAMP LED Lights up in red when the lamp for the ligh h burned out For details see Replacing the Lamp on page 16 4 TIMER LED When lit indicates one of the timers is set When the timer is set this LED will remain lit even if the TV set is turned off For details see page 122 5 POWER Lights up in green when the TV set is turned on When in STANDBY LED standby mode the LED lights up in red T
33. you access additional photo viewing options To access the Photo menu bar 1 Press or to select Slide Show View or File 2 Use to select the desired option Option Description Index Displays the Memory Stick Index with the highlight on the currently displayed photo s thumbnail For details see Using the Memory Stick Index on page 81 Slide Show Displays the Slide Show menu For details see Slide Show Menu Options on page 88 View Rotate Zoom Pan File Protect Print Quantity Delete Allows you to rotate the photo in 90 degree increments clockwise or counterclockwise For details see Using Rotate on page 85 Allows you to magnify and pan across the photo For details see Using Zoom and Pan on page 85 Allows you to protect the JPEG file from any changes When a JPEG file is protected it cannot be rotated or deleted Select On or Off Allows you to indicate the number of prints to make of the specific photo when the Memory Stick is inserted into a compatible photo printer not supplied Deletes the JPEG file from the Memory Stick You cannot delete a JPEG file that has been protected or if the Memory Stick is locked Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using Zoom To Zoom and Pan a photo and Pan d Inthe Photo menu bar press or to highlight View 2 Press or to highlight Zoom Pan and press C 3 Specify the zoom center point by using then pres
34. you want to watch To change your Favorite Channels list highlight Edit Favorites and press C Using the Features Using the Freeze Function The FREEZE button allows you to temporarily capture a program s picture You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers recipes etc The Freeze feature is not available if you are in Favorite Channels see page 71 or Twin View see page 68 mode To use the Freeze function When the program information you want to capture is displayed on the screen press FREEZE 2 The LCD projection TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the frozen picture on the right while the current program continues on the left Current Frozen program picture in progress 3 To cancel and return to normal viewing press FREEZE again or just turn to another channel 73 sainjeag ay Buisn i Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Memory Stick Features Memory Stick sold separately is a new compact portable and versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds that of a floppy disk Memory Stick is specially designed for sharing digital data among Memory Stick compatible products such as digital cameras and digital video cameras Because it is removable Memory Stick can also be used for external data storage The Memory Stick Viewer on your LCD projection TV allows you to view files that are stored on Memory St
35. 5 Button Descriptions cccseeeeeceeeecceeceeeeeeeeeeeees Programming the Remote Control Manufacturer s Codes ccceeeeeeseeeeseeeeeeeeees Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control cece 60 Operating a Cable Box eeeeeeeeeeee 60 Operating a Satellite Receiver 60 Operating a VCR esesssnssmnaaaroinasa 61 Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer 61 Operating a 5 1ch DVD AV System SONY DAY jicara 61 Operating a DVD VCR or HDD DVD Combo Using the Features OVERVIEW i ascessesendssteises castes A TR 63 Watching IVa eedan e Sheed aee 63 Using the Program Guide 0 ce eeceeeeeeeeeeees 64 Displaying the Program Guide eee 64 Using the Guide Menu eee 65 Using the Program Options Menu 65 Using Wide Screen Mode eeeeeeeeseeeeeees 66 Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 4 3 Source Standard definition source ccceeeeeees 66 Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 16 9 Source High definition source c c 67 Using Twin Views issisicstesesscscsiscossacsisissesiicavsaacasdes 68 Displaying Twin Pictures ee eee eeees 68 Activating the Picture 0 ieee 68 Changing the Picture Size eee 70 Using Favorite Channels Using the Channel Menu Using the Favorite Channels Guide 72 Using the Freeze Function cee eeeeeeeeeeeees 73 Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Memory Stick ccc eeeee
36. ANOS GS6SX09 4SOM SS6SXSS 4OM AL uONsefold A97 2 059 372 11 1 LCD Projection TV HD TV Operating Instructions KDF 55XS955 KDF 60XS955 2004 Sony Corporation pr PALAS Y s m sTer MemorY STICK n WEGA ENGINE Digital Amplifier Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the LCD projection TV below the Sony logo on the sticker and also on the TV box white label Record these numbers in the spaces provided below Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No Serial No Contacting Sony If after reading the following instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony TV Please call one of the following numbers Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 Customers in Canada contact the Customer Relations Center at 1 877 899 SONY 7669 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the LCD projection TV to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR A CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uni
37. CR Cable and Antenna 30 _ No cable box or VCR Cable Box and Cable 31 Cable box unscrambles only some channels usually premium channels L No VCR Cable Box 32 L Cable box unscrambles all channels L No VCR If you are connecting a VCR Q See the connections described on pages 35 and 36 28 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable or Antenna For best results use one of the following connections if you are connecting a cable or an antenna and you 2 Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels If you have a cable box see pages 31 and 32 2 Do not intend to connect a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in your home as described below 75 ohm coaxial cable usually found in newer homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only 75 ohm coaxial Rear of LCD combined cable MID Projection TV VHF UHF VHF UHF Cable D onm coaxial Rear of LCD cable JID Projection TV CABLE 300 ohm twin lead cable usually found in older homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only or 300 ohm twin lead cable UHF Only or combined 3 Rear of LCD Projection TV 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 ID 75 ohm coaxial cable Rear of LCD A Projection TV U V mixer VHF UHF not supplied 300 ohm twin
38. D projection TV to a channel by using the 0 9 and ENT buttons 2 Press GUIDE TOP MENU on the LCD projection TV s remote control The program guide will appear with the currently selected program showing in the background Channel number call letters etc Program title and description program e Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley two duration time wayward ducks on a unique mission remaining rating Time remaining 1 26 information closed caption availability etc Selectable channel list Program information in the guide is provided by the broadcasters As a result it may sometimes include only the channel number without a program title or description Using the Guide Menu Using the Program Options Menu Using the Features The Program Guide menu allows you to select channels from a dropdown list The Guide provides information about the current program being shown on each channel Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley two wayward ducks on a unique mission Time remaining 1 26 sainjeay ay Buisn i Subchannels are additional channels of programming broadcast simultaneously For example channel 4 might include three subchannels 4 1 4 2 4 3 that are showing programs at the same time The Program Options menu allows you to customize the program settings on the currently tuned channel Option Description Alternate Each
39. IDEO Lono woo ac 7 Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc 2 Equipment with S VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO S VIDEO O06 Audio cable 34 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV VCR and Cable Use this hookup if 2 You have cable TV that does not require a cable box Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Connect the coaxial connector from your cable service to the VCR s IN jack 2 Using a coaxial cable connect the VCR s OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s CABLE jack 3 Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Rear of LCD projection TV VIDEON ZA caste D Coaxial cable VIDEO yellow AUDIO L white S VIDEO AUDIO R red VCR AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO SVIDEO OUT 1 Ol Q Q IN Ea i Cable AN cable 3 not supplied S VIDEO cable not supplied If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable 35 AL uoljsefold A97 241 dn Humas j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV VCR and Cable Box Before connecting a cable box see Using CableCARD on page 52 36 Use this hookup if Q m m Your cable TV c
40. Off Mild Mode On Select for a natural soft picture Off Select to turn off Mild Mode Mild Mode is unavailable when Mode is set to Vivid Power Standard Select to view picture without the benefit of Power Saving Saving Reduced Select to view picture with reduced power consumption The picture becomes darker but also enhances the black level snuayy ay Buisn i Continued 95 Using the Menus Option Description Advanced Select Program to choose among the options described below Video DRC Mode Creates a high resolution picture with 4 x density for high quality sources i e DVD player satellite receiver High Density Recommended for moving pictures 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 DRC Mode is not available when watching 480p 720p and 1080i sources Also not available when Mild Mode is On or when using multi picture functions Twin View Freeze or Memory Stick DRC Palette 96 Allows you to customize the level of detail Reality and smoothness Clarity for up to three input sources For example you can create one Custom setting to optimize your cable input s picture and create another to optimize your DVD player s picture You can switch among the three Custom settings 1 Press th
41. Piano MP3 file is not played Piano Plays the MP3 file stored in the LCD projection Built in TV s internal memory music Listof MP3 Displays a list of all MP3 files found at the top level Files root of the Memory Stick To show additional MP3 files stored in other folders on the Memory Stick select Complete List ET Complete Displays a list of all available MP3 files The list is When you select List sorted in alphabetical order grouped by folder Complete List it may Transition take a moment to Effect display the list of all MP3 files Slide Advance Some JPEG files may take longer to display than others which may make it seem longer than the interval you File selected for Slide Information Advance Repeat Allows you to select an effect to be used when advancing to the next file in the Slide Show Allows you to specify when to advance to the next slide Fast Medium Slow Manual Advance Slide advances after about 3 seconds Slide advances after about 6 seconds Slide advances after about 12 seconds Slide advances only after you press or Determines whether file information is displayed Select On or Off On Off Slide Show continuously loops Slide Show plays once through all files and ends Using the Memory Stick Viewer Folder Menu The Folder menu includes the following options Options Option Description Select Allows you to select different folders to view in the Memory Stick Fol
42. Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Falling When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall 26 To ensure the safety of children and the LCD projection TV keep children away from the TV during installation Climbing on or pushing the LCD projection TV or its stand may cause it to fall AS a protective measure secure the LCD projection TV as follows Using the LCD projection TV stand with support belts Sony strongly recommends using the TV stand designed for your LCD projection TV SU GW 12 not supplied Keep your LCD projection TV at least 4 inches 10 cm away from the wall to provide proper ventilation Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Recommended Your viewing position may affect the picture quality Viewing Area For the best picture quality install your LCD projection TV within the areas shown below Model Viewing distance KDF 55XS955 min 6 8 ft approx 2 1 m KDF 60XS955 min 7 ft approx 2 2 m Horizontal Viewing Area Vertical Viewing Area Min Th Phro in s a x 22 m ta pe m 27 AL uon2 foid A97 ay dn Burnas j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you connect your LCD projection TV will vary depending on how your home receives a signal cable cable box antenna and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR If You Are Connecting See Page Cable or Antenna 29 i No cable box or V
43. SAP or customizing the Effect of the sound on your TV The Screen Menu allows you to make Wide Mode 100 adjustments and make changes to the screen s vertical center and size The Channel Menu allows you to set up a Favorite 102 Channels list run the Auto Program function label channels and more The Parent Menu lets you control the viewing of programs 104 based on their ratings The Setup Menu provides options for setting up your 108 system including selecting closed caption modes labeling video inputs selecting the language of the on screen menus and more The Applications Menu lets you display the Memory Stick 111 Viewer set on off Timers access CableCARD and diagnostics information and more 93 Using the Menus 3 Using the Video Menu To select the Video menu 1 Press MENU Selecting Video Options To quickly and easily change from one Picture Mode to another use PICTURE on the remote control Mild Mode is not available when picture mode is set to Vivid 94 2 Press or to highlight the Video icon J and press Noah Q Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Press to select a feature Use the arrow buttons to make the desired adjustments Press to select set Press MENU to exit the menu screen To restore the factory default settings for the Video settings 2 Press RESET on the remote control when in the Video menu The Video menu includes the followin
44. VD VCR POWER If you have a DVD VCR combo component Select the DVD F1 Select the VCR F2 If you have a HDD DVD combo component Select the DVD Pi Select the HDD F2 Record and simultaneously Play p Stop E Fast forward gt gt Rewind the tape lt lt Pause i Search the picture forward B gt or lt lt during playback or backward release to resume normal playback Display the DVD menu TOP MENU Play p Stop E Pause H Step through different tracks of P to step forward or lt 4 to step the disc backward Step through different chapters CH to step forward or CH to step DVD of a video disc backward To Do This Press Turn on off DVD VCR POWER Change the volume VOL MUTING Using the Features Overview Watching TV For a complete list of all the functions of the remote control see pages 55 62 This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV Topic Page Watching TV Using the Program Guide Using Wide Screen Mode Using Twin View Using Favorite Channels Using the Freeze Function To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the TV Turn on off the TV Tune directly to a channel Adjust the volume Mute the sound Alternate back and forth between two channels Display the current channel number and other information Switch the TV s input to the VCR DVD player or other connected equipment Change video and audio options customize the
45. able box and other video equipment you can view the cable box output in one window and view a different source such as a VCR or DVD player in the second window by using the TV VIDEO button Q Digital TV channels as well as any sources connected to the HD DVD IN 5 6 and HDMI IN 7 8 inputs display in the left window but not the right Q If you are viewing a 4 3 source and a 16 9 enhanced source such as a DVD side by side the 4 3 source appears larger 2 Twin View does not display channels that are blocked by parental settings see page 104 69 Using the Features Changing the Picture Size 70 The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right pictures To enlarge the left To enlarge the right picture reduce the picture reduce the right left 1 Press to d Press to activate the left activate the right picture if not picture if not already already activated activated 2 Press to Press to enlarge enlarge the the picture and picture and to to reduce the reduce the picture picture When you adjust the picture sizes in Twin View the LCD projection TV memorizes the change The next time you use the Twin View function the memorized sizes appear Using the Features Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify You can create a list using the Favorite Channels option in the Chann
46. age from connected equipment Favorite Channel Preview Allows you to preview up to sixteen favorite channels without leaving the current channel Wide Screen Mode Allows you to watch 4 3 normal broadcasts in wide screen mode 16 9 aspect ratio Steady Sound Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface 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 multi channel digital audio 13 AL uonsefloig G37 Auog ay Bulsnposjuy fl Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV 14 Ii l e n Screen Projection lamp Indicators under the panel Indicators The indicators show the current status of your LCD projection TV Screen To minimize reflection the screen s surface has a special coating Read the instructions Cleaning the Screen Surface on page 15 carefully before cleaning Inappropriate cleaning methods could damage the screen s finish Projection lamp Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source The projection lamp is located under the Control Panel Cover as noted in the diagram above Note the following Q After turning on your LCD projection TV it may
47. ases you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control In such cases use the equipment s own remote control unit Manufacturer s Codes DVD Players Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Audio Dynamic Sony 751 Broksonic General Electric 755 Canon Hitachi 758 Citizen JVC 756 Craig Magnvox 757 Curtis Mathes Mitsubishi 761 Daewoo Panasonic 753 DBX Philips 757 Dimensia Pioneer 752 Emerson RCA PROSCAN 755 Samsung 758 Fisher Toshiba 754 Funai Zenith 760 General Electric Go Video DVD Changers Goldstar Manufacturer Code Hitachi Sony 765 Instant Replay Panasonic 766 JC Penney DVD VCR Combo Units JVC Manufacturer Code Sony 767 Kenwood Broksonic 776 LG JVC 775 LXI SEARS Panasonic 777 Samsung 7714 Mapnavo Toshiba 773 Lani Zenith 768 as Memorex HDD DVD Combo Units ee Manufacturer Code MitsubistMGA Sony 710 171 772 See NEC 5 1ch DVD AV System Olympic Manufacturer Code Optimus Sony DAV 601 602 603 604 Orn _ Panasonic AV Receivers Pentax Manufacturer Code Philco Sony 764 Philips Pioneer VCRs Quasar Manufacturer Code RCA PROSCAN Sony 301 302 303 Admiral 327 M Ward Realistic Aiwa 338 344 Sansui Code 314 337 319 317 309 308 332 302 332 304 338 309 341 312 309 314 336 337 304 319 320 316 317 318 341 330 335 338 329 304 309 322 339 340 332 306 304 305 338 309 308 309 305 304 330 314
48. ation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus amp When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture doe
49. be activated by your local cable TV provider before you can receive digital cable TV services See the activation instructions on pages 52 53 Check the Diagnostics and CableCARD menu options see page 112 This can be useful in providing information to an authorized technician or repair person Contact your cable TV provider Memory Stick Other Information Problem Possible Remedies Image does not display Cannot see all files JPEG image displays undesirable motion or flicker in full screen Rotation not saved after Memory Stick is ejected or Memory Stick Viewer is closed Cannot show or hide file information in full screen or Slide Show Cannot see menu Cannot hear audio while using Memory Stick Not all MP3 files on Memory Stick are included when the Music Complete List option is selected page 88 MP3 files on the Memory Stick are not listed Music files are playing in wrong order Cannot see MP3 list to play music MPEGI movie does not play back correctly m m m m m m Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly Make sure the image file is a JPEG jpg jpeg file or an MPEG1 mpg mpeg file Make sure the Memory Stick is inserted properly see page 75 Check the Filter option setting see page 89 Check the Select Folder setting see page 89 and ensure that files are either in DCF directories if Digital Camera Folders is selected see page 89 or in the curr
50. by BBE Sound Inc under U S Patent No 4 638 258 and 4 482 866 pia Manufactured under license from D1 GITAL Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories m This TV incorporates High Definition Homi Multimedia Interface HDMI technology HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC WEGA Steady Sound Digital Reality Creation CineMotion BN Smoother Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo MagicGate MID and Twin View are trademarks of Sony Corporation Caution Use the following Sony appliance only with the following TV STAND Use with other TV STAND may cause instability and result in possible injury SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO KDF 55XS955 KDF 60XS955 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO SU GW12 Important Safeguards Before using your LCD projection TV 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 sur
51. control to operate the DVD Turn on off If you have a DVD changer to skip disk Play Stop Pause Step through different tracks of the disc Step through different chapters of the disc Select a track directly Display the menu setup Display the top menu Operate the DVD menu To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the DAV Turn on off Select other equipment connected to the DAV Skip a disk Display the DVD menu Display the menu Setup Using the Remote Control Press DVD VCR FUNCTION DVD VCR POWER CH and simultaneously S p EY Q 7 gt gt Ps lt lt 2 i T gt gt or lt lt during playback 9 release to resume normal playback 3 ke Press DVD VCR FUNCTION DVD VCR POWER FI p a EI press again to resume normal playback gt to step forward or lt lt to step backward CH to step forward or CH to step backward 0 9 ENT MENU TOP MENU 4 49G Press DVD VCR FUNCTION DVD VCR POWER F1 F2 TOP MENU MENU Continued 61 Using the Remote Control Operating a DVD VCR or HDD DVD Combo Unit Operating an AV Receiver 62 VCR VCR VCR VCR VCR VCR VCR DVD DVD DVD DVD DVD Move highlight Cursor tte Select item Change the volume VOL MUTING To Do This Press Activate the remote control to DVD VCR FUNCTION opearate the DVD VCR or HDD DVD Turn on off D
52. ction properly after correcting the problems contact qualified Sony personnel 122 Specifications Projection System LCD Panel Projection Lens Antenna Lamp Television System Screen Size measured diagonally Channel Coverage Power Requirements Inputs Outputs HDMI IN Video IN S Video IN Audio IN Component Video Input CONTROL S IN CONTROL S OUT AUDIO VAR FIX OUT RF Inputs Digital Audio Optical Output PCM Dolby Digital CableCARD Slot Speaker Output Other Information 3 LCD Panels 1 lens projection system 0 87 inch TFT LCD panel Approx 3 28 million dots 1 042 168 pixels High Performance large diameter hybrid lens F2 4 75 ohm external terminal for VHF UHF UHP lamp 132W XL 2200 NTSC ATSC 8VSB terrestrial QAM on cable KDF 55XS955 55 inches KDF 60XS955 60 inches Terrestrial analog Cable TV analog Terrestrial digital Cable TV digital 120V 60 Hz 2 total 4 total 1 on front panel 4 total 1 on front panel 7 total 1 on front panel 2 Y Pp Pr PCMCIA Type I II American TV Standard ATSC compliant 8VSB ANSI SCTE 07 2000 2 69 1 125 2 69 1 135 Video 1080i 720p 480p 480i Audio 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 kilohms Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm
53. d in Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List on page 54 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV CATV cable i 1 4 g i A Splitter gt i Satellite Coaxial Coaxial cable CAAA cable cable Rear of LCD projection TV p 4 4 Satellite receiver VIDEO IN 3 4 1 CABLE VHF UHF a N S VIDEO AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO S VIDEO 4 VIDEO Lono 100 R Io G OOO lau AN cable not supplied S VIDEO cable 5 not supplied Coaxial cable AG AUDIO R red YeR AUDIO L white VIDEO yellow utfor alio L VIDEO Me O men 8 8990 He A V cable not supplied S VIDEO cable not supplied Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Be sure your VCR s video input is set correctly Consult your VCR s operating manual for instructions Use TV VIDEO to select VIDEO 1 to watch satellite TV or the VCR your VCR must be turned on If your VCR or satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable 41 AL uonsefo1d A37 241 dn Bum s j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV DVD Player with Use this hookup if Comp onent 2 Your DVD player has component Y B Y R Y jacks Video Connectors Disconnect all power source
54. de settings revert to the 4 3 Default setting in the Screen Menu To retain the current Wide Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed set 4 3 Default to Off For details see page 101 66 Using the Features Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 16 9 Source High definition source original source Upconverted 4 3 Native 16 9 Example Description woe Wide Zoom enlarges the center portion of the picture The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16 9 screen 4 Wide Zoom Normal This mode is not available ji Full displays the picture at its original size ane Zoom enlarges the picture proportionately both vertically and horizontally af X LND d When the TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal Normal cannot be selected When TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal that is 4 3 aspect ratio picture upconverted to 16 9 with a black bar at each side Full returns the picture to its original size sainjeay ay Buisn p Using the Features Using Twin View Displaying Twin Pictures Activating the Picture 68 Twin View lets you see two pictures from two sources from an antenna VCR DVD etc on the screen at the same time You hear the sound from only one of the sources at a time but you can choose which source s sound is selected You can also change the relative size of each of the pictures To display Twin View Make sure your LCD projecti
55. decrease higher pitched sounds Bass Adjust to increase or decrease lower pitched sounds Balance Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance Steady Auto Select to stabilize the volume across all programs Sound and commercials Off Select to turn off Steady Sound Steady Sound is not available when Effect is set to Virtual Dolby TruSurround or Simulated Effect Virtual Dolby Select for surround sound for Dolby surround encoded programs only TruSurround Select for surround sound for stereo programs only Simulated Adds a surround like effect to mono programs Off Normal stereo or mono reception Using the Menus Option Description MTS Stereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a program Enjoy stereo broadcast in stereo bilingualand Auto SAP Select to automatically switch to second audio mono programs when a signal is received If no SAP programs signal is present the LCD projection TV remains in Stereo mode Mono Select for mono reception Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts MTS is available only for analog programs Audio Out This option can be set only when the Speaker option is set to Off Easy control Variable The LCD projection TV s speakers are turned off of volume but the audio output from your audio system can adjustments still be controlled by the LCD projection TV s remote control Fixed The LCD projection TV s speakers are turned off and the audio output of
56. deo source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital to analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing This engine features unique Sony technology including e The first step in the digital processing system Composite Component Processor CCP X which enhances input signal to noise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing e DRC Digital Reality Creation MF V1 Unlike conventional line doublers the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal s NTSC waveform with the near HD equivalent by digital mapping processing The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of detail Reality and smoothness Clarity to create up to three custom palettes e Multi Image Driver MID XU Allows you to watch two programs side by side Twin View You can watch pictures from two different sources 1080i 720p 480p and 480i simultaneously Only the left Twin View window can display 1080i 720p and 480p sources Integrated HDTV You can watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio video quality offered by these programs S master Full Digital Amplifier Delivers superb clear dialog and reproduces the original sound quality while minimizing any sound fragmentation or jitter noise BN Smoother Reduces the block noise caused by digital video encoding and decoding process CineMotion Using the reverse 3 2 pull down technology the CineMotion feature provides smoother picture move
57. der Viewer Digital Camera Selects all folders within the directories Folders defined by the DCF rules used by Sony digital cameras see page 90 JPEG and MPEG1 files in those directories are recognized even if they do not conform to the DCF file naming tules Select a Folder Allows you to access individual folders on the Memory Stick File Order Allows you to change the order in which the Memory Stick files are m displayed The Rotate and Protect Date Order Displays files in chronological order by functions do not modification date change me mes Date Order Displays files in reverse chronological order modification date o Reverse by modification date Alphabetical Displays files in alphabetical order by filename Filter Allows you to selectively display specific file types within the selected folder Show Photosand Displays all readable files Movies Show Photos Displays only photo JPEG files Only Show Movies Displays only movie MPEG1 files Only Show All Print Displays all files marked with the Print Mark Marks feature regardless of the currently selected folder For details see Print Quantity on page 84 Memory Stick Menu The Memory Stick menu displays the current status of the Memory Stick including total capacity used capacity and free capacity 89 damalA JINS Aowa ay Buisn fl Using the Memory Stick Viewer Notes on Using Memory Stick Media About DCF File Most Sony brand digital still
58. e arrow buttons to highlight Custom 1 Custom 2 or Custom 3 and then press C _ The DRC palette appears Custom 1 Press to exit e Reality 25 v Clarity 4 1 gt 2 Press the arrow buttons to adjust the position of the marker As you move the higher along the Reality axis the picture becomes more detailed As you move the to the right along the Clarity axis the picture becomes smoother 3 To save the setting press C To return the Custom options to the default factory settings press the RESET button BN Smoother may not be effective for some connected equipment Option Using the Menus Description DRC Palette is not available when watching 480p 720p and 1080i sources Also not available when Mild Mode is On or when using multi picture functions Twin View Freeze or Memory Stick BN Select to reduce noise caused by digital video Smoother encoding and decoding process It is especially effective for watching a DVD or digital TV picture Select from High Medium Low and Off BN Smoother may not be able to correct image quality from some connected equipment BN Smoother is not available when watching 480p 720p and 1080i sources or when using multi picture functions Twin View Freeze or Memory Stick Live Color Select to enhance the blue and green color Select from High Medium Low and Off Clear Select to emphasize the white colors Select from On White or Off Deta
59. e box using a splitter as described on page 36 you must use a special bi directional splitter that is designed to work with your digital cable box Contact your cable provider for details Only analog channels can be recorded to your VCR The screw of the lamp cover may be slanted Take out the screw insert it straight into the screw hole and then tighten it completely see page 16 When the TV is in use there is a natural rise in temperature causing the cabinet to expand or contract and may be accompanied by a slight creaking noise This is not a malfunction 121 uo eunoju j 19410 jj Other Information Flashing Indicators on the Front of the TV POWER STANDBY c LAMP TIMER t STD DUO The POWER STANDBY green or red and or LAMP red indicators light or flash if there is a problem with or change in the condition of the LCD projection TV The POWER STANDBY green indicator flashes Q The lamp for the light source is ready to turn on The POWER STANDBY red indicator flashes three times Q The lamp cover is not attached securely When you secure the lamp cover the POWER STANDBY indicator flashes in red and the LCD projection TV enters the standby mode see page 22 The LAMP indicator flashes _ The lamp for the light source has burned out Replace it with new one see page 16 If the LCD projection TV does not fun
60. e of the type of electrical power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in For the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock Always turn the set off when it is not being used When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outl
61. e set _ If the set has been exposed to rain or water _ If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged d If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of a other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation Q When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance it indicates a need for service Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by the manufacturer to determine that the set is in safe operating condition and to so certify When the set reaches the end of its useful life ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the set For Safety Be careful when moving the LCD projection TV When you place the LCD projection TV in position be careful not to drop it on your foot or fingers Watch your footing while installing
62. ection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List Using Initial Setup If you are using a CableCARD Auto Program is disabled for the CABLE input 54 After you finish connecting the TV you need to run the Initial Setup feature which automatically creates a list of available analog and digital channels The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up If you do not want to set up the channels at this time you can do it later by selecting the Auto Program option in the Channel menu see page 102 The Initial Setup feature does not apply for installations that use a cable box for all channel selection To run Initial Setup the first time you turn on your TV d Press POWER to turn on the TV The Initial Setup screen appears 2 Press amp or to select the on screen display language Then press The message Start auto program now appears 3 Press or to select Yes then press CE Initial Setup automatically creates a list of receivable channels When finished the lowest numbered channel is displayed To run Auto Program again at a later time Q Use the Auto Program feature as described on page 102 To add individual digital channels Q Use the Digital Channel feature as described on page 102 Auto Program may take up to 50 minutes to complete A progress bar is displayed while the channel list is being created Using the Remote Control
63. el Menu or by using the Add to Favorites feature in the Favorite Channels guide Using the Channel Menu Press MENU to display the Menu 1 2 Press or to highlight the Channel icon and press C 3 Press to select Favorite Channels S Use the 0 9 and ENT buttons to enter the channel number that you want amp to assign to the Favorite Channel number A preview of the highlighted channel appears in the upper right of the screen a D Digital channels do not display in the preview window 3 For details on using the Channel Menu see Press to select that channel as a Favorite Channel page 102 To enter digital channel numbers in step 4 use the 0 9 0 9 and ENT buttons 5 To add more channels to your favorites list repeat step 4 To clear a Favorite Channel press or to highlight the channel you want to clear Press RESET 6 Press MENU to exit the Menu 71 Using the Features Using the Favorite Channels Guide 72 1 Press FAVORITES The Favorite Channels list appears Preview of qT highlighted a Favorite Favorite Channels Channel nate Favortes Favorite Channels 2 Press or to highlight the channel you want to watch A preview of the highlighted Favorite Channel appears Digital channels do not display in the preview window To add the current channel to the list of Favorite Channels highlight Add to Favorites and press C 3 Press to select the channel
64. ently selected folder if Select a Folder is selected see page 89 The maximum number of files the Memory Stick Viewer can display is 2 000 files total including all JPEG MPEG1 and MP3 files JPEGs captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion in full screen This is a result of the way digital video cameras record still images and is not a result of a malfunction with the LCD projection TV The Memory Stick might be locked Unlock the Memory Stick and try rotating the image again The file might not have information EXIF data that is usually generated when a digital camera records a photo In this case it is not possible to save the rotation There might be insufficient space on the Memory Stick to save the rotated file Try deleting one or more files and rotating the image again Set the File Information option to On or Off see page 88 Press to display the menu again Check the LCD projection TV s volume or Speaker see page 99 settings To hear JPEG voice memo select the Digital Camera Folders option and set the Filter option to Show All Print Marks Check that the Music option is not set to Off see page 88 The Memory Stick Viewer can display a maximum of 2 000 files total including all JPEG MPEG1 and MP3 files Make sure that the file is named with the file extension mp3 Only MP3 files that are named with the file extension mp3 are displayed in the list MP3 files are played in alphab
65. er the LCD projection TV has front audio and video inputs shown below However if you prefer you can also connect the camcorder to the LCD projection TV s rear AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks Using A V and S VIDEO cables connect the camcorder s audio and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks If you have a mono camcorder connect its left audio output to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO L MONO jack If your camcorder is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Front of LCD projection TV oa a H VIDEO 2 INPUT N To A V output AUDIO R red AUDIO L white AN cable not supplied SE T TT VIDEO yellow Ele jf T S VIDEO S VIDEO cable not supplied 44 Audio Receiver Setting Up the LCD Projection TV For improved sound quality you may want to play the TV s audio through your stereo system see page 99 Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Using A V cables connect the LCD projection TV s AUDIO OUT VAR FIX jacks to the audio receiver s audio LINE IN jacks AUDIO OUT jacks are operable only when the TV s Speaker is set to Off Rear of LCD projection TV AUDIO R AUDIO L i red white Cables are often color
66. ersion of the standard sized Memory Memory Stick Duo Stick recording medium CAUTION The Memory Stick slot on your TV has been designed to accommodate standard and compact versions of Memory Stick It is not necessary to use an adaptor for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo If you use an adaptor it may damage the adaptor and Memory Stick slot CAUTION Inserting the Memory Stick Duo incorrectly may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick Duo and the LCD projection TV Insert the Memory Stick Duo as shown below 23 9 mo C To remove the Memory Stick Duo see Removing a Memory Stick on page 80 79 damalj 41g Aowa ay Buisn fl Using the Memory Stick Viewer Removing a Memory Stick 80 d Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off When the light is on this indicates that the LCD projection TV is reading data from the Memory Stick Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed when the Memory Stick indicator on the LCD projection TV s front panel is lit may damage the Memory Stick or its contents 2 Push the Memory Stick gently into the Memory Stick slot and then release it The Memory Stick media is ejected When removing the Memory Stick do not attempt to pull it from its slot without first pushing it in to release it 3 Pull the Memory Stick completely out of the slot To protect small children from injury by Memory Stick media
67. et as a precaution against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or frequent while the TV gm a is operating unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds particularly when being turned on or off Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the set Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Cleaning _ Clean the rear cover area of the LCD projection TV regularly Dust in the rear cover area may cause a problem with the cooling system of the LCD projection TV set Clean the cabinet of the LCD projection TV with a dry soft cloth To remove dust from the screen wipe it gently with a soft cloth Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly dampened with solution of mild soap and warm water Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine for cleaning If the picture becomes dark after using the LCD projection TV for a long period of time it may be necessary to clean the inside of the LCD projection TV Consult qualified service personnel Unplug the AC power cord
68. etical order according to the folder in which they are stored If you want to change the playlist order rename your files alphabetically in the order in which you want them to play or create a MP3 playlist m3u file on a PC MP3 files on your Memory Stick only can be played as background music during a Slide Show see page 87 Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not be compatible with the Memory Stick Viewer MPEG movies recorded in VX Fine mode with Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer Continued 117 uoneunoju j 19410 ji Other Information Problem Possible Remedies MPEG1 quality is poor when enlarged page 86 Error message is displayed Error icon is displayed 118 m m m The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MPEG1 file See your camera s instruction manual for details No Memory Stick There is no Memory Stick in the slot Memory Stick is The lock mechanism on the Memory Stick is engaged Locked Memory Stick Error The Memory Stick in the slot might be damaged try a different Memory Stick Format Error The Memory Stick may have been formatted using a PC or other device that is not compatible with cameras kf The file is not a valid MPEG1 or JPEG format or it is a progressive JPEG which is not supported The thumbnail is not DCF compatible Lol fr The file is a JPEG or an MPEGI but the thumbnail is unreadable K J T
69. f the main power on the front of your LCD projection TV before going to sleep or going out Unplug the AC power cord from the outlet if you anticipate not using the LCD projection TV for more than a week When turning off the power 2 The fan will continue to operate for about two minutes Allow several minutes before unplugging from the outlet or switching the breaker off Before carrying the LCD Projection TV 2 Before carrying unplug the power cord and disconnect all cables See page 25 for instructions on how to carry your LCD projection TV To remove dust on the screen wipe with soft cloth Do not use any type of abrasive pad alkaline cleaner scouring powder window cleaners or solvent such as alcohol or benzene Using these types of products may damage the screen To clean the screen use the cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent and water solution Use gentle pressure when cleaning 15 AL uonseloig G37 Auog ay Bulsnposjuy Hl Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Replacing the Lamp 16 The projection lamp which illuminates the picture has a limited life If the screen becomes dark the color looks unusual or the LAMP indicator on the front of the LCD projection TV flashes it is time to replace the lamp with a new one not supplied N WARNING Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature resulting in injury or death Be sure to follow the instructions below Q Use a Sony XL 2200
70. g options Option Description Mode Customized picture viewing Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness Standard Select for standard picture settings Recommended for home entertainment Pro Select to display a picture with minimum enhancements You can alter the Video menu settings Picture Brightness Color etc for each Mode and each video input You may set up a Mode Vivid Standard Pro independently for each Video input Video 1 Video 8 including the Antenna input Your Mode settings are automatically saved after each selection This allows you to customize the Mode setting for each type of signal source Adjust to increase picture contrast and deepen the color or decrease picture contrast and soften the color Adjust to brighten or darken the picture Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity Adjust to increase or decrease the green tones Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture Using the Menus Option Description Color Temp Choose from three color temperatures White Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint intensity Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint adjustment Warm Select to give the white colors a red tint Noise Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment This also Reduction reduces the noise level to and signal from the VHF UHF jack Select from High Medium Low
71. ge Shift to an appropriate value The default setting is Auto If doubled images appear with Auto select the best value from 1 to 4 see page 109 You have selected a text option in the Setup menu and no text is available See page 108 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 CC 1 instead of Text 1 4 Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16 9 this is especially common with theatrical releases Your LCD projection 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 uo eunoju j 49410 i The compression used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs may cause your LCD projection TV s screen to display less detail than usual or cause artifacts small blocks or dots pixelations to appear on your screen This is due to your LCD projection TV s large screen and ability to show very fine detail and is normal for certain digitally recorded programs Adjust the reality clarity in the DRC Palette menu see page 96 to optimize the picture while viewing these sources 119 Other Information Audio Problem Possible Remedies Good picture no sound Audio noise Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound seems weak or insufficient Cannot raise
72. ge from one Wide Mode setting to another use Wide Mode on the remote control see page 56 Game Picture Allows you to move the position of the picture left and right in the window This feature also allows you to adjust the picture from any connected equipment Select while watching the picture to be adjusted The LCD projection TV stores the position in memory for each input Press or to and press to choose a correction between 10 and 10 100 If 4 3 Default is set to anything but Off the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current channel When you change channels or inputs Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the 4 3 Default setting To retain the current Wide Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed set 4 3 Default to Off Using the Menus Option Description 4 3 Default Wide Zoom Select the default screen mode to use for 4 3 Normal sources Full Zoom Off Overscan Normal A 1 Vertical Center Adjust Vertical Size Adjust Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen keeping the original image as much as possible 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 Select t
73. he LED does not light up when the main power is turned off If the LED blinks continuously this may indicate the display unit needs servicing see Contacting Sony on page 115 6 POWER Press to turn on off the LCD projection TV The POWER button has a built in Infrared IR Receiver that receives IR signals from the remote control 7 CHANNEL Press to scan through channels 8 VOLUME Press to adjust the volume 9 TV VIDEO Press to select between the TV s tuner and other video equipment inputs Front and Rear Panel Connectors Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Front Panel of LCD projection TV VIDEO 2 INPUT A OPEN VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R Push up to open the front panel 1 2 Front panel connectors are under the Control Panel Cover To open and close the cover refer to page 18 and 19 Connection Description 1 S VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other Front and rear S VIDEO equipped video component Provides better picture quality than the VHF UHF jacks or the Video IN jack 2 VIDEO Connects to the audio and video OUT jacks on your VCR L MONO AUDIO R or other video component A fourth video input VIDEO 2 Front and rear is located on the front panel of the LCD projection TV 3 HD DVD IN 1080i Connects to your DVD player s or digital set top box s 720p 480p 480 component video Y PB PR and a
74. he file is unreadable Video Other Information Problem Possible Remedies No picture screen not lit no J sound Dark poor or no picture screen lit good sound No color dark picture color is not correct Only snow and noise appear on _ the screen m m Dotted lines or stripes E m Double images E m Black box on screen m Black bands appear at the top _ and bottom of the screen Certain programs on DVD or other digital sources display a loss of detail especially during fast motion or dark scenes If your LCD projection TV does not turn on and a red light keeps flashing your LCD projection TV may need service Call your local Sony Service Center Make sure the power cord is plugged in Press POWER on the front of the LCD projection TV Press TV VIDEO 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 94 Adjust the Brightness option in the Video menu see page 94 Check the antenna cable connections Adjust the Color option in the Video menu see page 94 Check the antenna cable connections Try another channel it could be station trouble Press ANT to change the input mode see page 57 Adjust the antenna Move the LCD projection 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 Set the Ima
75. icessvicesdvsieeski eadevsesscivd rne ia eRka 32 Connecting Optional Equipment eee 33 Making Video Connections ceeeeeee 34 About Using S VIDEO eee 34 VCR and Cable ccccccccccsscessecesseeesseeeseeees 35 VCR and Cable BOX ccccceccccseeeseeeseeees 36 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 38 Satellite RECEIVE is iscscssccessseasesceseessess sastsvases 39 Satellite Receiver with a VCR 00000 40 DVD Player with Component Video C OMMEGLORS senaera iei tea bs caed eas a 42 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 0 43 CAM COPE Psd ssisccvedse de sdsseescssesscates cessteeseasdesiseds 44 Audio RECEIVER c cccscscessscessseessseeseeesteeees 45 Digital Cable Box seiscicscsdesisivsess ccateviceststevessss 46 Digital Satellite Receiver ieee 47 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI CONMMECIONS ane e a 48 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN COMMECION sisi ssicsisscssssscsscsssssssssssesissnssaessassasse 50 Using the CONTROL S Feature eee 51 Using CableCARD 0 0 ceeeeseecneeseeeeeeeeeees 52 About Using CableCARD 0 eee 52 Activating CableCARD Service 52 Removing the CableCARD eee 53 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List 54 Using Initial Setup oo eee eeeeeeeeeees 54 Using the Remote Control OVEDVIE Wis fos sccsasccssabecssks tsstsecandencessdteisassictisasees ases 55 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control 5
76. ick media You can view Q Digital photos JPEG files Q Movies MPEGI files You can also play slide show background music using MP3 files stored on your Memory Stick For more information about handling Memory Stick media see Notes on Using Memory Stick Media on page 90 With the Memory Stick Viewer you can O View photo JPEG and movie MPEG1 files in a thumbnail index or Slide Show Set customized Slide Show options including transitions and background audio L Pan zoom and rotate photos Q Mark photos and set quantities of prints to be output when the Memory Stick is inserted into your photo printer not supplied Q Lock protect or delete files on the Memory Stick 75 damalA JINS Aowa ay Buisn fl Using the Memory Stick Viewer Memory Stick Compatibility Memory Stick Functionality 76 This television is compatible with the following Sony brand Memory Stick media types Q Memory Stick Media Q Memory Stick Duo and PRO Duo Media can be used without the Memory Stick adaptor The Memory Stick slot on your TV has been designed to accommodate standard and compact versions of Memory Stick It is not necessary to use an adaptor for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo If you use an adaptor it may damage the adaptor and Memory Stick slot Q Memory Stick Media with Memory Select Function Q Memory Stick PRO Media About Memory Stick PRO Media Memory Stick PRO media features
77. ies Check the orientation of the batteries Press TV FUNCTION once and the TV indicator lights up You may have inadvertently pressed SAT CABLE FUNCTION which changes the remote control to SAT or CABLE mode Make sure this unit s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet Locate the unit at least 3 4 feet away from fluorescent lights If you are using the LCD projection TV to change channels first press TV FUNCTION once and the TV indicator lights up If you are using another device to change channels be sure you have not inadvertently switched your LCD projection 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 102 If you are using another device to change channels be sure to press FUNCTION for that device For example if you are using your cable box to change channels be sure to press SAT CABLE FUNCTION once and the SAT CABLE indicator lights up If you replaced the batteries to the remote recently the code numbers for the video equipment may need to be reset 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 LCD projection TV remote You may need to use the equipment s original remote control Possible Remedies m m m Check that the CableCARD is inserted properly see pages 52 53 The CableCARD must
78. il Select to sharpen picture definition Select from High Enhancer Medium Low and Off Black Select to enhance the black colors to give the picture Corrector strong contrast Select from High Medium Low and Off Gamma Select to adjust the balance between bright and dark Corrector areas of the picture Select from High Medium Low and Off White Select to fine adjust the white color intensity by Balance changing the red green and blue levels Select Adjust to choose among the R Gain G Gain B Gain R Bias G Bias and B Bias options To restore the factory default setting of White Balance select Initial Set 97 snuayy ay Buisn i Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu Selecting Audio Options Virtual Dolby and TruSurround attempt to create the same surround effect produced by a multichannel system using the left and right speakers 98 To select the Audio menu 1 Press MENU 2 Press or to highlight the Audio icon and press Ce Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Press to select an option Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the settings Press to select the desired setting JOUA Q Press MENU to exit the menu screen To restore the factory default settings for Treble Bass and Balance Q Press RESET on the remote control when in the Audio menu The Audio menu includes the following options Option Description Treble Adjust to increase or
79. in the reach of children Q Do not pour water onto the used lamp or put any object inside the lamp Doing so may cause the lamp to burst Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV d Tum off the power on the main unit Wait several minutes then unplug the power cord The cooling fan will continue to operate for about two minutes after turning the power off 2 Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging the power cord to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it Take the new lamp out of the box Don t shake the lamp Vibration can damage the lamp or shorten its life Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp receptacle This may reduce picture quality or lamp life Hold beneath both sides of the cover and pull forward to release it Pull out the lamp Loosen the screw on the lamp cover with a coin or similar object to remove it slide the knob to left and then pull out the lamp cover Continued 17 AL uonseloig qG37 Auog ay bulsnposjuy fl Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Loosen the screw that holds the lamp then pull out the lamp The lamp is very hot immediately after use Never touch the front glass of the lamp or the surrounding parts After it has cooled place the used lamp into the empty box of the replacement lamp Never put the used lamp into a plastic bag while the
80. ing it again A ON Press MENU to exit the menu screen You can view a blocked program by entering the password T Press ENT when tuned to a blocked program snuayy ay Buisn i 2 Enter your password using the 0 9 buttons Parental control will be canceled temporarily until you turn your LCD projection TV off 105 Using the Menus Selecting Custom Rating Options To ensure maximum blocking capability the age based ratings should be blocked If you select Block be aware that the following programs may be blocked news sports weather emergency broadcasts political programs public service announcements and religious programs 106 US custom rating options If you selected U S A as the country of residence on page 105 the Custom Rating menu includes the following options If you selected Canada see page 107 Option Description Movie Rating G All children and general audiences PG Parental guidance suggested PG 13 Parental guidance for children under 13 R Restricted viewing parental guidance is suggested for children under 17 NC 17 No one 17 and under and X TV Rating Age Based Options Block programs TV Y by their rating TV Y7 content or both All children Directed to children age 7 and older General audience Parental guidance suggested Parents strongly cautioned Mature audience only Content Based Options TV G TV PG TV 14 TV MA FV D L S V Unrated All
81. ion To ensure reliable operation of the set and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered l Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials l Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed sofa rug ie 2i N or other similar surface L 2 Q Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided al IEE _ Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct sunlight Power Cord Protection Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord and do not place the set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse Antennas Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outdoor antenna is installed follow the precautions below An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NEC in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical C
82. jack provides both video and audio signals so it is not necessary to connect the audio cable Rear of LCD projection TV ee N Digital satellite receiver HDMI cable not supplied 48 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV When connecting to the Digital Satellite Receiver s DVI HDTV connector If you are connecting to a digital satellite receiver with DVI HDTV output you can connect to the LCD projection TV s HDMI IN jack by using an HDMI to DVI cable or an adaptor both not supplied 1 Using a HDMI cable not supplied connect the digital satellite receiver s DVI HDTV OUT jack to the LCD projection TV s HDMI IN jack Use the HDMI IN 7 input or 8 input connection 2 Using an audio cable connect the digital satellite receiver s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks The DVI HDTV VIDEO jack does not provide audio so audio cables must be connected to provide sound when an HDMI to DVI HDTV adapter not supplied is used Rear of LCD projection TV Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Mi Digital satellite receiver l AUDIO R red AUDIO L white HDMI to DVI adapter or cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied 49 AL uoljsefold A97 241 dn Bum s j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector
83. l picture features If some of your channels are scrambled but others are not consider using the Cable Box and Cable connection on page 31 instead To connect the cable box d Connect the CATV cable to the cable box s input jack 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box s output jack to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack 3 Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List on pages 54 CATV cable Coaxial cable VHF UHF TA D Rear of LCD projection TV IN OUT Cable box Notes on Using This Connection To do this Do This Use the cable box Tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Set up the LCD projection TV remote control to Program the remote control See Programming the Remote operate the cable box Control on page 58 Activate the remote control to operate the cable Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION once and the SAT CABLE box indicator lights up Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels When using the cable box the LCD projection TV must stay on the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 You can use the LCD projection TV s Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel For details see Using the Channel Menu on page 102 32 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Connecting Optional Equipment Use the directions in this section to connect
84. leCARD incorrectly may result in permanent damage to the card and the TV You can also access information about your CableCARD in the Applications Menu see page 112 Removing the CableCARD Setting Up the LCD Projection TV 3 Gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place 4 Turn on the TV After 1 2 minutes the CableCARD setup screen is automatically displayed This screen includes information your cable TV company will request before they can activate your service Follow the displayed instructions Phone your cable TV company A representative will guide you through the activation process After your CableCARD is activated your cable TV company will download the service information including the channel list to the CableCARD After the CableCARD has acquired channels from your cable TV company the TV tunes to the lowest available channel In the event you want to cancel your service contact your cable TV company Once the CableCARD is removed your TV will no longer decrypt digital cable TV programming services that require CableCARD T Tum off the TV 2 Push the eject button on the TV s CableCARD slot to release the card W Eject button a 3 Pull the CableCARD straight out of the slot to remove it To install a different CableCARD follow the instructions in Activating CableCARD Service on page 52 53 AL uoljsefo1d A97 241 dn Bum s j Setting Up the LCD Proj
85. leCARD slot After the service is activated with your cable TV company the card replaces the need for a separate set top box About Using CableCARD If you are planning to use a separate cable box for digital cable TV services you may be able to receive programming using this TV with the CableCARD instead except in the following circumstances L Your cable TV company does not provide CableCARD service in your viewing area Q You want to access your cable TV company s interactive or advanced features such as video on demand or is some cases pay per view At this time these services require a bidirectional link which are only available through the use of a separate set top box CableCARD is currently a unidirectional device only and cannot provide these advanced services Check with your cable TV company for CableCARD service details limitations pricing and availability all of which are determined by your cable TV company not Sony Activating CableCARD Service 52 Before you can use CableCARD service you need to insert the CableCARD supplied by your cable TV company and activate the service as described below Turn off the TV 2 Insert the CableCARD into the TV s CableCARD slot VHF UHF CABLE Jp om S VIDEO 4 S x 7 gt VIDEO 7 R 5 Lovano uno R 00O HD DVD IN 1080i 720p 480p 480i 00000 CAUTION Inserting the Cab
86. lead Sel aji 29 AL uon2 fo1d A97 ay dn Burnes j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable and Antenna 30 For best results use this connection if you O Have a cable and an antenna This is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to receive additional channels that are not provided by your cable TV company 2 Do not have a cable box or VCR If you have a cable box see pages 31 and 32 If you have a VCR see pages 35 and 36 Antenna and CATV cable Cable Type Connect As Shown Cable TV CATV and Antenna Antenna cable vueunr apt CATV cable m7 E Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Switch the LCD projection Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV s input between the cable LCD projection TV s VHF UHF and CABLE and antenna inputs For optimum picture quality a 75 ohm coaxial cable antenna connection is highly recommended Radio waves and other interference can easily affect a 300 ohm twin lead cable resulting in signal deterioration If you use a 300 ohm twin lead cable keep it as far away as possible from the LCD projection TV Do not use an indoor antenna which is especially susceptible to radio noise Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable Box and Cable For best results use this connection if Your cable company scrambles some channels such as premium channels which requires you to use a cable box but
87. lly hidden or shown To show or hide an individual sub channel within a digital channel you must individually select that sub channel to show or hide If you hide all sub channels of a major digital channel that digital channel is automatically set to Hidden Label Channels Allows you to assign labels such as station call letters to channel numbers snuayy ay Buisn i 1 Press to scroll through the channel numbers Then press to select the channel number that you want to assign a label 2 Press to scroll through the label characters A Z 0 9 etc Then press to select the highlighted character Repeat to add characters to the label 3 Press to return to the Channel menu or press MENU to exit the menus 103 Using the Menus Using the Parent Menu The Parent menu allows you to set up the LCD projection TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels Selecting Parent Options 104 To select the Parent menu 1 2 5 6 Press MENU Press or to highlight the Parent icon EA and press eDi 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 Press to change settings Press to select the changed setting Press MENU to exit the menu screen You need your password for any future acce
88. mation about the TV This can be useful in providing information to an authorized technician or repair person CableCARD This list of selectable CableCARD options will vary depending on your cable service provider Live Color This is the Demo Mode If you enter Demo press RESET Demo button to exit it 112 Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics Topic Page Glossary Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Flashing Indicators on the Front of the TV Specifications Optional Accessories Index 114 115 115 122 123 125 127 113 uoneunoju j 19410 i Other Information Glossary analog signal aspect ratio Cable CARD component video composite video rE digital television DTV HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Chama National Television System Committee NTSC RF S VIDEO VHF UHF 480i 480p 720p 1080i 114 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 This LCD projection TV has a 16 9 widescreen aspect ratio as opposed to a 4 3 aspect ratio 4 3 aspect ratio 16 9 aspect ratio Ee S a o in T The PCMIA shaped card provided by your cable TV company which descrambles the digitally encrypted cable channels You should check with your local cable TV compa
89. ment when playing back movies or other video sources on film Twin View Using Multi Image Driver MID XV Twin View allows you to watch two programs side by side with the ability to zoom in on one picture and listen to the program in the selected window You can watch pictures from two different sources 1080i 720p 480p or 4801 simultaneously Memory Stick Viewer Allows you to view digital photos JPEG and movies MPEG1 from Memory Stick media on your LCD projection TV screen Parental Control V Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming from younger viewers Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV CableCARD slot Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels without the need for a set top box that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television The CableCARD which is provided by your cable TV company is inserted into the TV s rear panel CableCARD slot After the service is activated with your cable TV company the card replaces the need for a separate set top box Check with your cable TV company about CableCARD service details limitations pricing and availability For more information about CableCARD in this manual see page 52 Component Video Inputs Offers the best video quality for DVD 480p 480i and digital set top box 1080i 720p 480p 480i connections S VIDEO Inputs Provides a high quality im
90. n Options cee 100 Using the Channel Menu cece 102 Selecting Channel Options eee 102 Using the Parent Menu c eee ce eeeeeeeees 104 Selecting Parent Options eee 104 Viewing Blocked Programs ceeee 105 Selecting Custom Rating Options 106 Using the Setup Menu eee eeeeteeees 108 Selecting Setup Options eee 108 10 Programming Caption Vision Using the Application Menu Selecting Application Options Other Information OVELVIEW os ss socdesesectecectesreatsiiesasenstinter tsetse 113 GV OSSANY ee een Errr rn 114 Contacting SONY iessen iunn 115 Troubleshooting ses isecstessscassccsccavsssceseaszsessccesssctens 115 TWIN VIEW ieoanc Er ES 115 Remote Control icissccssasscesssteneescedeesentesevaays 116 CableCARD wisiissicssissscsesscatcesti isi ssestatesinians 116 Memory Stick 117 Video 119 Audio 120 Channels vis cisctsssssessteissncsitacasi isi desiinasiea is 120 Generals eie e T 121 Flashing Indicators on the Front of the TV 122 SPECUHICALONS siere AE Optional Accessories Index Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV Thank you for purchasing the Sony LCD projection TV This manual is for models KDF 55XS955 and KDF 60XS955 Package Contents Using This Manual Along with your new LCD projection TV the packing box contains a remote control and two AA
91. nects to your VHF UHF antenna or cable box output jack Connects to your cable signal This CABLE input jack in conjunction with the VHF UHF input jack lets you set up your LCD projection TV to switch between scrambled channels coming through a cable box and unscrambled cable channels For details see page 31 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface 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 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Installing the LCD Projection TV Carrying Your LCD Projection TV Carrying the LCD projection TV requires at least two people Do not hold by the pedestal or the Front Panel Cover of the LCD projection TV Doing so may cause these parts to break off mi Do not grasp the pedestal or the Front Panel Cover of the LCD projection TV When moving the LCD projection TV place one hand in the hole on the lower portion of the TV while grasping the top with the other hand as shown in the illustration below 25 AL uoljsefo1d Q97 241 dn Bulyas j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Take Precaution during the Installation To
92. nside a hot car High humidity Direct sunlight Corrosive substances Magnetic fields Excessive dust Static electricity or electric noise Electric surges Store and carry Memory Stick media in its original case to ensure protection of stored data Save a backup of stored data When using the Memory Stick Duo insert it without using the Memory Stick Duo adaptor For details see page 79 91 J M IA JINS Aowa y Bursn f Using the Menus Overview Gare GE ICTION Press MENU to enter and exit Menus Opening and choosing a menu I Press MENU to display the menu screen 2 Press or to highlight the desired menu icon and press to select It 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features A See the specific menu page for instructions on moving through the menu To end a menu session Press MENU again The Menu gives you access to the following features To end one menu session and move to another Q Press to return to the menu icons Press or to choose the next menu icon and press to select it snuayy ay Buisn il Menu Icon Description Page BEEEEEE DB The Video Menu allows you to make adjustments to your 94 picture settings It also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing select Advanced Video options and more The Audio Menu offers enhanced audio options such as 98 listening to second audio programming
93. nsulated dangerous voltage AN 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 AN presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure CAUTION When using TV games computers and similar products with your projection TV keep the brightness and contrast functions at low settings If a fixed non moving pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen Continuously watching the same program can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15 119 of the FCC rules Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
94. ny about Cable CARD service 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 new technology for transmitting and receiving broadcast television signals DTV provides higher 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 multi channel digital audio A unit of the Federal Communications Commission Washington DC that establishes television standards in the United States such as NTSC Color the standard used in this LCD projection 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
95. o return the default Overscan Select to show more information on screen Select to keep the edge of the picture out of screen 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 25 and 25 Zoom mode and 10 and 10 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 snuayy ay Buisn i 101 Using the Menus Using the Channel Menu j Selecting Channel Options 102 To select the Channel menu 1 Press MENU 2 Press or to highlight the Channel icon and press CED Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Press to select a feature Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Press to select the desired option JOUA Q Press MENU to exit the menu screen The Channel menu includes the following options Option Description Favorite Lets you set up a list of your favorite channels For details see Channels Using Favorite Channels on page 71 Channel Fix Off Turns off Channel Fix Useful when you 2 6 Fix your LCD projection TV s channel have a cable box setting to one channel 2 6 and use the cable or satellite box VCR or satellite receiver to change receiver connected channels Select one of these
96. ode in Canada provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the NEC Refer to section 54 300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding Antenna lead in wire Ground clamp T Electrical service equipment Antenna lead in wire NEC Section 810 20 Grounding conductors ea NEC section 810 21 dg Ground clamps u Power service grounding electrode system NEC Art 250 Part H NEC National Electrical Code Lightning For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power line surges Service Damage Requiring Service Do not attempt to service the set by yourself my since opening the cabinet may expose you to Moh dangerous voltage or other hazards Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed Farep or tavr Ac CINE CRACKED PLUG 2 If liquid has been spilled into th
97. ompany scrambles some channels but not all of them pay channels vs regular cable channels and you need to use a cable box You want to enjoy the Twin View feature With this setup you can Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels on your cable box when the signal is scrambled To program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 58 Use the LCD projection TV s remote control to change channels on your LCD projection TV when the signal is not scrambled Your LCD projection TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box Use the Twin View feature When all channels are routed through your cable box only one signal is sent to the LCD projection TV so you cannot use the Twin View feature Disconnect all power sources before making any connections Oo og bh Q N Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter Using a coaxial cable connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the LCD projection TV s CABLE jack Using a coaxial cable connect the splitter s other output jack to the cable box s input jack Using a coaxial cable connect the cable box s output jack to the VCR s RF input jack Using an A V cable connect the cable box s A V output jacks to the LCD projection TV s A V input jacks Using an A V and S VIDEO cables connect the VCR s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projecti
98. on TV s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN input jacks Using a coaxial cable connect the VCR s RF output jack to the LCD projection TV s VHF UHF jack Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List on page 54 To view scrambled channels tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Rear of LCD projection TV VIDEO IN 3 FA VHF UHF CABLE Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc S VIDEO 4 Coaxial cable S VIDEO cable If you are connecting a not supplied digital cable box you will need a special bi C AL EOE z ri Coaxial A V cable directional splitter cable not supplied designed to work with 6 a 7 your cable box E VCR rt Splitter a 2 2 AUDIO R red me AUDIO L white 2A a 4 CATV VIDEO yellow l cable N ues 3 Coaxial 5 T cable AN cable not supplied Cable box J AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO OUT f OOO no e i LINE OUT Coaxial cable If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable You will not be able to change channels on
99. on TV is tuned to a working channel 2 Press CB A second picture appears The active picture is highlighted To cancel Twin View and watch the active picture 2 Press J again or press CD You can use or buttons to activate the left and right pictures while using Twin View To activate the right picture To activate the left picture 2 Press Press Using the Features Functions Available in the Active Highlighted Window To Do This Do This Tune to a channel To tune to analog channels press 0 9 and then ENT For digital subchannels press 0 9 press 0 9 again and then ENT For example to select subchannel 21 13 press 2 1 1 3 and then press ENT Adjust the volume Press VOL Mute the sound Press MUTING press again or press VOL to unmute Switch the TV s input between Press ANT sources connected to the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE inputs Switch the TV s input between Press TV VIDEO sources connected to the TV s A V inputs sainjeay ay Buisn Change the picture size Press or For details see Changing the Picture Size on page 70 Factors Affecting Twin View 2 Ifyou use a cable box to view all channels the same channel appears in both windows because the cable box unscrambles and sends only one channel at a time To view the picture in dual picture features such as Twin View Freeze etc see Cable Box and Cable on page 31 2 If you use a c
100. ons Select from the available options Digital CC Allows you to set digital closed captioning to Basic digital EIA 608 or Advanced digital EIA 708 Advanced Allows you to make additional settings for digital EIA 708 closed Settings caption options As Broadcast Small Text Large Text Custom Allows you to customize the following settings Character Size Small Standard Large Character Style Style 1 7 Character Color None Color 1 8 Edge Color Color 1 8 Edge Type None Raised Outline Left shadow Right shadow Background Color None Color 1 8 Window Color Color options can also be set to Solid or Translucent None Color 1 8 Using the Menus Ea Using the Application Menu Selecting Application Options To select the Application menu Press MENU Press or to highlight the Application icon E and press C Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options 1 2 3 amp Press to select a feature 5 G Press to select the desired option 7 Press MENU to exit the menu screen Option Description Displays Memory Stick Start Displays the Memory Stick Viewer For details see page 82 Clock Timers Select to set the clock and to program your LCD projection TV to turn on and off at two scheduled viewing times Sleep Allows you to select the amount of time 15 minutes 30 minutes 45 minutes 60 minutes 90 minutes or Off
101. ore Video settings to factory settings How to restore Audio settings to factory settings Cannot cycle through the other video equipment connected to the LCD projection TV Cannot operate Menu Lost password TIMER STANDBY LED on front panel is lit Digital cable box does not work Cannot record digital channels to VCR The replacement lamp does not light up TV cabinet creaks m m m Turn on the TV While holding down the RESET button on the remote control press the POWER button on the TV The TV will turn itself off then back on again Release the RESET button Press RESET on the remote control while in the Video menu see page 94 Press RESET on the remote control while in the Audio menu see page 98 Be sure the Label Video Inputs option is not set to Skip see page 109 If a menu option appears in gray this indicates that the menu option is not available In the password screen see page 104 enter the following master password 4357 The master password clears your previous password it cannot be used to temporarily unblock channels The LED see page 22 or 122 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 lit indicates that the timer is set see page 22 or 122 When the timer is set this LED will remain lit even when the TV is turned off If you are connecting a VCR and digital cabl
102. ory Stick menu For details see Using the Memory Stick Viewer on page 75 Press to select the function of connected components For details see Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control on page 60 Press to change between the VHF UHF input and the CABLE input When FUNCTION is switched on SAT CABLE press to display the program guide of your satellite receiver TV SAT Press to select the TV or satellite receiver Press repeatedly to step through the available audio effect modes TruSurround Simulated Off For details see Selecting Audio Options on page 98 Press to scan through channels To scan quickly through channels press and hold down either CH button Press to jump back and forth between two channels The LCD projection TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected Press repeatedly to cycle through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options Stereo Auto SAP Second Audio Program and Mono The MTS setting can be also accessed in the Audio menu For more details see Selecting Audio Options on page 98 57 Jo uog ajoway y Bursn i Using the Remote Control Programming the Remote Control 58 The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment Sony Equipment Programmable Code Number DVD VCR 601 Sony Dream System SAT CABLE 801 Sony Satellite Receiver If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that
103. ose to the TV you may experience eye strain For the best picture quality install your LCD projection TV according to Recommended Viewing Area on page 27 When installing your LCD projection TV against a wall keep it at least 4 inches 10 cm from the wall Avoid installing the LCD projection TV near a heater etc Projection lamp Q Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source It is time to replace the lamp with a new one not supplied when the lamp replacement indicator on the front panel blinks in red screen images become dark no image appears on the display after prolonged use _ Inrare instances the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit but the lamp unit is designed to contain all of broken glass pieces inside the lamp unit See Replacing the Lamp on page 16 _ When the lamp eventually burns out you may hear a noticeable pop sound This is normal and is inherent in this type of lamp Cooling fan d This LCD projection TV uses a cooling fan You may hear the noise of fan running depending on the placement of your LCD projection TV The noise may be more noticeable during the night or when the background noise level is low Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventil
104. ow Block programs or movies thatare Block broadcastwithout a rating Fantasy violence Suggestive dialog Strong language Sexual situations Violence Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating The content ratings will increase depending on the level of the age based rating For example a program with a TV PG V Violence rating may contain moderate violence while a TV 14 V Violence rating may contain more intense violence Using the Menus Canadian custom rating options If you selected Canada as the country of residence on page 105 the Custom Rating menu includes the following options If you selected U S A see page 106 Option Description English Rating C All children C8 Children 8 years and older G General programming PG Parental guidance 14 Viewers 14 and older 18 Adult programming French Rating G General programming 8 ans Not recommended for ages under 8 13 ans Not recommended for ages under 13 16 ans Not recommended for ages under 16 18 ans Programming restricted to adults U S A Rating See TV Rating on page 106 for details snuayy ay Buisn i 107 Using the Menus A Using the Setup Menu To select the Setup menu Selecting Setup Options 108 1 2 JOUA Q Press MENU Press or to highlight the Setup icon and press Use the arrow buttons to scroll thro
105. program has a main video stream the video that you see when Video the channel is first tuned and may have alternate video streams This when option allows you to switch among these alternate video streams available Alternate Each program has a main audio stream the audio you hear when the Audio channel is first tuned This option allows you to switch among these when and may have alternate audio streams e g for different languages available 65 Using the Features Using Wide Screen Mode Wide screen mode lets you watch 4 3 normal broadcasts in several wide re You can also access the screen modes 16 9 aspect ratio screen mode settings in the Screen menu For 2 Press WIDE repeatedly to toggle through the following screen mode details see page 100 settings Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 4 3 Source Standard definition source original source aa Example Description Wide Zoom enlarges the center portion of the picture The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16 9 screen WIDE Wide Zoom 4 Normal displays the 4 3 picture in its original size Side bars are shown to fill the f 16 9 screen 4 i WIDE Normal Full stretches the 4 3 picture horizontally to fill the 16 9 screen f Zoom enlarges the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 screen ZOOM is useful for watching Letterbox movies WIDE When you change channels or inputs the Wide Mo
106. s recommended to use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the screen with opaque drapery It is desirable to install the LCD projection TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material Note This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming A security card provided by your cable operator is required to view encrypted digital programming Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video on demand a cable operator s enhanced program guide and data enhanced television services may require the use of a set top box For more information call your local cable operator This television also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you to receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription service to a cable service provider Availability of digital cable 4 television programming in your area depends on the type of programming and signal provided by your cable service provider Trademark Information CableCARD is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories Inc TruSurround SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc BBE and BBE Symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound Inc and are licensed
107. s before making any connections 1 Using a component video cable connect the DVD player s Y B Y and R Y jacks to the LCD projection TV s Y PB and PR jacks Use the HD DVD IN 5 or 6 connection The Y B Y and R Y jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y Cp and Cr or Y Ps and Pr If so connect the cables to like colors 2 Using an audio cable connect the DVD player s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks Be sure to use the same row of inputs that you used for the video connection HD DVD IN 5 or 6 Rear of LCD projection TV Component video cable not supplied T fit Ta O Fal DVD player HO __ LINE OUT S VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT_ S LINK DIGITAL OUT O R AUDIO 1 L VIDEO B Y R Y OPTICAL COAXIAL ol Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc AUDIO R red AUDIO L white Audio cable not supplied To take advantage of the Wide Mode set the DVD player s aspect ratio to 16 9 For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD player 42 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV DVD Player with Use this hookup if S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 2 Your DVD player does not have component Y B Y R Y jacks Disconnect all power sources before making any connections 1 Using an audio cable connec
108. s not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Contents Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV Package Content cece Using This Manual eee eeeeeseeeeeeeeeee POAWUECS is cicesssdsiasaseisenedtelicbnoqeseaersbsseanesssieadess Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV Notes on the LCD Projection TV 00 Cleaning the Screen Surface eee Replacing the Lamp c cecessesceeeseeseeeeees Setting Up the LCD Projection TV OOVELVIGW carare a a dieu GEEAE EE 21 LCD Projection TV Front Panel and Connectors 22 Front Panel siscstisivess iisussh ae araia 22 Front and Rear Panel Connectors 0 23 Installing the LCD Projection TV eee 25 Carrying Your LCD Projection TV 25 Take Precaution during the Installation 26 To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Falling cusscscesestsecavestass nica Seeveehs wausivecestiaustece 26 When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall icsi sscisessccsvinccsecescasascondineaveaecs Recommended Viewing Area Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Anteni Areenan a NES 28 Cable or Antenna cccccccececeeeeseeseeeseeneees 29 Cable and Antenna ccccccscccseessesteeseeees 30 Cable Box and Cable cccccecceseeseeeteeneees 31 Cable BOX wiisct
109. s the same program in both windows mj m If you are using a cable box to unscramble all channels as shown on page 32 you cannot use the Twin View feature This is because the cable box can unscramble only one channel at a time You can use Twin View to view a signal from a different source that is connected to the LCD projection TV s A V jacks such as a VCR or DVD player in the second window by pressing TV VIDEO while in Twin View Sources connected to the CABLE VIDEO 5 VIDEO 6 VIDEO 7 and VIDEO 8 inputs as well as digital source display only in the left Twin View window Be sure the Twin View window is set to a video input or channel that has a signal airing You might be tuned to a video input with nothing connected to it Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing TV VIDEO Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing TV VIDEO Check that the Label Video Inputs option is not set to Skip See the Setup menu on page 109 Both Twin View windows might be set to the same channel Try changing channels in either window 115 uo eunoju j 19410 j Other Information Remote Control Problem Possible Remedies Remote control does not operate Cannot change channels with the remote control Remote control does not operate non Sony video equipment CableCARD Problem Problems using CableCARD or CableCARD services 116 w mi m Uo The batteries could be weak Replace the batter
110. s to set the center The Zoom and Pan controls are displayed Summer 2004 DSC00012 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 12 of 25 Jamal JINS Aowa ay Buisn f To Do This Do This Zoom in increase magnification Press or to highlight Zoom and press C _ Then press to zoom in or or out decrease magnification to zoom out To stop using Zoom press Pan left right up down You can use Pan only when the photo is magnified using Zoom Press or to highlight Pan and press C Then press gt to pan around the photo To stop using Pan press C Exit the Zoom Pan controls Press or to highlight Exit and press C _ Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press 1 button on the remote control Using Rotate To Rotate a photo d Inthe Photo menu bar press or to highlight View 2 Press or to highlight Rotate You cannot rotate a 3 To rotate clockwise press or to highlight Clockwise and press photo that has been Ce rotected see Protect er mi page 87 To rotate counterclockwise press or to highlight Counterclockwise and press C The photo is rotated 90 degrees each time you press C 85 Using the Memory Stick Viewer Playing Movies Information about selected movie Selected movie Enlarge button Play pause button Previous next buttons Movie menu bar Movie Controls The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MPEG
111. s unbalanced sync negative Ps 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Pr 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms minijack uo eunoju j 19410 j minijack 500 mVrms at the maximum volume setting Variable 500 mVrms Fixed Impedance output 2 kilohms Z AUDIO OUT jacks are operable only when the TV s Speaker is set to Off Optical Rectangular 1 5 W L 5 W R 20 W Woofer Continued 123 Other Information Dimensions W x H x D Mass Power Consumption In Use In Standby Supplied Accessories Remote Control AA R6 Batteries KDF 55XS955 62 x 37 1 2 x 19 inches 1 574 x 952 x 484 mm KDF 60XS955 66 3 8 x 39 5 8 x 20 1 4 inches 1 685 x 1 007 x 514 mm KDF 55XS955 48 0 kg 105 Ib 29 oz KDF 60XS955 51 5 kg 113 Ib 19 oz KDF 55 60XS955 265 W Less than 20 W RM Y915 2 supplied for remote control Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 124 Optional Accessories HDMI cable Component video cable S VIDEO cable A V cable Audio cable Optical cable Control S cable RK G69 TV Stand SU GW12 Lamp XL 2200 Coo oo oOo eo eo O Other Information 125 uo eunoju j 19410 j Index Numerics 0 9 buttons 56 63 4 3 Defaults 101 A Activating a Twin View screen 68 Adding channels to the channel list 103 Adjusting audio Steady Sound 98 Advanced Video 96 Alternate Audio 65 Alternate Video 65 ANT button 57 63 Antenna connecting 29 30 Audio Menu 93 98 Audio Out 99
112. seeseeeeeeeeeees 75 POAWQUre sc scssssscssssssssssnssnsssesssessesnasassasssas ses seasss 75 Memory Stick Compatibility 0 76 Memory Stick Functionality 0 eee 76 File Compatibility 0 0 eee eeeeeeeeeee 77 Trademark Information teens 77 Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick 78 Inserting a Memory Stick eee 78 Inserting the Memory Stick Duo 0 79 Removing a Memory Stick 80 Using the Memory Stick Index eee 81 Using the Memory Stick Index 82 Viewing PHOS ss cccssscsavssaesivessccasedassyecbevssaressesatesion 83 Photo Controls erse aane 83 Photo Menu Bar Options cece 84 Using Zoom and Pan 85 Using Rotate jo sca ee eaS 85 Playing MOVIES rarissima 86 Movie Controls sisisi 86 Movie Menu Bar Options eee 87 Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options 88 Slide Show Menu Options cece 88 Folder Menu Options cceeeeeeeeeeeees 89 Memory Stick Menu cc eeeeeeeteeeeeeees 89 Notes on Using Memory Stick Media 90 About DCF File Names s s s 90 Memory Stick Precautions eee 91 Using the Menus OVERVIEW ss soo tsisssstvatensstsstendpanssbaleasvaosteusnssbisete dee 93 Using the Video Menu eee eeeeeseeeeteeeeeees 94 Selecting Video Options e eee 94 Using the Audio Menu w e cece eceeeeeereeeeees 98 Selecting Audio Options 0 0 0 cece 98 Using the Screen Menu ce eeeeeseeeseeeeeeeeee 100 Selecting Scree
113. set the Audio Out option to Variable To turn on the LCD projection TV speakers set the Speaker option to On see page 99 Problem Possible Remedies 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 Some digital cable channels are not being displayed 120 m m m J Press ANT to select the VHF UHF input see page 57 Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the LCD projection TV s memory see page 102 Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the LCD projection TV s memory see page 102 Check your Channel Fix settings see page 102 Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the LCD projection TV s memory see page 102 Press ANT to select the CABLE input see page 57 Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in LCD projection TV memory see page 102 Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable channels Check with your cable company for more information The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Digital Setup menu see page 103 General Other Information Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory settings How to rest
114. ss into the Parent menu If you lose your password see Lost password on page 121 The Parent menu includes the following options Option Description Parental Lock Off Turn Parental Lock off No programs are Turn ratings on off and blocked from viewing select a rating system Child Maximum ratings permitted are US TV Y TV G G Canada C G TV Y Youth Maximum ratings permitted are US TV PG PG Canada C8 PG 8 ans TV PG Y Adult Maximum ratings permitted are US TV 14 PG 13 Canada 14 13 ans TV 14 Custom Select to set ratings manually US See page 106 for details Canada See page 107 for details If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system you should select Child Youth or Y Adult to help simplify the rating selection To set more restrictive ratings select Custom For descriptions of Child Youth and Y Adult ratings see page 104 Viewing Blocked Programs Using the Menus Option Description Change Password Select to change your password Select Country U S A Select to use USA ratings see page 106 Canada Select to use Canadian ratings see page 107 To deactivate the parental control feature 4 Set Parental Lock to OFF when in the Parent menu To change the password Inthe Parent menu use the arrow buttons to highlight Change Password and press to select it Enter a new four digit password using the 0 9 buttons Confirm the new password by enter
115. t the DVD player s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV s AUDIO IN jacks 2 Using aS VIDEO cable connect the DVD player s S VIDEO jack to the LCD projection TV s S VIDEO jack Rear of LCD projection TV VIDEO IN S VIDEO W B p 9 S VIDEO __ cable VIDEO HO DVD player KA L196 O LINE OUT umo t AUDIOR AUDIOL ViDEO S VIDEO r 2 AUDIO R VIDEO Cables are often 1 red amp yellow color coded to connectors g AUDIO L Connect red to red w white d white to white etc Audio cable not supplied If your DVD player is not equipped with S VIDEO use a VIDEO cable yellow instead of the S VIDEO cable To watch the DVD player press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input VIDEO 1 in the illustration If you have a non Sony DVD player and want to set up the TV remote control to operate the DVD player you must program the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on page 58 To control DVD functions with the TV remote control see Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer on page 61 Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 109 43 AL uoljsefo1d A97 241 dn Bum s j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Camcorder Disconnect all power sources before making any connections For easy connection of the camcord
116. take a while before the picture appears 1 minute or less Q When the projection lamp wears out the screen goes dark Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL 2200 replacement lamp not supplied After replacing the lamp be sure to attach the lamp cover securely otherwise your LCD projection TV will not turn on For details on lamp replacement see Replacing the Lamp on page 16 The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your LCD projection TV is in use To avoid eye discomfort or injury do not look into the housing when the power is on Notes on the LCD Projection TV Cleaning the Screen Surface Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV To enjoy clear pictures Q Prevent sunlight or other light sources from shining directly onto the screen Q The screen surface is easily scratched Do not rub touch or tap it with a sharp or abrasive object see Cleaning the Screen Surface below On moisture condensation If your LCD projection TV is moved directly from a cold to a warm location is placed in a humid room or if the room temperature changes suddenly the picture may blur or show poor color This is caused by moisture condensation on the lenses inside If this happens leave the power on to help the moisture evaporate When the condensation has evaporated the picture of your LCD projection TV will return to normal When not using the LCD Projection TV for a long period of time 2 Turn of
117. that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off automatically Timer 1 You can use the Timers to program the Timer 2 LCD projection TV to turn on and off and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times 111 snuayy ay Buisn i Using the Menus Option Description Displays Timer 1 and Timer 2 cannot be set until you set the Current Time 1 Press or to highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2 To set the timer press To go directly to programming Timer 1 or 2 press instead of pressing 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 Ifyou selected Program in step 2 press and to set the day s hour minute duration and channel number Press or press to confirm each setting and move to the next setting Press to go back to the previous setting A Press NU to exit the menu screen An LED on the front panel will light indicating the Timer has been set Current Time You can set the current time 1 Press to select Current Time 2 Press and to set the current time day hour minute and AM PM Press or press gt to confirm each setting and move to the next setting Press to go back the previous setting 3 Press MENU to exit the menu screen Diagnostics Display diagnostics infor
118. the LCD projection TV Carry the LCD projection TV in the specified manner If you carry the LCD projection TV in a manner other than the specified manner and without the specified number of persons it may drop and a serious injury may be caused Be sure to follow the instructions mentioned below Carry the LCD projection TV with the specified number of persons see page 25 Do not carry the LCD projection TV holding the speaker grill Q Hold the LCD projection TV tightly when carrying it Before carrying the LCD projection TV disconnect any accessories or cables About the LCD projection TV Although the LCD projection TV is made with high precision technology black dots may appear or bright points of light red blue or green may appear constantly on the LCD screen This is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a defect Installation d If direct sunlight or other strong illumination shines on the screen part of the screen may appear white due to reflections from behind the screen This is a structural property of the LCD projection TV Do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight 1 The picture quality may be affected by your viewing position Sit at least approx 6 8 ft 2 1 m for KDF 55XS955 or sit at least approx 7 ft 2 2 m for KDF 60XS955 away from your LCD projection TV and within 55 of the vertical and 125 of the horizontal viewing area If you sit too cl
119. the LCD projection TV is fixed Use your audio receiver s volume control to adjust the volume and other settings through your audio system snuayy ay Buisn i Speaker On Select to turn on the LCD projection TV speakers Off Select to turn off the LCD projection TV speakers and listen to the TV s sound only through your external audio system speakers 99 Using the Menus Using the Screen Menu To select the Screen menu 1 Press MENU 2 Press or to highlight the Screen icon and press Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features Press to select a feature Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Press to select the desired option Noah Q Press MENU to exit the menu screen Selecting Screen The Screen menu includes the following options Options ET Wide Mode is Wide Mode Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4 3 picture to fill the 16 9 unavailable while in Select a screen screen keeping the original image as much as Twin View page 68 mode to use for possible Freeze page 73 or 4 3 sources Normal Select to return the 4 3 picture to its original Memory Stick mode size and aspect ratio page 75 Normal is not available when watching 720p or 1080i Sources 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 To chan
120. the following optional equipment Making Video Connections 34 About Using S VIDEO 34 VCR and Cable 35 VCR and Cable Box 36 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 38 Satellite Receiver 39 Satellite Receiver with a VCR 40 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 42 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 43 Camcorder 44 Audio Receiver 45 Digital Cable Box 46 Digital Satellite Receiver 47 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connector 48 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector 50 Using the CONTROL S Feature 51 Using CableCARD 52 33 AL uonsefo1g A97 ay dn Buras j Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Making Video Your TV includes several types of video inputs When connecting your TV Connections use the inputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance as described below Best Video Connector Type Performance HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface i Component video S VIDEO O Composite video RF Coaxial About Using 7 f the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack S VIDEO 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 og Example of an S VIDEO Connection Rear of LCD projection TV VIDEO IN y W IA o E og S VIDEO cable V
121. the volume on external speakers Channels H 0 0 m Press MUTING so that Muting disappears from the screen see page 56 Make sure the Speaker option is set to On in the Audio menu see page 99 Make sure the MTS option is set to Stereo or Mono see page 99 Communication problems may occur if infrared communication equipment e g infrared cordless headphones is used near the LCD projection TV Please use headphones other than infrared cordless headphones Also if you use infrared communication equipment other than infrared cordless headphones move the infrared transceiver away from the LCD projection TV until the noise is eliminated or move the transmitter and receiver of the infrared communication equipment closer together Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box s remote control Then press FUNCTION once and the LCD projection TV indicator lights up and adjust the LCD projection TV s volume The LCD projection 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 99 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 99 Or to use the LCD projection TV remote control
122. udio L R jacks 4 CONTROL S To control other Sony equipment with the LCD projection IN OUT TV s remote control connect the CONTROL S IN jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the LCD projection TV with the CONTROL S cable To control the LCD projection TV with the remote control of another Sony product connect the CONTROL S OUT jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S IN jack on the LCD projection TV with the CONTROL S cable 5 AUDIO OUT Connects to the left and right audio inputs of your audio or VAR FIX L R video component AUDIO OUT jacks are operable only when the TV s Speaker is set to Off Continued 23 AL uoHsefo1d A97 24 dn Burnas jj Setting Up the LCD Projection TV 24 CONTROLS Connection 6 CableCARD slot 7 DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT PCM DOLBY DIGITAL 8 VHF UHF 9 CABLE 10 HDMI VIDEO 7 IN and VIDEO 8 IN Rear of LCD projection TV VIDEO IN dcabiecarD PCM DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Description CableCARD provides cable subscribers with access to secure digitally encrypted cable channels without the need for a set top box that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television For more information see page 52 Connects to the optical audio input of a digital audio component that is PCM Dolby digital compatible Con
123. ugh the features Press to select a feature Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options Press to select the desired option Press MENU to exit the menu screen The Setup menu includes the following options Option Description Caption Vision Allows you to select from four closed caption modes for programs that are broadcast with closed captioning Program Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision options See Programming Caption Vision on page 110 On Caption Vision is turned on Off Caption Vision is turned off Info Banner Set to On or Off When on displays the program name time remaining and other information if the broadcaster offers this service Displays when the channel is changed or the DISPLAY button is pressed Using the Menus Option Description Allows you to label the audio video equipment you have connected to the LCD projection TV so you can identify them when using TV VIDEO When in this menu Label Video Inputs Language Menu Color Image Shift High Altitude 1 Vide Vide Select to display all on screen menus in your language of Press or to highlight an input to label then press to select it Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the labels Press to select the equipment you connected to each of the input jacks on the back of your LCD projection TV Select Skip if you do not have any equipment connected to a particular input o
124. umbnail Display the highlighted photo voice memo or movie file full screen Display the next page of thumbnails Display the previous or next page of thumbnails Use the Memory Stick Menu bar to access additional options Move the highlight from the Memory Stick Menu bar back to the thumbnails Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press Press _ For details see Viewing Photos on page 83 and Playing Movies on page 86 1 Press to select V 2 Press to display the next page of thumbnails 1 Press to select V 2 Press to select 4 3 To go to the previous page press To go to the next page press 1 Press to select V 2 Press or to select Slide Show Contents or Memory Stick 3 Press or to select the option you want to change For details on these options see Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options on page 88 1 Press or to select V 2 Press to return to the currently displayed thumbnails or to display the next page of thumbnails Press 1 button on the remote control Using the Memory Stick Viewer Viewing Photos When you select a photo from the Memory Stick Index described on page 81 it displays as shown below with the following controls Information about selected photo Summer 2004 DSC00012 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 12 of 25 Selected photo Previous next buttons Photo menu bar Index Slide Show View D File
125. when cleaning this unit If not it may result in electric shock 5 On contamination on the screen surface The screen surface has a special coating to reduce reflections To prevent screen damage clean the screen as follows Clean the screen with a soft cloth _ To remove hard contamination use the cloth moistened with a solution of mild detergent and water Do not spray cleaning solution directly to the TV It should only be first sprayed to moisten the cleaning cloth _ Do not use any type of abrasive pad alkaline cleaner acid cleaner scouring powder chemical cloth or solvent such as alcohol benzene or thinner as these may scratch the screen s coating Installation Water and Moisture Do not use power line operated sets near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart stand table or shelf The set may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of LCD projection TV An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilat
126. y pressing and P Press to turn on off Twin View For details see Using Twin View on page 68 Press to freeze the current picture in a separate window Press again to restore the picture For details see Using the Freeze Function on page 73 Press to adjust the volume Press when in a menu to reset the setting to the factory defaults Also used to clear Label Channels or Favorite Channels Button SLEEP POWER GREEN DISPLAY TV VIDEO MENU F1 h P2 ANT GUIDE TVISAT 24 CH 25 JUMP 26 MTS SAP Using the Remote Control Description Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes 15 30 45 60 or 90 that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off To cancel Sleep Timer press SLEEP repeatedly until Sleep Off appears Press to turn on off the LCD projection TV Press once to display channel number label current time and other information Press again to turn Display off See page 111 for details on setting the time Press to cycle through the video equipment connected to your LCD projection TV s video inputs Press to display the menu Press again to exit from the menu For details see Using the Menus on page 93 Press to select the function of connected components For details see Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control on page 60 When FUNCTION is switched on TV press to display the Mem
127. you want to control with the LCD projection TV s remote control use the following procedure to program the remote control The equipment must have infrared IR remote capability in order to be used with the remote control From the Manufacturer s Codes listed on page 59 select the three digit code number for the manufacture s code of your equipment If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment Use the code number to complete the following procedure 1 Press the DVD VCR FUNCTION and RESET buttons simultaneously or press the SAT CABLE FUNCTION and RESET buttons simultaneously DVD VCR and SAT CABLE buttons flash 2 Press the function button you want to program To program a cable box or a satellite receiver Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION To program video equipment Press DVD VCR FUNCTION 3 Enter the three digit manufacturer s code number using the 0 9 buttons a Press ENT enter button If no code number is input within 10 seconds or an invalid or incorrect code number is input the remote control automatically goes back to the previous setting 5 To check if the code number works aim the TV s remote control at the equipment and press DVD VCR and or SAT CABLE POWER that corresponds with that equipment If it responds the programming is completed If not try using the other codes listed for that manufacturer In some c

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