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1. R O LINE 5 IN a AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO G O wig A D AIV cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This View monitor what is being Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 1 in the recorded illustration above Set up the TV remote control If you have anon Sony VCR you must program the remote control See to operate the VCR s Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 52 Activate the TV remote Open the outside cover as shown on page 50 Then set the A V slide switch control to operate the VCR s to the position you programmed for the VCR Control VCR functions with See Operating a VCR on page 66 the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV 29 Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver s satellite input jack 2 Usean A V cable to connect the satellite receiver s A V output See page 23 jacks to the TV s A V input jacks 3 Connect a CATV cable from your cable or antenna to the TV s CABLE jack 4 Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 45 VHF UHF CABLE 3 CATV cable a lt i Satell
2. Using Twin View 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 Displaying Twin 1 Tune the TV to a working channel Pictures 2 Press Q A second picture appears The active picture is highlighted To cancel Twin View and watch the active picture Q Press Q or Factors Affecting Twin View m O 60 If you use a cable box to view all channels the same channel appears in both windows of Twin View because the cable box unscrambles only one channel at a time If you use a cable box you can view the cable box output in one Twin View window and view a different source such as a VCR or DVD player in the second window by using the TV VIDEO button For details see Connecting Optional Equipment on page 22 Digital sources as well as any sources connected to the VIDEO 5 VIDEO 6 VIDEO 7 inputs display in the left window but not in the right window If you are viewing a 4 3 source and a 16 9 enhanced source such as a DVD side by side in Twin View the 4 3 source appears larger Twin View does not display channels that are blocked by parental settings see page 102 Activating the You can use the and buttons to activate the left and right pictures
3. S 3 VY Using Zoom To Zoom and Pan a photo and Pan 1 In the Photo Menu bar highlight View 2 Highlight Zoom Pan and press 3 Specify the zoom center point by moving the joystick then press To Do This to set the center The Zoom and Pan controls are displayed Summer 2004 DSC00012 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 12 of 25 Do This Zoom in increase magnification or out decrease magnification Pan move the photo left right up down Exit the Zoom Pan controls Highlight Zoom and press to zoom in or to zoom out For help on using Zoom press You can use Pan only when the photo is magnified using Zoom Highlight Pan and press Then move the joystick gt to pan around the photo To stop using Pan press Highlight Exit and press Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote control Using Rotate To Rotate a photo 1 Inthe Photo Menu bar highlight View 2 Highlight Rotate 3 To rotate clockwise highlight Clockwise and press To rotate counterclockwise highlight Counterclockwise and press The photo is rotated 90 degrees each time you press 78 Playing Movies When you select a movie from the Memory Stick Index described on page 74 it displays as shown below with the following controls Information about selected movie Summer 2004 MOVO0012 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 12 of 25 On FA
4. When the channel list is completed the lowest numbered channel is displayed To run Auto Program at a later time Q Use the Auto Program feature as described on page 100 To add individual digital channels Use the Digital Channel feature as described on page 100 To reset the TV to factory settings 1 Press POWER to turn on the TV 2 Hold down RESET on the remote control 3 Press TV POWER on the TV The TV will turn itself off then back on 4 Release RESET 45 Using the Remote Control Overview This chapter describes how to set up program and use the TV s remote control Topic Page Inserting Batteries 47 Button Descriptions Outside Panel 48 Inside Panel 50 Programming the Remote Control 51 Inserting Batteries 1 Remove the battery cover from the remote control 2 Insert two size AA R6 batteries supplied by matching the and terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover Remove the batteries to avoid damage from possible battery leakage whenever you anticipate that the remote control will not be used for an extended period Handle the remote control with care Avoid dropping it getting it wet placing it in direct sunlight near a heater or where the humidity is high 47 Remote Control Button Descriptions Outside Panel Murine YS UEEP a o 48
5. 95 112 ratings setting 102 104 ratings viewing blocked programs 103 104 Record buttons 50 remote control inserting batteries 47 programming 51 52 removing Favorite Channels 63 RESET button 48 63 resetting Audio options 98 Video options 96 Rewind button 50 S S VIDEO jack described 14 16 SAT CABLE FUNCTION button 49 POWER button 49 satellite receiver using with TV remote control 66 Screen Mode 58 99 SCREEN MODE button 48 58 Scrolling Index 10 Scrolling Index using 57 SELECT button 50 Setup Menu 105 sharpness adjusting 94 Simulated Effect 97 sizing picture in Twin View 62 SLEEP button 48 speakers turning on off 98 using external speakers 98 specifications 120 Standard mode 94 Steady Sound described 10 Steady Sound setting 97 Stereo MTS setting 97 Stop button 50 Super Fine Pitch 10 surround sound 97 SYSTEM OFF button 50 T Tilt Correction 45 106 tilt correcting 45 106 TIMER indicator 119 transport buttons 50 treble adjusting 97 troubleshooting 113 119 TruSurround 97 TruSurround Effect 97 turning on off the TV 14 TV FUNCTION button 49 54 TV POWER button 49 54 TV VCR button 50 TV VIDEO button 48 54 Twin View button 49 described 10 using 60 62 V Variable audio setting 98 VCR using with TV remote control 66 with cable box connecting 26 with cable connecting 24 with satellite receiver connecting 32 VCR DVD button 50 Vertical Center 99 Vertical Correction 45
6. Hue Sharpness To change settings move the joystick va Gti G learEdge VM Press to confirm the selection Ari ies To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Video The Video Menu includes the following options arene z You can also change the Mode Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and Mode setting using the Customized sharpness PIC MODE button on the picture Standard Select for standard picture settings remote control eee Movie Select to display a softer picture Pro Select to display a picture with minimum You can alter the Video enhancements Menu settings Picture To control how the Mode settings Vivid Standard Movie Pro are Brightness Color etc for each applied to each video input see Mode Memory on page 96 Mode Picture Adjust to increase picture contrast and deepen the color or J P P decrease picture contrast and soften the color Brightness Adjust to brighten or darken the picture Color Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity Hue Adjust to increase or decrease the green tones Sharpness Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture Color Temp Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint White Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint intensit F aioe J Warm Select to give the white colors a red tint adjustment NTSC Standard 94 Option Description ClearEdge VM Sharpens picture definition to give every object a sharp clean edg
7. Picture while using Twin View To activate the picture in a the right window Move the joystick To activate the picture in p the left window h Move the joystick 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 ENTER For digital subchannels press 0 9 press 0 9 again and then ENTER For example to select subchannel 21 13 press 2 1 143 and then press ENTER Adjust the volume Press VOL Mute the sound Press MUTING press again 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 Change the picture size Move the joystick or For details see Changing the Picture Size on page 62 61 Changing the The zoom feature lets you vary the relative size of the left and right Picture Size pictures To Do This Do This Enlarge the active picture R Move the joystick Make the active picture smaller h Move the joystick When you adjust the picture sizes the TV memorizes the change The next time you use the Twin View function the memorized sizes appear 62 Using Favorite Channels Using the Channel Menu by For details on using the Channel Menu see page 100 The Favorite Channels feature lets you sel
8. To exit the Tilt Correction and Vertical Correction screens press the MENU button If you are using a CableCARD Auto Program is disabled for the CABLE input 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 and lets you correct tilt and vertical correction settings The Initial Setup screens appear when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up To run Initial Setup 1 Press POWER to turn on the TV The Initial Setup screen appears 2 Using the joystick on the remote control move the highlight to the desired language then press to select that language The Tilt Correction screen appears 3 Move the joystick to correct any tilt of the picture You can choose a correction between 7 and 7 When finished press The Vertical Correction screen appears 4 Move the joystick to make a vertical correction to the picture You can choose a correction between 5 and 5 When finished press 5 The next screen instructs you to connect your cable antenna Check that you ve connected your signal source correctly To start Auto Program move the joystick to highlight Yes and then press Auto Program automatically creates a list of receivable analog and digital channels Auto Program may take 50 minutes or more to complete A progress bar is displayed while the channel list is being created
9. 106 Vertical Expand Screen Mode 59 Vertical Size adjusting 99 VHF UHF jack described 16 VIDEO L R AUDIO jacks described 16 Video Menu 93 Video modes selecting 94 Vivid mode 94 VOL buttons 14 48 54 WwW Warm Color Temperature 94 Wega described 9 Wide Zoom 58 widescreen 11 Z Zoom Screen Mode 58 59 zoom feature with Twin View 62 125
10. 9 widescreen aspect ratio as opposed to a 4 3 aspect ratio 4 3 aspect ratio 16 9 aspect ratio Component video is sent through three cables two color shade chrominance signals and one brightness luminance signal Component video achieves greater color accuracy than composite video or S VIDEO by splitting chrominance into two separate portions Composite video is sent through a single cable Composite video combines the color shade chrominance and brightness luminance information into one video signal A process that demagnetizes the metal components in the TV monitor which eliminates image distortion that can result from magnetic charges acquired by the TV s components Your TV degausses automatically when it is turned on A new technology for transmitting and receiving broadcast television signals DTV provides clearer resolution and improved sound quality over analog television Provides an uncompressed all digital audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus two channel digital audio A unit of the Federal Communications Commission Washington DC that establishes television standards in the United States such as NTSC Color the standard used in this TV Radio Frequency That part of the frequency spectrum that is used to transmit TV and radio signals S VIDEO requires a
11. DVD player depending on the position of the A V slide switch For details see page 51 25 28 29 30 31 32 33 INDEX DE TWN view SOREN MO wi 34 35 50 VCR and DVD buttons require that you first program the remote page 51 if the VCR and DVD player are not Sony brand Button SYSTEM OFF 26 Transport Buttons 27 MTS SAP tte DISC MENU TV VCR DVD VCR DVD i LINK AV1 2 3 DVD Slide Switch SELECT MENU Description Press to turn off all Sony brand audio video equipment at once May not function with older Sony equipment lt lt Rewind bm Play Record press together with B To record with i LINK devices press only E Stop gt Fast forward Il Pause Press repeatedly to cycle through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options Stereo Auto SAP Second Audio Program and Mono Also available in the Audio Menu For details see Using the Audio Menu on page 97 Press to move the VCR or DVD player s on screen cursor Press to display the DVD Menu Press to change to the VHF UHF output of the VCR or DVD VCR combination unit Press to turn on and off the VCR or DVD player Use the A V slide switch to control connected video or i LINK equipment You can program one video source for each
12. Instant Replay JC Penney JVC Kenwood LXI Sears Magnavox Marantz Marta Memorex Minolta Mitsubishi MGA Multitech NEC Olympic Optimus Orion Panasonic Pentax Philco Philips Pioneer Quasar RCA PROSCAN 52 301 302 303 327 338 344 314 337 319 317 309 308 332 302 332 315 304 338 309 341 312 309 314 336 337 304 319 320 316 317 318 341 330 335 338 329 304 309 322 339 340 332 306 304 305 338 309 308 309 305 304 330 314 336 337 314 336 337 345 346 347 314 336 332 337 332 305 330 335 338 308 309 310 314 336 337 332 309 335 305 304 323 324 325 326 325 338 321 314 336 337 309 308 327 317 308 309 306 307 305 304 308 309 308 309 310 308 308 309 306 304 305 308 309 311 312 313 310 329 Manufacturer Code Realistic Sansui Samsung Sanyo Scott Sharp Signature 2000 M Ward SV2000 Sylvania Symphonic Tashiro Tatung Teac Technics Toshiba Wards Yamaha Zenith Laserdisc Players Manufacturer Code Sony Panasonic Pioneer 309 330 328 335 324 338 314 322 313 321 330 335 312 313 321 335 323 324 325 326 327 328 338 327 338 308 309 338 310 338 332 314 336 337 314 336 338 337 309 308 312 311 327 328 335 331 332 314 330 336 337 331 701 704 710 702 DVD VCR Combination Units Manufacturer Code Sony Brokson
13. Mode to use when channels or inputs are changed select from Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom For details see page 58 To continue using the current Screen Mode setting when the channel or input is changed select Off Vertical Center Allows you to move the position of the picture up and down in the window Available only in Wide Zoom and Zoom modes Move the joystick or and press to choose a correction between 15 and 15 Zoom mode and 5 and 5 Wide Zoom mode Vertical Size Allows you to adjust the vertical size of the picture Available only in Wide Zoom and Zoom modes Move the joystick or and press to choose a correction between 7 and 7 99 Using the Channel Menu To access the Channel Menu follow these steps aa 1 Display Menu 2 Notion Ed E 3 Press to select Favorite Channels f Channel Fix 4 ILI bigitat channels Auto Program Show Hide Channels Label Channels To change settings move the joystick gt Press to confirm the selection To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Channel The Channel Menu includes the following options Options Favorite Channels Lets you set up a list of your favorite channels For details see Using Favorite Channels on page 63 Channel Fix Off Turns off Channel Fix 2 6 Fix your TV s channel setting to 2 6 VHF UHF input and use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels C2 C6 Fix your TV s channel se
14. Select the desired option Index Displays the Memory Stick Index with the highlight on the thumbnail of the currently displayed movie Slide Show Displays the Slide Show Menu For details see Slide Show Menu Options on page 81 File Protect Allows you to the protect the MPEG1 file from any changes When an MPEGI1 file is protected it cannot be deleted Select On or Off Delete Deletes the MPEGI file from the Memory Stick You cannot delete an MPEGI1 file that has been protected or if the Memory Stick is locked Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options Slide Show Menu The Slide Show Menu includes the following options Gaians Start Starts the Slide Show The Slide Show Menu is the Music Allows you to select background audio to play during the same whether you select it from Slide Show the Memory Stick Index page 74 Photo page 76 or Movie page 79 Menus Off No additional background audio is played during the Slide Show Audio that is associated with the JPEG or MPEG files will play Play Memory Plays all MP3 files on the Memory Stick The Stick Piano MP3 file and any MP3 file playlists are not played Piano built in Plays the MP3 file stored in the TV s internal memory List of MP3 Displays a list of all MP3 files and MP3 file aT Files and playlists found at the top level root of the When you select Complete Playlists Memory Stick To show additional MP3 files List it may take a moment to store
15. Selected movie Enlarge button Enlarge Play pause button gt Previous next buttons lt gt Movie Menu bar EE ndx Dre Movie Controls To Do This Do This The quality of the movie Enlarge the movie Highlight Enlarge and then press To display when enlarged depends on the window the movie controls again press When the resolution of the MPEG1 file See movie ends the movie controls are displayed your camera s instruction manual again tor deti Play the movie with the Highlight Play and then press movie controls displayed Pause the movie Highlight II Pause and then press Display the previous or Highlight the Previous Next button next fileon the Memory Then move the joystick to go to the previous Stick file or gt to go to the next file Hide the Movie Menu With the highlight in the Movie Menu bar move bar displaying only the the joystick movie Display the hidden Move the joystick Movie Menu bar Access additional options See Movie Menu Bar Options on page 80 in the Movie Menu bar Exit Memory Stick Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote Viewer control 42135 Aow N 79 2 J Ww PA S E 9 Movie Menu Bar Options MPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon 80 To access the Movie Menu bar 1 Highlight Index in the Movie Menu bar 2 Move the joystick or to select Index Slide Show or File 3
16. To change the direction of the scrolling move the joystick or 3 To change the speed of the scrolling move and hold the joystick tort 4 To change a frozen video picture to a live video move the joystick or to highlight the picture then press 5 To move the live video from step 4 from the right to the main left window of the Scrolling Index press again To exit the Scrolling Index Press INDEX Factors Affecting Scrolling Index m m m m Scrolling Index does not function if you use a cable box to view all channels Scrolling Index does not function if you are using CableCARD see page 43 Scrolling Index does not function if parental controls are set see page 102 Digital sources as well as any sources connected to the VIDEO 5 VIDEO 6 VIDEO 7 inputs display in the left window but not in the right windows 57 Using Screen Mode i The Screen Mode feature lets you change the picture size for both You can also access the Screen Standard definition 480i 480p and high definition 720p 1080i Mode settings in the Screen Menu sources pores 30 page 22 Q Press SCREEN MODE repeatedly to toggle through the following Screen Mode settings Using Screen Mode with Standard Definition 480i 480p Sources Example Description Wide Zoom enlarges the center portion of the picture proportionately The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16 9 screen SCR
17. an audio amplifier Q Using an optical cable connect the TV s DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL output jack to the device s audio optical input jack VIDEO IN VHF UHF CABLE e U oats OPTICAL kl ail rd a Optical audio cable fi ue AUDIO Ne CEE Because all equipment does not output digital audio you should also connect the TV s analog audio output jacks to the amplifier s analog audio input jacks as described on page 38 41 Using the CONTROL S Feature 42 CONTROL S allows you to control your system and other Sony equipment with one remote control In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control the CONTROL S feature allows you to always point your remote control at your TV instead of having to point it at the other equipment which might be hidden or out of direct line of sight Use CONTROL S IN to send signals to the TV Use CONTROL S OUT to send signals to connected equipment D g CableCARD OUT DIGITAL AUDIO corricauy LEl Pew DoLs GITAL 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 b
18. and select a Child Maximum ratings permitted are Youth or Young Adult to help rating system a US TV Y TV G G simplify the rating selection To 1 Canada C G TV Y set more specific ratings select Youth Maximum ratings permitted are Custom O US TV PG PG m Canada C8 PG 8 ans TV PG Y Adult Maximum ratings permitted are J US TV 14 PG 13 T Canada 14 13 ans TV 14 Custom Select to set ratings manually 1 US See page 103 for details 1 Canada See page 104 for details For descriptions of Child Youth and Young Adult ratings see page 103 Change Password For changing your password Select Country U S A Select to use USA ratings see page 103 Canada Select to use Canadian ratings see page 104 102 US Models Selecting Custom Rating Options The Content Based Ratings are linked to the level of the Age Based Rating For example a program with an Age Based Rating of TV PG V Violence rating may contain moderate violence while a TV 14 V Violence rating may contain more intense violence To ensure maximum blocking capability set the Age Based Ratings If you block unrated TV programs be aware that the following types of programs may be blocked emergency broadcasts political programs sports news public service announcements religious programs and weather Viewing Blocked Programs For US models the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options For Canadian
19. attempting to operate There is a possibility that some non Sony equipment cannot be operated by your Sony TV remote You may need to use the equipment s original remote control Possible Remedies a J Check that the CableCARD is inserted properly see pages 43 44 The CableCARD must be activated by your local cable TV provider before you can receive digital cable TV services See the activation instructions on pages 43 44 Check the Diagnostics and CableCARD menu options see page 109 This can be useful in providing information to an authorized technician or repair person Contact your cable TV provider Channels Problem Possible Remedies Cannot receive upper m channels UHF when using an antenna TV is fixed to one channel UO m Cannot receive any m channels when using cable TV Cannot receive or select d channels Some digital cable channels Q are not being displayed m m m m Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the TV s memory see page 100 Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the TV s memory see page 100 Check your Channel Fix settings see page 100 Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are not presently in the TV s memory see page 100 Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable TV channels that are not presently in TV memory
20. cable TV company s interactive or advanced features such as video on demand or in 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 For information on installing and activating CableCARD see Using CableCARD on page 43 17 Cable or Antenna Only 18 For best results use one of the following connections if you are connecting a cable or an antenna and you 4 Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels If you have a cable box see pages 20 21 Q Do not intend to connect a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 24 and 26 The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in your home as described below 75 ohm coaxial cable usually found in newer homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only or TV combined on cea VHF UHF mm DeD cable VHF UHF Cable ros coaxla cable mum D D CABLE 300 ohm twin lead cable usually found in older homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF Only or 300 ohm twin UHF Only or lead cable combined rE VHF UHF VHF UHF Antenna connector not supplied 75 ohm coaxial and 300 ohm
21. camera s instruction manual for details Error message Q No Memory Stick There is no Memory Stick in the slot is displayed Q Memory Stick The lock mechanism on the Memory Stick is Locked engaged Q Memory Stick Error The Memory Stick in the slot might be damaged try a different Memory Stick Q Format Error The Memory Stick may have been formatted using a PC or other device that is not compatible with cameras Error icon is displayed kef The file is not a valid MPEG1 or JPEG format E The thumbnail is not DCF compatible Tr The file is a JPEG or an MPEGI but the thumbnail is unreadable g J The file is unreadable Audio Problem Possible Remedies Good picture Q Press MUTING so that the word Muting disappears from the screen see page no sound 48 Q Make sure the Speaker option is set to On in the Audio Menu see page 98 Q Make sure the MTS option is set to Stereo or Mono see page 97 Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound seems weak or a insufficient Cannot raise the volume on Q external audio speakers Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box s remote control Then press TV FUNCTION and adjust the TV s volume The TV s audio might be set to Auto SAP or Mono when it might be better set to Stereo In the Audio Menu see page 97 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 optio
22. device then the Device List will appear Select the desired device from the list and press to display the Control Panel 2 Move the remote control s joystick to navigate through the options available in the i LINK Control Panel Press to select a desired option 4 Press i LINK to exit the Control Panel and view the i LINK device full screen Ww To exit i LINK mode select DTV from the Device List or press CH Bi LINK Control Panel o Power Swap Audio Sony DV VCR The DTV window appears only if the i LINK Menus were entered while watching a digital TV channel The i LINK Control Panel displays the signal from the TV to the left if available and the signal from the currently selected device to the right 89 To Do This Do This Go to the Device List Change the audio being played from the TV to the current selected device and vice versa Play a recording from the selected i LINK camcorder or digital VCR Fast forward or rewind a recording from the selected i LINK camcorder or digital VCR Record from TV to the selected i LINK digital VCR Stop a recording from the selected i LINK digital VCR Turn the selected device power on and off Setup the selected device Move the joystick to highlight Back to Device List and press Move the joystick to highlight Swap Audio and press An icon appears next to the window that currently has sound Move the joystick to hi
23. needs service see Contacting Sony on page 113 When lit indicates one of the timers is set When the timer is set this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off For details see page 108 16 Infrared Receiver IR Receives IR signals from the TV s remote control 17 POWER Press to turn on and off the TV 14 Rear Panel OUT DIGITAL AUDIO 9 OPTICAL PCM DOLBY DIGITAL 15 Jack Description 1 2 11 12 VHF UHF RF input that connects to your VHF UHF antenna or cable box S VIDEO IN 1 3 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO S VIDEO provides better picture quality than either composite video 3 or VHF UHF 1 connections VIDEO IN 1 3 4 Connect to the composite A V output jacks on your VCR or other video VIDEO L MONO component A fourth component A V input jack VIDEO 2 is located on the front AUDIO R panel of the TV This video connection provides better picture quality than the VHF UHF 1 connection MONITOR OUT Lets you record the program you are watching to a VCR When two VCRs are connected you can use the TV as a monitor for tape to tape editing not available with digital channels or with 480i 480p 720p or 1080i when the input is set to VIDEO 5 6 o
24. of electrical y A g power supplied to your home consult your A dealer or local power company For those sets f 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 r insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in Alternate Warning For the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If youare unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact 2 29 x your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock Always turn the set off when it is not to be used When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time u
25. 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 see page 43 i LINK Connects to the i LINK jack on your i LINK compatible device Provides a secure 2 inputs digital connection between your TV and your i LINK compatible device Cable RF input that connects to your cable signal Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 16 Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you will connect your TV varies depending on how your home receives a signal cable cable box antenna and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR If You Are Connecting See Page Cable or Antenna Only 18 4 No cable box or VCR Cable and Antenna Only 19 No cable box or VCR Cable Box and Cable Only 20 Q Cable box unscrambles only some channels usually premium channels d No VCR Cable Box Only 21 1 Cable box unscrambles all channels d No VCR If you are connecting a VCR Q See the connections described on pages 24 and 26 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 Q Your cable TV company does not provide CableCARD service in your viewing area Q You want to access your
26. see page 100 Certain cable TV companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable channels Check with your cable TV company for more information Check with your cable TV company if the channels are scrambled or encrypted You will need a CableCARD or a separate set top box to view those channels Some optional digital cable broadcast formats may not be supported If your cable TV company is broadcasting digital signals in unsupported broadcast formats you will need a separate set top box provided by your cable TV company to view those channels The digital cable channel may be set to Hide in the Channel Menu see page 101 Use the Digital Channels feature to search for new digital channels see page 100 115 Memory Stick Problem Image does not m display Cannot see all files a a a m m JPEG image displays m undesirable motion or flicker in full screen Rotation not saved after m Memory Stick is ejected or Memory Stick Viewer is m closed m Cannot Rotate Zoom Pan or A Print Mark MPEG files Cannot show or hide file J information in full screen or Slide Show Cannot set print quantity U Cannot see Menu QO Cannot hear audio while QO using Memory Stick m m m Not all MP3 files on Memory Stick are included when the Music Complete List option is Q selected page 81 Cannot see MP3 list to play O music MP3 file does not play back O correctly MP3 files on the Memo
27. set and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered fa AY Never cover the slots and openings with a KO A cloth or other materials Q Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Q Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Q 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 Code in Canada provide information with respect to proper g
28. single cable which carries the brightness luminance and color chrominance signals of the picture separately S VIDEO provides better resolution than composite video which carries the signals together VHF Very High Frequency is the part of the frequency spectrum from 30 to 300 megahertz UHF Ultra High Frequency is the part of the frequency spectrum from 300 to 3 000 megahertz Provides 480 lines of resolution Displays images using interlaced scanning which first transmits all the odd lines on the TV screen and then the even lines Provides 480 lines of resolution Displays images using progressive scanning which transmits each line from top to bottom Provides 720 lines of resolution Displays images using progressive scanning which transmits each line from top to bottom Provides 1080 lines of resolution Displays images using interlaced scanning which first transmits all the odd lines on the TV screen and then the even lines 1080i is one of the formats used by HDTV High Definition TV Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Twin View Problem 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 If after reading these operating instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television please call our Customer Information Services Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 US residents only or 416 499 SONY 76
29. switch position i LINK connected devices are by default set to AV1 For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 51 Press repeatedly to step through the Audio Effect options Also available in the Audio Menu For details see page 97 Press to select an item in the VCR or DVD player s Menu Press to display the DVD player setup Menu Programming the Remote Control The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment m A MUTING SLEEP SAT CABLE POWER FUNCTION i LINK SAT CABLE WV TVVIDEO ANT PICMODE SCREEN MODE jaat 4 Ne RESI O FAVORITES GUIDE O CODE SET JUMP oo SONY RM Y201 Sony Equipment Switch Position on Programmable Code Remote Control Number i LINK i LINK AV1 901 8 mm VCR AV2 302 VHS VCR AV3 301 DVD player DVD 751 If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the 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 Turn to the list of Manufacturer s Codes on page 52 and find the three digit code number for the manufacturer of your equipment If more than one code number is listed use the number listed first Open the remote control and set the A V slide switch to i L
30. the satellite receiver press SAT CABLE FUNCTION For the VCR open the control to operate the satellite outside cover as shown on page 50 Then set the A V slide switch to the receiver or VCR position you programmed for the VCR Control satellite receiverand See Operating a Satellite Receiver on page 66 and Operating a VCR on VCR functions with the TV page 66 remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV 33 DVD Player with For best results use this connection if your DVD player has Component component video Y Ps PR jacks Video Connectors To connect a DVD player with component video connectors 1 Use three separate component video cables to connect the DVD player s Y Ps and Pr jacks to the Y Ps and Pr jacks VIDEO 5 on the TV The Y Ps and Pr jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y CB and Cr or Y B Y and R Y If so connect the cables to like colors 2 Usean audio cable to connect the DVD player s audio output jacks to the TV s VIDEO 5 audio input jacks Component video cables 48 81 LINE OUT R AUDIO1 L VIDEO Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red 2 white to white etc Audio cable 34 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the DV
31. to the card and the TV 43 Ww Gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place 4 Turon the TV After 1 2 minutes the CableCARD setup screen is displayed This screen includes information your cable TV company will request before they can activate your service You can also access information about your CableCARD in the Applications Menu see page 109 5 Follow the displayed instructions Phone your cable TV company A representative will guide you through the activation process 6 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 Removing the In the event you want to cancel your service contact your cable TV CableCARD company Once the CableCARD is removed your TV will no longer decrypt digital cable TV programming services that require CableCARD 1 Turn off the TV Push the eject button on the TV s CableCARD slot to release the card e oj CableCARD Wm Eject button 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 43 44 Setting Up the Channel List Using Initial Setup For more details on using Tilt Correction and Vertical Correction see pages 105 106
32. to the list of Favorite Channels highlight Add to Favorites and press To change your Favorite Channels list highlight Edit Favorites and press 3 Press to select the channel you want to watch 64 Using the Freeze Function FREEZE 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 while using Twin View 1 When the program information you want to capture is displayed press FREEZE 2 The 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 or just tune to another channel 65 Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control All Equipment To Do This Do This Switch the TV s input to the Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to cycle VCR DVD player or other through the video equipment connected connected equipment to the TV s video inputs Set up the TV remote control to You must program the remote control the operate non Sony equipment first time you use it See Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 to 52 Operating a VCR To Do This Press Activate the remote control Open the outside cover as shown on page 50 to operate the VCR Then set the A V sli
33. twin lead cable found in some homes Cable Type Connect As Shown VHF and UHF 75 ohm coaxial cable VHF UHF D UNV mixer f not supplied 300 ohm twin lead cable Cable and Antenna For best results use this connection if you Only Q Havea 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 Q Do not havea cable box or VCR If you have a cable box see pages 20 to 21 If you have a VCR see pages 24 and 26 Cable Type Connect As Shown Cable TV CATV and Antenna Antenna cable urune PRAS CATV cable ai Ge J Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Switch the TV s input Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE between the cable and inputs antenna 19 Cable Box and For best results use this connection if Cable Only Q Your cable TV company scrambles some channels such as premium channels which requires you to use a cable box but does not scramble all channels Q You do not have a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 24 and 26 Before connecting a cable box see About Using CabIeCARD T onipage W With this connection you can Q Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV s VHF UHF input jack You must first program the remote control for you
34. wish to operate i LINK rt For instructions on connecting i LINK devices see page 86 2 Press i LINK on the remote control Bi LINK Device List wa J otv fr Sony DVACR San Stat us Press to connect The TV DTV along with all devices connected by i LINK to the TV appear on the Device List Devices that are not supported by the TV appear on the Device List as Other Device but cannot be controlled using the TV s remote control or on screen i LINK Control Panel For these devices use the remote control supplied with the device 3 Move the joystick or to navigate among the i LINK connected devices i LINK devices can be connected to one another and to the TV while the TV is powered on The Device List will automatically update to include the newly connected device See page 86 for more information on connecting i LINK devices 4 Press to select the desired device and display the device s i LINK Control Panel Use the i LINK Control Panel to operate the selected device For details see page 89 Using the i LINK Control Panel After you select an i LINK device using the Device List the TV displays the i LINK Control Panel which allows you to use the TV s remote to control the selected i LINK device 1 If the i LINK Control Panel is not already displayed press i LINK on the remote control If i LINK is pressed while the TV is displaying an analog or digital channel not the i LINK
35. 2 FUNCTION 3 une ee Vv DO CG VIDEO ANT PIC MODE 4 5 SAT CABLE POWER Button Description 1 MUTING 2 SLEEP 3 i LINK 4 TV VIDEO 5 ANT 6 7 INDEX 8 SCREEN MODE 9 MENU 10 VOL 11 12 DRC MODE 13 RESET 14 FAVORITES Press to mute the sound Press again or press VOL to restore the sound Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes 15 30 45 60 or 90 that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically To cancel press until Sleep Off appears While the Sleep feature is set press once to display the remaining time Also available in the Applications Menu page 108 Press to display the i LINK Control Panel For information on using the i LINK Control Panel see page 89 Also available in the Applications Menu page 108 Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV s video inputs Press to switch between the sources connected to the TV s VHF UHF and CABLE inputs Use with 0 9 and ENTER buttons to select digital channels for example 2 1 For details on selecting digital channels see page 54 Press to display the Scrolling Index For details see page 57 Press repeatedly to step through the Screen Mode settings Also available in the Screen Menu For details see pages 58 and 99 Press to display the Menu Press agai
36. 2 operate the TV Turn on off the TV Press TV POWER Tune directly to a channel To tune to analog channels press 0 9 and then ENTER For digital subchannels press 0 9 press 0 9 again and then ENTER For example to select subchannel 21 13 press 2 1 1 3 and then press ENTER You can also select channels using the program guide See pages 55 for details Adjust the volume Press VOL Mute the sound Press MUTING press again to unmute Alternate back and forth Press JUMP between two channels The TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel tuned Display the current channel Press DISPLAY once to display the channel number and other information number current time and channel label if set Press DISPLAY again to turn Display off Switch the TV s input to the Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to cycle through VCR DVD player or other the video equipment connected to the connected equipment TV s video inputs Change video and audio Press MENU to display the Menu For options customize the TV s details see Using the Menus on setup set parental controls and page 93 more Switch the TV s input between Press ANT to alternate between sources sources connected to the TV s connected to the TV s VHF UHF and VHF UHF and CABLE inputs CABLE inputs 54 Using the Program Guide The program guide lets you review program information and select ala a alias lever both analog and di
37. 4 and 26 CableCARD on page 17 With this connection you can Q Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV s VHF UHF jack You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box About Using This Connection with Dual Picture Twin View etc Features With this connection all channels come into the TV through your cable box and only one unscrambled signal is sent to the TV so you cannot use the dual picture features If some of your channels are scrambled but others are not consider using the Cable Box and Cable connection on page 20 instead To connect the cable box 1 Connect the CATV cable to the cable box s input jack 2 Usea coaxial cable to connect the cable box s output jack to the TV s VHF UHF jack ba Coaxial cable VHF UHF 1 A 2 3 Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 45 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Set up the TV remote control Program the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on to operate the cable box pages 51 Activate the remote control to Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION operate the cable box 21 Connecting Optional Equipment Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equi
38. 69 Canadian residents only Before calling Sony customer support please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV You ll find this information on the front cover of this manual Possible Remedies Qo oO Twin View displays the same Q program in both windows If you are using a cable box to unscramble all channels as shown on page 21 you cannot use the Twin View feature This is because the cable box can unscramble only one channel at a time But if you need the cable box to unscramble only some usually premium channels you can use Twin View for unscrambled channels if you connect both a cable and cable box as shown on page 20 You can use Twin View to view a signal from a different source that is connected to the TV s A V jacks such as a VCR or DVD player in the second window by pressing the TV VIDEO button while in Twin View Digital sources as well as any sources connected to the VIDEO 5 VIDEO 6 VIDEO 7 inputs display in the left window but not in the right windows 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 the TV VIDEO button Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing the TV VIDEO button Check that the Video Label option is not set to Skip See the Setup Menu on page 105 Both Twin View windows might be set to the same channel Tr
39. D 10 16 17 43 CableCARD slot 16 43 44 CableCARD activating 43 CableCARD inserting card 43 CableCARD removing card 44 Caption Vision 105 CATV See cable CH buttons 14 49 changing picture size in Twin View 62 Channel Fix 100 channel list setting up 45 Channel Menu 93 Channel Skip Add 101 CineMotion 11 48 95 ClearEdge VM 95 ClearEdge VM Velocity Modulation 10 clearing Favorite Channels 63 closed caption modes 93 105 CODE SET button 49 color adjusting 94 Component Video Inputs 11 CONTROL S 42 CONTROL S IN OUT jacks described 16 Cool Color Temperature 94 D degauss 119 DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL jack 16 digital channels adding 100 Digital Reality Creation 10 DISC MENU button 50 67 DISPLAY button 49 54 DRC Mode 95 DRC MODE button 48 DRC Palette 95 DRC PALETTE button 49 DRC See Digital Reality Creation DVD player using with TV remote control 67 with A V connectors connecting 36 E Effect button 50 ENTER button 49 54 61 error messages Memory Stick 117 EXIT button 49 F Fast forward button 50 Favorite Channels 10 clearing 63 in Channel Menu 100 using 63 FAVORITES button 48 features 9 Fixed audio setting 98 FREEZE button 49 65 Freeze using 65 Full 59 Full Screen Mode 58 59 G GUIDE button 49 55 H HD Detailer 11 HD DVD IN 1080i 720p 480p 480i jacks described 16 High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI 11 39 40 112 Horizontal Expand Screen Mode 59 hue adj
40. D player Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input VIDEO 5 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control If you have a non Sony DVD player you must program the remote control to operate the DVD player See Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 52 Activate the TV remote Open the outside cover as shown on page 50 Then set the A V slide switch control to operate the DVD to the position you programmed for the DVD player player Control DVD functions with See Operating a DVD Player on page 67 the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV You cannot record the signal from any equipment connected into the Y PB PR jacks 35 DVD Player with Use this connection if your DVD player does not have component S VIDEO and Audio video Y Ps PR jacks Connectors To connect a DVD player with A V connectors 1 Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player s audio output jacks to the TV s audio input jacks 2 Use an S VIDEO cable to connect the DVD player s S VIDEO jack to the TV s S VIDEO jack VIDEO IN S VIDEO DVD player cable LINE OUT AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO S VIDEO Pirie Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc Audio cable Notes on Using This Connection Watch the DVD player Press TV VIDEO repeatedl
41. EEN MODE Wide Zoom 4 Normal displays the 4 3 picture in its original size Bars are shown to fill the 16 9 screen SCREEN MODE Normal 4 SCREEN MODE Full stretches the 4 3 picture horizontally to fill the 16 9 screen Full SCREEN MODE Zoom enlarges the 4 3 picture proportionately to fill the 16 9 screen Some clipping may occur Zoom is useful for watching Letterbox movies 00o a Zoom When you change channels or inputs the Screen Mode settings revert to the 4 3 Default setting in the Screen Menu To retain the current Screen Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed set 4 3 Default to Off For details see page 99 58 Using Screen Mode with High Definition 720p 1080i Sources Example Description Full displays the picture at its original size If the source is a 16 9 high definition 720p 1080i signal the picture fills the screen SCREEN MODE If the source is a 4 3 standard definition i signal that has been upconverted bars are shown to fill the 16 9 screen Full upconverted 4 3 4 Zoom enlarges the picture proportionately both vertically and horizontally Some clipping may occur SCREEN MODE Horizontal Expand stretches the picture horizontally Some clipping may occur SCREEN MODE Horizontal Expand 4 SCREEN MODE Vertical Expand stretches the picture Pp f gt vertically Some clipping may occur Vertical Expand
42. INK AV1 AV2 AV3 or DVD Then close the remote control If the device that you wish to program is connected through i LINK you must set the slide switch to AV1 Press CODE SET Enter the three digit manufacturer s code number Press ENTER You must do step 5 within 10 seconds of step 4 or you must redo steps 3 through 5 6 To check if the code number works aim the TV s remote control at the equipment and press the POWER button that corresponds with that equipment If it responds you are done If not try using another code listed for that manufacturer Notes Q If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment Q If you enter a new code number the code number you previously entered at that setting is erased Insome cases you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control In such cases use the equipment s own remote control unit Q Whenever you remove the batteries to replace them the code numbers may revert to the factory setting and must be reset 51 a i 3 e p A e e z He f e O o o ce Manufacturer s Codes VCRs Manufacturer Code Sony Admiral M Ward Aiwa Audio Dynamic Broksonic Canon Citizen Craig Criterion Curtis Mathes Daewoo DBX Dimensia Emerson Fisher Funai General Electric Go Video Goldstar Hitachi
43. S ONY 4 102 730 21 1 FD Trinitron KD 34XBR960 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose the TV to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT CAUTION When using TV games computers and similar products with your TV keep the brightness and contrast functions at low settings If a fixed non moving pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen Continuously watching the same program can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse Wa
44. TV s speakers are turned off and the volume output of the TV is fixed Use your audio receiver s remote control to adjust the volume through your audio system To restore the factory default settings for Treble Bass and Balance Q Press RESET on the remote control when in the Audio Menu Using the Screen Menu j To access the Screen Menu follow these steps Antenna 1 Display Menu 2 pl 3 Press to select ae Screen Mode D 4 3 Default Vertical Center pHs Vertical Size To change settings move the joystick gt amp Press to confirm the selection os s0 To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Screen The Screen Menu includes the following options MEUR DRAAI Screen Mode Enables you to change the picture size for both standard 7 You can also change the definition 480i 480p and high definition 720p 1080i screen Mode using the sources SCREEN MODE button on the For 480i 480p Select from Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom remote control sources For details see page 58 For 720p 1080i Select from Full Zoom Horizontal Expand sources Vertical Expand For details see page 59 Screen Mode is unavailable while in Twin View In some cases wide screen programs will be shown in aspect ratios that require the display of bars at the top and bottom of your 16 9 screen For more details see page 118 4 3 Default Select the default Screen Mode to use for 4 3 sources To select a Screen
45. TV remote control If you have a non Sony VCR you must program the remote control See to operate the cable box or Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 52 VCR Activate the remote control to For the cable box press SAT CABLE FUNCTION For the VCR open the outside operate the cable box or VCR cover as shown on page 50 Then set the A V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR Control specific cable box and See Operating a Cable Box on page 67 and Operating a VCR on page 66 VCR functions with the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 101 identify equipment connected to the TV 27 Two VCRs for Tape Editing N Using S VIDEO jacks See page 23 Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc ce AUDIO R AUDIOL VIDEO A LINE oT O OUT IN 1 AN cable 28 Connecting two VCRs lets you record from one VCR to the other By connecting them as shown below you can view monitor what is being recorded To connect two VCRs for tape editing 1 Use an A V cable to connect the playback VCR s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks 2 Usean A V cable to connect the recording VCR s A V input jacks to the TV s MONITOR OUT jacks 1 3 4 AUDIO
46. any does not require you to use a cable box About Using This Connection with Dual Picture Twin View etc Features With this connection you can use all the dual picture features To connect the VCR and cable 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR s VHF UHF input jack SR Usi o jacks 2 Usea coaxial cable to connect the VCR s VHF UHF output jack See page 23 to the TV s CABLE jack 3 Use an A V cable to connect the VCR s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks 4 Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 45 Coaxial cable VHF UHF CABLE T 3 4 O J VCR AUDIOR AUDIOL VIDEO OUT 1 LINE OUT Q IN gt CATV cable Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc AWN cable 24 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the VCR Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Watch cable channels Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input CABLE in the illustration Set up the TV remote control If you have a non Sony VCR you must program the remote control See to operate the VCR Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 52 Activate the TV remote Open the outside cover as shown on page 50 Then set the A V slide switch control to operate the VCR to the position you programmed for the VCR Control VCR fun
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49. ctions with See Operating a VCR on page 66 the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV 25 VCR and Cable Box For best results use this connection if Q Your cable TV company scrambles some channels such as Before connecting a cable premium channels which requires you to use a cable box but box see About Using does not scramble all channels CableCARD on page 17 About Using This Connection with Dual Picture Twin View etc Features With this connection you can use all the dual picture features With this connection you can Q Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 51 Q Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV s CABLE jack The TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box Q Record channels coming through the cable box and channels coming directly into the TV To connect a VCR and cable box you need A splitter which is a small inexpensive device that you can purchase at your local electronics store Q Four coaxial cables Q Two A V cables or two S VIDEO cable with audio cables To connect the VCR and cable box 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter 2 U
50. d in other folders on the Memory Stick display the list of all MP3 files select Complete List Complete Displays a list of all available MP3 files List aE Transition Allows you to select an effect to be used when advancing to Some JPEG files may take Effect the next file in the Slide Show longer to display than others Slide Advance Allows you to specify when to advance to the next slide which may make it seem longer than the interval you selected for Fast Slide advances after about 3 seconds Slide Advance Medium Slide advances after about 6 seconds Slow Slide advances after about 12 seconds Manual Slide advances only after you move the joystick or gt z5 You can also display file File Determines whether file information is shown when the file is E l informati n using the Information displayed full screen Select On or Off DISPLAY button on the remote Repeat On Slide Show continuously loops control off Slide Show plays once through all files and ends 81 Contents Menu The Contents Menu includes the following options Options Option Description Select Folder Allows you to select different folders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer Digital Camera Selects all folders within the directories Folders defined by the DCF rules used by Sony digital cameras see page 83 JPEG and MPEG1 files in those directories are recognized even if they do not conform to the DCF file naming rules Select a Fol
51. de switch to the position you programmed for the VCR Change channels CH Record B and simultaneously Play p Stop E Fast forward gt gt Rewind the tape lt lt Pause i Search the picture forward P or 44 during playback or backward release to resume normal playback Change input mode TV VCR Operating a Satellite Receiver TO EO UAB a pies Activate the remote control SAT CABLE FUNCTION to operate the satellite receiver Turn on off SAT CABLE POWER Select a channel 0 9 ENTER Change channels CH Back to previous channel JUMP Display channel number DISPLAY Display SAT Guide GUIDE Display SAT Menu MENU Move highlight cursor Move the joystick gt Select item 66 Operating a Cable Box Operating a DVD Player To Do This Press Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn on off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel To Do This Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Step through different tracks of the disc Step through different chapters of a video disc Display the DVD player Menu Setup Display the DVD Menu Move highlight cursor Select item SAT CABLE FUNCTION SAT CABLE POWER 0 9 ENTER CH JUMP Press Open the outside cover as shown on page 50 Then set the A V slide switch to the position you programmed for the DVD player p a H PP to step forward or 44 to step backward CH to step f
52. der 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 displayed Date Order Displays files in chronological order by The Rotate function does not modification date change the file s modification date Date Order Reverse Displays files in reverse chronological order 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 Photos and Displays all readable files Movies Show Photos Only Displays only photo JPEG files Show Movies Only Displays only movie MPEGI1 files Show All Print Displays all files that are marked for Marks printing For details see Print Quantity on page 77 Memory Stick The Memory Stick Menu displays the current status of the Memory Menu Stick including total capacity used capacity and free capacity 2 Ww S E 0 82 Notes on Using Memory Stick Media About DCF File Names Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still photo and movie files using DCF compliant directory and file names If you selected the Digital Camera Folders option as described on page 82 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
53. digital camera DCF stands for Design Rules for Camera File Systems which are specifications established by the Japan Electronic Industry Development Association JEIDA 83 2 Ww PA S E oO Memory Stick Precautions 84 When using Memory Stick media follow these precautions Q To avoid permanent damage to still image data do not turn off the 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 SONY Label Area 4 w MEMORY STICK To avoid permanent damage to still image data do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to Q High temperature such as near a heater or inside a hot car High humidity Direct sunlight Corrosive substances Magnetic fields Excessive dust Static electricity or electric noise DOB OBB BB Electric surges Store and carry Memory Stick media in its original case to ensure protection of stored data Save a backup of stored data Using 1 LINK About i LINK Using i LINK Cables This TV is equipped with i LINK which provide
54. e Select from High Medium Low Off Velocity Modulation 7 You can also change the Advanced DRC Mode using the DRC Video DRC Mode MODE button on the remote control DRC Palette You can also change the DRC Palette using the DRC PALETTE button on the remote control For best results adjust the Reality by moving the joystick until you are satisfied with the level of detail Then adjust the Clarity by moving the joystick until you have a smooth detailed image Select Program to choose among the Advanced Video options Creates a high resolution picture with 4x density for high quality sources i e DVD player satellite receiver Interlaced 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 Allows you to customize the level of detail Reality and smoothness Clarity You can create up to three Custom DRC Palettes 1 Move the joystick to highlight Custom 1 Custom 2 or Custom 3 and then press The DRC palette appears Custom 1 25 Clarity 1 2 Move the joystick 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 detail
55. e i LINK Control Panel to access digital setup options To set up the selected device Q Move the joystick to highlight Setup and press i LINK Control Panel i Back to Device List Alternate Video EE Alternate Audio Swap Audio Analog Video Sony DV VCR The following options are displayed Option Description Alternate Video Each program has a main video stream the video that you when see when the channel is first tuned and may have available alternate video streams This option allows you to switch among these alternate video streams Alternate Audio Each program has a main audio stream the audio that you when hear when the channel is first tuned This option allows available you to switch among these alternate audio streams e g for different languages Analog Video The TV is able to accept an analog signal from a selected set top box The set top box must be EIA 775A compliant and must be connected to the TV s VIDEO 3 input To associate the device with the TV s analog VIDEO 3 input move the joystick to Analog Video and press All EIA 775A compliant devices will be shown in the list Select the desired device from the list and press 91 Using the Menus Overview The Menu gives you access to the following features Menu Icon Description ELG The Video Menu allows you to make adjustments to 94 your picture settings It also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based
56. e left or right speaker balance Steady Sound Auto Select to stabilize the volume off Select to turn off Steady Sound The Steady Sound option is not available it is grayed out if the Effect option is set to TruSurround or Simulated To 7 You can also change the use Steady Sound set Effect to Off ii Effect using the button on the inside panel of the remote control Effect TruSurround Select for surround sound for stereo programs only Simulated Adds a surround like effect to mono programs Off Normal stereo or mono reception MTS Stereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a Enjoy stereo program broadcast in stereo bilingual and Auto SAP Select to automatically switch the TV to second mono programs audio programs when a signal is received If no SAP signal is present the TV remains in Stereo mode Mono Select for mono reception Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts MTS is available only with analog programs 97 98 Option Description Speaker On Select to turn on the TV speakers off Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV s sound only through your external audio system speakers Audio Out This option can be set only when the Speaker option is set Easy control of to Off volume Variable The TV s speakers are turned off but the adjustments volume output from your audio system can still be controlled by the TV s remote control Fixed The
57. ect programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify You can create a list using the Favorite Channel option in the Channel Menu or by using the Add to Favorites feature in the Favorite Channels guide 1 Press MENU to display the Menu Move the joystick or to highlight the Channel icon and press Ww Press to select Favorite Channels 4 Use the 0 9 and ENTER buttons to enter the channel number that you want to assign to the Favorite Channel number A preview of the highlighted channel appears in the upper right of the screen Digital channels do not display in the preview window Press to select that channel as a Favorite Channel To enter digital channel numbers in step 4 use the 0 9 C and ENTER buttons 5 To add more channels to your favorites list repeat step 4 To clear a Favorite Channel move the joystick or to highlight the channel you want to clear Press and then press RESET 6 Press MENU to exit the Menu 63 Using the Favorite 1 Channels Guide FAVORITES Press FAVORITES The Favorite Channels list appears z Preview of ee highlighted ies Favorite Add to Favorites Channel 1 814 PBS Favorite Channels Favorite Channels Move the joystick or to highlight the channel you want to watch A preview of the highlighted Favorite Channel appears A Digital channels do not display in the preview window To add the current channel
58. er video VIDEO 2 INPUT equipment that has S VIDEO Provides better picture quality than composite video 3 3 VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R Connects to the composite A V output jacks on your camcorder or other video VIDEO 2 INPUT equipment 4 MENU Press to display the Menu Press again to exit from the Menu For details see Using the Menus on page 93 5 i LINK Press to display the i LINK Control Panel For details see page 89 6 4 gt Press to move the TV s on screen cursor T 3 Press to select an item in the TV s Menu 8 Press to display the Memory Stick Menu For details see Using the Memory Stick Viewer on page 69 9 TV VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV s video inputs 10 VOLUME Press to adjust the volume 11 CHANNEL Press to scan through channels To scan quickly through channels press and hold down either CHANNEL button 12 PRO STD DUO lt Memory Stick insertion slot For details see Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick on page 72 13 Memory Stick LED When lit indicates that the Memory Stick is being read Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is lit 14 i LINK STAND BY LED When lit in orange indicates that i LINK Standby is on For details see page 106 15 TIMER STAND BY LED 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
59. esired i LINK device If you are using a digital VCR turn off any Auto LINC functionality of the VCR For details see the digital VCR s user manual 119 Specifications Picture Tube Antenna Television System Channel Coverage Power Requirements Inputs Outputs HDMI IN Video IN S Video IN Audio IN Component Video Input CONTROL S IN OUT Variable Fixed Audio OUT i LINK Digital Audio Optical Output PCM Dolby Digital CableCARD Slot Supplied Accessories Visible Screen Size Actual CRT Size Speaker Output Dimensions W x H x D Mass Power Consumption 120 FD Trinitron tube 75 ohm external terminal for VHF UHF NTSC ATSC 8VSB terrestrial QAM on cable Terrestrial analog Cable TV analog Terrestrial digital Cable TV digital 120V 60 Hz Video Audio 4 total 1 on front panel 3 total 1 on front panel 7 total 1 on front panel 2 Y Pp Pr 3 total 1 on front panel 1 PCMCIA Type I II Remote Control AA R6 Batteries American TV Standard ATSC compliant 8VSB ANSI SCTE 07 2000 2 69 1 125 2 69 1 135 1080i 720p 480p 480i Two channel linear PCM 32 44 1 and 48 kHz 16 20 and 24 bit 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative Y 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative C 0 286 Vp p Burst signal 75 ohms 500 mVrms 100 modulation Impedance 47 kilohm Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative Px 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Pr 0 7 Vp
60. following options which allow you to customize the settings of the program on the currently tuned channel Make Way for Ducks C23 1 Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley two wayward ducks on a unique mission FAM Time remaining 1 26 TV G S Auto SAP 9 7 10 36 Alternate Audio Video 1 65 Video 2 68 Video 3 Option Description Alternate Video Each program has a main video stream the video that you when see when the channel is first tuned and may have available alternate video streams This option allows you to switch among these alternate video streams Alternate Audio Each program has a main audio stream the audio that you when hear when the channel is first tuned and may have available alternate audio streams This option allows you to switch among these alternate audio streams e g for different languages Using the Scrolling Index The Scrolling Index lets you select programs from a series of preview windows that scroll along the right side of the screen 1 Press INDEX The Scrolling Index appears with the currently selected program in the main left window and four scrolling video pictures in the right INDEX Live preview window a scat rp As each picture on the right scrolls to the live preview window it changes briefly from a frozen video picture to a live video The right side continues to scroll through the entire channel list 2
61. ghlight and press O Move the joystick to highlight pp or 44 and press Ifthe record button is available move the joystick to highlight and press Move the joystick to highlight jg and press Move the joystick to highlight Power and press Move the joystick to highlight Setup and press For more details on Setup see page 91 Notes About Controlling i LINK Devices being controlled 4 You can control the functions of the selected i LINK device by using the equivalent buttons on the TV s remote control To program the remote control to operate i LINK devices see Programming the Remote Control on page 51 Q Some options on the i LINK Control Panel may not be available depending on the device 4 Only i LINK equipped digital camcorders and digital VCRs can be controlled directly through the i LINK Control Panel Q Notall functions are supported for all i LINK devices Q If you are using a digital VCR turn off any Auto LINC functionality of the VCR For details see the digital VCR s user manual 90 i LINK Setup Notes on i LINK Q The TV can act as an i LINK repeater so that i LINK signals can be relayed to another device even when the TV is powered off To enable this feature set the i LINK Standby option to On using the Setup Menu as described on page 106 page 102 Q Parental Control settings apply to the signal from a selected device For more details see You can use th
62. gital channels available while using multipicture functions Twin View Freeze The Program Guide cannot be displayed when the TV is tuned to one of the Scrolling Index i LINK Memory video inputs or if the Channel Fix option is set to anything other than Off Stick or Favorite Channels see page 100 a To display the program guide Press GUIDE on the TV s remote control The program guide appears with the currently selected program showing in the background Program title and description program Make Way for Ducks duration time n Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley two r Channel number call remaining rating H wayward ducks on a unique mission letters etc m re s information closed Sa caption availability etc ABC Selectable channel list ay 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 To Do This Do This Scroll through the channel list Move the joystick Select the currently displayed Press channel and exit the guide Display additional options Move the joystick See Using Additional Program Guide Options on page 56 Exit the Guide without Press GUIDE changing channels 55 Using Additional Program Guide Options 56 Move the joystick while in the program guide s channel list to display the
63. gramming Caption Vision on page 106 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 Label Video Inputs Allows you to identify A V equipment you connected to the TV such as a VCR DVD etc For example if you have a DVD player connected to the VIDEO 5 jack you can select the label DVD for the VIDEO 5 input Then when you press the TV VIDEO button to change inputs the Video Label you assigned to that input appears on screen 1 Move the joystick or to highlight the video input VIDEO 1 7 to which you want to assign a label Then press to select the input 2 Move the joystick or to highlight one of the The Skip label is useful for displayed labels Then press to select the label inputs that do not have equipment connected to them You can select from the following labels for each input Video 1 7 VHS DVD Receiver Satellite Cable Box 8mm DTV Game LD Web Beta HD PVR Skip If you select Skip your TV skips this input when you press the TV VIDEO button 105 Normally Tilt Correction and Vertical Correction only need to be adjusted the first time you turn on the unit and after the unit is moved to a new location If a CableCARD is inserted the i LINK Standby Off setting uses the same amount of power as the i LINK Standby O
64. h as cars neon signs or hair dryers Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may solve the problem You have selected a text option in the Setup Menu and no text is available See page 105 to reset Setup selections To turn off this feature set the Caption Vision option to Off If you were trying to select closed captioning select CC1 instead of TEXT 1 4 Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16 9 such as 2 35 1 This is especially common with theatrical releases Your TV will show these programs with bars at the top and bottom of the screen For more details check the documentation that came with your DVD or contact your program provider Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to m factory settings How to restore Video settings H to factory settings How to restore Audio d settings to factory settings Cannot cycle through the m other video equipment connected to the TV Cannot operate Menu m Lost password m 118 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 the RESET button on the remote control while in the Video Menu see page 94 Press the RESET button on the remote control while in the Audio Menu see page 97 Be sure the Video Label option is not set to Skip see page 105 If a Menu option appears in g
65. hannel numbers Then press to select the channel number that you want to assign a label Move the joystick to highlight Label and press Move the joystick 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 A w 5 To assign labels to more channels repeat steps 1 4 6 Move the joystick to return to the Channel Menu or press MENU to exit the Menus 101 Using the Parent Menu The Parent Menu allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels To access the Parent Menu follow these steps Antenna Parent 1 Display Menu 2 Highlight Fay fal 3 Press to select 2 6 E Ag Use the 0 9 buttons on the remote control to enter a four digit password If this is the first time you are creating this password confirm the password by entering it again The Parent Menu options appear To change settings move the joystick Press to confirm the selection To exit the Menu press MENU You need your password for any future access into the Parent Menu If you lose your password see Lost password on page 118 Selecting Parent The Parent Menu includes the following options ee cen If you are not familiar with Parental Lock Off Parental lock is off No programs are the Parental Guideline rating Turn ratings blocked from viewing system you should select Child on off
66. he TV and any given i LINK device CABLE LLINK is400 TS OV MICROMV CableCARD i LINK cable DIGITAL al AUDIO f OPTICAL y Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white i LINK equipped Device 4 AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO OUT A AIV cable optional 86 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Set up a digital For digital i LINK devices devices that require only i LINK device the i LINK connection no setup is necessary The TV automatically recognizes the device as soon as the connection is made Set up an i LINK 1 Connect analog A V cables to the VIDEO 3 input device that supports see page 86 an EIA 775A analog 2 Use the i LINK Control Panel to activate the analog connection connection to your i LINK device see page 91 Notes on Connecting i LINK Devices To connect two or more i LINK devices use i LINK cables to connect them as shown below You can connect up to 63 i LINK devices However the maximum number of cables in any serial route is 16 Connecting non compatible devices such as PCs or PC peripherals may result in malfunctions 87 Selecting an i LINK Device Before an i LINK device can be viewed it must first be selected via the i LINK Device List 1 Connect the i LINK device that you
67. i LINK Device List For details see page 88 Fe a the remote controlor Clock Timers Select to set the clock set the Sleep timer and to program VODE RDE your TV to turn on and off at two scheduled viewing times Z You can also change the Sleep Set the time in minutes 15min il Sleep options using the 30min 45min 60min 90min or Off SLEEP button on the remote that you want the TV to remain on control before shutting off automatically Timer 1 You can use the Timers to program Timer 2 the TV to turn on and off and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times Timer 1 and Timer 2 are not available to be set until you set To go directly to the Current Time programming Timer 1 or 2 1 Press or to highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2 To set the press instead of timer move the joystick moving the joystick 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 To return to the Timer 3 If you selected Program in step 2 Press and to set Menu after programming one the day s hour minute duration and channel of the Timers press G when number Press or to confirm each setting and the highlight is in the channel move to the next setting Press to go back to the number field previous setting 4 Press MENU to exit the Menu An LED on the front panel
68. ic JVC Panasonic Samsung Toshiba i LINK Controls Function Code Rewind Play Fast forward Record Stop Pause 601 605 604 609 603 602 901 DVD Players Manufacturer Code Sony Apex General Electric Hitachi JVC Magnavox Mitsubishi Oritron Panasonic Philips Pioneer RCA Proscan Samsung Toshiba Zenith Cable Boxes Manufacturer Code Sony Hamlin Regal Jerrold G I Motorola Oak Panasonic Pioneer Scientific Atlanta Tocom Zenith 751 762 755 758 756 757 761 759 753 757 752 755 758 754 760 230 222 223 224 225 226 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 218 227 228 229 219 220 221 214 215 209 210 211 216 217 212 213 Satellite Receivers Manufacturer Code Sony Dish Network Echostar General Electric Hitachi Hughes Mitsubishi Panasonic RCA PROSCAN Toshiba 801 810 810 802 805 804 809 803 802 808 806 807 Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV Topic Page Watching TV 54 Using the Program Guide 55 Using the Scrolling Index 57 Using Screen Mode 58 Using Twin View 60 Using Favorite Channels 63 Using the Freeze Function 65 Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control 66 53 Watching TV For a complete list of all TO DO Us DO THE a the functions of the remote Activate the remote controlto Press TV FUNCTION control see pages 47 5
69. igh 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 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 In order to be viewable in the Memo
70. igital 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 television programming in your area depends on the type of programming and signal provided by your cable service provider IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection please read these instructions completely and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe and comply with all warnings cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual WARNING To guard against injury the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation use and servicing of the set Use Power Sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial model plate If you are not sure of the type
71. ite receiver uiie atellite antenna cha AUDIO VHF UHF SATELLITE IN cable IN O AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO tt out Line our 1 o o Cables are often 2 color coded to connectors Connect red to red AN cable white to white etc 30 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the satellite receiver Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the satellite receiver input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control to operate the If you have a non Sony satellite receiver you must program satellite receiver the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 52 Activate the TV remote control to operate Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION the satellite receiver Control satellite receiver functions with the See Operating a Satellite Receiver on page 66 TV remote control Label video inputs to easily identify See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 equipment connected to the TV 31 Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver and VCR and VCR 1 2 3 AN Using _ S VIDEO jacks 4 See page 23 5 6 7 8 Connect the CATV cable to the single input jack of the splitter Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the TV s CABLE jack Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter s other output jack to the satellite receiver s VHF UHF input jack Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receive
72. models see page 104 Option Description Movie Rating G All children and General Audience PG Parental Guidance suggested PG 13 Parental Guidance for children under 13 R Restricted viewing parental guidance is suggested for children under 17 NC 17 No one 17 or under allowed and X TV Rating Age Based Ratings Block programs TV Y All children by their rating TV Y7 Directed to children age 7 and older content or both TV G General Audience TV PG Parental Guidance suggested TV 14 Parents Strongly cautioned TV MA Mature Audience only Content Based Ratings FV Fantasy Violence D Suggestive Dialogue L Strong Language 5 Sexual situations V Violence Unrated Block Blocks all programs and movies that are Block programs broadcast without a rating or movies that Allow Allows programs and movies that are are broadcast broadcast without a rating without a rating You can view blocked programs by entering the password Press the ENTER button when tuned to a blocked program then enter the password This temporarily switches off the Parental Lock To reactivate the Parental Lock settings turn off the TV When the TV is turned on again your Parental Lock settings are reactivated 103 Canadian Models Selecting Custom Rating Options Viewing Blocked Programs 104 For Canadian models the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options For US models see page 103 Option Description E
73. mote control 76 Photo Menu The Photo Menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing Bar Options options To access the Photo Menu bar 1 Move the joystick or to select Slide Show View or File 2 Press to select the desired option Index Displays the Memory Stick Index with the highlight on the thumbnail of the currently displayed photo For details see Using the Memory Stick Index on page 74 Slide Show Displays the Slide Show Menu For details see Slide Show Menu Options on page 81 View Rotate Allows you to rotate the photo in 90 degree increments clockwise or counterclockwise For details see Using Rotate on page 78 Zoom Pan Allows you to magnify and pan across the photo For details see Using Zoom and Pan es on page 78 JPEG files that are protected File Protect Allows you to the protect the JPEG file from are indicated by the Lock any changes When a JPEG file is protected it icon cannot be rotated or deleted Select On or Off Print Quantity Allows you to indicate the number of prints to make of the specific photo when the Memory ETS Stick is inserted into a compatible photo The Print Quantity feature is printer not supplied ae mae as DPOF Digital Delete Deletes the JPEG file from the Memory Print Order Format Stick You cannot delete a JPEG file that has been protected or if the Memory Stick is locked z 2 e lt nn ae A z 77 2 N
74. n 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 97 Or to use the TV remote control set the Audio Out option to Variable To turn on the TV speakers set the Speaker option to On see page 97 117 Video Problem No picture screen not lit no sound m Dark poor or no picture screen lit good sound No color Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes 0 OO O 0 O O O O O O O O m Double images or ghosts m Black box on screen Bars appear at the m top and bottom of the screen General Possible Remedies If your TV does not turn on and a red light keeps flashing your TV may need service Call your local Sony Service Center Make sure the power cord is plugged in Press the POWER button on the front of the TV Press the TV VIDEO button to cycle through the connected video sources Try another channel it could be station trouble Adjust the Picture option in the Video Menu see page 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 48 Adjust the antenna Move the TV away from noise sources suc
75. n setting Programming Caption Vision 106 Option Description Tilt Correction Allows you to correct any tilt of the picture Move the joystick or to choose a correction between 7 and 7 and press O Vertical Correction Allows you to make a vertical correction to the picture Move the joystick or to choose a correction between 5 and 5 and press Select to display all on screen Menus in your language of choice i LINK Standby On Language Allows the i LINK signal to pass through to connected i LINK devices even when the TV is turned off The front panel i LINK Standby LED shows orange The TV uses more standby power than when this option is set to Off off Does not allow the i LINK signal to pass through to connected i LINK devices when the TV is turned off The front panel i LINK Standby LED shows red The TV uses less standby power than when this option is set to On Menu Color Enables you to select a specific color for the on screen menus If you selected the Program option under Caption Vision see page 105 you can change the following settings Basic Allows you to select basic analog EIA 608 closed caption options CCl CC Displays a printed version of the dialog or cc3 CC4 sound effects of a program Should be set to CC1 for most programs Text Text2 Displays network station information Text3 Text4 presented using either half or the whole screen if available For closed capti
76. n to exit from the Menu For details see page 93 Press to adjust the volume Move the joystick gt to move the on screen cursor To select an item press the center of the joystick Press repeatedly to cycle through the available high resolution picture modes Interlaced Progressive CineMotion Also available in the Video Menu For details see Selecting Video Options on pages 94 95 Press to reset the settings to the factory defaults See pages 96 and 98 Also used to clear Favorite Channels see page 63 Press to display the Favorite Channels list For details see page 63 Button Description 15 CODE SET Press to program the remote control to operate non Sony video equipment For details see Programming the Remote Control on page 51 16 POWER SAT CABLE Press to turn on and off the satellite receiver Buttons or cable box TV Press to turn on and off the TV 17 FUNCTION The indicator lights up momentarily when pressed to Buttons show which equipment the remote control is operating SAT CABLE Press to have the remote control operate the satellite receiver or cable box TV Press to have the remote control operate the TV 18 PIC MODE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available video picture modes Vivid Standard Movie Pro Also available in the Video Menu For details see Selecting Video Options on page 94 19 0 9 Press 0 9 to select a channel the chan
77. nd use the TV Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include Q Built in Digital Television Receiver You can watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio video quality offered by these programs With high definition signal reception you can watch TV signals broadcast in HDTV for the clearest possible broadcast picture Q 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 pages 17 and 43 Q Wide Screen Mode Watch conventional 4 3 aspect ratio broadcasts in wide screen 16 9 mode Q Super Fine Pitch CRT Created especially for displaying high resolution pictures the new Super Fine Pitch CRT along witha new electron gun and high intensity luminescent phosphor improves image resolution providing the highest picture quality reproduction from corner to corner a DRC Digital Reality Creation Multifunction V1 Unlike conven
78. nel changes 3 ENTER after 3 seconds Press ENTER to change channels o immediately yl 20 TWIN VIEW Press to turn on and off Twin View For details see S pages 60 62 g e 21 CH Press to scan through channels To scan quickly through channels press and hold down either CH button 22 MEMORY STICK Press to display the Memory Stick Menu For details E see Using the Memory Stick Viewer on page 69 Also available in the Applications Menu page 108 23 DRC PALETTE Press repeatedly to cycle through the three Custom DRC Palette options Also available in the Video Menu For details see Selecting Video Options on pages 94 96 24 DISPLAY Press once to display the current channel number current time and program information banner Press again to turn Display off 25 GUIDE Press to display the program guide For details see page 55 26 JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels The TV alternates between the current channel and the last channel that was selected 27 EXIT Press to exit the on screen Menu or display and return to normal viewing 28 FREEZE Press to freeze the window picture Press again to restore the picture For details see page 65 49 paa 4 f e Ww i 4 e z cy Inside Panel To access the inside panel open the outside cover as shown A Opening the outside cover automatically switches the remote control to operate your VCR or
79. ng a Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off When the light is on this indicates that the TV is reading data from the Memory Stick 2 Push the Memory Stick gently into the slot and then release it The Memory Stick media is ejected 3 Pull the Memory Stick completely out of the slot s2 3 lt N a A Using the Memory Stick Index Turn on the TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view For details see page 72 If the Memory Stick Index does not appear press the MEMORY STICK 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 DSC00001 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 Highlighted thumbnail Thumbnails of photos and movies Memory Stick Menu bar SlideShow O Contents Memory Stick About the 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 77 Ca oy Indicates that the photo is marked to be printed D Indicates that the photo has an associated voice memo 2 J Nn S E oY 74 Using the Memory Stick Index The following describes how t
80. nglish Rating C8 G PG 14 18 French Rating G 8 ans 13 ans 16 ans 18 ans U S A Rating All children Children 8 years and older General programming Parental Guidance Viewers 14 and older Adult programming General programming Not recommended for young children Not recommended for ages under 13 Not recommended for ages under 16 Programming restricted to adults See US Models on page 103 for details You can view blocked programs by entering the password Press the ENTER button when tuned to a blocked program then enter the password This temporarily switches off the Parental Lock To reactivate the Parental Lock settings turn off the TV When the TV is turned on again your Parental Lock settings are reactivated Using the Setup Menu To access the Setup Menu follow these steps 1 Display Menu 2 Highlight A 3 Press to select cae Caption Vision 4 iit H Label Video Inputs Tilt Correction Vert Correction To change settings move the joystick gt To P Press to confirm the selection ie om To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting The Setup Menu includes the following options sa OpEnRS Caption Vision Allows you to select from several closed caption modes for programs that are broadcast with closed caption On Caption Vision is turned on Off Caption Vision is turned off Program Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision options See Pro
81. nplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution against a the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm Lightning may strike while you are holding the cable or cord causing serious injury Turn off your TV and wait for the weather to improve Memory Stick To protect small children from injury from Memory Stick Media remove all Memory Stick media from the TV s Memory Stick slot and store it in a safe location when it is not in use Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the set Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Do not place any objects especially heavy objects on top of the set The object may fall from the set causing injury Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or frequent while the TV is operating unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sound
82. o connect the device s audio output jacks to the TV s HDMI analog audio input jacks A ADI a HDMI to DVI cable HDTV Receiver Note on Using This Connection Watch the DVI device Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VIDEO 7 input Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV 39 HDMI Equipped If you have a device such as an HDTV receiver that has a High Device Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI use the following connection To connect a device that has HDMI OUT 1 Use the HDMI cable that came with your device to connect the device s HDMI OUT jack to the TV s HDMI IN jack HDMI cables transmit both audio and video signals Separate audio cables are not necessary You can purchase HDMI cables at your local electronics store moo HDMI cable 1 EL Tel HDTV Receiver Hom Note on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the HDMI device Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VIDEO 7 input Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV 40 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector You can use the TV s DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL output jack to connect an audio device that is Dolby Digital and PCM compatible such as
83. o use the Memory Stick Index To Do This Do This Move the highlight to a photo voice memo 6 or movie fj thumbnail 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 Move the joystick Press For details see Viewing Photos on page 76 and Playing Movies on page 79 mh Move the joystick to select V 2 Move the joystick to display the next page of thumbnails 1 Move the joystick to select V 2 Move the joystick to select 3 To go to the previous page move the joystick To go to the next page move the joystick 1 Move the joystick to select V 2 Move the joystick or to select Slide Show Contents or Memory Stick 3 Move the joystick or to select the option you want to change For details on these options see Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options on page 81 1 Move the joystick or to select V 2 Move the joystick to return to the currently displayed thumbnails or to display the next page of thumbnails Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote control s2 lt n ae A z 75 Viewing Photos When you select a photo fr
84. om the Memory Stick Index described on page 74 it displays as shown below with the following controls Information about selected photo Summer 2004 DSC00012 Jul 30 2004 12 59PM 640x480 Selected photo aj e Previous next buttons hi Da Photo Menu bar HE Index Slide Show ORN D File 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 TV Photo Controls To Do This Do This Display the next or Highlight the Previous Next button EIT previous file on the Then move the joystick to go to the previous When the Menu is hidden Memory Stick file or to go to the next file oe the joystick o i togo Hide the Photo Menu bar With the highlight in the Photo Menu bar move POSTE PENDS or next photo displaying only the photo the joystick Display the hidden Photo Move the joystick Menu bar a Play the JPEG voice memo Highlight Play and then press To pause T files only the voice memo highlight Ill Pause and then press o Display the Memory Stick Highlight Index in the Photo Menu bar and Index again press For details on the Memory Stick Index see page 75 Access additional options See Photo Menu Bar Options on page 77 in the Photo Menu bar Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press the MEMORY STICK button on the re
85. on the type of program you are viewing select Advanced Video options and more The Audio Menu Offers enhanced audio options such 97 as listening to second audio programming SAP or customizing the Effect of the sound on your TV The Screen Menu allows you to make Screen Mode 99 adjustments and make changes to the screen s vertical center and size The Channel Menu allows you to set up a Favorite 100 Channels list run the Auto Program function label channels and more Press MENU to enter and exit Menus The Parental Lock Menu lets you control the viewing 102 of programs based on their ratings The Setup Menu provides options for setting up your 105 system including selecting closed caption modes labeling video inputs selecting the language and color of the on screen Menus and more The Applications Menu lets you display the Memory 108 Stick Viewer the i LINK Control Panel set on off Timers access CableCARD and diagnostics information and more HHEEBE A Navigating Through Menus Display the Menu Press MENU Move through the Menus Move the joystick gt Select an option to change Press Select confirm changed setting Press G or move the joystick Exit the Menu Press MENU 93 Using the Video Menu To access the Video Menu follow these steps Antenna 1 Display Menu 2 Highlight E 3 Press to select a Mode Wy rs Picture all Brightness Color
86. on to On or Off see page 81 The Memory Stick might be locked Unlock the Memory Stick and try setting the print quantity again Move the joystick to display the Menu again Check the TV s volume or Speaker page 98 settings To hear JPEG voice memo in full screen view select the Digital Camera Folders option and set the Filter option to Show All Check that the Music option is not to set to Off see page 81 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 MP3 files on your Memory Stick only can be played as background music during a Slide Show see page 81 The Memory Stick Viewer supports only MP3 files with a fixed data rate of 128 kbps kilobits per second Only MP3 files that are named with the file extension mp3 are displayed in the list MP3 files are played in alphabetical order according to the folder in which they are stored If you want to change the playing order rename your files alphabetically in the order in which you want them to play or create an MP3 playlist m3u file on a PC Problem Possible Remedies MPEG1 movie does not a Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not be compatible with the play back correctly Memory Stick Viewer MPEG1 quality is poor when The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the enlarged page 79 MPEGI1 file See your
87. oning set to CC1 Advanced Allows you to select advanced digital EIA 708 closed caption options Select from the available options Override Allows you to force the close captioning to analog EIA 608 This setting is in effect only until you change channels inputs or turn off the TV Set to On or Off Advanced Settings Allows you to make additional settings for digital ELA 708 closed caption options As Broadcast Large Text Small 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 Depressed Outline Left shadow Right shadow Background Color None Color 1 8 Window Color None Color 1 8 107 Using the Applications Menu To access the Applications Menu follow these steps Ea 1 Display Menu 2 Highlight A 3 Press to select Arema Applications Memory Stick ink MT cockTimers a Diagnostics PAA CableCARD To change settings move the joystick gt Press to confirm the selection To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting The Applications Menu includes the following options ee Options f ERT F Memory Stick Displays the Memory Stick Viewer For details see zZ You can also use the page 69 HL MEMORY STICK andi LINK i LINK Displays the
88. operate normally when following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation Q When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance it indicates a need for service Servicing Do not attempt to service the set yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel he R LEAX oy Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the J set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by the manufacturer to determine that the set is in safe operating a condition and to so certify When the set reaches the end of its useful life improper disposal could A result in a picture tube implosion Ask a qualified s service technician to dispose of the set Trademark Information WOW TruSurround and the C symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc WOW and TruSur
89. orward or CH to step backward MENU inside panel DISC MENU tte SELECT 67 Operating a DVDIVCR Combination Unit 68 To Do This Press Activate the remote control Open the outside cover as shown on page 50 to operate the DVD VCR Then set the A V slide switch to the position you programmed for the DVD or VCR Turn on off VCR DVD power Switch between the DVD TV VCR DVD player and VCR Display the DVD menu MENU Play p Stop E Pause i Search the picture forward P or 44 during playback or backward Move highlight cursor tte and select DVD SELECT Record VCR B and simultaneously Change channels VCR CH or 0 9 ENTER using tuner Adjust tracking VCR CH during tape playback Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Memory Stick Features Memory Stick sold separately is a compact portable and versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that makes it perfect for portable applications such as digital photography 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 TV allows you to view files that are stored on Memory Stick media You can view Q Digital photos JPEG files Q Movies MPEGI files You can also play slide show background m
90. ot installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference with radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment O OOO Installing To prevent internal heat buildup do not block the ventilation openings Q Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration Q The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with hooks Do not attempt to remove the cord from these hooks Doing so could cause damage to the TV Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are provided on the front of this instruction manual and at the rear of the TV Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Note This d
91. ower COrd rencs seie a TV Controls and Connectors Front PANG l besessdecteecee siete daddies otatees R at Panel nencen dohad sob asada a E Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or ANtenina ssccsecccceceeeseeseeteees About Using CableCARD eececcceceeeeeeceteeee stent eeteeeeteesnteesteeeneees Cable or Antenna Only Cable and Antenna Only Cable Box and Cable Only Cable BOX OMY sec cise inc sang set wea i aad a etbadadeed aeeh cay Connecting Optional Equipment ceccceccseeceensssessneneeessnensecensssnesenneseees Making Video Connections About USing S VIDEO sessccssenscesescesosedsincessieesceasssecssee stones ET EEEE VER a d Cable iriserai aiei ieaie iE E ERTER VER and Cable BOX crascceccccsetccsacetactasteecautsadedesetascdeassedeecduattaencriensas Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver Satellite Receiver and VCR DVD Player with Component Video COnnectors ccceeeereeeteeees DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Camcorder Audio Receiver DVIFEQUIDPEd DEVICE sorasa T cutna seen HDMI Equipped DEVICE enancia araa i Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector Using the CONTROL S Feature ccsscccccsseceeeessesseseneeneesenees Using CableCARD cscccescccereereeseee About Using CableCARD Activating CableCARD Service Removing the CableCARD 20 Setting Up the Channel List sscccesccssccsesceceeseeesencesennesessecenseesessen
92. p 75 ohms More than 408 mVrms at the maximum volume setting Variable More than 408 mVrms Fixed Impedance output 2 kilohms 4 pin 400 i LINK terminal Optical Rectangular RM Y201 2 supplied for remote control 34 in 863 6mm picture measured diagonally 36 in 914 4 mm picture measured diagonally 7 5 W x2 15 W subwoofer 994 x 652 x 605 mm 39 1 8 x 25 5 8 x 23 7 8 in 89 kg 196 lbs In Use In Standby In i LINK CableCARD Standby 270 W 3W 23 W Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Optional Accessories Q A V Cable VMC 810 820 830 HG Audio Cable RKC 515HG Component Video Cable VMC 10 30 HG TV Stand SU 34XBR3 i LINK cables VMC IL4415 4 pin to 4 pin 1 5 meters VMC 1L4435 4 pin to 4 pin 3 5 meters Oooo 121 0 9 buttons 49 54 61 4 3 Default settings 99 A Advanced Video 95 Alternate Audio 56 91 Alternate Video 56 91 ANT button 48 54 antenna connecting 18 Audio Menu 93 Audio Out 98 AUDIO OUT jack 16 audio receiver connecting 38 Auto Program channel setup 100 Auto SAP MTS setting 97 balance adjusting 97 bass adjusting 97 batteries inserting in remote 47 bilingual audio 97 blocking programs See ratings brightness adjusting 94 Built 9 c cable connecting 18 with VCR connecting 24 cable box connecting with VCR 26 Twin View issues 60 using with TV remote control 67 CABLE jack described 16 CableCAR
93. pment VCR and Cable 24 VCR and Cable Box 26 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 28 Satellite Receiver 30 Satellite Receiver and VCR 32 DVD Player with Component Video 34 Connectors DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio 36 Connectors Camcorder 37 Audio Receiver 38 DVI Equipped Device 39 HDMI Equipped Device 40 22 Making Video Connections Your TV includes several types of video inputs When connecting your TV use the inputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance as described below Best Video Performance Homi lt i Pa HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Component video S VIDEO Composite video RF Coaxial Good Video Performance About Using S VIDEO If the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack shown at left you can use an S VIDEO cable for improved picture quality compared to an A V cable Because S VIDEO carries only the video signal you also need to connect audio cables for sound as shown below Example of an S VIDEO Connection S VIDEO cable Equipment with S VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIO R AUDIOL VIDEO GGE S VIDEO 5 Audio cable VIDEO IN Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc 23 VCR and Cable For best results use this connection if Q Your cable TV comp
94. r s satellite input jack Use a coaxial cable to connect the satellite receiver s VHF UHF output jack to the VCR s VHF UHF input jack Use an A V cable to connect the satellite receiver s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks Use an A V cable to connect the VCR s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 45 A ok cable 1 Th Splitter not supplied Satellite antenna 2 3 cable Coaxial cable A Coaxial 32 VHF UHF CABLE EC AN cable 7 cable SATELLITE IN A aunor aunoL vipeo 2 out LINE OUT Cables are often 5 color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO LINE IN LINE OUT VCR Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the satellite receiver Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 3 in the illustration Watch the VCR Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the input to which the VCR is connected VIDEO 1 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control If you have a non Sony VCR or satellite receiver you must program the to operate the satellite remote control See Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 52 receiver or VCR Activate the TV remote For
95. r 7 AUDIO OUT VAR FIX Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment You can use these outputs to listen to your TV s audio through your stereo system HD DVD IN 5 6 Connect to your DVD player s or digital set top box s component video Y PB PR 1080i 720p 480p 480i and audio L R jacks Component video provides better picture quality than 1 2 or 3 CONTROL S Allows the TV to receive IN and send OUT remote control signals to other Sony IN OUT infrared controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function HDMI HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface provides an uncompressed all VIDEO 7 IN digital audio video interface between this TV and any HDMI equipped audio video component such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver HDMI supports enhanced or high definition video plus two channel digital audio DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL Connect to the optical audio input of an audio component that is Dolby Digital and OUTPUT PCM compatible DOLBY DIGITAL PCM 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 this slot After the service is activated with your cable TV company the card
96. r Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the camcorder input VIDEO 2 in the illustration Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV 37 Audio Receiver For improved sound quality you may want to play the TV s audio through your stereo system To connect an audio system 1 Use an audio cable to connect the TV s audio output jacks to the audio receiver s line input jacks OQO m O0O Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white Audio cable To line input 2 Receiver Using the TV s Audio Menu set the Speaker option to Off Then set the Audio Out option to Fixed or Variable depending on how you want to control the volume For details see Using the Audio Menu on page 97 3 Turn on the audio receiver and then set the receiver s line input to the jack into which you connected the TV 38 DVI Equipped If you have a device such as an HDTV receiver that has DVI Digital Device Video Interface output use the following connection To connect a device that has DVI OUT 1 Use an HDMI to DVI cable to connect the device s DVI OUT jack to the TV s HDMI IN jack You can purchase HDMI cables or cable adapters at your local electronics store 2 Usean audio cable t
97. r specific cable box see Programming the Remote Control on page 51 Q Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV s CABLE input The TV s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box i eef CATV cable DeD N Coaxial cable Cable box Coaxial cable Coaxial cable VHF UHF CABLE B About Using This Connection with Dual Picture Twin View etc Features With this connection you can use all the dual picture features for unscrambled channels coming directly into the TV s CABLE input jack Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to usually channel 3 or 4 and then use the cable box to switch channels Set up the TV remote control Program the remote control See Programming the Remote Control on to operate the cable box pages 51 52 Activate the remote control to Press SAT CABLE FUNCTION operate the cable box Switch the TV s input Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV s VHF UHF scrambled between the cable box and channels and CABLE unscrambled inputs cable Cable Box Only For best results use this connection if Q Your cable TV company scrambles all channels which requires Before connecting a cable you to use a cable box ozs see About Using Q You do not have a VCR If you have a VCR see pages 2
98. ray this indicates that the TV is in a state in which the Menu option is not available In the password screen see page 102 enter the following master password 4357 The master password clears your previous password it cannot be used to temporarily unblock channels Problem Possible Remedies TV makes popping sound Q when turned on TIMER STAND BY LED on front panel is lit Digital cable box does not work Cannot record digital channels to VCR The signal from a selected i LINK device is not being displayed Qo Oo oO Oo This is a normal sound that results from the TV automatically degaussing each time it is turned on The LED see page 14 blinks when the TV is turned on then shuts off when the picture is displayed If the LED blinks for more than a minute this may indicate the TV needs service When lit indicates that the timer is set page 108 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 cable box using a splitter as described on page 26 you must use a special bi directional splitter that is designed to work with your digital cable box Contact your cable TV company for details Only analog channels can be recorded to your VCR If you have several i LINK devices connected and operating at once the TV may not be able to display the signal from the selected device Turn the other i LINK devices off and reselect the d
99. rning The CRT in this product employs a protective film on the face This film must not be removed as it serves a safety function and removal will increase the risk of serious injury Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15 119 of the FCC rules Note on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with a soft dry cloth Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine which might damage the finish of the cabinet Note to CATV System Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster cable company and or program owner NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if n
100. round technology are incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Manufactured under license from Dolby Dg Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby DIGITAL andthe double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Manufactured under license from BBE Sound Inc Licensed by BBE Sound Inc under USP4638258 5510752 and 5736897 BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound Inc This TV incorporates High Definition Hi n BE Multimedia Interface HDMI technology HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC CableCARD is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories Inc Wega FD Trinitron Steady Sound Digital Reality Creation CineMotion Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo MagicGate Super Fine Pitch MID Clear Edge Twin View ClearEdge VM and HD Detailer are trademarks of Sony Corporation i LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation and used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector All products with an i LINK connector may not communicate with each other Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega OVEMVIOW sissies seis oat as Ra ae Naren alae eee Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega Package CORTES sciences secs dessa r E SEEE RRR POA CUES yina aeea E e E E A EE EEEa Setting Up the TV Ov ivie Wna ites iene E ae ee ae etc als About the AC P
101. rounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Antenna lead in wire Ground clamp Antenna discharge unit NEC Section 810 20 Electric service Grounding conductors equipment p g NEC Section 810 21 Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode NEC National Electrical Code system NEC Art 250 Part H Lightning For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power line surges Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions D FRAYED oR TAUT Ac LINE Q When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed CRACKED PLUG Q If liquid has been spilled into the set or objects have fallen into the product Q If the set has been exposed to rain or water Q If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged Q If the set does not
102. ry 0 Stick are not listed Music files are playingin 0 wrong order 116 Possible Remedies 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 72 Check the Filter option setting see page 82 Check the Select Contents setting see page 82 and ensure that files are either in DCF directories if Digital Camera Folders is selected see page 82 or in the currently selected folder if Select a Folder is selected see page 82 The maximum number of files the Memory Stick Viewer can display is 2 000 files total including all JPEG MPEG1 and MP3 files If you are using a Memory Stick with the Memory Select function try changing the position of the A B select switch 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 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 These functions are available only for JPEG files Set the File Information opti
103. ry Stick Viewer the 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 71 z s2 3 e lt n me A z Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick Inserting a Memory Stick 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 adapter for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo If you use an adapter it may damage the adapter and Memory Stick slot 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot see page 14 and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot as illustrated below When inserted properly it should slide in with little resistance and click into place VIDEO 2 INPUT moO SVIDEO VIDEO _L MONO AUDIO R lt al Be sure to insert the Memory Stick in the correct direction If the Memory Stick is forced in the wrong way it may become damaged Insert only Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick slot Attempting to insert other objects into the slot may damage the TV To remove the Memory Stick see Removing a Memory Stick on page 73 72 Removi
104. s particularly when being turned on or off Installation Always use two or more people to lift or move the set The set is heavy and the bottom surface is flat Serious injury can result from trying to move the set by yourself alone or from unsteady handling Install the set on a stable level surface Water and Moisture Do not use power line operated sets near water for example near a bathtub washbowlI kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket table or shelf The set may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Disconnect all cables and cords from the set before attempting to move the set Do not allow children or pets to climb up onto or push against the set The set may fall causing serious injury Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the
105. s become more smoothly integrated with one another 3 Tosave the setting press To return the Custom options to the default factory settings press the RESET button 95 96 Option Description Advanced Video continued Color Axis Mode Memory Allows you to control the emphasis of red tones Default Emphasizes red tones Monitor De emphasizes red tones Allows you to control how the Mode settings Vivid Standard Movie Pro are applied to TV viewing Memory Stick viewing i LINK and each video input For details about Mode settings see page 94 off Set to Off to apply the same Mode settings to all video inputs Changing inputs does not change the Mode setting On Set to On to customize Mode settings for each video input Changing inputs might change the Mode setting To restore the factory default settings for Video settings Q Press RESET on the remote control when in the Video Menu Using the Audio Menu To access the Audio Menu follow these steps 1 Display Menu 2 n A 3 Press to select E Treble i Bass bd Balance To change settings move the joystick gt ms Stereo Speaker On Press to confirm the selection ii A To exit the Menu press MENU Selecting Audio The Audio Menu includes the following options onns Treble Adjust to decrease or increase higher pitched sounds Bass Adjust to decrease or increase lower pitched sounds Balance Adjust to emphasiz
106. s a secure digital interface to other digital home entertainment devices such as digital VCRs digital camcorders set top boxes and other devices that also are equipped with i LINK i LINK allows for the secure transfer of copyright protected digital content between these devices and your digital television i LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation and used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector All products with an i LINK connector may not communicate with each other This TV has three S400 i LINK terminals one in the front panel and two in the back panel You can use the following i LINK cables with this TV Sony Model Length VMC IL4415 1 5 meters 4 pin i LINK cable VMC IL4435 3 5 meters Do not use cables other than the ones listed above 85 Connecting i LINK Devices Before connecting this unit to i LINK compatible equipment read the instruction manual of the i LINK device to be connected To connect a digital i LINK device using only a digital signal 1 Using ani LINK cable see page 85 connect the device s i LINK jack to either of the TV s i LINK jacks To connect an i LINK device that supports an EIA 775A connection 1 Using an i LINK cable see page 85 connect the device s i LINK jack to either of the TV s i LINK jacks 2 Using an A V cable connect the i LINK device s A V output jacks to the TV s VIDEO 3 A V input jacks Only one i LINK cable should connect t
107. sea coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter s two output jacks to the TV s CABLE jack 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter s other output jack to the cable box s input jack 4 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box s output jack to the VCR s RF input jack 5 Use an A V cable to connect the cable box s A V output jacks to Ri the TV s A V input jacks R jacks 6 Usean A V cable to connect the VCR s A V output jacks to the See page 23 TV s A V input jacks 7 Run Auto Program as described in Setting Up the Channel List on page 45 26 Coaxial ble VHF UHF CABLE ca Zi 3 4 mi plitter 2 not supplied 1 Re Sle Coaxial DE cable 3 Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc LINE OUT R AUDIO 1 L A A VIDEO Coaxial 4 cable 5 AIV cable AUDIOR AUDIO L VIDEO IN AN cable 6 Notes on Using This Connection Watch cable unscrambled Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input CABLE in the channels illustration Watch cable box scrambled Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable box input VIDEO 3 in the channels illustration Use the cable box to change channels Watch the VCR Press TV VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Set up the
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109. seys EL KTT A A A TA A E AE CONTACTING SONY aatia e ar ee ei eee eh teeta TOUDICSROOUING ssnin aaaea iaia ENANA AREAS EAA E UA E E E Remote Control CableECARD i eena aE e E REE Faea a a a aare Channels Ssgscs seatsoiteadceericnt e eaea a ao a aia Memory Stick AUGIG bicscencadhacasthca ts General sce de de edeocets es a e teenie ea Pada ees Specifications issucsvenvacsssivetennscvinecccusseseinacivdeiscenetsunsetvnesesesenivativusesddsuddnteuten Optional Accessories Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview This chapter describes the contents of the package in which the TV is shipped and provides an overview of the features of your Wega TV Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega Package Contents Features The FD Trinitron Wega pronounced VAY GAH is characterized by outstanding contrast uncompromising accuracy and corner to corner detail You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare from the flat picture tube This flat screen technology improves picture detail without distortion unlike conventional curved screens The FD Trinitron delivers outstanding image detail not only at the screen center but also at the corners so you can enjoy a bright clear picture from any location in a room Along with your new Trinitron TV the packing box contains a remote control and two AA R6 batteries These items are all you need to set up a
110. t top box HD1080i 720p connections HD Detailer Wideband video amplifier has a high bandwidth frequency rating which allows it to send more video information to the screen resulting in finer picture quality especially for HD sources CineMotion Reverse 3 2 pulldown processing provides optimal picture quality for film based sources media originally shot in 24 frames per second format Parental Control V Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming from younger viewers 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 i LINK Provides a secure digital interface to other digital home entertainment devices i LINK allows for the secure transfer of copyright protected high definition content between these devices and your digital television 11 Setting Up the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV TV Controls and Connectors 14 16 Basic Connections Connecting a Cable or Antenna 17 21 Connecting Optional Equipment VCR and Cable 24 VCR and Cable Box 26 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 28 Satellite Receiver 30 Satellite Receiver and VCR 32 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 34 DVD Pla
111. tional line doublers the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal s NTSC waveform with the near HD equivalent while doubling the number of vertical and horizontal lines This results in four times the density for quality sources such as DVD satellite and digital camcorders The Video Menu allows you to select interlaced progressive or CineMotion output The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of detail Reality and smoothness Clarity to create up to three custom palettes Q Scrolling Index Lets you select programs from a series of preview windows that scroll along the right side of the screen Q Twin View Using the Multi Image Driver MIDX Twin View allows you to watch two programs side by side with the ability to zoom in one picture You can watch pictures from two different sources 1080i 720p 480p and 480i simultaneously Only the left Twin View window can display 1080i 720p and 480p sources Q Favorite Channels Allows you to preview and select from 16 of your favorite channels Q ClearEdge VM Velocity Modulation Sharpens picture definition by enhancing vertical lines Q Steady Sound Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials Q Memory Stick Viewer Lets you watch digital photo JPEG and movie MPEG1 files that are stored on Memory Stick media 10 Component Video Inputs Offers the best video quality for DVD 480p 480i and digital se
112. tting to C2 C6 CABLE input and use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels Video 1 Use this setting if you have connected the equipment to the A V input jacks SE Digital Channels Add Select to add digital channels If you are using a Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all CableCARD Auto Program is receivable channels for the current input VHF UHF or disabled for the CABLE input CABLE sels Aaetee Auto Program may take up to 30 minutes to complete aa orang A progress bar will display the approximate progress of the Auto Program and Digital Channels Add sequences 100 Show Hide Allows you to show or hide channels that appear in the Channels Program Guide page 55 and when you use the CH buttons to channel surf Channels that are set to Hidden do not appear in the Program Guide or when you use the CH buttons Channels that you set to Hidden can be accessed only with the 0 9 buttons 1 Move the joystick or to highlight the channel that you want to show or hide To move between the Major and Digital subchannel lists move the joystick or gt 2 To change a channel s setting to Shown or Hidden press 3 To show or hide more channels repeat steps 1 and 2 Label Channels Allows you to assign labels such as station call letters to channel numbers 1 Move the joystick to highlight Channel and press 2 Move the joystick to scroll through the c
113. usic using MP3 files or m3u playlists stored on your Memory Stick For more information about handling Memory Stick media see Notes on Using Memory Stick Media on page 83 With the Memory Stick Viewer you can Q View photo JPEG and movie MPEG1 files in a thumbnail index or Slide Show Q Set customized Slide Show options including transitions and background audio Q 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 69 2 Ww PA S E oY Memory Stick Compatibility Memory Stick Functionality 70 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 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 adapter for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo If you use an adapter it may damage the adapter 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 vary by and are dependent upon the design of host hardware devices Memory Stick PRO in this television has been tested to support up to 1 GB media capacity and does not support h
114. usting 94 l i LINK 11 14 16 85 91 i LINK button 48 I LINK jack described 16 i LINK Standby 14 106 i LINK AV1 3 DVD slide switch 50 INDEX button 48 57 Info Banner 105 Initial Setup 45 interlaced 10 48 95 112 J joystick 48 JUMP button 49 54 123 L Language setting 106 M Memory Stick button 49 features 69 Index 74 indicator LED 14 inserting 72 insertion slot 14 panning photos 78 photo options 77 playing movies 79 precautions 84 removing 73 rotating photos 78 slide show options 81 troubleshooting 116 viewing photos 76 zooming photos 78 Memory Stick button 14 Memory Stick Viewer 10 MENU button 14 48 50 54 63 93 Menus Audio 93 Channel 93 Parent 93 102 Setup 105 Video 93 MONITOR OUT 16 Mono MTS setting 97 Movie mode 94 movies viewing thumbnails 74 MTS 97 MTS SAP button 50 MUTING button 48 54 N Neutral Color Temperature 94 Normal Screen Mode 58 o off turning off the TV 14 on turning on the TV 14 P Parent Menu 93 102 parental control described 11 124 password changing 102 Pause button 50 photos viewing thumbnails 74 PIC MODE button 49 picture contrast adjusting 94 Picture in Picture See Twin View Play button 50 POWER button 14 power cord removing from holder 13 powering on off the TV 14 presetting channels 100 Pro Video mode 94 problems troubleshooting 113 119 Program Guide 55 program guide 55 progressive 10 48
115. will light indicating the timer has been set 108 Option Description Current Time To return to the Timer 1 Press to select Current Time Menu after setting the 2 Press and to set the current time day hour and Current Time press minute Press or gt to confirm each setting and when the highlight is in the move to the next setting Press to go back to the minute field previous setting 3 Press MENU to exit the Menu Diagnostics Displays the strength of the terrestrial digital broadcast signal to help you adjust your antenna to optimize signal reception CableCARD This list of selectable CableCARD options will vary depending on your cable service provider 109 Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics Topic Page Glossary 112 Contacting Sony 113 Troubleshooting 113 Specifications 120 Optional Accessories 121 Index 123 111 Glossary analog signal aspect ratio component video a a ae composite video re gt degauss digital television DTV HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface National Television System Committee NTSC RF S VIDEO VHF UHF 480i SD 480p SD 720p HD 1080i HD 112 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 TV has a 16
116. y changing channels in either window 113 Remote Control Problem 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 114 Possible Remedies a a a a a a m a a m The batteries could be weak Replace the batteries Check the orientation of the batteries Press the TV FUNCTION button You may have inadvertently pressed the SAT CABLE FUNCTION button which changes the remote control to SAT or CABLE mode Make sure the TV s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet Locate the TV at least 3 4 feet away from fluorescent lights If you are using the TV to change channels first press the TV FUNCTION button If you are using another device to change channels be sure you have not inadvertently switched your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting Use the Channel Fix option to fix the channel based on the hookup you used see page 100 If you are using another device to change channels be sure to press the FUNCTION button for that device For example if you are using your cable box to change channels be sure to press the SAT CABLE FUNCTION button If you replaced the batteries to the remote 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
117. y to select the DVD input VIDEO 1 in the illustration Set up the TV remote control If you have a non Sony DVD player you must program the remote control to operate the DVD player See Programming the Remote Control on pages 51 52 Activate the TV remote Open the outside cover as shown on page 50 Then set the A V slide switch control to operate the DVD to the position you programmed for the DVD player player Control DVD functions with See Operating a DVD Player on page 67 the TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105 identify equipment connected to the TV 36 Camcorder For easy connection of a camcorder the TV has front A V input jacks If you prefer however you can connect the camcorder to the TV s rear A V input jacks A it your camcorder is equipped with an i LINK jack you can connect it using i LINK instead of the A V inputs See Using i LINK on page 85 N Using S VIDEO jacks See page 23 To connect a camcorder 1 Use A V cables to connect the camcorder s A V output jacks to the TV s A V input jacks VIDE O 2 INPUT kd ao LLINK C3 oo o Cables are often color coded to connectors Connect red to red white to white etc TV s L MONO audio jack Notes on Using This Connection To Do This Do This Watch the camcorde
118. y 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 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 Q 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 in 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 Before you can use CableCARD service you need to insert the CableCARD Service CableCARD supplied by your cable TV company and activate the service as described below 1 Turn off the TV 2 Insert the CableCARD into the TV s CableCARD slot Top of CableCARD is on same side as indicator on slot CAUTION Inserting the CableCARD incorrectly may result in permanent damage
119. yer with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 36 Camcorder 37 Audio Receiver 38 DVI Equipped Device 39 HDMI Equipped Device 40 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector 41 Using the CONTROL S Feature 42 Using CableCARD 43 Setting Up the Channel List 45 About the AC The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with a hook Use Power Cord caution when removing the AC plug from its holder Gently slide the plug upward to remove it from the hook Once removed the AC power plug should automatically disengage from its stored location Do not plug in the AC power cord until you have made all other connections You can detach the cord from this hook AC power cord 1 fice 13 TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 fo M 12 13 a ji stjpuo STANDBY STANDBY o VIDEO 2 INPUT O 7 PRO an ve ne ere i wun C9 mm ae a SVIDEO VIDEO _L MONO AUDIO R A 4 woo C O Description 1 i LINK Connects to the i LINK jack on your i LINK compatible portable device Provides a secure digital connection between your TV and your i LINK compatible portable device such as a digital video camcorder 2 S VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder or oth

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