Sony 27FS13 User's Manual
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1. Optional connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs you can get better picture quality by connecting Audio Video cables not supplied from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO VIDEO IN on your TV 2 For optimum picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected You can use the ng button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs Connecting Your TV TV VCR and Cable Box Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles some channels pay channels but not all of them This set up allows you to use the remote control to a change channels through your cable box or VCR when you are receiving a scrambled signal and b change channels through your TV This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are viewing unscrambled channels coming directly into your TV from your cable Scrambled signals coming through the cable box cannot be viewed in PIP For more information on the PIP feature see page 18 1 Connect the single input jack of the splitter to your incoming cable connection 2 Using a coaxial cable not supplied connect the two output jacks of the splitter to a the IN jack on your cable box and b the VHF UHF jack on the TV 3 Using a coaxial cable not supplied connect the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack on your VCR Op2. Make sure you have not inadvertently switched your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting if you are using another device to change channels If you are using another device to control channels be sure the FUNCTION button for that device has been pressed For example if you re using your VCR to control channels be sure to press the VCR DVD FUNCTION buttons page 15 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 In the password screen enter the following master password 4357 After using the master password you must create a new password it cannot be used to unlock currently blocked channels If you use the pal button to close the Basic menu only the Basic menu appears when you press again To have access to the other menus use the Y button to select Advanced Menu page 36 Press the TV FUNCTION button You may have inadvertently pressed the VCR DVD FUNCTION button which changes the PIP buttons to VCR mode page 15 Be sure your window picture is set to a video source channel that has a program airing You may be tuned to a video input with nothing connected to it Try cycling through your video inputs using the yellow PIP TV VIDEO button with the red dot page 18 PIP is not set to receive a signal from the AUX input If you have connected a VCR DVD or Satellite Receiver to the AUX input on the TV it will not show in the
3. Press to alternate sound between the main picture and the window picture The sound symbol appears for 3 seconds indicating whether you are hearing the sound from the main or picture window Press to change the channel in the window picture To change the channel in the main window use the main CH buttons at the bottom of the remote control Press to move the location of the window picture among the four corners of the screen Press to freeze the window picture Press again to restore the picture Press to switch the main picture with the window picture Press again to switch them back 1 The AUX input cannot be viewed in the window picture 2 For more information about your remote control see page 15 18 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions To use PIP 1 Press the TV FUNCTION button on your remote to view a working channel 2 Pressthe gt button and the window picture appears 3 Use the yellow labeled buttons on your remote control to control the PIP features See page 18 for descriptions on the PIP control buttons To check your PIP 1 2 tl Press the TV FUNCTION button on your remote to view a working channel SWAP Press the button and select that same channel again You should now have the same program playing in both your main window and your picture window Use the yellow CH to change the channel in the picture window Now use the main CH on the bottom of your remote co
4. available Channel With the Channel Label window open Label 1 Press gt then press 4 or Y until you reach the desired Label up to 40 channel number channels with 2 Press to activate the channel their call letters 3 Press y then press to highlight the label field 4 Press or y to display the first call letter or number of the caption and press to select it When finished press to activate 2 Favorite Channel Channel Skip Add and Channel Label cannot be used when Channel Fix is set 27 Operating Instructions Parental Control The Parental Control feature is designed to help parents monitor what their children watch on television This section shows you the different rating systems available and how to set your TV s rating limit Overview of the Ratings Once you have become familiar with these rating systems you should be ready to set your TV s rating limit TV Ratings The TV ratings are divided into two groups age based and content based TV Ratings TV Y E TV Y 7 Age TV G Content TV PG TV 14 a f TV MA E oe Ws Press to block rating Move Select Age Defined as Contents Defined as TV Y All children FV Fantasy Violence TV Y7 Directed to older children D Suggestive TV G General audience dialogue TV PG Parental Guidance L Strong language suggested S Sexual situations TV 14 Parents Strongly V Violence cautioned TV MA Mature Audience only 2 The content ratings will increase dependi
5. KV 27FV17 only Surround Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs KV 27FS13 KV 27FS17 KV 32FS13 KV 32FS17 only Using the Menus MTS Stereo Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo Multi Channel Mono Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception sound Auto SAP Select to have the TV automatically switch to a Second Audio Program SAP when a signal is received a If your TV is set to Auto SAP some programs may be muted or distorted If your TV does not output sound change your Audio settings to Stereo or Mono MD Press MISSAP for direct MTS settings Stereo Mono Auto SAP Speaker ON Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with Custom selection or without a separate stereo system of audio output OFF Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the ene TV s sound only through external audio system speakers Audio Out Use Audio Out only when you have an external audio Use to control the system connected to your TV TV s volume Variable Adjust the volume through your TV through a stereo Fixed Adjust the TV volume through a connected stereo a Audio Out can only be set when Speaker is set to OFF 25 Operating Instructions Using the Channel Setup Menu Favorite Channel Quick access to favorite channels Cable 26 Video EEE Favorite Channel Cable ON Channel Fix OFF Audio Parent Timer Setup Basic Auto Program Channel Skip Add Channel Label
6. Move t With the Favorite Channel menu open 1 2 Press to select Use the or buttons to select Auto or Manual When Auto is selected the last seven channels accessed by the buttons will appear When in Manual press lt then to select the position 1 7 where you want to set a favorite channel Then press Using the or buttons select the desired channel Press to change to the channel entered Press to exit ON Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable OFF Select if you are using a TV antenna Using the Menus Channel Fix 2 6 Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box or VCR Select the appropriate channel usually 3 or 4 and use the cable box s or VCR s remote control for channel selection Video 1 Select from available video inputs when you have connected video equipment e g satellite receiver and you want your TV fixed to it AUX 2 6 Use this setting instead of the 2 6 if you want to change channels using a cable box VCR or satellite receiver and you ve connected it to the AUX input Auto Program Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV It will cycle through all available channels and program any receivable channels Channel Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip Skip Add unwanted channels or add new ones 1 Use the 0 9 buttons or the CH buttons to select the channel 2 Press to Skip or Add only one option will be
7. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NEC in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the NEC Refer to section 54 300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE ASE GROUNDING CONDUCTORS EQUIPMENT NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING u ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE NEC ARTICLE 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 e When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed FRAYED oR TAUT AC LINE CRACKED PLUG e Tf liquid has been spilled into the set water e If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or th
8. small window picture Other Information get the same L Both may be set to the same channel Try changing program in the channels in either the main picture or the window window picture picture page 18 as in the main Your TV may be set up to select all your channels picture through a cable box The cable box will only unscramble one signal at a time so you cannot use the PIP feature If possible run a direct cable to the VHF UHF jack on your TV This will only work if your cable system provides an unscrambled signal page 5 You lost your 3 You can use the front Audio Video panel controls to remote control access the menu Press to open the menu Use the or buttons on the front Audio Video panel instead of the 4 or Y buttons on the remote control Use the button on the front Audio Video panel instead of the lt a gt and buttons on the remote control Press FY again when the setting or adjustment is complete Contact your nearest Sony dealer to order a replacement If after reading these Operating Instructions you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television please call our Direct Response Center at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 U S residents only or 416 499 SONY 7669 Canadian residents only 43 Operating Instructions Specifications For all models except as noted Television system Channel coverage Antenna Picture tube 44 American TV standard NTSC VHF 2 13
9. UHEF 14 69 CATV 1 125 75 ohm external antenna terminal for VHF UHF FD Trinitron tube Other Information KV 27FV17 Screen size Visible screen size 27 inches 679 mm measured diagonally Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 45 Index 46 16 9 Enhanced 35 Advanced Menu 36 Audio Menu 24 Audio Out 25 Auto Program 17 27 Auto SAP 25 Balance 24 Basic eta Menu 36 Bass 24 Battery Installation 2 Brightness 23 Cable 26 Caption Vision 35 36 Channel Label 27 Channel Fix 27 Channel Setup Menu 26 Channel Skip Add 27 Color 23 Color Temp 23 Connections Cable and antenna 3 Cable Box and Cable 5 Cable Box and TV 4 Connecting a Camcorder 11 Connecting a DVD Player 11 Connecting an Audio System 12 Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing 13 TV and VCR 6 TV and Satellite Receiver 9 TV Satellite Receiver and VCR 10 TV VCR and Cable Box 7 Current Time 34 Daylight Saving 34 Demo 35 DISPLAY 15 Effect 24 36 OFF 24 36 Simulated 24 36 SRS 24 36 Surround 24 36 Favorite Channel 26 Hue 23 Language 35 Menus Audio EY 24 Basic dik 36 Channel Setup 26 Parental Control 31 Setup e 35 Timer 34 Video amp 23 Mode 23 Movie 23 Sports 23 Standard 23 Vivid 23 Mono 25 MTS 25 Auto SAP 25 Mono 25 Stereo 25 Overview of the Ratings 28 Index Parental Control 28 Parental Control 43 Menu 31 Picture 23 Picture in Picture PIP 18 Programming th
10. Viewers 14 and older ie Edd 18 Adult programming French Ratings Canadian models only These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French Rating Defined as G General 8 ans Not recommended French Ratin for younger children G 13 Not recommended 8 ans 13 ans _ ans for children under 16 ans _ age 13 18 ans 16 Not recommended Press to block rating ans for ages under 16 seus Select 18 This program is ans restricted to adults U S A Ratings Canadian models only For programs from the United States see TV Ratings on page 28 30 Using the Menus Using the Parental Control Menu To access the Parental Control menu refer to the following steps To display To highlight To select RE Y gt Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic r ESS Password Use 0 9 buttons to enter new password Move Select In the Parental Control menu you will be asked to set a 4 digit password for any further access into Parental Control 1 Press amp then use the buttons to enter a 4 digit password Keep this instruction manual in a safe place If you forget your password see page 42 2 Confirm your password by entering it again Once your password is set correctly the next Parental Control menu appears 31 Operating Instructions Setting the rating You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock opti
11. 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 r 10 3 0 6 TcO Tw A 0 8 00me 3 6 N7 2 012 0 0082b81 Tc 0 0005 T e Grounding or Polarization This set may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact you electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug 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
12. 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 asnapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or frequent while the TV is operating unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds particularly when being turned on or off Installation Always use two or more people to lift or move the set The set is heavy and the bottom surface is flat Serious injury can result from trying to move the set by yourself 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 washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart stand 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
13. remote control to operate connected video equipment see page 37 Press when you want to turn connected equipment on and off Press when you want to control connected equipment with your remote control Operates PIP feature To use the PIP feature see page 18 Cycles through available video inputs Press once to show current time if set and channel number Press again to turn DISPLAY off 1 The remote control shown on page 14 RM Y181 is for KV 27FS17 KV 27FV17 and KV 32FS17 Your remote control may not look like the one illustrated continued 15 Operating Instructions MTS SAP and ENTER GUIDE S LUS 21 MENU CH channel Cycles through the Multi channel TV Sound MTS options Stereo Mono and Auto SAP Second Audio Programming Change channels directly and enter numerical values in on screen displays Brings up the custom guide of your satellite receiver Moves the cursor in the on screen menus Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor Press the center button to select or access an option Displays the on screen menu Press again to exit the menu at any time Press when you want to change channels 2 For information on Picture in Picture PIP operation buttons see page 18 2 If you lose your remote control see page 43 16 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV you ca
14. to display the on screen menu Use lt or gt to highlight the desired menu then press amp Use the or y buttons to highlight the desired option then press amp Press to complete the adjustment U bh WN MENU 7 Press to exit the menu 22 Using the Menus Using the Video E Menu To access the Video menu refer to the following steps To display To highlight 55 To select e I gt Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic 2 JOTA Mode Vivid Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp Cool VM High Move Select Mode Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness Customized Standard Select for a standard picture picture viewing Sports Select for a bright picture Movie Select for a finely detailed picture MD Press tor direct Mode settings Vivid Standard Sports Movie Picture Press lt to decrease picture contrast Picture contrast Press gt to increase picture contrast Brightness Press lt to darken the picture Picture Press gt to brighten the picture adjustment Color Press lt to decrease color saturation Color saturation Press gt to increase color saturation Hue Press lt to increase the red tones Color tones Press gt to increase the green tones Sharpness Press lt to soften the picture Picture detail Press gt to sharpen the picture Color Temp Cool Gives the white colors a blue
15. video tape Stop Search forward or backward Pause Record Change between VCR and TV inputs To Power on the DVD Select chapters directly Search chapters forward or backward Play DVD Stop Pause Move the cursor in the menu Display the DVD menu 39 Operating Instructions Operating a Laser Disc Press VCR DVD OD CH CH gt 40 To Power on the laser disc Search chapters forward or backward Play disc Stop Pause Other Information Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your TV try the suggestions below If the problem persists contact your nearest Sony dealer No picture no _ Make sure the power cord is plugged in sound LI Ifred light is flashing on the front of your TV for more than a few minutes disconnect and reconnect the power cord to restore the TV If the problem continues call your local service center L Check the TV VIDEO settings when watching TV set to TV when watching video equipment set to VIDEO page 15 I Make sure the batteries have been inserted correctly into the remote control page 2 i Try another channel it could be station trouble Poor or no _I Adjust Picture in the Video menu page 23 picture good J Adjust Brightness in the Video menu page 23 sound J Check the antenna and or cable connections page 3 Good picture JJ Press 5 so that MUTING disappears from the no sound screen page 15 L Check your Audio setti
16. 216 217 Zenith 212 213 Laser Disc Player codes Sony 701 Panasonic 704 710 Pioneer 702 DBS codes DIRECTV 809 Echostar Dish 810 Network 38 Symphonic Tashiro Tatung Teac Technics Toshiba Wards Yamaha Zenith 338 332 314 336 337 314 336 338 337 309 308 312 311 327 328 335 331 332 314 330 336 337 331 Satellite receiver codes Sony General Electric Hitachi Hughes Panasonic RCA PROSCAN Toshiba DVD codes Sony JVC Mitsubishi Onkyo Oritron Panasonic Philips Magnavox Pioneer RCA Samsung Hitachi Toshiba Zenith 801 preset code for remote control 802 805 804 803 802 808 806 807 751 756 761 762 759 753 757 752 755 758 754 760 Other Information 1 If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment 2 Whenever you remove the batteries the code numbers may revert to the factory setting and must be reset In some rare cases you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control In this case use the equipment supplied remote control Operating a VCR Press VCR DVD CH CH gt u lt lt Or D gt il O and gt at the same time TV VCR ze Operating a DVD Press VCR DVD CD gt E H VV gt MENU OD To Power on the VCR Select channels directly Change channels Play
17. 3 Use the chart 4 Press VCR codes Sony Admiral M Ward Aiwa Audio Dynamic Broksonic Canon Citizen Craig Criterion Curtis Mathis Daewoo DBX Dimensia Emerson Fisher Funai General Electric or FUNCTION buttons to key in the code number from the following 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 JCPenney JVC Kenwood LXI Sears Magnavox Marantz Marta Memorex Minolta Mitsubishi MGA Multitech NEC Olympic Optimus Panasonic Pentax Philco 309 305 304 330 314 336 337 314 336 337 345 346 347 314 336 332 337 332 305 330 335 338 308 309 310 314 336 337 332 309 335 305 304 323 324 325 326 325 338 321 314 336 337 309 308 327 308 309 306 307 305 304 308 309 37 Operating Instructions VCR codes Realistic 309 330 328 335 324 338 Samsung 322 313 321 Sansui 314 Sanyo 330 335 Scott 312 313 321 335 323 324 325 326 Sharp 327 328 Shintom 315 Signature 2000 338 327 M Ward SV2000 338 Sylvania 308 309 338 310 Cable box codes Sony 230 Hamlin Regal 222 223 224 225 226 Jerrold G I 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 218 Oak 227 228 229 Panasonic 219 220 221 Pioneer 214 215 Scientific Atlanta 209 210 211 Tocom
18. SONY ee FD Trinitron WEGA Trinitron Color TV Operating Instructions KV 27FS13 KV 27FS17 KV 2 FV17 KV 32F513 KV 32F517 2001 by Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the TV to rain or moisture CAUTION A A 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 AN 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 AN and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Note to the CATV Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical SAFETY PRECAUTIONS J Operate the TV only on 120 V AC I One blade of the power plug is wider than the other for safety purposes and will fit into the
19. Timer Setup Basic 0025 51 20 a its Treble III mann Bass CT en Co Pen Balance Steady Sound ON Effect OFF MTS Stereo Speaker ON Audio Out Variable Move Select Customize your channel settings Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Ler ESS m O Fieri Favorite Channel Cable ON Channel Fix OFF Auto Program Channel Skip Add Channel Label Move 2 The menus illustrated in this manuals are for KV 27FV17 Your menus may not look like those illustrated 20 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Allows you to Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Set rating limits on your TV based ja on Program s rating or content Password Move Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Set the clock on your I V and ESS Zn GIF program scheduled viewing using Timer 1 Set Timer 1 and Timer 2 Timer 2 Set Current Time Daylight Saving OFF Move Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Program your channels label Ojea ja video puts select menu Caption Vision OFF languages or run a demo of the Video Label menus Tilt Correction O Language English 16 9 Enhanced OFF Demo Move Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Set basic settings for your TV RAS Press to enter Basic Menu Move 21 Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your IV To access a menu Press
20. ceeds the TV rating LJ Press O then use the 0 9 buttons to enter your password Ps Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn Lock to OFF To reactivate your Lock settings turn the TV off then back on The TV will return to the settings that you have selected 33 Operating Instructions Using the Timer Menu To access the Timer menu refer to the following steps To display To highlight To select MEN e gt Bb Video Audio Channel Parent Setup Basic Timer 1 Set Timer 2 Set Current Time Daylight Saving OFF Move Current With the menu open Time 1 Press 4 or to select the current time then press amp If you are in Daylight Saving time be sure to set Daylight Saving to ON 2 Press 4 or Y to enter the current time then press G 3 Press 4 to exit the menu Timer 1 and With the menu open set cursor on Timer 1 or Timer 2 Timer 2 1 Press 4 or v to select Timer 1 or Timer 2 then press amp Scheduled 2 Press 4 or v to enter your time and channel of viewing preference then press O 3 Press pS to exit the menu a You must set the Current Time before you can use Timer 1 and Timer 2 1 You can set the Timer to ON OFF or Set Once the timer is set you can turn it on or off without having to go through the settings Daylight OFF Select in fall at the end of Daylight Saving Saving ON Select in spring to compensate for Daylight Saving 2 Whe
21. d VIDEO OUT on your TV To perform tape editing set the TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing 13 Operating Instructions Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions This section shows you how to use the more advanced buttons on the remote control and how to use the on screen menus 14 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control Button 1 MUTING 2 SYSTEM OFF TV VCR 4 ANT antenna PICTURE MODE 6 SLEEP JUMP CD TV SAT 9 RESET VOL volume 11 CODE SET POWER FUNCTION Picture in Picture PIP 15 TV VIDEO DISPLAY Description Instantly turns off the sound Press again or press AS to restore sound Powers off all Sony equipment at once may not work with older equipment Press when you are finished using a VCR and you want to switch to the TV input Your VCR power will remain on Press to change the VHF UHF input to the AUX input KV 27FS17 KV 27FV17 KV 32FS17 only Cycles through the available Video Mode settings Turns the TV off automatically in approximately 15 30 45 60 90 or 120 minutes Cancel by pressing until SLEEP OFF appears Alternates between the last two channels selected with the 0 9 buttons Cycles through available Steady Sound settings see page 24 Press to return to factory settings while in an on screen menu Press when you want to adjust the volume Use to program your
22. dance 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 l Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas I Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver _J Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected _J Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Protecting the TV To prevent internal heat build up do not block the ventilation openings _J Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15 119 of the FCC rules Use of this television 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 Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover of this manual and the rear of your TV Trademarks and Copyrigh
23. e Remote Control 37 Remote Control 15 Ratings English Ratings 30 French Ratings 30 Movie Ratings 29 TV Ratings 28 Unrated 29 U S A Ratings 30 Setup Menu 35 Sharpness 23 SLEEP 15 Speaker 25 Specifications 44 Steady Sound 24 Stereo 25 Timer Menu 34 Timer 1 and Timer 2 34 Treble 24 Troubleshooting 41 TV Features 1 Tilt Correction 35 Video amp Menu 23 Video Label 35 VM 23 47 Sony Corporation Printed in USA
24. e cabinet has been damaged e If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance this 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 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 C Z RS Era OUR OK Hi SAFETY CHECK Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by the manufacturer to determine that the set is in safe operating condition and to so certify When the set reaches the end of its useful life improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the set Contents Introduction Tri
25. ect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV Rear of TV VIDEO IN 3 AUX o a S VIDE o Y TO CONVERTER Rear of DVD player joe N LINE OUT AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO VIDEO Ir Video yellow Audio L white AudioR red 2 For optimum picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected 11 Operating Instructions Connecting an Audio System Using Audio cables not supplied connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs e g TV AUX TAPE2 on your stereo Rear of TV AUX TO CONVERTER VHF UHF N VIDEO IN 3 5 o S VIDE AUDIO L white 2 Set your stereo to the selected line input See page 24 for additional audio 12 setup instructions Connecting Your TV Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing KV 27FV17 only You can connect two VCRs togethers to edit video tapes You can also connect both VCRs to your TV to view the program being recorded VHF UHF 000 Y 000 1 Using an Audio Video cable not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your first VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV 2 Using Audio Video cable not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO IN on the second VCR to the MONITOR AUDIO an
26. eo cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected You can use the 42 button to switch between the VHF UHF and satellite receiver inputs Operating Instructions TV Satellite Receiver and VCR AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO CY 1 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver 2 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the IN jack on your VCR 3 Using a coaxial cable not supplied connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF UHF jack on your TV 4 Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your VCR 3 Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV 2 To view from the satellite receiver or VCR select the video input to which your Satellite receiver or VCR is connected by pressing on the remote control 10 Connecting Your TV Connecting a Camcorder Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV Front A V Panel MENU VIDEO 2 INPUT VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R AudioR red Audio L white Video yellow 2 If you have an S VIDEO equipped camcorder you can use an S VIDEO cable for optimum picture quality KV 27FV17 only Connecting a DVD Player Using Audio Video cables not supplied conn
27. erating Instructions 2 If you will be controlling all channel selections through your cable box you should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channel 3 or 4 see page 27 Optional connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs you can get better picture quality by connecting Audio Video cables not supplied from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO VIDEO IN on your TV For optimum picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected 1 You can use the 22 button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs Connecting Your TV TV and Satellite Receiver From cable antenna Satellite Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN nana 39 AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO in Satellite xu OOO antenna 4 1 cable Rear of TV gt Cc x T CONVERTER VIDEO IN 3 Ss amp S VIDE VIDEO Video yellow Audio L white AudioR red 1 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver VHF UHF jack on your TV Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the Using Audio Video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV 2 For optimum picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Vid
28. ill fail to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in Alternate Warning For the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock Always turn the set off when it is not to be used When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm Lightning may strike while you are holding the cable or cord causing serious injury Turn off your TV and wait for the weather to improve Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the set Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause
29. information on the PIP feature see page 18 VHF UHF N 000 Gt 000 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the VHF UHF jack on your TV 2 Using a coaxial cable not supplied connect the IN jack on your cable box to the TO CONVERTER jack on your TV 3 Using a coaxial cable not supplied connect the OUT jack on your cable box to the AUX jack on your TV 1 Pressing the button on the remote control switches between the cable box and direct cable inputs a Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box see page 37 2 To use the cable box to change your channels set your TV to channel 3 or 4 Setting the Channel Fix feature will assure you don t accidentally switch the channels using your TV see page 27 Operating Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Rear of TV VIDEO IN 3 AUX TO CONVERTER VHF UHF Video yellow Audio L white Audio R red 3 OUT AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO gt IN our A A Te 2999 From cable antenna Optional connection To watch video programs from your VCR tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 as set on the rear of your VCR 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your VCR 2 Using a coaxial cable not supplied connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF UHF jack on the TV
30. mmed to operate most video equipment see page 37 About this Manual This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable cable box VCR DVD satellite receiver stereo system or camcorder Once you are connected follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on screen menus 1 The TV front and rear panels illustrated in this manual are for KV 27FS13 KV 27FS17 KV 32FS13 and KV 32FS17 The rear panel shown on page 13 is tor KV 27FV17 Your front and rear panels may not look exactly like those illustrated Connecting Your TV Read this chapter before setting up your TV for the first time This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna or CATV cable Depending on the cable available in your home choose one of the connections below A VHFonly 75 ohm Rear of TV or coaxial cable VHF UHF VHE UHE gt or Cable B VHFonly 300 ohm twin Rear of TV or lead cable VHF UHF UHF only or VHF UHF C VHF 75 ohm and coaxial cable UHF m I EAC 66 U V mixer e not supplied 300 ohm twin lead cable Rear of TV VHF UHF 1 If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna you may need to adjust the orientation of the antenna for best reception Operating Instructions Cable Box Connections Some cable TV system
31. n perform Auto Program to set up your channels POWER 1 Press to turn on the TV The Initial Setup screen appears Auto Setup Auto Program CH E xit CH First please connect cable antenna 2 Press the TV FUNCTION button CH 3 Press on the remote control or in the TV front panel to perform Auto Program or press X to exit 2 The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program To perform Auto Program again 1 Press OD 2 Press to highlight Channel Setup menu 3 Press Y to highlight Cable Press to select 4 Press 4 or y to select ON or OFF according to how you connected your TV Press 5 Press Y to highlight Auto Program Press amp to search for channels a After performing Auto Program press y to exit 17 Operating Instructions Using Picture in Picture PIP The Picture in Picture PIP feature allows you to view two channels simultaneously one in the full size main picture and one in a small window picture N gt I 20 NS Dual Tuner PIP KV 27FS17 KV 27FV17 KV 32FS17 only These models are equipped with dual tuners This means that PIP is ready to use Press to turn the PIP feature on and off Press repeatedly to change the size of the window picture and to turn off the PIP feature Press repeatedly to cycle through available video inputs on the video equipment you have connected to the TV
32. n you perform Auto Program all Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be cleared 1 Any loss of power will cause Current Time Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings to be cleared 34 Using the Menus Using the Setup Menu Caption Allows you to select from three closed caption modes for Vision programs that are broadcast with closed caption Closed Press 4 or Y to select one of the following options Captioning OFF Turns off Caption Vision CC1 2 3 4 Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a program TXT1 2 3 4 Displays network station information XDS Extended Data Services Displays information about the network and current program if available Video Label Allows you to label the audio video equipment you have Label connected connected to the TV so you can identify them when in the equipment Display mode With the Video Label window open 1 Press 4 or Y to access the input you want to label and press 2 Press 4 or Y to choose a label and press Tilt Correction Press or 4 to correct any tilt of the picture by 5 and 5 Press to activate Language Select to display all menus in your language of choice Use the 4 or v buttons select the desired language and press 16 9 Provides enhanced picture resolution for wide screen sources Enhanced such as DVD only available when the TV is in Video mode Demo Select to perform a demonstration of the on screen menus 35 Operating Instructions Using the Basic aia Menu To di
33. ng on the level of the age based rating For example a program with a TV PG V Violence rating may contain moderate violence while a TV 14 V Violence rating may contain intense violence 28 Using the Menus Movie Ratings U S models only This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable channels Rating Defined as G General audience PG Parental Guidance Movie Ratings G suggested B PG 13 Parents strongly R cautioned x C 17 _ R Restricted P ress CH to block rating NC 17 No one 17 and Move Select under admitted X Adult audience only Unrated U S models only You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not rated Allow Allows all unrated programs Block Blocks all unrated Custom Ratings programming Movie Ratings TV Ratings Unrated Allow Block or allow programs that are unrated Move Select 2 If you choose to block unrated TV programs please be aware that the following programs may be blocked emergency broadcasts political programs sports news public service announcements religious programs and weather 29 Operating Instructions English Ratings Canadian models only These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English Rating Defined as C Children C8 Children 8 years and English Rating older C MB C8 G General G programming a a eN A 18 PG Parental Guidance Press to block rating 14
34. ngs Your TV may be set to Auto SAP page 25 No color I Adjust Color in the Video menu page 23 No signal I Check the Cable setting in the Channel Setup menu page 26 J Check the antenna and or cable connections page 3 _I Make sure the channel selected is currently broadcasting Dotted lines or J Adjust the antenna stripes 4 Move the TV away from other electronic equipment Some electronic equipment can create electrical noise which can interfere with TV reception Double images J Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service or ghosts provider Cannot receive I Make sure Cable is set to OFF in the Channel Setup higher number menu page 26 chan nels UHF 4 Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not when using an presently in the memory page 17 antenna 41 Cable stations don t seem to work Remote control does not operate Cannot change channels with the remote control The TV needs to be cleaned Lost password for Parental Control Cannot access other menus when using the Basic Menu The remote control won t work in PIP mode There is no window picture or it is just static 42 Operating Instructions Make sure Cable is set to ON in the Channel Setup menu page 26 Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in the memory page 17 Batteries could be weak Replace them page 2 Move the TV 3 4 feet away from fluorescent lights
35. nitron Color TV Features 1 Batteries for the Remote Control 2 About this Manual nnnn 2 Connecting Your TV Basic ONMECHONS 156 een 3 Cable Box Connections ooooocccnooooanncnnonnannnnnnononoss 4 Connecting Additional Equipment 6 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control 15 Setting Up the TV Automatically 17 Using Picture in Picture PIP 18 Quick Start to the Menus nnn 20 Using the Menus Using the Video ES Menu en 23 Using the Audio EY Menu ee 24 Using the Channel Setup Menu 26 Parental Contro lee 28 Using the Parental Control 32 Menu 31 Using the Timer Menu eee 34 Using the Setup amp amp menu 35 Using the Basic gig Menu 36 Other Information Programming the Remote Control 37 Troubleshooting sesion 41 ar edite OIG EOOOAO0U 0 7P 44 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony Trinitron Color TV Before you begin using this manual please check the model number located on the rear of your TV or on the front cover of this manual Trinitron Color TV Features Some of the features you will enjoy include JJ FLAT CRT New technologically advanced screen for optimal picture quality 3 Parental Control A tool for parents to help monitor what their children watch on TV by e
36. ntrol to change the channel in the main window TV VIDEO Press the o button to switch to other video inputs for other equipment that is connected to any of the VIDEO IN jacks at the back of your TV You should see a different picture in your PIP window for each connected video equipment component Make sure the connected equipment is turned on and working when you perform this test If the PIP feature does not work properly with the TV or the connected video equipment component refer to the Troubleshooting section on pages 42 43 for possible solutions Any video equipment you have connected to the AUX input cannot be viewed in the PIP window 2 If you re viewing all channels through a cable box the PIP feature will not work The cable box only unscrambles one signal at a time so the window picture will be the same as the main picture However you can watch a cable channel and another video source Make sure your DVD VCR or satellite receiver is connected to the VIDEO IN jacks on the back of the TV not the AUX input 19 Operating Instructions Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on screen menus Menu Allows you to Make adjustments to your picture ag Settings cS Audio al Parent a gt Setup Basic Calls a Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp Cool VM High Move Select Change your audio settings Video Audio EAS Parent
37. ons Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic ar ES FF i Parental Lock OFF Change Password Press to change settings Move Select 1 Move the cursor to Parental Lock and press amp If you are not familiar with the Parental Guidelines rating system use one of the following preselected categories to simplify the rating selections Child Youth or Young Adult 2 Use the 4 or y buttons to select the desired rating and press amp Rating TV will allow a maximum rating of Child TV Y TV G G U S models only G Canadian models only Youth TV PG PG U S models only PG Canadian models only Young Adult TV 14 PG 13 U S models only 14 Canadian models only Custom Select to set more restrictive ratings see next section OFF No rating limit Using the Custom menu Before setting Custom ratings see pages 28 30 Overview of the Ratings for a description of the available rating systems Follow the instructions on the screen to make your custom settings See page 29 for U S models and page 30 for Canadian models for more information 1 Once you have blocked a rating or content all higher ratings or content will be automatically blocked 32 Using the Menus Changing your password 1 Use the 4 or buttons to move the cursor to Change Password and press 2 Follow steps 1 and 2 of Using the Parental Control Menu on page 31 Information for Parents To view a program that ex
38. power outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your dealer L If any liquid or solid object falls into the TV unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further 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 channel 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 results of misuse To reduce the risk of electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an AN extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accor
39. s use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all channels If you subscribe to that kind of cable service use this connection Scrambled signals coming in to the TV through the cable box cannot be viewed in PIP If some of your channels are scrambled consider using the Cable Box and Cable connection see page 5 Cable Box and TV Cable Box 1 gt 0 1N Rear of TV From E OUT cable BEST eer O VHF UHF QO 2 OO 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box 2 Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF UHF jack on your TV 2 If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box you should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channel 3 or 4 see page 27 Connecting Your TV Cable Box and Cable Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles some channels pay channels but not all of them This set up allows you to use the remote control to a change channels through your cable box when you are receiving a scrambled signal and b change channels through your TV This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are viewing unscrambled channels coming directly into your TV from your cable Scrambled signals coming through the cable box cannot be viewed in PIP For more
40. splay To highlight To select Picture Picture contrast Caption Vision Closed Captioning Effect Advanced Menu MENU gt Basic Menu Picture Effect OFF Press to decrease picture contrast Press to increase picture contrast Allows you to select from three closed caption modes for programs that are broadcast with closed caption Press 4 or Y to select one of the following options OFF Caption Vision is not activated CC1 2 3 4 Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a program TXT1 2 3 4 Displays network station information XDS Extended Data Services Displays information about the network and current program if available Press 4 or Y to select one of the following options OFF Normal stereo or mono reception SRS Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo audio signals KV 27FV17 only Simulated Add a surround like effect to mono programs KV 27FV17 only Surround Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs KV 27FS13 KV 27FS17 KV 32FS13 KV 32FS17 only Select to return to the main menus 2 If you use the button to close the Basic menu only the Basic menu appears when you press again To have access to the other menus use Y to select Advanced Menu 36 Other Information Other Information Programming the Remote Control You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non Sony video equipment 1 Press 2 Press
41. stablishing rating limits 4 Favorite Channel Instant access to your favorite channels with the touch of a button 4 Picture in Picture PIP Allows you to view two channels simultaneously KV 27FV17 KV 27FS17 KV 32FS17 only 3 Universal Remote Control Program your remote control to operate your connected cable box VCR digital satellite receiver or DVD player 1 Energy Star A recognized symbol of energy efficiency JJ S VIDEO A video input that offers enhanced picture quality I Direct MTS Allows direct access to changing your Multi Channel TV Sound Stereo Mono or Auto SAP Second Audio Program with the touch of a button 3 Trilingual Menus Choose between English French or Spanish menus 3 Front Panel Controls Allows for access to the on screen menus without the use of a remote control 1 Front A V inputs A quick connection for video games camcorders or stereo mono equipment Operating Instructions Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA R6 batteries supplied into the remote control using the following illustration as a guide 2 Under normal conditions batteries will last up to six months If the remote control does not operate properly the batteries might be worn out 2 If you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage a Your remote control can be progra
42. tint White intensity Neutral Gives the white colors a neutral tint adjustment Warm Gives the white colors a red tint VM Sharpens picture definition to give objects a sharp clean Velocity edge Select from one of the following options High Low Modulation OFF 23 Operating Instructions Using the Audio Y Menu To access the Audio menu refer to the following steps To display To highlight 2 To select Treble Bass Balance Steady Sound Stabilizes volume Ge hb amp Video Audio ETS Parent Timer Setup Basic hor ee Neem Balance Steady Sound ON Effect OFF MTS Stereo Speaker ON Audio Out Variable Move Select Press lt to decrease the higher pitched sound Press gt to increase the higher pitched sound Press lt to decrease the lower pitched sound Press gt to increase the lower pitched sound Press lt to emphasize the left speaker sound Press gt to emphasize the right speaker sound KV 27FV17 only Press 4 or Y to select one of the following options ON Select to stabilize the volume when changing channels OFF Select to turn Steady Sound off 1 Press amp for a direct selection of Steady Sound settings Effect 24 Press 4 or Y to select one of the following options OFF Normal stereo or mono reception SRS Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo audio signals KV 27FV17 only Simulated Add a surround like effect to mono programs
43. ts ENERGY STAR is a registered mark As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product or product models meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency KV 27FV17 only Important Safeguards For your protection please read these instructions completely and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe and comply with all warnings cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual WARNING To guard against injury the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation use and servicing of the set Use Power Sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial model plate If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should st
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