Sony KV-20FS120 User's Manual
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1. Return Select End ES Mode Use the 4 or Y buttons to highlight one of the following options then Customized press 3 to select it picture viewing Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness Standard Select for a standard picture Movie Select for a finely detailed picture Pro Select for natural picture and sharpness f Press on the remote control for direct access to the picture modes Vivid Standard Movie Pro Picture With the Picture Controls menu open press 4 or Y to select one of the Control following option Picture Press to decrease the contrast Press to increase contrast Brightness Press to darken the picture Press to brighten the picture Color Press to decrease color saturation Press to increase color saturation Hue Press to increase the red tones Press to increase the green tones Sharpness Press to soften the picture Press to sharpen the picture Color Temp Use the 4 or Y buttons to select from one of the following options White color tint Cool Gives the white colors a blue tint adjustment Neutral Gives the white colors a neutral tint Warm Gives the white colors a red tint VM Sharpens picture definition to give objects a sharp clean edge available Velocity only for KV 24FS120 Use the 4 or Y buttons to select from one of the Modulation following options Off High Low 20 Using the Audio 232. 1 video 1 audio back 1 YPsPr 1 audio back 1 RF back 1 headphone jack front 10W x2 140 W in use Less than 1 W in standby 631 x 468 x 490 5 mm 2474 x 183 x 191 4 in 25 2 kg 55 lbs 9 oz Visible screen size 24 inches 598 mm measured diagonally Actual screen size 25 inches 635 mm measured diagonally 1 video 1 audio back 1 video 1 audio front 1 YPsPr 1 audio back 1S VIDEO back 1 RF back 1 headphone jack front 10W x2 165 W in use Less than 1 W in standby 718 x 526 5 x 480 mm 281 4 x 203 4 x 187 in 32 8 kg 72 lbs 5 oz Index 16 9 Enhanced 31 Auto Program 15 22 Auto SAP 21 Batteries Installation 2 Brightness 20 Cable 22 Caption Vision 31 Channel Fix 22 Channel Label 23 Channel Setup Menu 22 Channel Skip Add 23 Color 20 Connections Cable and antenna 6 Connecting a Camcorder 13 Connecting a DVD Player 12 Connecting Headphones 13 Connecting Your TV 5 Connecting a TV and Satellite Receiver 10 Connecting a TV and VCR 7 Connecting a TV Satellite Receiver and VCR 11 Connecting a TV VCR and Cable Box 9 Current Time 30 Favorite Channels 22 Front A V Panel see TV Front Panel 2 Hue 20 Language 31 Menus 19 Audio 2 21 Channel Setup amp 22 Parental Control 54 24 Setup Menu 921 Timer 30 Video IM 20 MTS Auto SAP 21 Mono 21 Stereo 21 Parental Control 24 Parental Control Menu 24 Picture 20 Picture Control 20 Pictur
3. CHANNEL suonoouuo2 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 Panel 00 2 O eo oo u vi OR Q O R Audio R red Audio L white Video yellow Optional Connection Qj For better picture quality use S VIDEO on the rear panel instead of the yellow audio video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected f S VIDEO is only for KV 24FS120 model 13 Connecting for Video Tape Editing VCR and Camcorder Camcorder for playback Rear of TV VIDEO IN 3 9 VHF UHF AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO 000 000 900 Connections Video yellow Audio L Tune Audio R red VCR for recording 2 1 For video tape editing connect to the VCR the following sources VCR or Camcorder a Using audio video cables not supplied connect AUDIO VIDEO OUT on your first VCR to AUDIO VIDEO IN on your second VCR b Using audio video cables not supplied connect the AUDIO VIDEO OUT on your Camcorder to the AUDIO VIDEO IN on your second VCR 2 Using audio video cables not supplied connect AUDIO VIDEO OUT
4. at the end of this section General Problem to the factory settings The TV is dirty I lost the parental control password There is a black box on the screen There was a blackout or power outage and now the TV won t turn on and the timer LED is flashing Digital cable box does not work Possible Remedies I want to reset the TV 43 Turn on the TV While holding down the RESET button on the a remote control press POWER button on the TV front panel The TV will turn itself off then back on again Release the RESET button 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 You cannot use the master to unlock currently blocked channels You have selected a text option in the Setup menu page 31 and no text is available To turn off this feature select Off in the Caption Vision option If you were trying to select closed captioning select CC1 4 instead of Text1 4 Press the POWER button on your remote control or on the TV front panel Be sure that you have not connected the digital cable box to the TV s jack This jack is not compatible with digital cable boxes If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter as described in pages 9 you must use a special bi dire
5. 00 O4 enu _ VIDEO 2 INPUT VIDEO L MONO AUDIO R The front panel controls allows you to access the menu without the remote control A Press 5 to display the on screen menu U Usethe and buttons on the front panel instead of the and Y buttons on the remote control Use the button on the front panel instead of the and buttons on the remote control a MENU Press 5 again when the setting or adjustment is complete f The front panel controls also allows you to change the channels adjust the volume and change the video inputs f To navigate the menus with your remote control see Using the Menus on page 19 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Description Button 1 MUTING 2 DISPLAY 3 MTS SAP MUTING DISPLAY POWER 4 JUMP 5 PICTURE MODE VOL volume A gop Y 9 RESET POWER TVNIDEO 0 and ENTER 13 CH channel 14 MENU RM Y194 1 0 SONY d iE X 15 SLEEP 4 If you lose your remote control see page 34 Description Instantly turns off the sound Press again or VOL press y to restore the sound JJ 3 mr ie fe 3 er 2 Press to display the current time if set and channel number Press again to turn DISPLAY off Cycles through the Multi channel TV So
6. 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 A unstable cart stand 0 ni tripod bracket table or i M 4 shelf The set may fall hy causing serious injury to a child or an adult and vt 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 Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the set and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register o
7. 553 Menu To access the Parental Control menu refer to the following steps vet To Display To Highlight To Select TETTE eT MENU Th Password B C P Use 0 9 buttons to enter new password Press Y to highlight an option then press t Move 9 Select End amp 5 In the Parental Control 433 menu you will be asked to set a 4 digit password for any further access into Parental Control 1 Press then use the 9 buttons to enter a 4 digit password Keep this manual in a safe place If you forget your password see page 33 2 Confirm your password by entering it again Once your password is set correctly the next Parental Control menu appears For future access to this menu use your password A password is needed every time you want to access Parental Control menu 24 Parental Control Setting the Rating You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Lock options Ai Parental Control Moe qi Off H Change Password Country U S A Select End 5 1 With Lock highlighted press 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 Young Adult 2 Use the or buttons to select the desired rating then press F 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 You
8. Defined as Custom Rating G General audience TV Rating Unrated Allow PG Parental guidance suggested PG 13 Parents strongly cautioned R Restricted NC 17 No one 17 and under admitted X Adult audience only Movie Rating G PG PG 13 R NC 17 X Press to block rating Retum Select TV Rating The TV rating is divided into two groups age based and content based t Content Age Miss to block Retum Select 27 Age Defined as TV Y All children TV Y7 Directed to older children TV G General audience TV PG Parental guidance suggested TV 14 Parents strongly cautioned TV MA Mature audience only org Content Defined as Fantasy violence Suggestive dialogue Strong language Sexual situations Violence The content ratings will increase depending on the level of the age based rating For example a program with a TV PG V Violence rating may contain moderate violence while a TV 14 V Violence rating may contain intense violence You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not rated Unrated Allow Allows all unrated programs Block Blocks all unrated programs Custom Rating Movie Rating TV Rating Unrated AIT Allow unrated programs Retum Select f you choose to block unrated TV programs please be aware that the following programs may be blocked emergency broadcasts political programs pro news public service announceme
9. Press SSA to directly select MTS settings Stereo Auto SAP Mono f your TV is set to Auto SAP some programs may be muted or distorted If your TV does not output sound change your Audio MTS setting to Stereo or Mono 21 Using the Channel Setup 51 Menu To access the Channel Setup menu refer to the following steps To Display To Highlight El To Select Channel Setup Favorite Channels T Cable On Channel Fix Off Auto Program Channel Skip Add Channel Label Press Y to highlight an option then Move Select End C5 Favorite Press to open the Favorite Channels menu Channels 1 Use the or buttons to select the position 1 5 where you want to set Quick access a favorite channel then press to favorite 2 Using the 4 or Y button select the desired channel channels 3 Press to change to the channel selected MENU 4 Press to return to the Channel Setup menu or press 75 to exit A To use Favorite Channels Exit all menus and press F Press 4 or to move the cursor to the desired channel number and press Cable On Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable Off Select if you are using a TV antenna f After changing your cable settings you will need to perform Auto Program When Channel Fix is set you will not be able to use your Cable settings Channel Fix 2 6 Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box or VCR Select the
10. Timer 1 and Timer 2 Timer 1 and Use your timers settings to program your TV by day time duration and Timer 2 channel The timer s duration is maximum of 6 hours When the channel Scheduled is fixed it is not necessary to set the channel viewing With the menu open set cursor on Timer 1 or Timer 2 1 Press or to select Timer 1 or Timer 2 then press 2 Press 4 or Y to enter the desired day time duration and channel then press The Timer status should be On when the Timer has been set 3 Press E to exit the menu 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 When you set Timer 1 or Timer 2 a red light on the front panel of your TV will turn on 0 When you perform Auto Program Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be cleared Also in the event of any loss of power Current Time and Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be cleared 30 Using the Setup Menu To access the Setup menu refer to the following steps To Display Caption Vision Closed Captioning Info Banner Video Label Label connected equipment Tilt Correction Language 16 9 Enhanced To Highlight day EE Press Y to highlight an option then press t ESOS Caption Vision Off Info Banner Off To Select Alo Jo rz loi Tilt Correction Language English 16 9 Enhanced No Move Select CH End 5 Allows you to
11. VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected f S VIDEO is only for KV 24FS120 model f You can use the C3 button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs Connecting a TV and Satellite Receiver From cable Rear of TV antenna VIDEO IN N 2 1 3 ES Satellite Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN UHBURE VHF UHF QA T C O AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO IN unie G I C Satellite our T m LINE OUT antenna cable Video yellow E Audio L white Audio R red o c o 5 O o c le oO 1 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the VHF UHF jack on your TV 3 Using audio video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV f To watch video programs from your Satellite receiver tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 Optional Connection Q For better 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 f S VIDEO is only for KV 24FS120 model f You can use the TD button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs 10 Connecting a TV Satellite Receiver and VCR Satellite antenna 4 From Rear of TV cable
12. 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 L Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 1 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Protecting the TV M To prevent internal heat build up do not block the ventilation openings I Donotinstall 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 8 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 at the rear of your TV Trademarks and Copyrights As an
13. to an indoor or outdoor antenna you may need to adjust the orientation of the antenna for best reception Connecting Additional Equipment Connecting a TV and VCR Rear of TV VIDEO IN 3 7 SVIDEO B E VC R VHF UHF suonoouuo2 cable antenna Optional connection 4 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 Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF UHF jack on the TV Optional connection Q 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 Qj For better 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 f S VIDEO is only for KV 24FS120 model f You can use the C3 button to switch between the VHF UHF and VIDEO inputs o c o O o c le oO Connecting a TV and Cable Box 1 2 Cable Box Coaxial Cable Rear of TV VIDEO IN N Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box Connect a coaxial cable not supplied f
14. 22 seem to work 4 Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in the memory page 15 Contacting Sony Before calling our Customer Information Services Center reset the TV to factory settings see page 15 Please have your TV serial number ready The number is located on the rear of your TV and on the front cover of this manual Our Customer Information Services Center phone number is 1 800 222 SONY 7669 US residents only or 1 877 899 SONY 7669 Canadian residents only jo 3 k e E 5 gt e El 35 a e E as o E as o o Specifications For all models except as noted Television system Channel coverage Antenna Picture tube Power requirements Supplied Accessories Optional Accessories KV 20FS120 Screen size Inputs Outputs Speaker output Power Consumption Dimensions W H D Mass KV 24FS120 Screen size Inputs Outputs Speaker output Power Consumption Dimensions W H D Mass 36 American TV standard NTSC VHF 2 13 UHF 14 69 CATV 1 125 75 ohm external antenna terminal for VHF UHF FD Trinitron tube 120V 60 Hz Size AA R6 batteries 2 Remote Control RM Y194 1 Connecting cables VMC 8105 820S VMC 720M YC YC 15V 30V RK74A EAC 66 U V mixer Visible screen size 20 inches 507 mm measured diagonally Actual screen size 21 inches 533 4 mm measured diagonally 1 video 1 audio front
15. ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark E ENERGY STAR WEGA FD Trinitron and Steady Sound are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation 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 piate 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 may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than other This lug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety eature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpos
16. GROUND CLAMPS La POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ARTICLE 250 PART H EQUIPMENT NEC NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE Lightning For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power line surges Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug j is damaged or frayed E FRAYED OR TAUT AC LINE CRACKED PLUG e Tf liquid has been spilled into the set or objects have fallen into the product If the set has been exposed to rain or water If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged 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 vo
17. Menu To access the Audio menu refer to the following steps To Display MENU m Treble Bass Balance Steady Sound Effect f Press 2 to MTS Multi Channel TV Sound To Highlight zy To Select dor Effect Off MTS Stereo Press Y to highlight an option then Move Web Select End Es Press to decrease the higher pitched sounds Press to increase the higher pitched sounds Press to decrease the lower pitched sounds Press to increase the lower pitched sounds Press to emphasize the left speaker Press to emphasize the right speaker Use the 4 or Y buttons to highlight one of the following options then press 4 to select it On Select to stabilize the volume when changing the channels Off Select to turn Steady Sound Off Use the 4 or Y buttons to highlight one of the following options then press to select it Simulated Simulates theater quality sound for mono programs Surround Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs Off Provides normal stereo or mono reception directly select Effect settings Simulated Surround Off Use the or buttons to highlight one of the following options then press to select it Stereo Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo Auto SAP Select to have the TV automatically switch to a Second Audio Program SAP when a signal is received Mono Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception
18. Release C5 15 Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on screen menus f The menus illustrated in this manual are for the model KV 24FS120 and your on screen menus may look different Menu Allows you to Video Vivid TIE Picture ADORA TTD Mode Vivid EHE LITT Picture Controls MON Color Temp Cool Hue VM High Sharpness Move Select amp End c5 Select CH Ende Make adjustments to your picture settings Audio Treble Bass Balance Steady Sound Off Effect Off MTS Stereo Move Select C End c 5 Basic Functions Change your audio settings Channel Setup Favorite Channels 7 1e uX s Channel Fix Off Auto Program Channel Skip Add Channel Label Move Select CH End sS Customize your channel settings 16 Parental Control Password Select Ende Timer Current Time Move WE Select Ende Language English Move Select CD End c5 Allows you to Set rating limits on your TV based on a program s rating or content Set the clock on your TV and program scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and Timer 2 Select closed captioning options display the name of the currect program and its remaining time label video inputs adjust tilt correction available only for KV 24FS120 select menu languages or run a demo of the menus Ww D ps o T 3 5 0 17 Using the Menus This se
19. SONY 4 101 452 22 1 E Operating Instructions KV 20F5120 KV 24F5120 2005 by Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the TV to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN e 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 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 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 I 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 power outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your d
20. VIDEO yd 11 9 4 2 VHF UHF Mono O AUDIO PO Jack Description 1 S VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the VHF UHF jacks or the video input jack 5 VIDEO does not provide sound the audio cables must still be connected S VIDEO is only for KV 24FS120 2 VHF UHF Connects to your VHF UHF antenna or cable 3 Video Audio Connects to the AUDIO and VIDEO output jacks on your VCR or L Mono R other video equipment A second video input jack VIDEO 2 is located on the front panel of the TV These AUDIO VIDEO input jacks provide better picture quality than the VHF UHF jack 4 YPsPr L R Connects to the component video YPsPr to AUDIO L and R output jacks on your DVD player or Digital Set top box A 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 VHF UHF Qrp or Cable S 5 Use this to connect the TV to a cable system or an antenna with a 75 ohms cable o B VHFonly 300 ohm twin Rear of TV 3 or lead cable VHF UHF UHF only TE Z 6 VHF UHF Antenna connector 300 ohm to 75 ohm converter not supplied Use this to connect the TV to a dipole antenna also known as rabbit ears antenna f you are connecting
21. 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 Off Channel Fix is not set You cannot use Favorite Channels Channels Skip Add or Channel Cable with Channel Fix is set Auto Program Press to perform Auto Program The TV will scan through all available channels and program receivable channels 22 Channel Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip unwanted channels Skip Add or add new ones Press to open the Channel Skip Add menu 1 Use the or buttons to select the position of the desired channel then press 2 Use the or Y buttons to select Skip or Add then press E MENU 3 Press to return to the Channel Setup menu or press 5 to exit f Pressing CH or CH will skip over channels that have been skipped You can still use the buttons to directly tune to skipped channels Channel Press to open the Channel Label menu Label 1 Press then press 4 or Y until you reach the desired channel Label up to 40 number Press to activate the channel channels with 2 Press then use the 4 or Y button to display the first call letter or their call letters number of the caption then press 4 to select it When finished press to activate 23 Using the Parental Control
22. cable antenna VIDEO IN 1 VHF UHF AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO IN AUDIO R_AUDIO L VIDEO LINE OUT Our In NO Satellite Receiver HE our O Video yellow i 3 j Audio L white Audio R red suonoouuo 1 Connectthe cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on the satellite receiver Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service 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 8 PP J y 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 5 Using audio video cables not supplied connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV Optional Connection Q To view from the satellite receiver or VCR select the video input to which your satellite receiver or VCR is connected by pressing T on the remote control 11 o c o O o c le oO Connecting a DVD Player using Composite Video Video Audio L Mono R Using audio video cables not supplied connect AUDIO VIDEO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO VIDEO IN on your TV Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 Rear of DVD Player LINE OUT S VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S LINK DIGITAL OUT RZAUDIO1 L VIDEO c
23. corrosion and internal damage and result in deterioration of the TV s performance If the set will be subjected to these conditions steps should be taken to reduce the humidity and temperature of the area where the TV is located 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 clot lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set If a snapping or popping sound froma 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 Awaye 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
24. ction shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV Using the Remote Control to Navigate on the On Screen Menus PICTURE VOL CH Ae or o IQ w MENU O fy O AN RM Y194 Select To navigate on the on screen menus use the arrow buttons f amp to move the cursor Pressing these arrows will cause the cursor to move in the corresponding direction Pressing center button amp will allow you to select an option How to Access Menus To Access a Menu vl amp WN 6 Press C5 to display the on screen menu Use the or buttons to highlight the desired menu icon Press to select it Use the or buttons to scroll up and down through the features Follow the instructions on the screen For instructions on using a specific menu see the page in this section that talks about that menu MENU Press C to exit the menu f Press 23 once to display the on screen menu and press again to return to normal viewing If no buttons are pressed the menu closes automatically after about 90 seconds 19 Using the Video M Menu To access the Video menu refer to the following steps Picture Controle Mend Video Vivid AUNMALLRAALLU LLLA Brightness o Color Hue TU TILL To Display To Select Mode Vivid Picture Controls Sharpness O O MENU En Color Temp Cool gt l VM High Select EndES Press Y to highlight an option then
25. ctional splitter that is designed to work with your digital cable box 33 o e 1 El k o 4 3 5 e o gt c e E O A pa o c Ed o Remote Control Problem I cannot operate the remote control I cannot change channels with the remote control lost the remote control Video Possible Remedies 4 d 4 a Check the orientation of the batteries Batteries could be weak Replace them page 2 Move the TV three to four feet away from fluorescent lights 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 You can use the front panel controls to access your menus change channels adjust the volume or change video inputs page 2 Contact your nearest Sony Dealer to order a replacement please call our Sony Direct Accessory and Part Center at 1 800 488 7669 U S residents only Problem Possible Remedies No picture no sound Poor or no picture good sound No color Only snow appears on the screen Dotted lines or stripes Double images or ghosts d a DO COCO OO O O O Make sure the power cord is plugged in If a red light is flashing on the front of your TV for more than a few minutes disconnect and reconnect the power cord If the problem continues call your local service center Check the TV VIDEO setting when watching TV set it to TV when watchi
26. e Controls Brightness 20 Color 20 Hue 20 Picture 20 Sharpness 20 Ratings English Rating 29 French Rating 29 Movie Rating 27 TV Rating 27 U S A Rating 29 Unrated 28 Remote Control 3 Setup Menu 31 Specifications 36 Stereo 21 Tilt Correction 31 Timer 1 and Timer 2 30 Timer Menu 30 Troubleshooting 33 TV Features 1 TV Front Panel 2 TV Rating 27 TV Rear Panel 5 Video Label 31 Video MI Menu 20 VM 20 37 Sony Corporation http www sony net Printed in U S A
27. e of the polarized plug For the set with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in Alternate Warning For the set with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is E a safety feature If you are unable to s insert the plug into the outlet contact Ee Mi D 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 azard Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm Lightning may strike while you are holdin the cable or cord causing serious injury Turn off your T and wait for the weather to improve Corrosion Use of this TV near the seashore may subject the set to excessive salt
28. ealer 1 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 This symbol is intended to alert the user to the To reduce the risk of electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure f Pursuant to FCC regulations 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 accordance with the
29. ess Men s C Pret conet cnn ei e an eee eive nee ie oe a e a de ee rae ea 19 Using the Video Menu mm mm 20 Using the Audio Menu anat eens 21 Using the Channel Setup Menu gl NETT ondaa 22 Using the Parental Control Menu Velo sseeeseeee ee eee eee nnn nnne nennen 24 Parental Control eU enu 25 United States Selecting Custom Rating Options sess 27 Canada Selecting Custom Rating Options nennen 29 Using the Timer Menu 5 Weser iuto ee Mate us e eR Ue e a euet ie uet Une tie NR 30 Using the Setup Menu ieh a teens ae 31 Other Information Tro blesh6oting aiii eh eee d ntn ec ER hee ed Ete aa 33 Specifications e P 36 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony FD Trinitron WEGA 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 Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features Some of the features you will enjoy include a FD Trinitron FLAT CRT Technologically advanced tube delivers a picture with uncompromising accuracy and outstanding image detail Surround Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs 16 9 Enhanced Provides enhanced picture resolution for widescreen sources such as DVD YPsPr Inputs A component video input connection for a superior picture quality Parental Control V Chip A tool to help parents monitor what their children watch on TV by establishing rat
30. ing limits Favorite Channels Instant access to your favorite channels with the touch of a button ENERGY STAR A recognized symbol of energy efficiency Direct MTS Allows direct access for changing your Multi Channel TV Sound Stereo Mono or Auto SAP Second Audio Program with the touch of a button Front Panel Controls Allows access to the on screen menus without the use of a remote control Front A V Inputs A quick connection for video games camcorders stereo mono equipment or headphones Auto Mute A friendly feature designed to automatically mute your TV when no signal is received 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 re connected follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on screen menus Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA R6 batteries supplied into the remote control using the following illustration as a guide f Under normal conditions batteries will last up to six months If the remote control does not operate properly the batteries might be worn out f f you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage Front Panel Menu Controls TV VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL Q 0 Om 0000
31. ltage 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 p specified by the manufacturer that ave the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by the manufacturer to determine that the set is in safe operating condition and to so certify When the set reaches the end of its useful life improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the set ALU SETS RECEWE OUR OK SAFETY CHECK Contents Introduction Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features ssseeseeeeee eene eene 1 About this Maniral 5 uere t ree ee eee rece e i e Re eee 2 Batteries for the Remote Control eese eene tenente ener erret nnne 2 Front Panel Menti Controls is 2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Descrip dia 3 Connecting Your TV TR A 5 Basic Connections noe ia ati PE erbe ede duet Lap cena Ee Fea dpi 6 Connecting Additional Equipment eerie eee endete erected 7 Using Basic Functions Quick Start tothe Menus suisse eee ee e a e Eee He Ee teen 16 Using the Menus Howto Acc
32. ng 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 Changing your Password 1 Use the 4 or Y button to move the cursor to Change Password and press 4 2 Follow steps 1 and 2 for Using the Parental Control Menu on page 24 Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating Q Press then use the buttons to enter your password Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn Lock to Off To reactivate your Lock settings turn the TV off When you turn the TV on your Lock settings are restored 25 Using the Custom Menu Before setting Custom ratings see pages 24 25 Overview of the Ratings for a description of the available rating systems Follow the instructions on the screen to make your custom settings Select the country desired for your TV s rating limit See page 27 for U S models and page 29 for Canadian models for more information 0 Once you have blocked a rating or content all higher ratings or content will be automatically blocked 26 United States Selecting Custom Rating Options For the United States the Custom Rating menu includes the following options Movie Rating TV Rating and Unrated For Canada see page 29 Movie Rating This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable channels Rating
33. ng video equipment set itto VIDEO 1 2 or 3 page 3 Try another channel to rule out station trouble Adjust the Picture setting in the Video menu page 20 Adjust the Brightness setting in the Video menu page 20 Check the antenna and or cable connections page 6 Adjust the Color setting in the Video menu page 20 Check the Cable setting in the Channel menu page 22 Check the antenna and or cable connections page 6 Make sure the channel selected is currently broadcasting Adjust the antenna Move the TV away from other electronic equipment Some electronic equipment creates electrical noise which can interfere with TV reception Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service Audio Problem Possible Remedies MUTING Good picture no Q Press 5 so that Muting disappears from the screen page 3 sound Q Check your Audio settings Your TV may be set to Auto SAP in the MTS feature page 21 m Adjust your TV s volume Low or no audio U Some cables boxes have volume level controls Check and see if TV and Cable box your cable box or cable box remote has a volume control Channels Problem Possible Remedies cannot receive Q Make sure Cable is set to Off in the Channel menu page 22 higher number Q Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in channels UHF when the memory page 15 using an antenna Cable stations don t Make sure Cable is set to On in the Channel menu page
34. nts religious programs and weather 28 Canada Selecting Custom Rating Options For Canada the Custom Rating menu includes the following options English Rating French Rating and U S A Rating English Rating These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English Rating Defined as SEDES C Children Cor C8 Children 8 years and older PG 144 G General programming 18 PG Parental guidance Press to set English 14 Viewers 14 and older 18 Adult programming French Rating These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French Rating Defined as French Rating G G General 8 an 13 an 8 ans Not recommended for 16 an younger children eig 13 ans Not recommended for children under age 13 Gress G ytoiset English 16 ans Not recommended for ages Retum Select under 16 18 ans This program is restricted to adults U S A Rating For programs from the United States see TV Rating on page 27 29 Using the Timer Menu To access the Timer menu refer to the following steps To Display To Highlight To Select T gt Current Time Press Y to highlight an option then press t Move Select E Ends Current Time Set your TV to the current day and time Press to open Current Time menu 1 Use the 4 or button to enter the day and time then press MENU 2 Press C5 to exit the menu You must set the Current Time before you can use
35. o my IEA D voeo VHF UHF Optional connection Video yellow Audio L ane Audio R red Optional connection Q For better picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow audio video cable S VIDEO does not provide sound so you still must connect the audio cables Connecting a DVD Player using Component Video YPsPr Q If your DVD player is equipped with component video outputs YPsPr L R you can improve the picture quality by using component video cables 480i only Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 SVIDEO Rear of DVD Player VIDED OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S LINK DIGITAL OUT COT LINE OUT IO Audio L white Audio R red 1 Using component video cables not supplied connect the YPsPr OUT on your DVD player to YPsPr IN on your TV 2 Connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV f The YPsPr outputs on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y Cs and Cr or Y B Y and R Y If so connect the cables to like colors 12 Connecting Headphones Connect the headphones to the Q jack on the front of your TV Headphone jack is STEREO Front A V Panel 0 0 eu menu _ VIDEO 2 INPUT TV VIDEO VOLUME
36. on the second VCR to the AUDIO VIDEO IN on your TV 14 Using Basic Functions Setting Up the TV After you have finished connecting your TV you can use Auto Program to set up your channels During Auto Program the TV will automatically search for available channels and program receivable channels f When you start Auto Program wait until it is finished otherwise it will skip over channels that are available Perform Auto Program again to program receivable channels 1 Press O to turn on the TV The Initial Setup screen appears SONY Initial Setup First please connect cable antenna Auto Program CH Exit CH CH 2 Press on the remote control or on the TV front panel to start Auto Program or press to exit Ww D o T E o O f The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program To perform Auto Program again 1 Press 25 2 Press to highlight Channel Menu 3 Press to highlight Cable Press to select 4 Press 4 or Y to highlight On or Off according to how you connected your TV Press 3 to select 5 Press Y to highlight Auto Program Press E to search for channels 6 After Auto Program finishes press to exit To reset the TV to factory settings 1 Turn the TV on 2 Hold down on the remote control 3 Press and release the POWER button on the TV front panel The TV will turn itself off then back on RESET 4
37. r 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 rotection against voltage surges and built up static charges B ctn 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 Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21
38. rom the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF UHF jack on the TV Optional Connection a a To view channels from your cable box tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 as set on the rear panel of your cable box and use the cable box s remote control to change channels 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 chanmnel 3 or 4 see page 22 Connecting a TV VCR and Cable Box Rear of TV VIDEO IN O 9 3 Video yellow 2 Audio L white O Audio R red e Cable Box 5 e 1 Optional connection From cable 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 IN jack on your VCR 3 Connect a coaxial cable not supplied from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF UHF jack on the TV 4 f 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 22 Optional connection Q Ifyour 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 Qj For better picture quality use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio Video cable S
39. 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 CC1 2 3 4 Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a program Text1 2 3 4 Displays network station information Off Caption Vision is not activated Displays the name of the current program and its remaining time if available when you change the channel or press the DISPLAY button Use the 4 or Y buttons to highlight one of the following options On Off Then press Allows you to label the audio video components you connected to the TV VHS DVD etc When you press TV VIDEO to switch inputs the Video Label will display on screen Press to open the Video Label menu 1 Press or to access the input you want to label and press t 2 Press or Y to choose a label and press amp Press to open Tilt Correction Press 4 or to correct any tilt of the picture from 5 to 5 then press amp to activate and return to the Setup menu Available only for KV 24FS120 Display all menus in the language of your choice Use the 4 or Y buttons to select desired language and press Provides enhanced picture resolution for wide screen sources such as DVD This is only available when the TV is in Video mode 31 Other Information Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your TV try the suggestions below If the problem persists see Contacting Sony
40. und MTS options Stereo Mono and Auto SAP Second Audio Program Press to jump back and forth between two channels The TV alternates between current channel and the last channel that was selected Cycles through the available Video Mode settings Press when you want to adjust the volume Press for a direct selection of Effect settings Simulated Surround Off Moves the cursor in the on screen menus Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor then press the center button to select or access an option Press to return to factory settings while in an on screen menu Press when you want to turn the TV on or off Cycles through available video inputs Change the channels directly Press 0 9 buttons to select a channel then press ENTER Press when you want to change channels Displays the on screen menu Press again to exit the menu at any time Turns the TV off automatically in approximately 15 30 45 60 or 90 minutes Cancel by pressing until Sleep off appears Connecting Your TV Read this section before setting up your TV for the first time This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting TV Rear Panel f The rear panel illustrated in this manual is for KV 24FS120 The rear panel on your TV may not look exactly like those illustrated VIDEO IN 1 3 suonoouuo2 S
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