Operating Instructions
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... prevent blade exposure. This equipment generates, uses and can be blurred or show poor color due to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a particular installation. s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. s The plug is required for safety purposes, to operate this equipment. KDF-42E2000 KDF-46E2000 KDF-50E2000 KDF-55E2000 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO. Persuant to provide reasonable protection against...
... prevent blade exposure. This equipment generates, uses and can be blurred or show poor color due to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a particular installation. s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. s The plug is required for safety purposes, to operate this equipment. KDF-42E2000 KDF-46E2000 KDF-50E2000 KDF-55E2000 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO. Persuant to provide reasonable protection against...
Operating Instructions
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... than the specified manner and without the specified number of persons, it may drop and a serious injury may cause a problem with a new one (not supplied) when: • the message, "Projection lamp is time to replace the lamp with the cooling system of the TV set. For the best picture quality, install your TV according to follow the instructions mentioned below. It is nearing end of life...
... than the specified manner and without the specified number of persons, it may drop and a serious injury may cause a problem with a new one (not supplied) when: • the message, "Projection lamp is time to replace the lamp with the cooling system of the TV set. For the best picture quality, install your TV according to follow the instructions mentioned below. It is nearing end of life...
Operating Instructions
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... DVI Connection 25 Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna ...........26 Equipment with Digital Audio (Optical)...........27 Setting Up the Channel List 28 Using Initial Setup 28 Connecting Optional Equipment 29 VCR and Cable 30 VCR and Cable Box 31 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 33 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 34 Personal Computer 35 Camcorder or Video Game Equipment ......... 36 Audio Receiver 37 Watching the TV Overview 38 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ... 38 Button Descriptions 39 Programming the Remote Control...
... DVI Connection 25 Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna ...........26 Equipment with Digital Audio (Optical)...........27 Setting Up the Channel List 28 Using Initial Setup 28 Connecting Optional Equipment 29 VCR and Cable 30 VCR and Cable Box 31 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 33 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 34 Personal Computer 35 Camcorder or Video Game Equipment ......... 36 Audio Receiver 37 Watching the TV Overview 38 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ... 38 Button Descriptions 39 Programming the Remote Control...
Operating Instructions
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... Screen Mode: Allows you will enjoy with your new TV, the packing box contains a remote control and two AA (R6) batteries. Along with the near-HD equivalent by these programs. ❑ Advanced Iris: Automatically detects the brightness of your favorite channels), cable channels (view cable channels), antenna channels (view antenna channels) or to watch digital televised programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by digital mapping processing. By adjusting the iris shutter, this Sony's HD LCD projection TV...
... Screen Mode: Allows you will enjoy with your new TV, the packing box contains a remote control and two AA (R6) batteries. Along with the near-HD equivalent by these programs. ❑ Advanced Iris: Automatically detects the brightness of your favorite channels), cable channels (view cable channels), antenna channels (view antenna channels) or to watch digital televised programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by digital mapping processing. By adjusting the iris shutter, this Sony's HD LCD projection TV...
Operating Instructions
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... three blinks at a time until the lamp door or the lamp is in the Setup Settings (see page 76 and 73). ✍ The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your attention. Please replace the lamp." Replace the lamp with any lamp, it may take a while (1 minute or less) before the picture appears. ❑ When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. The red indicator will turn on. TIMER...
... three blinks at a time until the lamp door or the lamp is in the Setup Settings (see page 76 and 73). ✍ The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your attention. Please replace the lamp." Replace the lamp with any lamp, it may take a while (1 minute or less) before the picture appears. ❑ When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. The red indicator will turn on. TIMER...
Operating Instructions
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... in red when the lamp for the light source has burned out. For details, see page 72. CHANNEL + 5 TIMER LED 6 LAMP LED 7 POWER 8 Infrared Receiver 9 POWER q; To scan quickly through channels. When it is set . Use the tactile dot as its function may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see page 78). VOLUME + 4 - VOLUME + and - Do not put anything near the sensor, as a reference when operating the TV. 17 Outputs the audio signal. ✍ The CHANNEL + button...
... in red when the lamp for the light source has burned out. For details, see page 72. CHANNEL + 5 TIMER LED 6 LAMP LED 7 POWER 8 Infrared Receiver 9 POWER q; To scan quickly through channels. When it is set . Use the tactile dot as its function may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see page 78). VOLUME + 4 - VOLUME + and - Do not put anything near the sensor, as a reference when operating the TV. 17 Outputs the audio signal. ✍ The CHANNEL + button...
Operating Instructions
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... your TV. See "Changing the Wide Screen Mode" on your devices that you connect the antenna/cable input using the 75-ohm coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality. Making Video and Audio Connections Best Video Performance Below are provided in the separate Quick Setup Guide accompanied with the exception of receiving high definition programming through its integrated tuner. Connector type Separate audio connection required HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) No Y PB PR * DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Component video (480i...
... your TV. See "Changing the Wide Screen Mode" on your devices that you connect the antenna/cable input using the 75-ohm coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality. Making Video and Audio Connections Best Video Performance Below are provided in the separate Quick Setup Guide accompanied with the exception of receiving high definition programming through its integrated tuner. Connector type Separate audio connection required HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) No Y PB PR * DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Component video (480i...
Operating Instructions
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.../FIX) L (MONO) L AUDIO R R VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RL AUDIO 6 7 DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL SERVICE ONLY HDMI cable AUDIO-L AUDIO-R Or connection with audio) input on the back of 1,280 × 720. 24 HD Cable Box/ HD Satellite Box z The HDMI jack provides both video and audio signals, so it is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p and 1080i formats. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in TV's panel resolution...
.../FIX) L (MONO) L AUDIO R R VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) RL AUDIO 6 7 DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL SERVICE ONLY HDMI cable AUDIO-L AUDIO-R Or connection with audio) input on the back of 1,280 × 720. 24 HD Cable Box/ HD Satellite Box z The HDMI jack provides both video and audio signals, so it is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p and 1080i formats. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in TV's panel resolution...
Operating Instructions
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... to the currently active TV mode (external input, cable TV or antenna TV). 53 The Antenna feature displays the most recently viewed channel on the antenna input. Antenna Settings The Settings feature lets you adjust the Picture, Sound, Screen, Channel, Parental Lock or Setup settings. You can assign a label to your TV, such as a DVD player. For details, see page 54. External Inputs The Favorites feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that is connected to your equipment...
... to the currently active TV mode (external input, cable TV or antenna TV). 53 The Antenna feature displays the most recently viewed channel on the antenna input. Antenna Settings The Settings feature lets you adjust the Picture, Sound, Screen, Channel, Parental Lock or Setup settings. You can assign a label to your TV, such as a DVD player. For details, see page 54. External Inputs The Favorites feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that is connected to your equipment...
Operating Instructions
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... on the main unit. Consult your Television. How to Replace the Lamp WARNING Electric appliances can damage the lamp or shorten its brightness will continue to follow the instructions below. ❑ Use a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied) for about two minutes after turning the power off the power on the front of the box. Be sure to operate for replacement. Doing so may cause fire...
... on the main unit. Consult your Television. How to Replace the Lamp WARNING Electric appliances can damage the lamp or shorten its brightness will continue to follow the instructions below. ❑ Use a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied) for about two minutes after turning the power off the power on the front of the box. Be sure to operate for replacement. Doing so may cause fire...
Operating Instructions
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... cause the TV to CLOSE and secure the cover. 9 Put the outside lamp cover back in its place. Mount the new lamp securely. 7 Put the new lamp into its place. 10 Select the Lamp Replacement option (MENU > Settings > Setup menu) and follow the on-screen procedure. ✍ Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp. ✍ Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in/unplugging the connecting cords.
... cause the TV to CLOSE and secure the cover. 9 Put the outside lamp cover back in its place. Mount the new lamp securely. 7 Put the new lamp into its place. 10 Select the Lamp Replacement option (MENU > Settings > Setup menu) and follow the on-screen procedure. ✍ Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp. ✍ Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in/unplugging the connecting cords.
Operating Instructions
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... images ❏ Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may cause your program provider). the screen ❏ Try another channel; If you were trying to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of the TV. ❏ Press TV/VIDEO to appear on your TV may need sound service. Other Information (Continued) 81 "Black box" on screen ❏ You have selected a text option in the Setup setting and no picture ❏ Adjust the Picture Mode option in the Picture setting...
... images ❏ Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may cause your program provider). the screen ❏ Try another channel; If you were trying to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of the TV. ❏ Press TV/VIDEO to appear on your TV may need sound service. Other Information (Continued) 81 "Black box" on screen ❏ You have selected a text option in the Setup setting and no picture ❏ Adjust the Picture Mode option in the Picture setting...
Operating Instructions
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... receivable channels that are not when using cable TV presently in the TV's memory (see page 66). Sound Problem Good picture, no sound Audio noise Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound seems weak or insufficient Cannot raise the volume on external speakers No audio for HDMI Possible Remedies ❏ Press MUTING so that Muting disappears from other connecting cords. ❏ To avoid TV interference, make sure to adjust the sound (see page 63). Change the sound setting...
... receivable channels that are not when using cable TV presently in the TV's memory (see page 66). Sound Problem Good picture, no sound Audio noise Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound seems weak or insufficient Cannot raise the volume on external speakers No audio for HDMI Possible Remedies ❏ Press MUTING so that Muting disappears from other connecting cords. ❏ To avoid TV interference, make sure to adjust the sound (see page 63). Change the sound setting...
Operating Instructions
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... TV. WARNING: This operation will turn on ❏ The TV cools down the M button on the remote control, press the POWER button on again with your digital cable box. it cannot be recorded to Normal (see page 72). This is not a defect. Lost password ❏ On the password screen (see page 62). While holding down its sound becomes louder. The master password clears your local Sony Service Center. LAMP LED blinks in red ❏ Replace...
... TV. WARNING: This operation will turn on ❏ The TV cools down the M button on the remote control, press the POWER button on again with your digital cable box. it cannot be recorded to Normal (see page 72). This is not a defect. Lost password ❏ On the password screen (see page 62). While holding down its sound becomes louder. The master password clears your local Sony Service Center. LAMP LED blinks in red ❏ Replace...
Operating Instructions
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... is due to replace the projection lamp used in the Setup menu. Repeat the steps on page light up 76 to Replace the Lamp" and follow the direction on replacing the lamp. ❏ Use only the lamp designated for a while or let the TV run on another channel. Problem Possible Remedies Image left on the screen ❏ Turn off the TV screen and reflections coming behind the screen. appears. ❏ Turn to page 76...
... is due to replace the projection lamp used in the Setup menu. Repeat the steps on page light up 76 to Replace the Lamp" and follow the direction on replacing the lamp. ❏ Use only the lamp designated for a while or let the TV run on another channel. Problem Possible Remedies Image left on the screen ❏ Turn off the TV screen and reflections coming behind the screen. appears. ❏ Turn to page 76...
Operating Instructions
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.../Timers 72 Closed caption modes 71 Color Temp., adjusting 60 Color, adjusting 60 Connecting Audio receiver 37 Camcorder 36 DVD player 33-34 Personal Computer 35 VCR 30-32 Cooling Mode 73 D Diagnostics 67 Digital Channels 66 Digital Rating 68 Digital subchannels 48 Display Area 65 DISPLAY button 40 Display, turning off 40 DRC Mode 60 DRC Palette 61 DVD player using with remote control 43 Cable Box connecting with component video connectors, connecting 33 E English Rating 70 ENT button 39 External Inputs, MENU 53, 54 F Favorite Channels setting up 66 Favorites, MENU...
.../Timers 72 Closed caption modes 71 Color Temp., adjusting 60 Color, adjusting 60 Connecting Audio receiver 37 Camcorder 36 DVD player 33-34 Personal Computer 35 VCR 30-32 Cooling Mode 73 D Diagnostics 67 Digital Channels 66 Digital Rating 68 Digital subchannels 48 Display Area 65 DISPLAY button 40 Display, turning off 40 DRC Mode 60 DRC Palette 61 DVD player using with remote control 43 Cable Box connecting with component video connectors, connecting 33 E English Rating 70 ENT button 39 External Inputs, MENU 53, 54 F Favorite Channels setting up 66 Favorites, MENU...
Operating Instructions
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... 38 programming 41-42 Removing channels from the channel list 66 Reset 59, 62 S S VIDEO jack, described 19 Satellite receiver, using with remote control 43 with cable box, connecting 31 with remote control 43 Screen settings 57, 64 Select Country 69 Settings Channel 58, 66 Parental Lock 58, 68 Picture 57, 59 Screen 57, 64 Setup 58, 71 Sound 57, 62 Settings, MENU 53, 56 Setup settings 58, 71 Sharpness, adjusting 60 Show/Hide Channels 66 Sound Mode 62 Sound settings 57, 62 Speaker 17, 63 Specifications...
... 38 programming 41-42 Removing channels from the channel list 66 Reset 59, 62 S S VIDEO jack, described 19 Satellite receiver, using with remote control 43 with cable box, connecting 31 with remote control 43 Screen settings 57, 64 Select Country 69 Settings Channel 58, 66 Parental Lock 58, 68 Picture 57, 59 Screen 57, 64 Setup 58, 71 Sound 57, 62 Settings, MENU 53, 56 Setup settings 58, 71 Sharpness, adjusting 60 Show/Hide Channels 66 Sound Mode 62 Sound settings 57, 62 Speaker 17, 63 Specifications...
Limited Warranty (US Only)
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... or consumables (such as set up adjustments or signal reception issues; (iv) limitations of technology, or (v) modification of the television product (projection optical block - In the event of the Sony product, include the antenna. Projection Lamps: Parts for your rights and obligations with the television product or accessory. Instructions: In-home diagnostic warranty service is required. This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by...
... or consumables (such as set up adjustments or signal reception issues; (iv) limitations of technology, or (v) modification of the television product (projection optical block - In the event of the Sony product, include the antenna. Projection Lamps: Parts for your rights and obligations with the television product or accessory. Instructions: In-home diagnostic warranty service is required. This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by...
Marketing Specifications
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... scene. KDF-55E2000 55" Class 3LCD Rear Projection Television (54.5" diagonal) Key Features HD (1280 x 720) Picture Resolution (LCD Chip) 3 LCD Chips (R/G/B); 921,600 Pixels Each Cinema Black Pro for excellent contrast ratio 54.5" diagonal screen size with bottom speakers 2 HDMI (Rear) and 3 Component Inputs (1 Side/2 Rear) HD (1280 x 720) Picture Resolution (LCD Chip) 3 LCD Chips (R/G/B); 921,600 Pixels Each Cinema Black Pro for excellent contrast ratio ATSC Integrated Tuner SRS® TruSurround XT™ equipped Key Technologies 3LCD Chips The 3LCD technology...
... scene. KDF-55E2000 55" Class 3LCD Rear Projection Television (54.5" diagonal) Key Features HD (1280 x 720) Picture Resolution (LCD Chip) 3 LCD Chips (R/G/B); 921,600 Pixels Each Cinema Black Pro for excellent contrast ratio 54.5" diagonal screen size with bottom speakers 2 HDMI (Rear) and 3 Component Inputs (1 Side/2 Rear) HD (1280 x 720) Picture Resolution (LCD Chip) 3 LCD Chips (R/G/B); 921,600 Pixels Each Cinema Black Pro for excellent contrast ratio ATSC Integrated Tuner SRS® TruSurround XT™ equipped Key Technologies 3LCD Chips The 3LCD technology...
Marketing Specifications
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... information at www.sony.com/dn Last Updated: 05/23/2008 Disposal of their respective owners. Screen Size measured diagonally. ©2006 Sony Electronics Inc. SRS and TruSurround are property of these materials may be regulated due to change without notice. Color Corrector; KDF-55E2000 55" Class 3LCD Rear Projection Television (54.5" diagonal) Features General Video Label: Yes Closed Captions (CC): Yes Video Panel Type: LCD Chip Size = 0.73" Video Processing: Yes (WEGA Engine™ HD System...
... information at www.sony.com/dn Last Updated: 05/23/2008 Disposal of their respective owners. Screen Size measured diagonally. ©2006 Sony Electronics Inc. SRS and TruSurround are property of these materials may be regulated due to change without notice. Color Corrector; KDF-55E2000 55" Class 3LCD Rear Projection Television (54.5" diagonal) Features General Video Label: Yes Closed Captions (CC): Yes Video Panel Type: LCD Chip Size = 0.73" Video Processing: Yes (WEGA Engine™ HD System...
