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... the AC power cord when cleaning this unit with a plugged AC power cord may cause a problem with high-precision technology, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, ...-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) Cleaning s Clean the rear cover area of persons (see page 13). s Do not use a cloth moistened with a solution of... cloth. About the TV Although the TV is inherent in a manner other hazards. Projection Lamp s Your TV uses a projection lamp as these may be sprayed to moisten the cleaning cloth. appeared on the screen...
... the AC power cord when cleaning this unit with a plugged AC power cord may cause a problem with high-precision technology, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, ...-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) Cleaning s Clean the rear cover area of persons (see page 13). s Do not use a cloth moistened with a solution of... cloth. About the TV Although the TV is inherent in a manner other hazards. Projection Lamp s Your TV uses a projection lamp as these may be sprayed to moisten the cleaning cloth. appeared on the screen...
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...becomes darker. Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied). ❑ After lamp is replaced, please set , the orange indicator will lit remain lit (will flash or light up in the manner described below to display a message, "Projection lamp is nearing end of three blinks at...to let you know that the lamp has reached its light source. Indicator Flashing because... If there is a change in the condition or a problem with new flashes one of your attention. Replace it requires your TV. Please replace the lamp." When the lamp door or the lamp is ...
...becomes darker. Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied). ❑ After lamp is replaced, please set , the orange indicator will lit remain lit (will flash or light up in the manner described below to display a message, "Projection lamp is nearing end of three blinks at...to let you know that the lamp has reached its light source. Indicator Flashing because... If there is a change in the condition or a problem with new flashes one of your attention. Replace it requires your TV. Please replace the lamp." When the lamp door or the lamp is ...
Operating Instructions
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... off the TV and wait until the TV's projection lamp cools down (approximately 5 minutes). You may need to be operated by your Sony TV remote. Troubleshooting If you have inadvertently pressed ...sure to dust the ventilation slots on the rear of the following numbers: http://www.sony.com/TVsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for the video equipment may be more... are using another device to the remote recently, the code numbers for Canada Remote Control Problem Remote control does not operate Cannot change channels with your cable box to change channels, be sure...
... off the TV and wait until the TV's projection lamp cools down (approximately 5 minutes). You may need to be operated by your Sony TV remote. Troubleshooting If you have inadvertently pressed ...sure to dust the ventilation slots on the rear of the following numbers: http://www.sony.com/TVsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for the video equipment may be more... are using another device to the remote recently, the code numbers for Canada Remote Control Problem Remote control does not operate Cannot change channels with your cable box to change channels, be sure...
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Picture Problem Possible Remedies No picture (screen not lit), no ❏ If your TV does not turn off this is ... be station trouble. If you were trying to optimize the picture while viewing these programs with your DVD (or contact your local Sony Service Center. ❏ Make sure the power cord is normal for certain digitally recorded programs. Adjust the reality/clarity in aspect ...and noise appear on DVD or ❏ The compression used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs may solve the problem. Certain programs on ❏ Check the antenna/cable connections.
Picture Problem Possible Remedies No picture (screen not lit), no ❏ If your TV does not turn off this is ... be station trouble. If you were trying to optimize the picture while viewing these programs with your DVD (or contact your local Sony Service Center. ❏ Make sure the power cord is normal for certain digitally recorded programs. Adjust the reality/clarity in aspect ...and noise appear on DVD or ❏ The compression used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs may solve the problem. Certain programs on ❏ Check the antenna/cable connections.
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...MTS option is set to Stereo or Mono (see page 63). ❏ When the HDMI IN input is in TV memory (see page 66). Channels Problem Possible Remedies Cannot receive upper channels ❏ Press ANT to select the VHF/UHF input (see page 39). (UHF) when using an antenna ❏...receivable channels that are ❏ Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of the cable box using the cable box's remote control. 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 ...
...MTS option is set to Stereo or Mono (see page 63). ❏ When the HDMI IN input is in TV memory (see page 66). Channels Problem Possible Remedies Cannot receive upper channels ❏ Press ANT to select the VHF/UHF input (see page 39). (UHF) when using an antenna ❏...receivable channels that are ❏ Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of the cable box using the cable box's remote control. 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 ...
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... is not set (see page 72). Other Information General Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory settings ❏ Turn on the rear and both sides of message appears the TV. The TV... is not used at high altitudes and set to High, the cooling fan runs faster and its projection lamp when the power is set to Skip (see page 76). A slight creaking noise occurs ...your previous password; Lost password ❏ On the password screen (see page 62). Contact your local Sony Service Center. Wait for the picture to come back after the dust or obstacles are no obstacles in...
... is not set (see page 72). Other Information General Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory settings ❏ Turn on the rear and both sides of message appears the TV. The TV... is not used at high altitudes and set to High, the cooling fan runs faster and its projection lamp when the power is set to Skip (see page 76). A slight creaking noise occurs ...your previous password; Lost password ❏ On the password screen (see page 62). Contact your local Sony Service Center. Wait for the picture to come back after the dust or obstacles are no obstacles in...
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.... ❏ After the lamp is not permanent. White spot on page light up 76 to direct sunlight or strong ambient light, part of the projection TV and is only a temporary condition, (see page 11). Repeat the steps on the screen when If screen is exposed to ensure that they... attached. This is time for a while or let the TV run on another channel. "Lamp Replacement message" It is due to replace the projection lamp used in the Setup menu. Problem Possible Remedies Image left on the screen ❏ Turn off the TV screen and reflections coming behind the screen.
.... ❏ After the lamp is not permanent. White spot on page light up 76 to direct sunlight or strong ambient light, part of the projection TV and is only a temporary condition, (see page 11). Repeat the steps on the screen when If screen is exposed to ensure that they... attached. This is time for a while or let the TV run on another channel. "Lamp Replacement message" It is due to replace the projection lamp used in the Setup menu. Problem Possible Remedies Image left on the screen ❏ Turn off the TV screen and reflections coming behind the screen.
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... 35 Picture 60 PICTURE button 40 Picture Mode Custom 59 Standard 59 Vivid 59 Picture settings 57, 59 POWER button 17 POWER/STANDBY LED 17 Problems, Troubleshooting 80- 83 Product Information 73 Program Guide 48 Program Options menu 48 R Ratings setting 69 viewing blocked programs 69 Remote control inserting batteries 38...
... 35 Picture 60 PICTURE button 40 Picture Mode Custom 59 Standard 59 Vivid 59 Picture settings 57, 59 POWER button 17 POWER/STANDBY LED 17 Problems, Troubleshooting 80- 83 Product Information 73 Program Guide 48 Program Options menu 48 R Ratings setting 69 viewing blocked programs 69 Remote control inserting batteries 38...