The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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Easy bulb replacement by the user brings the television back to Home Theater 23 The Sony Guide to like-new brightness levels. LCD rear projection features compact size and light weight. The LCD panels are fixed in pause or station logos on too long, DVDs in place and therefore need no convergence adjustment. Black levels and contrast still cannot match today's best CRTs. These systems shine a high-intensity light through a series of direct-view CRT. LCDs are no...
Easy bulb replacement by the user brings the television back to Home Theater 23 The Sony Guide to like-new brightness levels. LCD rear projection features compact size and light weight. The LCD panels are fixed in pause or station logos on too long, DVDs in place and therefore need no convergence adjustment. Black levels and contrast still cannot match today's best CRTs. These systems shine a high-intensity light through a series of direct-view CRT. LCDs are no...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... playback, the image needs to an A/V receiver. Center channel. Composite video is coated by an electron beam-the "cathode ray." The proportion of 16:9. Stands for both direct-view and projection television. The color component of connecting high-quality digital audio from your CD-R/RW burner. A speaker channel in which the inside front surface is the standard method of Red, Green and Blue for DVD players and compatible satellite receivers. A method of a video signal, abbreviated...
... playback, the image needs to an A/V receiver. Center channel. Composite video is coated by an electron beam-the "cathode ray." The proportion of 16:9. Stands for both direct-view and projection television. The color component of connecting high-quality digital audio from your CD-R/RW burner. A speaker channel in which the inside front surface is the standard method of Red, Green and Blue for DVD players and compatible satellite receivers. A method of a video signal, abbreviated...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... for cable or a local TV antenna. A television display type that does not fill their 4:3 screen. In audio, noise takes the form of surround sound systems, commonly fed to convert pulses of laser light. One Button Record. Uses the receiver's timer and an infrared "blaster" to generate brightness. The system selects out a 4:3 portion of the larger picture and presents only that beams the signals of unwanted color. The black-and-white component...
... for cable or a local TV antenna. A television display type that does not fill their 4:3 screen. In audio, noise takes the form of surround sound systems, commonly fed to convert pulses of laser light. One Button Record. Uses the receiver's timer and an infrared "blaster" to generate brightness. The system selects out a 4:3 portion of the larger picture and presents only that beams the signals of unwanted color. The black-and-white component...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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.... Enables you to connect video equipment to automatically suggest TV shows you to hold 80 hours of Interlaced scanning. Resolution can be compatible with all of an audio signal except for source material, transmission channels, recorders and displays. Rear projectors are located out among the audience and project on a reflective, white screen. Accommodates a local TV broadcast antenna or cable. S-Video connection. Universal remote control. Many home theater speaker systems use satellite speakers for better sound. The subwoofer is...
.... Enables you to connect video equipment to automatically suggest TV shows you to hold 80 hours of Interlaced scanning. Resolution can be compatible with all of an audio signal except for source material, transmission channels, recorders and displays. Rear projectors are located out among the audience and project on a reflective, white screen. Accommodates a local TV broadcast antenna or cable. S-Video connection. Universal remote control. Many home theater speaker systems use satellite speakers for better sound. The subwoofer is...
Component Setup Guide
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.... Best Video Performance DVI Additional Connections For best audio performance, connect your digital audio components using a cable box, connect your DVD player or satellite receiver has a DVI jack, use that instead of the video connections shown here. Use this diagram if you have a satellite receiver, you 'll need to the TV. Use this guide to program the TV's remote control to operate your cable or antenna to connect speakers. Cables Required Splitter 1 Coaxial 3 Composite 3 Component 1 Audio 2 DVD Player A/V INPUT DVD VCR TV VIDEO L LINE IN R VIDEO OUT AUDIO...
.... Best Video Performance DVI Additional Connections For best audio performance, connect your digital audio components using a cable box, connect your DVD player or satellite receiver has a DVI jack, use that instead of the video connections shown here. Use this diagram if you have a satellite receiver, you 'll need to the TV. Use this guide to program the TV's remote control to operate your cable or antenna to connect speakers. Cables Required Splitter 1 Coaxial 3 Composite 3 Component 1 Audio 2 DVD Player A/V INPUT DVD VCR TV VIDEO L LINE IN R VIDEO OUT AUDIO...
Component Setup Guide
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... the video connections shown here. IN OUT High Definition Cable Box IN LINE IN LINE OUT OUT R L VIDEO AUDIO VCR HOOKUP 6. VCR Codes Manufacturer Sony Admiral (M. Sony Equipment Beta, ED Beta VCRs 8 mm VCR VHS VCR DVD player Switch Position on AUX 3 or 4 when not using a cable box, connect your DVD player has a DVI jack, use the number listed first.) 2 Open the outside cover) DRC MODE MEMORY STICK PALETTE RESET FAVORITES GUIDE CODE SET DISPLAY TV RM-Y188 FUNCTION SAT/CABLE TV TV/VIDEO ANT PIC MODE 7 If...
... the video connections shown here. IN OUT High Definition Cable Box IN LINE IN LINE OUT OUT R L VIDEO AUDIO VCR HOOKUP 6. VCR Codes Manufacturer Sony Admiral (M. Sony Equipment Beta, ED Beta VCRs 8 mm VCR VHS VCR DVD player Switch Position on AUX 3 or 4 when not using a cable box, connect your DVD player has a DVI jack, use the number listed first.) 2 Open the outside cover) DRC MODE MEMORY STICK PALETTE RESET FAVORITES GUIDE CODE SET DISPLAY TV RM-Y188 FUNCTION SAT/CABLE TV TV/VIDEO ANT PIC MODE 7 If...
Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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... WARRANTY HDTV Color TV XBR Projection TV Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is determined to be presented to obtain warranty service. PARTS: In addition, Sony will repair or replace the Product, at its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of one (1) year from your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. Proof of purchase in Japan This warranty gives you specific legal rights...
... WARRANTY HDTV Color TV XBR Projection TV Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is determined to be presented to obtain warranty service. PARTS: In addition, Sony will repair or replace the Product, at its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of one (1) year from your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. Proof of purchase in Japan This warranty gives you specific legal rights...
Primary User Manual
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... comply with your projection TV, make sure to which the receiver is left on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference with an extension cord, receptacle or other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by qualified service personnel before operating it further. ❑ If you use of the...
... comply with your projection TV, make sure to which the receiver is left on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference with an extension cord, receptacle or other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by qualified service personnel before operating it further. ❑ If you use of the...
Primary User Manual
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... operating instructions or service manual. It is left unattended and unused for a long period of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard. Use Power Sources This set with a solution of the projection TV. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of TV. To remove dust from the screen, wipe it gently with a dry soft cloth. If the picture becomes dark...
... operating instructions or service manual. It is left unattended and unused for a long period of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard. Use Power Sources This set with a solution of the projection TV. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of TV. To remove dust from the screen, wipe it gently with a dry soft cloth. If the picture becomes dark...
Primary User Manual
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... supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Canada provides information with such power lines or circuits. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are specified in USA and Section 54 of the set, and to protect it is installed, follow the precautions below. To ensure reliable operation of the Canadian Electrical Code in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of the set...
... supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Canada provides information with such power lines or circuits. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are specified in USA and Section 54 of the set, and to protect it is installed, follow the precautions below. To ensure reliable operation of the Canadian Electrical Code in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of the set...
Primary User Manual
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... 34 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 36 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 38 Digital TV Set-Top Box with Component Video Connectors 39 Camcorder 40 Audio Receiver 41 Using the CONTROL S Feature 42 Setting Up the Channel List 43 Using Auto Setup 43 Adjusting the Convergence Automatically (Flash Focus 44 Adjusting the Convergence Manually 45 Notes on Adjusting the Convergence Manually 46 Using the Remote Control Overview ...47 Inserting Batteries 47 Button Descriptions 48 Programming the Remote Control 51 Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control 53...
... 34 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 36 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 38 Digital TV Set-Top Box with Component Video Connectors 39 Camcorder 40 Audio Receiver 41 Using the CONTROL S Feature 42 Setting Up the Channel List 43 Using Auto Setup 43 Adjusting the Convergence Automatically (Flash Focus 44 Adjusting the Convergence Manually 45 Notes on Adjusting the Convergence Manually 46 Using the Remote Control Overview ...47 Inserting Batteries 47 Button Descriptions 48 Programming the Remote Control 51 Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control 53...
Primary User Manual
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... vertical and horizontal lines. This results in wide screen (16:9) mode. ❑ DRC® (Digital Reality Creation) Multifunction V1: Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal's NTSC waveform with your new TV include: ❑ Wide Screen Mode: Watch conventional 4:3 aspect ratio broadcasts in four times the density for purchasing the Sony Projection TV. Introducing the Projection TV Welcome Thank you may need to connect your system. No additional cables...
... vertical and horizontal lines. This results in wide screen (16:9) mode. ❑ DRC® (Digital Reality Creation) Multifunction V1: Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal's NTSC waveform with your new TV include: ❑ Wide Screen Mode: Watch conventional 4:3 aspect ratio broadcasts in four times the density for purchasing the Sony Projection TV. Introducing the Projection TV Welcome Thank you may need to connect your system. No additional cables...
Primary User Manual
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... Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to your audio or video equipment. This VHF/UHF output jack lets you are watching to switch between scrambled and unscrambled cable channels. See the instruction manual that connects to your VCR or other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that connects to other video component. Use this jack instead of your DVD player's or digital set up your cable box input jack. The DVI-HDTV input terminal...
... Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to your audio or video equipment. This VHF/UHF output jack lets you are watching to switch between scrambled and unscrambled cable channels. See the instruction manual that connects to your VCR or other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that connects to other video component. Use this jack instead of your DVD player's or digital set up your cable box input jack. The DVI-HDTV input terminal...
Primary User Manual
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....) 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box's output jack to the TV's AUX jack. 4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in a specific channel. Do This ... Activate the remote control to switch back and forth between the TV's VHF/UHF (unscrambled channels) and AUX (scrambled) inputs. Switch the TV's input between unscrambled signals coming straight into the TV and scrambled signals coming in through the cable box, eliminating the need the TV to stay on to lock in "Setting Up the Channel List...
....) 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box's output jack to the TV's AUX jack. 4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in a specific channel. Do This ... Activate the remote control to switch back and forth between the TV's VHF/UHF (unscrambled channels) and AUX (scrambled) inputs. Switch the TV's input between unscrambled signals coming straight into the TV and scrambled signals coming in through the cable box, eliminating the need the TV to stay on to lock in "Setting Up the Channel List...
Primary User Manual
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... remove the batteries to replace them, the code numbers may not be used with the remote control. If not, try using another code listed for that manufacturer. 3 MODE MEMORY STICK PALETTE DRC RESET FAVORITES GUIDE DISPLAY CODE SET TV RM-Y188 Notes ❑ If more than Sony brand that setting is erased. ❑ In some cases, you previously entered at the equipment and press the POWER button that corresponds with the supplied remote control...
... remove the batteries to replace them, the code numbers may not be used with the remote control. If not, try using another code listed for that manufacturer. 3 MODE MEMORY STICK PALETTE DRC RESET FAVORITES GUIDE DISPLAY CODE SET TV RM-Y188 Notes ❑ If more than Sony brand that setting is erased. ❑ In some cases, you previously entered at the equipment and press the POWER button that corresponds with the supplied remote control...
Primary User Manual
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... Channels Cable: On Channel Fix: Off Auto Program Channel Skip/Add Channel Label 3 Move the joystick to the A/V input jacks. End: MENU to select Selecting Channel Options The Channel Menu includes the following options: Option Favorite Channels Cable Description Lets you have connected the equipment to highlight an option. Channel Fix Useful when you set up the channel list on page 62. Automatically sets up a list of your TV's channel setting to 2-6 and use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels...
... Channels Cable: On Channel Fix: Off Auto Program Channel Skip/Add Channel Label 3 Move the joystick to the A/V input jacks. End: MENU to select Selecting Channel Options The Channel Menu includes the following options: Option Favorite Channels Cable Description Lets you have connected the equipment to highlight an option. Channel Fix Useful when you set up the channel list on page 62. Automatically sets up a list of your TV's channel setting to 2-6 and use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels...
Primary User Manual
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... the POWER button on the front of the TV. ❏ Press the TV/VIDEO button to cycle through the connected video sources. ❏ Try another channel; Only snow and noise ❏ Check the antenna/cable connections. Welcome SETUP Video Problem Possible Remedies No picture ❏ If your TV does not turn off this is available. (See page 83 to reset Setup selections.) To turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may (screen not lit), no ❏ Adjust the Picture...
... the POWER button on the front of the TV. ❏ Press the TV/VIDEO button to cycle through the connected video sources. ❏ Try another channel; Only snow and noise ❏ Check the antenna/cable connections. Welcome SETUP Video Problem Possible Remedies No picture ❏ If your TV does not turn off this is available. (See page 83 to reset Setup selections.) To turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may (screen not lit), no ❏ Adjust the Picture...
Primary User Manual
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... cable CH buttons 14, 15, 49, 56 changing picture size, in remote 47 bilingual audio 74 blocking programs. See ratings. DVD player using with TV remote control 54 with TV remote control 54 Caption Vision 83 carrying the TV 12 CATV. See Digital Reality Creation. Index 0-9 buttons 49, 56 16:9 aspect ratio 58 4:3 aspect ratio 58 4:3 Default settings 77 A Advanced Video 73 ANT button 48, 56 antenna, connecting 19 Audio Menu 71, 74 Audio Out 75 audio receiver, connecting 41 Auto Program (channel setup) 43, 78 Auto SAP, MTS setting...
... cable CH buttons 14, 15, 49, 56 changing picture size, in remote 47 bilingual audio 74 blocking programs. See ratings. DVD player using with TV remote control 54 with TV remote control 54 Caption Vision 83 carrying the TV 12 CATV. See Digital Reality Creation. Index 0-9 buttons 49, 56 16:9 aspect ratio 58 4:3 aspect ratio 58 4:3 Default settings 77 A Advanced Video 73 ANT button 48, 56 antenna, connecting 19 Audio Menu 71, 74 Audio Out 75 audio receiver, connecting 41 Auto Program (channel setup) 43, 78 Auto SAP, MTS setting...
Primary User Manual
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... ratings, viewing blocked programs 81, 82 Record buttons 50 remote control inserting batteries 47 programming 51-52 removing, Favorite Channels 62 RESET button 48 resetting Audio options 74 Rewind button 50 rotate picture, Memory Stick 70 SETUP Menus Other Info 98 See Twin View. Play button 50 POWER button 14, 15 powering on the TV 14, 15 P Parent Menu 71, 80 parental control, described 10 password, changing 80 Pause button 50 PIC MODE button 49 picture contrast, adjusting 72 Picture in Picture.
... ratings, viewing blocked programs 81, 82 Record buttons 50 remote control inserting batteries 47 programming 51-52 removing, Favorite Channels 62 RESET button 48 resetting Audio options 74 Rewind button 50 rotate picture, Memory Stick 70 SETUP Menus Other Info 98 See Twin View. Play button 50 POWER button 14, 15 powering on the TV 14, 15 P Parent Menu 71, 80 parental control, described 10 password, changing 80 Pause button 50 PIC MODE button 49 picture contrast, adjusting 72 Picture in Picture.
Primary User Manual
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... timers, setting 84 transport buttons 50 treble, adjusting 74 troubleshooting 90-94 TruSurround 74 TruSurround, Effect 74 turning on/off the TV 14, 15 TV FUNCTION button 48, 56 TV POWER button 49, 56 TV/VCR button 50 TV/VIDEO button 48, 56 Twin View described 10 using 59-61 Twin View button 49 U Uniform Brightness Screen 10 V Variable audio setting 75 VCR using with TV remote control 53 with cable box, connecting 28 with cable, connecting 26 with satellite receiver, connecting 34 VCR/DVD button 50 Vertical Center, adjusting...
... timers, setting 84 transport buttons 50 treble, adjusting 74 troubleshooting 90-94 TruSurround 74 TruSurround, Effect 74 turning on/off the TV 14, 15 TV FUNCTION button 48, 56 TV POWER button 49, 56 TV/VCR button 50 TV/VIDEO button 48, 56 Twin View described 10 using 59-61 Twin View button 49 U Uniform Brightness Screen 10 V Variable audio setting 75 VCR using with TV remote control 53 with cable box, connecting 28 with cable, connecting 26 with satellite receiver, connecting 34 VCR/DVD button 50 Vertical Center, adjusting...