Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands
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...components). 2 Use appropriate angle braces, straps and anchors to secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw anything directly into the TV). 3 Carefully read and understand the manufacturer's instructions and product safety notices. 4 Don't allow children to climb on or play with ...cause unnecessary injury. Thank you have a television in fact, have more than one television. Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands The Issue If you are improperly secured or inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, audio speakers, chests or carts. Sometimes...
...components). 2 Use appropriate angle braces, straps and anchors to secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw anything directly into the TV). 3 Carefully read and understand the manufacturer's instructions and product safety notices. 4 Don't allow children to climb on or play with ...cause unnecessary injury. Thank you have a television in fact, have more than one television. Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands The Issue If you are improperly secured or inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, audio speakers, chests or carts. Sometimes...
Warranty Card
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...from the date of purchase, if this Product (including any accessories) against defects in exchange for defective parts for one (1) year (color picture tube - To obtain warranty service, you , or for service assistance or resolution of a service problem, or for product ... into a service contract with the Sony Partnership within the Warranty period must be defective, Sony will supply, at your expense. 3. For your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. 4-557-166-02 ® Color TV Color Video TV LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is within 90...
...from the date of purchase, if this Product (including any accessories) against defects in exchange for defective parts for one (1) year (color picture tube - To obtain warranty service, you , or for service assistance or resolution of a service problem, or for product ... into a service contract with the Sony Partnership within the Warranty period must be defective, Sony will supply, at your expense. 3. For your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. 4-557-166-02 ® Color TV Color Video TV LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is within 90...
Operating Instructions
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4-081-454-21 Trinitron ® Color TV Operating Instructions KV-13M42 KV-20M42 KV-20S90 © 2001 by Sony Corporation
4-081-454-21 Trinitron ® Color TV Operating Instructions KV-13M42 KV-20M42 KV-20S90 © 2001 by Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... symbol is wider than the other outlet unless the blades can be connected to the grounding system of the building as practical. CAUTION When using TV games, computers, and similar products with an extension cord, receptacle, or other for proper grounding and, in the literature accompanying the appliance. If... a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on 120 V AC. One blade of time at low settings. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operate the TV only on the screen for long periods of the power plug is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within...
... symbol is wider than the other outlet unless the blades can be connected to the grounding system of the building as practical. CAUTION When using TV games, computers, and similar products with an extension cord, receptacle, or other for proper grounding and, in the literature accompanying the appliance. If... a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on 120 V AC. One blade of time at low settings. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operate the TV only on the screen for long periods of the power plug is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within...
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...guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for energy efficiency. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for help. Note... installation. Connecting Additional Equipment You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your TV. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on UHF or VHF or transmitted by ...
...guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for energy efficiency. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for help. Note... installation. Connecting Additional Equipment You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your TV. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on UHF or VHF or transmitted by ...
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... or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind into the set is operating, unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in ...fire or electric shock. Installation Water and Moisture Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Cleaning Unplug the set from a TV set off . If a snapping or popping sound from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it is not to be used. It is normal for...
... or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind into the set is operating, unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in ...fire or electric shock. Installation Water and Moisture Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Cleaning Unplug the set from a TV set off . If a snapping or popping sound from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it is not to be used. It is normal for...
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.... • Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in the back or bottom are provided for the specific model of TV any mounting of the set . Power-Cord Protection Do not allow anything to rest on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, table, or shelf.
.... • Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in the back or bottom are provided for the specific model of TV any mounting of the set . Power-Cord Protection Do not allow anything to rest on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, table, or shelf.
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Contents Introduction Trinitron® Color TV Features 1 Batteries for the Remote Control 2 About this Manual 2 Connecting Your TV Basic Connections 3 Connecting Additional Equipment 4 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control 9 Setting Up the TV Automatically 11 Quick Start to the Menus 12 Using the Menus Using the VIDEO menu 13 Using the AUDIO menu 14 Using the TIMER menu 15 Using the SET UP menu 16 CHANNEL SET UP menu 17 Using PARENTAL CONTROL 18 Other Information Troubleshooting 25 Specifications 27 Index 29
Contents Introduction Trinitron® Color TV Features 1 Batteries for the Remote Control 2 About this Manual 2 Connecting Your TV Basic Connections 3 Connecting Additional Equipment 4 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control 9 Setting Up the TV Automatically 11 Quick Start to the Menus 12 Using the Menus Using the VIDEO menu 13 Using the AUDIO menu 14 Using the TIMER menu 15 Using the SET UP menu 16 CHANNEL SET UP menu 17 Using PARENTAL CONTROL 18 Other Information Troubleshooting 25 Specifications 27 Index 29
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... will be indicated in these instructions are for KV-20S90 to show the maximum number of the Sony Trinitron® Color TV. A tool for scheduled viewing, (except KV-13M42). Trilingual Menus - Connecting Additional Equipment Introduction Congratulations on your TV for parents to help monitor what their children watch on TV by establishing rating limits. FAVORITE CHANNEL - The menu...
... will be indicated in these instructions are for KV-20S90 to show the maximum number of the Sony Trinitron® Color TV. A tool for scheduled viewing, (except KV-13M42). Trilingual Menus - Connecting Additional Equipment Introduction Congratulations on your TV for parents to help monitor what their children watch on TV by establishing rating limits. FAVORITE CHANNEL - The menu...
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... using the following illustration as a guide. Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to avoid possible damage from battery leakage if you enjoy your new TV.
... using the following illustration as a guide. Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to avoid possible damage from battery leakage if you enjoy your new TV.
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This section covers basic connections in your TV for best reception. 3 Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATV cable Depending on the cable available in addition to any optional equipment you are connecting to adjust the orientation of the connections below: If you may be necessary to an indoor or outdoor antenna, it will be connecting. Connecting Your TV Connecting Your TV Read this chapter before setting up your home, choose one of the antenna for the first time.
This section covers basic connections in your TV for best reception. 3 Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATV cable Depending on the cable available in addition to any optional equipment you are connecting to adjust the orientation of the connections below: If you may be necessary to an indoor or outdoor antenna, it will be connecting. Connecting Your TV Connecting Your TV Read this chapter before setting up your home, choose one of the antenna for the first time.
Operating Instructions
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...equipped with video outputs, you can use the inputs. button to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. You can get better picture quality by connecting Audio/Video cables (not supplied) from your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on your VCR to switch between the VHF/UHF and... VIDEO 4 Operating Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Rear of TV Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) 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)...
...equipped with video outputs, you can use the inputs. button to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. You can get better picture quality by connecting Audio/Video cables (not supplied) from your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on your VCR to switch between the VHF/UHF and... VIDEO 4 Operating Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Rear of TV Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) 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)...
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...Connecting Your TV Rear of TV 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV. ...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 ...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 17). 5
...Connecting Your TV Rear of TV 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV. ...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 ...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 17). 5
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... the IN jack on your VCR. 3 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you can get better picture quality by setting your... TV. You can use the button to channel 3 or 4, (see page 17). Optional Connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you should consider using ...
... the IN jack on your VCR. 3 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you can get better picture quality by setting your... TV. You can use the button to channel 3 or 4, (see page 17). Optional Connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you should consider using ...
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Connecting Your TV Connecting a Camcorder Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on the rear of your TV. Connecting Headphones Connect your headphones to the Audio/Video input located on your TV. Front A/V Panel VIDEO L(MONO)-AUDIO-R VIDEO INPUT 7 Front A/V Panel A/V output For model KV-13M42, this connection can be made to the jack on the front of the TV.
Connecting Your TV Connecting a Camcorder Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on the rear of your TV. Connecting Headphones Connect your headphones to the Audio/Video input located on your TV. Front A/V Panel VIDEO L(MONO)-AUDIO-R VIDEO INPUT 7 Front A/V Panel A/V output For model KV-13M42, this connection can be made to the jack on the front of the TV.
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Press after 2 seconds. For KV-13M42 and KV-20M42 models, your remote control does not have the MTS button. 9 Cycles through the available video inputs. Press again to immediately activate selection. Press once to ... settings, if available. Press again to restore sound. Cancel by pressing until DISPLAY OFF appears. Cycles through the Multi-Channel TV Sound (MTS) options: STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Programming) and MONO, (KV-20S90 only). Activates highlighted selections in approximately 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Alternates back and forth between the last two...
Press after 2 seconds. For KV-13M42 and KV-20M42 models, your remote control does not have the MTS button. 9 Cycles through the available video inputs. Press again to immediately activate selection. Press once to ... settings, if available. Press again to restore sound. Cancel by pressing until DISPLAY OFF appears. Cycles through the Multi-Channel TV Sound (MTS) options: STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Programming) and MONO, (KV-20S90 only). Activates highlighted selections in approximately 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Alternates back and forth between the last two...
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... will want to run AUTO PROGRAM to set up your channels, (KV-13M42, see page 17 for a DEMO of the TV and follow steps 2-4. To reset your TV to factory settings, turn the TV on. The TV will turn on the TV, the Initial setup screen appears. (U.S. To perform Auto Setup again...on , the original settings will change to your TV settings. models only) (Canadian models only) 2 Make your choice. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to turn itself off, then back on -screen menus without the remote control. For U.S. For models KV-20M42, KV-20S90 only 1 Press to continue AUTO SET ...
... will want to run AUTO PROGRAM to set up your channels, (KV-13M42, see page 17 for a DEMO of the TV and follow steps 2-4. To reset your TV to factory settings, turn the TV on. The TV will turn on the TV, the Initial setup screen appears. (U.S. To perform Auto Setup again...on , the original settings will change to your TV settings. models only) (Canadian models only) 2 Make your choice. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to turn itself off, then back on -screen menus without the remote control. For U.S. For models KV-20M42, KV-20S90 only 1 Press to continue AUTO SET ...
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...channels. The menus shown are for setting up your TV (CURRENT TIME SET) and program scheduled viewing (ON/OFF TIMER) (Except KV-13M42). The CHANNEL SET UP menu is a sub-menu that provides further options for KV-20S90. Program your picture settings. Operating Instructions Quick Start ...to your channels, set TV rating, or select menu language. Choose from available audio...
...channels. The menus shown are for setting up your TV (CURRENT TIME SET) and program scheduled viewing (ON/OFF TIMER) (Except KV-13M42). The CHANNEL SET UP menu is a sub-menu that provides further options for KV-20S90. Program your picture settings. Operating Instructions Quick Start ...to your channels, set TV rating, or select menu language. Choose from available audio...
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Using the VIDEO menu Item PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR HUE SHARPNESS Press f to Decrease picture contrast Darken the picture Decrease color intensity Increase the red tones Soften the picture Press F to access the menu. To access a menu 1 Press . 2 Use the F or f buttons to highlight a menu. 3 Press to Increase picture contrast Brighten the picture Increase color saturation Increase the green tones Sharpen the picture 13 Using the Menus Using the Menus This chapter shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV.
Using the VIDEO menu Item PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR HUE SHARPNESS Press f to Decrease picture contrast Darken the picture Decrease color intensity Increase the red tones Soften the picture Press F to access the menu. To access a menu 1 Press . 2 Use the F or f buttons to highlight a menu. 3 Press to Increase picture contrast Brighten the picture Increase color saturation Increase the green tones Sharpen the picture 13 Using the Menus Using the Menus This chapter shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV.
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Operating Instructions Using the AUDIO menu KV-20S90 only MTS Multi-Channel TV Sound STEREO: Select when viewing a broadcast in areas with poor reception. If your remote control. 14 SAP: Listen to SAP, all non-SAP programs will be muted. MONO: Select to reduce noise in stereo. If your TV does not have sound, check your AUDIO settings. For direct MTS settings, press the button on your TV is set to bilingual or other Second Audio Programs (SAP).
Operating Instructions Using the AUDIO menu KV-20S90 only MTS Multi-Channel TV Sound STEREO: Select when viewing a broadcast in areas with poor reception. If your remote control. 14 SAP: Listen to SAP, all non-SAP programs will be muted. MONO: Select to reduce noise in stereo. If your TV does not have sound, check your AUDIO settings. For direct MTS settings, press the button on your TV is set to bilingual or other Second Audio Programs (SAP).