Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands
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... and can potentially push or pull a TV over. 7 Share our safety message on the proper TV stands. Sometimes televisions are not always supported on this hidden hazard of TVs such as VCRs and remotes that is a Sector of television and consumer electronics furniture manufacturers to making... 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 furniture and television sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on dressers, bookcases, shelves...
... and can potentially push or pull a TV over. 7 Share our safety message on the proper TV stands. Sometimes televisions are not always supported on this hidden hazard of TVs such as VCRs and remotes that is a Sector of television and consumer electronics furniture manufacturers to making... 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 furniture and television sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on dressers, bookcases, shelves...
Warranty Card
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... or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to any authorized Sony service facility. 4-557-166-02 ® Color TV Color Video TV LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is determined to be presented to obtain warranty service. LABOR: For a period of 90 days...
... or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to any authorized Sony service facility. 4-557-166-02 ® Color TV Color Video TV LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is determined to be presented to obtain warranty service. LABOR: For a period of 90 days...
Operating Instructions
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...on a circuit different from that to the TV As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony has determined that interference will be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is no guarantee that this television receiver for safety purposes, to provide reasonable protection... your Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which might damage the finish of station logos onto the TV screen. The menu and illustrations shown are provided on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with the limits for models KV-36FS13 and KV-36FS17....
...on a circuit different from that to the TV As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony has determined that interference will be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is no guarantee that this television receiver for safety purposes, to provide reasonable protection... your Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which might damage the finish of station logos onto the TV screen. The menu and illustrations shown are provided on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with the limits for models KV-36FS13 and KV-36FS17....
Operating Instructions
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..., extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for necessary ventilation. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being used. Follow the instructions below: For the set with a three-wire ...guard against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard. This is a safety feature. for the specific model of TV. Installation Attachments Do not use and servicing of the set. Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or ...
..., extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for necessary ventilation. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being used. Follow the instructions below: For the set with a three-wire ...guard against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard. This is a safety feature. for the specific model of TV. Installation Attachments Do not use and servicing of the set. Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or ...
Operating Instructions
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Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview 1 Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega 2 Package Contents 3 Using the Remote Control 3 Using the Features Overview 29 Using Favorite Channels 30 Using Picture in Picture (PIP) (KV-36FS17 only 31 Installing the TV Overview 9 TV Controls and Connectors 10 Basic Connections (Connecting a Cable or... Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors 26 Connecting a Camcorder 27 Setting Up the TV Automatically 28 Using the Menus Overview 35 Using the Video Menu 36 Using the Audio Menu 38 Using the Channel Menu 40 Using the Parent Menu 42 ...
Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview 1 Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega 2 Package Contents 3 Using the Remote Control 3 Using the Features Overview 29 Using Favorite Channels 30 Using Picture in Picture (PIP) (KV-36FS17 only 31 Installing the TV Overview 9 TV Controls and Connectors 10 Basic Connections (Connecting a Cable or... Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors 26 Connecting a Camcorder 27 Setting Up the TV Automatically 28 Using the Menus Overview 35 Using the Video Menu 36 Using the Audio Menu 38 Using the Channel Menu 40 Using the Parent Menu 42 ...
Operating Instructions
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Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview This chapter defines the contents of your Wega TV and provides an overview of how to set up and use basic features. Topic Page Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega 2 Package Contents 3 Using the Remote Control 3 1
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview This chapter defines the contents of your Wega TV and provides an overview of how to set up and use basic features. Topic Page Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega 2 Package Contents 3 Using the Remote Control 3 1
Operating Instructions
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...distortion, unlike conventional curved screens. Also, on "anamorphic" or "enhanced for connected equipment. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is minimal glare from any location in Picture (PIP): Allows you to block unsuitable...10065; Velocity Modulation: Vertical line enhancement that maximizes picture resolution on the KV-36FS17 model: ❑ Dual Tuner Picture in a room. so you will enjoy with your new TV include: ❑ 16:9 Enhancement: Vertical Compression technology that sharpens picture...
...distortion, unlike conventional curved screens. Also, on "anamorphic" or "enhanced for connected equipment. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is minimal glare from any location in Picture (PIP): Allows you to block unsuitable...10065; Velocity Modulation: Vertical line enhancement that maximizes picture resolution on the KV-36FS17 model: ❑ Dual Tuner Picture in a room. so you will enjoy with your new TV include: ❑ 16:9 Enhancement: Vertical Compression technology that sharpens picture...
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Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Package Contents Along with your TV. Handle the remote control with the necessary cables to ensure that the remote control will not be used for controlling your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains a remote control and two AA batteries. Using the Remote Control The remote control is the primary mechanism for...
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Package Contents Along with your TV. Handle the remote control with the necessary cables to ensure that the remote control will not be used for controlling your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains a remote control and two AA batteries. Using the Remote Control The remote control is the primary mechanism for...
Operating Instructions
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.... Used for changing available audio settings. Press again or press VOL + to operate non-Sony video equipment. Adjusts the volume. For details, see "Selecting Video Options" on page 36. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button Descriptions The POWER button on the remote control (no. 11 in the Video menu... control to restore the sound. CODE SET qa POWER buttons (GREEN) Description Mutes the sound. RM-Y180 Model KV-36FS13 KV-36FS17 (See page 6) Button 1 MUTING qa qs 2 SYSTEM OFF 3 TV/VCR qd qf qg m qh M N x qj X qk RECORD ql 4 SLEEP w; 5 PICTURE MODE 6 JUMP...
.... Used for changing available audio settings. Press again or press VOL + to operate non-Sony video equipment. Adjusts the volume. For details, see "Selecting Video Options" on page 36. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button Descriptions The POWER button on the remote control (no. 11 in the Video menu... control to restore the sound. CODE SET qa POWER buttons (GREEN) Description Mutes the sound. RM-Y180 Model KV-36FS13 KV-36FS17 (See page 6) Button 1 MUTING qa qs 2 SYSTEM OFF 3 TV/VCR qd qf qg m qh M N x qj X qk RECORD ql 4 SLEEP w; 5 PICTURE MODE 6 JUMP...
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Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button qs FUNCTION buttons (WHITE) qd TV/VIDEO qf DISPLAY qg MTS/SAP qh 0 - 9 and ENTER qj GUIDE qk Description Select the equipment (TV, VCR/DVD, SAT/CABLE) that you want to display the current time and channel label (if set the Current Time" on..., see "To set ) and channel number. Arrows and Select. Cycles through channels. 5 Press again to select immediately. Scan through the Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) options: Stereo, Auto-SAP (Second Audio Program), and Mono. Press ENTER to exit from the menus. Press to show which device the...
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button qs FUNCTION buttons (WHITE) qd TV/VIDEO qf DISPLAY qg MTS/SAP qh 0 - 9 and ENTER qj GUIDE qk Description Select the equipment (TV, VCR/DVD, SAT/CABLE) that you want to display the current time and channel label (if set the Current Time" on..., see "To set ) and channel number. Arrows and Select. Cycles through channels. 5 Press again to select immediately. Scan through the Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) options: Stereo, Auto-SAP (Second Audio Program), and Mono. Press ENTER to exit from the menus. Press to show which device the...
Operating Instructions
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... in the illustration below) activates both the remote control and the TV. Provides quick access for programming the remote control to operate non-Sony video equipment. q; RM-Y181 The POWER button on the remote ...FD Trinitron Wega 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 q; Changes the channel in a menu to reset the settings to jump back and forth between the TV and SAT (satellite) inputs when in Picture (PIP)" on page 36. 6 JUMP Press to the factory defaults. 9 VOL +/- CODE SET Used for changing available audio settings. Button Description 1 MUTING Mutes the sound. Powers off all Sony...
... in the illustration below) activates both the remote control and the TV. Provides quick access for programming the remote control to operate non-Sony video equipment. q; RM-Y181 The POWER button on the remote ...FD Trinitron Wega 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 q; Changes the channel in a menu to reset the settings to jump back and forth between the TV and SAT (satellite) inputs when in Picture (PIP)" on page 36. 6 JUMP Press to the factory defaults. 9 VOL +/- CODE SET Used for changing available audio settings. Button Description 1 MUTING Mutes the sound. Powers off all Sony...
Operating Instructions
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... indicator lights up momentarily when pressed to operate. Arrows and Select. Changes the channel in the main picture. 7 Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button qa POWER buttons (GREEN) qs FUNCTION buttons (WHITE) qd TV/VIDEO qf ANT qg DISPLAY qh MTS/SAP qj 0 - 9 and ENTER qk GUIDE ql Description Turn on the center button...
... indicator lights up momentarily when pressed to operate. Arrows and Select. Changes the channel in the main picture. 7 Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button qa POWER buttons (GREEN) qs FUNCTION buttons (WHITE) qd TV/VIDEO qf ANT qg DISPLAY qh MTS/SAP qj 0 - 9 and ENTER qk GUIDE ql Description Turn on the center button...
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... 10 Basic Connections (Connecting a Cable or Antenna) 12 Connecting a VCR and Cable 16 Connecting a VCR and Cable Box (KV-36FS17 only) 17 Connecting Two VCRs for setting up your TV. You can detach the cord from this hook AC Power cord Do not remove the cord from its holder. Installing... the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for Tape Editing 20 Connecting a Satellite Receiver 21 Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR 22 Connecting an Audio ...
... 10 Basic Connections (Connecting a Cable or Antenna) 12 Connecting a VCR and Cable 16 Connecting a VCR and Cable Box (KV-36FS17 only) 17 Connecting Two VCRs for setting up your TV. You can detach the cord from this hook AC Power cord Do not remove the cord from its holder. Installing... the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for Tape Editing 20 Connecting a Satellite Receiver 21 Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR 22 Connecting an Audio ...
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TV Rear Panel Model KV-36FS13 6 4 3 Model KV-36FS17 5 4 1 2 3 7 6 7 5 10 Installing the TV TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Menu Controls The front panel menu controls allow access to the on -screen menus. Pressing the MENU button brings up the on -screen menus without the use of a remote control. The arrow buttons (Vv) move the on-screen cursor in the menus and the ( ) button selects the menu item.
TV Rear Panel Model KV-36FS13 6 4 3 Model KV-36FS17 5 4 1 2 3 7 6 7 5 10 Installing the TV TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Menu Controls The front panel menu controls allow access to the on -screen menus. Pressing the MENU button brings up the on -screen menus without the use of a remote control. The arrow buttons (Vv) move the on-screen cursor in the menus and the ( ) button selects the menu item.
Operating Instructions
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...) and audio (L/R) jacks. 7 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) L (MONO)/R Connects to your TV's audio through a cable box) and normal cable channels (CATV). Installing the TV Back Panel Descriptions Connection Description 1 AUX (KV-36FS17) Allows you set up your TV to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VHF/UHF antenna or cable. 4S VIDEO... to the AUX input cannot be viewed in PIP. 2TO CONVERTER (KV-36FS17) This is located on the remote control. You can use these outputs to listen to the left and right audio inputs of the TV. Use this jack instead of a splitter to get better picture quality...
...) and audio (L/R) jacks. 7 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) L (MONO)/R Connects to your TV's audio through a cable box) and normal cable channels (CATV). Installing the TV Back Panel Descriptions Connection Description 1 AUX (KV-36FS17) Allows you set up your TV to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VHF/UHF antenna or cable. 4S VIDEO... to the AUX input cannot be viewed in PIP. 2TO CONVERTER (KV-36FS17) This is located on the remote control. You can use these outputs to listen to the left and right audio inputs of the TV. Use this jack instead of a splitter to get better picture quality...
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Newer homes usually have standard coaxial cable: VHF Only or VHF/UHF or Cable 75-ohm coaxial cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV Older homes may have 300-ohm, twin-lead cable: VHF Only or UHF Only or VHF/UHF 300-ohm twin lead cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV Antenna connector Other homes may have both: VHF and UHF 75-ohm coaxial cable 300-ohm twin lead cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV U/V Mixer (not supplied) 12 Installing the TV Basic Connections (Connecting a Cable or Antenna) Connecting Directly to Cable or an Antenna The connection you choose depends on the cable found in your home.
Newer homes usually have standard coaxial cable: VHF Only or VHF/UHF or Cable 75-ohm coaxial cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV Older homes may have 300-ohm, twin-lead cable: VHF Only or UHF Only or VHF/UHF 300-ohm twin lead cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV Antenna connector Other homes may have both: VHF and UHF 75-ohm coaxial cable 300-ohm twin lead cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV U/V Mixer (not supplied) 12 Installing the TV Basic Connections (Connecting a Cable or Antenna) Connecting Directly to Cable or an Antenna The connection you choose depends on the cable found in your home.
Operating Instructions
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...the signal is scrambled. ❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels using an antenna, instead of them (pay channels vs. regular cable channels), and you need to see page 40). Installing the TV Cable and Antenna (KV-36FS17 only) If your TV when the signal is the preferred basic cable... TV hookup to OFF (see page 40). 3 Perform the Auto Program function (see any of the regular ...
...the signal is scrambled. ❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels using an antenna, instead of them (pay channels vs. regular cable channels), and you need to see page 40). Installing the TV Cable and Antenna (KV-36FS17 only) If your TV when the signal is the preferred basic cable... TV hookup to OFF (see page 40). 3 Perform the Auto Program function (see any of the regular ...
Operating Instructions
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... control to switch channels on the cable box ❑ Program the remote control as appropriate) and then use the cable box ❑ Have your TV to switch channels. For details, see "Using the Channel Menu" on page 40. 14 Cable box IN 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) AUX ...the cable box, you to switch between channels from cable box and channels from the previous page) 1 Connect the Cable TV cable to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 2 Using a coaxial cable, connect the TV's TO CONVERTER jack to lock in a specific channel. The Channel Fix feature is a toggle: pressing the button once ...
... control to switch channels on the cable box ❑ Program the remote control as appropriate) and then use the cable box ❑ Have your TV to switch channels. For details, see "Using the Channel Menu" on page 40. 14 Cable box IN 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) AUX ...the cable box, you to switch between channels from cable box and channels from the previous page) 1 Connect the Cable TV cable to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 2 Using a coaxial cable, connect the TV's TO CONVERTER jack to lock in a specific channel. The Channel Fix feature is a toggle: pressing the button once ...
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Cable VHF/UHF Rear of your channels are scrambled, but others are routed through your cable box, only one unscrambled signal is sent to the TV, so you cannot use the PIP feature. When all channels, and ❑ You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment ...to your TV. If some of TV 1 2 IN OUT Cable box 15 Installing the TV Cable Box only Use this hookup if: ❑ You subscribe to a cable TV system that scrambles or encodes all signals, requiring a cable box to view all channels...
Cable VHF/UHF Rear of your channels are scrambled, but others are routed through your cable box, only one unscrambled signal is sent to the TV, so you cannot use the PIP feature. When all channels, and ❑ You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment ...to your TV. If some of TV 1 2 IN OUT Cable box 15 Installing the TV Cable Box only Use this hookup if: ❑ You subscribe to a cable TV system that scrambles or encodes all signals, requiring a cable box to view all channels...
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Because S VIDEO cables carry only the video signal, you can use an S VIDEO cable for sound. Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Use this hookup if you subscribe to a cable TV (CATV) system that does not require a cable box. 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's IN jack. 2 Using a coaxial cable, connect... the VCR's OUT jack to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 3 Using an A/V cable, connect the VCR's Audio and Video OUT jacks to the TV's Audio and Video IN jacks. ✍ If the VCR you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack, you...
Because S VIDEO cables carry only the video signal, you can use an S VIDEO cable for sound. Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Use this hookup if you subscribe to a cable TV (CATV) system that does not require a cable box. 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's IN jack. 2 Using a coaxial cable, connect... the VCR's OUT jack to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 3 Using an A/V cable, connect the VCR's Audio and Video OUT jacks to the TV's Audio and Video IN jacks. ✍ If the VCR you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack, you...