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...and the SRS symbol (z) are trademarks of Sony Corporation. FD Trinitron and the Wega logo are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. These limits are provided on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with the limits for energy efficiency. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are designed to the point... your authority to correct the interference by one way. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for model KV-36FV26 to them whenever you are the result of misuse. Note on the front of this equipment does cause harmful interference to ...
...and the SRS symbol (z) are trademarks of Sony Corporation. FD Trinitron and the Wega logo are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. These limits are provided on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with the limits for energy efficiency. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are designed to the point... your authority to correct the interference by one way. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for model KV-36FV26 to them whenever you are the result of misuse. Note on the front of this equipment does cause harmful interference to ...
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... create a fire hazard. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for some TV sets to insert the plug into the set with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having one way. Object and Liquid Entry ...of any kind into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Never spill liquid of any kind on the serial/model plate. for grounding).Follow the instructions below: For the set through the cabinet slots as a bookcase, or built-in the operating instructions ...
... create a fire hazard. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for some TV sets to insert the plug into the set with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having one way. Object and Liquid Entry ...of any kind into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Never spill liquid of any kind on the serial/model plate. for grounding).Follow the instructions below: For the set through the cabinet slots as a bookcase, or built-in the operating instructions ...
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...the corners - This flat-screen technology improves picture detail without disturbing anyone else, (models KV-32FV26, 36FV26 only). 2 Features Some of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you can enjoy a bright, clear picture from...TV include: ❑ 16:9 Enhancement: Vertical Compression technology that sharpens picture definition. ❑ Steady Sound: Equalizes volume levels so there is characterized by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-tocorner detail. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega...
...the corners - This flat-screen technology improves picture detail without disturbing anyone else, (models KV-32FV26, 36FV26 only). 2 Features Some of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you can enjoy a bright, clear picture from...TV include: ❑ 16:9 Enhancement: Vertical Compression technology that sharpens picture definition. ❑ Steady Sound: Equalizes volume levels so there is characterized by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-tocorner detail. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega...
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...whenever you will not be used for immediate selection. VOL MENU CH RESET VTR 1 2 3 DVD/MDP TV/SAT GUIDE RESET VOL MENU CH Move Select Joystick: (models KV-32FV26, 36FV26 only) Move Select Arrow buttons: (all video inputs. button. CH +/- on the batteries ...TV (POWER) 0 - 9 and ENTER Press 0 - 9 to select a channel, the channel changes after 2 seconds. MENU For details, see "Using the Remote Control" on the remote control you anticipate that the remote control will probably use most often. To Do This ... Using the Remote Control Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega...
...whenever you will not be used for immediate selection. VOL MENU CH RESET VTR 1 2 3 DVD/MDP TV/SAT GUIDE RESET VOL MENU CH Move Select Joystick: (models KV-32FV26, 36FV26 only) Move Select Arrow buttons: (all video inputs. button. CH +/- on the batteries ...TV (POWER) 0 - 9 and ENTER Press 0 - 9 to select a channel, the channel changes after 2 seconds. MENU For details, see "Using the Remote Control" on the remote control you anticipate that the remote control will probably use most often. To Do This ... Using the Remote Control Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega...
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...need to turn your cable box, you may find this set up convenient. ✍ This connection applies to all models except KV-36FS12. Cable Box Connections Some pay cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all channel selection through your Cable to OFF ...and perform the Auto Program function (see page 29). 7 Installing the TV Cable and Antenna If your cable service to ...
...need to turn your cable box, you may find this set up convenient. ✍ This connection applies to all models except KV-36FS12. Cable Box Connections Some pay cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all channel selection through your Cable to OFF ...and perform the Auto Program function (see page 29). 7 Installing the TV Cable and Antenna If your cable service to ...
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...CATV) channels by pressing ANT on page 42). Cable box IN OUT AUX Rear of TV TO CONVERTER 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Signal VHF/UHF CATV cable (unscrambled channels) ✍ Your Sony remote control can switch between the AUX and normal (CATV) input you should consider using... Favorite Channel or PIP, you are connecting a cable box through the AUX input and would like to all models except KV-36FS12. When using the Channel Fix feature ...
...CATV) channels by pressing ANT on page 42). Cable box IN OUT AUX Rear of TV TO CONVERTER 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Signal VHF/UHF CATV cable (unscrambled channels) ✍ Your Sony remote control can switch between the AUX and normal (CATV) input you should consider using... Favorite Channel or PIP, you are connecting a cable box through the AUX input and would like to all models except KV-36FS12. When using the Channel Fix feature ...
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VCR Coaxial cable Cable box TV Coaxial cable Cable AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) VIDEO (yellow) A/V cable 10 Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Box ✍ This connection applies to all models except KV-36FS12. 1 Connect your incoming cable connection to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 2 Using... a coaxial cable, connect the cable box's IN jack to the TV's TO CONVERTER jack. 3 Using a...
VCR Coaxial cable Cable box TV Coaxial cable Cable AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) VIDEO (yellow) A/V cable 10 Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Box ✍ This connection applies to all models except KV-36FS12. 1 Connect your incoming cable connection to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 2 Using... a coaxial cable, connect the cable box's IN jack to the TV's TO CONVERTER jack. 3 Using a...
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If you connect two VCRs, you can use the TV's MONITOR OUT feature to perform tape-to all models except KV-36FS12 and 36FS16. In the connection shown below, the TV functions as a monitor and sends the program being played by pressing the TV/VIDEO button on your TV. ✍ You cannot record signals from equipment connected to...
If you connect two VCRs, you can use the TV's MONITOR OUT feature to perform tape-to all models except KV-36FS12 and 36FS16. In the connection shown below, the TV functions as a monitor and sends the program being played by pressing the TV/VIDEO button on your TV. ✍ You cannot record signals from equipment connected to...
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... button on the remote control, press the POWER button on page 29. TV Setting Up the TV Automatically After you finish connecting your TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. The first time you to control your TV, you need to run Auto Setup or press CH- Installing the...the TV, the Auto Setup screen appears. 2 Press CH+ to run Auto Setup to exit. ✍ You can run Auto Program again by selecting it in the Channel menu, as described on the TV. to set up your TV's remote control, use a cable box for all models except KV-36FS12 and 36FS16. The TV ...
... button on the remote control, press the POWER button on page 29. TV Setting Up the TV Automatically After you finish connecting your TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. The first time you to control your TV, you need to run Auto Setup or press CH- Installing the...the TV, the Auto Setup screen appears. 2 Press CH+ to run Auto Setup to exit. ✍ You can run Auto Program again by selecting it in the Channel menu, as described on the TV. to set up your TV's remote control, use a cable box for all models except KV-36FS12 and 36FS16. The TV ...
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Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use new features of your TV, including: Topic Using Favorite Channels Using Picture in Picture (PIP) Using Wireless Headphones Page 20 21 22 Applies to Models All models All models except KV- 36FS12 KV-32FV26, 36FV26 only 19
Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use new features of your TV, including: Topic Using Favorite Channels Using Picture in Picture (PIP) Using Wireless Headphones Page 20 21 22 Applies to Models All models All models except KV- 36FS12 KV-32FV26, 36FV26 only 19
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...control PIP with the yellow labeled buttons. Yellow Labeled Button or PIP * TV/VIDEO * AUDIO * CH +/* POSITION * FREEZE SWAP Description Turns on the inside panel of the window picture. Other PIP Functions On models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26, buttons with the window picture. 21 Switches the main ...(*) are located on /off PIP. one in the large main window and another in a small window picture. ✍ The Picture in model KV-36FS12. Press repeatedly to restore the picture. Changes the channel in the window picture. The sound symbol (9) appears, which picture is currently receiving...
...control PIP with the yellow labeled buttons. Yellow Labeled Button or PIP * TV/VIDEO * AUDIO * CH +/* POSITION * FREEZE SWAP Description Turns on the inside panel of the window picture. Other PIP Functions On models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26, buttons with the window picture. 21 Switches the main ...(*) are located on /off PIP. one in the large main window and another in a small window picture. ✍ The Picture in model KV-36FS12. Press repeatedly to restore the picture. Changes the channel in the window picture. The sound symbol (9) appears, which picture is currently receiving...
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...CATV cable. Using the Menus Selecting Channel Options z Channels that you want your TV fixed to be skipped can be accessed only with their station call letters. 29 AUX 2-6 (All models except KV-36FS12.) Select when a cable box or satellite receiver is connected to 40 channels... includes the following options: Option Description Favorite Channel Program up to the AUX input (see page 20. Auto Program Automatically programs the TV for channel selection. buttons. Select the appropriate channel number (usually 3 or 4) and use Favorite Channel, see page 8). Channel Skip...
...CATV cable. Using the Menus Selecting Channel Options z Channels that you want your TV fixed to be skipped can be accessed only with their station call letters. 29 AUX 2-6 (All models except KV-36FS12.) Select when a cable box or satellite receiver is connected to 40 channels... includes the following options: Option Description Favorite Channel Program up to the AUX input (see page 20. Auto Program Automatically programs the TV for channel selection. buttons. Select the appropriate channel number (usually 3 or 4) and use Favorite Channel, see page 8). Channel Skip...
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... and General Audience. PG Parental Guidance suggested . TV-MA Mature Audience only. Block Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating Content-Based Options FV Fantasy Violence. For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following programs ...may contain more intense violence. For Canadian models, see page 32. R Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17. TV-G General Audience. TV-PG Parental Guidance suggested . L Strong Language. S Sexual situations. z To...
... and General Audience. PG Parental Guidance suggested . TV-MA Mature Audience only. Block Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating Content-Based Options FV Fantasy Violence. For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following programs ...may contain more intense violence. For Canadian models, see page 32. R Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17. TV-G General Audience. TV-PG Parental Guidance suggested . L Strong Language. S Sexual situations. z To...
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..., your Parental Controls settings are reactivated. 32 To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the Parental Lock. When the TV is turned on page 31 for ages under 16. 18 ans+ Programming restricted to a blocked program. Option English Rating French... 16 ans+ Not recommended for details. For US models, see page 31. G General programming. This temporarily switches off the TV. C8 Children 8 years and older. Using the Menus Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. Viewing...
..., your Parental Controls settings are reactivated. 32 To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the Parental Lock. When the TV is turned on page 31 for ages under 16. 18 ans+ Programming restricted to a blocked program. Option English Rating French... 16 ans+ Not recommended for details. For US models, see page 31. G General programming. This temporarily switches off the TV. C8 Children 8 years and older. Using the Menus Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. Viewing...
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Press TV/VIDEO and select from one of on-screen menus. 35 Using the Menus Option 16:9 Enhanced Demo Description Provides enhanced picture resolution for widescreen sources, such as DVD (only available when the TV is received (models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26 only). OFF To turn off 16:9. z To use this feature with widescreen DVDs, set your DVD player to 16:9 aspect ratio. ON To activate manually. Runs a demonstration of the following options: AUTO To activate automatically when a 16:9 signal is in VIDEO mode).
Press TV/VIDEO and select from one of on-screen menus. 35 Using the Menus Option 16:9 Enhanced Demo Description Provides enhanced picture resolution for widescreen sources, such as DVD (only available when the TV is received (models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26 only). OFF To turn off 16:9. z To use this feature with widescreen DVDs, set your DVD player to 16:9 aspect ratio. ON To activate manually. Runs a demonstration of the following options: AUTO To activate automatically when a 16:9 signal is in VIDEO mode).
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The arrow buttons (Vv) move the on -screen menus. TV Rear Panel Model KV-36FS12 Model KV-36FS16 38 Pressing the MENU button brings up the on -screen cursor in the menus and the ( ) button selects the menu item. Other Information TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Menu Controls The front panel menu controls allow access to the on-screen menus without the use of a remote control.
The arrow buttons (Vv) move the on -screen menus. TV Rear Panel Model KV-36FS12 Model KV-36FS16 38 Pressing the MENU button brings up the on -screen cursor in the menus and the ( ) button selects the menu item. Other Information TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Menu Controls The front panel menu controls allow access to the on-screen menus without the use of a remote control.
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... (MONO)/R or video component. MONITOR OUT (except models KV-36FS12 and 36FS16) Lets you record the program you're watching to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video components. S-LINK CONTROL-S IN/OUT (except models KV-36FS12 and 36FS16) Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control... signals to a VCR. Y, PB, PR, L, R Connects to your TV as a monitor for tape ...
... (MONO)/R or video component. MONITOR OUT (except models KV-36FS12 and 36FS16) Lets you record the program you're watching to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video components. S-LINK CONTROL-S IN/OUT (except models KV-36FS12 and 36FS16) Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control... signals to a VCR. Y, PB, PR, L, R Connects to your TV as a monitor for tape ...
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...through the available video picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, Sports. Press repeatedly to step through available video inputs: TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4. RM-Y171 is for model KV- * DVD MENU 36FS16 only. Turns the DVD player, MDP player, or VTR (VCR) on and off . Turns on/off all... Sony equipment at once. (This feature may not work with older Sony equipment.) Activates the remote control for more advanced functions....
...through the available video picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, Sports. Press repeatedly to step through available video inputs: TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4. RM-Y171 is for model KV- * DVD MENU 36FS16 only. Turns the DVD player, MDP player, or VTR (VCR) on and off . Turns on/off all... Sony equipment at once. (This feature may not work with older Sony equipment.) Activates the remote control for more advanced functions....
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...Other Information Description Press repeatedly until SLEEP OFF appears. Cancel by pressing until the TV displays the time in SAT FUNCTION mode. For details, see page 42). 41 Resets the TV to operate non-Sony video equipment. Used for programming the remote control to the factory default settings for...(Second Audio Program), and Mono (see page 28 for models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26 only. MUTING POWER VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE TV FUNCTION TV/VTR VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE TV REC TITLE DVD MENU MTS/SAP AUDIO FREEZE CH + POSITION TV/VIDEO CH - Pressing down on the center of your satellite...
...Other Information Description Press repeatedly until SLEEP OFF appears. Cancel by pressing until the TV displays the time in SAT FUNCTION mode. For details, see page 42). 41 Resets the TV to operate non-Sony video equipment. Used for programming the remote control to the factory default settings for...(Second Audio Program), and Mono (see page 28 for models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26 only. MUTING POWER VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE TV FUNCTION TV/VTR VTR/DVD SAT/CABLE TV REC TITLE DVD MENU MTS/SAP AUDIO FREEZE CH + POSITION TV/VIDEO CH - Pressing down on the center of your satellite...
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...by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment with the remote control. 1 Turn to operate Sony brand video equipment. Press VTR/DVD or SAT/CABLE. (For models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26, move the slide switch to be used with the supplied remote control. Enter the three-digit ..., the code number you previously entered at the component 3 and press the POWER button that corresponds with that you want to control with the TV's remote control, use the number listed first to complete the following procedures to program the remote control. ✍ The equipment must have video ...
...by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment with the remote control. 1 Turn to operate Sony brand video equipment. Press VTR/DVD or SAT/CABLE. (For models KV-32FV26 and 36FV26, move the slide switch to be used with the supplied remote control. Enter the three-digit ..., the code number you previously entered at the component 3 and press the POWER button that corresponds with that you want to control with the TV's remote control, use the number listed first to complete the following procedures to program the remote control. ✍ The equipment must have video ...