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... service the Product. PARTS: In addition, Sony will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice is evidence that the unit is determined to be defective, Sony will pay the labor charges to any part of the Product, including the antenna. This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal...
... service the Product. PARTS: In addition, Sony will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice is evidence that the unit is determined to be defective, Sony will pay the labor charges to any part of the Product, including the antenna. This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal...
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..., keep the brightness and contrast functions at the rear of the TV with the limits for help. Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in the literature accompanying the appliance. Note to CATV System Installer This reminder is intended to alert the user to operate this instruction manual and at low settings. Doing so could void your dealer. ❑...
..., keep the brightness and contrast functions at the rear of the TV with the limits for help. Note on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in the literature accompanying the appliance. Note to CATV System Installer This reminder is intended to alert the user to operate this instruction manual and at low settings. Doing so could void your dealer. ❑...
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... capacity, since this manual for the specific model of electrical power supplied to direct sunlight. If a snapping or popping sound from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it is operating, unplug the TV and consult your electrician to overturn. WARNING To guard against the possibility of power source indicated on the set should be observed in the installation, use liquid cleaners or...
... capacity, since this manual for the specific model of electrical power supplied to direct sunlight. If a snapping or popping sound from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it is operating, unplug the TV and consult your electrician to overturn. WARNING To guard against the possibility of power source indicated on the set should be observed in the installation, use liquid cleaners or...
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... the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding. Be sure the antenna system is in the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are specified in safe operating condition...
... the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding. Be sure the antenna system is in the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are specified in safe operating condition...
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...Audio Receiver 22 Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 23 Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors 24 Connecting a Digital TV Receiver 25 Connecting a Camcorder 26 Using the CONTROL S Feature 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 Using the Timer Menu 46 Using the Setup Menu 47 Other Information Overview 49 Programming the Remote Control 50 Operating Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control 53 Troubleshooting 55 Specifications...
...Audio Receiver 22 Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 23 Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors 24 Connecting a Digital TV Receiver 25 Connecting a Camcorder 26 Using the CONTROL S Feature 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 Using the Timer Menu 46 Using the Setup Menu 47 Other Information Overview 49 Programming the Remote Control 50 Operating Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control 53 Troubleshooting 55 Specifications...
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... and more naturallooking. ❑ Twin View™: Using Multi-Image Driver (MIDX), Twin View allows you 'll notice is consistent output between programs and commercials. ❑ Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming for younger viewers. ❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p, 480i), and Digital Set-top box (HD1080i) connections. ❑ S VIDEO Inputs: Provides a high-quality video signal from the flat picture tube. The first thing you...
... and more naturallooking. ❑ Twin View™: Using Multi-Image Driver (MIDX), Twin View allows you 'll notice is consistent output between programs and commercials. ❑ Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming for younger viewers. ❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p, 480i), and Digital Set-top box (HD1080i) connections. ❑ S VIDEO Inputs: Provides a high-quality video signal from the flat picture tube. The first thing you...
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... the sound. For high quality sources (i.e., DVD player, Satellite Receiver), this button cycles through the available video picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, Pro. Press again to turn Display off. Displays the satellite program guide. Select the equipment (TV or SAT/CABLE) that are for more advanced functions. Changes between two channels. qa GUIDE qs RESET qd POWER buttons (GREEN) qf FUNCTION buttons Description Press to display the TV on setting the time. Press repeatedly until SLEEP OFF...
... the sound. For high quality sources (i.e., DVD player, Satellite Receiver), this button cycles through the available video picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, Pro. Press again to turn Display off. Displays the satellite program guide. Select the equipment (TV or SAT/CABLE) that are for more advanced functions. Changes between two channels. qa GUIDE qs RESET qd POWER buttons (GREEN) qf FUNCTION buttons Description Press to display the TV on setting the time. Press repeatedly until SLEEP OFF...
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... restore the picture. (Continued on page 30. ql FAVORITES w; Freezes the window picture. Displays the Favorite Channels list. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button Description qg TV/VIDEO Cycles through channels. Press ENTER to you TV's video inputs: TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6. Scan through the video equipment connected to select immediately. qj qk CH +/- For details, see "Using Favorite Channels" on the next page) 5 For details, see "Using Twin View" on /off Twin View.
... restore the picture. (Continued on page 30. ql FAVORITES w; Freezes the window picture. Displays the Favorite Channels list. Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Button Description qg TV/VIDEO Cycles through channels. Press ENTER to you TV's video inputs: TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6. Scan through the video equipment connected to select immediately. qj qk CH +/- For details, see "Using Favorite Channels" on the next page) 5 For details, see "Using Twin View" on /off Twin View.
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... FD Trinitron Wega (Continued from the previous page) wa SYSTEM OFF Powers off all Sony equipment at once. (This feature may not work with older Sony equipment.) ws VCR/DVD CONTROLS m Rewind REC Record M wh Fast-forward wa wj N Play x Stop ws wk X Pause wd DVD MENU Displays the DVD Disc menu wd wl wf Used for DVD player setup menu. wh CODE SET Used for connected video equipment. For instructions, see page 38. 6 wk Use to switch control...
... FD Trinitron Wega (Continued from the previous page) wa SYSTEM OFF Powers off all Sony equipment at once. (This feature may not work with older Sony equipment.) ws VCR/DVD CONTROLS m Rewind REC Record M wh Fast-forward wa wj N Play x Stop ws wk X Pause wd DVD MENU Displays the DVD Disc menu wd wl wf Used for DVD player setup menu. wh CODE SET Used for connected video equipment. For instructions, see page 38. 6 wk Use to switch control...
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... stored location. Use caution when removing the AC plug from its holder. You can detach the cord from hook. Installing the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for Tape Editing Connecting a Satellite Receiver Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR Connecting an Audio Receiver Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors Connecting a DVD Player with a hook. Gently slide the plug in the upward direction to the rear of the TV with A/V Connectors Connecting a Digital TV Receiver Connecting a Camcorder Using the CONTROL S Feature Setting Up...
... stored location. Use caution when removing the AC plug from its holder. You can detach the cord from hook. Installing the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for Tape Editing Connecting a Satellite Receiver Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR Connecting an Audio Receiver Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors Connecting a DVD Player with a hook. Gently slide the plug in the upward direction to the rear of the TV with A/V Connectors Connecting a Digital TV Receiver Connecting a Camcorder Using the CONTROL S Feature Setting Up...
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...; Use the TV remote control to change channels using an antenna, instead of them (pay channels vs. regular cable channels), so you need to TO CONVERTER) TO CONVERTER Antenna cable VHF/UHF Select CABLE or antenna (ANT) mode by pressing ANT on the remote control. CATV cable AUX Rear of TV (No connection to use the cable box - You can display the signal from both AUX and VHF/UHF inputs in the right Twin View picture. 11 To receive channels using your...
...; Use the TV remote control to change channels using an antenna, instead of them (pay channels vs. regular cable channels), so you need to TO CONVERTER) TO CONVERTER Antenna cable VHF/UHF Select CABLE or antenna (ANT) mode by pressing ANT on the remote control. CATV cable AUX Rear of TV (No connection to use the cable box - You can display the signal from both AUX and VHF/UHF inputs in the right Twin View picture. 11 To receive channels using your...
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... S VIDEO cable for sound.) Connect the left (white) and right (red) audio output channels of them (pay channels vs. With this hookup if: ❑ Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, but not all of the VCR to use the Twin View feature. Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Box Use this setup you can: ❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels using your cable box when the signal is not scrambled. (Your TV's tuner provides a better signal...
... S VIDEO cable for sound.) Connect the left (white) and right (red) audio output channels of them (pay channels vs. With this hookup if: ❑ Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, but not all of the VCR to use the Twin View feature. Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Box Use this setup you can: ❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels using your cable box when the signal is not scrambled. (Your TV's tuner provides a better signal...
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... the video signal, you can use an S VIDEO cable for sound. Installing the TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver's SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Using an A/V cable, connect the satellite receiver's Audio and Video OUT jacks to the TV's Audio and Video IN jacks. 3 Connect a coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. ✍ If the receiver you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack, you will need audio cables for improved picture...
... the video signal, you can use an S VIDEO cable for sound. Installing the TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver's SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Using an A/V cable, connect the satellite receiver's Audio and Video OUT jacks to the TV's Audio and Video IN jacks. 3 Connect a coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. ✍ If the receiver you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack, you will need audio cables for improved picture...
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... picture settings. SETUP provides several options for instructions on your TV and allows 46 you to your TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers. Using the Menus Overview To end a menu session: Press MENU button again. PARENT lets you are viewing. It also allows you to second audio programming (SAP), or customizing the effect of the sound on your video inputs, and selecting the language of programs 42 based on -screen...
... picture settings. SETUP provides several options for instructions on your TV and allows 46 you to your TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers. Using the Menus Overview To end a menu session: Press MENU button again. PARENT lets you are viewing. It also allows you to second audio programming (SAP), or customizing the effect of the sound on your video inputs, and selecting the language of programs 42 based on -screen...
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.... Using the Parental Lock blocks programs with a specific rating, but it again. (The Parent menu options appear.) 5 Use the joystick to scroll through the settings. 6 Press to select the desired option. 7 Press MENU to their content and rating levels. Using the Menus Using the Parent Menu The Parent menu allows you lose your password, see "Lost password" on the remote control to enter your four-digit password. 4 Confirm your password for any future access...
.... Using the Parental Lock blocks programs with a specific rating, but it again. (The Parent menu options appear.) 5 Use the joystick to scroll through the settings. 6 Press to select the desired option. 7 Press MENU to their content and rating levels. Using the Menus Using the Parent Menu The Parent menu allows you lose your password, see "Lost password" on the remote control to enter your four-digit password. 4 Confirm your password for any future access...
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...; Adjust the Color settings in the Video menu (see page 36). ❏ Check the antenna/cable connections. ❏ Try another channel (it could be station trouble. ❏ Batteries could be weak. when watching connected equipment, set to VIDEO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6, as cars, neon signs, or hair- Other Information Troubleshooting Problem No picture (screen not lit), no sound Remote control does not operate Dark, poor or no picture (screen lit), good sound Good picture, no sound Cannot receive upper channels (UHF...
...; Adjust the Color settings in the Video menu (see page 36). ❏ Check the antenna/cable connections. ❏ Try another channel (it could be station trouble. ❏ Batteries could be weak. when watching connected equipment, set to VIDEO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6, as cars, neon signs, or hair- Other Information Troubleshooting Problem No picture (screen not lit), no sound Remote control does not operate Dark, poor or no picture (screen lit), good sound Good picture, no sound Cannot receive upper channels (UHF...
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... program ❏ Both may be set to the AUX input on the ❏ You have selected a text option in TV memory (see page 40). Try changing channels in either the in the right picture. The cable box will only work if your cable system provides an unscrambled signal.) I get closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text 1-4. when using the cable box's remote control. it . If possible, run a direct cable...
... program ❏ Both may be set to the AUX input on the ❏ You have selected a text option in TV memory (see page 40). Try changing channels in either the in the right picture. The cable box will only work if your cable system provides an unscrambled signal.) I get closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text 1-4. when using the cable box's remote control. it . If possible, run a direct cable...
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... channels creating labels 41 setting up 28 closed caption modes 47 Code Set button 6 color temperature, adjusting 37 color, adjusting 36 Connecting: Audio receiver 22 Cable or antenna 10-13 Cable box 11-13, 15-16 Camcorder 26 Digital TV receiver 25 DVD player 23, 24 Satellite receiver 19-21 VCR 14-18 with Satellite receiver 20 Contents of package 3 CONTROL S 27 Controls and connectors 8-9 Converter 12 D Demo, menus 48 Digital Reality Creation 2, 37 Display button 4 Display, turning off 4 DRC, see Digital Reality Creation DVD player using with component video...
... channels creating labels 41 setting up 28 closed caption modes 47 Code Set button 6 color temperature, adjusting 37 color, adjusting 36 Connecting: Audio receiver 22 Cable or antenna 10-13 Cable box 11-13, 15-16 Camcorder 26 Digital TV receiver 25 DVD player 23, 24 Satellite receiver 19-21 VCR 14-18 with Satellite receiver 20 Contents of package 3 CONTROL S 27 Controls and connectors 8-9 Converter 12 D Demo, menus 48 Digital Reality Creation 2, 37 Display button 4 Display, turning off 4 DRC, see Digital Reality Creation DVD player using with component video...
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... 36 I inputs, labeling 48 Installation 10-26 J Jump button 4 L label channels 41 video inputs 48 Languages, setting for closed captioning 48 Locking programs 42-45 M Manufacturer's codes 52 MDP, using with TV remote control 54 Menu button 5 menus Audio 35, 38 Channel 35, 40 Channel Setup 40 Parent 35, 42 Parental Control 42 Setup 35, 47 Timer 35, 46 Video 35, 36 Muting 4 60 P Parent menu 35, 42 parental control, described 2 password changing 43, 56 picture contrast, adjusting 36 picture definition, adjusting 37 Picture Mode 4, 36 Picture size, adjusting in Twin View 33 power cord, removing...
... 36 I inputs, labeling 48 Installation 10-26 J Jump button 4 L label channels 41 video inputs 48 Languages, setting for closed captioning 48 Locking programs 42-45 M Manufacturer's codes 52 MDP, using with TV remote control 54 Menu button 5 menus Audio 35, 38 Channel 35, 40 Channel Setup 40 Parent 35, 42 Parental Control 42 Setup 35, 47 Timer 35, 46 Video 35, 36 Muting 4 60 P Parent menu 35, 42 parental control, described 2 password changing 43, 56 picture contrast, adjusting 36 picture definition, adjusting 37 Picture Mode 4, 36 Picture size, adjusting in Twin View 33 power cord, removing...
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... saving 46 Timer setting 46 tilt, correcting 48 Timer menu 35, 46 treble, adjusting 38 troubleshooting 55-56 TV Function button 4 TV Power button 4 TV/VIDEO button 5 Twin View 31 Twin View activating a picture 32 changing the picture size 33 displaying a picture 31 V VCR connecting two, for tape editing 18 using with TV remote control 53 with cable box, connecting 15 with cable, connecting 14 with satellite receiver, connecting 20 VCR/DVD Power button 6 Velocity Modulation 2, 37 video inputs, labeling 48 Video menu 35, 36 Video Modes, selecting 36 W Wega, described 2 widescreen...
... saving 46 Timer setting 46 tilt, correcting 48 Timer menu 35, 46 treble, adjusting 38 troubleshooting 55-56 TV Function button 4 TV Power button 4 TV/VIDEO button 5 Twin View 31 Twin View activating a picture 32 changing the picture size 33 displaying a picture 31 V VCR connecting two, for tape editing 18 using with TV remote control 53 with cable box, connecting 15 with cable, connecting 14 with satellite receiver, connecting 20 VCR/DVD Power button 6 Velocity Modulation 2, 37 video inputs, labeling 48 Video menu 35, 36 Video Modes, selecting 36 W Wega, described 2 widescreen...