FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... in the near future include digital video recorders DHG-HDD250 & DHG-HDD500 and the following digital televisions (DTVs): • KD-34XBR960 • KD-30XS955 • KD-34XS955 • KD-36XS955 • KDP-51WS655 • KDP-57WS655 • KDE-37XS955 • KDE-42XS955 • KDE-50XS955 • KDF...work? 2 This device can receive unencrypted or unscrambled video signals through direct connection to cable networks. Plug-and-Play is DCR. Sony DCR products that are available to a cable system providing such programming. How does DCR benefit consumers? The generic term for these...
... in the near future include digital video recorders DHG-HDD250 & DHG-HDD500 and the following digital televisions (DTVs): • KD-34XBR960 • KD-30XS955 • KD-34XS955 • KD-36XS955 • KDP-51WS655 • KDP-57WS655 • KDE-37XS955 • KDE-42XS955 • KDE-50XS955 • KDF...work? 2 This device can receive unencrypted or unscrambled video signals through direct connection to cable networks. Plug-and-Play is DCR. Sony DCR products that are available to a cable system providing such programming. How does DCR benefit consumers? The generic term for these...
Operating Instructions
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4-102-728-21 (1) Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net KD-30XS955 I KD-34XS955 I KD-36XS955 Operating Instructions Printed in U.S.A. © 2004 Sony Corporation
4-102-728-21 (1) Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net KD-30XS955 I KD-34XS955 I KD-36XS955 Operating Instructions Printed in U.S.A. © 2004 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... Features Overview ...51 Watching TV 52 Using the Program Guide 53 Using Additional Program Guide Options 54 Using Screen Mode (models KD-30/34XS955 Only 55 Using Screen Mode (models KD-36XS955 Only 57 Using Favorite Channels 58 Using the Channel Menu 58 Using the Favorite Channels Guide 58 Using Other Equipment with Your...
... Features Overview ...51 Watching TV 52 Using the Program Guide 53 Using Additional Program Guide Options 54 Using Screen Mode (models KD-30/34XS955 Only 55 Using Screen Mode (models KD-36XS955 Only 57 Using Favorite Channels 58 Using the Channel Menu 58 Using the Favorite Channels Guide 58 Using Other Equipment with Your...
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...77 Navigating Through Menus 77 Using the Video Menu 78 Using the Audio Menu 80 Using the Screen Menu (models KD-30/34XS955 Only 82 Using the Screen Menu (model KD-36XS955 Only 83 Using the Channel Menu 84 Using the Parent Menu 86 Using the Setup Menu 89 Using the Applications ...Menu 92 Other Information Overview ...95 Glossary ...96 Contacting Sony 97 Troubleshooting 97 Remote Control 97 Channels 98 CableCARD 98 Memory ...
...77 Navigating Through Menus 77 Using the Video Menu 78 Using the Audio Menu 80 Using the Screen Menu (models KD-30/34XS955 Only 82 Using the Screen Menu (model KD-36XS955 Only 83 Using the Channel Menu 84 Using the Parent Menu 86 Using the Setup Menu 89 Using the Applications ...Menu 92 Other Information Overview ...95 Glossary ...96 Contacting Sony 97 Troubleshooting 97 Remote Control 97 Channels 98 CableCARD 98 Memory ...
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Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Topic Watching TV Using the Program Guide Using Screen Mode (models KD-30/34XS955 Only) Using Screen Mode (models KD-36XS955 Only) Using Favorite Channels Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control Page 52 53 55 57 58 59 51
Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Topic Watching TV Using the Program Guide Using Screen Mode (models KD-30/34XS955 Only) Using Screen Mode (models KD-36XS955 Only) Using Favorite Channels Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control Page 52 53 55 57 58 59 51
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SETUP SETUP SETUP Using Screen Mode (models KD-36XS955 Only) The Screen Mode feature is useful when a 480i signal has been upconverted to 720p or 1080i with black bars visible at left, right, top, ...
SETUP SETUP SETUP Using Screen Mode (models KD-36XS955 Only) The Screen Mode feature is useful when a 480i signal has been upconverted to 720p or 1080i with black bars visible at left, right, top, ...
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KD-30/34XS955 Only The Screen Menu allows you to the following features: Menu Description Page The Video Menu allows you are viewing, select Advanced Video options, .... The Parental Lock Menu lets you to make changes to second audio programming (SAP) or customizing the Effect of 86 programs based on your TV. KD-36XS955 Only The Screen Menu allows you control the viewing of the sound on their ratings.
KD-30/34XS955 Only The Screen Menu allows you to the following features: Menu Description Page The Video Menu allows you are viewing, select Advanced Video options, .... The Parental Lock Menu lets you to make changes to second audio programming (SAP) or customizing the Effect of 86 programs based on your TV. KD-36XS955 Only The Screen Menu allows you control the viewing of the sound on their ratings.
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... 16:9 with widescreen DVDs, set to determine the formatting for digital 16:9 pictures. Returns to Auto when you to VIDEO 1-7. Using the Screen Menu (model KD-36XS955 Only) To access the Screen Menu, follow these steps: 1. Display Menu 2. Provides enhanced picture resolution for both standard-definition (480i/480p) and high-definition (720p...
... 16:9 with widescreen DVDs, set to determine the formatting for digital 16:9 pictures. Returns to Auto when you to VIDEO 1-7. Using the Screen Menu (model KD-36XS955 Only) To access the Screen Menu, follow these steps: 1. Display Menu 2. Provides enhanced picture resolution for both standard-definition (480i/480p) and high-definition (720p...
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... several closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption). To exit the Menu, press MENU. Setup Menu for KD-30/34XS955 Selecting Setup Options Setup Menu for KD-36XS955 The Setup Menu includes the following options: Option Caption Vision Info Banner Description Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision...
... several closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption). To exit the Menu, press MENU. Setup Menu for KD-30/34XS955 Selecting Setup Options Setup Menu for KD-36XS955 The Setup Menu includes the following options: Option Caption Vision Info Banner Description Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision...
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...) information into two separate portions. That part of the frequency spectrum that is turned on the TV screen and then the even lines. KD-36XS955 models have a a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio. 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio Other SETUP SETUP component video Component video is... sent through three cables: two color shade (chrominance) signals and one brightness (luminance) signal. Provides 720 lines of resolution. KD-30/34XS955 models have a 4:3 aspect ratio; Other Info Glossary analog signal aspect ratio A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the TV...
...) information into two separate portions. That part of the frequency spectrum that is turned on the TV screen and then the even lines. KD-36XS955 models have a a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio. 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio Other SETUP SETUP component video Component video is... sent through three cables: two color shade (chrominance) signals and one brightness (luminance) signal. Provides 720 lines of resolution. KD-30/34XS955 models have a 4:3 aspect ratio; Other Info Glossary analog signal aspect ratio A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the TV...
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...Impedance (output): 2 kilohms Optical Rectangular PCMCIA Type I/II Remote Control AA (R6) Batteries KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 7.5 W x 2 + 15 W subwoofer KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 RM-Y199 2 supplied for VHF/UHF NTSC American TV Standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial) ATSC compliant...measured diagonally) Actual CRT Size (picture measured diagonally) Speaker Output Dimensions (W x H x D) Mass FD Trinitron® tube 75 ohm external terminal for remote control 30 in (762 mm) 34 in (863.6 mm) 36 in (914.4 mm) 32 in (...
...Impedance (output): 2 kilohms Optical Rectangular PCMCIA Type I/II Remote Control AA (R6) Batteries KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 7.5 W x 2 + 15 W subwoofer KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 RM-Y199 2 supplied for VHF/UHF NTSC American TV Standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial) ATSC compliant...measured diagonally) Actual CRT Size (picture measured diagonally) Speaker Output Dimensions (W x H x D) Mass FD Trinitron® tube 75 ohm external terminal for remote control 30 in (762 mm) 34 in (863.6 mm) 36 in (914.4 mm) 32 in (...
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Accessory Cables TV Stands Description Audio/Video Audio Component Video KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 Model Number VMC-810/820/830 HG RKC-515HG VMC-10/30 HG SU-30HX1 SU-34HX1 SU-36HX1 Other SETUP SETUP SETUP Other Info 104 Other Info Power Consumption Optional Accessories KD-30XS955 In Use: 220 W In Standby: 3 W In CableCARD Standby: 20 W KD-34XS955 In Use: 250 W In Standby: 3 W In CableCARD Standby: 20 W KD-36XS955 In Use: 270 W In Standby: 3 W In CableCARD Standby: 20 W Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Accessory Cables TV Stands Description Audio/Video Audio Component Video KD-30XS955 KD-34XS955 KD-36XS955 Model Number VMC-810/820/830 HG RKC-515HG VMC-10/30 HG SU-30HX1 SU-34HX1 SU-36HX1 Other SETUP SETUP SETUP Other Info 104 Other Info Power Consumption Optional Accessories KD-30XS955 In Use: 220 W In Standby: 3 W In CableCARD Standby: 20 W KD-34XS955 In Use: 250 W In Standby: 3 W In CableCARD Standby: 20 W KD-36XS955 In Use: 270 W In Standby: 3 W In CableCARD Standby: 20 W Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Marketing Specifications
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... to 65%(16 x 9 base). The result is a more detailed image for both moving and still images, higher resolution picture quality, and better edge detail. KD-30/34/36XS955 30" FD Trinitron® WEGA® Hi-Scan® TV • Super Fine Pitch CRT • Hi-Scan 1080i™ Display • ATSC Integrated Tuner and Digital Cable Ready...
... to 65%(16 x 9 base). The result is a more detailed image for both moving and still images, higher resolution picture quality, and better edge detail. KD-30/34/36XS955 30" FD Trinitron® WEGA® Hi-Scan® TV • Super Fine Pitch CRT • Hi-Scan 1080i™ Display • ATSC Integrated Tuner and Digital Cable Ready...
Marketing Specifications
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... file format must be restored before they can be formatted on a PC to change without notice. KD-30/34/36XS955 30" FD Trinitron® WEGA® Hi-Scan® TV Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 For more information: http://www.sony.com/dn Features Video • Dynamic Focus™ Circuitry • Dynamic Picture™ Circuitry •...
... file format must be restored before they can be formatted on a PC to change without notice. KD-30/34/36XS955 30" FD Trinitron® WEGA® Hi-Scan® TV Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 For more information: http://www.sony.com/dn Features Video • Dynamic Focus™ Circuitry • Dynamic Picture™ Circuitry •...
