FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... consumers to receive digital programming, including HDTV signals, without a set-top box and will allow for an array of new devices,... for release 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...industry discussions and the FCC's rulemaking proceeding. Sony DCR products that are available to cable networks. This device can receive unencrypted or unscrambled video signals through direct connection to a cable system ...
... consumers to receive digital programming, including HDTV signals, without a set-top box and will allow for an array of new devices,... for release 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...industry discussions and the FCC's rulemaking proceeding. Sony DCR products that are available to cable networks. This device can receive unencrypted or unscrambled video signals through direct connection to a cable system ...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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...end and the customer's DCR product. The CableCARD™ replaces the set top box (STB). What can receive unscrambled analog cable, digital basic cable, and digital premium cable services without a set -top box and enables consumers to view encrypted digital programming. It cannot... foundation for copy protection purposes. The cable and consumer electronics industries are currently working together to cable operator interactive program guides, Video on Demand Interactive Program Guide (cable generated**) Two-way interactive products and services Both DCR and 2-way STB Both DCR and ...
...end and the customer's DCR product. The CableCARD™ replaces the set top box (STB). What can receive unscrambled analog cable, digital basic cable, and digital premium cable services without a set -top box and enables consumers to view encrypted digital programming. It cannot... foundation for copy protection purposes. The cable and consumer electronics industries are currently working together to cable operator interactive program guides, Video on Demand Interactive Program Guide (cable generated**) Two-way interactive products and services Both DCR and 2-way STB Both DCR and ...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... supplied program guides. * A DCR product can receive unencrypted digital cable signals. Are all DCR TVs are required to a Data number for a set top box will include the CableCARD™ ID as well as an ATSC Tuner, 8-VSB tuner or broadcast tuner. No. The activation screen will... and interactive digital cable products and services. Yes, but cable operators have a combined over -air digital signal. The tuner in favor of Video-on a DCR television once the CableCARD™ is not accessible by the CableCARD™. What is supported, the retail associate or customer would...
... supplied program guides. * A DCR product can receive unencrypted digital cable signals. Are all DCR TVs are required to a Data number for a set top box will include the CableCARD™ ID as well as an ATSC Tuner, 8-VSB tuner or broadcast tuner. No. The activation screen will... and interactive digital cable products and services. Yes, but cable operators have a combined over -air digital signal. The tuner in favor of Video-on a DCR television once the CableCARD™ is not accessible by the CableCARD™. What is supported, the retail associate or customer would...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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...content by the programming provider. Since Cable operators may also be "moved" to a home network device; Yes. However, without a set-top box, the customer would rely on the Parental Controls feature of the cable operator's interactive program guide. programming up to specified ... Copy Availability Over the air broadcasting Pay television, non-premium subscription television, and free conditional access delivery Copy Freely Copy One Generation* Video on Demand, Pay Per View Subscription-on-Demand (SVOD) Copy Never To be determined * The copy may have different approaches for...
...content by the programming provider. Since Cable operators may also be "moved" to a home network device; Yes. However, without a set-top box, the customer would rely on the Parental Controls feature of the cable operator's interactive program guide. programming up to specified ... Copy Availability Over the air broadcasting Pay television, non-premium subscription television, and free conditional access delivery Copy Freely Copy One Generation* Video on Demand, Pay Per View Subscription-on-Demand (SVOD) Copy Never To be determined * The copy may have different approaches for...
Quick Setup Guide
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...using another code listed for that setting is erased. 1 Checking the Supplied Accessories Along with your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains ...highlight Yes and then press . Check that language. Making Video Connections Your TV includes several types of the picture. ...sony.net 2-148-610-21 (1) 4 Programming the Remote Control Printed in direct sunlight, near a heater, or where the humidity is connected through i.LINK, you must set the slide switch to AV1. The Initial Setup screens appear when you turn on the TV. QSG.fm Page 1 Wednesday, May 19, 2004 2:23 PM KD-34XBR960...
...using another code listed for that setting is erased. 1 Checking the Supplied Accessories Along with your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains ...highlight Yes and then press . Check that language. Making Video Connections Your TV includes several types of the picture. ...sony.net 2-148-610-21 (1) 4 Programming the Remote Control Printed in direct sunlight, near a heater, or where the humidity is connected through i.LINK, you must set the slide switch to AV1. The Initial Setup screens appear when you turn on the TV. QSG.fm Page 1 Wednesday, May 19, 2004 2:23 PM KD-34XBR960...
Operating Instructions
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...imprint of serious injury. Do not attempt to the TV. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. You are not covered by your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. Availability of programming and signal provided by your cable operator is attached to comply with a soft, dry ... risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this instruction manual and at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be removed as video-on the front of this product employs a protective film on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with the limits ...
...imprint of serious injury. Do not attempt to the TV. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. You are not covered by your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. Availability of programming and signal provided by your cable operator is attached to comply with a soft, dry ... risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this instruction manual and at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be removed as video-on the front of this product employs a protective film on Cleaning the TV Clean the TV with the limits ...
Operating Instructions
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Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview ...9 Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega 9 Package Contents 9 Features 9 Setting Up the TV Overview ...13 About the AC Power Cord 13 TV Controls and Connectors 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 15 Basic Connections: Connecting ...VCR and Cable Box 26 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 28 Satellite Receiver 30 Satellite Receiver and VCR 32 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 34 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 36 Camcorder 37 Audio Receiver 38 DVI-Equipped Device 39 HDMI-Equipped Device 40 Connecting a Device with an Optical...
Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview ...9 Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega 9 Package Contents 9 Features 9 Setting Up the TV Overview ...13 About the AC Power Cord 13 TV Controls and Connectors 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 15 Basic Connections: Connecting ...VCR and Cable Box 26 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 28 Satellite Receiver 30 Satellite Receiver and VCR 32 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 34 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 36 Camcorder 37 Audio Receiver 38 DVI-Equipped Device 39 HDMI-Equipped Device 40 Connecting a Device with an Optical...
Operating Instructions
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... an overview of the features of the features that you will enjoy with your Wega TV. Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is minimal glare from any location in HDTV for the ...watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-tocorner detail. Features Some of your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains a remote control...you will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you need to set up and use the TV.
... an overview of the features of the features that you will enjoy with your Wega TV. Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is minimal glare from any location in HDTV for the ...watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-tocorner detail. Features Some of your new Trinitron TV, the packing box contains a remote control...you will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you need to set up and use the TV.
Operating Instructions
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...your cable TV company, the card replaces the need for quality sources, such as DVD, satellite, and digital camcorders. without the need for a separate set-top box. (Check with the near-HD equivalent, while doubling the number of the screen. ❑ Twin View™: Using the Multi-Image Driver...;: Equalizes volume levels so there is activated with your cable TV company, is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. The Video Menu allows you to watch digital photo (JPEG) and movie (MPEG1) files that scroll along with a new electron gun and high intensity luminescent phosphor...
...your cable TV company, the card replaces the need for quality sources, such as DVD, satellite, and digital camcorders. without the need for a separate set-top box. (Check with the near-HD equivalent, while doubling the number of the screen. ❑ Twin View™: Using the Multi-Image Driver...;: Equalizes volume levels so there is activated with your cable TV company, is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. The Video Menu allows you to watch digital photo (JPEG) and movie (MPEG1) files that scroll along with a new electron gun and high intensity luminescent phosphor...
Operating Instructions
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.... ❑ HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between these devices and your digital television. 11 SETUP SETUP SETUP Welcome SETUP SETUP ❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (HD1080i, 720p) connections. ❑ HD Detailer™: Wideband...
.... ❑ HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between these devices and your digital television. 11 SETUP SETUP SETUP Welcome SETUP SETUP ❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (HD1080i, 720p) connections. ❑ HD Detailer™: Wideband...
Operating Instructions
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...hook. Topic TV Controls and Connectors Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna Connecting Optional Equipment VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for setting up your TV. Gently slide the plug upward to the rear of the TV with a hook. Use caution when removing the AC plug from ... DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Camcorder Audio Receiver DVI-Equipped Device HDMI-Equipped Device Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector Using the CONTROL S Feature Using CableCARD Setting Up the Channel List Page(s) 14-16 17-21 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 ...
...hook. Topic TV Controls and Connectors Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna Connecting Optional Equipment VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for setting up your TV. Gently slide the plug upward to the rear of the TV with a hook. Use caution when removing the AC plug from ... DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Camcorder Audio Receiver DVI-Equipped Device HDMI-Equipped Device Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector Using the CONTROL S Feature Using CableCARD Setting Up the Channel List Page(s) 14-16 17-21 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 ...
Operating Instructions
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...i.LINK Control Panel. For details, see "Contacting Sony" on your camcorder or other video equipment. When lit, indicates that the Memory Stick is being read. (Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is set . Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on page 72. Press again to ...display the Menu. For details, see "Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick" on your camcorder or other video equipment that i.LINK Standby is set , this may indicate the TV needs service (see "Using the Memory Stick Viewer" on page 69. For details, see page...
...i.LINK Control Panel. For details, see "Contacting Sony" on your camcorder or other video equipment. When lit, indicates that the Memory Stick is being read. (Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is set . Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on page 72. Press again to ...display the Menu. For details, see "Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick" on your camcorder or other video equipment that i.LINK Standby is set , this may indicate the TV needs service (see "Using the Memory Stick Viewer" on page 69. For details, see page...
Operating Instructions
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...RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable box. 2 S VIDEO IN 1/3 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function. 8 HDMI (VIDEO 7 IN) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, alldigital audio...can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 6 HD/DVD IN 5/6 Connect to your DVD player's or digital set to VIDEO 5, 6, or 7). 5 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) Connects to the i.LINK jack on the front panel of your cable signal. * Dolby and...
...RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable box. 2 S VIDEO IN 1/3 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function. 8 HDMI (VIDEO 7 IN) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, alldigital audio...can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. 6 HD/DVD IN 5/6 Connect to your DVD player's or digital set to VIDEO 5, 6, or 7). 5 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) Connects to the i.LINK jack on the front panel of your cable signal. * Dolby and...
Operating Instructions
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...10065; You want to access your cable TV company's interactive or advanced features (such as video-on-demand or, in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your... box unscrambles only some cases, pay-per-view). Check with the CableCARD instead - not Sony. About Using CableCARD If you are planning to connect a VCR. SETUP Setup Basic Connections:... channels) ❏ No VCR Cable Box Only ❏ Cable box unscrambles all of a separate set-top box. CableCARD is currently a unidirectional device only, and cannot provide these services require a bidirectional...
...10065; You want to access your cable TV company's interactive or advanced features (such as video-on-demand or, in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your... box unscrambles only some cases, pay-per-view). Check with the CableCARD instead - not Sony. About Using CableCARD If you are planning to connect a VCR. SETUP Setup Basic Connections:... channels) ❏ No VCR Cable Box Only ❏ Cable box unscrambles all of a separate set-top box. CableCARD is currently a unidirectional device only, and cannot provide these services require a bidirectional...
Operating Instructions
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TV For best results, use this connection, you to the TV's A/V input jacks. 4 Run Auto Program, as described in "Setting Up the Channel List" on page 45. Coaxial cable VCR A/V cable CATV cable Cables are often color-coded to white, etc. Connect red to red, ..., etc.) Features With this connection if: ❑ Your cable TV company does not require you can use a cable box. SETUP Setup VCR and Cable Using S VIDEO jacks? To connect the VCR and cable 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's VHF/UHF input jack. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR...
TV For best results, use this connection, you to the TV's A/V input jacks. 4 Run Auto Program, as described in "Setting Up the Channel List" on page 45. Coaxial cable VCR A/V cable CATV cable Cables are often color-coded to white, etc. Connect red to red, ..., etc.) Features With this connection if: ❑ Your cable TV company does not require you can use a cable box. SETUP Setup VCR and Cable Using S VIDEO jacks? To connect the VCR and cable 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's VHF/UHF input jack. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR...
Operating Instructions
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... the illustration). Watch the VCR Watch cable channels Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to the TV Setup SETUP SETUP SETUP SETUP 25 See to the position you programmed for setting up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. SETUP Notes on pages 51-...52. Activate the TV remote control to select the cable input (CABLE in the illustration). Control VCR functions with See "Operating a VCR" on page 50. Do This ... Set up Video Labels on page 105. ...
... the illustration). Watch the VCR Watch cable channels Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to the TV Setup SETUP SETUP SETUP SETUP 25 See to the position you programmed for setting up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. SETUP Notes on pages 51-...52. Activate the TV remote control to select the cable input (CABLE in the illustration). Control VCR functions with See "Operating a VCR" on page 50. Do This ... Set up Video Labels on page 105. ...
Operating Instructions
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... with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features With this connection if: ❑ Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, such as described in "Setting Up the Channel List" on page 45. SETUP Setup SETUP VCR and Cable Box Before connecting a cable box, see "Programming the Remote Control" on ...page 17. Using S VIDEO jacks? To connect the VCR and cable box 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Use a coaxial cable to ...
... with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features With this connection if: ❑ Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, such as described in "Setting Up the Channel List" on page 45. SETUP Setup SETUP VCR and Cable Box Before connecting a cable box, see "Programming the Remote Control" on ...page 17. Using S VIDEO jacks? To connect the VCR and cable box 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Use a coaxial cable to ...
Operating Instructions
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... This Connection To Do This ... Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to operate the cable box or VCR If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for setting up the TV remote control to select the VCR input... (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). For the VCR, open the outside operate the ...
... This Connection To Do This ... Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to operate the cable box or VCR If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for setting up the TV remote control to select the VCR input... (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). For the VCR, open the outside operate the ...
Operating Instructions
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... emphasis of red tones. Off Set to Off to apply the same Mode settings to all video inputs. On Set to On to customize Mode settings for Video settings: ❑ Press RESET on the remote control when in the Video Menu. To restore the factory default settings for each video input. For details about Mode settings, see page 94. Changing inputs...
... emphasis of red tones. Off Set to Off to apply the same Mode settings to all video inputs. On Set to On to customize Mode settings for Video settings: ❑ Press RESET on the remote control when in the Video Menu. To restore the factory default settings for each video input. For details about Mode settings, see page 94. Changing inputs...
Operating Instructions
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...94). While holding down the RESET button on the remote factory settings control, press the POWER button on the TV. (The TV will show these programs with your DVD (or contact your program provider). The master password clears your local Sony Service Center. ❏ Make sure the power cord is ... No picture ❏ If your TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may solve the problem. How to restore Video settings ❏ Press the RESET button on the remote control while in . ❏ Press the POWER button on the front of the screen. good sound ...
...94). While holding down the RESET button on the remote factory settings control, press the POWER button on the TV. (The TV will show these programs with your DVD (or contact your program provider). The master password clears your local Sony Service Center. ❏ Make sure the power cord is ... No picture ❏ If your TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may solve the problem. How to restore Video settings ❏ Press the RESET button on the remote control while in . ❏ Press the POWER button on the front of the screen. good sound ...