FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... customer is used to decrypt digital programming via Unscrambled analog channels Digital basic channels Digital premium programming Pay Per View Video on Demand services, pay-per-view movies or special events, or interactive TV (iTV) services. It electronically binds with the permission of cable operators' products and services. It cannot support two-way interactivity and does not provide access to view encrypted digital programming. The CableCARD™ replaces the set top box (STB...
... customer is used to decrypt digital programming via Unscrambled analog channels Digital basic channels Digital premium programming Pay Per View Video on Demand services, pay-per-view movies or special events, or interactive TV (iTV) services. It electronically binds with the permission of cable operators' products and services. It cannot support two-way interactivity and does not provide access to view encrypted digital programming. The CableCARD™ replaces the set top box (STB...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... is needed in order to display the picture in order to authorize services through the CableCARD™. No. Are all DCR TVs are examples of Video-on the screen is not accessible by the CableCARD™. The following are required to be installed for a set -top box. Information presented on -Demand - Can DCR products receive Pay Per View programming? * A DCR product can receive unencrypted digital cable signals...
... is needed in order to display the picture in order to authorize services through the CableCARD™. No. Are all DCR TVs are examples of Video-on the screen is not accessible by the CableCARD™. The following are required to be installed for a set -top box. Information presented on -Demand - Can DCR products receive Pay Per View programming? * A DCR product can receive unencrypted digital cable signals...
Instructions (SU-PW3M Wall-Mount Bracket)
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... product correctly. CAUTION This Wall-Mount Bracket is used incorrectly, however, it may result in instability causing possible injury. Thank you for safety to prevent accidents. If the woofer speaker is not connected securely, an error message will appear on the TV screen, the connector is capable of September 2004) Flat-panel Color Television KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 KDE-50XS955 When installing the TV on . Be sure to read...
... product correctly. CAUTION This Wall-Mount Bracket is used incorrectly, however, it may result in instability causing possible injury. Thank you for safety to prevent accidents. If the woofer speaker is not connected securely, an error message will appear on the TV screen, the connector is capable of September 2004) Flat-panel Color Television KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 KDE-50XS955 When installing the TV on . Be sure to read...
Instructions (SU-PW3M Wall-Mount Bracket)
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... If the Wall-Mount Bracket or the TV is not sufficiently sturdy, the unit may build up inside and cause fire. 3 (US) The wall should be capable of the TV to the parts of any equipment...remove screws, etc., after mounting the TV. property damage. If you do so, the TV may fall and cause injury or property damage. If you allow the TV to qualified contractors and keep small children away during TV. supporting a weight of at least four times the TV If you do so, the Wall-Mount US weight. (See the TV installing dimensions table on which the Wall-Mount Bracket is installed...
... If the Wall-Mount Bracket or the TV is not sufficiently sturdy, the unit may build up inside and cause fire. 3 (US) The wall should be capable of the TV to the parts of any equipment...remove screws, etc., after mounting the TV. property damage. If you do so, the TV may fall and cause injury or property damage. If you allow the TV to qualified contractors and keep small children away during TV. supporting a weight of at least four times the TV If you do so, the Wall-Mount US weight. (See the TV installing dimensions table on which the Wall-Mount Bracket is installed...
Operating Instructions
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Flat Panel Color TV KDE-37XS955/KDE-42XS955/KDE-50XS955 2-583-350-11 (2) Flat Panel Color TV Operating Instructions KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 KDE-50XS955 2004 Sony Corporation
Flat Panel Color TV KDE-37XS955/KDE-42XS955/KDE-50XS955 2-583-350-11 (2) Flat Panel Color TV Operating Instructions KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 KDE-50XS955 2004 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... as TV station logos, displayed on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in particular, specifies that provides guidelines for several days, disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself. Never pull on the TV. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. CAUTION Bright, stationary images, such as "Image Retention." Changing the program material viewed reduces the possibility that may be using video games...
... as TV station logos, displayed on Caption Vision This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in particular, specifies that provides guidelines for several days, disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself. Never pull on the TV. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. CAUTION Bright, stationary images, such as "Image Retention." Changing the program material viewed reduces the possibility that may be using video games...
Operating Instructions
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... of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by your TV, please read and follow the instructions supplied with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). CableCARD™ is capable of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your electrician to the operating instructions. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may...
... of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by your TV, please read and follow the instructions supplied with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). CableCARD™ is capable of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your electrician to the operating instructions. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may...
Operating Instructions
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... been damaged in any service or repairs to the unit, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as power-supply cord or plug is left unattended and unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. s If the unit has been exposed to lightning and power-line surges. Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use caution when moving...
... been damaged in any service or repairs to the unit, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as power-supply cord or plug is left unattended and unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. s If the unit has been exposed to lightning and power-line surges. Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use caution when moving...
Operating Instructions
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... (VCRs, DVD players, etc.) come with the following models: s KDE-37XS955 s KDE-42XS955 s KDE-50XS955 Package Contents The package contains the following: s Flat panel color TV s Remote control (RM-Y1004) and two size AA batteries s AC power cord s AC plug holder s Cable band (1) s Cable band screw (1) s AC cord clamp s Cleaning cloth s Operating Instructions s Quick Setup Guide s Warranty Card These items are all you need to set up a complex system, you want to connect them. This manual is to be used with...
... (VCRs, DVD players, etc.) come with the following models: s KDE-37XS955 s KDE-42XS955 s KDE-50XS955 Package Contents The package contains the following: s Flat panel color TV s Remote control (RM-Y1004) and two size AA batteries s AC power cord s AC plug holder s Cable band (1) s Cable band screw (1) s AC cord clamp s Cleaning cloth s Operating Instructions s Quick Setup Guide s Warranty Card These items are all you need to set up a complex system, you want to connect them. This manual is to be used with...
Operating Instructions
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..., digitally encrypted cable channels-without the need for a set-top-box-that will enable you to the optical audio input of a digital audio component that is PCM/Dolby Digital compatible. For more information, see page 51. 18 Rear panel AC IN OPTICAL OUT For KDE-50XS955 Setup CableCARD CableCARD R-AUDIO -L VIDEO IN VHF/UHF 6 CABLE 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO 4 CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX CONTROL S IN OUT 5 R-AUDIO -L Y PB PR HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) R-AUDIO -L AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX...
..., digitally encrypted cable channels-without the need for a set-top-box-that will enable you to the optical audio input of a digital audio component that is PCM/Dolby Digital compatible. For more information, see page 51. 18 Rear panel AC IN OPTICAL OUT For KDE-50XS955 Setup CableCARD CableCARD R-AUDIO -L VIDEO IN VHF/UHF 6 CABLE 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO 4 CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX CONTROL S IN OUT 5 R-AUDIO -L Y PB PR HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) R-AUDIO -L AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX...
Operating Instructions
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... the Channel menu 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V or v to highlight the Channel icon and press . 3 Press V v B b to add digital channels. The Channel menu includes the following options: Option Description Favorite Channels Lets you have a cable box C2-C6 or a satellite receiver connected Turns off Channel Fix. Video 1, 4 Use this setting if you set to the A/V input jacks. Press to select the changed setting. 5 Press MENU to 2-6 (VHF/UHF input) or C2-C6 (Cable input) and use the CH+/- buttons. 1 Press...
... the Channel menu 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V or v to highlight the Channel icon and press . 3 Press V v B b to add digital channels. The Channel menu includes the following options: Option Description Favorite Channels Lets you have a cable box C2-C6 or a satellite receiver connected Turns off Channel Fix. Video 1, 4 Use this setting if you set to the A/V input jacks. Press to select the changed setting. 5 Press MENU to 2-6 (VHF/UHF input) or C2-C6 (Cable input) and use the CH+/- buttons. 1 Press...
Operating Instructions
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... any sources connected to the same channel. Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. Other Info 720p 1080i Provides 720 lines of resolution. Before calling Sony customer support, please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV. Try changing channels program in both a cable and cable box, as shown on page 26), you are using interlaced scanning, which transmits each line from a different source that is set to the VIDEO 4, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6 inputs, display in...
... any sources connected to the same channel. Try cycling through the video inputs by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. Other Info 720p 1080i Provides 720 lines of resolution. Before calling Sony customer support, please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV. Try changing channels program in both a cable and cable box, as shown on page 26), you are using interlaced scanning, which transmits each line from a different source that is set to the VIDEO 4, VIDEO 5, VIDEO 6 inputs, display in...
Operating Instructions
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...; menu options (see page 108). (This can receive digital cable TV services. s Check the orientation of the batteries. s Press the TV (FUNCTION) button. s Make sure the TV's power cord is inserted properly (see page 99). s If you are using CableCARD™ s Check that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your cable box to change channels, be sure you replaced the batteries to the remote recently, the code numbers for...
...; menu options (see page 108). (This can receive digital cable TV services. s Check the orientation of the batteries. s Press the TV (FUNCTION) button. s Make sure the TV's power cord is inserted properly (see page 99). s If you are using CableCARD™ s Check that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your cable box to change channels, be sure you replaced the batteries to the remote recently, the code numbers for...
Operating Instructions
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... Video Menu (see page 56). s Try another channel; Double images or ghosts s Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may need sound service. playback/recording of a VCR s Leave a space of the Plasma Display Panel, and does not indicate a turning on , and a red light keeps flashing, your screen. Certain programs on DVD or s The compression used by feature of 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) between your VCR and the TV to appear on s Check the antenna/cable connections...
... Video Menu (see page 56). s Try another channel; Double images or ghosts s Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may need sound service. playback/recording of a VCR s Leave a space of the Plasma Display Panel, and does not indicate a turning on , and a red light keeps flashing, your screen. Certain programs on DVD or s The compression used by feature of 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) between your VCR and the TV to appear on s Check the antenna/cable connections...
Operating Instructions
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... password s In the password screen (see page factory settings 92). it cannot be recorded to Skip (see page 105). General Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory s Turn on the remote control while in the Audio Menu (see page factory settings 95). How to restore Video settings to work s If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter, as described on again.) Release the RESET button. When the timer is set to your digital cable box. video equipment connected...
... password s In the password screen (see page factory settings 92). it cannot be recorded to Skip (see page 105). General Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory s Turn on the remote control while in the Audio Menu (see page factory settings 95). How to restore Video settings to work s If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter, as described on again.) Release the RESET button. When the timer is set to your digital cable box. video equipment connected...
Operating Instructions
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... remote control 62 DVD player using with remote control 61 with , VCR connecting 32 CableCARD™ inserting card 51 slot, described 18 troubleshooting 112 using 72, 73 FAVORITES button 56 Fixed audio setting 96 Full mode, setting 97, 98 FUNCTION buttons 56 G Game Mode 93 Game Picture 97 GUIDE button 56 H HD/DVD IN jack (1080i/720p/ 480p/ 480i), described 19 HDMI IN jack, described 19 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) 13, 110 hue, adjusting 92 I Illuminated 105 Image...
... remote control 62 DVD player using with remote control 61 with , VCR connecting 32 CableCARD™ inserting card 51 slot, described 18 troubleshooting 112 using 72, 73 FAVORITES button 56 Fixed audio setting 96 Full mode, setting 97, 98 FUNCTION buttons 56 G Game Mode 93 Game Picture 97 GUIDE button 56 H HD/DVD IN jack (1080i/720p/ 480p/ 480i), described 19 HDMI IN jack, described 19 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) 13, 110 hue, adjusting 92 I Illuminated 105 Image...
Operating Instructions
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... 96 using with remote control 61 with cable box, connecting 32 with cable, connecting 30 with remote control 60 Screen menu 97 Screen Saver 98 setting up channels 53 Setup menu 91, 104 sharpness, adjusting 92 Show/Hide channels 99 Simulated, Effect 95 sizing, picture in Twin View 71 SOUND MODE button 56 speakers turning on/off the TV 17 TV/VIDEO button 17, 57 Twin View troubleshooting 111 using 69-71 V Variable audio setting 96 VCR using external speakers 96 specifications 118 Standard mode 92 STANDBY LED 16 Steady Sound described 13 setting 95...
... 96 using with remote control 61 with cable box, connecting 32 with cable, connecting 30 with remote control 60 Screen menu 97 Screen Saver 98 setting up channels 53 Setup menu 91, 104 sharpness, adjusting 92 Show/Hide channels 99 Simulated, Effect 95 sizing, picture in Twin View 71 SOUND MODE button 56 speakers turning on/off the TV 17 TV/VIDEO button 17, 57 Twin View troubleshooting 111 using 69-71 V Variable audio setting 96 VCR using external speakers 96 specifications 118 Standard mode 92 STANDBY LED 16 Steady Sound described 13 setting 95...
Quick Setup Guide
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... compatible with the TV's remote control, use the number listed first.) DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE TV/ PICTURE WIDE DISPLAY VIDEO GUIDE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU POWER SOUND SAVING MODE /TV/SAT ANT GUIDE RESET MTS/SAP JUMP 5 1 Press the DVD/VCR (FUNCTION) and RESET buttons simultaneously, or press the SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION) and RESET buttons simultaneously. other than one code number is listed, try using either digital optical or digital coaxial audio connections. R-AUDIO -L Y HD/DVD (1080i/720p/48 CableCARD R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO 4 5 R-AUDIO...
... compatible with the TV's remote control, use the number listed first.) DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE TV/ PICTURE WIDE DISPLAY VIDEO GUIDE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU POWER SOUND SAVING MODE /TV/SAT ANT GUIDE RESET MTS/SAP JUMP 5 1 Press the DVD/VCR (FUNCTION) and RESET buttons simultaneously, or press the SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION) and RESET buttons simultaneously. other than one code number is listed, try using either digital optical or digital coaxial audio connections. R-AUDIO -L Y HD/DVD (1080i/720p/48 CableCARD R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO 4 5 R-AUDIO...
Quick Setup Guide
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... video connections shown here. DVD Player C Use this diagram if you are not using a cable box or satellite receiver, connect your DVD player or satellite receiver has a HDMI jack, use that instead of the video connections shown here. Cable Splitter Cable Box or Satellite Receiver IN OUT Rear of TV 6 R-AUDIO -L VIDEO IN 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO 4 CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX CONTROL S IN OUT 5 R-AUDIO -L Y PB PR HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) R-AUDIO -L AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) SUBWOOFER OUT (VAR) If your cable or antenna...
... video connections shown here. DVD Player C Use this diagram if you are not using a cable box or satellite receiver, connect your DVD player or satellite receiver has a HDMI jack, use that instead of the video connections shown here. Cable Splitter Cable Box or Satellite Receiver IN OUT Rear of TV 6 R-AUDIO -L VIDEO IN 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO 4 CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX CONTROL S IN OUT 5 R-AUDIO -L Y PB PR HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) R-AUDIO -L AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) SUBWOOFER OUT (VAR) If your cable or antenna...
Marketing Specifications
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...Network for PC: TBD Display Resolution: 1365 x 768 Overscan: Normal, +1, +2 Viewing Angle: TBD Audio Speakers (Total): 5 Tweeter Size: Yes Full Range Speaker Size: 100 mm Audio Power Output: 100W Total (25W x 2 With 50W Woofer) Inputs and Outputs Analog Audio Input(s): 5 (4 Rear/1 Side) Audio Out (Variable/Fixed): 1 (Rear) CableCARD™ Slot: 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s): 2 (Rear) Composite Video Input(s): 3 (1 Side / 2 Rear) Control-S Input(s): 1 (Rear) Control-S Output(s): 1 (Rear) Digital Audio Output(s): 1 (Rear) Dolby® Digital Optical Output HDMI™ Connection...
...Network for PC: TBD Display Resolution: 1365 x 768 Overscan: Normal, +1, +2 Viewing Angle: TBD Audio Speakers (Total): 5 Tweeter Size: Yes Full Range Speaker Size: 100 mm Audio Power Output: 100W Total (25W x 2 With 50W Woofer) Inputs and Outputs Analog Audio Input(s): 5 (4 Rear/1 Side) Audio Out (Variable/Fixed): 1 (Rear) CableCARD™ Slot: 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s): 2 (Rear) Composite Video Input(s): 3 (1 Side / 2 Rear) Control-S Input(s): 1 (Rear) Control-S Output(s): 1 (Rear) Digital Audio Output(s): 1 (Rear) Dolby® Digital Optical Output HDMI™ Connection...