Operating Instructions
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..., DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. These limits are designed to operate this manual could void your warranty and your projection TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to radio or television reception, which the receiver is left on the screen for the use this equipment does...
..., DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. These limits are designed to operate this manual could void your warranty and your projection TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to radio or television reception, which the receiver is left on the screen for the use this equipment does...
Operating Instructions
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... power by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. This TV incorporates HighDefinition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Use with the following Sony appliance(s) only with other TV STAND may require the use spot lighting directed down from Dolby Laboratories. Patent No. 4,638,258 and 4,482,866. For more information call your cable operator is designed, for KDF-50WE655) SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO.: KDF-42WE655 KDF-50WE655 KDF-55WF655 KDF-60WF655 SONY TV STAND MODEL...
... power by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. This TV incorporates HighDefinition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Use with the following Sony appliance(s) only with other TV STAND may require the use spot lighting directed down from Dolby Laboratories. Patent No. 4,638,258 and 4,482,866. For more information call your cable operator is designed, for KDF-50WE655) SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO.: KDF-42WE655 KDF-50WE655 KDF-55WF655 KDF-60WF655 SONY TV STAND MODEL...
Operating Instructions
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... or popping sound from the type of power source indicated on the set . Never spill liquid of any kind into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Consult qualified service personnel. ❑ Unplug the AC power cord when cleaning this can result in the operating instructions or service manual. Important Safeguards Before using the LCD projection TV for a long period of time, it may be removed with a cloth...
... or popping sound from the type of power source indicated on the set . Never spill liquid of any kind into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Consult qualified service personnel. ❑ Unplug the AC power cord when cleaning this can result in the operating instructions or service manual. Important Safeguards Before using the LCD projection TV for a long period of time, it may be removed with a cloth...
Operating Instructions
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... Code Antenna lead-in the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are required, be sure the service technician certifies in safe operating condition, and to so certify. Unauthorized substitutions may be careful not to drop it . ❑ Before carrying the LCD projection TV, disconnect any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as the original parts. Carry the LCD projection TV...
... Code Antenna lead-in the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are required, be sure the service technician certifies in safe operating condition, and to so certify. Unauthorized substitutions may be careful not to drop it . ❑ Before carrying the LCD projection TV, disconnect any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as the original parts. Carry the LCD projection TV...
Operating Instructions
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... technology, black dots may appear or bright points of your LCD projection TV. A polarized plug has two blades with one (not supplied) when: • the lamp replacement indicator on the placement of light (red, blue, or green) may hear a noticeable pop sound. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. You may hear the noise of fan running, depending on the front panel blinks in...
... technology, black dots may appear or bright points of your LCD projection TV. A polarized plug has two blades with one (not supplied) when: • the lamp replacement indicator on the placement of light (red, blue, or green) may hear a noticeable pop sound. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. You may hear the noise of fan running, depending on the front panel blinks in...
Operating Instructions
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... Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 47 Camcorder 48 Audio Receiver 49 Digital Cable Box 50 Digital Satellite Receiver 51 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connector 52 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector 54 Using the CONTROL S Feature 55 Using CableCARD 56 About Using CableCARD 56 Activating CableCARD Service 56 Removing the CableCARD 57 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List..58 Using Initial Setup 58 Using the Remote Control Overview 59 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ..........59 Button Descriptions 60 Programming the Remote Control...
... Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 47 Camcorder 48 Audio Receiver 49 Digital Cable Box 50 Digital Satellite Receiver 51 Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connector 52 Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector 54 Using the CONTROL S Feature 55 Using CableCARD 56 About Using CableCARD 56 Activating CableCARD Service 56 Removing the CableCARD 57 Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List..58 Using Initial Setup 58 Using the Remote Control Overview 59 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ..........59 Button Descriptions 60 Programming the Remote Control...
Operating Instructions
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... program guide, Wide Screen Mode, Twin View, Favorite Channels and Freeze Function. 4 Using the Memory Stick Viewer This section shows you how to use the Memory Stick Viewer to access on the LCD projection TV console. 11 It shows you how to install your LCD projection TV, to connect your new components and to connect the antenna and cable. 2 Using the Remote Control This section shows you need to use the TV. Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV...
... program guide, Wide Screen Mode, Twin View, Favorite Channels and Freeze Function. 4 Using the Memory Stick Viewer This section shows you how to use the Memory Stick Viewer to access on the LCD projection TV console. 11 It shows you how to install your LCD projection TV, to connect your new components and to connect the antenna and cable. 2 Using the Remote Control This section shows you need to use the TV. Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV...
Operating Instructions
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... other video sources on one picture and listen to the program in the digital processing system, Composite Component Processor (CCP-X), which enhances input signal-tonoise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing. ● DRC® (Digital Reality Creation)-MF V1: Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal's NTSC waveform with your LCD projection TV screen. ❑ Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to view digital photos...
... other video sources on one picture and listen to the program in the digital processing system, Composite Component Processor (CCP-X), which enhances input signal-tonoise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing. ● DRC® (Digital Reality Creation)-MF V1: Unlike conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal's NTSC waveform with your LCD projection TV screen. ❑ Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to view digital photos...
Operating Instructions
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... the main unit. This illustration is for KDF-42WE655 is more to the inside. (Continued) 17 The screw for KDF-50WE655. Take the new lamp out of the lamp receptacle. Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV For KDF-WE655 series ✍ For instruction for KDF-WF655 series, see page 20. 1 Turn off .) 2 Wait at least 30 minutes after turning the power off the power on the rear side panel.
... the main unit. This illustration is for KDF-42WE655 is more to the inside. (Continued) 17 The screw for KDF-50WE655. Take the new lamp out of the lamp receptacle. Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV For KDF-WE655 series ✍ For instruction for KDF-WF655 series, see page 20. 1 Turn off .) 2 Wait at least 30 minutes after turning the power off the power on the rear side panel.
Operating Instructions
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... Sony product, connect the CONTROL S OUT jack of the equipment to the S VIDEO OUT jack of LCD projection TV KDF-WF655 series VIDEO 2 INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) -AUDIO-R POWER STANDBY TIMER LAMP LAMP STD/DUO PRO POWER TIMER POWER/STANDBY OPEN Push up to open the front panel VIDEO 2 INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) -AUDIO-R VIDEO 2 INPUT S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) R AUDIO Press up lightly to release the console 26 1 2 1 2 Connection Description 1 S VIDEO (Front and rear) Connects to the CONTROL S IN jack on your VCR or other video component. Provides better picture quality...
... Sony product, connect the CONTROL S OUT jack of the equipment to the S VIDEO OUT jack of LCD projection TV KDF-WF655 series VIDEO 2 INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) -AUDIO-R POWER STANDBY TIMER LAMP LAMP STD/DUO PRO POWER TIMER POWER/STANDBY OPEN Push up to open the front panel VIDEO 2 INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) -AUDIO-R VIDEO 2 INPUT S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) R AUDIO Press up lightly to release the console 26 1 2 1 2 Connection Description 1 S VIDEO (Front and rear) Connects to the CONTROL S IN jack on your VCR or other video component. Provides better picture quality...
Operating Instructions
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... television. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. This CABLE input jack, in conjunction with access to switch between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set -top box - For details, see page 56. without the need for a set -top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable box output jack. Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV 1 2 3 4 Rear...
... television. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. This CABLE input jack, in conjunction with access to switch between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set -top box - For details, see page 56. without the need for a set -top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable box output jack. Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV 1 2 3 4 Rear...
Operating Instructions
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.... Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Take Precaution during the Installation To ensure the safety of children and the LCD projection TV, keep children away from Falling As a protective measure, secure the LCD projection TV as follows. For KDF-50WE655, use TV stand model SU-GW11 or SU-GW1, for KDF-42WE655, use TV stand model SU-GW12, with a support belt. To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from the TV during installation. When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall Keep your LCD projection TV.
.... Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Take Precaution during the Installation To ensure the safety of children and the LCD projection TV, keep children away from Falling As a protective measure, secure the LCD projection TV as follows. For KDF-50WE655, use TV stand model SU-GW11 or SU-GW1, for KDF-42WE655, use TV stand model SU-GW12, with a support belt. To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from the TV during installation. When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall Keep your LCD projection TV.
Operating Instructions
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Troubleshooting Twin View Problem Possible Remedies I cannot get Twin View to work ❏ If you are using a cable box to unscramble all channels (as digital source display only in either window. This is because the cable box can use Twin View to view a signal from a different source that the anything but TV channels Label Video Inputs option is not set to the same channel. Check that is just static airing. ❏ You might be set to...
Troubleshooting Twin View Problem Possible Remedies I cannot get Twin View to work ❏ If you are using a cable box to unscramble all channels (as digital source display only in either window. This is because the cable box can use Twin View to view a signal from a different source that the anything but TV channels Label Video Inputs option is not set to the same channel. Check that is just static airing. ❏ You might be set to...
Operating Instructions
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... or dark scenes LCD projection TV's large screen and ability to 4 (see page 113). the screen ❏ Try another channel; Dotted lines or stripes ❏ Adjust the antenna. ❏ Move the LCD projection TV away from 1 to show these sources. For more details, check the documentation that are filmed in the Video menu (see page 98). "Black box" on , and a red light keeps flashing, your sound LCD projection TV may need service. Other Information 123 The default setting is Auto. Black...
... or dark scenes LCD projection TV's large screen and ability to 4 (see page 113). the screen ❏ Try another channel; Dotted lines or stripes ❏ Adjust the antenna. ❏ Move the LCD projection TV away from 1 to show these sources. For more details, check the documentation that are filmed in the Video menu (see page 98). "Black box" on , and a red light keeps flashing, your sound LCD projection TV may need service. Other Information 123 The default setting is Auto. Black...
Operating Instructions
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...). Please use the LCD projection TV remote control, set the Audio Out option to Variable. ❏ To turn on the LCD projection TV speakers, set the MTS setting to Stereo. Cannot receive or select ❏ Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable TV channels that are channels not presently in LCD projection TV memory (see page 106). Other Information Audio Problem Good picture, no sound Audio noise Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound seems weak or insufficient Cannot raise the volume on external speakers Possible Remedies...
...). Please use the LCD projection TV remote control, set the Audio Out option to Variable. ❏ To turn on the LCD projection TV speakers, set the MTS setting to Stereo. Cannot receive or select ❏ Use Auto Program in the Channel menu to add receivable TV channels that are channels not presently in LCD projection TV memory (see page 106). Other Information Audio Problem Good picture, no sound Audio noise Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound seems weak or insufficient Cannot raise the volume on external speakers Possible Remedies...
Operating Instructions
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... 102 Audio receiver, connecting 49 Auto Program (channel setup) 58 B Balance, adjusting 102 Bass, adjusting 102 Batteries, inserting in remote 59 Bilingual audio 103 Brightness, adjusting 98 C Cable connecting 32 with VCR, connecting 39 Cable box connecting with VCR 40 using with component video connectors, connecting 46 E Enlarging pictures, in Twin View 74 ENT button 60 error messages, Memory Stick 122 F Favorite Channel setting up 58 Clock/Timers 115 closed caption modes 97, 112 Color temperature, adjusting 99 Color, adjusting 98 Connecting Audio receiver 49 Cable box 40 Cable or antenna...
... 102 Audio receiver, connecting 49 Auto Program (channel setup) 58 B Balance, adjusting 102 Bass, adjusting 102 Batteries, inserting in remote 59 Bilingual audio 103 Brightness, adjusting 98 C Cable connecting 32 with VCR, connecting 39 Cable box connecting with VCR 40 using with component video connectors, connecting 46 E Enlarging pictures, in Twin View 74 ENT button 60 error messages, Memory Stick 122 F Favorite Channel setting up 58 Clock/Timers 115 closed caption modes 97, 112 Color temperature, adjusting 99 Color, adjusting 98 Connecting Audio receiver 49 Cable box 40 Cable or antenna...
Quick Setup Guide
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... WF655 KDF-55/60 XS955 Quick Setup Guide Do not throw away this guide, and keep it is time to replace the lamp with a new one until you come to the correct code for your equipment. Contact your cable provider for XS955), and remove the lamp cover. Making Video Connections Your TV includes Best Video Performance several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will display the approximate progress of receivable channels. Use the inputs that...
... WF655 KDF-55/60 XS955 Quick Setup Guide Do not throw away this guide, and keep it is time to replace the lamp with a new one until you come to the correct code for your equipment. Contact your cable provider for XS955), and remove the lamp cover. Making Video Connections Your TV includes Best Video Performance several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will display the approximate progress of receivable channels. Use the inputs that...
Marketing Specifications
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...; Integrated LCD Rear Projection Television • Hi-Scan 1080i™ Display • ATSC Integrated Tuner and Digital Cable Ready with CableCARD™ Slot • 3.28 million dots resolution • Wega Engine™ system • Slim, lightweight design • Digital Amp S Master WEGA Engine™System Sony's proprietary WEGA Engine™ system maintains the picture in the digital domain from any video source. end-to-end digital accuracy to the configuration of the panel without degrading signal...
...; Integrated LCD Rear Projection Television • Hi-Scan 1080i™ Display • ATSC Integrated Tuner and Digital Cable Ready with CableCARD™ Slot • 3.28 million dots resolution • Wega Engine™ system • Slim, lightweight design • Digital Amp S Master WEGA Engine™System Sony's proprietary WEGA Engine™ system maintains the picture in the digital domain from any video source. end-to-end digital accuracy to the configuration of the panel without degrading signal...
Marketing Specifications
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... Twin-View™ 2-Tuner Picture-and-Picture (HD, NTSC) • Wide Modes (Normal, Full, Zoom, Wide Zoom) • Program Palette™ Presets • High Definition Integrated Television Monitor • Energy Star Compliant Audio • CineMotion™ Reverse 3-2 Pull-Down Technology • TruSurround® SRS® Audio Sound Processing • 3D Audio System (30 Watts) • Steady Sound® Automatic Volume Control Specifications General • Power Requirements AC 120V 60Hz Inputs and Outputs...
... Twin-View™ 2-Tuner Picture-and-Picture (HD, NTSC) • Wide Modes (Normal, Full, Zoom, Wide Zoom) • Program Palette™ Presets • High Definition Integrated Television Monitor • Energy Star Compliant Audio • CineMotion™ Reverse 3-2 Pull-Down Technology • TruSurround® SRS® Audio Sound Processing • 3D Audio System (30 Watts) • Steady Sound® Automatic Volume Control Specifications General • Power Requirements AC 120V 60Hz Inputs and Outputs...
Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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... HDTV Color TV XBR Projection TV Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is provided during the initial one (1) year. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. In addition, if you . In-home diagnostic warranty service is determined to be presented to any part of one (1) year (color picture tube - This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments...
... HDTV Color TV XBR Projection TV Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is provided during the initial one (1) year. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. In addition, if you . In-home diagnostic warranty service is determined to be presented to any part of one (1) year (color picture tube - This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments...