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2-593-962-11(3) LCD Projection TV HD-TV Operating Instructions KDF-E55A20 KDF-E60A20 © 2005 Sony Corporation ™ ™
2-593-962-11(3) LCD Projection TV HD-TV Operating Instructions KDF-E55A20 KDF-E60A20 © 2005 Sony Corporation ™ ™
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...also on the TV box (white label). Refer to them whenever you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony® TV, please call one of the TV, below . Serial No. Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at the rear of the following... instructions, you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
...also on the TV box (white label). Refer to them whenever you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony® TV, please call one of the TV, below . Serial No. Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at the rear of the following... instructions, you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
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...by pulling the plug itself. Note on the apparatus. These limits are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your projection TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be determined by turning the equipment off...different from that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen. If you are designed to prevent blade exposure. Never pull on the cord. ❑ For details concerning safety precautions, see ...
...by pulling the plug itself. Note on the apparatus. These limits are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your projection TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be determined by turning the equipment off...different from that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen. If you are designed to prevent blade exposure. Never pull on the cord. ❑ For details concerning safety precautions, see ...
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... and BBE Symbol are trademarks of programming and signal provided by direct connection to view encrypted digital programming. This TV is required to a cable system providing such programming. SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO: KDF-E55A20 KDF-E60A20 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO: SU-GW12 Replacement Parts See page 4 under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol...
... and BBE Symbol are trademarks of programming and signal provided by direct connection to view encrypted digital programming. This TV is required to a cable system providing such programming. SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO: KDF-E55A20 KDF-E60A20 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO: SU-GW12 Replacement Parts See page 4 under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol...
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... the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. ❑ Be sure to observe the TV's "For Safety" section on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 13) Unplug this apparatus during...
... the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. ❑ Be sure to observe the TV's "For Safety" section on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 13) Unplug this apparatus during...
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... in contact with solution of antenna discharge unit, connection to clean the inside of the TV regularly. Never use any type of the TV set from the screen, wipe it can come in the rear cover area may cause a problem with a plugged AC power cord may result in writing...Grounding conductors (NEC section 810-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) Cleaning ❑ Clean the rear cover area of the TV. On Contamination on page 76. 4 WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER...
... in contact with solution of antenna discharge unit, connection to clean the inside of the TV regularly. Never use any type of the TV set from the screen, wipe it can come in the rear cover area may cause a problem with a plugged AC power cord may result in writing...Grounding conductors (NEC section 810-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) Cleaning ❑ Clean the rear cover area of the TV. On Contamination on page 76. 4 WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER...
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... a noticeable pop sound. Carry the TV in the Specified Manner If you carry the TV in position, be affected by your TV. For the best picture quality, install your TV according to reflections from the wall. Projection Lamp ❑ Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. Cooling Fan ❑ This TV uses a cooling fan. Installation ❑...
... a noticeable pop sound. Carry the TV in the Specified Manner If you carry the TV in position, be affected by your TV. For the best picture quality, install your TV according to reflections from the wall. Projection Lamp ❑ Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. Cooling Fan ❑ This TV uses a cooling fan. Installation ❑...
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...Sony TV Presenting the Sony TV 8 Package Contents 8 Features 8 Enjoying Your TV 10 Notes on the TV 10 Screen 10 Indicators 11 Projection Lamp 11 Installing the TV 12 Carrying Your TV 12 Take Precaution during Installation 13 To Prevent the TV from Falling 13 When Installing Your TV Against a Wall .....13 Recommended Viewing Area 13 TV... Overview 56 Accessing the Video Settings 58 Selecting Video Options 58 Accessing the Audio Settings 60 Selecting Audio Options 60 Accessing the Screen Settings 62 Selecting Screen Options 62 Accessing the Channel Settings 64 Selecting ...
...Sony TV Presenting the Sony TV 8 Package Contents 8 Features 8 Enjoying Your TV 10 Notes on the TV 10 Screen 10 Indicators 11 Projection Lamp 11 Installing the TV 12 Carrying Your TV 12 Take Precaution during Installation 13 To Prevent the TV from Falling 13 When Installing Your TV Against a Wall .....13 Recommended Viewing Area 13 TV... Overview 56 Accessing the Video Settings 58 Selecting Video Options 58 Accessing the Audio Settings 60 Selecting Audio Options 60 Accessing the Screen Settings 62 Selecting Screen Options 62 Accessing the Channel Settings 64 Selecting ...
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..., pricing, and availability. Instructions in the digital processing system, Composite Component Processor (CCP-X), which is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. These items are written for the remote control. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of...you need to set up to digitally encrypted cable channels - Similar controls are this Sony's HD LCD Projection TV. Introducing the Sony TV Presenting the Sony TV Thank you for models KDF-E55A20 and KDF-E60A20. that you will enable you to -analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. ...
..., pricing, and availability. Instructions in the digital processing system, Composite Component Processor (CCP-X), which is inserted into the TV's rear panel CableCARD slot. These items are written for the remote control. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of...you need to set up to digitally encrypted cable channels - Similar controls are this Sony's HD LCD Projection TV. Introducing the Sony TV Presenting the Sony TV Thank you for models KDF-E55A20 and KDF-E60A20. that you will enable you to -analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. ...
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... quality for DVD (480p, 480i) and digital set -top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. Introducing the Sony TV Introducing the Sony TV ❑ HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set -top box (1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i...
... quality for DVD (480p, 480i) and digital set -top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. Introducing the Sony TV Introducing the Sony TV ❑ HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set -top box (1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i...
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... AC power cord from the outlet or switching the breaker off. Cleaning the Screen Surface Dust and dirt on page 4). Introducing the Sony TV Enjoying Your TV To enjoy your TV is moved directly from a cold to a warm location or is placed in a humid room, or if the room temperature changes ...other light sources from shining directly on to come and maintain its original picture quality, you anticipate not using the TV for more than a week. On moisture condensation ❑ If your TV for years to the screen. ❑ The screen surface is caused by moisture condensation on page 4 for ...
... AC power cord from the outlet or switching the breaker off. Cleaning the Screen Surface Dust and dirt on page 4). Introducing the Sony TV Enjoying Your TV To enjoy your TV is moved directly from a cold to a warm location or is placed in a humid room, or if the room temperature changes ...other light sources from shining directly on to come and maintain its original picture quality, you anticipate not using the TV for more than a week. On moisture condensation ❑ If your TV for years to the screen. ❑ The screen surface is caused by moisture condensation on page 4 for ...
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... the picture appears. ❑ When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. Introducing the Sony TV Introducing the Sony TV Screen Projection lamp POWER LAMP TIMER POWER Indicators Indicators Projection Lamp How to replace the lamp, see page 14). LAMP indicator The projection lamp has burned out. Your TV uses a projection lamp as shown in the manner described...
... the picture appears. ❑ When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. Introducing the Sony TV Introducing the Sony TV Screen Projection lamp POWER LAMP TIMER POWER Indicators Indicators Projection Lamp How to replace the lamp, see page 14). LAMP indicator The projection lamp has burned out. Your TV uses a projection lamp as shown in the manner described...
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Doing so may cause these parts to unplug them before moving the TV, place one hand in the illustration below. When moving the TV. 12 Do not hold by the pedestal or the front panel of the TV while grasping the top with the other hand, as shown in the hole on the lower portion of the TV. Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the TV. If you have connected cables and cords, be sure to break off. Introducing the Sony TV Installing the TV Carrying Your TV Carrying the TV requires at least two people.
Doing so may cause these parts to unplug them before moving the TV, place one hand in the illustration below. When moving the TV. 12 Do not hold by the pedestal or the front panel of the TV while grasping the top with the other hand, as shown in the hole on the lower portion of the TV. Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the TV. If you have connected cables and cords, be sure to break off. Introducing the Sony TV Installing the TV Carrying Your TV Carrying the TV requires at least two people.
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...inches (10 cm) away from Falling When using the TV stand SU-GW12 with a support belt designed for your TV, you must use the support belt. Climbing on or pushing the TV or its stand may affect the picture quality. Model KDF-E55A20 KDF-E60A20 Viewing distance min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 ... measure, secure the TV as follows. Introducing the Sony TV Introducing the Sony TV Take Precaution during Installation To ensure the safety of children and the TV, keep children away from the TV during installation. For the best picture quality, install your TV. Recommended Viewing Area ...
...inches (10 cm) away from Falling When using the TV stand SU-GW12 with a support belt designed for your TV, you must use the support belt. Climbing on or pushing the TV or its stand may affect the picture quality. Model KDF-E55A20 KDF-E60A20 Viewing distance min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 ... measure, secure the TV as follows. Introducing the Sony TV Introducing the Sony TV Take Precaution during Installation To ensure the safety of children and the TV, keep children away from the TV during installation. For the best picture quality, install your TV. Recommended Viewing Area ...
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...indicate the display unit needs servicing (see page 73. Press to select among the TV's tuner and other video equipment inputs. 14 Press to turn on page 76. Introducing the Sony TV TV Front Panel and Connectors Front Panel POWER LAMP TIMER POWER POWER LAMP TIMER POWER CHANNEL... 3 # VOLUME 3 # TV/VIDEO 6 7 8 5432 1 z The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Do not put anything ...
...indicate the display unit needs servicing (see page 73. Press to select among the TV's tuner and other video equipment inputs. 14 Press to turn on page 76. Introducing the Sony TV TV Front Panel and Connectors Front Panel POWER LAMP TIMER POWER POWER LAMP TIMER POWER CHANNEL... 3 # VOLUME 3 # TV/VIDEO 6 7 8 5432 1 z The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Do not put anything ...
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... OUT jacks on the front panel of the TV. 3 HD/DVD IN (1080i/ Connects to your DVD player's or digital set to Off. (Continued) 15 Introducing the Sony TV Front and Rear Panel Connectors Front Panel of TV Introducing the Sony TV POWER LAMP TIMER POWER VIDEO 2 INPUT S ...VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) R AUDIO Press up lightly to release the console 1 2 Connection Description 1 S VIDEO (Front and rear) Connects to the left and...
... OUT jacks on the front panel of the TV. 3 HD/DVD IN (1080i/ Connects to your DVD player's or digital set to Off. (Continued) 15 Introducing the Sony TV Front and Rear Panel Connectors Front Panel of TV Introducing the Sony TV POWER LAMP TIMER POWER VIDEO 2 INPUT S ...VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) R AUDIO Press up lightly to release the console 1 2 Connection Description 1 S VIDEO (Front and rear) Connects to the left and...
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... Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. Introducing the Sony TV 1 2 3 Rear of Dolby Laboratories. without the need for a set -top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. For more information, see page 25.... 9 HDMI (VIDEO 6 IN) Description CableCARD device provides cable subscribers with the VHF/UHF input jack, lets you to switch between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set -top box - Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna. that is PCM/Dolby...
... Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. Introducing the Sony TV 1 2 3 Rear of Dolby Laboratories. without the need for a set -top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. For more information, see page 25.... 9 HDMI (VIDEO 6 IN) Description CableCARD device provides cable subscribers with the VHF/UHF input jack, lets you to switch between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set -top box - Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna. that is PCM/Dolby...
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... signals that provide the best video performance, as possible from antenna, satellite and cable TV. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Overview Making Video and Audio Connections Your new LCD Projection TV can be equipped with the exception of video connectors available these days. To display clear crisp ...pictures, you use the inputs that are different types of the DVI connector but your TV and connected devices will need to ...
... signals that provide the best video performance, as possible from antenna, satellite and cable TV. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Overview Making Video and Audio Connections Your new LCD Projection TV can be equipped with the exception of video connectors available these days. To display clear crisp ...pictures, you use the inputs that are different types of the DVI connector but your TV and connected devices will need to ...
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...to white, etc. About Using HDMI to DVI Adapter If you are connecting equipment with DVI connector with S VIDEO S VIDEO cable Rear of an S VIDEO Connection Equipment with this TV, you will also need to use an HDMI to connect audio cables for video signals only. When you use the adapter, you... picture quality (compared to connectors. You can use separate audio cables for sound as DVI connector is for sound, as shown below. Example of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R Audio cable Cables are often color-coded to an A/V cable). Connecting the...
...to white, etc. About Using HDMI to DVI Adapter If you are connecting equipment with DVI connector with S VIDEO S VIDEO cable Rear of an S VIDEO Connection Equipment with this TV, you will also need to use an HDMI to connect audio cables for video signals only. When you use the adapter, you... picture quality (compared to connectors. You can use separate audio cables for sound as DVI connector is for sound, as shown below. Example of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R Audio cable Cables are often color-coded to an A/V cable). Connecting the...
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Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Basic Connections The way in which you plan to connect a VCR. If You Are Connecting See Page Cable System or VHF/UHF 20 ❏ No ... a VCR ❑ See the connections described on how your home receives a signal (antenna and satellite, cable, cable box) and whether or not you connect your TV will vary, depending on pages 32 and 33. 19
Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Basic Connections The way in which you plan to connect a VCR. If You Are Connecting See Page Cable System or VHF/UHF 20 ❏ No ... a VCR ❑ See the connections described on how your home receives a signal (antenna and satellite, cable, cable box) and whether or not you connect your TV will vary, depending on pages 32 and 33. 19