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.../tvsupport or to speak with a support representative: United States 1-800-222-SONY (7669) Canada 1-877-899-SONY (7669) Sony will work to the Store 3-198-047-11(1) SXRD Projection TV Operating Instructions KDS-50A2020 KDS-55A2020 http://www.sony.net/ KDS-60A2020 ™ Printed in U.S.A. © 2006 Sony Corporation Please Do Not Return the Product to resolve your questions more quickly...
.../tvsupport or to speak with a support representative: United States 1-800-222-SONY (7669) Canada 1-877-899-SONY (7669) Sony will work to the Store 3-198-047-11(1) SXRD Projection TV Operating Instructions KDS-50A2020 KDS-55A2020 http://www.sony.net/ KDS-60A2020 ™ Printed in U.S.A. © 2006 Sony Corporation Please Do Not Return the Product to resolve your questions more quickly...
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... call upon your television Contact Sony Customer Support at the rear of your television after reading your manual z Experience difficulty operating your Sony dealer regarding this product. Serial No. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you : z Have questions on the use of the TV. Owner's Record The model...
... call upon your television Contact Sony Customer Support at the rear of your television after reading your manual z Experience difficulty operating your Sony dealer regarding this product. Serial No. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you : z Have questions on the use of the TV. Owner's Record The model...
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... from that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in accordance with part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDS-50A2020/KDS-55A2020/KDS-60A2020 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Never pull on page 5. s To obtain the best picture, do not expose this equipment... this polarized AC plug with the instructions, may cause instability and possibly result in the literature accompanying the appliance. KDS-50A2020 KDS-55A2020 KDS-60A2020 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO. NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following two conditions: (1) ...
... from that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in accordance with part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDS-50A2020/KDS-55A2020/KDS-60A2020 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Never pull on page 5. s To obtain the best picture, do not expose this equipment... this polarized AC plug with the instructions, may cause instability and possibly result in the literature accompanying the appliance. KDS-50A2020 KDS-55A2020 KDS-60A2020 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO. NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following two conditions: (1) ...
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...Sound, Inc. BBE and BBE symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Macintosh is incorporated under license from Dolby Laboratories. This TV is a trademark. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks ...of BBE Sound, Inc. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Certain premium, advanced and ...
...Sound, Inc. BBE and BBE symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. This TV incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Macintosh is incorporated under license from Dolby Laboratories. This TV is a trademark. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks ...of BBE Sound, Inc. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Certain premium, advanced and ...
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.... Servicing is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any way, such as 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. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do...
.... Servicing is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any way, such as 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. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do...
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... certifies in red, • screen images become dark, • no image appears on the unit. Unauthorized substitutions may result in the rear cover area may scratch the screen's coating. The noise may pop inside the lamp unit. (See "Replacing the Lamp" on your foot... with the cooling system of mild soap and warm water. s Before carrying the TV, disconnect any type of mild soap and warm water. For the best picture quality, install your TV. Projection Lamp s Your TV uses a projection lamp as these may cause a problem with a soft cloth. Please replace the ...
... certifies in red, • screen images become dark, • no image appears on the unit. Unauthorized substitutions may result in the rear cover area may scratch the screen's coating. The noise may pop inside the lamp unit. (See "Replacing the Lamp" on your foot... with the cooling system of mild soap and warm water. s Before carrying the TV, disconnect any type of mild soap and warm water. For the best picture quality, install your TV. Projection Lamp s Your TV uses a projection lamp as these may cause a problem with a soft cloth. Please replace the ...
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... Optional Equipment.....18 Front Panel 18 Rear Panel 19 Setting Up the Channel List - Contents Getting Started Welcome 8 Features 8 Notes on the TV 9 Screen 10 Projection Lamp 10 Installing the TV 11 Carrying Your TV 11 Take Precaution during Installation 11 Preventing the TV from Toppling Over .......11 When Installing Your TV against a Wall......12 Recommended Viewing...
... Optional Equipment.....18 Front Panel 18 Rear Panel 19 Setting Up the Channel List - Contents Getting Started Welcome 8 Features 8 Notes on the TV 9 Screen 10 Projection Lamp 10 Installing the TV 11 Carrying Your TV 11 Take Precaution during Installation 11 Preventing the TV from Toppling Over .......11 When Installing Your TV against a Wall......12 Recommended Viewing...
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... channels) or to customize your TV settings. ❑ Parental Control: Downloadable digital rating and V-Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming from younger viewers. ❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers a high-quality video for models KDS-50A2020, KDS-55A2020 and KDS-60A2020. The DRC Palette option ...create a list of the screen. By adjusting the iris shutter, this Sony SXRDTM projection TV. Some of the features that you with the best contrast and brightness from one scene to the next for your new TV include: ❑ SXRDTM: SXRD is for DVD (480p, 480i)...
... channels) or to customize your TV settings. ❑ Parental Control: Downloadable digital rating and V-Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming from younger viewers. ❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers a high-quality video for models KDS-50A2020, KDS-55A2020 and KDS-60A2020. The DRC Palette option ...create a list of the screen. By adjusting the iris shutter, this Sony SXRDTM projection TV. Some of the features that you with the best contrast and brightness from one scene to the next for your new TV include: ❑ SXRDTM: SXRD is for DVD (480p, 480i)...
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...directly onto the screen. ❑ The screen surface is consistent output between programs and commercials. ❑ PC Input: Allows you anticipate not using the TV for more than a week. When turning off . When the condensation has evaporated, the picture will continue to normal. 9 Wait a few hours ...or switching the breaker off the power ❑ The cooling fan will return to operate for about two minutes. Getting Started Notes on the TV Getting Started ❑ Favorite Channels: Using the MENU function, you can view and select from a list of time ❑ Unplug the ...
...directly onto the screen. ❑ The screen surface is consistent output between programs and commercials. ❑ PC Input: Allows you anticipate not using the TV for more than a week. When turning off . When the condensation has evaporated, the picture will continue to normal. 9 Wait a few hours ...or switching the breaker off the power ❑ The cooling fan will return to operate for about two minutes. Getting Started Notes on the TV Getting Started ❑ Favorite Channels: Using the MENU function, you can view and select from a list of time ❑ Unplug the ...
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...goes dark. To dust off the power for a while or letting the TV run on page 6 for a long period of its light source. Projection Lamp To replace the lamp, see page 47). ✍ Until you turn on your TV is nearing end of life. Please replace the lamp." to display a ... with a new Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied). ❑ After the lamp is on. 10 Temporary Image Retention When high contrast non-moving images such as its life will appear every time you set the Lamp Replacement option in use a soft cloth. Your TV uses a projection lamp as station ...
...goes dark. To dust off the power for a while or letting the TV run on page 6 for a long period of its light source. Projection Lamp To replace the lamp, see page 47). ✍ Until you turn on your TV is nearing end of life. Please replace the lamp." to display a ... with a new Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied). ❑ After the lamp is on. 10 Temporary Image Retention When high contrast non-moving images such as its life will appear every time you set the Lamp Replacement option in use a soft cloth. Your TV uses a projection lamp as station ...
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... children away from Toppling Over To ensure the safety of the TV. If you must use the support belt. 11 Using the TV stand with support belts ❑ Sony strongly recommends using the TV stand SU-RS11M (for KDS- 50A2020)/SU-RS11X (for KDS-55A2020, KDS-60A2020) with the other hand, as follows. As a protective measure, secure the...
... children away from Toppling Over To ensure the safety of the TV. If you must use the support belt. 11 Using the TV stand with support belts ❑ Sony strongly recommends using the TV stand SU-RS11M (for KDS- 50A2020)/SU-RS11X (for KDS-55A2020, KDS-60A2020) with the other hand, as follows. As a protective measure, secure the...
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Getting Started When Installing Your TV against a Wall Keep your TV at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall to provide proper ventilation. Blocking the ventilation opening of the cooling fan may damage the TV. 4 inches (10cm) 12 inches (approx. 30cm) 4 inches (10cm) 4 inches (10cm) Never install the TV as follows Air circulation is blocked Air blown into the cooling fan ✍ Do not install the TV near any ventilation, as it may affect the normal TV operating temperature. 12
Getting Started When Installing Your TV against a Wall Keep your TV at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall to provide proper ventilation. Blocking the ventilation opening of the cooling fan may damage the TV. 4 inches (10cm) 12 inches (approx. 30cm) 4 inches (10cm) 4 inches (10cm) Never install the TV as follows Air circulation is blocked Air blown into the cooling fan ✍ Do not install the TV near any ventilation, as it may affect the normal TV operating temperature. 12
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...222..2.10mmm))) 30° 30° ✍ Install the TV in a location that avoids reflections from external light sources. ✍ Reflections from external light sources may affect the picture quality. Model KDS-50A2020 KDS-55A2020 KDS-60A2020 Viewing distance min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m) min.... 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m) min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m) Horizontal Viewing Area 60 55 50 iiinnncccmhhhieeensss. 6655° ° 6mmm.6iiinnnf...t.6675...
...222..2.10mmm))) 30° 30° ✍ Install the TV in a location that avoids reflections from external light sources. ✍ Reflections from external light sources may affect the picture quality. Model KDS-50A2020 KDS-55A2020 KDS-60A2020 Viewing distance min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m) min.... 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m) min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m) Horizontal Viewing Area 60 55 50 iiinnncccmhhhieeensss. 6655° ° 6mmm.6iiinnnf...t.6675...
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... Guide. Viewing all channels requires a cable box. ❑ You do not intend to hook up the TV remote control, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 26. ✍ Press SAT/CABLE to your TV (see "Changing the Wide Screen Mode" on the cable box channel output. Cable Box/Digital Cable Box... recommended that you use a 300-ohm twin lead cable, keep it as far away from the TV as premium channels. CATV cable IN OUT Cable box Coaxial cable Antenna cable VHF/UHF CABLE Rear of optional equipment to begin operating the cable box with the remote control (see page 22). If...
... Guide. Viewing all channels requires a cable box. ❑ You do not intend to hook up the TV remote control, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 26. ✍ Press SAT/CABLE to your TV (see "Changing the Wide Screen Mode" on the cable box channel output. Cable Box/Digital Cable Box... recommended that you use a 300-ohm twin lead cable, keep it as far away from the TV as premium channels. CATV cable IN OUT Cable box Coaxial cable Antenna cable VHF/UHF CABLE Rear of optional equipment to begin operating the cable box with the remote control (see page 22). If...
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... Remote Control" on the cable box channel output. The indicator will light up any other audio or video equipment to your TV. Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna Coaxial cable Rear of TV SERVICE ONLY VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) PC IN RGB S VIDEO Y PB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VHF/... to view all channels, and ❑ You do not intend to begin operating the cable box with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of TV IN OUT Cable box ✍ To set your satellite receiver is not equipped with the remote control (see page 22). CATV cable Coaxial cable CABLE...
... Remote Control" on the cable box channel output. The indicator will light up any other audio or video equipment to your TV. Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna Coaxial cable Rear of TV SERVICE ONLY VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) PC IN RGB S VIDEO Y PB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VHF/... to view all channels, and ❑ You do not intend to begin operating the cable box with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of TV IN OUT Cable box ✍ To set your satellite receiver is not equipped with the remote control (see page 22). CATV cable Coaxial cable CABLE...
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Getting Started VCR and Cable CATV Splitter cable VHF/UHF CABLE Rear of TV SERVICE ONLY VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) PC IN RGB S VIDEO Y PB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) AUDIO R 8 1 PR L L AUDIO R R 3 4 5 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) S VIDEO Coaxial cable VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) VCR A/V cable S VIDEO cable Coaxial cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. 16
Getting Started VCR and Cable CATV Splitter cable VHF/UHF CABLE Rear of TV SERVICE ONLY VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) PC IN RGB S VIDEO Y PB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) AUDIO R 8 1 PR L L AUDIO R R 3 4 5 AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) S VIDEO Coaxial cable VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) VCR A/V cable S VIDEO cable Coaxial cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. 16
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Getting Started VCR and Cable Box/ Digital Cable Box VHF/UHF CABLE Getting Started Rear of TV SERVICE ONLY VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) PC IN RGB S VIDEO Y PB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) AUDIO R 8 1 PR L L AUDIO R R 3 4 5 .... 17 Coaxial cable VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) VCR A/V cable Coaxial cable Cable box A/V cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with your TV to work with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. ✍ If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a ...
Getting Started VCR and Cable Box/ Digital Cable Box VHF/UHF CABLE Getting Started Rear of TV SERVICE ONLY VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) PC IN RGB S VIDEO Y PB DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) AUDIO R 8 1 PR L L AUDIO R R 3 4 5 .... 17 Coaxial cable VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) VCR A/V cable Coaxial cable Cable box A/V cable ✍ If your VCR is not equipped with your TV to work with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. ✍ If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a ...
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Component video provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (6 of rear panel) or the composite video 2 connection. When Auto is necessary ...(MONO)-RAUDIO Description Connects to your camcorder or other video equipment such as video game equipment. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in the Setup settings, the component video function will be sure to select...to which you want easy access. ✍ If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. ✍ When connecting composite video to VIDEO IN 2, be the default ...
Component video provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (6 of rear panel) or the composite video 2 connection. When Auto is necessary ...(MONO)-RAUDIO Description Connects to your camcorder or other video equipment such as video game equipment. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in the Setup settings, the component video function will be sure to select...to which you want easy access. ✍ If you have mono equipment, connect its audio output jack to the TV's L (MONO) audio input jack. ✍ When connecting composite video to VIDEO IN 2, be the default ...
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... picture in a resolution of HDMI IN 7. (DVI connector is necessary to the TV's HDMI input. Getting Started Getting Started Rear Panel 1 IN 6 7 L AUDIO R For service use only an HDMI cable that this TV displays all -digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box...
... picture in a resolution of HDMI IN 7. (DVI connector is necessary to the TV's HDMI input. Getting Started Getting Started Rear Panel 1 IN 6 7 L AUDIO R For service use only an HDMI cable that this TV displays all -digital audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set-top box...
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... digital compatible. (DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) is noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust the Phase and Pitch of the TV. See "PC Input Signal Reference Chart" on page 50. Connect to the composite video and audio output jacks on the front panel of the PC settings as described on page.... You can be displayed. ✍ For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your TV to switch between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. This CABLE input jack, in a resolution of picture...
... digital compatible. (DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) is noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust the Phase and Pitch of the TV. See "PC Input Signal Reference Chart" on page 50. Connect to the composite video and audio output jacks on the front panel of the PC settings as described on page.... You can be displayed. ✍ For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your TV to switch between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. This CABLE input jack, in a resolution of picture...
