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... rear of programming and signal provided by qualified service personnel before turning on page 4. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. Sony TV-Stand Model No. Be sure to subcontract the installation to a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and pay adequate attention to excessive dust or mechanical vibration. Availability of digital cable television programming in this manual could void your dealer. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High...
... rear of programming and signal provided by qualified service personnel before turning on page 4. s To obtain the best picture, do not block the ventilation openings. Sony TV-Stand Model No. Be sure to subcontract the installation to a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and pay adequate attention to excessive dust or mechanical vibration. Availability of digital cable television programming in this manual could void your dealer. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High...
Operating Instructions
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... the Remote Control 25 Operating Sony Brand Video Equipment .....25 Programming Non-Sony Video Equipment 25 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control 27 Using the Menus Adjusting TV Settings 30 Watching TV 30 Accessing the Equipment Connected to Your TV 30 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 31 TV Setting Description 32 Product Support 32 Clock/Timers Settings 32 Picture Settings 32 Sound Settings 34 Screen Settings 35 Video Options Settings 37 Audio Options Settings 38 Channel Settings 39 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings 40 Parental Lock Settings 40 External Inputs...
... the Remote Control 25 Operating Sony Brand Video Equipment .....25 Programming Non-Sony Video Equipment 25 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control 27 Using the Menus Adjusting TV Settings 30 Watching TV 30 Accessing the Equipment Connected to Your TV 30 Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMB 31 TV Setting Description 32 Product Support 32 Clock/Timers Settings 32 Picture Settings 32 Sound Settings 34 Screen Settings 35 Video Options Settings 37 Audio Options Settings 38 Channel Settings 39 CC Closed Captions (CC) Settings 40 Parental Lock Settings 40 External Inputs...
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Install in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus near any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is grounded so...
Install in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus near any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is grounded so...
Operating Instructions
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... sound. Caution Do not use any accessories or cables. This is a structural property of the panel and is a structural property of the TV. Installation s If direct sunlight or other hazards. Disposal of these may be affected by the manufacturer that he has used batteries according to replace the lamp with a plugged AC power cord may pop inside of the TV. KDS-50A3000 KDS-55A3000/ KDS-60A3000 Cleaning s Clean the rear cover...
... sound. Caution Do not use any accessories or cables. This is a structural property of the panel and is a structural property of the TV. Installation s If direct sunlight or other hazards. Disposal of these may be affected by the manufacturer that he has used batteries according to replace the lamp with a plugged AC power cord may pop inside of the TV. KDS-50A3000 KDS-55A3000/ KDS-60A3000 Cleaning s Clean the rear cover...
Operating Instructions
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... to display a message, "Projection lamp is on the screen. Your TV also has a function to follow the cleaning instruction on page 5 for a while or letting the TV run on your TV is replaced, please set the Lamp Replacement option in use a soft cloth. s When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. This is required. As with a new Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied). Projection Lamp Your TV uses a projection lamp as station logos and channel numbers are displayed for...
... to display a message, "Projection lamp is on the screen. Your TV also has a function to follow the cleaning instruction on page 5 for a while or letting the TV run on your TV is replaced, please set the Lamp Replacement option in use a soft cloth. s When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. This is required. As with a new Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied). Projection Lamp Your TV uses a projection lamp as station logos and channel numbers are displayed for...
Operating Instructions
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... to set -top box, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, A/V receiver as well as it may be necessary to your TV's audio through your stereo system. Can also be sure to also connect to other analog RGB equipment. DVI-to-HDMI cable 0 DMex/ SERVICE Audio cable DVI-to-HDMI adapter ~ • HDMI connection is supported. Note that this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set up this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of your digital audio...
... to set -top box, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, A/V receiver as well as it may be necessary to your TV's audio through your stereo system. Can also be sure to also connect to other analog RGB equipment. DVI-to-HDMI cable 0 DMex/ SERVICE Audio cable DVI-to-HDMI adapter ~ • HDMI connection is supported. Note that this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such as a set up this TV displays all video input signals in a resolution of your digital audio...
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... coaxial cable Side of TV VHF/UHF/CABLE input Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input on the back of your area) along with HDMI Connection Side of TV AUDIO L R AUDIO 1 2 3 RGB PC IN HDMI cable CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box (Continued) 13 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can also enjoy high-definition programming by...
... coaxial cable Side of TV VHF/UHF/CABLE input Cable System and VHF/UHF Antenna System Use an optional A-B RF switch (not supplied) to your TV via the HDMI or component video (with audio) input on the back of your area) along with HDMI Connection Side of TV AUDIO L R AUDIO 1 2 3 RGB PC IN HDMI cable CATV/Satellite antenna cable HD cable box/ HD satellite box (Continued) 13 HD Cable Box/HD Satellite Box You can also enjoy high-definition programming by...
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... TV will automatically turn on and select the respective HDMI input. • Automatically turn on equipment listed under the External Inputs on how to allow communication between Sony TV's and Sony equipment. Setting the HDMI Control In order for the HDMI Control function to operate, the TV and other equipment, refer to the audio output of the A/V receiver's attached speakers. • Adjusting the volume and muting of the A/V receiver with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. For other Sony HDMI Control...
... TV will automatically turn on and select the respective HDMI input. • Automatically turn on equipment listed under the External Inputs on how to allow communication between Sony TV's and Sony equipment. Setting the HDMI Control In order for the HDMI Control function to operate, the TV and other equipment, refer to the audio output of the A/V receiver's attached speakers. • Adjusting the volume and muting of the A/V receiver with BRAVIA Theatre Sync. For other Sony HDMI Control...
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... the screen to run Initial Setup to highlight options where applicable. To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto Program at a Later Time Select the Initial Setup feature from a cable box or satellite receiver and the VHF/UHF/CABLE input is turned back on the TV for the first time. Use the remote control to navigate through the Initial Setup: V/v button: Allows you to select the highlighted option and advance to set...
... the screen to run Initial Setup to highlight options where applicable. To Run Initial Setup Again or Auto Program at a Later Time Select the Initial Setup feature from a cable box or satellite receiver and the VHF/UHF/CABLE input is turned back on the TV for the first time. Use the remote control to navigate through the Initial Setup: V/v button: Allows you to select the highlighted option and advance to set...
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... TV icon. Settings Available TV settings and features are listed under the External Inputs icon. 3 Press V/v to move within the Category Object Bar. (The Category Object Bar shown below is for the Settings.) Product Support (page 32) Clock/Timers (page 32) Picture (page 32) Sound (page 34) Screen (page 35) Video Options (page 37) Audio Options (page 38) Channel (page 39) CC Closed Captions (CC) (page 40) Parental Lock...
... TV icon. Settings Available TV settings and features are listed under the External Inputs icon. 3 Press V/v to move within the Category Object Bar. (The Category Object Bar shown below is for the Settings.) Product Support (page 32) Clock/Timers (page 32) Picture (page 32) Sound (page 34) Screen (page 35) Video Options (page 37) Audio Options (page 38) Channel (page 39) CC Closed Captions (CC) (page 40) Parental Lock...
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... remote control to scene. Max With this option, the screen has a high level of brightness. High With this option, the brightness has reached the maximum level. Medium With this option, the brightness is set to the default values. Reduces the mosaic effect in a brightly lit room. Using the Menus Reset Advanced Iris Picture Brightness Color Hue Color Temperature White adjustment Sharpness Noise Reduction MPEG Noise Reduction DRC Mode ~ • Picture Mode for all inputs...
... remote control to scene. Max With this option, the screen has a high level of brightness. High With this option, the brightness has reached the maximum level. Medium With this option, the brightness is set to the default values. Reduces the mosaic effect in a brightly lit room. Using the Menus Reset Advanced Iris Picture Brightness Color Hue Color Temperature White adjustment Sharpness Noise Reduction MPEG Noise Reduction DRC Mode ~ • Picture Mode for all inputs...
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... the light and dark areas of color reproduction from the OPTIONS menu. • Picture settings for PC Timings (HDMI or PC input) are the same as other input modes (see above for details), but Noise Reduction, MPEG Noise Reduction, DRC Mode, DRC Palette and Detail Enhancer are not available. White Balance Adjusts the color temperature color by pressing OPTIONS on the Speakers setting under Audio Options settings (page 39) or headphone connection. Edge...
... the light and dark areas of color reproduction from the OPTIONS menu. • Picture settings for PC Timings (HDMI or PC input) are the same as other input modes (see above for details), but Noise Reduction, MPEG Noise Reduction, DRC Mode, DRC Palette and Detail Enhancer are not available. White Balance Adjusts the color temperature color by pressing OPTIONS on the Speakers setting under Audio Options settings (page 39) or headphone connection. Edge...
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... remote control. • Sound settings for accessing Wide Mode. Volume Offset Adjusts the volume level of Sound Mode. Full Enlarges the picture horizontally to prevent artifacts or lack of the commentator. If frequent screen changes are the same as all programs and commercials. Sound Booster Sound Booster provides a fuller sound with minimum distortion. Using the Menus Voice Zoom Adjusts the clarity of a news announcer is 4:3 (Standard-definition source). Off Turns off Auto...
... remote control. • Sound settings for accessing Wide Mode. Volume Offset Adjusts the volume level of Sound Mode. Full Enlarges the picture horizontally to prevent artifacts or lack of the commentator. If frequent screen changes are the same as all programs and commercials. Sound Booster Sound Booster provides a fuller sound with minimum distortion. Using the Menus Voice Zoom Adjusts the clarity of a news announcer is 4:3 (Standard-definition source). Off Turns off Auto...
Operating Instructions
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... the black level. Initial Setup If you have your TV's power on the screen each time you can run the Initial Setup. 43 When selected, the guide markers for minimal display information. Adjust Vertical position and/or Horizontal position by adjusting the lamp brightness. Device Auto Power Off Select On to use the TV at four corners of HDMI Control equipment connected to scan all the on the screen. Device List Displays a list of the screen. Select...
... the black level. Initial Setup If you have your TV's power on the screen each time you can run the Initial Setup. 43 When selected, the guide markers for minimal display information. Adjust Vertical position and/or Horizontal position by adjusting the lamp brightness. Device Auto Power Off Select On to use the TV at four corners of HDMI Control equipment connected to scan all the on the screen. Device List Displays a list of the screen. Select...
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... unplugging the power cord to allow the lamp to operate for replacement. Remove the door. 44 s Use a Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied) for about two minutes after turning the power off the power on the main unit. s Do not remove the lamp for any other than replacement. Doing so may reduce picture quality or lamp life. 4 Remove the outside lamp cover. Wait several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue...
... unplugging the power cord to allow the lamp to operate for replacement. Remove the door. 44 s Use a Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied) for about two minutes after turning the power off the power on the main unit. s Do not remove the lamp for any other than replacement. Doing so may reduce picture quality or lamp life. 4 Remove the outside lamp cover. Wait several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue...
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... the External Inputs list. • The banner display will disappear when there is locked to one of the following numbers: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support Condition Explanation/Solution No picture Cannot receive any channels • Make sure the power cord is connected securely. • Turn on the power of the TV. • Check antenna/cable connections. • Make sure the Cable setting...
... the External Inputs list. • The banner display will disappear when there is locked to one of the following numbers: http://www.sony.com/tvsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support Condition Explanation/Solution No picture Cannot receive any channels • Make sure the power cord is connected securely. • Turn on the power of the TV. • Check antenna/cable connections. • Make sure the Cable setting...
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... with a black border. If you to On. "Store Display Mode :On" • The Store Display Mode is set CC Display to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of the formats listed on left and right sides of the TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your program provider). • Programs in aspect ratios that the antenna is connected using HDMI input with your DVD (or contact your remote control operation; PC Input No Picture / No Signal •...
... with a black border. If you to On. "Store Display Mode :On" • The Store Display Mode is set CC Display to select closed captioning, select CC1 instead of the formats listed on left and right sides of the TV. • Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your program provider). • Programs in aspect ratios that the antenna is connected using HDMI input with your DVD (or contact your remote control operation; PC Input No Picture / No Signal •...
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... they are removed, the TV may need to be reset. • There may be more information. • The digital cable channel may be set to High, the cooling fan runs faster and its sound becomes louder. This is due to the strong light reflecting off the TV screen and reflections coming from such light sources. 49 It is time for you to replace the projection lamp used at high altitudes and the Cooling Mode is...
... they are removed, the TV may need to be reset. • There may be more information. • The digital cable channel may be set to High, the cooling fan runs faster and its sound becomes louder. This is due to the strong light reflecting off the TV screen and reflections coming from such light sources. 49 It is time for you to replace the projection lamp used at high altitudes and the Cooling Mode is...
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... 41 kg 90 lb. 7 oz. Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD016 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Online Registration Card (U.S.A. Specifications Model KDS-50A3000 KDS-55A3000 KDS-60A3000 System Projection system 3 SXRD panel, 1 lens projection system SXRD panel High Frame Rate Compatible 0.61 Inch Panel Full HD SXRD Device Projection lens High performance, large diameter hybrid lens F2.5 Lamp Ultra High Pressure Lamp, 120W, XL-5200 Television system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC...
... 41 kg 90 lb. 7 oz. Supplied accessories Remote control RM-YD016 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Online Registration Card (U.S.A. Specifications Model KDS-50A3000 KDS-55A3000 KDS-60A3000 System Projection system 3 SXRD panel, 1 lens projection system SXRD panel High Frame Rate Compatible 0.61 Inch Panel Full HD SXRD Device Projection lens High performance, large diameter hybrid lens F2.5 Lamp Ultra High Pressure Lamp, 120W, XL-5200 Television system NTSC: American TV standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC...
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... External Inputs 42 General 43 HDMI Settings 43 Initial Setup 43 Parental Lock 40 Picture 32 Product Support 32 Screen 35 Sound 34 Video Options 37 Sharpness 33 Show/Hide Channels 39 Signal Diagnostics 32 SLEEP button 19 Sleep Timer 32 Sound Booster 35 SOUND button 20 Sound Mode 34 Speaker 24 Speakers 39 Steady Sound 35 Surround 34 T THEATER button 21 Timer 32 TIMER LED 24 Treble 34 Troubleshooting 47-49 TV Auto Power On 43 TV POWER button 21 TV Rating 42 U U.S.A. button 21 Volume...
... External Inputs 42 General 43 HDMI Settings 43 Initial Setup 43 Parental Lock 40 Picture 32 Product Support 32 Screen 35 Sound 34 Video Options 37 Sharpness 33 Show/Hide Channels 39 Signal Diagnostics 32 SLEEP button 19 Sleep Timer 32 Sound Booster 35 SOUND button 20 Sound Mode 34 Speaker 24 Speakers 39 Steady Sound 35 Surround 34 T THEATER button 21 Timer 32 TIMER LED 24 Treble 34 Troubleshooting 47-49 TV Auto Power On 43 TV POWER button 21 TV Rating 42 U U.S.A. button 21 Volume...