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...you have additional questions related to the use of the TV. Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at: 1-800-222-SONY (7669) or visit http://www.sonystyle....com/tv/ Customers in the spaces provided below. Record these numbers in Canada contact the Customer Relations Center at: 1-877-899-SONY (7669)... or visit http://www.sonystyle.ca/tv/ 2 Serial No. Contacting Sony If, after reading the following instructions, you call one...
...you have additional questions related to the use of the TV. Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at: 1-800-222-SONY (7669) or visit http://www.sonystyle....com/tv/ Customers in the spaces provided below. Record these numbers in Canada contact the Customer Relations Center at: 1-877-899-SONY (7669)... or visit http://www.sonystyle.ca/tv/ 2 Serial No. Contacting Sony If, after reading the following instructions, you call one...
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...intended to alert the user to radio or television reception, which the receiver is designed, for the voltage where you may be using TV games, computers, and similar products with...important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual could void your projection TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at a high brightness or contrast... result of misuse. Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDS-R50XBR1/KDS-R60XBR1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation...
...intended to alert the user to radio or television reception, which the receiver is designed, for the voltage where you may be using TV games, computers, and similar products with...important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual could void your projection TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions at a high brightness or contrast... result of misuse. Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: KDS-R50XBR1/KDS-R60XBR1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation...
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... mercury. KDS-R50XBR1 KDS-R60XBR1 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local cable operator. Macintosh is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment... digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. WEGA, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation,... on -demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use spot lighting directed down from a cold to a warm location, or ...
... mercury. KDS-R50XBR1 KDS-R60XBR1 SONY TV STAND MODEL NO. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local cable operator. Macintosh is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment... digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. WEGA, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation,... on -demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use spot lighting directed down from a cold to a warm location, or ...
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...or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the ...Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Section 810...
...or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the ...Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Section 810...
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... quality, install your TV according to reflections from behind the screen. Cleaning this unit with a plugged AC power cord may result in the rear cover area may cause a problem with the specified number of the screen may appear white due to "Recommended Viewing Area" on page 104.)...; Hold the TV tightly when carrying it may be careful not to clean the inside of lamp. Projection Lamp ❑ Your TV uses a projection lamp as the original parts. Cooling Fan This TV uses a cooling fan. It should only be necessary to drop it on the apparatus. About the TV ...
... quality, install your TV according to reflections from behind the screen. Cleaning this unit with a plugged AC power cord may result in the rear cover area may cause a problem with the specified number of the screen may appear white due to "Recommended Viewing Area" on page 104.)...; Hold the TV tightly when carrying it may be careful not to clean the inside of lamp. Projection Lamp ❑ Your TV uses a projection lamp as the original parts. Cooling Fan This TV uses a cooling fan. It should only be necessary to drop it on the apparatus. About the TV ...
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...Features 9 Enjoying Your TV 11 Notes on the TV 11 Screen 11 Indicators 12 Projection Lamp 12 Installing the TV 13 Carrying Your TV 13 Take Precaution during Installation 13... Front Panel 16 Front Connectors 17 Rear Panel 18 Connecting the TV Overview 21 Making Video and Audio Connections 21 About Using S VIDEO 22 About Using HDMI to DVI Adapter 22 Basic Connections...48 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control 50 Special Buttons on the Remote Control ...........51 Using the GUIDE Button 51 Using the WIDE Button 53 Using the JUMP Button 54 Using the FREEZE Button 54 Using ...
...Features 9 Enjoying Your TV 11 Notes on the TV 11 Screen 11 Indicators 12 Projection Lamp 12 Installing the TV 13 Carrying Your TV 13 Take Precaution during Installation 13... Front Panel 16 Front Connectors 17 Rear Panel 18 Connecting the TV Overview 21 Making Video and Audio Connections 21 About Using S VIDEO 22 About Using HDMI to DVI Adapter 22 Basic Connections...48 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control 50 Special Buttons on the Remote Control ...........51 Using the GUIDE Button 51 Using the WIDE Button 53 Using the JUMP Button 54 Using the FREEZE Button 54 Using ...
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... Menu Bar Options 67 Memory Stick Precautions 70 Memory Stick Functionality 71 Using i.LINK Connecting i.LINK Devices 73 Selecting an i.LINK Device 75 Using the i.LINK Control Panel 76 i.LINK Setup 78 Using the Settings Overview 79 Accessing the Video Settings 81 Selecting Video Options ... Vision 98 Selecting PC Setup Options 99 Accessing the Applications Settings 101 Selecting Applications Options 101 Other Information Overview 103 Contacting Sony 103 Replacing the Lamp 104 How to Replace the Lamp 105 Troubleshooting 108 Twin View 108 Remote Control 108 CableCARD Device ...
... Menu Bar Options 67 Memory Stick Precautions 70 Memory Stick Functionality 71 Using i.LINK Connecting i.LINK Devices 73 Selecting an i.LINK Device 75 Using the i.LINK Control Panel 76 i.LINK Setup 78 Using the Settings Overview 79 Accessing the Video Settings 81 Selecting Video Options ... Vision 98 Selecting PC Setup Options 99 Accessing the Applications Settings 101 Selecting Applications Options 101 Other Information Overview 103 Contacting Sony 103 Replacing the Lamp 104 How to Replace the Lamp 105 Troubleshooting 108 Twin View 108 Remote Control 108 CableCARD Device ...
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...the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal's NTSC waveform with your new TV include: ❑ SXRD: SXRD is for models KDS-R50XBR1 and KDS-R60XBR1. Some of this Sony SXRD projection TV. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (... digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs. ❑ CineMotion®: Using the reverse 3-2 pull down technology, the CineMotion feature provides smoother picture movement when playing back movies or other conventional devices. ❑ WEGA Engine:...
...the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal's NTSC waveform with your new TV include: ❑ SXRD: SXRD is for models KDS-R50XBR1 and KDS-R60XBR1. Some of this Sony SXRD projection TV. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (... digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs. ❑ CineMotion®: Using the reverse 3-2 pull down technology, the CineMotion feature provides smoother picture movement when playing back movies or other conventional devices. ❑ WEGA Engine:...
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... cleaning methods could damage the screen surface. Special care is caused by moisture condensation on the TV. To dust off the screen use a soft cloth. When not using the TV for more than a week. Be sure to operate for about two minutes. Allow several minutes before turning on the lenses... inside. On moisture condensation ❑ If your TV for years to come and maintain its original picture quality, you anticipate not using the TV for a long period of time ❑ Unplug the AC power cord from the outlet if you should perform periodic maintenance. When the...
... cleaning methods could damage the screen surface. Special care is caused by moisture condensation on the TV. To dust off the screen use a soft cloth. When not using the TV for more than a week. Be sure to operate for about two minutes. Allow several minutes before turning on the lenses... inside. On moisture condensation ❑ If your TV for years to come and maintain its original picture quality, you anticipate not using the TV for a long period of time ❑ Unplug the AC power cord from the outlet if you should perform periodic maintenance. When the...
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Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. Introducing the TV Indicators Projection Lamp How to replace the lamp, see page 104). Green The lamp... in the PC power saving mode. If there is a change in the condition or a problem with a new Sony XL-5100 replacement lamp (not supplied). ✍ The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your TV...red indicator is on when i.LINK STANDBY is on or when your TV is in intervals of your attention. The projection lamp has burned out. Note the following: ❑ After turning on . When it requires your TV. Replace ...
Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. Introducing the TV Indicators Projection Lamp How to replace the lamp, see page 104). Green The lamp... in the PC power saving mode. If there is a change in the condition or a problem with a new Sony XL-5100 replacement lamp (not supplied). ✍ The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your TV...red indicator is on when i.LINK STANDBY is on or when your TV is in intervals of your attention. The projection lamp has burned out. Note the following: ❑ After turning on . When it requires your TV. Replace ...
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... TV Preventing the TV from the wall to the TV. ✍ When using the SU-GW12 TV stand with a support belt designed for your TV, you must use the support belt. Using the TV stand with support belts ❑ Sony strongly recommends using the SU-GW12 stand for your TV. * *You need to stretch the...
... TV Preventing the TV from the wall to the TV. ✍ When using the SU-GW12 TV stand with a support belt designed for your TV, you must use the support belt. Using the TV stand with support belts ❑ Sony strongly recommends using the SU-GW12 stand for your TV. * *You need to stretch the...
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... to the TV's video inputs. When the red LED blinks only three times, the lamp door of the timers is not securely attached (see "Contacting Sony" on -screen setting and activate the , B, b, v, and V buttons. When lit, indicates one of the lamp unit or the lamp itself is set , this LED will...; The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. For details, see page 101. Do not put anything near the sensor, as a reference when operating the TV. 16 Use the tactile dot as its function may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see page 106). and CHANNEL +/-
... to the TV's video inputs. When the red LED blinks only three times, the lamp door of the timers is not securely attached (see "Contacting Sony" on -screen setting and activate the , B, b, v, and V buttons. When lit, indicates one of the lamp unit or the lamp itself is set , this LED will...; The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. For details, see page 101. Do not put anything near the sensor, as a reference when operating the TV. 16 Use the tactile dot as its function may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see page 106). and CHANNEL +/-
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... read. (Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is lit.) 2 Memory Stick slot For inserting Memory Stick media to open the front panel using the small lip on page 63. 3 i.LINK Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your i.LINK-compatible portable device. R 12 3 Front panel connectors are under...
... read. (Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is lit.) 2 Memory Stick slot For inserting Memory Stick media to open the front panel using the small lip on page 63. 3 i.LINK Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your i.LINK-compatible portable device. R 12 3 Front panel connectors are under...
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... cable subscribers with the VHF/UHF input jack, lets you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television. You can also connect a DVI-equipped device to your TV by using an HDMI-to-DVI cable. 6 S VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of the TV. 18 This ... video, plus two-channel digital audio. For details, see page 25. 2 VHF/UHF Connects to your VCR, camcorder, or other video component. Introducing the TV Rear Panel 12 CABLE VHF/UHF 3 DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL S400 i.LINK (DV/HDV/MICROMV/TV) qs qa RGB 5 6 VIDEO IN 1 3 ...
... cable subscribers with the VHF/UHF input jack, lets you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television. You can also connect a DVI-equipped device to your TV by using an HDMI-to-DVI cable. 6 S VIDEO Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of the TV. 18 This ... video, plus two-channel digital audio. For details, see page 25. 2 VHF/UHF Connects to your VCR, camcorder, or other video component. Introducing the TV Rear Panel 12 CABLE VHF/UHF 3 DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL S400 i.LINK (DV/HDV/MICROMV/TV) qs qa RGB 5 6 VIDEO IN 1 3 ...
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...correctly and choose the correct display format (see page 22). 21 To display clear crisp pictures, you use the connections that are connecting a DVI-equipped device to this TV (see "Using the WIDE Button" on the latest A/V devices. Connector type HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) Separate audio... cable to the TV (and connected devices) should use a 300-ohm twin lead cable, keep it as far away as possible from antenna, satellite and cable TV. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Overview Your new SXRD projection TV can be easily affected by radio noise and the...
...correctly and choose the correct display format (see page 22). 21 To display clear crisp pictures, you use the connections that are connecting a DVI-equipped device to this TV (see "Using the WIDE Button" on the latest A/V devices. Connector type HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) Separate audio... cable to the TV (and connected devices) should use a 300-ohm twin lead cable, keep it as far away as possible from antenna, satellite and cable TV. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Overview Your new SXRD projection TV can be easily affected by radio noise and the...
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... S VIDEO cable for sound because the DVI connector carries video signals only. When you use an HDMI-to -DVI cable HDMI adapter Audio cable 22 Example of an S VIDEO Connection Rear of TV S VIDEO cable Equipment with a DVI connector to this TV, you will also need to white, etc. HDMI-to -DVI... cable or an HDMI adapter (not supplied). Connect red to red, white to connect audio cables for sound, as shown below. Both are available at left), you can use...
... S VIDEO cable for sound because the DVI connector carries video signals only. When you use an HDMI-to -DVI cable HDMI adapter Audio cable 22 Example of an S VIDEO Connection Rear of TV S VIDEO cable Equipment with a DVI connector to this TV, you will also need to white, etc. HDMI-to -DVI... cable or an HDMI adapter (not supplied). Connect red to red, white to connect audio cables for sound, as shown below. Both are available at left), you can use...
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... a cable box, see pages 36 and 37.) Antenna System Cable Type Connect As Shown Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna Antenna cable CATV cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This... Switch the TV's input between Press ANT to switch back and forth between the the cable and antenna TV's VHF.../UHF and CABLE inputs. ✍ Do not use this connection if you: ❑ Have a cable and/or an antenna. (This is especially susceptible to receive additional channels that are...
... a cable box, see pages 36 and 37.) Antenna System Cable Type Connect As Shown Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna Antenna cable CATV cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This... Switch the TV's input between Press ANT to switch back and forth between the the cable and antenna TV's VHF.../UHF and CABLE inputs. ✍ Do not use this connection if you: ❑ Have a cable and/or an antenna. (This is especially susceptible to receive additional channels that are...
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... Connection To Do This ... CATV cable IN OUT Cable box Coaxial cable Antenna cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV channels Use the Channel Fix setting to set to (usually channel 3 or 4) and then use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. ❑ You do not have a VCR. (If you ...and 37.) With this connection if: ❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you can: ❑ Use the TV's remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to operate the cable Program the remote control. Do This ... Prevent the accidental...
... Connection To Do This ... CATV cable IN OUT Cable box Coaxial cable Antenna cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV channels Use the Channel Fix setting to set to (usually channel 3 or 4) and then use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. ❑ You do not have a VCR. (If you ...and 37.) With this connection if: ❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you can: ❑ Use the TV's remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to operate the cable Program the remote control. Do This ... Prevent the accidental...
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... Coaxial cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV channels Use the Channel Fix setting to set to (usually channel 3 or 4) and then use a cable box. ❑ You do this... See "Programming the Remote box Control" on Using This Connection To do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see "Using the CableCARD Device" on...to switch channels. Connecting the TV Cable Box Before connecting a cable box, see pages 36 and 37.) With this connection you can: ❑ Use the TV's remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV's VHF/UHF input jack. (You must first program the remote...
... Coaxial cable VHF/UHF Rear of TV channels Use the Channel Fix setting to set to (usually channel 3 or 4) and then use a cable box. ❑ You do this... See "Programming the Remote box Control" on Using This Connection To do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see "Using the CableCARD Device" on...to switch channels. Connecting the TV Cable Box Before connecting a cable box, see pages 36 and 37.) With this connection you can: ❑ Use the TV's remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV's VHF/UHF input jack. (You must first program the remote...
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Rear of the S VIDEO cable. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver's SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Use A/V and S VIDEO cables to connect the satellite receiver's AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks...TV's CABLE jack, or your antenna to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. ✍ If your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of TV CABLE VHF/UHF Coaxial cable S VIDEO Satellite receiver A/V cable S VIDEO cable VIDEO AUDIO-L AUDIO-R ...
Rear of the S VIDEO cable. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver's SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Use A/V and S VIDEO cables to connect the satellite receiver's AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks...TV's CABLE jack, or your antenna to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. ✍ If your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of TV CABLE VHF/UHF Coaxial cable S VIDEO Satellite receiver A/V cable S VIDEO cable VIDEO AUDIO-L AUDIO-R ...