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WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. CAUTT_4:10 R EDUCE THE Rler_ O FELECTRIC SHOCI_ DONOT REMOVE COVER ( OREAO0. NOUSER-SERV_EABLE PARTS I NSIDE. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"...
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I (0)® SItS (SOUND RETRIEVAL) The (0) SRS (SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM) is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license from SRS Labs, Inc. It is covered by U.S. Patent No. 4,748,669. Other U.S. and foreing patents pending. I The word 'SRS" and the SRS symbol (0) are registered trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
Contents Introduction Trinitron® Color TV Features ......1 Batteries for the Remote Control ....... 2 About this Manual ..........Connecting Your TV Basic Connections ..........Connecting Additional Equipment ....4 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Setting up the TV Automatically ....
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony Trinitron ® Color TV. Before you begin using this manual, please check the model number located on the front cover of this instruction manual. The menu and illustrations used in these instructions...
Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the following illustration as a guide. About this Manual This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV. It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR, DVD, sateUite receiver, stereo system or camcorder.
Connecting Your TV Read this chapter before setting up your TV for the first time. This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting. Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATVcable Depending on the cable available in your home, choose one of the...
Connecting Additional Equipment TVand VCR _00_ (VAP_X Cable/antenna From (Optional connection) Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable TV to the IN jack on your VCR. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV.
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TV and Cable Box "IV v_,_.._ o,____ I -- S VII_O VHF_F AUBOOL'T vL_o (VAF_'BX) _J_Ol _. I _)-- ._-t-((o)) I From Cable Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to the IN jack on your cable box. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV.
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TV, VCR, and Cable "IV '_'_"F i f_:_--Jov,_o _UDIO C_'T '_4C@)I ,u_al .-R I 4 (Optional connection) ,-_--_,. Cable Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to the IN jack on your cable box. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack on your VCR.
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TV and Digital Satellite Receiver From II cable/ VHFJUHF Au[xo O_T (VAP_FIX) V]D_ Satellite receiver Satellite antenna cable Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on the satellite receiver. Attach the coaxial connector from your cable or antenna to VHF / UHF on your TV.
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Connecting a Camcorder Using A/V cables, connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. (Front A/V Panel) A/V output Connecting a DVD Player Using A/V connectors, connect LINE OUT on your DVD to VIDEO IN on your TV.
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Connecting an audio system Using audio connectors, connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE 2) on your stereo. ® _ AUD,O-, ___ __ L-_J IAUDIO.R /1: = ====-'.oil I_hl setup instructions.
O@@O MUTING Instantly turns off the sound. ®®® Press again or press _ to restore sound. SYSTEM OFF Powers off all Sony equipment Q®® once. ®®® W/VIDEO Cycles through available video inputs. ®®® Moves the cursor in the on- ®...
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w,¢_@ Cycles through available AUTO VOLUME settings (see page 16). JUMP Alternates back and forth between the last two channels selected with the (_)-(_) buttons. GUIDE Brings up the custom guide of your satellite receiver. MENU Displays the on-screen menu. Press again to exit the menu at any time.
Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV, you will want to run AUTO PROGRAM to set up your channels. _3WER Press to turn on the TV, the initial setup screen appears. AUTO PROGRAM [CH+] EXiT [CH-] First please Connect cable/antenna...
Quick Start to the Menus The following_se_gs are ayai!able _in Your_ o nsscr_een _ . me_nus:..Menu Make adjustments to your _VIDEO MODE:VIVID picture settings. I PICTURE IlrlfllllfllllllFIIlillllllllH BRIGHTNESS iltalllllllllltlmlllll ..COLOR IIIIII111111HIIIIILIlfl ........I SHARPNESS .,,.,,m,,,lu ..:)MENU Move{_ Select (2) Exit@...
Using the Menus This chapter shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your To access a menu 1 Press M E.o Use the _ or _ buttons to highlight an option. Press ¢_ to access the menu. Using the VIDEO _ menu VIDEO MODE: VIVID PICTURE...
Using the AUDIO menu AUDIO TREBLE I1_111111111111111111111 ..BASS Illfllfllllltlllllll flfi_,., . . BALANCE ....' ....AUTOVOLUME: OFF SPEAKER:ON AUDIO OUT:VARIABLE OPTIONS DMENU Move_ Select_ Exit@ TREBLE Adjust left or right to adjust higher pitched sound. BASS Adjust left or fight to adjust low pitched sound. BALANCE Adjust left or right to emphasize speaker...
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OPTIONS menu OPTIONS pMTS:STEREO EFFECT:OFF _MENU Move{_I_ Sele_ F_it_ STEREO: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo. Multi-Channel SAP: Listen to bilingual broadcast or other Second Audio TV Sound Programs (SAP). MONO: Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception. EFFECT SRS: Produces a dynamic three dimensional...
Using the SET UP menu SET UP CHANNEL SET UP PARENTAL CONTROL VIDEO LABEL CAPTION VISION: CC1 LANGUAGE: ENGLISH TILT CORRECTION:0 DEMO DMENU Move_ Select (3D Exit_ PARENTAL The PARENTAL CONTROL feature provides parents several CONTROL options for programming the TV to block shows based on their rating, (see page 22).
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CHANNEL SET UP menu CHANNEL SET UP FAVORITE CHANNEL CABLE: OFF CHANNEL FIX: OFF AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL SKIP/ADD CHANNEL CAPTION _)MENU Move[_ Select GD Exit_ FAVORITE With the FAVORITE CHANNEL menu open: CHANNEL 1 Use the _ or _, buttons to select AUTO or MANUAL, Quick access (selecting AUTO will display the last five channels...
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CHANNEL With the CHANNEL CAIrI'ION window open: CAPTION 1 Press _, then press o or _, until you reach the desired channel number. Label up to 12 channels with 2 Press c_ to activate the channel. their call letters 3 Press _ or _, to display the first call letter or number of the caption and press c_ to select it.
Using PARENTALCONTROL The PARENTAL CONTROL feature is designed to help parents monitor what their children watch on television. This section shows you the different rating systems available and shows you how to set your TV's rating. Overview of the Ratings Once you have become...
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MOVIE RATINGS (U.S.models only) This system defines the rating levels of movies shown on the big screen and those on prime cable channels. MOVIE RATINGS Rating Defined General audience PG-13: Parental Guidance suggested NC-17: - PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned DMENU- Restricted Selectrating Move[_(_...
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ENGLISH RATINGS (Canadianmodels only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English. Rating Defined as ENGLISH RATINGS I, C: Children 08+: Children 8 years and older 14+: General programming 18+: _)MENIJ Parental Guidance Select rating Viewers 14 and older Move(_ Select _ Exit_...
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Press c_, then use the (_)-(_) buttons to enter a 4-digit password. PARENTAL CONTROL PASSWORD: Use [0-9] buttons to enter newfour-digit password Move{_ Select G£) Exit_ Keep this instrUction manual in a safe place; In the event that you forget your password, please see page 33.
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Using the 9 or _ buttons, select the desired rating and press cz_. PARENTAL CONTROL PARENTAL LOCK: ON RATING:YOUTH CHANGE PASSWORD DMENU Move _(_ Select _ Exit_ Rating TV will allow a maximum rating of: CHILD TV-Y, TV-G, G (U.S. models only), G (Canadianmodels only) YOUTH TV-PG, PG (U.S.
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Resetting your password 1 Usethe _ or _ buttonstomove thecursortoCHANGE PASSWORD and press c_. Follow the directions for, "Initial Access into Parental Control," pages 24-25, for information on changing your password. Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating ENTER Press on the remote...
Other Information Programming the Remote Control You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non-Sony video equipment. Press COOESET Press _ or _ (FUNCTION). Use the (_)-(_) buttons to key in the code number from the following chart.
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SV2000 Zenith Sylvania 308, 309, 338, 310 Satellite receiver codes Cable box codes Hamlin/Regal 222, 223, 224, 225, 226 Sony 801 (preset code for remote control General Electric Jerrold/G. L 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 218 Hitachi...
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In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control. In this case, use the equipment's supplied remote control, Operating a VCR Press VrR_VO Power on the VCR (_)_ (_) Select channels directly c.c.
TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. No picture, no Make sure the power cord is plugged sound If a red light is flashing on the front of your TV for more than a few minutes, call your local service center.
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If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our Direct Response Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (U.S. residents only). (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).
Specifications For all models (except as noted) Television system American TV standard/NTSC Channel coverage VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125 Antenna 75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF Picture tube FD Trinitron ® Power requirements 120 V, 60 Hz Supplied Accessories Size AA (R6) batteries Remote Control RM-Y168 Optional Accessories Antenna...
Index ENGLISH RATINGS FAVORITE CHANNEL 1, 20 FRENCH RATINGS AUDIO ._ menu 16 AUTO PROGRAM AUTO VOLUME CONTROL 16 LANGUAGE 19 Battery Installation 2 Laser Disc Player codes 30 BRIGHTNESS 15 Menus Cable box codes 30 ._ 16 AUDIO CAPTION VISION 19 SET UP _ CHANNEL CAPTION...
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SHARPNESS Specifications 34 TIMER J_) menu Troubleshooting TV Features TV RATING TILT CORRECTION U.S.A. RATINGS 24 UNRATED 23 VCR codes 29 VIDEO _ menu VIDEO MODE STANDARD MOVIE 15 VIDEO LABEL 19...