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Asan ENERGYSTAll ® Farmer, Sony has onto the screen. Continuously watching the same channel for energyefficiency. can cause the imprint of station...
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Object and Liquid Entry For your prrotection, please read these instructions completely, keep this manual for future reference. Never push ob'ects, of any kind into the set Carefully observe and comply with all warnin s, cautions through the cabinet slots as they may touch instructions...
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Never Service cover the slots and openings Damage Requiring Service with a cloth or other materials. Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing qualified service persova_el under the following conditions: Never block, tile slots and opening by placing the set on a bed, sofa, When the power cord or plug...
I Contents Introduction Introducing the FD Trhlitron WEGA Features ................About this Manual .......................... Batteries for the Remote Control ....................Front Panel Menu Controls ......................Using the Remote Control Remote Control Description ......................Programming the Remote Control ....................Using your TV Remote Control with Other Equipment ............
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony FD Trinitron WEGA ®. Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA° Features Some of the features you will enjoy include: FD Trinitron Flat CRT-- Delivers a picture with uncompromising accuracy and outstanding image detail via a technologically advanced tube.
Operating Instructions 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, satellite receiver, stereo system, or camcorden Once your TV is connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on-screen...
5.See "Prograrnnling tile Remote _=---_ MI_[_ TV/VCR Press to switch between TV and VCR mode. If you have a non-Sony VCR, you will need to program " ....the remote control to recognize your VCR. For "_'_ pagedetails; see "Programnling file Remote Control"...
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Operating Instructions Button Description FUNCTION buttons Press to select the equipment (VCR/DVD, SAT/ CABLE, TV) that you want to operate with the remote control. The indicator (LED) lights up momentarily when pressed to show which device the remote control is operating. _j_ VCR (operating) Press to operate your VCR.
Using the Remote Control Programming the Remote Control In order to use your remote control with other equipment, you need to program your remote control. Use the following procedure to program the remote control. Check the list of "Manufacturer's Codes" on page 6 and find the three-digit code number for the manufacturer...
Using the Remote Control Using your TV Remote Control with Other Equipment Operating a vCR ..............................Press Power on the VCR (VCR/DVD green button) (_)-(_) Select a chaPmel (_)_) Chang e channels Play video tape • Stop _1_ or _ Search forward or backward ......
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Operating Instructions Operating a Sate!!ite Receiver ..........................Press s_rr-,aa_ Power on the satellite receiver (SAT/CABLE green button) (_-(_ Select a chapaael _) _ Change channels Back to previous channel Display channel number Display SAT GUIDE GUIDE MENU Display SAT Menu Use the arrow buttons to move fl, e cursor in the menu, and the center button to _lect...
Connecting Your TV Read this section before setting up your TV for the first time. This section explains how to make the basic comlections and how to connect optional equipment. TV Rear Panel i_ i iii'!!i ¸'!!ii!_ ili ii!i_ _iiiiii !I_ !if!i! I ®...
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Operating Instructions Jack Description and AUDIO L, R jacks on your DVD player or digital set-top box (480i only). [] AUDIO OUT This jack comlects to the Audio input jacks on your audio (VAR/FIX) equipment. You can listen to your TV's audio through your L, R stereo system.
Connecting Your TV Basic Connections TV with Cable, Indoor, or Outdoor Antenna Depending on the cable system available in your home, choose one of the COl-,nections below: VHF only 75-ohm (Rear of TV) coaxial cable VHF/UHF VHF/UHF Cable Use this to connect the TV to a cable system or an antel,.na with a 75-ohm cable (usually built in to newer homes).
This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR (see page 5). To activate your remote, press C_ to operate your VCR. To do this, first program your remote control, then use the Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 27).
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Using your W with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box (see page 5). To activate your remote press _ to operate your cable box and then use the (_)-(_) buttons...
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This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your satellite receiver (see page 5). To activate your remote, press CZD to operate your satellite receiver. See page 7 on how to operate other functions.
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Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR or satellite receiver (see page 5). Turn on your VCR to enable your satellite receiver to work with this comlection. To activate your remote, press...
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Connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV. Using your W with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your DVD (see page 5). _D_D To activate your remote, press CZ) to operate your DVD. Press _...
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Connecting Your TV Connecting a Camcorder To connect your camcorder, you can use the Audio/Video inputs on either the front or rear panel of the TV. Using the audio/video cables (not supplied), connect the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.
Using Basic Functions Setting Up the TV After you have firfshed connecting your TV, you can use Auto Program to set up your chamlels. During Auto Program, the TV will automatically search for available channels program receivable channels. FOWER Press to turn on the TV.
Operating Instructions Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on-screen menus. For more details on how to use the menus, see "Using the Menus" on page 23. Menu Allows you to Adjust your picture settings. Change your audio settings.
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Using Basic Functions Menu Allows you to Set the clock on your TV and program scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and Timer 2. Select closed captioning options, label video inputs, adjust tilt correction, enhance your DVD picture resolution (16:9 Enhanced), select menu language, or run a demo of the menus.
Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting the TV. How to Access Menus To AccessMenus Press _u to display the on-screen menu. Use the _ or _ buttons to highlight the desired menu icon. Press (_D to select it. Use the _ or _ buttons to scroll up and down through the features.
Operating Instructions Using theVideo Menu Mode Use the '_ or ,9" buttons to highlight one of the following options, then press C_ to Customized select it. picture Vivid: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. viewing Standard: Select for a standard picture. Movie: Select for a finely detailed picture.
Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu Treble Press <_ to decrease the higher pitched sounds. Press €, to increase the higher pitched sounds. Bass Press <_ to decrease the lower pitched sounds. Press €, to increase the lower pitched sounds.
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Operating Instructions Speaker Use the {7 or ,9" buttons to highlight one of the following Custom options, then press CE3 to select it. selection Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers audio output with or without a separate stereo system.
Using the Menus Using the Channel Menu Favorite Use the '_ or ,9"buttons to highlight the position (1-5) where you want to set a Channels favorite channel, then press CE3. Quick access Use the '_ or ,9"buttons to find the channel you want to add to your favorite channels.
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Operating Instructions Auto Program Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV. Auto Program will search for available channels and program receivable channels. MENU Press Press _> to highlight Channel menu. Press ,9"to highlight Cable. Press GD to select. Press '_ or ,9"to highlight On or Off according to how you connected your TV. Press _ to select.
Using the Menus Using the Parent_ Menu The Parental Control feature helps parents monitor what their children watch on television. To use the Parent Menu When you select the Parent menu, you are prompted to set a 4-digit password. You cannot access the Parent menu settings without this password.
Operating Instructions Parental Control Setting the Rating You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock options. Press _" to highlight Parental Lock; then press CE3. If you are not familiar with Parental Guideline rating system, use one of the following preset categories to simplify the rating selection: Child, Youth, Young Adult.
Operating Instructions United States: Selecting Custom Rating Options For the United States, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: Movie Rating, Rating and Unrated. (For Canada, see page 34.) Movie Rating This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable channels. Rating Defined General...
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Using the Menus Unrated You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not rated. Allow Allows all unrated programs Block Blocks all unrated programs...
Operating Instructions Canada: Selecting Custom Rating Options For Canada, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: English Rating, French Rating, and U.S.A. Rating. English Rating These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English. Rating Defined as Children Children 8 years and older...
Using the Menus Using theTimer Menu Current Time Set your TV to the current day and time. Press CE) to open the Current Time menu: Use the _ or _' buttons to enter the correct day and time, then press (223. Press _:3u to exit the menu.
Operating Instructions Using the Setup Menu Caption Allows you to select from three closed caption modes for programs that are Vision broadcast with closed captioning. Closed- Use the _7 or _) buttons to highlight one of the following options, then press CE) to select it.
If you have a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, see "Contacting Sony" at the end of this section. General Problem Possible Remedies I want to reset the TV Turn on tile TV. While holding...
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(page 2). Contact your nearest Sony Dealer to order a replacement, please call our Sony Direct Accessory and Part Center at 1-800-488-7669 (U.S. residents only). Programming The Remote Control Problem...
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Other Information Video Problem Possible Remedies 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, discor, nect and recor, nect the power cord. If the problem continues, call your local service center.
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The number is located on the rear of your T_ and on the front cover of this manual. Our Customer Information Services Center phone number is 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or (416) 499- SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).
I Index 16:9 Enhanced Language Auto Program 19, 28 Auto SAP 25 Menus Audio 25 Channel Balance 25 Parent 29 Bass 25 Batteries Setup 36 Timer 35 Inserting in remote Video 24 Replacing Mode Movie 24 Cable 27 Sports 24 Cable Box Standard Connections...
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Timer i and Timer 2 35 Treble 25 Troubleshooting TV Features Video Label 36 VM 24...
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In addition, if you enter into a service contract with the Sony Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale, the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you.