SXRD Projection TV
Operating Instructions
http://www.sony.net/
Printed in U.S.A.
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KDS-50A2020
KDS-55A2020
KDS-60A2020
© 2006 Sony Corporation
™
For Your Convenience
Please contact Sony directly if you:
· Have questions on the use of your television after reading your manual
· Experience diffi culty operating your television
Contact Sony Customer Support at:
http://www.sony.com/tvsupport
or to speak with a support representative:
United States Canada
1-800-222-SONY (7669) 1-877-899-SONY (7669)
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Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV. Record
these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
For Your Convenience
Please contact Sony directly if you:
z
Have questions on the use of your television after reading your manual
z
Experience difficulty operating your television
Contact Sony Customer Support at:
http://www.sony.com/tvsupport
oor to speak with a support representative:
United States
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
Canada
1-877-899-SONY (7669)
Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase.
Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an
extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully
inserted to prevent blade exposure.
Note on Caption Vision
This TV provides display of TV closed captioning in accordance with
§15.119 of the FCC rules.
NOTIFICATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
s Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
s Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
s Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Safety
s Operate the TV only on 120 V AC.
s The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall outlet
only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,
contact your dealer.
s If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet, unplug the
TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel
before operating it further.
s If you will not be using the TV for several days, disconnect the power
by pulling the plug itself. Never pull on the cord.
s For details concerning safety precautions, see “Important Safety
Instructions” on page 5.
Installing
s The TV should be installed near an easily accessible power outlet.
s To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation
openings.
s Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to
excessive dust or mechanical vibration.
s Use the TV at temperatures between 41°F (5°C) and 95°F (35°C).
s If the TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm location, or if
the room temperature changes suddenly, the picture may be blurred
or show poor color due to moisture condensation. In this case, please
wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before turning on the
TV.
s To obtain the best picture, do not expose the screen to direct
illumination or direct sunlight. It is recommended to use spot lighting
directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the
screen with opaque drapery. It is desirable to install the TV in a room
where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material.
s See pages 11 and 12 for more information on the installation.
CAUTION
Use the following Sony appliance(s) only with the following TV STAND.
Use with other TV STAND may cause instability and possibly result in
injury.
To Customers
Sufficient expertise is required for installing the specified product. Be sure
to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and
pay adequate attention to safety during the installation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: KDS-50A2020/KDS-55A2020/KDS-60A2020
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,
NE PAS OUVRIR
PRECAUCION
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO
NO ABRIR
Pursuant to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO.
KDS-50A2020 KDS-55A2020 KDS-60A2020
SONY TV STAND
MODEL NO.
SU-RS11M SU-RS11X
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Note
This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic and digital basic
television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing
such programming. Certain premium, advanced and interactive digital
cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable operator’s enhanced
program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use
of a set-top box. For more information call your local cable operator.
This television includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you to
receive unscrambled digital cable television programming via subscription
service to a cable service provider. Availability of digital cable television
programming in your area depends on the type of programming and signal
provided by your cable service provider.
Trademark Information
TruSurround XT, SRS and ( ) symbol are
trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT
technology is incorporated under license from SRS
Labs, Inc.
Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the
following US patents: 5510752, 5736897. BBE and
BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
Macintosh is a trademark licensed to Apple Computer, Inc., registered in
the U.S.A and other countries.
Blu-ray Disc is a trademark.
SXRD, WEGA, Grand WEGA, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation
and CineMotion are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
This TV is manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
This TV incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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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 near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on 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 apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
s Be sure to observe the TV’s “For Safety”
section on page 6.
Antennas
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An
outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come
in contact with such power lines or circuits.
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM,
EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM
CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT
WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and Section 54
of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-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.
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Antenna Grounding According to the NEC
Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna
Grounding.
Cleaning
s Clean the cabinet of the TV with a dry soft
cloth. To remove dust from the screen, wipe it
gently with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be
removed with a cloth slightly dampened with
solution of mild soap and warm water. Never
use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine for cleaning. If the
picture becomes dark after using the TV for a long period of time, it
may be necessary to clean the inside of the TV. Consult qualified
service personnel.
s Unplug the AC power cord when cleaning this unit. Cleaning this
unit with a plugged AC power cord may result in electric shock.
On Contamination on the Screen Surface
The screen surface has a special coating to reduce reflections. To prevent
screen damage, clean the screen as follows:
s Clean the screen with a soft cloth.
s To remove hard contamination, use a cloth moistened with a
solution of mild soap and warm water. Do not spray cleaning
solution directly onto the TV. It should only be sprayed to moisten
the cleaning cloth.
s Do not use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline cleaner, acid cleaner,
scouring powder, chemical cloth, or solvent such as alcohol,
benzene or thinner, as these may scratch the screen’s coating.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Do not attempt to service the set by yourself since opening
the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards.
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 51.
For Safety
Be Careful When Moving the
TV
When you place the TV in position, be careful
not to drop it on your foot or fingers.
Watch your footing while installing the TV.
Carry the TV in the Specified
Manner
If you carry the TV in a manner other than the
specified manner and without the specified number
of persons, it may drop and a serious injury may be
caused. Be sure to follow the instructions
mentioned below.
s Carry the TV with the specified number of persons (see page 11).
s Hold the TV tightly when carrying it.
s Before carrying the TV, disconnect any accessories or cables.
About the TV
Although the TV is made with high-precision technology, black dots may
appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly
on the screen. This is a structural property of the panel and is not a defect.
Installation
s If direct sunlight or other strong illumination shines on the screen,
part of the screen may appear white due to reflections from behind
the screen. This is a structural property of the TV.
Do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight.
s The picture quality may be affected by your viewing position. For
the best picture quality, install your TV according to
“Recommended Viewing Area” on page 13.
s When installing your TV against a wall, keep it at least 4 inches (10
cm) away from the wall.
Projection Lamp
s Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. It is time to
replace the lamp with a new one (not supplied) when:
• the message, “Projection lamp is nearing end of life. Please
replace the lamp.” appeared on the screen,
• the lamp replacement indicator on the front panel blinks in red,
• screen images become dark,
• no image appears on the display after prolonged use.
s In rare instances, the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit, but the lamp
unit is designed to contain all of broken glass pieces inside the lamp
unit. (See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 51.)
Cooling Fan
This TV uses a cooling fan. You may hear the noise of fan running,
depending on the placement of your TV. The noise may be more noticeable
during the night or when the background noise level is low.
Objects and Ventilation Holes
Never push objects of any kind into the unit through
the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in
a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the unit.
Disposal of Used Batteries
To preserve our environment, dispose of used batteries according to your
local laws or regulations.
s Clean the rear cover area of the TV regularly. Dust in the rear cover
area may cause a problem with the cooling system of the TV set.
Antenna lead-in wire
Ground clamps
Antenna discharge uni
t
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding conductors
(NEC section 810-21)
Power service grounding
electrode system (NEC Art
250 Part H)
Ground clamp
Electrical
service
equipment
NEC: National
Electrical Code
s When the lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a noticeable pop
sound. This is normal and is inherent in this type of lamp.
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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 Area .....................13
Connecting the TV...........................................14
Cable System and VHF/UHF
Antenna System..........................................14
Cable Box/Digital Cable Box
and Antenna................................................14
Cable Box/Digital Cable Box.......................15
Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna ........15
VCR and Cable ...........................................16
VCR and Cable Box/Digital Cable Box .......17
When Connecting to Optional Equipment.....18
Front Panel .................................................18
Rear Panel..................................................19
Setting Up the Channel List - Initial Setup ....21
Basic Operations
Using the Remote Control ..............................22
Programming the Remote Control .................26
Using Other Equipment with
Your Remote Control.......................................28
TV Controls .....................................................31
Using the Menus
Overview of MENU...........................................32
Picture Settings ...............................................34
Sound Settings ................................................37
Screen Settings................................................39
Channel Settings .............................................41
Parental Lock Settings ....................................42
Setup Settings..................................................45
PC Settings.......................................................49
Other Information
Replacing the Lamp........................................ 51
How to Replace the Lamp.......................... 51
Troubleshooting.............................................. 55
Remote Control.......................................... 55
Picture........................................................ 56
Sound......................................................... 57
Channels.................................................... 57
General ...................................................... 58
PC Input Signal Reference Chart................... 60
Specifications.................................................. 61
Index................................................................. 62
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Getting Started
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing this Sony SXRD
TM
projection TV. This manual is
for models KDS-50A2020, KDS-55A2020 and KDS-60A2020.
Features Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:
❑ SXRD
TM
: SXRD is a Silicon X-tal Reflective Display technology that
delivers high-level resolution, greater contrast ratio, faster response
speed and film-like reproduction compared to other conventional
devices.
❑ WEGA Engine: Delivers superb picture quality from any video source
by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to-analog
conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. This engine features
unique Sony technology, including:
• DRC
®
(Digital Reality Creation)-MF V1: Unlike conventional
line doublers, the DRC Multifunction feature replaces the signal’s
NTSC waveform with the near-HD equivalent by digital mapping
processing. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level
of detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity).
❑ Integrated HDTV: You can watch digital televised programs and enjoy
the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs.
❑ Advanced Iris: Automatically detects the brightness of the screen. By
adjusting the iris shutter, this feature can provide you with the best
contrast and brightness from one scene to the next for your TV viewing.
❑ Wide Screen Mode: Allows you to watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in
wide screen mode (16:9 aspect ratio).
❑ CineMotion
®
: Using the reverse 3-2 pull down technology, the
CineMotion feature provides smoother picture movement when playing
back movies or other video sources on film.
❑ MENU: Sony’s unique user interface provides easy access to the
popular and useful TV functions such as external inputs (switch among
connected equipment), favorite channels (create a list of your favorite
channels), cable channels (view cable channels), antenna channels
(view antenna 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 DVD (480p,
480i) and digital set-top box (1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i) connections.
❑ S VIDEO Inputs: Provides high-quality image from connected
equipment.
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❑ Favorite Channels: Using the MENU function, you can view and
select from a list of up to 16 favorite channels without leaving the
current channel.
❑ Steady Sound
®
: Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output
between programs and commercials.
❑ PC Input: Allows you to connect your PC and display the PC screen on
your TV.
❑ HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): Provides an
uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this TV and
any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set-top box,
Blu-ray Disc
TM
Player (BD), DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI
supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus two-channel digital
audio.
Notes on the TV To enjoy clear picture
❑
Prevent sunlight or other light sources from shining directly onto the
screen.
❑ The screen surface is easily scratched. Do not rub, touch, or tap it with
sharp or abrasive objects (see “On Contamination on the Screen
Surface” on page 6).
When not using the TV for a long period of time
❑
Unplug the AC power cord from the outlet if you anticipate not using
the TV for more than a week.
When turning off the power
❑
The cooling fan will continue to operate for about two minutes. Allow
several minutes before unplugging from the outlet or switching the
breaker off.
On moisture condensation
❑
If your TV is moved directly from a cold to a warm location or is placed
in a humid room, or if the room temperature changes suddenly, the
picture may blur or show poor color. This is caused by moisture
condensation on the lenses inside. Wait a few hours to let the moisture
evaporate before turning on the TV. When the condensation has
evaporated, the picture will return to normal.
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Screen To minimize reflection, the screen surface has a special coating.
Inappropriate cleaning methods could damage the screen surface. Special
care is required.
Cleaning the Screen Surface
Dust and dirt on the screen can affect the picture quality. To dust off the
screen use a soft cloth. Be sure to follow the cleaning instruction on page 6
for stubborn stains and dirt.
Temporary Image Retention
When high contrast non-moving images such as station logos and channel
numbers are displayed for a long period of time, there may be some image
retention on the screen. This is only a temporary condition. Turning off the
power for a while or letting the TV run on another channel will eliminate the
retained image.
Projection Lamp Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. As with any lamp, it has a
lifespan and needs to be replaced when the LAMP LED blinks or the screen
becomes darker. Your TV also has a function to display a message
“Projection lamp is nearing end of life. Please replace the lamp.” to let you
know that the lamp has reached its expected lifespan. Note the following:
❑ After turning on your TV, it may take a while (1 minute or less) before
the picture appears.
❑ When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. Replace the
lamp with a new Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied).
❑ After the lamp is replaced, set the Lamp Replacement option in the
Setup settings (see page 47).
To replace the lamp, see
page 51.
✍ Until you set the Lamp Replacement option, a message announcing
that the lamp is at the end of its life will appear every time you turn on
your TV.
✍ The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your TV is in use.
To avoid eye discomfort or injury, do not look into the light housing when
the power is on.
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Installing the TV
Carrying Your TV Carrying the TV requires at least two people. Do not hold by the pedestal or
the front panel of the TV. Doing so may cause these parts to break off.
When moving the TV, place one hand in the hole on the lower portion of the
TV while supporting the top with the other hand, as shown in the illustration
below.
If you have connected cables and cords, be sure to unplug them before
moving the TV.
Take Precaution
during Installation
To ensure the safety of children and the TV, keep children away from the TV
during installation. Climbing on or pushing the TV or its stand may cause it
to fall and damage the TV.
Preventing the TV
from Toppling Over
As a protective measure, secure the TV as follows.
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 a
support belt designed for your TV.
✍ When using the SU-RS11M (for KDS-50A2020)/SU-RS11X (for KDS-
55A2020, KDS-60A2020) stand for your TV, you must use the support
belt.
Do not grasp the pedestal
or the front panel of the
TV.
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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.
12 inches
(approx. 30cm)
4 inches
(10cm)
4 inches
(10cm)
4 inches
(10cm)
Air circulation is blocked
Air blown into the cooling fan
Never install the TV as follows
✍ Do not install the TV near any ventilation, as it may affect the normal TV
operating temperature.
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Recommended
Viewing Area
Your viewing position may affect the picture quality.
For the best picture quality, install your TV within the areas shown below.
Model Viewing distance
KDS-50A2020 min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m)
KDS-55A2020 min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m)
KDS-60A2020 min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m)
30°
30°
55 inches min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m)
55 inches min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m)
50 inches min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m)
50 inches min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m)
60 inches min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m)
60 inches min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m)
55 inches min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m)
50 inches min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m)
60 inches min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m)
65.
65.
65
65°
65°
65°
min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m)
min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m)
50"
50"
55 inches min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m)
50 inches min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m)
60 inches min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m)
Horizontal Viewing Area
Vertical Viewing Area
✍ Install the TV in a location that avoids reflections from external light
sources.
✍ Reflections from external light sources may cause unwanted
illuminations in certain areas of the picture (typically dark areas). These
types of illuminations can occur with the TV’s power on or off.
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Connecting the TV
To display clear crisp pictures, you must connect your TV correctly and
select the correct Wide Mode to display the picture in the correct aspect
ratio (see “Changing the Wide Screen Mode” on page 25). It is strongly
recommended that you connect the antenna/cable input using 75-ohm
coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality signal. A 300-ohm twin
lead cable can be easily affected by radio noise and the like, resulting in
signal deterioration. If you use a 300-ohm twin lead cable, keep it as far
away from the TV as possible. Do not use an indoor antenna, which is
especially susceptible to radio noise.
You can also connect a variety of optional equipment to your TV (see page
15). For multiple equipment connections, please refer to the separate Quick
Setup Guide.
Cable System and
VHF/UHF Antenna
System
Cable Box/Digital
Cable Box and
Antenna
Use this hookup if
❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium
channels. Viewing all channels requires a cable box.
❑ You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment to
your TV.
✍ Press ANT to switch between VHF/UHF and cable.
Antenna cable
CATV cable
z
To change channels
using the cable box, set
your TV to channel 3 or
4 depending on the
cable box channel
output.
✍ To set up the TV remote control, see “Programming the Remote
Control” on page 26.
✍ Press SAT/CABLE to begin operating the cable box with the remote
control (see page 22). The indicator will light up.
✍ Press ANT to switch between VHF/UHF and cable.
VHF/UHF
CABLE
IN OUT
CATV cable
Rear of TV
Cable box
Coaxial
cable
Antenna
cable
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Cable Box/
Digital Cable Box
Use this hookup if
❑ You subscribe to a cable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded
signals requiring a cable box to view all channels, and
❑ You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment to
your TV.
Satellite Receiver
and Cable/Antenna
z
To change channels
using the cable box, set
your TV to channel 3 or
4 depending on the
cable box channel
output.
✍ To set up the TV remote control, see “Programming the Remote
Control” on page 26.
✍ Press SAT/CABLE to begin operating the cable box with the remote
control (see page 22). The indicator will light up.
IN OUT
CABLE
Rear of TV
Cable box
CATV cable
Coaxial cable
CABLE
VHF/UHF
5
4
3
1
8
AUDIO
AUDIO
RGB
PC IN
VIDEO IN
HD/DVD IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
(
MONO
)
R
L
AUDIO
R
L
R
L
(1080i/720p/480p/480i)
P
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
(VAR/FIX)
P
B
Y
SERVICE ONLY
Satellite receiver
A/V cable
VIDEO (yellow)
Satellite
antenna
cable
S VIDEO
S VIDEO cable
AUDIO-L (white)
AUDIO-R (red)
Coaxial
cable
Rear of TV
✍ If your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO
cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable.
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VCR and Cable
CABLE
VHF/UHF
5
4
3
1
8
AUDIO
AUDIO
RGB
PC IN
VIDEO IN
HD/DVD IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
(
MONO
)
R
L
AUDIO
R
L
R
L
(1080i/720p/480p/480i)
P
R
AUDIO OUT
(VAR/FIX)
P
B
Y
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
SERVICE ONLY
Coaxial cable
Rear of TV
VIDEO (yellow)
VCR
A/V cable
S VIDEO
S VIDEO cable
Coaxial
cable
CATV
cable
Splitter
AUDIO-R
(red)
AUDIO-L (white)
✍ If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow)
instead of the S VIDEO cable.
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VCR and Cable Box/
Digital Cable Box
CABLE
VHF/UHF
5
4
3
1
8
AUDIO
AUDIO
RGB
PC IN
VIDEO IN
HD/DVD IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
(
MONO
)
R
L
AUDIO
R
L
R
L
(1080i/720p/480p/480i)
P
R
AUDIO OUT
(VAR/FIX)
P
B
Y
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
SERVICE ONLY
Cable box
Rear of TV
A/V cable
A/V cable
S VIDEO
cable
CATV
cable
VIDEO (yellow)
AUDIO-L (white)
AUDIO-R
(red)
VCR
Splitter
Coaxial
cable
VIDEO (yellow)
AUDIO-L (white)
AUDIO-R (red)
Coaxial
cable
Coaxial cable
z To change
channels using the
cable box, set your
TV to channel 3 or
4 depending on
the cable box
channel output.
S VIDEO
✍ If your VCR is not equipped 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 special
bidirectional splitter designed to work with your cable box.
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When Connecting to Optional Equipment
Front Panel
VIDEO/HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i )
2
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
(MONO)
R
Y
P
B
P
R
POWER
TIMER
LAMP
POWER
OPEN
1 32
Be careful not to pinch your fingers when
opening the cover.
To open the cover
Jack Description
1 HD/DVD IN 2
(1080i/720p/
480p/480i)
Connects to your equipment’s component video (YPBPR) output jacks. Component video
provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (6 of rear panel) or the composite video 2
connection. When Auto is selected for the Video 2 (Component) option in the Setup
settings, the component video function will be the default stream when present (see page 46).
✍ Component video (YPBPR) connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p,
and 1080i formats. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in a
resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines.
2 VIDEO IN 2
VIDEO
Connect to the composite video output jacks on your camcorder or other video equipment such
as video game equipment.
3 AUDIO IN 2
L (MONO)-R-
AUDIO
Connects to the audio (L/R) output jacks of your equipment, including camcorders, video
game equipment, 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 sure to select Video 2 (Component) to Off in the
Setup settings to activate both audio and video function for composite connection (see page 46).
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Rear Panel
5
4
3
1
8
AUDIO
AUDIO
RGB
PC IN
VIDEO IN
HD/DVD IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
(
MONO
)
R
L
AUDIO
R
L
R
L
(1080i/720p/480p/480i)
P
R
AUDIO OUT
(VAR/FIX)
P
B
Y
IN
6
7
AUDIO
L
R
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
SERVICE ONLY
1
3
9
2
4
567
8
For service use only
Jack Description
1 HDMI IN 6/7
L-AUDIO-R
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an uncompressed, all-digital
audio/video interface between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video equipment, such
as a set-top box, Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI supports
enhanced, or high-definition video, plus two-channel digital audio.
If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI IN
7 (with HDMI-to-DVI cable and/or adapter) jack, and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO
IN(L/R) jacks of HDMI IN 7. (DVI connector is for video signals only.)
✍ Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo.
✍ Do not connect a PC to the TV’s HDMI input. Use the PC IN (RGB IN) input
instead when connecting a PC.
✍ HDMI connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p
formats. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in a resolution of
1,920 dots × 1,080 lines.
HDMI-to-DVI cable
Audio cableHDMI adapter
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2 CABLE Connects to your cable signal. This CABLE input jack, in conjunction with the VHF/UHF
input jack, lets you set up your TV to switch between scrambled channels (coming through a
cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. For details, see page 14.
✍ VHF/UHF input receives over-the-air broadcast signal frequencies and CABLE
input receives CATV signal frequencies.
3 VHF/UHF Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna.
4 PC IN 8
(RGB/AUDIO)
Connect to a personal computer’s video output connector using HD15-HD15 cable (analog
RGB, not supplied). See “PC Input Signal Reference Chart” on page 60 for the signals that can
be displayed.
✍ For some Apple Macintosh computers, it may be necessary to use an adapter
(not supplied). If this is the case, connect the adapter to the computer before
connecting the HD15-HD15 cable.
✍ If the picture is noisy, flickering or not clear, adjust the Phase and Pitch of the PC
settings as described on page 50.
5 VIDEO IN 1/3
VIDEO/
L (MONO)-
AUDIO-R
Connect to the composite video and audio output jacks on your A/V equipment such as a VCR
or other video equipment. A third composite video and audio jack (VIDEO 2) is located on the
front panel of the TV.
6 VIDEO IN 1
S VIDEO
Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has
S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the composite video (5).
7 HD/DVD IN 4/5
(1080i/720p/
480p/480i)/
L-AUDIO-R
Connect to your equipment’s component video (YP
BPR) and audio (L/R) jacks. Component
video provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (6) or the composite video (5)
connections.
✍ Component video (YPBPR) connection is necessary to view 480i, 480p, 720p,
and 1080i formats. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in a
resolution of 1,920 dots × 1,080 lines.
8 AUDIO OUT
(VAR/FIX)
Connect to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment. You can use
these outputs to listen to your TV’s audio through your stereo system.
9 DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
Connects to the optical audio input of digital audio equipment that is PCM/Dolby* digital
compatible. (DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) is only available for digital channels.)
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
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Setting Up the Channel List - Initial Setup
After you finish connecting the TV, you can run the Initial Setup to create a
list of available analog and digital channels. The Initial Setup screen
appears when you turn on the TV for the first time after hooking it up.
1 Press to turn on the TV.
The Initial Setup screen appears.
2 Press V/v to highlight the on-screen
display language. Then press . The
message “Start auto program now?”
appears.
3 Press V/v to highlight “Yes” then press .
Auto Program performed through Initial Setup will automatically create a
list of receivable channels from both VHF/UHF antenna and cable TV
channels if both sources are connected.
If you choose to set up the channels at a later time, select the Auto Program
option in the Channel settings to scan available channels (see page 41).
✍ If you select "No" during Initial Setup, the Initial Setup screen will
reappear each time you turn on the TV until you complete Auto
Program.
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Basic Operations
Using the Remote Control
Button Description
1 TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video inputs.
✍ See page 45 for information on setting up the video
input labels, including the Skip function.
2 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (Off,
15, 30, 45, 60, 90 or 120) that you want the TV to remain on
before shutting off. To cancel Sleep, press SLEEP repeatedly
until Off appears.
3 FUNCTION
Buttons
The FUNCTION button indicator lights up momentarily when
pressed to show which external equipment the remote control
is operating. When the remote control is set to operate the
external equipment, these buttons will operate the equipment
you choose. You must first press one of these FUNCTION
buttons to operate the corresponding equipment. See page 26
for programming the remote control.
4 0 - 9, ENT Press 0-9 to select a channel; the channel changes after two
seconds. Press ENT to change channels immediately.
5 Use with the 0-9 and ENT buttons to select digital channels.
For example, to enter 2.1, press , , and ENT.
6 JUMP Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The TV
alternates between the current channel and the last channel that
was selected.
7 ANT Press to change between the VHF/UHF input and the CABLE
input.
8 SURROUND Press to select TruSurround XT audio effect or Off to turn this
feature off.
9 SOUND Press to cycle through different sound settings: Dynamic for
enhanced treble and bass, Standard for spoken dialog and
Custom for flat setting.
2 1
✍ The 5 button, CH + button and PLAY button have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when
operating the TV.
✍ Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the e
and
E on the batteries to the diagram inside the remote control’s
battery compartment.
,
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Button Description
0 GUIDE Press to display the guide when you are watching analog or
digital channels.
Using the Guide
The guide allows you to select the channels from a channel list.
The guide also provides information about the current program
being shown on each channel (if information is available from
the station).
✍ Program information in the guide is provided by the
broadcasters. As a result, it may sometimes include
only the channel number, without a program title or
description.
Using the Program Options Setting
The program options setting allows you to customize the
program settings on the currently tuned channel.
Alternate Audio
(When available)
Each program has a main audio stream (the
audio you hear when the channel is first
tuned), and may have alternate audio
streams. This option allows you to switch
among the alternate audio stream, when the
broadcaster provides an alternate audio
stream (for instance, the audio may contain a
different language).
qa RETURN Press to go back to the previous screen when displaying
MENU items and settings.
Make Way for Ducks!
Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley, two
wayward ducks on a unique mission.
1:26 Remaining
FAM
C23.1
1 ABC
10 DISC
23.1
FAM
36 TLC
65 HIST
68 SHOW
TV-G
CCCC
V
S
L
D
1080i
16:9
Audio 1 English
Audio 2 English
Alt. Audio
Alternate Audio
Information
banner
Channel
list
Program
options
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qs BD/DVD,
DVR/VCR
Operating
Buttons
When FUNCTION is switched on BD (Blu-ray Disc)/DVD or
DVR/VCR, these buttons operate the video equipment you
have programmed into the remote control. For details, see
“Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control” on page
28.
&
m
PREV
: Press to replay the current program from the
previous chapter mark (if any) or from the beginning of the live
TV cache.
REPLAY
: Press to replay the current program for a set
period of time.
ADVANCE
: Press to advance forward a set period of time
when playing back a recorded program.
M
&
NEXT
: Press to advance forward to the next chapter mark
(if any) or to live TV when playing back a recorded program.
m
(fast reverse)
: Press to play a program in fast rewind
mode.
H
PLAY
: Press to play a program at a normal speed.
M
(fast forward)
: Press to play a program in fast forward
mode.
X
PAU S E
: Press to pause playback.
x
STOP
: Press to stop the playback of a recorded program.
qd VISUAL
SEARCH
Only for Sony DVD recorders with the visual search function.
For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the
DVD recorder.
qf MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL + to restore
the sound.
✍ The MUTING function is not available when Speaker
is set to Off and Audio Out is set to Fixed.
qg VOL +/– Press to adjust the volume.
qh DVR/VCR
Record
Buttons
z REC: Press to record. Pressing this button alone starts the
recording process.
X REC PAUSE: Press to pause the recording.
x REC STOP: Press to stop the recording.
qj BD/DVD TOP
MENU/MENU
Press to display the top menu or menu.
✍ For further information, refer to the operating manual
of the connected equipment.
qk POWER Press to turn on and off the external equipment selected from
the FUNCTION buttons 3.
ql TV POWER Press to turn on and off the TV.
w; FREEZE Press once to display a frozen image of the current program.
Press again to return to the program.
Button Description
Frozen
picture
Freeze
Current
program in
progress
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Changing the Wide Screen Mode
wa PICTURE Press repeatedly to cycle through the available picture modes:
Vivid, Standard, Custom. The picture modes can be also
accessed in the Picture settings. For details, see
“Picture
Settings” on page 34.
ws WIDE Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings:
Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings
can be also accessed in the Screen settings. See page 39.
4:3 Original source
Standard definition source
16:9 Original source
High definition source
mm
Wide Zoom Wide Zoom
Normal Normal
Full Full
Zoom Zoom
wd DISPLAY Press once to display the current channel number, channel
label, program-related information (if available), time, Wide
Mode settings and remaining sleep time (when Sleep is set,
see page 46). The OSD (on screen display) will turn off
automatically in a few seconds, or you can press DISPLAY
again to turn it off immediately.
wf
V/v/B/b Press V/v/B/b to move the on-screen cursor. Press to
select/confirm an item.
wg TOOLS Press to access the Tools menu with commonly used options
such as: Picture Mode, Sound Mode, Wide Mode, Add to
Favorites, Caption Vision (CC) and Alternate Audio.
✍ The menus you can select may vary depending on
the input signal.
wh MENU Press to display the MENU with TV functions and settings.
See “Overview of MENU” on page 32.
wj CH +/– Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through
channels, press and hold down either +/–.
wk F1/F2 Press to select the function of connected components. For
details, see “Using Other Equipment with Your Remote
Control” on page 28.
Button Description
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Programming the Remote Control
The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment.
Follow the steps below to program your TV’s remote control to operate non-
Sony video equipment.
Find the three-digit code for your equipment from the “Manufacturer’s
Codes” listed on page 27. If more than one code number is listed, try
entering from the code listed first.
1 Press and hold the , or
FUNCTION button you want to
program on the remote control and press the button simultaneously.
The selected
FUNCTION button (BD/DVD, DVR/VCR or
SAT/CABLE) will flash.
2 Enter the three-digit manufacturer’s code number using the --9
buttons while the
FUNCTION button is lit. If the code is not entered
within 10 seconds, you must start again from step 1.
3 Press the button while the
FUNCTION button is lit.
When the programming is correct, the selected
FUNCTION button
blinks twice, and when not, blinks five times.
To check if the code works
Aim your TV’s remote control at the equipment, and press the green
button. If you can turn the equipment on and off by using the remote control,
then the programming is complete. If not, try the next code listed.
Sony Equipment Programmable Code Number
BD/DVD 101 (Sony Blu-ray Disc Player)
DVR/VCR 901 (Sony Dream System)
SAT/CABLE 801 (Sony Satellite Receiver)
✍ While , and buttons are labeled as such, you can still
program any of your connected equipment using any one of the buttons
regardless of the label. For example, button can be programmed to
operate your VCR. If you have a DVD/VCR combo that you want to
operate with your TV remote control, you can program with the or
or even the , but remember which button you have
programmed for your particular use.
✍ If no code is input within the above specified time, or an invalid or
incorrect code number is input, the remote control automatically goes
back to the previous setting.
✍ In some cases, you may not be able to program your remote control to
operate other equipment. In such cases, use the equipment’s own
remote control.
BD/DVD
DVR/VCR
SAT/CABLE
D
I
S
P
L
A
Y
BD/DVD
DVR/VCR
SAT/CABLE
BD/DVD
BD/DVD
DVR/VCR
SAT/CABLE
POWERPOWER
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Manufacturer’s Codes
DVD Players
DVD/VCR Combo Units
HDD/DVD Combo Units
DVD Changers
DVR
Blu-ray Disc Player (BD)
5.1ch DVD AV System
AV Receivers
VCRs
Manufacturer Code
Sony 751, 763
General Electric/RCA
755
Hitachi 758
JVC 756
Magnavox 757
Mitsubishi 761
Oritron 759
Panasonic 753
Philips 757
Pioneer 752, 778
RCA/PROSCAN 755
Samsung 758
Tos hiba 754
Zenith 760, 762
Manufacturer Code
Sony 767
Broksonic 776
JVC 775
Panasonic 777
Samsung 774
Tos hiba 773
Zenith 768
Manufacturer Code
Sony 770, 771, 772
Manufacturer Code
Sony 765
Panasonic 766
Manufacturer Code
Sony 901
Manufacturer Code
Sony 101, 102, 103
Manufacturer Code
Sony (DAV) 601, 602, 603, 604
Manufacturer Code
Sony 764
Manufacturer Code
Sony 301, 302, 303
(VHS, 8mm, Beta)
Sony DV 348
Admiral (M. Ward) 327
Aiwa* 338, 344
Audio Dynamic 314, 337
Broksonic 317, 319
Canon 308, 309
Citizen 332
Craig 302, 332
Curtis Mathes 304, 309, 338
Daewoo 309, 312, 341
DBX 314, 336, 337
Dimensia 304
Emerson 316, 317, 318, 319,
320, 341
Fisher 330, 335
Funai 338
General Electric 304, 309, 329
Go Video 322, 339, 340
Goldstar 332
Hitachi 304, 305, 306, 338
Instant Replay 308, 309
JC Penney 304, 305, 309, 314,
330, 336, 337
JVC 314, 336, 337, 345,
346, 347
Kenwood 314, 332, 336, 337
LG 332
LXI (SEARS) 305, 330, 332, 335,
338
Magnavox 308, 309, 310
Marantz 314, 336, 337
Marta 332
Memorex 309, 335
Minolta 304, 305
Mitsubishi/MGA 323, 324, 325, 326
Multitech 321, 325, 338
NEC 314, 336, 337
Olympic 308, 309
Optimus 327
Orion 317
Panasonic 306, 307, 308, 309
Pentax 304, 305
Philco 308, 309
Philips 308, 309, 310
Pioneer 308
Quasar 306, 308, 309
RCA/PROSCAN 304, 305, 308, 309,
310, 311, 312, 313,
329
Realistic 309, 324, 328, 330,
335, 338
Sansui 314
Manufacturer Code
Cable Boxes
Satellite Receivers
* If an Aiwa VCR does not work even
though you enter the code for Aiwa, enter
the code for Sony instead.
Samsung 313, 321, 322
Sanyo 330, 335
Scott 312, 313, 321, 323,
324, 325, 326, 335
Sharp 327, 328
Signature 2000
(M. Ward)
327, 338
SV2000 338
Sylvania 308, 309, 310, 338
Symphonic 338
Tashiro 332
Tatung 314, 336, 337
Teac 314, 336, 337, 338
Technics 308, 309
Toshiba 311, 312
Wards 327, 328, 331, 332,
335
Yamaha 314, 330, 336, 337
Zenith 331
Manufacturer Code
Sony 230
Hamlin/Regal 222, 223, 224, 225,
226
Jerrold/
General Inst./
Motorola
201, 202, 203, 204,
205, 206, 207, 208,
218, 222
Oak 227, 228, 229
Panasonic 219, 220, 221
Pioneer 211, 214, 215
Scientific Atlanta 209, 210, 211
Tocom 216, 217
Zenith 212, 213
Manufacturer Code
Sony 801
Dish Network 810
Echostar 810
General Electric 802
Hitachi 805
Hughes 804
JVC 810
Mitsubishi 809
Panasonic 803
Philips 811
RCA/PROSCAN
802, 808
Toshiba 806, 807
Samsung 812
Manufacturer Code
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Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control
To operate other equipment connected to your TV, first turn to page 27 and
program the necessary code. For operating video equipment, press
TV/VIDEO repeatedly until you see the video input on the screen for your
connected equipment. Remote control tips are provided below.
Operating a Cable Box
Operating a Satellite Receiver
Operating a VCR
Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer
✍ Some functions cannot be operated depending on the equipment. In
that case, operate by the remote control supplied with the equipment.
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the cable box
SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION)
Select a channel 0-9, ENT
Change channels CH +/–
Turn on/off POWER Back to previous channel JUMP
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the satellite receiver
SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION)
Display channel number DISPLAY
Display SAT Guide GUIDE
Turn on/off POWER Display SAT Menu MENU
Select a channel 0-9, ENT Move highlight (cursor) V v B b
Change channels CH +/–
Select item
Back to previous channel JUMP
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the VCR
DVR/VCR (FUNCTION)
Fast forward M
Rewind the tape m
Turn on/off POWER
Pause
X (press again to resume
normal playback)
Change channels CH +/–
Record z Select a channel 0-9, ENT
Play H INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO
Stop x
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the DVD
DVD/VCR (FUNCTION)
Step through different
tracks of the disc
m to fast reverse or M to
fast forward the disc when
pressed during playback
Turn on/off POWER
Step through different chapters of the
disc
> to step forward or . to
step backward
If you have a DVD changer,
to skip disc
F1 Select a track directly 0-9, ENT
Play H Display the disc menu or top menu
BD/DVD MENU or
TOP MENU
Stop
x
Display the system MENU MENU
Pause
X (press again to resume
normal playback)
Operate the DVD menu
V v B b,
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Operating a Blu-ray Disc Player (BD)
Operating a 5.1ch DVD AV System (Sony DAV)
Operating a DVD/VCR Combo Unit
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the Blu-ray Disc Player
BD/DVD (FUNCTION)
Step through different
tracks of the disc
m to fast reverse or M to
fast forward the disc when
pressed during playback
Turn on/off POWER Display the POP UP menu (BD) BD/DVD MENU
Play H Display the disc menu (DVD) BD/DVD MENU
Stop x Display the top menu (BD) BD/DVD TOP MENU
Pause
X (press again to resume
normal playback)
Display the top menu (DVD) BD/DVD TOP MENU
Operate the menu
V v B b,
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the DVD
BD/DVD (FUNCTION)
Play H
Stop x
Turn on/off POWER Pause X
Select other equipment connected to
the DAV
F1
Search the picture forward or backward
M or m during playback
Disk skip F2
Specify the previous chapter/track
Specify the next chapter/track
.
>
Display the disc menu or top menu
BD/DVD MENU or
TOP MENU
Move highlight (cursor) V v B b
Select a track directly
0-9, ENT
Select item
Master volume VOL +/–, MUTING
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the DVD/VCR
DVR/VCR (FUNCTION) Search the picture forward or backward M or m during playback
Turn on/off POWER
Move highlight (cursor)
and select (DVD)
V v B b
Select the DVD
Select the VCR
F 1
F 2
Record (VCR) z
Display the disc menu or top menu
BD/DVD MENU or
TOP MENU
Change channels (VCR)
CH +/– or 0-9, ENT
(using tuner)
Play H
Adjust tracking (VCR)
CH +/–
(during tape playback)
Stop x Index search . >
Pause X INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO
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Operating a HDD/DVD Combo Unit
Operating an AV Receiver
Operating a DVR
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the DVD/HDD
DVR/VCR (FUNCTION)
Record z
REC PAUSE X
Turn on/off POWER REC STOP x
Select the HDD
Select the DVD
F 1
F 2
Specify the previous chapter/track
Specify the next chapter/track
.
>
Play H Replay
Stop x Advance
Pause
X
Display the disc menu or top menu
BD/DVD MENU or
TOP MENU
Search the picture forward or backward M or m during playback INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO
Move highlight (cursor)
and select
V v B b
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the AV Receiver
DVR (FUNCTION) Master volume VOL +/–, MUTING
Turn on/off POWER
Select other input connected to
AV receiver
F1
To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
Activate the remote control to operate
the DVR
DVR/VCR (FUNCTION)
Jump forward to the next available
chapter
>
Turn on/off POWER Stop x
Play H Pause X
Jump back while viewing live or record
programs
REPLAY
Record z
Record Stop x
Slow mode m/m (press lightly) Record Pause X
Jump forward while viewing recorded
programs
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TV Controls
MENU
TV/VIDEO
CHANNELVOLUM
E
POWER
TIMER
LAMP
POWER
OPEN
POWER
TIMER
LAMP
POWER
4
0
2
9
6
78315
Be careful not to pinch your fingers
when opening the cover.
To open the cover
Item Description
1
MENU Press to display MENU with TV functions and settings (see “Overview of MENU” on page 32).
2
TV/VIDEO
Press to cycle through the video inputs. If you set a certain input to Skip in Label Video
Inputs, then the input will not appear. For details, see page 45.
In the MENU screen, this button serves as confirming the selection or setting.
3
VOLUME +/–
Press to adjust the volume. In the MENU screen, these buttons serve as left/right buttons.
4
CHANNEL +/–
Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through channels, press and hold down either
–/+. In the MENU screen, these buttons serve as up/down buttons.
5
TIMER LED When the timer is set, this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For details, see
page 46.
6
LAMP LED Blinks in red when the lamp for the light source has burned out. For details, see “Replacing the
Lamp” on page 51.
7
POWER LED Lights up in green when the TV is turned on. If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may
indicate the display unit needs servicing (see the contacting Sony information on page 2).
When the red LED blinks only three times, the lamp door of the lamp unit or the lamp itself is
not securely attached (see page 53).
8
(IR) Infrared
Receiver
Receives IR signals from the remote control.
Do not put anything near the sensor, as its function may be affected.
9
POWER Press to turn on and off the TV.
q;
Speaker Outputs the audio signal.
✍ The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Use it as a reference when operating
the TV.
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Overview of MENU
MENU Description
External Inputs
The External Inputs feature lets you select the external
inputs connected to your TV. You can also assign a label
using Label Video Inputs in the Setup settings (see
page 45).
Exit:
Select from connected equipment
MENU
MENU
External Inputs
Favorites
Cable
Antenna
Settings
C
C
C
C
ENT
R
E
T
U
R
N
TOOLS
1
2, 3
TV/VIDEO
FUNCTION
TV
BD/DVD
POWER TV POWER
JUMP ANT FREEZE
SURROUND
PICTURE
SOUND
WIDE
PLAY
G
U
ID
E
DISPLAY
REPLAY ADVANCE NEXTPREV
MENU
MODE
DVR/VCR
SAT/CABLE
SLEEP
1 Press MENU on the remote.
The MENU control panel appears.
2 Press V/v to highlight the item.
3 Press to select an option.
Press MENU to exit.
✍ A dot appears next to the icon of
the currently active input (External
Inputs, Cable, and Antenna only).
✍ When the TV is displaying the input
from a connected PC, the menu
only shows PC settings. For more
information about PC settings, see
page 49.
MENU provides one-button access for controlling your TV. It enables you to perform a variety of tasks
intuitively with a control panel on the screen rather than a variety of remote control button presses.
When you press the MENU button, you can select from basic TV functions: External Inputs,
Favorites, Cable, Antenna or Settings.
Exit:
External Inputs
Exit
Video 1
Video 2 Camcorder
Video 3 DVD
Video 4 DVR
Video 5
Video 6
Video 7
Video 8
Edit Video Labels
MENU
1 Highlight External Inputs on the MENU control
panel and press .
2 Press V/v to highlight the desired external input and
press .
✍ To display the PC settings, select Video 8 in
External Inputs. For more information about PC
settings, see page 49.
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Favorites
The Favorites feature lets you select programs from a
list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify.
1 Highlight Favorites from the MENU control
panel and press . The Favorite Channels list
appears.
2 Make your selection by pressing V/v to highlight
the desired channel and then press
. To add
the current channel to the list of Favorite
Channels, highlight Add to Favorites and pre
ss
.
To manually edit your favorite channels, select Edit Favorites. For more
information, see page 41.
Cable
The Cable feature displays the most recently viewed channel on the cable input.
When tuned to the channel, the program banner and channel number will be
displayed.
✍ To turn on the program banner, select Settings and set the Info Banner option to
On in the Setup settings (see page 45).
Antenna
The Antenna feature displays the most recently viewed channel on the antenna
input. When tuned to the channel, the program banner and channel number will be
displayed.
✍ To turn on the program banner, select Settings and set the Info Banner option to
On in the Setup settings (see page 45).
Settings
The Settings feature lets you enter the settings screen. Settings and adjustments can
be performed from the Settings menu. The information on various settings starts
from page 34.
Navigating Through Settings
1 Press MENU.
2 Select .
3 Highlight an item: Picture, Sound, Screen, Channel, Parental Lock, Setup.
4 Press to select an option.
To exit the Settings, press MENU.
✍ The options you can adjust vary depending on the situation. Unavailable options
are grayed out or not displayed.
✍ To display PC settings (page 49), select Video 8 in External Inputs and switch to
PC input. Pressing MENU shows PC settings when the TV is displaying the input
from a connected PC.
MENU Description
MENU
Favorite Channels
5
23
Edit Favorites
Exit
Exit:
12
Add to Favorites
C
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Picture Settings
To display the Picture settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33).
Antenna
Picture
Picture Mode
Vivid
Reset
Advanced Iris
Auto 1
Picture
Max
Brightness
50
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Cool
Sharpness
55
40
0
Exit:
MENU
Option Description
Picture Mode Vivid Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
Standard Select for standard picture settings. Recommended for home
entertainment.
Custom Allows you to store your preferred settings.
✍ You can set up a Picture Mode (Vivid, Standard, Custom) independently for the
TV input and for each Video input (Video 1 to Video 7). Your Picture Mode
settings are automatically saved upon selection.
Reset Resets the current settings to default values (except for Advanced Settings).
Advanced Iris By selecting the iris option, you can obtain the best brightness and contrast suited for your
TV viewing.
Auto 1/2 Automatically detects the brightness of the screen. This option is best
suited for programs that often change between bright scenes and low
light setting scenes.
Auto 1: Recommended option for viewing programs that have larger
variation in brightness from scene to scene.
Auto 2: Recommended option for viewing programs that have less
variation in brightness from scene to scene.
Max With this option, the brightness is about the maximum level.
High With this option, the screen is at a high level of brightness. It is
suitable for TV viewing in a brightly lit room.
Medium With this option, the brightness is about the standard level.
Low With this option, the screen is dimmed but contrast is to the
maximum. It is suitable for TV viewing in a room with low lighting.
Min With this option, the brightness is about the minimum level.
✍ Advanced Iris is not available when you are using the Freeze feature.
Picture Adjust to increase or decrease picture contrast.
Brightness Adjust to brighten or darken the picture.
Color Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity.
Hue Adjust to increase or decrease the green tones.
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Color Temp.
White adjustment
Cool Select to give the white colors a bluish tint.
Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint.
Warm 1, 2 Select to give the white colors a reddish tint. Available only when
Picture Mode is set to Custom.
Sharpness Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture.
Noise Reduction Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment, and the VHF/UHF or cable inputs.
Select from Auto, High, Medium, Low and Off.
✍ Noise Reduction is not available when you are using the Freeze feature.
✍ Auto is not available when you are using either HDMI or component (except for
Video 2) connections.
DRC Mode High Density Creates a high-resolution picture with 4 x density, for high-quality
sources (i.e., Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD player, satellite receiver).
Progressive Recommended for moving pictures.
Off
Select to turn off DRC Mode.
✍ DRC Mode is available when you are watching 480i sources. It is not available
when Game Mode is On or you are using the Freeze feature.
DRC Palette Custom Allows you to customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness
(Clarity) for input sources. For example, you can create a Custom
setting for your cable input's picture, and create another for your
DVD player's picture.
1 Press the arrow buttons to highlight Custom then press .
The DRC palette appears.
2 Press the arrow buttons to adjust the position of the marker (z).
As you move the z higher along the Reality axis, the picture
becomes more detailed. As you move the z to the right along
the Clarity axis, the picture becomes smoother.
3 To save the setting, press .
✍ DRC Palette is available when you are watching 480i sources. It is not
available when Game Mode is On, DRC Mode is Off or you are using the
Freeze feature.
Option Description
DRC Palette
Press
Reality
(28)
Clarity
(12)
to exit
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Advanced Settings
Available only when
Picture Mode is set to
Custom
Reset Resets all the Advanced Settings to default values (except for
White Balance).
Black Corrector Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast.
Gamma Adjusts the balance between the light and dark areas of the picture.
Clear White Emphasizes white and light colors.
Live Color Makes colors more vivid.
White Balance Adjusts the color temperature color by color.
Detail Enhancer Enhances the details of the picture.
✍ Detail Enhancer is not available when you are using the
Freeze feature.
Edge Enhancer Enhances the outline of the picture.
Option Description
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Sound Settings
To display the Sound settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33).
Antenna
Sound
Sound Mode
Custom
Reset
Treble
0
Bass
0
Balance
0
Steady Sound
Volume Offset
Surround
Off
BBE
Off
Off
0
Exit:
MENU
Option Description
Sound Mode Dynamic Select to enhance treble and bass.
Standard Suitable for spoken dialog.
Custom Flat setting. Allows you to store your preferred settings.
✍ You can set up a Sound Mode (Dynamic, Standard, Custom) independently for
the TV input and for each Video input (Video 1 to Video 7). Your Sound Mode
settings are automatically saved upon selection.
Reset Resets the following options to default values: Treble, Bass, Balance, Steady Sound,
Volume Offset, Surround and BBE.
Trebl e Adjust to increase or decrease higher-pitched sounds.
Bass Adjust to increase or decrease lower-pitched sounds.
Balance Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance.
Steady Sound On Select to stabilize the volume across all programs and commercials.
Off Select to turn off Steady Sound.
Volume Offset Adjust the volume level of the current input (TV or video input) relative to other inputs.
Surround TruSurround XT Select for surround sound (for stereo programs only).
Off Select for normal stereo or mono reception.
Select to give sound more impact by compensating for phase effects in speakers. Select
from High, Low and Off.
BBE
✍ BBE is available only when Sound Mode is set to Custom.
MTS
Enjoy stereo, bilingual
and mono programs
Stereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast in
stereo.
Auto SAP Select to automatically switch to second audio programs when a
signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in
Stereo mode.
Mono Select for mono reception. Use to reduce noise during weak stereo
broadcasts.
✍ MTS is available only for analog programs.
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Alternate Audio
Digital channels only
Select among the available options to switch among the alternate audio streams. The
program you are tuned to may be broadcast in a different language in the alternate audio
streams.
✍ The Alternate Audio option is not available if the program is not broadcast with
alternate audio streams.
Speaker On Select to turn on the TV speakers.
Off Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV’s sound only
through your external audio receiver and speakers.
Audio Out
Easy control of volume
adjustments
Variable The audio output from your audio system can be controlled by the
TV’s remote control.
Fixed The audio output of the TV is fixed. Use your audio receiver’s remote
control to adjust the volume (and other audio settings) through your
audio system.
A/V Sync
Digital channel only
Off/1/2/3 Use this option to make adjustments to audio and video
synchronization when you have external equipment connected to
DIGITAL OUT of the TV. Select Off (default value) to make no
adjustments. Select 1, 2 or 3 to synchronize the video and audio from
your connected external equipment.
Option Description
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Screen Settings
To display the Screen settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33).
Antenna
Screen
Wide Mode
Full
On
Auto Wide
4:3 Default
Off
Display Area
Normal
Horizontal Center
0
Vertical Center
Vertical Size
0
0
Exit:
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Option Description
Wide Mode Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture to fill the 16:9 screen, keeping the
original image as much as possible.
Normal Select to display the 4:3 picture in its original size when the original
source is 4:3. When the original source is 16:9, then the picture may
be compressed horizontally.
Full Select to enlarge the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the
original source is 4:3 (standard definition source). When the original
source is 16:9 (high definition source), select this mode to display the
16:9 picture in its original size.
Zoom Select to enlarge the original picture without distorting the aspect
ratio.
✍ You can set up a Wide Mode (Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom) independently
for the TV input and for each Video input (Video 1 to Video 7). Your Wide Mode
settings are automatically saved upon selection. For examples of each mode,
see page 25.
Auto Wide On Select to automatically change to the screen mode that is best for the
current program. If frequent screen changes are disturbing to you,
select Off.
Off Select to turn off the Auto Wide option. Choose a screen mode from
the Wide Mode option.
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4:3 Default
Select the default screen
mode to use for 4:3
sources.
Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture, to fill the 16:9 screen, keeping the
original image as much as possible.
Normal Select to display the 4:3 picture in its original size.
Full Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture horizontally only, to fill the display
area.
Zoom Select to enlarge the picture horizontally and vertically to an equal
aspect ratio that fills the wide screen.
Off Select to continue using the current Wide Mode setting when the
channel or input is changed.
✍ 4:3 Default is not available if Auto Wide is set to Off.
✍ If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for
the current channel. When you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is
automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting. To retain the current Wide
Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed, set 4:3 Default to Off.
Display Area Allows you to adjust the screen area displaying the picture.
Normal Select to display the picture in the original size.
-1/-2 Select to enlarge the picture to hide the edge of the picture.
Horizontal Center Allows you to move the position of the picture left and right. Press
B/b and press to
adjust.
Vertical Center Allows you to move the position of the picture up and down. (Available only in Zoom.)
Press V/v and press
to adjust.
Ver tical Size Allows you to adjust the vertical size of the picture. (Available only in Wide Zoom and
Zoom.) Press V/v and press
to adjust.
Option Description
✍ Size adjustment is especially useful for Wide Zoom picture conditions such as when news ticker
information appears at the bottom or top of the screen.
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Channel Settings
To di splay the
Channel
settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33).
Antenna
Channel
Favorite Channels
Digital Channels
Auto Program
Show/Hide Channels
Label Channels
Diagnostics
Exit:
MENU
Option Description
Favorite Channels Lets you set up a list of up to 16 of your favorite channels.
1 Press V/v to scroll to the slot you would like to edit.
2 Enter your favorite channel number and press to apply and save
.
To select other favorite channel numbers, repeat steps 1-2
.
✍ To select favorite channel numbers that you specified, see page 33.
Digital Channels Add Select to add digital channels.
Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels for the current
TV input (either Antenna or Cable).
Show/Hide Channels Allows you to show or hide channels that appear in the program guide and when you use the
CH+/– buttons to channel surf.
1 Press V/v to highlight the channel that you want to show or hide.
To move between the Major and Minor subchannel lists, press B/b.
2 To change a channel’s setting to Shown or Hidden, press .
To show or hide more channels, repeat steps 1 and 2.
✍ Channels that you set to be hidden can be accessed only with the 0-9 buttons.
✍ If you select to hide or show a major digital channel, all the subchannels are
automatically hidden or shown. To show or hide an individual sub-channel
within a digital channel, you must individually select that sub-channel to show
or hide.
✍ If you hide all sub-channels of a major digital channel, that digital channel is
automatically set to Hidden.
Label Channels Allows you to assign labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers.
1 Press V/v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press to select the channel
number that you want to assign a label.
2 Press V/v to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Press to move to
the next character. Repeat to add up to 7 characters to the label.
To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-2.
Diagnostics Display diagnostics information about the current channel and the TV. This can be useful in
providing information to an authorized technician or repair person.
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Parental Lock Settings
To display the Parental Lock settings, see “Navigating Through
Settings” (page 33).
Antenna
Parental Lock
Press to change settings
Exit:
MENU
Off
Child
You th
Y. Adult
Custom...
Rating Off
Digital Rating Off
Unrated Allow
Change Password
Select Country U. S. A.
Option Description
The Parental Lock settings allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels.
Use 0-9 on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time you create a password, confirm the
password by entering it again.
Rating Off Turn Parental Lock off. No programs are blocked from viewing.
Child Maximum ratings permitted are:
U.S.: TV-Y, TV-G, G
Canada: C, G, TV-Y
Yo u th Maximum ratings permitted are:
U.S.: TV-PG, PG
Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG
Y. A d u l t Maximum ratings permitted are:
U.S.: TV-14, PG-13
Canada: 14+, 13 ans+, TV-14
Custom... Select to set ratings manually.
U.S.: See page 43 for details.
Canada: See page 44 for details.
✍ If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or
Y. Adult to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific ratings, select Custom.
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US Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options
To select custom rating options for the U.S., select U.S.A. in the Select Country setting (see above).
Digital Rating
(Available only in U.S.A.
where advanced ratings
exist)
Off Turn Digital Rating off. No programs that contain downloadable
ratings are blocked from viewing.
Custom...
Select to block programs based on downloadable ratings.
Clear All Select to clear the entire downloadable rating system.
✍ This action will delete the current Digital Rating menu and the menu will no
longer be available until the TV is tuned to a channel that contains
downloadable ratings.
✍ This icon will appear on the information banner across the screen
indicating the availability of the new downloadable rating information when the
Digital Rating is set to the Custom option.
✍ This setting is only available if digital ratings have been downloaded by your
TV and ratings have been set for U.S.A. in Select Country (see below).
Unrated
(Available only in
U.S.A.)
Allow Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating.
Block Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating.
✍ If you block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of
programs may be blocked: programs broadcast from another country,
emergency broadcasts, political programs, sports, news, public service
announcements, religious programs and weather.
Change Password Select to change your password.
✍ You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock settings.
If you lose your password, see “Lost password” on page 58.
Select Country U.S.A. Select to use U.S.A. ratings (see below).
Canada Select to use Canadian ratings (see page 44).
Option Description
Option Description
Movie Rating G All children and general audience.
PG Parental guidance suggested.
PG-13 Parental guidance for children under 13.
R
Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17.
NC-17 and X No one 17 or under allowed.
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Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Parental Lock Rating Options
To select custom rating options for Canada, select Canada in the Select Country setting (see page 43).
Viewing Blocked Programs
You can view blocked programs by entering the password. Press ENT when tuned to a blocked program,
then enter the password. This temporarily turns the parental control feature off. To reactivate the Parental
Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your Parental Lock settings are reactivated.
TV Rating
Block programs by their
rating, content or both
Age-Based Ratings
TV-Y All children.
TV-Y7 Directed to children age 7 and older.
TV-G General audience.
TV-PG Parental guidance suggested.
TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned.
TV-MA Mature audience only.
Content-Based Ratings
FV Fantasy violence.
D Suggestive dialogue.
L Strong language.
S Sexual situations.
V Violence.
✍ To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based Ratings.
Option Description
Option Description
English Rating C All children.
C8+ Children 8 years and older.
G General programming.
PG Parental guidance.
14+ Viewers 14 and older.
18+ Adult programming.
French Rating G General programming.
8 ans+ Not recommended for young children.
13 ans+ Not recommended for ages under 13.
16 ans+ Not recommended for ages under 16.
18 ans+ Programming restricted to adults.
U.S.A. Rating See TV Rating for “US Models” above.
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Setup Settings
To display the Setup settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33).
Antenna
Setup
Caption Vision (CC)
Off
On
Info Banner
Game Mode
Off
Label Video Inputs
Clock/Timers
Language
Video 2 (Component)
Menu Color
Blue
English
Off
Exit:
MENU
Color Matrix
Standard
Option Description
Caption Vision (CC) Allows you to select from several closed-caption modes.
On Caption Vision (CC) is turned on.
Off Caption Vision (CC) is turned off.
Program Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision (CC) options.
See “Programming Caption Vision (CC)” on page 48.
Info Banner Set to On or Off. When On, displays the program name and the program information (if the
broadcaster offers this service). Displays for few seconds when the channel is changed or
the DISPLAY button is pressed.
Game Mode On Select to optimize for playing games.
Off Select to turn off the Game Mode.
✍ Game Mode is available when you are watching 480i or 1080i sources. It is not
available when using the Freeze feature, or when receiving input from Cable or
Antenna.
Color Matrix Allows you to select the method for reproducing color-difference signals. It is
recommended that you leave this at the factory default value.
Standard Automatically optimizes based on signal.
Custom... If the tone of the picture from the input source is unnatural, select
either ITU601 or ITU709, which normalizes the tone.
Label Video Inputs Allows you to identify A/V equipment you connected to the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc.
For example, if you have a DVD player connected to the VIDEO 4 jack, you can select the
label DVD for the Video 4 input. Then when you press TV/VIDEO to change inputs, the
video label you assigned to that input appears on screen.
1 Press V/v to highlight the video input (Video 1-8) to which you want to assign a label.
Then press to select the input.
2 Press V/v to highlight one of the displayed labels. Then press to select the label.
You can select from the following labels for each input:
Video 1-7 –– , DVD , Cable Box , Satellite , BD , VCR , Receiver, DVR ,
Game, Camcorder, Edit, Skip
Video 8 –– , PC, Skip
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✍ Edit allows you to create a custom 10-character label. Steps to edit the labels
are the same as Label Channels (see page 41).
✍ If you select Skip, your TV skips this input when you press the TV/VIDEO
button.
✍ The Skip label is useful for inputs to which no equipment is connected.
Clock/Timers Sleep Set the time in minutes (Off, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 45 minutes,
60 minutes, 90 minutes or 120 minutes) that you want the TV to
remain on before shutting off automatically.
Timer 1
Timer 2
You can use the timers to turn the TV on, set the duration time the TV
will remain on, and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled times.
Timer 1 and Timer 2 will not be available until you set the Current
Time.
1 Press V/v to highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2. To set the timer,
press b.
✍ To go directly to programming Timer 1 or 2, press
instead of pressing b.
2 Press V/v to highlight one of the following options, then press
.
Program: Select to set the timer by day, hour, minute, AM/PM,
Duration, and Channel.
Off: Select to turn off the timer.
(Your previous settings are saved.)
3 If you selected Program in step 2, press V and v to set the
day(s), hour, minute, AM/PM, duration, and channel number.
Press
or press b to confirm each setting and move to the
next setting.
Press B to go back to the previous setting.
4 Press MENU to exit Settings.
Current Time You can set the current time.
1 Press to select Current Time.
2 Press V and v to set the current time (day, hour, minute, and
AM/PM). Press
(or press b) to confirm each setting and
move to the next setting. Press B to go back the previous setting.
3 Press MENU to exit Settings.
Language Select to display all on-screen settings in your language of choice: English, Español,
Français.
Video 2 (Component) Auto Select to switch automatically between the component video jacks
(YP
BPR, AUDIO L (MONO)/AUDIO R) and the composite video
jacks (VIDEO, AUDIO L (MONO)/AUDIO R) on the front of the
TV (VIDEO/HD/DVD IN 2) depending on the cable connection.
Off Select to activate the composite video jacks (VIDEO, AUDIO
L(MONO)/AUDIO R) on the front of the TV.
✍ If you use the composite connection when Video 2 (Component) is set to Auto,
do not connect the component cable at the same time. Otherwise select Off.
Option Description
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Menu Color Enables you to select a specific color for the on-screen settings.
Power Saving Select to reduce the power consumption by adjusting the lamp brightness. This also
enhances the black level. Select On or Off.
CineMotion Select Auto to optimize the screen display automatically detecting film content and
applying a reverse 3-2 pulldown process. Moving pictures will appear clearer and more
natural looking. Select Off to disable the detection.
✍ CineMotion is only available when you are watching 480i sources, except
when the Freeze feature is in use.
Cooling Mode Select High to use the TV at an altitude of 5,000 feet (1,500 m) or higher. Select Normal to
use the TV at normal altitude.
Lamp Replacement When the lamp nears the end of its life, a message appears every time you turn on the TV.
After you replace the lamp, select this option and follow the on-screen procedure.
✍ Select this option after you replace the lamp.
✍ Depending on environmental conditions, such as frequency of use, some
lamps may burn out before the lamp replacement message appears on the TV.
✍ Until you set the Lamp Replacement option, a message announcing that the
lamp is at the end of its life will appear every time you turn on the TV.
Product Information Select to display the equipment information of your TV.
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Programming Caption Vision (CC)
If you selected the Program option under Caption Vision (CC) (see page 45), you can change the following
settings:
Option Description
Basic Allows you to select basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options.
CC1, CC2,
CC3, CC4
Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound effects of a program.
(Should be set to
CC1
for most programs.)
Tex t1 , Tex t 2 ,
Tex t3 , Tex t 4
Displays network/station information presented using either half or
the whole screen (if available).
Digital CC Allows you to set digital closed captioning to Basic (digital EIA-608) or Advanced (digital
EIA-708).
Advanced Allows you to select advanced digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. Select from the
available options.
Advanced Settings Allows you to make additional settings for digital (EIA-708) closed caption options. Select
from As Broadcast, Small Text, Large Text and Custom.
Custom... Allows you to customize the following settings:
Character Size Small, Standard, Large
Character Style Style 1-7
Character Color Color 1-8
Character Opacity Solid, Translucent
Edge Color Color 1-8
Edge Type None, Raised, Depressed,
Outline, Left Shadow,
Right Shadow
Background Color None, Color 1-8
Background Opacity Solid, Translucent
Window Color None, Color 1-8
Window Opacity Solid, Translucent
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PC Settings
To display the PC settings, see “Navigating Through
Settings” (page 33).
✍ Press TV/VIDEO button to switch to
another input.
Display Mode
Video
Reset
Picture
Brightness
Exit
Video
Picture
Resolution: 1024x768/60Hz
MENU
Advanced Iris Medium
Adjust the picture settings
Option Description
Picture Display Mode Video Select to view video images.
Tex t Select to view text, charts or tables.
Reset Resets the current settings to default values.
Advanced Iris By selecting the iris option, you can obtain the best brightness and
contrast suited for your TV viewing.
Auto 1/2 Automatically detects the brightness of the screen.
This option is best suited for programs that often
change between bright scenes and low light
setting scenes.
Auto 1: Recommended option for viewing
programs that have larger variation in
brightness from scene to scene.
Auto 2: Recommended option for viewing
programs that have less variation in
brightness from scene to scene.
Max With this option, the brightness is about the
maximum level.
High With this option, the screen is at a high level of
brightness. It is suitable for TV viewing in a
brightly lit room.
Medium With this option, the brightness is about the
standard level.
Low With this option, the screen is dimmed but
contrast is to the maximum. It is suitable for TV
viewing in a room with low lighting.
Min With this option, the brightness is about the
minimum level.
✍ Auto 1 and Auto 2 are not available when Display Mode is
set to Text.
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Picture Adjust to increase or decrease picture contrast.
Brightness Adjust to brighten or darken the picture.
Color Temp.
White adjustment
Cool Select to give the white colors a bluish tint.
Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint.
Warm 1,2 Select to give the white colors a reddish tint.
Warm 2 gives a redder tint than Warm 1.
Sound Sound Mode Dynamic Select to enhance treble and bass.
Standard Provides standard sound. Recommended for home
entertainment.
Custom Provides a flat response.
Others Auto Adjustment Select to automatically adjust the display position, Phase and Pitch
of the picture when the TV receives an input signal from the
connected PC. Note that Auto Adjustment may not work well with
certain input signals. In such cases, manually adjust the options
below.
Reset Resets the current settings to default values.
Phase Adjust after Pitch to fine tune overall sharpness.
Pitch Adjust uneven sharpness on screen.
✍ For the PC Input Signal Reference Chart, see page 60.
Horizontal Center Allows you to move the position of the picture left and right.
Press B/b and press to adjust.
Vertical Center Allows you to move the position of the picture up and down.
Press B/b and press to adjust.
Wide Mode Normal Select to display in the original image size.
Full 1 Select to enlarge the picture to fill the display area,
keeping its original ratio.
Full 2 Select to enlarge the picture to fill the display area.
✍ Wide Mode is available only for signals with a 60 Hz
vertical frequency.
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Other Information
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Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp, like all lamps, will eventually lose brightness and
functionality, which affects the overall performance of your TV. How long
the lamp maintains its brightness will vary depending upon your usage and
environmental conditions. To maintain the quality of your viewing
experience, Sony recommends that you replace the lamp (1) after
approximately 8,000 hours of use; (2) when the screen becomes dark or the
color looks unusual; (3) when the LAMP LED on the front of the TV blinks;
or (4) when the lamp replacement message appears on the TV screen.
❑ Use a Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp (not supplied) for replacement.
Use of any other lamp may damage the TV.
❑ Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement. Doing
so may cause injury or fire.
❑ Do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp
receptacle of the TV after removing the lamp. Doing so may cause fire
or electrical shock. Do not touch the lamp receptacle once the lamp has
been removed.
❑ When the lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a noticeable pop
sound. This is normal and it is inherent to this type of lamp.
❑ In rare instances, the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit, but the lamp
unit is designed to contain all of the broken glass pieces inside the lamp
unit.
❑ This TV’s lamp contains mercury and should be disposed of properly.
Consult your local authorities regarding safe disposal. The material
contained in this lamp are similar to those of a fluorescent lamp, so you
should dispose of it in the same way.
How to Replace the
Lamp
1 Turn off the power on the main unit. Wait several minutes, then unplug
the power cord.
(The cooling fan will continue to operate for about two minutes after
turning the power off.)
2 Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging the power cord to allow the
lamp to cool down before replacing it. To avoid being burned, do not
touch the lamp receptacle once the lamp has been removed.
WARNING
Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature, resulting in
injury or death. Be sure to follow the instructions below.
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3 Take the new lamp out of the box.
Do not touch the glass portion of the new lamp.
4 Remove the outside lamp cover.
Release the two clamps as shown in the illustration below.
5 Remove the lamp door.
Turn the screw counterclockwise and slide the lever to the left. Remove
the door.
6 Pull out the lamp.
Hold the indented grooves on the top corners of the lamp, as shown in
the illustration, and pull the lamp straight out. If the lamp is hard to
remove, pull the right side of the lamp for additional traction.
✍ Do not shake the lamp. Vibration can damage the lamp or shorten
its life.
✍ Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the
lamp receptacle. This may reduce picture quality or lamp life.
Hold this part of the lamp
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7 Put the new lamp into its place.
Insert the new lamp by pressing the two parts firmly into place as shown
in the illustration. Make sure the lamp is securely mounted into the
compartment. Failure to do so may cause a fire or the screen to go dark.
8 Reattach the lamp door.
Replace the door by inserting the two tabs in the slot from the left side.
Slide the lever to the right and then turn the screw clockwise to secure
the door.
✍ Do not touch the inside of the lamp compartment.
✍ The lamp is very hot immediately after use. Never touch the glass
portion of the lamp or the surrounding parts.
✍ After the used lamp has cooled, place it into the empty box of the
replacement lamp. Never put the used lamp into a plastic bag.
✍ The lamp compartment is tilted, as shown in the following
illustration.
✍ If the lamp is not securely reattached, the self-diagnostic function
may be triggered and the POWER LED blinks three times (see
page 31).
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9 Put the outside lamp cover back in its place.
Replace the cover, inserting it from the left side. Press the two tabs on
the right side to secure the cover.
10 Turn on the TV and set the Lamp Replacement option in the Setup
settings (see page 47). This setting is necessary to inform you when the
next lamp replacement is needed.
The used lamp
For customers in the United States:
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be regulated if
sold in the United States. For disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance
(http://www.eiae.org).
❑ Do not leave the used lamp near flammable materials or within the
reach of children.
❑ Do not pour water onto the used lamp or put any object inside the lamp.
Doing so may cause the lamp to burst.
✍ Until you set the Lamp Replacement option, a message
announcing that the lamp is at the end of its life will appear every
time you turn on the TV.
✍ Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp.
✍ Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in/unplugging
the connecting cords. Rough handling may cause the TV to fall,
damaging the TV, the TV stand and the floor.
For replacement lamp information visit:
U. S. residents: http://www.sonystyle.com/tv/
Canadian residents: http://www.sonystyle.ca/tv/
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Troubleshooting
If you have additional questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your
Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of the following numbers:
http://www.sony.com/tvsupport
1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US
1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canada
Remote Control
Condition Explanation/Resolution
Remote control does not
operate
❏ The batteries could be weak. Replace the batteries.
❏ Check the orientation of the batteries.
❏ Press TV (FUNCTION) once, and the TV indicator lights up. You may have
inadvertently pressed SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION), which changes the remote
control to SAT or CABLE mode.
❏ Make sure this unit’s power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet.
❏ Fluorescent lamps can interfere with remote control operation; try turning off the
fluorescent lamps.
❏ Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles.
❏ If the “WARNING: TV temperature is high.” message appears, turn off the TV
and wait until the TV’s projection lamp cools down (approximately 5 minutes). If
the remote control still does not work, make sure to dust the ventilation slots on
the rear of the TV and the cooling fan to provide adequate ventilation around the
TV.
Cannot change channels with
the remote control
❏ If you are using the TV to change channels, first press TV (FUNCTION) once,
and the TV indicator lights up.
❏ If you are using another device to change channels, be sure you have not
inadvertently switched your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting.
❏ If you are using another device to change channels, be sure to press FUNCTION
for that device. For example, if you are using your cable box to change channels,
be sure to press SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION) once, and the SAT/CABLE indicator
lights up.
Remote control does not
operate non-Sony video
equipment
❏ If you replaced the batteries to the remote recently, the code numbers for the video
equipment may need to be reset.
❏ There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are attempting to
operate.
❏ There is a possibility that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your
Sony TV remote. You may need to use the equipment’s original remote control.
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Picture
Condition Explanation/Resolution
No picture (screen not lit), no
sound
❏ If your TV does not turn on and the POWER LED keeps blinking in red, your TV
may need service. Call your local Sony Service Center.
❏ Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
❏ Press POWER on the front of the TV.
❏ Press TV/VIDEO to cycle through the connected video sources.
❏ Try another channel; it could be station trouble.
Dark, poor or no picture
(screen lit), good sound
❏ Adjust the Picture Mode option in the Picture setting (see page 34).
❏ Adjust the Brightness option in the Picture setting (see page 34).
❏ Check the antenna/cable connections.
No color/dark picture/color is
not correct
❏ Adjust the Color option in the Picture setting (see page 34).
❏ If you set the Power Saving option to On, it will enhance the black level.
Green tint or uneven color
uniformity appears on the
screen when the TV is powered
on
❏ After turning on the TV, you may notice a green tint or slight variation in color
and brightness in certain areas of the picture. This will last only a few minutes
(possibly longer, in cooler rooms or conditions) while circuits within the TV
continually fine tune the color during the warm-up period. This is a normal
temperature characteristic of the components and not a malfunction.
The TV turns off automatically ❏ Check if the Sleep option is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of Timer
(page 46).
❏ If the temperature is too high, the TV may also turn off after a warning message is
displayed.
Only snow and noise appear on
the screen
❏ Check the antenna/cable connections.
❏ Try another channel; it could be station trouble.
❏ Press ANT to change the input mode (see page 22).
Dotted lines or stripes ❏ Move the TV away from noise sources such as cars, neon signs, or hair dryers.
❏ If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the TV or try using
75 ohm coaxial cable instead.
Double images ❏ Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may solve the problem.
“Black box” on screen ❏ You have selected a text option in the Caption Vision (CC) feature in the Setup
setting and no text is available (see pages 45 and 48). To turn off this feature, set
the Caption Vision (CC) option to Off
. If you were trying to select closed
captioning, select CC1 instead of Text 1- 4 .
Wide Mode changes
automatically
❏
The current
Wide Mode
setting is automatically replaced with the
4:3 Default
setting when you change the channel or video input, if
4:3 Default
in the
Screen
settings is set to other than
Off
. If you want to lock in the
Wide Mode
selected
with the
WIDE
button, set
4:3 Default
to
Off
in the
Screen
settings (see page 40).
❏ Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 39).
Black bands appear at the top
and bottom of the screen
❏ Some wide-screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16:9
(this is especially common with theatrical releases). Your TV will show these
programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. For more details,
check the documentation that came with your DVD (or contact your program
provider).
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Sound
Channels
Certain programs on DVD or
other digital sources display a
loss of detail, especially during
fast-motion or dark scenes
❏ The compression used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs may cause your
TV’s screen to display less detail than usual, or cause artifacts (small blocks or
dots, pixelations) to appear on your screen. This is due to your TV’s large screen
and ability to show very fine detail, and is normal for certain digitally recorded
programs. Adjust the Reality/Clarity in the DRC Palette setting (see page 35) to
optimize the picture while viewing these sources.
Condition Explanation/Resolution
Condition Explanation/Resolution
Good picture, no sound ❏ Press MUTING so that Muting disappears from the screen (see page 24).
❏ Make sure the Speaker option is set to On in the Sound setting (see page 38).
❏ Make sure the MTS option is set to Stereo or Mono (see page 37).
❏ When the HDMI IN input is in use, surround sound, such as AC-3 and DTS,
cannot be input. Change the sound setting for the external input device to Linear
PCM.
Audio noise ❏ Make sure that the antenna is connected using the 75-ohm coaxial cable.
❏ Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.
❏ To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable.
Cannot gain enough volume
when using a cable box
❏ Increase the volume of the cable box using the cable box’s remote control. Then
press TV (FUNCTION) once (the TV indicator lights up) and adjust the TV’s
volume.
Sound seems weak or
insufficient
❏ The TV’s audio might be set to Auto SAP or Mono, when it might be better set to
Stereo. In the Sound setting (see page 37), set the MTS setting to Stereo. If
already set to Stereo, switch to Mono (which may reduce background noise
during weak stereo broadcasts).
Cannot raise the volume on
external speakers
❏ If the Speaker option is set to Off and the Audio Out option is set to Fixed (in
order to output the sound to your audio system), use your audio receiver to adjust
the sound (see page 38). Or, to use the TV remote control, set the Audio Out
option to Variable.
❏ To turn on the TV speakers, set the Speaker option to On (see page 38).
No audio for HDMI ❏ Confirm DVD player, set-top-box audio settings. Select 2 channel LPCM audio.
Condition Explanation/Resolution
Cannot receive upper channels
(UHF) when using an antenna
❏ Press ANT to select the VHF/UHF input (see page 22).
❏ Use Auto Program in the Channel setting to add receivable channels that are not
presently in the TV’s memory (see page 41).
Cannot receive any channels
when using cable TV
❏ Use Auto Program in the Channel setting to add receivable channels that are not
presently in the TV’s memory (see page 41).
❏ Press ANT to select the CABLE input (see page 22).
Cannot receive or select
channels
❏ Use Auto Program in the Channel setting to add receivable channels that are not
presently in TV memory (see page 41).
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Some digital cable channels are
not being displayed
❏ Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable
channels. Check with your cable company for more information.
❏ The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Channel setting (see page
41).
Condition Explanation/Resolution
Condition Explanation/Resolution
How to reset the TV to factory
settings
❏ Turn on the TV. While holding down the V button on the remote control, press the
POWER button on the TV. Release the POWER button then release the V button.
The TV will turn itself off, then back on again with Initial Setup.
WARNING: This operation will clear all of your customized settings including
Parental Lock setting.
How to restore Picture settings
to factory settings
❏ Select Reset setting option while in the Picture setting (see page 34).
How to restore Sound settings
to factory settings
❏ Select Reset setting option while in the Sound setting (see page 37).
Cannot cycle through the other
video equipment connected to
the TV
❏ Be sure the Label Video Inputs option is not set to Skip (see page 45).
Cannot operate the setting ❏ If a setting option appears in gray, this indicates that the setting option is not
available.
Lost password ❏ On the password screen, enter the following master password: 4357. The master
password clears your previous password; it cannot be used to temporarily unblock
channels.
TIMER LED on front panel is
lit
❏ When lit, indicates that the timer is set (see page 46). When the timer is set, this
LED will remain lit even when the TV is turned off.
POWER LED blinks in red ❏ If the LED blinks three times, the lamp door or the lamp might not be securely
attached (see page 51). The LED blinks two times if there is an abnormal rise in
temperature inside the TV when any ventilation openings are blocked.
LAMP LED blinks in red ❏ Replace the lamp (see page 51).
The replacement lamp does not
light up
❏ The lamp door or the lamp might not be securely attached. Repeat the steps on
page 51 to ensure that they are both installed securely.
Digital cable box does not work ❏ If you are connecting a VCR and digital cable box using a splitter, as described on
page 17, you must use a special bi-directional splitter that is designed to work
with your digital cable box. Contact your cable provider for details.
TV cabinet creaks ❏ When the TV is in use, there is a natural rise in temperature, causing the cabinet to
expand or contract and may be accompanied by a slight creaking noise. This is not
a malfunction.
A slight creaking noise occurs
from the bottom part of the TV
❏ Advanced Iris applies a mechanical iris system. When Advanced Iris is set, a
natural creaking noise occurs due to the basic structure of the optical unit. The
creaking sound is an inherent nature of this system and is not a defect.
The cooling fan is loud ❏ If the TV is used at high altitudes and Cooling Mode is set to High, the cooling
fan runs faster and its sound becomes louder. If the TV is not used at high
altitudes, set
Cooling Mode to Normal (see page 47).
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“High Temperature Warning”
message appears
❏ Make sure to remove dust from the ventilation slots on the rear and both sides of
the TV. In addition, make sure that there are no obstacles in front of the ventilation
slots. If the message still appears after the dust or obstacles are removed, the TV
may need servicing. Call your local Sony Service Center.
The TV does not turn on ❏ The TV cools down its projection lamp when the power is turned off. It takes up to
two minutes for the picture to come back after the TV is turned on again. Wait for
a while until the picture comes back.
Small bright or black dot in
picture
❏ It may be possible to see one or two pixels, which appear dark or bright when
viewing up close to the screen caused during the manufacturing of the display
device. This is not a defect with your TV and will not affect the overall picture
performance or reliability of your set. Please view the screen at the recommended
viewing distances.
Image left on the screen (image
retention)
❏ Turn off the TV for a while or let the TV run on another channel. Unlike plasma
TV and CRT TV, image retention on this TV is not permanent.
It is only a
temporary condition; see page 10.
White spot on the screen when
powered off
❏ If screen is exposed to direct sunlight or strong ambient light, part of the screen
may appear white even when TV is power off. This is due to the strong light
reflecting off the TV screen and reflections coming behind the screen. This is a
structural property of the projection TV and is not a defect. Position your TV
away from such light sources.
“Projection lamp is nearing end
of life. Please replace the
lamp.” message appears
❏ It is time for you to replace the projection lamp used in your TV.
• Turn to page 51 on “How to Replace the Lamp” and follow the directions for
replacing the lamp.
• Use only the lamp designated for your TV model.
• Set the Lamp Replacement option in the Setup settings (see page 47).
Condition Explanation/Resolution
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PC Input Signal Reference Chart
Resolution
Horizontal frequency
(kHz)
Vertical
frequency (Hz)
Standard
Signals Horizontal
(Pixel)
× Vertical
(Line)
VGA
640 × 480 31.5 60 VGA
640 × 480 37.5 75 VESA
720 × 400 31.5 70 VGA-T
SVGA
800 × 600 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines
800 × 600 46.9 75 VESA
XGA
1024 × 768 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines
1024 × 768 56.5 70 VESA
1024 × 768 60.0 75 VESA
WXGA
1280 × 768 47.4 60 VESA
1280 × 768 47.8 60 VESA
1360 × 768 47.7 60 VESA
✍ This TV’s PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync.
✍ The PC input signal displays on-screen in a smaller size than the actual TV screen size and does not
support interlaced signals.
✍ For the best picture quality, it is recommended to use the signals (boldfaced) in the above chart with a
60 Hz vertical frequency from a personal computer. In plug and play, signals with a 60 Hz vertical
frequency will be selected automatically.
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Specifications
Television system:
NTSC American TV Standard
ATSC (8VSB terrestrial) ATSC compliant 8VSB
QAM on cable ANSI/SCTE 07 2000
(Does not include CableCARD
functionality)
Channel coverage:
Terrestrial (analog) 2-69
Cable TV (analog) 1-125
Terrestrial (digital) 2-69
Cable TV (digital) 1-135
Antenna:
75-ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
Screen size (measured diagonally):
KDS-50A2020: 50 inches
KDS-55A2020: 55 inches
KDS-60A2020: 60 inches
Projection system
3 SXRD panel, 1 lens projection system
SXRD panel
0.61 inch SXRD panel 6,220,800 pixels (2,073,600 × 3)
Projection lens
High performance, large diameter hybrid lens F2.5
Lamp
Ultra High Pressure Lamp, 120W, XL-5200
VIDEO IN 1/2/3:
YP
B
P
R
(Component Video) (VIDEO 2 only):
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced,
sync negative
P
B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
P
R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Signal format: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
S VIDEO (4-pin mini DIN) (VIDEO 1 only):
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (100% modulation)
Impedance: 47 kilohms
HD/DVD IN 4/5:
YP
B
P
R
(Component Video):
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced,
sync negative
P
B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
P
R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Signal format: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (100% modulation)
Impedance: 47 kilohms
HDMI IN 6/7:
HDMI: Video: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Audio: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and
48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits
AUDIO (for HDMI IN 7):
500 mVrms (100% modulation)
Impedance: 47 kilohms
AUDIO OUT:
500 mVrms (100% modulation)
More than 1 Vrms at the maximum volume setting (Variable)
500 mVrms (Fixed)
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL):
Optical Digital Audio Output (PCM/Dolby digital)
PC IN 8:
D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, positive
See the PC Input Signal Reference Chart on page 60
PC AUDIO INPUT:
Stereo mini jack, 0.5 Vrms, 47 kilohms
Speaker:
Full range:
70
×
130 mm (2
7
/8
×
5
1
/8
inches) (2)
Speaker output:
12 W + 12 W
Power requirement:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption:
In use: 210 W
In standby: Less than 0.5 W
Dimensions (W/H/D):
KDS-50A2020: 1180 × 839 × 447 mm
(46
1
/2 × 33
1
/8 × 17
5
/8 inches)
KDS-55A2020: 1292 × 913 × 480 mm
(50
7
/8 × 36 × 19 inches)
KDS-60A2020: 1413 × 988× 514 mm
(55
3
/4 × 39 × 20
1
/4 inches)
Mass:
KDS-50A2020: 34 kg (75 lb.)
KDS-55A2020: 38 kg (83 lb. 13 oz.)
KDS-60A2020: 43 kg (94 lb. 13 oz.)
Supplied accessories:
Remote control RM-YD010 (1)
Size AA batteries (2)
Operating Instructions (1)
Quick Setup Guide (1)
Warranty Card (1)
Product Registration Card (1)
Optional accessories:
TV Stand: SU-RS11M(KDS-50A2020)
SU-RS11X(KDS-55A2020/KDS-60A2020)
Lamp: XL-5200
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
✍ The availability of optional accessories
depends on its stock.
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0-9 buttons 22
4:3 Default 40
5.1 Channel DVD using with
remote control 29
A
A/V Sync 38
Advanced Iris 34, 49
Advanced Settings 36
Alternate Audio 23, 38
ANT button 22
AUDIO IN jack, described 18
Audio Out 38
AUDIO OUT jack, described 20
Auto Adjustment 50
Auto Program 41
Auto Wide 39
B
Balance 37
Bass 37
BBE 37
BD/DVD MENU button 24
BD/DVD TOP MENU button 24
BD/DVD, DVR/VCR Operating
buttons 24
Black Corrector 36
Blu-ray Disc Player
using with remote control 29
Brightness 34, 50
C
Cable, CABLE
connecting with VCR 16
jack, described 20
using with remote control 28
Caption Vision (CC)
described 45
programming 48
CH +/– button 25
Change Password 43
CHANNEL +/– button 31
Channels
creating labels 41
CineMotion 8, 47
Clear White 36
Clock/Timers 46
Color 34
Color Matrix 45
Color Temp. 35, 50
Connecting
Satellite receiver 15
VCR 16
Cooling Mode 47
D
Detail Enhancer 36
Diagnostics 41
Digital Channels 41
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) 20
Digital Rating 43
Display Area 40
DISPLAY button 25
Display Mode 49
DRC Mode 35
DRC Palette 35
DVD player
using with remote control 28
DVR/VCR Record buttons 24
E
Edge Enhancer 36
English Rating 44
ENT button 22
F
F1 button 25
F2 button 25
Favorite Channels 41
FREEZE button 24
French Rating 44
FUNCTION buttons 22
G
Game Mode 45
Gamma 36
Guide 23
GUIDE button 23
H
HD/DVD IN jack (1080i/720p/
480p/480i), described 18, 20
HDMI IN jack, described 19
High-Definition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI) 9
Horizontal Center 40, 50
Hue 34
I
Info Banner 45
Infrared Receiver (IR) 31
J
JUMP button 22
L
Label Channels 41
Label Video Inputs 45
LAMP LED 31
Lamp Replacement 47
Lamp, replacing 51–54
Language 46
Live Color 36
M
MENU
Antenna 33
Cable 33
External Inputs 32
Favorites 33
Settings 33
MENU button 25, 31
Menu Color 47
Movie Rating 43
MTS 37
MUTING button 24
N
Noise Reduction 35
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Off, turning off the TV 24, 31
On, turning on the TV 24, 31
P
Parental Control 8
Password, changing 43
PC IN jack 20
Phase 50
Picture 34, 50
PICTURE button 25
Picture Mode 34
Pitch 50
POWER button 24, 31
POWER LED 31
Power Saving 47
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Product Information 47
Program options setting 23
R
Rating 42
Remote control
inserting batteries 22
programming 26, 27
Reset 34, 36, 37, 49, 50
RETURN button 23
S
S VIDEO jack, described 20
Satellite receiver
connecting 15
using with remote control 28
Select Country 43
Settings
Channel 41
Parental Lock 42
PC 49
Picture 34
Screen 39
Setup 45
Sound 37
Sharpness 35
Show/Hide Channels 41
SLEEP button 22
SOUND button 22
Sound Mode 37, 50
Speaker 31, 38
Steady Sound 9, 37
Support Belt 11
Surround 37
SURROUND button 22
T
Timer
set current time 46
TIMER LED 31
TOOLS button 25
Treble 37
Troubleshooting 55–59
Turning on/off the TV 24, 31
TV POWER button 24
TV Rating 44
TV/VIDEO button 22, 31
U
U.S.A. Rating 44
Unrated 43
V
VCR
using with remote control 28
with cable, connecting 16
Vertical Center 40, 50
Vertical Size 40
VHF/UHF jack, described 20
Video 1-7 45
Video 2 (Component) 46
Video 8 45
VIDEO IN jack, described 18, 20
VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R) jacks,
described 20
Viewing Blocked Programs 44
VISUAL SEARCH button 24
VOL +/– button 24
VOLUME +/– button 31
Volume Offset 37
W
WEGA Engine 8
White Balance 36
WIDE button 25
Wide Mode 39, 50
Wide Screen Mode 8
