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... of television closed captioning in a particular installation. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. This symbol is no guarantee that any liquid or solid object falls into an outlet on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen...
... of television closed captioning in a particular installation. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. This symbol is no guarantee that any liquid or solid object falls into an outlet on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen...
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... or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Use a cloth lightly dampened with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one way. Installation Always use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer for example, near water - The set . for the specific model of the set should be operated only from unsteady handling. Use only a cart or stand recommended by...
... or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Use a cloth lightly dampened with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one way. Installation Always use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer for example, near water - The set . for the specific model of the set should be operated only from unsteady handling. Use only a cart or stand recommended by...
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... of the set reaches the end of other electric light or power circuits, or where it is installed, follow the precautions below. Improper adjustment of its useful life, improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion. When the set . Ask a qualified service technician to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of overhead power lines or other controls may result in the operating instructions.
... of the set reaches the end of other electric light or power circuits, or where it is installed, follow the precautions below. Improper adjustment of its useful life, improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion. When the set . Ask a qualified service technician to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of overhead power lines or other controls may result in the operating instructions.
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... Introduction Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features 1 About this Manual 2 Batteries for the Remote Control 2 Front Panel Menu Controls 2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Description 3 Connecting Your TV TV Rear Panel 5 Basic Connections 6 Connecting Additional Equipment 7 Setting Up the TV 13 Using the Digital Features Overview 14 Tuning to a Digital Channel 14 Using the Digital Program Guide 15 Using Digital Favorite Channels 16 Using the Screen Mode Feature 17 Using the Analog Menus Overview 18 Menu Descriptions 18 Using the Remote Control to Display and Navigate...
... Introduction Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features 1 About this Manual 2 Batteries for the Remote Control 2 Front Panel Menu Controls 2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Description 3 Connecting Your TV TV Rear Panel 5 Basic Connections 6 Connecting Additional Equipment 7 Setting Up the TV 13 Using the Digital Features Overview 14 Tuning to a Digital Channel 14 Using the Digital Program Guide 15 Using Digital Favorite Channels 16 Using the Screen Mode Feature 17 Using the Analog Menus Overview 18 Menu Descriptions 18 Using the Remote Control to Display and Navigate...
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... digital 16:9 (widescreen) broadcasts in tuners allow you quickly connect video games, camcorders, or stereo/mono equipment. 1 Helps parents monitor what their original widescreen format, or zoom to fill the 4:3 aspect ratio screen. ❏ YPBPR Inputs - Allows access to set up separate Favorite Channel lists for KD-32FS170 and KD-36FS170 models). ❏ Favorite Channels - Enables you will enjoy include: ❏ FD Trinitron Flat CRT - Introduction Introduction Congratulations on -screen program guide...
... digital 16:9 (widescreen) broadcasts in tuners allow you quickly connect video games, camcorders, or stereo/mono equipment. 1 Helps parents monitor what their original widescreen format, or zoom to fill the 4:3 aspect ratio screen. ❏ YPBPR Inputs - Allows access to set up separate Favorite Channel lists for KD-32FS170 and KD-36FS170 models). ❏ Favorite Channels - Enables you will enjoy include: ❏ FD Trinitron Flat CRT - Introduction Introduction Congratulations on -screen program guide...
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... press (TV/VIDEO) to access the onscreen menus. CHANNEL +) buttons on -screen menu. ❏ Use the G g (- Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver or camcorder. It shows you will last up to help you enjoy your TV is connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to select an...
... press (TV/VIDEO) to access the onscreen menus. CHANNEL +) buttons on -screen menu. ❏ Use the G g (- Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver or camcorder. It shows you will last up to help you enjoy your TV is connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to select an...
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..., pressing the center button displays the Favorite Channels list.) qa RESET Press to return to select digital channels (for details. D Use with 0-9 and ENT buttons to factory settings while in the on -screen menu. The channel will change according to display the current time (if set) and the program status such as channel number, Channel D Label (if set), video input, Video Label (if set), and Info 1 23 Banner (if set). To display the digital menu, see page 30...
..., pressing the center button displays the Favorite Channels list.) qa RESET Press to return to select digital channels (for details. D Use with 0-9 and ENT buttons to factory settings while in the on -screen menu. The channel will change according to display the current time (if set) and the program status such as channel number, Channel D Label (if set), video input, Video Label (if set), and Info 1 23 Banner (if set). To display the digital menu, see page 30...
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... VHF/UHF antenna or cable for over-the-air digital signals (ATSC). This input connects to your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. connect the audio cable. TV Rear Panel ATSC 1 2 Connections Jack 1 ATSC 2 VHF/UHF 3 S VIDEO 4 VIDEO/AUDIO L(MONO), R 5 YPBPR/ L, R 34 5 Description This input connects to your DVD player or digital set-top box (480i only). 5 This input connects to the component video YPBPR and AUDIO L, R jacks on your VHF/UHF antenna for analog signal (NTSC). This input connects to the S VIDEO OUT...
... VHF/UHF antenna or cable for over-the-air digital signals (ATSC). This input connects to your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. connect the audio cable. TV Rear Panel ATSC 1 2 Connections Jack 1 ATSC 2 VHF/UHF 3 S VIDEO 4 VIDEO/AUDIO L(MONO), R 5 YPBPR/ L, R 34 5 Description This input connects to your DVD player or digital set-top box (480i only). 5 This input connects to the component video YPBPR and AUDIO L, R jacks on your VHF/UHF antenna for analog signal (NTSC). This input connects to the S VIDEO OUT...
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... no digital channels available, when the TV is tuned to one of the video inputs, or when the Channel Fix option is set to ✍ You can also see the current tuning mode and switch between analog and digital tuning modes using the Channel Mode menu option (see page 22). See "Using Additional Digital Program Guide Options" on the remote control to switch to anything other than Off (see page 29). 2 Press . Scroll through the channel list Select the...
... no digital channels available, when the TV is tuned to one of the video inputs, or when the Channel Fix option is set to ✍ You can also see the current tuning mode and switch between analog and digital tuning modes using the Channel Mode menu option (see page 22). See "Using Additional Digital Program Guide Options" on the remote control to switch to anything other than Off (see page 29). 2 Press . Scroll through the channel list Select the...
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... Use [0-9] buttons to use the analog menu features of your channel settings. For details, see page 21. Channel Setup Menu (Analog channels only): Customize your TV. For details, see page 22. Move Select End Parental Control Password: Parental Control Menu Set rating limits on your picture settings. Menu Descriptions Analog Menu Video Mode:Vivid Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp.:Cool ClearEdge VM:High Move Select End Channel Setup Favorite Channels Cable:On Channel Fix:Off Auto Program Channel Show/Hide Channel Label Description Video Menu Adjust...
... Use [0-9] buttons to use the analog menu features of your channel settings. For details, see page 21. Channel Setup Menu (Analog channels only): Customize your TV. For details, see page 22. Move Select End Parental Control Password: Parental Control Menu Set rating limits on your picture settings. Menu Descriptions Analog Menu Video Mode:Vivid Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp.:Cool ClearEdge VM:High Move Select End Channel Setup Favorite Channels Cable:On Channel Fix:Off Auto Program Channel Show/Hide Channel Label Description Video Menu Adjust...
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... Channel Setup Menu, use Favorite Channels, Cable, Channel Show/Hide, or Channel Label when Channel Fix is set . 2-6: "Fix" your TV fixed to it to the selected position (1-5). 4 Press B to return to the Channel Setup menu or press to exit. The TV will automatically change channels. Video 1: Select from available video inputs when you have connected video equipment (e.g., a satellite receiver) and you will search for available channels and program receivable channels. 22 Auto Program will need to select the channel. Channel Fix Not available when in digital tuning mode...
... Channel Setup Menu, use Favorite Channels, Cable, Channel Show/Hide, or Channel Label when Channel Fix is set . 2-6: "Fix" your TV fixed to it to the selected position (1-5). 4 Press B to return to the Channel Setup menu or press to exit. The TV will automatically change channels. Video 1: Select from available video inputs when you have connected video equipment (e.g., a satellite receiver) and you will search for available channels and program receivable channels. 22 Auto Program will need to select the channel. Channel Fix Not available when in digital tuning mode...
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... Control settings control analog and digital programs. To use the following steps: To Display To Highlight To Select Parental Control Password: Use [0-9] buttons to enter new password Move Select End The Parental Control feature helps parents monitor what their call letters. 4 When finished, press to activate. 5 Press B to return to the Channel Setup menu or press to hidden channels. To label digital channels, see page 31. 1 Press , then use the --9 buttons to directly tune to...
... Control settings control analog and digital programs. To use the following steps: To Display To Highlight To Select Parental Control Password: Use [0-9] buttons to enter new password Move Select End The Parental Control feature helps parents monitor what their call letters. 4 When finished, press to activate. 5 Press B to return to the Channel Setup menu or press to hidden channels. To label digital channels, see page 31. 1 Press , then use the --9 buttons to directly tune to...
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... power, Current Time, Timer 1, and Timer 2 settings will be on and off the Timer. Press to open the Current Time menu: 1 Use the V or v buttons to enter the correct day and time, then press . 2 Press to analog channels only. Move Select End Timer 1 Timer 2 Scheduled viewing Clock/Timers functions apply to exit the menu. ✍ You must set , and the timer light on the front panel of the TV...
... power, Current Time, Timer 1, and Timer 2 settings will be on and off the Timer. Press to open the Current Time menu: 1 Use the V or v buttons to enter the correct day and time, then press . 2 Press to analog channels only. Move Select End Timer 1 Timer 2 Scheduled viewing Clock/Timers functions apply to exit the menu. ✍ You must set , and the timer light on the front panel of the TV...
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... currently tuned channel. Applies to digital channels only. Enables you to change the picture size for analog channels. Allows you to select a specific color for analog channels, see page 28. You cannot set additional Caption Vision options. Applies to digital menus only. Enables you to highlight an option, then press . See "Programming Caption Vision" on . For details, see page 36. For more details, see "Using the Screen Mode Feature" on -screen...
... currently tuned channel. Applies to digital channels only. Enables you to change the picture size for analog channels. Allows you to select a specific color for analog channels, see page 28. You cannot set additional Caption Vision options. Applies to digital menus only. Enables you to highlight an option, then press . See "Programming Caption Vision" on . For details, see page 36. For more details, see "Using the Screen Mode Feature" on -screen...
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... Control Menu (see "Lost password" on page 35. Custom... Select to block digital programs that contain digital ratings. ✍ The setting is tuned to their content and rating levels. To change your TV and ratings have been downloaded by your password, please use the Parent option within the TV's main Parental Control Menu on page 23. 34 Press to enter a four digit password. If you lose your password for U.S.A. Use 0-9 buttons on the remote control...
... Control Menu (see "Lost password" on page 35. Custom... Select to block digital programs that contain digital ratings. ✍ The setting is tuned to their content and rating levels. To change your TV and ratings have been downloaded by your password, please use the Parent option within the TV's main Parental Control Menu on page 23. 34 Press to enter a four digit password. If you lose your password for U.S.A. Use 0-9 buttons on the remote control...
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... the DVD player and set up , referring to select closed captioning, select CC1-4 instead of this feature, select Off in the analog Parent Control Menu, enter the following the instructions on the TV front panel. The TV will turn itself off this section. The TV is flashing Press the POWER button on your remote control or on the TV front panel. Then, connect it to unlock currently blocked channels. If the problem persists, see "Contacting Sony" on...
... the DVD player and set up , referring to select closed captioning, select CC1-4 instead of this feature, select Off in the analog Parent Control Menu, enter the following the instructions on the TV front panel. The TV will turn itself off this section. The TV is flashing Press the POWER button on your remote control or on the TV front panel. Then, connect it to unlock currently blocked channels. If the problem persists, see "Contacting Sony" on...
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... (U.S. When watching TV, set it to access your menus, change channels, adjust the volume, or change video inputs (page 2). Remote Control Problem I cannot operate the remote control I cannot change channels with the remote control I lost the remote control Possible Remedies ❏ Check the orientation of your TV for more details, check the documentation that are using another channel to order a replacement. If the problem continues, call your cable service. ❏ Some wide-screen programs are filmed in . ❏ If a red light flashes on...
... (U.S. When watching TV, set it to access your menus, change channels, adjust the volume, or change video inputs (page 2). Remote Control Problem I cannot operate the remote control I cannot change channels with the remote control I lost the remote control Possible Remedies ❏ Check the orientation of your TV for more details, check the documentation that are using another channel to order a replacement. If the problem continues, call your cable service. ❏ Some wide-screen programs are filmed in . ❏ If a red light flashes on...
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... of the following numbers:. VIDEO 3 input problems ❏ VIDEO 3 inputs accept only 480i signal formats. Your TV may not have any digital channels available. The number is available only for details. button to Contacting Sony If you have volume level controls. See page 17 for digital 16:9 programming in does not function digital tuning mode. Channels Problem I cannot receive higher number channels (UHF) when using an antenna Cable stations don't seem to work I have no audio (TV and cable box) Possible Remedies...
... of the following numbers:. VIDEO 3 input problems ❏ VIDEO 3 inputs accept only 480i signal formats. Your TV may not have any digital channels available. The number is available only for details. button to Contacting Sony If you have volume level controls. See page 17 for digital 16:9 programming in does not function digital tuning mode. Channels Problem I cannot receive higher number channels (UHF) when using an antenna Cable stations don't seem to work I have no audio (TV and cable box) Possible Remedies...
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... models (except as noted) Television system Channel coverage Antenna Picture tube Power requirements Supplied accessories Inputs Optional accessories NTSC American TV Standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial) ATSC compliant 8VSB Terrestrial (analog) 2-69 Cable TV (analog) 1-125 Terrestrial (digital) 2-69 75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF FD Trinitron® tube 120V, 60 Hz 2 Size AA batteries 1 Remote Control RM-YD006 1 video, 1 audio (front) 1 video, 1 audio (rear) 1 S VIDEO 1 RF 1 ATSC 1 YPBPR (480i only), 1 audio TV Stand: SU-27FS2 for KD-27FS170...
... models (except as noted) Television system Channel coverage Antenna Picture tube Power requirements Supplied accessories Inputs Optional accessories NTSC American TV Standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial) ATSC compliant 8VSB Terrestrial (analog) 2-69 Cable TV (analog) 1-125 Terrestrial (digital) 2-69 75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF FD Trinitron® tube 120V, 60 Hz 2 Size AA batteries 1 Remote Control RM-YD006 1 video, 1 audio (front) 1 video, 1 audio (rear) 1 S VIDEO 1 RF 1 ATSC 1 YPBPR (480i only), 1 audio TV Stand: SU-27FS2 for KD-27FS170...
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... Audio 16 Alternate Video 16 Auto Program 13, 22, 31 B Brightness 21 C Cable, setting 22 Caption Vision 28, 32, 33 Channel Fix 22 Channel Label 23 Channel Mode, switching 29 Channel Show/Hide 23 ClearEdge VM 21 closed caption modes (see Caption Vision) Color Temperature 21 Color, setting 21 Connections Cable and antenna 6 Connecting a Camcorder 12 DVD Player using Component Video 7 DVD Player using Composite Video 7 TV and Cable Box 9 TV and Satellite Receiver 10 TV and VCR 8 TV, VCR, and Satellite Receiver using Component Video 11 Current Time 27 D Diagnostics 32 Digital Menu 29 Digital...
... Audio 16 Alternate Video 16 Auto Program 13, 22, 31 B Brightness 21 C Cable, setting 22 Caption Vision 28, 32, 33 Channel Fix 22 Channel Label 23 Channel Mode, switching 29 Channel Show/Hide 23 ClearEdge VM 21 closed caption modes (see Caption Vision) Color Temperature 21 Color, setting 21 Connections Cable and antenna 6 Connecting a Camcorder 12 DVD Player using Component Video 7 DVD Player using Composite Video 7 TV and Cable Box 9 TV and Satellite Receiver 10 TV and VCR 8 TV, VCR, and Satellite Receiver using Component Video 11 Current Time 27 D Diagnostics 32 Digital Menu 29 Digital...