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WARNING To reduce tile risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient his symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated magnitude to constitute...
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NOTIFICATION T_s equipment has _n t_ted and formal _ comfy with be limi_ _r a Class B digi_l device p_rsuant _ Part I5 of the FCC RMes, Thee Iimi_ a_e de_ed _ pro_de i_as_mable prc'4_tiorl a_ainst havr_lf_] inter fer_mee irt a res,ld_n tial instdllatic_n, This equipm_mt g_nerate_...
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Important Safeguards F_ yoar pmt_, please mad them inst_ions ¢ompletel_ and i_p this manual _* l:utu_ _!!:erence, Camffffly obsm've and comply wffh all wamings_ capetians and initiations placed on the seL or descrd_'d in the opiating inst_!uctions or _21_rice manual WARNING guard against i_ ury_the f_lowing baMc sa f_ly preeauiion._...
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Overloading Cleaning Do not overload walI o ufk'ts_ extension Unplug the set from fhe wail outlet before cords or conv_mi_mce receptacles beyond eleanlng or polishing it, Do not use liq_aid cleaners or a_ro_l cleaners, Use a cloth their capacity, $in¢_ this can res_llt in fire or eleetric shock, Always turn the sei off Iighfly dampened...
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Accessories Never place lhe set in a confined Do not t;,la_, the s_ on _n uns_ble cart, space, such as a bookcase, or builNn cabinet, unless proper ve_tilal_ol_ stand_ tripod, bracket, _bl_ or ._helL _e t_rovided, _t may _1_ causing _ri_ls ini_ry _ a child or an ad_*l_ and ._rio_*s d_mage...
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Grounding or Polarization This s_ may be equipped with a p_ariz_'d eliminating current llne ping (a plug h_wing one Made wider than other), This plug will fit into _he power otlflet only one way. This is a saleiy feature, I{you ar_:_trouble toin_,r t the plug f_llly int_ the o_ltlet_ try reversing _Yiug, If fhe plug should still fail l_ fit, c_ntact yc_l electrician to r_-place yc_lr obsolete outlet.
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Service When the set exhibiis a distinct €t_a_ge in performance -- this Damage RequiringService indicates a need for service, Un_ug the _t f_m me wail _1_ refer s_vicing 1o qualified _rvice Servicing pel_nneI under the IhqJow_ng c_ndi_ions: n_ at_pt _ s_i_e the s_ _u_f When the power cord or phlg is...
Contents Introduction Trinitron ¢_ Color TV Features ......Batteries for _he Remote Control,,,,.,.,,,.,..,..,,,, About [his Manual ..........ConnectingYour TV Basic Connec_ons ..........Connecting Additional Equipmen_ ....Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control ........Setting Up [he TV Automatically .....
Introduction Congrattdations on your purchase of file Sony Trinitron ® Color TV. Before you begin uamg this manual, plea_ check the model numbez loca _ed on the rear of your TV or on _he fron_ cover of this manual. The menu and illustrations...
Batteries for the Remote Control Inser_ _wo AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remo_e control using file following illtLstration as a guide, About this Manual This manu_ provides instructions _o help you enjoy your new TV, It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR or camcorder, Once you're connected,...
Connecting Your TV Read _his chapter before se_hlg up your TV for file first _ime, This K_c_ion covers basic connec[ions in addition [o any optional equipmext[ you may be connecting, Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CAW cable Depending on [he cable available hi your home, choose one of file...
Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR ..Audio L (white) _ ..Video (yellow) ..Audio R {_d_ Op'donal connection An_m_n_ or cable service to Conn¢_ [hecoaxial c ablefrom your TV _enna _h_ [N jack on >,our VCR, Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from [he OUT jack on your VCR to the VItFiU[tF IN iack on the TV.
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TV, VCR, and Cable box @ v_m@ ,Ik..Video (yellow) ..AudioL(v_m} ..Audio I_(red) Optlona_ r.mmecUon From Cable Box Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box _ fl'le _ jack on your VCR, Connect...
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Connecting a Camcorder Using Audio/Video cables (no[ supplied), conned AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV_ A/V output Front A/V Panel v'=r'=,:, ; Audio R (red) Connecting Headphones Connec_ your headphones to file {3_jack on file front of your TV. Front A/V Panel VIDEO LI_I*AUDIO-R...
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MOVES cursor i_l fhe on_scre _'r_ n:l_ytll._. _he o_l_scl_?erl rTl_lu. Press when you wa*_t to Change channels. Press when you waist to adiust the vok_me.
Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished conneetblg your TV, you will want to run AUTO PR(X._RAM to set up your chamlels, (KV-13M42, see page 17 for information on AUTO PROGRAM), Formodels KV-20M42, KV-20S90only POWER Press to t_lm on the T% the Initial setup screen appears, (U,S.models only) (Canadian modelsonly) ENGLISH:...
Quick Start to the Menus The following _in_ am a_,ailable in your on-screen m_uus: MeNu Allows you to ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ;Make adjustm_m&,_ £ o your picture sefiin_s, II h_ BRIGHlI,IESS.mwmm, ....COLOR IIIIIIIIIIIIIII1" .,,,,"... (Noose _)m a vailaN_ audio feaLures, such as Multi- (Na_mel Sound_ (KV-2_590 only).
Using the Menus This chapter shows the options available for set,big up and adjusting your TV. TO access a menu Press CZD _ Use file 4 or r# buttons to highlight a me_lu. SELECT Press c:_ to access the menu. Using the VIDEO _z_menu pICTURE IIIIIIIIMIIIIIIIMIIM...
Using the AUDIO .Pmenu KV-20Sg0only I Mo'_e_ Se_,ect_ Exit_ STEREO: Select wh_m _'iew_[_ a broadcast in stereo. SAP: Listen to bilingual or o_her _.{ond A£d_o p;o_t'arrls TV Sou_d ONO: S4k_ to re_u*:e noi_ in arenas with poor reception.
Using the TIMER @ menu ExceptKVd 3M42 TIMER CURRENTTIME :YLIGHT 8AVING:NO : ----AM Move_ Select_ E.,dt(_ DAYLIGHT YES: Select in spring fx)compensate for Daylight Savings. SAVING NO: Select in fall at the trnd of Daylight Savings. CURRENT With the mtrnu optrn: smmr TIME SET 1 Press...
Using the SET UP menu ETUP CHANNEL S b-.,-(" PARENTAL CON'TROL PAVOR/TE CHANNEL CAPTION V /SION: C C1 LANQLI/t,GE: ENGLISH 3MENU Move_ Se/_t@ ExJt_ PARENTAL The PARENTAL CONTROL [eatu_e p_vides par_mks several CONTROL optlo_ for programming the TV to block Sh_ws based on t.heir ra tln_ (s_re pag_ •...
CHANNEL SET UP menu CHANNEL SET UP PCABLE: ON CHANNEL FIX: OFF AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL SKIP/ADD _MENU MoveIlt]t Select_ Exit_ CABLE ON: Select if you are receiving cable dhannels _4th a CATV cable. OFF: Select if you are using an antenna. CHANNEL FIX 2*6: Select when you wan_ fx_control a!l channel sek<_ion through...
Using PARENTALCONTROL 7he PARENTAL CONTROL feature is designed to help parents monitor what their childrerl watch on televMon. This section shows you file different rating systems available and how _o set yt_ur TV% ra:tmg. Overview of the Ratings ('hlce you have become familiar with these mtmg systems, you should be ready to set your TV's rating.
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MOVIE RATINGS (U,S,models only) This system defines file ra_ing levels of movies shown on the big screen and tho_ on prime cable channels. MOVIE RATINGS Rating Defined as G_rneral audi_rnce PG-13: - Parental Guidance suggested NC-17: - P0-13 Parents S£rongly cautioned _aENU- R_stricied Select rating...
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ENGLISH RATINGS (Canadian models only) These ratia_gs are for Ca_adian programs tb,at are broadcast m English. ENGLISH RATINGa Rating D_fined as I,C: C_+: _ ChlIdre_ laG: C8÷ {Thildr_m8 year's and <)Ider "144-: - 184-: General pro_;ramming DMENU Parental Guidance Selectrating Move_(_ Select__ Exlt_...
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Initial access into PARENTAL CONTROL In file SET UP _ meau, point the cursor to PARENTAL CONTROL and press _, (you will be asked to set 4-digit password for any future access into PARENTAL CONTROL)• Press _, fllen use the _)-(_) buttons to enter a 4-digi_ password.
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Setting the RATING If you are not familiar with the Parental Guidelines rating system, you should use t_ne of the following prese]ected categories: Ct [ILD, YOUTII or YOUNG ADULT. Point the cursor to RATING and press se._r Using the _ or _ buttons, select the desire_J rating and press _au_r I_I_ENTAt PARENTAL IJ_C_ OFF...
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Resetting your password Use file _ or _ buttons to move the cursor to CtlANGE PASSWORD and press _ Follow the directions for, "Initial Access into Pa realtal Control/' page 21, for information on changing your password. Information for Parents To view a programthat exceedsthe TV rating O on the rerrlote control, _hen u_, the _)-_) Press...
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If you are having a problem wifll your TV, try the suggestions below_ If file problem persists, con_ac_ your nearest Sony dealer_ No picture, no Make sure the power cord is plugged sound [f a red light is flashing on the front of your TV for...
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_annot be u,_._d t_;+ _,mlock ei_rrez_[ly N_cked programs. You lost your Y_m _n use the c_mtml butRms on the trent penn _mote control your TV. FoI]ow the inN_etkms on the ._creen, C(m_act your nearest Sony dealer t_>order a _t_lacem_mt+...
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Specifications For all models (except as noted) 3_qevislon syst_nn American TV st_ndard/N_SC Channel coverage VIIF: 2=13/UHF: 14-69!CATV: 1-I25 Antenna ZS-ohm exXon:hal antenna terminal lot VHF/UIIF Pictxwe lube Trinl tr_n_, tube Powm: vequiremenls I20 _ 60 Hz Supplied Accessc_es Size AA (R6) bat_ries AnK-nna cormec_r (KV-IgM42 only) Remote CorttTol RM-Y156 (1) (KV=IZM42, K'v_2OM42)
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Index Menus AUDIO $ m_mu 14 AUTO PROGRAM AUDIO _' 14 CHANNEL SET ZIP 17 SET UP _ 16 Battery Installation TIXgER @ 15 BRIGHTNESS VIDEO _ MOVIE RATING 19 CAPTION VISION MrS 14 CHANNEL NX 17 MONO 14 CHANGE P.ASSWORD 23 SAP _4 CHANNEL...
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TIMER (_ menu _ 5 Trotfbleshootlng TV Feat*ares 7_VRATING U.S.A. RATINGS 20 UNRATED "l9 V|DEO _ m_mu _3...