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Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are provided on the front of this instruction manual and at the rear of the TV. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Trademark Information TruSurround and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual. WARNING To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation, use, and servicing of the set.
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Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. ❑...
Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview ...7 Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega ... 7 Setting Up the TV Overview ...9 TV Controls and Connectors...10 Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna...14 Connecting Optional Equipment ...21 Using the CONTROL S Feature ...37 Setting Up the Channel List ...38 Using the Remote Control Overview ...39...
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Using the Channel Menu ...68 Using the Parent Menu...70 Using the Timer Menu ...73 Using the Setup Menu ...74 Overview ...77 Glossary ...78 Notes on Using Memory Stick Media ...79 Contacting Sony ...80 Troubleshooting...80 Specifications ...85 Optional Accessories...86 Index ...87...
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview This chapter describes the contents of the package in which the TV is shipped and provides an overview of the features of your Wega TV. Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is characterized by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-to- corner detail.
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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 16:9 is also referred to as widescreen format. ❑ ❑ *High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection ™ : Using the Multi-Image Driver (MIDX), Twin View Twin View allows you to watch two programs side by side, with the ability to zoom in one picture.
Setting Up the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV. Topic TV Controls and Connectors Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna Connecting Optional Equipment Using the CONTROL S Feature Setting Up the Channel List About the AC The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with a hook.
TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel VIDEO 2 INPUT VIDEO S VIDEO MENU SELECT TV/VIDEO L(MONO) – AUDIO – R qa qs qd TIMER STAND BY VOLUME CHANNEL POWER...
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Blinks when the TV is turned on, then shuts off when the picture is displayed. If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the TV needs service (see “Contacting Sony” on page 80). Infrared Receiver (IR) Receives IR signals from the TV’s remote control.
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Primary RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable. 0 CONTROL S Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony IN/OUT infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function.
Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR. If You Are Connecting Cable or Antenna Only ❏...
Cable or Antenna For best results, use one of the following connections if you are connecting a Only cable or an antenna and you: ❑ ❑ The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in your home, as described below. 75-ohm coaxial cable (usually found in newer homes) Cable Type VHF Only or...
Cable and Antenna For best results, use this connection if you: ❑ Only ❑ Cable Type Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna About Using Twin View with This Connection With this connection, you cannot view CATV channels in the right Twin View window. For details about Twin View, see page 46.
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Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ... Switch the TV’s input Press between the cable and inputs. antenna Receive channels using an antenna, instead of the cable to switch back and forth between the TV’s VHF/UHF and AUX Press to switch to the AUX input.
Cable Box and Cable Only ✍ For best results, use this connection if: ❑ ❑ With this connection you can: ❑ ❑ About Using Twin View with This Connection With this connection, you can use all the Twin View features for unscrambled channels coming directly into the TV’s VHF/UHF input jack.
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To connect the cable box and cable If you have a digital cable box, you cannot use this connection because the TO CONVERTER jack is not compatible with digital cable boxes. Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ...
Cable Box Only For best results, use this connection if: ❑ ❑ With this connection you can: ❑ About Using Twin View with This Connection With this connection, all channels come into the TV through your cable box and only one unscrambled signal is sent to the TV, so you cannot use the Twin View feature.
Connecting Optional Equipment Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment: If You Are Connecting VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver Satellite Receiver and VCR DVD Player with Component Video Connectors DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors...
VCR and Cable For best results, use this connection if: ❑ About Using Twin View with This Connection With this connection, you can use all the features of Twin View. For details about Twin View, see page 46. To connect the VCR and cable Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 21.
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Watch cable channels Press illustration). Set up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See to operate the VCR “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 43-44. Activate the TV remote Set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR. Then...
VCR and Cable Box For best results, use this connection if: ❑ About Using Twin View with This Connection With this connection, you can use all the features of Twin View. For details about Twin View, see page 46. With this connection you can: ❑...
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Watch the VCR Press illustration). Set up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See to operate the cable box or “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 43-44. Activate the remote control to...
Two VCRs for Tape Connecting two VCRs lets you record from one VCR to the other. By Editing connecting them as shown below, you can view (monitor) what is being recorded. Using To connect two VCRs for tape editing S VIDEO jacks? See page 21.
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Press recorded illustration above). Set up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See to operate the VCR(s) “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 43-44. Activate the TV remote Set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR. Then...
Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 21. Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s satellite input jack. Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver’s A/V output jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks. Connect a CATV cable from your cable or antenna to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
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Do This ... Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the satellite receiver input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). If you have a non-Sony satellite receiver, you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 43-44. Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION.
Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver and VCR and VCR Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 21. A/V cable Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s satellite input jack. Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF input jack. Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR’s VHF/UHF output jack to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
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Press (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony VCR or satellite receiver, you must program the to operate the satellite remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 43-44. receiver or VCR...
DVD Player with Component Video Connectors DVD player Cables are often color-coded to connectors. Connect red to red, white to white, etc. For best results, use this connection if your DVD player has component video (Y, P ) jacks. To connect a DVD player with component video connectors Use three separate component video cables to connect the DVD player’s Y, P and P...
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Watch the DVD player Press illustration). Set up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control. to operate the DVD player See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 43-44. Activate the TV remote...
Watch the DVD player Press illustration). Set up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control. to operate the DVD player See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 43-44. Activate the TV remote...
Camcorder For easy connection of a camcorder, the TV has front A/V input jacks. If you prefer, however, you can connect the camcorder to the TV’s rear A/V input jacks. Using S VIDEO jacks? To connect a camcorder See page 21. VIDEO 2 INPUT VIDEO S VIDEO...
Audio Receiver For improved sound quality, you may want to play the TV’s audio through your stereo system. To connect an audio system Receiver Use an audio cable to connect the TV’s audio output jacks to the audio receiver’s line input jacks. Audio cable To line input Using the TV’s Audio Menu, set the...
Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control, the CONTROL S feature allows you to always point your remote control at your TV, instead of having to point it at the other equipment, which might be hidden or out of direct line of sight.
Setting Up the Channel List After you finish connecting your TV, you need to run Auto Setup to set up your channels. The Auto Setup screen appears when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up. If you do not want to set up the channels at this time, you can do it later by selecting the Auto Program option in the Channel Menu (see page 68).
Using the Remote Control Overview This chapter describes how to set up, program, and use the TV’s remote control. Topic Inserting Batteries Button Descriptions Programming the Remote Control Inserting Batteries ✍ Outside Panel Inside Panel Remove the battery cover from the remote control. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the e and E terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.
Button Descriptions Outside Panel MUTING SAT/CABLE POWER FUNCTION SAT/CABLE TV/VIDEO PIC MODE JUMP ENTER INDEX MENU DRC MODE FREEZE RESET DISPLAY MTS/SAP GUIDE CODE SET RM-Y190 Button Description 1 MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again or press restore the sound. 2 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90) that you want the TV to...
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Button Description qg CODE SET Press to program the remote control to operate non- Sony video equipment. For details, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 43. qh POWER SAT/CABLE: Press to turn on and off the satellite receiver Buttons or cable box.
MTS/SAP SELECT DISC MENU MENU INDEX Button Description wg SYSTEM OFF Press to turn off all Sony brand audio/video equipment at once. (May not function with older Sony equipment.) wh Transport Rewind Buttons Play Record (press together with N) Stop...
Beta, ED Beta VCRs 8 mm VCR VHS VCR DVD player If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the TV’s remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control. ✍...
Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Topic Watching TV Using the Scrolling Index Using Twin View Using Favorite Channels Using the Freeze Function Using the Memory Stick Picture Viewer Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control Watching TV To Do This ...
Using the Scrolling Index The Scrolling Index lets you select programs from a series of preview windows that scroll along the right side of the screen. To exit the Scrolling Index ❑ Factors Affecting Scrolling Index ❑ Scrolling Index does not function if you use a cable box to view all channels. ❑...
Using Twin View Twin View lets you see two pictures from two sources — from an antenna, VCR, DVD, etc., — on the screen at the same time. You hear the sound from only one of the sources at a time, but you can choose which source’s sound is selected.
Activating the To activate the picture in the right Picture window ❑ Functions Available in the Active (Highlighted) Window To Do This ... Tune to a channel Adjust the volume Mute the sound Switch the TV’s input between sources connected to the TV’s VHF/UHF and AUX inputs Switch the TV’s input between sources connected to the TV’s...
Changing the The zoom feature lets you vary the relative size of the left and right Picture Size pictures. When you adjust the picture sizes, the TV memorizes the change. The next time you use the Twin View function, the memorized sizes appear.
Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of up to eight favorite channels that you specify. Creating a List of Favorite Channels For details on using the Channel Menu, see page 68. Displaying a List of Favorite Channels To assign Channel Labels...
Using the Freeze Function picture. You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers, recipes, etc. ✍ button allows you to temporarily capture a program’s FREEZE The Freeze feature is not available while using Twin View. When the program information you want to capture is displayed, press FREEZE...
“Notes on Using Memory Stick Media” on page 79. Supported Image This TV’s Memory Stick viewer can display only still images that Types have been recorded on Memory Stick media by Sony brand digital still and video cameras. Recorded images must also meet the following specifications: ❑...
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✍ DCF Compliant File Structure Example Important: If the source of images is not a Sony digital camera, or the directory/filenames are modified with a computer using non-DCF compliant software, the images may not be viewable on your TV. If you wish to view a DCF compliant image imported to your Memory Stick, be sure to use the same file structure used by Sony cameras (shown above).
❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Images recorded on digital still cameras and digital video cameras that are not Sony brand Images recorded using products that are not DCF compliant, including the following Sony products: Digital still cameras DSC-D700, DSC-D770 Digital video cameras...
Inserting and To insert a Memory Stick Removing a Memory Stick ✍ To remove a Memory Stick ✍ ✍ ✍ Locate the Memory Stick slot (see page 10) and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot as illustrated below. When inserted properly, it should slide in with little resistance and click into place.
Displaying the Memory Stick Menu ✍ Insert a Memory Stick that contains the images you want to view. For details, see page 55. Press the button on the remote control. The Memory MEMORY STICK Stick Menu appears. Memory Stick Index Slideshow Setup Move:...
Using the Memory The Memory Stick Index lets you view images that are on the Stick Index Memory Stick in an index of thumbnail images. ✍ The Page and folder ( buttons are available only if the Memory Stick contains more images or folders than can be displayed on one screen.
Using the Memory The Memory Stick Slideshow lets you watch a slideshow of the Stick Slideshow images that are on the Memory Stick. Changing the Memory Stick Setup Options Insert a Memory Stick that contains the images you want to view. For details, see page 55.
Using the Rotate The Rotate Picture Screen lets you rotate an image from an index of Picture Screen thumbnails. ✍ The Page and folder ( buttons are available only if the Memory Stick contains more images or folders than can be displayed on one screen.
To Do This ... Switch the TV’s input to the VCR, DVD player, or other connected equipment Set up the TV remote control to operate non-Sony equipment Operating a VCR To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the VCR...
Operating a Cable To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn on/off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Operating a DVD To Do This ... Player Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Turn on/off Play Stop...
Using the Menus Overview The Menu gives you access to the following features: Menu Icon Press MENU to enter and exit Menus. Navigating Through Menus To Do This ... Display the Menu Move through the Menus Move through the Menu options Menus include navigation Select an option to change help text that appears at the...
Using the Video Menu To select the Video Menu To restore the factory default settings for Picture, Brightness, Color, Hue, Sharpness, Color Temp and VM. ❑ Selecting Video The Video Menu includes the following options: Options Option Mode To change from one Mode Customized to another, use the PIC MODE...
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Option ClearEdge VM Velocity Modulation To change quickly from one DRC Mode DRC Mode to another, use the Digital DRC MODE button on the remote Reality control. Creation Description Sharpens picture definition to give every object a sharp, clean edge. Select from High, Medium, Low, Off.
Using the Audio Menu To select the Audio Menu To restore the factory default settings for Treble, Bass, and Balance ❑ Selecting Audio The Audio Menu includes the following options: Options Option Treble Bass Balance Steady Sound To change quickly from one Effect Effect to another, use the button on the remote control.
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Option Description Speaker Select to turn on the TV speakers. Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV's sound only through your external audio system speakers. Audio Out This option can be set only when the to Off.
Using the Channel Menu To select the Channel Menu Selecting Channel The Channel Menu includes the following options: Options Option Favorite Channels Cable Channel Fix Useful when you have a cable box or satellite receiver connected Auto Program Press MENU Move the joystick highlight the Channel icon and press...
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Option Channel Channels that you set to Skip/Add be skipped can be accessed only with the buttons. Channel Label Description Allows you to customize the channel list that appears CH+/- when you use the buttons. Move the joystick to scroll through the channels until you find the channel you want to skip or add.
Using the Parent Menu The Parent Menu allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. To select the Parent Menu Using the Parent The Parent Menu includes the following options: Menu Option Parental Lock If you are not familiar with...
US Models: For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following Selecting Custom options. (For Canadian models, see page 72.) Rating Options Option Movie Rating The Content-Based Ratings are linked to the level of the Age-Based Rating. For example, a program with an Age-Based Rating of TV-PG V (Violence) rating may contain moderate...
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Canadian Models: For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the Selecting Custom following options. (For US models, see page 71 Rating Options Option English Rating French Rating U.S.A. Rating Viewing Blocked You can view blocked programs by entering the password. Press the Programs ENTER password.
Using the Timer Menu To select the Timer Menu To reset the Clock or Timers ❑ Selecting Timer The Timer Menu includes the following options: Options Option Timer 1 Timer 2 To go directly to programming Timer 1 or 2 in step 1, press instead of moving the joystick b.
Using the Setup Menu To select the Setup Menu Selecting The Setup Menu includes the following options: Setup Options Option Caption Vision Press MENU Move the joystick highlight the Setup icon and press Move the joystick to highlight an option. Press to select an option.
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Option Video Label Skip label is useful for inputs that do not have equipment connected to them. Tilt Correction Language 16:9 Enhanced To use 16:9 Enhanced with widescreen DVDs, set your DVD player to 16:9 aspect ratio. (Aspect ratio is the ratio of width to height of the screen.
Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics: Topic Glossary Notes on Using Memory Stick Media Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Specifications Optional Accessories Index Page...
Glossary analog signal A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the amplitude or frequency of an electronic transmission to convey information. aspect ratio Refers to the ratio between the width and height of the screen. This TV has a 4:3 aspect ratio, as opposed to a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio.
Notes on Using Memory Stick Media Memory Stick When using Memory Stick media, follow these precautions: Precautions ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ To avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not turn off the TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on).
Contacting Sony If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our Customer Information Services Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).
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.
Memory Stick Problem Possible Remedies ❏ Image does not display ❏ ❏ ❏ Blank square appears instead of a thumbnail image ❏ Cannot rotate image, no ❏ thumbnail appears ❏ Cannot hear audio while using Memory Stick ❏ Image file name does not appear;...
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Cannot raise the volume on external audio speakers ❏ If your TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may need service. Call your local Sony Service Center. Make sure the power cord is plugged in. POWER Press the button on the front of the TV.
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General Problem Possible Remedies ❏ How to reset TV to factory settings ❏ How to restore Video settings to factory settings ❏ How to restore Audio settings to factory settings ❏ Cannot cycle through the other video equipment connected to the TV ❏...
Specifications Picture Tube Antenna Television System Channel Coverage Power Requirements Inputs/Outputs DVI-HDTV Video (IN) S Video (IN) Audio (IN) Component Video Input CONTROL S (IN/OUT) Variable/Fixed Audio (OUT) Supplied Accessories Visible Screen Size Actual CRT Size Speaker Output Dimensions (W x H x D) Mass Power Consumption FD Trinitron®...
Index 0-9 buttons 41 16:9 (widescreen) 8 ANT button 40 antenna, connecting 15 aspect ratio 75 Audio Menu 63 Audio Out 67 audio receiver, connecting 36 Auto Program (channel setup) Auto SAP, MTS setting 66 AUX jack, described 13 AV1-3/DVD slide switch 42 balance, adjusting 66 bass, adjusting 66 batteries, inserting in remote 39...
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Menus Audio 63 Channel 63 Parent 63 Setup 63 Timer 63 Video 63 Mono, MTS setting 66 Movie mode 64 MTS 66 MTS/SAP button 40 MUTING button 40 Neutral, Color Temperature 64 off, turning off the TV 11 on, turning on the TV 11 Parent Menu 63 parental control, described 8 password, changing 70...
1. LABOR: For a period of 90 days from the date of purchase, if this Product is determined to be defective, Sony will repair or replace the Product, at its option, at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any Sony authorized service facility.